The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

Tech is back in focus with four of the Mag 7 names reporting earnings this week. Kevin Green sees mega caps capturing the market momentum.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind., Jan. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ GS: HBNC) Horizon Bancorp, Inc. (“Horizon” or the “Company”) announced that James B.

Union Bankshares demonstrates robust loan quality, with minimal loans past due and a conservative loan loss provision strategy. UNB reported a Q4 net profit of $2.7M, down 10% YoY, mainly due to increased non-interest expenses, particularly salaries and benefits. The bank's loan book is heavily weighted toward residential and commercial real estate, with strong collateralization supporting low credit risk.

In Q3 2025, Meta Platforms NASDAQ: META reported earnings that significantly disappointed investors, leading shares to fall over 11%. Now, with the next report approaching, the Magnificent Seven company is being closely watched.

NAVI's Q4 results, scheduled to report on Jan. 28, are likely to have witnessed revenue pressure, while higher earnings and cost-control initiatives offer support.

Arthur J. Gallagher's Q4 results are likely to reflect new business, solid retention, and higher renewal premiums across its segments.

ATLANTA, Jan. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A shareholder class action lawsuit has been filed against Beyond Meat, Inc. (“Beyond Meat” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BYND). The lawsuit alleges that Defendants issued false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose material adverse facts regarding Beyond Meat's business, operations, and prospects, including allegations that: (i) the book value of certain of Beyond Meat's long-lived assets exceeded their fair value, making it highly likely that the Company would be required to record a material, non-cash impairment charge; and (ii) the foregoing was likely to impair Beyond Meat's ability to timely file its …

Software stock AppLovin Corp (NASDAQ:APP) was last seen up 5.8% to trade at $554.59, after an upgrade from Needham to "buy" from "hold.

Powered by premium brands, pricing discipline and digital platforms, BUD is driving solid revenue growth across key global markets.

CELH's Q3 international revenue rose 24% to $23.1 million, highlighting steady momentum as the company builds distribution and brand presence abroad.

Rupee's record slide to 92 per USD puts ETFs like EPI in focus as investors weigh currency risk against India's upgraded growth outlook.

Investors interested in the Transportation sector can watch out for fourth-quarter 2025 earnings reports of UNP, UPS, AAL and NSC.

ALLE is gaining from strong demand across key end markets, electronic security growth and acquisitions, expanding its global portfolio.

Yum! Brands' next growth cycle hinges on boosting franchise economics, using scale and technology to drive faster paybacks, expansion and durable margins.

PLYM stockholders approve a $2.1B all-cash buyout by Makarora and Ares, paving the way for a Jan. 27 close and taking the REIT private.

BJ's digital push fuels 30% sales surge and record membership income, deepening loyalty through tech-driven convenience.

HBT Financial (HBT) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.64 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate . This compares to earnings of $0.62 per share a year ago.