Restaurant Brands International: Digital Drives Growth, BK Turns Up The Heat, And Global Expansion Sizzles — Positive
QSR Seeking Alpha — February 14, 2025Restaurant Brands International reported strong Q4 results and issued robust guidance, reinforcing the sustainability of its long-term growth algorithm. QSR's digital innovation, menu expansion, and operational efficiency are driving solid growth for Tim Hortons Canada and Burger King US. International growth remains strong with significant contributions from Australia, Spain, the UK, Brazil, and new markets like Italy and New Zealand.

O'Reilly Automotive: Valuation Is Too Expensive For Me — Neutral
ORLY Seeking Alpha — February 14, 2025I maintain a hold rating for O'Reilly Automotive due to its expensive valuation at 29.5x forward earnings, despite strong fundamentals. ORLY's 4Q24 results showed solid performance with 4.4% comps growth and $4.1 billion in revenue, but EPS missed consensus due to a one-time charge. Industry tailwinds, such as the increasing complexity of car repairs, support demand for ORLY's DIFM services, which grew faster than DIY sales.

S&P 500 could still see double-digit gains despite higher yields: Strategist — Positive
IVV SPLG SPXL SPY SSO UPRO VOO CNBC International TV — February 14, 2025Paul Christopher of Wells Fargo Investment Institute discusses his investment strategy within the current economic environment, and explains why he thinks U.S. equities could still get a boost this year despite elevated Treasury yields.

NatWest delivers stronger-than-expected performance; outlook remains cautious — Positive
NWG Proactive Investors — February 14, 2025NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) delivered stronger-than-expected results for 2024, with income and return on equity exceeding forecasts. The bank reported a return on tangible equity of 17.5 per cent, a key measure of profitability, which surpassed its own upgraded guidance.

ModivCare Inc. Sued for Securities Law Violations - Investors Should Contact Levi & Korsinsky for More Information - MODV — Neutral
MODV Accesswire — February 14, 2025NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 14, 2025 / If you suffered a loss on your ModivCare Inc. (NASDAQ:MODV) investment and want to learn about a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, follow the link below for more information: https://zlk.com/pslra-1/modivcare-inc-lawsuit-submission-form?prid=129452&wire=1 or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

Spain's BBVA plans to reduce stake in Madrid real estate project, Cinco Dias reports — Neutral
BBVA Reuters — February 14, 2025Spanish lender BBVA has hired investment bank Rothschild to sell part of its majority stake in the Crea Madrid Nuevo Norte (Crea MNN) real estate project, newspaper Cinco Dias reported on Friday.

Caledonia Mining adds non-exec directors to board — Positive
CMCL Proactive Investors — February 14, 2025Caledonia Mining Corporation PLC (AIM:CMCL, NYSE-A:CMCL) has appointed Stefan Buys and Lesley Goldwasser as independent non-executive directors. "We are delighted to welcome Stefan and Lesley to the board.

MODV Investors Have Opportunity to Lead ModivCare Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit — Neutral
MODV PRNewsWire — February 14, 2025NEW YORK , Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of ModivCare Inc. (NASDAQ: MODV) between November 3, 2022 and September 15, 2024, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important March 31, 2025 lead plaintiff deadline. So what: If you purchased ModivCare securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

Top Wall Street Forecasters Revamp Portland General Electric Price Expectations Ahead Of Q4 Earnings — Neutral
GE Benzinga — February 14, 2025Portland General Electric Company POR will release its fourth-quarter financial results, before the opening bell, on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

PSNY Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC Securities Fraud Lawsuit Filed by The Rosen Law Firm — Neutral
PSNY PRNewsWire — February 14, 2025NEW YORK , Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC (NASDAQ: PSNY) between November 14, 2022 and January 16, 2025, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important March 31, 2025 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm. So what: If you purchased Polestar securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

Relay Therapeutics: A Precision Oncology Play Worth The Risk — Positive
RLAY Seeking Alpha — February 14, 2025Relay Therapeutics focuses on selective small-molecule inhibitors, with RLY-2608 showing promise in breast cancer and a solid cash position lasting into 2027. Financial stability is strong, but zero Q3 2024 revenue and rising net losses raise concerns about expense control and sustainable cash flow. Out-licensing RLY-4008 to Elevar Therapeutics secures up to $500 million in milestones, allowing RLAY to concentrate on RLY-2608's clinical trials.

Moderna Gears Up For Q4 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts — Neutral
MRNA Benzinga — February 14, 2025Moderna, Inc. MRNA will release its fourth-quarter financial results, before the opening bell, on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

British lender NatWest posts better-than-expected annual profit — Positive
NWG Reuters — February 14, 2025NatWest said on Friday its annual profit beat forecasts, as rising costs and pressure on lending margins outweighed growth in deposits and loans.

Cracker Barrel's rural-first strategy and low competition provide a strong moat, with pricing flexibility to capture market share amid consumer debt concerns. CEO Julie Masino's focus on menu innovation, store remodels, and technology upgrades aims to modernize the brand and attract younger demographics via "Date Night". The stock is a deep value play with significant upside potential if the turnaround is executed well, despite high short float and execution risks.

HSBC Job Cuts: Layoffs at Investment Bank to Start in Asia — Negative
HSBC Bloomberg Markets and Finance — February 14, 2025HSBC is kicking off a fresh round of job cuts at its investment bank as new Chief Executive Officer Georges Elhedery continues his overhaul of Europe's biggest lender, according to people familiar with the matter. The latest phase of cuts will start in Asia, but will ultimately affect employees globally, said the people.

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc Announces Preliminary Unaudited Results Q4 & FY 2024 — Neutral
CCEP Accesswire — February 14, 2025Preliminary unaudited results for the full year ended 31 December 2024 Great end to a solid year, well placed for FY25 and beyond; announcing €1bn share buyback* over next 12 months UXBRIDGE, UNITED KINGDOM / ACCESS Newswire / February 14, 2025 / (NASDAQ:CCEP)(LSE:CCEP) FY 2024 Total CCEP Key Financial Metrics [1] As Reported Comparable [1] Change vs FY 2023 Adjusted Comparable [4] Change vs FY 2023 As Reported Comparable [1] Comparable FXN [1] Adjusted Comparable [4] Adjusted Comparable FXN [4] Volume (M UC) [2] 3,864 3,864 17.8 % 16.9% 3,965 0.0% Revenue per UC [2] (€) 5.30 (5.1)% 5.23 2.7% …

Allocation of shares to certain primary insiders and their close associates in Equinor (OSE: EQNR, NYSE: EQNR) under Equinor's share savings plan.

Reddit: Buy The Earnings Pullback (Rating Upgrade) — Positive
RDDT Seeking Alpha — February 14, 2025Reddit shares dropped 15% post-earnings despite strong results, presenting a potential buying opportunity for long-term investors. Q4 2024 saw revenues of $428 million, a 71% increase, crushing street estimates yet again, while reporting strong bottom-line improvement. Current quarter guidance was above expectations, and RDDT's improving financials suggest the potential for S&P 500 inclusion.

Investor Alert: Robbins LLP Informs Stockholders of the Merck & Co., Inc. Class Action — Neutral
MRK PRNewsWire — February 14, 2025SAN DIEGO , Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Robbins LLP informs stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE: MRK) securities between February 3, 2022 and February 3, 2025. Merck is a global healthcare company.
