FirstCash (FCFS) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

GeoVax Labs (GOVX) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Anika (ANIK) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

With technology stocks showing signs of fatigue, investors might start rotating into more conservative sectors. Consumer staples like Walmart could be poised to benefit.

Sony said on Wednesday that PlayStation 5 game consoles will cost more in the U.S. starting this week. While Sony didn't blame President Donald Trump's tariffs for the coming increase, consumer companies have been warning for months that the levies will lead to higher prices.

From A.I. to retail, @Theotrade's Don Kaufman is bearish on all of today's Big 3. He believes technicals are working against Broadcom (AVGO), braces volatility around Walmart's (WMT) earnings, and expects Starbucks' (SBUX) recovery story to take longer than investors expect.

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nordson EFD, a Nordson company (NASDAQ: NDSN), announced today it has completed its eighth year of support for the "Fast Track to Advanced Manufacturing" job shadowing program. Hosted by Polaris MEP and the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI), this is a community-based program in its second year of support for the Jane Addams Resource Corporation (JARC-RI) training center in Providence, RI. The initiative aims to prepare individuals for careers in ad.

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- L.B. Foster Company (Nasdaq: FSTR, the “Company”), announced today that John Kasel, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Bill Thalman, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Three-Part Advisors' Midwest IDEAS Investor Conference on August 27, 2025, beginning at 7:55 AM CDT at The InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile in Chicago, IL. Presentation materials for the conference will be posted on the Company's Investor Relations website under “Presentations” the morning of the conference.

MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Mission Technologies division is among the companies included on a multiple award contract to provide training products and services that will enhance U.S. Navy fleet readiness.

ATLANTA , Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Equifax ® (NYSE: EFX) today announced that the Equifax Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share, payable on September 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 2, 2025. Equifax has paid cash dividends for more than 100 consecutive years.

Reddit Inc. (NYSE: RDDT) opened in the red this morning following reports that Steve Huffman, its chief executive, has significantly trimmed his stake in the social media stock in recent weeks. In total, the firm's top executive has unloaded nearly 65,000 RDDT shares since the start of August.

There are multiple reasons to stay positive on GDS Holdings, justifying a Buy rating. It delivered an EBITDA growth in the low-teens for 2Q2025, which was also equivalent to a +4% beat. I also see a couple of catalysts relating to the stock, including REIT spin-offs at favorable valuations, credit profile improvement, and shareholder base expansion.

Rocket Lab delivered strong Q2 results, with 36% revenue growth, margin expansion, and improved cash flow, supporting my bullish long-term thesis. Both Electron launch cadence and Space Systems revenue are scaling up, with key contract wins and production milestones boosting confidence in future growth. Progress on the Neutron rocket is encouraging, though the first test launch may slip into 2026; commercial production preparations are already underway.

MLP Q2 revenue doubled, but pension costs deepened losses. Leasing strength and new agave venture highlight growth efforts.

Power Solutions International, Inc. exhibits signs that its operating leverage capacity has already peaked. PSIX margins are declining, SG&A expenses are rising faster than revenues, and management's explanations for cost issues are unconvincing. Despite the bullish consensus and strong momentum, I see this as an ideal time to lock in PSIX profits and wait for a better re-entry point.

Fall is just around the corner, and with it comes the start of portfolio preparation for the end of the year. For many investors and advisors, that means adding investments that can help reduce the tax bill from portfolios.

VKTX shares plunge after mixed obesity pill study data shows weight loss success but high dropout rates.

TOWN will acquire Dogwood for $476.2M, boosting its reach in Carolinas with cost savings and future earnings growth.

INTU projects double-digit Q4 revenue and EPS growth, fueled by AI integration, platform synergies and strong product momentum.

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does BankUnited (BKU) have what it takes?