Stock Market Today 15.01.2026

Sensex, Nifty set for cautious open as geopolitical tensions loom and mixed Asia cues persist

January 15, 2026, 11:56 PM EST. Indian equities are set for a cautious open on Friday as global tensions and tariff-related headwinds limit risk appetite. A Gift Nifty hints at a roughly 76-point start, yet traders remain wary amid US-led geopolitical flare-ups. A EU-India trade deal helps keep value buying on the radar at lower levels, even as focus shifts to Q3 results. Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, says near-term visibility is clouded by geopolitical developments and tariff uncertainties. FIIs have kept sentiment muted with persistent outflows. In Asia, Japan and China trade lower while South Korea holds relatively firm. Domestic funds say India's revival hinges on strong government spending, rural demand, and manufacturing activity, with growth pegged around 6.5%-6.8% for FY2026. Derivatives show caution, with call writers capping upside and puts piling up at lower strikes.

Copa Holdings valuation under scrutiny after December 2025 traffic uptick

January 15, 2026, 11:51 PM EST. Copa Holdings' preliminary December 2025 figures show capacity and traffic up about 10%, with the load factor at 86.0% versus 85.3% a year earlier. The stock sits near $128.92, after a 1-day gain of 3.52% and a 30-day rise of 9.16%. One-year and five-year shareholder returns run at 51.44% and 91.87%, underscoring momentum. Investors ask whether Copa trades at a discount or has priced in future growth. The consensus fair value near $156.87 points to upside tied to disciplined costs and a fuel-efficient fleet; a DCF view prints about $44.96, signaling risk if yields stay under pressure. Risks include yield competition and hub disruption at Panama City.

Middle East Penny Stocks On Watch: QUA Granite and Allmed Solutions Highlighted

January 15, 2026, 11:47 PM EST. Markets in the Middle East remained mixed as geopolitical risk and profit-taking weighed on sentiment. The screen highlights two penny-stock ideas. QUA Granite Hayal Yapi ve Ürünleri Sanayi Ticaret A.S. (Turkey) shows a market cap of TRY6.94B and third-quarter revenue of TRY2.49B, but is unprofitable with a TRY91.1M net loss. Its debt is well-covered by operating cash flow, yet interest costs outpace earnings, and the board is described as inexperienced with a net debt-to-equity ratio around 43.9%. The stock trades well below estimated fair value, but remains volatile. Across the region, Allmed Solutions Ltd (Israel) is pre-revenue and unprofitable, with a market cap of ₪32.1M, highlighting higher risk but potential in medical devices.

Taiwan Semiconductor hits all-time high after record Q4 results and bullish AI outlook

January 15, 2026, 11:43 PM EST. TSMC rose to an all-time high near $345 after reporting record Q4 results and a bullish AI outlook. Q4 sales were $33.71 billion, up 25% year over year and above estimates of $33.26 billion; EPS was $3.14, beating consensus of $2.82 by 11%. For Q1, revenue guidance is $34.6-$35.8 billion, well above Street estimates. The Capex forecast remains aggressive at $52-$56 billion, up about 27% from 2025. CEO Che-Chia Wei says AI demand is real and driving spending, even as he cautions on intensity. ROIC stands at 27.6%. Valuation remains rich versus the S&P, with a forward P/E near 26x and P/S around 14x. Zacks ranks TSMC as Hold.

Emami Ltd's ROE signals strong profitability despite share-price pullback

January 15, 2026, 11:39 PM EST. Emami Limited (NSE: EMAMILTD) has fallen about 9% in the past three months, but its fundamentals look sturdier. ROE, or return on equity, measures profit per unit of shareholder funds. Emami's trailing twelve-month ROE is 26% – ₹7.5 billion profit on ₹29 billion equity – underscoring strong profitability. That efficiency helps explain about 11% net income growth over five years. However, compared with the industry average of around 15% ROE and 16% earnings growth, Emami's growth trails peers. The stock's valuation remains a question; watch the P/E relative to the industry average. The company maintains a moderate payout of 46% and a 54% retention for reinvestment. Investors should assess whether the anticipated earnings growth is already reflected in the price.

Salesforce Director Neelie Kroes Sells $929,259 in CRM Shares

January 15, 2026, 11:34 PM EST. Salesforce (CRM) director Neelie Kroes sold 3,893 shares for $929,259.10 at $238.70, leaving 7,299 shares valued at about $1.74 million. The move trims Kroes's stake by 34.78%. The sale, disclosed in an SEC filing, comes as CRM shares slide. CRM traded down $6.27 to $233.30 in Thursday's session on volume of 11.48 million, above its 5-day average. Metrics: market cap about $218.6 billion; P/E (price-to-earnings) 31.15; P/E/G (price/earnings-to-growth) 1.79; beta, a measure of volatility, 1.26. One-year range: $221.96 to $367.09. EPS (earnings per share) for the latest quarter was $3.25, vs est $2.86; revenue $10.26B vs $10.27B expected; YoY EPS up from $2.41; revenue up 9.1%. The company pays a quarterly dividend of $0.416, annualized $1.66, yield 0.7%. Analysts expect 7.46 EPS this year.

Virgin Galactic appears undervalued on DCF despite steep multi-year decline

January 15, 2026, 11:30 PM EST. Virgin Galactic Holdings' shares closed near $3.03, after a 42% slide over the past year and ongoing long-run declines. Simply Wall St's valuation work uses a 2-stage DCF model. The latest twelve-month free cash flow shows a loss of about $302.7 million, with forecasted FCF turning positive later and reaching about $455 million in 2030. Pulling the cash flows together, the model puts an intrinsic value of about $60.37 per share, signaling roughly a 95% discount to the current price. While the stock appears undervalued on this cash-flow view, investors face execution risk, financing needs, and the path to sustained profitability in a challenging commercial space travel market. Note: this is one valuation method; other checks may differ.

TopBuild valuation tests momentum against intrinsic value after strong returns

January 15, 2026, 11:25 PM EST. TopBuild (BLD) last closed at $500.68, after a month of gains and revenue around $5.24 billion. A Simply Wall Street note puts the stock at roughly a premium to an intrinsic value estimate, defined as the theoretical fair value. The latest close sits above a narrative fair value near $482.13, implying the market prices in some future growth. Over the past month, the stock rose 16.82% with a 1-day move of 3.00%, on the back of a 44.76% one-year and 175.36% three-year total shareholder return, signaling momentum rather than a short-term bounce. The bull case rests on a disciplined M&A strategy in a fragmented sector and investments that could lift EBITDA margins and earnings growth. Risks: a softer U.S. construction cycle and the execution of past acquisitions.

BofA: 2026 earnings-driven path for India; Nifty around 29,000

January 15, 2026, 11:21 PM EST. BofA Securities says 2026 will be earnings-driven for Indian equities, not a broad re-rating. Despite elevated IPO and promoter supply, domestic inflows should absorb the overhang. DII flows are seen rising about 9% in CY26, with monthly inflows of roughly $4-7 billion as household equity allocation stays near 15%. After a record FPI outflow of $19 billion in 2025, the base case assumes limited outflows or marginal inflows, supported by potential Fed rate cuts and a softer USD. Nifty's upside is selective; it trades near 1SD at about 21-21.5x 1Y forward PE, leaving little room for multiple expansion unless earnings accelerate. BofA's CY26 target is ~29,000 (+11%), with FY26 EPS up ~7% and FY27 +14%, and broader breadth expected to improve into FY27.

Comerica may be overvalued after a multi-year rally, per Excess Returns Model

January 15, 2026, 11:17 PM EST. Comerica's stock closed at $91.51, down 1.1% in the last week, with gains over 30 days and longer horizons. In a valuation review, the Excess Returns Model yields an intrinsic value of about $82.69 per share, implying CMA is overvalued by about 10.7% versus the current price. The model uses a book value of $55.15 rising to $60.62, stable EPS of $6.01, and an average ROE of 9.92%, with a required cost of equity of $4.94. The approach contrasts with a traditional lens via the P/E ratio, which links price to earnings. The report notes CMA scores 0/6 on valuation checks and flags how rising rates and loan dynamics influence risk and fair value in the regional-bank backdrop.

Ocean Vantage Holdings Berhad: ROE at 15%, Earnings Decline vs Industry

January 15, 2026, 11:12 PM EST. Ocean Vantage Holdings Berhad's stock rose 3.6% over the past week. ROE, or Return on Equity, measures profitability relative to shareholders' equity, and is 15% for the trailing twelve months to September 2025, roughly in line with the industry average of 14%. For every MYR1 of equity, the firm generated MYR0.15 in profit. Despite a solid ROE, the five-year net income has fallen about 10%, prompting questions why profitability didn't translate into earnings growth. That may reflect a high payout ratio or suboptimal capital allocation. By contrast, the industry has posted earnings growth of about 37% over the period. Investors should decide whether the expected earnings growth is already baked into the price, noting the article's truncated valuation remark.

Sensex, Nifty set for higher open after Infosys lifts outlook

January 15, 2026, 11:07 PM EST. Dalal Street is set for a higher open on Friday after a mid-week break, led by Infosys and firmer global cues. Gift Nifty futures around 25,790, above Wednesday's Nifty 50 close of 25,665.6, with Thursday closed for a holiday. Infosys raised its full-year revenue growth outlook to 3%-3.5% from 2%-3%, citing steady client spend and momentum in financial services. Its US ADR jumped about 10% in New York; quarterly profit fell 2.2% to Rs 6,654 crore, while the services mix showed financial services up 3.9% and communications up 9.9%. The company also flagged AI-led deals with Adobe and Siemens. Markets have been under pressure, with the Nifty down 2.5% and the Sensex down 2.8% in seven of eight sessions. FIIs remained sellers; Rs 47.81 billion Wednesday, about $2.11 billion in January. Investors await Reliance, Wipro, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank results.

Nifty 50, Sensex set to open higher on Friday amid mixed cues; Gift Nifty signals positive start

January 15, 2026, 11:03 PM EST. Indian stock indices Sensex and Nifty 50 are seen opening higher on Friday amid mixed global cues, with Gift Nifty around 25,778, a ~60-point premium to the Nifty futures close. The market closed Thursday for Maharashtra elections. On Wednesday, Sensex fell 244.98 points to 83,382.71 and Nifty 50 declined 66.70 to 25,665.60. Technicals place Sensex support at 82,900-83,000 and resistance 83,800-83,900. For Nifty 50, the chart shows a narrow range between 25,600 and 25,900-26,000, needing a break above 26,000 for upside, per Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities. A break below 25,600 could target 25,500-25,450; RSI around 40 and MACD negative signal weak bias.

Sino Biopharmaceutical (SEHK:1177) undervalued after one-year rally; DCF implies HK$16.96 intrinsic value

January 15, 2026, 10:58 PM EST. Shares of Sino Biopharmaceutical (SEHK:1177) sit at HK$7.00, after a 152.6% gain in the past year and a 56.4% rise over three years, though the five-year return is down 5.4%. The stock is up 3.2% over the past week and 8.4% over the last month. A valuation score of 2/6 flags limited valuation checks as undervalued. The key number: a two-stage Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model uses expected future cash flows, discounted to present value, to estimate current worth. It yields an intrinsic value of HK$16.96, about 58.7% above the HK$7.00 price. In short, the model flags Sino Biopharmaceutical as undervalued; investors should weigh Hong Kong pharma dynamics and peer pricing in assessing risk and upside.

GIFT Nifty Eyes Firm Open Amid Mixed Global Cues; Crude Oil Dives 4%

January 15, 2026, 10:53 PM EST. GIFT Nifty futures signaled a firm opening for Indian equities, up about 0.2% to 25,789 ahead of domestic trade. The prior session saw the Sensex fall 0.29% and Nifty 50 shed 0.26% as Maharashtra elections closed Jan 15. Across Asia, markets were mixed: Nikkei and Topix down ~0.4%, Kospi up 0.3%, Kosdaq down 0.2%, ASX 200 modestly higher. In the United States, major indices finished higher on Jan 15: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose. Oil dropped roughly 4% after Trump comments on Iran, with Brent near $63.76 and WTI around $59.19. FX and flows: FIIs net sold ₹4,781 crore; DIIs net bought ₹5,217 crore; US Dollar Index nudged to 98.39, up 0.04%.

Nifty, Sensex seen opening higher as mixed global cues persist

January 15, 2026, 10:49 PM EST. India's benchmarks are set to open higher in Friday's session as mixed global cues keep traders cautious. Pre-market signals point to a positive start for the Sensex and Nifty 50, with Gift Nifty around 25,787 and about 68 points above the previous close, signalling upside bias. Abroad, Asia traded mixed: Nikkei and Topix slipped, while Kospi rose and Hang Seng futures pointed higher. U.S. equities closed higher on Thursday, with the Dow and S&P 500 posting gains; weekly initial jobless claims fell to 198,000, underscoring labour-market resilience. In domestic politics, exit polls forecast a decisive win for the BJP-led Mahayuti in Mumbai's BMC election, voting for 29 municipal bodies completed yesterday. The U.S. dollar reached a six-week high; gold eased; Brent trended down while WTI nudged higher after Iran risk cooled. Samaan Capital remains on the F&O ban list.

Agibank files for NYSE IPO; second Brazilian digital lender seeking US listing this month

January 15, 2026, 10:44 PM EST. Agibank filed for an IPO on the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday, becoming the second Braziliandigital lender to seek a US listing this month. The move expands the bank's potential investor base and signals continued appetite among Brazilian fintechs for access to U.S. capital markets. Details on size, valuation, and timing were not disclosed in the filing.

SG Holdings' stock advances as ROE strength clashes with 5-year earnings decline

January 15, 2026, 10:40 PM EST. SG Holdings Ltd. (TSE:9143) shares rose 4.1% in the past three months as investors weigh fundamentals. The trailing ROE stands at about 11%-net profit around ¥56 billion against ¥532 billion in equity for the year to September 2025-above the industry average of ~9.1%. Yet a five-year decline in net income of roughly 7.0% tempers enthusiasm, prompting questions on earnings retention and capital allocation. By contrast, the broader industry posted earnings growth of about 5.8% in the same period, underscoring a mixed backdrop for SG Holdings. The article notes the P/E ratio as a potential gauge of expected growth, though the discussion is incomplete in this snapshot. Investors must balance near-term momentum with the longer-term earnings trend.

JTEC (TSE:3446) up 12% in a week, but five-year losses linger

January 15, 2026, 10:35 PM EST. JTEC Corporation (TSE:3446) rose about 12% in the past week and 19% in the last month, yet the stock remains down about 63% over five years. The rebound is small comfort for long-term shareholders, with the longer-term trend showing underperformance. Analysts note that the company posted a modest profit last year, but investors are focused on top-line growth. Revenue growth appears needed to sustain a clearer path to profitability. The stock's trailing 12-month total return (7.1%) lags the broader market, though it marks a positive turn from the five-year annual losses. Investors should review the company's balance sheet and earnings trajectory to gauge whether the recent bounce can be sustained, and consider whether risks or warning signs warrant caution.

COSMOS Pharmaceutical: Analysts hold view after half-year results as stock slides 10%

January 15, 2026, 10:30 PM EST. COSMOS Pharmaceutical (TSE:3349) fell 10% to JP¥6,901 after its half-year results, which showed JP¥537b in revenue in line with expectations but statutory EPS of JP¥81.73 missed by 2.7%. Analysts have updated their models, and 12 cover COSMOS. For 2026, the consensus now calls for revenues of JP¥1.08t, up 3.6% from 2025, and statutory EPS of JP¥404, up 2.6%. Before the print, forecasts were JP¥1.07t and JP¥407. The price target remains JP¥9,318, with the most bullish at JP¥11,000 and the most bearish at JP¥7,100. Long-term trends imply roughly 7.3% annual revenue growth to end-2026, in line with past five years' 8.7% growth, and above the broader industry forecast of 4.7%.

Nordic Group MRD SGX: OCBC flags BUY with 37% upside on growth, acquisitions and 4.9% yield

January 15, 2026, 10:26 PM EST. Nordic Group, a Singapore-based engineering solutions provider listed on SGX (MRD), is rated BUY by OCBC Group Research with a fair value of SGD 0.59, about 37% upside. The note flags a brisk dividend yield of 4.9% for FY26. Revenue visibility is supported by SGD 70 million in recent contract wins and a robust SGD 209 million order book, underpinned by a shift toward stable maintenance services. Growth hinges on accretive acquisitions and exposure to high-growth sectors (defence, sustainability, technology), with earnings recovery underpinning a potential P/E re-rating. FY25 revenue growth is seen at 5% and FY26 at 7.6% as rates ease and industrial activity rebounds. Risks include cyclicality, chemical sector headwinds, and execution risks from inorganic growth. Nordic benefits from Singapore government spending, low tariff exposure, and a history of acquisitions that bolster long-term resilience.

DXC Technology valuation shows mixed momentum as shares hover near fair value

January 15, 2026, 10:21 PM EST. DXC Technology (DXC) trades near $14.84 with mixed momentum, according to Simply Wall St. The stock is down about 3% intraday and lower over the past week and month, yet posts a positive three-month return and a small year-to-date gain. Longer horizons remain negative. The analysis cites a 90-day price return of 15.5% and a one-year total return in the red. The fair value is about $14.50, with an intrinsic discount near 49% at current prices, implying the stock sits near fair value depending on growth assumptions. Booking momentum remains solid-three straight quarters of double-digit growth and a trailing 12-month book-to-bill ratio (bookings-to-revenue) above 1.0. Shrinking revenues and thinner margins, especially in the GIS segment, could cap earnings power and test a 2028 P/E (price-to-earnings) framework. The stock trades about 6.9x P/E versus ~19-20x peers.

Barrick Mining stock faces valuation questions after 1-year surge, DCF implies 62% undervaluation

January 15, 2026, 10:17 PM EST. Barrick Mining closed at US$49.64, marking a 1-year rise of about 221.8%. The run has investors weighing costs, reserves and growth in the mining sector. Simply Wall St gives the stock a 5/6 valuation score and, via a DCF model, an intrinsic value of about US$131.77 per share, suggesting the shares are undervalued by roughly 62%. The analysis notes a traditional P/E lens remains part of the picture, with upside tied to cash flows and higher price for risk. While the price implies potential upside if cash flows materialize, investors should watch for changes in reserves, project costs and capital plans that could alter the line between value and risk.

Asia shares hover near record high on AI optimism as dollar strengthens on Fed-cut bets

January 15, 2026, 10:12 PM EST. Asia-Pacific shares rose as AI optimism revived risk appetite, with the MSCI Asia ex-Japan index trading near a record high after TSMC's solid results buoyed AI names. A late trade deal between the U.S. and Taiwan added support, and U.S. stock futures edged up. In currency markets, the dollar held near a six-week high as upbeat U.S. data cooled bets on near-term Fed rate cuts. Markets priced roughly a 67% chance of no move in April and about 37.5% for June. The euro hovered near $1.16 and the yen traded around 158-159 per dollar, underscoring a cautious mood as investors weigh policy paths against geopolitical headlines.

Growth X Partners, Inc. (TSE:244A) ROE Signals Profitability; Valuation Remains Key

January 15, 2026, 10:08 PM EST. Growth X Partners Inc. (TSE:244A) has fallen about 17% in three months, yet its financials show strength. The company reports a trailing ROE of 17% (TTM to November 2025), near the industry average of 14%, suggesting efficient use of equity. Net income has grown 29% over five years, supported by profit retention and a presumably low payout ratio. Relative to the sector, earnings growth outpaced the industry average of 12%. The next step for investors is to judge whether this growth is already reflected in the P/E ratio and the stock price. In short, solid profitability metrics exist, but valuation remains the key question for prospective shareholders.

Amgen valuation: DCF suggests undervaluation after 26% one-year gain

January 15, 2026, 10:04 PM EST. Amgen's stock closed at $330.03, up 0.7% YTD and 26.5% over the past year. The shares rose about 1% in the last 30 days and 38.6% over three years as investors weigh the company's scale against sector sentiment and pipeline outlook. Under our framework, AMGN scores 4/6. In a two-pronged check, a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model with a 2-stage free cash flow to equity puts fair value near $636.19 per share, implying the stock is about 48.1% undervalued. The P/E clock reads 25.37x versus a biotech peer average of 20.67x, signaling limited upside from earnings alone. The piece notes the trailing return may lag peers.

Avita aims for cash-flow positivity by late 2026 after 2025 results; adds $60m debt facility

January 15, 2026, 9:59 PM EST. Q4 2025 sales were USD 18 million, up 3% QoQ, aided by reimbursement support. Avita guides 2026 to 15% revenue growth at the midpoint. It secured a new USD 60 million debt facility. Shares rose about 9%. For 2025, revenue rose 11% to USD 72 million; 2026 revenue is forecast to USD 84 million, down 24% from prior view but at the top end of guidance. Reimbursement delays have cooled demand; the company expects the headwind to fade as reimbursements normalize. Cash burn should improve on lower staffing costs and rising product demand. Net cash was USD 23 million as of Sept. 30, 2025; the debt is to cover operations until profitability. Fair value cut to USD 3.20, split between USD weakness and lower near-term earnings. Long-term, RECELL and Cohealyx underpin a five-year 20% CAGR, with profitability by late 2026.

Cheesecake Factory valuation check amid momentum; analysts divided

January 15, 2026, 9:54 PM EST. Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) has drawn investor attention after strong price momentum. The stock rose 0.98% last session, 23.60% in the past month, and 29.21% in a year, with the latest close at $60.75. Revenue was $3.71 billion and net income $160.81 million, with 5.13% revenue growth and 13.25% net income growth. Narratives from Zwfis peg fair value at $73.83, implying the stock is undervalued versus that view. By contrast, Simply Wall St's own DCF (discounted cash flow) model yields $31.60, suggesting the price is above its fair value under that method. The divergence underscores different valuation methods. Risks to the bull case include higher investment and debt weighing on profitability and cash returns. The market question: is the upside baked in, or does growth still lie ahead?

Wheat slides as export demand and crop outlook weigh on futures

January 15, 2026, 9:49 PM EST. The wheat complex failed to join the grain bounce, slipping to fresh lows on Thursday. Chicago SRW futures were steady to down about 8.25 cents across the front months; KC HRW contracts fell 2 to 5.75 cents; MPLS spring wheat futures closed 1.5 to 5.25 cents lower. USDA export sales for the week through 12/12 totaled 457,933 MT, a four-week high and within the 225,000-550,000 MT range. The Philippines booked 83,000 MT, with 80,800 MT sold to Venezuela; South Korea bought 86,800 MT from the US. Strategie Grains pegs the 2025/26 US wheat crop at 126.6 MMT, up 12.4 MMT year over year. Prices: Mar-25 CBOT near $5.33, May-25 CBOT around $5.43 1/2; Mar-25 KCBT about $5.43 1/4, May-25 KCBT about $5.51; Mar-25 MGEX near $5.86 3/4, May-25 MGEX near $5.94 1/2.

Cotton futures slip as crude, dollar weigh; export sales rise to marketing-year high

January 15, 2026, 9:44 PM EST. Cotton futures ended Thursday lower, with front-month contracts down 22 to 28 points as crude, the dollar and export data pressured sentiment. Crude fell $2.74 to $59.28 a barrel, and the U.S. dollar index slid to 98.155. Upland cotton export sales for the week to Jan. 8 rose to 339,724 running bales, a marketing-year high and more than triple the prior week, led by Vietnam at 127,400 RB and China at 57,200 RB. Shipments reached 156,104 RB, an 11-week high, with Vietnam at 56,200 RB and Pakistan at 24,900 RB. The Jan. 14 The Seam auction posted 59.07 cents/lb on 11,177 bales. The Cotlook A Index rose 5 points to 75.05 cents, ICE stocks were steady at 11,029 bales, and the Adjusted World Price increased to 51.17 cents/lb, up 20 points.

Corn closes lower as export sales weigh on sentiment; Brazil revisions prominent

January 15, 2026, 9:40 PM EST. Chicago corn futures finished lower on Tuesday, with front-month (nearest delivery) down about 3 to 5 1/4 cents. The CmdtyView national cash corn price was $3.93 1/4 per bushel. Crude oil futures retreated, down about $3.50 a barrel. The USDA reported a private export sale of 630,000 MT (metric tons) to Mexico, split 554,400 MT for 2025/26 and 75,600 MT for 2026/27. The USDA Crop Progress report showed good/excellent ratings at 70%, down two points. The Brugler500 index slipped to 376. Western Corn Belt weakness led declines: CO down 30, NE -7, ND -13, TX -16; IN -7, IA -3; IL, MN and OH posted modest gains. Brazil's ANE estimated June corn exports at 828,959 MT; AgroConsult raised second-crop to 123.3 MMT. Jul 25 corn settled at 4.16 1/4; nearby cash 3.93 1/4; Sep 25 4.12 1/4; Dec 25 4.29.

Lean Hogs Rally to Thursday Close as Cutout Rises and Export Sales Lift Market

January 15, 2026, 9:36 PM EST. Lean hog futures closed higher on Thursday, with contracts up about $1.90 to $2.30. The USDA did not publish a national base hog price due to light volume. The CME Lean Hog Index ticked down 11 cents to $80.39 as of Jan. 13. The USDA Export Sales data show pork bookings for the week ended Jan. 8 at 26,826 MT, led by Mexico at 9,200 MT; shipments total 40,672 MT, with Mexico as the top destination at 21,000 MT. The pork carcass cutout value rose $2.31 to $93.60 per cwt, with the picnic and rib primals the only lines lower. Thursday's slaughter tally stood at 492,000 head, lifting the week to 1.973 million, above both last week and the year-ago period.

Cattle futures rise as export demand hints steady; Fed Cattle Exchange shows no bids

January 15, 2026, 9:31 PM EST.Live cattle futures rose 90 cents to $1.60, while cash trade remains light after last week's $232-233 per cwt. The Fed Cattle Exchange online auction offered 974 head with no sales or bids. Feeder cattle futures closed up $3.67 to $4.85. The CME Feeder Cattle Index rose 27 cents to $369.42 on January 13. Export sales reached 11,192 MT for the week of January 8, led by South Korea with 3,800 MT; shipments totalled 11,657 MT, with Japan and Korea among top destinations. Boxed beef prices were higher; the Chc/Sel spread widened to $1.06. Slaughter through Thursday is 469,000 head for the week, up 4,000 from last week but 15,813 below year-ago levels. Futures quotes for Feb-Jun contracts are listed.

Indian stocks set to open higher as Gift Nifty signals positive start; US data, BMC polls in focus

January 15, 2026, 9:26 PM EST. Indian benchmarks are set to open higher on Friday after mixed global cues. The Sensex and Nifty 50 closed lower on Wednesday but traded higher recently, with the BSE/NSE shut Thursday for Maharashtra's municipal elections. The Gift Nifty indicated a positive start, trading around the 25,787 level with a premium of about 68 points. In the United States, major indices closed higher led by banks and chip stocks; movers included Nvidia, AMD, BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and TSMC ADRs. The market is watching progress on the India-US trade deal and the Budget, while US jobless claims showed a weekly drop to 198,000. Exit polls point to a BJP-led victory in Mumbai's BMC elections. Investors remain cautious on cross-border policy and fiscal cues.

Soybeans Hold Gains as Bean Oil Strength Lifts Prices

January 15, 2026, 9:21 PM EST.Soybeans held gains as bean oil rallied. Front-month futures were up about 10 cents; the cmdtyView cash price rose 10.75 cents to $9.82 a bushel. Soymeal slipped about $2.20 to around $5, while soy oil jumped 122-199 points. USDA export data show private sales totaling 435,000 MT of soybeans to unknown destinations (360,000 MT for 2025/26; 75,000 MT for 2026/27), plus 110,000 MT to unknown and 204,000 MT to China. Weekly exports reached 2.06 MMT, the third-largest in the marketing year and more than four times last year. NOPA crushed 224.991 million bushels in December, up 8.9% y/y and 4.14% from November. Soybean oil stocks rose 8.5% from November and 32.8% y/y to 1.642 billion pounds. Prices: Mar 26 soybeans closed at $10.53; nearby cash $9.82; May $10.64 1/4; Jul $10.76 1/4.

Phoenix Education Partners stock undervalued after pullback, according to DCF model

January 15, 2026, 9:16 PM EST. Phoenix Education Partners (PXED) trades around $30.47 and has fallen 7.7% in the past week and 10.3% in the past month, though it is up 2.7% year to date. In context, the U.S. education sector is shifting toward flexible, outcomes-oriented models, a backdrop investors are weighing against the pullback. Simply Wall St assigns PXED a valuation score of 5 out of 6. The site's Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model uses a 2-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity approach. It puts the latest twelve-month FCF at about $130.5 million, projecting to 2035 FCF of $303.9 million. Discounting yields an intrinsic value of about $158.89 per share versus a market price of $30.47, implying an intrinsic discount of 80.8% and an undervalued stock. Returns over the last year: 0.0%.

OCBC Initiates Nordic Group with Buy; 37% Upside, 4.9% Yield (NRD)

January 15, 2026, 9:11 PM EST. OCBC Group Research initiates coverage on Nordic Group (SGX: NRD) with a BUY rating and a fair value of SGD 0.59, about 37% upside to the last close. The forecast FY26 dividend yield is 4.9%. In Dec 2025, Nordic won SGD70 million in new contracts and pursued acquisitions in defence and sustainability, boosting revenue visibility. Nordic's diversified revenue base, solid balance sheet, and shift toward maintenance services help dampen cyclicality. Macro trends such as higher defence and sustainability spending, tech expansion, and resilient Asian economies could support growth. Key risks include a global downturn, headwinds in the chemicals sector, and challenges from inorganic growth. Valuation rests on historical P/E (price-to-earnings) ratio, with catalysts from more contract wins and improving sentiment for Singapore small/mid caps. Nordic has delivered a revenue CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 9.3% since listing.

Banks lead Australian shares as miners pull back; ASX heads for best week in months

January 15, 2026, 9:07 PM EST. Australian shares edged higher on Friday as Banks led, while miners pulled back from a recent high. The S&P/ASX200 added 0.12%, to 8,872.2, and the All Ordinaries rose 0.14% to 9,196.9, with markets eyeing a best weekly finish in more than two months. The rally followed a positive session on Wall Street after a major chipmaker's results eased AI worries, though volatility remains centered on commodities. Banks rose around 0.6%, with Commonwealth Bank up 0.6% to A$154.34. Copper and iron ore steadied, propping up the resource complex, though BHP slipped 0.8% after a five-day gain. Gold miners were mixed; Newmont rose 1.2% as gold hovered near US$4,600/oz. Tech stocks rebounded on ASX after a tough week, tracking a firmer Nasdaq.

ALVER.PA: Vergnet SA falls 26.88% as liquidity squeeze and balance-sheet risk loom

January 15, 2026, 9:02 PM EST. Vergnet SA's ALVER.PA fell 26.88% to €0.34 on Jan 15, 2026, after heavy intraday selling and above-average volume of 64,829 shares. A liquidity squeeze left only 475,975 shares outstanding, helping drive the move. The session traded as low as €0.34 with a high of €0.43, and relative volume was about 8.3x. Fundamentals skew negative: trailing EPS -36.55 and a PE -0.01; cash per share €5.38 but book value per share -€44.13. Enterprise value stands at €5.53 million, versus a market cap of €161,832. The stock sits in the Utilities sector (Renewables/IPP); 50-day average €0.75 and 200-day €2.95 underline the gap to peers. ADX 98.95 signals a downward trend; Meyka AI rates 69.15/100 (Grade B) with a HOLD stance. Key risks: continued negative earnings and thin liquidity.

HudBay Minerals (HBM) Stock Dips as Market Rises; Earnings in Focus

January 15, 2026, 8:57 PM EST. HudBay Minerals (HBM) closed at $22.76, down 1.43% as the broader market advanced. The stock trailed the S&P 500's 0.26% gain, while the Dow rose 0.6% and the Nasdaq 0.25%. Over the past month, HBM has risen about 21.6%, outpacing the Basic Materials sector and the S&P 500. Investors await earnings, with consensus EPS seen at $0.30 for the quarter, up 66.7% year over year, and revenue pegged at $709.37 million, up 21.3%. For the year, EPS of $0.76 and revenue of $2.2 billion are expected, up 58.3% and flat. Analysts note estimate revisions; Zacks Rank remains #3 (Hold). The stock trades at a Forward P/E of 17.66, below the industry's 25.74. The Mining – Miscellaneous group sits in the top quartile by rank.

TechnipFMC leads EURONEXT pre-market activity as volume spikes

January 15, 2026, 8:53 PM EST. TechnipFMC plc (FTI.PA) is the most active European oilfield services name in pre-market trading on 16 Jan 2026 on EURONEXT, trading at €5.912 with a wide intraday range (€5.680-€6.092) and heavy volume of 33.48 million shares. The relative volume is about 10.5 versus a 3.18 million average, signaling likely institutional activity ahead of sector flows in Energy. Opened at €5.992; 12-month range €4.951-€8.764. Fundamentals show EPS 0.242, P/E around 24.43, and P/B near 0.96, with cash per share €2.776 and debt/equity ~0.60, underpinning a credit-resilient profile. Catalysts cited include buyback programmes and dividends; Meyka AI rates the stock HOLD at 68.3/100. Short-term momentum sits above the 50-day moving average but below the 200-day, suggesting mixed evidence for near-term volatility.

Suzlon Energy trades INR 49.01 pre-market ahead of Jan 28 earnings; renewables leader on NSE

January 15, 2026, 8:48 PM EST. SUZLON.NS opens at INR 49.01 in pre-market trade, with 55.86 million shares changing hands, up 0.66% ahead of earnings due Jan 28. The stock remains among the most active renewables names on the NSE, trading well below its 200-day average of INR 58.57. Key metrics: EPS 2.31, PE 21.22; year high 74.30, year low 46.15. Day range 48.16-49.80; volume 55.86 million vs 30-day average ~62.5 million. Market cap about INR 672.0 billion; shares outstanding ~13.71 billion. RSI 31.84, MACD -0.60; price near the lower Bollinger band. Meyka AI score 71.91/100; forecast to INR 72.98 in 12 months. Catalysts include earnings on Jan 28 and Rajasthan 153 MW wins.

Nutrien near fair value after rally; DCF shows small discount

January 15, 2026, 8:43 PM EST. Nutrien Ltd. on the TSX closed at CA$94.27, with a recent run that includes 13.7% in 7 days and 32.1% over the past year. Investors weigh whether the market prices in its role in global crop nutrients and food-security trends. Our valuation snapshot shows Nutrien at 4 of 6 on our checks, with a mix of signals. A two-stage DCF puts an intrinsic value of CA$100.14 per share, implying roughly a 5.9% discount to the current price-about a fair value read. The latest twelve-month free cash flow (FCF) is about $1.93 billion; projected FCF into 2030 supports the model. The P/E ratio adds context, but growth and risk expectations will drive the multiple. In short, Nutrien appears broadly fairly valued, though cycles in fertilizer demand keep the case dynamic.

ITXT.PA: Oversold at €2.50 on EURONEXT; watch for rebound toward €2.90

January 15, 2026, 8:39 PM EST. ITXT.PA, trading on EURONEXT at €2.50 on 15 Jan 2026, sits near its year low and below tangible book value. The stock shows a low float, price-to-book 0.78, and volume 30 shares. An oversold bounce is cited with a potential move toward the year high of €2.90, though thin liquidity and negative earnings pose risk. Market cap is €2.53 million with about 1.01 million shares outstanding. Fundamentals show negative EPS -0.62 and negative P/E -4.03 despite a tangible book value of €3.19 per share. Technically, it trades near the 50-day average (€2.50) and under the 200-day (€2.56). Meyka AI rates the stock C+ / HOLD; forecast shows monthly €2.50, quarterly €2.30, yearly €1.36. With limited liquidity, position size should be cautious.

Is the market underestimating Madhusudan Masala's ROE-driven upside?

January 15, 2026, 8:35 PM EST. On the stock's 13% slide in the past three months, Madhusudan Masala (NSE: MADHUSUDAN) shows a contrasting long-run picture. The company posted a trailing 12-month ROE of 16% as of September 2025, calculated as Net Profit divided by Shareholders' Equity. That compares with an industry average of about 11%. Five-year net income rose roughly 42%, a pace faster than the sector's ~20% average. Supportive drivers may include prudent profit retention, management decisions, or a lower payout ratio. Yet the sustainability of earnings growth remains uncertain and the market may be pricing in different risks. The analysis helps gauge whether the stock has already priced in future growth or if a rebound could be justified by the ROE-driven earnings trajectory.

Arm Holdings: DCF signals overvaluation after 1-year, 28.7% drop

January 15, 2026, 8:31 PM EST. Arm Holdings' stock closed at US$105.11 after a 28.7% drop over the last year, with a 7% one-week slide and mid-year weakness. Simply Wall St assigns a valuation score of 0/6. A two-stage Discounted Cash Flow model places the intrinsic value at US$63.49 per share, implying the stock is about 65.5% above the estimate and signaling it is overvalued on this measure. The price/earnings ratio sits at 134.36x, well above the industry average of 42.57x and above peers at 39.50x, suggesting the market already prices in strong growth or lower risk. Arm remains a focal point for investors monitoring chip architecture licensing, demand in mobile devices and data centers, and broader semiconductor valuations as prices adjust to anticipated demand.

Caesars Lease Talks Could Shape VICI Properties' Income Outlook

January 15, 2026, 8:26 PM EST. Ongoing negotiations over a master lease with Caesars Entertainment loom large for VICI Properties' income profile. The portfolio remains anchored by flagship Las Vegas assets but a rent adjustment could shift the revenue share from the master lease, a key near-term catalyst. The company reaffirmed a 75% AFFO payout and a recent 4% dividend increase, underscoring income resilience even as short interest climbs and analysts reprice targets. Yet leverage remains tied to tenant concentration, with Caesars accounting for a sizeable chunk of rent. VICI Properties still projects $4.3 billion in revenue and $2.8 billion in earnings by 2028 on modest 3.4% annual growth, even as fair-value estimates diverge widely across models.

Supreme Facility Management's ROCE Deteriorates as Reinvestment Rises

January 15, 2026, 8:22 PM EST. Supreme Facility Management's ROCE for the trailing twelve months to September 2025 sits at about 12%, versus a nearby Commercial Services industry average around 13%. ROCE measures pre-tax profits generated from the capital employed in the business; in simple terms, EBIT divided by (total assets minus current liabilities). Over five years, ROCE has slipped from about 18%. The company has increased capital employed while sales remained flat in the last 12 months, signaling reinvestment for longer-term growth with a delayed earnings payoff. The stock has fallen roughly 45% in the past year, reflecting market doubt about these trends lifting returns. While the reinvestment continues, returns appear to be shrinking, and the stock lacks the multi-bagger traits investors often seek.

Retail investors drive gains in Aarti Pharmalabs as insiders rewarded; top 21 own 51%

January 15, 2026, 8:17 PM EST. Retail investors propelled Aarti Pharmalabs Limited (NSE:AARTIPHARM) higher last week, the stock gaining about 8.4%. An ownership snapshot shows retail investors hold roughly 33% of the company, while the top 21 holders own about 51%, suggesting no single investor controls the business. Insiders own about 29% of shares, and the Life Insurance Corporation of India is the largest holder with 5.3%. Individual stakes include Rashesh Gogri at 4.2%, Jaya Gogri at 3.5%, and CEO Hetal Gala at 2.9%, implying management alignment with other large shareholders. The data indicate a mixed ownership base. Analysts note that there is currently limited coverage of the stock; no formal analyst consensus is evident. The article references earlier earnings context.

Asia-Pacific markets mix as Wall Street rally lifts chip shares on U.S.-Taiwan deal

January 15, 2026, 8:09 PM EST.Asia-Pacific markets were mixed on Friday, diverging from a Wall Street rally led by chip and bank stocks. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 fell 0.41% and the Topix dropped 0.42%, while Korea's Kospi rose 0.3% and Kosdaq slipped 0.21%; Australia's ASX 200 edged up 0.22%. TSMC flagged higher capital spending for 2026, lifting sentiment for the sector. A U.S.-Taiwan trade deal ties lower reciprocal tariffs (mutual duties on each other's goods) to at least $250 billion in Taiwanese chip investments in U.S. production. Goldman Sachs rose over 4% and Morgan Stanley about 6% after upbeat earnings. In the U.S., the Dow gained 0.6%, the S&P 500 +0.26%, and the Nasdaq +0.25%, while jobless claims fell to 198,000.

ATI gains as earnings loom; Zacks Rank Buy amid outperformance

January 15, 2026, 8:04 PM EST. ATI rose 1.74% to $125.39 in the latest session, outpacing the S&P 500's 0.26% gain. The Dow rose 0.60% and the Nasdaq added 0.25%. Year-to-date, ATI has climbed about 14.23%, beating the Aerospace sector's 10.62% and the S&P 500 gain of 1.57%. Investors will scrutinize ATI's upcoming earnings release on February 3, 2026, with an expected EPS of $0.89, up 12.66% year over year, and a revenue view of about $1.2 billion, up 2.13%. For the full year, consensus calls for EPS of $3.20 and revenue of $4.61 billion, up 30.08% and flat, respectively, from the prior year. The market will watch analyst estimates revisions; ATI holds a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), with a forward P/E around 31.1 and a PEG of 1.18.

Uranium Energy (UEC) outperforms market ahead of earnings; Zacks Rank holds at #3

January 15, 2026, 8:03 PM EST. Uranium Energy (UEC) closed at $17.47, up 1.63% in the session, ahead of a modest S&P 500 gain of 0.26% and a Dow rise of 0.6%. The stock had advanced about 49.22% year-to-date prior to today, outpacing the Basic Materials sector (+8.62%) and the index (+1.57%). Investors will scrutinize the company's upcoming earnings report, with Zacks Consensus calling for a per-share loss of $0.06 for the quarter, a 500% decline from the year-ago period. For the full year, the consensus is a loss of $0.10 on revenue of $59.65 million, representing a +41.18% change in EPS and a -10.75% change in revenue versus the previous year. The firm notes analyst estimate revisions and assigns UEC a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). The Mining – Miscellaneous industry sits in the Basic Materials group, with an Industry Rank of 65.

Western Midstream slides as markets gain ahead of earnings

January 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EST. Western Midstream (WES) closed at $39.02, down 0.43% as the S&P 500 rose 0.25% and the Dow gained 0.2% while the Nasdaq climbed 0.56%. Over the last month, WES gained 1.63% versus the Oils-Energy sector's 0.05% loss but lagged the S&P 500's 1.65% advance. Investors await the upcoming earnings release, with consensus calling for EPS of $0.85 and revenue of $916.7 million, up 21.4% and 18.1% year over year. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus pins EPS at $4.16 and revenue at $3.69 billion, up about 60% and 18.9%. The stock carries a Forward P/E of 9.43, below the industry's 20.42, and a PEG of 0.74. The Oils-Energy Master Limited Partnerships group ranks in the bottom tier of the Zacks Industry Rank.

BMO trims EQT price target to $60; analysts weigh in with mixed outlook

January 15, 2026, 7:54 PM EST. EQT Corp (NYSE:EQT) shares fell after BMO Capital Markets trimmed its price objective to $60 from $65, keeping an outperform rating. The target signals about 20% upside from recent levels. Other analysts offered mixed views: William Blair initiated coverage with an outperform; Wolfe Research cut its target to $61 yet maintained an outperform; Piper Sandler lifted its target to $50 while issuing a Neutral rating; Siebert Williams Shank trimmed to $59 and gave a Hold. UBS boosted its target to $76 and set a Buy rating. MarketBeat shows 20 Buy ratings and 5 Hold, with an average target of $64.26. In intraday trade, EQT slid about $0.35 to $49.91 on roughly 9.94 million shares. The stock posted $0.52 per share on $1.75 billion revenue; 52-week range was $43.57-$62.23.

Nova Technology Services Berhad slides 50% in 3 months despite ROE of 22%

January 15, 2026, 7:49 PM EST. Nova Technology Services Berhad's shares have fallen about 50% over the past three months. The drop comes despite a solid ROE of 22% for the trailing twelve months to September 2025, with net income RM12m and shareholders' equity RM56m. The figure stacks up against the industry average of 13%, helping underline the company's profitability. The company posted a 68%net income growth over the last five years, with growth outpacing the industry's 5.3% average. Management's retention and payout policy are cited as potential drivers behind the earnings trajectory. Investors are now asking whether the upbeat earnings trend is already reflected in the price or if the stock remains undervalued, as they assess future earnings growth versus the current multiple.

Lamar Advertising: DCF signals 34% undervaluation after rally

January 15, 2026, 7:48 PM EST. LAMR trades near $132.79 after a strong multi-year run. It rose 4.2% in 7 days, 3.4% in 30 days, 7.0% YTD, 15.2% over 12 months, 55.6% over three years and 101.7% over five years. In Simply Wall St's six-point valuation check, it scores 4 of 6, hinting at potential undervaluation. A DCF model using a two-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity forecast yields an intrinsic value of about $201.86 per share. At $132.79, the implied undervaluation is roughly 34.2%. Forecasts extend to 2027 and beyond, informing views on Lamar's out-of-home advertising positioning and how growth and risk are priced today.

Cenovus Energy Still Undervalued After 1-Year Gain, DCF Indicates

January 15, 2026, 7:47 PM EST. Cenovus Energy's shares closed at CA$25.15, after a 12-month gain of 22.1%. In the last week it rose 10.8%; 30 days, 8.6%; year-to-date, 4.6%. Using a two-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE) model, Simply Wall St pegs intrinsic value at CA$77.63 per share, implying the stock is about 67.6% undervalued versus the current price. The latest twelve-month FCF is CA$3.27 billion, with projections to CA$6.39 billion in 2035 and CA$3.52 billion in 2026. The analysis is a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method; the report also flags the price-to-earnings P/E angle as a cross-check. Cenovus Energy carries a 5/6 valuation score in the screen, underscoring a cash-flow outlook that contrasts with the market price.

Friday's big stock stories: What's likely to move the market in the next trading session

January 15, 2026, 7:46 PM EST. US equities ended Thursday higher as traders await a flood of bank results. PNC Financial reports Friday; CNBC's coverage will feature the earnings. Goldman Sachs rose about 4% on the week, after a 4.6% jump on Thursday on earnings. JPMorgan is down 6% this week; Citigroup off 3.2%; Bank of America down nearly 6%. Morgan Stanley touched a fresh high and jumped about 6% after its results. Regions Financial up 15.3% in three months; M&T Bank up 15% in three months. The S&P Financials sector is down 2.45% this week, while the KRE regional bank ETF is up 1.13%. In chips, Taiwan Semiconductor led with strong quarterly numbers; Apple fell 0.7%; AMD up about 2%; Jabil up nearly 5%.

Star Bulk Carriers climbs as markets rise; Zacks ranks #1 (Strong Buy)

January 15, 2026, 7:34 PM EST. Star Bulk Carriers closed at $20.90, up 1.41% as major indices edged higher. The S&P 500 rose 0.26%, the Dow 0.6%, and the Nasdaq 0.25%. Year-to-date the stock had risen about 13%. Investors await the upcoming earnings report, with an EPS (earnings per share) estimate of $0.52 and revenue of $291.28 million, the latter down 5.7% year over year. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus calls for $0.85 per share and $1.03 billion in revenue. The Forward P/E is about 7.49, below the industry's 12.16. Zacks assigns Star Bulk a #1 Strong Buy rank. The Transportation – Shipping group remains weaker within its sector, per Zacks industry data.

Tutor Perini outpaces market; earnings in focus as shares edge higher

January 15, 2026, 7:33 PM EST.Tutor Perini (TPC) finished the session at $24.61, up 1.32%, beating the S&P 500's 0.53% gain as the Dow rose 0.38% and the Nasdaq 0.25%. The stock has risen 0.37% in the past month, ahead of the Construction sector's 0.13% decline but behind the S&P 500's 1.24% advance. Ahead of its report, analysts expect EPS of $0.30, up about 133% year over year, with revenue seen at $1.09 billion, a 6.83% rise. Zacks Rank is #3 (Hold), with revisions to estimates seen as modest. The stock trades at a Forward P/E of 12.15 vs. 16.8 for the industry; the Building Products – Heavy Construction group sits near the sector's bottom. Investors watch the earnings release for guidance.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals shares slide as market gains ahead of earnings

January 15, 2026, 7:32 PM EST. Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) closed at $438.92, down 2.36%, underperforming a S&P 500 up 0.26%. The Dow gained 0.6% and the Nasdaq rose 0.25%. Prior session, Vertex had no change while the Medical sector advanced about 0.92% and the S&P 500 climbed 1.57%. Investors focus on the company's upcoming earnings report, with consensus calling for EPS of $5.05 and revenue of about $3.16 billion, translating to growth versus the prior year. For the full year, analysts expect about $18.40 per share and $11.97 billion in revenue. The stock trades at a forward P/E of 22.52, above the industry average of 19.88. The stock carries a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) and sits in a mid-pack Industry Rank.

BMO cuts Marathon Petroleum price target; MPC shares slide as analysts weigh outlook

January 15, 2026, 7:31 PM EST. Marathon Petroleum Corp shares fell after BMO Capital Markets cut its price objective for MPC from $208.00 to $200.00, while maintaining an outperform rating. The new target implies roughly 12.9% upside from Monday's level. Other analysts offered mixed views: Scotiabank reiterated an outperform rating; JPMorgan chopped its target to $179.00 and set a Neutral rating; Zacks upgraded MPC to Strong Buy; Mizuho lifted its target to $205.00 with a Neutral rating; UBS lifted to $220.00 with a Buy rating. Market consensus shows 1 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, 9 Hold. MarketBeat lists a Moderate Buy stance and an average target of $196.79. MPC traded about $177.20 midday, down $3.89, on volume of roughly 2.0 million shares. The quarter showed $3.01 EPS on $34.81 billion revenue; debt-to-equity 1.31.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq steady as Wall Street eyes week wrap; TSMC lift spurs tech rally; Fed bets hold

January 15, 2026, 7:30 PM EST. U.S. stock futures were little changed late Thursday as Wall Street aimed to close a volatile week. Dow Jones futures edged above flatline, joining S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures. In regular trade, equities rose after strong results from TSMC, reviving AI-related optimism; Nvidia and AMD climbed. A U.S.-Taiwan trade pact pledging at least $250 billion to expand U.S. manufacturing lifted sentiment. Banks rallied after upbeat results from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley; smaller lenders PNC and Regions Financial are among Friday's reports. Investors weigh geopolitical risks, including Iran and Greenland tensions, and debates over Fed independence. The CME FedWatch odds show about a 95% chance of no rate change this month, with the first cut expected in June. Still, major indexes are on track to finish the week lower.

BigBear.ai stock falls 1.1% as analysts weigh in (BBAI)

January 15, 2026, 7:20 PM EST.BigBear.ai Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BBAI) slid 1.1% in mid-day trading, trading as low as $6.16 and last at $6.19. Volume reached about 126.48 million, above the 76.94 million average. The stock closed previously at $6.26. Analysts show mixed views: Wall Street Zen cut to sell; Cantor Fitzgerald to neutral and cut target to $6.00; Weiss Ratings reiterated a sell; HC Wainwright kept a buy with an $8.00 objective. MarketBeat pins a Hold with a $6.00 target. Key metrics: market cap about $2.7B, P/E -4.36, beta 3.46; 50-day MA $6.06, 200-day MA $6.43. Q3 EPS -0.07 vs -0.06 est; revenue $33.14M, down 20.1% YoY. Insider: CFO Sean Ricker sold 5,000 shares; Director Dorothy Hayes sold 22,000.

AbbVie stock dips as market edges higher ahead of earnings

January 15, 2026, 7:19 PM EST. AbbVie closed at $193.45, down 1.16%, vs the S&P 500's 0.03% gain. The Dow slipped 0.04% and the Nasdaq rose 0.2%. Over the past month, ABBV is down 0.58%, lagging the Medical sector's 2.67% advance and the S&P's 1.54% gain. Ahead of results, the company is expected to post EPS (earnings per share) of $2.95, flat year over year, with revenue of $14.25 billion, up about 2.3%. For the year, EPS of $10.87 and revenue of $55.8 billion are forecast. The Forward P/E (price-to-earnings based on forward earnings) is 18.01, above the industry 16.14. The PEG (price/earnings growth) ratio is 2.67 vs. industry 1.7. The stock holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

OneSpan (OSPN) dips as market edges higher ahead of earnings

January 15, 2026, 7:18 PM EST.OneSpan (OSPN) closed at $12.47, down 1.97% on the session as the broader market rose. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which advanced 0.26%, while the Dow added 0.6% and the Nasdaq rose 0.25%. Over the past month, OneSpan has climbed 0.87%, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's 1.58% gain and the S&P 500's 1.57% rise. Investors await the company's earnings report, due February 26, 2026. Analysts project EPS of $0.31 for the quarter, up about 29% year over year, with revenue seen at $59.85 million, down 2.16% from the prior year. For the full year, consensus calls for EPS of $1.44 and revenue of $240.11 million, representing a 9.09% increase in EPS and flat revenue. The stock carries a Forward P/E of 8.8, versus the industry average of 23.72. OneSpan holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Verizon shares slip as market rises ahead of July 22 earnings

January 15, 2026, 7:17 PM EST. Verizon Communications (VZ) traded at $39.46, down 0.53% as the S&P 500 rose 0.77%, Dow 0.49% and Nasdaq 0.95%. Over the past month, VZ fell 0.97%, trailing a market rally. The earnings report due July 22, 2024 is in focus. The firm is expected to report EPS of $1.15, down 4.96% YoY, with revenue of $33.06 billion, up 1.44%. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus calls for EPS $4.59 and revenue $135.02 billion, down 2.55% and up 0.78%. The Zacks Rank is #3 (Hold). The Forward P/E is 8.64 vs industry 19.5; the PEG is 2.88. The Wireless National industry ranks 188 of 250+.

Atmus Filtration Technologies Q3 CY2025: Revenue Beat, EPS Beats Estimates (ATMU)

January 15, 2026, 7:16 PM EST. Atmus Filtration Technologies reported Q3 CY2025 revenue of $447.7 million, up 10.9% year-on-year (YoY, year-over-year) and topping consensus of $416.4 million. The company posted a non-GAAP EPS of $0.69, vs $0.60 expected. Adjusted EBITDA reached $91.5 million with a 20.4% margin, beating estimates of $80.69 million by 13.4%. Operating margin rose to 18.3% from 15.7% a year earlier; free cash flow margin was 15.4%. Market cap sits near $4.53 billion. Spun out of Cummins in 2023, Atmus has seen slower long-term growth, with 4-year revenue growth of 4.6% and 2-year growth of 3.4%. Street projections imply roughly 3.3% revenue growth over the next 12 months, a modest outlook for catalysts beyond newer products.

Hermès valuation after share gains; near-term momentum cools; fair value ~€2,378

January 15, 2026, 7:15 PM EST. Hermès International (ENXTPA:RMS) closed at €2,236 in Paris after a 4.63% gain over seven days and a 6.27% rise year-to-date. One-year TSR is down 8.89%, while three-year TSR stands at 42.48%, signaling cooled near-term momentum against a stronger longer-term track record. A narrative-based fair value places Hermès at about €2,378, a premium-quality story with a modest gap. The stock trades at a P/E of about 52.3x, well above the European luxury average of 19x, peer average of 32.6x, and a fair ratio of 29.2x. Growth drivers include disciplined capacity expansion (four new leather workshops over four years) and selective distribution growth into the US, China and India. Risks include slower Chinese demand and resale-market speculation that could erode exclusivity.

TSMC results lift AI stocks; Vertiv, AMD among top bets

January 15, 2026, 7:05 PM EST. Taiwan Semiconductor (TSMC) posted blockbuster AI-boosted results and lifted 2026 guidance, raising capex to $52-$56 billion and guiding revenue up about 30%. The AI push underscores demand for Nvidia chips and other AI hardware into 2026 and beyond. The mood lifted related names, with investors rotating into AI infrastructure plays such as Vertiv (VRT) and chipmakers like AMD, sending Nvidia- and AI-linked equities higher ahead of earnings from hyperscalers such as Amazon and Alphabet. Analysts at Zacks and others expect broader earnings strength: S&P 500 profits rising into 2026, tech earnings growth around 20% in 2026 and roughly 15% in 2027. Vertiv has surged over 1,000% in three years; upside remains, with a target near 15% above current levels despite a pullback from October highs. AMD is cited as a core AI exposure.

ImmunityBio jumps after Anktiva revenue soars about 700% on 2025 results

January 15, 2026, 7:03 PM EST.ImmunityBio's stock jumped 30.8% to $3.95 on Jan. 15, 2026 after preliminary 2025 results showed Anktiva revenue up about 700% and a quarterly sales beat. Volume surged to roughly 70 million shares, about 442% above its three-month average. ImmunityBio (IBRX) has a market capitalization near $3.0 billion. The move came as the broader market edged higher; the S&P 500 rose 0.27% and the Nasdaq gained 0.25%. Industry peers were mixed, with Incyte down 0.67% and Vertex down 2.36%. Management indicated annual Anktiva revenue rose from $15 million in 2024 to $113 million, a ~20% quarter-over-quarter gain, and pointed to potential label expansions and geographic growth following a Saudi FDA approval and positive NSCLC data. The stock remains volatile, a hallmark of healthcare equities.

Nokia Rises After Morgan Stanley Upgrades to Overweight on AI and Cloud Growth

January 15, 2026, 7:02 PM EST.Nokia rose 3.93% to $6.61 after Morgan Stanley upgraded the stock to overweight (a Wall Street term meaning the stock is expected to outperform peers), signaling the shares may lead gains among peers. The firm also put Nokia on its 2026 Top Picks list. Volume ran about 49.9 million shares, above the three-month average of 43.5 million. The company, which sells mobile, fixed and cloud networking gear, has broadened beyond telecom operators and completed a $2.3 billion acquisition of Infinera to bolster its optical networking business. Morgan Stanley cites AI and cloud/data-center spending as growth drivers and says the segment now accounts for roughly 6% of sales, with annual growth near 16% through 2028. Nokia's market cap is about $35 billion; broader markets edged higher on Thursday.

Gold Royalty (GROY) fair value US$5.11 amid momentum; risks to watch

January 15, 2026, 7:01 PM EST. Gold Royalty (GROY) has drawn fresh attention after volatile moves, with a 30-day price return of 20.64% and 90-day gain of 40.69%, contributing to a 1-year total shareholder return of 309.17% and 3-year return of 103.28%. The stock trades at US$4.91, roughly 10% below a narrative fair value of US$5.11, leaving investors to weigh momentum against the outlook. The bullish case points to multiple long-life mines in the portfolio (Côté, Borborema, Vareš) nearing or at production, supporting multi-year revenue growth and higher EBITDA for royalty revenues. The bear case flags potential cash-flow pressures from production setbacks or ongoing share issuance. A 7.77% discount rate under the base case yields the US$5.11 fair value. Risks and sensitivities can be stress-tested by readers.

Asana valuation in focus after price weakness; fair value $15.92

January 15, 2026, 6:48 PM EST. Asana shares have faced pressure, with negative returns over month and three months. One-year total shareholder return declined 41.96%, underscoring a loss of momentum as growth expectations recalibrate. At a last close of $11.51, the stock trades at a discount to a narrative fair value of about $15.92, suggesting an undervalued setup relative to the assumptions. The analysis points to product innovations-AI Studio Plus self-serve, Smart Workflow Gallery, and add-ons for compliance, permissions, time sheets and budgeting-driving higher net dollar retention (NDR) and greater customer lifetime value (LTV). The fair value case rests on a growth runway, higher profitability, and a premium P/E, underpinning the call that Asana is undervalued. Risks include competition from large players and weaker renewal trends that could dampen recurring revenue and margins. Readers can explore three rewards and two warning signs highlighted in the analysis.

Aurora Innovation Valuation Looks Wide Open After Rebound; DCF Signals Big Upside

January 15, 2026, 6:47 PM EST. Aurora Innovation (AUR) has rebounded, trading near $4.57-$4.62 after a mixed stretch. In the last month the stock rose about 11%, while the 3-month period fell ~11% and the 1-year total shareholder return sits about a 30.76% loss despite an 18.09% year-to-date gain. At current levels, the stock trades on a P/B of 3.9x, below a peer group average of 15.1x but above the wider US Software industry average of 3.4x, signaling mixed valuation signals. Our DCF model yields a fair value of about $32.08 vs the price near $4.62, a sizable gap that the P/B alone does not fully explain. The caveat: Aurora remains loss-making and early-stage; setbacks in Aurora Driver or funding could challenge the narrative.

Truecaller's expanding treasury stake, buybacks reshape capital allocation

January 15, 2026, 6:46 PM EST. Truecaller padded its capital returns in January 2026 by buybacks of 1.6 million Series B shares, lifting total program repurchases to 8.6 million and pushing treasury shares to just over 5% of capital, with more than SEK1.30 billion spent since 2022. The expanded treasury stake tightens the free float, signaling management's confidence in the long run. The near-term driver remains programmatic ads, though the company ties in the new Family Protection feature to strengthen subscription and security use cases. This could gradually rebalance mix away from ads, though FX and India-revenue concentration risk remain material. Management's 2028 targets imply SEK3.5 billion revenue and SEK1.1 billion earnings, supported by assumed 20.2% yearly top-line growth and a SEK612 million earnings boost. Investors should assess a wide range of fair value estimates.

Emera (EMA) valuation after five-year rally: DDM signals undervaluation

January 15, 2026, 6:45 PM EST. Emera trades at CA$67.91, after a five-year run in which the stock rose about 64.7% and posted 33.2% gains over the last year. The group is viewed as a Canadian utilities proxy, with investors weighing valuation against peers using metrics such as P/E and dividend yield. Simply Wall St assigns Emera a 5/6 on its valuation checklist. On the Dividend Discount Model front, a current annual dividend per share of CA$2.98, ROE of 8.11%, and a 62.22% payout generate an intrinsic value of about CA$88.59, implying the stock trades about 23.3% below that estimate – hence undervalued. The P/E stands at 18.64x, near the peer average. For long-term investors, the case rests on stability, cash flows, and how Emera compares to utility peers.

Atlassian Looks Undervalued After Year-Long Slide; DCF Fair Value Near $247 vs $128 Price

January 15, 2026, 6:44 PM EST. Atlassian trades around $128.45 after a roughly 49% drop in the past year. Shorter windows are choppy: 7 days down about 14%, 30 days down about 19.5%, and year-to-date roughly -17%. Simply Wall St assigns a 4/6 on its valuation framework. The analysis uses a DCF model: last twelve months' free cash flow about $1.47 billion; forecasts to 2030 project around $3.20 billion, with five-year extensions by the source. The DCF fair value arrives at about $246.87 per share, implying a roughly 48% discount to the current price. Result: UNDERVALUED. The piece also notes P/S as a useful gauge when earnings aren't the main driver, and that sentiment for high-growth software can shape multiples.

Toll Brothers valuation mixed after rally; DCF signals overvaluation

January 15, 2026, 6:43 PM EST. Prices closed at US$149.04, with fresh gains over the past week and month, and solid returns over one year. Investors weighing whether the rally is justified. A Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model using a 2-stage approach yields a fair value of about US$127.87 per share, implying the market price is roughly 16.6% above intrinsic value. The stock trades at a P/E of 10.52x, below the Consumer Durables industry average of 11.67x and far under the peer group average of 20.68x, suggesting cheaper current earnings relative to peers. Our valuation framework gives Toll Brothers a 3 out of 6 score. All told, the stock looks modestly overvalued on a DCF basis, though other metrics present a more nuanced picture amid a housing market backdrop.

ASX set to fall as oil retraces; James Hardie to close two U.S. plants

January 15, 2026, 6:42 PM EST. Australian shares are set to fall on Friday as oil prices retreat after comments by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting a lower likelihood of action in Iran, with higher U.S. inventories and Venezuela resuming exports adding pressure. Overnight, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each rose 0.3%, while the Dow gained 0.6%. Investors are eyeing Australia's upcoming labour force report due Jan. 22. In corporate news, James Hardie Industries will close its Fontana, California, and Summerville, South Carolina, plants within 60 days, with operations absorbed by other facilities. Qube Holdings said Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) extended the exclusivity period for its indicative acquisition proposal. The ASX 200 closed up 0.5% at 8,861.70 on Thursday.

Ameriprise Financial (AMP) undervalued after price consolidation; intrinsic value around $841 vs $507 share price

January 15, 2026, 6:30 PM EST. Ameriprise Financial trades around $507.46, with 7-day gains of 1.9% and 30-day gains of 3.2%. The near term looks softer, but the longer view remains constructive. The Excess Returns model values the stock at about $841.26 per share, implying a roughly 39.7% discount to the current price and an undervalued read. The model starts from a Book Value of $69.31 and a Stable Book Value of $95.81, with Stable EPS of $45.14 and ROE near 47%. Those inputs drive an elevated estimate of intrinsic value. Investors should monitor earnings growth and capital allocation as the headline metrics point to a valuation gap, even as sector dynamics on fees and advisory services shape sentiment.

Lloyds Banking Group Valuation Check After Momentum

January 15, 2026, 6:29 PM EST. Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) has seen momentum, with 1-month returns of 7.56% and 3-month of 23.97%, alongside a very large 5-year total shareholder return. The stock trades with an estimated intrinsic discount of around 39.17%, prompting debate over whether a value gap exists or if pricing includes future growth. The analyst narrative pegs fair value at £0.96 vs £1.02 close, while a DCF model points to £1.68 – a 39.2% upside. Risks include UK economic weakness affecting credit quality and potential margin pressure from digital rivals. Positive drivers cited: cost discipline, AI/data analytics, and cross-division growth in bancassurance and fee-earning businesses. Readers are encouraged to review the full narrative to understand assumptions behind the forecast.

Small-cap rally leads markets as chips rally and silver hits record near $93

January 15, 2026, 6:28 PM EST. Small-cap shares led gains as the market pushed into a risk-on phase. The Russell 2000 broke from its flat line and set an up trend, with mid caps (S&P 400) following. Micro caps rose to new records, and the IWC ETF logged its 10th straight up day, signaling that smaller equities are outperforming large-caps. In chips, Taiwan's exposure kept sentiment buoyant, with semis rallying and a strong year-to-date skew: SanDisk up about 72%, Applied Materials up 43%, Intel 30%, while Nvidia hovered near break-even and Broadcom lagged. Silver jumped to a record near $93 per ounce, supporting a shrinking gold-silver ratio to about 51 from above 100 several months earlier. Traders like Kenny Glick weighed in on silver's move.

TSMC's record quarter lifts US stocks; AI outlook steadies AI bubble fears

January 15, 2026, 6:27 PM EST. TSMC's record quarter boosted major U.S. equity indexes, snapping a tech slump. The S&P 500 rose 0.26%, the Nasdaq 0.25% and the Dow gained 0.60% as chipmakers led gains. In focus: TSMC (+4.55%), along with AMD and Micron Technology, helped lift sentiment. Asset manager BlackRock jumped after a quarterly beat and a 10% dividend hike. TSMC reported a 35% rise in Q4 net earnings, beat estimates, and lifted its long-term outlook, signaling another breakout year for AI (artificial intelligence) in 2026 and easing fears of an AI bubble. Nvidia also rose on chip optimism. Banks joined the bounce, with Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs posting solid growth and BlackRock's asset base tallying a record. Investors weigh macro tensions and demand for semis ahead of earnings season.

Intuit slides after pullback; DCF points to undervaluation amid AI partnership hopes

January 15, 2026, 6:26 PM EST. Intuit's shares closed at $554.58, down 15% in the last week, 17.1% over 30 days, and 11.9% year-to-date. The 1-year return is -8.1%, with 3- and 5-year gains of 49.4% and 49.9%. The report weighs the breadth of its platform against the price and notes ongoing product updates and ecosystem expansions. An internal valuation score is 5/6. The piece walks through standard methods, starting with a DCF analysis using a two-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity model. TTM FCF is about $6.3 billion; a ten-year forecast yields about $11.8 billion by 2030, implying an intrinsic value around $760.75 per share, about 27% higher than the current price. The P/E approach is also examined amid AI partnership hopes.

Chip-demand optimism lifts U.S. stocks as TSMC signals AI growth

January 15, 2026, 6:25 PM EST. U.S. stocks closed higher on Thursday as a rally in chip makers offset hawkish Fed signals. The S&P 500 rose 0.26%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.60%, and the Nasdaq 100 added 0.32%. March futures for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 extended gains. TSMC revived AI-demand optimism, boosting its 2026 capex forecast to $52-56 billion from $40.9 billion. Economic data supported risk appetite: weekly jobless claims fell to a six-week low, while the Empire State and Philadelphia Fed surveys rose more than expected. WTI crude fell, while yields rose, with the 10-year yield around 4.16% as Fed commentary kept policy in focus.

Dollar climbs to six-week high on strong US data and hawkish Fed rhetoric

January 15, 2026, 6:10 PM EST. The dollar index rose to a six-week high, finishing about +0.26%. Strong US data supported demand for the currency. Weekly initial unemployment claims fell 9,000 to 198,000, while the Empire State manufacturing index rose to 7.7 and the Philadelphia Fed business outlook to 12.6. Hawks among the Fed, Raphael Bostic and Jeff Schmid, signaled policy must stay restrictive. President Trump said he has no plans to fire Powell, a stance markets view as supportive of a hawkish tilt. Markets price roughly 5% for a -25 bp cut at the Jan 27-28 FOMC meeting. On the euro side, EUR/USD slipped to a six-week low as Eurozone industrial production rose 0.7% in November, keeping the euro under pressure.

Nvidia advances on AI demand as data center growth optimism lifts stock

January 15, 2026, 6:09 PM EST. Shares of Nvidia rose on renewed bets on AI (artificial intelligence) demand and data center growth, closing around $187 and rising about 2%. Volume totaled roughly 8.3 million shares, above the three-month average. The broader market edged higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq up about 0.3%. Within semiconductors, AMD and Intel posted mixed moves. Investors remain cautious on AI-driven spending, but news from TSMC – profit up 35% in Q4 and capex (capital expenditures) rising more than 30% to about $56 billion – signals a long runway for AI chip demand. Nvidia's shares have gained under 4% in the past three months, underscoring ongoing questions about the durability of the AI cycle.

Burlington Stores rally vs. DCF fair value signals overvaluation

January 15, 2026, 5:58 PM EST. Burlington Stores closed near $303.36 after a 12.6% 30-day gain. YTD +1.7%, 1-year +6.3%, 3-year +33.9%, 5-year +19.6%. Simply Wall St scores valuation at 0/6. A two-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity (DCF) model shows last-twelve-months FCF of $2.25 million and an intrinsic value around $123.60 per share, implying the stock is roughly 145% above fair value. The stock trades at a P/E of 33.65x. The analysis notes Burlington's off-price model and competitive pressures, framing the gap between price and intrinsic value as a red flag for value-focused investors.

TeleChoice International's ROE supports recent rally; growth and payout in focus

January 15, 2026, 5:56 PM EST. TeleChoice International's stock (SGX:T41) has climbed about 10% in three months, prompting a closer look at its financials. The company posted a trailing twelve-month ROE of 20% (calculated as net profit from continuing operations divided by shareholders' equity), indicating strong efficiency in turning equity into profit. The ROE outperformed the industry average of 8.6% and coincided with five-year earnings growth of about 8.8%, higher than the industry's 0.3% over the same period. The three-year median payout ratio is 7.6%, implying roughly 92% of income is retained for growth. Investors should also consider the stock's P/E relative to peers. The report underscores how ROE and retention drive growth, but leaves questions about valuation and future earnings trajectory.

Capital One trims CrowdStrike target to $590; ~29% upside implied

January 15, 2026, 5:55 PM EST. Capital One Financial trimmed its CrowdStrike price objective to $590 from $600, keeping an overweight rating and implying roughly 29.7% upside from a $455 share price. Midday trading showed 2.82M shares changing hands, near the 2.83M average. The note follows a chorus of other analysts: HSBC lifted to $446 (Hold); Rosenblatt kept Buy with a $630 target; Susquehanna to $600 (positive); Citizens JMP (Market Outperform; $500); Loop Capital ($550). MarketBeat shows a Moderate Buy consensus and about $555 average target. The stock carries a P/E of -361.11, a beta near 1.03, and a 52-week range of $298-$566.90. On Dec. 2, CrowdStrike posted EPS of 0.96 on $1.23B revenue; FY2026 guide 3.70-3.72.

Nova, Seagate, Kulicke and Soffa, MACOM, and Vishay Jump After TSMC Results Fuel AI Hardware Rally

January 15, 2026, 5:54 PM EST. TSMC beat estimates with record Q4 revenue, driven by demand for AI (artificial intelligence) chips, signaling a durable AI-driven upcycle for semiconductors and ongoing capital spending. The positive print rippled through the sector, lifting peers such as ASML, Nvidia and AMD as investors priced in tighter supply for AI infrastructure. Among the affected names, Nova stands out for volatility: the stock has logged 37 moves of 5% or more over the past year, and today's session suggests the move is meaningful but unlikely to change the longer-term view. Nova is up about 25.3% year-to-date at $435.13, a new 52-week high. Five years ago, $1,000 invested would be worth about $5,567. The broader market tilted risk-on, with semis anchoring gains on AI optimism.

Ralph Lauren Valuation: Fair value around $369 amid P/E premium and near-term softness

January 15, 2026, 5:48 PM EST. Ralph Lauren trades near $362.86 after modest near-term softness, but longer-run momentum remains positive. The stock posted a 1-month return of 2.38%, a 90-day gain of 12.28%, and a 1-year total shareholder return of 55.22%. A fair value analysis puts the objective around $369.46, indicating the shares are undervalued by about 1.8%. A P/E multiple of 25.8x sits above the US luxury index at 21.1x and the fair ratio of 18.6x, suggesting a premium priced into brand momentum. Street research has been broadly positive, lifting price targets into the mid-to-high $300s with one in the low $400s, reflecting confidence in brand momentum, margins, and a multi-year outlook. Risks include a potential Europe slowdown and the impact of higher prices or tariffs on demand and margins.

Canada's Titanium Transportation to go private in all-cash deal at 41% premium

January 15, 2026, 5:45 PM EST. Canada's Titanium Transportation Group is moving to go private in an all-cash offer of CAD 2.22 per share, a 41% premium to the prior-day close of CAD 1.58 and roughly 42% above the 20-day VWAP. Titanium Transportation (TTNM.TO) will be taken private by TTNM Management Acquisition Co. Ltd. and Trunkeast Investments Canada. Trunkeast is a significant shareholder; together with other Rolling Shareholders-who will retain their stake-the buyers will acquire all outstanding shares. The deal values the company above near-term trading; the stock ended the session near CAD 2.19, up about 38.6% on the day. Titanium reports more than 850 power units, 3,000 trailers, 10 terminals, and mostly contracted revenue. Nine-month revenue CAD 356.2 million (about USD 256.3 million).

ChartWatch ASX Scans: 4DMedical, ANZ, Droneshield lead uptrends; live analysis and trend lists

January 15, 2026, 5:40 PM EST. ChartWatch Daily ASX scans apply a trend-following method to identify the best uptrends and downtrends on the ASX. The series includes live analysis videos and guidance on using Uptrends, Downtrends, and Feature Chart lists. Viewers can export tables to TradingView-friendly lists to move quickly between charts. The Uptrends Scan List features names such as 4D Medical (4DX), ANZ Group Holdings (ANZ), Droneshield (DRO), South32 (S32) and others, with notable moves like 4DX up 113.7%, DRO up 96.2% and S32 up 16.3%. Entries reappear if criteria are met; there are no automated alerts, so investors must research trend changes. The coverage shows how trend data can guide decisions, while warnings about overreliance remain.

Grab slides as AI logistics investment fails to offset share-price weakness

January 15, 2026, 5:38 PM EST. Grab shares closed at $4.39, down 5.18% on Thursday after 111 million shares traded, about 133% above the three-month average of 48.4 million. The day range was $4.33 to $4.63, giving it a $19 billion market cap and a 52-week band of $3.36 to $6.62. The drop comes as investors weigh AI-driven logistics bets against unclear long-term profitability and value. Grab announced the acquisition of Infermove, a Chinese AI robotics firm, to lift first- and last-mile delivery efficiency; margins may compress near term but could improve over time. The stock remains down more than 60% from its IPO in 2020. In the broader market, the S&P 500 rose 0.26% to 6,945 and the Nasdaq gained 0.25% to 23,530; Uber closed at $84.38, down 0.32%, and Lyft at $18.88, down 0.21%.

Voya Equity Closed-End Funds Declare February 2026 Distributions

January 15, 2026, 5:34 PM EST. Voya Investment Management, the asset-management arm of Voya Financial (NYSE: VOYA), announced February distributions for five closed-end funds. The funds are Voya Global Advantage and Premium Opportunity Fund (IGA); Voya Global Equity Dividend and Premium Opportunity Fund (IGD); Voya Infrastructure, Industrials and Materials Fund (IDE); Voya Asia Pacific High Dividend Equity Income Fund (IAE); and Voya Emerging Markets High Dividend Equity Fund (IHD). Distributions per share are: IGA 0.085; IGD 0.050; IDE 0.100; IAE 0.065; IHD 0.055. Distributions will be paid on February 17, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 2, 2026; the ex-dividend date is February 2, 2026.

Two AI stocks to buy instead of CoreWeave

January 15, 2026, 5:33 PM EST. CoreWeave, the AI-focused data-center builder, has rallied on GPU demand. TTM revenue is around $4.3 billion, but analysts see $12 billion this year and $19.2 billion next. The catch: it burns cash and takes on more debt to fund capex, with over $18 billion in debt since July 2024 and more than $8 billion in free cash flow burned in the past year. The share count is up about 7.3% since the IPO, and cash generation remains thin. By contrast, Alphabet offers a safer AI proxy, with Google, YouTube, and Google Cloud driving about $385 billion in revenue and $73 billion in free cash flow. Alphabet uses user data to power Gemini and other AI initiatives, supporting earnings as AI investments expand.

Oshkosh (OSK) remains attractive after 63% one-year surge, valuation checks indicate undervaluation

January 15, 2026, 5:28 PM EST. Oshkosh Corp (OSK) closed at $150.77, with a 63.2% return over the past year and solid gains over 3- and 5-year horizons. Recent headlines have highlighted its role in the capital-goods space and demand for large-scale equipment contracts, helping keep the stock in focus. Our valuation check scores Oshkosh 5 out of 6. The piece then lays out two value lenses. Approach 1, a DCF analysis using a 2-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity model, starts from about $683.4 million in trailing FCF and yields an intrinsic value near $241.87 per share, implying roughly a 37.7% discount to the price and labeling the stock undervalued on cash flow. Approach 2, the P/E angle, weighs earnings against the price to gauge relative value.

Performance Food Group Q3 CY2025: Revenue Beats, Mixed Guidance, EPS Miss

January 15, 2026, 5:22 PM EST. Performance Food Group reported Q3 CY2025 results with revenue of $17.08 billion, up 10.8% YoY and above the $16.87 billion consensus by about 1.2%. The midpoint of full-year revenue guidance is $68 billion, about 1.1% above estimates. Non-GAAP EPS was $1.18, 2.3% below expectations. Adjusted EBITDA came in at $480.1 million, versus $478.3 million street view, with a roughly 2.8% margin. The year's EBITDA guidance midpoint is $1.95 billion, below calls for $1.98 billion. Operating margin stood at 1.3%. Free cash flow was -$223.2 million, vs -$42 million a year ago. The network covers 155 distribution centers and 300,000+ customers, with 250,000+ products. Long-term growth has slowed: five-year revenue growth near 20.2% annually, two-year pace about 6.3%, and units sold up about 5.8% YoY.

Sysco Q3 CY2025 in line with expectations; revenue and EPS beat; EBITDA miss

January 15, 2026, 5:20 PM EST. Sysco (NYSE:SYY) reported Q3 CY2025 revenue of $21.15 billion, in line with analysts' $21.07 billion estimate, up 3.2% year over year. Adjusted EPS came in at $1.15, beating consensus by 2.6%. Adjusted EBITDA was $1.07 billion vs $1.11 billion expected (5.1% margin, 3.8% miss). Operating margin held at 3.8% vs year ago. Free cash flow was -$74 million, versus -$69 million a year earlier. Sales volumes were flat; two-year units sold averaged +1.4% YoY, suggesting price increases supported top-line growth. Looking ahead, analysts project about 4.1% revenue growth over the next 12 months, a cautious outlook. Sysco serves 730,000 kitchens globally.

Forestar Group Q3 CY2025 Beats Revenue and EPS Estimates; Margin Mixed

January 15, 2026, 5:10 PM EST. Forestar Group reported Q3 CY2025 results that beat expectations. Revenue rose 21.6% year over year to $670.5 million, topping estimates of $552.7 million. Adjusted EPS of $1.70 beat consensus by 34.9%. Adjusted EBITDA reached $112.4 million, with a 16.8% margin and a 31.8% beat versus estimates. Operating margin declined to 16.6% from 18.9% a year earlier. Free cash flow margin climbed to 38.1% from 21.5%. The company sold 4,891 lots in the quarter, and two-year annualized lot sales growth averaged about 2.8%; the sales growth outpaced volume, suggesting price gains. Forestar is a majority-owned subsidiary of D.R. Horton, focused on land development for single-family homes. Looking ahead, sell-side estimates imply flat revenue over the next 12 months. Market commentary remains cautious.

Oil falls as US-Iran tensions ease; dollar rally weighs on demand

January 15, 2026, 5:08 PM EST. Crude prices fell on Thursday as tensions with Iran eased after President Trump signaled a delay in any attack, following Iran's pledge not to execute protesters. February WTI settled down 4.56% and February RBOB slid 2.55%. A firmer dollar index weighed on energy, while the EIA inventory report showed higher crude and gasoline stocks. Iran, a large producer, could face output disruptions if protests worsen or sanctions tighten. Separately, drone attacks reduced shipments from the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal, keeping supply concerns alive. Chinese demand remains supportive, with December imports seen rising to a record around 12.2 million bpd. OPEC+ plans to pause production hikes in Q1 2026 amid a global surplus forecast by the IEA.

Nat-Gas recovers on forecasts for below-normal US temps; EIA weekly draw undershoots

January 15, 2026, 5:07 PM EST. Feb natural gas closed up 0.26%, recovering from a 3-month low as forecasts for below-normal US weather could lift heating demand and trigger short covering. Atmospheric G2 projected colder conditions across central and eastern US for Jan 20-24. The EIA reported a -71 bcf weekly draw for the week ended Jan 9, smaller than expectations and well below the 5-year average. LNG feedgas to Corpus Christi and Freeport remained below normal due to outages, limiting demand growth and allowing storage to build. US Lower-48 electricity output fell 13.15% YoY to 79,189 GWh for the week to Jan 10. The EIA cut its 2026 dry gas production forecast to 107.4 bcf/d from 109.11. Output remains near record highs at 112.0 bcf/d; LNG net flows 17.9 bcf/d; Europe gas storage 52% full vs 68% avg.

Verbrec shares jump 28% in 30 days; P/E questions linger as earnings slip

January 15, 2026, 4:55 PM EST. Verbrec Limited [ASX:VBC] has extended a recent rally, rising about 28% in the past 30 days and 58% over the year. The stock trades on a P/E (price-earnings) ratio of about 16.7x, below many Australian peers, though earnings have declined. Last year, EPS fell 29%, erasing most of three-year gains; the company's earnings trajectory remains uncertain. Lookahead expectations show one analyst forecasting about 42% annual earnings growth over the next three years, versus roughly 17% for the broader market, a contrast that helps explain the subdued multiple. Investors appear to be pricing in earnings instability, with the stock's P/E still lagging despite a positive price run. Caution remains warranted until visibility on near-term profitability improves.

Subsea 7 (OB:SUBC) appears undervalued after multi-year rally, DCF view

January 15, 2026, 4:53 PM EST. Subsea 7 shares closed at NOK 221.00, up 5.5% in 7 days, 14.2% in 30 days, 6.2% YTD and 20.6% over 1 year. Three- and five-year returns of 107.2% and 225.4% frame a lengthy rally. The backdrop is steady demand for subsea engineering and offshore energy contracts. The stock scores 2/6 on our valuation checks, flagging some issues but not a full call for action. A DCF (discounted cash flow) model pegs intrinsic value at NOK 717.14, about 69.2% above the current price, implying the stock is undervalued on this view. The model uses a latest twelve-month free cash flow (FCF) of US$722.4 million, with a long-horizon projection to US$1.01 billion in 2035.

Planet Fitness slips into oversold territory as PLNT RSI hits 29.7

January 15, 2026, 4:52 PM EST. Planet Fitness Inc. (PLNT) moved into oversold territory on Thursday as the stock's Relative Strength Index (RSI) fell to 29.7. The intraday low traded near $99.17, with the last price around $99.09. A RSI under 30 is commonly seen as a signal of momentum exhaustion, though not a buy or sell recommendation. By comparison, the SPY RSI stood at 56.6. PLNT's 52-week range runs from $87.72 to $114.47. Buffett's adage to be fearful when others are greedy frames the context for this pullback, while traders weigh whether a rebound could follow the recent selling pressure.

Pegasystems PEGA Shares Dip as They Cross Below 200-Day Moving Average

January 15, 2026, 4:51 PM EST. Pegasystems Inc (PEGA) slid in Thursday trading after crossing below its 200-day moving average of $53.22, hitting as low as $52.88. The stock was down about 5.6% on the day. The 52-week range runs from $29.835 to $68.10; the last trade was $53.00.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals slips below its 200-day moving average

January 15, 2026, 4:50 PM EST. Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (VRTX) slipped below its 200-day moving average of $437.70, briefly trading as low as $436.69. The stock was down about 2.4% on the session. The 52-week range spans $362.50 to $519.68, with the last trade at $438.92. The DMA data are from TechnicalAnalysisChannel.com.

MIXI (TSE:2121) valuation signals: DCF shows modest undervaluation

January 15, 2026, 4:41 PM EST. Tokyo-listed MIXI (TSE:2121) trades at ¥2,782, down 1.6% over the year, with 7-day and 30-day gains of 0.4% and 2.5% respectively. The stock carries a valuation score of 4 out of 6, suggesting pockets of value. A 2-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity DCF model pegs intrinsic value near ¥3,113 per share, about 10.6% above the current price, implying the shares are modestly undervalued. The latest twelve-month free cash flow runs around ¥9.346 billion, with projections to ¥12.9b in 2026 and ¥19.13b in 2027; longer-dated figures are extrapolated by the source. A quick P/E check links earnings to price, though growth expectations and risk shape the multiple. Three- and five-year returns show stronger gains, while the year-long lag persists versus peers.

EVEX crosses above 200-day moving average

January 15, 2026, 4:40 PM EST.Eve Holding Inc (EVEX) moved above its 200-day moving average of $4.72 on Monday, trading as high as $4.92. The stock was up about 6.2% for the session. The 200-day moving average is a long-term trend gauge, reflecting the average closing price over roughly six months; a cross above it can signal bullish momentum. At last check, EVEX traded around $4.83. The 52-week range spans $2.61 to $7.6989, underscoring volatility in the period. The move comes as investors compare the year-long performance to the moving average, with the chart showing EVEX's path over the past year against the benchmark.

Limited Rain Chances in Brazil Boost Coffee Prices

January 15, 2026, 4:39 PM EST. March arabica KCH26 (Arabica futures for March 2026) closed up 0.59% and March ICE RMH26 (Robusta futures for March 2026) up 1.21%, as prices firm after forecasts trimmed rain in Brazil's coffee belts next week. Minas Gerais, Brazil's top arabica region, received 26.5 mm in the week to Jan 9, about 29% of the historical average, according to Somar Meteorologia. ICE arabica inventories eased from a 1.75-year low to a 2.5-month high last week; robusta stocks rose after earlier dips. Conab lifted Brazil's 2025 production estimate 2.4% to 56.54 million bags. Vietnam's exports jumped 17.5% y/y to 1.58 MMT, with 2025/26 output seen up ~6% to 1.76 MMT. Vicofa projects 2025/26 output up 10% if weather stays favorable. ICO exports fell 0.3% to 138.658 million bags; USDA FAS projects world production up 2.0% to 178.848 million bags, with arabica down 4.7% and robusta up 10.9%.

Weak Demand Pushes Cocoa Prices Lower as Ivory Coast Harvest Hopes Grow

January 15, 2026, 4:38 PM EST. March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26) closed down 2.44%, while March ICE London cocoa (CAH26) fell 2.30%, as prices hit a near two-year low. The slide reflects weak global demand, with European cocoa grindings down 8.3% y/y to 304,470 MT-the Q4 low and well below expectations. Asian Q4 grindings are seen down about 12% to a 10-year low; North American grindings expected to rise slightly. West Africa offers limited support: favorable growing conditions in Ivory Coast and Ghana raise harvest expectations, and Mondelez cites a pod count 7% above the five-year average. Ivory Coast shipments to ports for Oct 1-Jan 11 fell 2.6% y/y to 1.13 MMT. ICCO trimmed 2024/25 surplus to 49,000 MT and cut 2025/26 to 250,000 MT; the EU deforestation law (EUDR) delay keeps supplies ample.

Sugar Prices Fall as India's Output Rises; Global Surplus Outlook Weighs on Markets

January 15, 2026, 4:37 PM EST. Sugar futures closed lower on Thursday as supply expectations weigh on prices. NY March sugar fell to a one-month low, while London March white sugar hit a two-month low. The decline comes as India's 2025-26 output rose 21% year-on-year to about 15.9 million metric tons through January 15, per the National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories. Brazil posted higher Center-South production, up 0.9% to 40.158 MMT through mid-December, per Unica, and the cane-crushed ratio rose to 50.91% in 2025/26. Analysts see a global surplus expanding; Covrig Analytics lifted its 2025/26 surplus to 4.7 MMT and Czarnikow to 8.7 MMT. For 2026/27, Covrig forecasts a smaller surplus of about 1.4 MMT. ISMA lifted India's 2025/26 production to 31 MMT, signaling room for exports; ISO pegs 2025/26 world production at 181.8 MMT, up 3.2%.

Trane Technologies valuation under scrutiny after rally; DCF signals overvaluation

January 15, 2026, 4:25 PM EST. Trane Technologies (TT) trades near $385.84 after a 2.5% weekly gain. Short-run momentum contrasts with longer-term strength: 1-year return around 1%, 3-year gain about 130%, and 5-year roughly 165%. A 3/6 valuation score frames a cautious view. A DCF (discounted cash flow) model, built on a two-stage free cash flow-to-equity approach, yields a fair value around $314.48 per share, implying roughly a 22.7% overvaluation versus the current price. The latest twelve-month free cash flow is about $2.56 billion, with projections rising into the low-to-mid $4 billion range and about $5.57 billion by 2035. The analysis places Trane amid discussions of building efficiency and climate-control peers, while noting that a simple P/E ratio remains a rough earnings gauge.

Pure Storage shares rise after Needham conference on flash storage and AI-driven demand

January 15, 2026, 4:24 PM EST. Pure Storage (NYSE:PSTG) rose 3.7% after outlining growth drivers at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference. The company stressed ongoing flash-storage innovation, with a focus on subscription models and the Enterprise Data Cloud strategy. Management said rising NAND prices and stronger AI workloads are lifting revenue and shipments, aided by new products and partnerships expanding market reach. After an initial surge, shares traded at $72.23, up 2.3% on the session. PSTG remains volatile, with more than 28 moves exceeding 5% in the past year, suggesting today's move is meaningful but not a fundamental shift in sentiment. Year-to-date the stock is up 4.7%, about 26.8% below its 52-week high of $98.70 hit in October 2025. A prior 8.3% jump reflected new partnerships enhancing data-security and management capabilities.

Compass shares advance as Barclays lifts price target to $15; 851 agents added, EBITDA up 37%

January 15, 2026, 4:23 PM EST. Barclays analyst Bouley raised the price target to $15 from $13 and kept an Overweight rating on COMP. Compass added 851 agents in the latest quarter; EBITDA rose 37% as GTV grew 23% year over year (YoY). Shares briefly touched $12.60 intraday, up about 2%. Compass's shares have shown volatility, with more than 22 moves greater than 5% in the past year. Six days earlier, Compass closed its all-stock acquisition of Anywhere Real Estate, forming Compass International Holdings led by founder Robert Reffkin. Alongside the merger, Compass issued $1.0 billion in Convertible Senior Notes to repay debt and fund merger costs. Year-to-date, COMP is up about 20%, trading near a 52-week high of $12.84. Since its IPO in March 2021, a $1,000 investment would be worth about $625.06 today.

Wix shares slide after Morgan Stanley trims target; tech sell-off weighs

January 15, 2026, 4:22 PM EST.Wix shares fell 4.7% after Morgan Stanley cut its price target to $160 from $181, while keeping an Overweight rating. The move came as a broader technology sector sell-off pressured the Nasdaq 100 and the S&P 500. Wix has been volatile, with more than 5% moves on about 25 occasions in the past year. Year-to-date, Wix is down 16.4% and trades around $84.44, roughly 65.8% below its 52-week high of $246.76 reached in January 2025. The note frames today's decline as sentiment-driven rather than a fundamental reassessment of the business. Market context, including AI-chip headlines, continues to shape the stock's path.

Shake Shack stock climbs after Deutsche Bank upgrades to Buy with $105 target

January 15, 2026, 4:21 PM EST. Shake Shack shares jumped after Deutsche Bank upgraded the stock to Buy from Hold and set a $105 target, signaling a compelling catalyst path for the first half of 2026. The upgrade followed a quarterly revision in which Shake Shack cut its Q4 revenue guidance to $400.5 million, citing weather-driven weakness in the Northeast. The stock traded near $101 after a brief spike, and the move left the name trading with notable volatility; the firm has logged many 5%+ swings over the past year. Analysts say the growth outlook remains intact even as near-term results are uneven. Some uplift could come from policy and events like the Tax Bill and the World Cup, though 2025 was tough. Year-to-date, SHAK is up, yet still well below its 52-week high.

Cabot Breaks Above 200-Day Moving Average

January 15, 2026, 4:20 PM EST. Cabot Corp. (CBT) stock rose after trading above its 200-day moving average, a long-term trend indicator computed from the past 200 closing prices. The shares hit as high as $74.06 intraday Thursday, up about 1.5% on the session. The 200-day line sits near $73.59, acting as potential support or resistance depending on price action. Last trade was around $73.85, with the 52-week range at $58.33 to $92.89. Volume and other fundamentals were not provided. The move above the 200-day moving average suggests a bullish tilt in the near term, but investors should weigh volatility and other indicators before deciding.

Sonoco's pivot to metal packaging reinforces defensive compounder thesis

January 15, 2026, 4:09 PM EST. Sonoco is pivoting toward metal packaging after acquiring Ball Metalpack and Eviosys, aiming to become a top global metal can producer. The shift targets durable, highly predictable demand and scale advantages. Metal packaging benefits from non-discretionary food consumption, high barriers to entry, and contracts that include inflation pass-through tied to steel and aluminum costs. The result: steadier cash flows and less margin volatility than broader packaging peers. The company has paid dividends for almost a century, signaling conservative capital allocation and an owner-focused culture. With a stronger mix, inflation protection, and a proven track record of capital returns, Sonoco looks closer to a defensive compounder than a cyclical packaging play. The stock traded near $47.64 on Jan. 13, with trailing and forward P/E.

Vale S.A. Bull Case: LEAP Bet on Iron Ore, Copper and Nickel

January 15, 2026, 4:08 PM EST.Vale S.A. is the subject of a bullish thesis highlighted by OppCost on Substack. The stock traded around $14.11 on Jan. 13. Vale's trailing and forward P/E ratios sit at about 10.94 and 7.17, per Yahoo Finance. An institutional buyer bought 6,500 LEAP calls with a $17 strike expiring Jan. 15, 2027, paying $0.50 per contract ($325,000 total). The trade signals a high-conviction view on a material recovery over two years, with limited downside and meaningful upside if the stock revisits or exceeds the $16-$17 range during a commodity upcycle. Vale is the world's largest iron ore producer; S11D offsets costs, supporting profits and dividends even in weaker ore markets, while copper and nickel exposure could re-rate on tighter supply by 2027. Political risk, dam liabilities, and currency moves remain overhangs, with progress on settlements and a firmer Brazil real potentially boosting ADR returns.

Robinhood stock eyes $230 as revenue growth, crypto push and wealth-management expansion lift HOOD

January 15, 2026, 4:06 PM EST. Robinhood Markets (HOOD) is riding momentum in 2025, trading near $120 after rallying toward $230. The growth story centers on strong earnings momentum, a fast-growing user base and crypto exposure. Revenue has surged from about $280 million in 2019 to roughly $2.9 billion in 2024, a near 60% annual pace, with the last 12 months up 75% to $4.2 billion. Analysts project about 53% revenue growth in 2025, with growth slowing thereafter. Robinhood also cites expanding funded accounts (26.8 million) and platform assets (about $333 billion), which point to higher trading activity, interest income, and future advisory revenue. Bitstamp acquisition strengthens its global footprint. If profitability improves and regulatory tailwinds hold, a test of $230 or higher could be possible.

Robinhood Shares Climb 2.3% as Analysts Lift Targets; Insider Sells

January 15, 2026, 4:05 PM EST. Robinhood Markets Inc. (HOOD) stock rose 2.3% on Tuesday, trading up to $120.43 and closing near $120.24; volume was about 19.5 million, below the 20.8 million average. Analysts at CICC started coverage with an outperform rating and a $155 target; Loop Capital set $152; JMP Securities lifted to $170 with a market outperformance view; Cantor Fitzgerald cut to $152 with an overweight rating; KeyCorp moved to $155 with an overweight stance. MarketBeat shows a Moderate Buy consensus and a $136.62 average target. The company has a market cap near $108.1 billion, a P/E of 49.89 and a beta of 2.44. Q results: EPS $0.61 on revenue of $1.27 billion, beating estimates. Insider Daniel Gallagher Jr. sold 120,000 shares at $132.13 for about $15.86 million, leaving ~430,012 shares.

Energy and Services lag Thursday trading as APA, DVN weigh on XLE; Darden, Comcast slide

January 15, 2026, 4:03 PM EST. Midday trading shows the Energy sector down 0.3%. APA Corp (APA) fell 1.9% and DVN 1.7%. The XLE is off 0.5% on the day, but up 6.17% YTD. APA up 5.91% YTD; DVN up 8.59% YTD; the pair accounts for about 2.2% of XLE's holdings. The next laggard is Services; DRI down 7.7% and CMCSA down 3.2%. The IYC is flat today and up 10.43% YTD. DRI up 5.58% YTD; CMCSA down 13.75% YTD; DRI makes up about 0.3% of IYC holdings. Across sectors, seven are higher, one down, with Energy the sole loser at midday.

UNIONBANK.NS climbs in pre-market on heavy volume; eyes 180 as shares hit 52-week high

January 15, 2026, 3:54 PM EST. Union Bank of India, ticker UNIONBANK.NS, traded at INR 179.27 in the NSE pre-market on Jan 16, 2026, up 7.87% from the close as volume surged to 88.48 million, about 6.8x the 1-day average. The move follows earnings momentum and stronger retail loan growth. The day range is 164.80 to 180.69, with a 52-week high at 180.69. Valuation shows EPS 24.23, PE 7.40, PB 1.12, book value 159.44; DPS 4.75 and a roughly 2.65% dividend yield. Cash per share 183.19, debt-to-equity 0.56, ROE 16.24. Technicals: RSI 63.19, MACD histogram 1.09, ADX 22.01; 50-day avg 154.21, 200-day 141.65. Short-term support near 164.80; break above 180.69 could extend gains. Meyka AI: 75.91/B+, BUY; 1-year target 186.73. Sector: Financial Services; sector P/E 33.20; Union Bank P/E 7.40.

Wheat slips across U.S. futures as demand tepid ahead of tender

January 15, 2026, 3:53 PM EST. Wheat futures traded lower at midday across the three U.S. exchanges. Wheat futures on the Chicago SRW pit posted fractional losses; KC HRW and MPLS spring wheat were each down about 1-2 cents. Export sales for 2025/26 came in at 156,255 MT, at the low end of the 100,000-450,000 MT range; 2026/27 bookings were a net -26 MT versus estimates of 0-50,000 MT. A Saudi tender of 595,000 MT looms Friday; a South Korean importer bought 50,000 MT in an overnight tender. Expana raised its EU forecast to 128.6 MMT but cut exports to 28.8 MMT. Prices: CBOT Mar 26 at $5.12, May 26 at $5.23; KCBT Mar 26 at $5.20 3/4, May 26 at $5.32.

Soybeans rally on bean oil strength as EPA looks to finalize 2026 quotas

January 15, 2026, 3:52 PM EST. Soybeans rose Thursday on strength in bean oil, with nearby and deferred contracts firming and January deliveries rising as the market absorbed export data. The cash bean price ticked up to $9.84 1/2 per bushel, up 13 1/4 cents, while soymeal fell and bean oil jumped about 200 points. USDA-export sales totaled 435,000 MT for 2025/26 and 26/27, plus 110,000 MT unaccounted and 204,000 MT to China, lifting weekly total to 2.06 MMT-the largest in four weeks. NOPA December crush reached 224.991 million bushels. The EPA is expected to finalize 2026 renewable fuel quotas (RVOs) by early March with biodiesel at roughly 5.2-5.6 billion gallons, and Brazil's CONAB cut production to 176.12 MMT. Prices: Mar 26 soybeans $10.55 3/4; nearby cash $9.84 1/2; May $10.67 1/4; Jul $10.79 3/4.

Corn futures slip on export sales; Brazil production steady at 138.87 MMT

January 15, 2026, 3:51 PM EST. Corn futures edged lower on Thursday after export data. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price rose to $3.83 per bushel. The USDA reported private export sales totaling 500,302 MT during the period, including 260,000 MT to Japan. Export Sales data for 2025/26 showed 1.14 MMT sold through Jan. 8, near the top end of estimates and more than triple the prior week. Conab's January update keeps Brazil 2025/26 production at 138.87 MMT, essentially unchanged from December. Front-month figures: Mar 26 at $4.21 1/4, Nearby Cash at $3.83, May 26 at $4.28 3/4, Jul 26 at $4.35 1/4.

Cotton futures ease as oil and dollar slip; export sales rise to marketing-year high

January 15, 2026, 3:50 PM EST. Cotton futures ease Thursday, down 8-14 points at midday as crude oil slides and the U.S. dollar weakens. Export data show upland cotton sales of 339,724 running bales for the week to Jan 8, a marketing-year high and more than triple the prior week; shipments reached 156,104 bales, an 11-week high. The Seam's Jan 14 auction posted 59.07 cents per pound on 11,177 bales. The Cotlook A Index rose 5 points to 75.05 cents, and ICE certified stocks held at 11,029 bales. The Adjusted World Price was updated to 50.97 cents/lb, up 21 points week over week. Nearby: Mar 2026 at 64.85 (−14), May 2026 at 66.41 (−9), Jul 2026 at 67.83 (−8).

Lean Hog Futures Rally Extends Thursday as USDA Data Supports Prices

January 15, 2026, 3:49 PM EST. Lean hog futures extended gains Thursday, with front-month contracts up about $1.60 to $2.05. The CME Lean Hog Index on Jan. 13 fell 11 cents to $80.39, and the USDA did not publish a national base price due to light volume. The USDA reported Export Sales for the week of Jan. 8 at 26,826 MT and shipments of 40,672 MT. The pork carcass cutout value rose $1.96 to $93.25 per cwt, with the butt primal the only item lower. Estimated federally inspected hog slaughter for Wednesday was 495,000, lifting the weekly total to 1.481 million. Futures quotes penciled in: Feb 26 at $87.55, Apr 26 at $94.75, May 26 at $98.20.

Cattle Futures Rebound Thursday as Feeder Contracts Rally and Exports Improve

January 15, 2026, 3:48 PM EST.Live cattle futures edge higher Thursday, with gains of 7 cents to $1.35. Cash trade remains sparse, last week's price around $232-233 per cwt. The Fed Cattle Exchange showed no sales or bids on 974 head offered. Feeder cattle futures rise about $3-$4 per cwt on the session. The CME Feeder Cattle Index climbed 57 cents to $369.69 as of Jan. 13. Export data show beef bookings of 11,192 MT and shipments of 11,657 MT for the week of Jan. 8. USDA wholesale boxed beef prices rose; Choice boxes up $1.91 to $360.44, Select up $2.28 to $359.93, with the CHC/SEL spread narrowing to 88 cents. Slaughter to date week about 352,000 head, below last week and the year-ago period. Futures: Feb live 235.85, Apr 238.28, Jun 233.68; Feeder Mar 367.85, Apr 363.75, Jun 362.10.

Thursday Sector Leaders: Utilities Lead on Midday; Financials Follow

January 15, 2026, 3:33 PM EST. Midday Thursday, Utilities lead as NRG Energy (NRG) +1.2% and Vistra (VST) +1.1%. The XLU ETF is flat for the day and up 4.25% YTD; NRG is +10.73% YTD, Vistra -4.94% YTD. Combined, the two account for about 5.3% of XLU's holdings. The next-best sector, Financials, gains: Allstate (ALL) +2.8% and AJG +2.1%. The XLF ETF trades up 0.1% and 2.70% YTD; ALL +9.80% YTD, AJG +17.69% YTD, together ~1.9% of XLF. A trailing twelve-month chart follows. In the afternoon snapshot, none of the S&P 500 sectors are up; six are down. Sector changes: Utilities 0.0%, Financials 0.0%, Energy 0.0%, Services -0.1%, Healthcare -0.4%, Consumer -0.5%, Industrial -0.7%, Materials -0.7%, Technology & Communications -0.8%.

Belo Sun Mining shares slide 34.7% as volume surges; insiders buy

January 15, 2026, 3:32 PM EST. Belo Sun Mining Corp (TSE:BSX) shares fell 34.7% intraday on Thursday, trading as low as C$0.40 and closing near C$0.47 after a prior close of C$0.72. Volume totaled 4.66 million, about 406% above the 921,306-share average. The stock carries a market cap of roughly C$249.5 million and a P/E of -26.50. The company posted EPS of C$0.00 last quarter; analysts expect -0.01 this year. Liquidity metrics show a current ratio of 4.52 and a debt-to-equity of 0.01. The 50-day SMA is C$0.50 and the 200-day SMA C$0.37. Insider activity included 119,000 shares bought by La Mancha Capital on Nov 5 at C$0.32, boosting holdings to about 88.32 million shares; Yousriya Loza made a similar purchase. Insiders own about 3.08%.

GoGo AI Network Among 3 TSX Penny Stock Promises

January 15, 2026, 3:22 PM EST. Toronto – The TSX penny-stock landscape is showing selective interest into 2026, with GoGo AI Network Inc. highlighted by a small-cap screen. GoGo AI Network, formerly MedBright AI Investments, has a market cap of CA$17.98 million and revenue of CA$2.16 million from its Pharmaceuticals segment. It sits on a debt-free balance sheet and delivered an ROE of 44.8% last year, signaling profitability without dilution. However, high share-price volatility and limited short-term asset coverage pose risks. A leadership move, appointing Brandon Kou as President, could sharpen strategy for growth-stage tech bets. The screen also flags other TSX-listed names with mixed profiles, illustrating the range in the penny-stock universe. Investors should weigh liquidity, earnings quality, and governance before trading.

ASX Growth Stocks With High Insider Ownership Attract Investor Attention

January 15, 2026, 3:17 PM EST. ASX growth stocks with high insider ownership are drawing attention as Australia navigates a potential commodities cycle. A screen of 105 stocks shows insider ownership from 10% to 32% and earnings growth from 43.8% to 114.6%. Notable names include Wisr, Titomic, Sea Forest, Pure One, Pointerra, Newfield Resources, Emerald Resources, Echo IQ, BlinkLab and Adveritas, all with double-digit stakes and strong earnings forecasts. From Simply Wall St Growth Ratings: Guzman y Gomez Limited, with 14.6% insider ownership and 32.36% earnings growth forecast, trades at a discount to fair value. Santana Minerals, at 13.8% insider ownership, shows 50.2% revenue growth forecast and 100.97% earnings growth despite currently no revenue. The cycle could lift select growth names as demand firm.

Forrester Research: 49% institutional stake; top four hold 51%; insiders 41%

January 15, 2026, 3:16 PM EST. Forrester Research, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORR) shows concentrated ownership. Institutions hold 49% of shares, while the top four holders own 51% in total. Insiders control 41%, with CEO George Colony the largest individual holder at 39%. Hedge funds have a limited footprint. The numbers imply that a small group could influence trading and governance, making the stock more sensitive to big position changes. Analysts cover the name, but ownership structure remains a dominant narrative. A shift among the big holders could move the price before fundamentals or earnings news. For context, the company has a broad investor base, yet power sits with a few concentrated players whose actions are closely watched by the market.

Barclays Lifts NextEra Energy Target to $85 While Maintaining Equal-Weight View

January 15, 2026, 3:04 PM EST. Barclays lifted NextEra Energy's price target to $85 from $84 while preserving an equal-weight rating, in a Thursday note cited by Benzinga. The move implies about a 3.2% upside from the prior close. Barclays' call comes as peers publish mixed notes: Weiss Ratings reiterated a buy; TD Cowen began coverage with a buy and a $98 target; HSBC raised its objective to $95; JPMorgan Chase increased to $97 with an overweight stance; Citigroup nudged to $96 with a buy. MarketBeat shows a Moderate Buy consensus, with an average target of $91.50. In midday trade, NEE traded around $82.35 on volume of 2.66 million. The stock's 50-day/MAs sit near $82.32 and $78.07, respectively. Q3 yielded $1.13 per share (EPS) on $7.97B revenue; CEO Armando Pimentel Jr. sold 145,140 shares at about $83.

Goldman Sachs weighs involvement in prediction markets, Solomon says

January 15, 2026, 3:03 PM EST. Goldman Sachs is exploring opportunities in prediction markets, CEO David Solomon said on the firm's fourth-quarter earnings call. He disclosed that he recently met with the two large prediction platforms and their leadership, spending about two hours with each, and that a Goldman team is studying potential involvement. Platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket trade contracts tied to real-world outcomes, from elections to policy decisions; some operate under CFTC oversight, a point Solomon said makes them resemble traditional derivatives. He signaled openness to crossovers with Goldman's business but warned the pace of change may be slower than some pundits expect. The bank is continuing due diligence, with officials spending time with the platforms to assess opportunities and risks.

NYSE to List MSCI Benchmark Options as ESG Pension Deals Expand MSCI Footprint

January 15, 2026, 3:01 PM EST.NYSE's plan to list U.S. options on MSCI benchmarks, including MSCI Emerging Markets, EAFE, ACWI, World and USA, signals deeper trading integration of MSCI indices. The move, pending regulatory approval, could reinforce the MSCI franchise even as fee pressure dominates passive flows. In Sweden, ESG analytics contracts in the premium pension system illustrate how sustainability data are embedding into retirement frameworks, strengthening a core growth driver for MSCI: higher demand for ESG and climate data from regulators and asset owners. Yet investors should weigh the risk of ongoing passive fee compression if assets stagnate. MSCI projects revenue growth and earnings by 2028, underpinned by index-linked revenue and subscriptions; risk/reward remains nuanced amid competition and regulatory shifts.

Brightstar Resources gains Lady Shenton approval, Lord Byron upgrade boosts near-term catalysts

January 15, 2026, 2:51 PM EST. Brightstar Resources Ltd issued 3,000,000 new fully paid ordinary shares on the ASX and won final regulatory approvals for its Lady Shenton gold mine, with stronger drilling results at Lord Byron lifting measured and indicated resources ahead of DFS2.0. The moves modestly expand the capital base and reduce project risk at two WA gold assets, sharpening the investment narrative as the company nears a Final Investment Decision targeted for March 2026. Yet Brightstar remains loss-making, has diluted shareholders, and carries going-concern and execution risk as it ramps toward production. Investors will weigh the near-term catalysts-final approvals and larger resource bases-against financing needs and execution risk as the path to mine development crystallizes.

Variscan Mines jumps 57% pre-market to A$0.011 on ASX

January 15, 2026, 2:50 PM EST. Variscan Mines Ltd (VAR.AX) opened at A$0.009 and surged to A$0.011 in pre-market trading, a 57.14% jump with volume of 22,158,862 shares versus a 50-day average of about 4,058,966. The move lifts the market cap to roughly A$7,202,291 and keeps the stock near its 52-week high of A$0.012. A relative volume of 2.10 signals trader interest; no public market-moving announcement was listed at publication. Fundamentals show a small explorer with book value per share ~A$0.014 and P/B ~0.55; profitability remains negative. Technicals show momentum, with RSI ~57 and CCI ~193, with resistance at A$0.012 and a near-term target of A$0.015; downside at A$0.007. Earnings due 11 Mar 2026; Meyka AI: 62.68/100, Grade B, Hold.

Young bettors may be fueling the prediction markets boom, data show

January 15, 2026, 2:49 PM EST. Analysts say 18- to 20-year-olds could be behind a surge in online prediction markets. Truist's Barry Jones cited HoldCrunch data showing Kalshi bets tilting toward college football, which accounted for a 32% share of the OSB-equivalent handle in the week ended Jan. 4. The NFL represented 24% and the NBA22%. The trend aligns with Kalshi and Polymarket opening markets to anyone 18 or older, even as many states ban online wagering for under-21s. The platforms are filling gaps in states with limited betting options. NCAA President Charlie Baker asked the CFTC to pause college-sports trading until more safeguards are in place. The question: who uses prediction markets and how they affect sports bettor behavior.

Sugar prices retreat as India and Brazil lift output; global surplus eyed by markets

January 15, 2026, 2:46 PM EST. March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26) and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26) fell, with NY sugar at a one-month low and London at a two-month low. The decline comes as India's sugar output for 2025/26 climbs to about 15.9 million metric tons, up 21% year on year, according to the National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories. Brazil's Center-South production through mid-December rose 0.9% to 40.158 MMT, easing prices. Industry forecasts point to a global surplus in 2025/26, with Covrig Analytics lifting its surplus to 4.7 MMT and ISO projecting a rise to 181.8 MMT of output. ISMA raised India's 2025/26 production to 31 MMT, potentially boosting exports. Export quotas and policy moves in India and Brazil add to the supply backdrop.

Cocoa prices slide on weak demand as West Africa harvests loom

January 15, 2026, 2:45 PM EST. March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26) fell 2.12% to a near two-year low, while March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26) slid 1.77%. The move reflects signs of weak global demand. European grindings in Q4 (the fourth quarter) were 304,470 MT (metric tons), down 8.3% y/y and below expectations of -2.9%, the lowest for Q4 in 12 years. Asian Q4 grindings are seen down 12% y/y to a 10-year low; North American grindings are expected to rise modestly. West Africa is favored by growing conditions, with Ivory Coast and Ghana pod counts higher than a year ago. Ivory Coast shipped 1.13 MMT Oct 1-Jan 11, down 2.6% y/y, keeping it the world's top producer. ICCO cut 2024/25 surplus to 49,000 MT and 2025/26 to 250,000 MT; the EU deforestation law delay (EUDR) keeps imports ample.

Assurant (AIZ) valuation shows upside after multi-year rally

January 15, 2026, 2:44 PM EST. Assurant trades around $238 a share. An Excess Returns model puts intrinsic value at about $488, suggesting the stock is roughly 51% undervalued. The analysis cites a book value near $114.72 per share, with a forward estimate around $137.89 and a stable EPS of $22.55, yielding about 16.35% implied ROE. The model applies a cost of equity of $9.59. A valuation score of 3/6 accompanies the view that the shares may reflect a valuation gap relative to underlying assets and cash flows. Investors can also consider traditional measures, like the P/E ratio, to gauge current earnings versus price. Focus remains on balance sheet strength, capital position, and growth potential within the insurer space.

Retirees weigh cashing stock gains amid volatility and valuations

January 15, 2026, 2:30 PM EST. Retirees weighing 2025 gains in the stock market face mixed signals. The S&P 500 rose 17.9% for the year, including dividends, but swings driven by tariffs and layoffs underline ongoing volatility. Some experts warn the market may be overvalued and poised for declines, complicating decisions about when to cash in gains. Historical data show the market often delivered positive returns more years than not; long horizons cushion drawdowns. Over a century, about 74 of 100 years were positive; average gains in positive years near 21% vs roughly 13% losses in negative years. Still, retirees should plan without a crystal ball, focusing on protecting retirement income and lifestyle. Individual cases vary: some may cash in now, others stay invested to ride a longer recovery; consider risk tolerance, income needs, and diversification.

Thursday 1/15 Insider Buying Report: IMRX, DLPN

January 15, 2026, 2:29 PM EST. Two insider purchases highlight cautious optimism around small caps. Immuneering's Chief People Officer, Leah R. Neufeld, bought 2,626 IMRX shares at $4.15, a $10,906 stake. The trade puts Neufeld in the green, about 14% on the position as of today's price of $4.74, and Immuneering (IMRX) trades up around 4.4% on the day. Neufeld previously bought IMRX twice in the last year for a total cost of $7,602 at an average $5.07 per share. At Dolphin Entertainment, CEO William O'Dowd IV purchased 3,000 DLPN shares at $1.66, totaling $4,980. He has bought DLPN ~44 times in the past 12 months, for about $5.27 million at an average $20.31. DLPN shares are up about 2.6% on Thursday.

Atomic Eagle And 2 More ASX Penny Stocks To Watch

January 15, 2026, 2:28 PM EST. Australian penny stocks are drawing attention as a commodities upcycle boosts metals plays. Atomic Eagle Limited (ASX: AEU) is a uranium explorer in Africa with a market cap of A$152.51 million. It remains pre-revenue, with less than a year of cash runway, and recently completed a 69-hole drill at the Chisebuka target within the Muntanga Uranium Project in Zambia; further drilling is planned for 2026. Executive changes installed Phil Hoskins as CEO and Chris Bath as CFO. Racura Oncology Ltd (ASX: RAC) has a market cap of A$529.90 million and generated about A$6.04 million in Australian operations but remains unprofitable. It is debt-free with more than a year of cash runway; earnings are forecast to fall about 36.5% per year. It completed a A$3.22 million follow-on offering and launched RC220 trials for AML and NSCLC. Vitrafy Life Sciences Limited focuses on cryopreservation solutions, with a market cap of A$105.35 million.

Nasdaq valuation questioned after multi-year rally; Excess Returns model signals overvaluation

January 15, 2026, 2:18 PM EST. Nasdaq closed at $100.07 after a multi-year rally, raising questions whether the price already reflects growth. A valuation using the Excess Returns model yields an intrinsic value of about $31.73 per share, implying Nasdaq is roughly 215% overvalued. The framework starts from a book value per share of $20.99 and a stable book value of $23.62, with a stable EPS of $2.43 and an average ROE of 10.30%; it adds a small excess return ($0.43) to reach fair value. In short, the current price appears to price in far more growth than the model's long-run return assumptions justify. The analysis also touches on the usefulness of the P/E ratio in judging growth versus risk.

Coffee futures rise as Brazil rain odds fade; arabica and robusta advance

January 15, 2026, 2:12 PM EST. March arabica (KCH26) rose 0.39% and March ICE robusta (RMH26) gained 1.31% after forecasts reduced rain in Brazil, the world's top arabica producer. Prices had slipped earlier as the dollar strengthened. Somar Meteorologia said Minas Gerais, the largest arabica growing area, received 26.5 mm of rain in the week to Jan. 9, about 29% of the historical average. ICE arabica inventories fell to a 1.75-year low of 398,645 bags on Nov. 20 before rebounding to 461,829. Robusta stocks also fluctuated, with a recent uptick from a 1-year low. On the demand side, Brazil's 2025/26 production is seen down 3.1% to 63 million bags; Vietnam's output is seen up about 6% to 1.76 MMT. ICO and FAS projections show a mixed supply backdrop.

Oil falls as Iran tensions ease, dollar rises; supply data weigh on prices

January 15, 2026, 2:02 PM EST. February WTI crude (CLG26) falls about 4.6% to around -2.82, and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26) drops about 2.8% to -0.0506. Prices slide after Iran tensions ease as President Trump signals no immediate strike and Tehran pledges not to execute protesters. A stronger dollar index weighs on energy and the EIA (Energy Information Administration) weekly report shows builds in crude and gasoline stocks. OPEC+ plans to pause production hikes in Q1 2026 against a global surplus, while China's demand remains a supportive factor with December imports seen up about 10% to 12.2 mbpd. Iran's crude output runs near 3 mbpd, a risk if unrest worsens.

Noteworthy Thursday Options Activity: VST, BSX, KLAC

January 15, 2026, 2:01 PM EST. Noteworthy Thursday options activity across three S&P 500 components. VST saw 30,526 contracts traded, about 3.1 million underlying shares, or 57.3% of its 1-month average volume of 5.3 million. The $180 strike call expiring Feb 20, 2026 drew 1,951 contracts, roughly 195,100 shares. BSX posted 47,257 contracts, about 4.7 million shares, or 56.2% of its 8.4 million average. The $80 strike put expiring Apr 17, 2026 had 8,745 contracts, about 874,500 shares. KLAC traded 4,271 contracts, about 427,100 shares, or 49.5% of its 862,240 average. The $1,360 strike put expiring Jan 16, 2026 had 478 contracts, around 47,800 shares. For expirations, visit StockOptionsChannel.com.

Noteworthy Thursday Options Activity: DELL, HII, Q

January 15, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.DELL saw noteworthy options volume today, with 27,358 contracts traded, about 2.7 million underlying shares and roughly 46.9% of its 1-month average daily volume. The $126 strike call expiring Jan 30, 2026 led, with 2,336 contracts (~233,600 shares). HII posted 2,713 contracts, about 271,300 shares or 44.6% of its 1-month average. The $430 strike call expiring Feb 20, 2026 attracted 556 contracts (~55,600 shares). Q options totaled 8,635 contracts, about 863,500 shares or 43.7% of its 1-month average. The $105 strike call expiring May 15, 2026 had 2,008 contracts (~200,800 shares). Charts accompany the notes, showing trailing 12-month history with the strikes highlighted.

Noteworthy Thursday option activity in CTRA, AMAT, JBHT

January 15, 2026, 1:59 PM EST. Noteworthy Thursday option activity among S&P 500 components focused on CTRA, AMAT, and JBHT. CTRA saw 65,039 contracts traded, about 6.5 million underlying shares and 84.4% of its 1-month ADV of 7.7 million. The standout was the $26 strike call expiring 01/16/2026, with 9,346 contracts (roughly 934,600 shares). AMAT options totaled 49,240 contracts, about 4.9 million shares, or 73.7% of its 1-month ADV of 6.7 million. The $302.50 strike put expiring 01/23/2026 drew 1,935 contracts (≈193,500 shares). JBHT traded 5,989 contracts, around 598,900 shares or 69.5% of its 1-month ADV. The $165 strike put expiring 01/16/2026 drew 3,017 contracts (≈301,700 shares).

Geopolitical risk lifts crude as Iran unrest and supply concerns support prices

January 15, 2026, 1:58 PM EST. WTI futures (CLG26) rose about 1.4% on Wednesday, near a 2.5-month high, while RBOB gasoline (RBG26) added roughly 0.2% to a five-week peak. Prices were driven by geopolitical risk around Iran and the potential disruption to crude supplies from OPEC+, with drone activity weighing on loadings at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal. An EIA inventory report showed increases in crude and gasoline stocks, trimming gains. Iran's unrest adds supply risk even as China's demand supports prices. December imports are seen up about 10% m/m to a record 12.2 mbpd per Kpler. OPEC+ reiterated a pause on Q1 2026 output rises, while the IEA warned of a roughly 4.0 mbpd global surplus in 2026.

Congressional Netflix trades ahead of NFL games, Stranger Things finale; Q4 outlook eyed

January 15, 2026, 1:57 PM EST. Netflix could report a strong Q4 on live sports and advertising growth. Analysts expect EPS of 55 cents and revenue of $11.97 billion, up from 43 cents per share a year earlier. Two congress members sold Netflix shares in December: Rep. Gil Cisneros sold $1,000 to $15,000 on Dec. 10, after buying on Oct. 17 and Nov. 18, 2025; Rep. Jonathan Jackson sold $50,000 to $100,000 on Dec. 8, after buying on April 16. Prices around those dates imply potential losses: Cisneros bought at highs of $115.25 and $120.31; sale day high was $96.97. Jackson bought at $98.12 on Apr 16; sale day high was $99.89. Another member has been buying shares. Christmas Day NFL games drew 27.5M Lions-Vikings, 19.9M Cowboys-Commanders, 29M Snoop Dogg halftime; Netflix released Stranger Things season on Dec 25 and 31. Netflix reports on Jan 20.

Daily Dividend Roundup: PPG, ADP, S&P Global, SKT, AM

January 15, 2026, 1:47 PM EST. Daily dividend pulse: PPG declares a regular quarterly dividend of $0.71 per share, payable March 12 to shareholders of record Feb. 20; the board notes 54 straight years of increases and 510th consecutive payment. Automatic Data Processing approves a regular quarterly dividend of $1.70 per share, payable April 1, 2026 to record on March 13, 2026. S&P Global raises the quarterly dividend 1.0% to $0.97 from $0.96, payable March 11, 2026 to record Feb. 25; new annualized rate $3.88. Tanger Factory Outlet Centers declares a quarterly dividend of $0.2925 per share, payable Feb 13, 2026 to record Jan 30, 2026. Antero Midstream declares $0.225 per share for Q4 2025, or $0.90 annualized; payable Feb 11, 2026 to record Jan 28, 2026; 45th consecutive quarterly payout since IPO in 2014.

Chip Makers Drive Gains as US Data, Fed Outlook Support Stocks

January 15, 2026, 1:43 PM EST. U.S. stock indexes edged higher, led by chip makers after TSMC revived confidence in AI demand and lifted its 2026 capex outlook. The S&P 500 rose about 0.5%, the Dow added 0.75%, and the Nasdaq 100 climbed around 1.0%. March futures were higher, tracking improved risk appetite. A firmer labor market helped lift sentiment after weekly initial unemployment claims fell to 198,000, a six-week low. The Empire and Philadelphia Fed surveys surprised to the upside, signaling ongoing economic resilience. Oil slipped more than 4% on geopolitical headlines. In data and earnings, Q4 earnings growth is seen at +8.4% with the Magnificent Seven excluded, +4.6%. Traders price in a 5% probability of a 25 bp Fed rate cut at the Jan 27-28 meeting. Focus shifts to earnings cadence and Fed commentary this week.

XHC:CA AI-Generated Signals; Trading Plan for CAD-Hedged Global Healthcare ETF

January 15, 2026, 1:42 PM EST. AI-generated signals for XHC:CA, the iShares Global Healthcare Index ETF CAD-hedged, list a near-term buy near 70.81 and a stop at 70.46. No short positions offered at this time. The update, timestamped January 15, 2026, includes term ratings (Near, Mid, Long) and a Strong/Weak/Neutral assessment. A chart for XHC:CA is referenced. The report emphasizes concrete actions and notes the signals originate from an AI model and can change. Investors should watch for price action around 70.81 and adhere to the 70.46 stop to manage risk. Readers are directed to check updated AI-generated signals on the linked page.

Galiano Gold shares slip 8.9% as Hold rating persists

January 15, 2026, 1:41 PM EST.Galiano Gold Inc. (TSE: GAU) shares fell 8.9% on Thursday, trading as low as C$3.66 and closing at C$3.70. Volume reached 152,844, well below the 425,854-share average. The stock closed the prior session at C$4.06. Scotiabank upgraded the stock to a Hold on Friday, Nov. 28. Two analysts rate it a Hold; MarketBeat's consensus target is C$1.50. Market cap is about C$992.4 million. Valuation shows a negative P/E (price-to-earnings) of -21.22; PEG 0.15; beta 1.81. Debt-to-equity 17.37; quick ratio 15.77; current ratio 1.97. The 50-day moving average is C$3.39 and the 200-day is C$3.04. For the quarter ended Nov. 6, the company posted C($0.01) per share (EPS, earnings per share) on C$159.01 million revenue; net margin -0.35%; ROE -0.26%. GAU owns the Asanko Gold Mine in Ghana and emphasizes sustainability.

Two risks could pull U.S. stocks lower in 2026

January 15, 2026, 1:36 PM EST. Two risks could pull U.S. stocks lower in 2026. First, tariff-related uncertainty persists. The April policy added a sweeping 10% tax on imports and higher country-specific duties, raising concerns about inflation and planning risk. Official data show inflation at 2.7%, despite claims of revenue gains totaling around $600 billion; a reversal could widen the deficit and push Treasury yields higher, increasing borrowing costs for growing companies. Second, Federal Reserve independence faces renewed scrutiny. Political pressure or shifts in policy could spur unexpected rate moves, heightening volatility and complicating capital allocation decisions for multinational firms.

NXST Bullish Thesis: Nexstar's Recurring Revenue and Political Ads Drive Value

January 15, 2026, 1:35 PM EST. An Asymmetric Edge bull thesis argues that NXST is the largest local TV-station owner in the U.S., blending advertising, retransmission fees, and a recurring political advertising windfall. The stock traded around $210.83 on Jan. 12, with trailing P/E (price-to-earnings ratio) 13.16 and forward P/E 8.23, per Yahoo Finance. Nexstar's model produced about $5.3 billion in revenue in 2024 and roughly $1.2 billion in mid-cycle free cash flow, supported by ~35% EBITDA margins. The company returns around 70% of free cash flow via dividends and buybacks, yielding about 4% with leverage near 3x net debt. It has national reach through the CW network and NextGen TV, adding optionality for targeted ads. Political ad spend exceeded $600 million in 2022. Risks include ad cyclicality and cord-cutting, but scale and bargaining power support a steady compounding engine.

Avanos Medical: Bull thesis sees stable, repeatable cash flows in pain-management and enteral feeding (AVNS)

January 15, 2026, 1:34 PM EST. Ridire Research's Substack lays out a bull case for AVNS. As of Jan 12, the stock traded near $11.97 with a trailing P/E around 164.60. Avanos operates in a slow-moving, regulation-heavy niche, anchored by a durable moat in pain management and enteral feeding. Its Coolief radiofrequency ablation system and On-Q pain pumps are embedded in hospital protocols and bundled reimbursements, while Corpak dominates enteral feeding and builds brand credibility. Macro tailwinds-aging populations and a shift to non-opioid care-support growth, alongside stable, regulated revenue. Risks include hospital pricing pressure, elective-procedure volume softness, or an acquisition premium. The thesis emphasizes stability, repeatable cash flows, and a low-beta healthcare franchise in an opioid-averse world.

WMS Sept. 18 options attract interest: $155 put and $170 call; YieldBoost analysis

January 15, 2026, 1:33 PM EST. Stock options on Advanced Drainage Systems Inc (WMS) surfaced for the September 18 expiration. With 246 days to expiry, Stock Options Channel's YieldBoost highlights a risk/reward skew in one put and one call. The $155.00 put bids at $15.40; selling to open would commit to buying WMS at $155, yielding a $139.60 effective cost basis if exercised, versus a $157.80 current price. The strike is about 2% below the market, implying a 62% chance the option expires worthless; YieldBoost shows a 9.94% return on cash, or 14.74% annualized if it finishes out of the money. On the call side, the $170.00 strike bids $16.00. A covered call using $157.80 stock could deliver roughly 17.87% total return if called away at expiration. Charts accompany the analysis.

LendingClub LC options show $20 put and $21 call for March 20 expiration

January 15, 2026, 1:32 PM EST. LendingClub Corp (LC) options began trading for the March 20 expiration. The $20 put bid sits around 40 cents, implying a cost basis of about $19.60 if sold to open, roughly 2% below the current $20.31 share price. Analysts note a 57% chance the put could expire worthless, with YieldBoost tracking moves and publishing a chart. On the $21 call side, the bid is about 20 cents. A covered call scenario-buying LC around $20.31 and selling the $21 call-could yield about 4.38% total return if shares are called away, with upside potential capped. The note highlights the trailing twelve month history and fundamentals, while the premium represents roughly 3% above the price.

BVN September 18 options draw interest as YieldBoost flags premium opportunities

January 15, 2026, 1:31 PM EST. BVN options traders saw new September 18 expirations, with 246 days to maturity. YieldBoost from Stock Options Channel flags a put at the $34.00 strike with a bid of $3.10 and a call at the $35.00 strike bid of $3.20. Selling the $34.00 put to open would obligate buying BVN at $34.00 while collecting the premium, yielding a cost basis of $30.90. The strike sits about 1% below the current price, keeping odds of expiring worthless around 59%. YieldBoost shows a potential 9.12% return on cash, or 13.53% annualized if the option expires worthless. A covered-call approach would buy at about $34.20 and sell the $35.00 call for about 11.7% if called away. Charts anchor the discussion.

CXW September 18 Options Begin Trading; YieldBoost Highlights $19 Put, $22 Call

January 15, 2026, 1:30 PM EST. Investors in CoreCivic Inc (CXW) gained new interest as September 18 options opened. The longer-dated contracts, about 246 days to expiry, offer a potential premium boost for sellers. The standout is a put at the $19.00 strike, bid around $0.50. A sell-to-open would lock in a purchase at $19.00, with the premium reducing the effective cost to about $18.50 – roughly a 5% discount to the current price near $20.02. The model pegs about a 64% chance the put expires worthless, yielding roughly 2.63% on cash, or 3.91% annualized, under the YieldBoost metric. On the call side, a $22.00 strike bid around $0.40 could suit a covered call if you own CXW at about $20.02. Potential return if called: about 11.89%.

CM September 18 options surface: $90 put and $92.50 call; YieldBoost flags 59% odds of expiring worthless

January 15, 2026, 1:29 PM EST. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce saw new September 18 options surface. The YieldBoost scan shows a $90 put (the right to sell) bid at $2.80, with a sold-to-open position yielding a cost basis of $87.20 if CM is assigned, about 2% below the current price of $91.91. If the put expires worthless, the premium implies a 3.11% return on cash, or 4.62% annualized. On the call side, the $92.50 strike has a $3.90 bid. A covered call (owning the stock and selling the call) using the stock at $91.91 could yield about 4.89% if the shares are called away at expiry. YieldBoost tracks the odds of exercise, currently about 59% for the put; data on the contract detail page will be updated.

Essent Group ESNT March 20 options: $60 put yields YieldBoost

January 15, 2026, 1:28 PM EST. Essent Group Ltd ESNT launched March 20 expiring options. The standout is the $60put, currently bid about 0.05. Selling to open would obligate purchase at $60 but collect the premium, yielding an effective cost basis of about $59.95 if assigned. With ESNT near $61.07, the strike sits about 2% below the price, i.e., out-of-the-money. Implied volatility on the put is around 33% while trailing 12-month volatility runs about 22%. The probability the contract expires worthless is roughly 62%, per Stock Options Channel, which also notes tracking charts on the contract page. The premium would equal a return of about 0.08% on cash, or roughly 0.48% annualized, a feature Stock Options Channel calls YieldBoost. More ideas at StockOptionsChannel.com.

Palo Alto Networks rises to 107th in S&P 500 analyst rankings, up five spots

January 15, 2026, 1:27 PM EST. New tally from major brokerages shows Palo Alto Networks is now the #107 S&P 500 component in the analyst ranking, up five spots. The rank is derived by averaging each broker's opinion on every stock and then ordering the 500 components by those averages. Year-to-date, Palo Alto Networks has gained about 0.7%. A companion video, 'S&P 500 Analyst Moves: PANW', accompanies this update.

Chile's IPSA up 56% in 2025, strongest Latin market in 32 years

January 15, 2026, 1:26 PM EST. Chile's stock market delivered its strongest showing in 32 years in 2025, ranking as the Latin American leader and the fourth globally with IPSA gains of 56% in local currency. The index closed at 10,481.47, the best annual level since 1993, while trading volume rose 67.9% to $50.87 billion. Of the 30 names on the index, 28 posted positive returns in local currency, and all 30 were higher in U.S. dollars. Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile led with a 74.32% return. Analysts cited macro normalization-lower inflation and rate cuts-plus a resilient banking sector and firmer copper prices. BTG Pactual's Alex Fleiderman said political risk receded ahead of the November election, with Kast's victory underpinning optimism. Growth is seen around 2.3%-2.4% for 2025.

Thursday Sector Leaders: Computer Peripherals, Semiconductors

January 15, 2026, 1:25 PM EST. On Thursday, computer peripherals stocks rose about 3.7% as a group. The gains were led by Lantronix, up roughly 5.5%, and Xerox Holdings, up about 5.3%. The advance helped keep the sector in positive territory. Semiconductors finished up about 3.4%, led by AXTI with a 15.6% jump and Entegris up about 11%. The moves reflect a tilt toward specialty equipment and materials amid cautious trading, with traders parsing company-specific catalysts for further momentum into year-end.

Thursday sector laggards: Drugs, Biotechnology Stocks drag market

January 15, 2026, 1:24 PM EST. On Thursday, drugs shares fell about 0.4% as a group. Biggest drags included Inmune Bio down roughly 12.5% and Edgewise Therapeutics about 12%. Biotechnology names slipped about 0.3% as a group, led by Altimmune down about 54.9% and Cellectar Biosciences around 15.7%. The moves underscore caution in niche health-care equities, with company-specific headlines driving losses in these sectors.

AXP among latest 13F filings as hedge funds trim stake by 2.6%

January 15, 2026, 1:23 PM EST. Among the latest batch of 13F filings for the 06/30/2025 period, American Express Co. (AXP) was held by 13 funds. 13F filings disclose long positions, not shorts; the caveat is important. In the latest batch, changes include 6 funds raising AXP holdings, 4 trimming, and 2 initiating new positions, totaling a net +21,759 shares (+$9.6 million in market value). Aggregate AXP shares among funds filing for 06/30/2025 total 10,632,797, down from 10,918,036 at 03/31/2025, a decrease of about 2.61%. The top three holders are tracked but not listed here. We'll continue monitoring the 13F filings for shifts across groups of managers.

Thursday ETF Movers: PSI Gains; IHE Dips; KLAC and MKSI Jump; OMER and EWTX Fall

January 15, 2026, 1:22 PM EST. Thursday'sETF movers show the Invesco Semiconductors ETF (PSI) leading gains, up about 3.8%. Among its components, KLAC (KLA Corp) rose around 9.4% and MKSI (MKS Instruments) up about 9%. The iShares U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF (IHE) underperformed, slipping about 1.8% on the session. Within IHE, OMER (Omeros) fell roughly 7%, while EWTX (Edgewise Therapeutics) dropped about 6.4%. The coverage notes the day's moves and features a video highlight.

Thursday's TGRT ETF posts unusual volume as Nvidia, AMD drive session

January 15, 2026, 1:21 PM EST. TGRT, the T. Rowe Price Growth ETF (an exchange-traded fund), traded unusually high in afternoon action, with about 857,000 shares vs a three-month average of roughly 95,000. The ETF rose about 0.7%. Among its components, Nvidia traded more than 96.9 million shares, up about 3.3%, and AMD rose about 5.8% on roughly 30.3 million shares. Entegris led the gainers among holdings, up about 11%, while Eli Lilly lagged, down about 4.8%. The moves come as traders push volumes higher in broad tech and growth names.

Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in more than three years, easing housing market stagnation

January 15, 2026, 1:20 PM EST. Freddie Mac said the 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged 6.06% in the week to January 15, the lowest since September 2022. The drop coincides with a pickup in weekly purchase applications and refinance activity, signaling a thaw in the housing market, according to Freddie Mac chief economist Sam Khater. President Donald Trump floated a $200 billion mortgage-bonds-buying plan to push costs lower, a move some analysts say could provide brief downward pressure on rates. The so-called lock-in effect – homeowners staying put to keep ultra-low loans – is easing, with the share of borrowers paying above 6% now larger than those under 3%. December existing-home sales rose 5.1% from November, though the median price at $405,400 marked the 30th straight year-over-year gain.

Ascentage Pharma price swings; DCF signals 81% undervaluation

January 15, 2026, 1:17 PM EST. Is Ascentage Pharma's price reflecting its worth? Not entirely. The stock has swung recently, down 1.7% last week and 7.5% last month, with mixed year-to-date and 1-year returns. Market focus on the company's pipeline and clinical progress, plus sector sentiment, shapes repricing in biotech. Our screens rate the stock valuation at 2/6. A Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model, which discounts future cash flows to today, uses a 2-stage Free Cash Flow to Equity approach in CN¥. TTM FCF is a loss of CN¥246.2m; forecasts show CN¥1,320.8m in 2030. The model assigns an intrinsic value of HK$283.92 per share, suggesting the stock is undervalued by 81.2%. Verdict: UNDERVALUED by this metric, though gains depend on profitability and milestones.

Ecolab March 20 options debut: $270 put and $280 call eyed by traders

January 15, 2026, 1:16 PM EST. Investors gained access to new Ecolab (ECL) options expiring March 20. A $270 put shows a bid of $5.20, creating a cost basis of $264.80 if sold to open and a potential ~3% discount to the current price of roughly $278.04. The odds of the put finishing in the money are about 64%, with a YieldBoost of 1.93% on the cash commitment and about 10.99% annualized if the option expires worthless. On the call side, the $280 strike bids $7.60; a covered call using stock bought near $278.04 could yield about 3.44% if shares are called away at expiry. The $280 strike sits about 1% above the current price, leaving upside potential and risk tied to the stock's trailing year. Stock Options Channel will track these metrics over time.

GL March 20 Options Debut: $95 Put, $160 Covered Call

January 15, 2026, 1:15 PM EST. Globe Life Inc (GL) saw new March 20 options begin trading. Stock Options Channel's YieldBoost flagged a $95 put and a $160 call as notable. The $95 put has a bid of 0.35; selling to open would lock in a cost basis of 94.65 on shares if exercised, versus the current around 142.75. That strike sits about a 33% out-of-the-money level. The odds of the put expiring worthless are about 93%, yielding 0.37% on cash, or 2.10% annualized if held to expiration. On the call, the $160 call bids 1.00. A covered call using stock at roughly 142.75 could produce about 12.78% total return if called away at expiration. Charts illustrate the 95 and 160 strikes relative to Globe Life's history; greeks accompany the data.

ASB September 18 Options Begin Trading; YieldBoost Flags Put at $25 and Covered Call at $30

January 15, 2026, 1:14 PM EST. Associated Banc-Corp (ASB) options for the September 18 expiration began trading today. The YieldBoost analysis flags a $25 put with a current bid of 0.10 and a cost basis of 24.90 if sold to open, roughly 7% below the $26.89 share price. The odds of the put expiring worthless are about 64%, per current greeks and implied metrics; a worthless outcome would yield 0.40% on cash, about 0.59% annualized. On the call side, a $30 call bids at 1.00; selling it as a covered call while owning the stock implies a potential 15.28% total return if shares are called away at expiration, though upside is capped. Charts track the $25 strike relative to its 12-month history, while the article notes the importance of business fundamentals.

VMC March 20 Options Begin Trading

January 15, 2026, 1:12 PM EST. Vulcan Materials Co (VMC) saw new options trading for the March 20 expiration. Stock Options Channel's YieldBoost highlights a $300.00 strike put and a $310.00 strike call. The $300 put bids 8.80; selling to open yields a $291.20 cost basis plus the premium. With VMC around 303.93, the put is about 1% in the money and has roughly 58% odds to expire worthless, implying a 2.93% cash return or 16.74% annualized. On the call side, the $310 strike bids 8.20. A covered call using the current price could return about 4.70% if shares are called away at expiration. Both strikes are out-of-the-money. Stock Options Channel will track greeks and odds on the contract detail page.

Schwab May 15 options begin trading; YieldBoost flags potential premiums

January 15, 2026, 1:11 PM EST. Options on The Charles Schwab Corp (SCHW) opened for the May 15 expiration. A put at the $85 strike bids $1.12. Selling to open locks in a cost basis near $83.88 if assigned; the put implies a roughly 17% discount to the current price and about 87% odds it expires worthless. YieldBoost (Stock Options Channel) tracks these odds and potential returns, showing a 1.32% return on cash (about 4.01% annualized) if the option expires worthless. On the upside, the $105 call bids $3.80; a covered call using stock purchased near $103 could yield about 5.63% if shares are called away at expiry. The report notes greeks and the trailing history on the contract page.

RLI September 18 Options Now Trading

January 15, 2026, 1:10 PM EST. RLI Corp began trading new September 18 options. The put at the $55 strike bids $0.65; selling to open would obligate purchase at $55 but collect the premium, lowering the cost basis to $54.35 versus a $59.49 stock price. The $55 strike sits about 8% below the current price, making it out-of-the-money; YieldBoost estimates about a 67% chance it expires worthless, with a potential 1.18% cash return (1.75% annualized). On the call side, the $60 strike bids $3.10. A covered call would buy the shares at $59.49 and sell the call for roughly a 6.07% total return if the stock is called away at expiration. The note adds the $60 strike carries about a 1% premium to the current price; charts show the 12-month history with the strike highlighted.

BCE Sept. 18 options open; YieldBoost flags $24 put

January 15, 2026, 1:09 PM EST. Investors in BCE Inc. saw new September 18 options listed, with 246 days to expiry. Long-dated contracts can fetch higher premiums for sellers. Stock Options Channel's YieldBoost flags a put at the $24 strike with a current bid of 5 cents. Selling to open would obligate buying BCE at $24 while collecting the premium, setting an initial cost basis of $23.95 (before commissions). The $24 strike sits about 1% below the current price, leaving a roughly 51% chance the option expires worthless. If that occurs, the premium yields a 0.21% return on cash, or 0.31% annualized. Implied volatility on the example put is about 25%, with trailing 12-month volatility near 24% after today's price of $24.15.

Hartford Insurance Group Sep 18 Options Open; YieldBoost Highlights 130 Put and 135 Call

January 15, 2026, 1:08 PM EST. Hartford Insurance Group Inc (HIG) opened new options for the September 18 expiration, creating YieldBoost opportunities on the $130 put and $135 call. The $130 put bid is $5.50, so selling to open commits to buy the stock at $130 but collects the premium, giving a cost basis of $124.50 when including the premium; the stock trades around $132.66. The strike is about 2% below the current price, making it out-of-the-money, with an approximate 60% chance of expiring worthless. The potential return on cash is 4.23% (6.28% annualized) if the put expires worthless. On the call side, the $135 strike bid is $7.10; a covered call using stock at $132.66 could yield about 7.12% if called away at expiry. Charts accompany the contract details.

Kennametal: $35 KMT March 20 call eyed as YieldBoost candidate

January 15, 2026, 1:07 PM EST. Stock Options Channel identifies the March 20 expiration for Kennametal Inc. (KMT) as a potential covered call candidate. The $35.00 call shows a current bid of 0.25, with the stock at $33.71. Writing this call against the shares could yield 4.57% if the stock is called away at expiration, excluding commissions. If the option expires worthless, the premium boosts return by about 0.74% and about 4.23% annualized (YieldBoost). The option's implied volatility stands near 45%, versus a trailing twelve-month realized volatility of about 40%. The odds of the call expiring worthless are roughly 54%, and Stock Options Channel tracks this data over time on contract detail pages. Investors may review related ideas on the site.

FHN March 20 $25 Call Yields ~3% in Covered-Call setup

January 15, 2026, 1:06 PM EST. First Horizon Corp (FHN) options for the March 20 expiration surfaced with a $25 strike call. The bid on the call is $0.30. A trader buying stock at $24.57 and selling to open the $25 call would lock in a 2.97% total return if the stock is called away at expiration, excluding dividends. The strategy is a covered call-owning the stock while selling a call option. If the option expires worthless, the premium boosts return by 1.22% and about 6.97% annualized as YieldBoost. Implied volatility on the contract stands at 45%; trailing twelve-month volatility sits around 33% based on 251 trading days. Stock Options Channel tracks odds of exercise and will plot related charts over time. The odds of expiration worthless are about 51%.

ORI March 20 Options Debut: Covered-Call at $45 Strike

January 15, 2026, 1:05 PM EST. Old Republic International Corp. (ORI) began trading new March 20 expiry options. A call at the $45 strike shows a 65-cent premium with the stock near $43.58. A covered-call (selling a call option against owned shares) setup, buy ORI and sell-to-open the $45 call, would cap upside at $45 if the shares are called away, delivering a roughly 4.75% total return (excluding dividends) on that scenario. If the option expires worthless, the premium boosts annualized yield to about 8.51% and adds 1.49% to total return; the odds of that outcome sit near 65%. Implied volatility on the contract is about 25%, while the 12-month trailing volatility is around 23%. YieldBoost metrics and odds are tracked on Stock Options Channel's contract detail page.

Choice Hotels International: Long-dated CHH options for Sept. 18 attract yields

January 15, 2026, 1:04 PM EST. Choice Hotels International (CHH) listed long-dated options for the September 18 expiration, with 246 days to expiry. A $105 put bids $6.50, implying a cost basis of $98.50 if sold to open and purchased at that strike, versus about $107.87 current price. The roughly 3% out-of-the-money strike suggests a 61% chance the put finishes worthless, yielding about 6.19% on cash, or 9.19% annualized if realized (YieldBoost). On the call side, a $110 call bids $9.00. A covered call against the current price could produce about 10.32% total return if CHH is called away at expiry. Stock Options Channel will track odds and publish charts on the contract detail pages.

March 20 Options Open for Sonoco Products (SON)

January 15, 2026, 1:02 PM EST. March 20 options for Sonoco Products (SON) opened today. A $45 put bids 0.10, offering a cost basis of $44.90 for sellers, about 9% below the current price of about $49.40. YieldBoost shows a 71% chance the put expires worthless; if so, the premium yields 0.22% on cash, about 1.27% annualized. On the call side, the $50 call bids 0.20. In a covered-call setup, buying SON near $49.40 and selling the $50 call could yield 1.62% if shares are called away at expiry, upside capped. The strike sits about 1% above the current price; data include greeks and implied greeks, with charts on trailing twelve month history and strike placement.

London stocks climb as US data surprise fuels gains

January 15, 2026, 1:01 PM EST. London equities closed higher on Thursday after a surprise pickup in U.S. manufacturing. The FTSE 100 rose 0.5% to 10,238.94, the FTSE 250 gained 1.4% to 23,279.98, and the AIM All-Share added 0.4% to 804.48. Schroders jumped 9.8% after forecasting at least £745 million in 2025 adjusted operating profit, up 24% from a year earlier. On the FTSE 250, Ashmore climbed 24% as AUM reached $52.5 billion at December 31. Dunelm fell 20% after softer second-quarter trading, though first-half sales rose 3.6% to £926 million. Small caps: Panther Metals +17%; Foxtons -6.3%. In Europe, CAC 40 -0.2%, DAX 40 +0.4%. Sterling around $1.339, euro $1.161, dollar/yen 158.48.

Ramsey says fear-based headlines could cost investors up to 67% gains in three years

January 15, 2026, 12:59 PM EST. Dave Ramsey says fear-based headlines distract Americans from market growth. He cites the S&P 500 (a broad U.S. stock index of 500 large companies) rising 26% in 2023, 25% in 2024, and 16% in 2025-totalling about 67% over three years. He notes that if you held $100,000 in a growth stock mutual fund (fund targeting fast-growing firms) inside a 401(k) and made no new contributions, it would be about $170,000 today. Ramsey says $1 million would yield about $700,000 in gains; $10 million, about $7 million. He adds the news rarely covers such upside and advocates steady investing-contribute regularly, stay the course, and, if needed, turn off the news. Domain Money promotes CFP-led planning.

Danone: total voting rights and shares as of 31 December 2025

January 15, 2026, 12:58 PM EST. Danone (French SA) released an information note on the total number of voting rights and shares under AMF rules. As of 31 December 2025, the company reported 681,394,483 shares. The total number of theoretical voting rights (gross) is 721,450,176, while the number of exercisable voting rights (net) is 680,228,551. The theoretical figure includes shares with suspended voting rights, used to compute threshold crossings, per AMF Article 223-11. The exercisable figure excludes suspended rights and is published to inform the public per AMF guidance of 17 July 2007. The information is aligned with Article L. 233-8 II and Article 223-16 of the AMF General Regulation.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as TSMC AI optimism lifts equities; Intel upgrade shines

January 15, 2026, 12:57 PM EST. Markets climbed as the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose on bets that TSMC's AI demand will lift chipmakers. Intel (INTC) drew its second upgrade of the week from Citi to Neutral from Sell, with analysts citing tighter packaging supply at TSMC as a potential tailwind and hopes of future front-end foundry deals. Packaging, the step of wiring a finished chip into a protective shell, was highlighted as a value driver. Citi's Malik also said improving yields on Intel's 18A-P and 14A processes could win it front-end customers. TSMC's leadership left CEO C.C. Wei noting competition but not alarm, framing Intel's progress as a longer-term factor. The stock rose fractionally on Thursday and is up 154% over the past year. Bank shares also supported the rally.

PLNT March 20 Options Begin Trading: 92.50 Put, 105 Call

January 15, 2026, 12:56 PM EST. Planet Fitness Inc, ticker PLNT, saw March 20 options begin trading. A put at the $92.50 strike bids around $2.20; selling to open would commit the buyer to purchase shares at $92.50 while collecting the premium, yielding an effective basis of about $90.30 (before commissions) versus the current $100.49. The strike is roughly an 8% discount, so the put could expire worthless, with current data showing a ~72% odds of that outcome and a 2.38% return on cash (13.57% annualized) if it does. On the upside, a covered call using the $105 strike bids $2.40. That could produce about 6.88% if PLNT is called away. The 105 strike is about a 4% premium to spot. YieldBoost and odds charts follow on Stock Options Channel.

Arrow Electronics Clears 200-Day Moving Average, Extends Intraday Rise

January 15, 2026, 12:55 PM EST. Arrow Electronics, Inc. (ARW) shares traded higher on Thursday after crossing above their 200-day moving average of $117.85, reaching as high as $118.77 intraday. The stock was up about 2.4% on the session, with the last trade around $118.91. In the past year, ARW has traded between $86.50 and $134.735. The development follows a common technical signal-moving above the 200-day moving average-that some traders view as a sign of momentum, though it does not guarantee further gains.

ALG crosses above 200-day moving average, intraday high $171.69

January 15, 2026, 12:54 PM EST. Alamo Group, Inc. (ALG) crossed above its 200-day moving average of $170.30 on Tuesday, trading as high as $171.69. The shares were up about 0.8% on the session. The 200-day moving average is the average of the past 200 trading days, a widely watched trend line used to gauge momentum. ALG's 52-week range is $118.73 to $200.81, with the last trade around $170.80.

Nexa Resources September 18 Options Debut: $10 Put, $17.50 Call

January 15, 2026, 12:53 PM EST. Investors in Nexa Resources SA (NEXA) gained access to new September 18 options. With 246 days to expiration, the long horizon can lift premiums. The put at the $10 strike shows a current bid of $0.35; selling to open would bank the premium and set a cost basis of $9.65 versus a $11.78 stock price. The $10 put is about 15% out-of-the-money, with current analytics showing a roughly 72% chance to expire worthless. If that happens, the premium yields 3.50% on cash, or 5.19% annualized – a signal Stock Options Channel calls YieldBoost. On the call side, the $17.50 strike bid is $0.50. A covered call using shares bought at $11.78 could deliver 52.80% total return if called away, while the $17.50 strike represents ~49% premium to the current price.