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Jefferies upgraded Hensoldt to Buy from Hold and set a €90 price target, saying substantial advance payments tied to strong 2025 order intake and about €48 billion of planned 2026 proposals support a more optimistic cash-flow outlook for 2026 than current guidance implies. The bank left most operating forecasts intact but trimmed 2026 earnings to r…
A New York judge disclosed that Turkey’s Halkbank is negotiating a deferred prosecution agreement with the U.S. Justice Department in connection with an Iran sanctions matter. A status conference to address the proposed agreement and related documents is set for Wednesday, March 11, and the lender’s shares rose as much as 5.8% in Istanbul after the…
The White House announced the lawful removal of National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman following reports alleging inappropriate alcohol use at work, harassment of staff, misuse of government resources and failure to attend at least half of NTSB meetings. Inman has denied the claims and described the action as a political attack, say…
Anthony X Pan, Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Ascent Industries Co. (ACNT), executed two purchases of common stock on March 6, 2026, totaling $45,234. The trades came as Ascent’s shares fell roughly 25% over the prior week and followed a disappointing fourth-quarter 2025 earnings report that showed a $1 million loss and large r…
Barnes Randall C, a trustee of the Guggenheim Strategic Opportunities Fund (NYSE: GOF), purchased 4,180 common shares on March 6, 2026 at $11.59 per share, a transaction valued at $48,446. The buy takes place while GOF shares trade close to their 52-week low and reflect a high dividend yield according to InvestingPro data.
New York City police are examining whether improvised explosive devices thrown during counterprotests near the mayor’s residence were connected to ISIS. The devices did not explode, two people are in custody but not charged, and the investigation involves the NYPD, federal prosecutors and the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force.
Trustee Barnes Randall C executed a sale of 3,000 shares of Guggenheim Active Allocation Fund (GUG) on March 6, 2026, for $15.85 per share, netting $47,550. After the trade the trustee retains 62,322 shares. The fund currently trades at $15.58, has a market capitalization of $518.78 million, has returned 10.63% over the last year, and carries a 9.0…
The United Arab Emirates reported a sizable reduction in the number of ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles fired at the country on Monday. As of about 4 p.m. local time the UAE recorded 15 ballistic missiles and 18 drones launched toward its territory, with the vast majority intercepted or falling into the sea. Neighboring Gulf states a…
Widespread flight cancellations continue after the conflict involving Iran prompted the closure of key Middle Eastern air hubs. Airlines from Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East have announced suspensions and altered schedules for routes to Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi and other regional destinations, with some carriers keeping serv…
Workiva (WK) has pulled back toward its recent range after a strong 2025 growth run. Revenue momentum, improving profitability and solid free cash flow support a tactical long here. We outline an entry at $63.00, stop at $56.00 and a $85.00 target over a 180-trading-day horizon.
Loni N. Kline, EVP and Chief Growth Officer at Muncy Columbia Financial Corp (OTC: CCFN), purchased 312 shares on March 6, 2026 at $61.85 per share for a total of $19,297. After the transaction Kline holds 810 shares. The stock is trading close to its 52-week high of $62.80, having returned 50.6% over the last year. Muncy Columbia has a market capi…
Equity markets on Monday showed divergent moves across market-cap segments. Several mega-cap names, including Cisco, Wells Fargo, AT&T, Bank of America, General Electric, Morgan Stanley, Tesla and Home Depot, declined. At the same time, a number of large-, mid- and small-cap companies recorded substantial percentage gains, led by specific biotechno…
Smith & Wesson (SWBI) has ripped to a 52-week high but carries weak recent sales momentum, thin profitability, an upcoming ex-dividend, and an overbought technical setup. This trade idea advocates a tactical short for a mean-reversion move back toward the $12 area over the next 10 trading days, with strict risk controls.
Barclays upgraded Leonardo from Equal Weight to Overweight and raised its price target to €68 from €53, citing improving earnings momentum and the potential remediation of the company’s aerostructures business. The bank expects larger EBITA and a doubling of free cash flow by 2030, while noting exposures and valuation metrics that inform its view.
Agilent Technologies said it will acquire privately held Biocare Medical for $950 million in cash, a move the company said will reinforce its position in immunohistochemistry and boost revenue growth and profit margins in the first year. Shares rose 1% to $115 on the announcement. The transaction is subject to regulatory clearance and is expected t…
Jefferies warns the recent Iran conflict has changed the energy market's risk profile, with advancements in drone technology increasing the chance that disruptions at critical maritime and gas export points could trigger prolonged price shocks. The firm advises investors to watch the duration of the conflict and to consider buying during an expecte…
A U.S. judge disclosed that Turkish state-owned Halkbank and the U.S. Department of Justice have reached a deferred prosecution agreement in a protracted criminal case alleging the bank helped Iran skirt American economic sanctions. The filing provided no additional details about the terms of the agreement. The prosecution, dating to 2019, includes…
Jeffrey R. Dunne, a member of Bankwell Financial Group's board, purchased 357 shares of common stock at $46.00 per share on March 6, 2026, through a Deferred Compensation Plan, for a total of $16,422. The filing shows Dunne's mix of restricted and common stock holdings, including additional indirect holdings through the same deferred plan. Separate…
Nasdaq said it will work with Payward, the holding company behind cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, to develop tokenization infrastructure using Payward’s xStocks platform. The collaboration targets blockchain-based versions of traditional financial assets, with an initial focus on enabling corporate actions, proxy voting and shareholder engagement f…
Carlisle Companies combines resilient cash generation, shareholder-friendly capital allocation and exposure to a construction market that is beginning to re-accelerate. The stock is trading well below its 52-week high and shows valuation upside if revenues and margins recover alongside a cyclical pickup in commercial roofing and insulation demand. …
<p>Palantir’s sell-off from the $200 area has created a tactical long opportunity. Strong top-line momentum (reported ~70% Q4 growth), an expanding deal pipeline ($8.6B remaining deal value, +91% YoY), improving technicals and light short-covering combine to favor a measured long. That said, valuation is rich and this is a high-risk trade — the pla…
Berkshire Hathaway's new-era management has restarted disciplined buybacks after a 19-month pause under Warren Buffett. At roughly $491, the stock offers an asymmetric setup: attractive valuation metrics (P/E ~16, P/B ~1.5), ongoing FCF generation (~$19.3B), and a multihundred-billion-dollar cash war chest that can be deployed opportunistically. I'…
Duke Energy said it will privately offer $1 billion of convertible bonds maturing in 2029. The company plans to use net proceeds to repay a portion of its outstanding 4.125% convertible bonds due April 15, 2026, and for general corporate purposes. Shares fell about 1.1% early Monday to $131.01 following the announcement. Duke Energy has a market ca…
Finance ministers from the Group of Seven are scheduled to discuss the possible release of strategic petroleum reserves to ease supply strains tied to the ongoing conflict in Iran, after oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel. The planned meeting, reported by international outlets citing French and EU officials, follows a wave of regional strikes…
Best Buy (BBY) offers a compelling long-term income opportunity: a 5.7% yield, solid free cash flow of $1.51B, and conservative leverage. With EV/EBITDA at 5.5 and P/FCF ~9.2, the stock looks inexpensive for a retailer that continues to expand services and vendor support. This trade targets dividend capture and upside to $82 over a 180-trading-day …
