The US dollar has plummeted against the Canadian dollar on Tuesday, but still looks to be supported below, despite the tough day. Even though there was selling, has anything truly changed at this point?
Anteris Technologies shares surged over 52% in after-hours trading following the announcement of a $200 million public offering and a strategic investment from Medtronic.
Renowned investor Kevin O’Leary emphasized the significance of owning energy infrastructure in the cryptocurrency realm on Tuesday, adding that at the right price, electricity can hold greater value than Bitcoin (CRY
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized the Federal Reserve for several ethical lapses and policy missteps, which he said have resulted in losses amounting to several billion dollars a year.
Industrial conglomerate 3M (NYSE:MMM) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 3.7% year on year to $6.02 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.83 per share was 1.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Electronic brokerage firm Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ:IBKR) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 17.3% year on year to $1.67 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.65 per share was 11% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Bank of America’s fourth quarter results were marked by robust revenue growth and higher earnings per share versus Wall Street expectations, but the market responded negatively. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to strong loan and deposit growth, increased net interest income, and disciplined expense management. CEO Brian Moynihan described the period as one that "delivered 7% year-over-year revenue growth," highlighting the impact of operating leverage and ongoing investments in technology and digital capabilities. However, challenges around expense growth and the impact of an accounting method change drew analyst attention during the call.
Financial services giant U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 5% year on year to $7.36 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.26 per share was 6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Wells Fargo’s fourth quarter was met with a significant negative market reaction, as revenue fell short of Wall Street’s expectations despite year-over-year growth. Management cited broad-based gains across consumer and commercial businesses, with CEO Charles Scharf highlighting momentum in fee-based revenue and expense discipline. Scharf pointed to ongoing headcount reductions and operational efficiencies as key contributors to positive operating leverage, while also acknowledging the impact of continued investments in digital channels and branch refurbishments. The company maintained strong credit performance, with net charge-offs declining and no meaningful shifts in consumer behavior.
Citigroup’s fourth quarter results were met with a significant negative market reaction as the company’s revenue and non-GAAP profit both fell short of Wall Street expectations. Management attributed the shortfall to a combination of tough year-over-year comparisons in the markets segment, higher compensation and technology expenses, and the impact of a notable item related to its Russia operations. CEO Jane Fraser acknowledged ongoing challenges but emphasized the bank’s progress in transforming its core businesses, citing record revenues in services, markets, banking, and wealth. Fraser stated, “We remain focused on executing our strategy and transformation,” while noting that over 80% of key transformation programs are now at or near their target state.
Regional banking company Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:FITB) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 5% year on year to $2.35 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.08 per share was 7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Industrial supplier Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 11.1% year on year to $2.03 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.26 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.
Regional banking company KeyCorp (NYSE:KEY) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 12.5% year on year to $2.01 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.41 per share was 6.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
United Community Banks delivered a steady fourth quarter, with revenue coming in above Wall Street expectations and non-GAAP earnings per share matching consensus estimates. Management pointed to continued margin expansion, disciplined cost management, and stable credit quality as key factors supporting the company’s performance. CEO Lynn Harton highlighted strong momentum in loan originations, particularly in commercial and small business lending, while also noting that nonperforming assets and past dues remained at low levels. The bank’s focus on operational efficiency and its ability to grow both retail and small business production helped drive profitability in the quarter.
Streaming video giant Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 17.6% year on year to $12.05 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $12.16 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.56 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.
Regional banking company Peoples Bancorp (NASDAQ:PEBO) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 5.2% year on year to $119.6 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.94 per share was 7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Homebuilder D.R. Horton (NYSE:DHI) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 9.5% year on year to $6.89 billion. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $34.25 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.03 per share was 6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Residential lot developer Forestar Group (NYSE:FOR) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9% year on year to $273 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $1.65 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.30 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.
The Japanese Yen (JPY) regains positive traction against its American counterpart during the Asian session on Wednesday, following the previous day's two-way price swings, and seems poised to climb further.
Gavin Newsom slams Trump's leadership and calls out European allies for appeasement at Davos. He warns against traditional diplomacy with Trump and urges leaders to stand up to his aggression.
Coinbase Global Inc. CEO Brian Armstrong celebrated the inaugurations of Abigail Spanberger as Governor of Virginia and Mikie Sherrill as Governor of New Jersey, framing it as a win for pro-cryptocurrency politicians
Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages.
Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.
Business services providers play a critical role for enterprises, assisting them with everything from new hardware integrations to consulting and marketing. Furthermore, the demand for their offerings is rising as more clients outsource non-core functions,
a trend that has enabled the industry to return 8.7% over the past six months, almost identical to the S&P 500.
Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages.
Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.
Large-cap stocks have the power to shape entire industries thanks to their size and widespread influence.
With such vast footprints, however, finding new areas for growth is much harder than for smaller, more agile players.
Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.
While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success.
Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".
The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead.
They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.
