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The Coca-Cola Co. announced a 3.9% increase in its quarterly dividend on Thursday, marking more than six decades of consistent payout growth for the beverage giant. Shareholders will now receive 53 cents per share, up from 51 cents, as the company continues to prioritize capital returns despite a volatile global market.
Upbound Group shares rallied on Thursday after the parent of Rent-A-Center and Acima reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings and revenue that outpaced Wall Street estimates, bolstered by strong performance in its fintech and leasing segments.
Industrial manufacturer Mueller Industries announced a significant 40% increase to its quarterly cash dividend on Thursday, raising the payout to 35 cents per share. The boost signals a robust capital return strategy, with the new distribution scheduled for payment on March 27 to shareholders of record as of March 13.
Takeda Pharmaceutical announced Thursday that nearly half of pediatric patients in a Phase 3 trial achieved clinical remission using Entyvio, a significant milestone for children battling moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. The study focused on patients between the ages of two and 17 who had previously failed to respond to standard treatments, clearing the path for upcoming regulatory filings in the U.S. and Europe.
Neptune Insurance Holdings saw its stock price climb on Thursday after the flood insurance specialist reported fourth-quarter revenue that significantly outperformed analyst expectations, offsetting a year-over-year decline in net income.
Jack in the Box stock tumbled Thursday after the fast-food operator reported a surprise first-quarter loss and missed adjusted earnings estimates, despite a slight revenue beat that failed to reassure investors.
Shares of Madrigal Pharmaceuticals dropped 8.5% on Thursday morning after the company reported a fourth-quarter loss that significantly outpaced Wall Street estimates, overshadowing a massive surge in revenue.
Shares of Bandwidth rallied on Thursday morning after the cloud communications firm posted fourth-quarter adjusted earnings that cleared Wall Street estimates and provided a first-quarter revenue forecast that exceeded analyst projections.
Herbalife shares surged 19% on Thursday after the company topped quarterly revenue estimates and secured a $7.5 million investment from soccer icon Cristiano Ronaldo. The deal gives Ronaldo a stake in the company’s new personalized nutrition platform, fueling a rally that saw the stock touch a 52-week high of $20.34.
Integer Holdings shares climbed late Thursday after the medical device manufacturer reported fourth-quarter results that surpassed Wall Street estimates and issued a bullish full-year outlook. The company posted adjusted earnings of $1.76 per share on revenue of $472.1 million, signaling sustained demand in the contract manufacturing sector.
Remitly Global shares jumped 29% Thursday after the digital remittance firm reported a fourth-quarter profit and issued revenue guidance that surpassed Wall Street expectations. The company also named former Amazon executive Sebastian Gunningham as its new chief executive officer, effective immediately, as it pivots toward sustained profitability.
Matthews International, a global provider of memorialization products and industrial technologies, announced Thursday that J. Michael Nauman will serve as its new board chair. Nauman, the former chief executive of Brady Corp., succeeds Alvaro Garcia-Tunon as the company refreshes its top oversight role.
Oil futures climbed on Thursday as a significant U.S. military buildup in the Middle East sparked fears of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, pushing Brent crude above the $70 mark for the first time since July.
U.S. commercial crude oil inventories tumbled by 9 million barrels last week, defying analyst expectations of a build as domestic exports surged and refinery activity ramped up. According to data released Thursday by the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the sharp decline for the week ended Feb. 13 leaves national stockpiles approximately 5% below the seasonal five-year average.
Toronto stocks trended upward on Thursday as a surge in energy production and a narrowing trade deficit provided a buffer against volatility in the tech and consumer sectors. The S&P/TSX Composite Index climbed 0.3% to close at 33472.68, buoyed by strong quarterly results from Cenovus Energy and a rebound in national gold exports.
Talkspace shares surged more than 26% on Thursday after the virtual therapy provider reported fourth-quarter profit and revenue that comfortably cleared Wall Street expectations. The company’s growth was primarily fueled by a sharp rise in payor-related revenue, pushing the stock to a new annual peak of $4.93.
The Canadian government has ordered its financial intelligence agency, Fintrac, to immediately prioritize the disruption of extortion networks as reported crime rates reach a decade-high peak. Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne issued the directive on Thursday, mandating closer cooperation between the agency, commercial banks, and law enforcement to dismantle the financial infrastructure supporting coercive criminal activity.
Bitdeer Technologies Group shares tumbled 17% to $8 on Monday after the company announced a registered direct offering of Class A ordinary shares to specific holders of its convertible senior notes. The move, intended to restructure existing debt and fund aggressive growth in artificial intelligence, triggered immediate investor concerns over potential share dilution.
Canadian Tire Corp. shares climbed more than 6% on Thursday after the retailer reported fourth-quarter revenue and adjusted profit that outpaced market expectations, fueled by robust holiday demand at its SportChek and Mark’s banners.
Pool Corp shares plummeted Thursday after the wholesale distributor reported fourth-quarter earnings and a 2026 profit forecast that trailed Wall Street estimates, signaling persistent headwinds in the leisure and home improvement sector.
One Stop Systems (OSS) shares surged on Wednesday after the company secured $10.5 million in new awards to supply specialized data storage for the U.S. Navy’s P-8A Poseidon reconnaissance aircraft. The contracts, involving both the Navy and a major defense prime, mark a significant expansion of the company's role in the military's high-performance edge computing sector.
Denison Mines has secured final regulatory clearance to construct the Wheeler River uranium project in Saskatchewan, marking the first approval for a large-scale Canadian uranium mine in over two decades. On Thursday, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) greenlit the project’s environmental assessment and issued the licenses necessary to begin site preparation and mill construction.
Pediatrix Medical Group shares tumbled 13% on Thursday morning after the physician services provider reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings that fell short of analyst expectations, despite a slight revenue beat.
Visteon Corp. shares dropped nearly 9% on Thursday after the automotive technology supplier issued a 2026 sales outlook that trailed Wall Street estimates, overshadowing a stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter performance.
B2Gold Corp. shares tumbled after the Canadian miner reported a fourth-quarter earnings miss, driven by logistical delays at its Fekola mine in Mali and unfavorable currency fluctuations that offset operational gains.
MTY Food Group returned to profitability in its fourth quarter, surpassing analyst expectations for both earnings and revenue even as same-store sales dipped across its U.S. and international restaurant networks.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals announced Thursday that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted priority review to garetosmab, a potential first-in-class treatment for adults with the ultra-rare genetic disorder fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP).
Detroit-based DT Midstream announced on Thursday that its board has approved a 7.3% increase to its quarterly cash dividend, raising the payout to 88 cents per share. The move signals a strengthened commitment to shareholder returns as the natural gas infrastructure provider maintains its growth trajectory.
Dallas-based ATI Inc. has significantly bolstered its capital return strategy, adding $500 million to its existing stock-buyback program to support a multi-year repurchase initiative. The expansion, announced Thursday, underscores the specialty materials manufacturer's commitment to shareholder value amid a robust market valuation.
Nissan is recalling more than 300,000 Rogue SUVs due to critical mechanical defects involving throttle-body gears and potential engine failure, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).