The American industrial engine has officially shifted back into high gear. According to the latest data released in February 2026, the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index surged to 52.6, marking the first time the sector has entered expansion territory in nearly a year. This pivotal reading signals
Over the last six months, Genpact’s shares have sunk to $37.95, producing a disappointing 16.5% loss - a stark contrast to the S&P 500’s 6.2% gain. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.
The U.S. stock market has crossed a historic threshold as the fourth-quarter 2025 earnings season draws to a close this February 2026. Defying mid-year fears of a restrictive monetary policy "hangover" and a disruptive 43-day government shutdown, the S&P 500 has officially notched its fifth consecutive quarter of
The U.S. economy in February 2026 has become a study in contradictions, presenting a "mixed bag" of data that has effectively paralyzed the Federal Reserve’s immediate policy path. Recent reports highlight a cooling industrial sector, with the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) softening to 51.9, a sign
As of February 24, 2026, the global logistics landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, and at the center of this shift is C.H. Robinson Worldwide (NASDAQ: CHRW). Long regarded as the "blue chip" of the third-party logistics (3PL) sector, the company has spent the last year navigating a volatile mix of stagnant freight volumes, aggressive [...]
From novel pharmaceuticals to telemedicine, most healthcare companies are on a mission to drive better patient outcomes. Those leading the charge have not only realized strong financial performance but also propelled the broader industry’s returns
as healthcare stocks have gained 10.6% over the past six months while the S&P 500 was up 7.3%.
Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages.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.
General Electric announces a joint U.S. Air Force contract valued at $12.4 million to design a next-generation engine for small Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA).
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a landmark decision that could redefine the backbone of America’s critical infrastructure, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted unanimously on February 18, 2026, to approve the expansion of the 900 MHz broadband segment. This regulatory pivot, shifting the available spectrum from a 6 MHz to
For over two years, the story of the American stock market was a tale of two economies: the "Magnificent Seven" tech giants sprinting ahead on the fumes of artificial intelligence hype, and the remaining 493 companies in the S&P 500 largely treading water. However, as of February 20, 2026,
As the February 2026 earnings season draws to a close, the narrative dominating Wall Street is one of remarkable corporate resilience. Despite lingering concerns regarding high interest rates and geopolitical shifts, the S&P 500 (INDEXSP:.INX) has delivered its fifth consecutive quarter of double-digit earnings growth. This streak of
Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ: HON) currently finds itself at a critical juncture. For years, the company was hailed as the "gold standard" of the multi-industry model, but in recent years, investors have demanded more focus and less complexity. Today, Honeywell is responding with a radical "simplification" strategy. The company is actively spinning off its major [...]
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.
The United States manufacturing sector, long written off by skeptics as a casualty of high interest rates and global trade volatility, has roared back to life in early 2026. Fresh data released this week shows that manufacturing output rose by a surprising 0.7% in January, more than doubling consensus
The United States industrial sector delivered a powerful opening statement for 2026, as fresh data reveals an unexpected surge in domestic production and manufacturing. According to the Federal Reserve’s latest report released mid-February, total industrial production climbed 0.7% in January, a figure that significantly outpaced the consensus Wall
The U.S. Department of Commerce released its highly anticipated Durable Goods Orders report on February 18, 2026, revealing a striking divergence in the American industrial sector. While the headline figure showed a contraction due to the inherent volatility of the aerospace industry, the "core" measures of manufacturing health painted
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a powerful display of economic resilience that has caught Wall Street off guard, U.S. industrial production and manufacturing output surged in January 2026, significantly exceeding economist forecasts. Data released by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, revealed that total industrial production rose by
NEW YORK — The New York manufacturing sector continues to defy gravity in early 2026. According to the Empire State Manufacturing Survey released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, industrial activity in the state posted a reading of 7.1 for February. While this marks a minor step back
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is often seen as a benchmark for strong businesses, but that doesn’t mean every stock is worth owning.
Some companies face significant challenges, whether it’s stagnating growth, heavy debt, or disruptive new competitors.
