Today, February 17, 2026, marks a watershed moment for one of the stalwarts of the New York Stock Exchange. Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) has officially announced a definitive plan to separate its business into two independent, publicly traded entities: Global Automotive and Global Industrial. The news, delivered alongside the company’s Q4 2025 earnings report, [...]
Auto and industrial parts retailer Genuine Parts (NYSE:GPC) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025 as sales rose 4.1% year on year to $6.01 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.55 per share was 14.8% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Retailers are overhauling their operations as technology redefines the shopping experience. Still, demand can be volatile as the industry is exposed to the ups and downs of consumer spending.
This has stirred some uncertainty lately as retail stocks have lagged the market over the past six months, posting a return of 2.2% compared to 7.3% for the S&P 500.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability.
But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.
Many investors pay attention to mid-cap stocks because they have established business models and expansive market opportunities.
However, their paths to becoming $100 billion corporations are ripe with competition, ranging from giants with vast resources to agile upstarts eager to disrupt the status quo.
Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.
When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention.
These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.
As of late 2025, LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) stands at a critical crossroads. Long celebrated as the undisputed king of the automotive "circular economy," the company has spent two decades aggressively rolling up salvage yards and aftermarket distributors across North America and Europe. However, 2025 has marked a fundamental shift in its narrative. No longer [...]
As of January 1, 2026, the American automotive landscape has reached a historic turning point. For the first time in history, the average age of light vehicles on U.S. roads has hit a staggering 13.0 years. This milestone marks the culmination of a decade-long trend that has transformed
Retailers are evolving to meet the expectations of modern, tech-savvy shoppers. This includes developing an online presence to fend off e-commerce competitors, a strategy that has helped the industry maintain steady demand by giving it more sales channels.
In turn, retail stocks were up 20.8% over the past six months compared to 13.9% for the S&P 500.
Phoenix, AZ – December 10, 2025 – In a remarkable testament to corporate resilience and strategic execution, Carvana Co. (NYSE: CVNA) has achieved its longest winning run on record, culminating in its much-anticipated inclusion in the prestigious S&P 500 index. This dramatic turnaround, from the brink of bankruptcy just two years
Many investors pay attention to mid-cap stocks because they have established business models and expansive market opportunities.
However, their paths to becoming $100 billion corporations are ripe with competition, ranging from giants with vast resources to agile upstarts eager to disrupt the status quo.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability.
But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.
Even if a company is profitable, it doesn’t always mean it’s a great investment.
Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.
