Europe's status as a significant importer of oil has left the bloc painfully exposed to the largest energy shock on record — but not all of the continent's underlying countries, sectors and companies are affected equally. HSBC analysts on Thursday outlined ways to 'energy-proof' a portfolio of European equities, reflecting their own positioning on the continent. The bank's largest overweight is to...
Europe's status as a significant importer of oil has left the bloc painfully exposed to the largest energy shock on record — but not all of the continent's underlying countries, sectors and companies are affected equally. HSBC analysts on Thursday outlined ways to 'energy-proof' a portfolio of European equities, reflecting their own positioning on the continent. The bank's largest overweight is to the U.K., which its analysts think can act as a "stagflation hedge" while benefiting from potential Middle East de-escalation with a "further relief rally in financials." The strategists prefer France to Germany, upgrading the former to 'overweight' and downgrading the latter to 'neutral'. France stands out for its resilience, HSBC said, as it boasts a more diverse energy mix than regional peers — including strong output from nuclear and renewable sources. European equity funds' positioning in French equities has fallen to its lowest level in almost 8 years, which HSBC uses as a contrarian buy signal. "Lastly, we think that France's key aerospace and defense companies – Safran , Airbus , Thales and Dassault – are mostly large global players with dual civil & defense revenue streams, whereas the German defense sub-sector – [which comprises] 5.7% of FTSE Germany – appears narrower," the analysts added. HSBC is most bullish towards financials, despite the industry's exposure to changes in oil and gas prices. This is because banks' profits are heavily influenced by inflation and consumer spending, both of which could affect interest rates if the conflict is prolonged significantly. In its analysis of the 100 most sensitive stocks to changes in oil and gas prices, financials represent the highest number of names, closely followed by industrials and consumer cyclicals. "Rather than a deterrent to our overweight positioning in financials, this actually suggests there could be more potential for a financials relief rally, if the Middle East conflict continues to de-escalate," the ...
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If you think the Oracle of Omaha is one of the greatest investment minds of our generation, take a gander at some of Alphabet's public and private investment gains since 2015.
If you think the Oracle of Omaha is one of the greatest investment minds of our generation, take a gander at some of Alphabet's public and private investment gains since 2015.
Key PointsThe retirement of Warren Buffett as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO means the crown for Wall Street's top investor is up for grabs -- and it may belong to Alphabet.
Key PointsThe retirement of Warren Buffett as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO means the crown for Wall Street's top investor is up for grabs -- and it may belong to Alphabet.
CenterPoint (CNP) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -3.78% and -1.44%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
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Solution empowers small business owners to maintain a consistent, accurate presence as AI reshapes digital search resultsCHICAGO, April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With Small Business Month approaching in May, TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) today announced the launch of Digital Business Profile, an affordable, easy-to-use solution designed to help small businesses ensure their information is represented ...
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Robert Michaud Lockheed Martin ( LMT ), the largest U.S. defense contractor and maker of fighter jets, missile systems and military spacecraft, reported results on Thursday that missed Wall Street expectations for both revenue and earnings. Shares of Lockheed ( LMT ) fell 3.2% in premarket trading. As of Wednesday’s close, the stock was up 20% over the prior 12 months. First-quarter sales were $18...
Robert Michaud Lockheed Martin ( LMT ), the largest U.S. defense contractor and maker of fighter jets, missile systems and military spacecraft, reported results on Thursday that missed Wall Street expectations for both revenue and earnings. Shares of Lockheed ( LMT ) fell 3.2% in premarket trading. As of Wednesday’s close, the stock was up 20% over the prior 12 months. First-quarter sales were $18.02 billion, roughly flat from $17.96 billion a year earlier, and below analysts’ consensus estimate of $18.25 billion. Net income fell to $1.49 billion, or $6.44 a share, from $1.71 billion, or $7.28 a share, a year earlier, with earnings missing estimates of $6.69 a share. Lockheed ( LMT ) is best known for flagship weapons programs including the F-35 fighter jet, F-22 Raptor, Patriot and THAAD missile defense systems, Black Hawk and Seahawk helicopters through Sikorsky, and space programs such as the Orion lunar capsule. Missiles strong, aeronautics weaker “Lockheed Martin's superior capabilities in delivering advanced defense technology and systems and in space exploration have been proven again and again in 2026,” Chairman and Chief Executive Jim Taiclet said in the earnings release. The company’s missiles and fire control division posted one of the strongest quarters, with sales rising 8% to $3.65 billion as production ramped on Patriot PAC-3 systems, JASSM, LRASM and Precision Strike Missile programs. But aeronautics sales slipped 1% to $6.95 billion, pressured by lower classified program volume and F-16 weakness. Rotary and mission systems revenue fell 8% to $3.99 billion, while space sales rose 7% to $3.43 billion. Margins and cash flow under pressure Business segment operating profit declined 13% to $1.82 billion. Consolidated operating profit fell to $2.06 billion from $2.37 billion a year earlier. Cash from operations dropped sharply to $220 million from $1.41 billion a year earlier, which the company said was mainly due to higher working capital and billing tim...
NoDerog Hasbro ( HAS ) rallied in early action on Thursday after providing a guidance update. The toy seller said its Q1 got off to a strong start, with preliminary revenue of about $970M to $985M, up 9% to 11% from last year, driven by continued strength in the MAGIC: THE GATHERING business. The guidance range is well above the consensus expectation of $909M. The company also reiterated its full-...
NoDerog Hasbro ( HAS ) rallied in early action on Thursday after providing a guidance update. The toy seller said its Q1 got off to a strong start, with preliminary revenue of about $970M to $985M, up 9% to 11% from last year, driven by continued strength in the MAGIC: THE GATHERING business. The guidance range is well above the consensus expectation of $909M. The company also reiterated its full-year 2026 outlook, including 3% to 5% constant-currency revenue growth, a 24% to 25% adjusted operating margin, and adjusted EBITDA of $1.40B to $1.45B. Hasbro ( HAS ) also updated investors on the unauthorized network access it previously disclosed, saying the incident appears contained and that Hasbro is making progress restoring systems and operations. Management noted that the issue did not affect Q1 financial results, but it did slow the preparation and filing of quarterly results because some systems were taken offline as a precaution. Hasbro ( HAS ) said it continues to work with cybersecurity and forensic experts, and it remains able to take orders and ship product, although the Consumer Products segment may see some second-quarter pressure from processing, shipping, and invoicing delays. Importantly, Hasbro ( HAS ) noted that MAGIC: THE GATHERING shipments and release cadence have continued as planned in Q2, including the April release of Secrets of Strixhaven. The company said it expects some delayed Q2 consumer product shipments to be made up in the second half of the year. Shares of Hasbro ( HAS ) soared 8.2% in premarket trading on Thursday to $98.00 vs. the 52-week range of $56.64 to $106.98. More on Hasbro Hasbro: MAGIC Strength Increasingly Reflected (Downgrade) Hasbro, Inc. (HAS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript Hasbro, Inc. 2025 Q4 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation Hasbro dips after confirming decision to transition away from a toy supplier in India Hasbro's network suffered security breach
Roman Tiraspolsky Blackstone ( BX ) Q1 earnings benefited from continued inflows and market appreciation across most of its strategies. Infrastructure and Tactical Opportunities turned in the strongest returns of the quarter, while its Liquid Credit and Opportunistic Real Estate strategies had negative returns. Total assets under management of $1.304T at Dec. 31, 2025, vs. the Visible Alpha consen...
Roman Tiraspolsky Blackstone ( BX ) Q1 earnings benefited from continued inflows and market appreciation across most of its strategies. Infrastructure and Tactical Opportunities turned in the strongest returns of the quarter, while its Liquid Credit and Opportunistic Real Estate strategies had negative returns. Total assets under management of $1.304T at Dec. 31, 2025, vs. the Visible Alpha consensus of $1.277T, rose from $1.275T at Dec. 31, 2025. Fee-earning AUM increased to $937.6B from $921.7B at the end of Q4 2025. Net inflows of $52.6B (vs. Visible Alpha estimate of $54.3B) compared with inflows of $71.5B in the prior quarter. "Blackstone delivered outstanding first‑quarter results despite the turbulent environment, highlighted by almost $70B of inflows and positive appreciation across nearly all of our flagship strategies," said Chairman and CEO Stephen A. Schwarzman. Q1 distributable EPS of $1.36, vs. the consensus of $1.34, increased from $1.75 in Q4 2025 and $1.09 in last year’s Q1. Blackstone ( BX ) stock slid 2.4% in Thursday premarket trading. Q1 fee-related earnings of $1.55B, or $1.26 per share, beating the Visible Alpha consensus of $1.53B, rose from $1.54B, or $1.25 per share, in Q4 and $1.26B, or $1.03 per share, in Q1 2025. Net management and advisory fees were $2.13B, up from $2.06B in the previous quarter and $1.89B a year ago. At the end of the quarter, Blackstone ( BX ) had undrawn capital for investment, or dry powder, of $213.3B vs. $198.3B at the end of Q1. During the quarter, the company deployed $35.6B of capital and recorded realizations of $35.9B. Total expenses of $2.26B vs. $2.12B in Q4 and $1.89B in last year’s Q1. Compensation and benefit expenses climbed to $1.74B from $1.54B in the prior quarter and $1.43B a year ago. Q1 investment performance by segment (appreciation/gross returns): Real Estate Opportunistic: -0.9% Core: +0.8% Private Equity Corporate Private Equity: +3.2% Tactical Opportunities: +3.6% Secondaries: +0.7% Infrastru...