ridham supriyanto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Deckers Outdoor Corporation ( DECK ) manufactures and markets footwear and apparel globally. Its two most recognized and highest-growth brands are HOKA and UGG, which I will be talking extensively about in this article today. I started covering the firm back in 2024, with an initial hold rating, highlighting the firm's attractive growth and robus...
ridham supriyanto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Deckers Outdoor Corporation ( DECK ) manufactures and markets footwear and apparel globally. Its two most recognized and highest-growth brands are HOKA and UGG, which I will be talking extensively about in this article today. I started covering the firm back in 2024, with an initial hold rating, highlighting the firm's attractive growth and robust fundamentals but underlying the valuation as the primary concern. Later on in 2024, I reiterated my rating due to the same reasons. Analysis history (Author) Since my last writing, DECK's share price declined by as much as 21%, significantly underperforming both the broader market ( SPY ) and the consumer discretionary sector ( XLY ). Data by YCharts As the company just reported earnings recently - and they reported great numbers - and as the valuation appears significantly more reasonable now than it did when I last wrote about the firm, I believe an update to my thesis is necessary at this point. In my writing today I will be focusing on the firm's latest results, its valuation, and its prospects going forward. I will be using economic indicators in my analysis as well - such as consumer confidence - to gauge how the demand in general is likely to shape up in the coming months and quarters. Earnings results In the most recent quarter, DECK achieved record revenues as sales totaled as much as $1.96 billion. Bottom-line results were $3.33 per share, also a record, and $0.57 above analyst expectations. So let me start breaking down these results and explain why I find these figures exceptional. 1.) Sales growth. Net sales increased by 7.1% year-over-year, or 6.8% on a constant currency basis. Both of the firm's flagship brands - UGG and HOKA - posted strong growth numbers. HOKA sales increased by as much as 18.5%, reaching $628.9 million. The already bigger brand, UGG, grew at a slightly slower, but still strong pace of 4.9% achieving $1.3 billion sales. These figures by t...
KathyDewar/iStock Unreleased via Getty Images I am issuing a Buy recommendation on Hitachi ( OTCPK:HTHIY ) ( OTCPK:HTHIF ) following Hitachi's impressive 3Q25 earnings, alongside the huge potential upside for growth and TAM expansion as the Hitachi Energy begins to expand its offerings beyond grid infrastructure hardware to Software-as-a-Service grid management software with its propriety AI-power...
KathyDewar/iStock Unreleased via Getty Images I am issuing a Buy recommendation on Hitachi ( OTCPK:HTHIY ) ( OTCPK:HTHIF ) following Hitachi's impressive 3Q25 earnings, alongside the huge potential upside for growth and TAM expansion as the Hitachi Energy begins to expand its offerings beyond grid infrastructure hardware to Software-as-a-Service grid management software with its propriety AI-powered solution, HMAX technology. The stock has appreciated significantly since my last publication in September 2025 here , but even at current multiples, Hitachi's valuation still lags close peers GE Vernova ( GEV ) and Siemens Energy ( SMEGF ), and I believe this gap should narrow in time to come as Hitachi unveils its SaaS offering and embark on further corporate restructurings and divestments. I initiated my Strong Buy coverage on Hitachi here back in June 2025, with my main investment thesis anchored on a potential multiple re-rating and Hitachi being main beneficiary of the global energy transition and digital transformation theme. I wrote a follow on article here in Sep 2025 covering Hitachi's mixed bag of earnings in 1Q25, but reiterated my Strong Buy recommendation on Hitachi. The stock is up 31.1% since Sep's publication, outperforming the TOPIX Index (+17.6%) in the same period. Seeking Alpha 3Q25 earnings impressed, FY outlook raised Hitachi reported a stellar set of earnings for Q3. The following breakdown and key data are summarized by me, retrieved as per latest published earnings presentation and announcement ( here ). Q3 revenue of ¥2,714.1bn (+7% Y/Y) and adjusted operation profits of ¥346.2bn. Revenue from Energy, Mobility and Connective Industries ( CI ) topped market expectations, with the company announcing an upward revision for FY25 earnings. Full-year guidance for sales/adjusted EBITA was raised to ¥10.5 tn/¥1,260 bn, from ¥10.3 tn/¥1,210 bn previously. Hitachi reported a beat-and-raise third quarter, driven by continued strength in Energy and Mobility...
spawns/iStock via Getty Images By Zain Vawda Oil prices have slipped 6% today in what is a poor start to the month. This comes after an impressive rally in the month of January. WTI finished January with gains of around 14%, but that turned sour this morning with a 5% plunge in the Asian session. This sharp reversal appears to be driven by a combination of diplomatic shifts in the Middle East and ...
spawns/iStock via Getty Images By Zain Vawda Oil prices have slipped 6% today in what is a poor start to the month. This comes after an impressive rally in the month of January. WTI finished January with gains of around 14%, but that turned sour this morning with a 5% plunge in the Asian session. This sharp reversal appears to be driven by a combination of diplomatic shifts in the Middle East and strategic supply decisions by major producers. The primary drivers behind the drop The most immediate catalyst for the price drop is the sudden cooling of tensions between the United States and Iran. Just a week ago, markets were pricing in a significant risk of military conflict after US President Donald Trump hinted at potential strikes. However, remarks made by the President on Sunday expressing hope for a new deal with Iran, with a meeting scheduled for Friday this week, have dramatically pivoted investor sentiment. The prospect of a diplomatic breakthrough suggests a potential easing of sanctions. If an agreement is reached, Iran, a major OPEC member, could legally return significant volumes of crude to the global market. This "peace premium" being removed from the price of oil has led to a rapid sell-off, as traders recalibrate for a more well-supplied market than previously feared. OPEC+ maintains the status quo Adding to the downward pressure, OPEC+ concluded its latest meeting with a decision to keep production levels unchanged for March. While the group’s "cautious approach" is intended to maintain market stability, it failed to provide the bullish spark some investors were hoping for. By reaffirming a freeze on planned production increases, OPEC+ signaled that they anticipate seasonally weaker demand in the coming months. Taking a look at US drilling activity, it appears to be in a slump because low prices are making new investments less attractive for energy companies. Recent data from Baker Hughes shows that the number of active oil rigs held steady at 411 last...
(RTTNews) - Indian shares opened on a buoyant note Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an immediate reduction in reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent from 25 percent. A White House official confirmed that the Russian oil-linked tariffs will be dropped as part of the agreement and other tariffs lowered to put the rate at 18 percent. "Self-confidence is that power with th...
(RTTNews) - Indian shares opened on a buoyant note Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an immediate reduction in reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent from 25 percent. A White House official confirmed that the Russian oil-linked tariffs will be dropped as part of the agreement and other tariffs lowered to put the rate at 18 percent. "Self-confidence is that power with the help of which everything is possible. This very power of the countrymen will prove extremely useful in realizing the dream of a developed India," PM Modi said in a post on X after announcement of the trade deal. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stated that the agreement will further strengthen the trust between both countries and will significantly boost confidence in business, trade, and investment. The benchmark BSE Sensex was up 2,240 points, or 2.7 percent, at 83,907 in early trade while the broader NSE Nifty index surged by 690 points, or 2.8 percent, to 25,778. Among the top gainers, Mahindra & Mahindra, Reliance Industries, Larsen & Toubro, Axis Bank, Sun Pharma, Bajaj FinServ, Eternal, Bajaj Finance, Indigo and Adani Ports soared 4-8 percent. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Key Points Lemonade stock rose nearly 22% in January 2026, boosted by a new Tesla-specific insurance plan. The new Lemonade Autonomous Car plan cuts per-mile insurance fees in half when Tesla's full self-driving feature is active. The thesis behind the discount is that autonomous vehicles will have fewer accidents, leading to fewer claims. 10 stocks we like better than Lemonade › Shares of Lemonad...
Key Points Lemonade stock rose nearly 22% in January 2026, boosted by a new Tesla-specific insurance plan. The new Lemonade Autonomous Car plan cuts per-mile insurance fees in half when Tesla's full self-driving feature is active. The thesis behind the discount is that autonomous vehicles will have fewer accidents, leading to fewer claims. 10 stocks we like better than Lemonade › Shares of Lemonade (NYSE: LMND) rose 21.9% in January 2026, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. The highly computerized insurance company launched a very specific car insurance plan last month. Lemonade had signaled this move earlier, but investors still acted as if it were an unexpected announcement. Lemonade's new plan rewards hands-free driving Lemonade started January on a high note. The stock had been on a rampage for several months. By the end of January 19, it had gained 138.3% in 52 weeks. The earnings reports in August and November showed strong sales and positive earnings surprises, along with improved figures in industry-specific metrics such as loss ratios and gross earned premium. Market momentum from those reports carried Lemonade's stock higher in early January, too. Just before the new insurance plan launch, that was good for a 9.9% gain month-to-date. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now, when you join Stock Advisor. See the stocks » On January 21, Lemonade unveiled a new car insurance plan, specifically designed for Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) vehicles. The Lemonade Autonomous Car plan charges insurance premiums per mile, like some of Lemonade's existing offerings. Electric vehicles also enjoy lower rates than gas-powered cars, so discounts for Tesla drivers already existed. But the new insurance plan cuts the mileage fee in half when the car's full self-driving (FSD) feature is active. In other words, handing the wheel over to Tesla's FSD results in much lower insurance premi...