Articles by James Calloway
Zip Co Launches $50M Buyback Amid Investor Jitters Over Flat Outlook
Zip Co plans a $50 million share buyback after its stock plunged 37% in two days. The move comes despite management forecasting flat second-half earnings and increased credit losses.
Telstra Retreats After Earnings Surge, Boosts Buyback to A$1.25B
Telstra Group shares declined 0.6% to A$5.11 Friday, giving back some of Thursday's post-earnings surge. The company expanded its share repurchase program to A$1.25 billion and tightened its full-year earnings forecast.
BHP Shares Edge Higher on Strong Earnings, Dividend in Focus
BHP shares closed slightly higher following better-than-expected half-year earnings and a dividend declaration. Analysts are divided on the outlook amid concerns over capital expenditure and iron ore prices.
Aristocrat Leisure Shares Slide on Interactive Growth Concerns
Aristocrat Leisure shares declined sharply following its annual meeting, where management noted interactive content revenue is lagging behind targets. The stock closed near a 52-week low.
NAB Shares Hold Gains After Strong Q1; Brokers Raise Targets Amid Valuation Concerns
National Australia Bank shares held near recent highs after reporting a 15% rise in first-quarter cash earnings. While several brokers increased their price targets, Morningstar warned the stock is 'materially overvalued.'
Nvidia Shares Dip as Market Awaits Earnings, Meta Deal Provides Support
Nvidia shares declined 0.7% to $186.69 in Thursday trading, giving back some of Wednesday's gains. The pullback comes ahead of next week's quarterly earnings report and amid broader semiconductor sector weakness.
Salesforce Shares Dip on Growth Concerns, AI Acquisition Ahead of Earnings
Salesforce shares declined over 1% after UBS reduced its price target, highlighting a lack of clear growth acceleration. The company also announced an acquisition to bolster its AI platform with more voice and video data.
Kitwave Shares Dip on Profit Warning Ahead of Takeover Vote
Kitwave Group PLC shares declined after the wholesaler reported quarterly profits fell materially behind expectations and cautioned about persistent margin pressures. The stock now trades just below a pending 295 pence-per-share takeover offer.
Diageo Shares Decline Ahead of Interim Results Amid Demand Concerns
Diageo shares declined in London trading as the spirits group prepares to release interim results on February 25, with investors monitoring demand trends in key markets.
BAE Systems Stock Holds Gains on Record Backlog and Dividend Outlook
BAE Systems shares steadied near recent highs following robust 2025 results, a record £83.6 billion order backlog, and positive 2026 guidance. Investors are focused on future cash returns and execution.
Glencore Shares Dip on $2B Payout Plan Amid EBITDA Decline
Glencore shares declined 2% in London trading following its full-year results, which included a $2 billion cash return plan and a 6% EBITDA drop. Market attention centers on Congo copper operations and softer energy trading earnings.
Rio Tinto Shares Drop on Earnings Shortfall, Higher Iron Ore Costs
Rio Tinto's stock declined 3.1% in early London trading after reporting underlying earnings of $10.9 billion for 2025, slightly below analyst forecasts. The company announced a $6.5 billion dividend and projected increased iron ore production costs for the coming year.