Canadian Dollar Faces Pressure Following Disappointing Jobs Report

Ongoing weakness in the jobs market, the prospect of a jumbo interest rate cut from the Bank of Canada, and the growing policy divergence with the US Federal Reserve are all hammering the Canadian dollar. Currency watchers say the pain could persist. Following the sharp spike in the unemployment rate in November, many analysts expect […]
Analysts Anticipate ‘Strong’ Costco Could Announce Stock Split Ahead of Earnings Report
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Ahead of Earnings, Analysts Say ‘Robust’ Costco May See Stock Split Key Takeaways Costco Wholesale is set to report earnings after the bell Thursday as it opens its next fiscal year, with analysts expecting rising revenue and profit. Most analysts tracked by Visible Alpha have a “buy” rating, but the average price target suggests they […]
Rebecca Franklin, Ed.D., Appointed New Chief Deputy Director of California Housing Finance Agency
California Housing Finance Agency’s Rebecca Franklin, Ed.D. Selected as New Chief Deputy Director Franklin is the first female to hold the position in CalHFA’s 50-year history SACRAMENTO, Calif., December 09, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rebecca Franklin, Ed.D. is CalHFA’s new Chief Deputy Director following Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcement of her appointment on Friday, November 22, 2024. Franklin has […]
Namib Minerals Poised for Nasdaq Launch After Securing $500 Million SPAC Agreement

The proposed business combination, which implies a pro forma combined enterprise value of $609 million, represents the largest African de-SPAC deal to date, said Namib Minerals, whose management team will continue to lead the business after the closing. “As Namib Minerals takes this significant step toward becoming a publicly traded company, we remain dedicated to […]
Offshore Oil & Gas Welding Market Projected to Reach USD 6.1 Billion

Offshore Oil & Gas Welding Market Size is Expected to Hit USD 6.1 Offshore Oil & Gas Welding Market The offshore oil & gas welding market plays a critical role in the construction, maintenance, and repair of offshore facilities such as rigs, platforms, pipelines, and subsea structures. Welding processes in this sector must meet stringent […]
This Wide-Moat Stock, Currently Undervalued by 23%, Is a Smart Buy for…

ASML ASML stock is down 35% after hitting all-time highs in July. The leader in photolithography systems used in the manufacturing of semiconductors provided weaker-than-expected guidance for 2025, which has depressed its shares. But we think there’s opportunity here. The stock of this wide-moat company trades 23% below our fair value estimate and looks cheap […]
International Battery Metals (FRA:8RE) Operating Cash Flow Valuation

International Battery Metals (FRA:8RE) Price-to-Operating-C Understanding International Battery Metals Price-to-Operating-Cash-Flow Ratio As of December 8, 2024, the stock price for International Battery Metals (IBM) stands at €0.154. The company reported a Cash Flow from Operations per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending in June 2024 of €-0.03, which renders its current Price-to-Operating-Cash-Flow (P/O-CF) […]