Federal Reserve officials are signaling a strong likelihood of additional interest rate cuts through the remainder of 2025, a pivot in monetary policy primarily driven by increasing concerns over a softening labor market and a more optimistic, albeit cautious, outlook on inflation. This proactive stance marks a significant shift, indicating
Sunrun (NASDAQ: RUN), a prominent player in residential solar, recently achieved a significant milestone, reaching a new 12-month high on October 7, 2025, with its stock trading at $20.25. This impressive performance signals robust investor confidence in the company's growth trajectory and sends a ripple of optimism throughout the
The Federal Reserve's recent pivot towards interest rate cuts, initiated in September 2025 and with further reductions anticipated, is sending complex signals through global commodity markets. While the promise of cheaper credit aims to stimulate economic activity and bolster demand for raw materials, these very cuts are largely a response
Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 2.8% in the afternoon session after the company's stock continued to rise following a significant analyst upgrade and news of potential expansion into the data center market.
Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 8.4% in the afternoon session after Jefferies upgraded the stock from "Hold" to "Buy" and significantly raised its price target. Analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith adjusted the price target to $21 from a previous $11, a substantial increase of over 90%. This move from the investment firm reflected a much more positive outlook for the company. Upgrades of this nature often signal to the market that an analyst sees improving business conditions for the company, which can attract investor interest and boost share prices.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a weaker-than-expected U.S. consumer confidence report for September sparked concerns about the economic outlook.
Enphase Energy (NASDAQ: ENPH), a leading global supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, has been battling severe stock turbulence from late 2024 through mid-2025. The company's shares have plummeted by approximately 69.1% from their 52-week high of $124.40 on September 19, 2024, reflecting a significant erosion of
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after a key inflation data aligned with forecasts, bolstering hopes for continued interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on.
However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.
Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street.
Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.
Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 4.2% in the morning session after Goldman Sachs reaffirmed its "buy" rating for the stock and set a price target of $19. The positive analyst view followed the company's successful completion of a $510 million securitization, which involves bundling its residential solar leases and power purchase agreements to raise cash. This transaction marked Sunrun's fifth bond issuance in 2025 and its third in the third quarter alone, enabling the company to raise over $1.5 billion through debt financing during the year. This strong capital-raising activity occurred as the stock had already surged by more than 150% over the previous six months, reflecting significant positive momentum.
While some companies burn cash to fuel expansion, others struggle to turn spending into sustainable growth.
A high cash burn rate without a strong balance sheet can leave investors exposed to significant downside.
Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced the pricing of a $510 million securitization of its leases and power purchase agreements.
Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. But their prominence also brings high exposure to the ups and downs of economic cycles.
Luckily, the tide is turning in their favor as the industry’s 21.7% return over the past six months has topped the S&P 500 by 5.8 percentage points.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after concerns about the health of the U.S. economy grew following a significant downward revision of job market data.
After battling high rates, supply challenges, and shifting policies, the clean energy sector is showing signs of life as several names begin to outperform.
Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 10.2% in the afternoon session after the stock rebounded following several positive analyst actions and favorable sector-wide news. RBC Capital upgraded the stock to "Outperform" from "Sector Perform," and Wells Fargo raised its price target, with both citing increased clarity on long-term opportunities following recent U.S. Treasury guidance. GLJ Research also upgraded its rating on the company. This guidance appears to be a key factor, with analysts noting it's favorable for the residential solar sector. Adding to the positive sentiment for renewable energy, India announced it was more than halving its goods and services tax on related equipment, including solar panels, from 12% to 5%, shoring up the industry.
