Dec 30, 2025 • ts2.tech
SOMEWHAT-BEARISH
S&P Global (SPGI) stock slips near $529 as Fed minutes, year-end flows keep Wall Street muted
S&P Global (SPGI) stock saw a modest decline near $529, reflecting muted Wall Street activity influenced by year-end flows and Federal Reserve minutes. The company's Mobility unit projected a softening of U.S. auto sales for 2026 due to affordability pressures, impacting financial data names including Moody's and MSCI. Investors are awaiting clearer signals on interest rates and corporate activity for the new year, with SPGI's next earnings report estimated for February 10th.
Dec 30, 2025 • Investing.com South Africa
NEUTRAL
Moody’s changes OceanFirst Financial’s outlook to negative By Investing.com
Moody's Ratings has affirmed OceanFirst Financial Corp's and OceanFirst Bank's ratings but shifted their outlook to negative from stable. This change follows OceanFirst's announcement to acquire Flushing Financial Corporation in an all-stock transaction. The negative outlook reflects near-term operational and execution risks associated with the sizable acquisition, despite the anticipated long-term benefits and capital infusion from Warburg Pincus.
Dec 30, 2025 • Investing.com
NEUTRAL
Moody’s changes OceanFirst Financial’s outlook to negative
Moody's Ratings affirmed OceanFirst Financial Corp's ratings but revised its outlook to negative from stable following the announcement of its acquisition of Flushing Financial Corporation. The negative outlook stems from near-term operational and execution risks associated with the sizable acquisition, alongside potential governance risks from Warburg Pincus becoming a significant minority investor. However, the affirmation reflects OceanFirst's solid pro forma capitalization due to a capital infusion and anticipated improved profitability after the integration.
Dec 30, 2025 • ts2.tech
NEUTRAL
S&P Global stock rises as tech drags Wall Street; SPGI traders eye Fed minutes, February outlook
S&P Global (SPGI) shares rose slightly on Monday, outperforming major U.S. indexes which were dragged down by tech stocks. Investors are focusing on interest rates and credit markets that influence SPGI's ratings and data demand, with upcoming catalysts including Fed minutes, jobless claims, and S&P Global's February 2026 earnings report and guidance. The company's unique revenue mix, which includes ratings, index revenue tied to issuance volumes, and subscription data, positions it differently from pure growth-heavy tech names.
Dec 29, 2025 • MSN
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Verisk Analytics Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day
Verisk Analytics Inc. (VRSK) stock outperformed its competitors on a strong trading day. The stock closed at $247.96, gaining 1.48%, while the S&P 500 fell 0.28%. This strong performance reflects a positive day for the company compared to its peers.
Dec 29, 2025 • ETF Database
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
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