Rocket Lab Corp (NASDAQ:RKLB) founder and CEO Peter Beck started his own rocket company after NASA and other companies like Boeing Co (NYSE: BA) wouldn't give him a chance to pursue his dreams.
Albany’s first quarter results were met with a negative market reaction, as the company’s sales declined amid ongoing operational shifts. Management attributed the revenue shortfall to reduced volumes in its Engineered Composites segment and lower sales within Machine Clothing, driven by targeted divestitures and customer-specific softness. CEO Gunnar Kleveland noted, “Machine Clothing continues to deliver consistent strong results and the integration of Heimbach is proceeding to plan,” but cautioned that certain program-specific adjustments and restructuring actions weighed on performance.
The National Transportation Safety Board criticized Boeing’s safety culture and pointed out its failure to install four key bolts in a new Alaska Airlines MAX 9 aircraft during production.
Industrials giants have, or are likely to, lift their dividends significantly. This adds to the sector's positive vibes, which is the best performer of 2025.
While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns.
Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.
Small-cap stocks in the Russell 2000 (^RUT) can be a goldmine for investors looking beyond the usual large-cap names.
But with less stability and fewer resources than their bigger counterparts, these companies face steeper challenges in scaling their businesses.
