These companies should have no trouble continuing to increase their dividends in 2026.Investing in dividend stocks is a proven way to grow wealth. Over the last 50 years, dividend stocks have delivered more than double the average annual total return compared to non-dividend payers, according to data from Ned Davis Research and Hartford Funds. The highest total returns have come from companies that steadily increase their dividend payments. Brookfield Renewable (BEPC +1.36%)(BEP +0.79%), Realty Income (O 0. ...

MARLBOROUGH, Mass. and YOKNEAM ILLIT, Israel, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lifeward Ltd., (Nasdaq: LFWD) (“Lifeward” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovative medical technology designed to transform the lives of people with physical limitations or disabilities, announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Bob Marshall as Chairman of the Board, effective January 1, 2026. He replaces Joseph Turk, who will transition off the Board in connection with his new position at Fresenius Medic ...

Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium, 19 December 2025 - IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A., EURONEXT), the world leader in particle accelerator technology with a preeminent position in nuclear medicine, acquires ORA, a global trailblazer in radiochemistry based in Belgium. This acquisition emphasizes IBA’s long-term commitment to the fast-developing and promising field of nuclear medicine. It reinforces IBA’s position at the forefront of innovation in precision oncology enabling for better diagnostic and more personali ...

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Resmed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) today announced Mick Farrell, chairman and chief executive officer, and Dr. Carlos Nunez, chief medical officer, will present at the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 12, 2026, beginning at approximately 10:30 a.m. (Pacific Standard Time) in San Francisco, CA. More information about this event, including access to the live, audio-only webcast, may be accessed by visiting https://investor.resmed.com. The ...

Reinforces Role of AI-Powered Quantitative Coronary Plaque AssessmentMOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heartflow, Inc. (Heartflow) (Nasdaq: HTFL), the leader in AI technology for coronary artery disease (CAD), announced the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) published new scientific statements supporting the prognostic value of quantifying coronary plaque and reinforcing the critical role of the coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) ...

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Novanta Inc. (Nasdaq: NOVT) (the "Company"), a trusted technology partner to medical and advanced technology equipment manufacturers, announced today that Chuck Ravetto, Chief Operating Officer, will be participating at the CJS Securities 26 Annual New Ideas for the New Year Investor Conference on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, which is being held virtually. More information about Novanta is available on the Company's website at www.novanta.com. For additional information, please cont ...

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We came across a bullish thesis on Baxter International Inc. on Value investing subreddit by Mr-Gambini. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on BAX. Baxter International Inc.'s share was trading at $19.29 as of December 17th. BAX’s forward P/E was 8.12 according to Yahoo Finance. Copyright: nimon / 123RF Stock Photo Baxter International (BAX) is a quintessential “boring but essential” medtech company operating in oligopolistic markets for IV solutions, infusion pumps, patient monitoring ...

Key Takeaways TMDX, GMED and HIMS saw strong gains driven by innovation and improved financial performance in 2025.GMED, TMDX and HIMS may face pressure in 2026 amid selective spending and valuation resets.GMED rose 3.8%, TMDX 101.4% and HIMS 32.6% over the past year, outpacing the industry's performances.In 2024 and 2025, the MedTech sector has operated against a backdrop of a global economy marked by slowing growth, moderating inflation and elevated geopolitical uncertainty. Worldwide policy shifts, persi ...

Parnassus Investments, an investment management firm, released its “Parnassus Value Equity Fund” third-quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The fund focuses on owning a concentrated portfolio of U.S. large-cap stocks. For the third quarter of 2025, the fund reported a net return of 7.46% outperforming its benchmark, the Russell 1000 Value Index, which returned 5.33% for the same period. During the quarter, the portfolio reduced its weight in the IT sector to increase ho ...