3 Industrials Stocks Walking a Fine LineIndustrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. Their momentum is also rising as lower interest rates have incentivized higher capital spending.
As a result, the industry has posted a 18.1% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 8.9 percentage points.
3 Value Stocks Walking a Fine LineValue stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor.
The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten.
Banner Bank, Domo, Insteel, Universal Logistics, and First Advantage Shares Are Soaring, What You Need To KnowA number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.
Insteel Industries Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Insteel Industries Inc. (
NYSE: IIIN) today announced that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share of common stock payable on September 26, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 12, 2025.
3 Stocks Under $50 We Approach with CautionThe $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead.
They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.
Q2 Earnings Roundup: Insteel (NYSE:IIIN) And The Rest Of The Commercial Building Products SegmentAs the Q2 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the commercial building products industry, including Insteel (
NYSE:IIIN) and its peers.
Why Insteel (IIIN) Stock Is Trading Up TodayShares of steel wire manufacturer Insteel (
NYSE:IIIN) jumped 3.7% in the afternoon session after a broader market rally driven by expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut and a positive outlook for the construction sector. The wider market saw gains as signs of cooling inflation bolstered investor confidence in potential rate reductions, which typically lower borrowing costs and stimulate economic activity. This positive sentiment is particularly beneficial for the construction industry, where the Associated Builders and Contractors reported a rising Construction Backlog Indicator in July, signaling healthy demand. Insteel Industries is well-positioned to capitalize on these trends, having recently posted strong third-quarter financial results with a 23.4% year-over-year increase in net sales and expanded profit margins. Analysts also note that future growth could be supported by increased federal infrastructure spending.
3 Russell 2000 Stocks We Think Twice AboutSmall-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.
3 Cash-Producing Stocks We Think Twice AboutA company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner.
Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.
3 Unpopular Stocks We Keep Off Our RadarWall Street has issued downbeat forecasts for the stocks in this article.
These predictions are rare - financial institutions typically hesitate to say bad things about a company because it can jeopardize their other revenue-generating business lines like M&A advisory.
2 Cash-Heavy Stocks with Exciting Potential and 1 We QuestionA surplus of cash can mean financial stability, but it can also indicate a reluctance (or inability) to invest in growth.
Some of these companies also face challenges like stagnating revenue, declining market share, or limited scalability.
IIIN Q1 Deep Dive: Shipment Growth and Tariffs Drive Margin ExpansionSteel wire manufacturer Insteel (
NYSE:IIIN) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 23.4% year on year to $179.9 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.78 per share was 15.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Insteel (NYSE:IIIN) Exceeds Q2 ExpectationsSteel wire manufacturer Insteel (
NYSE:IIIN) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 23.4% year on year to $179.9 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.78 per share was 15.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Insteel Industries Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results
Insteel Industries Inc. (
NYSE: IIIN) (“Insteel” or the “Company”), the largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications in the United States, today announced financial results for its third quarter of fiscal 2025 ended June 28, 2025.
What To Expect From Insteel’s (IIIN) Q2 EarningsSteel wire manufacturer Insteel (
NYSE:IIIN) will be reporting earnings this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what to look for.
Winners And Losers Of Q1: Apogee (NASDAQ:APOG) Vs The Rest Of The Commercial Building Products StocksEarnings results often indicate what direction a company will take in the months ahead. With Q1 behind us, let’s have a look at Apogee (
NASDAQ:APOG) and its peers.
Commercial Building Products Stocks Q1 Earnings: Insteel (NYSE:IIIN) Best of the BunchAs the Q1 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the commercial building products industry, including Insteel (
NYSE:IIIN) and its peers.
Insteel Industries Announces Third Quarter 2025 Conference Call
Insteel Industries Inc. (
NYSE: IIIN) today announced that its third quarter 2025 earnings conference call will be webcast live over the internet on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET following the release of the Company’s third quarter financial results at 6:30 a.m. ET on that same day. The conference call can be accessed on the Company’s website at https://investor.insteel.com and will be archived for replay.
3 Volatile Stocks Walking a Fine LineA highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south.
While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.
Insteel Industries Announces NCDOL Safety Achievement Award for Mount Airy Facility
Insteel Industries Inc. (
NYSE: IIIN) (“Insteel”) the largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications in the United States, is pleased to announce that its Mount Airy, N.C. facility, operated by its wholly owned subsidiary Insteel Wire Products, has received the Certificate of Safety Achievement – First Year Gold from the North Carolina Department of Labor (“NCDOL”).
3 Profitable Stocks with Red FlagsWhile profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success.
Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".
