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Within the mid-cap universe, growth and value stocks returned -3.70% and 1.42%, as gauged by the Russell Midcap Growth and Russell Midcap Value indices, respectively. Carpenter posted earnings beats and raised guidance throughout 2025, which was the most profitable year in its history. MongoDB's shares moved sharply higher over the last few months, as it became clear that the flexibility offered by its product is relevant to AI applications.

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

HWM's rapid growth and shareholder returns stand out, while RTX leans on a massive backlog and air travel recovery.

Howmet sustains margin expansion despite rising costs, with strong aerospace demand and pricing power driving gains into the 2026 outlook.

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In the latest trading session, Howmet (HWM) closed at $232.94, marking a -3.72% move from the previous day.

Defense stocks General Dynamics, Howmet, Karman, Lockheed and RTX outperform in the current market, while Dow Jones giant Boeing lags.