April 1, 2025

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Pathward Financial (NASDAQ: CASH) — For the third consecutive year, Pathward Financial earned Great Place to Work® certification, an award based on what current employees say about their experience. In 2024, 84 percent of employees described Pathward Financial as a great place to work. That number is 27 points higher than the average U.S. company.

SAB BIO (NASDAQ: SABS) — SAB BIO reported its quarterly earnings March 27. Revenue was $50,000, down from the $120,000 the company reported in the prior year. SAB BIO also noted earnings per share of negative $1.19, which was lower than the negative $1.16 analysts were expecting.

First Interstate BancSystem (NASDAQ: FIBK) — First Interstate BancSystem continues to stand out among community banks with capital ratios that exceed regulatory requirements. One example is the company’s Tier 1 capital ratio, which was at 12.16 percent when the company reported earnings in February.

The Bancorp (NASDAQ: TBBK) — On March 27, The Bancorp disclosed a delay in filing its 2024 Form 10-K, prompting a notice from the Nasdaq Global Select Market. The stock declined on concerns about transparency and compliance amid a more stringent regulatory environment.

Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) — On March 1, Wells Fargo paid a 40-cent-per-share dividend to shareholders of record on Jan. 7. The dividend is up 14 percent from the same quarter in 2024.

NorthWestern Energy (NASDAQ: NWE) — On March 26, NorthWestern Energy announced a $2,000 donation to Big Sky Senior Services, an organization dedicated to promoting independence, enhancing the quality of life for seniors and preventing elder abuse.

CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) — In March, CNH Industrial announced a change in its executive suite. Cameron Batten has been appointed chief communications officer, effective March 31. Batten will be part of CNH’s global leadership team, which focuses on efficiently executing the company’s strategic priorities.

Citigroup (NYSE: C) — If you’re curious about all the buzz surrounding quantum computing, you may want to watch Citigroup’s presentation featuring Citi’s Tahmid Quddus Islam and Jay Gambetta, head of IBM Quantum.

Smithfield Foods (NASDAQ: SFD) — Smithfield Foods delivered its fourth quarter 2024 earnings report March 25. The company reported revenue of $3.95 billion, beating estimates for $3.91 billion. However, earnings per share of 51 cents missed the 52-cent estimate.

McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) — On March 17, McDonald’s issued a $1.77-per-share dividend to shareholders of record on March 3 — 5.9 percent higher than the same dividend paid in the prior year. McDonald’s now has increased its dividend for 49 consecutive years.

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) — Walmart will issue a dividend of 23.5 cents per share April 7 to shareholders of record on March 21. Walmart is a “dividend king” that has increased its dividend for 52 consecutive years.

Target (NYSE: TGT) — Target delivered its fourth quarter and full-year earnings March 4. The company reported earnings per share of $2.41, beating expectations of $2.24. The retailer also beat on revenue with $30.92 billion, coming in above analysts’ expectations of $30.83 billion.

Macy’s (NYSE: M) — Macy’s announced its quarterly earnings for the fourth quarter of its 2024 fiscal year. The company delivered revenue of $7.77 billion, beating estimates for $7.76 billion. Macy’s also beat profit expectations of $1.55 per share with an EPS of $1.80.

Dillard’s (NYSE: DDS) — On March 17, Dillard’s announced it was amending and extending its $800 million senior secured revolving credit facility to be consistent with the company’s liquidity needs. Dillard’s also announced that its $200 million expansion option remains in place. The new maturity date is March 12, 2030.

Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) — Amazon announced a slew of partnerships in March. One of the most significant: Amazon Web Services expanded its partnership with GE Vernova through a strategic framework agreement. The collaboration focuses on meeting rising global energy demand by supporting AWS’s data center growth with advanced energy solutions.

Costco (NASDAQ: COST) — On March 6, Costco delivered its earnings report for the second quarter. The company generated $63.72 billion in revenue, which came in above estimates of $63.02 billion. However, the $4.02 in earnings per share was 7 cents lower than the forecast.

Ford Motor (NYSE: F) — Despite facing a competitive electric vehicle landscape and economic uncertainty, Ford Motor paid a cash dividend of 15 cents per share on March 3 to shareholders of record on Feb. 18. Ford remains focused on its dual-track strategy of investing in EV development while strengthening its traditional gas-powered vehicle lineup.

General Motors (NYSE: GM) — On March 20, General Motors paid a cash dividend of 12 cents per share to shareholders of record on March 7, reflecting its ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders while navigating the transition to electric and autonomous vehicles.

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