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Why Pegasystems Stock Dropped After Earnings

Pegasystems profits just got decimated. Is Pega stock a buy anyway?

  • Pegasystems stock fell 3.6% after earnings below expectations
  • GAAP profits dropped 68%, EPS declined 67%
  • CFO Ken Stillwell sees long-term AI strategy potential

Metropolitan Bank: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

Selective lending and specialized deposits are fueling both growth and margin expansion, a combination that tests management's ability to scale without sacrificing discipline.

  • Metropolitan Bank's profitability expanded by lowering funding costs and growing commercial lending.
  • Specialized deposit channels provide a low-cost funding base to support lending expansion.
  • Bank repurchased stock above book value, viewed as discounted, with $40 million authorization.

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