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Sep 25, 2026

This article discusses why wide-moat stocks, typically seen as high-quality investments, have struggled in the current market, particularly in Q1 2026. Morningstar's Jerry Kerns explains the concept of economic moats and their five sources, noting that while these stocks generally outperform in the long term, recent market conditions have challenged their short-term performance. The article also highlights insights from Morningstar magazine, including an interview with legendary investor David Booth, emphasizing long-term investing.

Sep 24, 2026

Grainger held its fifth annual "Grainger Bucket Build" event where over 500 volunteers assembled thousands of disaster recovery kits. These kits, containing cleaning supplies and hand tools, will be distributed to communities by ToolBank USA to aid in disaster recovery efforts. To date, buckets from previous builds have reached 97 communities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Sep 22, 2026

In premarket trading, S&P 500 futures showed steady movement. Vicor Corp. (VICR) was up 9.6% and On Holding AG (ONON) rose 6.3% ahead of the U.S. stock market open. Meanwhile, First Citizens Bcshs A and Labcorp Holdings were lagging.

Sep 22, 2026

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is rated Buy due to strong growth prospects in both its Automotive and Industrial segments. The company has significant self-help opportunities through NAPA's independent store network and benefits from broad industrial recovery in its Motion business. The planned separation of Automotive and Industrial businesses in Q1 2027 is expected to unlock valuation upside and enable more focused growth strategies.

Sep 21, 2026

Fastenal quietly acquired Rampp.ai in June, a company specializing in agentic AI designed to execute and coordinate business processes. This acquisition, coupled with Rampp's CEO joining Fastenal in a key AI role, aligns with Fastenal's previously outlined AI strategy focusing on task and autonomous agents. The move signifies a broader trend among large distributors like Winsupply and Grainger to directly invest in AI technology and talent rather than relying solely on external vendors.