Carl Sparks

October 13, 2026

TripAdvisor faces rating downgrade on Experiences uncertainty. A recent analyst note downgraded TripAdvisor, arguing that the TheFork acquisition catalyst has passed while the Experiences division still needs to prove its value. This skepticism comes shortly after the company reported its Q2 2026 results. The stock currently trades near a key support level, with a high trailing P/E ratio reflecting the market's cautious stance on its future growth.

October 17, 2026

Waste Connections (WCN) sees price rise and mixed analyst updates. The stock moved up about 5.5% recently, drawing attention to its recent price strength. Analysts have issued mixed updates: Bernstein highlighted the company as a top pick in the waste sector, while Citigroup kept a neutral stance and lowered its price target to $175, and Morgan Stanley remained overweight but also reduced its target to $195. An earnings release is expected next week, and the company is noted for a modest dividend yield of 0.86%.