Byrna Appoints Matt McBrady to Board of Directors

Byrna Technologies announced the appointment of Matthew McBrady, Ph.D. to its Board of Directors, expanding the board from seven to eight members. McBrady brings extensive experience from his tenure at Axon Enterprise, where he served as a board member and helped guide the company to become the largest personal defense product company with over $50 billion market capitalization. He currently serves as CFO of GoBrands, Inc. (parent company of GoPuff) and previously spent 15 years as a hedge fund and private equity investor.

09/02/2026, 4:30 PM • GlobeNewswire

Stock Market Today, Sept. 1: Stocks Slide and Oil Surges Amid U.S.-Iran Tension

U.S. stock markets declined on September 1, 2026, as rising crude oil prices and Treasury yields pressured equities following escalating U.S.-Iran tensions. The S&P 500 fell 0.71%, the Dow dropped 0.79%, and the Nasdaq declined 1.03%, with technology stocks leading the selloff. Growth stocks underperformed value stocks, while oil surged 5%.

09/01/2026, 5:02 PM • The Motley Fool

Axon Enterprise vs. Booking Holdings: Evaluating Absolute Scale and Sequential Volatility in Quarterly Revenue Trends

Axon Enterprise demonstrates consistent quarter-over-quarter revenue growth with a 6% operating margin, while Booking Holdings generates significantly larger absolute revenue but exhibits cyclical fluctuations with a 34% operating margin. Axon trades at a higher P/E ratio (253.98) due to its leadership in law enforcement technology and expanding software services, whereas Booking trades lower (23.64) due to slower growth and competitive pressures. The article examines whether Axon can maintain high growth and narrow the gap with Booking, or if Booking's 'Connected Trip' strategy will accelerate its revenue expansion.

08/26/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Axon Enterprise CPO Jeffrey Kunins Sells $6 Million in Stock: Should Investors Sell Too?

Axon Enterprise's Chief Product Officer Jeffrey Kunins sold 9,605 shares worth $6 million on August 21, 2026, under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in May. The sale represents only 5% of his total holdings, and analysts view it as routine cash-raising rather than a bearish signal. Despite the stock being down 18% over the past year and trading at 80x forward earnings, Axon continues strong operational performance with 34% sales growth and a 44% backlog increase.

08/26/2026, 7:28 AM • The Motley Fool

$10,000 in Axon Stock a Decade Ago Would Be Worth About $329,000 Today. The Stock Is Down Over the Past Year.

Axon Enterprise has delivered exceptional long-term returns, turning a $10,000 investment from 2016 into approximately $329,000 today through a successful transformation from a weapons manufacturer to a software-focused public safety company. Despite strong Q2 results showing 35% revenue growth and 10 consecutive quarters above 30% growth, the stock has declined over 35% from its August 2025 peak of $870.97, primarily due to its high valuation multiple rather than fundamental deterioration. The analyst believes the business remains healthy with strong recurring revenue and future bookings, and suggests the stock price now offers a reasonable entry point for patient investors.

08/08/2026, 5:23 AM • The Motley Fool

Axon Enterprise vs. Booking: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Axon Enterprise and Booking Holdings as investment options for 2026. Axon Enterprise, a public safety technology company, has delivered 10 consecutive quarters of 30%+ growth with strong revenue retention and expanding international bookings. Booking operates a dominant global travel marketplace with steady profitability and robust free cash flow. While Booking offers stability with a more modest valuation, the author recommends Axon Enterprise for its superior growth trajectory and high-switching-cost platform stickiness, despite Booking being a solid hold for conservative investors.

08/06/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Airbnb vs. Axon Enterprise: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Airbnb and Axon Enterprise as investment options for 2026. Airbnb operates a global lodging marketplace with $12.2B in FY2025 revenue, 21% net margin, and strong free cash flow of $4.6B, trading at a Forward P/E of 29.1x. Axon Enterprise provides law enforcement hardware and software with $2.8B in FY2025 revenue and 33% growth, but trades at a much higher Forward P/E of 66.7x with only $75.1M in free cash flow. The author recommends Airbnb as the better buy due to faster growth, superior cash generation, and more attractive valuation multiples.

08/05/2026, 2:32 PM • The Motley Fool

Axon Enterprise vs. Beyond Meat: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Axon Enterprise, a public safety technology company with strong growth in law enforcement solutions, is positioned as the better investment choice compared to Beyond Meat, a struggling plant-based protein producer. Axon projects 2026 revenue growth to $3.7 billion with $447 million in free cash flow, while Beyond Meat faces declining sales, substantial debt, and negative free cash flow despite attempting a business pivot into functional beverages.

08/04/2026, 3:09 PM • The Motley Fool

5 Stocks to Buy If the Market Drops Again

The article discusses five stocks that investors should consider buying if the market experiences a pullback. The author identifies specific companies he would add to his portfolio during a market downturn, viewing it as an opportunity to purchase quality names at potentially lower valuations.

07/15/2026, 11:08 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Stocks Down Over 30% to Buy Right Now and Hold for the Next Decade

MercadoLibre and Axon Enterprise, both trading 33% below recent highs, are presented as attractive long-term buys. MercadoLibre leads Latin American e-commerce with 42% revenue growth and 84 million active buyers, while Axon Enterprise dominates public safety technology with a shift toward AI-powered software services generating $750 million in bookings.

07/08/2026, 4:25 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Magnificent Growth Stocks to Buy in July

The article recommends three growth stocks: Axon Enterprise, a law enforcement AI platform company with strong revenue growth and profitability; Dutch Bros, a rapidly expanding coffee chain with aggressive store expansion plans and accelerating sales; and MercadoLibre, Latin America's leading e-commerce and fintech platform showing exceptional growth metrics despite being down year-to-date.

07/05/2026, 3:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Will SpaceX Soar After It Joins the Nasdaq-100? History Offers a Compellingly Clear Answer.

SpaceX joins the Nasdaq-100 on July 7 under a new fast-track rule after its record $75+ billion IPO in June. While the index inclusion may trigger some buying activity, historical precedent suggests significant stock gains are not guaranteed. The article advises investors to focus on long-term fundamentals rather than short-term index inclusion effects.

07/02/2026, 5:05 AM • The Motley Fool

From TASER to the Skies. Buy Axon Stock While It's Still Down 49%

Axon Enterprise is expanding into the law enforcement drone and robotics market, estimated at $20 billion. The company has partnered with Skydio and acquired Dedrone to build its drone solution. With existing relationships across U.S. public agencies, strong AI revenue growth (700% YoY), and $14.3 billion in future bookings, analysts project 30% annual earnings growth. The stock is trading 49% below its August 2025 high at a 54x 2026 earnings multiple.

06/16/2026, 12:15 PM • The Motley Fool

S&P 500 Rebound Looks Fragile as Chip Strength Masks Thin Breadth

U.S. equities rebounded Thursday driven by semiconductor strength, with Intel, Applied Materials, and Arm Holdings surging on AI chip demand. However, gains were narrow and fragile, masked by weak breadth as small-caps declined and Oracle tumbled on disappointing cloud revenue guidance. Hot inflation data (4.2% CPI, 6.5% PPI) reinforced expectations for Fed rate hikes, keeping the Russell 2000 under pressure and limiting broader market participation.

06/11/2026, 1:36 PM • Investing

SaaS Stocks Just Took Off. Is It Time to Chase the Rally or Take Profits?

SaaS stocks are experiencing a significant rally, with software companies showing strong performance. The article discusses whether investors should continue riding this momentum or take profits, highlighting a market rotation in the tech sector as we move through 2026.

06/04/2026, 2:17 PM • The Motley Fool