6 Signs of a Winning Stock, Each Shown by a Real Company

The article outlines six measurable traits that distinguish long-term winning stocks, illustrated through real companies. These traits include consistent dividend growth (Coca-Cola), high return on invested capital (Alphabet), strong free cash flow conversion (Monster Beverage), customer loyalty/moat (Costco), insider ownership (Copart), and reinvestment at high returns (Netflix). The author emphasizes that no company aces every test, and temporary stock declines shouldn't deter investors in fundamentally strong businesses.

10/19/2026, 1:33 PM • The Motley Fool

Why CCC Intelligent Solutions Stock Soared Today

CCC Intelligent Solutions shares surged 8% on Monday following reports that Elliott Investment Management and private equity firm GTCR are in advanced discussions to acquire the software company that serves the auto insurance industry. Bloomberg reported a deal could be announced this week, though no agreement has been finalized. Previously, Copart was also reported to be in acquisition talks with CCC.

10/12/2026, 5:26 PM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, Oct. 12: CCC Intelligent Solutions Surges 8% on Advanced Buyout Talks

CCC Intelligent Solutions surged 8% to $7.59 on October 12, 2026, following premarket reports of advanced acquisition talks with private equity firms GTCR and Elliott Management. The stock has gained 7% the previous Friday when acquisition rumors first emerged. With a current market cap of $4.2 billion, CCC remains over 40% below its 2023 all-time high, presenting potential upside if a deal is completed.

10/12/2026, 5:11 PM • The Motley Fool

The US Vehicle Auction Market: 2026 Edition

The US vehicle auction market, valued at $3.47 billion and 14.26 million units in 2024, is projected to grow to $4.48 billion by 2030 at a 4% CAGR. Growth is driven by online auctions, AI integration, rising used-car demand, and the expanding EV secondary market. Key players include Copart, OPENLANE, ACV Auctions, IAA, Manheim, and eBay Motors, with online platforms leading the market.

09/18/2026, 6:49 AM • GlobeNewswire

Copart CEO Jeffrey Liaw Sells 27,745 Shares for $846,000

Copart CEO Jeffrey Liaw sold 27,745 shares for approximately $846,000 on July 28, 2026, under a pre-planned Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in April 2025. The sale reduced his direct holdings by 22%, though he maintains significant equity exposure through 99,641 remaining shares and 178,718 derivative securities. The transaction occurred at $30.49 per share, slightly below the market close of $30.69, as the stock has declined 33.4% over the previous 12 months amid slowing revenue growth.

08/07/2026, 8:36 AM • The Motley Fool

COPART (CPRT) INVESTIGATION ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Copart, Inc. on Behalf of Copart Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Law firm Bragar Eagel & Squire is investigating Copart, Inc. following the announcement that CEO Jeff Liaw will step down effective July 31, 2026. The news triggered an 8.02% stock price decline ($2.45 per share) on June 29, 2026. The firm is seeking stockholders who suffered losses to discuss potential securities law violations and unlawful business practices.

07/21/2026, 5:37 PM • GlobeNewswire

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Copart, Inc. - CPRT

Pomerantz LLP is investigating potential securities fraud at Copart, Inc. following the announcement that CEO Jeff Liaw will step down effective July 31, 2026. The news triggered an 8.02% stock price decline, falling $2.45 per share to $28.10 on June 29, 2026.

07/14/2026, 4:46 PM • GlobeNewswire

Stock Market Today, June 29: Nasdaq Composite Outperforms as Tech Stocks Gain on Easing Geopolitical Tensions

The Nasdaq Composite surged 2.07% to snap a five-day losing streak as tech stocks rebounded on easing U.S.-Iran tensions. The S&P 500 gained 1.18% and the Dow reached a record close. Tesla led mega-cap tech gains with a 5.8% surge, while Alphabet replaced Verizon in the Dow. A $518 billion chip fabrication partnership between SK Hynix and Samsung also boosted semiconductor-related stocks.

06/29/2026, 5:18 PM • The Motley Fool

Supreme Court Rules Against Trump's Tariffs: These 10 Stocks Are Soaring

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump's sweeping global tariffs were unconstitutional, finding that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize the president to impose tariffs without clear congressional authorization. The decision triggered a sharp rally across U.S. equities, with 10 stocks posting significant gains following the ruling that invalidates tariffs that had reached up to 145% on some products.

02/20/2026, 11:02 AM • Benzinga

Stock Market Today: Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Slip After Weaker-Than-Expected GDP Report—Grail, Candel Therapeutics, Copart In Focus (UPDATED)

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday ahead of Q4 GDP data and PCE inflation gauge releases. Markets are pricing in a 94% likelihood of unchanged Fed rates in March. Notable movers include Copart missing earnings expectations, Comfort Systems raising dividends, Grail plunging 47% on weak earnings, Candel Therapeutics declining on stock offering announcement, and Dropbox falling despite beating earnings. Wells Fargo strategist recommends leaning into growth-sensitive sectors like Financials and Industrials rather than defensive positioning.

02/20/2026, 8:56 AM • Benzinga

Stock Market Today: Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Rise Ahead Of Q4 GDP Numbers—Grail, Candel Therapeutics, Copart In Focus

U.S. stock futures rose on Friday ahead of Q4 GDP data and PCE inflation gauge releases. Markets are pricing in a 94% likelihood of unchanged Fed rates in March. Notable movers include Copart missing earnings expectations, Comfort Systems raising dividends, Grail plunging 47% on weak earnings, Candel Therapeutics declining on stock offering announcement, and Dropbox falling despite beating earnings. Wells Fargo strategist recommends leaning into growth-sensitive sectors like Financials and Industrials rather than defensive positioning.

02/20/2026, 4:57 AM • Benzinga

Copart Stock Drops After Q2 Earnings: Here's Why

Copart (NASDAQ: CPRT) stock dropped significantly in after-hours trading following Q2 earnings that missed analyst expectations. The company reported EPS of 36 cents versus the consensus estimate of 40 cents, and quarterly revenue of $1.12 billion fell short of the $1.14 billion estimate and declined year-over-year from $1.16 billion. Shares fell 11.16% in after-hours trading.

02/19/2026, 5:01 PM • Benzinga

Weybosset Research & Management Waves Goodbye to $3.3 Million Worth of MaxLinear Shares

Weybosset Research & Management LLC fully exited its position in MaxLinear on January 6, 2026, selling all 205,893 shares worth approximately $3.31 million. The exit reflects MaxLinear's poor performance, with stock down 42% from early 2023 and revenue declining 62% over three years, while the company has shifted from $101 million in net income in 2022 to a $180 million net loss.

01/07/2026, 11:21 AM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett and These Super Investors Just Bought These Stocks

Top investors like Warren Buffett, Bill Gates, and others revealed their third-quarter stock purchases and investment strategies, highlighting key moves in the market.

11/18/2025, 5:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Argent Capital Managment Dumps $60 Million Worth of Copart (NASDAQ: CPRT) Shares: Is the Stock a Sell?

Argent Capital Management significantly reduced its Copart stake by selling 1,262,984 shares in Q3 2025, leaving only 0.2% of its portfolio allocation, potentially signaling concerns about the company's recent performance and valuation.

10/14/2025, 10:23 PM • The Motley Fool