These 11 midcaps are popular right now among investment newsletters but not because of their market valuations

Are midcap stocks a distinct asset class in their own right? I'm referring to stocks that are larger than small-cap stocks but smaller than the large caps. To the extent such stocks constitute a separate asset class, some of their returns will be a function of being a member of that class.

Market Watch • Aug 11, 2026

Columbia Bank Continues Colorado Expansion with First Commercial Office and Retail Branch in Colorado Springs

TACOMA, Wash., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank (Columbia), a subsidiary of Columbia Banking System, Inc. (Nasdaq: COLB), today announced the opening of its first commercial office and retail branch in Colorado Springs.

PRNewsWire • Aug 6, 2026

Can Columbia Banking's Q2 Earnings Beat Outweigh Rising Credit Risks?

COLB beat Q2 earnings estimates as net interest income and fees rose, but higher non-performing assets and expense pressures raise questions about the outlook.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 4, 2026

Is Columbia Banking Worth Buying as Costs Offset Strong Margin Gains?

Columbia Banking System, Inc. COLB is benefiting from a wider net interest margin (NIM), rising fee income and sustained capital returns. Those strengths are being offset by a larger expense base, planned balance-sheet contraction and uneven credit trends.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 4, 2026

New Strong Sell Stocks for August 3rd

AHEXY, APELY and COLB have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on August 3rd, 2026.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 3, 2026

Columbia Banking System Appoints Simone Lagomarsino to its Board of Directors

TACOMA, Wash., July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Banking System, Inc. (Nasdaq: COLB) today announced the appointment of Simone Lagomarsino to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2026.

PRNewsWire • Jul 30, 2026

18 Ideal 'Safer' Buyable July Dogs Emerge After 10 Years Of Digging

I analyze 90 top Ten-Year Collected Dividend Dogs (a.k.a. “Decadean”), focusing on yield-based selection and safety via free cash flow coverage. Eighteen of 39 'Safer' dividend dogs meet the IDEAL standard: annual dividends from $1K invested exceed single share price, signaling attractive entry points. Analyst targets project 14.85% to 86.41% net gains for select dogs by July 2027, with the five lowest-priced yielding dogs offering a 16.25% advantage over the top ten.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 29, 2026

Columbia Banking: Beyond Its Q2 Earnings Beat, Its Northwest Brand Presence Remains Strong

Columbia Banking System is reiterated as a buy, driven by regional brand strength, dividend appeal, market momentum, and margin recovery. COLB's Q2 earnings beat, 4.7% yield, and strong Pacific Northwest market share support a bullish thesis despite macro headwinds. Margin recovery, prudent expense management, and completed acquisition integration offset risks from potential Fed rate hikes and rising funding costs.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 28, 2026

Columbia Banking Q2 Earnings Top Estimates on Higher NII & Fee Income

COLB beats Q2 earnings estimates as higher NII and fee income offset pressure from rising expenses, and lower loan and deposit balances.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 24, 2026

Columbia Banking System Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Columbia Banking System NASDAQ: COLB reported second-quarter earnings per share of $0.73 and operating earnings per share of $0.76, with management saying results reflected continued progress on balance sheet reshaping, expense discipline and shareholder capital returns.

MarketBeat • Jul 23, 2026