AT&T (T +2.52%), a provider of telecommunications and technology services worldwide, closed Thursday at $22.79, down 3.23%. The stock fell after the Supreme Court ruled 8-1 in favor of the Federal Communications Commission, which had imposed $57 million in penalties against the company. This news comes one day after an analyst at Oppenheimer downgraded T stock to neutral due to increased competition from satellite constellations. Trading volume reached 72.1 million shares, about 79% above its three-month average of 40.2 million shares. AT&T IPO'd in 1983 and has grown 487% since going public.
How the markets moved todayThe S&P 500 added 0.41% to finish at 7,585, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.09% to 26,831. Within telecommunications, industry peers Verizon Communications closed at $44.87 (-3.82%), and T-Mobile U.S. finished at $177.02 (-2.44%) as investors weighed the court’s decision.
What this means for investorsWhile a $57 million fine is chump change for a $160 billion stock like AT&T, losing the decision to the FCC shows that the FCC still wields measurable sway over how business is done in the U.S. The case arose from the FCC's finding that AT&T sold confidential customer location data, prompting sanctions for violating federal telecommunications laws. Said another way, today’s ruling means that AT&T -- and the other carriers -- will likely remain under tighter scrutiny going forward, rather than the FCC being weakened.
This news, paired with yesterday’s Oppenheimer’s statement that AT&T was “most at risk” from satellite internet access, has helped T stock slide 8% over the last week.
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AT&T stock is trading near recent lows. What’s next for T stock? Legal And Cybersecurity PressuresThe stock faced intense pressure yesterday after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that wireless carriers cannot demand a jury trial when fined by the FCC, limiting legal recourse. Compounding this, a Bloomberg report revealed a whistleblower accused AT&T and IBM of covering up foreign hacks, sparking security concerns.
Analyst Downgrade Vs. Fiber StrategyOppenheimer recently downgraded AT&T to Perform from Outperform, citing competitive risks from low Earth orbit satellite providers that could pressure broadband and mobile growth. Analysts also questioned if AT&T can hit its target of 7 million new fiber passings this year.
To counter these threats, AT&T is simplifying home internet pricing starting June 7, rolling out four fiber tiers with advertised bundle savings up to $420 annually.
With broader markets leaning risk-off on Friday, AT&T’s modest green print highlights its traditional role as a defensive cushion when growth sectors pull back.
Critical Support and Resistance Levels For AT&TThe longer-term trend remains pressured: AT&T is trading 7.2% below its 20-day SMA ($24.70) and 13.1% below its 200-day SMA ($26.38), keeping rallies vulnerable to supply near overhead averages. The "death cross" that formed in May (50-day SMA below the 200-day SMA) reinforces that the primary trend has been down.
Momentum is the key near-term tell right now, and RSI is deeply oversold at 24.25, which signals the selloff has become stretched and can be prone to sharp snapback rallies or sideways digestion. RSI is essentially a "stretch gauge" that measures how extended buying or selling has become; oversold conditions can persist, but they often raise the odds of a pause if sellers stop pressing.
Key Resistance: $26.00 — a round-number area that also lines up with the 50-day SMA ($26.00), where rebounds can stall AT&T Benzinga Edge Scorecard BreakdownBelow is the Benzinga Edge scorecard for AT&T, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses compared to the broader market:
The Verdict: AT&T’s Benzinga Edge signal reveals a growth-tilted setup with weak momentum, which is a classic mix for "cheap-looking" stocks that still need technical repair. If the stock can base and start reclaiming moving averages, the growth/valuation combo can matter more; until then, momentum is the main headwind.
AT&T Stock Price Activity On FridayT Stock Price Activity: AT&T shares were trading 0.53% higher at $22.89 at the time of publication on Friday, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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Key Takeaways AT&T expands its Connected Car platform with LiveOne and Cisco to enhance in-vehicle entertainment.T brings LiveOne's Slacker Radio to select connected vehicles with stations, playlists and live audio.AT&T uses Cisco SIM management and multi-party billing to run connectivity and content via one embedded. AT&T Inc. (T - Free Report) is expanding its Connected Car platform through a collaboration with LiveOne, Inc. (LVO - Free Report) and Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO - Free Report) to enhance in-vehicle entertainment services. The partnership enables automakers to offer premium entertainment experiences while reducing the complexity of managing connectivity and billing services.
Per the arrangement, LiveOne’s Slacker Radio will be available in select AT&T-connected vehicles, providing drivers and passengers with access to personalized stations, curated playlists and live audio programming. These additions broaden AT&T’s entertainment ecosystem and enhance the digital experience available to vehicle users.
The company will utilize Cisco’s Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) management platform and multi-party billing capabilities to support both connectivity and content services through a single embedded SIM. This simplifies operations for automakers, improves scalability and strengthens the efficiency of AT&T’s Connected Car platform.
In addition, AT&T and Rivian are working together to bring 5G connectivity to the Rivian R2, supporting advanced vehicle capabilities and the overall driving experience. With these initiatives, the company continues to invest in automotive technologies, positioning itself to benefit from the growing demand for smarter transportation solutions.
How Are Competitors Performing in the Automotive Industry?AT&T faces stiff competition from Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ - Free Report) and T-Mobile, US, Inc. (TMUS - Free Report) . Verizon is strengthening its presence in the automotive industry through connected vehicle and 5G technologies. The company is investing in platforms that improve vehicle connectivity, safety and real-time communication. Verizon is working with automakers and transportation partners to support the development of next-generation connected and autonomous vehicles.
T-Mobile’s 5G network helps automakers offer better connectivity and digital services in vehicles. The company supports features such as over-the-air software updates, real-time navigation and advanced infotainment experiences. T-Mobile provides IoT connectivity solutions that help manufacturers monitor and manage their automotive fleets more efficiently.
T’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesAT&T shares have lost 18.9% over the past year compared with the industry’s decline of 19.1%.
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From a valuation standpoint, AT&T trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 1.2, below the industry tally of 1.61.
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Earnings estimates for 2026 have increased 0.4% to $2.30 over the past 60 days, while the same for 2027 have remained static at $2.52.
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AT&T currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
AT&T (T - Free Report) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.
Shares of this telecommunications company have returned -9.6% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.9% change. The Zacks Wireless National industry, to which AT&T belongs, has lost 7.9% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?
Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company's business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.
Revisions to Earnings EstimatesRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.
We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.
For the current quarter, AT&T is expected to post earnings of $0.59 per share, indicating a change of +9.3% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $2.3 points to a change of +8.5% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed +0.1%.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $2.52 indicates a change of +9.4% from what AT&T is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has remained unchanged.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for AT&T.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue GrowthWhile earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company's financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn't able to grow its revenues. After all, it's nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it's important to know a company's potential revenue growth.
For AT&T, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $31.99 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +3.7%. For the current and next fiscal years, $129.78 billion and $133.47 billion estimates indicate +3.3% and +2.8% changes, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryAT&T reported revenues of $31.51 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +2.9%. EPS of $0.57 for the same period compares with $0.51 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $31.19 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +1.01%. The EPS surprise was +3.64%.
Over the last four quarters, AT&T surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates three times over this period.
ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.
While comparing the current values of a company's valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock's price.
As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
AT&T is graded A on this front, indicating that it is trading at a discount to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.
Bottom LineThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about AT&T. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) shares are flat on Monday. But there is a chance that they are about to head higher.
The shares are oversold and at support, and these can be bullish dynamics. This is why AT&T is the Stock of the Day.
• Where are T shares going today?
If a stock is trending lower, the market is out of equilibrium. There is more supply, or shares for sale, than there is demand or shares to be bought. Traders and investors who wish to sell are forced to undercut each other to draw buyers into the market.
This forces the shares into a downtrend.
When a downtrend reaches a support level, it ends or pauses. This is because there is more demand than supply. Traders can sell all they wish without pushing the price lower.
As you can see on the chart, AT&T has support around the $22.75 level. There is support here because it was a support level in January.
Many of the people who sold at the support regretted doing so after the price rallied.
Some of them decided that if they could eventually do so, they would repurchase the shares at the sale price. When AT&T dropped back to this level, they entered buy orders. These orders created resistance.
The stock is oversold.
This means it is trading below its typical or usual range. This will draw buyers into the market, who will be anticipating a reversal or move back into the range. Their buying could push the price higher.
Stocks tend to rally off support levels. This happens when some of the investors and traders who created the support become impatient.
They begin to outbid each other. This results in a snowball effect that forces the shares into an uptrend.
Being oversold while at a support level can set the stage for a move higher. AT&T may be about to rally.
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Tomorrow, AT&T's Chief Financial Officer will participate in a fireside chat at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the Company's progress on its multi-year growth strategy Key Takeaways: AT&T reiterates all 2026 and multi-year financial and operational guidance and capital return plans shared during its first-quarter 2026 results AT&T to webcast fireside chat with Pascal Desroches at the 2026 Mizuho Technology Conference DALLAS, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pascal Desroches, Chief Financial Officer, AT&T (NYSE:T), will speak tomorrow at the Mizuho Technology Conference where he will provide an update to shareholders.
In the latest trading session, AT&T (T - Free Report) closed at $22.50, marking a -1.1% move from the previous day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.3% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw a downswing of 0.16%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.86%.
The telecommunications company's shares have seen a decrease of 9.58% over the last month, not keeping up with the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 3.7% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.92%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of AT&T in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on July 22, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $0.59, showcasing a 9.26% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $31.99 billion, indicating a 3.71% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $2.3 per share and a revenue of $129.78 billion, demonstrating changes of +8.49% and +3.29%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for AT&T. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.08% higher. AT&T is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, AT&T is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 9.88. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 13.06, so one might conclude that AT&T is trading at a discount comparatively.
It is also worth noting that T currently has a PEG ratio of 0.95. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. Wireless National stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.06 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Wireless National industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 165, finds itself in the bottom 33% echelons of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
To follow T in the coming trading sessions, be sure to utilize Zacks.com.
This work builds on AT&T’s 2024 strategic investment to advance safer, smarter connected vehicle infrastructure.
DETROIT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Derq, the intelligent transportation company enabling cities to prevent fatalities using proven, real-world AI at intersections, today announced it is collaborating with AT&T to accelerate the deployment of real-time safety and traffic intelligence across connected transportation ecosystems.
“Together with AT&T, we’re bringing near real-time safety intelligence into the infrastructure cities rely on to manage traffic, reduce risk and protect all road users at scale.” —Dr. Georges Aoude, Co-Founder and CEO of Derq
Share The agreement expands the relationship from initial investment to commercial collaboration, building on AT&T’s strategic investment in Derq in late 2024. Under the agreement, the companies will work together to integrate Derq’s transportation intelligence into AT&T’s Intelligent Transportation Platform (ITP) solution for cities and agencies.
Cutting-Edge Safety Intelligence Becomes Part of Transportation Infrastructure
Derq’s AI platform will serve as a key data input into AT&T’s ITP, supporting more responsive, connected, and safety-focused mobility systems.
Derq’s platform provides detection and analysis of critical roadway events as they happen, including:
Collisions and wrong-way driving Close calls and safety hotspots Road hazards — including animals, debris, fire, and low visibility conditions Speed, congestion, and traffic pattern insights These continuous insights and alerts feed into AT&T’s ITP to support traffic management centers, emergency response coordination, and connected vehicle applications.
“Transportation agencies need intelligent ways to connect infrastructure at the edge while supporting cloud-based, scalable data lakes, AI/ML pipelines for predictive decision-making, and insights across increasingly complex mobility environments,” said Usman Zafar, AVP Emerging Solutions at AT&T. “Our ITP is designed to support that transformation, and Derq’s safety intelligence adds an important layer of roadway insight that enables AT&T's Intelligent traffic management and advanced connected transportation use cases at scale.”
Scaling Deployment Through AT&T’s Infrastructure and Public Sector Reach
“This collaboration marks an important step in scaling the impact of our industry-leading analytics and V2X applications,” said Dr. Georges Aoude, Co-Founder and CEO of Derq. “Together with AT&T, we’re bringing safety intelligence into the infrastructure that cities rely on to manage traffic, reduce risk, and protect all road users at scale.”
Derq’s safety intelligence will complement AT&T’s Transportation solutions, alongside its connectivity, data, and network capabilities, as part of a broader transportation platform designed to support safer, more connected mobility across urban and highway environments. This creates a pathway to bring Derq’s AI-powered safety insights into connected transportation systems that support traffic operations, public safety, and future V2X and V2N applications.
As Cities Seek More Proactive Safety Tools, Advanced Intelligence Gains Importance
While many solutions in the market today focus on analyzing historical data and streamlining workflows, Derq’s platform is designed to identify and surface risks, fueling earlier intervention and more proactive traffic and safety management.
Connect with Derq at ITS America 2026
Derq will participate in this year’s ITS America Conference & Expo in Detroit, where Derq Co-founder and COO Karl Jeanbart will join AT&T and other transportation technology leaders for the session, “Building Future-Ready Digital Infrastructure Through Connectivity and Real-Time Insights,” on Thursday, June 11, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET in Room 310B. Derq will also exhibit at booth #2030.
About Derq
Derq is an AI-powered intelligent transportation company helping agencies improve safety and optimize traffic flow for all road users. An MIT spinoff founded in 2016, Derq's award-winning technology is deployed across the U.S., Canada, and the GCC region, with 20 patents and global recognition from leaders in AI and mobility. Learn more at https://www.derq.com.
Unlimited Day PassSM gives eligible U.S. iPad Users — Including Verizon and T-Mobile Customers — Unlimited Data for $3 a Day, With No Contracts or Subscriptions.
Key Takeaways:
AT&T is the first and only major U.S. wireless provider to offer on-demand connectivity for eligible U.S. iPad users, regardless of the customer's carrier. AT&T Unlimited Day Pass includes unlimited data1 for just *$3 a day2 with no contracts, subscriptions or credit checks required. Customer's first day pass is complimentary, courtesy of AT&T (limit one iPad per customer)3. , /PRNewswire/ -- What's the News: Today, AT&T launched Unlimited Day Pass, a 24-hour unlimited wireless data1 connection for eligible U.S. iPad users, including non-AT&T customers, for a daily2 *$3 flat rate — with no contracts, subscriptions or credit checks required.
AT&T is the first and only major U.S. wireless provider to give eligible iPad users (with eSIM capabilities) the freedom to buy on-demand connectivity when they need it.
Why it Matters: Many consumers have iPads that are not connected to cellular plans4. We want to give those people — regardless of their wireless provider — the ability to connect their iPads anytime, anywhere with no long-term commitment. This new product is a flexible option that delivers dependable and secure access on demand for Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad users, ideal for travel days, busy workdays or moments when Wi‑Fi isn't available.
How it Works:
The first day pass is complimentary, courtesy of AT&T (limit one iPad per customer)3, and available for a flat, daily2 rate via credit or debit card after that. Activate Wi-Fi +Cellular iPad model directly from your device settings — no app or Wi-Fi connection required5. Open the Settings app, tap Cellular Data, add AT&T Unlimited Day Pass. 24-hour data activation begins shortly after purchase. Quotable: "Our goal with any product is to make it simple for people to connect wherever they are, across the devices they use most," said Josh Goodell, vice president, Consumer Product Management for AT&T. "Unlimited Day Pass delivers on-demand connectivity for Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad models on the nation's largest wireless network6, whether someone is an AT&T customer or not, for a flat daily fee. There is no long-term commitment — just the connectivity you need, when and where you need it."
More Details: AT&T Unlimited Day Pass is the latest example of how we are simplifying the connectivity experience by giving people more flexibility and value without locking them into monthly contracts or subscriptions. Unlimited Day Pass will continue to evolve to reach more customers on other 5G enabled wireless devices while delivering an even simpler, more seamless, on-demand connectivity experience in the near future.
For more information on AT&T Unlimited Day Pass, please visit https://www.att.com/wirelessdaypass
FAQ
Q: What iPads are eligible for Unlimited Day Pass?
All iPads must be cellular based with eSIM capabilities. The following iPads are currently eligible:
iPad Pro 11 (A2013) iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Ch A3271 iPad Pro 11in (3rd gen) A2301 (NA) iPad (A16) A3355 iPad Pro 12.9in (6th gen) - A2764 (WW) iPad Pro 13 A2926 (2024) iPad (A16) Ch A3356 iPad Air 11 A2903 (2024) iPad 9th Gen A2603 (NA) iPad (10th gen) - A2757 (WW) iPad Pro 12.9in (5th gen) A2379 (NA) iPad Mini 5G A2568 (NA-RoW) iPad Pro 11 A2837 (2024) iPad Pro 11in (4th gen) - A2435 (WW) iPad Air 13 A2899 (2024) iPad Pro 12-in. (4th generation) A2069 iPad 7 Gen A2200 A2126 7.9 iPad mini (5th Gen) A2153 10.5 iPad Air (3rd Gen) iPad Air 11-inch (M3) A3267 iPad Air (A2589) ROW 2022 iPad Air 13-inch (M3) A3269 iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Ch A3270 iPad Mini (2024) iPad Pro 11-in. (2nd generation) A2068 iPad 8th gen A2428 iPad Air (2020) A2324 iPad Pro 12.9 (A2014) iPad Pro A1652 Q: Does Unlimited Day Pass work for iPads only? What about other tablets?
At this moment, iPads are only eligible for Unlimited Day Pass. In the near future, other 5G-enabled devices like Android tablets, smartwatches, laptops, drones, etc. are planned to be eligible for Unlimited Day Pass.
Q: Do I have to sign up again every time I want a day pass? Can I buy multiple passes at a time?
At this moment, we are only offering 24-hour passes. In the near future, we plan to expand the Unlimited Day Pass experience to include multi-day options such as weekend and week-long passes.
Q: Do I need to be an existing AT&T mobile customer to purchase the Unlimited Day Pass?
No. Unlimited Day Pass is available to any customer whether you have AT&T mobile service or not. Any customer can purchase their Unlimited Day Pass directly on their eligible iPad with a debit/credit card.
1AT&T may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy.
2Req's elig. unlocked, eSIM-capable iPad. 24-hour data activation begins shortly after purchase.
3Subj. to change. First day pass on us with your initial eSIM activation. Limit one per tablet.
4According to 2024 Customer Survey commissioned by AT&T.
5iPad must be cellular enabled for activation.
6Compares ground-based cellular networks. No AT&T on-net coverage in select countries, including Canada.
About AT&T
We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors, plus nearly 2.5 million businesses, connect to greater possibility. From the first phone call 150 years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com.
AT&T now appears significantly more compelling on valuation after a period of underperformance versus Verizon. AT&T trades at about 6.7x EV/EBITDA and a 9x P/E, both at the low end of its historical range. The dividend yield remains attractive compared to peers, despite a recent increase in leverage from strategic acquisitions.
Key Takeaways AT&T launched Unlimited Day Pass for eligible U.S. iPad users needing instant cellular access.T offers unlimited wireless data for 24 hours at $3 per day, with each customer's first day free.AT&T plans to expand the on-demand connectivity service to more 5G devices in the future. AT&T Inc. (T - Free Report) has launched a new wireless connectivity solution called Unlimited Day Pass, designed to give eligible U.S. iPad users instant cellular access without requiring a long-term plan or subscription. The offering provides a convenient and flexible way for iPad users to stay connected without committing to a monthly data plan.
AT&T’s Unlimited Day Pass delivers unlimited wireless data for 24 hours at just $3 per day, with no contracts or subscriptions required, and the first day is free for each customer. Users can easily activate the service directly from their iPad through the Settings app by selecting Cellular Data and choosing the AT&T Unlimited Day Pass, with service starting shortly after payment.
With the latest option, AT&T becomes the first major U.S. wireless provider to offer on-demand Internet access for eligible iPads, even allowing rival subscribers to connect if their device supports eSIM technology. This service is useful for travelers, remote workers and users who need reliable Internet when Wi-Fi is unavailable. The company plans to expand it to more 5G devices in the future.
The introduction of this new product is likely to support AT&T’s future growth by attracting more users and generating additional revenues. By expanding its digital offerings and enhancing user experience, the company is further strengthening its position in the wireless market.
How Are Competitors Performing to Improve Connectivity?AT&T faces stiff competition from Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ - Free Report) and T-Mobile, US, Inc. (TMUS - Free Report) . Verizon has been expanding its 5G network to provide faster and more reliable connectivity across the country. The company is investing in network infrastructure to improve coverage in both urban and rural areas. These efforts aim to enhance customer experience and strengthen Verizon’s position in the wireless market.
T-Mobile is strengthening its connectivity through its new satellite-based service, helping users stay connected even in remote areas without traditional network coverage. The company is using advanced spectrum assets to enhance speed and coverage. T-Mobile is working to improve network performance by increasing capacity in high-traffic areas.
T’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesAT&T shares have lost 18.4% over the past year compared with the industry’s decline of 13.5%.
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From a valuation standpoint, AT&T trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 1.22, below the industry tally of 1.66.
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Earnings estimates for 2026 have increased 0.4% to $2.30 over the past 60 days, while the same for 2027 have remained static at $2.52.
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AT&T currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Two Aristocrats That Stumbled Off the Pedestal For decades, AT&T (NYSE: T | T Price Prediction) and 3M (NYSE: MMM) were the kind of stocks retirees built portfolios around. Both raised dividends every year for decades. Both lost their crowns through messy corporate breakups.
AT&T’s media detour ended badly. After buying DirecTV and Time Warner, the company spun WarnerMedia into Warner Bros. Discovery in April 2022 and cut the quarterly dividend from $0.52 to $0.2775, a 46.6% reduction. CEO John Stankey has since refocused AT&T on converged 5G and fiber, closing the Lumen Mass Markets fiber acquisition in February 2026.
3M’s fall was slower and more painful. Mounting liabilities from Combat Arms Earplugs lawsuits and PFAS “forever chemicals” dragged the stock down for years. The April 2024 spin-off of healthcare unit Solventum brought a dividend reset and ended one of the longest aristocrat streaks on record. New CEO William Brown’s 3M eXcellence turnaround has produced four straight EPS beats.
What $1,000 Actually Became AT&T Total Return Horizon Ending Value Total Return S&P 500 1 Year $998 −0.23% $1,292 (29.20%) 5 Year $1,477 47.65% $1,694 (69.43%) 10 Year $1,598 59.76% $3,449 (244.93%) Price-adjusted return. Includes the WarnerMedia spin distribution.
3M Total Return Horizon Ending Value Total Return S&P 500 1 Year $1,079 7.85% $1,292 (29.20%) 5 Year $1,042 4.18% $1,694 (69.43%) 10 Year $1,435 43.53% $3,449 (244.93%) Price-adjusted return. Includes the Solventum distribution.
Both stocks underperformed the S&P 500 dramatically over a decade. Reinvested dividends would meaningfully improve AT&T’s tally given its long stretch as a high-yielder, but neither comes close to the index. Holding through the 2018 to 2023 grind required patience most investors do not have.
What to Do Today Putting $1,000 into AT&T today would be the choice for income and stability. The Q1 2026 earnings report — $31.51 billion in revenue and $0.57 adjusted EPS — plus the $45 billion shareholder return commitment through 2028 and a 4.24% yield at an 8 P/E, make this a credible cash-return story. Investors may want to avoid it if rising leverage from the $23 billion EchoStar spectrum deal pushes net debt past management’s comfort zone.
3M looks attractive for investors who trust Brown’s margin expansion, with 2026 guidance of $8.50 to $8.70 adjusted EPS, and PFAS manufacturing finally exited. The residual $10.3 billion PFAS settlement obligations and the risk that Combat Arms tail liabilities turn into fresh charges would be reasons for investors to step away.
The verdict: AT&T’s risk/reward looks tighter and more visible. 3M is the higher-variance bet on an industrial turnaround that is working but not finished. Neither owes long-term holders a comeback, and that is the lesson. Aristocrat status describes the past.
Key Takeaways SWK tops Q1 estimates with 6.7% EPS growth and 2.7% sales rise, driven by Engineered Fastening strength.Tools & Outdoor sees organic decline, while Engineered Fastening posts 10% growth and 7% organic gains.SWK raises 2026 EPS outlook and targets stronger free cash flow despite margin pressure and EBITDA dip. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of 80 cents per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 61 cents. The bottom line increased 6.7% year over year.
Stanley Black’s net sales of $3.85 billion beat the consensus estimate of $3.74 billion. The top line increased 2.7% from the year-ago quarter.
Stanley Black’s Segmental DiscussionEffective from the first quarter of 2025, SWK has renamed the Industrial segment as the Engineered Fastening segment. It had no impact on the company's consolidated financial statements or segment results.
Revenues from the company’s primary segment, Tools & Outdoor, totaled $3.34 billion, which increased 2% from the year-ago quarter. However, the segment’s organic revenues decreased 1%. Our estimate was $3.29 billion.
Revenues from the Engineered Fastening segment grossed $511 million, up 10% year over year. The segment’s organic revenues increased 7%. Our estimate was $459.3 million.
SWK’s Margin ProfileStanley Black’s cost of sales was up 2.5% year over year to $2.69 billion. The gross profit increased 3.3% year over year to $1.16 billion. The gross margin increased 20 basis points (bps) year over year to 30.1%.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased 2% year over year to $884.0 million. Adjusted EBITDA was $354.7 million, indicating a year-over-year decrease of 2%. The margin decreased 50 bps to 9.2%.
SWK’s Balance Sheet and Cash FlowWhile exiting the first quarter, Stanley Black had cash and cash equivalents of $333.7 million compared with $280.1 million at the end of fourth-quarter 2025. The long-term debt balance was $4.70 billion, in line with the figure reported at the end of fourth-quarter 2025.
In the first three months of 2026, net cash used for operating activities was $388.8 million compared with $420 million used in the year-ago period. Capital and software expenditures totaled $58.5 million, down from $65 million reported in the year-ago period. Free cash flow (before dividends) was ($447.3) million compared with ($485.0) million a year ago.
In the first three months of 2026, SWK paid out dividends worth $126 million to its shareholders, up 1.2% from the year-ago period.
SWK’s 2026 GuidanceStanley Black updated its 2026 guidance. The company now anticipates earnings to be $4.15-$5.35 per share compared with $3.15-$4.35 expected earlier. Adjusted earnings are projected to be $4.90-$5.70 per share. The company targets to generate annual free cash flow (non-GAAP) of $700-$900 million, increasing 16% at the midpoint.
SWK’s Zacks RankPerformance of Other CompaniesGraco Inc. (GGG - Free Report) posted quarterly earnings of 66 cents per share in the first quarter of 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 75 cents per share. This compares with earnings of 70 cents per share a year ago.
Graco posted revenues of $540.1 million for the quarter, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.5%. This compares with year-ago revenues of $528.3 million.
Danaher Corporation’s (DHR - Free Report) first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $2.06 per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.95. The bottom line increased 9.6% year over year.
Danaher reported net sales of $5.95 billion, which missed the consensus estimate of $5.99 billion. However, the metric increased 3.5% year over year.
3M Company (MMM - Free Report) delivered adjusted earnings of $2.14 per share in the first quarter of 2026, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.02. The bottom line increased 14% year over year.
MMM’s adjusted revenues of $6.00 billion missed the consensus estimate of $6.02 billion. On an adjusted basis, organic revenues increased 1.2% year over year.
Last summer, Clorox (CLX 1.51%) increased its quarterly dividend to $1.24 per share, marking its 48th consecutive annual dividend increase. That puts Clorox on track to reach the coveted 50-year dividend streak milestone and join a list of fewer than 60 other companies that can rightly be called Dividend Kings.
Clorox's aspirational regal standing, paired with its whopping 5.7% dividend yield, makes it a seemingly no-brainer buy for passive income. But Clorox has a lot of work to do if it wants to attain and retain its status as a Dividend King.
Clorox could be an incredible value stock for patient investors, but it has some red flags that are worth considering before you buy.
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Not all Dividend Kings stay on the throne To consistently raise a dividend year after year, a company has to grow its earnings and free cash flow (FCF). If earnings growth stalls or declines, the dividend will eventually become unaffordable, and a company will either have to stop raising its payout or cut the dividend.
3M (MMM +0.26%) is a recent example of a former Dividend King that slashed its payout in 2024. The decision to do so turned out to be the right one, as 3M freed up much-needed cash to turn the business around, and the stock has rebounded accordingly. In comparison, Coca-Cola (KO +0.13%) is about as reliable a Dividend King as you can find, thanks to its elite brand recognition, global exposure, high margins from an efficient supply chain, and consistent demand regardless of the market cycle.
Clorox continues to raise its dividend despite falling earnings and FCF -- making it more like 3M prior to its dividend cut than a stable stalwart like Coca-Cola. In the nine months ended March 31, 2026, Clorox paid $452 million in dividends but only generated $161 million in FCF. When adjusting for a one-time $476 million purchase for a larger interest in its Glad bags and wraps business, Clorox generated $637 billion in FCF, which easily covers the dividend. Similarly, adjusted earnings per share of $1.64 exceed the $1.24 dividend payment.
But as you can see in the following chart, Clorox's sales have been declining (partially due to divestitures), and its margin recovery has reversed course.
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Although margins have recovered from their lows, they are still down from pre-pandemic levels. In the meantime, Clorox's balance sheet is in its worst shape in a decade, as net long-term debt and leverage ratios have skyrocketed -- corresponding with its falling stock price.
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A shaky reign in the making Clorox is doing a good job with its cost-cutting efforts, such as lower advertising investments and selling and administrative expenses to offset higher manufacturing and logistics costs. In February, Clorox completed its five-year, $580 million transition to a new enterprise resource planning system to boost efficiency. Those efforts are a step in the right direction to make Clorox a better-run company. But ultimately, its long-term growth depends on how its brands resonate with consumers, and if they are differentiated enough to retain pricing power despite competition from other name brands and private labels.
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Multi-source agreement will accelerate open standards for optical connectivity
, /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced it has joined a group of leading technology companies to establish a new multi-source agreement (MSA) focused on advancing open, interoperable specifications for expanded beam optical (EBO) connectivity in AI infrastructure. Expanded beam optical technology is increasingly seen as a critical enabler for AI infrastructure, offering advantages in reliability, ease of maintenance, and performance in high-density environments. As hyperscale and enterprise AI deployments grow, standardized approaches to optical connectivity are expected to play a key role in reducing complexity and accelerating time to deployment.
3M has joined a coalition of leading technology companies to establish a multi-source agreement (MSA) advancing open, interoperable expanded beam optical (EBO) connectivity standards for AI infrastructure. The MSA brings together industry leaders including 3M, Accelink, Aperion, AMD, Amphenol, Arista Networks, Cisco, Meta, Molex, Nexthop-ai, Oracle, Senko, Source Photonics, Sumitomo, TE Connectivity, viaPhoton, and Xscape Photonics to collaboratively develop standardized specifications for a range of EBO connector solutions. The effort is designed to accelerate deployment of high-performance optical interconnects required to support the rapid scaling of AI data centers.
"As AI workloads scale, the physical layer of data centers is being pushed to new limits — requiring optical connectivity solutions that are not only high-performance, but also interoperable and scalable across a growing ecosystem," said Alex An, vice president, 3M data center vertical. "By participating in this MSA, 3M is helping enable an open, standards-based approach that can accelerate adoption, improve reliability, and support the next generation of AI infrastructure."
The MSA will provide a collaborative framework for members to contribute to a shared specification covering multiple EBO connector configurations.
"The increasing bandwidth density and scale of AI networks are driving the need for a highly resilient Layer 1, which today relies on multi-fiber physical contact connectors," said Rajagopal Subramaniyan, senior vice president, OCI networking, Oracle. "Strict connector hygiene requirements slow network builds and add operational overhead for ongoing link triage. Expanded beam technology can overcome these bottlenecks, enabling more resilient cluster topologies and future rack-scale optical architectures. Reflecting Oracle's commitment to innovation and industry leadership, we are pleased to serve as co-chair in the formation of the EBO MSA, which is essential to establishing a diverse supplier ecosystem for hyperscale cloud and AI operators."
3M's participation in the MSA builds on its broader commitment to advancing data center innovation through materials science — including solutions that help enable reliable connectivity, manage heat and power, and support resilient infrastructure at scale. As momentum builds across the ecosystem, additional contributors to the MSA are underscoring the importance of open, standardized approaches to expanded beam connectivity.
"As optical data networks scale and evolve rapidly, the industry faces increasing demand for solutions that deliver not only high performance, but also reliability and ease of deployment and operation," said Jim Hasegawa, president of the Optical Communications Division at SENKO Advanced Components, Inc. "Expanded beam optical technology directly addresses these needs, especially as the industry moves toward open, consistent standards that enable seamless integration across transceivers, backplanes, and cable assemblies."
The MSA is open to additional members across the data center and networking ecosystem. The initial technical working group has begun development of the first connector specification. More information can be found at www.ebomsa.org, or by contacting the EBO MSA administrator and co-chair, Richard Ward, at [email protected].
About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news.
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AI Infrastructure Connectivity InitiativeThe group will collaborate on interoperable specifications for EBO connector solutions designed for AI data centers.
Focus On Standardization and ScalabilityThe initiative aims to support high-performance optical interconnects, reduce deployment complexity and accelerate scaling of hyperscale and enterprise AI infrastructure.
The initial technical working group has already begun developing its first connector specification.
3M said expanded beam optical technology offers advantages in reliability, maintenance and performance in high-density environments. The MSA is also open to additional members across the data center and networking ecosystem.
Executive Commentary and Strategy"As AI workloads scale, the physical layer of data centers is being pushed to new limits — requiring optical connectivity solutions that are not only high-performance, but also interoperable and scalable across a growing ecosystem," said Alex An, vice president of 3M's data center vertical.
3M said the initiative aligns with its broader data center strategy focused on connectivity, heat and power management, and resilient infrastructure solutions.
MMM Technical Analysis: Trend, Momentum, and Key Levels3M’s stock has been trending downward, currently sitting at $142.16, which is 5.41% lower over the past 12 months.
The stock is trading 3% below its 20-day simple moving average (SMA) of $146.57 and 4% below its 50-day SMA of $148.19, indicating a bearish trend.
The moving average convergence divergence (MACD) is below its signal line, suggesting momentum is fading and may limit any upside unless the stock can reclaim that baseline.
Key Resistance: $158.50 — Nearby level where rebounds can stall. Key Support: $141.50 — Nearby level where buyers previously stepped in. 3M Earnings Preview: Next Update Date and Analyst Estimates3M Company is slated to provide its next financial update on July 17 (estimated).
EPS Estimate: $2.23 (Up from $2.16) Revenue Estimate: $6.38 billion (Up from $6.16 billion) Valuation: P/E of 27.6x (Indicates premium valuation) Analyst Consensus & Recent Actions: The stock carries a Hold rating with a consensus price target of $155. Recent analyst moves include:
Wells Fargo: Overweight (Raises target to $165 on April 22) RBC Capital: Underperform (Lowers target to $133 on April 22) Citigroup: Neutral (Lowers target to $166 on April 13) How 3M Ranks On Value, Growth, Quality and MomentumBelow is the Benzinga Edge scorecard for 3M, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses compared to the broader market:
Value: Weak (Score: 27.54) — Trading at a steep premium relative to peers. Growth: Neutral (Score: 53.64) — Moderate growth potential in current market conditions. Quality: Strong (Score: 75.41) — Solid fundamentals and operational efficiency. Momentum: Weak (Score: 13.5) — Stock is underperforming the broader market. The Verdict: 3M's Benzinga Edge signal showed strong quality metrics but weak momentum and value rankings, pointing to solid fundamentals amid softer stock performance.
MMM Stock Price Activity: 3M shares were down 0.45% at $142.70 at the time of publication on Tuesday, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- At today's Annual Meeting of Shareholders, 3M (NYSE:MMM) shareholders overwhelmingly supported each of the proposals recommended for approval by the company.
Preliminary Shareholder Voting Results
3M shareholders today voted on the following business items:
1) Shareholders supported 10 directors for one-year terms:
David P. Bozeman, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. Thomas "Tony" K. Brown, retired Group Vice President, Global Purchasing, Ford Motor Company William M. "Bill" Brown, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, 3M Company Audrey Choi, retired Chief Sustainability Officer and Management Committee Member, Morgan Stanley Anne H. Chow, retired Chief Executive Officer, AT&T Business James R. Fitterling, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Dow Inc. Suzan Kereere, President, Global Markets, PayPal Neil G. Mitchill, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, RTX Corporation Pedro J. Pizarro, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Edison International Thomas W. Sweet, retired Chief Financial Officer, Dell Technologies 2) Shareholders supported the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as 3M's independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.
3) Shareholders supported, on an advisory basis, executive compensation, as described in the company's Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement.
3M will disclose the final voting results on each item of business properly presented at the Annual Meeting on Form 8-K to be filed with the SEC.
About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news.
Please note that the company announces material financial, business and operational information using the 3M investor relations website, SEC filings, press releases, public conference calls and webcasts. The company also uses the 3M News Center and social media to communicate with our customers and the public about the company, products and services and other matters. It is possible that the information 3M posts on the News Center and social media could be deemed to be material information. Therefore, the company encourages investors, the media and others interested in 3M to review the information posted on 3M's News Center and the social media channels such as @3M or @3MNews.
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Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- The 3M Company Board of Directors (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company's common stock of $0.78 per share for the second quarter of 2026. The dividend is payable June 12, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 22, 2026.
3M has paid dividends to its shareholders without interruption for more than 100 years.
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Key Takeaways MMM posted 3.2% adjusted organic sales growth in Safety & Industrial in first-quarter 2026.3M saw margin expansion from higher volumes, productivity actions and disciplined capital allocation.MMM expects about 3% organic sales growth and adjusted EPS of $8.50-$8.70 for 2026. 3M Company (MMM - Free Report) is benefiting from sustained strength in its Safety & Industrial segment, which remains a key growth driver. Healthy demand across personal safety, industrial adhesives and tapes, abrasives and electrical has been supporting the segment’s momentum. In the first three months of 2026, sales in the personal safety, industrial adhesives and tapes, abrasives and electrical markets collectively increased in the mid-single-digit range.
Stable demand for electrical infrastructure products like medium voltage cable accessories and insulation tapes further aided performance. The segment posted adjusted organic sales growth of 3.2% year over year in the first quarter. Its adjusted operating margin also improved 100 basis points year over year, supported by higher sales volumes, productivity initiatives and disciplined capital allocation, though partially offset by continued investments aimed at business expansion and tariffs. However, weakness in the roofing granules business is concerning for 3M.
Driven by solid execution across its operations, 3M issued an encouraging outlook for 2026. The company projects adjusted organic sales growth of approximately 3% year over year. Adjusted earnings are expected between $8.50 and $8.70 per share, with the midpoint of $8.60 indicating growth from adjusted earnings of $8.06 per share recorded in 2025.
Segmental Snapshot of MMM’s PeersAmong 3M’s major peers, Carlisle Companies Incorporated’s (CSL - Free Report) Carlisle Construction Materials segment decreased 5.1% year over year in the first quarter of 2026. Carlisle’s segment’s revenues were offset by the weakness in the new construction market. It contributed approximately 72.2% of Carlisle’s total revenues during the quarter.
MMM’s another peer, Honeywell International Inc. (HON - Free Report) , is witnessing solid momentum in its Building Automation segment, driven by ongoing strength in both the building solutions and building products businesses. In the first quarter of 2026, Honeywell’s segment’s revenues increased 11% year over year. It contributed approximately 20.6% to Honeywell’s total revenues during the quarter.
The Zacks Rundown for MMMShares of 3M have declined 3.1% in the past year compared with the industry’s decrease of 5.2%.
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From a valuation standpoint, 3M is trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 16.03X, above the industry average of 13.52X. MMM carries a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MMM’s earnings for 2026 and 2027 has increased 1.3% and 1%, respectively, in the past 60 days.
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MMM stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
On May 18, 2026, 3M Co MMM shares rose 4.3% to a current price of $152.53. This price movement is notable, particularly within the context of its 52-week range, which has seen a high of $177.41 and a low of $139.34.
GF Value™ verdict: Current price is $152.53, compared to GF Value™ of $138.11, indicating it is 10.4% overvalued. GF Score™: 69/100, which is considered above average. Most notable signal: No insider transactions have occurred in the last 3 months. Is MMM Overvalued or Undervalued? 3M Co's current share price of $152.53 is above its GF Value™ of $138.11, marking the stock as 10.4% overvalued. This assessment reflects the current market conditions and investor sentiment. The margin of safety, which is the difference between the intrinsic value and the market price, is negative in this case, indicating potential risks for investors. The GF Valuation label suggests that the stock is fairly valued based on the proprietary calculations of GuruFocus.
Given that the stock is currently overvalued, investors may want to exercise caution, as buying at inflated prices can increase the risk of loss should the market correct itself. GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates.
How Does MMM's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 29.4x 16.4x Forward P/E 17.5x N/A Currently, 3M's P/E ratio of 29.4x is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 16.4x, suggesting that the stock is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation. This analysis agrees with the GF Value™ verdict that the stock is overvalued, as a high P/E ratio can indicate that the stock price has outpaced earnings growth.
What Does MMM's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 69 Financial Strength 5/10 Profitability 7/10 Growth 2/10 Valuation 7/10 Momentum 5/10 The GF Score™ of 69/100 indicates that 3M Co is positioned above average in terms of overall performance. Its strongest area lies in profitability, with a score of 7/10, suggesting that the company is generating solid returns. However, it lags significantly in growth, scoring only 2/10, which could point to potential challenges in expanding its earnings and revenue. This mixed performance may be a contributing factor to its current overvaluation.
What Are Insiders Doing with MMM Stock? In the last three months, there have been no insider transactions reported for 3M Co. This lack of activity could suggest that insiders are either confident in the company's current valuation or are waiting for a more favorable price point before making any moves. Typically, insider buying can be seen as a bullish signal, while selling may indicate a lack of confidence in the company’s future prospects.
What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ assessment, 3M Co MMM is currently overvalued. Investors should be cautious, considering the stock's high P/E ratio and the absence of insider activity, which may signal potential risks in the current market environment.
For the complete analysis, visit the 3M Co MMM stock page. You can also explore the GF Value™ page for detailed valuation methodology, or use the GuruFocus Stock Screener to find similar opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions What is MMM's GF Score™?
MMM's GF Score™ is 69/100, indicating above-average performance in key areas that can lead to higher long-term returns.
Is MMM overvalued or undervalued?
MMM is currently overvalued, with a GF Value™ of $138.11 compared to its market price of $152.53.
What is MMM's P/E ratio?
MMM's P/E (TTM) is 29.4x, which is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 16.4x, indicating it is trading at a high valuation compared to its historical averages.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Appier, a leading AI Agent as a Service (AaaS) company transforming AdTech and MarTech through autonomous decisioning, announced its successful collaboration with Omio, a global travel booking platform, to expand user acquisition from Spain into a broad European presence within one year, consistently meeting CPA targets and maximizing ROI through Agentic AI-driven optimization.
As a pioneer in "multi-modal travel" Omio enables millions of travelers to compare and book trains, buses, flights, and ferries across more than 45 countries, supported by 2,000+ trusted transport partners and 28+ languages. Following strong performance in Spain, Omio set out to accelerate expansion across multiple new markets. The challenge was clear: scale efficiently across diverse regions while driving profitable first-purchase actions and maintaining strict CPA and ROAS discipline
To support this ambition, Omio partnered with Appier's EMEA team to deploy its Ad Cloud solutions, including AIBID for ROAS-driven acquisition and Retargeting to enhance long-term value (LTV). At the core of the strategy was Agentic Incrementality, powered by Media Mix Modeling (MMM), which continuously measured the true causal impact of creative and inventory combinations against total sign-ups across markets.
Scaling First Purchases Across 21 Markets
Through always-on AI optimization, Omio consistently hit CPA targets while maintaining strong ROAS performance across expanding geographies. Within one year, the partnership evolved from a single-country initiative into a cross-border growth engine spanning Europe.
Unlike traditional campaign management approaches that rely on manual testing and pause-and-holdout experiments, Appier's Agentic AI dynamically adjusted creative formats and inventory placements in real time. High-incrementality traffic, such as rewarded and interstitial app placements, was scaled intelligently, while unhealthy traffic was automatically blocked, ensuring capital efficiency and eliminating wasted spend.
This real-time coordination enabled Omio to move beyond volume-based growth and focus on truly incremental, profitable user acquisition at scale.
A Three-Stage Creative Strategy to Balance Scale and ROI
A key driver of Omio's success was its structured, three-stage creative strategy designed to balance rapid expansion with sustainable ROI:
1. Data Accumulation
Display ads were used to drive initial volume and gather foundational data for AI model learning, building the base for future optimization.
2. Localization & Optimization
Multi-language creatives were tested across European markets to identify high-performing segments. Insights revealed that localized Italian and French creatives significantly outperformed English versions, while German and Spanish markets showed a narrower performance gap. Winning incentives were then embedded into interactive formats.
3. Scalable Engagement
Playable ads and interactive video formats highlighted Omio's core value propositions, diverse transport options and cost-saving benefits, including scratch-to-get-discount mechanics that encouraged deeper engagement and improved conversion efficiency.
By combining localized creative insights with AI-powered optimization, Omio ensured each market received the right message at the right time, supporting both scale and profitability.
Unlocking Profitable Global Growth
Through continuous testing, iteration, and AI-driven automation, Omio successfully scaled first-purchase performance across its European expansion within one year, consistently meeting CPA targets and maximizing ROI.
"Working with Appier helped us scale efficiently into new markets while maintaining strong profitability," said Anastasiia Ivanova, App Performance Marketing Manager at Omio. "In just one year, our collaboration expanded from Spain to 21 countries, consistently meeting our CPA and ROAS goals. Appier delivers AI-powered data optimization, enhanced by expert insights, building strong, long-term partnerships that drive growth."
As Omio continues expanding globally, its collaboration with Appier demonstrates how Agentic AI-powered incrementality measurement and real-time optimization can enable high-quality, sustainable international growth in competitive digital markets.
About Omio
Omio is a leading global travel app that enables users to plan and book cross-border transportation by comparing and purchasing train, bus, flight, and ferry tickets in one place. Operating in more than 45 countries with over 2,000 trusted transport partners, Omio supports 28+ languages and multiple payment options, delivering a seamless travel experience for millions worldwide.
About Appier
Appier (TSE: 4180) is an AI-native Agentic AI as a Service (AaaS) company that empowers business decision-making with cutting-edge AdTech and MarTech solutions. Founded in 2012 with the vision of "Making AI Easy by making software intelligent," Appier endeavors to help businesses turn AI into ROI with its Ad Cloud, Personalization Cloud, and Data Cloud solutions. Now Appier has 17 offices across APAC, the US and EMEA, and is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Visitwww.appier.com for more company information, and visit ir.appier.com/en/ for more IR information.
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Key Takeaways MMM's Consumer segment adjusted organic revenues fell 1.3% in Q1 2026 amid soft retail demand.MMM faces pressure from muted discretionary spending, weak housing activity and low packaging demand.MMM is leaning on cost controls, portfolio optimization and innovation to manage soft demand. 3M Company (MMM - Free Report) has been plagued by softness in its Consumer segment of late. In the first quarter of 2026, the company’s Consumer segment’s adjusted organic revenues declined 1.3% year over year. Ongoing softness in consumer retail markets, owing to muted consumer discretionary spending, remained a major headwind over the past several quarters.
Consumer-focused businesses globally are facing a challenging macroeconomic environment due to inflationary pressure, muted discretionary spending and changing buying patterns. These headwinds have affected demand for everyday household and personal-use products, limiting growth opportunities for the company’s consumer operations. Weakness in housing-related activity has also weighed on the home improvement business, an important revenue contributor for the segment. At the same time, demand for the packaging and expression products also remained low in the first quarter.
Despite these challenges, 3M retains a strong market presence, supported by a diversified product portfolio and recognized brands across home care, safety and lifestyle categories. The company is focusing on operational efficiency, portfolio optimization and innovation to navigate soft demand conditions while protecting margins. Also, improving macroeconomic conditions and stabilization in consumer spending could gradually support recovery.
Although weak demand for products continues to affect the Consumer segment in the near term, 3M’s cost-control efforts and diverse business portfolio are expected to support growth.
Segmental Snapshot of MMM’s PeersAmong 3M’s major peers, Avery Dennison Corporation’s (AVY - Free Report) Materials Group delivered reported sales of $1.65 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 11.4% year over year. Avery Dennison’s segment sales rose 3.6%, excluding currency, and 1.9% organically. Avery Dennison’s segment’s mid-single-digit volume/mix growth was partly offset by deflation-related price reductions.
MMM’s another peer, The Procter & Gamble Company’s (PG - Free Report) Fabric & Home Care segment generated revenues of $7.4 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2026. The Procter & Gamble segment’s results were up 7% year over year. The Procter & Gamble segment also delivered 3% organic sales growth in the quarter.
The Zacks Rundown for MMMShares of 3M have increased 2.7% in the past year against the industry’s decrease of 4.1%.
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From a valuation standpoint, 3M is trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 16.93X, above the industry average of 14.01X. MMM carries a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MMM’s earnings for 2026 has increased 0.6% in the past 60 days.
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MMM stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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ST. PAUL, Minn., May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor event:
Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials Conference on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. William Brown, Chairman and CEO, will speak at 8:45 a.m. CT. This event will be webcast live and a replay will be available on 3M's Investor Relations website at http://investors.3M.com.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor event:
Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials Conference on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. William Brown, Chairman and CEO, will speak at 8:45 a.m. CT.This event will be webcast live and a replay will be available on 3M's Investor Relations website at http://investors.3M.com.
About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news.
Jennifer Rumsey, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Cummins Inc., elected to the Board of Directors Brings deep experience leading a global industrial technology company , /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) announced today the election of Jennifer W. Rumsey to 3M's Board of Directors, effective June 5, 2026. Ms. Rumsey also has been appointed as a member of the Science, Technology and Sustainability Committee of the Board.
"Jennifer is a highly regarded leader with deep experience driving growth across global industrial markets through innovation and technology," said William M. Brown, 3M's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "She will bring valuable perspective to our Board as we advance our strategic priorities and create long-term value."
Ms. Rumsey has served as Chief Executive Officer of Cummins, a global power solutions leader, since August 2022; and as Chair since August 2023. Previously, she served as President and Chief Operating Officer, led Cummins' Components business, and served as Chief Technical Officer. She holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and a master's degree in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
"I am honored to join the 3M Board of Directors," said Rumsey. "3M is an iconic company with a longstanding commitment to innovation and a strong global presence. I look forward to working with the Board and leadership team to support the company's strategic priorities and long-term value creation."
About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news.
SPCE weekly chart shows bullish reversal of long-term trend Structural Confirmation Across Swing Highs Strength was further confirmed following the breakout, with several reversal signals triggering, above the lower swing highs of $5.23, $6.64, and $8.19. The highest level ($8.19) is more significant, and each level may now act as potential support during a pullback. Although $8.19 was recovered, that level could not be sustained, and the signal did not confirm with a daily close above it, leaving it as an important but not fully validated breakout reference.
Short-Term Stretch, Longer-Term Inflection Certainly, in the short-term SPCE is overbought. But signs of a long-term bullish reversal suggest that a bearish correction will likely resolve to the upside. One question is whether strong demand is retained during a pullback, or whether price action begins to evolve into a deeper corrective phase. There has only been one leg up in the bullish reversal so far, suggesting that, at a minimum, another leg higher should follow.
Trend Structure Defines the Next Phase Importantly, the structure from the initial surge into resistance continues to define the developing trend, and whether SPCE can hold above reclaimed breakout levels will likely determine if this move matures into a sustained uptrend or fades into consolidation.
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Virgin Galactic Holdings SPCE has suddenly become one of the most painful trades for short sellers in the space sector. The stock has jumped more than 200% since May 20, handing bearish traders an estimated $64 million in paper losses this year, according to S3 Partners. The move followed fresh investor attention around the company's reaffirmed timeline in its first-quarter 2026 business update and the VSS Unity prototype spaceship's glide flight in two years.
The real spark may not be fundamentals alone. S3 Partners said the rally was likely strengthened by a short squeeze, as traders betting against Virgin Galactic were forced to buy back shares to close their positions. Bob Sloan, founder of S3 Partners, said shorts entered June under pressure, with $118.3 million positioned short against $44.9 million in active long positions and $58.2 million in passive long positions.
The bigger backdrop is the market's renewed appetite for space-related names ahead of a possible SpaceX market debut. That excitement has pulled investors toward companies seen as potential beneficiaries, even after the sector faced a reality check from a Blue Origin rocket explosion during a launchpad test. Virgin Galactic has so far resisted that broader pullback, and S3 suggested that if the rally continues, the size of the short position could leave short sellers as possible marginal buyers.
Space stocks are splitting hard in Tuesday’s session. Virgin Galactic (NYSE:SPCE) stock is crashing 32% to around $5.08 in mid-morning trading, while AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ:ASTS) stock climbs 10% to around $116 and Planet Labs (NYSE:PL) stock advances 9% to around $50.50.
The divergence captures the latest chapter in an ongoing space-sector story. Retail-driven proxy trades are unwinding, while operating businesses keep attracting bids.
Settlement News Triggers SPCE Dilution Scare Virgin Galactic received preliminary court approval for a shareholder derivative settlement, and that headline reignited fears around cash runway and additional share issuance. The company had already telegraphed dilution risk through its January 3 capital realignment plan, which paired debt restructuring with fresh stock issuance.
The bull case had been a low-float short squeeze tied to the upcoming SpaceX IPO, while the bear case has always pointed to recurring dilution and pre-revenue operations. Today, the bears won the argument. Virgin Galactic’s Q1 2026 revenue came in at just $227,000, with a $64.72 million net loss and free cash flow of negative $93.31 million.
A Pullback From Parabolic, Not a Thesis Break Context matters here. Even after today’s collapse, Virgin Galactic stock is still up 55% year to date (YTD).
This is a sharp reset from extreme levels in an otherwise stable sector, with the SPCE move isolated to company-specific catalysts. Reddit sentiment confirms the whiplash: WallStreetBets scores swung from a peak of 89 (very bullish) on May 30 to a low of 19 (very bearish) by Monday evening.
AST SpaceMobile Breaks Out on Operating Momentum AST SpaceMobile is a different animal. The satellite-to-cellular operator has real partnerships covering nearly 60 global mobile network operators and 3 billion-plus subscribers, and it reaffirmed FY2026 revenue guidance of $150 million to $200 million. The company is targeting around 45 satellites in orbit by year-end, with BlueBird 8, 9, and 10 launching on Falcon 9 in mid-June.
The numbers behind today’s move are striking. ASTS stock is up 373% over the past year. Today’s breakout suggests buyers are stepping back in after a brief consolidation.
Planet Labs Climbs on Real Revenue Story Planet Labs offers commercial Earth imaging and geospatial intelligence with actual contracts. The most recent quarter showed record revenue of $81.25 million, up 33% year over year, with remaining performance obligations surging 361% to $672.47 million. Government contract wins span NASA, NRO, and NGA Luno B.
Planet Labs stock has rallied 1,209% over the past year, and the chart still looks steadier than SPCE stock’s parabolic episode. It’s parabolic in cumulative return, just less frantic in path. The valuation is now premium, and that’s a real risk investors may want to factor into their position sizing.
Proxy Speculation Versus Operating Exposure The takeaway is the divergence itself: Virgin Galactic stock became a frenzied SpaceX IPO proxy, and a single settlement-driven dilution scare gutted the trade. Meanwhile, AST SpaceMobile and Planet Labs are trading on partnerships, contracts, and satellite deployments. Both names still carry headline risk and rich multiples, so investors can manage their exposure with sensible position sizing rather than chasing strength.
Watch for further SpaceX IPO timing updates, any Virgin Galactic financing disclosures tied to the settlement, AST SpaceMobile operational updates, and Planet Labs’ next contract announcements. Any announcements could shape order flows in the coming days.
Virgin Galactic shares SPCE plunged on Tuesday, reversing part of a dramatic rally that had made the stock one of the biggest gainers among space-related companies in recent weeks.
The stock fell as much as 38%, marking its steepest one-day decline on record, after the space tourism company announced plans to repay debt by issuing common shares.
The selloff came after a seven-session winning streak that had driven the stock more than 200% higher, fueled by growing enthusiasm surrounding the space sector ahead of SpaceX's highly anticipated initial public offering.
Despite the sharp decline, Virgin Galactic shares remained significantly higher for the year, reflecting renewed investor interest in the broader space economy.
The immediate trigger for Tuesday's decline was Virgin Galactic's decision to redeem a substantial portion of its outstanding debt through stock issuance.
According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company plans to redeem up to $30.5 million of its first-lien notes on June 10, 2026, by issuing common shares to noteholders.
Virgin Galactic had previously redeemed $10 million of the debt in May.
The company still faces obligations to repay approximately $20.4 million by September 2026 and at least another $10.1 million by the end of 2027.
Management said the transaction is intended to strengthen the balance sheet and manage cash resources more effectively.
If completed, the redemption would satisfy all required principal payments on the first-lien notes through the end of 2027.
However, investors reacted negatively to the prospect of dilution.
At recent share prices, the transaction could require the issuance of millions of additional shares, reducing the ownership percentage of existing shareholders.
The move highlights the challenges facing Virgin Galactic as it continues investing in its commercial space tourism ambitions while managing its financial position.
Virgin Galactic's recent rally had been closely tied to growing excitement surrounding SpaceX's planned public offering.
SpaceX is expected to raise record amounts of capital and could be valued at roughly $2 trillion, drawing renewed attention to the commercial space industry.
Investors have increasingly viewed SpaceX's success as evidence of the long-term potential of the space economy.
The enthusiasm has spread across the sector, benefiting a range of space-related stocks and exchange-traded funds.
Retail investor activity also increased in recent weeks, while short-covering activity may have contributed to the sharp gains in Virgin Galactic shares.
Additional optimism emerged after investor Rich Huang and RichRich Capital disclosed a 5.26% stake in the company, a development that many investors viewed as a vote of confidence in Virgin Galactic's future prospects.
Delta spacecraft progress remains a key focusBeyond the broader sector rally, investor sentiment has also been supported by progress on Virgin Galactic's Delta-class spacecraft program.
The company recently announced that its spacecraft had returned to New Mexico for test flights designed to prepare pilots and operations teams for future missions.
Virgin Galactic continues to target the fourth quarter of 2026 for the start of commercial operations using its next-generation spacecraft.
While the company remains far below the valuation levels reached during the peak of investor enthusiasm several years ago, management is betting that the Delta program will help establish a sustainable commercial space tourism business.
For now, however, investors appear focused on the near-term impact of share dilution and the financial costs associated with bringing that vision to market.
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE) shares are falling on Tuesday. The descent marks a sharp turn from Monday, when the stock jumped 25.89%.
Broader Sector Rotation Pressures SPCEThe primary driver behind Tuesday's downward price action stems from a sector-wide selloff.
Stock market traders are actively pivoting capital away from alternative space equities to position themselves for the highly anticipated SpaceX initial public offering.
Profit Taking After Multi-Day SurgeTuesday's decline also reflects a standard cooling-off period. The space tourism pioneer experienced a massive 125% rally over the previous five trading sessions.
Fueling the Massive Short SqueezeThe pullback follows an explosive multi-day run where short sellers felt heavy pressure.
Short interest in Virgin Galactic had increased from 21.88 million to 22.71 million shares, leaving 21.77% of the company's float short.
With an average daily volume of 9.15 million shares, bears faced a 2.48-day short-squeeze risk, which aggressively accelerated the upward momentum before Tuesday's reversal.
Legal and Catalyst FrameworkThe stock's recent strength was built upon a successful May 27 VSS Unity glide test and a Jefferies analyst note reaffirming a fourth quarter of 2026 commercial launch roadmap.
Additionally, momentum was amplified after a federal court granted preliminary approval for a settlement resolving two shareholder derivative lawsuits, forcing insurers to pay $2.75 million back to Virgin Galactic.
Critical Levels To Watch for SPCE StockEven after the premarket dip, SPCE is still trading far above its trend gauges: about 99.3% above the 20-day SMA ($3.32) and 106.6% above the 200-day SMA ($3.20).
Momentum is the bigger story right now: the RSI is 90.11, deep in overbought territory.
From a levels standpoint, the 52-week high at $8.90 (set in June) is the obvious upside reference after the recent surge, while the $6.90 area is now the immediate battleground as traders decide whether this is a routine pullback or the start of a deeper mean reversion.
SPCE Price Action: Virgin Galactic Holdings shares were down 37.70% at $4.68 at the time of publication on Tuesday, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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HomeIndustriesAerospace/DefenseSpace WatchSpace WatchThe space-tourism company made a move to pay off some debt, but investors aren’t happy that it will issue new shares to do soLast Updated: June 2, 2026 at 6:12 p.m. ET
First Published: June 2, 2026 at 1:53 p.m. ET
Virgin Galactic’s stock took a historic dive on Tuesday after the space-tourism firm disclosed new details about how it plans to shore up its finances.
The selloff comes after shares of the company SPCE, founded by billionaire Richard Branson, had rocketed to a record-breaking seven-day rally of 204.5% through Monday, partially thanks to industrywide interest fueled by the upcoming SpaceX SPCX initial public offering. Its previous record for a seven-day gain, not including the recent period, was when it shot up 97.3% over the seven-session stretch ending Feb. 19, 2020.
With a targeted valuation of $2 trillion, SpaceX could become the largest IPO in history. As SpaceX's public debut inches closer, investor excitement around the space exploration economy might have just reached a fever pitch.
Among the biggest beneficiaries of space stocks in recent months is Virgin Galactic (SPCE 31.76%). Despite the company's operational struggles and persistent cash burn, Virgin Galactic's shares have gone parabolic in recent trading sessions -- rising from roughly $2 to more than $7 (as of June 1).
This disconnect between business fundamentals and price action raises important questions about market psychology and the risks that come with momentum investing.
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Why is Virgin Galactic stock going up? The most plausible explanation behind Virgin Galactic's unexpected rise boils down to basic confusion. SpaceX is expected to list on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "SPCX." This is just one letter away from Virgin Galactic's ticker, "SPCE."
It's highly likely that some retail investors are mistakenly funneling capital into the wrong name. In fast-moving markets -- especially around high-profile events like an IPO -- mix-ups like this can easily create sharp price jolts that are unrelated to a company's underlying prospects.
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Adding fuel to the fire is the popularity of meme trading. Some narratives suggest that a successful SpaceX IPO could lift stocks across the broader commercial space industry -- essentially providing a halo effect to adjacent names like Virgin Galactic.
In reality, Virgin Galactic and SpaceX operate in distinct segments. SpaceX primarily focuses on reusable orbital rockets and satellite internet connectivity, while Virgin Galactic is pursuing niche, suborbital space tourism.
Virgin Galactic is a struggling business Make no mistake: Virgin Galactic is hemorrhaging cash as it works through the capital-intensive and technically demanding process of scaling commercial space tourism.
SPCE Free Cash Flow data by YCharts
Indeed, SpaceX has also posted significant operating losses in recent years. But even so, at least the company has built a respectable backlog of government contracts and demonstrated repeated technological success with Starship and Starlink. By contrast, Virgin Galactic has yet to prove it can generate consistent revenue and sustainable free cash flow.
Is Virgin Galactic stock a buy? While momentum investing can deliver outsize short-term gains, it also comes with substantial risks. During rallies like this, stock prices are usually driven by fleeting narratives detached from intrinsic value. This setup often creates sharp reversals once enthusiasm cools down.
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Investors who chase pronounced moves and ignore underlying business fundamentals almost always end up holding the bag once sentiment flips. It's important not to let emotional decision-making or the fear of missing out replace disciplined financial analysis and appropriate risk assessment.
Against this backdrop, Virgin Galactic's newfound price action is not an invitation to buy; rather, it is a cautionary example of how swiftly markets can replace concrete substance with a compelling story. Ultimately, Virgin Galactic is a stock best left to day traders rather than long-term investors focused on wealth creation and capital preservation.
Stocks are up off the mat midday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) reclaiming 50,000. The beaten-down semiconductor sector is leading the rally, with iShares Semiconductor ETF (SMH) up 2.7% at last look. The Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) and S&P 500 Index (SPX) are modestly higher as well, as investors brush off the latest Iran threats from President Donald Trump.
Stubborn oil prices are keeping a cap on gains, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) back above $90 per barrel. Wholesale prices rising above expectations for May is another overhang today, though the building buzz over SpaceX's initial public offering (IPO) tomorrow is enough of a boost for now.
Continue reading for more on today's market, including:
Intel stock gets vaunted double upgrade. Uranium stock buzzing after encouraging update. Plus, two stocks drafting off SpaceX buzz; and Adobe sinks ahead of earnings.
Options traders can't get enough of Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc (NYSE:SPCE) stock today. At last look, 119,000 calls have changed hands, volume that's double the average intraday amount and nearly quadruple the number of puts traded. The weekly 6/12 5-strike put is the most popular, while the 5- and 6-strike calls in the same weekly series are close behind. SPCE is up 16% to trade at $5.49, building momentum ahead of the SpaceX IPO.
Velo3D Inc (NASDAQ:VELO) is near the top of the Nasdaq today, up 32% to trade at $30.13. The 3D printing and top stock pick of 2026 popped 16.7% yesterday after the company announced a partnership with Aurelia Technologies to advance next-gen gas turbine systems. SpaceX buzz is extending the rally. VELO is now up 119% in 2026, and earlier hit a two-year high of $30.44.
Adobe Inc (NASDAQ:ADBE) stock is near the bottom of the Nasdaq, down 5.3% to trade at $220.82 and earlier falling to a nearly eight-year low of $220.17. Oracle's (ORCL) capex headwinds are impacting the software sector ahead of Adobe's trip in the earnings confessional after the close today. Year to date, ADBE is down 36%.
Virgin Galactic Holdings shares are climbing with conviction. What’s behind SPCE gains? Analysts Are Setting Lofty Expectations For SpaceXNew Street Research released its first set of projections for SpaceX and the numbers are enormous. The firm set a $165 price target, which represents 22% upside from the expected IPO price.
They expect SpaceX to generate $195.3 billion in revenue in 2030. Their breakdown includes $9.7 billion from Space, $57.9 billion from Connectivity and $127.7 billion from AI. They see revenue expanding at a 60% compounded annual rate from 2025 through 2030 and estimate earnings per share of $3.30 by 2030.
Why SPCE Is Up TodayVirgin Galactic is rising because the entire space industry is being pulled into the spotlight. The upcoming SpaceX listing has created a wave of speculative buying, and SPCE is a way for traders to position ahead of what could be one of the most influential IPOs of the decade.
SPCE Technical Levels To WatchThe moving‑average layout sends a mixed message. The 20‑day simple moving average is above the 50‑day simple moving average, which supports the short‑term trend. The 50‑day simple moving average remains below the 200‑day simple moving average, which reflects a longer‑term downtrend that began in January.
Momentum adds another layer. MACD is below its signal line and the histogram is negative, which indicates that the recent surge is losing strength compared to the prior upswing. When MACD stays under the signal line, rallies often slow unless buyers step in with enough force to turn momentum back upward.
Key levels help frame the next move:
Key Resistance: $8.90 — the June 52‑week high and the clearest ceiling above current price. Key Support: $4.12 — near the 20‑day exponential moving average, a common first‑pullback zone in strong advances. SPCE Shares Are SoaringSPCE Price Action: Virgin Galactic shares were up 21.23% at $5.71 at the time of publication on Thursday, according to Benzinga Pro.
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The signal comes as SpaceX prepares to begin trading at $135 per share or higher, potentially becoming one of the largest and most expensive IPOs in market history.
Golden Cross SetupAccording to the chart, SPCE’s 20-day moving average sits at $4.17, above its 50-day moving average of $3.33. The stock remains above both trend lines despite Thursday’s pullback, keeping the bullish crossover intact.
Volume has also expanded sharply during the recent advance, with several sessions posting significantly above-average trading activity as the stock climbed more than 56% over the past month.
The Relative Strength Index, or RSI, stands at 51.85, suggesting the stock is neither overbought nor oversold.
Meanwhile, the MACD (moving average convergence/divergence) indicator remains in positive territory, with the MACD line at 0.50 and the signal line at 0.52. While momentum has cooled from recent highs, the indicator continues to reflect a bullish trend backdrop.
SpaceX ShadowThe timing is difficult to ignore.
As investors focus on SpaceX’s blockbuster debut, speculative interest has returned to the broader space sector. SPCE stock is up 32.67% year-to-date and 45.02% over the past year, though the stock remains well below levels reached during previous retail-driven rallies.
Whether the golden cross develops into a sustained uptrend remains to be seen. But while Wall Street debates whether SpaceX’s valuation is justified, technical traders may already be finding opportunities elsewhere in the space economy.
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SPCX stock is open for trading. See the chart and price action here. Short ThesisThe firm’s central thesis: the sector’s entire premium rests on one trade — buy public space proxies before SpaceX goes public via its SPCX listing, then ride the re-rating.
Fugazi argues that trade is about to unwind.
“When SpaceX begins trading under SPCX, giving capital direct access to the only space company with actual revenue, actual launch dominance, and actual recurring cash flows,” the report states, the structural reason to hold any of the six names at a premium “amounts to zero.”
The TargetsBenzinga reached out to the companies named in the report, but did not immediately receive a response.
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE): Fugazi points out that analyst consensus for Virgin Galactic's Q2 revenue stands at $244,800 — a figure the firm notes was revised downward 86.67% in just three months.
The report highlights that Virgin Galactic has guided Q4 commercial flight commencement for four consecutive years, and that the vehicle has completed one unpowered glide test.
Sidus Space, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIDU): Fugazi notes that Sidus Space generates only about $3 million in annual revenue, just raised $100 million and, in the firm’s view, will need to raise more.
The firm points out that cash on hand as of March 31, 2026 stood at $4 million against an accumulated deficit of $75.6 million, with zero revenue and zero space operations. A going concern qualification is already on file.
SpaceX Begins TradingAdding to the sector's woes, investors "sold-the-news" as SpaceX shares opened for trading at $150 per share, according to Benzinga Pro data.
Traders booked profits on the other space stocks that had run up sharply ahead of the SpaceX IPO.
SPCX Stock Price Activity: SpaceX shares were up 25.77% at $169.79 at the time of publication Friday, according to Benzinga Pro.
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FIFA will release a new football video game, FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, on Netflix Games on June 11, timed to coincide with the start of the 2026 World Cup, the soccer governing body said on Thursday.
HomeIndustriesMediaNetflix’s stock has dropped 24% since its last earnings report, with investors worried that competitive pressures may be weighing on growthPublished: June 4, 2026 at 1:11 p.m. ET
Netflix’s stock has fallen steadily since its last earnings call as investors have begun wondering if competitive pressure from rivals like Amazon could slow growth. Photo: AFP via Getty ImagesNetflix has long sat at the top of the streaming world, but that hasn’t stopped investors from worrying about how long it will stay there.
The streaming giant’s stock NFLX has fallen 24% since the company’s last earnings call in April, largely driven by concerns that competitive pressure may weigh on Netflix’s growth potential over the long run.
Is now a good time to invest in stocks? Some might hesitate to do so due to the significant volatility equity markets have experienced this year and the possibility of even more troubles ahead. Others would argue that the stock market is overvalued right now and advocate waiting for a pullback. However, even in this environment, there are attractive companies to be had that can perform well over the long run. Here are two of the best, in my view: Nvidia (NVDA +0.15%) and Netflix (NFLX 1.20%). For those with $500 to spare (that isn't put away for emergencies), here is why it'd be wise to invest that money in these stocks.
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1. Nvidia Nvidia's run over the past five years has been nothing short of exceptional. The company's dominance in the GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) market -- the workhorse of artificial intelligence (AI) training -- has catapulted it to the largest corporation by market cap. Some may feel that Nvidia has peaked and that there isn't much upside left for the company. In fact, despite its most recent financial results being strong -- Nvidia beat expectations on the top and bottom lines -- Nvidia's shares dropped.
However, my view is that the semiconductor specialist remains one of the best growth stocks to invest in. Here are three reasons why. First, demand for the company's products should remain high through the medium term. Hyperscalers (and plenty of other companies) are pouring fortunes into AI infrastructure. This spending could reach between $3 trillion and $4 trillion by the end of the decade, according to Nvidia.
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Nvidia's best-in-class GPUs and CUDA ecosystem, which give it a wide moat, position it well to capitalize on this. Second, as we experience a shift to agentic AI -- with AI agents running on CPUs (Central Processing Units) -- Nvidia also sees a large market to tap into. The company thinks it could be worth $200 billion. Nvidia is working hard to tap into this opportunity. Notably, it is launching its Vera CPU to compete in this market. Nvidia does not need to dominate it the way it does the GPU space.
But progress in this space could meaningfully move the needle over the next few years. Lastly, Nvidia's shares look surprisingly affordable. The company is trading at 25.6x forward earnings. And for reference, the average forward P/E (price-to-earnings) for information technology stocks is currently 25.9. Nvidia looks more than reasonably valued at current levels, and the stock could, once again, beat the market over the next five years. Investors can purchase two of its shares for $500 right now.
2. Netflix Netflix has had a rough go of it this year, partly due to poor guidance following its first-quarter earnings update. The stock has declined 10% to date. Can it bounce back? Historically, it's been hard to keep Netflix down for too long. Post-earnings dips are often followed by sustained runs, especially for investors who hang onto its shares for long enough, say, several years. True, a lot has changed for Netflix over the past decade. It now has far more competition in the streaming market.
However, Netflix also has attractive opportunities and a wide moat that could allow it to deliver solid returns to patient investors. Streaming may seem ubiquitous, but analysts project it will continue to expand at least through the medium term.
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For its part, Netflix is seeking to enter niches of the field where it lags significantly behind some competitors. The list includes long-form video podcasts and sports streaming, areas where, if it can make solid headway, it could boost viewership and engagement on its platform. Further, Netflix's core advantage remains its vast ecosystem, which provides it with ample data to guide its content strategy.
Netflix reportedly has industry-leading churn rates -- despite raising its prices pretty regularly -- which speaks volumes about the value its customers place on the platform. All of those points indicate that Netflix is well-positioned to continue riding the streaming tailwind for a while and deliver excellent returns, especially for investors who buy its shares on the dip. Investors can get six of the company's shares at current levels with some change to spare.
Netflix (NFLX - Free Report) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.
Over the past month, shares of this internet video service have returned -7.6%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +5.5% change. During this period, the Zacks Broadcast Radio and Television industry, which Netflix falls in, has lost 7.1%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?
Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company's business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.
Revisions to Earnings EstimatesHere at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company's future earnings over anything else. That's because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.
Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock's fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.
For the current quarter, Netflix is expected to post earnings of $0.79 per share, indicating a change of +9.7% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
The consensus earnings estimate of $3.6 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +42.3%. This estimate has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $3.85 indicates a change of +7.1% from what Netflix is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has remained unchanged.
Having a strong externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool, the Zacks Rank, offers a more conclusive picture of a stock's price direction in the near term, since it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. Due to the size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, Netflix is rated Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue GrowthEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.
In the case of Netflix, the consensus sales estimate of $12.57 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +13.5%. The $51.41 billion and $57.47 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +13.8% and +11.8%, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryNetflix reported revenues of $12.25 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +16.2%. EPS of $0.7 for the same period compares with $0.66 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $12.17 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +0.65%. The EPS surprise was -7.89%.
Over the last four quarters, Netflix surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates two times over this period.
ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.
While comparing the current values of a company's valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock's price.
The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an A is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Netflix is graded D on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.
ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Netflix. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price. Do they really matter, though?
Let's take a look at what these Wall Street heavyweights have to say about Netflix (NFLX - Free Report) before we discuss the reliability of brokerage recommendations and how to use them to your advantage.
Netflix currently has an average brokerage recommendation (ABR) of 1.61, on a scale of 1 to 5 (Strong Buy to Strong Sell), calculated based on the actual recommendations (Buy, Hold, Sell, etc.) made by 50 brokerage firms. An ABR of 1.61 approximates between Strong Buy and Buy.
Of the 50 recommendations that derive the current ABR, 32 are Strong Buy and five are Buy. Strong Buy and Buy respectively account for 64% and 10% of all recommendations.
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While the ABR calls for buying Netflix, it may not be wise to make an investment decision solely based on this information. Several studies have shown limited to no success of brokerage recommendations in guiding investors to pick stocks with the best price increase potential.
Are you wondering why? The vested interest of brokerage firms in a stock they cover often results in a strong positive bias of their analysts in rating it. Our research shows that for every "Strong Sell" recommendation, brokerage firms assign five "Strong Buy" recommendations.
In other words, their interests aren't always aligned with retail investors, rarely indicating where the price of a stock could actually be heading. Therefore, the best use of this information could be validating your own research or an indicator that has proven to be highly successful in predicting a stock's price movement.
Zacks Rank, our proprietary stock rating tool with an impressive externally audited track record, categorizes stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), and is an effective indicator of a stock's price performance in the near future. Therefore, using the ABR to validate the Zacks Rank could be an efficient way of making a profitable investment decision.
Zacks Rank Should Not Be Confused With ABRAlthough both Zacks Rank and ABR are displayed in a range of 1--5, they are different measures altogether.
Broker recommendations are the sole basis for calculating the ABR, which is typically displayed in decimals (such as 1.28). The Zacks Rank, on the other hand, is a quantitative model designed to harness the power of earnings estimate revisions. It is displayed in whole numbers -- 1 to 5.
It has been and continues to be the case that analysts employed by brokerage firms are overly optimistic with their recommendations. Because of their employers' vested interests, these analysts issue more favorable ratings than their research would support, misguiding investors far more often than helping them.
On the other hand, earnings estimate revisions are at the core of the Zacks Rank. And empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.
In addition, the different Zacks Rank grades are applied proportionately to all stocks for which brokerage analysts provide current-year earnings estimates. In other words, this tool always maintains a balance among its five ranks.
There is also a key difference between the ABR and Zacks Rank when it comes to freshness. When you look at the ABR, it may not be up-to-date. Nonetheless, since brokerage analysts constantly revise their earnings estimates to reflect changing business trends, and their actions get reflected in the Zacks Rank quickly enough, it is always timely in predicting future stock prices.
Should You Invest in NFLX?In terms of earnings estimate revisions for Netflix, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has remained unchanged over the past month at $3.6.
Analysts' steady views regarding the company's earnings prospects, as indicated by an unchanged consensus estimate, could be a legitimate reason for the stock to perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Netflix. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>
It may therefore be prudent to be a little cautious with the Buy-equivalent ABR for Netflix.
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CompaniesJune 5 (Reuters) - Netflix (NFLX.O), opens new tab appointed lead independent director Jay Hoag as chairman of its board, succeeding Reed Hastings, who stepped down from the board of the streaming service he co-founded nearly three decades ago.
Here are some details on the move:
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The streaming platform announced the move in an SEC filing on Friday, saying Hoag assumed the role following its annual shareholders meeting on June 4.
Netflix said in April that Hastings is quitting the company in order to focus on his philanthropy and other pursuits.
Hastings transformed Netflix from a DVDs-by-mail business to a global streaming goliath that revolutionized the distribution of movies and television series.
He also steered it through the COVID-19 pandemic, which boosted its growth even as other entertainment companies struggled.
Hoag co-founded TCV, a growth equity firm, which has been an investor in Netflix for many years.
Hoag has served on Netflix's board since 1999 and was the lead independent director for more than a decade.
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A screen shot of the Netflix game "FIFA World Cup Launch Edition"
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In just a few days, the World Cup kicks off in Mexico City. Fox Sports and NBC Universal’s Telemundo have the exclusive broadcast and streaming rights in the United States, which will make it the go-to destination for World Cup fans.
But if you are a media company that isn’t Fox Sports or NBC Universal, you want to try and attract some of those viewers with some original World Cup-adjacent programming.
Global streamer Netflix is going all in on soccer, rolling out a series of soccer (or football) related documentaries and specials, as well as a new mobile game that can be played on your television.
FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition will be available exclusively on Netflix Games starting June 11th, timed to coincide with the kickoff of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The game will allow users to select from all 48 national teams competing in the tournament, play across 16 real-world stadiums and control any of the 1,248 players participating in the Cup.
And here is a rundown of all the new World Cup-adjacent specials and docuseries, which include not just modern soccer coverage, but documentaries about some of the sport’s most memorable and controversial stories.
New World Cup And Soccer Programming On Netflix
Brazil '70: The Third Star (5 episodes)
In 1970, a team of stars took the field under huge pressure - and cemented Brazil's reputation as the land of football. This is how they did it.
Mexico 86
Martin is mediocre at everything, but when he sees the a chance to bring football gold to Mexico, he proves not all goals are scored on the field.
Poldi
Footballer, entrepreneur, fan favorite and true community hero - Lukas Podolski reflects on his journey and what comes next in this intimate documentary.
Untold UK: Liverpool's Miracle Of Istanbul
After half-time in the 2005 Champions League final, Liverpool were 3-0 down. What happened next made football history - as players recall in this documentary.
Ronaldinho: The One
With a laid-back style and masterful dribbling skills, Ronaldinho became a star on and off the soccer field. This is his story - as never seen before.
Untold UK: Jamie Vardy
A team with 5,000-1 odds had never won the Premier League. But that was before Jamie Vardy. This is the definitive story of football's ultimate underdog.
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Emi Martinez: The Kid Who Stops Time
Based on the true story by author Hernan Casciari, this film shows the grit, love and sacrifice behind the career of Argentine goalie Emi Martinez.
Untold UK: Vinnie Jones
On-pitch enforcer. Off-pitch headliner. Football hardman Vinnie Jones tells his story of fame, fallout and a fresh start in this unfiltered documentary.
James
He won the Golden Boot in 2014 and led his country back to the global stage of football. Now James Rodriguez lets us into his life on and off the pitch.
The Bus: A French Football Mutiny
South Africa, 2010. The French football team is rocked by a World Cup scandal that tarnishes their reputation for years to come. What really happened?
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And let's not forget some of Netflix's soccer documentaries and original movies from the past several years that are also worth watching:
The Beautiful Game (2024)
This heartwarming tale of football, friendship and triumph against the odds stars Bill Night as the caring manager of England's Homeless World Cup team.
Lefter (2025)
With an unyielding spirit, Lefter overcomes political strife, heartbreak and triumph to cement his legacy as a football legend. Based on a true story.
Apache: The Life Of Carlos Tevez (2019) (8 episodes)
This gritty dramatization of the life of Carlos Tevez shows his rise to soccer stardom amid the harrowing conditions of Argentina's Fuerte Apache.
The Fight For Justice: Paolo Guerrero (2022) (6 episodes)
Peruvian soccer star Paolo Guerrero wages a difficult legal battle after testing positive for cocaine months before the World Cup. Based on a true story.
Club De Cuervos (2019) (4 seasons)
A brother and sister battle high expectations and each other after inheriting a soccer team. A series from the creators of "Nosotros los Nobles."
The Final Score (2022)
This dramatization tells the true story of Columbian soccer player Andres Escobar, who was murdered after scoring an own goal in the 1994 World Cup.
Captains Of The World (2023) (6 episodes)
Messi. Mbappe. Neymar. Kane. Ronaldo. Sit pitch-side with players and captains alike as their teams fight for football glory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The Final: Attack On Wembley (2024)
11 July, 2021. The Euros finals was the biggest day inb English football for over a half a century - and ended in disaster, on and off the pitch.
Beckham (2023)
An absolutely star-packed docuseries that is a fun, gossipy watch full of blunt, entertaining interviews.
Pele (2021)
Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pele's extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero.
Neymar (2022)
This documentary series highlights the complex relationship between Neymar and his father, who manages the star's carefully crafted image.
The Figo Affair: The Transfer That Changed Football (2022)
He was once a hero at Camp Nou. Then they called him a liar. In his own words, Luis Figo recalls the stunning move that changed his career.
Angel Di Maria: Breaking Down The Wall (2024)
His parents were simply looking for a way to help their restless son, Angel, focus. They never dreamed he's be a FIFA World Cup and Olympic champion.
Netflix continues its bumpy pursuit of an original film lineup, with some stellar hits and other big misses. Plus, there’s the endless debate over what should or should not be allowed to hit theaters, however briefly. One that has been planted firmly on Netflix and Netflix alone is Office Romance, the new romantic comedy starring Brett Goldstein and Jennifer Lopez. Is it actually worth checking out, however? Well, both critics and audiences have given their reviews, and they are in lockstep that it is…pretty mediocre.
While everyone on Earth obviously knows Jennifer Lopez, you may also know Brett Goldstein as the permanently angry soccer player Roy Kent on Ted Lasso. But he’s done much more than that, also the co-creator of Shrinking, possibly the best comedy on TV, where he also wrote a number of episodes. Now, he wrote Office Romance as well, in addition to starring as Lopez’s love interest. There were rumors that he and Lopez ended up dating in real life, but that does not appear to be happening. At least currently.
As it stands, critics and fans agree the film is… not amazing. It currently boasts a rare tie on Rotten Tomatoes with a 51% critic score and a 51% audience score as well. It’s 6/10 on IMDb, which isn’t much better.
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The film stars Lopez as Jackie, the CEO of Air Cruz, who has a strict no-dating policy in her company, but that changes when Goldstein, a lawyer, begins working for her. You may be able to guess what happens from there.
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The movie is…a lot. Its tone shifts all over the place to being rather sweet to incredibly raunchy, including one moment later in the film that’s something of a jumpscare, and is currently being passed around social media.
Why aren’t critics thrilled with it? Here’s a sampling:
RogerEbert.com (0.5/4) – “The dialogue sounds like it came out of an R-rated fortune cookie. Even worse, just when you think it’s over, there are extra scenes during the credits to prolong the agony.”AV Club (D-) – “While the romance here feels tenuous at best, the comedy is in even worse shape, often mistaking uncomfortable oversharing for punchlines. If this was meant to be a return to form for Lopez, it’s not a satisfying comeback.”Lopez, obviously, is a veteran of many romantic comedies, from The Wedding Planner to Maid in Manhattan. Those movies were received even worse than Office Romance (The Wedding Planner has a brutal 17% Rotten Tomatoes score), but that didn’t prevent them from becoming genre classics. We’ll see if that could happen with Office Romance.
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Netflix (NFLX 1.20%) shares might be 39% off their record right now (as of June 4), but investors can't argue with its long-term performance. The streaming stock has rocketed 719% higher in the past decade. Today, the company's market capitalization sits at a sizable $343 billion.
But could this become a trillion-dollar stock by 2030?
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Netflix's market cap will need to expand by 192% over the next four years to reach the 13-figure club, which currently has only 15 members in it. This translates to a robust 30.7% annualized growth rate.
As a reference, over the past four years, Netflix's valuation has risen by 289%. However, this comparison might be skewed since the stock tanked in 2022 due to subscriber losses, so it was starting from a low base.
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It doesn't seem likely that Netflix will be able to reach a trillion-dollar market cap by 2030. For starters, its valuation isn't cheap, so there is a low probability that the multiple can introduce meaningful upside. The stock trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.3.
Additionally, the company's growth is slowing. Management expects Netflix to report $51.2 billion in revenue in 2026 (at the midpoint), which would be up 13.3% year over year.
Long gone are the days of greater than 20% annualized top-line gains. This isn't exactly a surprising revelation. Netflix is more mature than it was in its earlier years. And competition for attention is fierce.
Neil Patel has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Netflix. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
