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Practical, Easy-to-Follow Advice to Keep Your Home and Family Safe While Celebrating Halloween

, /PRNewswire/ -- Halloween can be full of fun and fright, but for homeowners, it sometimes brings more tricks than treats. Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) wants to help protect policyholders, their families and their property during the spookiest time of the year.

"Halloween is a fun night, but it also brings unique risks for homeowners. From increased foot traffic to potential vandalism, it's smart to double-check your homeowners insurance coverage," said Bonnie Lee, Vice President of Property Claims at Mercury Insurance. "Make sure your property is well-lit, walkways are clear, and your policy covers common holiday mishaps like damage to decorations or property caused by pranks."

Lee offers these 10 practical safety tips to help homeowners steer clear of unwanted mayhem this Halloween:

1. Clear your walkways
Remove items like garden tools, hoses and toys from the paths leading to your home. Keeping the area clutter free reduces both trip hazards for visitors and the chance of something being stolen.

2. Secure your backyard
While the front door is busy with trick-or-treaters, burglars may target more secluded areas. Lock gates, back doors and garage entrances to discourage anyone from sneaking onto your property unnoticed.

3. Keep your exterior well-lit
A bright yard is not only safer for trick-or-treaters, but also less appealing to vandals. Make sure pathways, porches and side areas remain illuminated throughout the night.

4. Lock your front door between visitors
It might be tempting to leave the door unlocked for convenience but always relock it after handing out candy. It only takes a few seconds and can prevent unwanted intrusions.

5. Team up with your neighbors
Halloween is a great time to connect with your community. When neighbors are out and about, keep an eye on their property to help deter suspicious activity.

6. Choose safe costumes
Make sure costumes don't create hazards. Avoid long outfits that can cause trips, masks that block vision or props with sharp edges. Opt for visible, reflective materials or accessories so children can be easily seen in the dark.

7. Heading out of town? Keep it discreet
If you'll be away, turn on motion sensor lights and arm your security system. Let a trusted neighbor know you'll be gone so they can monitor your property.

8. Drive cautiously
Children are more than twice as likely to be injured on Halloween, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. Slow down in residential areas, stay alert for pedestrians and make sure your own family crosses streets safely at crosswalks.

9. Park smart
Vehicles are frequent targets for Halloween pranks. If you can, park in your garage. Otherwise, choose a well-lit area and activate your car alarm before leaving.

10. Review your insurance coverage
Halloween can lead to an uptick in vandalism and minor property damage. Check in with your insurance agent ahead of time to ensure your current policy provides the protection you need.

For more Halloween safety tips, visit Mercury's blog. 

About Mercury Insurance

Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is a multiple-line insurance carrier predominantly offering personal auto, homeowners, renters and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia, as well as auto insurance in Florida. Mercury writes other lines of insurance in various states, including commercial, business owners and business auto, landlord, home-sharing, ride-hailing and mechanical protection insurance

Since 1962, Mercury has provided customers with tremendous value for their insurance dollar by pairing ultra-competitive rates with excellent customer service, through more than 4,200 employees and a network of more than 6,340 independent agents in 11 states. Mercury has earned an "A" rating from A.M. Best, as well as "Best Auto Insurance Company" designations from Forbes and Insure.com. For the latest news, please visit the new Mercury Insurance Newsroom at https://newsroom.mercuryinsurance.com/. For further assistance, contact us at [email protected]. For more information, visit www.MercuryInsurance.com or follow the company on X, Instagram or Facebook.

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€1.1 billion planned investment to scale manufacturing and infrastructure in Dresden and boost Europe’s semiconductor supply chain resilience

October 28, 2025 12:00 ET

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DRESDEN, Germany, Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GlobalFoundries (NASDAQ: GFS) (GF) today announced plans to invest €1.1 billion to expand its manufacturing capabilities at its Dresden, Germany site. The investment will enable a production capacity increase to more than one million wafers per year by the end of 2028, making it the largest site of its kind in Europe.

The expansion, known as project SPRINT, is expected to be supported by the German federal government and the State of Saxony under the framework of the European Chips Act, with EU approval for the full program expected later this year. This investment underscores Saxony's role as a critical hub for semiconductor manufacturing and innovation and reinforces Europe's strategic goal of supply chain resilience.

As a part of the project, the facility will be upgraded to offer end-to-end European processes and data flows for critical semiconductor security requirements.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as part of his visit to GF Dresden on 28 October, welcomed the planned investments in Germany: “The SPRINT project is a commitment to Germany as an industrial and innovation location – and above all to the sovereignty of our country and Europe. The investment in chip manufacturing in Dresden sends a signal that Germany wants to play an active role in shaping the development of the global semiconductor market. Germany already plays a leading role in microelectronics in Europe. With its national microelectronics strategy, the federal government is setting the course for further expanding this strength."

Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer adds: “The further expansion of semiconductor manufacturing here at GlobalFoundries is a clear commitment to a unique location. The billion-euro investment is more good news for Silicon Saxony, Europe's most important microelectronics location, and demonstrates the attractiveness and dynamism of the cluster that has grown here. This will not only strengthen the Saxon economy—Germany and Europe will also benefit. After all, more chips manufactured here also means more German and European sovereignty and technological independence in this key industry. Germany's economic vulnerability due to excessive dependencies is currently being demonstrated by the example of chip manufacturer Nexperia.”

The new manufacturing capacity will focus on GF’s highly differentiated technologies – with critical performance features including low power, embedded secure memory, and wireless connectivity – all essential for meeting Europe’s chip demand for automotive, internet of things (IoT), defense and critical infrastructure applications. These sectors are being rapidly transformed by the rise of physical AI technologies for which GF’s semiconductors are essential. The investment will also support continued innovation in next-generation compute architectures and quantum technologies as they scale into the next decade.

“Recent disruptions in the automotive sector underscore just how vulnerable global chip supply chains truly are. Our planned expansion in Dresden is yet another step in GF’s strategy to address these challenges head-on and deliver on our commitment to support Europe’s need for secure supply chains and differentiated technologies,” said Tim Breen, CEO of GlobalFoundries. “By scaling our manufacturing footprint in Europe, in the U.S. and around the world, GF is reinforcing its role as a resilient and trusted partner to customers in critical industries and building a foundation for the next wave of innovation as physical AI becomes reality.”

Dr. Manfred Horstmann, senior vice president and general manager European fabs at GlobalFoundries, adds: “With this planned investment, we are deepening our commitment to Germany and Europe. Expanding cleanroom capacity is not just about meeting demand; it is about future-proofing Europe's industrial base and securing local access to essential chip technologies.”

“As we move toward a future defined by connected and autonomous mobility, establishing a growth-oriented semiconductor manufacturing network is essential. We therefore sincerely congratulate our partner GlobalFoundries on the planned expansion of its production site in Dresden. This investment marks a significant milestone in strengthening the resilience of the European automotive industry. It aligns fully with our strategic vision of technology leadership and our commitment to operating in the market, for the market.”
Philipp von Hirschheydt, CEO, AUMOVIO SE

“GlobalFoundries’ expansion in Dresden strengthens the semiconductor ecosystem, paving the way for advanced solutions in the automotive sector. GF’s technologies empower the performance, safety, and connectivity essential for next-generation mobility. This investment affirms leadership in automotive innovation and strengthens the Silicon Saxony region.”
Michael Budde, President Mobility Electronics, Robert Bosch GmbH

"GlobalFoundries’ expansion in Dresden strengthens the European semiconductor industry, boosting supply chain resilience for our customers right here in Europe and overall industrial resilience. It also bolsters the strong ecosystem in Saxony and strengthens our partnership."
Jochen Hanebeck, CEO, Infineon

"Meeting growing demand for secure, efficient semiconductor solutions requires trusted partnerships and resilient supply strategies. Our long-standing partnership with GF is rooted in shared innovation and execution, targeted at the automotive and industrial & IoT markets. GF’s Dresden facility expansion is an important strategic step that enhances NXP’s ability to deliver differentiated technologies while reinforcing Europe's role as vital hub for advanced semiconductor manufacturing and a resilient ecosystem."
Rafael Sotomayor, President and CEO, NXP Semiconductors

"Semiconductors are the gateway between the real and digital worlds. They form the backbone of modern industrial economies. GlobalFoundries' investment strengthens the European semiconductor ecosystem. Together we are building a robust foundation for sustained innovation and global competitiveness to accelerate our customers’ digital transformation."
Cedrik Neike, Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG and CEO Digital Industries

"As a Dresden-based deep-tech company, GlobalFoundries expansion and increased capacity enables us to accelerate the commercialization of our neuromorphic computing technologies, bringing brain-inspired AI solutions to market faster and more efficiently. In particular, the local proximity and advanced manufacturing capabilities are instrumental in supporting our ambitious growth plans and reinforcing Dresden’s role as a global hub for next-generation AI hardware."
Hector Gonzalez, CEO, SpiNNcloud

GF recently joined the “Made for Germany” initiative, a coalition of companies demonstrating long-term commitment to Germany through major industrial investment. GF has invested more than €10 billion in its Dresden site since 2009, one of the largest industrial investments in the country.

About GF
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors the world relies on to live, work and connect. We innovate and partner with customers to deliver more power-efficient, high-performance products for the automotive, smart mobile devices, internet of things, communications infrastructure and other high-growth markets. With our global manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia, GF is a trusted and reliable source for customers around the world. Every day, our talented global team delivers results with an unyielding focus on security, longevity, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Forward-looking information
This news release may contain forward-looking statements, which involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. GF undertakes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release or to reflect actual outcomes, unless required by law.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Semler Scientific, Inc. (“Semler Scientific” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: SMLR) and certain of its officers.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Dow Inc. (“Dow” or “the Company”) (NYSE: DOW) and certain of its officers.

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Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) is scheduled to announce its earnings on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Revenues are expected to increase by approximately 3% year-over-year to $2.41 billion, while earnings are anticipated to reach about $1.61 per share, representing an increase of about $1.55 compared to a year earlier. Recent quarters have seen growth propelled by stronger futures and options activity. Volatility in the energy markets has led to elevated trading volumes, and there has also been a rise in interest rate products as market participants adapted to shifting monetary policy. We might observe comparable trends during Q3 as well.

The company has a current market capitalization of $90 billion. Revenue over the past twelve months was $13 billion, and it was operationally profitable, with operating profits of $4.8 billion and net income of $3.0 billion. While much will depend on how results compare to consensus expectations, understanding historical trends could work in your favor if you are an event-driven trader.

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Intercontinental Exchange’s Historical Odds Of Positive Post-Earnings ReturnHere are some observations regarding one-day (1D) post-earnings returns:

There have been 20 earnings data points documented over the last five years, with 8 positive and 12 negative one-day (1D) returns recorded. In total, positive 1D returns occurred about 40% of the time.This percentage notably rises to 42% when looking at data from the last 3 years instead of 5.The median of the 8 positive returns = 2.6%, and the median of the 12 negative returns = -1.0%Further data for the observed 5-Day (5D) and 21-Day (21D) returns post earnings are summarized in the table below along with the statistics.

1D, 5D, and 21D Post Earnings Return

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Correlation Between 1D, 5D, and 21D Historical ReturnsA relatively less risky strategy (although not beneficial if the correlation is low) is to discern the correlation between short-term and medium-term returns post earnings, identify a pair that holds the highest correlation, and execute the appropriate trade. For instance, if 1D and 5D exhibit the most substantial correlation, a trader could take a “long” position for the subsequent 5 days if the 1D post-earnings return is positive. Below is some correlation data grounded in a 5-year and a 3-year (more recent) history. It is important to note that the correlation 1D_5D pertains to the relationship between 1D post-earnings returns and ensuing 5D returns.

Correlation Between 1D, 5D, and 21D Historical Returns

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Correlation With Peer Earnings

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For the quarter ended September 2025, Alkermes (ALKS - Free Report) reported revenue of $394.19 million, up 4.2% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.49, compared to $0.73 in the year-ago quarter.

The reported revenue represents a surprise of +10.83% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $355.68 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.42, the EPS surprise was +16.67%.

While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Street expectations to determine their next course of action, some key metrics always provide a better insight into a company's underlying performance.

As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.

Here is how Alkermes performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:

Revenues- Manufacturing and Royalty revenues: $76.76 million versus $66.19 million estimated by six analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a -27% change.Revenues- Product sales, net: $317.42 million versus the six-analyst average estimate of $286.43 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +16.3%.Revenues- Proprietary Sales- VIVITROL: $121.1 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $112.11 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +6.5%.Revenues- Manufacturing and Royalty Revenues- VUMERITY: $35.6 million compared to the $34.18 million average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of +9.2% year over year.Revenues- Proprietary Sales- ARISTADA: $98.1 million versus $86.95 million estimated by three analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +15.8% change.Revenues- Proprietary Sales- LYBALVI: $98.2 million versus $87.08 million estimated by three analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +31.5% change.View all Key Company Metrics for Alkermes here>>>

Shares of Alkermes have returned +2.3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +3.6% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), indicating that it could outperform the broader market in the near term.

Alfa Laval AB (publ) (OTCPK:ALFVY) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 28, 2025 4:00 AM EDT

Company Participants

Tom Erixon - President & CEO
Fredrik Ekstrom - Chief Financial Officer

Conference Call Participants

Gustaf Schwerin - Handelsbanken Capital Markets AB, Research Division
Magnus Kruber - Nordea Markets, Research Division
Carl Deijenberg - DNB Carnegie, Research Division
Uma Samlin - BofA Securities, Research Division
Andreas Koski - BNP Paribas Exane, Research Division
James Moore - Rothschild & Co Redburn, Research Division
John-B Kim - Deutsche Bank AG, Research Division
Klas Bergelind - Citigroup Inc., Research Division
Johan Eliason - Sparebank 1 Markets AS, Research Division

Presentation

Operator

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Alfa Laval Q3 '25 Report Conference Call. I'm Valentina, the Chorus Call operator. [Operator Instructions] The conference is being recorded. [Operator Instructions]

The conference must not be recorded for publication or broadcast.

At this time, it's my pleasure to hand over to Tom Erixon, CEO. You will now be joined into the conference room.

Tom Erixon
President & CEO

Good morning, and welcome to Alfa Laval's Third Quarter Earnings Call. And Fredrik and I, we're going to take you through the quarter. So let me, as always, start with a couple of introductory comments.

Now with a solid order book and good demand in service and short-cycle businesses, sales grew 8% organically in the quarter. It was a stable and clean quarter operationally and earnings increased to a new record level of SEK 3.2 billion in the quarter on the EBITA level. And then finally, as you noticed, we have adjusted our financial targets to better reflect our financial performance levels. And I will comment on the financial targets a bit later.

So let me go to the key figures. Order intake was good in the quarter with a 10% organic decline as expected due to the normalization

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The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Knife River?For Knife River, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +4.70%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #5.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Knife River will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Knife River would post earnings of $1.27 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.89, delivering a surprise of -29.92%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates just once.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Knife River doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

An Industry Player's Expected ResultsAnother stock from the Zacks Building Products - Miscellaneous industry, Arcosa (ACA - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $1.29 per share for the quarter ended September 2025. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +41.8%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $778.3 million, up 21.5% from the year-ago quarter.

Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for Arcosa has been revised 1.2% up to the current level. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of 0%, reflecting an equal Most Accurate Estimate.

This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Arcosa will beat the consensus EPS estimate. Over the last four quarters, the company surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times.

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Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on higher revenues when Live Nation (LYV - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis ticket seller and concert promoter is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.39 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -16.3%.

Revenues are expected to be $8.64 billion, up 12.9% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 2.84% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Live Nation?For Live Nation, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -12.74%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Live Nation will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Live Nation would post earnings of $1.01 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.41, delivering a surprise of -59.41%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Live Nation doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

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Kodiak Gas Services (KGS - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis provider of oil and gas infrastructure services is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.50 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +22%.

Revenues are expected to be $326.31 million, up 0.5% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 18.63% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Kodiak Gas?For Kodiak Gas, the Most Accurate Estimate is the same as the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that there are no recent analyst views which differ from what have been considered to derive the consensus estimate. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of 0%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Kodiak Gas will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Kodiak Gas would post earnings of $0.46 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.49, delivering a surprise of +6.52%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Kodiak Gas doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

An Industry Player's Expected ResultsAnother stock from the Zacks Oil and Gas - Mechanical and and Equipment industry, Oil States International (OIS - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $0.1 per share for the quarter ended September 2025. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +150%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $167.52 million, down 3.9% from the year-ago quarter.

The consensus EPS estimate for Oil States International has been revised 5.7% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. However, a lower Most Accurate Estimate has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -10%.

This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Oil States International will beat the consensus EPS estimate. Over the last four quarters, the company surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.

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Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Jackson Financial (JXN - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis financial services company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $5.10 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +10.9%.

Revenues are expected to be $1.89 billion, up 7.7% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 3.94% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Jackson Financial?For Jackson Financial, the Most Accurate Estimate is the same as the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that there are no recent analyst views which differ from what have been considered to derive the consensus estimate. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of 0%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Jackson Financial will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Jackson Financial would post earnings of $4.61 per share when it actually produced earnings of $4.87, delivering a surprise of +5.64%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates two times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Jackson Financial doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

The market expects Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on lower revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.00 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +100%.

Revenues are expected to be $2.43 billion, down 5.6% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 2.16% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Hertz Global?For Hertz Global, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -7,814.66%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Hertz Global will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Hertz Global would post a loss of$0.45 per share when it actually produced a loss of -$0.34, delivering a surprise of +24.44%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates just once.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Hertz Global doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

An Industry Player's Expected ResultsAmong the stocks in the Zacks Transportation - Services industry, TFI International Inc. (TFII - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $1.19 per share for the quarter ended September 2025. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -25.6%. This quarter's revenue is expected to be $2.04 billion, down 6.6% from the year-ago quarter.

Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for TFI International has been revised 9.2% down to the current level. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of -3.63%, reflecting a lower Most Accurate Estimate.

When combined with a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell), this Earnings ESP makes it difficult to conclusively predict that TFI International will beat the consensus EPS estimate. Over the last four quarters, the company surpassed EPS estimates just once.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

GXO Logistics (GXO - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis contract logistics provider is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.78 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -1.3%.

Revenues are expected to be $3.37 billion, up 6.9% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 3.01% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for GXO Logistics?For GXO Logistics, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +0.18%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination indicates that GXO Logistics will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that GXO Logistics would post earnings of $0.56 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.57, delivering a surprise of +1.79%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

GXO Logistics appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

An Industry Player's Expected ResultsGXO Logistics (GXO - Free Report) , another stock in the Zacks Transportation - Air Freight and Cargo industry, is expected to report earnings per share of $0.78 for the quarter ended September 2025. This estimate points to a year-over-year change of -1.3%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $3.37 billion, up 6.9% from the year-ago quarter.

Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for GXO Logistics has been revised 3% down to the current level. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of +0.18%, reflecting a higher Most Accurate Estimate.

This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggests that GXO Logistics will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate. The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.

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Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when Graphic Packaging (GPK - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis packaging company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.54 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -15.6%.

Revenues are expected to be $2.15 billion, down 3% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 6.01% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Graphic Packaging?For Graphic Packaging, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -1.96%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Graphic Packaging will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Graphic Packaging would post earnings of $0.4 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.42, delivering a surprise of +5.00%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates just once.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Graphic Packaging doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. (KD - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.35 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +3400%.

Revenues are expected to be $3.82 billion, up 1.1% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.56% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Kyndryl Holdings, Inc.?For Kyndryl Holdings, Inc., the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +12.50%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. would post earnings of $0.36 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.37, delivering a surprise of +2.78%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

The market expects Ero Copper Corp. (ERO - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.35 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +29.6%.

Revenues are expected to be $207.9 million, up 66.6% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 11.03% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Ero Copper?For Ero Copper, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -15.84%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Ero Copper will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Ero Copper would post earnings of $0.33 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.46, delivering a surprise of +39.39%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Ero Copper doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Eaton (ETN - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis power management company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $3.06 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +7.8%.

Revenues are expected to be $7.06 billion, up 11.2% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.02% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Eaton?For Eaton, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -0.11%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Eaton will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Eaton would post earnings of $2.92 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.95, delivering a surprise of +1.03%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Eaton doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

The market expects Equitable Holdings, Inc. (EQH - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on lower revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2025. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on November 4. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.63 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +6.5%.

Revenues are expected to be $3.66 billion, down 3.2% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.28% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Equitable Holdings?For Equitable Holdings, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -2.94%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Equitable Holdings will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Equitable Holdings would post earnings of $1.28 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.41, delivering a surprise of +10.16%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates two times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Equitable Holdings doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

What to Know:

Trump-backed American Bitcoin ($ABTC) surged 11% after adding 1,414 $BTC ($163M) to its treasury, bringing total holdings to roughly 3,865 $BTC worth $446M.
The company, backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, uses a novel Satoshis per Share (SPS) metric to show investors exactly how much $BTC backs each share.
Among the best altcoins to watch in this rotation are Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a Bitcoin Layer-2; PepeNode ($PEPENODE), a mine-to-earn meme project; and World Liberty Financial ($WLFI), the Trump-themed DeFi ecosystem.

The Trump family has made another bold move in the corporate crypto world as the publicly listed treasury and mining firm American Bitcoin (ABTC) announced a 1,414 Bitcoin addition to its holdings.

That’s roughly $163M at current prices and brings $ABTC’s total stash to about 3,865 BTC – approximately $446M.

Backed by Donald Trump Jr and Eric Trump, American Bitcoin is the public-facing vehicle formed after a merger between Canadian miner Hut 8 Corp and Gryphon Digital Mining.

In a media release, American Bitcoin emphasized that its business model goes beyond simply buying $BTC; it also mines the cryptocurrency directly, which the company says gives it a cost advantage over peers that purely purchase from the market.

To drive the point home, ABTC relies on a metric called ‘Satoshis per share,’ or SPS. With 100M Satoshis per Bitcoin, ‘sats’ are the smallest unit of value in $BTC. By dividing the number of shares by the total number of sats in the Bitcoin it holds, ABTC can tell shareholders exactly how much $BTC their holdings represent.

Following the announcement, ABTC’s stock rose by more than 11% in a single session, as the news resonated with investors hungry for exposure to public company-level crypto strategies.

Bitcoin is up by around 4.7% in the past week, and sits just under $115K, near a two-week high.

ABTC forms part of the growing push for crypto treasuries, and signals confidence in Bitcoin’s near-term trajectory. That trajectory bodes well for key altcoins as well. Even as ABTC amasses Bitcoin, tokens like $HYPER, $PEPENODE, and $WLFI are emerging as the best altcoins to buy right now.

1. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) – Next-Generation Bitcoin Layer-2 for Fast, Cheap $BTC Transactions
Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) plans to introduce a next-gen Layer-2 ecosystem that will address Bitcoin’s biggest pain points – slow speeds, high costs, and smart-contract compatibility.

And the project will do this by merging Bitcoin’s monetary dominance with Solana’s high-performance virtual machine (SVM) environment.

The Hyper Layer-2 will use a Canonical Bridge architecture on the SVM that allows native $BTC to be minted, wrapped, and deployed across a fast, low-fee ecosystem. And with zero-knowledge proofs and final settlement on the original Bitcoin Layer-1, it will all be executed without compromising Bitcoin’s top-tier security model.

Bitcoin Hyper enables real-time payments, DeFi participation, and on-chain micro-transactions that unlock Bitcoin’s liquidity for practical utility.

The project’s hybrid framework positions it as a natural upgrade to Bitcoin, capable of scaling transaction speeds from Bitcoin’s current seven transactions per second to multiple thousands, courtesy of the SVM. Meanwhile, its native token, $HYPER, will power validator staking, bridge operations, and ecosystem governance.

➡️ Discover more about this exciting Layer-2 project in our detailed Bitcoin Hyper review.

The combination of new utility and proven reliability bode well for $HYPER’s performance, which is why it’s no surprise that the Bitcoin Hyper surpassed the $25M milestone yesterday.

It’s also part of the reason our $HYPER price prediction shows that the token could potentially increase from its current price of $0.013185 to $0.08625 by the end of 2026 – for 554% gains. To get in now, check out our step-by-step guide to buying $HYPER.

Being a presale, though, its price rises in stages, while the staking APY decreases as more holders stake their tokens. With little over one day left before the next price increase – and staking APY currently at 47% – there’s no time like the present to join the presale at its early-bird price.

Ready to jump in? Visit the official Bitcoin Hyper presale website right away.

2. PepeNode ($PEPENODE) – ‘Mine-to-Earn’ for Bigger Gains and Meme Coin Rewards
PepeNode ($PEPENODE) deploys an innovative ‘mine-to-earn’ infrastructure play that transforms how meme coin culture and the blockchain intersect.

With a virtual server-room model, you’ll be able to use your $PEPENODE tokens to buy mining rigs and nodes to outfit your server rooms. And the more nodes you have, the more $PEPENODE you’ll mine.

Rewards are also up for grabs courtesy of this gamified project – and they’re not limited to $PEPENODE. Rewards include other popular meme coins like $PEPE and $FARTCOIN.

This novel platform brings together the fun of blockchain gaming and the raw potential of meme coins. For PepeNode investors, mine-to-earn opens the door for several ways to earn from the project:

$PEPENODE token price increases: Our PepeNode price prediction shows the token could potentially go from $0.0011227 to $0.0077 by the end of 2026, a 585% increase.
Staking and $PEPENODE rewards: The dynamic staking APY currently stands at 653%, while mine-to-earn rewards will be available after the project launches post-TGE.
Other meme coin rewards: Earning $FARTCOIN and $PEPE adds another way to benefit from the project.

➡️ Discover how to buy PepeNode in our easy-to-follow guide.

The PepeNode presale has already raised $1.9M+, despite the presale only recently being launched. We expect that figure to ramp up considerably, placing $PEPENODE among the next altcoins to potentially explode.

Fancy being a virtual crypto miner? Head to the official $PEPENODE presale today.

3. World Liberty Financial ($WLFI) – Centerpiece of Donald Trump’s Crypto Empire
World Liberty Financial ($WLFI) – like all Trump projects – is as politically charged as it is business-motivated. Launched in parallel with Donald Trump’s pro-crypto policies, World Liberty Financial includes the $WLFI token as well as stablecoins like $USD1.

$WLFI blends meme-coin energy with a treasury-backed investment protocol tied to the Trump movement’s populist narrative. Its mission is to empower holders through decentralized finance, tokenized assets, and a particular brand identity.

$WLFI recently gained viral traction after a White House-themed tweet referenced GameStop and crypto freedom and sent trading volume surging past $220M in a single day.

Currently trading at $0.1465, $WLFI is up by more than 14% in the past week, reflecting an appeal that lies partly in its growing ecosystem and partly in political mood affiliation.

Buy your $WLFI today through MEXC and other leading platforms.

To recap: American Bitcoin’s $163M bet on Bitcoin highlights just how much institutional corporate interest there is in the crypto space. Projects like $WLFI show how that interest bridges from corporate projects to leading altcoins, and $HYPER and $PEPENODE stand to benefit.

Always do your own research; this isn’t financial advice.

Authored by Aaron Walker, NewsBTC – https://www.newsbtc.com/news/american-bitcoin-pumps-post-btc-buy-next-altcoins-to-soar

Sneha Agrawal

With over four years of experience in covering and tracking the financial markets, Sneha Agrawal is a dedicated Crypto Journalist and Editor with passion for researching and writing the crypto pieces. She is currently leading the Block of Fame, here at CoinGape. She likes to keep track of political, legal and financial happenings all around the world - without which she deems her day incomplete. Apart from her Journalistic endeavours, she is a solo traveler, museum goer, and a keen reader of books.

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As a substitute for Wikipedia, Elon Musk's most recent project, Grokipedia, was formally launched today and is already gathering the public's attention. According to reports, the platform Musk is referring to is a smarter AI-enhanced encyclopedia for the modern web and has amassed 800,000 articles, which is a significant amount for a platform that has only recently gone live.

AI-powered Wikipedia?Grokipedia is positioning itself as a competitor based on quality depth and adaptive intelligence rather than quantity, with its eight million entries still far behind Wikipedia's. The Bitcoin article on Grokipedia that delves deeply into the history, workings and development of the biggest cryptocurrency in the world might be an interesting read for crypto enthusiasts. 

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The technical underpinnings of Bitcoin and its economic impact are both clearly covered, something that is uncommon in popular encyclopedias that usually very briefly cover the history of digital gold. The strong incorporation of artificial intelligence in Grokipedia is what sets it apart. An AI system that can synthesize verified data sources, improve structure and remove redundancies writes and maintains each article dynamically.

Grokipedia's modelIn place of community edits, AI models manage coherence and fact-checking in real time combining the effectiveness of machine learning with the dependability of curated knowledge. This gives readers a multilayered perspective on the Bitcoin entry in particular, including historical milestones, blockchain fundamentals, macroeconomic relevance and even current adoption trends, all in one factual and readable narrative. Grokipedia might become the first true competitor of Wikipedia.

With the Bitcoin page serving as an example — possibly the most in-depth Bitcoin article ever published by any digital encyclopedia — it has the potential to become the definitive knowledge hub of the AI age thanks to a combination of AI-curated accuracy and human-readable synthesis.

In brief
Coinbase offers Bitcoin-backed loans as a technology provider.
The exchange’s competitors have state-by-state licenses.
Coinbase applied for a national trust charter this month.
As Coinbase leans into its Bitcoin-backed lending product, the exchange is offering customers competitive rates by connecting them with lightly vetted pools of capital, which don’t require people to provide personal information before funds are disbursed to Americans.

Although the exchange’s competitors have attained state-by-state licenses to provide similar services, Coinbase’s product isn’t subject to the same potential barriers because the company is acting as a technology provider—and not lending customers’ assets itself.

Instead of doing business with Coinbase, the exchange’s customers, through Coinbase’s mobile app, are depositing funds into decentralized finance protocol Morpho. On Morpho’s platform, they can post Bitcoin as collateral for loans in Circle’s USDC. Alternatively, Coinbase’s customers can deposit USDC into Morpho to earn yield.

In the U.S., lenders are required to abide by KYC (know your customer) and AML (anti-money laundering) regulations to ward off financial crimes. These requirements include obtaining personally identifiable information from their users, such as their names, physical addresses, and even social security numbers. But as a permissionless protocol, Morpho wasn’t designed to oversee transactions like most financial institutions do.

In DeFi, infrastructure is designed to let capital flow freely between individuals, no matter who they are. Multiple industry observers told Decrypt that dynamic likely makes Coinbase’s product more lucrative, but it also raises compliance concerns.

That is, Coinbase’s customers are subject to a primary defense against money laundering and terrorist financing, while their lenders face a lower bar. That includes entities depositing USDC into “vaults” on Morpho, which are managed by a firm called Steakhouse. (Coinbase recently told Decrypt that Steakhouse shares performance fees with the exchange.)

Those depositing USDC into Steakhouse’s vaults on Morpho, for example, “represent and warrant” that they are at least 18 years old, just by using the company’s services, according to Steakhouse documentation. Those users also indicate that they aren’t on “any sanctions or restricted persons lists,” covering countries like Iran, North Korea, and Russia.

Steakhouse says users “must” not use their vaults if they do not meet those requirements, but it doesn’t appear to have a standard verification process in place. Still, Steakhouse says it can suspend access “through third-party platforms or interfaces.”

“Any Coinbase user who deposits their USDC in a Morpho vault is fully KYC’ed, in addition to Morpho’s own geographic and sanctions screening,” a Coinbase spokesperson told Decrypt. “Pair that with Circle’s ability to blacklist any address deemed illicit, and there are several factors at play to make this architecture unsuitable for bad actors.”

Morpho Association, a French nonprofit entity, can restrict access to “some components” of the protocol at their discretion, according to Morpho documentation. Among several reasons, that includes “legal and regulatory requirements,” the documentation states.

The New York Department of Financial Services approved a limited implementation of Coinbase’s Bitcoin-backed lending product, a person familiar with the matter told Decrypt.

Whitelisted poolsCoinbase’s Bitcoin-backed lending product surpassed $1 billion in originations this month. And as its customers make down payments on homes or purchase big-ticket items like cars, the exchange plans on raising loan limits to $5 million from $1 million soon.

A few weeks ago, Coinbase became the latest company in the cryptosphere to apply to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust charter. Unlike a traditional banking charter, a national trust charter does not allow institutions to make loans.

Coinbase once offered Bitcoin-backed loans directly to customers, but the service was discontinued amid industry-wide scrutiny in 2023. At the time, Coinbase charged an annual percentage rate of 8.7% on Bitcoin-backed loans.

In 2024, Coinbase Ventures participated in a $50 million strategic funding round for Morpho, not long after the protocol expanded to Coinbase’s Ethereum layer-2 scaling network Base. Previously, Morpho’s services were only available on Ethereum’s mainnet.

On Morpho, Coinbase users can “enjoy rates as low as 5%,” according to the exchange’s website, which describes the rate as “2x lower than other crypto-backed loan options.”

“The competitive interest rates our users can access are determined by the Morpho protocol (and can vary), which are the result of the supply of and demand for USDC in the relevant Morpho lending pools,” the Coinbase spokesperson said.

In the U.S., the lender Ledn requires customers to pay an annual percentage rate of 10.4% on its standard Bitcoin-backed loan. Figure Technologies, which debuted on the Nasdaq last month, meanwhile charges 9.9% APR on its standard crypto-backed loan.

These companies operate under a patchwork of lending licenses in the U.S., so their services aren’t available in a handful of states, despite the availability of Coinbase’s product.

“Coinbase users that borrow and lend via Morpho are able to leverage the benefits of DeFi, where transparent rules of transaction and settlement can provide better products at lower costs over time,” a Steakhouse spokesperson told Decrypt.

Some firms have tried to balance the permissionless nature of DeFi with Wall Street’s needs. In 2022, for example, crypto custody firm Fireblocks supported a version of lending protocol Aave that required participating institutions to undergo KYC verification.

At the time, Fireblocks acknowledged that DeFi “has largely remained untapped by institutions due to focus on risk management and KYC/AML requirements.” 

The product’s adoption was lackluster, with some onlookers describing the virtually empty protocol as a “bearish sign for KYC-Fi” within Aave’s governance forums a year and a half later.

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