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Workplace solutions company Alight (ALIT 4.40%) wasn't working well for its investors in the holiday-shortened trading week.

The company formally announced a major financial engineering move, and while that was expected, market players clearly weren't encouraged. Collectively, they reduced the stock's price by almost 12% over the period, according to data compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence.

Splitsville On Thursday morning, Alight announced that it was enacting a 1-for-20 reverse stock split of its class A common stock, a move ratified in a shareholder vote earlier this month. The company said the split should become effective after market close on Tuesday, June 30.

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It's important to bear in mind that any stock split, forward or reverse, does not change the company's market cap. The only change is the number of shares, with the per-share price adjusting to reflect the new total.

Reverse stock splits are typically undertaken to regain compliance with stock exchange listing requirements, as is the case with Alight. Sure enough, the company cited this as a key reason for its move.

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Discouraging developments A reverse stock split is a flashing red emergency signal that a business is struggling. Alight's recent performance has been dispiriting, and I'm not seeing any notable signs of improvement yet. I'd stay away from this stock for now.

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Key Takeaways VRT is the stronger AI cooling pick, backed by scale, integration and hyperscaler ties.Vertiv expects $13.5B-$14B in 2026 sales and 29-31% organic growth versus 2025.Modine's data center revenues hit $1.1B in fiscal 2026, but margins and execution remain watchpoints. Artificial intelligence (AI) is generating a lot of heat—literally. As data centers pack in more GPUs to power the next wave of AI workloads, keeping those machines from overheating has become as critical as the chips themselves. That has made data center cooling infrastructure one of the hottest investment themes around. Two stocks positioned to capitalize include Vertiv Holdings (VRT - Free Report) and Modine Manufacturing (MOD - Free Report) .

Vertiv is the established giant with deep hyperscaler relationships and an integrated infrastructure portfolio that spans thermal, power and software. Modine is like the upstart worth watching—a former auto-parts company reinventing itself and building a fast-growing data center cooling business. Both are riding the same macro tailwind, but are offering different propositions. Here's how they stack up.

The Case for Vertiv: Scale, Integration, and VisibilityVertiv's edge starts with its extensive product portfolio, which covers liquid cooling, uninterruptible power supplies, switchgear, busbars, modular infrastructure and monitoring systems. When hyperscalers want a single vendor to handle the full power and thermal stack of an AI factory, Vertiv is often where they turn.

VRT’s first-quarter 2026 numbers were encouraging. Revenues grew 30% year over year, organic sales climbed 23%, adjusted operating margins expanded 430 basis points, and free cash flow more than doubled. The company’s ability to capitalize on the accelerating demand for data center infrastructure, especially in AI and cloud deployments, has been a key factor in this performance.

Acquisitions are compounding the advantage. Vertiv absorbed PurgeRite for fluid management and BMarko Structures for modular deployments. The acquisition of Strategic Thermal Labs strengthens Vertiv's engineering capability at the server-side liquid cooling interface. More recently, ThermoKey buyout expands Vertiv's heat rejection and heat-exchange portfolio, particularly across EMEA, and gives customers more flexibility to optimize thermal architectures across multiple compute generations.

The company's ability to deliver integrated, prefabricated solutions like OneCore and SmartRun is particularly valued as customers seek faster deployment and greater efficiency. Building on this, Vertiv recently integrated its SmartRun platform with NVIDIA's Omniverse DSX— creating the first converged physical infrastructure digital twin for AI factory design. The solution reduces design changes, lowers integration risks, and speeds up AI factory deployment by moving from traditional document-based planning to a model-based approach.

Vertiv now expects net sales of $13.5 billion to $14 billion, with organic net sales growth of 29% to 31% versus 2025. Adjusted earnings per share are projected between $6.30 and $6.40, representing an uptick of 50-52% year over year. Vertiv exited 2025 with a record order backlog of $15 billion— up 109% year over year. That locks in multi-year revenue visibility well into 2027, making Vertiv one of the well-positioned beneficiaries of the hyperscaler AI buildout.

The Case for Modine: Fast Growth, Sharp FocusModine's transformation is real and it's accelerating. The company has been building out a data center cooling unit that barely existed a few years ago. Fiscal 2026 data center revenues hit $1.1 billion, up 73% year over year. The company ended fiscal 2026 with its second consecutive quarter of record order intake. Modine’s data center business is supported by record order intake and roughly five years of pipeline visibility, underpinned by strong exposure to hyperscale customers. 

A newly signed long-term capacity agreement commits more than $4 billion of Airedale chiller products to a strategic customer between 2027 and 2029. As part of the agreement, Modine received a $165 million upfront payment to support manufacturing investments needed to fulfill future orders. It suggests that the buyer views Modine's cooling technology as important enough to help finance its growth.That reduces execution risk, improves cash flow visibility and allows management to invest aggressively while preserving balance sheet flexibility.

On the technology side, Modine recently unveiled a 3-megawatt chiller that delivers 50% more cooling capacity with only a 9% increase in physical footprint. That is what customers need as rack densities climb and floor space stays constrained. Co-development arrangements with key customers are also building switching costs and improving demand visibility.

Management guides data center revenue growth of 60-80% in fiscal 2027 and 50-70% in fiscal 2028. A Reverse Morris Trust transaction combining its Performance Technologies unit with Gentherm, expected to close in the end of 2026, will leave Modine as a focused Climate Solutions company. The operational story will only get sharper from there.

Modine continues to apply 80/20 principles to simplify operations and direct resources toward its highest-returning products and markets. The approach has delivered results— fiscal 2026 marked the company's fourth consecutive year of record revenues and adjusted EBITDA. That said, gross margins fell 320 basis points in the last reported quarter, pressured by capacity expansion costs, higher material prices, and tariffs. While the company views it as transitional, it's a number worth watching as volumes scale.

Valuation and Price PerformanceOn valuation, Modine trades at 3.5x forward sales while Vertiv commands around 7.5x — a meaningful gap, and one that reflects the difference in scale, margin profile, and market confidence.

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MOD has climbed about 113% year to date, outpacing VRT's 85% return. The rally reflects growing optimism around Modine's role in the AI data center buildout. Still, the company must prove it can translate strong demand into long-term growth by expanding capacity, integrating acquisitions, and protecting margins as the business scales.

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Our Take: VRT Is the Better BetModine's transformation is real and the growth numbers are hard to ignore. But strong growth alone doesn't make a stock a better buy.

Vertiv has what Modine is still building— scale, integration and proven hyperscaler relationships. Modine looks cheaper, but execution risk is real and the pure-play thesis only fully materializes once the Gentherm deal closes. Vertiv demands a premium, but with 2026 EPS growth of 51%, implied by the Zacks Consensus Estimate and positive revisions over the past seven days, the optimism around the stock only seems to be building. The valuation is steep, but the fundamentals justify the ask.

For an investor building a position in AI infrastructure today, Vertiv is the stronger pick. While MOD currently sports a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), VRT carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a surge in technology infrastructure spending. While top semiconductor stocks have been the hot plays, Vertiv (VRT +5.05%) and Texas Instruments (TXN +6.95%) are falling somewhat under the radar for many investors.

Here's why both of these tech stocks look positioned for strong growth in the data center boom.

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Vertiv As data centers pack in more computing power to support AI training and inference, chip density continues to rise. That pushes up heat and electricity demand, boosting demand for Vertiv's critical power management and cooling systems. In the first quarter, Vertiv reported net sales up 30% year over year (23% excluding currency and acquisitions).

The power and cooling market is competitive, but Vertiv has built an edge through service quality, long-term customer relationships, steady innovation, and a large global service network. And once this kind of equipment is installed, customers often stick with the same supplier.

That advantage is starting to show in profitability. Adjusted operating margin rose more than four percentage points to 20.8% last quarter, and management believes it can reach at least 27% over time.

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Vertiv is positioned to maintain sales growth of around 20% or more in the AI boom. Based on The Motley Fool's research, the leading AI hyperscalers were expected to increase capital spending by at least 45% in 2026 -- a big tailwind for this data center supplier.

For 2026, company guidance calls for organic net sales to be up 29% to 31% over 2025, with adjusted earnings growing at least 50%. Analysts see improving margins driving roughly 32% annualized earnings growth over the next few years. If the company hits those targets, shareholders could be well rewarded.

Texas Instruments Texas Instruments is a top supplier of analog power chips that regulate electricity flow -- exactly what data centers need as power density climbs. In the first quarter, revenue grew 19% year over year, but the real story was the 90% increase in data center revenue. Its advantage is a massive portfolio of more than 80,000 products, letting it serve a wide range of analog sockets across electronic devices, including server racks in data centers.

It could also achieve improving margins as it expands into specialized, application-specific parts -- something management expects to begin contributing meaningfully to financial results in the second half of 2026.

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The biggest risk is the industry's usual cyclical swings in chip demand. Parts of Texas Instruments' business, such as automotive and personal electronics, can experience softness in a weak economy. But the data center opportunity is real and can contribute to the company's overall growth, as it just did.

It's telling that leading AI companies like Anthropic (Claude) and OpenAI (ChatGPT) are continuing to see surging usage of their AI models. That necessitates greater investment in chips and networking in data centers to accommodate the frequent use of these tools, which could ultimately benefit Vertiv and Texas Instruments.

Analysts forecast about 21% annualized earnings growth for Texas Instruments, but earnings rose 31% year over year in the first quarter, pushing estimates higher. That suggests Wall Street may still be underestimating the scale and duration of the AI infrastructure build-out, creating an opportunity in pick-and-shovel stocks like Vertiv and Texas Instruments.

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SAN JOSÉ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Power Integrations (Nasdaq: POWI) today announced that on June 15, 2026 (the Grant Date), it granted 29,408 restricted stock units (RSUs), 2,246 performance stock units (PSUs), and 12,603 long-term performance stock units (PRSUs) at target to Andrew Hughes, who began employment as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in May 2026.

In addition, on the Grant Date, the company granted a total of 3,842 RSUs and 455 PSUs at target to nine other new employees who began their employment with Power Integrations in May and June 2026.

The inducement grants were issued pursuant to Power Integrations’ Amended and Restated 2025 Inducement Award Plan. One-fourth (1/4th) of the RSUs will vest on each of the first four anniversaries of the Grant Date, subject to the recipient’s continued service through each applicable vesting date. The PSUs and PRSUs will vest based upon achievement of the Company’s performance metrics for 2026 and 2028, respectively, as determined by the Talent and Compensation Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors, up to a maximum of 200% of the target number of PSUs or PRSUs, as applicable, subject to continued service through December 31st of the applicable year. The inducement grants are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable RSU, PSU, and PRSU agreements and Power Integrations’ Amended and Restated 2025 Inducement Award Plan.

The inducement grants were approved by the Talent and Compensation Committee of Power Integrations’ Board of Directors, as required by Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4), and were granted as a material inducement to employment in accordance with Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4).

About Power Integrations

Power Integrations, Inc. is a leading innovator in semiconductor technologies for high-voltage power conversion. The company’s products are key building blocks in the clean-power ecosystem, enabling the generation of renewable energy as well as the efficient transmission and consumption of power in applications ranging from milliwatts to megawatts. For more information please visit www.power.com.

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PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARWR) today announced its plan to host a 2026 Summer Series of R&D webinars that highlight multiple clinical stage RNA interference (RNAi) based medicines that utilize the company’s proprietary Targeted RNAi Molecule (TRiM™) platform. Each webinar in the Summer Series will focus on a specific therapeutic area and will feature presentations by Arrowhead team members about the company’s clinical candidates and external key opinion leaders, who will discuss the respective disease areas and treatment landscapes.

Part I of Arrowhead’s 2026 Summer Series of R&D Webinars will focus on Arrowhead’s cardiometabolic pipeline and will be held on June 29, 2026, at 11:30 AM EDT. The webinar will feature a presentation from Steven Nissen, M.D., Chief Academic Officer for the Heart and Vascular Institute at the Cleveland Clinic, the Lewis and Patricia Dickey Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the Lerner College of Medicine. The webinar will also feature presentations from Arrowhead management.

The agenda for Part I – Cardiometabolic is listed below:

Overview of Cardiometabolic Pipeline

Vince Anzalone, CFA, Arrowhead

Arrowhead’s Technology and R&D Process

James Hamilton, M.D., MBA, Arrowhead

Plozasiran (APOC3)

Jennifer Hellawell, M.D., Arrowhead

Zodasiran (ANGPTL3)

Jennifer Hellawell, M.D.

ARO-DIMER-PA (PCSK9/APOC3)

James Hamilton, M.D., MBA

Mixed Hyperlipidemia & ASCVD Treatment Landscape

Steven Nissen, M.D.​, Cleveland Clinic

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Panel

Each event in the 2026 Summer Series of R&D Webinars will be approximately 60-90 minutes in duration with live webcasts and replays available on the Events and Presentations page under the Investors section of the Arrowhead website. Registration links and additional details regarding times, agendas, and speakers will be provided on the Arrowhead website and social media channels prior to each event.

About Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: ARWR) is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company developing medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes that cause them, harnessing the natural RNA interference (RNAi) mechanism. The company has built a broad portfolio of clinical and commercial RNAi therapeutics through its industry-leading targeted RNAi molecule (TRiM™) platform, which can precisely silence genes in a wide range of cell types, including liver, lung, muscle, adipose, and central nervous system tissue. At Arrowhead, we rapidly advance potential best- and first-in-class RNAi treatments for diseases with significant unmet medical need, because every day matters to the patients we serve.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Ally Financial (NYSE: ALLY) has scheduled the release of its second quarter financial results for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m. ET. The results will be available on the Ally Press Room website (http://media.ally.com).

Ally will host a conference call at 9 a.m. ET to review the company's performance. You may listen to the call via webcast or dial-in. The webcast will be live on Ally's Investor Relations website in the Events & Presentations section (http://www.ally.com/about/investor/events-presentations/index.html).

To join the conference via dial-in, please pre-register via the following link at least 15 minutes before the call begins: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIe8c04604b04f45b8bfc92dc71d60682f . Upon registration, you will be provided with the conference dial-in number as well as a unique registrant ID.

The presentation and financial supplement will be posted in the Events & Presentations section of Ally's Investor Relations website on July 21, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m. ET.          

A replay of the call will be available via webcast on the Ally Investor Relations website.

About Ally Financial
Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) includes the nation's largest all-digital bank and auto finance business, driven by a mission to "Do It Right" for its customers and communities. Ally is a top-25 U.S. financial holding company with $197 billion in assets and 9.5 million customers (March 31, 2026). Ally Bank, Member FDIC, offers online banking products, including high-yield savings and no hidden fee checking, and was the first major U.S. bank to eliminate overdraft fees. Ally also provides investing solutions through Ally Invest, including online brokerage, automated investing, IRAs and personal advice. As a leader in auto finance, Ally provides consumer and dealer financing, insurance, and vehicle remarketing services. Ally's seasoned corporate finance business provides capital to equity sponsors and middle-market companies. Visit ally.com.

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Ally Investor Relations
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Key Takeaways VOYA's Retirement business is gaining from strong sales, high retention and the OneAmerica acquisition.Voya targets more than 2% organic growth in Investment Management, supported by strategic partnerships.VOYA returned $200M to shareholders in Q1 but faces higher leverage and investment-related margin pressure. Shares of Voya Financial, Inc. (VOYA - Free Report) have gained 36.1% in the past year, outperforming the industry’s growth of 18.8%.

Growth in the Retirement and Investment Management segments, improved employee benefits segments, strategic acquisitions and partnerships, record net flows, and excess capital generation are driving the stock performance. The momentum is likely to sustain with scope for further upside, supported by continued strength in the Retirement and Investment Management businesses, strategic acquisitions and ongoing share repurchases.

Voya Financial has outperformed its peers, including Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (RGA - Free Report) , Primerica, Inc. (PRI - Free Report) and Brighthouse Financial, Inc (BHF - Free Report) . Shares of RGA, PRI and BHF have gained 8.4%, 8.1% and 7.4%, respectively, in the past year.

1-Year Performance: VOYA, RGA, PRI, BHF & Industry
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VOYA’s Attractive ValuationVoya Financial shares are trading at a price-to-book value of 1.29X, lower than the industry average of 2.16X.

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VOYA’s Growth ProjectionThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for Voya Financial’s 2026 earnings per share (EPS) indicates a year-over-year increase of 8.4%. The consensus estimate for revenues is pegged at $1.33 billion, implying a year-over-year decline of 0.7%.  

The consensus estimate for 2027 EPS and revenues indicates an increase of 14.8% and 7.4%, respectively, from the corresponding 2026 estimates.  

Earnings have grown 8.8% in the past five years, better than the industry average of 5.9%. The expected long-term earnings growth rate is 11.5%.

Muted analyst sentiment for VOYAOne of the three analysts has raised earnings estimates for 2026 and 2027 over the past 30 days. However, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 and 2027 earnings has moved south 0.5% and 2.2%, respectively, over the same period.

Factors Acting in Favor of VOYAVOYA’s earnings are driven by its solid segmental performances across Retirement, Investment Management and Employee Benefits segments. These businesses represent higher-growth, capital-light and higher-return units, bolstering the company’s solid presence in the market.

The Retirement segment is steadily experiencing significant growth on the back of higher revenues, favorable market impacts, higher alternative investment income and active portfolio management, positive defined contribution flows, as well as disciplined management of spend. Management expects strong commercial momentum in retirement, driven by robust sales, more than 95% retention and new plan implementations.

Management described the OneAmerica retirement acquisition as highly successful, generating returns above 30%.  It has meaningfully strengthened the scale and earnings power of the Retirement business, which now serves nearly 10 million Retirement accounts.

The Investment Management segment should benefit from higher investment capital returns, primarily driven by overall market performance, higher fee-based revenues, benefiting from strong commercial momentum and disciplined management of spend. Voya Financial remains confident in sustaining more than 2% organic growth. Management also highlighted continued strength in retail income and growth strategies. VOYA is constantly taking strategic steps to ramp up growth in its Investment Management segment. Voya Financial and Allianz Global Investors' long-term strategic partnership added scale and diversification to Voya Investment Management.

The Employee Benefits segment of the insurer is likely to gain from unfavorable stop-loss claim development in the prior period, a smaller block of business in the current period, lower premium-driven expenses, disciplined management of spend, higher alternative investment income and active portfolio management.

The company’s capital levels remain strong. In the first quarter of 2026, VOYA generated approximately $200 million of excess capital and returned that amount to shareholders through repurchases and dividends. VOYA repurchased an additional $150 million of shares in the second quarter, with $413 million remaining under its buyback authorization.

Risks for VOYAThe company plans to invest up to $75 million of excess capital in 2026 to strengthen its wealth management platform. These investments are expected to create a near-term earnings drag and reduce Retirement segment margins by about 200 basis points.

VOYA faces intense competition from broker-dealers, financial advisors, diversified financial institutions and start-up financial services providers, which could result in increased pressure on the pricing of certain products and services.

Voya's ROE has declined over the past two years due to weaker margins and operational pressures in Health Solutions and Employee Benefits. Additionally, long-term debt rose to $1.9 billion, up 26% from year-end 2025, causing the financial leverage ratio to deteriorate 220 basis points year over year to 29.7%. Higher leverage and lower profitability could weigh on future earnings and returns.

ConclusionVoya Financial is well-positioned for strong earnings growth across all three business segments, positive net flows, favorable retention and strategic partnerships. It should continue to benefit from financial flexibility and effective capital deployment. However, high competition, weakened ROE and a rise in debt are the concerns.

Given the muted analyst sentiment, it is wise to retain this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here

CARPINTERIA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR), the leading global provider of construction management software, announced new portfolio management and capital planning capabilities designed to transform the way owners manage capital projects through consolidated visibility and control across the entire portfolio—from early project concepts and planning to funding and operations. The new capabilities connect the full capital project lifecycle, giving owners greater visibility across portfolios to identify risk earlier, strengthen governance, and make more informed capital decisions. Embedded Procore AI extends agentic AI capabilities to owners, helping teams identify emerging risks across projects, automate workflows triggered by project events, and quickly surface answers about portfolio health using data connected across their capital programs.

As construction programs grow more complex and capital becomes more expensive, owners have less room for error. Many projects are still being executed against budgets approved 12 to 24 months earlier despite rising costs and shifting market conditions, while disconnected systems limit visibility across projects and financial performance. Nearly 92% of large capital projects fail to finish on time and on budget, with projects running an average of 20 months late and exceeding original estimates by 80%.

“Owners aren’t waking up worried about just one project. They’re thinking about hundreds of millions, sometimes billions, in capital spread across an entire portfolio,” said Geoff Lewis, SVP of Product at Procore. “We're building capital portfolio management capabilities directly into Procore to give owners that visibility in one place. Combined with embedded Procore AI, these capabilities help owners quickly assess project and portfolio health, surface emerging risks, and get answers grounded in construction data across all of their projects so they can make decisions with confidence instead of piecing together information across spreadsheets and disconnected systems.”

Providing a Connected Foundation for Owners

Capital project owners have long operated without a system purpose-built for the full scope of their role. Project management tools were designed for contractors, and financial platforms were not built for construction. The result is a patchwork of spreadsheets, disconnected data, and decisions made without a complete picture.

To address these challenges, Procore has introduced capabilities designed specifically for owners across the capital lifecycle—from early-stage planning through construction delivery and long-term operations, including:

Concept Projects helps owners evaluate early-stage initiatives alongside active work, compare investment options, and route decisions through approval workflows before capital is committed.Portfolio Monitoring provides centralized visibility into budget, schedule, and risk across active projects. Owners can track performance in real time and drill into project-level details when issues emerge.Owners Hub provides personalized dashboards that surface information requiring attention, from financial trends to schedule performance and risk. Views are configurable by role, so leaders see the insights most relevant to their decisions.● Capital Planning replaces disconnected spreadsheets with a live capital plan that helps owners forecast future spending, prioritize investments, and align long-term plans with active projects.Funding Source Management tracks where project funding comes from and how it is spent, making it easier for owners to manage multiple funding sources, maintain compliance, and improve financial accountability.Asset Management helps owners maintain a connected digital record of their assets across the entire lifecycle, linking equipment and spaces to the documentation, maintenance history, warranties, and project information needed to support decisions made during construction and into operations.Together, these capabilities provide owners with connected visibility across their portfolio and asset lifecycle, helping them plan investments, monitor execution, and manage assets in a single environment.

“Using Procore has really helped us make strategic planning decisions about where we want to spend capital in order to grow the business and focus on putting good dollars to work,” said Marc DiGuiseppe, Vice President of Project Delivery at Catalyze.

Turning Portfolio Data into Decisions With Procore AI

Procore AI helps capital project leaders turn project and portfolio data into action. With embedded capabilities like Deep Search, users can ask questions about individual projects and get answers grounded in specifications, submittals, and field documentation, reducing the need to chase down information across teams. To help capital project leaders identify issues earlier, Procore AI can surface emerging financial, schedule, and operational risks across portfolios, providing greater visibility into trends that may require attention.

Unlike horizontal AI tools, Procore AI is built on construction-specific context. Drawing from data across millions of projects, it can help capital project leaders understand not only what is happening across their portfolio, but why—and where action may be needed to help reduce future risk.

Market Availability

Owners Hub, Portfolio Monitoring, Concept Projects, and Asset Management are currently in beta, with general availability planned for summer 2026.

Capital Planning and Funding Source Management are expected to enter beta later this month, with general availability planned for late 2026.

To learn more, visit Procore.com/owners and register for Procore’s June Innovation Summit at Procore.com/Innovation-Summit.

About Procore

Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR) is a leading technology partner for every stage of construction. Built for the industry, Procore’s unified technology platform drives efficiency and helps mitigate risk through AI & data-driven insights and decision making. Over three million projects have run on Procore across 150+ countries. For more information, visit www.procore.com.

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Key Takeaways NVT benefits from AI data center demand, with organic orders up about 40% in Q1 2026 and backlog at $2.6B.APH's IT Datacom business surged 99% in Q1 2026, but other markets showed slower growth and mixed demand.NVT trades at a lower forward sales multiple while continuing to expand capacity for future growth. nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) and Amphenol (APH - Free Report) are two key players in the electrical equipment and connectivity industry. They benefit from growing demand for data centers, electrification and industrial upgrades.

nVent Electric mainly sells electrical enclosures, connections and protection products used across industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets, including data centers. Amphenol designs and manufactures electrical, electronic and fiber-optic connectors and interconnect systems for a wide range of industrial and technology applications.

Both NVT and APH are positioned to benefit from long-term infrastructure and data-center investment trends. However, from an investment point of view, one stock offers a more favorable outlook than the other right now. Let’s break down their fundamentals, growth prospects, market challenges and valuation to determine which stock offers a more compelling investment case.

The Case for nVent Electric StocknVent Electric is benefiting from strong demand for data center infrastructure, which is becoming a major driver of its revenue growth. In the first quarter of 2026, the company reported organic sales growth of 34%, with infrastructure sales rising nearly 80% year over year. Management said data centers were the biggest contributor to growth, helping the company deliver record sales, orders and backlog.

The company is seeing demand across both gray-space and white-space data center applications. In the gray space, growth was driven by engineered buildings, enclosures and power connections. In the white space, liquid cooling, power distribution units and cable management solutions performed well. Management noted that growth was broad-based across the portfolio and supported by demand from hyperscalers, neocloud providers, multitenant operators and distribution partners.

nVent Electric's order trends also remain strong. Organic orders increased about 40% in the first quarter, largely driven by AI data center projects. Backlog reached a record $2.6 billion, rising in the low double digits sequentially. The company stated that most of its backlog extends beyond 12 months and into 2027, providing visibility into future revenues. In the first quarter, new products added more than 20 percentage points to sales growth, with many of those products tied to data center applications.

To support demand, nVent Electric is increasing capacity across its operations, which should help the company generate more revenue once fully ramped up. The company recently opened its new Blaine, MN, facility and expects production to ramp through 2026. It is also investing in additional capacity for liquid cooling and other data center products. Overall, the above-mentioned factors show that data center demand is likely to remain an important revenue growth driver for the company.

The Case for Amphenol StockAmphenol is seeing strong growth from rising investments in AI data centers, on the back of rising demand for the company’s products, which are used to transfer data and power inside AI servers, racks and data centers. In the first quarter of 2026, Amphenol’s IT Datacom segment delivered exceptional results. Sales in the IT Datacom segment increased 99% year over year and 81% organically. The segment accounted for 41% of total company sales, making it Amphenol’s largest business.

Demand for AI-related products remained the biggest growth driver during the first quarter. IT Datacom sales increased 27% sequentially, and 16% on an organic basis. Management noted that virtually all of this organic sequential growth came from AI-related products. Customer demand also remained strong. Amphenol reported record company-wide orders of $9.4 billion and a book-to-bill ratio of 1.24. Management noted that customers continue to increase purchases for AI infrastructure projects and are asking for more products as they expand data center capacity.

The company remains well-positioned to benefit from future AI spending. Amphenol supplies a broad range of high-speed copper, fiber-optic and power interconnect products that are used throughout AI data centers. The recent CommScope acquisition further expanded the company’s fiber and connectivity offerings, allowing it to participate in more areas of the data center architecture. Looking ahead, management expects IT Datacom sales to increase in the low teens sequentially in the second quarter of 2026. The outlook is supported by continued investments in AI data centers as well as healthy demand from enterprise and cloud customers.

While AI-related demand remains very strong, some of Amphenol's other businesses are growing at a much slower pace. In the mobile devices end market, organic sales increased only 1% in the first quarter. Management said growth in laptops and accessories was offset by weaker demand for handsets and wearables. The company expects mobile device sales to decline modestly in the second quarter of 2026 due to normal seasonal patterns.

In communications networks, organic sales were flat year over year. Here, stronger wireless demand was offset by weaker broadband demand. In the second quarter of 2026, sales in this market are expected to remain at first-quarter levels, indicating no meaningful near-term growth. The above-mentioned factors show that most of Amphenol's current growth is coming from AI-related IT datacom products. If AI spending slows, the slower growth in mobile devices and communications networks markets could weigh on the company's prospects in the near term.

NVT vs. APH: Earnings Estimate TrendThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for NVT’s 2026 and 2027 EPS is pegged at $4.55 and $5.57, respectively. The estimates for fiscal 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by 9.6% and 15.1%, respectively, over the past 60 days.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for APH’s 2026 and 2027 EPS is pinned at $4.76 and $5.62, respectively. The estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been revised upward by 11.7% and 9.3%, respectively, over the past 60 days.

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NVT vs. APH: Price Performance and ValuationYear to date, nVent Electric shares have rallied 74.3%, and shares of Amphenol have risen 21.6%.

NVT vs. APH: YTD Price Return Performance
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Currently, nVent Electric is trading at a forward sales multiple of 5.39X, lower than Amphenol’s forward sales multiple of 5.66X. APH does seem pricey compared with NVT. In contrast, NVT’s reasonable valuation makes it more attractive for investors looking for value and stability.

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Conclusion: NVT Has an Edge Over APHBoth nVent Electric and Amphenol are benefiting from higher spending on AI data centers and infrastructure. However, APH’s near-term prospects suffer from weakness in mobile devices and communications networks end markets, which could limit near-term growth.

In contrast, nVent Electric is experiencing strong demand for data center infrastructure, which is helping drive strong orders and a growing backlog. Further, NVT’s reasonable valuation offers some downside protection as well, making the stock an attractive buy.

Currently, nVent Electric sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), giving a clear edge over Amphenol, which carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Key Takeaways Envista posted positive growth across major businesses in Q1 2026, led by key dental segments.NVST expanded margins despite higher tariff costs, aided by pricing and supply-chain actions.Envista acquired Versah and launched new implant, aligner and AI-enhanced dental solutions. Envista (NVST - Free Report) shares have shown impressive momentum over the past 12 months, with shares rising 37.1%. The stock has outpaced the industry’s 30.3% fall and the S&P 500 Composite’s 28.2% increase.  

Carrying a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at present, the global dental product company continues to advance its three core priorities. New product innovation is playing a key role in its accelerating growth. Envista’s value-adding acquisitions in core dental categories and favorable solvency are also highly promising.

Headquartered in Brea, CA, Envista Holdings is a global family of more than 30 dental brands, including Nobel Biocare, Ormco, DEXIS and Kerr. The company’s diversified portfolio of solutions covers a broad range of dentists' clinical needs for diagnosing, treating and preventing dental conditions as well as improving the aesthetics of the human smile. Envista serves dental professionals in more than 130 countries through one of the largest commercial organizations in the dental products industry and through distribution partners.

Factors Supporting NVST’s Price RallyThe rally in the company’s share price can be linked to its ongoing strategic progress around three areas — growth, operations and people. The growth priority is built on four pillars. In the first quarter of 2026, all major businesses delivered positive growth, with 8.4% core growth in the Specialty Products & Technologies segment and 11.5% core growth in the Equipment and Consumables segment. The company has been reinvesting to support durable share gains, with sales and marketing and R&D both up double digits and new products central to results. Recent launches included Nobel S Series in implants, the Spark clear aligner launch in Japan and DEXIS software enhancements that add AI-driven workflow and diagnostics tools.

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The Envista Business System continued to deliver broad-based operational benefits, supporting gross margin expansion of 100 basis points and adjusted EBITDA margin growth of 120 basis points. Despite a $11 million year-over-year increase in tariff costs, Envista successfully offset the impact through supply chain, G&A and pricing initiatives. The company is advancing its continuous improvement culture, supported by steady gains in employee engagement and talent development.

Developed markets were the key growth engine in first-quarter 2026, with North America and Europe both delivering double-digit gains. Developing markets grew at a high-single-digit rate, excluding softness in China tied to policy uncertainty. The Spark launch in Japan adds a new growth vector in a sizable aligner market where the company already has strong orthodontic relationships, creating a cross-sell opportunity into clear aligners. Management also highlighted continued progress with DSOs and clinician education as levers to deepen penetration.

Envista continues to use M&A to broaden its clinical offering and strengthen go-to-market positions in attractive dental segments. In first-quarter 2026, it acquired Versah for about $54.7 million, adding the Densah Burs system used for osseodensification — a technique designed to improve osteointegration in certain implant indications. This builds on prior acquisitions that expanded implants and imaging, including Osteogenics and the Carestream intraoral scanner business that now operates within the DEXIS portfolio, and supports a more competitive implants platform over time.

The company remains financially strong.  As of April 3, 2026, Envista held $1.08 billion of cash and cash equivalents, while current debt was nil. Long-term debt was $1.44 billion, down from $1.45 billion in the previous quarter. 

What Ails NVST?China remains a source of uncertainty for the implants business as channel partners continue to adjust inventory levels ahead of the anticipated volume-based procurement process, which management expects to begin between the second and third quarters. Tariffs also remain a cost headwind.

A Glance at NVST’s EstimatesThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for NVST’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) is expected to increase 19.3% and 9.3% year over year, respectively, to $1.42 and $1.55. In the past 60 days, the consensus mark for the company's 2026 EPS has risen 2 cents.

Revenues for 2026 are projected to grow 5.2% to $2.86 billion and another 3.4% to $2.96 billion in 2027.

Key PicksSome better-ranked stocks in the broader medical space are Globus Medical (GMED - Free Report) , Align Technology (ALGN - Free Report) and Integra LifeSciences (IART - Free Report) .

Globus Medical has an earnings yield of 5.9% compared to the industry’s negative 3.5% yield. Its earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 26.3%. GMED shares have rallied 36.6% against the industry’s 5.6% fall over the past year.

GMED sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Align Technology, sporting a Zacks Rank #1, has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 10.3% compared with the industry’s 9.6% growth. Shares of the company have risen 0.2% compared with the industry’s 7.8% growth. ALGN’s earnings outpaced estimates in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 7.8%.

Integra LifeSciences, carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), has an earnings yield of 13.6% against the industry’s negative 3.5% yield. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 16.7%. IART shares have rallied 51.5% against the industry’s 5.1% decline over the past year.

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Key Takeaways Bruker shares rose 50.3% in a year, aided by strong BSI NANO growth and solid bookings. Bruker saw AI-driven demand lift metrology tool orders, with Semi Metrology above $300M revenues. Bruker cut long-term debt to $1.66B and generated $47.0M in first-quarter free cash flow. Bruker Corporation (BRKR - Free Report) has witnessed strong momentum over the past year. Shares of the company have risen 50.3%, outperforming the industry’s 42.5% growth. The S&P 500 composite has increased 28.2% during the same time frame.

With healthy fundamentals and strong growth opportunities, this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company appears to be a solid wealth creator for its investors at the moment.

Bruker designs and manufactures proprietary life science and materials research systems and associated products. Bruker is located at 90 regions across the globe. It has direct sales forces employed through North America, Europe, Japan, Asia Pacific and Australia. 

The company reports through four segments — Bruker Scientific Instruments (“BSI”) BioSpin, BSI CALID (Chemicals, Applied Markets, Life Science, In Vitro Diagnostics, Detection), BSI NANO, and Bruker Energy & Supercon Technologies (“BEST”). 

Factors Favoring BRKR’s Share Price GrowthBruker’s share price is trending upward, prompted by its strong growth of BSI NANO segment. Within this, the company highlighted organic bookings growth above expectations in the first quarter of 2026, with BSI book-to-bill above 1.0X for the third consecutive quarter. 

AI-driven demand for memory chips and advanced packaging continued to drive orders for metrology tools. Semi Metrology has grown into a business generating more than $300 million in annual revenues.

Investors are currently focused on the company’s strong market share gain in preclinical imaging (PCI) space. In the first quarter of 2026, BioSpin reported acceptance of an 18 Tesla preclinical MRI system, reinforcing Bruker’s positioning at the high end of the installed base. 

Over time, broader adoption of imaging in translational research can support system demand and service pull-through, particularly as new hyperpolarization and workflow enhancements increase the utility of MRI-based platforms.

From a solvency viewpoint, cash and cash equivalents totaled $133.4 million at the end of the first quarter of 2026 compared with $298.8 million at the close of 2025. The company repaid $181.3 million of long-term debt, reducing the balance to $1.66 billion as of March 31, 2026, from $1.85 billion at year-end 2025. This reflects the debt paydown and working capital usage, including higher inventories. 

Net leverage declined to 2.9X at the end of the quarter. The bullish 2026 outlook supports continued investments in business. Bruker generated $71.2 million of operating cash flow in the first quarter and spent $24.2 million on capital expenditures, resulting in $47.0 million of free cash flow.

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Factors That May Offset BRKR’s GainsBruker’s business remains vulnerable to tariffs and currency effects, which influenced year-over-year results in the first quarter of 2026. Adjusted operating margin declined to 10.2% from 12.7% in the year-ago period, partly tied to tariff-related changes and foreign exchange. 

In the first quarter of 2026, foreign exchange reduced adjusted EPS by $0.05. For full-year 2026, management continues to assume an EPS currency impact of about 8%, which can limit comparability and keep consensus estimates sensitive to rate moves. 

The company also faces competition in the life science tools, metrology and diagnostics markets from larger peers that benefit from broad installed bases and significant scale in R&D and distribution. In a softer demand setting for academic and industrial customers, competitive discounting and mix shifts can reduce returns from growth initiatives.

A Look at BRKR’s EstimatesThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 EPS has remained unchanged at $2.12 in the past 30 days.

The company has an estimated long-term EPS growth rate of 14.8%, in line with the industry’s growth rate. 

Stocks to ConsiderSome better-ranked stocks in the broader medical space are Globus Medical (GMED - Free Report) , Integra LifeSciences (IART - Free Report) and Phibro Animal Health (PAHC - Free Report) . 

Globus Medical has an earnings yield of 5.5%, well ahead of the industry’s negative 3% yield. Its earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 26.3%. The company’s shares have rallied 43.8% against the industry’s 4.8% decline over the past year.

GMED carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Integra LifeSciences, carrying a Zacks Rank #2 at present, has an earnings yield of 16% against the industry’s negative 3% yield. Shares of the company have gained 22.8% compared with the industry’s 4.8% growth. IART’s earnings topped estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 16.8%.

Phibro Animal Health, carrying a Zacks Rank #2 at present, has an earnings yield of 9.2% compared with the industry’s 2.8% yield. Shares of the company have climbed 43.1% against the industry’s 27.9% decline. PAHC’s earnings beat estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 16.3%.

Key Takeaways Amkor is benefiting from stronger demand for advanced packaging in premium smartphones.AMKR is expanding capacity and optimizing production to support higher-value packaging programs.AMKR faces competition from ASE Technology and TSMC as advanced packaging demand rises. Amkor Technology (AMKR - Free Report) continues to benefit from a favorable shift in premium smartphone architecture as a structural growth lever. Premium device adoption is rising alongside accelerating 5G penetration and deeper on device AI integration, pushing processor complexity higher. As semiconductor content per handset expands, demand for advanced packaging formats such as flip chip and system in package solutions should remain well supported within Amkor's communications business.

The communications segment delivered 42% year over year growth in the first quarter of 2026 on healthy iOS ecosystem demand and stable Android shipments across premium tiers. To support this momentum, Amkor is expanding advanced packaging capacity in Korea and Taiwan while shifting select systems in package production to Vietnam, freeing space for higher value programs and lifting utilization across its advanced packaging network. Communications revenue is guided to grow in the mid to high single-digit range sequentially in the second quarter on continued iOS strength, with the full year outlook improving toward high single-digit growth and potentially approaching double digits.

However, material pricing pressures tied to advanced silicon and substrate costs, along with broader geopolitical uncertainty, could complicate margin capture even if volume trends hold. Concentration within premium-tier programs and the iOS ecosystem leaves the segment exposed to demand timing shifts.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter advanced products revenues is pegged at $1.52 billion, implying growth of 24% from the year-ago period, a signal that premium smartphone content gains are translating into higher value revenue rather than just unit volume. Sustaining that trajectory through the back half will hinge on whether iOS and premium Android momentum holds up as comparisons grow tougher.

AMKR Faces Stiff CompetitionAmkor faces increasing competition from ASE Technology (ASX - Free Report) and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM - Free Report) , both of which are expanding advanced packaging capabilities to address rising semiconductor content in premium smartphones.

ASE Technology continues to invest in advanced system-in-package and flip-chip technologies used in flagship mobile devices and AI-enabled applications. Meanwhile, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company is aggressively scaling advanced packaging solutions to support increasingly complex processors across smartphones and high-performance computing markets. As ASE Technology and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company strengthen their positions, Amkor must continue advancing its packaging technologies and deepening relationships with premium smartphone customers to sustain growth.

AMKR’s Share Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesAmkor Technology shares have surged 119.3% in the year to date period compared with the Zacks Electronics - Semiconductors industry’s appreciation of 59.6% and the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s return of 20.2%.

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Amkor Technology's stock is trading at a forward 12-month price/sales of 2.74X compared with the industry’s 9.92X. AMKR has a Value Score of C.

AMKR’s Valuation
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On June 18, 2026, Uranium Energy Corp UEC shares rose 5.2% to $12.01. The stock's performance over the past year has been notable, with a 52-week range of $5.90 to $20.34, indicating significant volatility in the market.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price is $12.01 vs GF Value™ of $2.39, indicating that the stock is 402.5% overvalued.GF Score™ is 44/100, suggesting an average investment quality.Most notable signal: Financial Strength is rated 8/10. Is UEC Overvalued or Undervalued? The current price of Uranium Energy Corp UEC stands at $12.01, which is significantly higher than the GF Value™ of $2.39. This discrepancy suggests that the stock is overvalued by approximately 402.5%. GF Valuation indicates that UEC is significantly overvalued, raising concerns about the potential risks associated with investing at this price level. A high valuation in comparison to intrinsic value can imply a lack of margin of safety for potential investors.

GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. With such a stark contrast between the current market price and the GF Value™, investors should exercise caution, as the likelihood of a price correction is elevated in an overvalued scenario.

How Does UEC's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 990.6x 193.8x Currently, UEC is trading at a forward P/E of 990.6x, substantially above its 5-year median P/E of 193.8x. This analysis indicates that the stock is trading significantly above its historical valuation, which aligns with the GF Value™ verdict of being overvalued. Such a high P/E suggests that market expectations are not only elevated but could also set the stage for potential declines as reality sets in.

What Does UEC's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 44/100 Financial Strength 8/10 Profitability 1/10 Growth 0/10 Valuation 1/10 Momentum 6/10 The GF Score™ of 44/100 indicates that UEC has average investment quality based on the five key aspects considered for the score. The strongest area is Financial Strength, rated 8/10, which suggests that the company has a solid balance sheet and financial resilience. Conversely, the weakest areas are Profitability and Growth, both rated 1/10, indicating significant challenges in generating profits and expanding the business. The low Valuation score of 1/10 further emphasizes the overvaluation concern based on current market conditions.

What Are Insiders Doing with UEC Stock? In the last three months, there have been no insider transactions reported for Uranium Energy Corp UEC . The absence of insider activity may suggest a lack of confidence from management about the stock's current valuation or future performance. Generally, insider buying can be seen as a positive signal, while selling may indicate concerns about the company’s prospects. However, the lack of transactions makes it difficult to gauge insider sentiment at this time.

What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ assessment, Uranium Energy Corp UEC appears to be overvalued at its current price of $12.01 compared to the GF Value™ of $2.39. Investors should be cautious given the significant premium over intrinsic value and the potential risks that accompany such high valuations.

For the complete analysis, visit the Uranium Energy Corp UEC stock page. You can also explore the GF Value™ page for detailed valuation methodology, or use the GuruFocus Stock Screener to find similar opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions What is UEC's GF Score™?

UEC's GF Score™ is 44/100, which suggests an average investment quality based on its underlying financial metrics and performance indicators.

Is UEC overvalued or undervalued?

UEC is currently overvalued, with a GF Value™ of $2.39 compared to the current price of $12.01, indicating a significant premium.

What is UEC's P/E ratio?

UEC's forward P/E ratio is 990.6x, which is considerably higher than its 5-year median P/E of 193.8x, confirming the company's overvaluation status.

This stock alert was generated using automated technology and GuruFocus financial data to provide readers with timely and accurate market reporting. This content was reviewed by GuruFocus editorial team prior to publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].

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Stock to Watch: Weatherford (WFRD - Free Report) Weatherford International plc is a multinational energy services company that provides equipment and services used across the well life cycle in oil, natural gas, and new energy platforms. Its offerings support drilling, evaluation, well construction, completions, production, intervention, and responsible abandonment. The company conducts business in approximately 75 countries with about 295 operating locations that include manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities. Weatherford ordinary shares trade on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol WFRD.

WFRD is a #1 (Strong Buy) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.

It also boasts a Value Style Score of B thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 14.94; value investors should take notice.

Four analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.49 to $6.13 per share. WFRD also boasts an average earnings surprise of +42.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, WFRD should be on investors' short list.

Toast (TOST - Free Report) has been one of the most searched-for stocks on Zacks.com lately. So, you might want to look at some of the facts that could shape the stock's performance in the near term.

Shares of this restaurant software provider have returned +8% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.6% change. The Zacks Internet - Software industry, to which Toast belongs, has gained 2.4% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?

Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company's business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.

Revisions to Earnings EstimatesRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.

We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

Toast is expected to post earnings of $0.32 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +33.3%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +3.9%.

The consensus earnings estimate of $1.35 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +51.7%. This estimate has changed +1.8% over the last 30 days.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $1.72 indicates a change of +27% from what Toast is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -1.1%.

Having a strong externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool, the Zacks Rank, offers a more conclusive picture of a stock's price direction in the near term, since it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. Due to the size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, Toast is rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Revenue Growth ForecastEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.

For Toast, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $1.87 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +20.8%. For the current and next fiscal years, $7.38 billion and $8.7 billion estimates indicate +19.9% and +17.8% changes, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryToast reported revenues of $1.63 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +21.9%. EPS of $0.29 for the same period compares with $0.2 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.63 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +0.1%. The EPS surprise was +3.57%.

Over the last four quarters, Toast surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates each time over this period.

ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.

Comparing the current value of a company's valuation multiples, such as its price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), to its own historical values helps ascertain whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, whereas comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of how reasonable its stock price is.

As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.

Toast is graded C on this front, indicating that it is trading at par with its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.

ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Toast. However, its Zacks Rank #1 does suggest that it may outperform the broader market in the near term.

Federated Hermes International Leaders ETF can serve as core international equity allocation Federated Hermes strategically expands ETF lineup to meet client interests and objectives in a wide range of market conditions , /PRNewswire/ -- Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI), a global leader in active investing, today introduced Federated Hermes International Leaders ETF (CBOE: FHIL), designed for investors seeking international equity exposure through well-known, established global companies.

Utilizing deep fundamental analysis to identify undervalued companies across international markets, Federated Hermes International Leaders ETF seeks to achieve its objective of long-term capital growth by investing primarily in developed market stocks of high-quality, foreign companies that appear to be trading below their intrinsic value. Its high-conviction portfolio typically consists of 60 to 85 companies.  

The ETF is managed by Richard Winkowski, Jr., senior portfolio manager and head of the International Core/Value Team, and Dariusz Czoch, CFA, senior portfolio manager, who also manage the $1.5 billion Federated Hermes International Leaders Fund. Federated Hermes International Core/Value Team has more than 25 years of experience managing international equity strategies.

"Research from Federated Hermes' Portfolio Construction Team suggests incorporating international equities into the equity sleeve of a traditional stock-and-bond portfolio may improve risk-adjusted returns1," said Paul A. Uhlman, president and chief executive officer of the Federated Advisory Companies. "With a concentrated portfolio filled with international industry leaders that provide products or services essential to everyday life, Federated Hermes International Leaders ETF is a compelling option for an international equity allocation."

"In expanding our ETF lineup, we have focused on meeting investor demand by offering ETF versions of our most popular strategies," said Brandon Clark, ETF business director at Federated Hermes. "Federated Hermes International Leaders ETF offers investors access to the benefits of international equity investments with the ETF vehicle's tax efficiency, transparency, liquidity and ease of use."

Federated Hermes offers actively managed ETFs designed to pursue growth, diversification or income generation for strategic or tactical needs. As of May 31, 2026, Federated Hermes manages more than $2.6 billion in ETF assets.

Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI) is a global leader in active investment management, with $907.1 billion in assets under management, as of March 31, 2026. We deliver investment solutions that help investors target a broad range of outcomes and provide equity, fixed-income, alternative/private markets, multi-asset and liquidity management strategies to more than 11,000 institutions and intermediaries worldwide. Our clients include corporations, government entities, insurance companies, foundations and endowments, banks and broker/dealers. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Federated Hermes has more than 2,000 employees in London, New York, Boston and offices worldwide. For more information, visit FederatedHermes.com/us.

Investors should carefully consider the ETF's investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses before investing. To obtain a summary prospectus or prospectus containing this and other information, contact us at 1-800-341-7400 or visit FederatedHermes.com/us. Please carefully read the summary prospectus or the prospectus before investing.

ETFs are subject to risks and fluctuate in value.

Diversification does not assure a profit nor protect against loss

The value of equity securities in the fund's portfolio will fluctuate and, as a result, the fund's share price may decline. Equity securities may decline in value because of an increase in interest rates or changes in the stock market.          

The fund is a new fund that recently commenced operations. New funds have limited operating histories for investors to evaluate and new funds may not attract sufficient assets to achieve investment and trading efficiencies.

While stocks have higher return potential, they may be more volatile than bonds.

International investing involves special risks including currency risk, increased volatility, political risks, and differences in auditing and other financial standards. Prices of emerging market securities can be significantly more volatile than the prices of securities in developed countries, and currency risk and political risks are accentuated in emerging markets.

The fund's use of derivative instruments involves risks different from, or possibly greater than, the risks associated with investing directly in securities and other traditional instruments.

Growth stocks tend to have higher valuations and thus are typically more volatile than value stocks. Growth stocks also may not pay dividends or may pay lower dividends than value stocks.

Value stocks tend to have higher dividends and thus have a higher income-related component in their total return than growth stocks. Value stocks also may lag growth stocks in performance, particularly in late stages of a market advance.

ETFs are generally more tax efficient than traditional mutual funds due to their structure. When investors redeem shares, ETFs can do so in-kind, meaning they exchange shares for underlying assets without triggering capital gains taxes for remaining investors. ETFs often distribute fewer capital gains to investors compared to mutual funds, leading to lower tax liabilities.

ETF shares are bought and sold on an exchange at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the fund. However, shares may be redeemed at NAV directly by certain authorized broker-dealers (Authorized Participants) in very large creation/redemption units. Shares may trade at a premium or discount to their NAV in the secondary market. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. Market price returns are based on the official closing price of an ETF share or, if the official closing price isn't available, the midpoint between the national best bid and national best offer ("NBBO") as of the time the ETF calculates the current NAV per share. NAVs are calculated using prices as of the end of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (normally 4:00 PM Eastern Time). Recent information, including information about the fund's NAV, market price, premiums and discounts, and bid-ask spreads, is included on the fund's website at FederatedHermes.com/us.

1 Sources: Morningstar, Inc., Federated Hermes, Inc. Based on returns from 1/1/76-12/31/24 of the S&P 500® (US equities), MSCI EAFE Index (international equities) and Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index (bonds), Federated Hermes Portfolio Construction Solutions Team analysis found that a 39% allocation to US equities, 21% allocation to international equities and 40% allocation to bonds produced the highest long-term return with the lowest risk (standard deviation/volatility of returns) versus other allocation mixes in a traditional 60/40 stock-and-bond portfolio. This information is for illustrative purposes only and is not indicative of any specific investment. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index: Is an unmanaged index composed of securities from the Bloomberg Government/Corporate Bond Index, Mortgage-Backed Securities Index and the Asset-Backed Securities Index.

MSCI Europe, Australasia and Far East Index (EAFE): Is an equity index which captures large- and mid-cap representation across Developed Markets countries around the world, excluding the U.S. and Canada. The index covers approximately 85% of the free float-adjusted market capitalization in each country.

S&P 500®: Is an unmanaged capitalization-weighted index of 500 stocks designed to measure performance of the broad domestic economy through changes in the aggregate market value of 500 stocks representing all major industries.

Federated Securities Corp.is Distributor of the Federated Hermes Funds.

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On June 17, 2026, Builders FirstSource Inc BLDR shares fell 3.3% today, closing at $76.14. This decline comes after a volatile performance, with the stock ranging from a 52-week high of $151.03 to a low of $65.10. While the stock has shown some resilience recently with a 1-week increase of 2.0% and a 1-month rise of 8.1%, it remains down significantly year-to-date by 26.0% and over the past year by 29.5%.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $76.14 vs GF Value™ of $133.63, indicating a 43.0% upside.GF Score™: 82/100, suggesting a strong overall rating.Most notable signal: Insider activity shows that insiders sold $0.4M in the last 3 months with no buying activity. Is BLDR Overvalued or Undervalued? Builders FirstSource Inc BLDR appears to be significantly undervalued at its current price of $76.14 when compared to the GF Value™ estimate of $133.63. This presents a margin of safety of approximately 43.0%, suggesting that there is a substantial upside potential for investors. The GF Valuation label categorizes BLDR as significantly undervalued, which could indicate an attractive opportunity for long-term investors. However, it is important to recognize that market conditions and industry trends can impact future performance, thus posing potential risks despite the current valuation.

GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. Given the current undervaluation, investors may consider the potential for price appreciation, but should remain cautious of broader market fluctuations that could affect the stock's trajectory.

How Does BLDR's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 29.2x 12.3x Forward P/E 17.2x N/A Analyzing the current P/E (TTM) of 29.2x, it is notably 137% above its 5-year median P/E of 12.3x. This indicates that Builders FirstSource is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation metrics. The forward P/E of 17.2x suggests some expected improvement, but the current P/E analysis conflicts with the GF Value™ verdict of undervaluation, indicating that the stock may not be as attractive based on traditional valuation metrics.

What Does BLDR's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 82/100 Financial Strength 5/10 Profitability 9/10 Growth 8/10 Valuation 4/10 Momentum 4/10 Builders FirstSource's GF Score™ of 82/100 indicates a strong overall performance, driven primarily by its high profitability rank of 9/10 and a solid growth rank of 8/10. However, the company shows weaknesses in financial strength and valuation, where it received ratings of 5/10 and 4/10, respectively. This suggests that while Builders FirstSource is performing well in terms of profit generation and growth prospects, its financial stability and valuation metrics require closer scrutiny.

What Are Insiders Doing with BLDR Stock? Recent insider activity reveals that insiders have sold approximately $0.4 million worth of shares in the last three months, with no buying activity reported during this period. This selling could indicate a lack of confidence among insiders regarding the stock's short-term performance or broader market conditions. While insider selling does not always correlate with negative future performance, it can be a signal for investors to monitor closely.

What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ assessment, Builders FirstSource Inc BLDR is currently undervalued at a price of $76.14, compared to a GF Value™ estimate of $133.63. However, caution is warranted due to the high current P/E ratio and the recent insider selling activity. Investors should weigh the potential for appreciation against the underlying risks before making investment decisions.

For the complete analysis, visit the Builders FirstSource Inc BLDR stock page. You can also explore the GF Value™ page for detailed valuation methodology, or use the GuruFocus Stock Screener to find similar opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions What is BLDR's GF Score™?

BLDR's GF Score™ is 82/100, indicating a strong overall rating based on financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum.

Is BLDR overvalued or undervalued?

BLDR is currently undervalued, with a GF Value™ estimate of $133.63 compared to its current price of $76.14, suggesting a potential upside of 43.0%.

What is BLDR's P/E ratio?

BLDR's current P/E (TTM) is 29.2x, which is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 12.3x, indicating that the stock is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation.

This stock alert was generated using automated technology and GuruFocus financial data to provide readers with timely and accurate market reporting. This content was reviewed by GuruFocus editorial team prior to publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].

The market expects Paychex (PAYX - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended May 2026. 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 June 24, 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 payroll processor and human-resources services provider is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.31 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +10.1%.

Revenues are expected to be $1.6 billion, up 12.3% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.3% 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 Paychex?For Paychex, 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 -2.54%.

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

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Paychex 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 Paychex would post earnings of $1.68 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.71, 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.

Paychex 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.

Key Takeaways Paychex will report Q4'26 results on June 24, with revenues expected to rise 12.3%.Paychex's management solutions revenues are expected to grow 15% on product penetration and pricing.Paychex's earnings are expected to rise 10.1%, helped by productivity and prudent expense management. Paychex, Inc. (PAYX - Free Report) will release fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 results on June 24, before market open.

PAYX’s earnings outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in four preceding quarters, with an average earnings surprise of 1.3%.

Paychex’s Q4 ExpectationsThe consensus estimate for Paychex’s fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 revenues is set at $1.6 billion, hinting at a 12.3% jump from the year-ago quarter.

For the management solutions segment, we anticipate the company to generate $1.2 billion, suggesting 15% growth from the year-ago quarter. The rise is likely to have been driven by product penetration and price realization.

Revenues for the PEO and insurance solutions are set at $360.4 million. The figure is expected to increase 5.9% from the year-ago quarter’s actual. Robust rallies in the average number of PEO worksite employees and PEO insurance revenues are anticipated to have aided this segment.

For the interest on funds held for clients, the estimated revenues are $45.6 million, rising marginally year over year. The increment in this segment is can be attributed to the addition of Paycor balances.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pinned at $1.31 per share, indicating a 10.1% gain from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure. Widening margins due to productivity and prudent expense management are the anticipated factors to have improved the bottom line.

What Our Model Says About PAYXOur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Paychex this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. But that is not the case here. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.

PAYX has an Earnings ESP of -1.65% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Earnings SnapshotAccenture plc (ACN - Free Report) reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings of $3.80 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.7%. The metric increased 9% from the year-ago quarter.

ACN’s revenues of $18.718 billion missed the consensus mark by 0.4% but rose 6% year over year in U.S. dollars and 3% in local currency.

Fiserv, Inc. (FISV - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $1.79 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.57 by 14%. Adjusted earnings declined 16.4% from the year-ago quarter.

FISV’s revenue performance was softer. Adjusted revenues were $4.68 billion, missing the consensus mark of $4.76 billion by 1.7% and decreasing 8.9% year over year.

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June 15, 2026 — (Maple Hill Syndicate) — Oil and gasoline prices will “drop like a rock,” President Trump has said.

When? “As soon as the war is over.”

How far? “To where they were before.”

I disagree, for several reasons. Some refineries, pipelines and storage facilities have been destroyed in combat, and will take a long time to fix. Governments see, more than ever, the need for strategic petroleum reserves, so they will be busy buying oil.

And then there's the uncertainty premium. People who have seen $100 oil, and watched as Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, will be uncertain about future oil supplies. Their nervousness will help buoy up the price.

So, even if the Iran war ends soon, I expect oil prices to bounce around between $80 and $90 for much of the next two years, rather than reverting to the $65 to $74 range of last year.

These are some of the reasons why I favor energy stocks, especially oil-and-gas stocks. Energy makes up only 3.5% of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. My clients have about double that, and I may expand the energy weighting in their portfolios further.

Fossils?Are fossil fuels, oil and gas, outdated? In a sense, are they fossils themselves?

Some people believe so, but I think they are confusing long-range forecasts with present realities.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, oil accounts for about 38% of total U.S. energy consumption, and natural gas 36%. Throw in coal at 9% and you find that fossil fuels account for about 83% of all energy used in America.

Almost all of the rest is nuclear and renewable-source energy, including wind, solar and hydro.

My conclusion from these facts is that oil and natural gas will be significant energy sources in the U.S. for at least another decade.

DiamondbackOne of my favorite energy stocks is Diamondback Energy Inc. (FANG), based in Midland, Texas. It drills exclusively in the Permian Basin, primarily in western Texas, an advantage at a time of worldwide geopolitical uncertainty.

Diamondback's profit was only about $1.7 billion last year, but that was a down year for the company. Analysts expect profit to jump to $5.6 billion this year. That's one reason 28 of the 31 analysts who follow the company recommend it.

TotalEnergiesAnother favorite of mine is TotalEnergies SE (TTE), based in Courbevoie, France. In addition to being the largest oil company in France, it has large-scale operations in solar and wind energy.

Currently, TotalEnergies generates about 34 gigawatts of electricity from solar and wind projects worldwide. The company says it hopes to raise that to 100 gigawatts by 2030. A gigawatt equals a billion watts, enough to power 750,000 to a million homes.

At 13 times earnings and 1.1 times revenue, I think TotalEnergies is attractively priced.

Exxon MobilFor clients who prefer a conservative approach, I often buy Exxon Mobil Corp. XOM , the largest U.S. oil company. It has a strong balance sheet, with debt only 19% of equity. It has more than $8 billion in cash and cash equivalents.

Exxon has shown a profit in 29 of the past 30 years, the sole exception being 2020, when the pandemic reduced gasoline consumption.

The company has paid a dividend every year for the past 43 years, and increased the amount of the dividend every year. The dividend yield is currently about 2.8%.

Electric RevolutionU.S. electricity demand was nearly flat for more than a decade until 2021. Now it's growing, and some authorities estimate it will grow 20% over the next four years, as data centers, which are electricity hogs, come online.

The pie chart of fuel sources for electric power generation looks different than the one for overall energy use. Oil generates less than 1% of the nation's electricity. Natural gas generates about 41%.

Nuclear power is next, at 18%. Coal, despite environmental groups' opposition, accounts for about 17%. Wind is about 11%, solar 7% and hydroelectric 6%. Figures are again from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

I think there are opportunities, from time to time, in each of these industries. I made some good profits in coal in 2024-2025, but have no investments there now. I'm mostly in oil and gas, but am looking for nuclear opportunities.

Disclosure: I own Diamondback and TotalEnergies for most of my clients. I own call options on SLB Ltd. (SLB), an oilfield services giant, personally and for a few clients.

One or more of my firm's clients own Chevron Corp. (CVX), ConocoPhillips (COP), Eco Wave Power Global AB (WAVE), Exxon Mobil Corp. XOM , Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF (MLPX), Halliburton Co. (HAL), TEMA Electrification ETF (VOLT) and Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TRMLF).

John Dorfman is chairman of Dorfman Value Investments LLC in Boston, Massachusetts. He or his clients may own or trade securities discussed in this column. He can be reached at [email protected].

SummaryCompaniesAdani partnership could build scaled AI infrastructure manufacturing in India, CEO saysQuarterly profit per share and sales top Wall Street estimatesAI-related 2026 revenue forecast increased to $13.6 ​billionJune 17 (Reuters) - Jabil (JBL.N), opens new tab raised its 2026 profit forecast on Wednesday, as the electronic-component maker looks to capitalize on AI-led demand for data centers, sending its shares up by ​more than 10% in morning trading.

A surge in data-center infrastructure spending, driven ​by strong demand for AI computing power, has benefited companies such ⁠as Jabil.

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"AI infrastructure demand remains extremely strong," said CEO Mike Dastoor, adding the ​company continued to see better-than-expected performance particularly in its automotive and connected living segment ​that had earlier been under pressure.

It expects AI-related revenue to be about $13.6 billion in 2026, $500 million higher than its March forecast of $13.1 billion, Dastoor said on a post-earnings call.

Jabil shares have outperformed the broader market over the past yearHe said Jabil's ​alliance with Adani Enterprises(ADEL.NS), opens new tab represents the potential to help establish a scaled AI infrastructure manufacturing ​platform in India, "a market we believe will become increasingly important for both domestic and global AI ‌infrastructure ⁠demand."

The St. Petersburg, Florida-based company announced a partnership with Adani earlier this week to make next-gen liquid-cooled AI racks along with servers and storage systems for hyperscalers and enterprise data center customers.

The company expects fiscal 2026 adjusted profit per share to ​be $12.70, compared with its prior ​forecast of $12.25. It also ⁠raised its annual revenue forecast to $35 billion from $34 billion earlier.

Analysts on average expect annual revenue of $34.2 billion and adjusted profit per ​share of about $12.4, according to data compiled by LSEG.

The manufacturer, ​which makes ⁠components for Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab, also provides design, production and management solutions to various industrial end markets including technology, automotive, transportation, healthcare, storage and packaging.

Jabil posted third-quarter adjusted profit per ⁠share ​of $3.16, compared to analysts' expectations of $3.10.

Third-quarter revenue rose 11.8% ​to $8.75 billion, beating Wall Street estimates of $8.6 billion.

Reporting by Megavarshini G. Somasundaram and Anshuman Tripathy in Bengaluru; Editing by Shreya Biswas

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Jabil (JBL - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.16 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.12 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.55 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +1.28%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this electronics manufacturer would post earnings of $2.54 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.69, delivering a surprise of +5.91%.

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

Jabil, which belongs to the Zacks Electronics - Manufacturing Services industry, posted revenues of $8.75 billion for the quarter ended May 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.39%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $7.83 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

Jabil shares have added about 64.7% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 9.7%.

What's Next for Jabil?While Jabil has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Jabil was favorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to outperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $3.70 on $8.98 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $12.36 on $34.18 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Electronics - Manufacturing Services is currently in the top 29% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

Another stock from the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector, Progress Software (PRGS - Free Report) , has yet to report results for the quarter ended May 2026. The results are expected to be released on June 30.

This business software maker is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.49 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +6.4%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

Progress Software's revenues are expected to be $241.7 million, up 1.8% from the year-ago quarter.