When it comes to buzz factor, two companies stand out right now: Micron Technology (MU 13.08%) and Space Exploration Technologies (SPCX +1.61%). Micron's share price has skyrocketed more than 9x over the past 12 months. SpaceX recently set the record for the biggest initial public offering (IPO) ever, with a market cap of roughly $1.8 trillion right out of the gate.
Both Micron and SpaceX are benefiting from huge tailwinds. But they have very different stories for investors. Which of these hot growth stocks is the better buy right now?
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Micron's sizzling returns are due to the ongoing surging demand for memory chips. The company can't produce enough of its high-bandwidth memory (HBM) to meet customer demand. HBM is a critical component for data servers running artificial intelligence (AI) applications. As Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra stated in March, " AI hasn't just increased demand for memory -- it has fundamentally recast memory as a defining strategic asset in the AI era."
But HBM isn't the only positive for Micron these days. The company is also delivering record sales for its DRAM and NAND memory chips. Again, AI is the primary growth driver, with AI demand expected to top 50% of the total addressable market in 2026 for DRAM and NAND used in data centers.
Granted, Micron isn't the only key memory supplier. Samsung and SK Hynix are formidable rivals. However, the market is currently large enough for all three players to flourish. Also, Micron is the only U.S.-based memory giant -- a distinction that gives it a competitive advantage in some cases.
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Meanwhile, SpaceX dominates the satellite internet service market with its Starlink unit. The company is also a leader in space launches, thanks to its reusable Falcon 9 rockets and its newer Starship spacecraft, designed to transport humans and cargo.
SpaceX thinks its biggest opportunity, though, is in AI. Founder Elon Musk merged one of his other companies, xAI, into SpaceX earlier this year. SpaceX estimates its total addressable market at a staggering $28.5 trillion. Enterprise applications (xAI's bailiwick) account for $22.7 trillion of this total.
Two distinguishing factors that immediately jump out with these two stocks are their financial positions and valuations. Micron is highly profitable, and its earnings continue to soar. It also looks attractively valued, with shares trading at roughly 10.5 times forward earnings. SpaceX remains unprofitable for now, so earnings-based valuation metrics aren't applicable. However, the stock's trailing 12-month price-to-sales ratio is 125, a nosebleed level by any stretch of the imagination.
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No contest My personal view is that there really isn't a contest between these two stocks. Micron is the better pick to buy right now -- and it isn't even close.
Sure, Micron is a cyclical stock, with all the risks that come with that status. However, the company is enjoying a strong up cycle that shows no signs of slowing down. SpaceX offers an exciting story. It may even deliver greater long-term returns. For now, though, Micron provides a much more compelling risk-reward proposition.
VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, released its May TradFi Futures trading data, showing rising user demand for U.S. stock-related products and broader participation across AI, semiconductor, index, and ETF markets. In May, MEXC's Stock Futures trading volume increased 105% month over month, while MU (Micron) Futures volume surged more than 1,000%. The index segment also saw strong growth, with overall trading volume up 134%. SpaceX (SPCX) Futures continued to draw market attention ahead of its IPO, reflecting growing user interest in participating in major traditional asset events through crypto-native trading infrastructure.
In May, rising AI-driven demand for HBM, or high-bandwidth memory, boosted market attention on the memory and storage sector. MEXC platform trading data reflected the same trend, with MU Futures volume rising 1,002% month over month and SNDK (SanDisk) up 757%. Core AI computing names also remained active, with AMD up 465% and NVDA up 151%. Beyond popular individual stocks, MEXC also offers AI-themed ETFs such as SOXL and DRAM, allowing users to trade both single-company opportunities and broader AI and semiconductor industry themes. The platform also continued to expand its global stock product matrix, adding leading Asian memory and semiconductor names including KIOXIA, SK Hynix, and Samsung Electronics. To date, Stock Futures covers more than 140 global equity-related assets, further expanding users' investment and trading choices across global markets.
User demand for U.S. stock-related products was not limited to popular individual stocks. Index and ETF products also saw active trading. SPX500 and NAS100 became the most actively traded U.S. stock-related Futures on the platform, while trading volume for QQQ, an ETF tracking the technology sector, increased 253% month over month. The three major U.S. index futures products, SPX500, NAS100, and US30, together accounted for 87% of trading volume in the index segment. Users are increasingly participating in broader U.S. stock market moves through ETFs and index products.
SpaceX (SPCX) Futures further demonstrated how crypto exchanges can extend user access to traditional asset events. Before SpaceX's anticipated IPO, MEXC had already launched SPCX Futures, attracting significant user trading activity and reflecting user demand to participate earlier in market moves around traditional IPO events.
From individual stocks to indexes, and from AI computing to the storage supply chain, crypto users are participating in U.S. stock-related products in increasingly diverse ways. Behind this shift is the maturation of cross-market trading infrastructure. USDT settlement lowers FX and fund-switching costs, a 0-fee trading environment reduces rebalancing friction, and long and short Futures positions provide more flexible ways to participate. Through a single account, users can access multiple asset classes including crypto, U.S. stocks, stock indexes, and commodities.
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Micron stock NASDAQ:MU reports fiscal third-quarter earnings after the US market close on Wednesday, and the options market has already marked the event as a potential shock.
The stock has been one of the biggest AI winners of the year, with gains of more than 800% over the past 12 months and a market value that has pushed above $1 trillion.
That makes tonight’s print a test of whether the AI hardware boom can keep outrunning even the most aggressive expectations.
The options chain was already telling that story before a single number dropped.
Saxo Bank said Micron’s near-term options were pricing in an implied move of about 11% in either direction after earnings.
That does not mean traders are betting the stock will rise 11%. It means the market is attaching a high price to uncertainty.
Based on a reference stock price of $1,172.30, Saxo said the options market was implying a post-earnings range of roughly $1,066 to $1,331.
That is a very wide earnings window, even for a stock that has become central to the AI trade.
The reason is volatility, as Saxo pegged front-week implied volatility at about 155%, compared with roughly 109% for July options.
In plain English, the market is charging a huge premium for options that cover the earnings event.
That creates a risk known as “IV crush”. Once the results are out, that event premium can disappear quickly.
A trader can get the direction right and still lose money if Micron’s actual move is smaller than the move already priced into the option.
For ordinary investors, the message is simpler: the market expects fireworks, but it is not saying which way the blast goes.
The reason traders are willing to price such a large move is that Micron is no longer being treated like a normal memory-cycle stock.
TD Cowen analyst Krish Sankar recently lifted his price target on Micron to $1,500 from $660. The core of his argument was blunt: the role of memory in AI is “structural rather than cyclical”.
That phrase matters as memory stocks have historically moved through boom-and-bust cycles. Prices rise, manufacturers add supply, margins peak, and the cycle eventually rolls over.
Wall Street is now asking whether AI has changed that pattern.
Bank of America’s Vivek Arya also raised his Micron target to $1,500 from $950. The timing was notable because the upgrade came as the stock was selling off.
That made the call less like a momentum chase and more like a statement of conviction.
Other target increases have followed the same direction.
TheStreet cited UBS at $1,625, Needham at $1,550, and several other firms clustered well above the stock’s recent trading range.
The fundamental story is high-bandwidth memory, or HBM. These chips sit alongside advanced AI accelerators and are essential for training and running large models.
Supply remains tight, pricing power has extended, and analysts are increasingly treating Micron as a core AI infrastructure beneficiary rather than a commodity memory maker.
Micron’s own guidance has raised the bar. The company guided for fiscal Q3 revenue of $33.5 billion at the midpoint and gross margin of about 81%.
For a memory chipmaker, that margin level would be extraordinary, but it also leaves little room for disappointment.
Dan Ives, global head of tech research and senior equity analyst at Wedbush Securities, discusses the importance of Wednesday's earnings from Micron Technologies, tech spending on capex and the AI buildout, and how he views public-private partnerships on AI companies. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?
SummaryCompaniesAnalysts expect Micron's Q3 profit growth over 1,000% revenue up nearly 285%Micron's shares have surged 761% over the past year, lifting market value to $1.19 trillionAnalysts expect memory-chip demand to outpace supply for at least the next two yearsJune 24 (Reuters) - The spotlight is on chipmaker Micron Technology as it prepares to report earnings, with investors bracing for further volatility following sharp market swings fueled by large flows tied to SpaceX and a two-day boom-bust in semiconductor stocks.
Last June, Micron (MU.O), opens new tab was a well-known if somewhat obscure company with a market value of $136 billion and a long history, but not necessarily one whose quarterly earnings reports caught investors' fancy.
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Fast forward a year, and Micron is one of the stars of the technology rally that has sent chipmakers around the world soaring, igniting a fresh trading frenzy even after a dozen or more months of AI excitement. Micron is up 761% from a year ago, boosting its market value to $1.19 trillion, placing it among the top U.S.-listed companies and surpassing Walmart and Intel (INTC.O), opens new tab.
That has proved to be a windfall for its investors but potentially adds to the stress portfolio managers and other market mavens face over how the company's results will turn out on Wednesday, as they try to work out what sparked the chipmaker selloff and gauge an unsettling debut for the new Federal Reserve chair.
The Nasdaq (.IXIC), opens new tab has fallen more than 5% after a record run and investors say the market swings have at times been surprisingly abrupt, leaving them to wonder which shoe could drop next.
"It's that question of whether it sets off a domino effect or whether it's just a little step back and then it takes a couple of steps forward again," said Michael Field, chief equity market strategist at Morningstar.
The parabolic gains in Micron and shares of other semiconductor stocks, combined with the slate of mega IPOs this summer, are generating concerns about market euphoria and a potential topping out of the major indexes.
At the same time, large expected earnings gains stemming from massive AI capital spending are sustaining the market advance, but without necessarily extending too obviously into what is called "bubble territory."
"Part of the move in tech reflects funds taking profits and recognising that the risk-reward profile has shifted, particularly given the crowded positioning across parts of the global AI infrastructure and memory complex," said Chris Weston, head of research at Pepperstone.
PRICED FOR PERFECTIONThe technology selloff earlier in the week spread globally, with the tech-heavy stock markets of South Korea (.KS11), opens new tab and Taiwan (.TWII), opens new tab also slumping.
Large memory-chip players SK Hynix (000660.KS), opens new tab and Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab recently soared above $1 trillion in market capitalization, becoming among the first few Asian companies to notch the milestone.
Micron is expected to post third-quarter results after the closing bell on Wednesday. Analysts, on average, expect the Idaho-based company to post a profit growth of more than 1,000% and a near 285% jump in revenue, compared with a year ago.
Micron's chips are tightly integrated into AI systems and analysts expect demand for memory chips to outpace supply for at least the next two years.
"Micron is taking on an Nvidia type of market dynamic," said Kenny Polcari, chief market strategist at Slatestone Wealth.
"When a stock is priced for perfection, perfection becomes the minimum requirement. Anything less — softer guidance, slowing demand trends, margin pressure, or even a cautious tone from management could trigger a meaningful pullback."
Micron's shares rose 3.8% in premarket trading. Its forward-looking price-to-earnings ratio, a valuation metric, has dropped sharply to 8.59 as shares touched record highs and analysts ramped up their earnings expectations.
Chart showing Micron Technology's quarterly revenue growthReporting by Sruthi Shankar and Utkarsh Tushar Hathi in Bengaluru, writing by Colin Barr; Editing by Pooja Desai
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Intuitive Surgical has become a more attractive opportunity after a 28% stock decline, prompting an upgrade from Hold to Buy. ISRG operates in a high-growth surgical robotics market, which could nearly triple by 2033, supporting long-term bullishness. Despite a premium valuation, ISRG's consistent top and bottom-line growth and management execution justify its price.
Intuitive Surgical stands out from other large cap healthcare companies as a high-growth company and a pure play in very attractive segment of the industry. The seemingly elevated earnings multiple is a cause of concern to many, but it is justified once we account for the overall quality of the business model. International and procedure expansion of ISRG platforms make the highly profitable business model worth considering even at nearly 50 times current earnings.
Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:ISRG | ISRG Price Prediction) is positioned for multi-decade compounding because it sits at the center of an aging-world healthcare megatrend with a razor-and-blade business model that compounds quietly whether the broader market is euphoric or fearful.
The case for permanence rests on three pillars, and none of them depend on a single quarter, a single product cycle, or a single economic regime.
Pillar 1: Durability That Strengthens With Every Install Wall Street still occasionally treats Intuitive like a cyclical capital goods manufacturer fixated on how many multi-million-dollar systems hospitals buy each quarter. The bigger picture is that the more systems Intuitive installs globally, the more its revenue mix structurally shifts toward proprietary instruments, accessories, and service contracts required for every procedure performed. The installed base now stands at 11,395 da Vinci systems and 1,041 Ion systems, with recurring revenue of $2.4 billion representing 86% of total revenue in Q1 2026. Intuitive captures roughly 80% of the robotic surgery market, and surgeon training, hospital capex sunk into existing systems, and consumable lock-in make that moat widen with time rather than erode.
Pillar 2: Compounding Through Buybacks and a Fortress Balance Sheet There is no dividend here. Capital returns flow through buybacks and reinvestment, and the math is unambiguous. The company repurchased 2.3 million shares for $1.1 billion in Q1 2026 after buying back 4.0 million shares for $1.92 billion in Q3 2025. The balance sheet carries $7.98 billion in cash against just $2.51 billion in total liabilities. Earnings are compounding visibly: $2.50 in Q1 2026 versus $1.50 in Q1 2024, with 22 of the last 24 quarters beating consensus.
Healthcare is also pulling its weight as a sector. U.S. personal healthcare spending reached $3,700.1 billion in April 2026, up from $3,494.0 billion a year earlier. Demographics do the rest of the work.
Pillar 3: Why It Survives Cycles Recessions hit capital goods makers because customers postpone big-ticket purchases. Intuitive is insulated because procedures continue even when system orders slow, and consumables ride those procedures. Worldwide da Vinci procedures grew 16% and Ion procedures grew 39% in Q1 2026, and Instruments & Accessories revenue of $1.69 billion grew 23%. That recurring stream is what carries the business through downturns.
Where It Underperforms, and Why It Doesn’t Matter The realistic underperformance scenario is a hospital capex freeze combined with tariff escalation. Guidance already bakes in roughly a 1.0% tariff headwind tied to manufacturing in Mexico and Germany and materials from China. Shares reflect this concern, down 28.99% year to date and 21.47% over the past year. System placements can slow in a recession. Procedures, consumables, and the installed base keep compounding regardless, which is exactly why the forever thesis holds. The 10-year return of 464.03% was built through several of these scares.
Forward earnings sit at 40x, which is the price of admission for owning the dominant platform in a structurally growing field. The setup favors long-term ownership over short-term trading.
Nvidia (NVDA 3.99%) is at the forefront of the worldwide artificial intelligence (AI) revolution now unfolding. Investors have rewarded the stock, affording it a lofty price-to-earnings ratio of 31x. That number looks small compared to Intuitive Surgical's (ISRG +0.19%) 50x P/E. Here's why investors could be shocked by the potential offered by Intuitive Surgical, which actually looks cheap compared to its own history right now.
Artificial intelligence is changing the world There's no question about it, AI is already having a profound impact on the world. And the poster child for the AI revolution taking shape is Nvidia, a company that makes high-powered computer chips. At the end of the day, AI is just a fancy computer program, so chips are very important. Nvidia is doing very well right now as a business, as companies work to build out their AI capabilities.
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However, technology changes quickly, and the industry is highly competitive. Nvidia is at the top right now, but that's no guarantee it will remain there. While it could remain the industry leader, it could also be displaced if another chipmaker leapfrogs its chip technology.
Intuitive Surgical is a leader in a vital market that addresses something that doesn't change very quickly: the human body. And while its P/E ratio is 50x, far higher than Nvidia's, the medical device maker is actually cheaper than it has been. Its five-year average P/E ratio is nearly 70%. Here's why you may want to buy Intuitive Surgical while it still looks cheap relative to its own history.
What does Intuitive Surgical do? Intuitive Surgical is a leader in surgical robotics. Robotic surgery is less invasive and offers better outcomes, which is driving strong demand. The number of surgeries performed with one of Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci surgical robots rose 17% year over year in the first quarter of 2026. That's notable because the number of da Vinci robots operating worldwide increased by only 12%.
That said, the real story with Intuitive Surgical isn't actually the robots it sells. They only account for around 25% of the company's top line. The rest comes from the services, instruments, and accessories that support da Vinci robots. These are annuity-like income streams, since da Vinci robots require maintenance and regular parts replacement. And, equally important, every new da Vinci robot put into service increases the opportunity from what amounts to the company's parts and services business.
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There's another growth opportunity, as well, because surgical robots are still a fairly new healthcare technology. Healthcare is highly regulated, and medical devices must be approved for specific applications. Thus, Intuitive Surgical's growth will also be bolstered by expanded use cases for the da Vinci system. For example, in late 2025, the company announced that the FDA had "cleared the da Vinci Single Port (SP) surgical system for use in inguinal hernia repair, cholecystectomy, and appendectomy procedures."
Why Intuitive Surgical could be bigger than Nvidia Once Nvidia sells a chip, it is basically done with that sale. When Intuitive Surgical sells a new surgical robot, it increases the company's annuity-like income stream from parts and services sales. And since the human body changes at a glacial pace, da Vinci robots won't be obsolete in a few months or years, like an AI chip might be.
While Intuitive Surgical is more expensive than Nvidia, there is a significant long-term opportunity (including the potential to increasingly incorporate AI into the da Vinci platform). Given the discount from Intuitive Surgical's historical valuation, now could be a good time to jump on this growth stock for more aggressive investors.
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG - 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.
Over the past month, shares of this company have returned -8%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.1% change. During this period, the Zacks Medical - Instruments industry, which Intuitive Surgical falls in, has lost 1.2%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?
Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company's business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.
Earnings Estimate RevisionsRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.
We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.
For the current quarter, Intuitive Surgical is expected to post earnings of $2.48 per share, indicating a change of +13.2% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
The consensus earnings estimate of $10.41 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +16.6%. This estimate has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $11.7 indicates a change of +12.4% from what Intuitive Surgical is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -0.1%.
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, Intuitive Surgical is rated Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
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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.
In the case of Intuitive Surgical, the consensus sales estimate of $2.81 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +15%. The $11.72 billion and $13.18 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +16.5% and +12.4%, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryIntuitive Surgical reported revenues of $2.77 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +23%. EPS of $2.5 for the same period compares with $1.81 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.61 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +6.24%. The EPS surprise was +20.19%.
The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates three times over this period.
ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.
While comparing the current values of a company's valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock's price.
The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an A is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Intuitive Surgical is graded D on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.
Bottom LineThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Intuitive Surgical. However, its Zacks Rank #2 does suggest that it may outperform the broader market in the near term.
Key Takeaways ISRG raised 2026 da Vinci procedure growth guidance to 13.5-15.5% after strong Q1 2026 results.Intuitive Surgical saw 31% U.S. general surgery growth and 19% international procedure growth.ISRG faces risks from GLP-1 pressure on bariatrics, China weakness, and healthcare spending concerns. Intuitive Surgical’s (ISRG - Free Report) raised its full-year outlook on the first-quarter earnings call, primarily supported by a broadly diversified procedure growth profile. The management increased its 2026 da Vinci procedure growth guidance to 13.5-15.5% from 13-15%, reflecting confidence in sustained adoption trends.
The biggest growth driver continues to be U.S. general surgery, where procedures such as cholecystectomies and appendectomies surged 31% year over year. Growth was supported by increased after-hours utilization and higher adoption of the da Vinci 5 platform, which delivers utilization rates roughly 11% higher than those of the earlier Xi system.
International markets are also becoming an increasingly important contributor, with ex-U.S. da Vinci procedures growing 19%, driven by strong momentum in Europe, India, Korea, Taiwan, and Canada. Overseas procedures now represent 38% of total da Vinci volume, highlighting the growing diversification of Intuitive Surgical’s revenue base and long-term expansion potential.
However, some headwinds could limit upside. In the United States, bariatric procedures declined approximately 10%, as rising adoption of GLP-1 obesity drugs continues to reduce surgical demand in weight-loss procedures.
Internationally, China remains challenged by weak tender activity, domestic competition, and pricing pressure, while Japan continues to face slower adoption following reduced system placements.
Management remains cautious about external risks, particularly the potential impact of ACA subsidy changes in the U.S. healthcare market and broader macroeconomic pressures affecting hospital capital spending in Europe and Asia. While procedure growth appears broad-based enough to support 2026 guidance, sustaining momentum will depend on whether strength in general surgery and international expansion can offset these emerging structural headwinds.
Peer UpdatesBoston Scientific (BSX - Free Report) delivered solid procedural momentum in the first quarter of 2026, supported by strength across electrophysiology, cardiovascular, and neuromodulation franchises. The standout performer was electrophysiology, where sales surged 22% organically, driven by strong adoption of the FARAPULSE pulsed field ablation platform, expanded OPAL mapping utilization, and robust international demand, particularly in Europe.
Cardiovascular procedures also remained healthy, with WATCHMAN growing 19%. The interventional cardiology is benefiting from strong demand for AGENT DCB and imaging portfolio. However, procedural growth was partially offset by weakness in standalone WATCHMAN procedures due to hospital capacity constraints and softer Urology volumes, highlighting pockets of demand normalization despite innovation-led strength.
Medtronic’s (MDT - Free Report) results in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 reflected broad-based procedural strength, led by exceptional performance in high-growth cardiovascular technologies. Cardiac Ablation Solutions grew 78% globally, with Pulsed Field Ablation procedures surging 145%, driven by rapid adoption of the Affera platform and Sphere-9 catheter. The expanding installed base, rising 40% sequentially in the United States, also aided growth.
Surgical procedures gained momentum as Hugo robotic-assisted surgery system volumes grew 2x–3x faster than the market, supported by rising utilization and expanding U.S. placements. Additional procedural tailwinds came from the Symplicity renal denervation platform, where weekly procedure volumes doubled, reinforcing Medtronic’s innovation-driven growth trajectory and supporting an increasingly favorable procedure growth outlook heading into fiscal 2027.
ISRG’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of ISRG have lost 28.9% so far this year compared with an 18.2% decline of the industry.
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From a valuation standpoint, Intuitive Surgical trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 36.55X, above the industry average. But, it is still lower than its five-year median of 70.02X. ISRG carries a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Intuitive Surgical’s 2026 earnings implies a 16.6% rise from the year-ago period’s level.
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The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
George Hill, Anguilla, 23 June 2026 -- New Anglia University highlights several important trends that continue to shape the future of Graduate Medical Education (GME) in the United States as healthcare systems adapt to evolving patient needs, workforce demands, technological advancements, and changing models of care delivery.
Graduate Medical Education serves as the bridge between medical school and independent clinical practice, providing physicians with the specialized training, supervision, and practical experience required to deliver safe and effective patient care. As healthcare continues to evolve, residency training programs are also adapting to ensure future physicians are prepared for increasingly complex clinical environments.
Graduate Medical Education Continues to Expand
In recent years, the United States has seen continued growth in residency training opportunities. According to data from the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), the 2025 Main Residency Match offered more than 43,000 residency positions, representing continued expansion in Graduate Medical Education capacity and the largest Match in the organization's history. The number of residency positions has increased steadily over the past decade as healthcare organizations seek to address physician workforce needs across a variety of specialties and geographic regions.
The expansion of Graduate Medical Education reflects broader efforts to strengthen healthcare capacity while ensuring that future physicians receive the clinical experience necessary to meet growing patient demand. As populations age and healthcare needs become increasingly complex, residency programs play a critical role in preparing physicians for the realities of modern clinical practice.
At the same time, policymakers, healthcare leaders, and educational institutions continue to examine how residency training can evolve to better support workforce planning, improve healthcare access, and address physician shortages in underserved communities.
A Growing Emphasis on Clinical Readiness
One of the most significant trends in Graduate Medical Education is the increasing emphasis on clinical readiness. Residency programs are placing greater focus on ensuring that incoming physicians possess not only strong academic foundations but also the practical skills, professionalism, communication abilities, and clinical judgment required to succeed in patient care environments.
Healthcare systems today require physicians who can work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations, and navigate increasingly complex healthcare delivery models. As a result, medical educators are placing greater importance on experiential learning, clinical exposure, simulation-based education, and competency development throughout the medical education continuum.
The transition from medical school to residency remains a critical stage of physician training and continues to be a major focus of Graduate Medical Education.
Preparing Students for Modern Residency Pathways
As expectations within Graduate Medical Education continue to evolve, medical schools are increasingly focused on ensuring that students are prepared not only to enter residency training but also to thrive within increasingly demanding clinical environments. In addition to strong academic foundations, clinical exposure and familiarity with healthcare delivery systems have become important components of physician development.
New Anglia University's Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme has been designed to provide students with an integrated medical education that combines foundational medical sciences with extensive clinical training opportunities. Through the University's network of affiliated teaching hospitals and healthcare partners, students have the opportunity to undertake clinical rotations in the United States, gaining exposure to patient care, healthcare delivery models, multidisciplinary clinical teams, and the professional expectations commonly encountered within residency training environments.
For students considering future residency opportunities, early exposure to healthcare environments can help develop professional confidence, patient communication abilities, and an understanding of multidisciplinary care delivery. As Graduate Medical Education increasingly emphasises clinical readiness, these experiences can play an important role in supporting the transition from medical school to residency training, while helping students better understand postgraduate training pathways and professional expectations within the U.S. healthcare system.
Technology Is Transforming Medical Training
Advances in healthcare technology are also influencing the future of Graduate Medical Education. Simulation laboratories, digital learning platforms, telemedicine, artificial intelligence, and data-driven healthcare systems are increasingly being incorporated into physician training.
While technology cannot replace direct patient interaction, it is creating new opportunities for medical trainees to develop clinical skills, practice decision-making, and gain exposure to complex scenarios in controlled learning environments.
As healthcare organizations continue to adopt new technologies, residency programs are increasingly focused on preparing physicians to work effectively in technology-enabled clinical settings while maintaining the human-centered approach that remains central to patient care.
Interprofessional Collaboration Is Becoming Increasingly Important
Modern healthcare delivery relies on collaboration among physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, administrators, and other healthcare professionals. As a result, Graduate Medical Education is placing greater emphasis on interprofessional learning and team-based care.
Training environments increasingly encourage physicians to develop communication, leadership, and collaborative skills alongside their clinical competencies. These experiences help prepare residents for the realities of contemporary healthcare systems, where effective teamwork is often essential to achieving positive patient outcomes.
The growing focus on interprofessional education reflects a broader recognition that high-quality healthcare depends not only on individual expertise but also on the ability of healthcare professionals to work together effectively.
Competency-Based Medical Education Is Gaining Momentum
Another important trend shaping the future of Graduate Medical Education is the growing emphasis on competency-based physician training. Traditionally, medical education has relied heavily on time-based progression, with physicians advancing through residency according to predetermined training schedules. Increasingly, however, educators are focusing on the demonstration of specific competencies and measurable outcomes.
Competency-based approaches place greater emphasis on clinical performance, patient safety, communication skills, professionalism, procedural competence, and the ability to deliver high-quality patient care. Rather than simply measuring time spent in training, programs are seeking to ensure that residents demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for independent practice.
This evolution reflects broader efforts to enhance educational quality while ensuring that residency graduates are fully prepared to meet the demands of modern healthcare systems. As Graduate Medical Education continues to evolve, competency-based assessment is expected to play an increasingly important role in physician development.
International Medical Graduates Continue to Play a Vital Role
Graduate Medical Education in the United States is also shaped by the significant contribution of International Medical Graduates (IMGs). According to data from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), the American Medical Association (AMA), and other healthcare workforce analyses, approximately one-quarter of practicing physicians in the United States graduated from medical schools outside the country.
Many residency programs rely on International Medical Graduates to help meet workforce needs, particularly in primary care, internal medicine, family medicine, and underserved communities. As healthcare demand continues to grow, the contribution of IMGs remains an important component of the broader physician workforce.
The continued integration of qualified International Medical Graduates into U.S. residency training highlights the increasingly global nature of medical education and healthcare delivery. As physician mobility increases and healthcare systems become more interconnected, Graduate Medical Education is expected to remain an important bridge between international medical training and clinical practice in the United States.
Preparing Physicians for a Changing Healthcare Landscape
The healthcare environment facing future physicians is markedly different from that of previous generations. Demographic shifts, evolving patient expectations, healthcare technology, population health initiatives, and changing workforce needs continue to influence how care is delivered throughout the United States.
The need for a well-trained physician workforce remains particularly significant. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has projected that the United States could face a shortage of between approximately 13,500 and 86,000 physicians by 2036, driven by population growth, demographic changes, and increasing demand for healthcare services. These projections continue to shape discussions surrounding physician training capacity, residency funding, and long-term workforce planning.
Graduate Medical Education must therefore remain adaptable, ensuring that physicians are prepared to meet both current and future healthcare challenges. Residency programs increasingly seek to balance traditional clinical training with broader competencies that support leadership, quality improvement, patient safety, healthcare systems understanding, and lifelong learning.
As healthcare continues to evolve, the ability to adapt to new clinical environments and emerging challenges will remain an essential characteristic of successful physicians.
Looking Ahead
As the United States continues to address future healthcare workforce needs, Graduate Medical Education is expected to evolve in response to changing healthcare priorities, technological innovation, workforce demands, and patient expectations. Programs will likely place increasing emphasis on clinical competence, adaptability, interdisciplinary collaboration, digital health literacy, and lifelong learning as physicians prepare for a rapidly changing healthcare environment.
For medical students and future physicians, understanding these trends provides valuable insight into how residency training is changing and what skills will be most important in the years ahead. While the foundations of medicine remain constant, the methods used to train and support future physicians continue to evolve alongside the healthcare systems they will ultimately serve.
Investors often weigh established retail names against digital marketplace leaders when seeking growth. Choosing between GameStop (GME 0.17%) and StubHub (STUB +3.77%) requires a deep dive into their shifting business models and 2026 valuations.
GameStop continues to pivot its legacy physical gaming business toward a leaner model despite declining top-line sales. StubHub remains a dominant force in live event ticketing, though it faces unique regulatory challenges and significant net losses. This article explores how their respective strategies and financial health compare for investors looking at the current market.
The case for GameStopGameStop sells games, collectibles, and entertainment products through thousands of stores and digital platforms. Within the landscape of retail stocks, the company relies heavily on relationships with major gaming vendors like Sony and Nintendo. These key partners accounted for a majority of new product purchases in fiscal 2025, which means high customer concentration adds a layer of risk to the business.
In its 2025 fiscal year (FY), revenue reached $3.6 billion, representing a decline of 5.1% compared to the prior year. Despite lower sales, the company reported a net income of $418.4 million, which was a notable increase from the $131.3 million earned in fiscal 2024. The 11.5% net margin, which measures how much profit is kept from every dollar of sales, reflects this year-over-year improvement.
As of its January 2026 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was 0.8x. This ratio measures total debt against shareholder equity, with a lower number typically suggesting a less risky financial structure. The current ratio stands at 15.3x, explaining the company’s strong ability to cover its short-term liabilities with current assets. During FY 2025, the company generated free cash flow of $597.3 million.
The case for StubHubStubHub operates a global marketplace that connects fans with sellers of tickets for live sports, music, and theater events. The company manages two major brands, serving customers in over 200 countries and supporting dozens of languages. To expand its reach, the company recently entered an open distribution partnership with ULTRA Europe to increase its inventory of international events.
During FY 2025, revenue was $1.7 billion, which was a slight decrease of 1.4% from the previous year. The company reported a net loss of $1.9 billion for the fiscal year, a significant shift from the net income generated in 2023. The net margin for the period was negative 109.2%, indicating that total expenses significantly exceeded revenue.
According to the December 2025 balance sheet, StubHub maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.8x. This level of leverage indicates the company uses a moderate amount of debt to fund its operations relative to its equity. The current ratio is 1.0x, meaning the company has just enough short-term assets to cover its upcoming bills. Despite the reported net loss, the company generated free cash flow of $191.2 million in FY 2025.
Risk profile comparisonGameStop faces significant pressure from the shift toward digital game downloads, which threatens its physical software market. The company is also highly dependent on CEO Ryan Cohen, and a 2026 shareholder lawsuit regarding his performance award has created some leadership uncertainty. Furthermore, the company holds volatile assets like Bitcoin (BTC +0.65%), which exposes it to market swings and accounting risks. Competition remains fierce from mass-market giants like Walmart.
StubHub must navigate a complex regulatory environment, highlighted by a $10 million settlement with the FTC over hidden fees in April 2026. Its business is also entirely dependent on the health of the live events industry, which can be disrupted by economic downturns or tour cancellations. The company faces intense competition from primary ticket sellers and other secondary platforms. Additionally, as a digital-first company, it relies on third-party cloud infrastructure, making it vulnerable to system interruptions.
Valuation comparisonGameStop trades at a lower Forward P/E than StubHub, while StubHub features a lower P/S ratio relative to its peer.
MetricGameStopStubHubSector BenchmarkForward P/E19.7x25.7x28.6xP/S ratio2.7x2.3xn/aSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLY sector ETF. Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
Both GameStop and StubHub are at key inflection points in their histories. GameStop’s core retail business is in decline, and it is trying to find a path forward under CEO Ryan Cohen. StubHub went public in September of 2025 at $23.50 per share, and now must prove its stock price can rebound as shares remain well below the IPO price.
GameStop is doing well from a financial perspective. It had the highest quarterly net income in its history, reporting $389.6 million in its fiscal first quarter ended May 2. The company is building a business around collectibles, and as a result, Cohen sees synergies with e-commerce giant eBay.
That’s why GameStop tried to buy eBay. Although its offer was rejected by eBay’s Board of Directors, GameStop may pursue a hostile takeover attempt.
StubHub’s 2025 performance wasn’t ideal, but it’s off to a strong start in 2026. In Q1, revenue rose 12% year over year to $446.0 million. In addition, the company made a dramatic reversal from a net loss of $22.2 million in 2025 to net income of $48.0 million this year.
Although GameStop’s financials are looking good, I would buy StubHub stock over the retailer. GameStop is still finding a path to long-term revenue growth. I’m not convinced its focus on collectibles and attempts to buy eBay will make it a good investment over the long haul. Meanwhile, StubHub’s Q1 results demonstrate its business has the potential to deliver solid gains in time.
GRAPEVINE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) (“GameStop” or the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") has granted the request of Ryan Cohen, Chairman and CEO, to amend the Company's proxy statement to remove the proposed CEO Performance Award. When the Board approved the CEO Performance Award in January 2026, the Company had not yet decided to pursue the acquisition of eBay, Inc. ("eBay").
Mr. Cohen stated that he wants leadership fully focused on GameStop's operating performance and its proposed eBay acquisition.
Additional details can be found in a supplement to the Company's proxy statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. GameStop will release additional materials regarding its proposed acquisition of eBay this week, including a detailed presentation of the strategic rationale and operational plan for the combined company.
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This communication relates to a business combination involving GameStop and eBay that has been proposed by GameStop (the “Proposed Transaction”). This communication is for informational purposes only and is neither an offer to sell or purchase, nor the solicitation of an offer to buy or sell, any securities (or the solicitation of any proxy or vote with respect to any matter), nor shall there be any sale or purchase, issuance or other transfer of securities (or the solicitation of any proxy or other vote) with respect to the Proposed Transaction or otherwise in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
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GameStop and its directors and certain of its executive officers may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the Proposed Transaction, should the Proposed Transaction and any such solicitation occur. Information about the directors and executive officers of GameStop is set forth in GameStop’s definitive proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held July 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CDT, which was filed with the SEC on May 22, 2026 (as supplemented from time to time, the “2026 Proxy Statement”), which is available here, including under the headings “Proposal 1: Election of Directors”, “Director Nomination Process”, “The Director Nominees”, “Director Nominee Qualifications and Experience”, “Biographies of Director Nominees”, “The Board of Directors”, “Corporate Governance”, “Director Compensation”, “Executive Officers”, “Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters”, “Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation”, “Proposal No. 2: Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation”, “Compensation Discussion and Analysis”, “Offer Letters and Severance/Change in Control Benefits”, “Compensation Committee Report on Executive Compensation”, “Executive Compensation Tables”, “CEO Pay Ratio”, “Pay Versus Performance”, “Equity Grant Practices”, “Securities Authorized for Issuance Under Equity Compensation Plans”, “Audit Committee Matters”, “Certain Relationships and Related Transactions”, “Proposal 4: Approval of CEO Performance Award”, “Summary of the Proposed CEO Performance Award”, “Reasons for Approval of the CEO Performance Award”, “Market Capitalization Hurdles with Cumulative Performance EBITDA Hurdles Create Real Value for Stockholders”, “Background of the CEO Performance Award”, “Key Terms of the Proposed CEO Performance Award”, “Other Details Regarding the Proposed CEO Performance Award”, “The Compensation Committee’s Assessment of the CEO Performance Award”, “Practical Implications of the CEO Performance Award” and “Appendix A: CEO Performance Award Agreement”. To the extent holdings of such persons in the Company’s securities have changed since the amounts described in the 2026 Proxy Statement, such changes have been reflected on Initial Statements of Beneficial Ownership on Form 3 or Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC. Additional information can also be found in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, filed with the SEC on March 24, 2026, which is available here.
As of the date hereof, GameStop directly beneficially owns 4,343,725 shares of common stock of eBay, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), and has further entered into the long-side of a series of American-style put/call option transactions (the “Put/Call Pairs”), expiring February 23, 2028, with an unaffiliated financial institution counterparty that provide economic exposure to a further 39,046,658 shares of Common Stock. The Put/Call Pairs were only settleable in cash until such time as GameStop provided the unaffiliated financial institution counterparty with reasonable evidence that all applicable filings had been made and any applicable waiting periods had expired or approvals had been received, as applicable, under the Hart Scott Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended (the “HSR Act Condition”). On June 3, 2026, the HSR Act Condition was satisfied, and as a result, GameStop (in the case of the call portion of the Put/Call Pairs) and the unaffiliated financial institution counterparty (in the case of the put portion of the Put/Call Pairs) electing to settle the Put/Call Pairs now have the option, but not the obligation, to elect for physical settlement of the shares of Common Stock underlying such Put/Call Pairs in lieu of cash settlement. GameStop does not have voting power or dispositive power with respect to the shares of Common Stock underlying such Put/Call Pairs unless and until such Put/Call Pairs are physically settled for Common Stock. On May 3, 2026, GameStop delivered to the board of directors of eBay a non-binding proposal to acquire all of the outstanding Common Stock that it does not already own at a price of $125 per share of Common Stock, to be paid in a combination of cash and GameStop common stock. As a result of the foregoing, GameStop may be deemed to have direct or indirect interests with respect to eBay that are in addition to, or different from, those of other eBay shareholders.
Further information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitations and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in any proxy statement/prospectus and/or other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC in connection with the Proposed Transaction when they become available.
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Any information concerning eBay contained in this communication has been taken from, or based upon, publicly available information. Although GameStop does not have any information that would indicate that any information contained in this communication that has been taken from such documents is inaccurate or incomplete, GameStop does not take any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such information. To date, GameStop has not had access to the books and records of eBay.
Certain statements in this communication may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical facts and can be identified by terms such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “predict,” “project,” “future,” “potential,” “intend,” “plan,” “assume,” “believe,” “forecast,” “look,” “build,” “focus,” “create,” “work,” “continue” or the negative of such terms or other variations thereof and words and terms of similar substance. Such statements also include, among others, statements with respect to GameStop’s proposed acquisition of eBay, such as statements about whether or not the transaction will occur, expected cost reductions, operational benefits, financing, the timing and structure of the transaction, anticipated benefits of the combination, leadership of the combined company, and similar statements. These forward-looking statements are based on GameStop’s current beliefs, expectations and assumptions and involve significant known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the failure of eBay’s Board of Directors to engage with the proposal; the failure to negotiate or execute a definitive agreement providing for the consummation of a transaction on the terms described or at all; failure to obtain required financing on the expected terms; failure to obtain required regulatory approvals; failure to obtain required shareholder approvals of GameStop and/or eBay; failure to realize anticipated cost reductions, operational benefits, or operating efficiencies; risks related to integration of the businesses; the impact of the announcement of the proposal on GameStop’s and eBay’s respective businesses, customers, suppliers, and employees; the diversion of management attention; competitive responses; market and economic conditions; and other risks described from time to time in GameStop’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026 and subsequent filings. GameStop undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Final terms and conditions of any transaction are subject to negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement providing for the consummation of a transaction.
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CompaniesJune 23 (Reuters) - Ryan Cohen, the billionaire CEO of GameStop (GME.N), opens new tab, will not receive a potential performance award from the videogame retailer and plans to unveil more details about his bid to take over eBay soon, the company said on Tuesday.
GameStop unveiled a compensation package worth roughly $35 billion for Cohen in January, hinging on a turnaround that requires him to lift the struggling company's market value more than tenfold and sharply boost its profit.
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In May, Cohen surprised Wall Street with an unsolicited offer to buy eBay for roughly $56 billion in cash and stock to turn the e-commerce company into a bigger competitor to Amazon.
EBay's board rejected the proposal, calling the offer "neither credible nor attractive."
Cohen argued that he doesn't want the package so that GameStop's leadership can fully focus on its operating performance and the planned acquisition.
GameStop's short statement said it would release additional materials regarding its plans for eBay this week, including a detailed presentation of the strategic rationale and operational plan for the combined company. On Tuesday an eBay spokesman had no comment on GameStop's statement.
Speculation about how Cohen, who joined the GameStop board in January 2021 and became the CEO in September 2023, might move forward on trying to buy eBay has grown on Wall Street in recent weeks.
Cohen successfully steered GameStop's return to profitability through aggressive cost cutting, which included shuttering hundreds of stores.
Earlier this month, GameStop posted a 14% rise in quarterly revenue, buoyed by strong collectibles demand, and said its board approved a new $2 billion share repurchase program.
Still, GameStop, which has a market value of nearly $10 billion, is trying to buy a company roughly five times its size, puzzling investors and analysts about where the money might come from, bankers and lawyers have said.
For the first quarter ended May 2, GameStop's net sales came in at $835.3 million, compared with $732.4 million a year ago.
Reporting by Jaspreet Singh in Bengaluru and Svea Herbst-Bayliss in New York; Editing by Anil D'Silva, Sahal Muhammed and Deepa Babington
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AMC Entertainment's stock price has staged a strong bull run this month, reaching its highest point since November last year.
It has jumped by 165% from its lowest point this year, and is about to form a golden cross pattern, which may hint at stronger gains ahead.
Technicals suggest that the AMC share price has more room to run, especially if the golden cross pattern forms.
The daily chart shows that the spread between the 50-day and 200-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMA) has narrowed substantially, and the crossover may happen as the momentum continues.
The 50-day EMA stands at $1.70, while the 200-day is at $1.96.
Other technical indicators point to more gains this year. For example, the Average Directional Index (ADX) has jumped to 41, its highest point since May 1 this year. It has also jumped above the key resistance level of $1.93, its highest point on April 17.
Therefore, the most likely AMC stock forecast is bullish, with the next level to watch being at $3.15, its highest level in October last year. A drop below the key support level of $1.93 will invalidate the bullish view.
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The main reason behind the ongoing AMC stock rally is the ongoing rebound of the Box Office.
In a statement released earlier this month, the company said that it welcomed more than 4.2 million moviegoers to its US locations in May.
Globally, the figure jumped to 25.5 million, the highest level since May 2019. This growth is a continuation of what has been happening this year, with titles like The Super Mario Galaxy, Michael, Project Hail Mary, The Devil Wears Prada 2, and Pegasus being among the most popular.
This growth will likely continue as several titles are expected to be released. This includes popular names like The Odyssey, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Moana, and The Hunger Games.
AMC stock also rose after the company published its financial results. Its revenue rose to $1.04 billion in the first quarter from the $862 million it made last year.
Its adjusted EBITDA improved to $38.3 million from a loss of $57.2 million in the same quarter last year. Also, it narrowed its losses, with its net loss improving to $117.1 million from the previous $201 million.
Analysts are largely optimistic about the company, with the annual revenue expected to jump by 12% this year to $5.4 billion.
It is expected to jump to $5.7 billion next year, with the company expected to turn a net profit in 2027.
This view likely explains why the CEO recently bought shares worth over $344k.
Still, the company has a major risk ahead: dilution. It recently completed its at-the-market raising of $150 million to boost its balance sheet.
Over time, AMC has boosted its outstanding shares from 58 million in 2023 to 605 million today.
AMC Entertainment stock is taking a breather. What’s the outlook for AMC shares? What Is AMC’s Recent Equity Raise Impact?AMC recently completed a $150 million at-the-market equity offering, selling about 105.3 million shares, with management framing the proceeds as a way to strengthen cash, improve financial flexibility, and support goals like boosting adjusted EBITDA and reducing leverage. The headline matters because big share issuance can act as near-term supply that traders often fade after sharp runs.
In the background, AMC has pointed to a record May box office and said global attendance reached 25.5 million, its strongest May since 2019, alongside six films posting domestic opening weekends above $75 million over the past 11 weeks.
U.S. index tone is mixed-to-firm in premarket trading, with the Nasdaq (QQQ) up 0.66% versus smaller moves in the S&P 500 (SPY) up 0.10%, the Russell 2000 (IWM) up 0.08%, and the Dow (DIA) down 0.07%. AMC's slight dip looks more stock-specific than macro-driven, with traders focusing on post-raise positioning.
AMC Stock: Key Technical Levels To WatchFrom a longer-term chart view, AMC is still in a rebound phase: at $2.48 it's trading above its 20-day SMA ($1.87) and 200-day SMA ($1.90), which is the kind of "trend repair" bulls want to see hold on pullbacks. The catch is the bigger structure is still mixed because the 50-day SMA ($1.66) remains below the 200-day SMA, a bearish longer-term alignment that can cap rallies.
Momentum is the key near-term risk: RSI is 72.36, which signals the move is getting stretched and can be prone to sharp pullbacks or sideways churn even if the trend stays constructive. RSI is essentially a "how extended is this move?" gauge, and readings above 70 often mean buyers may need to cool off before the next leg higher.
The recent turning points underline why this can stay choppy: the last swing low formed in March (near the 52-week low of 93 cents), while the most recent swing high was in June, leaving a wide range for price to work through. With the stock now 31% above its 200-day SMA and 50.1% above its 50-day SMA, bulls typically want to see dips get bought rather than slicing back through those trend lines.
Key Resistance: $2.50 — a round-number area that can attract supply after the recent run Key Support: $1.90 — near the 200-day SMA/EMA zone ($1.90–$1.93), a common "line in the sand" during trend repairs What Is AMC Entertainment Holdings?AMC Entertainment Holdings is in the theatrical exhibition business, owning, operating, or holding interests in theaters across the U.S. and Europe. It leans into premium formats and amenities like plush power recliners, MacGuffins full bars, AMC Dine-In Theatres and upgraded presentation options.
The company reports results across U.S. and International markets, with the U.S. as its main revenue driver, so box office and attendance trends are central to the equity story. That's why management's "demand is recovering" message (record May box office and 25.5 million global guests in May) is getting tied directly to the capital raise and the stock's recent volatility.
AMC Stock Price Activity TodayAMC Stock Price Activity: AMC Entertainment shares were up 2.81% at $2.56 Wednesday morning, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC 24.64%), a movie theater exhibition and cinema operator, closed at $2.83 and rose 6.39%. Traders were weighing record May attendance, a $150 million equity sale, and a $4 billion long-term debt load. Investors are watching summer box-office trends and the next earnings window for liquidity updates.
Trading volume reached 80.8 million shares, coming in about 140% above its three-month average of 33.6 million shares. AMC Entertainment Holdings IPO'd in 2013 and has fallen 99% since going public.
How the markets moved todayThe S&P 500 (^GSPC 1.44%) closed at 7,501 and rose 1.08%, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 2.21%) closed at 26,518 and gained 1.91%. Among movie theater and cinema operations peers, Cinemark Holdings (CNK +0.59%) closed at $33.76, up 1.96%, while National CineMedia (NCMI +3.57%) closed at $3.40, falling 6.34%.
What this means for investorsThe summer movie season is just kicking off, but AMC is already seeing solid attendance. The company said May saw the highest attendance since 2019, both domestically and globally. That has investors jumping into the theater operator’s stock.
The company still isn’t on solid financial footing, though. Investors need to consider more than just its debt load, too. Last week, AMC completed a $150 million equity offering to help boost its balance sheet.
That move helps the company, but it is dilutive to existing shareholders. AMC will likely need more than a single year of strong box-office attendance to reward shareholders.
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More Than 4.8 Million Moviegoers Attended AMC Theatres in the U.S. and ODEON Cinemas Internationally, Thursday Through Sunday
In addition to TOY STORY 5’s stellar, media-reported $160 million domestic opening weekend, AMC set new 2026 U.S. attendance, admissions revenue, and food & beverage revenue marks over a weekend thanks to especially strong holdover performances from OBSESSION and DISCLOSURE DAY, among several others
TOY STORY 5 is the 7th different movie title in the past three months to have a domestic opening weekend gross greater than $75 million, which it far exceeded
LEAWOOD, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AMC), the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and the world, today announced that it delivered its busiest weekend of 2026 so far at its U.S. theatres, as Disney and Pixar’s TOY STORY 5 opened to a media-reported $160 million domestic debut, the biggest opening weekend box office performance of the year.
From Thursday through Sunday, more than 4.8 million moviegoers attended AMC Theatres locations in the United States and ODEON Cinemas internationally. Driven by the extraordinary debut of TOY STORY 5 and continued strong performances from multiple holdover titles, AMC recorded its highest weekend admissions revenue, food & beverage revenue, and attendance levels of 2026 to date at its U.S. theatres. AMC’s U.S. food & beverage revenue was its highest during a weekend in more than a year.
In addition to the exceptional launch of TOY STORY 5, AMC’s results were bolstered by strong ongoing audience demand for OBSESSION, BACKROOMS, and DISCLOSURE DAY, among several other films currently playing in theatres. The sustained strength of these films helped create one of the most robust overall theatrical lineups of the year and continued the strong momentum moviegoing has enjoyed throughout the summer season.
Adam Aron, Chairman and CEO of AMC Entertainment, commented:
“We congratulate our friends at Disney and Pixar, as well as the TOY STORY 5 filmmakers, on delivering a theatrical event that clearly connected with audiences and helped drive AMC’s busiest weekend in the United States so far this year. Given our close dealings with Taylor Swift over the past several years, we also want to highlight and salute Taylor Swift’s #1 chart-topping smash hit song, ‘I Knew It, I Knew You,’ which she wrote and performed for TOY STORY 5.”
Aron added, “Beyond the strong opening of TOY STORY 5, what stands out in 2026 is that week after week, it’s not been just one film driving box office results. Audiences are showing up for a wide range of titles, including films that have been in theatres for several weeks. This weekend, strong performances from OBSESSION and DISCLOSURE DAY, along with those of several other films including BACKROOMS, SCARY MOVIE, MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, MICHAEL, and STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU, all contributed meaningfully to our overall results. Seeing multiple films across multiple genres perform well at the same time is such an encouraging sign for the theatrical business. With several major releases coming to theatres especially in July and across the entire summer, we expect that momentum to continue.”
TOY STORY 5 is the 7th different movie title in the past three months to have a domestic opening weekend gross greater than $75 million, which it far exceeded. It joins these other 2026 hits: PROJECT HAIL MARY, THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE, MICHAEL, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2, STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU, as well as BACKROOMS.
The strong summer moviegoing season continues in the weeks ahead, with a steady pipeline of major releases scheduled to arrive in theatres. SUPERGIRL (June 26); MINIONS & MONSTERS (July 1), MOANA (July 10), THE ODYSSEY (July 17), and SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY (July 31) will all be on AMC’s big screens over the next six weekends. Showtimes and tickets are available at amctheatres.com and the AMC mobile app.
About AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc.
AMC is the largest movie exhibition company in the United States, the largest in Europe and the largest throughout the world with approximately 855 theatres and 9,640 screens across the globe. AMC has propelled innovation in the exhibition industry by: deploying its signature power-recliner seats; delivering enhanced food and beverage choices; generating greater guest engagement through its loyalty and subscription programs, website, and mobile apps; offering premium large format experiences and playing a wide variety of content including the latest Hollywood releases and independent programming. For more information, visit amctheatres.com
AMC Entertainment (AMC - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $2.74, demonstrating a -3.04% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily loss of 0.37%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 1.33%.
The stock of movie theater operator has risen by 87.42% in the past month, leading the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 1.15% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.02%.
The upcoming earnings release of AMC Entertainment will be of great interest to investors. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $1.45 billion, up 3.73% from the prior-year quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of -$0.23 per share and revenue of $5.39 billion, which would represent changes of +76.04% and +11.1%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for AMC Entertainment. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
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The Leisure and Recreation Services industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 188, positioning it in the bottom 23% of all 250+ industries.
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LEAWOOD, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AMC) (“AMC” or “the Company”), announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with certain institutional investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 95,250,000 shares of AMC common stock. The Offering is expected to result in gross proceeds of approximately $200 million, before deducting agent fees and offering expenses.
AMC intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering to redeem all of its $125,500,000 aggregate principal amount of 6.125% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2027, pay related fees, costs, premiums and expenses associated therewith and for general corporate purposes, which may include the repayment of other debt, the strengthening of AMC's cash reserves and investments to enhance the moviegoing experience at AMC's theatres. The Offering is expected to close on June 24, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
Roth Capital Partners is acting as the sole placement agent for the Offering.
The shares described above are being offered pursuant to a shelf registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-293291), originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 9, 2026. The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus, including a prospectus supplement, forming a part of the effective registration statement. A final prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus relating to the Offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Electronic copies may be obtained when available, from Roth Capital Partners, LLC, 888 San Clemente, Suite 400, Newport Beach, CA 92660, (800) 678-9147 or by email at [email protected], or by accessing the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
About AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc.
AMC is the largest movie exhibition company in the United States, the largest in Europe and the largest throughout the world with approximately 850 theatres and 9,600 screens across the globe. AMC has propelled innovation in the exhibition industry by: deploying its Signature power-recliner seats; delivering enhanced food and beverage choices; generating greater guest engagement through its loyalty and subscription programs, website, and mobile apps; offering premium large format experiences and playing a wide variety of content including the latest Hollywood releases and independent programming. For more information, visit www.amctheatres.com.
Website Information
This press release, along with other news about AMC, is available at www.amctheatres.com. We routinely post information that may be important to investors in the Investor Relations section of our website, www.investor.amctheatres.com. We use this website as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with our disclosure obligations under Regulation FD, and we encourage investors to consult that section of our website regularly for important information about AMC. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, our website is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document. Investors interested in automatically receiving news and information when posted to our website can also visit www.investor.amctheatres.com to sign up for email alerts.
Forward-Looking Statements
This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In many cases, these forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “will,” “may,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “intends,” “indicates,” “projects,” “goals,” “objectives,” “targets,” “predicts,” “plans,” “seeks,” and variations of these words and similar expressions. Examples of forward-looking statements include statements the Company makes regarding impacts of the industry box office in North America and European industry attendance, the Company’s expected revenue, net loss, capital expenditures, diluted loss per share, Adjusted EBITDA and estimated cash and cash equivalents, the potential for sustained growth, the Company’s cash generation potential, the potential for further debt equitization, the ability to achieve the Company’s AMC Go Plan, the Company’s financial runway and the continued box office recovery as well as the future box office outlook, including with respect to the full year 2026, the use of proceeds from the Offering, changing market dynamics and capitalizing on opportunities to further strengthen AMC’s balance sheet. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made. These forward-looking statements may include, among other things, statements related to AMC’s current expectations regarding the performance of its business, financial results, liquidity and capital resources and are based on information available at the time the statements are made and/or management’s good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events, and are subject to risks, trends, uncertainties and other facts that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. These risks, trends, uncertainties and facts include, but are not limited to: the sufficiency of AMC’s existing cash and cash equivalents and available borrowing capacity; AMC’s ability to obtain additional liquidity, which if not realized or insufficient to generate the material amounts of additional liquidity that will be required unless it is able to achieve more normalized levels of operating revenues, likely would result with AMC seeking an in-court or out-of-court restructuring of its liabilities; the effectiveness of the refinancing transactions completed in the third quarter of 2025 and the ability to further equitize existing debt; increased use of alternative film delivery methods or other forms of entertainment; the continued recovery of the North American and international box office; AMC’s significant indebtedness, including its ability to meet its covenants and limitations on AMC's ability to take advantage of certain business opportunities imposed by such covenants; shrinking exclusive theatrical release windows; the seasonality of AMC’s revenue and working capital; intense competition in the geographic areas in which AMC operates; risks relating to impairment losses, including with respect to goodwill and other intangibles, and theatre and other closure charges; motion picture production, promotion, marketing, and performance including labor stoppages affecting the production, supply and release schedule of theatrical motion picture content and choice of distributors to release fewer feature-length films as a result of the additional financial burden imposed by tariffs; the use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) technology in the filmmaking process and audience acceptance of movies made utilizing AI technology; general and international economic, political, regulatory and other risks, including but not limited to rising interest rates; AMC’s lack of control over distributors of films; limitations on the availability of capital, including on the authorized number of AMC common stock; dilution of voting power caused by recent sales of AMC common stock and through the issuance of AMC common stock underlying Muvico LLC’s exchangeable notes and the issuance of preferred stock; AMC’s ability to achieve expected synergies, benefits and performance from its strategic initiatives; AMC’s ability to refinance its indebtedness on favorable terms; AMC’s ability to optimize its theatre circuit; AMC’s ability to recognize interest deduction carryforwards, net operating loss carryforwards, and other tax attributes to reduce future tax liability; supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, increased cost and inflation; and other factors discussed in the reports AMC has filed with the SEC. Should one or more of these risks, trends, uncertainties, or facts materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by the forward-looking statements contained herein. Accordingly, the Company cautions you against relying on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made.
Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by, which such performance or results will be achieved. For a detailed discussion of risks, trends and uncertainties facing AMC, see the section entitled “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in the Company’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, as well as the Company’s other filings with the SEC, copies of which may be obtained by visiting the Company’s Investor Relations website at investor.amctheatres.com or the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
AMC does not intend, and undertakes no duty, to update any information contained herein to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by applicable law.
AMC Entertainment Holdings shares fell sharply on Tuesday after the cinema operator announced a $200 million registered direct offering of common stock, triggering investor concerns over dilution.
The stock dropped 27% in trading as markets reacted to the issuance of more than 95 million new shares to institutional investors.
The move comes at a price of $2.10 per share, according to the company, and is expected to close on June 24, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
Net proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $189 million after fees and expenses, with Roth Capital Partners acting as the sole placement agent.
AMC said the majority of proceeds will be used to reduce debt, including the redemption of its $125.5 million in 6.125% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2027, along with associated costs.
Any remaining funds will be directed toward general corporate purposes, which may include additional debt repayment, liquidity support, and theatre upgrades.
The sharp decline in AMC shares reflected investor focus on dilution from the issuance of more than 95 million new shares.
The increase in outstanding shares is expected to reduce existing shareholders’ ownership percentage and dilute future earnings per share.
While the transaction improves liquidity and supports balance sheet repair, market reaction indicated that investors were more concerned about equity dilution than debt reduction benefits.
The stock had been on a strong run earlier in the year, rising 77% between Jan. 1 and Monday’s close, making the timing of the capital raise a key factor in the negative sentiment shift.
Debt reduction remains central to AMC strategyAMC has continued to prioritize strengthening its financial position after several years of pressure on the cinema industry.
The latest offering is part of that broader effort, with proceeds primarily earmarked for debt reduction.
Management also indicated that remaining funds may be used for additional debt repayment, liquidity reserves, or investments in theatre upgrades and customer experience initiatives across its cinema network.
The market response was intensified by the stock’s recent performance.
AMC shares had been trading at elevated levels in 2026, supported by strong box office trends and investor optimism around theatrical releases.
Earlier in the month, momentum was reinforced by a record-breaking opening weekend for Toy Story 5, which drew more than 4.8 million moviegoers to AMC and ODEON locations globally, marking the busiest US weekend of the year for the chain.
However, analysts had already warned that much of the bullish box office narrative was reflected in the share price.
The latest equity issuance added to concerns about repeated share sales, particularly following a prior $150 million at-the-market offering completed just days earlier involving more than 105 million shares.
Despite ongoing improvements in domestic box office performance and potential tailwinds from release schedules and industry developments, sentiment around AMC remains closely tied to its financing decisions and capital structure management.
AMC stock is tanking. See the chart and price action here. From the end of 2021 through the present day, AMC’s outstanding share count has surged.
Retail investors who bought into the meme stock "ape" narrative of the Covid era and held AMC shares were steadily diluted by every round of financing, every preferred share maneuver and reverse split.
AMC’s Dilution Deluge: How Millions of Retail Holders Got ShrunkAMC’s dilution story began in 2021 when the company disclosed it had about 501.8 million shares outstanding and roughly 4.1 million individual shareholders, more than 80% of whom were retail.
Management repeatedly requested authorization to issue hundreds of millions of additional shares as the stock ripped higher, using the inflated price to raise billions of dollars and extend the company’s financial runway.
The flood of new stock helped AMC avoid a near‑term bankruptcy but also planted the seeds for massive long‑term dilution.
APE UnitsDilution accelerated again in 2022 with the launch of AMC Preferred Equity (APE) units. In August 2022, AMC distributed one APE unit for each common share outstanding, effectively doubling the share count from the perspective of economic claims.
Later that year, AMC filed to sell up to 425 million APE units, a move that put heavy pressure on both AMC and APE prices, as it signaled another large capital raise at shareholders’ expense.
Each APE sold brought in cash but also expanded the pool of claims on AMC’s future earnings and assets.
In 2023 and 2024, the math became even more brutal. AMC pursued the conversion of APE into common stock, which a court ultimately allowed, consolidating preferred and common into a single, much larger common pool.
Then, in August 2023, AMC executed a 1‑for‑10 reverse stock split: ten old shares became one new share, and the price was multiplied by ten, purely as an accounting change.
The reverse split did not reverse the prior dilution; it only rebased the visible share count.
By January 2024, AMC had about 247.96 million shares outstanding after the split, which works out to about 2.46 billion on a pre‑split basis, more than 13 times the number of shares at the end of 2021.
As of Tuesday, AMC Entertainment has about 749.21 million shares outstanding, according to Benzinga Pro data.
The increase of more than 500 million shares in three years reflects new equity sales, including a $150 million offering completed earlier this month that added roughly 105.3 million shares.
The Bottom LineAMC’s survival has been financed again and again by selling more equity, and every new share sold has come directly out of the economic weight of the ones already in their brokerage accounts.
AMC Stock Price Activity: AMC Entertainment shares were down 25.54% at $2.05 at the time of publication Tuesday, according to data from Benzinga Pro.
Over the past month, AMC has gained about 33.4% versus a 1.7% decline in the S&P 500 and is up roughly 31% year-to-date compared to the index’s 7.5% gain.
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UEM solutions have become crucial because they enable IT teams to manage multiple device types from a single console, enforce security policies consistently, protect sensitive corporate data, support BYOD and remote work initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulations. BlackBerry UEM addresses these needs through a centralized management framework that supports iOS, Android, Windows, ChromeOS and other enterprise platforms. The platform integrates mobile device management, mobile application management, secure communications, identity management and compliance monitoring.
BlackBerry continues to enhance UEM through recent updates, adding improved policy management, expanded controls for Android and iOS, better malware detection, simplified profile administration and stronger infrastructure support. These updates make the platform easier to deploy and manage, while also enhancing security visibility. Increasing geopolitical tensions and concerns about cyber warfare have prompted governments to modernize their secure communications infrastructure.
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BB Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of BlackBerry have surged 177.9% in the past three months compared with the Internet-Software industry’s growth of 2.7%.
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Regarding the price/book ratio, BB is trading at 7.2, higher than the industry’s multiple of 4.5.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BB earnings for fiscal 2027 has been unchanged over the past 60 days.
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BlackBerry currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
BlackBerry (BB - Free Report) closed at $8.83 in the latest trading session, marking a -3.71% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily loss of 1.22%. Meanwhile, the Dow lost 0.98%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 1.35%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the cybersecurity software and services company had gained 47.67% outpaced the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.19% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.56%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of BlackBerry in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on June 25, 2026. In that report, analysts expect BlackBerry to post earnings of $0.03 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 50%.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $0.17 per share and a revenue of $600.2 million, indicating changes of +6.25% and +9.31%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for BlackBerry. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
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BlackBerry Limited is rated a Hold ahead of its fiscal Q1 2027 report, with prior share gains driven by optimism in QNX and GEM segments. QNX and Secure Communications are key growth drivers, with QNX growing 14% and a $950 million backlog supporting future revenue. Cost restructuring, including the Cylance divestiture, removed a $150 million run rate, enabling eight consecutive quarters of improving GAAP net income.
Key Takeaways BlackBerry's QNX royalty backlog reached about $950M, supporting durable multi-year growth visibility.BB expects QNX revenue of $60-$64M and Secure Comms revenue of $66-$70M for fiscal Q1.BlackBerry sees positive operating cash flow for the first time in three years despite risks. BlackBerry Limited (BB - Free Report) is set to report first-quarter fiscal 2027 results on June 25.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the bottom line is currently pegged at 3 cents and has remained unchanged over the past 60 days. The company expects non-GAAP EPS to be in the range of 2-3 cents.
The company expects fiscal first-quarter revenues to be in the $132-$140 million range.
BlackBerry’s earnings outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters, while meeting once, with the average beat being 115%.
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What Our Model Unveils for BBOur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for BlackBerry this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances 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.
BB has an Earnings ESP of 0.00% and a Zacks Rank #3 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Key Catalysts for BB’s Q1 EarningsBlackBerry enters this earnings season from a position of improving operational strength along with growing momentum across its QNX and Secure Communications divisions. QNX's royalty backlog has expanded to approximately $950 million, with new additions significantly exceeding recognized revenue, providing strong visibility into durable multi-year growth. The continued expansion of backlog highlights a business that is compounding rather than slowing, supported by its leadership in automotive and growing opportunities in physical AI, robotics, industrial, medical and other emerging markets.
While quarterly results can be uneven due to the timing of design wins and development tool purchases, the long-term growth outlook remains strong. Most revenue from new design wins is realized only after products enter production, typically two to three years later. After delivering 14% growth in fiscal 2026 despite a softer first quarter, management expects a similar pattern in fiscal 2027 and believes QNX will remain a Rule of 40 business. QNX is evolving into a high-quality, scalable and profitable growth engine. Beyond automotive, it is gaining traction in industrial automation, medical devices and robotics, with a growing pipeline increasingly converting into signed deals. Higher ASPs in these markets are supporting margin expansion, and GEM now represents nearly half of the SDP 8.0 pipeline, highlighting greater diversification.
Non-automotive markets account for about 20% of QNX revenue and may ultimately present a larger opportunity than automotive. Robotics, driven by the rise of physical AI, is a promising long-term growth area, backed by QNX’s expertise in autonomous systems. BlackBerry’s durable growth is anchored in a strong, multi-layered moat across QNX and Secure Communications. At scale, QNX also benefits from a cost advantage that in-house solutions struggle to replicate. Similarly, Secure Comm operates in mission-critical settings where certifications and long-standing relationships create high barriers to entry. Rather than a threat, BB sees AI as a tailwind, enhancing productivity, accelerating development and reinforcing its position in safety-critical and physical AI applications.
The Secure Comms business is benefiting from the growing demand for digital sovereignty, as governments and enterprises seek secure communication platforms that protect sensitive data from foreign access. A key validation of this trend was the Government of Canada's expanded adoption of BlackBerry's SecuSUITE platform, which is expected to contribute meaningfully to fiscal 2027 revenue. The segment nearly achieved the Rule of 40 in the fiscal fourth quarter, led by rising NATO and global defense spending. Expanded support for iOS alongside Android has strengthened the pipeline, while investments in Secusmart iOS support, FedRAMP High certification for AtHoc and UEM BSI certification are helping stabilize UEM and drive growth in AtHoc and Secusmart.
For the Secure Comm unit, revenues are estimated to be in the band of $66-$70 million. For the QNX business, revenues are expected to be in the range of $60-$64 million for the fiscal first quarter. Licensing & Other revenues are expected to be roughly $6 million. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $14 million and $22 million. QNX segment adjusted EBITDA is estimated at $4-$8 million, while Secure Comm segment adjusted EBITDA is projected at $14-$18 million.
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BlackBerry is driving shareholder returns by prudently allocating capital across its three profitable divisions—QNX, Secure Communications and Licensing—all of which contribute positive adjusted EBITDA. The fiscal first quarter is expected to be a seasonal low for cash flow due to billing and payment timing, but for the first time in three years, BlackBerry anticipates positive operating cash flow of breakeven to $10 million.
Despite the improving trajectory, BB is facing multiple challenges. QNX revenue is still partially tied to automotive manufacturing cycles. Macroeconomic uncertainty, particularly in the automotive sector, is adversely impacting customer buying decisions, with some OEMs delaying projects due to supply chain concerns and tariff-related disruptions. Global production slowdowns or weaker electric vehicle demand could affect licensing revenue. Dependence on government procurement cycles and broader macroeconomic volatility continues to pose risks, especially within the Secure Comm.
Moreover, BB competes with much larger cybersecurity firms, such as CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD - Free Report) and Palo Alto Networks (PANW - Free Report) , that invest billions annually in R&D. To address the constant risk of technological obsolescence, BB needs to invest heavily in R&D, thereby depleting margins.
BB Stock vs. IndustryBB’s shares have gained 109.5% in the past six months, significantly outpacing the Internet Software industry’s fall of 15.7%. The broader Zacks Computer & Technology sector and the S&P 500 composite have registered declines of 18.4% and 8.7%, respectively.
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Blackberry has outperformed its peers (within the cybersecurity space). PANW has gained 52.9%, while CrowdStrike is up 43% over the same time frame.
Valuation After Recent GainsRegarding the price/book ratio, BB is trading at 6.58, higher than the industry’s multiple of 4.39.
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PANW and CrowdStrike are trading at a 12-month price/book multiple of 8.48X and 37.29X, respectively, compared with the Security industry’s multiple of 26.02X.
Investment Outlook: Buy, Hold, or Wait?For long-term investors, BlackBerry appears increasingly attractive. The company now boasts improving profitability, positive cash generation, strong exposure to automotive software, growing cybersecurity demand and expansion into AI-enabled industrial markets. These factors support a stronger long-term investment thesis.
The upcoming fiscal first-quarter earnings report will be an important test of whether BlackBerry's turnaround is sustainable. Strong execution, continued QNX growth and solid guidance could further boost investor confidence. For current shareholders, holding through earnings may be worthwhile if they believe in the company's long-term growth story. For new investors, the report could provide clearer evidence on whether BlackBerry's recent momentum reflects a lasting recovery rather than a short-term rebound.
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To maximize your returns, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. This means picking stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you find yourself looking at stocks with a #3 (Hold) rank, make sure they have Scores of A or B as well to ensure as much upside potential as possible.
Since the Scores were created to work together with the Zacks Rank, the direction of a stock's earnings estimate revisions should be a key factor when choosing which stocks to buy.
A stock with a #4 (Sell) or #5 (Strong Sell) rating, for instance, even one with Scores of A and B, will still have a declining earnings forecast, and a greater chance its share price will fall too.
Thus, the more stocks you own with a #1 or #2 Rank and Scores of A or B, the better.
Stock to Watch: Amgen (AMGN - Free Report) Thousand Oaks, CA-based Amgen is one of the biggest biotech companies in the world, with a strong presence in the oncology, general medicine, inflammation and rare diseases markets. The company used advances in cellular and molecular biology to develop two of the biotech industry’s earliest and most successful drugs, Epogen (anemia) and Neupogen (white blood cell stimulant). Amgen successfully launched two next-generation products, Aranesp and Neulasta. Meanwhile, the acquisition of Immunex Corporation gave Amgen access to the multi-blockbuster drug Enbrel. However, all these older drugs are facing declining sales due to biosimilar or branded competition. Amgen’s key products are Prolia, Xgeva, Repatha, Blincyto, Vectibix, Nplate, Kyprolis, Evenity, Otezla, Aimovig, Lumakras/Lumykras, Tezspire, Imdelltra, Tavneos, Kanjinti, Mvasi and Amgevita biosimilars. However, key drugs, Prolia and Xgeva, lost patent exclusivity in 2026. Multiple biosimilars have been launched globally.
AMGN is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
Momentum investors should take note of this Medical stock. AMGN has a Momentum Style Score of A, and shares are up 5.2% over the past four weeks.
Nine analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.04 to $22.22 per share. AMGN boasts an average earnings surprise of +11.8%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, AMGN should be on investors' short list.
In the latest close session, Amgen (AMGN - Free Report) was down 1.78% at $341.66. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily loss of 1.22%. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 0.98%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 1.35%.
Coming into today, shares of the world's largest biotech drugmaker had gained 5.17% in the past month. In that same time, the Medical sector gained 4.11%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.56%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Amgen in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $5.55, reflecting a 7.81% decrease from the same quarter last year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $9.44 billion, showing a 2.87% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $22.22 per share and revenue of $37.82 billion. These totals would mark changes of +1.74% and +2.92%, respectively, from last year.
Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Amgen. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.02% upward. Amgen is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
From a valuation perspective, Amgen is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 15.65. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 21.05 for its industry.
Meanwhile, AMGN's PEG ratio is currently 3.52. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.48.
The Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry is part of the Medical sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 150, positioning it in the bottom 39% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
Don't forget to use Zacks.com to keep track of all these stock-moving metrics, and others, in the upcoming trading sessions.
Amgen (AMGN - Free Report) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.
Shares of this world's largest biotech drugmaker have returned +0.1% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.4% change. The Zacks Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry, to which Amgen belongs, has gained 1.9% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?
While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.
Earnings Estimate RevisionsHere at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company's future earnings over anything else. That's because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.
Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock's fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.
For the current quarter, Amgen is expected to post earnings of $5.55 per share, indicating a change of -7.8% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $22.26 points to a change of +1.9% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has remained unchanged.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $23.7 indicates a change of +6.5% from what Amgen is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has remained unchanged.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Amgen.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue GrowthEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.
In the case of Amgen, the consensus sales estimate of $9.44 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +2.9%. The $37.82 billion and $38.7 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +2.9% and +2.3%, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryAmgen reported revenues of $8.62 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +5.8%. EPS of $5.15 for the same period compares with $4.9 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.47 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +1.71%. The EPS surprise was +8.88%.
The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. 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.
Amgen 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.
Bottom LineThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Amgen. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Deciding between a pharmaceutical giant and a niche medical innovator depends on your risk tolerance. Amgen (AMGN +0.66%) and NovoCure (NVCR +3.82%) offer vastly different paths to potential growth in 2026.
Amgen is a global leader in drug manufacturing, focusing on large-scale treatments for chronic conditions. NovoCure specializes in proprietary wearable technology to treat various forms of cancer. Comparing them highlights the trade-off between the steady earnings of established healthcare giants and the high-stakes potential of specialized medical technology developers.
The case for AmgenAmgen develops and sells innovative medicines for heart disease, obesity, and cancer. Its revenue is highly concentrated among three pharmaceutical wholesalers: McKesson (MCK +2.56%), Cencora (COR +3.62%), and Cardinal Health (CAH +2.77%). Customer concentration like this adds a layer of risk to the business.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $36.8 billion, representing growth of approximately 10.1% compared to the previous year. The company reported net income of $7.7 billion during this period.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 6.3x. This ratio, which compares total debt to shareholders’ equity, indicates that the company relies heavily on borrowed funds. However, Amgen generated free cash flow of about $8.1 billion in FY 2025.
The case for NovoCureNovoCure uses a direct-to-patient model for its proprietary therapy, a model unique among medical device stocks. This model generates revenue through monthly device fees for devices like Optune Gio, with a focus on patient accessibility and payer reimbursement. By bypassing traditional wholesalers, the company maintains a closer relationship with the patients using its equipment.
In FY 2025, revenue reached approximately $655.4 million, representing growth of about 8.3%. Despite the rising sales, the company reported a net loss of nearly $136.2 million for the year. This reflects the high costs associated with expanding its product reach.
Based on the December 2025 balance sheet, the company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of nearly 0.9x. Free cash flow for FY 2025 was negative $75.7 million, indicating the business’s need for external funding to cover operating costs and capital investments.
Risk profile comparisonAmgen faces pressure from government regulation, particularly the Inflation Reduction Act, which mandates price setting for certain drugs. Ongoing tax disputes with the IRS and a $20.2 million judgment against its subsidiary create additional financial uncertainty. Furthermore, concentrated manufacturing in locations like Puerto Rico leaves the company vulnerable to natural disasters or infrastructure failures.
NovoCure relies heavily on regulatory approvals for new indications and compliance with strict international medical standards. Revenue is also tied to securing coverage from payers like Medicare, where claim denials can force the company to absorb costs. It also faces intense competition from companies developing alternative technologies and the eventual expiration of its own patents through 2041.
Valuation comparisonNovoCure currently trades at lower multiples relative to its sales and future earnings estimates than the larger, more profitable Amgen.
MetricAmgenNovoCureSector BenchmarkForward P/E15.2xN/A24.6xP/S ratio4.9x2.6xn/aSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLV sector ETF.
Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
The Forward P/E ratio compares a stock price to future earnings estimates for the upcoming year. The P/S ratio measures the stock price relative to total annual sales.
Upstart biotech companies are exciting, and NovoCure is a no exception. The company recently got FDA approved for its Optune Pax, to treat patients with advanced localized pancreatic cancer. Its core product, Optune Gio, treats glioblastoma in people 22 or older. Both use alternating electrical fields, called Tumor Treating Fields, or TTF, to disrupt cancer growth and slow disease progression. That’s exciting.
But as a business to invest in NovoCure isn’t as exciting. For one, Wall Street doesn’t anticipate the company generating any free cash flow until fiscal 2028, meaning NovoCure will be under pressure to finance operations until then. While the company has real revenue, with $704 million projected for 2026, it’s not growing as fast as other biotech stocks.
Amgen, meanwhile, certainly isn’t a fast grower. Given its scale, it should be able to work out a roughly 3% revenue rise in 2026 to around $37.8 billion. But size forgives a lot in pharmaceuticals. For one, its billions in net income could allow Amgen to pursue growth in the future by acquiring other drugmakers. The business also has six drug franchises that generate $1 billion-plus in annual revenue. There is real value there.
Given concerns over NovoCure’s funding needs compared to Amgen’s bulk and the fact that the latter pays a nice dividend ($9.80 the past year), Amgen gets the nod.
Key Takeaways Amgen's biosimilar portfolio generated $835 million in Q1 2026 sales, up 14% year over year.New launches like Wezlana and Pavblu are helping offset declines in older biosimilar products.AMGN is advancing biosimilars to Opdivo, Keytruda and Ocrevus to tap major biologic markets. Historically known for its innovative biologic medicines such as Enbrel, Prolia and Repatha, Amgen (AMGN - Free Report) has also emerged as one of the global leaders in biosimilars. The company boasts a strong biosimilars portfolio and the business has become an increasingly important contributor to the company's top-line growth strategy. Its biosimilar portfolio spans oncology, inflammation and rare diseases.
Some of Amgen's older biosimilars — Kanjinti (a biosimilar of Roche’s [(RHHBY - Free Report) ] Herceptin), Mvasi (a biosimilar of Roche’s Avastin), Riabni (a biosimilar to Roche’s Rituxan), Avsola (a biosimilar to J&J’s [(JNJ - Free Report) ] Remicade) and Amjevita/Amgevita (a biosimilar of AbbVie’s Humira) — are seeing slowing/declining sales due to rising competitive pressure.
To combat the impact, Amgen has successfully launched biosimilars of J&J’s Stelara, called Wezlana, AstraZeneca’s (AZN - Free Report) Soliris, called Bekemv, and Regeneron’s Eylea, called Pavblu, in the past couple of years.
In the first quarter of 2026, its biosimilar products generated sales of $835 million, up 14% year over year, including $47 million from Wezlana and $280 million from Pavblu. Since the first launch in 2018, Amgen’s biosimilar drugs have delivered more than $14 billion in sales, significantly contributing to top-line growth and generating meaningful cash flows.
Amgen is also developing biosimilars referencing some of the pharmaceutical industry's largest biologics. Phase III studies are ongoing to evaluate biosimilar versions of Bristol-Myers’ Opdivo (ABP 206), Merck’s Keytruda (ABP 234) and Roche’s Ocrevus (ABP 692). These medicines collectively generate tens of billions of dollars in annual sales globally. As patents on these products expire over the next several years, biosimilars targeting them could create substantial revenue opportunities for Amgen.
Over the next few years, Amgen will face a significant patent-expiration overhang. Its own key branded products, such as Prolia, Xgeva, Enbrel and Otezla, have either already lost exclusivity or are expected to do so within the next few years. Together, these medicines accounted for roughly 30% of Amgen’s 2025 product sales, leaving the company exposed to potential revenue pressure from generic and biosimilar competition as patents expire.
Amgen’s new biosimilar launches will play a key role in mitigating the impact of LOE over the next few years, along with Amgen’s key growth drivers, which include Repatha, Evenity, Tezspire and some oncology and rare disease drugs.
While Amgen's biosimilars may not individually achieve blockbuster status comparable to leading innovative therapies, together they represent a meaningful source of recurring revenues, enhance portfolio diversification and provide access to some of the world's largest biologic markets. Over the long term, the biosimilars business is expected to remain a key pillar of Amgen's strategy, supporting a more diversified, resilient and sustainable growth profile.
AMGN’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesAmgen’s stock has risen 5.3% so far this year compared with an increase of 1.3% for the industry.
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From a valuation standpoint, Amgen is reasonably priced. Going by the price/earnings ratio, the company’s shares currently trade at 15.02 forward earnings, which is lower than 17.05 for the industry. The stock is also trading above its five-year mean of 13.81.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings has risen from $22.21 per share to $22.26 per share for 2026 over the past 60 days. For 2027, the consensus mark for earnings has risen from $23.35 to $23.70 per share over the same timeframe.
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Amgen has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Does the established stability of a pharmaceutical giant outweigh the explosive growth potential of a specialized cancer fighter? Investors choosing between Amgen (AMGN +0.66%) and Iovance Biotherapeutics (IOVA +9.36%) must weigh reliability against innovation.
Amgen offers a massive drug portfolio with deep roots in the medical field. Iovance is a smaller player focused on cutting-edge tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapies. While both operate within the medical space, their financial profiles and maturity levels create very different investment cases for those looking at the year 2026.
The case for AmgenAmgen focuses on discovering and manufacturing medicines for serious diseases across several therapeutic areas. It sells its products globally, reaching customers in more than 50 countries including major markets like Europe and Japan. The company relies heavily on three major pharmaceutical wholesalers, McKesson Corporation, Cencora, and Cardinal Health, which collectively accounted for 77% of its worldwide gross revenues in 2025. Customer concentration like this adds a layer of risk to the business.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $36.7 billion, representing growth of approximately 9.9% compared to the previous year. This revenue performance supported a net income of close to $7.7 billion. The company maintained a net margin of roughly 21.0%, which measures the percentage of revenue remaining as profit after all expenses are paid. This reflects a healthy return on its massive sales volume compared to the prior fiscal year.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio stood at roughly 6.3x. This ratio compares total debt to shareholder equity, indicating the company uses significant leverage to fund its operations. The current ratio, which measures the ability to cover short-term obligations with assets that can be converted to cash within a year, was approximately 1.1x. Free cash flow, or the cash generated after paying for capital investments, was close to $8.1 billion for the year.
Iovance Biotherapeutics is among the emerging biotech stocks focusing on tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies for cancer. Its primary products, Amtagvi and Proleukin, are distributed through a network of Authorized Treatment Centers and pharmaceutical distributors. The company relies on its own internal manufacturing facility, known as the iCTC, to maintain control over its complex production process. Its success depends on the clinical adoption of these novel therapies within the oncology landscape.
During FY 2025, the company reported revenue of approximately $263.5 million, which was a 60.6% increase over the previous year. Despite this rapid growth, the company reported a net loss of nearly $391.0 million. This resulted in a net margin of negative 148.4%, illustrating that the company is still in a heavy spending phase to support its clinical development and commercial launch. This is common for younger biotechnology firms prior to achieving large-scale commercial success.
As of the December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was roughly 0.1x, indicating very low levels of debt relative to equity. Its current ratio was approximately 3.2x, suggesting a strong ability to meet short-term financial commitments with its available liquid assets. Free cash flow was negative at close to $336.2 million for the fiscal year. This negative cash flow means the company is currently using its cash reserves to fund its ongoing operations rather than generating excess cash.
Risk profile comparisonAmgen faces significant risks from government pricing regulations, such as the Inflation Reduction Act, which could mandate price setting and increase rebate obligations. It also deals with manufacturing dependencies, as a substantial portion of its production is centralized in Puerto Rico and California. Furthermore, the company faces accelerating competition from biosimilars and generics, especially as patents for key drugs like Prolia and XGEVA expire. Litigation remains a factor, as seen in recent multi-million dollar settlements and jury verdicts involving patent infringement.
Iovance Biotherapeutics faces risks related to the high complexity of manufacturing individualized TIL therapies, where any process failure could halt its product supply. The company also faces uncertainty regarding market adoption and whether insurance companies will provide adequate reimbursement for its expensive treatment regimens. Clinical development remains a major hurdle, with success dependent on ongoing trials like TILVANCE-301. Regulatory hurdles or safety concerns could limit its commercial prospects, especially as it competes in a field with large players like Novartis.
Valuation comparisonAmgen appears to be the more traditional value play with an established earnings multiple, while Iovance carries a valuation that reflects its early-stage growth profile.
MetricAmgenIovance BiotherapeuticsSector BenchmarkForward P/E15.1xN/A24.6xP/S ratio5.0x5.4xN/ASector benchmark uses the SPDR XLV sector ETF.
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Which stock would I buy in 2026?I'd go with Amgen. Iovance is doing extraordinary work in cancer treatment with its Amtagvi therapy, and the science behind it is compelling. Revenue is growing quickly, and the company is expanding into new cancer indications that could significantly broaden its reach.
But Iovance is still unprofitable, and it recently missed its quarterly revenue targets. The stock sold off sharply as a result. The cash runway extends into 2028, which offers some breathing room, but this is still a company with a lot left to prove. For investors with a higher risk tolerance, it might be worth a closer look, but it's not a comfortable long-term hold for me right now.
Amgen, by contrast, is one of the most dependable names in biotech. Sixteen of its brands are growing at a double-digit rate. It keeps raising its full-year outlook, and it pays a solid dividend along the way. Biosimilar competition is a real headwind, but management is navigating it well. I’m picking the steadier ship here.
PALO ALTO, Calif., June 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Upwork Inc. (NASDAQ: UPWK), the world's human and AI-powered work marketplace, today announced the Upwork Claude Connector, a new app inside Anthropic's Claude that connects businesses with the experts they need the moment a project takes shape.
According to recent Upwork research, 74% of SMBs plan to increase freelancer hiring in the near term, much of it tied to AI-driven growth initiatives. Now the same tools that support the project planning can also help with the hiring, without starting from scratch or losing the context that’s already been built.
“AI is changing how businesses plan and kick off work. But quality outcomes still depend on human expertise,” said Peter Sanborn, chief business officer at Upwork Inc. “Putting Upwork inside Claude closes the gap between where work gets started and the talent that can bring it to life.”
With the Upwork Claude Connector, a user can describe a project and immediately receive a shortlist of recommended talent drawn from the Upwork Marketplace’s more than 18 million professionals, including a global pool of AI-skilled talent, across 130 categories of work. They can also create a job post through the conversation, then continue to Upwork to make the hire — where Uma™, Upwork's AI work agent, helps manage the project to completion.
Claude users can get started with prompts like:
“Start an Upwork job post for a data analyst who can build an AI system that turns our raw customer support transcripts into weekly trend reports.”“Our finance team spends hours on manual reporting every month. Can you help me find an AI automation expert on Upwork who can build a solution to fix that?”“I've drafted this product spec in Claude. Find me a senior engineer who's shipped similar features and can build it.” When Shane Pope, CEO of Reflect Technology, set out to build Remi, an AI-powered mental wellness app, he turned to Upwork to find the AI expertise he needed. The app went from idea to the App Store in four months. “Sometimes you're working through a business problem and you realize you need an expert — and a real person would be 10 times more helpful than AI alone,” said Shane. “Being able to find that person on Upwork right there in the same conversation, without the back-and-forth, just removes the friction that makes you put it off.”
The Claude integration follows the launch of an Upwork app for ChatGPT in April, and is part of Upwork’s growing effort to expand access to expert talent inside the tools where ideas take shape.
All Claude users can get started now by connecting the Upwork app within Claude. Learn more at: upwork.com/claudeapp-support.
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Upwork Inc.’s (Nasdaq: UPWK) family of companies connects businesses with global, AI-enabled talent across every contingent worker classification. This portfolio includes the Upwork Marketplace, which connects businesses with on-demand access to highly skilled talent across the globe, and Lifted, which provides a purpose-built solution for enterprise organizations to source, contract, manage, and pay talent across the full spectrum of contingent work. From Fortune 100 enterprises to entrepreneurs, businesses rely on Upwork Inc. to find and hire expert talent, leverage AI-powered work solutions, and drive business transformation. With access to professionals spanning more than 10,000 skills across AI & machine learning, software development, sales & marketing, customer support, finance & accounting, and more, the Upwork family of companies enables businesses of all sizes to scale, innovate, and transform their workforces for the age of AI and beyond.
Since its founding, Upwork Inc. has facilitated more than $30 billion in total transactions and services as it fulfills its purpose to create opportunity in every era of work. Learn more about the Upwork Marketplace at upwork.com and follow on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X; learn more about Lifted at go-lifted.com and follow on LinkedIn.
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Home sellers gave concessions to buyers in 46.2% of U.S. home sales in May, up from 43.1% a year earlier and the highest share for that month in our records. That's according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. Seller concessions are at a record high for spring because it's a buyer's market, with 47% more home sellers than buyers in the U.S. Mortgage rates and home prices are still historically high, and many would-be homebuyers ar.
NEW YORK, June 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:Z, ZG) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for securities fraud after significant stock drops resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 10, 2026Alleged Misconduct: Securities fraud relating to Zillow’s allegedly anticompetitive agreement with Redfin CorporationLargest Alleged Stock Drop: February 11, 2026 – 16.54% Stock Drop on Class C shares; 17.13% Stock Drop on Class A shares.Court: U.S. District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Investors have until August 10, 2026 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in Zillow Class C and Class A common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. It is captioned Breidert v. Zillow Group, Inc., et al., No. 26-cv-02016.
Why is Zillow Being Sued for Securities Fraud?
On February 6, 2025, Zillow entered into an agreement with Redfin through which Zillow became the exclusive provider of multifamily rental listings on Redfin’s platform and affiliate websites, including Rent.com. According to the complaint, during the relevant period, Zillow characterized the agreement with Redfin as a “partnership” that would provide Zillow exclusive access to Redfin’s advertising platform.
As alleged, in truth, under the terms of the agreement, Zillow paid Redfin $100 million to stop competing with Zillow, facilitate the transition of its multifamily rental advertising business to Zillow, and close the remainder of its business.
Why did Zillow’s Stock Drop?
On September 30, 2025, the FTC filed a complaint against Zillow and Redfin alleging violations of the federal antitrust laws. According to the FTC complaint, “Zillow and Redfin executed an unlawful agreement to remove competition from [the online rental marketplaces industry], starting with a $100 million payment to Redfin to exit the [Internet Listing Services] market.” In sum, the FTC alleged, “[t]his agreement is nothing more than an end run around competition on the merits with Redfin for customers…” This news caused the price of Zillow’s Class C and A common stock to decline 4.33% and 4.5%, respectively.
On February 10, 2026, Zillow’s CFO told investors that Zillow experienced increased legal expenses which “will result in approximately 200 basis points headwind to EBITDA margins in Q1.” On this news, the price of Zillow’s Class C and A common stock declined 16.54%, and 17.13%, respectively.
Finally, on May 7, 2026, Reuters reported that a “federal judge rejected [Zillow and Redfin’s] request to end a [FTC] lawsuit accusing them of illegally agreeing to suppress competition for online apartment rental listings.” This news caused the price of Zillow’s Class C and A common stock to decline 1.9% and 1.76%, respectively.
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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Zillow To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options
If you purchased or acquired Class A or Class C Zillow common stock between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Zillow Group, Inc. ("Zillow" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) and reminds investors of the August 10, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.
James (Josh) Wilson, Faruqi & Faruqi Senior Partner Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com.
As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, Defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Zillow's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.
To learn more about the Zillow class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/Z or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Investors Regarding the Zillow Securities Class Action Lawsuit:
What is the Zillow securities fraud lawsuit about?
The lawsuit alleges Zillow misrepresented its agreement with Redfin as a partnership, understated antitrust and regulatory risks, and downplayed potential legal exposure, making statements about its business and prospects allegedly misleading.
Who may be eligible to participate in the lawsuit?
Investors who purchased or acquired Zillow Class A or Class C common stock (NASDAQ: Z, ZG) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026 may be eligible to participate if they suffered losses related to the alleged misconduct.
What is a lead plaintiff, and how can I seek appointment?
A lead plaintiff represents the interests of the proposed class and helps oversee the litigation. Investors seeking appointment must file a motion with the court by August 10, 2026. Investors can share in any recovery without serving as lead plaintiff.
What should investors do if they purchased Zillow stock during the Class Period?
Investors should review their transaction records, preserve relevant documents, and evaluate their legal options. Those who suffered losses may wish to consult counsel regarding participation in the lawsuit or seeking lead plaintiff status before the deadline.
Why should investors contact Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP?
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP has represented investors in securities litigation for decades and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for shareholders. Investors who purchased Zillow securities during the Class Period may contact the firm to discuss their legal rights, potential claims, and the lead plaintiff process at no cost or obligation.
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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 19, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 10, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Zillow common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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New York, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana--(Newsfile Corp. - June 19, 2026) - Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors with substantial losses that they have until August 10, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) ("Zillow" or the "Company"), if they purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow Class A or Class C common stock between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington.
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What You May Do
If you purchased shares of Zillow as described above and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email ([email protected]), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-zg-z/?prs=nf to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by August 10, 2026.
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About the Lawsuit
Zillow and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) Zillow's agreement with Redfin was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (ii) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (iii) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (iv) as a result, Defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
The case is Breidert v. Zillow Group, Inc., et al., 26-cv-02016.
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About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation's premier boutique securities litigation law firms. This past year, KSF was ranked by SCAS among the top 10 firms nationally based upon total settlement value. KSF serves a variety of clients, including public and private institutional investors, and retail investors, in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, Delaware, California, Louisiana, Chicago, and a representative office in Luxembourg.
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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important August 10, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Zillow common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Zillow’s agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a “partnership,” but rather an acquisition of Redfin’s business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, defendants’ statements about Zillow’s business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827 [email protected]
www.rosenlegal.com
Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 10, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.
So what: If you purchased Zillow common stock during the Class Period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
What to do next: To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Contact Information:
Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827
[email protected]
www.rosenlegal.com
Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 10, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.
So what: If you purchased Zillow common stock during the Class Period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
What to do next: To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Contact Information:
Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827 [email protected]
www.rosenlegal.com
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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Zillow To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options
If you purchased or acquired Class A or Class C Zillow common stock between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).
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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 21, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Zillow Group, Inc. ("Zillow" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) and reminds investors of the August 10, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.
Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com.
As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, Defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Zillow's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.
To learn more about the Zillow class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/Z or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Investors Regarding the Zillow Securities Class Action Lawsuit:
What is the Zillow securities fraud lawsuit about?
The lawsuit alleges Zillow misrepresented its agreement with Redfin as a partnership, understated antitrust and regulatory risks, and downplayed potential legal exposure, making statements about its business and prospects allegedly misleading.
Who may be eligible to participate in the lawsuit?
Investors who purchased or acquired Zillow Class A or Class C common stock (NASDAQ: Z) (NASDAQ: ZG) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026 may be eligible to participate if they suffered losses related to the alleged misconduct.
What is a lead plaintiff, and how can I seek appointment?
A lead plaintiff represents the interests of the proposed class and helps oversee the litigation. Investors seeking appointment must file a motion with the court by August 10, 2026. Investors can share in any recovery without serving as lead plaintiff.
What should investors do if they purchased Zillow stock during the Class Period?
Investors should review their transaction records, preserve relevant documents, and evaluate their legal options. Those who suffered losses may wish to consult counsel regarding participation in the lawsuit or seeking lead plaintiff status before the deadline.
Why should investors contact Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP?
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP has represented investors in securities litigation for decades and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for shareholders. Investors who purchased Zillow securities during the Class Period may contact the firm to discuss their legal rights, potential claims, and the lead plaintiff process at no cost or obligation.
Attorney Advertising. The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP (www.faruqilaw.com). Prior results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome with respect to any future matter. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your particular case. All communications will be treated in a confidential manner.
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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 21, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 10, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Zillow common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm.
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: Z) and certain of its officers.
This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow securities between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm’s site: bgandg.com/Z.
Zillow Case Details
The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:
(1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business;
(2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws;
(3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and
(4) as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
What's Next for Zillow Investors?
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm’s site: bgandg.com/Z or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Zillow you have until August 10, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.
No Cost to Zillow Investors
We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys’ fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.
Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for Zillow Securities Class Action?
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com
"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:Z, ZG) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for securities fraud after significant stock drops resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 10, 2026Alleged Misconduct: Securities fraud relating to Zillow’s allegedly anticompetitive agreement with Redfin CorporationLargest Alleged Stock Drop: February 11, 2026 – 16.54% Stock Drop on Class C shares; 17.13% Stock Drop on Class A shares.Court: U.S. District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Investors have until August 10, 2026 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in Zillow Class C and Class A common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. It is captioned Breidert v. Zillow Group, Inc., et al., No. 26-cv-02016.
Why is Zillow Being Sued for Securities Fraud?
On February 6, 2025, Zillow entered into an agreement with Redfin through which Zillow became the exclusive provider of multifamily rental listings on Redfin’s platform and affiliate websites, including Rent.com. According to the complaint, during the relevant period, Zillow characterized the agreement with Redfin as a “partnership” that would provide Zillow exclusive access to Redfin’s advertising platform.
As alleged, in truth, under the terms of the agreement, Zillow paid Redfin $100 million to stop competing with Zillow, facilitate the transition of its multifamily rental advertising business to Zillow, and close the remainder of its business.
Why did Zillow’s Stock Drop?
On September 30, 2025, the FTC filed a complaint against Zillow and Redfin alleging violations of the federal antitrust laws. According to the FTC complaint, “Zillow and Redfin executed an unlawful agreement to remove competition from [the online rental marketplaces industry], starting with a $100 million payment to Redfin to exit the [Internet Listing Services] market.” In sum, the FTC alleged, “[t]his agreement is nothing more than an end run around competition on the merits with Redfin for customers…” This news caused the price of Zillow’s Class C and A common stock to decline 4.33% and 4.5%, respectively.
On February 10, 2026, Zillow’s CFO told investors that Zillow experienced increased legal expenses which “will result in approximately 200 basis points headwind to EBITDA margins in Q1.” On this news, the price of Zillow’s Class C and A common stock declined 16.54%, and 17.13%, respectively.
Finally, on May 7, 2026, Reuters reported that a “federal judge rejected [Zillow and Redfin’s] request to end a [FTC] lawsuit accusing them of illegally agreeing to suppress competition for online apartment rental listings.” This news caused the price of Zillow’s Class C and A common stock to decline 1.9% and 1.76%, respectively.
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What Can You Do?
If you invested in Zillow, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 22, 2026) - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: Z) and certain of its officers.
This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow securities between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/Z.
Zillow Case Details
The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:
Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.What's Next for Zillow Investors?
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm's site: bgandg.com/Z, or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Zillow you have until August 10, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.
No Cost to Zillow Investors
We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys' fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.
Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for Zillow Securities Class Action?
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com
"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.
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New York, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana--(Newsfile Corp. - June 22, 2026) - Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors with substantial losses that they have until August 10, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) ("Zillow" or the "Company"), if they purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow Class A or Class C common stock between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington.
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What You May Do
If you purchased shares of Zillow as described above and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email ([email protected]), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-zg-z/?prs=nf to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by August 10, 2026.
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About the Lawsuit
Zillow and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) Zillow's agreement with Redfin was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (ii) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (iii) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (iv) as a result, Defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
The case is Breidert v. Zillow Group, Inc., et al., 26-cv-02016.
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About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation's premier boutique securities litigation law firms. This past year, KSF was ranked by SCAS among the top 10 firms nationally based upon total settlement value. KSF serves a variety of clients, including public and private institutional investors, and retail investors, in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, Delaware, California, Louisiana, Chicago, and a representative office in Luxembourg.
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