Camden Property Trust čeká ve 2. čtvrtletí pokles tržeb i core FFO na akcii, protože sezonní náklady převáží zlepšující se výnosy z nájemného a obsazenost. Management navíc čeká core FFO 1,65–1,69 USD na akcii.
Key Takeaways Camden Property enters Q2 with improving occupancy and stronger lease rates as apartment demand recovers.CPT is expected to report lower revenue and core FFO year over year despite moderating new supply.Camden expects seasonal expenses to offset revenue gains, with acquisitions providing limited support. Camden Property Trust (CPT - Free Report) is slated to report second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, after market close. The company’s quarterly results are likely to witness a year-over-year decline in revenues and funds from operations (FFO) per share.
In the last reported quarter, this residential real estate investment trust (REIT) reported FFO per share of $1.70, delivering a surprise of 1.80%. Results reflected higher same-property net operating income (NOI).
In the preceding four quarters, CPT’s FFO per share outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate on all occasions, with the average beat being 1.18%. The graph below depicts this surprise history:
In this article, we will dive deep into the U.S. apartment market environment and the company's fundamentals and analyze the factors that might have contributed to its second-quarter 2026 performance.
US Apartment Market in Q2The U.S. multifamily market entered the second half of 2026 with a clearer recovery taking shape, as strong renter demand and a rapidly shrinking supply pipeline began translating into lower vacancy and improving rent growth.
According to a Cushman & Wakefield report, net absorption reached roughly 124,600 units, up from 83,500 units in the first quarter and 8% above the prior year, making it the fifth-strongest quarter in nearly 25 years. The supply picture also became more favorable. Approximately 88,000 units were delivered during the quarter, down 27% year over year. Around 475,000 units remained under construction at quarter-end, equal to just 3.5% of existing inventory.
Improving demand and slowing supply pushed the national vacancy rate down 35 basis points quarter over quarter to 8.9%, its first move below 9% since 2024. On a trailing four-quarter basis, absorption of approximately 362,000 units exceeded deliveries of about 358,000 units for the first time since early 2022, indicating vacancy is likely to have passed its cyclical peak. The recovery was particularly pronounced in previously overbuilt markets: Austin; Charleston, SC; Savannah, GA; Huntsville, AL; Salt Lake City, UT, and Colorado Springs recorded some of the largest quarterly vacancy declines.
Rent growth remains modest but is beginning to improve. National asking rents reached approximately $1,945 per month, up 1.5% year over year, compared with 1.1% growth in the first quarter. The Bay Area led the recovery, with San Francisco rents rising 13%, San Jose 7% and the East Bay 4.8%. Norfolk, VA; Toledo, OH; Reno, NV, and Boise, ID, also posted strong gains.
High-supply markets remained softer, with rents still declining in Austin and Sarasota, FL, although the pace of those declines moderated as excess supply was absorbed. Overall, the market appears to be shifting from stabilization into an occupancy-led recovery, with broader rent growth likely as the construction pipeline continues to shrink.
Factors at Play for Camden Property and Q2 ProjectionsCamden is expected to have benefited from gradually improving apartment fundamentals as peak leasing season gained momentum and new supply continued to moderate across its Sun Belt markets. April occupancy increased to approximately 95.4% from 95.1% in the first quarter, while blended lease rates improved by about 100 basis points sequentially. Strong resident retention, historically low turnover and renewal offers in the mid-3% range are likely to have supported revenue stability, although seasonal expense pressure, including higher repair and maintenance costs and annual merit increases, may have weighed on same-store NOI and earnings growth.
For the second quarter, management guided to core FFO of $1.65-$1.69 per share, down approximately $0.03 sequentially at the midpoint. The decline is expected to reflect a roughly $0.04 reduction in same-store NOI, as improving revenues are more than offset by seasonal repair and maintenance costs, and annual merit increases, partly cushioned by $0.01 of incremental non-same-store NOI from acquisitions.
For the second quarter, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for CPT’s revenues currently stands at $391.7 million, implying a 1.2% decline from the year-ago reported number.
However, before the second-quarter earnings release, the company’s activities were not adequate to gain analysts’ confidence. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarterly core FFO per share has been revised southward by a cent to $1.67 over the past week, which lies within the guided range and shows a decline of 1.8% year over year.
Here Is What Our Quantitative Model Predicts for CPT:Our proven model does not conclusively predict a surprise in terms of FFO per share for Camden this season. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an FFO beat, which is not the case here.
Camden currently carries a Zacks Rank of 3 and has an Earnings ESP of -0.78%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Stocks That Warrant a LookHere are two stocks from the broader REIT sector — Extra Space Storage (EXR - Free Report) and Highwoods Properties (HIW - Free Report) — you may want to consider, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to report an FFO beat this quarter.
Extra Space Storage is slated to report quarterly numbers on July 28. EXR has an Earnings ESP of +0.39% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Highwoods Properties is slated to report quarterly numbers on July 28. HIW has an Earnings ESP of +0.47% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present.
Note: Anything related to earnings presented in this write-up represents funds from operations (FFO) — a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs.
nVent Electric zakončila 1. čtvrtletí 2026 s rekordním backlogem ve výši 2,6 miliardy USD, taženým poptávkou po AI datových centrech. Firma zároveň zvýšila výhled tržeb na rok 2026 na růst 26–28 %.
Key Takeaways nVent Electric ended Q1 2026 with a record $2.6 billion backlog, driven by strong AI data center demand. NVT is expanding manufacturing capacity to help convert backlog into future revenue growth. nVent Electric raised its 2026 revenue and adjusted EPS guidance on strong order momentum. nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) entered 2026 with a strong order book that could support future revenue growth. The company ended the first quarter of 2026 with a record backlog of $2.6 billion, up in low double digits sequentially. Organic orders increased about 40% year over year, mainly driven by AI data center projects. Even excluding data centers, organic orders grew at a mid-teens rate, showing healthy demand across the broader business.
Management said the backlog gives the company good visibility for the rest of 2026, and most of the backlog extends beyond the next 12 months, providing visibility into 2027. Demand remained strong across liquid cooling, engineered buildings, enclosures, power distribution units, cable management and power connections. The company is also seeing strong demand from a broad customer base, including hyperscalers, neo clouds, multi-tenant operators and distribution partners, which should help support revenue growth over the coming quarters.
nVent Electric is investing heavily to support this demand. NVT plans to spend approximately $130 million on capital expenditures in 2026. A major part of this expansion is the new Blaine, MN, facility, which started production during the first quarter of 2026. Besides Blaine, NVT is expanding manufacturing capacity across several locations for liquid cooling products and engineered building solutions. Most of this investment will support data center products, power utilities and supply chain expansion. These investments should help the company deliver orders and convert its backlog into future revenues.
The strong order book and backlog gave management confidence to raise its full-year outlook. The company now expects 2026 revenue growth in the range of 26-28%, up from its previous guidance of 15-18%. The company now expects 2026 adjusted EPS in the range of $4.45-$4.55, up from its prior guidance of $4.00-$4.15. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 revenues and EPS indicates a year-over-year increase of 28% and 36%, respectively.
How Do Competitors Fare Against NVTnVent Electric competes with companies like Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) and Amphenol Corporation (APH - Free Report) in the electrical equipment and data center markets.
Vertiv continues to benefit from rising data center power and thermal needs as AI deployments drive higher infrastructure density and faster build cycles. Vertiv expects orders to be up year over year in 2026 and continues to cite larger deployments and higher technical complexity that favor providers that can deliver products, systems and services at scale. Capacity additions and backlog conversion are expected to support faster organic growth in the second half of 2026.
Amphenol is seeing sustained demand for high-speed, power and fiber interconnect products, led by AI-related IT datacom programs and supported by diversified industrial applications. APH’s first-quarter 2026 orders were $9.4 billion, with a book-to-bill of 1.24, supporting management’s view of broad-based demand. Further, every end market had book-to-bill above 1, and bookings were broad-based, underscoring the healthy demand across various end markets.
NVT's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of nVent Electric have surged 48.8% year to date against the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry’s decline of 17.7%.
nVent Electric YTD Price Return Performance
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
From a valuation standpoint, nVent Electric trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 4.53X, higher than the industry’s average of 3.76X.
NVT Forward 12-Month P/S Ratio
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) implies year-over-year growth of 36.12% and 23.95%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2026 have been revised upward by a penny over the past 30 days, while the same for 2027 have been revised up by 2 cents over the past seven days.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
nVent Electric currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Solana přilákala čisté přílivy ve výši asi 552,6 milionu USD a předstihla ostatní sítě, zatímco Ethereum a Arbitrum kapitál odčerpávají. Síť zároveň hlásí TVL ve výši 4,9 miliardy USD a 1,7 milionu denních aktivních adres.
Competition for on-chain liquidity continues to intensify. However, ecosystems with greater utility continue to attract more capital.
Recent cross-chain flows show Solana [SOL] attracting roughly $552.6 million in net inflows, outpacing all other competing networks.
Ethereum remains the largest source of outgoing capital, while Arbitrum [ARB], Base, BNB Chain, and Tron [TRX] also direct liquidity toward Solana. These migrations indicate users find value in a network providing multiple use cases versus a single purpose.
Source: X Robinhood Chain may lead tokenized-equity DEX volume, although that advantage remains limited to one niche. In contrast, Solana maintains $4.9 billion in TVL, $16.4 billion in stablecoins, over 1.7 million daily active addresses, and $1.1 billion in DEX volume.
Together, those metrics reinforce stronger network effects and sustained capital attraction.
Can buyers regain control above key resistance? While the Solana ecosystem continues to be attractive for investors, no one in the market has been able to translate this attraction into a breakthrough
After rebounding from $73.23 to nearly $80, profit-taking emerged near the 38.2% Fibonacci level at $79.80, slowing the recovery. Even though sellers were unable to take out the support at $75.52, they did establish a new high and thus prevented the price from revisiting the July lows.
Source: SOL/USD on TradingView This indicates that there is a gradual absorption of selling by the buyer’s side as opposed to aggressive buying. At press time, SOL was trading within a very tight range around $76.46, reflecting a temporary balance between demand and supply.
A close above $77.32 would suggest fresh capital is translating into stronger conviction, whereas losing $75.52 would indicate sellers have regained short-term control.
Consumer spending reinforces Solana’s growth While capital inflows and improving price action point to growing confidence, payment activity suggests that confidence is increasingly translating into real-world usage.
Monthly crypto card top-ups climbed steadily through 2025 before accelerating sharply in 2026, reaching a record $94.32 million in May.
Crypto card top-ups in terms of monthly volumes increased steadily through 2025 prior to an acceleration in growth in 2026. The peak was reached at a record $94.32 million in May.
Although volumes eased after that month, they remained above $70 million, indicating users were continuing to spend on the network and not abandoning it.
KAST still processes most transactions, yet other providers are gradually expanding their share.
Source: X The broader participation helps reduce reliance on one platform and hence strengthens the payment ecosystem.
Most importantly, consumer spending is rising, which indicates Solana’s growth is no longer driven primarily by trading and DeFi. Instead, users are increasingly relying upon the network for daily transactional use, reinforcing broader adoption and supporting long-term demand within the ecosystem.
Waste Connections zvýšila výhled tržeb pro rok 2026 na 10,02–10,05 miliardy USD po silném druhém čtvrtletí. Upravený zisk na akcii činil 1,50 USD a tržby 2,56 miliardy USD.
Key Takeaways Waste Connections beat Q2 estimates as earnings rose 16.3% y/y and revenues climbed 6.4%.Strong pricing offset a 1.9% drop in solid waste volumes and lifted adjusted EBITDA 6.8%.WCN raised its 2026 revenue outlook to $10.02-$10.05B and sees adjusted EBITDA growth to $3.34 billion. Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN - Free Report) reported impressive second-quarter 2026 results, wherein earnings and revenues outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimates.
The stock price has not witnessed any significant impact of the earnings beat since the company released results on July 22.
WCN reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $1.50 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.35 by 11.1%. Earnings increased 16.3% from $1.29 in the year-ago quarter.
Revenues of $2.56 billion surpassed the consensus estimate of $2.53 billion by 1.1% and rose 6.4% year over year. Strong pricing and operational execution supported the results, although solid waste unit volumes declined 1.9%.
Waste Connections shares have moved up 3.9% in the past three months, beating the industry's 2.7% increase and the Zacks S&P 500 composite’s 3.2% rally.
WCN's Solid Waste TrendsSolid waste internal growth was 3.6% in the quarter. Core price increased 5.6%, while yield, which reflects the average price per unit of service after customer and business-mix changes, improved 4.6%. Fuel and material surcharges contributed 1.1%.
Unit volumes fell 1.9%, reflecting sluggish construction activity and customer churn related partly to fuel surcharges. Roll-off pulls declined 2%, while rates per pull rose 5%. Landfill tons were nearly flat, as a 1% increase in construction and demolition volumes offset weaker special waste activity.
Waste Connections' Segmental RevenuesSolid Waste Collection revenues increased 5.8% year over year to $1.78 billion. Solid Waste Disposal and Transfer revenues advanced 5.1% to $464.3 million. These businesses benefited from pricing, while softer volumes limited organic growth.
Solid Waste Recycling revenues declined 8.1% to $61.4 million due to lower commodity values. E&P Waste Treatment, Recovery and Disposal revenues surged 18.3% to $201 million. Intermodal and Other revenues rose 18.3% to $51.3 million.
WCN's Margin & Cost PictureAdjusted EBITDA increased 6.8% year over year to $840.1 million. The adjusted EBITDA margin expanded 10 basis points to 32.8%. Underlying margin expansion was 70 basis points, driven partly by improved employee retention, safety performance and lower risk-management costs.
Fuel costs reduced the margin by approximately 40 basis points, while lower commodity values created a 20-basis-point drag. Management expects full-year core pricing of at least 5.5% and anticipates recovering elevated fuel expenses over time through surcharges.
Operating expenses increased 6.2% to $1.48 billion. Selling, general and administrative expenses rose 7.2% to $260.5 million. Reported operating income declined 4.8% to $437.6 million, reflecting $58.5 million in impairments and other operating items.
Waste Connections' Cash Flow & Balance SheetNet cash provided by operating activities totaled $733.3 million in the quarter compared with $638.2 million a year earlier. The adjusted free cash flow increased 24.7% to $457.5 million, representing 17.9% of revenues.
For the first six months of 2026, capital expenditure was $598.9 million. WCN also spent $614.5 million in share repurchases and $177.1 million in dividends. The company ended June with $98.2 million in cash and equivalents, and $9.28 billion in long-term debt.
Waste Connections' Growth InvestmentsThe company completed acquisitions representing approximately $100 million in annualized revenues during the first half. Another $30 million of exclusive-market franchise transactions was expected to close shortly, while management continued to anticipate an above-average acquisition year.
WCN’s artificial intelligence pricing tool has generated roughly $20 million in annualized EBITDA benefits. Management is also testing AI-based routing technology and developing customer-service tools. Across seven programs, Waste Connections expects its $100-million AI investment to ultimately produce $100 million in EBITDA improvement as implementation progresses through 2028 and 2029.
WCN’s 2026 OutlookWaste Connections raised its 2026 revenue outlook to $10.02-$10.05 billion. The Zacks Consensus Estimate is pinned at $10 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is projected between $3.33 billion and $3.34 billion, implying a margin of 33.2% to 33.3%.
The company maintained its adjusted free cash flow forecast of $1.4 billion to $1.45 billion, and capital expenditure projection of $1.25 billion. The outlook excludes acquisitions that may close during the remainder of the year.
WCN carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Earnings SnapshotEquifax Inc. (EFX - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $2.25 per share, up 12.5% year over year. The figure beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.21 by 1.8%.
Revenues increased 10.6% year over year to $1.7 billion and surpassed the consensus mark by a slight margin.
FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS - Free Report) posted third-quarter fiscal 2026 adjusted earnings of $4.53 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.44 by 2%. The figure increased 6.1% from the year-ago quarter.
Revenues of $622.9 million surpassed the consensus mark of $617.2 million by 0.9% and rose 6.4% year over year.
Waste Connections uvádí, že jeho nástroj pro cenotvorbu s využitím AI už přinesl asi 20 milionů USD v anualizovaném přínosu pro EBITDA. Firma zároveň plánuje investovat 100 milionů USD do sedmi programů s využitím AI s cílem zlepšit EBITDA o 100 milionů USD.
Key Takeaways Waste Connections' AI pricing tool has delivered about $20 million in annualized EBITDA benefits.WCN plans to invest $100 million across seven AI programs targeting $100 million in EBITDA improvement.Routing and customer-service tools need wider rollout, with implementation extending through 2028 and 2029. Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN - Free Report) is putting artificial intelligence to work in pricing, routing and customer service.
The investment case rests on whether these tools can move from pilots and early savings to recurring margin support, especially when labor availability, fuel costs and weaker commodity values can pressure waste-services profitability.
WCN Turns AI Pricing Into Measurable BenefitsWCN’s artificial intelligence pricing tool has already generated roughly $20 million in annualized EBITDA benefits. That is the clearest proof point in the company’s technology program because it has moved beyond planning and into measurable earnings contribution.
The pricing tool can help the company make better customer-level decisions. In a business where route density, contract structure and service mix affect profitability, data-driven pricing can strengthen yield and reduce revenue leakage.
Waste Connections Tests Smarter Route PlanningWaste Connections is also testing AI-based routing technology. The opportunity is straightforward. More efficient routes can reduce unnecessary miles, better match labor hours to service needs and improve collection productivity.
The program remains in development, so investors should avoid assigning full value to routing savings too early. WM (WM - Free Report) , formerly known as Waste Management, is North America’s leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions, making operating efficiency a central issue across the industry.
WCN Builds a Broader AI Investment PlatformThe AI effort is larger than one pricing application. Across seven programs, WCN expects a planned $100 million AI investment to ultimately produce $100 million in EBITDA improvement.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
The timing matters. Implementation is expected to progress through 2028 and 2029, which means the earnings impact should be judged over several years rather than a single quarter.
Waste Connections Links Tech to Workforce GainsWCN’s technology push fits a broader operating culture built around safety, retention and local execution. The company has said it invests in technology to support leaders’ safety efforts and uses onboard event recording to identify risky behavior and reinforce best practices.
That operating discipline has produced tangible workforce-related gains. In 2025, Waste Connections reported a 13% reduction in incident rates and a 17% decline in voluntary turnover compared with the prior year. AI is best viewed as a productivity layer on top of that system, not a stand-alone growth engine.
WCN Must Prove Returns Across the BusinessThe risk is that planned savings arrive unevenly. Pricing benefits are already visible, but routing and customer-service tools still need broader deployment before they can be treated as dependable margin drivers.
The macro backdrop also matters. Management cited rapidly spiking fuel and related costs, along with ongoing drags from comparatively lower commodity values, even as adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 32.8% in the second quarter. Republic Services, Inc. (RSG - Free Report) is another large environmental-services peer, so investors can compare how leading operators translate technology spending into margin durability.
Waste Connections Signals Favor the TrendThe bottom line is that WCN’s AI strategy has credible early evidence, but the full return case depends on execution through 2028 and 2029. Investors should track realized EBITDA gains, not just planned savings.
WCN also has a Momentum Score of A, Growth Score of B and VGM Score of B, which point to favorable momentum and growth characteristics. Still, the Value Score of C suggests valuation is less supportive, and some expected efficiency benefit may already be reflected in the stock.
WCN carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Apple čeká za čtvrtletí zisk 1,88 USD na akcii a tržby 108,75 miliardy USD, což by znamenalo meziroční růst 19,8 % a 15,6 %. Odhady EPS za posledních 30 dní vzrostly o 0,3 %.
In its upcoming report, Apple (AAPL - Free Report) is predicted by Wall Street analysts to post quarterly earnings of $1.88 per share, reflecting an increase of 19.8% compared to the same period last year. Revenues are forecasted to be $108.75 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 15.6%.
Over the last 30 days, there has been an upward revision of 0.3% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter, leading to its current level. This signifies the covering analysts' collective reconsideration of their initial forecasts over the course of this timeframe.
Prior to a company's earnings announcement, it is crucial to consider revisions to earnings estimates. This serves as a significant indicator for predicting potential investor actions regarding the stock. Empirical research has consistently demonstrated a robust correlation between trends in earnings estimate revision and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While investors usually depend on consensus earnings and revenue estimates to assess the business performance for the quarter, delving into analysts' forecasts for certain key metrics often provides a more comprehensive understanding.
That said, let's delve into the average estimates of some Apple metrics that Wall Street analysts commonly model and monitor.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net Sales by Category- Wearables, Home and Accessories' will likely reach $7.81 billion. The estimate points to a change of +5.4% from the year-ago quarter.
Analysts forecast 'Net Sales by Category- iPhone' to reach $53.97 billion. The estimate indicates a change of +21.1% from the prior-year quarter.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Net Sales- Services' at $31.38 billion. The estimate suggests a change of +14.5% year over year.
The consensus estimate for 'Net Sales by Category- Mac' stands at $8.67 billion. The estimate points to a change of +7.8% from the year-ago quarter.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Net Sales- Products' will reach $77.36 billion. The estimate points to a change of +16.1% from the year-ago quarter.
Analysts predict that the 'Net Sales by Category- iPad' will reach $6.92 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +5.1%.
Analysts expect 'Gross margin- Services' to come in at $24.04 billion. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $20.73 billion in the same quarter last year.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Gross margin- Products' should arrive at $28.09 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $22.99 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Cost of Sales- Services' should come in at $7.35 billion.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Cost of Sales- Products' of $49.31 billion.
View all Key Company Metrics for Apple here>>>
Apple shares have witnessed a change of +17.4% in the past month, in contrast to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.8% move. With a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), AAPL is expected closely follow the overall market performance in the near term. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Have you evaluated the performance of Alphabet's (GOOGL - Free Report) international operations during the quarter that concluded in June 2026? Considering the extensive worldwide presence of this internet search leader, analyzing the patterns in international revenues is crucial for understanding its financial resilience and potential for growth.
In the modern, closely-knit global economic landscape, the capacity of a business to access foreign markets is often a key determinant of its financial well-being and growth path. Investors now place great importance on grasping the extent of a company's dependence on international markets, as it sheds light on the firm's earnings stability, its skill in leveraging various economic cycles and its broad growth potential.
Being present in international markets serves as a counterbalance to domestic economic challenges while offering chances to engage with more rapidly evolving economies. However, this kind of diversification introduces challenges like currency fluctuations, geopolitical uncertainties and varying market trends.
While delving into GOOGL's performance for the past quarter, we observed some fascinating trends in the revenue from its foreign segments that are commonly modeled and observed by analysts on Wall Street.
For the quarter, the company's total revenue amounted to $103.62 billion, experiencing an increase of 26.8% year over year. Next, we'll explore the breakdown of GOOGL's international revenue to understand the importance of its overseas business operations.
A Dive into GOOGL's International Revenue TrendsDuring the quarter, APAC contributed $19.32 billion in revenue, making up 18.6% of the total revenue. When compared to the consensus estimate of $20.54 billion, this meant a surprise of -5.95%. Looking back, APAC contributed $18.29 billion, or 19.3%, in the previous quarter, and $16.48 billion, or 20.2%, in the same quarter of the previous year.
Other Americas (Canada and Latin America) accounted for 6.8% of the company's total revenue during the quarter, translating to $7.03 billion. Revenues from this region represented a surprise of +1.35%, with Wall Street analysts collectively expecting $6.93 billion. When compared to the preceding quarter and the same quarter in the previous year, Other Americas (Canada and Latin America) contributed $6.35 billion (6.7%) and $5.74 billion (7%) to the total revenue, respectively.
Of the total revenue, $32.5 billion came from EMEA during the last fiscal quarter, accounting for 31.4%. This represented a surprise of -2.66% as analysts had expected the region to contribute $33.39 billion to the total revenue. In comparison, the region contributed $31.47 billion, or 33.2%, and $28.26 billion, or 34.6%, to total revenue in the previous and year-ago quarters, respectively.
International Market Revenue ProjectionsWall Street analysts expect Alphabet to report a total revenue of $110.32 billion in the current fiscal quarter, which suggests an increase of 26.1% from the prior-year quarter. Revenue shares from APAC, Other Americas (Canada and Latin America) and EMEA are predicted to be 20%, 6.5%, and 31.5%, corresponding to amounts of $22.01 billion, $7.12 billion, and $34.79 billion, respectively.
For the entire year, the company's total revenue is forecasted to be $430.67 billion, which is an improvement of 25.6% from the previous year. The revenue contributions from different regions are expected as follows: APAC will contribute 19.5% ($83.85 billion), Other Americas (Canada and Latin America) 6.6% ($28.5 billion) and EMEA 32.1% ($138.27 billion) to the total revenue.
Final ThoughtsRelying on international markets for revenues, Alphabet faces both prospects and perils. Thus, tracking the company's international revenue trends is essential for accurately projecting its future trajectory.
With the increasing intricacies of global interdependence and geopolitical strife, Wall Street analysts meticulously observe these patterns, especially for companies with an international footprint, to tweak their forecasts of earnings. Importantly, several additional factors, such as a company's domestic market status, also impact these earnings forecasts.
We at Zacks strongly focus on the dynamic earnings forecast of companies, given that empirical studies have demonstrated its potent impact on the immediate price movement of stocks. Invariably, there's a positive relationship -- upward earnings predictions often result in an increase in stock prices.
Our proprietary stock rating tool, the Zacks Rank, with its externally validated exceptional track record, harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions to serve as a dependable measure for anticipating the short-term price trends of stocks.
At present, Alphabet holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). This ranking implies that its near-term performance might beat the overall market movement. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Assessing Alphabet's Stock Price Movement in Recent TimesOver the past month, the stock has lost 5.2% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's 0.8% increase. The Zacks Computer and Technology sector, of which Alphabet is a part, has declined 4.2% over the same period. The company's shares have declined 17.1% over the past three months compared to the S&P 500's 3.8% increase. Over the same period, the sector has risen 0.9%
Alphabet ve 2. čtvrtletí překonal očekávání: EPS 9,11 USD, tržby 119,796 miliardy USD a Google Cloud vzrostl o 82 %. Tesla naopak minula odhady EPS o 38,51 % a provozní marže se propadla.
Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL | GOOGL Price Prediction) and Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) both reported Q2 results on July 22, 2026, and both got sold. Only one earned it. Google crushed estimates with Cloud accelerating to 82% growth. Tesla missed EPS by nearly 38.51% as operating margin collapsed. Same market reaction, opposite fundamentals.
One Beat Was Historic. The Other Miss Was Ugly. Alphabet posted EPS of $9.11 against a $3.0427 estimate, its 11th straight beat. Revenue hit $119.796 billion, up 24.23% YoY. Google Cloud jumped to $24.768 billion on enterprise AI demand. Sundar Pichai noted that “nearly 90% of the Fortune 100” now use Gemini Enterprise. Operating margin expanded to 34%. That is a high-margin cash engine widening its moat.
Tesla told a different story. EPS came in at $0.33 versus a $0.5367 estimate. Deliveries were a record 480,126 vehicles, yet operating income fell to just $398 million, a 56.88% drop. CFO Vaibhav Taneja said automotive margins excluding credits “declined sequentially from 19.2% to 16.3%”. Volume grew. Profit did not follow.
Business Driver Alphabet Tesla Headline Growth Engine Cloud +82% YoY Deliveries +25% YoY Operating Margin 34%, +2 pts 1.4%, compressed EPS Surprise +199.41% -38.51% Same Cash Drain, Very Different Reasons Both printed negative free cash flow, and that is where the market conflated them. Alphabet reported FCF of -$5.855 billion because CapEx doubled to $44.924 billion. Operating cash flow still grew 40.8% to $39.069 billion. The drain is a choice, funded by a machine that already prints cash.
Tesla’s -$1.092 billion in FCF is a squeeze. OpEx jumped 47% to $4.35 billion, CapEx rose 141.81%, and the core auto business is delivering thinner unit economics. Elon Musk framed it as “the best CapEx returns that we’ve ever seen”. The market disagreed. TSLA dropped 16.30% in two days, while GOOGL fell 6.53%. One drop looks like an overreaction. The other looks like a repricing.
What I’m Watching Into the Back Half For Alphabet, the question is whether Cloud can hold this trajectory to justify the $70 billion capital raise and the suspended buyback. A retail thread on r/stocks captured the concern plainly: “How do they plan to fund $180-190B in capex?” For Tesla, I want to see automotive ASPs stabilize before Cybercab and Optimus start pulling meaningful weight.
Why I Lean Alphabet Until Tesla’s Margins Recover On the fundamentals, Alphabet looks structurally stronger here. A high-margin business choosing to spend aggressively differs fundamentally from a low-margin business forced to. Tesla’s punishment fits the earnings report. If you are a turnaround investor who believes Robotaxi and Optimus reroute the P&L, TSLA at -30.39% YTD reflects that thesis. The cash engine funding its own moat carries a cleaner risk profile today.
Act now: the analyst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Google didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Safe Superintelligence uzavřela dlouhodobé partnerství s Nvidií, které jí dá přístup k platformě Vera Rubin a výrazně zvýší výpočetní kapacitu pro výzkum AI.
After two years in stealth, Safe Superintelligence, the AI lab founded by former OpenAI co-founder and alignment lead Ilya Sutskever, has announced a long-term partnership with Nvidia as it prepares to scale to its next phase.
The deal, which includes an undisclosed investment, will give Safe Superintelligence (SSI) access to Nvidia’s Vera Rubin GPU platform, which is expected to increase the startup’s compute resources “by an order of magnitude.” The partnership comes as SSI has achieved significant research milestones, per Nvidia.
Nvidia’s investment stretches into multiple billions, a source familiar with the deal told TechCrunch.
Already an investor in SSI, the chipmaking giant said it signed this compute partnership to “accelerate SSI’s next stage of growth after obtaining rare access into the company’s closely guarded research.”
“We have research that is worthy of scaling up, and having access to a big NVIDIA computer will let us do so,” Sutskever said in a statement. “We are confident that our big bet on the Vera Rubin platform will take us to the next level.
The partnership news, while sparse in details, brings SSI back into the spotlight after a quiet two years since it was founded. The company is pursuing a “straight shot” research approach to building what it says is a safe, aligned artificial superintelligence, without getting distracted by commercial product releases or short-term revenue cycles.
At a time when commercial pressures to move fast could encourage AI labs to lower their bar for safety, SSI’s approach to developing foundational techniques focused on alignment and true general reasoning feels poignant. That’s especially true in light of OpenAI’s recent disclosure that one of its advanced models broke out of its sandbox to hack into Hugging Face during testing — sparking concerns about whether it’s even possible to ensure AI alignment before new, increasingly capable models are released.
According to Nvidia, the two companies will also collaborate on advancing Nvidia’s current and future compute platforms, relying on SSI’s tech and “unique insights into the future of AI.” (SSI also partnered last year with Google Cloud to power its research.)
Sutskever is a pioneer in the field of AI. He co-authored and co-created AlexNet alongside Alex Krizhevsky and Geoffrey Hinton, proving that GPU scaling and deep neural networks can work. That work has largely been credited for setting the groundwork for today’s generative AI.
Prior to leading SSI, Sutskever headed the now-defunct Superalignment team at OpenAI. He left OpenAI months after a failed attempt to oust OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, following what Sutskever referred to as a “breakdown in communications.”
SSI has raised $7 billion to date, and is valued at $32 billion post-money, according to PitchBook data. Aside from Nvidia, the firm’s backers included Andreessen Horowitz, Alphabet, Lightspeed Venture Partners, GV, Sequoia Capital Partners, and others.
TechCrunch has reached out to SSI and Nvidia for more information.
When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This doesn’t affect our editorial independence.
Rebecca Bellan is a senior reporter at TechCrunch where she covers the business, policy, and emerging trends shaping artificial intelligence. Her work has also appeared in Forbes, Bloomberg, The Atlantic, The Daily Beast, and other publications.
You can contact or verify outreach from Rebecca by emailing [email protected] or via encrypted message at rebeccabellan.491 on Signal.
Bank of America ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšila EPS meziročně o 34,4 % díky rekordnímu čistému úrokovému výnosu a silným tržbám z tradingu i investičního bankovnictví. Zároveň potvrdila výhled růstu NII pro rok 2026.
Key Takeaways Bank of America delivered strong EPS growth, fueled by record NII, and strong trading and IB revenues.BAC recorded its 17th straight quarter of trading revenue growth and a 50.5% rise in IB fees.BAC reaffirmed its 2026 NII growth expectations and returned capital through dividends and buybacks. Bank of America (BAC - Free Report) delivered a strong second-quarter 2026 performance, underscoring the resilience of its diversified business model despite an uncertain macroeconomic environment. The bank reported 34.4% year-over-year earnings per share growth, driven by record net interest income (NII), robust trading and investment banking (IB) revenues, healthy loan growth, and resilient credit quality.
This quarter marked the 17th consecutive quarter of growth in trading revenues. Sales and trading revenues (excluding net DVA) increased 33% year over year to $7.16 billion. IB fees soared 50.5% to $1.15 billion, reflecting strong advisory and capital markets activity. Likewise, NII (fully taxable-equivalent basis) rose 9.1% to a record $16.16 billion, highlighting the strength of the bank’s core lending franchise.
The results also showcased the benefits of Bank of America’s long-term strategic investments. The company maintained a robust balance sheet, continued to reward shareholders through higher dividends and share repurchases, and reaffirmed its expectation for sustained NII growth in 2026.
Strength across its Consumer Banking, Global Banking, Global Markets, and Global Wealth & Investment Management segments further demonstrates the bank’s ability to generate balanced earnings from multiple businesses rather than relying on a single revenue source.
Given these strong operating trends, Bank of America appears well-positioned to create shareholder value. However, before making an investment decision, it is important to evaluate the company’s underlying fundamentals and growth drivers to determine whether the stock remains an attractive investment opportunity.
Key Factors Supporting Bank of AmericaRobust Top-Line Growth: Bank of America has been witnessing an increase in revenues over the past several years. Total net revenues witnessed a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% over the last five years (2020-2025), with the uptrend continuing in the first half of 2026.
Revenue Trend
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
The rise has been driven by consistent loan growth (net loans and leases saw a CAGR of 5.2% over the same time frame) and a favorable interest rate backdrop, along with a decent rise in fee income (total non-interest income witnessed a CAGR of 4.7%).
Despite declines in interest rates in 2024 and 2025, the company’s NII saw a CAGR of 6.7% in the five years ended 2025, primarily supported by increasing loan balances. The uptrend for NII has continued in the first six months of 2026.
With interest rates expected to remain elevated and the possibility of a rate hike later in the year, along with a continued rise in loan balances and fixed-rate asset repricing, BAC’s NII is expected to continue to improve in the near term. Management expects full-year 2026 NII (FTE) to grow in the upper end of 6-8%. This, coupled with fee income growth, will likely keep supporting revenue expansion.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BAC’s 2026 and 2027 revenues is pegged at $123.5 billion and $129.9 billion, which indicates year-over-year growth rates of 12% and 5.1%, respectively.
Revenue Growth Estimates
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Strong Recovery in Investment Banking Franchise: Bank of America’s IB business has regained strong momentum following the industry-wide slowdown in global deal-making during 2022-2023.
After IB fees declined 45.7% in 2022 and 2.4% in 2023, the franchise rebounded with 31.4% growth in 2024 and an 8.4% increase in 2025. The recovery accelerated in the first half of 2026, with IB fees rising 36.4% year over year, driven by a 61% surge in advisory revenues, a 52.8% increase in equity underwriting fees and a 10.9% rise in debt underwriting income.
With corporate confidence gradually improving, capital markets reopening and Bank of America maintaining a robust investment banking pipeline, the company is well-positioned to sustain fee income growth and further diversify earnings beyond its traditional lending business.
Integration of Artificial Intelligence With Branch Expansion: Bank of America is integrating AI with its branch expansion strategy by building a “phygital” banking model that combines AI-driven digital capabilities with modern, tech-enabled financial centers. While the bank plans to open more than 150 new centers by 2027, AI tools like Erica, fraud-detection systems and automated workflows are increasingly handling routine transactions and customer interactions.
This allows branch employees to focus on higher-value advisory services and cross-selling products such as mortgages, auto loans and credit cards. The strategy is expected to improve operating efficiency, lower costs, enhance customer engagement, and drive stronger fee income and NII growth over the long term, ultimately supporting sustained operating margin expansion.
Strong Balance Sheet & Liquidity Position: As of June 30, 2026, Bank of America had total debt worth $732.1 billion. Its cash and cash-equivalents balance was $229.7 billion. Despite a high debt burden, the company’s liquidity position seems sufficient to meet near-term obligations since BAC has easy access to the debt markets, given its investment-grade long-term credit ratings of A1, A- and AA- from Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings, respectively, along with a stable outlook.
The company has an efficient capital distribution plan, supported by its earnings strength, through which it keeps enhancing shareholder value. After clearing the 2026 stress test, Bank of America raised its quarterly dividend 14.3% to 32 cents per share. Prior to this, it increased its dividend 7.7% in 2025, 8.3% in 2024, 9.1% in 2023, 4.8% in 2022 and 17% in 2021.
Also, BAC engages in regular share repurchases. In July 2025, it authorized a $40-billion repurchase program. As of June 30, 2026, $17 billion worth of authorization remained available for repurchase.
Analyzing Bank of America’s Price Performance & ValuationSo far this year, shares of Bank of America have gained 12.8%, outperforming the S&P 500 Index’s 7.5% rally and the industry’s 10.4% growth.
If we look at BAC’s two key peers, JPMorgan (JPM - Free Report) and Citigroup (C - Free Report) , it appears that while BAC has outperformed JPM year to date, it has underperformed Citigroup.
Shares of JPMorgan have gained 9.6%, whereas the Citigroup stock has appreciated 13.3%.
YTD Price Performance
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Looking at Bank of America’s valuation, the stock is currently trading at a 12-month trailing price-to-tangible book (P/TB) of 2.19X, which is below the industry’s 3.40X. This shows that BAC is currently trading at a discount relative to the industry average.
P/TB Ratio (TTM)
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
JPMorgan has a P/TB of 3.29X, while Citigroup’s P/TB ratio is 1.34X. Thus, currently, BAC is overvalued compared with Citigroup but undervalued compared with JPMorgan.
Final Verdict on Bank of AmericaBAC has a strong fundamental positioning, driven by scalable AI capabilities, data advantage from its vast customer base and a well-executed strategy that blends digital efficiency with targeted branch expansion. With continued investments in technology and a disciplined expansion approach, the company will likely deliver steady margin expansion and long-term value creation.
In addition to this, BAC’s diversified revenue base across consumer banking, wealth management and institutional operations provides resilience across economic cycles. The bank continues to benefit from a large, low-cost deposit franchise, improving NII and disciplined cost management, all of which are expected to support steady profitability. Looking at these positives, it seems to be a wise idea to add the BAC stock to your portfolio now.
Analysts also seem optimistic regarding the company’s earnings growth potential. Over the past seven days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for BAC’s 2026 and 2027 earnings has been revised upward. Earnings estimates for 2026 suggest a year-over-year rise of 22.1% and the estimates for 2027 indicate growth of 12.6%.
Earnings Estimate Revision
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
At present, Bank of America carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Walmart v USA zvýšil srovnatelné tržby o 4,1 % díky ziskům podílu mezi domácnostmi s vyššími příjmy. E-commerce vzrostl o 26 % a marketplace čisté tržby téměř o 50 %.
Key Takeaways Walmart U.S. comparable sales rose 4.1%, led by share gains among upper-income households. E-commerce sales climbed 26%, while store-fulfilled delivery grew about 45%. Marketplace net sales jumped nearly 50% as broader assortments attracted higher-income shoppers. Walmart Inc. (WMT - Free Report) is broadening its appeal beyond value-focused consumers as higher-income households respond to its mix of low prices, convenience and wider product selection. The sustainability of these gains will depend on whether those shoppers continue using Walmart across more categories and shopping occasions.
The first quarter of fiscal 2027 showed further progress. Walmart U.S. recorded broad-based share gains across categories and income tiers, led by upper-income households. Comparable sales rose 4.1%, driven by a 3% increase in transactions and a 1.1% rise in the average ticket.
Digital convenience is supporting that engagement. Walmart U.S. e-commerce sales advanced 26%, while store-fulfilled delivery grew about 45%. Nearly 36% of store-fulfilled orders were delivered in less than three hours, and Walmart can now reach about 60% of the U.S. population within 30 minutes.
A broader assortment is also helping attract higher-income customers. U.S. marketplace net sales increased nearly 50%, aided by greater engagement from higher-income households. Fashion posted its strongest share growth in five years, while expanded offerings supported results in patio and garden, sporting goods, furniture and toys.
While higher tax refunds may have supported some general merchandise demand during the quarter, Walmart’s combination of value, delivery speed and assortment breadth gives it several ways to stay relevant to higher-income shoppers. Sustained transaction growth and continued strength in marketplace and general merchandise would indicate that these customers are becoming a more consistent part of Walmart’s business.
What Do the Latest Metrics Say About Walmart?Walmart, which competes with Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST - Free Report) and Target Corporation (TGT - Free Report) , has seen its shares rally 12.2% over the past year compared with the industry’s 10.1% growth. Shares of Costco have climbed 0.3%, while Target has gained 28.5% in the aforementioned period.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
From a valuation standpoint, Walmart's forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio stands at 35.6, higher than the industry’s 32.49. The company is trading at a premium to Target (with a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 15.88) while trading at a discount to Costco (41.93).
Bowen Hanes & Co. Inc. lowered its position in JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM – Free Report) by 0.6% in the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 275,470 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 1,749 shares during the quarter. JPMorgan Chase & Co. comprises about 2.0% of Bowen Hanes & Co. Inc.’s holdings, making the stock its 14th biggest holding. Bowen Hanes & Co. Inc.’s holdings in JPMorgan Chase & Co. were worth $81,032,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Fidelis Capital Partners LLC lifted its stake in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. by 7.9% in the 4th quarter. Fidelis Capital Partners LLC now owns 70,077 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $22,580,000 after purchasing an additional 5,101 shares during the last quarter. Howard Capital Management Inc. grew its holdings in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. by 18.2% during the 4th quarter. Howard Capital Management Inc. now owns 25,784 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $8,308,000 after purchasing an additional 3,976 shares during the period. Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. grew its holdings in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. by 51.7% during the 4th quarter. Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 8,883 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $2,862,000 after purchasing an additional 3,027 shares during the period. Brighton Jones LLC increased its position in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. by 11.0% during the 4th quarter. Brighton Jones LLC now owns 48,732 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $11,682,000 after purchasing an additional 4,841 shares during the last quarter. Finally, KTF Investments LLC acquired a new stake in shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. during the 4th quarter worth about $6,449,000. 71.55% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of research firms have commented on JPM. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft raised shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $375.00 target price on the stock in a research report on Wednesday. Barclays boosted their price target on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $391.00 to $420.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. DZ Bank restated a “neutral” rating on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. in a report on Wednesday, April 15th. Argus increased their price objective on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $340.00 to $355.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, April 15th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada lifted their target price on shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $330.00 to $370.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Wednesday, July 15th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have issued a Buy rating and eleven have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $358.67.
Check Out Our Latest Research Report on JPMorgan Chase & Co.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. News Summary Here are the key news stories impacting JPMorgan Chase & Co. this week:
Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan continues to draw favorable analyst attention, with multiple reports saying it remains a strong long-term and momentum pick for investors. Wall Street Analysts Think JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) Is a Good Investment: Is It? Positive Sentiment: Recent commentary highlighted JPMorgan’s earnings strength and AI-related growth themes in banking, which supports the view that the company can keep outperforming peers. JPMorgan Sees AI-Powered Growth For Banks; Stock Pops Into Buy Zone After Earnings Growth Positive Sentiment: JPMorgan was also cited as a top momentum candidate and long-term stock pick by Zacks, adding to the bullish sentiment around the shares. Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) is a Great Choice Neutral Sentiment: The bank completed $9 billion in debt offerings, which is a routine capital-markets transaction that may help funding flexibility but is not clearly a major near-term catalyst. JPMorgan Chase Raises $9 Billion Through Debt Offerings Neutral Sentiment: JPMorgan’s broader market commentary on oil, Iran-related disruption, and global risks reflects its macro views, but these notes are more informative than directly stock-moving for JPM itself. Here’s what each additional month of Iran-conflict disruption means for oil prices Negative Sentiment: House lawmakers questioned former JPMorgan executive Jes Staley over Epstein-related ties, which keeps reputational and legal-overhang concerns in the background for the bank. House lawmakers grill former JPMorgan executive Jes Staley over Epstein ties Insider Activity at JPMorgan Chase & Co. In other JPMorgan Chase & Co. news, CFO Jeremy Barnum sold 3,022 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, May 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $309.41, for a total transaction of $935,037.02. Following the sale, the chief financial officer directly owned 32,438 shares in the company, valued at $10,036,641.58. This represents a 8.52% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, COO Jennifer Piepszak sold 4,919 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, May 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $309.42, for a total transaction of $1,522,036.98. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief operating officer directly owned 85,082 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $26,326,072.44. This represents a 5.47% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Over the last quarter, insiders sold 18,876 shares of company stock worth $5,907,051. Corporate insiders own 0.41% of the company’s stock.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. Stock Performance Shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. stock opened at $352.88 on Monday. The business has a 50-day moving average of $323.74 and a 200 day moving average of $310.97. JPMorgan Chase & Co. has a 12 month low of $279.10 and a 12 month high of $353.37. The stock has a market capitalization of $945.55 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.12, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.47 and a beta of 0.99. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.30, a current ratio of 0.85 and a quick ratio of 0.86.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Tuesday, July 14th. The financial services provider reported $6.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $5.59 by $0.55. The company had revenue of $58.02 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $50.72 billion. JPMorgan Chase & Co. had a return on equity of 18.23% and a net margin of 21.86%.JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s revenue was up 27.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $4.96 EPS. As a group, sell-side analysts forecast that JPMorgan Chase & Co. will post 23.97 earnings per share for the current year.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. Dividend Announcement The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, July 31st. Investors of record on Monday, July 6th will be issued a $1.50 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Monday, July 6th. This represents a $6.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.7%. JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s payout ratio is 25.71%.
About JPMorgan Chase & Co. (Free Report)
JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE: JPM) is a diversified global financial services firm headquartered in New York City. The company provides a wide range of banking and financial products and services to consumers, small businesses, corporations, governments and institutional investors worldwide. Its operations span retail banking, commercial lending, investment banking, asset management, payments and card services, and treasury and securities services.
The firm’s principal business activities are organized across several core lines: Consumer & Community Banking, which offers deposit accounts, mortgages, auto loans, credit cards and branch and digital banking under the Chase brand; Corporate & Investment Banking, which provides capital markets, advisory, underwriting, trading and risk management services; Commercial Banking, delivering lending, treasury and capital solutions to middle-market and corporate clients; and Asset & Wealth Management, which offers investment management, private banking and retirement services to institutions and high-net-worth individuals.
Featured Stories Five stocks we like better than JPMorgan Chase & Co. RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit
Receive News & Ratings for JPMorgan Chase & Co. Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for JPMorgan Chase & Co. and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
Key Takeaways MO is expected to post Q2 revenues of $5.36 billion and earnings of $1.50 per share.Pricing strength and premium brands may help offset lower cigarette shipment volumes.Nicotine pouch growth may support oral tobacco, though competition could pressure margins. Altria Group, Inc. (MO - Free Report) is likely to register growth in both top and bottom lines when it reports second-quarter 2026 earnings on July 30.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter revenues is pinned at $5.36 billion, indicating a 1.4% increase from the same period last year. Meanwhile, the consensus mark for earnings has remained unchanged in the past 30 days at $1.50 per share, indicating 4.2% growth from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure. Altria has a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 2.9%.
Things to Consider About Altria’s Upcoming ResultsAltria’s second-quarter performance is likely to have been supported by continued pricing strength across its smokeable products business, despite an industry environment marked by declining cigarette volumes. Strong net price realization, disciplined revenue management and resilient demand for premium brands are likely to have helped offset lower shipment volumes. However, persistent macroeconomic pressures and consumer downtrading toward discount offerings might have remained a drag on overall volume and product mix.
The company’s oral tobacco business is likely to have remained a key area of support, driven by continued momentum in nicotine pouches. The nationwide rollout of on! PLUS, broader retail availability and sustained consumer interest in smoke-free alternatives are likely to have supported shipment growth during the quarter. However, heightened competition in the nicotine pouch category, along with higher promotional spending and product mix pressures, is likely to have weighed on segment margins. The Zacks Consensus Estimate indicates a decrease of 1.7% in the Oral Tobacco Products revenues.
The Smokeable Products segment is likely to have remained the primary contributor to quarterly performance. Cigarette shipment volumes are likely to have continued declining year over year, although the pace of decline might have remained more moderate amid reduced cross-category movement to illicit disposable e-vapor products. Strong pricing, stable premium brand performance and disciplined portfolio execution are likely to have supported revenues and earnings, partially offsetting the impact of volume softness and a value-seeking consumer environment. The Zacks Consensus Estimate implies an increase of 1% in the Smokeable Products revenues.
Earnings Whispers for MO StockOur proven model doesn’t conclusively predict an earnings beat for Altria this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is not the case here.
Altria currently has a Zacks Rank #2 and an Earnings ESP of -1.34%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Stocks With the Favorable CombinationHere are some companies worth considering, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to beat on earnings this reporting cycle.
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +11.52% and a Zacks Rank of 2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Archer-Daniels’ upcoming quarter’s EPS is pegged at $1.27, which implies a 36.6% rise year over year. The consensus estimate for ADM’s quarterly revenues is pinned at $22.38 billion, which calls for 5.7% growth from the figure reported in the prior-year quarter. ADM delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.4%, on average.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.43% and a Zacks Rank of 3. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Kimberly-Clark’s upcoming quarterly revenues is pegged at $4.23 billion. The figure implies a 1.7% increase from the prior-year quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Kimberly-Clark’s quarterly earnings per share is pegged at $2.00, indicating a 4.2% gain from the year-ago period figure. KMB delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 19.1%, on average.
Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.61% and a Zacks Rank of 3. The consensus estimate for Monster Beverage’s quarterly revenues is pinned at $2.42 billion, which indicates 14.5% growth from the figure reported in the prior-year quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the upcoming quarter’s EPS is pegged at 59 cents, which implies a 13.5% increase year over year. MNST delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 9.6%, on average.
Target zvýšil dividendu o 1,8 % na 1,16 USD na akcii a nabízí výnos z dividendy 3,45 %, tedy více než trojnásobek průměru S&P 500. Zároveň letos vzrostl o 40 %.
Here's a fact for you -- the average dividend yield on the S&P 500 is currently at 1.09%, the lowest it has been in at least 155 years, dating back to 1871.
This means that of the more than 400 companies which pay dividends, the average yield among them is just over 1%. Average yields among S&P 500 companies have been between 1% and 2% throughout the 2020s; the last time it was over 2% was in 2018.
Why have yields dropped to historic lows? There are a few reasons for that. One, the stock market has been on one of its best runs in decades as the S&P 500 has had three straight years of strong returns.
When stock prices are higher, yields are typically lower. That's because the yield is based on the annual dividend per share divided by the share price. So if the share price is up, and the dividend stays the same, the yield will be lower.
Image source: Getty Images.
Also, the S&P 500 has become top-heavy, dominated by the Magnificent Seven and other large tech stocks. The large tech stocks that do pay dividends don't typically pay high yields. That's largely because they are growth companies that typically invest excess capital into AI and other growth initiatives.
But there is one S&P 500 stock -- a Dividend King, no less -- that pays a yield that is more than three times higher than the S&P 500 average: Target (TGT +1.86%). (A Dividend King is a company that's raised its dividend for 50 or more consecutive years.) Here's why it's a good time to buy Target stock by early August.
Target turnaround Target stock has been in a turnaround mode, as shares are up 40% year to date. The retail stock has been long overdue for a turnaround as it endured four straight years -- from 2022 through 2025 -- of negative calendar-year returns.
Target's stock was so beaten down that its P/E ratio had dropped to 10 late last year. So, it became more attractive from a valuation standpoint. New management has been able to right the ship. In the first quarter, Target increased sales by 7% year over year and had a 4.4% boost in comparable-store sales.
Today's Change
(
1.86
%) $
2.55
Current Price
$
139.33
Management also raised its guidance, calling for 4% sales growth in 2026, up from the previous guidance of 2% growth. In addition, Target adjusted its operating income margin rate so that it is 20 basis points higher than the 4.6% rate in 2025. Further, it expects earnings per share (EPS) to be at the high end of its $7.50 to $8.50 range. In 2025, full-year EPS was $8.13 per share.
Dividend royalty But the major benefit Target has for investors is its dividend, which has always been one of the best. It has raised its dividend for 55 consecutive years and pays out a high yield of 3.45%. And it just raised its dividend again, bumping it up 1.8% to $1.16 per share.
Target is a good buy right now because shareholders of record as of Aug. 12 will get the dividend raise when it gets paid out on Sept. 1. And with its still-cheap valuation and sales momentum, the stock could charge higher heading into its Q2 earnings report on Aug. 19.
Target v 1. čtvrtletí fiskálního roku 2026 zvýšil digitální srovnatelné tržby o 8,9 %, tažené více než 27% růstem doručení tentýž den. Hrubá hodnota zboží Target+ vyskočila téměř o 60 %.
Key Takeaways Target's digital comparable sales rose 8.9%, led by more than 27% growth in same-day delivery.Target gross merchandise volume jumped nearly 60%, while first-party digital sales advanced nearly 9%.More than 95% of Target's sales are fulfilled through stores, supporting digital demand and operations. Target Corporation’s (TGT - Free Report) digital business is becoming much more than an online sales channel. Instead, the company is steadily building a broader digital ecosystem in which shopping, memberships, advertising and marketplace offerings reinforce one another.
Digital comparable sales rose 8.9% in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, comfortably outpacing store comparable growth of 4.7%. The strongest contributor was same-day delivery, which rose more than 27%, supported by growing adoption of Target Circle 360. At the same time, non-merchandise revenues climbed nearly 25%, driven by Roundel advertising, Target Circle 360 membership revenues and the expanding Target+ marketplace.
Management’s commentary revealed that these businesses are becoming increasingly interconnected. First-party digital sales advanced nearly 9%, while Target+ gross merchandise volume jumped nearly 60%. Target also highlighted that higher-margin businesses such as Roundel and Target+ contributed to gross margin improvement, demonstrating that digital expansion is creating value beyond transaction growth.
Another noteworthy aspect is that Target continues to leverage its store network to strengthen digital capabilities rather than replace physical retail. More than 95% of sales are fulfilled through stores, allowing investments in remodels and supply-chain improvements to enhance both in-store shopping and digital fulfillment. Management is also simplifying fulfillment processes and investing in technology to support rising digital demand without compromising store operations.
These developments indicate that Target is building an integrated digital structure that helps it engage customers across multiple touchpoints.
How Target Compares With Walmart and BJ’s WholesaleWalmart Inc. (WMT - Free Report) is also strengthening its digital ecosystem by integrating e-commerce, marketplace, advertising and membership into a unified platform. Walmart reported 26% global e-commerce growth, with U.S. advertising up 36%, marketplace sales rising nearly 50% and Walmart+ delivering record first-quarter net additions. Management also highlighted faster store-fulfilled delivery and expanding AI capabilities, reinforcing how Walmart is creating multiple digital engagement and monetization channels beyond traditional retail sales.
BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ - Free Report) is taking a membership-led approach to digital ecosystem expansion. BJ’s Wholesale delivered 28% digitally enabled comparable sales growth, supported by stronger adoption of curbside pickup, same-day delivery and ExpressPay. Management noted that most digital orders are fulfilled through clubs, while ongoing AI investments are improving operations and member convenience. By combining digital services with its membership model, BJ’s Wholesale is steadily deepening engagement across multiple shopping touchpoints.
What the Latest Metrics Say About TargetTarget has seen its shares jump 7.6% over the past three months against the industry’s decline of 1.4%.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
From a valuation standpoint, Target's forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio stands at 15.88, lower than the industry’s ratio of 30.58. However, TGT is trading above its 12-month median level of 14.05.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Target’s current financial-year sales and earnings per share implies year-over-year growth of 3.9% and 10.3%, respectively. For the next fiscal year, the consensus estimate indicates a 2.9% rise in sales and 6.4% growth in earnings.
The consensus estimate for earnings per share for the current and next fiscal year has increased by 2 cents and 3 cents to $8.35 and $8.89, respectively, over the past 60 days.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Target currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Verizon snížil churn u spotřebitelských telefonů na 0,84 % a zvýšil výhled růstu tržeb ze služeb na 2,5–3 %. Zároveň zvedl odhad upraveného EPS na 4,99–5,04 USD.
Key Takeaways Verizon cut consumer phone churn to 0.84% while adding 184,000 postpaid phone customers.VZ raised service revenue growth guidance to 2.5-3% and adjusted EPS to $4.99-$5.04.Verizon added 348,000 broadband customers and signed a $1 billion-plus dark fiber deal with Google. Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ - Free Report) used its second-quarter 2026 earnings call to argue that lower churn, disciplined customer acquisition and broadband expansion are creating a more durable growth model.
Management raised several full-year targets while detailing a sharper shift away from handset subsidies. Adjusted earnings of $1.30 topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.27, while revenues of $34.25 billion missed the $35.31 billion consensus.
VZ Sees a Structural Shift in Customer EconomicsCEO Daniel Schulman said Verizon’s transformation is producing a meaningful change in operating performance. He emphasized that subscriber gains are coming alongside lower churn and reduced acquisition and retention spending.
Consumer postpaid phone churn was 0.84%, down 6 basis points year over year. Verizon added 184,000 postpaid phone customers, while total mobility and broadband net additions exceeded 550,000.
Schulman said promotional acquisition costs fell about 15% and retention costs declined roughly 17%. Management views this combination of stronger volumes, improved retention and lower unit costs as a central driver of earnings and cash flow growth.
Verizon Raises Its Growth OutlookCFO Anthony Skiadas said mobility and broadband service revenues grew 2.8% to $23.4 billion, accelerating by 120 basis points from the first quarter.
Verizon raised its 2026 mobility and broadband service revenue growth outlook to 2.5-3%. Management expects growth to approach 3% in the third quarter and reach approximately 4% in the fourth quarter.
The company also raised adjusted earnings guidance to $4.99-$5.04 per share, representing 6-7% growth. Free cash flow is now expected to increase 9-10%, supported by EBITDA growth and lower equipment-related working-capital requirements.
VZ Reduces Its Reliance on Device SubsidiesManagement repeatedly highlighted a strategic move away from subsidy-heavy customer acquisition. Equipment revenues declined nearly 20%, or more than $1.2 billion, as upgrade volumes fell nearly 27%.
Schulman said each new account joining the Simplicity offering is effectively subsidy-free. The plan separates device financing from wireless pricing, which management expects to improve transparency and margins.
In the analyst discussion, a Morgan Stanley representative asked how the new value proposition was affecting customer growth. Schulman said gross additions were about 16% above internal forecasts, while new account additions were 31% better than expected.
Verizon Builds on Broadband ConvergenceVerizon added 348,000 broadband customers, including 193,000 fixed wireless and 155,000 fiber additions. Its broadband base reached approximately 17.1 million connections.
Schulman said 58% of broadband customers also use Verizon mobility services. Management sees these converged relationships as valuable because customers taking both products generate higher revenue and lower churn.
A UBS analyst questioned slowing fixed wireless additions and competition from satellite providers. Schulman said Verizon expects its broadband mix to shift toward fiber as coverage expands, while fixed wireless remains important in areas without fiber availability.
VZ Positions Fiber for AI Infrastructure DemandManagement introduced AI Connect as an additional long-term growth opportunity. Verizon signed an agreement valued at more than $1 billion to provide Google with dark fiber connecting data centers.
Schulman said other potential agreements could generate several billion dollars of revenues over the coming years.
Customers may purchase either dark or lit fiber, depending on whether they want Verizon to provide the supporting electronics and services.
Verizon is also converting selected central offices into edge data-center locations. Management expects AI infrastructure revenues to begin contributing in 2027, with margins equal to or above the company’s existing margin profile.
Verizon Expands Shareholder ReturnsSecond-quarter free cash flow increased 24.4% to $6.4 billion. First-half free cash flow rose 16% to $10.2 billion.
Verizon repurchased $1 billion of shares during the quarter, bringing first-half repurchases to $3.5 billion. Management raised its full-year repurchase target to as much as $4.5 billion.
Skiadas said net unsecured leverage improved to 2.5 times adjusted EBITDA. Verizon remains focused on investing in fiber and spectrum while reducing debt and maintaining its dividend.
VZ Management Maintains an Execution FocusManagement’s tone centered on operational discipline rather than promotional spending. Lower churn, convergence and cost reductions remain the immediate priorities.
Schulman said the second half of 2026 should outperform the first half, while 2027 should improve on 2026 as core service revenues accelerate and AI Connect begins contributing.
What Zacks Rank and Style Scores SignalVZ currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating a neutral near-term earnings-estimate revision outlook. Value, Momentum and VGM Scores of A point to favorable characteristics in those styles, while the C Growth Score reflects a more balanced growth profile. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Style Scores are designed to complement the Zacks Rank, with stronger combinations generally associated with Zacks Rank #1 and #2 (Buy) stocks. Verizon’s Rank may change as analysts revise estimates following the reported results and updated guidance.
Colgate-Palmolive čeká za 2Q tržby 5,35 miliardy USD, tedy růst o 4,7 % meziročně, a EPS 95 centů, což je o 3,3 % více. Výsledky mohou podpořit poptávka na rozvíjejících se trzích, ale marže tlačí nahoru náklady na suroviny, obaly a dopravu.
Key Takeaways Colgate's Q2 sales are estimated to rise 4.7% YoY, while EPS is expected to grow 3.3%.Emerging-market demand, pricing, innovation and omnichannel execution may support results.Hill's growth may help offset pressure from higher raw material, packaging, freight and SG&A costs. Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL - Free Report) is expected to have registered growth in its bottom and top lines as it is set to release second-quarter 2026 numbers on July 31, before the opening bell. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter revenues is pegged at $5.35 billion, indicating a rise of about 4.7% from the prior-year quarter’s reported figure.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company’s earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at 95 cents, suggesting growth of 3.3% from the prior-year quarter’s reported figure. The consensus estimate for the quarter has been stable in the past 30 days.
In the last reported quarter, the leading global consumer products company’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.1%. It has delivered an earnings surprise of 3%, on average, in the trailing four quarters.
What the Zacks Model Unveils for CL StockOur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Colgate this season. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. But that is not the case here.
Colgate currently has an Earnings ESP of -1.78% and a Zacks Rank of 3. You can uncover the best stocks before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Factors Likely to Influence CL's Q2 ResultsColgate is expected to have benefited from resilient demand across its Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition businesses. The company has been witnessing improving volume trends, particularly in emerging markets, backed by sustained investments in advertising, omnichannel demand generation and revenue growth management (RGM) initiatives. Strong execution in Asia-Pacific and Latin America, coupled with continued pricing actions and brand strength, is likely to have supported second-quarter performance. Management also highlighted that emerging markets remain a key growth driver, where Colgate continues to invest behind its global brands and scale advantages.
Innovation continues to be at the center of Colgate's long-term strategy and is expected to have aided quarterly results. The company has been accelerating science-based product launches, leveraging AI, digital capabilities, analytics and omnichannel execution to improve speed-to-market and consumer engagement. Management also expects sequential improvement in North America, supported by accelerated innovation, enhanced promotional execution, better retailer partnerships and strategic brand interventions. These initiatives, along with continued premiumization and improved product mix, are likely to have supported CL's top-line performance in the quarter under review.
Colgate's Hill's Pet Nutrition business is also expected to have remained a key growth contributor despite a challenging pet industry backdrop. Excluding the impact of the private-label pet food exit, Hill's continued to post healthy volume and pricing growth, driven by robust demand for Prescription Diet and Science Diet products. Management noted continued market share gains across strategic growth segments, including cat food, wet food and therapeutic nutrition, supported by science-based innovation, improved supply chain capabilities and expanding retail shelf space. These strengths are likely to have contributed meaningfully to the company's second-quarter results.
However, Colgate is expected to have faced headwinds from elevated raw material, packaging and logistics costs, particularly those linked to higher oil prices. Management indicated that inflation in resins, petrochemicals, fats and oils, along with higher freight expenses, would continue to pressure gross margins. Although the company has been relying on pricing, productivity initiatives, revenue growth management and its Strategic Growth and Productivity Program (SGPP) to offset these costs, continued inflationary pressures and higher SG&A investments are likely to have weighed on margin expansion during the quarter.
CL’s Price Performance & ValuationThe recent market movements show that Colgate’s shares have gained 6.7% in the past six months against the industry's 0.6% drop.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
From the valuation standpoint, CL trades at a forward 12-month P/E multiple of 22.98X, exceeding the industry average of 18.06X. Its valuation appears quite pricey.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Stocks With the Favorable CombinationHere are some companies worth considering, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to beat on earnings this reporting cycle.
Newell Brands Inc. (NWL - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +5.36% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
NWL is likely to register a bottom-line decline when it releases second-quarter 2026 results. The consensus estimate for Newell Brands’ quarterly earnings currently stands at 19 cents per share, down 20.8% from the year-ago quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its quarterly revenues is pegged at about $1.97 billion, implying a rise of 1.7% from the year-ago quarter. NWL has a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 9.7%.
Monster Beverage Corporation (MNST - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.61% and a Zacks Rank of 3. The company is likely to register growth in its bottom and top lines when it reports second-quarter 2026 numbers.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Monster Beverage’s quarterly revenues is pegged at $2.42 billion, indicating an increase of 14.6% from the figure reported in the prior-year quarter. The consensus estimate for MNST’s quarterly earnings of 59 cents per share implies a rise of 13.5% from the year-ago quarter’s level. MNST has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 9.6%, on average.
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.43% and a Zacks Rank of 3. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Kimberly-Clark’s upcoming quarterly revenues is pegged at $4.2 billion. The figure indicates a 1.7% increase from the prior-year quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Kimberly-Clark’s quarterly earnings per share is pegged at $2, suggesting a 4.2% gain from the year-ago period figure. KMB delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 19.1%, on average.
Intel za 2. čtvrtletí 2026 oznámil upravený EPS 0,42 USD a tržby 16,1 miliardy USD, obojí výrazně nad odhady. Zároveň zvýšil výhled capex na 20 miliard USD pro rok 2026.
Intel (INTC -1.91%) recently delivered blowout earnings results for the second quarter of 2026.
Adjusted earnings per share of $0.42 came in double what Wall Street analysts had been expecting, while revenue of $16.1 billion came in nearly $1.7 billion higher than consensus estimates.
“Strong demand for our products continue to outpace our growing supply,” Intel’s CEO Lip-Bu Tan said on the company’s earnings call. “The surging demand and rapid build-out of compute infrastructure across the world creates a meaningful opportunity for us in our product business as well as our foundry business.”
Intel also provided strong guidance for the current quarter, estimating adjusted EPS of $0.38 and revenue between $15.8 billion and $16.8 billion. Both came in higher than analysts had been modeling.
The positive news, however, has done little for Intel’s stock, which is down nearly 33% over the past month.
Is Intel a buy after its latest earnings report?
Image source: The Motley Fool.
High capex continues to plague AI stocksWhile the top- and bottom-line numbers looked great, Intel also raised its 2026 capital expenditure guidance to $20 billion, up about $2 billion from prior guidance.
Intel’s CFO David Zinsner also said it expects capex in 2027 “to be significantly above the 2026 levels.” Zinsner said Intel remains disciplined with capex and is spending only in areas where it sees good long-term returns.
All artificial intelligence stocks that have raised their capex guides have come under pressure, as investors question whether these massive investments can yield adequate returns.
Some analysts are also concerned that Intel will be forced to raise capital to fund its spending ambitions.
Today's Change
(
-1.91
%) $
-1.76
Current Price
$
90.56
“The prospect of shareholder dilution and continued pressure on free cash flow are likely to weigh on investor sentiment and cap the stock’s upside over the short to medium term,” Hendi Susanto, a portfolio manager at Gabellie Funds, told Barrons.
However, some analysts view the increased capex guidance as evidence that Intel will be able to acquire more customers and see demand flow through.
Intel’s strong results in the recent quarter have led to a big turnaround for the stock, which is up nearly 128% this year and roughly 335% over the past year.
The question is, how much revenue and earnings growth has the market already pulled forward?
If you were to annualize Intel’s projected adjusted EPS of $0.38, that means Intel still trades at about 59 times forward earnings. On revenue, the valuation looks more reasonable with the stock trading at 7.2 times forward earnings.
Intel falls into the same category as many other AI stocks right now.
The stock took off when investors realized that central processing units (CPUs), a product Intel has always excelled in, play a critical role in AI infrastructure, particularly for powering agentic AI, systems that can carry out autonomous tasks.
But now that the easy money has been made, Intel’s success partly depends on AI demand continuing to ramp. That looks likely this year and next, but even the faintest signs of slowing AI demand could hit many of these stocks hard.
Intel also has a newer Foundry business for chip manufacturing, but the company is still reportedly seeking an anchor customer.
While the pullback in shares over the past month makes Intel stock more reasonable, it still carries risk, so I would start with a small position and dollar-cost average for now.
The stock will do well if AI demand continues to rise, but shares are likely to be highly volatile.
Charter Communications za 2. čtvrtletí 2026 překonal odhady: tržby činily 13,53 miliardy USD a upravený zisk 10,66 USD na akcii. Akcie v pondělí vzrostly o 2,6 %.
Charter Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) on Friday posted upbeat second-quarter 2026 earnings.
The cable and broadband provider reported revenue of $13.53 billion, down 1.7% from a year earlier but slightly above the analyst consensus estimate of $13.51 billion. Adjusted earnings came in at $10.66 per share, beating expectations of $10.14.
The company lost 172,000 internet customers, compared with a loss of 116,000 a year earlier. Video customer losses narrowed to 21,000, compared with a loss of 80,000 a year earlier, helped by simplified pricing, revised packaging and the addition of streaming services to Spectrum’s expanded basic packages.
Charter reiterated its 2026 capital expenditure forecast of about $11.4 billion, down from $11.7 billion in 2025.
Charter Communications shares gained 2.6% to trade at $126.56 on Monday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Charter Communications following earnings announcement.
Considering buying CHTR stock? Here’s what analysts think:
Photo via Shutterstock
Market News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs
Charter Communications v pondělí vzrostl téměř o 5 %, ale RBC varuje, že tlak na broadband, slabší ARPU a rostoucí náklady budou pokračovat. Analytik snížil cílovou cenu na 150 USD z 160 USD.
Charter Communications, Inc (NASDAQ:CHTR) stock gained by almost 5% on Monday as buyers lean into a rebound attempt in Communication Services, even while the broader tape stays mixed.
The Nasdaq is down 0.69% while the S&P 500 has shed 0.04%.
RBC Capital analyst Jonathan Atkin said Charter continues to face broadband pressure, weaker ARPU and rising costs, prompting him to lower his price target and trim financial estimates.
• Charter Communications shares are climbing with conviction. Why is CHTR stock up today?
Broadband Pressure PersistsAtkin maintained a Sector Perform rating on Charter and cut his price forecast to $150 from $160. He said Charter has not successfully slowed broadband subscriber losses, while ARPU declines and cost inflation have created fresh challenges.
Charter lost 172,000 broadband customers in the second quarter, worse than the 145,000 loss analysts expected. Broadband ARPU fell 1.7% year over year and came in below expectations, while free cash flow of $1 billion missed consensus by 12%.
RBC Cuts EstimatesAtkin now expects 2026 revenue of $54.11 billion (down from $54.22 billion) and fiscal 2027 revenue of $53.27 billion (down from $53.53 billion).
The analyst lowered RBC’s 2026 EBITDA estimate to $22.6 billion from $22.8 billion and its 2027 estimate to $22.3 billion from $22.6 billion. He also cut free cash flow estimates to $5.1 billion for 2026 and $6.2 billion for 2027.
He now expects Charter to lose 473,000 broadband customers in 2026 and 453,000 in 2027, up from prior loss estimates of 425,000 and 405,000, respectively.
Cost Cuts and Cox Deal In FocusAtkin said a large cost-cutting program appears to be the next logical step as Charter deals with broadband share losses, fuel costs and employee-benefit inflation. He said the company may use AI automation for efficiency, but stronger action may be needed.
He expects the Cox Communications deal to close in mid- to late August and sees a broader cost-transformation program following the close.
Technical AnalysisEven with Monday’s pop, Charter remains in a longer-term downtrend: it’s trading 4.1% below its 20-day SMA, 6.4% below its 50-day SMA, and still deeply below the 100-day and 200-day averages (down 25.5% and 34.6%, respectively). The 20-day SMA sitting below the 50-day SMA keeps the near-term trend bearish, and the 50-day below the 200-day confirms the "death cross" backdrop that’s been in place since August 2025.
CHTR Price ActionCharter Communications shares were up 4.18% at $128.47 at the time of publication on Monday, according to Benzinga Pro data.
Photo: Shutterstock
Market News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs
MGM Resorts čeká za 2. čtvrtletí pokles EPS o 20,3 % na 63 centů, zatímco tržby mají vzrůst o 0,9 % na 4,45 miliardy USD. Výsledky zveřejní 29. července.
Key Takeaways MGM's Q2 EPS is expected to fall 20.3% YoY to 63 cents, while revenues are seen rising 0.9% to $4.45B.MGM may benefit from stronger convention demand, renovated rooms and easier Las Vegas comparisons.Regional softness, weaker Canadian visits and digital investments may pressure quarterly performance. MGM Resorts International (MGM - Free Report) is scheduled to report second-quarter 2026 results on July 29.
MGM’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters and missed on two occasions, the average surprise being 34.6%.
Trend in Estimate Revision of MGMThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at 63 cents, indicating a deterioration of 20.3% from 79 cents reported in the year-ago quarter.
For revenues, the consensus mark is pegged at nearly $4.45 billion, suggesting growth of 0.9% from the prior-year quarter’s figure.
Let's look at how things have shaped up in the quarter.
Factors Likely to Shape MGM Resorts’ Quarterly ResultsMGM Resorts’ second-quarter 2026 performance is likely to have benefited from strong group and convention demand, easier comparisons in Las Vegas, solid casino activity in Macau and continued digital expansion. The return of renovated rooms at MGM Grand, healthy spending among premium customers and product enhancements at MGM Cotai are expected to have supported results in the to-be-reported quarter.
In Las Vegas, MGM’s performance is likely to have gained from a favorable convention calendar, with convention room-night mix expected to rise 2 percentage points year over year to 20% in the second quarter of 2026. Large corporate programs, including events involving Google and Cisco, coupled with the full availability of MGM Grand’s renovated room inventory, are likely to have supported room demand and ancillary spending. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter Las Vegas Strip revenues is pegged at $2.15 billion, compared with $2.11 billion reported in the prior-year quarter. Segment adjusted property EBITDA is projected at $720.9 million, up from $710.5 million reported in the year-ago quarter.
MGM China is likely to have benefited from premium-mass demand and recently completed enhancements at MGM Cotai. The addition of approximately 60 suites and 40,000 square feet of premium gaming space is expected to have strengthened the company’s product offering and supported performance in the second quarter. However, the higher branding fee is likely to have weighed on MGM China’s reported segment profitability. MGM China’s adjusted property EBITDA is projected at $276.4 million, down from $301.3 million in the prior-year quarter.
MGM Digital is expected to have supported second-quarter top-line growth, driven by continued momentum at LeoVegas across the United Kingdom, Sweden and the Netherlands, along with expansion in Brazil. The consensus estimate for digital revenues is pegged at $200.7 million, up from $163.9 million a year ago.
However, softness among value-oriented Las Vegas customers, particularly during midweek periods at Luxor and Excalibur, along with short booking windows and weaker Canadian visitation, may have constrained quarterly performance. Regional operations are also likely to have been affected by the sale of Northfield Park, which closed in April. The consensus estimate for regional revenues is pegged at $909.6 million, down from $964.6 million reported in the prior-year quarter, while adjusted property EBITDA is expected to decline to $273.9 million from $308.7 million. Continued investments in Brazil, sportsbook integration and World Cup-related opportunities may have weighed on digital margins in the second quarter.
What Our Model Says About MGM StockOur proven model predicts an earnings beat for MGM Resorts this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is exactly the case here.
MGM’s Earnings ESP: MGM Resorts has an Earnings ESP of +18.79%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
MGM’s Zacks Rank: The company currently has a Zacks Rank #3.
Other Stocks Poised to Beat on EarningsLife Time Group is expected to register a 21.6% increase in earnings for the to-be-reported quarter. LTH reported better-than-expected earnings in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 10.9%.
Marriott International, Inc. (MAR - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.88% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
Marriott’s earnings for the to-be-reported quarter are expected to increase 15.5%. MAR reported better-than-expected earnings in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 1.5%.
Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +6.40% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
Cinemark’s earnings for the to-be-reported quarter are expected to increase 57.1%. CNK reported lower-than-expected earnings in each of the trailing four quarters, the average miss being negative 20.4%.
Dceřiná společnost Chevronu, Hess Exploration and Production Malaysia, udělila společnosti Velesto Drilling kontrakt za 51 milionů USD na integrované vrtné a dokončovací práce v North Malay Basin. Program poběží v letech 2026 až 2028.
Key Takeaways Chevron subsidiary awarded Velesto Drilling a $51 million i-RDC contract for the North Malay Basin campaign.CVX will deploy the NAGA 8 jackup rig to support drilling and completion work for the 2026-2028 program.CVX continues using an integrated drilling model to improve efficiency and support sustained gas production. Chevron Corporation (CVX - Free Report) has strengthened its offshore Malaysia development plans after its subsidiary, Hess Exploration and Production Malaysia, awarded Velesto Drilling a $51 million contract for integrated rig, drilling and completion (i-RDC) services, according to Offshore Magazine. The contract supports the 2026-2028 North Malay Basin Full Field Development campaign, reinforcing ongoing efforts to sustain gas production from one of Malaysia's key offshore energy hubs.
The award marks another important milestone in the long-standing collaboration between the companies and further expands Velesto Drilling's role in the North Malay Basin development program. As part of the agreement, the NAGA 8 jackup rig will be deployed for the campaign after completing its current assignment in Malaysia.
CVX Expands Malay Basin Development Through Its SubsidiaryHess Exploration and Production Malaysia, now a Chevron subsidiary following its acquisition of Hess, continues to operate several gas-producing assets offshore Malaysia. The latest contract highlights Chevron's commitment to advancing the development of the North Malay Basin while maintaining operational continuity across its offshore portfolio.
The North Malay Basin remains one of Malaysia's most significant offshore gas-producing regions, supplying natural gas for domestic industries as well as regional energy markets. Development activities in the basin have progressed through multiple drilling phases designed to sustain production and maximize recovery from existing producing fields.
By awarding this integrated drilling contract, Chevron continues to support long-term field development while streamlining offshore operations through an integrated service model.
Velesto Drilling Secures Second i-RDC Contract for North Malay BasinThe latest award represents Velesto Drilling's second i-RDC contract for the North Malay Basin Full Field Development.
Under the i-RDC framework, the contractor delivers a bundled package that combines drilling rig services, drilling operations and well-completion services under a single contract. This integrated approach is intended to improve operational efficiency while reducing project interfaces between multiple service providers.
The contract further strengthens Velesto's position within Malaysia's offshore drilling sector and reflects continued participation in Chevron-operated development campaigns across the North Malay Basin.
NAGA 8 Jackup Rig Selected for Multi-Year Development CampaignAccording to the news, to execute the newly awarded project, Velesto Drilling will allocate the NAGA 8 jackup rig for operations associated with the North Malay Basin campaign.
The drilling program is scheduled to begin next month, allowing the rig to transition directly from its current assignment. NAGA 8 is presently completing drilling activities for Jadestone Energy (Malaysia) under the East Belumut Phase 9 infill drilling project.
Following completion of the existing work scope, the rig will move into the Chevron-operated campaign, supporting drilling and completion activities through the planned 2026-2028 development period.
The deployment ensures continuity for the rig while supporting Chevron's long-term offshore development objectives in Malaysia.
North Malay Basin Remains a Strategic Offshore Gas HubThe North Malay Basin gas fields, located offshore Peninsular Malaysia, form an important component of Malaysia's offshore natural gas production network.
The region has undergone phased field development programs focused on maintaining production from mature assets while maximizing hydrocarbon recovery. These drilling campaigns continue to play an important role in supporting reliable gas supplies for domestic industrial demand and regional energy markets.
As development progresses, integrated drilling campaigns remain central to improving operational coordination and execution across multiple offshore wells.
The latest contract reinforces continued activity within one of Malaysia's most active offshore drilling regions while supporting future field development objectives.
Integrated Drilling Model Supports Operational EfficiencyThe i-RDC structure adopted for the North Malay Basin campaign combines several critical offshore services into a unified operational framework.
Rather than managing separate drilling, rig and completion contracts, the integrated model enables a single contractor to coordinate multiple project components. This approach is intended to improve workflow efficiency, reduce operational interfaces and simplify project execution throughout the drilling campaign.
For long-term offshore developments involving multiple wells, integrated contracting models can provide greater operational consistency across different phases of field development.
The North Malay Basin campaign continues this approach, building upon previous integrated drilling programs in the region.
Velesto Extends Presence in Malaysia's Offshore Drilling MarketThe new contract further extends Velesto Drilling's footprint within Malaysia's offshore energy sector.
Its continued involvement in the North Malay Basin demonstrates the company's established role in supporting offshore gas development programs operated by Chevron. Securing a second i-RDC award for the basin also reflects the continuation of an existing working relationship on one of Malaysia's most active offshore development projects.
The multi-year nature of the campaign positions the company for sustained operational activity while supporting ongoing offshore drilling efforts in the region.
Recent NAGA 8 Contract Termination Offshore IndonesiaBefore receiving the North Malay Basin award, Velesto Drilling and PETRONAS North Ketapang agreed earlier this week to terminate a contract involving the NAGA 8 jackup rig for offshore Indonesia.
With the Malaysian development campaign scheduled to begin next month, the rig will transition from its current Malaysia assignment into the Chevron-operated North Malay Basin program.
The new deployment ensures that NAGA 8 remains engaged in offshore drilling operations while supporting continued field development activities in Malaysia.
Chevron Advances Offshore Malaysia DevelopmentThe integrated drilling and completion contract awarded by a Chevron subsidiary reinforces the ongoing development of the North Malay Basin Full Field Development campaign. By selecting Velesto Drilling and deploying the NAGA 8 jackup rig, Chevron continues advancing offshore gas development in Malaysia through an integrated operational model designed to support drilling efficiency and sustained production from one of the country's key offshore gas regions.
CVX's Zacks Rank & Key PicksCurrently, CVX has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Investors interested in the energy sector might consider some better-ranked stocks, such as Par Pacific (PARR - Free Report) , Delek US Holdings (DK - Free Report) , both sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), and Cheniere Energy (LNG - Free Report) , carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Par Pacific is valued at 3.88 billion. It is a diversified energy company that owns and operates petroleum refineries, logistics assets and retail fuel businesses across the United States. Par Pacific focuses on refining, transporting and marketing fuel products while serving regional markets with reliable energy solutions.
Delek US Holdings is valued at $3.87 billion. It is a diversified downstream energy company engaged in petroleum refining, renewable fuels, asphalt production and logistics operations. Delek US Holdings operates multiple refineries in the United States and is committed to delivering safe, reliable energy while investing in cleaner energy initiatives.
Cheniere Energy is valued at $56.52 billion. It is a leading U.S. producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas (“LNG”), supplying energy to customers across more than 40 international markets. Cheniere Energy operates major LNG export terminals in Louisiana and Texas and focuses on providing reliable, lower-carbon energy solutions.
Delta Global Management LP ve 1. čtvrtletí koupila nový podíl ve společnosti Carnival o 51 923 akciích za zhruba 1,344 mil. USD. Akcie CCL v pondělí otevřely na 26,36 USD.
Delta Global Management LP acquired a new stake in shares of Carnival Corporation (NYSE:CCL – Free Report) during the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 51,923 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,344,000.
Other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. BOCHK Asset Management Ltd acquired a new stake in shares of Carnival during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Measured Wealth Private Client Group LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Carnival during the third quarter worth $25,000. Lloyd Advisory Services LLC. purchased a new position in Carnival in the fourth quarter valued at about $26,000. Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. increased its position in Carnival by 381.0% in the 4th quarter. Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 962 shares of the company’s stock worth $29,000 after purchasing an additional 762 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Optima Capital LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Carnival during the 4th quarter worth about $32,000. 67.19% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Insider Activity at Carnival In other news, insider Bettina Alejandra Deynes sold 43,058 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, May 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $28.10, for a total value of $1,209,929.80. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider owned 69,238 shares in the company, valued at $1,945,587.80. This represents a 38.34% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. 7.90% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of research firms recently commented on CCL. Weiss Ratings downgraded Carnival from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a report on Monday, May 18th. Stifel Nicolaus lifted their target price on shares of Carnival from $35.00 to $36.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday, June 12th. Tigress Financial boosted their target price on shares of Carnival from $40.00 to $42.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 30th. Sanford C. Bernstein lowered shares of Carnival from a “market perform” rating to a “market perform” rating in a research note on Tuesday, June 23rd. Finally, Citigroup raised their price target on shares of Carnival from $35.00 to $37.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 16th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty have assigned a Buy rating and six have given a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Carnival presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $35.08.
View Our Latest Stock Analysis on Carnival
Carnival Stock Up 0.1% CCL stock opened at $26.36 on Monday. The stock has a market capitalization of $36.10 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.87, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.16 and a beta of 2.32. The company has a 50-day moving average of $27.52 and a two-hundred day moving average of $28.04. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.80, a current ratio of 0.33 and a quick ratio of 0.29. Carnival Corporation has a 52-week low of $23.45 and a 52-week high of $34.03.
Carnival (NYSE:CCL – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 23rd. The company reported $0.41 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.34 by $0.07. The business had revenue of $6.66 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $6.69 billion. Carnival had a net margin of 11.24% and a return on equity of 26.11%. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 5.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $0.35 earnings per share. Carnival has set its FY 2026 guidance at 2.220-2.220 EPS and its Q3 2026 guidance at 1.350-1.350 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that Carnival Corporation will post 2.23 EPS for the current year.
Carnival Dividend Announcement The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 28th. Shareholders of record on Friday, August 7th will be issued a $0.15 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Friday, August 7th. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.3%. Carnival’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 27.03%.
Carnival Company Profile (Free Report)
Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL) is a global cruise operator that provides leisure travel services through a portfolio of passenger cruise brands. The company’s core business is operating cruise ships that offer multi-night voyages and associated vacation services, including onboard accommodations, dining, entertainment, spa and wellness offerings, casinos, youth programs, and organized shore excursions. Carnival markets cruise vacations to a broad range of consumers, from value-focused travelers to premium and luxury segments, through differentiated brand positioning and onboard experiences.
Its operating structure comprises multiple well-known cruise brands that target distinct geographic and demographic markets.
See Also Five stocks we like better than Carnival RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit Want to see what other hedge funds are holding CCL? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Carnival Corporation (NYSE:CCL – Free Report).
Receive News & Ratings for Carnival Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Carnival and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
« PREVIOUS HEADLINE159,747 Shares in United Microelectronics Corporation $UMC Purchased by Delta Global Management LP
NEXT HEADLINE »6,050 Shares in UnitedHealth Group Incorporated $UNH Acquired by Delta Global Management LP
NextEra Energy potvrdila výhled upraveného EPS na rok 2026 na 3,92–4,02 USD a míří k horní hraně. FPL má zhruba 21 GW zájmu o velkoodběry, z toho 12 GW v pokročilých jednáních.
Key Takeaways NextEra Energy maintained 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $3.92-$4.02 and targets the high end. FPL has 21 GW of large-load interest, with advanced discussions covering 12 GW.Energy Resources' backlog reached 35.1 GW as storage additions and recontracting lifted asset value. NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE - Free Report) used its second-quarter 2026 earnings call to emphasize accelerating electricity demand, expanding large-load opportunities and improving returns across its contracted energy pipeline.
Management kept its outlook unchanged while arguing that FPL, renewables, storage, transmission, gas and nuclear capabilities create multiple paths to serve data-center customers.
NEE Keeps Growth Targets IntactMichael Dunne, executive vice president and chief financial officer, maintained the 2026 adjusted earnings range of $3.92 to $4.02 per share and is targeting the high end.
NextEra continues to expect adjusted earnings growth of at least 8% annually through 2032, with the same target from 2032 through 2035, off a 2025 base of $3.71.
Second-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.15 per share topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.09, while revenues of $7.53 billion missed the $7.99 billion consensus mark. Adjusted earnings rose from $1.05 a year earlier.
NextEra Sees FPL Large-Load MomentumJohn Ketchum, chairman, president and chief executive officer, said FPL has roughly 21 gigawatts of large-load interest and is in advanced discussions involving 12 gigawatts.
Management still expects at least one transaction under FPL’s large-load tariff by year-end. Ketchum said each gigawatt initially could represent roughly $2 billion of capital spending and earn the same return on equity as other FPL investments.
Scott Bores, FPL president and chief executive officer, told a Goldman Sachs analyst that community acceptance depends on selecting welcoming locations and transparency. He said that discipline supports FPL’s 8-gigawatt target for 2032.
NEE Expands Storage and BacklogKetchum highlighted 3.6 gigawatts of renewables and storage additions, including 2 gigawatts of battery storage. The Energy Resources backlog reached approximately 35.1 gigawatts.
The company also recontracted more than 500 megawatts since the prior call, lifting the year-to-date total above 1,100 megawatts. Those contracts averaged about 15 years and pricing roughly $20 per megawatt-hour above recent realized levels.
Responding to a Barclays analyst, Ketchum said recontracting and storage co-location increase asset option value. Brian Bolster, Energy Resources president and chief executive officer, said project scale and complexity are supporting returns.
NextEra Builds Data-Center HubsKetchum said Energy Resources is discussing 30 potential hubs and expects the figure to reach 40 by year-end.
The strategy combines renewables for initial power, gas for firm capacity and storage for reliability. Four origination channels support a base-case goal of 15 gigawatts of new large-load generation by 2035, with an upside case of at least 30 gigawatts.
A Wolfe Research analyst questioned delays in agreements for 9.5 gigawatts of federal hub projects. Ketchum cited negotiations involving the U.S. and Japanese governments, while Bolster told Goldman Sachs that the expected startup timing has not changed.
NEE Sets Limits on Nuclear RiskKetchum said the Duane Arnold recommissioning remains on track for no later than the first quarter of 2029 after regulatory approval and the acquisition of the remaining minority ownership.
Asked by a JPMorgan analyst about advanced nuclear, Ketchum said such development requires risk-sharing among customers, government, equipment providers and contractors.
He said NextEra would not accept uncapped construction cost-overrun exposure. The company is evaluating 6 gigawatts of small modular reactor co-location opportunities.
NextEra Advances Dominion CombinationKetchum said the proposed Dominion Energy combination has entered regulatory review, with shareholder meetings expected in early September and closing still expected in the second half of 2027.
The combined company is expected to support approximately 11% annual growth in regulatory capital employed through 2032 and adjusted earnings growth of at least 9% through 2032.
Ketchum told analysts that local operations would remain intact, while NextEra’s balance sheet, procurement scale and development platform would support Dominion’s service territories.
NEE Maintains an Execution FocusManagement’s tone centered on converting power demand into regulated and long-term contracted investment without changing its financial targets.
Priorities are securing large-load contracts, completing hub agreements, expanding the backlog and progressing the Dominion review while limiting construction and affordability risks.
What Zacks Signals Say About NextEraNEE carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Its Value Score is D, Growth Score is D, Momentum Score is C and VGM Score is D, indicating mixed style characteristics, with momentum stronger than value and growth.
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Zacks Style Scores complement the Zacks Rank, and higher grades are generally more favorable. A Hold rank can remain appropriate, but the D grades offer less support than A or B scores. The Zacks Rank can change as analyst estimates are revised after the results.
Palantir Technologies očekává za čtvrtletí zisk 0,35 USD na akcii a tržby 1,81 miliardy USD, což je meziročně +118,8 % a +80 %. Analytici ale nevidí jasný signál na překonání odhadu.
The market expects Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.
The earnings report, which is expected to be released on August 3, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.
While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.
Zacks Consensus EstimateThis company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.35 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +118.8%.
Revenues are expected to be $1.81 billion, up 80% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Palantir Technologies?For Palantir Technologies, the Most Accurate Estimate is the same as the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that there are no recent analyst views which differ from what have been considered to derive the consensus estimate. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of 0%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.
So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Palantir Technologies will beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Palantir Technologies would post earnings of $0.29 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.33, delivering a surprise of +13.79%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.
Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.
That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
Palantir Technologies doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
Expected Results of an Industry PlayerAmong the stocks in the Zacks Internet - Software industry, Automatic Data Processing (ADP - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $2.59 per share for the quarter ended June 2026. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +14.6%. This quarter's revenue is expected to be $5.43 billion, up 5.9% from the year-ago quarter.
Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for ADP has remained unchanged. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of +0.16%, reflecting a higher Most Accurate Estimate.
This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggests that ADP will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate. The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.
Wall Street analysts forecast that Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY - Free Report) will report quarterly earnings of $1.59 per share in its upcoming release, pointing to a year-over-year increase of 8.9%. It is anticipated that revenues will amount to $11.67 billion, exhibiting a decrease of 4.9% compared to the year-ago quarter.
The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has undergone an upward revision of 1.1% in the past 30 days, bringing it to its present level. This represents how the covering analysts, as a whole, have reassessed their initial estimates during this timeframe.
Ahead of a company's earnings disclosure, it is crucial to give due consideration to changes in earnings estimates. These revisions serve as a noteworthy factor in predicting potential investor reactions to the stock. Numerous empirical studies consistently demonstrate a strong relationship between trends in earnings estimate revision and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While it's common for investors to rely on consensus earnings and revenue estimates for assessing how the business may have performed during the quarter, exploring analysts' forecasts for key metrics can yield valuable insights.
Bearing this in mind, let's now explore the average estimates of specific Bristol Myers metrics that are commonly monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Net Sales- Zeposia' will reach $156.09 million. The estimate suggests a change of +4.1% year over year.
Analysts predict that the 'Net Sales- Orencia' will reach $940.44 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -2.3%.
The consensus estimate for 'Net Sales- Eliquis' stands at $4.00 billion. The estimate points to a change of +8.7% from the year-ago quarter.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Net Sales- Yervoy' reaching $725.82 million. The estimate indicates a change of -0.3% from the prior-year quarter.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Net Sales- Abraxane- U.S.' will reach $11.33 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -65.7%.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Net Sales- Opdivo- U.S.' should come in at $1.33 billion. The estimate suggests a change of -11.6% year over year.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Net Sales- Pomalyst/Imnovid- U.S.' should arrive at $157.65 million. The estimate points to a change of -73% from the year-ago quarter.
Analysts forecast 'Net Sales- Pomalyst/Imnovid- International' to reach $52.98 million. The estimate suggests a change of -57.3% year over year.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net Sales- Revlimid- U.S.' will likely reach $116.34 million. The estimate suggests a change of -84.1% year over year.
Analysts expect 'Net Sales- Revlimid- International' to come in at $58.84 million. The estimate points to a change of -44.5% from the year-ago quarter.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Net Sales- Reblozyl- U.S.' at $516.22 million. The estimate points to a change of +14% from the year-ago quarter.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net Sales- Reblozyl- International' of $138.36 million. The estimate indicates a change of +21.4% from the prior-year quarter.
View all Key Company Metrics for Bristol Myers here>>>
Shares of Bristol Myers have demonstrated returns of +8% over the past month compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.8% change. With a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), BMY is expected to mirror the overall market performance in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Stryker čeká, že výsledky za 2Q ukážou návrat odložených tržeb po kybernetickém výpadku a růst v ortopedii díky Mako. Firma potvrdila celoroční upravený EPS 14,90–15,10 USD.
Key Takeaways Stryker's Q2 is expected to benefit from deferred revenue recovery after the prior cyber disruption.SYK is seeing strong Mako adoption, healthy procedure volumes and continued orthopaedics momentum.Stryker expects pricing, manufacturing gains and revenue recovery to help offset cost pressures. Stryker Corporation (SYK - Free Report) is scheduled to release second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, after market close. In the last reported quarter, the company delivered a negative earnings surprise of 12.57%.
Q2 EstimatesThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at $3.46 per share, indicating an increase of 10.5% year over year.
The consensus mark for revenues is pinned at $6.56 billion, implying growth of 8.9% from the prior-year reported figure.
Factors to NoteStryker is expected to report another quarter of healthy underlying performance, supported by resilient procedural demand, continued robotic surgery adoption and strong capital equipment orders. While the company’s first-quarter results were significantly disrupted by a cyber incident that delayed shipments and revenue recognition, management emphasized that underlying market demand remained healthy and reaffirmed full-year organic sales growth guidance of 8-9.5%.
The upcoming quarterly results are likely to reflect the initial recovery from deferred first-quarter revenues, particularly from revenue recognition catch-up in Orthopaedics, while additional recovery from delayed capital equipment shipments is also expected to continue through the second half of the year.
Within the Orthopaedics segment, growth is likely to have been supported by robust procedural volumes, continued market share gains and sustained momentum for the Mako robotic platform. The company delivered a record first quarter for Mako installations despite the cyber disruption, with utilization rates continuing to improve globally.
New product launches, including Mako 4, Mako Shoulder, Mako RPS and Triathlon Gold, are expected to have supported customer interest, while the recently formed Ortho Tech business should have improved commercial execution by combining Mako, enabling technologies and orthopaedic instruments under one organization. Trauma is also likely to have benefited from continued adoption of the Pangea plating system, with European approvals providing an additional growth opportunity.
The MedSurg and Neurotechnology segment is expected to have experienced a more gradual recovery, as capital-intensive businesses such as Medical and Endoscopy were more heavily affected by production shutdowns during the cyber incident. Management indicated that delayed manufacturing of made-to-order products, including beds and other capital equipment, would primarily recover during the second half of the year. Nevertheless, underlying hospital capital spending remains healthy, with an elevated order backlog supporting demand. Continued adoption of LIFEPAK 35, Smart Hospital solutions integrating Vocera and care.ai, and upcoming launches such as Sonopet 4 should provide additional growth support.
Meanwhile, margins are expected to improve sequentially as production normalizes, although tariff-related costs and higher input prices may continue to weigh on gross margin. First-quarter profitability was pressured by lower manufacturing absorption, tariffs and higher interest expense following the Inari acquisition.
However, management maintained its full-year adjusted EPS guidance of $14.90-$15.10, reflecting confidence that deferred revenue recovery, continued pricing discipline, manufacturing efficiencies and operational excellence initiatives will offset near-term cost headwinds as the year progresses.
What the Zacks Model UnveilsOur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Stryker 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. This is not the case here, as you will see below.
Earnings ESP: Earnings ESP, which represents the difference between the Most Accurate Estimate and the Zacks Consensus Estimate, is 0.00% for SYK. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they're reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank: The company carries a Zacks Rank #3 at present.
SYK’s Share Price PerformanceSo far this year, Stryker’s shares have lost 6% compared with the industry’s 20.4% decline. The S&P 500 has gained 7.5% during the said period.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Stocks Worth a LookHere are some stocks worth considering from the broader medical sector, as these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this reporting cycle.
Cardinal Health (CAH - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +1.24% and a Zacks Rank #2 at present. The company is set to release fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 results on Aug. 11. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rankstocks here.
CAH’s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 10.27%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CAH’s fourth-quarter EPS indicates an improvement of 16.4% from the year-ago reported figure.
Henry Schein (HSIC - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +0.41% and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at present. The company is scheduled to release second-quarter 2026 results on Aug. 4.
HSIC’s earnings surpassed estimates in three of the trailing four quarters and missed once, with the average surprise being 3.74%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HSIC’s second-quarter EPS implies an improvement of 10.9% from the year-ago reported figure.
Agilent Technologies (A - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +1.02% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present.
A’s earnings surpassed estimates in three of the trailing four quarters and missed once, the average surprise being 1.61%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for A’s third-quarter fiscal 2026 EPS calls for an improvement of 8% from the year-ago reported figure.
Roblox před výsledky 30. července těží z rychlého růstu uživatelů nad 18 let, kteří ve 1. čtvrtletí tvořili čtvrtinu denních aktivních uživatelů. Skupina 18–34 let vzrostla meziročně o 50 % a monetizuje o více než 50 % lépe než mladší hráči.
The best reason to consider buying Roblox (RBLX -0.10%) stock before its second-quarter earnings report on July 30 is the rapid growth in its higher monetizing over-18 cohort. Winning over older users to the gaming platform is key to management's long-term strategy to capture 10% of the global gaming content market.
As the company made clear in its Q1 shareholder letter: "We are aggressively moving to capture the untapped opportunity to expand our [over 18] user base, the largest segment of the traditional gaming market."
Image source: The Motley Fool.
Over-18 users accounted for a quarter of daily active users in the first quarter, and that share is growing rapidly. The 18-34 cohort grew 50% year over year last quarter. This is very bullish for Roblox, because over-18 players monetize at rates more than 50% higher than under-18 players.
Today's Change
(
-0.10
%) $
-0.05
Current Price
$
47.50
The stock has collapsed this year, but it is largely due to temporary headwinds. Players are now required to verify their age before communicating with other players on the platform. This is necessary for player safety and the long-term health of the platform. But it has pressured near-term engagement, prompting management to lower its full-year bookings guidance (a non-GAAP revenue measure). Bookings are expected to increase between 8% to 12% in 2026.
Nothing has changed Roblox's opportunity. In the long term, an older player base could lead to higher-quality games on the platform, studio partnerships, and graphical upgrades. This would help Roblox achieve its goal of capturing 10% of the gaming content market.
It's impossible to predict how the stock will perform after the earnings report, but from a long-term perspective, it seems an attractive buy. It has already fallen 68% from its previous peak and is trading at a reasonable 22 times trailing free cash flow. If there's one reason to be confident in Roblox's long-term growth trajectory, it's the momentum in its highest-monetizing cohort.
John Ballard has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Roblox. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Strategy MSTR (formerly known as Microstrategy) shares climbed on Monday after the company disclosed it had not purchased any Bitcoin for the fifth consecutive week, instead continuing to build its cash reserves and repurchase preferred shares under its revised capital allocation strategy.
The company said in a filing that it neither bought nor sold Bitcoin during the week ended July 26, leaving its holdings unchanged at 843,775 BTC.
Strategy acquired its Bitcoin treasury at an average purchase price of $75,476 per coin.
Despite the pause in acquisitions, the stock gained as much as 6.8% to $97.88 on Monday, snapping a three-day losing streak.
The move came as Bitcoin also recovered, rising 0.17% over the past 24 hours to $64,576, according to CoinDesk.
The company has not added to its Bitcoin holdings since purchasing 520 BTC on June 22, marking its longest buying pause since adopting its Bitcoin treasury strategy.
Rather than purchasing more Bitcoin, Strategy continued raising capital through equity issuance.
The company sold approximately 5 million common shares during the latest reporting period, generating $544.5 million.
Although Strategy expanded its fundraising options by introducing preferred stock last year, the latest filing suggests common equity remains a significant source of financing.
The filing also showed the company increased its US dollar reserve by roughly $525 million to $3.75 billion.
According to Strategy, the reserve is intended to meet dividend and interest obligations and now covers more than two years of its current annual commitments of about $1.759 billion.
Separately, Strategy repurchased 288,930 STRC preferred shares during the preceding six-day period.
The company has $975 million remaining under its authorization to repurchase preferred shares and another $1 billion available for common stock buybacks.
Chairman Michael Saylor reiterated the company's approach in a post on X.
“Our objective is for STRC to trade near $100 with high liquidity, low volatility, and healthy, sustainable independent demand. We will not issue below $100.”
Strategy previously said it would opportunistically buy and sell its own shares rather than issuing them continuously.
The company has also authorized up to $1.25 billion in potential Bitcoin sales to strengthen its US dollar reserve if needed, while noting that share repurchases will be funded outside that reserve.
Benchmark Equity Research maintained its Buy rating and $570 price target on Strategy, arguing that the company's decision to prioritize liquidity over additional Bitcoin purchases reflects disciplined capital management rather than any change in its long-term strategy.
The brokerage highlighted the increase in cash reserves and continued securities repurchases.
Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer said the larger reserve provides greater flexibility to fund preferred dividend obligations while preserving the company's ability to resume Bitcoin purchases when market conditions improve.
"The company has made clear that it remains a long-term buyer of bitcoin while strengthening its balance sheet," Palmer wrote in a note to clients on Monday.
The brokerage added that Strategy's recently introduced Digital Credit Capital Framework allows management to allocate capital among Bitcoin purchases, reserve building and share repurchases without abandoning its long-term treasury strategy.
Palmer also addressed concerns surrounding the company's preferred securities.
“Strategy’s increase in its USD reserve directly addressed the concern that has dominated the bear case on the company’s perpetual preferred stack, namely that dividend and interest coverage depends on continuous access to equity markets.”
“By pre-funding more than two years of obligations in dollars, Strategy has reduced the near-term sensitivity of those payments to the market’s willingness to absorb new share issuance at any given moment.”
Strategy's Bitcoin treasury is currently valued at roughly $54 billion and represents more than 4% of Bitcoin's maximum supply of 21 million coins.
Plug Power je před výsledky pod tlakem, ale opční trh sází na vysokou volatilitu po zveřejnění čísel. Analytici čekají tržby 170 milionů USD a ztrátu na akcii 8 centů.
Plug Power stock remains in a deep bear market after falling by over 50% from the highest point this year. This retreat will be put to the test on August 7 after the company publishes its financial results. So, will the stock rise or drop after its earnings report?
Plug Power stock normally experiences substantial volatility whenever it publishes its financial results. For example, it jumped by 13% when it released its numbers in April and 30% after its numbers in March.
The options market is positioning itself for high volatility after the earnings release, with the implied volatility for those expiring on August 7 being at 107%. This puts it in the top 25% in terms of volatility.
Barchart data shows that its total put volume stands at 956, while the call volume is at 973. This gives it a put/call volume ratio at 0.98. In terms of open interest, the put and call open interest soared to 1,071 and 7,457, respectively. It has a put/call open interest ratio of 0.14, which is a highly bullish sign as it means that investors are buying more calls than puts.
One potential reason behind the bullish positioning is that analysts predict the company will continue growing, helped by its large deals with Amazon and Walmart.
The average estimate among analysts is that its revenue will come in at $170 million, with one analyst seeing it rising to $173 million.
Notably, the loss per share is expected to improve from 18 cents to 8 cents, a sign that the company is making progress in its profitability ambitions. Plug Power expects that it will turn a net profit in the next few years.
For the year, analysts expect the company to make $813 million, up by 15% YoY, followed by $$962 million next year. There is a likelihood that the company will cross the $1 billion annual revenue mark as soon as next year.
The most recent results showed that Plug Power’s business did well, with its revenue rising by 22% to $163 million. Its gross margin improved to minus 13% from minus 55% in the same period last year.
PLUG stock chart | Source: TradingView
The daily chart shows that the PLUG stock has been in a strong bearish trend, falling from $4.32 in May to the current $2.09. It is slowly approaching the extreme oversold level of the Murrey Math Lines tool.
At the same time, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is nearing the oversold level of 30. It has been falling since peaking at 73 earlier this year.
Therefore, there is a likelihood that the stock will rebound, potentially to the ultimate support level of $2.35. This rebound is possible as the company is highly shorted, with the short interest rising to 24%.
Ventas (NYSE:VTR – Get Free Report) is projected to post its Q2 2026 results after the market closes on Wednesday, July 29th. Analysts expect Ventas to post earnings of $0.1423 per share and revenue of $1.6808 billion for the quarter. Investors may visit the the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning report page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.
Ventas (NYSE:VTR – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, April 27th. The real estate investment trust reported $0.11 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.12 by ($0.01). Ventas had a return on equity of 2.09% and a net margin of 4.25%.The business had revenue of $1.65 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.59 billion. During the same period last year, the business earned $0.84 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 22.0% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts expect Ventas to post $4 EPS for the current fiscal year and $4 EPS for the next fiscal year.
Ventas Trading Up 0.1% Shares of Ventas stock opened at $100.61 on Monday. Ventas has a 1 year low of $65.15 and a 1 year high of $100.84. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.95, a current ratio of 0.25 and a quick ratio of 0.25. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $88.17 and a 200 day moving average price of $84.91. The company has a market capitalization of $48.92 billion, a P/E ratio of 182.94, a P/E/G ratio of 2.16 and a beta of 0.70.
Ventas Dividend Announcement The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, July 16th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, June 30th were given a dividend of $0.52 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Tuesday, June 30th. This represents a $2.08 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.1%. Ventas’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 378.18%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Ventas In other Ventas news, Director Walter C. Rakowich sold 1,152 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Thursday, May 14th. The stock was sold at an average price of $90.20, for a total value of $103,910.40. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 28,349 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,557,079.80. The trade was a 3.90% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, Director Michael J. Embler purchased 2,500 shares of Ventas stock in a transaction on Wednesday, June 3rd. The shares were acquired at an average cost of $78.81 per share, for a total transaction of $197,025.00. Following the purchase, the director owned 19,202 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,513,309.62. This trade represents a 14.97% increase in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this purchase are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders own 0.53% of the company’s stock.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On Ventas Large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. State Street Corp boosted its stake in Ventas by 2.5% in the 4th quarter. State Street Corp now owns 29,662,635 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $2,309,234,000 after buying an additional 735,620 shares during the last quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD increased its stake in shares of Ventas by 27.9% during the 4th quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 9,176,254 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock valued at $710,060,000 after acquiring an additional 2,000,341 shares during the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its stake in shares of Ventas by 5.1% during the 4th quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 6,937,575 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock valued at $536,853,000 after acquiring an additional 336,432 shares during the last quarter. Northern Trust Corp lifted its holdings in shares of Ventas by 1.7% during the 3rd quarter. Northern Trust Corp now owns 6,402,941 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $448,142,000 after acquiring an additional 108,990 shares during the period. Finally, Morgan Stanley lifted its holdings in shares of Ventas by 19.9% during the 4th quarter. Morgan Stanley now owns 6,344,347 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $490,926,000 after acquiring an additional 1,051,836 shares during the period. 94.18% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of equities analysts have recently weighed in on the company. Evercore reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $95.00 price target on shares of Ventas in a report on Wednesday, April 29th. Royal Bank Of Canada increased their price objective on Ventas from $91.00 to $98.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Jefferies Financial Group lifted their price objective on Ventas from $97.00 to $100.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, May 12th. BMO Capital Markets reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $100.00 target price on shares of Ventas in a research note on Monday, May 4th. Finally, Citigroup upped their target price on shares of Ventas from $96.00 to $100.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, May 1st. Fifteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $96.50.
Read Our Latest Research Report on Ventas
About Ventas (Get Free Report)
Ventas, Inc (NYSE: VTR) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in healthcare-related real estate. The company acquires, owns and manages a diversified portfolio of properties serving the healthcare continuum, including senior housing communities, skilled nursing facilities, medical office buildings, life science and research centers, and other properties leased to healthcare providers and operators. Ventas generates revenue through long-term leases, property management and selective development activities focused on meeting the real estate needs of the healthcare sector.
Ventas’ business model combines property ownership with active asset management and capital markets activity.
Recommended Stories Five stocks we like better than Ventas RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit
Receive News & Ratings for Ventas Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Ventas and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
« PREVIOUS HEADLINEAllspring Global Investments Holdings LLC Lowers Holdings in Workday, Inc. $WDAY
NEXT HEADLINE »Dimensional Fund Advisors LP Boosts Stock Position in Veralto Corporation $VLTO
Lido spustilo Core upgrade s Curated Module v2, který zavádí nativní podporu validátorů typu 0x02, bondy a penalizace i jednodušší governance. Současně se mění Community Staking Module a Simple DVT Module se 72 regular clustery se postupně ukončuje.
TLDR:Lido Core continues to evolve alongside Ethereum. This upgrade introduces major improvements across its staking modules, strengthening protocol health and sustainability, improving alignment with Ethereum's roadmap, while advancing decentralization that benefits both Lido and the broader ecosystem.
Curated Module v2 introduces native support for 0x02 validators, bonding and penalty mechanisms, operator classification, and streamlined governance. It will gradually replace the legacy Curated Module as stake migrates to the new module.Community Staking Module expands permissionless participation with the new Identified DVT Cluster (IDVTC) operator type, alongside technical improvements that make the module more reliable and operator-friendly.Simple DVT Module refines to improve its long-term economic and operational sustainability. No action is required from stakers. The upgrade is handled entirely at the protocol level.
About Lido CoreLido Core is the main liquid staking infrastructure of the Lido protocol, where user-deposited ETH is algorithmically allocated to validators run by a diverse set of both permissioned and permissionless Node Operators (NO) through various Staking Modules. The term was established to distinguish the protocol’s foundational architectureーa single pooled modelーfrom new modular staking primitives (stVaults) launched as a part of Lido V3.
Isidoros Passadis, Chief of Staking at Lido Labs Foundation Curated Module v2: Evolving the Largest Lido Staking ModuleThe Curated Module has been the cornerstone of the Lido validator set since the protocol launched in 2020, securing around 90% of all staked ETH in Lido Core as at July 2026. As Ethereum staking continues to evolve, Lido contributors continue advancing the modules to keep Lido Core aligned with Ethereum's roadmap while ensuring long-term protocol sustainability.
Curated Module v2 (CMv2) is the next major step in that evolution, introducing the market-driven operator economics framework, streamlined operations, new mechanisms and dedicated Node Operator types that empower operators to strengthen Ethereum's decentralization.
To ensure smooth adoption the new module will be introduced in two phases:
Phase 1: Core structural changes, including native 0x02 validators support, operator classification and improved incentive alignment, bond-based security and penalty mechanisms, and lower governance friction. Phase 2: Flexible stake distribution mechanism, custom fees, and a strike system. 0x02 Native SupportThe Pectra upgrade introduced 0x02 Withdrawal Credentials (WC) and consolidations, enabling validators to increase their maximum effective balance from 32 ETH to 2,048 ETH. The Lido protocol initially introduced 0x02 with the launch of stVaults in December 2025. Learn more about this novel modular staking primitive here.
Now, Curated Module v2 brings that capability to Lido Core largest staking module. This enables the migration of more than 265,000 existing Curated Module validators from legacy 0x01 WC to 0x02 through validator consolidations.
Curated validator migration will nearly double the share of ETH secured by compounding validators, increasing it from 32.06% to 52.21%. At the same time, it will reduce the total number of validators across the Ethereum network by roughly one third, from approximately 880,000 at the time of writing to ~628,000 post consolidations (not accounting for new validators that may join the network, or other consolidations).
By reducing the number of validators, this migration is expected to meaningfully lower network congestion and Consensus Layer overhead specifically, while further aligning the Lido protocol with Ethereum's roadmap. Once completed, it should bring down the number of attestation messages across the network by approximately 29% each epoch.
Node Operator TypesRather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, CMv2 introduces operator classification that better reflects the diversity of Curated Node Operators.
The new Node Operator Type Framework enables recognition of different levels of contribution to protocol growth, infrastructure resilience, Ethereum public goods and decentralization.
These types include:
Decentralization Operators — entities that run Ethereum nodes across underrepresented geographies and diverse infrastructure and client combinations;Extra Effort Operators — operators contributing additional value to the protocol beyond validator operations: through capital participation, service roles (such as the Lido Oracle or Deposit Security Committee), and governance alignment through LDO holdings and voting activity.Public Good Operators — entities meaningfully involved in building and maintaining core Ethereum Consensus and Execution Layers (CL and EL) client software. These contributions are now reflected in the Curated Module v2 incentive structure, helping ensure that both the Lido protocol and Ethereum continue to thrive together.
This framework formalizes an approach Lido DAO has been following for years, supporting Ethereum client teams and public-good builders through participation in the Curated Module and LEGO grants. To help sustain development of CL and EL clients, seven client teams were onboarded as Curated Node Operators. As of July 1, 2026, they have collectively received 8,710 stETH (~$21 million) in cumulative rewards for operating validators on behalf of Lido stakers.
Beyond CL and EL development support, improving client, geographic, and infrastructure diversity has remained a sustained focus for contributors and Node Operators since the Merge. Coordinated efforts have steadily reduced the protocol’s reliance on any single client, geographic region, or cloud provider, contributing to a more resilient and decentralized Ethereum network.
By fostering balanced usage, Lido continues to strengthen Ethereum’s overall health and network resilience. Explore the Validator and Node Operator Metrics (VaNOM) dashboard, which provides a detailed view of the progress made over the past five years.
Bonding And Penalty MechanismsThe legacy Curated Module was built on trust, relying on operator reputation as a primary guarantee of alignment and reliability. Curated Node Operators were expected to perform to a high standard and compensate stakers and the protocol if losses arose.
As the staking ecosystem matures, Curated Module v2 advances this alignment by introducing ETH-backed bonding and Penalty Framework that enable coverage in cases of operator underperformance, operational downtime, slashing, or EL rewards violations.
Rather than replacing the existing reputation-based model, CMv2 complements it with new bond-based security and accountability mechanisms, better aligning operators’ behavior with stakers and strengthening Lido Core robustness.
Streamlined Governance And Simplified NO ManagementThe current CM design requires on-chain votes even for routine administrative changes, such as updating an operator address. This increases operational overhead and can delay responses to time-sensitive matters.
Curated Module v2 streamlines governance by permissioning routine operational updates and administrative tasks to Node Operators and the Curated Module Committee (CMC) respectively. The DAO retains authority over the composition of the Node Operator set and parameters related to Node Operators and can override or veto changes when necessary.
This approach reduces DAO overhead and reliance on off-chain coordination, while maintaining the security and oversight.
Aleksandra Gusakova, Lido Core Product Lead at Lido Labs Foundation Lido CSM v3Following 1.5 years of real-world battle-testing, the Community Staking Module has proven itself as a highly scalable and reliable permissionless staking avenue. Today, it stands as the largest alternative to vanilla solo staking in the ecosystem, securing over 770,000 staked ETH across estimated 335 active operators, representing roughly 8.5% of Lido TVL and 1.9% of the total network stake.
However, the evolution of Lido’s permissionless staking continues. As part of the Lido Core upgrade, CSM is evolving to become even more resilient and operator-friendly. Alongside several under-the-hood technical optimizations, here are the primary new features that CSM v3 brings to permissionless operators:
Identified DVT Clusters (IDVTC): This new Node Operator type creates a third pathway alongside the default and Identified Community Staker (ICS) options to utilize CSM. IDVTC empowers independent community stakers to run distributed validators via Obol or SSV using the most optimized parameters available in CSM to date:Bond Requirements: A low 1.5 - 0.5 ETH bond per key.Estimated Capital Efficiency: Up to 3.1x compared to solo staking. To learn more about IDVTC and compare all available options, check out lido.fi/csm.
Native Node Operator Reward Splitting: Node Operators can now configure multiple destination addresses to receive rewards, each with customized proportions. This native splitter provides a seamless experience for operators who need to distribute rewards across various individuals or entities. For example, a group running validators as an IDVTC can now manage reward allocations to individual cluster members directly via the CSM widget.Agile Governance for Permissionless Staking Share Limit: To allow the protocol to promptly react to market demand and scale permissionless staking capacity, traditional Aragon governance has been replaced with Easy Track. This enables faster increases to the module’s staking share limit. Simple DVT Module: What's ChangingFollowing the recent Snapshot vote, the 72 regular clusters in the Simple DVT Module (SDVTM) have been wound down.
The Simple DVT Module played a pivotal role in advancing Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) adoption across both Lido and the broader Ethereum ecosystem. It allowed significant expansion of the number of participating Node Operators in Lido Core by more than 300, making Lido's validator set substantially more diverse and decentralized.
Operators from the wound-down clusters have a pathway to continue validating through Lido through the Community Staking Module (CSM) in one of three ways:
Default permissionless path.ICS: Existing SDVTM solo and community stakers are eligible to claim ICS status if they choose to continue as solo operators.IDVTC: Regular cluster participants, wishing to continue running DVT, can form new clusters. Compared with the Simple DVT cluster model, this approach allows operators to self-organize, and, in certain configurations, receive more favorable economic incentives than other CSM operator types. On top of this, the Lido DAO approved a grant framework to recognize the contributions of operators that participated within the Simple DVT regular clusters. Grant details can be found in the Research Forum post.
Super ClustersSuper Clusters, which consist of Advanced Node Operators and members of the Curated Module running larger validator sets, are not affected by this change. They continue operating as planned until the originally approved wind-down date.
Their longer-term future, including a potential migration to another staking module or an earlier wind-down, will be evaluated separately based on market conditions and future governance decisions.
What's NextThe new Curated Module v2 is now live, and the stake migration from the legacy Curated Module will start soon. Given the current Ethereum activation queue of more than 40 days, this process will take time. The CM will remain available as a fallback and will gradually be wound down as stake migrates to CMv2.
The Identified DVT Clusters operator type is also live, and the first eligible operators can claim the type. Applications for the next IDVTC assessment round close on September 21, while applications for the Identified Community Staker status close on September 7, giving prospective operators time to prepare their applications and cluster formation. Apply for ICS and IDVTC here. For all upcoming application deadlines through the end of 2026, see the full assessment calendar on the Research Forum.
Looking AheadCurated Module v2: Phase 2. With the foundations now in place, Lido contributors will continue preparing the second phase of CMv2. It will introduce mechanisms that move Lido closer to a market-driven staking model, where stake can flow dynamically between Node Operators based on transparent parameters such as fees, performance, and contributions to the ecosystem. Follow the discussion on the Research Forum to stay up to date with the latest proposals and development progress.0x02 CSM. While this specific upgrade does not introduce permissionless 0x02 validator support within the current iteration of the CSM, the v3 codebase natively supports the credential type. The Lido DAO has approved the launch of a dedicated module (0x02 CSM), targeted for Q4 2026, designed specifically to enable permissionless node operators using 0x02 withdrawal credentials. This new module will run alongside the existing CSM instance, offering operators full flexibility to choose their preference. To dive deeper into the solution, read the full 0x02 CSM Landscape.
First Trust Advisors LP v 1. čtvrtletí snížil podíl v Corning o 42,3 % a prodal 299 457 akcií. Po prodeji držel 409 159 akcií v hodnotě 55,633 milionu USD.
First Trust Advisors LP reduced its stake in shares of Corning Incorporated (NYSE:GLW – Free Report) by 42.3% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 409,159 shares of the electronics maker’s stock after selling 299,457 shares during the period. First Trust Advisors LP’s holdings in Corning were worth $55,633,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in GLW. Berbice Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in Corning during the fourth quarter worth about $26,000. Basepoint Wealth LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Corning during the 4th quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Kemnay Advisory Services Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Corning during the 4th quarter worth approximately $27,000. Litman Gregory Wealth Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Corning in the 4th quarter worth approximately $31,000. Finally, Evolution Wealth Management Inc. grew its holdings in shares of Corning by 58.8% in the 4th quarter. Evolution Wealth Management Inc. now owns 381 shares of the electronics maker’s stock worth $33,000 after acquiring an additional 141 shares during the period. 69.80% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Several equities analysts recently issued reports on GLW shares. Zacks Research cut Corning from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, May 26th. Bank of America raised their price target on Corning from $223.00 to $243.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, July 6th. Barclays boosted their price objective on shares of Corning from $149.00 to $180.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Friday, May 8th. Weiss Ratings cut shares of Corning from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research note on Friday. Finally, Citigroup raised their target price on shares of Corning from $225.00 to $240.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Monday, July 13th. Nine research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $194.69.
View Our Latest Stock Analysis on GLW
Insider Transactions at Corning In other news, VP John Z. Zhang sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Monday, May 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $198.34, for a total transaction of $1,983,400.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president directly owned 5,138 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,019,070.92. The trade was a 66.06% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. Also, CEO Wendell P. Weeks sold 100,000 shares of the stock in a transaction on Tuesday, June 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $186.46, for a total value of $18,646,000.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 908,353 shares in the company, valued at $169,371,500.38. This trade represents a 9.92% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders sold 160,655 shares of company stock valued at $30,692,560 in the last quarter. Insiders own 0.25% of the company’s stock.
Corning Price Performance GLW stock opened at $146.57 on Monday. The stock has a market capitalization of $126.14 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 70.13, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.93 and a beta of 1.09. The company has a quick ratio of 1.06, a current ratio of 1.61 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.62. Corning Incorporated has a 52-week low of $54.89 and a 52-week high of $271.78. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $188.01 and its 200-day simple moving average is $155.61.
Corning (NYSE:GLW – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Tuesday, April 28th. The electronics maker reported $0.70 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.69 by $0.01. Corning had a return on equity of 19.45% and a net margin of 11.09%.The firm had revenue of $4.34 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.30 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $0.54 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 18.1% compared to the same quarter last year. Corning has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 0.730-0.770 EPS. Equities research analysts expect that Corning Incorporated will post 3.18 EPS for the current year.
Corning Announces Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 29th. Investors of record on Monday, August 31st will be given a $0.28 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, August 31st. This represents a $1.12 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.8%. Corning’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 53.59%.
About Corning (Free Report)
Corning Incorporated is a global manufacturer specializing in specialty glass, ceramics and related materials and technologies. Headquartered in Corning, New York, the company supplies engineered materials and components used across multiple industries, including consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive emissions control, pharmaceutical and life sciences, and industrial and scientific applications. Corning emphasizes materials science and precision manufacturing to develop durable, high-performance glass and ceramic products.
Key product lines include specialty display glass used by television and mobile-device manufacturers, cover glass marketed under well-known trade names for smartphones and tablets, and optical fiber and cable and related hardware for telecommunications networks.
Featured Articles Five stocks we like better than Corning RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit
Receive News & Ratings for Corning Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Corning and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
« PREVIOUS HEADLINEFirst Trust Advisors LP Has $53.23 Million Position in Otter Tail Corporation $OTTR
NEXT HEADLINE »Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. $PB Shares Sold by First Trust Advisors LP
Compound Planning Inc. v 1. čtvrtletí snížila podíl v Dell Technologies o 31,1 % a prodala 2 699 akcií. Po obchodu držela 5 982 akcií v hodnotě 982 000 USD.
Compound Planning Inc. reduced its stake in shares of Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:DELL – Free Report) by 31.1% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 5,982 shares of the technology company’s stock after selling 2,699 shares during the quarter. Compound Planning Inc.’s holdings in Dell Technologies were worth $982,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Commonwealth Retirement Investments LLC bought a new stake in shares of Dell Technologies in the 4th quarter worth about $25,000. Rossby Financial LCC lifted its holdings in Dell Technologies by 968.4% during the 4th quarter. Rossby Financial LCC now owns 203 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $26,000 after purchasing an additional 184 shares during the last quarter. Portus Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position in Dell Technologies in the first quarter valued at about $35,000. Kemnay Advisory Services Inc. acquired a new position in Dell Technologies in the fourth quarter valued at about $29,000. Finally, Navalign LLC bought a new stake in Dell Technologies during the fourth quarter worth about $29,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 76.37% of the company’s stock.
Key Dell Technologies News Here are the key news stories impacting Dell Technologies this week:
Positive Sentiment: Dell was selected by Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station to build the IGNITE secure AI and high-performance computing platform, a contract that adds to Dell’s AI/HPC momentum and highlights its role in national research infrastructure. Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Selects Dell Technologies to Build a Secure AI Platform for National Research Positive Sentiment: Investor optimism around AI servers is spreading across the sector, with reports pointing to Dell’s exposure to Nvidia-powered AI server demand as a key reason the stock has been moving higher. Dell Technologies (DELL) Climbs 9.3% on Booming Demand for Nvidia-Powered AI Servers Positive Sentiment: Analyst commentary is also leaning bullish, with several forecasts suggesting Dell still has room to run as AI server growth remains a major theme for the stock. Dell To Rally More Than 17%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Friday Neutral Sentiment: Some market coverage notes that Dell’s AI story is improving, but also flags new risks, suggesting investors are still weighing upside from AI demand against margin and execution concerns. Dell’s AI Story Gains Traction but New Risks Are Emerging Negative Sentiment: One concern for Dell remains margin pressure tied to the AI server buildout, which could limit how much of the AI demand boom translates into profits. Prediction: Dell Technologies Stock Could Be 30% Higher by This Time Next Year Dell Technologies Trading Down 0.2% Shares of DELL stock opened at $436.43 on Monday. Dell Technologies Inc. has a 1 year low of $110.22 and a 1 year high of $469.47. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $390.33 and its 200-day moving average is $239.74. The firm has a market capitalization of $282.85 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 34.66, a PEG ratio of 0.93 and a beta of 1.31.
Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, May 28th. The technology company reported $4.86 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.96 by $1.90. Dell Technologies had a net margin of 6.28% and a negative return on equity of 366.90%. The business had revenue of $43.84 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $35.74 billion. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $1.55 earnings per share. Dell Technologies’s revenue for the quarter was up 87.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Dell Technologies has set its FY 2027 guidance at 17.900-17.900 EPS and its Q2 2027 guidance at 4.800-4.800 EPS. On average, equities research analysts forecast that Dell Technologies Inc. will post 17.77 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Dell Technologies Dividend Announcement The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, July 31st. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, July 21st will be paid a $0.63 dividend. This represents a $2.52 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.6%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, July 21st. Dell Technologies’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 20.02%.
Insider Transactions at Dell Technologies In other news, Director Spv-2 L.P. Sl sold 59,492 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, July 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $453.54, for a total value of $26,982,001.68. Following the transaction, the director owned 89,222 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $40,465,745.88. This trade represents a 40.00% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, Director Silver Lake Partners V. De (Aiv sold 34,869 shares of Dell Technologies stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, July 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $453.54, for a total transaction of $15,814,486.26. Following the sale, the director owned 43,961 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $19,938,071.94. This represents a 44.23% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last ninety days, insiders have sold 3,434,758 shares of company stock worth $1,448,870,683. Insiders own 41.50% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of research firms have recently issued reports on DELL. Citic Securities lifted their target price on shares of Dell Technologies from $160.00 to $505.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, June 1st. Loop Capital increased their price target on Dell Technologies from $150.00 to $550.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, May 29th. Piper Sandler raised their price target on Dell Technologies from $167.00 to $497.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Friday, May 29th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their price objective on Dell Technologies from $280.00 to $500.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Friday, May 29th. Finally, Susquehanna set a $289.00 price objective on Dell Technologies and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Friday, May 29th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty have given a Buy rating, ten have given a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Dell Technologies has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $494.67.
Check Out Our Latest Analysis on DELL
Dell Technologies Company Profile (Free Report)
Dell Technologies Inc is a multinational technology company that designs, manufactures and sells a broad range of information technology products, solutions and services. Its offerings span client computing devices (consumer and commercial laptops and desktops), enterprise infrastructure (servers, storage systems and networking equipment), software and cloud infrastructure, and a variety of professional services such as IT consulting, deployment, managed services and financing solutions. The company serves organizations of all sizes as well as individual consumers, with products and services aimed at enabling digital transformation and modern IT environments.
Founded by Michael Dell in 1984, the company grew from a direct-to-consumer PC business into a diversified IT provider through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Read More Five stocks we like better than Dell Technologies RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit
Receive News & Ratings for Dell Technologies Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Dell Technologies and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
« PREVIOUS HEADLINECetera Investment Advisers Has $28.57 Million Position in Dell Technologies Inc. $DELL
NEXT HEADLINE »Ascension Capital Advisors Inc. Raises Holdings in JPMorgan Chase & Co. $JPM
Delta Global Management LP v 1. čtvrtletí nově nakoupila 4 011 akcií Yum! Brands za zhruba 624 000 USD. Generální ředitel Aaron Powell mezitím prodal 6 001 akcií za 962 680,42 USD.
Delta Global Management LP bought a new position in Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM – Free Report) in the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm bought 4,011 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock, valued at approximately $624,000.
Other hedge funds have also bought and sold shares of the company. OMERS ADMINISTRATION Corp grew its holdings in shares of Yum! Brands by 135.7% during the first quarter. OMERS ADMINISTRATION Corp now owns 24,020 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $3,735,000 after buying an additional 13,830 shares during the last quarter. Lombard Odier Asset Management Switzerland SA raised its stake in Yum! Brands by 21.9% in the 1st quarter. Lombard Odier Asset Management Switzerland SA now owns 35,110 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $5,459,000 after acquiring an additional 6,300 shares during the last quarter. Waverly Advisors LLC raised its stake in Yum! Brands by 30.3% in the 1st quarter. Waverly Advisors LLC now owns 14,408 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $2,240,000 after acquiring an additional 3,347 shares during the last quarter. Entropy Technologies LP lifted its position in Yum! Brands by 25.4% during the 1st quarter. Entropy Technologies LP now owns 37,926 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $5,897,000 after acquiring an additional 7,676 shares during the period. Finally, Bridgewater Advisors Inc. grew its stake in Yum! Brands by 3.5% during the 1st quarter. Bridgewater Advisors Inc. now owns 2,108 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $311,000 after purchasing an additional 72 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 82.37% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of brokerages have recently weighed in on YUM. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued a “sector perform” rating and issued a $165.00 price objective on shares of Yum! Brands in a report on Monday, April 20th. BMO Capital Markets reaffirmed a “market perform” rating and set a $168.00 target price on shares of Yum! Brands in a report on Monday, May 4th. Weiss Ratings downgraded shares of Yum! Brands from a “buy (b+)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Wednesday, May 6th. Evercore reissued an “outperform” rating on shares of Yum! Brands in a research report on Tuesday, June 16th. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft set a $177.00 price objective on shares of Yum! Brands in a research note on Thursday, April 30th. Eleven analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have issued a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $174.81.
Check Out Our Latest Stock Report on YUM
Insider Buying and Selling In other Yum! Brands news, CEO Aaron Powell sold 6,001 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, July 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $160.42, for a total value of $962,680.42. Following the sale, the chief executive officer owned 12,003 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,925,521.26. This represents a 33.33% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through this link. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, CEO Christopher Lee Turner sold 270 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, June 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $148.14, for a total transaction of $39,997.80. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 64,282 shares in the company, valued at $9,522,735.48. The trade was a 0.42% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders sold a total of 12,423 shares of company stock valued at $1,953,721 in the last three months. 0.14% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Yum! Brands Stock Performance NYSE YUM opened at $148.82 on Monday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $154.06 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $156.76. The firm has a market capitalization of $41.02 billion, a P/E ratio of 24.00, a PEG ratio of 1.88 and a beta of 0.56. Yum! Brands, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $137.33 and a fifty-two week high of $170.14.
Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Wednesday, April 29th. The restaurant operator reported $1.50 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.39 by $0.11. Yum! Brands had a negative return on equity of 23.51% and a net margin of 20.48%.The firm had revenue of $2.06 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.04 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $1.30 earnings per share. The company’s revenue was up 15.2% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, analysts forecast that Yum! Brands, Inc. will post 6.74 earnings per share for the current year.
Yum! Brands Dividend Announcement The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, June 12th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, May 27th were issued a $0.75 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, May 27th. This represents a $3.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.0%. Yum! Brands’s payout ratio is presently 48.39%.
Yum! Brands declared that its board has authorized a share repurchase plan on Tuesday, June 16th that permits the company to repurchase $4.00 billion in shares. This repurchase authorization permits the restaurant operator to buy up to 9.4% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are usually a sign that the company’s board believes its shares are undervalued.
About Yum! Brands (Free Report)
Yum! Brands, Inc (NYSE: YUM) is a global quick-service restaurant company that develops, operates and franchises a portfolio of well-known restaurant brands. The company’s principal brands are KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell, each focused on distinct product categories—KFC on fried chicken and related menu items, Pizza Hut on pizza and complementary offerings, and Taco Bell on Mexican-inspired quick-service food. Yum! is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and was formed as Tricon Global Restaurants in 1997 when PepsiCo spun off its restaurant businesses, later adopting the Yum! Brands name.
The company’s operating model centers on brand development, system growth and franchising; a large portion of its restaurants are operated by independent franchisees, and Yum! generates revenue through franchise royalties and fees in addition to sales from company-operated locations.
Recommended Stories Five stocks we like better than Yum! Brands RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit Want to see what other hedge funds are holding YUM? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM – Free Report).
Receive News & Ratings for Yum! Brands Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Yum! Brands and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
Key Takeaways Yum! Brands' Q2 EPS is expected to rise 10.4% YoY, while revenues are projected to increase 12.8%.YUM's Taco Bell growth may reflect menu innovation, digital ordering and loyalty engagement.Yum! Brands faces higher marketing and project costs, plus $5 million in closure expenses. Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM - Free Report) is scheduled to report second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, before the opening bell.
YUM’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters and missed twice, the average surprise being 3%.
Trend in the Estimate Revision of YUMThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at $1.59, indicating a rise of 10.4% from $1.44 reported in the year-ago quarter.
For revenues, the consensus mark is pegged at $2.18 billion. The metric suggests a rise of 12.8% from the year-ago quarter’s figure.
Let us take a look at how things might have shaped up in the quarter to be reported.
Factors Likely to Shape YUM’s Quarterly ResultsRevenues
Yum! Brands' second-quarter performance is likely to have benefited from continued strength at Taco Bell, robust international expansion and sustained digital momentum. The company's "Raise the Bar" strategy, centered on consumer engagement, restaurant economics and Byte by Yum!, is expected to have supported growth in the quarter.
Taco Bell is likely to have remained the primary growth driver. Management highlighted continued momentum from the Luxe Value Menu, menu innovation, improved consumer satisfaction and transaction growth. Digital ordering, loyalty engagement and AI-enabled initiatives, including dynamic drive-thru menu boards, are also expected to have supported same-store sales and market-share gains.
Our model predicts second-quarter revenues from Taco Bell and KFC to rise 6.1% and 17.9% year over year, to $754.1 million and $1 billion, respectively.
KFC's international business is also expected to have supported revenues through menu innovation, beverage expansion and industry-leading unit growth. Continued restaurant development across key international markets, coupled with confidence in the brand's development pipeline despite geopolitical uncertainty, is likely to have contributed to system sales growth. Digital initiatives are expected to have remained another growth catalyst. Expansion of the Byte platform, increasing AI adoption and continued growth in loyalty programs are likely to have enhanced customer engagement and supported sales across the company's brands. Our model predicts second-quarter property and franchise revenues to rise 9.4% year over year to $913.8 million.
Earnings
Yum! Brands' margins are expected to have benefited from continued strength at Taco Bell and improving restaurant-level profitability at KFC. Management raised Taco Bell U.S. restaurant-level margin guidance following stronger-than-expected sales momentum, while KFC's ongoing focus on restaurant economics and operating efficiencies is likely to have supported profitability.
However, profitability is likely to have been partly offset by higher marketing and innovation investments, increased franchise and license expenses related to the Hut Forward initiative, and the timing of project-related G&A spending. In addition, Habit Burger's store optimization efforts are expected to result in approximately $5 million of non-cash closure expenses during the quarter. Our model predicts the second quarter total costs and revenues to rise 10.1% year over year to $1.44 billion.
What Our Model Says About YUM StockOur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Yum! Brands this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. However, that's not the case here.
Earnings ESP for YUM: Yum! Brands has an Earnings ESP of -0.63%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Yum! Brands’ Zacks Rank: The company currently has a Zacks Rank #3.
Stocks With the Favorable CombinationHere are some stocks worth considering from the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector that investors may consider, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat.
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (BJRI - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +7.51% and a Zacks Rank of 2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
In the to-be-reported quarter, BJRI's earnings are expected to decline 10.3%. BJRI's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 136%.
CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +20.30% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, CAVA’s earnings are expected to increase 6.3%. CAVA's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 16.6%.
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.76% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Cheesecake Factory’s earnings are expected to register a 0.9% year-over-year rise. Cheesecake Factory’s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average beat of 6.7%.
Ovintiv ve 2. čtvrtletí vykázal upravený EPS 1,74 USD, pod odhadem 1,91 USD, ale výnosy vzrostly o 30 % na 3 mld. USD a překonaly očekávání. Firma zároveň uzavřela prodej aktiv Anadarko za zhruba 2,82 mld. USD.
Key Takeaways Ovintiv posted Q2 EPS below estimates, while revenues rose 30% YoY and beat expectations.OVV increased operating cash flow, closed its Anadarko asset sale and returned $429M to shareholders.Ovintiv reaffirmed 2026 capital spending and updated production guidance while issuing the Q3 outlook. Ovintiv Inc. (OVV - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings per share of $1.74, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.91 due to decreased year-over-year production volumes, increased expenses and lower average realized natural gas prices. However, the bottom line increased from the year-ago level of $1.02, driven by higher natural gas volumes and higher average realized oil prices.
The Denver, CO-based oil and gas exploration and production company’s total revenues of $3 billion increased 30% from the year-ago quarter’s figures. The top line also beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 28.2%. The outperformance was driven by higher product and service revenues.
On July 23, 2026, Ovintiv's board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of 30 cents per share, which will be paid on Sept. 29 to its shareholders of record as of Sept. 15.
First-quarter shareholder returns totaled $429 million, consisting of share buybacks of $345 million and base dividend payments of $84 million.
During the quarter, the company closed the sale of its Anadarko assets for total cash proceeds of about $2.82 billion after preliminary closing adjustments and transaction costs.
OVV’s Q2 Production & PricesTotal second-quarter production was 614,600 barrels of oil equivalent per day (BOE/d) compared with 615,300 BOE/d in the prior-year period. The figure marginally missed our prediction of 615,000 BOE/d.
Natural gas production increased to 1,959 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) in the second quarter of 2026 from 1,851 MMcf/d in the prior-year quarter. However, the figure lagged our estimate of 2,001 MMcf/d.
Total liquids production decreased to 288.2 thousand barrels per day (Mbbls/d) in the second quarter of 2026 from 306.7 Mbbls/d in the prior-year quarter. However, the figure beat our prediction of 283 Mbbls/d.
In the second quarter of 2026, natural gas contributed approximately 53.1%, and liquids accounted for about 46.9% of the total production.
Ovintiv's realized natural gas price was $1.99 per thousand cubic feet compared with the year-ago level of $2.38. However, the realized oil price increased substantially to $91.53 per barrel from $65.23 in the prior-year quarter.
OVV’s Costs, Capex & Balance SheetTotal expenses of $2 billion increased 11.7% from the year-ago quarter’s figure of $1.8 billion. Moreover, the figure was higher than our projection of $1.6 billion.
Ovintiv’s cash from operating activities in the quarter under review was $1.6 billion, compared to the year-ago figure of $1 billion.
OVV's capital investments were $574 million compared with $521 million in the year-ago period. The company generated a non-GAAP free cash flow of $682 million in the reported quarter.
As of June 30, OVV had cash and cash equivalents worth $700 million and long-term debt of $3.7 billion. Its debt-to-capitalization was 24.3%.
OVV’s Asset PerformanceIn the second quarter of 2026, average production from the Permian Basin reached approximately 231 MBOE/d, with liquids making up 78% of the total. A total of 38 net wells were brought online during the period. For the full year 2026, capital spending in this region is projected to be between $1.325 billion and $1.375 billion, supporting the development of around five rigs and 125-135 net wells.
From the Montney play, second-quarter output averaged 374 MBOE/d, with liquids contributing about 27% of the volume. The company turned in 40 net wells during the quarter. Full-year 2026 capital expenditures for Montney are expected to be between $875 million and $925 million, supporting the development of six rigs and 130-140 net well additions.
OVV’s Q3 & 2026 GuidanceOvintiv revised its full-year 2026 guidance while issuing third-quarter projections. The company expects full-year production volumes to average between 630 and 645 MBOE/d, including oil and condensate production of 210 to 212 Mbbls/d, NGL production of 83 to 85 Mbbls/d and natural gas production of 2 to 2.1 Bcf/d. Ovintiv’s 2026 capital investment remains unchanged in the range of $2.25 billion to $2.35 billion, reflecting its continued focus on disciplined capital allocation and operational efficiency.
For the third quarter of 2026, this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company expects production between 615 and 640 MBOE/d with capital spending of $550 million to $600 million.
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Important Earnings at a GlanceWhile we have discussed OVV’s second-quarter results in detail, let us take a look at three other key reports in this space.
Halliburton Company (HAL - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted net income per share of 55 cents, marginally beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 54 cents. The outperformance was backed by year-over-year revenue growth. However, the bottom line was flat compared with the prior-year level. Meanwhile, the company’s second-quarter revenues of $5.7 billion were up 3.7% year over year and beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.5 billion. The outperformance was driven by higher revenues in both segments of the company — the Completion and Production segment and the Drilling and Evaluation segment.
Halliburton reported second-quarter capital expenditure of $235 million. As of June 30, 2026, the company had approximately $2 billion in cash/cash equivalents and $7.1 billion in long-term debt, representing a debt-to-capitalization of 39%.
Liberty Energy Inc. (LBRT - Free Report) reported a second-quarter 2026 adjusted net profit of 9 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 7 cents. The outperformance was driven by the company’s focus on AI-driven technology advancements and strong operational execution. However, the bottom line decreased from the year-ago quarter’s profit of 12 cents due to increased year-over-year costs and expenses. LBRT's revenues totaled $1.2 billion, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.1 billion. The top line also increased from the prior-year quarter’s $1 billion by 14%, supported by record utilization and a modest pricing uplift along with higher product sales.
As of June 30, Liberty Energy had approximately $555.4 million in cash and cash equivalents. The pressure pumper’s long-term debt of $1.3 billion represented a debt-to-capitalization of 39.5%.
Houston, TX-based oil and gas storage and transportation company Kinder Morgan Inc. (KMI - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of 37 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 31 cents by 19.35%. Earnings increased 32.1% from 28 cents in the year-ago quarter. Revenues increased 10.8% year over year to $4.48 billion from the prior year’s figure of $4.04 billion. Revenues surpassed the consensus estimate of $4.29 billion by 4.43%.
Cash flow from operations was $1.96 billion in the quarter. Meanwhile, free cash flow was $978 million and free cash flow after dividends reached $313 million. As of June 30, 2026, KMI reported $89 million in cash and cash equivalents. Net debt stood at $32.03 billion at quarter-end.
Rivian vzrostl v pondělí o 4 % po zvýšení doporučení od Piper Sandler na Overweight z Neutral. Analytik čeká silnější poptávku, hladší rozjezd R2 a lepší bilanci.
Rivian Automotive RIVN stock moved 4% higher on Monday after Piper Sandler upgraded the electric vehicle maker ahead of its second-quarter earnings report, citing improving demand, a smoother-than-expected R2 launch and a stronger balance sheet.
Piper Sandler analyst Alexander Potter upgraded Rivian to Overweight from Neutral and raised his price target to $20 from $18, implying about 26% upside from Friday's closing price.
Rivian is scheduled to report its second-quarter 2026 financial results after the market closes on Thursday, July 30.
The upgrade comes weeks after Rivian raised its full-year delivery outlook following stronger-than-expected second-quarter production and delivery results, signaling improving momentum for the EV manufacturer.
Potter said Rivian is entering earnings in a stronger position than it was several months ago, pointing to improved vehicle demand and encouraging progress with the company's R2 sport utility vehicle.
According to the analyst, higher gasoline prices and renewed consumer interest in electric vehicles have helped support Rivian's delivery outlook.
He also believes the company has largely avoided the production issues that often accompany new vehicle launches, reducing a key execution risk.
Potter's note said the upgrade rests on “a de-risked balance sheet, a smooth R2 ramp, and an improved demand outlook.”
The analyst described the R2 as a pivotal product for Rivian, with deliveries expected to reach between 20,000 and 25,000 units this year despite a brief paint-related production pause.
The report also highlighted Rivian's vertically integrated software strategy.
As production volumes increase, Potter expects the company to generate more revenue from software and services.
Initial R2 production includes a Launch Package featuring a lifetime subscription to Autonomy+, Rivian's driver-assistance platform that the company plans to offer as a recurring subscription service in the future.
Another key factor behind Piper Sandler's upgrade was Rivian's recent capital raise.
Earlier this month, the company announced plans to sell 75 million shares, raising about $1.5 billion.
Rivian said part of the proceeds would be used to meet equity requirements tied to its US Department of Energy loan agreement.
Potter believes the additional capital reduces the risk of future shareholder dilution while providing funding to support the company's long-term growth plans.
The latest upgrade also marks a significant shift in Potter's long-term view of Rivian.
The analyst initiated coverage after Rivian's 2021 initial public offering with an Overweight rating and a $148 price target before downgrading the stock in 2023 and again in 2025 as funding concerns and a lack of near-term catalysts weighed on the outlook.
In March 2025, Potter lowered Rivian to Neutral, calling it his “favorite Neutral” while identifying the R2 launch as the company's next major catalyst.
He also argued that the Volkswagen joint venture would help strengthen Rivian's balance sheet, a view reflected in Monday's assessment.
Despite the latest upgrade, the new $20 price target remains well below Potter's original $148 target set shortly after Rivian's public listing.
Overall, Wall Street maintains a Hold consensus rating on Rivian based on seven Buy ratings, six Hold ratings and four Sell ratings. The average analyst price target of $17.94 implies about 13% upside from current levels.
CME Group zavedla hotovostně vypořádané single-stock futures na 55 amerických akcií včetně SpaceX a Micron Technology. Kontrakty se obchodují téměř 24 hodin denně a umožňují long i short pozice na marži.
Investors looking to wager on stocks such as SpaceX and Micron Technology now have a new tool: single-stock futures that trade for nearly 24 hours a day.
CME Group on Monday launched cash-settled single-stock futures on 55 U.S. equities, along with micro-sized contracts on 22 names, marking the exchange's push into a market designed to let investors take leveraged long or short positions around the clock.
The contracts trade on CME's Globex platform from Sunday evening through Friday afternoon, with a one-hour daily maintenance break, enabling investors to respond to earnings and other market-moving events outside regular U.S. stock market hours.
The lineup includes futures tied to SpaceX, one of Wall Street's most closely watched recent IPOs, as well as Micron Technology, Nvidia, Tesla and Apple. Standard contracts represent 100 shares of the underlying stock, while micro contracts represent 10 shares.
"Retail brokers have characterized the launch as the year's largest retail growth catalyst, with more than 35 retail partners targeting day one/week one readiness," Morgan Stanley analyst Michael Cyprys said in a note.
CME said the products are designed to offer a simpler way to express bullish or bearish views than options. Unlike options, single-stock futures do not involve time decay or changing implied volatility, while requiring only a fraction of the capital needed because they are traded on margin. The contracts are cash settled, with final settlement based on the stock's official closing price at expiration. They do not represent ownership in the companies.
The exchange said it may expand the lineup beyond the initial 55 stocks based on customer demand and its listing standards.
Exchange stocks like CME have come under pressure this year as perpetual futures emerging on overseas exchanges are seen as a rising threat to the traditional trading businesses even though most are currently not legal in the U.S.
CME, YTD
Kalshi and Coinbase were given the greenlight this year by the CFTC to offer cryptocurreny related 'perps', which are futures contracts without an expiration date. The regulatory move was seen as foreshadowing a wider approval for these types of products on equities. The overseas equity perps were in the spotlight ahead of the SpaceX IPO with international platforms like Hyperliquid offering perpetual futures in the Elon Musk space company ahead of its official debut.
DAX na začátku týdne přidal 1,04 % a táhly ho hlavně SAP (+7,9 %) po spuštění další části odkupu akcií až za 2,6 mld. EUR. Hochtief po výsledcích za druhé čtvrtletí oslabil o 3,0 %.
Německé akcie, měřené indexem DAX, na začátku týdne vzrostly o více než 1 %. Nejvíce posílily akcie SAP (+7,9 %), Scout24 (+4,8 %) a Zalando (+4,1 %). Společnost SAP zahájila další část programu zpětného odkupu akcií v objemu až 2,6 mld. EUR. Odkup potrvá do 27. ledna 2027 a je součástí programu v celkové hodnotě až 10 mld. EUR, který má skončit na konci roku 2027. Naopak nejvíce oslabily akcie Infineon Technologies (-4,5 %), Hochtief (-3,0 %) a RWE (-2,6 %). Společnost Hochtief zveřejnila výsledky za druhý kvartál. Tržby společnosti meziročně vzrostly o 14 % na 10,74 mld. EUR a překonaly očekávání 10,6 mld. EUR. Provozní zisk před zdaněním dosáhl 400,5 mil. EUR při očekávání 385 mil. EUR a provozní čistý zisk činil 257,6 mil. EUR při analytickém odhadu 245,3 mil. EUR.
Celoevropský index STOXX Europe 600 aktuálně posiluje o 0,07 %. Z jednotlivých sektorů rostou komunikační služby (+2,28 %), cyklické spotřební zboží (+1,57 %) a zdravotní péče (+1,36 %). Naopak největší ztráty zaznamenávají informační technologie (-4,33 %), energie (-1,98 %) a utility (-1,05 %).
Index DAX +1,04 % na 25361,03 b. Nejsilnější akcie Změna Nejslabší akcie Změna SAP (SAP) +7,9 % Infineon Technologies (IFX) -4,5 % Scout24 SE (G24) +4,8 % HOCHTIEF AG (HOT) -3,0 % Zalando (ZAL) +4,1 % RWE (RWE) -2,6 % Adidas (ADS) +3,5 % E.ON (EOAN) -2,5 % Deutsche Telekom (DTE) +2,6 % Siemens Energy (ENR) -2,0 % Zdroj: Bloomberg
Central Garden & Pet uzavřel dohodu o koupi většinového podílu v německé společnosti TRIXIE. Firma to označila za expanzi pet byznysu a vstupní platformu pro Evropu.
3 Small-Cap Stocks on the Way to Bigger and Better DaysCentral Garden & Pet NASDAQ: CENT said it has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in TRIXIE, a German pet supplies company, in a transaction CEO Niko Lahanas described as a major expansion of the company’s pet business and a platform for Europe.
Lahanas said the combination would make Central and TRIXIE “the largest pet supplies company globally,” while providing Central with what he called a strong beachhead in the European market. The company did not disclose a purchase price during the call, but management said the acquisition was valued at a high-single-digit multiple before synergies.
Get Central Garden & Pet alerts:
MarketBeat ‘Stock of the Week’: Central Garden & Pet “We feel like a lot of the risk has been taken out of the business because of the valuation that we’re getting it at,” Lahanas said. CFO Brad Smith added that the cited multiple excludes anticipated synergies.
Founder Exit Created Acquisition Opportunity Lahanas said Central first visited TRIXIE in Germany in December and had since conducted diligence and negotiated valuation. He characterized the transaction as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” noting similarities between the companies, including TRIXIE’s founder-inspired culture.
Growth Ahead for Central Garden & PetAccording to Lahanas, TRIXIE’s founder was seeking to exit the business and establish a foundation. The asset was offered through an auction process, though Central’s management team developed a strong relationship with TRIXIE’s leadership, he said.
“The first meeting we had, it felt like we’d known each other for 10 years,” Lahanas said, describing the cultural fit as an important factor in the deal.
Management said the process required extensive diligence because TRIXIE is a private German company and uses accounting practices that differ from those commonly used by Central.
European Platform and Potential Synergies Central views TRIXIE as the largest player in Europe’s non-food pet-supplies market, supported by logistics capabilities, product assortment and a sales force. Lahanas said the company’s research indicates that Europe has a more fragmented market and potentially lower acquisition multiples than the U.S.
While Central sees potential for additional European opportunities over time, Lahanas said the company intends first to focus on onboarding and integrating TRIXIE.
“We don’t want to get too ahead of ourselves, though,” Lahanas said. “We’ve got to kind of digest this one around integration and just overall onboarding.”
Management outlined several potential opportunities from the transaction:
Cost synergies between the businesses. Distribution of Central-manufactured products in Europe through TRIXIE’s sales and logistics network. Broader U.S. distribution for selected TRIXIE products. Development of TRIXIE’s e-commerce capabilities, which Central said are underdeveloped. Potentially expanding Central’s exposure to the cat category, where TRIXIE has an existing presence. Lahanas said Central would initially prioritize nearer-term synergies, while longer-term opportunities could be substantial.
Margins Expected to Be Accretive Despite Recent Sales Declines Management said TRIXIE’s margins are expected to be accretive to Central’s pet business, and that the transaction itself is expected to be accretive. However, the company said TRIXIE’s sales have declined by low single digits in recent years, reflecting what Lahanas described as a post-pandemic slowdown similar to conditions experienced by pet businesses in the U.S.
Central said it has seen “green shoots” suggesting a return to revenue growth, although management cautioned that a turnaround could take time.
TRIXIE is weighted toward durable pet products, but Central said consumables within the business have recently been growing faster than durables. Lahanas said Central’s consumable dog and cat offerings could help shift TRIXIE’s product mix.
Smith distinguished TRIXIE’s durable-products business from Central’s U.S. durable operations. He said Central has been reducing lower-margin private-label durable product lines in the U.S., whereas TRIXIE is primarily focused on branded, premium-oriented products designed in-house and sold with what management considers compelling margins.
Integration to Emphasize Culture in First Year TRIXIE will be incorporated into Central’s dog and cat business under the leadership of Senior Vice President of Dog & Cat Glen Axelrod, according to Lahanas. He said the companies already use the same enterprise resource planning system, which could help speed certain integration efforts.
Still, Lahanas said Central plans to proceed carefully, particularly during the first year of ownership, to preserve TRIXIE’s culture and avoid disrupting the business.
“For the first year, we’re going to be really culture, and it’s something that we want to be really careful with and not disrupt,” he said. “We don’t want to screw it up.”
About Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT)Central Garden & Pet NASDAQ: CENT is a leading North American specialty retailer, manufacturer and distributor serving the lawn and garden and pet supplies markets. The company operates through two primary segments: Pet and Garden. In the Pet segment, Central Garden & Pet offers a comprehensive range of products including pet food, treats, accessories, training products and habitat solutions for dogs, cats, birds, fish and small animals. The Garden segment encompasses a wide array of lawn, garden and outdoor living products, such as soils, fertilizers, planters, pest control solutions, landscape lighting and watering equipment.
Central Garden & Pet's product portfolio includes both proprietary and branded offerings.
This instant news alert was generated by narrative science technology and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest reporting and unbiased coverage. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].
Should You Invest $1,000 in Central Garden & Pet Right Now?Before you consider Central Garden & Pet, you'll want to hear this.
MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. MarketBeat has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and Central Garden & Pet wasn't on the list.
While Central Garden & Pet currently has a Moderate Buy rating among analysts, top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys.
View The Five Stocks Here
Tesla, Nvidia, and Google helped shape the last era of market growth, but the next wave could come from a new group of companies. Inside this report, you’ll find 7 stocks that could play a major role in the next tech-driven market boom.
Entergy čeká za 2Q tržby 3,54 miliardy USD, tedy meziroční růst o 6,2 %. EPS má podle konsenzu klesnout na 96 centů, což znamená meziroční pokles o 8,6 %.
Key Takeaways Entergy's Q2 sales estimate of $3.54 billion implies year-over-year growth of 6.2%.Higher retail, industrial and data-center demand may have supported Entergy's quarterly results.June storm outages in Louisiana likely increased Entergy's repair and restoration expenses. Entergy Corporation (ETR - Free Report) is scheduled to release its second-quarter 2026 earnings on July 29, before market open. The company delivered a negative earnings surprise of 3.37% in the last reported quarter.
Let’s discuss the factors that are likely to be reflected in the upcoming quarterly results.
Factors to Consider Ahead of ETR’s Q2 ResultsMost of Entergy’s service regions experienced warmer-than-normal weather conditions in the second quarter. Such a weather pattern is likely to have boosted electricity demand from its customers for cooling purposes this summer. This might have improved Entergy’s top-line performance.
Higher retail and industrial sales, coupled with rising demand from data centers across its service territories, are likely to have supported its quarterly performance.
However, high winds, flash flooding and lightning in June caused widespread power outages across Louisiana. Although the company’s crews restored power to the majority of impacted customers, the related repair and restoration efforts may have increased operation and maintenance expenses in the to-be-reported quarter.
Q2 Expectations for EntergyThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for sales is pegged at $3.54 billion, which indicates year-over-year growth of 6.2%.
The consensus estimate for earnings per share stands at 96 cents, which implies a year-over-year decline of 8.6%.
What the Zacks Model Unveils for EntergyOur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for ETR this time. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is not the case here, as you will see below.
Stocks to ConsiderInvestors may consider the following players from the same industry, as these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this reporting cycle.
Ameren Corporation (AEE - Free Report) is scheduled to report its second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, after market close. It has an Earnings ESP of +0.19% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present.
AEE’s long-term (three to five years) earnings growth rate is 7.68%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings stands at $1.08 per share, which implies a year-over-year increase of 6.9%.
Edison International (EIX - Free Report) is slated to report its second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, after market close. It has an Earnings ESP of +4.66% and a Zacks Rank of 2 at present.
EIX’s long-term earnings growth rate is 2.10%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at $1.02 per share, which suggests a year-over-year rise of 5.2%.
The Southern Company (SO - Free Report) is set to report its second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, before market open. It has an Earnings ESP of +1.16% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present.
SO’s long-term earnings growth rate is 11.15%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings stands at $1.01 per share, which calls for a year-over-year jump of 11%.
Alliance Resource Partners ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšila čistý zisk o 33,9 % na 79,6 mil. USD a tržby na 551,6 mil. USD díky vyšším objemům prodeje uhlí a rekordním příjmům z ropných a plynových licenčních poplatků.
Společnost zároveň potvrdila celoroční výhled pro uhlí.
3 Stocks Using Bitcoin to Grow Their Treasury ReservesAlliance Resource Partners NASDAQ: ARLP reported higher second-quarter results as increased coal sales volumes, lower operating costs, record oil and gas royalty performance and stronger equity-method investment income offset lower average coal pricing.
Net income attributable to ARLP rose 33.9% from a year earlier to $79.6 million, or $0.61 per basic and diluted limited partner unit. Revenue increased to $551.6 million, while adjusted EBITDA rose 14.7% to $185.7 million. Compared with the first quarter, revenue increased 6.9%, net income increased by $70.5 million, and adjusted EBITDA climbed 19.8%.
Get ARLP alerts:
Peabody Energy is a Double Threat Energy and Steel Play Chief Financial Officer Cary Marshall said comparisons in net income also reflected impairment charges recorded in prior periods. The partnership generated $108.2 million in distributable cash flow during the quarter and reported distribution coverage of 1.39 times, up 39% sequentially.
Coal volumes rise as operating costs improve Total coal sales reached 8.6 million tons, up 2.1% from the prior-year quarter and 8.9% from the first quarter. Production totaled 8.2 million tons, an increase of 1.5% year over year and 3% sequentially. Coal operations adjusted EBITDA increased 6.9% from a year earlier to $151.7 million.
3 High-Yield Energy MLPs: A Stable Way to Invest in EnergyAverage coal sales price declined 5.3% year over year to $54.87 per ton, reflecting the anticipated expiration of higher-priced legacy contracts at the Tunnel Ridge mine and a lower share of Mettiki sales in Appalachia. However, adjusted EBITDA expense per ton improved 6.3% to $38.68.
Marshall attributed the cost performance to investments made across the company’s mines in recent years. “This cost improvement was a key contributor to the quarter’s stronger coal operating results,” he said.
Illinois Basin: Sales volumes were 6.4 million tons, down 4.5% year over year but up 4.9% sequentially. Riverview productivity helped offset lower shipments from Hamilton during a planned extended longwall move. Average sales price was $51.87 per ton, while adjusted EBITDA expense was $35.99 per ton. Appalachia: Sales volumes increased 27.6% from a year earlier to 2.2 million tons, led by higher production at Tunnel Ridge. Average sales price declined to $63.57 per ton, but adjusted EBITDA expense per ton fell 29.7% year over year to $46.22 as productivity and recoveries improved at Tunnel Ridge. Coal inventory ended the quarter at 0.8 million tons, down 0.3 million tons from both a year earlier and the first quarter. During the question-and-answer session, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Joe Craft said the partnership generally targets inventories in a range of roughly 0.5 million to 0.75 million tons and does not prefer inventories above 1 million tons.
Management keeps coal outlook unchanged ARLP maintained its 2026 guidance for coal sales of 33.75 million to 35.25 million tons, average sales pricing of $54 to $56 per ton, and adjusted EBITDA expense of $37 to $39 per ton. Management said the outlook remains dependent on summer electricity demand and the pace of utility inventory drawdowns.
Craft said the partnership’s contracted sales book limited the impact of mild weather and lower natural gas prices on domestic coal demand during the first half. ARLP is essentially fully committed and priced at the midpoint of its 2026 guidance, according to management.
The partnership secured 21.2 million tons of new sales commitments during the quarter, including 18.5 million tons of domestic commitments spread across the next five years and 2.7 million tons of export commitments for delivery from 2026 through 2028. ARLP has 29.4 million tons committed and priced for 2027 delivery.
Craft said no additional longwall moves are expected in the second half of 2026, positioning the company for higher production and cash flow. Hamilton resumed longwall operations in mid-May, and management expects its production in the third quarter to approximately double from the second-quarter level. Marshall said the company sold roughly 16.5 million tons in the first half and expects approximately 18 million tons of sales in the second half to reach the midpoint of guidance, with about 9 million tons in each remaining quarter.
For 2027, Craft said ARLP could produce and sell roughly 1 million to 1.3 million more tons than in 2026 if operations and markets develop as planned, driven primarily by Hamilton operating at its second-half 2026 run rate for a full year.
Oil and gas royalties set records; AllDale deal closes Total royalty revenue was $69.3 million and royalty-segment adjusted EBITDA was $51 million. The oil and gas royalty business posted record quarterly revenue of $46.5 million, up 31.1% from a year earlier, and record adjusted EBITDA of $38 million, up 27.2%.
Oil and gas royalty volumes totaled 936,000 barrels of oil equivalent, up 6.4% year over year but down 8.4% sequentially. Higher realized pricing drove the improvement, with average realized sales price per BOE increasing 22.7% from a year earlier and 22.1% from the first quarter.
On July 1, subsequent to quarter-end, ARLP completed its acquisition of interests in AllDale Minerals III and AllDale Minerals IV for $206.2 million, subject to customary post-closing adjustments. The transaction implied a gross valuation of $410 million for the funds. Following the closing, ARLP owns and controls 100% of the noneconomic general partner interest and holds an approximate 61% economic interest across the funds.
The acquisition was funded through cash, revolving-credit borrowings and a new $150 million term loan at Alliance Minerals LLC. Craft-related parties separately acquired $100 million of AllDale III limited partner interests, while ARLP said it did not acquire any interests from those parties. The transaction was reviewed and approved by the partnership’s independent conflicts committee.
Craft said the transaction raises ARLP’s cumulative investment in oil and gas royalties above $1 billion and is expected to be immediately accretive to free cash flow per unit. Management estimates the acquisition will increase distributable cash flow per unit by 8% to 9% next year.
Balance sheet and capital priorities As of June 30, ARLP had $590.2 million in total debt and finance leases and $111.2 million of cash. The partnership had total liquidity of $424 million, including $312.8 million available under revolving credit facilities. Total and net leverage were 0.82 times and 0.67 times trailing-12-month adjusted EBITDA, respectively.
ARLP also held 646 Bitcoin valued at $37.8 million as of June 30, based on a price of $58,559 per coin. The value was down 14.1% sequentially, producing a $6.3 million decline in the fair value of digital assets and a $0.05-per-unit impact during the quarter.
Management said it plans to prioritize leverage reduction and financial flexibility while continuing to review disciplined minerals acquisitions. Craft said the company also expects to continue investing in its coal operations and evaluate growth opportunities, including additional oil and gas royalty investments and potential investments related to power generation.
About Alliance Resource Partners (NASDAQ:ARLP)Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. NASDAQ: ARLP is a Tulsa, Oklahoma–based master limited partnership engaged in the production, marketing and transportation of bituminous coal. Through its subsidiaries, the company develops, owns and operates surface and underground coal mines, providing fuel primarily for electric power generation and various industrial applications. Alliance's integrated business model covers the extraction of raw coal, processing at preparation plants and delivery to domestic and export customers.
The partnership operates multiple mining complexes across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia.
This instant news alert was generated by narrative science technology and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest reporting and unbiased coverage. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].
Should You Invest $1,000 in Alliance Resource Partners Right Now?Before you consider Alliance Resource Partners, you'll want to hear this.
MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. MarketBeat has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and Alliance Resource Partners wasn't on the list.
While Alliance Resource Partners currently has a Buy rating among analysts, top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys.
View The Five Stocks Here
With the proliferation of data centers and electric vehicles, the electric grid will only get more strained. Download this report to learn how energy stocks can play a role in your portfolio as the global demand for energy continues to grow.
Aurora Innovation oznámila novou dohodu s Value Truck o zahájení bezřidičských přeprav s Aurora Driver. Nasazení začne na trasách Dallas–Laredo a Fort Worth–Phoenix.
Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR), the leader in self-driving freight, today announced a new customer agreement to begin driverless hauls with the Aurora Driver. The deal coincides with the arrival of Aurora’s second-generation driverless trucks – a milestone that positions the company to meet the accelerating demand for the Aurora Driver. Value Truck plans to use the Aurora Driver to move freight more efficiently, especially in U.S. border cities like Laredo, Texas where nearshoring is driving unprecedented freight volume.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260727903588/en/
"Freight volume on routes like Dallas-Laredo is growing faster than available capacity, and that gap is exactly what the Aurora Driver is built to close," said Zac Andreoni, Vice President of Business Development at Aurora. "Value Truck is exactly the kind of customer we built our second-generation trucks for — a carrier that is growing and needs flexible, round-the-clock coverage on high-growth corridors."
Value Truck Signs On
Value Truck, a full-service and cross-border carrier, specializes in transporting heavy, oversized industrial equipment, retail goods, and perishables. The company will initially deploy the Aurora Driver on two routes: Dallas-Laredo and Fort Worth-Phoenix – freeing up its own drivers to focus on local freight while adding the potential for 24/7 capacity on key long-haul and high-volume routes.
"We’re proud to work alongside Aurora to move autonomous trucking from possibility to everyday freight operations,” said Joe Skoog, Chief Executive Officer of Value Truck. “The Aurora Driver will add flexible capacity on key long-haul corridors while allowing our drivers to focus where their experience matters most. Phoenix to Fort-Worth and Laredo to Dallas are the starting point, not the finish line. Together, we intend to build one of the most advanced transportation networks across North America.”
Autonomous Trucks to Ease Congestion at U.S. Border Hubs
Laredo, Texas, is the busiest land port in the Western Hemisphere and handles approximately 40% of all freight moving between the U.S. and Mexico. As manufacturing facilities move closer to the U.S., “nearshoring” is driving a surge in freight that travels through Laredo, leading to longer pick-up times for traditional drivers at congested U.S. border hubs. The Aurora Driver gives carriers a way to move that freight around the clock on American highways, without the hours-of-service limits that constrain traditional drivers.
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, those statements regarding the prospects of the development, manufacturing, scaling (including, but not limited to, the route expansion strategy, the transition to our DaaS model, fleet size, fleet ownership, and our product’s availability and capabilities) and commercialization, and realization of the anticipated benefits of the Aurora Driver and Aurora’s autonomous driving technology (including expected improvements in efficiency, margins, capacity, and border freight operations), and Aurora’s relationships and anticipated benefits with customers, including risks that anticipated customer orders may not materialize, may be delayed, and/or customer contracts may be subject to cancellation, termination, or reduction in scope. These statements are based on management’s current assumptions and are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. For factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, please see the risks and uncertainties identified under the heading “Risk Factors” section of Aurora Innovation, Inc.’s (“Aurora”) Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 11, 2026, and other documents filed by Aurora from time to time with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Additional information will also be set forth in Aurora’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. All forward-looking statements reflect our beliefs and assumptions only as of the date of this press release. Aurora undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by law.
About Aurora
Aurora (NASDAQ: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora’s driver as a service product for trucking. Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including AUMOVIO, FedEx, Hirschbach, McLane, NVIDIA, PACCAR, Ryder, Schneider, Toyota, Uber, Uber Freight, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Autonomous Solutions, and Werner. To learn more, visit aurora.tech.
About Value Truck
Value Truck is a North American logistics platform giving enterprise shippers a single source of dynamic capacity, uniting a company-owned asset fleet and cross-border terminal network with a rapidly scaling asset-light operation. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and operating terminals across the U.S. and Mexico, the company moves freight for shippers in manufacturing, building products, chemicals, and defense, and is partnering with Aurora to operate on the frontier of autonomous freight. Value Truck pairs its own proprietary AI and automation software with best-in-class technology to operate an integrated freight network engineered for what's next, delivering enterprise-grade reliability at scale. Value Truck isn't preparing for the autonomous era of freight; it's building it alongside the best partners in the world. To learn more, visit valuetruck.com.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260727903588/en/
Super Micro Computer předběžně oznámila hrubou marži za čtvrtletí ve výši 15 % až 17 %, výrazně nad odhadem kolem 8 %. Akcie po zprávě vyskočily nad 30 USD, ale firma varuje, že je třeba ověřit udržitelnost zlepšení.
Excitement is building around Super Micro Computer (SMCI -4.38%) as the company recently announced preliminary numbers showing that its margins will be far better than expected for the current quarter. Its latest earnings numbers are set to come out on Aug. 11, and if margins are stronger and the business is still experiencing considerable growth due to artificial intelligence, then odds are, it'll be a fantastic quarter for the company.
Does this mean it's a good time to buy shares of Super Micro?
Image source: Getty Images.
Low margins have been a big problem for Super Micro Investors should always pay attention to gross profit margins because they can make or break a company's hopes of profitability. Low margins mean the company's cost of goods sold is high relative to revenue, suggesting it may not be charging enough for its products and services. While low margins can still lead to profitability, the company needs to have high sales volumes and lean operations.
In recent years, Super Micro's gross margins have actually been worsening, which is an even more troubling sign for investors. Even though it has been generating more revenue, with lower margins, its bottom line hasn't shown nearly as much improvement.
SMCI Gross Profit Margin (Quarterly) data by YCharts
Last week, Super Micro released preliminary numbers for the fourth quarter (which ended on June 30), and its margins are going to be within a range of 15% to 17%, which is far higher than its guidance of around 8% and where its margins were last quarter (around 10%). It credits the improvement to the customer and product mix.
Is Super Micro's stock likely to soar after earnings? After announcing the preliminary numbers, Super Micro's stock jumped to more than $30 -- the highest level it's closed at since late June. It wasn't a huge rally, and the stock is still only up around 3% for the year, but it is nonetheless a sign of renewed excitement around the business.
Today's Change
(
-4.38
%) $
-1.32
Current Price
$
28.78
While the news is encouraging, it may be wise to wait until after earnings to make a decision. I'd like to see more details about why its margins changed so drastically. The improvement is great, but the big question is whether it's sustainable and a sign of higher margins in the future, or if this will prove to be just temporary.
A single quarter is just that, and without understanding the full reasons behind the gross margin improvement and whether it's likely to continue, investors may still be better off waiting on the sidelines and taking a wait-and-see approach with the tech stock.
Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ:VRSK – Get Free Report) is projected to release its Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Wednesday, July 29th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $1.94 per share and revenue of $804.0190 million for the quarter. Verisk Analytics has set its FY 2026 guidance at 7.450-7.750 EPS. Parties can check the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 8:30 AM ET.
Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ:VRSK – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 29th. The business services provider reported $1.82 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.76 by $0.06. Verisk Analytics had a negative return on equity of 2,405.75% and a net margin of 29.34%.The business had revenue of $782.60 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $771.62 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $1.73 earnings per share. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 4.0% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts expect Verisk Analytics to post $8 EPS for the current fiscal year and $9 EPS for the next fiscal year.
Verisk Analytics Price Performance Shares of NASDAQ VRSK opened at $201.34 on Monday. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $182.41 and a 200 day moving average price of $189.40. Verisk Analytics has a 1-year low of $155.94 and a 1-year high of $300.93. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 10.42, a current ratio of 1.02 and a quick ratio of 1.02. The company has a market cap of $26.38 billion, a PE ratio of 30.65, a P/E/G ratio of 2.25 and a beta of 0.69.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of brokerages have commented on VRSK. Morgan Stanley set a $235.00 price objective on shares of Verisk Analytics in a research report on Thursday, April 30th. Bank of America lowered their target price on shares of Verisk Analytics from $225.00 to $190.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Tuesday, May 19th. Royal Bank Of Canada reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $230.00 price target on shares of Verisk Analytics in a research note on Monday, March 30th. Weiss Ratings cut shares of Verisk Analytics from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “sell (d+)” rating in a report on Thursday, May 14th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their price objective on shares of Verisk Analytics from $220.00 to $230.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, April 30th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, six have issued a Buy rating, seven have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $234.87.
Get Our Latest Report on Verisk Analytics
Insiders Place Their Bets In other Verisk Analytics news, CFO Elizabeth Mann sold 400 shares of the stock in a transaction on Friday, May 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $159.22, for a total value of $63,688.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 19,584 shares in the company, valued at approximately $3,118,164.48. This represents a 2.00% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Also, Director Bruce Edward Hansen sold 2,336 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, June 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $174.99, for a total value of $408,776.64. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 15,868 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,776,741.32. This trade represents a 12.83% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last quarter, insiders sold 16,507 shares of company stock worth $2,925,710. 0.52% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
Institutional Trading of Verisk Analytics Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the stock. Mcguire Capital Advisors Inc. purchased a new position in Verisk Analytics in the fourth quarter valued at about $27,000. T. Rowe Price Investment Management Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Verisk Analytics during the 4th quarter worth approximately $11,148,000. Corient Private Wealth LLC boosted its stake in shares of Verisk Analytics by 3.2% during the 4th quarter. Corient Private Wealth LLC now owns 124,780 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $26,745,000 after acquiring an additional 3,883 shares in the last quarter. Alberta Investment Management Corp grew its holdings in shares of Verisk Analytics by 12.4% in the 4th quarter. Alberta Investment Management Corp now owns 20,800 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $4,653,000 after acquiring an additional 2,300 shares during the period. Finally, Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV grew its holdings in shares of Verisk Analytics by 16.9% in the 4th quarter. Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV now owns 20,945 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $4,685,000 after acquiring an additional 3,026 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 90.00% of the company’s stock.
About Verisk Analytics (Get Free Report)
Verisk Analytics, Inc (NASDAQ: VRSK) is a data analytics and decision‑support provider that helps organizations assess and manage risk. The company supplies data, predictive models and software to customers in insurance, reinsurance, financial services, government, energy and other commercial markets. Its offerings are designed to support underwriting, pricing, claims management, catastrophe modeling, fraud detection and regulatory compliance, enabling clients to make more informed operational and strategic decisions.
Verisk’s product portfolio combines large proprietary datasets with analytics platforms and industry‑specific applications.
Featured Articles Five stocks we like better than Verisk Analytics RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit
Receive News & Ratings for Verisk Analytics Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Verisk Analytics and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
« PREVIOUS HEADLINEGabelli Funds LLC Takes Position in Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. $MRSH
NEXT HEADLINE »MGIC Investment (MTG) Projected to Post Earnings on Wednesday
Despite the Canadian dollar’s recovery attempts in previous weeks, a renewed loss of strength against the U.S. dollar is becoming evident. This is reflected in USD/CAD, which has gained more than 0.2% over the last 2 trading sessions, including the close of last week and the first session of this week.
For now, buying pressure remains stable, in a context where the behavior of U.S. bonds and expectations around the Federal Reserve continue to limit a consistent recovery in the CAD. This is also being reinforced by uncertainty around possible trade tariffs on Canada, a factor that could remain relevant for the pair over the next few trading sessions.
Is the Federal Reserve still relevant? When analyzing USD/CAD expectations, it is important to consider the central bank dynamic in both the United States and Canada. On one hand, the Bank of Canada maintains an outlook of unchanged rates near 2.25%. On the other hand, the United States continues to hold a higher reference rate at 3.75%.
What is relevant is that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision is expected this week, and market probabilities have started to gain importance. The event could reinforce expectations of a more aggressive monetary policy stance in the United States and widen the rate differential with Canada, favoring the relative appeal of USD-denominated investments.
For this week’s decision, the market assigns a probability close to 62.00% that there will be no change in interest rates. However, this probability was close to 83% one week ago, while the probability of a possible hike at the July 29 decision now stands near 38%.
In addition, for the September 16 meeting, the probability remains above 50% that the United States could raise interest rates toward a new area close to 4.00%.
Source: CMEGROUP
Source: CMEGROUP
With this in mind, and unlike the more neutral outlook from the Bank of Canada, the market is starting to consider a potentially more aggressive Federal Reserve over the coming months. This possibility could be confirmed by this week’s decision and continue to support the relative appeal of USD-denominated assets.
This scenario also helps sustain strength in the U.S. 10-year Treasury market. Now, these securities maintain a yield near the upper 4.6% area, around 2026 highs, representing a robust return for one of the safest markets in the world.
Source: TradingEconomics
Therefore, the situation remains complicated for the Canadian dollar. If the Bank of Canada maintains a neutral stance and the market continues to anticipate a more aggressive Fed, USD-denominated investments could preserve a relative advantage. This would make a clearer recovery in the CAD more difficult and could continue to support buying pressure in USD/CAD over the next few sessions.
Does the tariff threat remain in place? So far, the threat of a 50% tariff on Canadian goods imposed by the United States last week remains relevant. The latest update is that Canada has not responded immediately with retaliatory measures, as Mark Carney announced that the country is intensifying negotiations with the United States before the tariffs come into effect.
However, no major progress has been seen yet that would reduce this threat in the short term. Trade uncertainty remains elevated, especially because the goods directly affected are estimated to represent nearly 28 billion Canadian dollars in exports. This could significantly affect Canadian trade and confidence around investments in Canada.
For this reason, the tariff issue could continue to weigh on the Canadian dollar. If no solid negotiations are seen that remove the threat of new tariffs, the appeal of the CAD could remain limited, and USD/CAD could maintain relevant buying pressure over the next few trading sessions.
Technical forecast for USD/CAD
Source: StoneX, Tradingview
Lack of direction begins to become evident: Over the last few weeks, USD/CAD has started to show a phase of neutrality on the chart, with most movements taking place between an upper area near 1.42132 and a lower area around 1.39968. For now, price continues to move within these levels. If it fails to break consistently out of this possible range, indecision could continue to gain relevance in the short term.
RSI: Now, the RSI remains close to the neutral 50 level and shows important flattening. This reflects a balance between buying and selling impulses over the last few sessions. If this behavior continues, the indicator could continue to highlight a relevant neutral phase over the next few sessions.
MACD: The MACD also maintains a histogram close to the neutral 0 level, suggesting balance in the strength of short-term moving averages. This reading reinforces the possibility that the indecision phase could remain important for USD/CAD over the next few sessions.
Key levels:
1.42132 – Relevant resistance: This area corresponds to 2026 highs and remains the main bullish barrier on the chart. Price movements toward this level could reactivate a buying bias and open room for a possible recovery of the bullish trend line that was relevant in previous weeks.
1.40907 – Near-term barrier: This area corresponds to the most relevant 23.6% Fibonacci level on the chart. Price movements that fail to move consistently away from this level could continue to highlight an important neutral phase and even open room for a more relevant short-term sideways range.
1.39968 – Crucial support: This relevant bearish barrier corresponds to the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement and also aligns with the 50-period simple moving average. Price movements below this level could reaffirm a more consistent selling bias and open room for a possible short-term bearish trend line over the next few sessions.
Written by Julian Pineda, CFA, CMT – Market Analyst
MGIC Investment (NYSE:MTG – Get Free Report) is expected to issue its Q2 2026 results after the market closes on Wednesday, July 29th. Analysts expect MGIC Investment to announce earnings of $0.74 per share and revenue of $297.5380 million for the quarter. Interested persons are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.
MGIC Investment (NYSE:MTG – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 29th. The insurance provider reported $0.76 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.73 by $0.03. The business had revenue of $297.08 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $303.12 million. MGIC Investment had a net margin of 59.63% and a return on equity of 14.01%. The business’s revenue was down 3.0% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $0.75 EPS. On average, analysts expect MGIC Investment to post $3 EPS for the current fiscal year and $3 EPS for the next fiscal year.
MGIC Investment Stock Down 0.0% MTG stock opened at $29.65 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $6.27 billion, a PE ratio of 9.41, a PEG ratio of 2.04 and a beta of 0.67. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, a quick ratio of 1.14 and a current ratio of 1.14. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $27.01 and its 200-day moving average price is $26.90. MGIC Investment has a one year low of $24.69 and a one year high of $29.97.
MGIC Investment Increases Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, August 20th. Investors of record on Wednesday, August 5th will be given a $0.17 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, August 5th. This is a positive change from MGIC Investment’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.15. This represents a $0.68 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.3%. MGIC Investment’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 19.05%.
MGIC Investment declared that its Board of Directors has approved a stock buyback plan on Thursday, April 23rd that allows the company to repurchase $750.00 million in outstanding shares. This repurchase authorization allows the insurance provider to buy up to 12.4% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are generally an indication that the company’s leadership believes its stock is undervalued.
Insider Buying and Selling at MGIC Investment In related news, EVP Paula C. Maggio sold 20,937 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Friday, May 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $25.55, for a total value of $534,940.35. Following the sale, the executive vice president owned 169,620 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,333,791. The trade was a 10.99% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, COO Salvatore A. Miosi sold 30,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, June 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $25.38, for a total value of $761,400.00. Following the transaction, the chief operating officer directly owned 560,951 shares in the company, valued at approximately $14,236,936.38. The trade was a 5.08% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. 1.34% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
Institutional Trading of MGIC Investment Several hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the business. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. purchased a new position in shares of MGIC Investment in the first quarter valued at approximately $2,397,000. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. increased its stake in MGIC Investment by 6.7% during the 1st quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. now owns 3,103,366 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $76,901,000 after buying an additional 195,895 shares during the period. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. increased its stake in MGIC Investment by 88.0% during the 1st quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 1,745 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $43,000 after buying an additional 817 shares during the period. Sivia Capital Partners LLC acquired a new stake in MGIC Investment during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $425,000. Finally, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. lifted its holdings in MGIC Investment by 18.9% during the 2nd quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 5,211 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $145,000 after buying an additional 830 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 95.58% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades MTG has been the subject of a number of recent analyst reports. Royal Bank Of Canada initiated coverage on MGIC Investment in a research report on Friday, May 22nd. They set a “sector perform” rating and a $28.00 price objective for the company. Barclays decreased their target price on shares of MGIC Investment from $29.00 to $28.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, May 1st. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods lifted their price target on shares of MGIC Investment from $28.00 to $29.00 and gave the company a “market perform” rating in a research report on Friday, April 10th. Finally, Weiss Ratings raised shares of MGIC Investment from a “buy (b)” rating to a “buy (b+)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 7th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $28.25.
View Our Latest Stock Report on MTG
About MGIC Investment (Get Free Report)
MGIC Investment Corporation (NYSE: MTG) is a leading provider of private mortgage insurance in the United States. Established in 1957 as the nation’s first private mortgage insurer, MGIC helps lenders manage credit risk and facilitates homeownership by protecting mortgage loans against default. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company operates through its principal subsidiary, Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation, and maintains relationships with a broad network of originators and servicers nationwide.
The company’s primary business activity involves issuing mortgage insurance policies that enable borrowers to purchase homes with down payments below traditional lending thresholds.
Featured Articles Five stocks we like better than MGIC Investment RTX and Lockheed Earnings: Can Strong Guidance Reset the Defense Trade? These 4 Earnings Reports Expose the Market’s Growing Economic Divide Broadcom May Be the Biggest Winner From Alphabet’s Earnings Volatility Is Back and These 3 Market Tollbooths Are Best Positioned to Profit
Receive News & Ratings for MGIC Investment Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for MGIC Investment and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter.
« PREVIOUS HEADLINEVerisk Analytics (VRSK) to Release Quarterly Earnings on Wednesday
NEXT HEADLINE »187,455 Shares in Vistra Corp. $VST Acquired by Advent International L.P.
Key Takeaways Amphenol expects Q2 earnings growth of 43-45% and revenue growth of 41-43% year over year.APH's IT datacom sales are set to rise sequentially as AI data center deployments continue expanding.Amphenol's growth may be tempered by acquisition costs and about $200 million in quarterly interest expense. Amphenol (APH - Free Report) is set to report its second-quarter 2026 results on July 29.
The company expects second-quarter 2026 earnings between $1.14 per share and $1.16 per share, indicating growth between 43% and 45% year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter 2026 earnings has increased 2.6% to $1.19 per share over the past 30 days, suggesting 46.91% growth from the figure reported in the year-ago quarter.
Amphenol expects second-quarter 2026 revenues between $8.1 billion and $8.2 billion, suggesting year-over-year growth in the 41-43% range. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter revenues is pegged at $8.30 billion, indicating an increase of 46.92% from the figure reported in the year-ago quarter.
Consensus Estimate Trend
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Amphenol’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in all the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 14.08%.
Let’s see how things have shaped up for the upcoming announcement.
Factors to Drive Amphenol’s Q2 ResultsAmphenol’s second-quarter 2026 results are likely to have been driven by continued strength in the IT datacom business, supported by accelerating investments in AI infrastructure. The company projected a sequential increase in IT datacom sales in the low-teens percentage range as hyperscale and enterprise customers continued expanding AI data center deployments. IT datacom represented more than 40% of APH’s revenues in the first quarter of 2026, while sales jumped 99% year over year (81% organically) and 27% sequentially (16% organically).
APH has noted exceptionally strong demand for its high-speed copper, power and fiber-optic interconnect solutions, while the CommScope acquisition significantly broadened its portfolio across these technologies, strengthening its competitive position in next-generation AI architectures. Record first-quarter bookings and a 1.24 book-to-bill ratio had also provided healthy demand visibility entering the second quarter.
The to-be-reported quarter is also likely to have benefited from sustained momentum across Amphenol’s diversified end markets. The company expected high-single-digit sequential growth in both the industrial and defense businesses, supported by increasing defense spending, industrial automation, building connectivity and broad-based demand across geographies. Automotive revenues were projected to rise modestly sequentially as electronic content per vehicle continued increasing despite uneven vehicle production, while communications networks revenues were expected to remain stable with support from the CommScope integration. These diversified growth drivers reduce reliance on any single market and should have supported overall revenue growth.
Amphenol’s disciplined operating model is likely to have remained another positive driver during the to-be-reported quarter. In the first quarter, adjusted operating margin reached 27.3%, expanding 380 basis points (bps) year over year, despite the temporary dilution from the CommScope acquisition, reflecting robust operating leverage on higher volumes. Management also expressed confidence that CommScope's performance would continue improving under Amphenol’s operating model. Healthy cash generation, strong order activity and continued integration of acquired businesses are likely to have supported margins and earnings growth in the second quarter of 2026.
However, acquisition-related amortization, integration expenses and backlog adjustments are expected to have continued weighing on reported profitability. Operating margin in the first quarter of 2026 contracted 20 bps due to the dilutive impact of the CommScope acquisition. In addition, higher debt used to finance the CommScope acquisition has increased quarterly interest expense, which Amphenol expects to remain around $200 million through the remainder of 2026. This is expected to have hurt earnings in the to-be-reported quarter.
APH Shares Beat Sector, Trades at a PremiumAmphenol shares have appreciated 13% year to date (YTD), outperforming the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s return of 9.7%.
APH has outperformed TE Connectivity (TEL - Free Report) and Belden (BDC - Free Report) but lagged Corning (GLW - Free Report) YTD. While Corning shares have returned 67.5%, TE Connectivity and Belden shares have dropped 10.8% and 11.8%, respectively, over the same time frame.
APH Stock’s Price Performance
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
APH stock is trading at a premium, as suggested by the Value Score of D. In terms of the forward 12-month price/earnings, APH is trading at 28.22X, higher than the broader sector’s 22.92X, TE Connectivity’s 18.76X and Belden’s 15.61X. However, Amphenol is trading below Corning’s multiple of 30.53.
APH Stock Trades at a Premium
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
AI Infrastructure Demand Aids APH’s ProspectsThe rapid expansion of AI computing infrastructure remains Amphenol’s largest long-term growth catalyst. The company believes the AI revolution is creating a unique opportunity because next-generation AI systems require significantly greater high-speed, power and fiber interconnect content. Following the CommScope acquisition, Amphenol now offers one of the industry's broadest portfolios of high-speed copper, fiber-optic and power interconnect products, positioning it to capture increasing content across AI clusters and future computing architectures.
Apart from AI, Amphenol continues to benefit from long-term structural growth across defense, aerospace, industrial automation, communications infrastructure and automotive electronics. Increasing defense modernization programs, rising electronic content in vehicles, aircraft production recovery, factory automation, electrification and building connectivity are major durable demand drivers. Amphenol’s acquisition strategy that expands the company’s technology portfolio, deepens customer relationships and creates cross-selling opportunities is a key catalyst.
ConclusionAmphenol appears well positioned heading into its second-quarter 2026 results, backed by strong AI-driven demand, healthy order trends and solid execution across its diversified end markets. While acquisition-related costs and higher interest expenses may continue to weigh on reported profitability in the near term, the company’s expanding AI interconnect portfolio, disciplined operating model and proven acquisition strategy provide a strong foundation for sustained growth. These factors justify the current premium valuation.
APH currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and a Growth Score of B, a favorable combination that offers a strong investment opportunity, per the Zacks Proprietary methodology. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Builders FirstSource má ve 2. čtvrtletí 2026 vykázat pokles EPS na 1,29 USD a tržeb na 3,91 miliardy USD. Tlak na marže dál zvyšují slabá bytová výstavba, cenová konkurence a vyšší vstupní náklady.
Key Takeaways Builders FirstSource is expected to post lower Q2 earnings and sales amid weak residential construction.BLDR faces margin pressure from competitive pricing, a lower-margin sales mix and elevated input costs.Acquisitions, bundled offerings and AI-enabled digital tools may support revenue and market share. Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR - Free Report) is slated to report second-quarter 2026 results on July 30, before market open.
In the last reported quarter, the company’s adjusted earnings per share (EPS) missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 30.8%, while net sales beat the same by 4.5%. On a year-over-year basis, both top and bottom lines tumbled 10.1% and 82.1%, respectively.
BLDR’s earnings topped the consensus mark in two of the trailing four quarters and missed on two occasions, the average surprise being negative 8%.
Trend in Estimate Revision of BLDRThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for Builders FirstSource’s second-quarter EPS has moved south to $1.29 from $1.32 in the past 30 days. The estimated figure indicates a 45.8% year-over-year decline from EPS of $2.38 reported in the year-ago quarter.
The consensus estimate for net sales is pegged at $3.91 billion, indicating a decline of 7.6% from $4.23 billion reported in the year-ago quarter.
Factors Likely to Shape Builders FirstSource’s Q2 ResultsNet Sales
Builders FirstSource's second-quarter revenues are likely to remain under pressure as elevated mortgage rates, affordability constraints and cautious consumer sentiment continue to weigh on residential construction activity. Single-family revenues may remain soft as lower starts and the ongoing shift toward smaller, less complex homes reduce sales dollars per start. Multifamily activity is also expected to stay muted, with management not anticipating a meaningful improvement before 2027.
Value-added products, which comprised 48.3% of first-quarter sales, likely remained pressured by weak single-family construction and lower structural content per home. Specialty products, representing 26% of sales, may have provided some support, though pricing pressure and volatility likely persisted. Lumber and sheet goods, at 25.7% of sales, likely benefited from bundling and share gains, but lower margins and commodity-price movements may have limited the revenue contribution.
Despite these industry headwinds, the company continues to benefit from its broad product portfolio, bundled offerings and expanding value-added solutions. Acquisitions are expected to provide incremental revenue support. Since the BMC merger, Builders FirstSource has completed 41 acquisitions representing more than $2.3 billion in annual sales, while the Premium Building Components deal expanded its manufactured products presence into New York. Digital initiatives may also support growth, with the company preparing to launch its next generation of AI-enabled solutions later this year to strengthen customer engagement and capture additional market share.
Margins
Margins are likely to remain under pressure in the second quarter despite ongoing cost-control efforts. Competitive pricing, an unfavorable product mix with higher lumber and sheet goods sales, and elevated fuel and input costs are expected to weigh on profitability. While BLDR's $100 million cost-reduction program should provide some relief, weak housing demand, affordability challenges and pricing pressure are likely to keep second-quarter margins constrained.
What the Zacks Model Predicts for BLDROur proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Builders FirstSource this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. Unfortunately, this is not the case here, as you will see below.
BLDR’s Earnings ESP: BLDR has an Earnings ESP of -8.74%. You can uncover the best stocks before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank of BLDR: The company currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
Stocks With the Favorable CombinationHere are some companies in the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector, which, per our model, have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat in the respective quarters to be reported.
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (BJRI - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +7.51% and a Zacks Rank of 2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
In the to-be-reported quarter, BJRI's earnings are expected to decline 10.3%. BJRI's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 136%.
CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +20.30% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, CAVA’s earnings are expected to increase 6.3%. CAVA's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on one occasion, the average surprise being 16.6%.
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE - Free Report) currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.76% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Cheesecake Factory’s earnings are expected to register a 0.9% year-over-year rise. Cheesecake Factory’s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average beat of 6.7%.
