Společnost Okta získala hodnocení Zacks Rank #2 (Koupit); pro aktuální čtvrtletí se očekává zisk na akcii (EPS) ve výši 0,93 USD, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 13,4 %.
Okta (OKTA - Free Report) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.
Shares of this cloud identity management company have returned +2.7% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.5% change. The Zacks Security industry, to which Okta belongs, has lost 5.4% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?
While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.
Revisions to Earnings EstimatesRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.
Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock's fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.
Okta is expected to post earnings of $0.93 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +13.4%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged.
The consensus earnings estimate of $3.93 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +12.3%. This estimate has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $4.44 indicates a change of +13% from what Okta is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has remained unchanged.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) for Okta.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue GrowthEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.
In the case of Okta, the consensus sales estimate of $815.52 million for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +9.9%. The $3.22 billion and $3.55 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +10.4% and +10.1%, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryOkta reported revenues of $805 million in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +10.6%. EPS of $1.05 for the same period compares with $0.91 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $792.14 million, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +1.62%. The EPS surprise was +9.38%.
The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates each time over this period.
ValuationWithout considering a stock's valuation, no investment decision can be efficient. In predicting a stock's future price performance, it's crucial to determine whether its current price correctly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects.
Comparing the current value of a company's valuation multiples, such as its price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), to its own historical values helps ascertain whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, whereas comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of how reasonable its stock price is.
As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Okta is graded F on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.
ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Okta. However, its Zacks Rank #2 does suggest that it may outperform the broader market in the near term.
Cadence Design Systems očekává za čtvrtletí zisk 2,04 USD na akcii a tržby ve výši 1,61 miliardy USD, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 5,7 % a 20,3 %.
The market expects Cadence Design Systems (CDNS - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 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 stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on October 26. 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 maker of hardware and software products for validating chip designs is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.04 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +5.7%.
Revenues are expected to be $1.61 billion, up 20.3% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.85% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Cadence?For Cadence, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +0.56%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.
So, this combination indicates that Cadence will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Cadence would post earnings of $2.05 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.11, delivering a surprise of +2.93%.
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.
Cadence appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.
Marvell Technology shed 17% in a single week after one of the strongest runs in the AI trade, and that gap between the selloff and the business fundamentals is exactly what makes the timing interesting right now.
AI investors have reason to track Marvell Technology (NASDAQ:MRVL | MRVL Price Prediction), and last week brought a sharp decline. Shares fell 17.24% in the week ended October 16 to $227.83, after a 168.54% year-to-date run. The next earnings report will show how fast the business is moving.
Why Marvell Sits at the Center of AI Networking
Marvell builds parts that let AI chips talk. These include optical DSPs, Ethernet switches, and custom silicon designed alongside hyperscalers. Clusters keep getting bigger, and every bigger cluster needs more bandwidth. Management addressed bandwidth needs for these multi-site networks.
The needs are projected to be more than 10 times greater than current front-end networks. Marvell sells that connectivity. It is one of several suppliers we profiled in a free report on the companies powering the AI buildout outside the chipmakers.
Three Data Points Driving Marvell’s Growth Case
First, growth is speeding up. Data Center revenue grew 21% in Q4 FY2026, then 27%, then 46% last quarter. Management guided Q3 Data Center growth to roughly 75% year-over-year on total revenue of $3.150 billion. Fiscal 2027 revenue should reach roughly $12 billion.
Second, the deal with Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) unit Google changes how big the custom business can get. Marvell granted a warrant letting Google acquire up to 7% of its shares, tied to revenue targets. Custom revenue should more than double year over year in fiscal 2028. When an analyst cited a $120 billion cumulative revenue opportunity over six years, management replied, “your math is not wrong.”
Third, margins are expanding. Non-GAAP operating margin rose to 36.6% from 34.8%, and management expects to enter its 38% to 40% target range in Q4. Q3 non-GAAP EPS guidance of $1.10 compares with $0.94 last quarter.
How Marvell Stacks Up Against NVIDIA and AMD
While NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) dominates AI, its financing exposure keeps growing. Supply commitments reached $279 billion, guarantees for AI cloud partners are limited at $108.5 billion, and days sales outstanding rose to 60 days from 45 days on extended payment terms. If credit tightens for AI builders, Marvell’s biggest partner is Google, a company that designs and pays for its own chips.
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) trades at a P/E of about 199, and its non-GAAP operating margin of 27% trails Marvell’s. Data Center makes up only 58% of AMD’s revenue, so AMD offers less focused exposure to the AI expansion.
Risks That Could Derail Marvell’s Run
Concentration concerns me. Data Center now makes up 79% of revenue, a few customers drive much of it, and any hyperscaler could bring more chip design in-house. Chinese trade restrictions and $4.963B of debt due in future years add risk. The stock also swings hard: it fell 10.28% on the day it reported a beat in August.
A strong balance sheet protects against those risks. Net debt runs just 0.27 times EBITDA. The Google warrant gives Marvell’s largest partner a stake in keeping the relationship going. Over the last seven quarters, Marvell reported six beats and no misses.
What to Watch as Marvell’s AI Business Scales
The quarterly dividend is only $0.06, so Marvell offers little for income-focused investors and stands primarily as a growth story. Buybacks of $2.0401B in fiscal 2026 returned capital to shareholders. With Data Center growth expected to top 60% in fiscal 2028, investors will watch whether bookings and margins keep pace with that outlook.
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Společnost Brown & Brown před zveřejněním výsledků za čtvrtletí končící v září 2026 očekává zisk 1,08 USD na akcii a tržby ve výši 1,76 mld. USD; ukazatel Earnings ESP činí +1,62 %.
The market expects Brown & Brown (BRO - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 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 stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on October 26. 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 insurance company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.08 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +2.9%.
Revenues are expected to be $1.76 billion, up 9.9% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.06% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Brown & Brown?For Brown & Brown, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +1.62%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.
So, this combination indicates that Brown & Brown will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Brown & Brown would post earnings of $1.08 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.07, delivering a surprise of -0.93%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.
Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.
That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
Brown & Brown appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.
Paychex spustil službu Tax Penalty Protection, která u způsobilých problémů s mzdovými daněmi pokryje pokuty a úroky, pokud zůstanou po snaze o vyřešení problému, a to za příslušných podmínek a limitů.
Provides financial protection for penalties and interest* when resolution efforts do not obtain reliefHelps businesses protect cash flow, save time, and reduce the stress associated with payroll tax issuesAI-driven innovation combined with Paychex expertise expands payroll tax notice support by managing eligible issues regardless of cause and working directly with tax agencies on customers’ behalf ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paychex (Nasdaq: PAYX), a leading provider of expert-enabled HR, payroll, and benefits, today introduced Paychex Tax Penalty Protection Service, powered by WISE (Workforce Intelligence Strengthened by Expertise), a first-of-its-kind offering designed to help businesses resolve eligible payroll tax issues more easily and with less financial risk. Paychex’s unique combination of AI-driven innovation and industry expertise has enabled the company to transition the management of eligible issues from the business to its team of experienced advocates at scale. The new service relieves businesses of the burden of navigating complex tax matters on their own and saves them valuable time, protects cash flow, and reduces compliance-related stress.
“Payroll tax issues can divert valuable time and resources from running a business,” said Frank Fiorille, Paychex managing vice president of risk and compliance. "Paychex has always worked to help customers address payroll tax issues, and AI innovation in our back office has evolved what we can offer our customers at scale. We now provide a real, outcome-based solution and stand behind it financially. Our advocates take on eligible payroll tax issues regardless of cause, and if penalties and interest remain after our resolution efforts, we cover them. Business owners get their time back, their cash flow protected, and real peace of mind."
Payroll Tax Issues Can Be Costly and Time-consuming for Businesses
Tax notices can result from federal and state agency processing errors, account discrepancies, or other administrative complexities. In 2025, the IRS assessed more than 4.4 million employment tax penalty notices.
New Service Expands Paychex Support for Payroll Tax Issues
Paychex has long supported customers with payroll tax notice research and resolution. Paychex Tax Penalty Protection Service, powered by WISE, expands that support by covering the cost of eligible payroll tax issues, including customer and tax agency errors. As part of the service, Paychex researches the issue and works directly with tax agencies to pursue a correction, abatement, or appeal on the customer's behalf. The company has built AI into its back-office payroll and tax operations, supported by decades of experience and one of the industry's largest payroll tax datasets. As a result, Paychex can identify, prevent, and resolve payroll tax issues with speed and accuracy at scale that was not possible before. That confidence has enabled Paychex to move from helping with tax notices to standing behind the outcome.
The service is currently available to Paychex Flex® customers. Visit paychex.com to learn more about the Paychex Tax Penalty Protection Service, powered by WISE.
* Financial protection for penalties and interest, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and limits.
About Paychex
Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX) provides a comprehensive suite of expert-enabled technology and advisory solutions that help businesses manage HR, payroll, and benefits. Serving approximately 840,000 customers and paying 1 in 11 U.S. private sector workers, Paychex combines scale, trusted expertise, and innovation to help businesses succeed. Built on more than 50 years of workforce experience and one of the industry’s largest proprietary HR datasets, Paychex’s WISE agentic AI engine embeds intelligence directly into workflows to improve productivity, enhance decision-making, and deliver better outcomes. Learn more at paychex.com.
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Bernstein zvýšil své doporučení pro Datadog na „Outperform“ kvůli rychle rostoucí spotřebě AI tokenů ve velkých laboratořích zaměřených na AI; akcie v ranním obchodování vzrostly o 5 %.
Bernstein just reversed its Datadog call one quarter after a downgrade shook the stock, pointing to AI token consumption as the reason. Whether that optimism survives the November earnings report is the question every investor in the space should be…
Signs of accelerating AI workloads are pulling cloud software back into favor after a rough stretch for technology names. Datadog (NASDAQ:DDOG | DDOG Price Prediction) stock is up 5% to $259.15 in morning trading, leading the group higher.
Bernstein upgraded Datadog stock to Outperform from Market Perform, stating that its data show enterprise AI token consumption at the largest AI labs growing rapidly quarter over quarter. The new rating rests on the conclusion that the earlier view of Datadog’s AI-driven growth was too conservative, a reversal that comes one quarter after a downgrade tied to a revenue cut at Datadog’s largest AI-native customer and slower demand among established clients.
A broad selloff in technology stocks the prior week sets the background for the upgrade. Observability software from Datadog tracks how applications and cloud infrastructure perform, so more AI tokens moving through customer systems could translate into more activity for the company to monitor and bill.
Second-Quarter Results Back the AI Case
Second-quarter 2026 results already gave Datadog’s AI story a solid base. The company posted revenue of $1.12 billion, up 35.6% from a year earlier, and non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $0.65, beating expectations. That marked Datadog’s fifth consecutive EPS beat.
Datadog’s larger accounts kept expanding as well, with customers paying $100,000 or more in annual recurring revenue up 23% to approximately 4,720. Growth in that tier picked up from 21% in the first quarter of 2026.
Management raised Datadog’s full-year 2026 revenue guidance to between $4.45 billion and $4.47 billion after that report. Chief executive Olivier Pomel tied the momentum to AI. He made the point in the August release, stating, “Our customers are building and deploying with AI, and they are using the Datadog platform to observe, secure, and act on their AI-enabled solutions.”
Datadog Builds Tools for AI Workloads
Datadog has been shipping products aimed directly at AI customers, including Bits AI for autonomous incident detection and resolution, AI Guard for protecting AI agents, and Bits Agent Builder for creating custom agents. The company launched more than 100 new capabilities at its DASH 2026 conference, including a Bring Your Own Cloud model that runs Datadog inside customer environments. It also acquired Adaptive ML to speed up its AI research.
That product push came alongside better profitability, with Datadog’s non-GAAP operating margin expanding to 23% from 20% a year earlier. Its free cash flow margin reached 25% in the quarter.
Snowflake and Cloudflare Trail the Leader
Checking in on the peers, Snowflake (NYSE:SNOW) stock is up 3%, a solid gain that still trails the jump in Datadog stock. Cloudflare (NYSE:NET) stock is up 0.4% to $297.58, lagging both Datadog stock and Snowflake stock. Snowflake sells a cloud data platform, while Cloudflare runs a network for security and content delivery.
Sector-wide gains are more modest, as the WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund (NASDAQ:WCLD) is up 0.8%. Broader tech is running ahead of cloud software, as the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:QQQ) is up 1%. That gap leaves the jump in Datadog stock looking like a company-specific reaction to the upgrade.
Bernstein Upgrade Sets Up Datadog’s November Report
Datadog is scheduled to report third-quarter 2026 results in early November, with its guidance calling for revenue of $1.135 billion to $1.145 billion. Datadog’s report needs to show AI-native customers spending more, since the upgrade rests on AI workload growth. Another focus is whether established customers also step up their spending after the slower demand behind last quarter’s downgrade.
Last quarter’s downgrade is a reminder that Datadog’s growth depends partly on its largest AI-native customer. When all is said and done, investors should keep their Datadog stock positions moderate. A second revenue cut could undo the optimism behind the new rating, and the prior week’s tech selloff showed how quickly sentiment can turn.
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Cognizant a Google Cloud rozšířily partnerství a vytvořily skupinu Gemini Frontier Capability Group s více než 18 000 inženýry zaměřenou na nasazování agentní AI v podnicích.
Google Cloud Logo Initiative establishes new Gemini Frontier Capability Group, dedicating more than 18,000 engineers to help drive AI adoption for global enterprises. More than 55,000 associates completed Build with Gemini, the largest Gemini partner workshop held to date, part of a shared commitment to scale client execution through Cognizant's Frontier Certified Engineers. , /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) and Google Cloud today announced a significant expansion of their partnership to accelerate the adoption of agentic AI, including a new Gemini Frontier Capability Group. The group brings together a dedicated global workforce that pairs Google's full-stack, enterprise-ready AI platform with Cognizant's domain, industry and engineering expertise as an AI Builder.
Backed by more than 18,000 dedicated Cognizant associates, the new group represents a substantial joint investment and builds on the momentum created by Cognizant's dedicated Gemini practice launched in April 2026. The new group is designed to bridge the path from pilot to production, equipping enterprises with the ability to safely deploy resilient, enterprise-grade agents that can help drive measurable business value.
"Establishing our dedicated Gemini Frontier Capability Group lets our best frontier engineering talent focus entirely on getting frontier AI into production for clients," said Ravi Kumar S, CEO of Cognizant. "Our Build with Gemini workshop gave over 55,000 associates that experience directly, earning them tangible skills on one of the world's most advanced AI platforms, and this new group is where that experience goes to work every day."
"Deploying AI agents at scale requires trusted partners with deep architectural and integration expertise," said Thomas Kurian, chief executive officer, Google Cloud. "Cognizant's dedicated Frontier Capability Group and their skilling initiative for tens of thousands of engineers on Gemini will help our joint customers accelerate the adoption of autonomous agents throughout the enterprise."
Introducing the Gemini Frontier Capability Group
Designed to meet surging enterprise demand for scaled AI execution, the group aims to deliver production-grade, AI solutions designed to drive business outcomes for global enterprises by leveraging Gemini, Google Cloud's AI platform for building, governing, and deploying agents. The group will initially concentrate its engineering capabilities across legacy modernization, developer experience, autonomous business process agentification and frontier cyber defense.
To operationalize these capabilities, the group plans to deploy standardized, security-first agentic architecture built on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and fortified by Google Cloud's Model Armor. These trusted frameworks are expected to power a new suite of collaborative, production-ready enterprise solutions, including Cognizant's Catalog Support Agent (CSA) for retail, the Neuro® San-orchestrated Healthcare Agentic Marketplace, and multi-agent Order-to-Cash (O2C) workflows for manufacturing.
Scaling outcomes with Frontier Certified Engineers
Underpinning the group is a shared commitment by Google Cloud and Cognizant to scale client execution through Frontier Certified Engineers. One early proof point shows what this looks like in practice: by integrating Gemini AI models across its software development lifecycle, Cognizant helped a leading retailer achieve a 40% increase in developer productivity, reduce time-to-market by 30%, and realize a 35% cost savings, underscoring the transformative potential of AI-driven software engineering.
As part of Cognizant's frontier certification skills drive, the company recently concluded the Build with Gemini workshop with Google Cloud, where Cognizant associates built AI agents and applications while earning Gemini skills credentials. Completed by more than 55,000 Cognizant associates, it is the largest single Gemini partner workshop held to date, representing a meaningful step in building Cognizant's frontier-certified workforce.
Cognizant is also applying Gemini internally at scale. As announced in July, the company is deploying Gemini to 100,000 associates this year, with plans to scale up to 200,000, and continues to increase its certification commitment for professionals on the platform.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
About Google Cloud
Google Cloud offers a powerful, optimized AI stack — including AI infrastructure, leading models like Gemini, data management capabilities, multicloud security solutions, developer tools and platform, as well as agents and applications — that enables organizations to transform their business for the Agentic Era. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted technology partner.
Analytici očekávají, že společnost Carpenter Technology (CRS) vykáže čtvrtletní zisk 2,97 USD na akcii, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 22,2 %, při tržbách ve výši 807,77 milionu USD.
Wall Street analysts forecast that Carpenter Technology (CRS - Free Report) will report quarterly earnings of $2.97 per share in its upcoming release, pointing to a year-over-year increase of 22.2%. It is anticipated that revenues will amount to $807.77 million, exhibiting an increase of 10.1% compared to the year-ago quarter.
Over the past 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been adjusted downward by 0.5% to its current level. This demonstrates the covering analysts' collective reassessment of their initial projections during this period.
Before a company announces its earnings, it is essential to take into account any changes made to earnings estimates. This is a valuable factor in predicting the potential reactions of investors toward the stock. Empirical research has consistently shown a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as a yardstick to evaluate the company's quarterly performance, scrutinizing analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics can offer a more comprehensive perspective.
That said, let's delve into the average estimates of some Carpenter metrics that Wall Street analysts commonly model and monitor.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net Sales- End-Use Market Excluding Surcharge Revenue- Total' will likely reach $636.01 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +5.5%.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Net Sales- End-Use Market Excluding Surcharge Revenue- Surcharge revenue' should arrive at $159.12 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +21.8%.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Net Sales- Performance Engineered Products' will reach $91.54 million. The estimate suggests a change of -2.2% year over year.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net Sales- Specialty Alloys Operations' of $721.86 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +9.4%.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Volumes Sold in Pounds - Specialty Alloys Operations' will reach 49.24 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 44.75 million.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Volumes Sold in Pounds' reaching 50.71 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 46.42 million in the same quarter of the previous year.
Analysts predict that the 'Operating Income- Performance Engineered Products' will reach $6.66 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $9.40 million.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Operating Income- Specialty Alloys Operations' should come in at $221.15 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $170.70 million in the same quarter of the previous year.
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Shares of Carpenter have demonstrated returns of -7.6% over the past month compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.5% change. With a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), CRS is expected to beat the overall market performance in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Analytici očekávají, že Huntington Bancshares vykáže čtvrtletní EPS ve výši 0,38 USD, což by představovalo meziroční pokles o 5 %, při tržbách 2,82 miliardy USD, což by znamenalo meziroční nárůst o 31,2 %.
Wall Street analysts expect Huntington Bancshares (HBAN - Free Report) to post quarterly earnings of $0.38 per share in its upcoming report, which indicates a year-over-year decline of 5%. Revenues are expected to be $2.82 billion, up 31.2% from the year-ago quarter.
Over the last 30 days, there has been a downward revision of 6.2% 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 release, it is of utmost importance to factor in any revisions made to the earnings projections. These revisions serve as a critical gauge for predicting potential investor behaviors with respect to the stock. Empirical studies consistently reveal a strong link between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While investors typically rely on consensus earnings and revenue estimates to gauge how the business may have fared during the quarter, examining analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics often helps gain a deeper insight.
Given this perspective, it's time to examine the average forecasts of specific Huntington Bancshares metrics that are routinely monitored and predicted by Wall Street analysts.
Analysts expect 'Net Interest Margin (FTE)' to come in at 3.2%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 3.1% in the same quarter of the previous year.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Efficiency Ratio' of 58.7%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 57.4% in the same quarter of the previous year.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Average Balance - Total earning assets' will reach $258.05 billion. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $192.73 billion.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Regulatory Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio' should come in at 11.5%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 12.4%.
Analysts forecast 'Tier 1 Leverage Ratio' to reach 8.9%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 9.0% in the same quarter last year.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Regulatory Total risk-based capital ratio' will likely reach 13.7%. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 14.7%.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Wealth and asset management revenue' should arrive at $135.85 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $104.00 million.
Analysts predict that the 'Customer deposit and loan fees' will reach $129.87 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $102.00 million.
The consensus estimate for 'Payments and cash management revenue' stands at $206.66 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $174.00 million.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Capital markets and advisory fees' will reach $129.55 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $94.00 million.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Mortgage banking income' reaching $41.01 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $43.00 million.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Net interest income - FTE' at $2.09 billion. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $1.52 billion.
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PulteGroup by měla ve čtvrtletí vykázat zisk na akcii (EPS) ve výši 2,62 USD, což představuje meziroční pokles o 11,5 %, při tržbách 4,13 miliardy USD, meziročně nižších o 6,2 %.
The upcoming report from PulteGroup (PHM - Free Report) is expected to reveal quarterly earnings of $2.62 per share, indicating a decline of 11.5% compared to the year-ago period. Analysts forecast revenues of $4.13 billion, representing a decline of 6.2% year over year.
The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.2% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This reflects how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reevaluated their initial estimates during this timeframe.
Before a company reveals its earnings, it is vital to take into account any changes in earnings projections. These revisions play a pivotal role in predicting the possible reactions of investors toward the stock. Multiple empirical studies have consistently shown a strong association between trends in earnings estimates and the short-term price movements of a stock.
While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as a yardstick to evaluate the company's quarterly performance, scrutinizing analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics can offer a more comprehensive perspective.
With that in mind, let's delve into the average projections of some PulteGroup metrics that are commonly tracked and projected by analysts on Wall Street.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Homebuilding Revenues- Home sale revenues' at $3.99 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -6%.
The consensus estimate for 'Revenues- Financial Services' stands at $98.72 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -4.4%.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Homebuilding Revenues' will reach $4.03 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -6.2%.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Homebuilding Revenues- Land sale and other revenues' reaching $50.50 million. The estimate suggests a change of -5% year over year.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Average selling price - Total' will likely reach $553.58 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $564.00 .
Analysts expect 'Net new orders - units - Total' to come in at 6,948 . Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 6,638 in the same quarter last year.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Average active communities' will reach 1,043 . The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 1,002 .
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Unit backlog - Total' of 10,688 . The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 9,888 .
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Closings (units) - Total' should come in at 7,226 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 7,529 .
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Backlog dollars - Total' should arrive at $6.58 billion. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $6.23 billion.
Analysts forecast 'Net new orders - dollars - Total' to reach $3.73 billion. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $3.64 billion.
Analysts predict that the 'Cancellation rates' will reach 15.5%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 16.0%.
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Key Takeaways Quanta's Q2 revenues reached $9.6 billion, supported by infrastructure demand and strong operating momentum.Record $53B backlog supports growth, with acquisitions expected to add $1.2-$1.4B in 2026 revenues.PWR faces inflation, labor shortages and permitting delays that could pressure margins and cash flow.
Quanta Services, Inc. (PWR - Free Report) is benefiting from robust infrastructure demand, driven by power grid modernization, electrification and expanding data-center capacity. However, macroeconomic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, supply-chain constraints and project execution challenges could test the company's ability to sustain growth despite its record project pipeline.
PWR’s second-quarter 2026 performance reflected strong operating momentum, with revenues reaching $9.6 billion and adjusted EBITDA and adjusted earnings per share posting strong double-digit growth. A record backlog of approximately $53 billion provides significant visibility into future activity. Management expects larger programs across utility generation and technology load centers to build over the coming years, supported by rising electricity demand and investments in critical infrastructure. Quanta's acquisitions of Phalcon, Enerfab, Percheron and PSD are also expected to contribute $1.2-$1.4 billion in 2026 revenues and $120-$140 million in adjusted EBITDA, while broadening its capabilities and market reach.
Nevertheless, backlog conversion remains crucial. Adverse weather, permitting delays, regulatory requirements, labor availability, supply-chain disruptions and inflation could affect project schedules, costs and profitability. Higher interest rates and weaker economic conditions could also influence customer spending decisions and the timing of infrastructure investments. Integrating acquisitions while maintaining execution discipline adds another challenge.
Quanta's strong demand pipeline and raised outlook provide a solid foundation for growth, but sustained performance will depend on managing costs, executing complex projects efficiently and converting backlog into cash flow. Investors should monitor margins, free cash flow and project delivery to assess whether the company can overcome macroeconomic headwinds and maintain its growth trajectory.
Quanta vs. AECOM & Dycom: Competitive LandscapeQuanta is well positioned to benefit from rising investments in North American infrastructure, even as it shares the market with renowned names like Dycom Industries, Inc. (DY - Free Report) and AECOM (ACM - Free Report) .
AECOM complements this growing public spending trend through its asset-light engineering, design, consulting and program management expertise, benefiting from growing public infrastructure, transportation, water and environmental projects supported by long-term government funding. Meanwhile, Dycom continues to ride the communications infrastructure cycle as broadband expansion, fiber deployments and network upgrades by major telecom operators sustain demand for its specialty contracting services.
While AECOM provides the planning and engineering capabilities, Dycom strengthens digital connectivity, and Quanta executes complex, large-scale utility and energy infrastructure projects, positioning all three to benefit from secular infrastructure modernization trends despite ongoing macroeconomic and regulatory uncertainties.
Divize Ingalls Shipbuilding společnosti HII získala od amerického námořnictva změnu kontraktu v hodnotě 99 milionů USD na námořní zkoušky torpédoborce Lyndon B. Johnson (DDG 1002).
PASCAGOULA, Miss., Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division has been awarded a $99 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy to conduct sea trials for the Zumwalt-class destroyer Lyndon B. Johnson (DDG 1002). The ship arrived at Ingalls in January 2022 to complete the installation, activation and testing of the combat systems.
“This award reflects the Navy’s continued confidence in the Ingalls team to execute the critical system test and sea trials work essential to the Navy’s phased delivery approach,” said Brian Blanchette, Ingalls Shipbuilding president. “Our shipbuilders are proud to help deliver DDG 1002 and prepare her for future fleet operations.”
While at Ingalls Lyndon B. Johnson is also receiving modernization upgrades that include integration of the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) weapon system, as the Navy’s second CPS‑equipped platform.
Zumwalt-class destroyers feature a state-of-the-art electric propulsion system, wave-piercing tumblehome hull, stealth design and are equipped with the most advanced warfighting technology and weaponry. These ships will be capable of performing a range of deterrence, power projection, sea control, and command and control missions while allowing Navy to evolve with new systems and capabilities.
A photo accompanying this release is available at: http://hii.com/news/hiis-ingalls-shipbuilding-awarded-contract-modification-for-ddg-1002-sea-trials/.
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Valley National plánuje akvizice společností Bluevine a Providence; očekává se, že transakce do roku 2028 zvýší zisk na akcii o více než 8 %, respektive o 2 %, nesou však integrační rizika.
Key Takeaways VLY's proposed Bluevine and Providence buyouts aid deposits, expand reach and diversify revenues.Bluevine and Providence target over 8% and 2% EPS accretion, respectively, by 2028. Integration costs, TBV dilution and deposit attrition could limit earnings gains at Valley National. Valley National Bancorp (VLY - Free Report) is pursuing inorganic growth through its proposed acquisitions of Bluevine Inc. and Providence Financial Corporation. Bluevine is expected to add a nationwide digital customer-acquisition platform, while Providence will likely expand its presence in the Chicago market. Both stock-cum-cash transactions are expected to close in early 2027, subject to the applicable closing conditions and regulatory and shareholder approvals.
Additionally, the transactions are expected to strengthen VLY’s deposit franchise and support growth in commercial lending and fee income. However, integration expenses, tangible book value (TBV) dilution and execution challenges could put pressure on near-term profitability.
How Will the Acquisitions Strengthen VLY’s Financials?The impending Bluevine and Providence acquisitions will likely strengthen Valley National’s funding profile by adding lower-cost deposits to its existing deposit base. Bluevine will bring approximately $2.1 billion in digitally sourced core deposits, with a deposit cost of 1.44% as of the second quarter of 2026. Providence is expected to add almost $1.35 billion in deposits at 1.49%, with 26% of its deposits in non-interest-bearing accounts and no brokered deposits. Meanwhile, at the end of the second quarter, Valley National’s deposit cost was 2.28%.
Cost of Total Deposits
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Nearly 99% of Bluevine’s deposits come from non-borrowing customers, offering opportunities to develop lending relationships and cross-sell additional products. Providence complements this digital funding base with a relationship-driven deposit franchise and a loans-to-deposits ratio of approximately 81%, providing capacity to support commercial lending.
Together, the acquisitions are expected to improve Valley National’s funding mix, reduce reliance on higher-cost brokered funding and support a more diversified deposit franchise. The Bluevine transaction alone is projected to reduce the pro forma deposit cost to 2.23% and improve the loans-to-deposits ratio to 93%, above management’s 90% target.
Pro Forma Deposit Franchise
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Beyond funding benefits, the acquisitions are expected to expand Valley National’s customer base and revenue opportunities. Bluevine brings approximately 175,000 active small-business customers and an integrated platform offering business banking, payments, lending and financial-management solutions. The deal also adds approximately 180 research and development professionals and engineers, strengthening Valley National’s technology, data science and artificial intelligence capabilities.
Providence complements these capabilities with 14 full-service retail branches, approximately $1.09 billion in loans and an established presence in the Chicago market. Providence’s local relationships could help Valley National deepen retail and small-business ties, expand commercial lending and increase recurring fee income.
Chicago Loans and Deposits Before and After the Acquisition
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Providence also brings approximately $800 million in wealth-management assets under management (AUM), creating opportunities to broaden Valley National’s wealth-management business. Meanwhile, Bluevine’s digital platform could extend VLY’s reach beyond its traditional branch footprint.
The transactions also offer opportunities to improve operating efficiency and earnings. The Bluevine acquisition is expected to generate more than 8% accretion to 2028 earnings per share (EPS), supported by approximately $50 million in annual run-rate pre-tax cost savings. However, approximately $20 million in annual pre-tax Durbin-related dis-synergies is expected to offset part of these benefits. Providence is projected to generate approximately 2% accretion to 2028 EPS and approximately $10 million in annual run-rate pre-tax cost savings, with 75% of the savings expected to be phased in during 2027.
Together, the acquisitions will likely improve funding flexibility, expand commercial banking operations, strengthen technology capabilities and diversify revenue streams. Realizing these benefits will depend on successful deposit migration, customer retention and delivery of the planned cost savings.
Integration Costs and Capital Implications Pose Risks for VLYDespite the strategic benefits, integrating two acquisitions with different operating models presents execution challenges. Aligning technology, customer service, risk management and operations while retaining customers will be critical to realizing the expected benefits.
The acquisitions also carry different capital implications. Bluevine is expected to result in approximately 5% TBV dilution at closing, with an estimated three-year earn-back period. Providence is projected to cause less than 1% TBV dilution, with a payback period of less than three years. Integration expenses or delayed synergies could extend these recovery periods and temper the expected earnings benefits.
Valley National expects its common equity Tier 1 (CET1) capital ratio to remain above 10.3% at Bluevine’s closing, inclusive of the proposed Providence acquisition. Maintaining adequate capital while funding integration costs and pursuing growth will remain important as the bank works to realize the benefits of both deals.
Other risks include customer attrition during Bluevine’s deposit migration, technology integration challenges, employee retention and slower-than-expected commercial lending growth. Higher operating expenses or Durbin-related dis-synergies could also offset some anticipated cost savings.
Our Take on Valley National’s Inorganic Growth StrategyValley National’s proposed acquisitions of Bluevine and Providence offer complementary opportunities to strengthen its competitive position and improve its long-term growth prospects. The projected earnings accretion and cost savings are encouraging, but the benefits are not guaranteed. Bluevine’s higher TBV dilution and integration requirements could weigh on near-term returns, while both transactions depend on effective execution.
Successful integration, disciplined capital management and the realization of projected synergies will likely strengthen Valley National’s funding profile and support sustainable profitability. Conversely, deposit attrition, integration delays or higher-than-expected costs could temper the expected financial benefits.
Others Also Pursue Strategic Acquisitions to Drive GrowthStoneX Group Inc. (SNEX - Free Report) is expanding its physical commodities business through strategic acquisitions to strengthen its supply-chain capabilities and broaden its geographic reach. The planned acquisition of Integra Trading S.A.S. will enhance its Colombian coffee origination, processing and export capabilities, while the acquisition of Advanced Marketing Group (AMG) will expand its feed-ingredients platform across North America.
These initiatives will likely strengthen StoneX’s physical commodities operations, deepen producer relationships and support long-term growth. The company’s focus on combining physical operations with its global client network and risk-management capabilities could further diversify revenue streams and enhance its competitive position.
Commerce Bancshares (CBSH - Free Report) is expanding its fee-based businesses through strategic acquisitions to deepen client relationships and diversify revenue streams. The acquisition of Nolan & Associates adds investment banking capabilities in M&A, capital raising and ownership-transition advisory, complementing its middle-market banking franchise. This could strengthen the company’s non-interest income by generating transaction fees and connecting middle-market clients with lending, treasury and wealth management services.
The FineMark Holdings buyout (in February 2026) expanded its private banking and wealth management footprint. These initiatives will likely broaden Commerce Bancshares’ service offerings, create cross-selling opportunities and support long-term growth.
Principal Financial očekává za čtvrtletí zisk na akcii (EPS) ve výši 2,49 USD, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 18,6 %, a výnosy ve výši 4,33 miliardy USD, meziročně vyšší o 11,1 %.
Principal Financial (PFG - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.
The earnings report, which is expected to be released on October 26, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.
While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.
Zacks Consensus EstimateThis financial services company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.49 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +18.6%.
Revenues are expected to be $4.33 billion, up 11.1% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 1.8% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Principal Financial?For Principal Financial, the Most Accurate Estimate is the same as the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that there are no recent analyst views which differ from what have been considered to derive the consensus estimate. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of 0%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.
So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Principal Financial will beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Principal Financial would post earnings of $2.33 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.50, delivering a surprise of +7.30%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates two times.
Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.
That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
Principal Financial doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
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The upcoming report from CBRE Group (CBRE - Free Report) is expected to reveal quarterly earnings of $1.98 per share, indicating an increase of 23% compared to the year-ago period. Analysts forecast revenues of $11.89 billion, representing an increase of 16% year over year.
The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 2.3% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This reflects how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reevaluated their initial estimates during this timeframe.
Prior to a company's earnings release, it is of utmost importance to factor in any revisions made to the earnings projections. These revisions serve as a critical gauge for predicting potential investor behaviors with respect to the stock. Empirical studies consistently reveal a strong link between trends in earnings estimate revisions 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.
Given this perspective, it's time to examine the average forecasts of specific CBRE metrics that are routinely monitored and predicted by Wall Street analysts.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Total Revenue- Real Estate Investments' should arrive at $213.47 million. The estimate suggests a change of +1.2% year over year.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Total Revenue- Advisory Services' will likely reach $2.44 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +9.1%.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Total Revenue- Building Operations & Experience' of $6.81 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +17.5%.
It is projected by analysts that the 'AUM - Investment Management' will reach $78639.00 billion. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $155.80 billion.
Analysts expect 'Total segment operating profit (loss)- Advisory Services' to come in at $423.69 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $374.00 million.
Analysts forecast 'Total segment operating profit (loss)- Real Estate Investments' to reach $110.93 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $11.00 million.
Analysts predict that the 'Total segment operating profit (loss)- Project Management' will reach $159.05 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $123.00 million.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Total segment operating profit (loss)- Building Operations & Experience' at $341.14 million. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $177.00 million in the same quarter last year.
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Over the past month, CBRE shares have recorded returns of -4.6% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.5% change. Based on its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), CBRE will likely exhibit a performance that aligns with the overall market in the upcoming period. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Calix spustil Subscriber Agent, konverzačního asistenta umělé inteligence v aplikaci CommandIQ, který zákazníkům pomáhá spravovat domácí sítě a poskytovatelům snižovat počet rutinních požadavků na podporu.
Powered by the AI-native Calix One platform and decades of network intelligence, Subscriber Agent brings a conversational AI assistant to the refreshed CommandIQ app. The new app experience helps subscribers manage everyday needs—from setting up guest networks and updating parental controls to accessing billing—while reducing routine support demands on service providers.
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, at its annual innovation and customer success conference, Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) launched Subscriber Agent, bringing a conversational AI assistant to the refreshed CommandIQ® mobile app. Built for Calix Agent Workforce™ and the AI-native Calix One™ platform, the new app experience lets residential subscribers use natural voice and text conversations to manage their connected homes, get personalized assistance, and accomplish everyday tasks with greater ease. For service providers, this creates new opportunities to reduce routine support calls and strengthen subscriber loyalty.
"In the past, digital experiences required people to figure out what to do next. Subscriber Agent changes that. A new conversational AI experience in CommandIQ makes it easy for subscribers to address their everyday issues," said Calix CMO Juergen Lindner.
Share Already used by millions of subscribers and customizable to each service provider’s brand, CommandIQ gives providers a direct digital channel to deliver differentiated connected-home experiences. The refreshed app simplifies navigation for subscribers, while Subscriber Agent draws on decades of network intelligence and subscriber context to understand individual connected-home environments and help subscribers take action without navigating complex menus or settings.
Subscriber Agent goes far beyond the capabilities of generic AI assistants. It builds on proven SmartHome™ experiences that have helped service providers achieve Net Promoter Scores℠ (NPS®) in the 80s and 90s and year-over-year revenue growth. Extending intelligent workflows introduced last month, Subscriber Agent makes capabilities like ExperienceIQ® for managing family internet experiences, ProtectIQ® for securing home networks, and ScamWatchIQ™ for navigating online threats easier to access through natural conversations. Together with contextual alerts and billing integration, these capabilities in CommandIQ improve the connected-home experience for subscribers while keeping the service provider's brand front and center.
With Subscriber Agent in CommandIQ, subscribers can:
Better understand and optimize home networks to reduce support calls. Through natural voice or text conversations, subscribers can identify connected devices, investigate unfamiliar activity, and diagnose connectivity problems. They can also use personalized recommendations to improve Wi-Fi performance and resolve issues faster. Simplify household management to deepen engagement. Subscribers can ask the assistant to create guest networks with secure QR-code access, set expiration times, and establish recurring parental controls through natural conversations—reviewing changes before they take effect. By simplifying home network tasks, CommandIQ becomes a more useful experience subscribers return to regularly. Navigate security concerns to strengthen subscriber trust. Subscribers can better understand security alerts and get personalized guidance. They can then take informed action with SmartHome protections such as ProtectIQ and ExperienceIQ to make connected-home security easier to manage. To help service providers drive adoption of Subscriber Agent-powered AI assistance in CommandIQ and advance residential market success, Calix Success™ is releasing launch resources, customizable campaigns, and expert guidance. Through Calix University, Success events, and the Calix Community, service providers can access proven playbooks, ready-to-use campaign assets, and personalized support.
Katie Luckett, director of marketing, communications and education at Choptank Electric Cooperative, said: “I grew up as a Choptank member, so I know how important it is that the technology we offer feels useful, convenient, and worthy of the trust our community places in us. Subscriber Agent gives members a secure and more natural way to get help and manage their connected homes 24/7 simply by asking in their own words. For Choptank Fiber, that means empowering members to resolve everyday issues on their own—reducing routine support calls while keeping our team focused on those who need more assistance. Leveraging the Calix One platform gives us a trusted foundation to bring AI into our business in a way that feels practical, secure, and true to how we serve our members.”
Juergen Lindner, chief marketing officer at Calix, said: “In the past, digital experiences required people to figure out what to do next. Subscriber Agent changes that. A new conversational AI experience in CommandIQ makes it easy for subscribers to address their everyday issues around their connected homes, simply by asking for help. We are infusing decades of network experience into our AI-native Calix One platform, so we can move beyond smart answers into taking relevant action. For service providers, every subscriber interaction is an opportunity to deliver exceptional value, strengthen loyalty and brand differentiation with experiences subscribers actually crave.”
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Společnost Simpson Manufacturing ve čtvrtletí očekává zisk na akcii ve výši 2,56 USD, což představuje meziroční pokles o 0,8 %, a tržby ve výši 625,5 milionu USD (+0,3 %).
Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on higher revenues when Simpson Manufacturing (SSD - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended September 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.
The earnings report, which is expected to be released on October 26, 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 building materials company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.56 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -0.8%.
Revenues are expected to be $625.5 million, up 0.3% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 4.76% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Simpson Manufacturing?For Simpson Manufacturing, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -0.85%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.
So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Simpson Manufacturing will beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Simpson Manufacturing would post earnings of $2.72 per share when it actually produced earnings of $3.09, delivering a surprise of +13.60%.
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.
Simpson Manufacturing 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 PlayerAnother stock from the Zacks Building Products - Miscellaneous industry, United Rentals (URI - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $13.83 per share for the quarter ended September 2026. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +18.2%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $4.67 billion, up 10.4% from the year-ago quarter.
Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for United Rentals has been revised 1.1% up to the current level. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of +1.17%, reflecting a higher Most Accurate Estimate.
This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), suggests that United Rentals will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate. Over the last four quarters, the company surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.
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Analytici očekávají, že Deckers vykáže čtvrtletní zisk na akcii (EPS) ve výši 1,82 USD, beze změny oproti stejnému čtvrtletí před rokem, a tržby ve výši 1,51 mld. USD, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 5,6 %.
The upcoming report from Deckers (DECK - Free Report) is expected to reveal quarterly earnings of $1.82 per share, indicating no change from the year-ago quarter. Analysts forecast revenues of $1.51 billion, representing an increase of 5.6% year over year.
The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This represents how the covering analysts, as a whole, have reassessed their initial estimates during this timeframe.
Before a company reveals its earnings, it is vital to take into account any changes in earnings projections. These revisions play a pivotal role in predicting the possible reactions of investors toward the stock. Multiple empirical studies have consistently shown a strong association between trends in earnings estimates and the short-term price movements 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.
With that in mind, let's delve into the average projections of some Deckers metrics that are commonly tracked and projected by analysts on Wall Street.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Net Sales by brand- HOKA brand wholesale- Total' should come in at $690.75 million. The estimate indicates a change of +8.9% from the prior-year quarter.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net Sales by brand- Other brands wholesale- Total' will likely reach $19.59 million. The estimate indicates a change of -47.3% from the prior-year quarter.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Net Sales by brand- UGG brand wholesale- Total' should arrive at $799.10 million. The estimate suggests a change of +5.2% year over year.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net Sales by brand- HOKA brand wholesale- Wholesale' of $444.33 million. The estimate points to a change of +8.7% from the year-ago quarter.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Net Sales by channel- Total Wholesale' will reach $1.09 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +4.8%.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Net Sales by brand- UGG brand wholesale- Direct-to-Consumer' reaching $168.33 million. The estimate points to a change of +5.9% from the year-ago quarter.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Net Sales by channel- Direct-to-Consumer' will reach $417.17 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +5.7%.
Analysts expect 'Net Sales by brand- HOKA brand wholesale- Direct-to-Consumer' to come in at $244.86 million. The estimate suggests a change of +8.7% year over year.
The consensus estimate for 'Net Sales by brand- UGG brand wholesale- Wholesale' stands at $632.30 million. The estimate suggests a change of +5.3% year over year.
Analysts forecast 'Net Sales by brand- Other brands wholesale- Direct-to-Consumer' to reach $5.97 million. The estimate points to a change of -42.8% from the year-ago quarter.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Net Sales by location- International' at $661.25 million. The estimate indicates a change of +11.8% from the prior-year quarter.
Analysts predict that the 'Net Sales by location- Domestic' will reach $848.66 million. The estimate suggests a change of +1.1% year over year.
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On its third quarter of 2026 earnings call, held on Oct. 15, 2026, Home Bancshares (HOMB -0.39%) announced record net income of $129.1 million. The bank demonstrated how disciplined balance sheet positioning protects profitability during changing interest rate cycles. Its focus on capital returns and underwriting discipline continues to generate high returns for shareholders. Three takeaways from the call stand out for long-term investors.
1. Balance Sheet Discipline Protects Profitability As Rates RiseManagement avoided buying long-term securities when interest rates were low, preventing the balance sheet losses that hit peer banks. That strategy expanded the net interest margin (the difference between interest earned on assets and interest paid on deposits) to 4.53% for the third quarter.
Home avoided taking excessive duration risk, maintained balance sheet flexibility and protected shareholder capital. Our disciplined decision not to build a large, long-duration securities portfolio has proven to be the right one.
-- John Allison, Chairman2. Shareholder Capital Returns Remain a Core Management PriorityThe company raised its quarterly dividend 9.5% to $0.23 per share and repurchased 3.3 million shares for $94.4 million through the first three quarters of 2026. Management plans to continue share buybacks to return excess capital to owners.
It is our goal to return as much capital to our shareholders as prudent to do so. I understand the importance of shareholders because they are the ones we work for.
-- John Allison, Chairman3. Underwriting Discipline Takes Priority Over Unprofitable GrowthManagement prioritizes asset quality over expanding loan volume, refusing to lower credit standards or offer irrational pricing. This disciplined strategy keeps nonperforming loans low while protecting core profitability.
We remain focused on asset quality, profitability and growth in that order. One thing I can confidently tell you for my 65 quarters leading the lending function of this company is that this is the only formula for long-term success in this industry.
-- Kevin Hester, President and Chief Lending OfficerLooking AheadLoan opportunities are increasing across the bank's footprint, and management isn't hiding its enthusiasm for upcoming origination activity. The bank maintains strong capital reserves and a low efficiency ratio (a measure of operating expenses as a percentage of revenue where lower numbers signal better efficiency) of 40.84%, while keeping pricing discipline front and center.
We will grow when opportunities meet our standards for credit quality, pricing and shareholder returns. We will stay the course and you can bank on that.
-- John Allison, ChairmanManagement plans to complete back-office integration for its Mountain Commerce acquisition in the fourth quarter of 2026, creating additional cost savings. The bank continues to position its balance sheet for sustained performance and ongoing capital distribution.
We remain focused on finishing the year out strong and delivering long-term value for our shareholders.
-- John Allison, ChairmanThe Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Sterling Infrastructure vytvořila v první polovině roku 2026 provozní peněžní tok ve výši 328 mil. USD, meziročně o 92,6 % více, a zvýšila výhled tržeb na 4–4,15 mld. USD.
Key Takeaways Sterling generated $328 million in operating cash flow in the first half of 2026, up 92.6% year over year.Cash reached $464.5 million, leaving Sterling with approximately $181 million in net cash after debt. Acquisition spending rose to $140 million and capital expenditures to $69.6 million. Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL - Free Report) is generating higher operating cash flow while allocating resources toward business expansion and operating capacity. The company’s financial position provides flexibility to fund internal investments and pursue growth opportunities. However, balancing these priorities will remain important as Sterling directs more capital toward acquisitions and equipment. The company’s capital allocation decisions also reflect the need to prepare for larger, more complex projects and rising demand across infrastructure markets.
In the first half of 2026, Sterling generated $328 million in operating cash flow, up 92.6% from $170.3 million in the year-ago period. Cash and cash equivalents reached $464.5 million at the end of June, up from $390.7 million at year-end 2025. The company also reported $284 million in debt, leaving net cash after debt of approximately $181 million. The company expects operating cash flow to remain strong for the full year, supported by its business outlook and visibility into future demand. Sterling also raised its 2026 revenue guidance to $4-$4.15 billion, reflecting an improved outlook for the core business and the addition of Stone Ridge.
The company is also investing in business expansion. Acquisition spending, net of cash acquired, rose to $140 million in the first half of 2026 from $37.9 million a year earlier, while capital expenditures increased to $69.6 million from $31.3 million to support equipment, productivity and capacity. The company is also investing in workforce development for larger projects. STRL’s $1.5 billion revolving credit facility, with maturity extended to July 2031, adds financing flexibility for organic growth and acquisitions.
Overall, stronger operating cash flow and a higher cash balance support Sterling’s ability to fund its business priorities. The key consideration is whether cash generation remains sufficient to support investment requirements while preserving financial flexibility as the company pursues further growth. The balance between internal investment, acquisitions and available financing will remain important as Sterling works to meet demand without placing excessive pressure on its financial resources.
Sterling and Its Key Infrastructure CompetitorsSterling competes with EMCOR Group, Inc. (EME - Free Report) and MasTec, Inc. (MTZ - Free Report) across infrastructure markets, although the companies differ in service offerings and end-market exposure.
EMCOR provides electrical and mechanical construction, building services and industrial services. The company focuses on project execution, operational efficiency and cost control across complex construction and service activities. Exposure to electrical infrastructure and building systems also positions EMCOR to serve a range of customer needs. However, project mix, labor availability and execution costs remain important factors influencing profitability.
MasTec operates across telecommunications, power delivery, clean energy and infrastructure, pipeline infrastructure and other construction markets. This diversified business mix provides exposure to several infrastructure investment areas, including utility upgrades, power generation and data center-related demand. MasTec’s results depend on project execution, resource allocation and demand across individual end markets. Differences in project schedules and customer spending can also create variability across its businesses.
Přípravek Lifyorli společnosti Corcept ve 2. čtvrtletí 2026, tedy ve svém prvním komerčním čtvrtletí, utržil 47,6 milionu USD a měl by snížit závislost firmy na přípravku Korlym.
Key Takeaways Sales of Corcept's Cushing's syndrome drug Korlym rose 6.2% to $373.5 million in the first half of 2026.CORT's Lifyorli generated $47.6 million in its first commercial quarter, offering a new revenue stream.Lifyorli's approval adds a new commercial product as Corcept seeks to expand beyond its lead drug, Korlym. Corcept Therapeutics (CORT - Free Report) remains focused on building long-term growth visibility beyond its lead marketed drug, Korlym (mifepristone), which is approved for the treatment of Cushing’s syndrome. The drug recorded sales of $373.5 million in the first six months of 2026, up 6.2% year over year.
Corcept has also been expanding its efforts to identify and treat patients with Cushing’s syndrome, providing a potential runway for continued Korlym demand.
Korlym is likely to remain an important contributor to Corcept’s top-line growth, supported by increasing demand for the treatment of Cushing’s syndrome and continued growth in prescriptions. However, Corcept’s heavy reliance on Korlym for revenue growth remains a concern. A decline in the drug’s sales will significantly hinder the company’s prospects.
CORT Eyes Lifyorli to Potentially Lower Dependence on KorlymIn March 2026, the FDA approved Lifyorli (relacorilant), Corcept’s selective glucocorticoid receptor antagonist, in combination with nab-paclitaxel for the treatment of adult patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer. The approval of Lifyorli should help Corcept diversify its revenue base.
Lifyorli generated $47.6 million in the second quarter of 2026, reflecting its first quarter of commercial availability. Though still in the early stages, we expect Lifyorli to help reduce CORT’s heavy dependence on Korlym over time.
Last month, the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) issued a positive opinion recommending approval of Lifyorli in combination with nab-paclitaxel for the treatment of patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.
A final decision from the European Commission is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.
CORT’s Other Development Activities With RelacorilantRelacorilant, in combination with other anticancer therapies, is also being studied in other solid tumors, including platinum-sensitive ovarian, prostate, endometrial, cervical and pancreatic cancers.
The phase II BELLA study (part A) is evaluating relacorilant plus nab-paclitaxel and Roche’s (RHHBY - Free Report) Avastin (bevacizumab) for treating patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.
The BELLA study is designed to understand whether combining relacorilant with two medicines — nab-paclitaxel and RHHBY’s Avastin — offers patients an additional treatment option or not.
The company is also evaluating relacorilant plus Pfizer’s (PFE - Free Report) Xtandi (enzalutamide) in patients with early-stage prostate cancer. A phase II study is being conducted in collaboration with the University of Chicago.
Xtandi, which is approved for different stages of prostate cancer, has been one of Pfizer’s key revenue drivers.
Importantly, Corcept is also developing relacorilant, a selective glucocorticoid receptor antagonist for treating Cushing's syndrome. The company resubmitted the new drug application (NDA) for relacorilant for the treatment of patients with hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome) to the FDA in June 2026. The FDA accepted the application and assigned a target action date of Dec. 17, 2026.
Successful clinical development and approval of relacorilant for additional indications could help Corcept establish additional revenue streams and reduce its dependence on Korlym.
Zlato našlo v posledních týdnech podporu na úrovni 4 100 USD, zatímco opakované pokusy o prolomení hranice 4 000 USD selhaly. Rezistence zůstává kolem 4 200 USD.
Gold Talking Points:
Gold has taken some hits as the August breakout went into reversal.
But like we saw in June and July, big support showed at a major psychological level with $4100 coming into play over the past couple weeks after $4k helped to set the floor this summer.
There can be large differences between short and long-terms, and that dichotomy has been clear so far this year in Gold. After coming into the year riding a massive wave of strength and overbought conditions, a sizable reversal in January led to a bounce that ran into March. But, that’s when the Iran scenario started to take over headlines and as fears of inflation entered the equation, Gold sellers took over.
In June, at the FOMC rate decision, a hawkish Fed gave investors even less reason to be excited about the long side of Gold. A more hawkish Fed combined with that jump in inflation made it seem as though holding a non-yielding asset like Gold or Bitcoin could be a sub-optimal route. And, accordingly, after Kevin Warsh’s first meeting atop the Fed, Gold finally broke down to re-test the $4k level.
But it’s what happened then that is of interest, as repeated attempts from sellers to push a breakdown failed, and from the weekly chart, you can see that there wasn’t a single week where spot Gold closed below the big figure, hinting that some market players were using this bearish short-term backdrop as opportunity to accumulate.
Gold Weekly Chart
Chart prepared by James Stanley; data derived from Tradingview
Gold Daily
The above chart has the appearance of smoothness, given the build of support at $4k and the rally that followed, and then, more recently, the support at $4100. The daily chart is more chaotic, however, and there’s even a degree of resemblance between that June/July period and what’s taken place more recently.
This is, in essence, a range, although there’s not as much consistency as one might want when trading a range. There have been multiple resistance hits at $4200 and the upper wicks on those candles show short-term bears using rallies to pare positions. But, like we saw back in June and July, there’s also underside wicks after tests of lows, similar to what showed up last week and in that instance, we saw a higher-low print as bears were unable to take out the prior week low.
Gold Daily Chart
Chart prepared by James Stanley; data derived from Tradingview
Gold: Threading the Needle
At this point traders would probably want to have a defined approach before looking to make a directional push on Gold, in either direction. For longer-term approaches, the prospect of a hold at short-term range support in the direction of the longer-term trend remains attractive. But, for those with more short-term vantage points, there might be an open door to work with the short-side within that range; and perhaps even a breach of support to allow for another $4k re-test.
On the below four-hour chart, I’ve allocated the range as it’s played out over the past few weeks, and shows of support above $4074 are of particular interest, with $4109-$4120 also presenting some attraction.
For resistance, the $4200 level has been trafficked so heavily that we’ve even seen some resistance build below that, around $4190, and that helps to demarcate resistance.
Gold Four-Hour Chart
Chart prepared by James Stanley; data derived from Tradingview
--- written by James Stanley, Senior Market Analyst, Global Macro
Mid-America Apartment Communities nabízí dividendový výnos 5,25 %, nejvyšší za deset let, a obchoduje se za 13,7násobek očekávaného P/FFO, oproti dlouhodobému průměru 16,1násobku.
SummaryMid-America Apartment Communities is rated 'Buy' for its discounted valuation, strong balance sheet, and historically high 5.25% dividend yield.MAA trades at 13.7x forward P/FFO, well below its long-term average of 16.1x, offering attractive value for long-term investors.Improving lease pricing, record-low turnover, and robust Sunbelt migration trends support a recovery in rental growth and FFO/share expansion.Redevelopment projects generate 25% cash-on-cash returns, while declining new supply and high occupancy underpin MAA’s medium-term growth outlook.Looking for a portfolio of ideas like this one? Members of iREIT®+HOYA Capital get exclusive access to our subscriber-only portfolios. Learn More »benedek/iStock via Getty Images
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Společnost Cytokinetics získala pro přípravek Myqorzo více než 700 jedinečných poskytovatelů zdravotní péče předepisujících v USA; lék má více než 40% podíl na nových receptech v kategorii inhibitorů srdečního myosinu.
Key Takeaways Cytokinetics' Myqorzo surpassed 700 U.S. prescribers, with over 40% new-to-brand prescription share by Q2.Myqorzo launched in Germany, gained U.K. authorization and could enter additional markets through early 2027.Cytokinetics plans an nHCM filing in Q4 2026, while the FDA set a Nov. 14 action date for its oHCM sNDA.
Cytokinetics, Incorporated (CYTK - Free Report) is making encouraging commercial progress with its lead drug, Myqorzo (aficamten), following its December 2025 approval for treating symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (oHCM).
Adoption continued to expand, supported by growing physician awareness, prescribing activity, patient demand and market access.
More than 700 unique U.S. healthcare providers prescribed Myqorzo as of June 30. More than 80% of dispensed prescriptions were paid, while management’s internal analysis indicated that the drug exited the second quarter with more than 40% new-to-brand prescription share in the cardiac myosin inhibitor category.
Cytokinetics expanded Myqorzo’s international commercial reach with its June launch in Germany, marking the drug’s entry into its first European market. Myqorzo also received marketing authorization in the United Kingdom, where NICE recommended it for use in England and Wales. The company expects to launch the drug in additional markets later this year or in the first half of 2027.
Clinical developments could further strengthen Myqorzo’s growth prospects. Additional results from the phase III ACACIA-HCM study demonstrated improvements in cardiac structure and diastolic function in patients with symptomatic non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (nHCM). The study had previously met both primary endpoints, showing statistically significant improvements in KCCQ Clinical Summary Score and maximal exercise performance (pVO2) versus placebo.
These findings suggest that aficamten’s potential benefits in nHCM may extend beyond improvements in symptoms and exercise capacity. With no approved therapies currently available for this indication, Cytokinetics plans to submit a supplemental new drug application (sNDA) in the fourth quarter of 2026. The approval could expand Myqorzo’s addressable market.
Separately, the FDA accepted the company’s sNDA based on the phase III MAPLE-HCM study, which evaluated aficamten as monotherapy against metoprolol in patients with oHCM. The FDA assigned a target action date of Nov. 14, 2026.
Continued commercial adoption, potential expansion into nHCM and launches in additional markets could support further Myqorzo sales growth and broaden its market opportunity.
Competition for CYTK’s MyqorzoMyqorzo operates within an evolving treatment landscape for oHCM. Its primary branded competitor is Camzyos, a cardiac myosin inhibitor marketed by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY - Free Report) . In addition to this direct competition, Myqorzo faces established generic therapies, namely beta blockers and calcium channel blockers, which continue to serve as the first-line standard of care.
BMY obtained FDA approval for Camzyos in 2022 for the treatment of adults with symptomatic New York Heart Association class II-III obstructive HCM to improve functional capacity and symptoms.
The drug continues to gain traction in its target market, supported by growing demand and broader adoption among eligible patients, potentially boosting BMY’s top line.
The FDA recently approved the drug for treating symptomatic oHCM to improve functional capacity and symptoms in adults and pediatric patients weighing 30 kg (66 lbs) or more.
A potential competitor for Cytokinetics is Edgewise Therapeutics, Inc. (EWTX - Free Report) , which is advancing a cardiovascular pipeline targeting HCM, heart failure, and other cardiovascular and cardiometabolic conditions.
EWTX’s lead candidate, EDG-7500, is a novel, oral, selective cardiac sarcomere modulator currently being studied in a multipart phase II study in patients with oHCM and nHCM, with a phase III program targeted to be launched in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The company’s pipeline also includes EDG-15400 for heart failure. It recently announced the dosing of the first patient in EQUINOX-HFpEF, a phase II study evaluating EDG-15400 in adults with symptomatic heart failure with preserved ejection fraction who have a left ventricular ejection fraction of at least 50%.
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Hlavní účetní Doximity Siddharth Sitaram prodal 2 613 akcií DOCS za 80 166,84 USD v rámci předem sjednaného plánu, aby pokryl daňové srážky související s nabytím akciových odměn.
Doximity, Inc. (NYSE:DOCS – Get Free Report) CAO Siddharth Sitaram sold 2,613 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, October 14th. The shares were sold at an average price of $30.68, for a total value of $80,166.84. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief accounting officer owned 101,432 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,111,933.76. This represents a 2.51% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards.
Siddharth Sitaram also recently made the following trade(s):
On Tuesday, September 15th, Siddharth Sitaram sold 2,077 shares of Doximity stock. The stock was sold at an average price of $26.02, for a total value of $54,043.54. On Thursday, August 13th, Siddharth Sitaram sold 1,770 shares of Doximity stock. The stock was sold at an average price of $24.94, for a total value of $44,143.80. Doximity Stock Down 0.5% Shares of Doximity stock opened at $30.81 on Monday. The stock has a market cap of $5.49 billion, a P/E ratio of 36.25, a P/E/G ratio of 24.22 and a beta of 1.22. Doximity, Inc. has a 12-month low of $17.15 and a 12-month high of $71.37. The business’s 50 day moving average is $26.75 and its 200-day moving average is $23.63.
Doximity (NYSE:DOCS – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, August 6th. The company reported $0.29 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.16 by $0.13. The business had revenue of $156.62 million during the quarter. Doximity had a net margin of 25.48% and a return on equity of 18.06%. Doximity’s quarterly revenue was up 7.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $0.36 earnings per share. On average, sell-side analysts expect that Doximity, Inc. will post 0.74 EPS for the current year. Institutional Investors Weigh In On Doximity Institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. Versant Capital Management Inc boosted its position in shares of Doximity by 1,176.9% in the third quarter. Versant Capital Management Inc now owns 1,826 shares of the company’s stock valued at $52,000 after acquiring an additional 1,683 shares during the period. Parallel Advisors LLC increased its position in Doximity by 111.0% during the first quarter. Parallel Advisors LLC now owns 2,560 shares of the company’s stock worth $60,000 after acquiring an additional 1,347 shares during the period. Fortitude Family Office LLC increased its position in Doximity by 31,271.4% during the third quarter. Fortitude Family Office LLC now owns 2,196 shares of the company’s stock worth $62,000 after acquiring an additional 2,189 shares during the period. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC raised its stake in Doximity by 937.7% in the 1st quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 2,833 shares of the company’s stock worth $66,000 after purchasing an additional 2,560 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Continuum Advisory LLC acquired a new stake in Doximity in the 2nd quarter worth about $67,000. Institutional investors own 87.19% of the company’s stock.
Key Doximity News Here are the key news stories impacting Doximity this week:
Positive Sentiment: Doximity extended its 13-year alliance with U.S. News, supporting physician searches, appointment booking and hospital rankings. The partnership could reinforce user engagement and patient-access offerings. Doximity Deepens U.S. News Alliance to Improve Patient Access to Care Neutral Sentiment: Doximity will release fiscal 2027 second-quarter results on November 5, giving investors the next major opportunity to assess growth, advertising trends and management’s outlook. Doximity to Release Fiscal 2027 Second Quarter Results on November 5, 2026 Negative Sentiment: Several law firms publicized a securities-fraud class action against Doximity and certain individuals, including co-founder and former Chief Strategy Officer Nate Gross. The allegations reportedly concern statements that Doximity could gain market share while older advertising formats were losing ground to programmatic and social-media competitors; the claims have not been established in court. Negative Sentiment: Investors who purchased DOCS shares between August 8, 2024 and May 13, 2026 are being reminded that November 16, 2026 is the deadline to seek appointment as lead plaintiff. Repeated announcements from Robbins Geller, SBS Law, Kaplan Fox, Rosen, Pomerantz, Bronstein Gewirtz Grossman and other firms increase the visibility of the legal overhang and could weigh on sentiment. DOCS Investor Alert Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of equities research analysts have recently issued reports on the stock. Barclays upped their target price on shares of Doximity from $20.00 to $27.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Friday, August 21st. Bank of America reiterated an “underperform” rating and issued a $20.00 target price (down from $38.00) on shares of Doximity in a research note on Monday, June 29th. Weiss Ratings upgraded Doximity from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “hold (c)” rating in a report on Tuesday, October 6th. Zacks Research raised Doximity from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their price target on Doximity from $26.00 to $31.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, August 7th. Eight research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, fourteen have given a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $30.73.
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Doximity, Inc operates a digital platform designed for U.S. medical professionals. Its network enables physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other healthcare providers to connect with colleagues, exchange clinical information and access professional resources.
The company offers tools for telehealth and care coordination, including video and phone-based communication services, as well as digital faxing and secure messaging capabilities. Doximity also provides medical news and research content tailored to healthcare professionals.
Doximity generates additional business through recruiting and marketing solutions that help healthcare organizations reach clinicians and promote employment opportunities, services and products.
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FTC zažalovala společnost Hims & Hers kvůli údajnému sdílení zdravotních údajů a klamavým praktikám; její akcie 29. července 2026 klesly o 14,73 % na 25 USD.
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On July 29, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”), the People of the State of California through Los Angeles County Counsel and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection sued Hims & Hers in the Northern District of California. According to the FTC, the action alleges that Hims & Hers fails to clearly disclose that it charges consumers for prescriptions almost immediately after they submit an intake form, despite telling consumers that they will be able to consult with a medical provider to find a treatment that is “right for them.” The FTC also alleges that the company has made it difficult for consumers to cancel subscriptions and misled consumers about keeping their health information private. The FTC alleges that Hims shared consumers’ health information with Meta, Snap and other third parties.
Following this news, the price of Hims & Hers stock fell $4.32 per share, or 14.73%, to close at $25.00 per share on July 29, 2026.
Based on the FTC allegations, the complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts to investors, including that (1) the Company shared consumers’ health information with third-party advertising platforms; (2) the Company charges consumers for prescriptions almost immediately after they submit an intake form, despite telling consumers that they will be able to consult with a medical provider to find a treatment that is “right for them;” (3) the foregoing conduct subjected the Company to regulatory scrutiny; (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company was reasonably likely to incur fees and penalties; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
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Key Takeaways Tempus AI's Q2 revenues rose 22% to $382.5M, while adjusted EBITDA improved $13.6M to a positive $8M.
Tempus AI expects its $460M convertible notes offering to cut annual interest expenses by more than $30M.
Tempus AI raised its 2026 revenue outlook to $1.595-$1.605B, maintaining adjusted EBITDA guidance of $65M.
Tempus AI (TEM - Free Report) demonstrates improving operating leverage as revenues scaled in the second quarter of 2026. Second-quarter revenues increased 22% year over year to $382.5 million. Meanwhile, adjusted EBITDA reached $8 million, marking a $13.6 million improvement from a loss of $5.6 million in the year-ago quarter. GAAP net income was $5.6 million and cash used in operating activities narrowed to $7.5 million.
The company ended the quarter with $820.7 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities. It also completed a $460 million offering of 0.0% convertible senior notes due 2032, using part of the proceeds to repay its outstanding loan from Ares Capital. It expects the transaction to reduce annual interest expense by more than $30 million and support its goal of achieving positive free cash flow by year-end 2026.
Against this backdrop, Tempus raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to $1.595-$1.605 billion, implying approximately 25% growth, while maintaining adjusted EBITDA guidance of about $65 million.
Additionally, this combination of stronger revenue growth, positive quarterly adjusted EBITDA and lower expected interest costs supports the company’s progress toward positive free cash flow. However, achieving its year-end target remains a key execution milestone.
Peer UpdateInspire Medical (INSP - Free Report) exited the second quarter of 2026 with cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of $320.7 million compared with $283.8 million at the end of first-quarter 2026. INSP does not have any debt on its balance sheet. Therefore, there appears to be no near-term threat to Inspire Medical’s solvency.
Cumulative net cash provided by operating activities at the end of second-quarter 2026 was $36.1 million compared to the cumulative net cash used in operating activities of $4 million a year ago.
iRhythm Holdings (IRTC - Free Report) exited the second quarter of 2026 with cash and cash equivalents and marketable securities of $591 million compared with $550 million at the end of the first quarter of 2026. IRTC does not have any current-year payable debt. Therefore, there appears to be no near-term threat to iRhythm’s solvency. However, the balance sheet is somewhat leveraged. Total debt of $651 million at the end of second-quarter 2026 has remained unchanged sequentially.
Společnost Signet (SIG) má v žebříčku Zacks hodnocení č. 1 a tři analytici během posledních 60 dnů zvýšili odhad zisku na fiskální rok 2027 o 1,05 USD na 11,70 USD na akcii.
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Stock to Watch: Signet (SIG - Free Report) Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, Signet Jewelers Limited operates a broad portfolio of jewelry brands, including Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Diamonds Direct, Blue Nile, Peoples Jewellers, H.Samuel and Ernest Jones. As of Aug. 1, 2026, Signet operated 2,534 stores, including 2,282 in the North America segment and 252 in the International segment. Store count was down 48 from fiscal 2026 year-end, while selling space declined 1.1% to 4 million square feet.
SIG is a #1 (Strong Buy) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
It also boasts a Value Style Score of A thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 10.12; value investors should take notice.
For fiscal 2027, three analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $1.05 to $11.70 per share. SIG boasts an average earnings surprise of +86.6%.
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Charles Hoskinson slíbil zvláštní gesto, pokud vkladový trezor sUSDrf na Strike Finance dosáhne hodnoty 1 milionu USD; komunita má navrhnout, o co by mělo jít.
Charles Hoskinson, Cardano founder, has teased a special gesture if RealFi’s USD stablecoin, sUSDrf, reaches a milestone of $1 million in deposits.
Hoskinson made the remark after Cardano-based DeFi platform Strike Finance disclosed that $70,000 had flowed into its liquidity vault through sUSDrf. Subsequently, RealFi reported that the vault held around $200,000, raising expectations that it could eventually reach the $1 million milestone.
Something Special Incoming? In response to the development, Hoskinson promised to do something special if the vault hits the $1 million target. However, he left the decision open to the community, asking users to suggest what the gesture should be.
If we reach a million, I have to do something special. What should I do? https://t.co/7mI3Y0Lrl7
— Charles Hoskinson (@IOHK_Charles) October 18, 2026
The comment followed an earlier post in which Hoskinson asked whether users would like to create a prediction market on Bodega Market to forecast when the vault would reach $1 million in deposits. Although the timeline remains uncertain, his remarks have sparked interest in what he might do if the vault achieves the target.
RealFi Integration Boosts Strike Finance Liquidity The development comes after Strike Finance integrated RealFi’s yield opportunities into its platform. At the time, Hoskinson announced that RealFi was open for business.
The integration enables users to earn RealFi yields alongside existing Strike Finance vault rewards. Additionally, with eligible collateral, users can borrow USD without interest, while deploying the funds into vaults linked to Strike Liquidity Provider.
Meanwhile, Strike Finance reported that its liquidity vault had surpassed $1 million, with $200,000 flowing into it over the preceding 72 hours through RealFi’s USD stablecoin.
RealFi Could Support Cardano’s Liquidity Growth Hoskinson has positioned RealFi as a project that could attract additional capital to Cardano’s ecosystem and increase its total value locked (TVL). Through its integration with Strike Finance, the project could broaden access to yield opportunities and encourage more users to deploy capital across Cardano-based decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.
However, growth in a single liquidity vault does not necessarily translate into an equivalent increase in Cardano’s overall TVL. The broader impact depends on where the assets are deployed and how the respective platforms account for them.
At press time, Cardano’s TVL stood at $62.77 million, representing a 0.21% decline over the previous 24 hours. Nevertheless, the reported growth in Strike Finance’s vault offers an encouraging sign for the ecosystem. Whether it leads to sustained growth in Cardano’s DeFi liquidity will depend on the platform’s ability to attract and retain capital.
Petrobras získá od partnerů Shell, TotalEnergies a Petrogal čistou platbu ve výši přibližně 859 milionů USD za dorovnání nákladů, objemů a licenčních poplatků v ložiscích Berbigão a Sururu; vypořádání se očekává do listopadu 2026.
Key Takeaways Petrobras will receive $859 million from its BM-S-11A partners, with settlement expected by November 2026.The agreements follow ANP-approved ownership revisions for the Berbigao and Sururu reservoirs.PBR holds 45.394% of Sururu and 62.913% of Berbigao, with partners reconciling costs, volumes and royalties. Petrobras S.A. (PBR - Free Report) , a Brazilian state-owned energy firm, announced the signing of cost and volume balancing agreements with its partners, Shell plc (SHEL - Free Report) , TotalEnergies SE (TTE - Free Report) and Petrogal S.A. in the BM-S-11A consortium. This agreement covers the Berbigao and Sururu shared reservoirs and associated assets in the prolific Santos Basin, offshore Brazil. Under this agreement, PBR will receive a net payment of approximately $859 million from its partners, with settlement expected by November 2026.
The agreements come after the execution of production individualization agreements (AIPs) for the Berbigao and Sururu reservoirs. Production Individualization Agreements are required when a hydrocarbon reservoir extends across areas with different ownership interests. The AIPs establish how the reservoir will be jointly developed and how resources will be allocated among multiple partners. The agreement outlined the revised ownership structure for the Berbigao and Sururu reservoirs, which was authorized by Brazil’s National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP). Following the revised ownership structure, the companies will reconcile their respective operating costs, production volumes and royalties.
Under the revised ownership arrangement, Petrobras has a 45.394% interest in the Sururu shared reservoir, while Shell, TotalEnergies and Petrogal hold 23.742%, 21.367% and 9.497%, respectively. In the Berbigao shared reservoir, Petrobras has a 62.913% interest. SHEL and TTE hold 16.125% and 14.512%, respectively, while Petrogal has the remaining 6.450%. The Sururu and Berbigao shared reservoirs extend across the BM-S-11A concession, operated by Petrobras and the Transfer of Rights agreement, in which the Brazilian energy company holds a 100% interest. The cost and volume balancing agreements apply to the period from Sept. 15, 2000, through April 30, 2026, just before the production individualization agreements were implemented.
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Shell is one of the oil and gas supermajors headquartered in London, with operations spread across the globe. SHEL’s long-term strategy revolves around liquefied natural gas, considering the secular shift to cleaner-burning fuel for power generation worldwide, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. Shell continues investing in projects that can support long-term production growth and reserve replacement so that the company can sustain earnings growth in the long run.
TotalEnergies is one of the largest integrated energy firms, with operations spread across multiple geographies. Headquartered in France, the company is increasing energy production from LNG and clean electricity. In fact, the company had 37.4 gigawatts of gross installed renewable power capacity by the end of the June quarter. The company is also a major upstream player with a strong production growth profile.
Petrogal is a subsidiary of Galp Energia (GLPEY - Free Report) . Galp Energia is a Portuguese energy company engaged in exploration and production activities. It refines and markets oil products and gas, as well as engages in marketing and sales activities.
Key Takeaways Rigetti's Q2 revenues jumped to $5.1M from $1.8M, driven by Novera system sales and related products.RGTI's dependence on major contracts and two key customers raises concerns over quarterly revenue volatility.Rigetti's operating expenses surged 48% to $30.3M, while its $541.3M liquidity supports continued investments.
Rigetti Computing (RGTI - Free Report) is making progress in commercializing its quantum computing technology, but revenue concentration and unpredictable contract timing continue to cloud its near-term growth outlook. Second-quarter 2026 revenues increased to $5.1 million from $1.8 million in the prior-year quarter, driven primarily by sales of its 9-qubit Novera systems and related products. However, the company remains reliant on a limited customer base, with two customers accounting for 64% and 16% of quarterly revenues, respectively.
Moreover, the $8.4 million quantum computing system order from India’s C-DAC is expected to be recognized only after installation and acceptance testing in the fourth quarter of 2026. This highlights the potential for significant fluctuations in quarterly results as revenue recognition depends on the completion of large customer projects. Although demand for on-premises quantum systems and development contracts is gaining traction, Rigetti’s current offerings remain primarily research-oriented, limiting visibility into sustained, recurring commercial demand.
Meanwhile, Rigetti’s aggressive investments in quantum technology continue to weigh on profitability. Second-quarter 2026 operating expenses rose 48% year over year to $30.3 million, reflecting a 53% surge in research and development expenses to $20.7 million. Consequently, the company reported an operating loss of $28.1 million. Management expects substantial investments in R&D, cryogenic infrastructure and fabrication capacity to continue as Rigetti advances its technology roadmap.
While its $541.3 million liquidity position provides considerable financial flexibility to fund these initiatives, persistent operating losses and elevated capital requirements remain concerns. Potential shareholder dilution also warrants attention if funding needs increase. For now, Rigetti’s long-term opportunity rests on translating technological progress and growing customer interest into a more predictable revenue stream, while managing costs and improving the commercial viability of its quantum computing systems.
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D-Wave Quantum (QBTS - Free Report) finalized a definitive agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce for up to $100 million in CHIPS Act funding to advance its quantum technology roadmap, reinforcing its position as a dual-platform provider of annealing and gate-model quantum systems. While the company reported a wider-than-expected second-quarter 2026 loss, missed revenue estimates and weaker adjusted gross margins, it continued to build commercial momentum through stronger bookings, deeper engagements with major global organizations and progress across its technology roadmap.
IonQ (IONQ - Free Report) signed an $8.18 million commercial agreement with Congruity360 to integrate its post-quantum cryptography and quantum key distribution appliances into the latter's enterprise data management platform, strengthening its foothold in the enterprise cybersecurity market. The company also advanced its hardware roadmap with the launch of Superion 256, its sixth-generation quantum computing platform, after fabricating its first integrated 256-qubit quantum processing units with SkyWater and successfully trapping the first ions in prototype systems across multiple U.S. facilities.
Applied Digital ve fiskálním 1. čtvrtletí 2027 zvýšila tržby meziročně o 322 % na 341,9 mil. USD, ale při dluhu 6,4 mld. USD vykázala čistou ztrátu 221 mil. USD.
Key Takeaways APLD's interest expense surged 866% to $77.4M in Q1 FY27, with debt totaling roughly $6.4B.APLD grew revenues 322% to $341.9M but still posted a $62.4M operating loss and $221M shareholder net loss.With $36B in long-term contracted revenues, APLD faces $2.16B in future interest payments & more financing.
Applied Digital (APLD - Free Report) faces growing profitability pressure as its AI data center expansion drives debt and interest costs sharply higher. As of Aug. 31, 2026, the company carried approximately $6.4 billion of debt. First-quarter fiscal 2027 interest expense surged 866% year over year to $77.4 million, compared with $8 million a year earlier. Interest income also rose to $35.8 million from $0.9 million, partly offsetting the financing burden.
The financing burden reflects substantial infrastructure investments. Purchases of property, equipment and other assets reached $2.07 billion during the quarter, dwarfing the $63.9 million in operating cash flow. APLD issued $1.59 billion in 7% senior secured notes to fund the third building at Polaris Forge 1 and repay a bridge loan. The company still needs financing for Polaris Forge 3 and Delta Forge 1 and 2.
These expenses are diluting the benefits of strong demand. Despite a 322% jump in revenues to $341.9 million, APLD reported an operating loss of $62.4 million and a $221 million net loss attributable to common shareholders from continuing operations. The company estimates $2.16 billion in future interest payments on existing debt obligations, adding pressure as construction continues.
Still, management has some protection. More than 80% of debt principal matures in fiscal 2031 or later, the latest note coupon improved from 9.25% on earlier issuance and approximately $36 billion of long-term contracted revenues support future rental growth. Even so, AI-driven revenues have not yet overcome the debt burden. Reducing financing costs and converting contracted campuses into cash-generating assets will be crucial to restoring profitability.
How Are AI Infrastructure Peers Managing Profitability Pressures?CoreWeave (CRWV - Free Report) , which leases capacity at APLD's Polaris Forge 1 campus, faces similar profitability challenges from rising financing expenses. In its second-quarter 2026 results, CoreWeave reported $2.58 billion in revenues, up 112% year over year, and approximately $104 billion in revenue backlog. However, net interest expense surged to $640 million from $267 million a year earlier, while net loss widened to $626 million from $290 million. CoreWeave’s adjusted operating income also declined to $128 million from $200 million, highlighting the challenges of translating robust AI demand into sustainable profitability.
Core Scientific (CORZ - Free Report) is advancing its AI infrastructure strategy by converting Bitcoin-mining facilities into high-density colocation data centers. In the second quarter of 2026, Core Scientific reported $136.7 million in colocation revenues, while its billable capacity reached 437 megawatts by mid-July. However, capital expenditures totaled $797.5 million during the quarter, while net interest expense reached $23.8 million. Its AMD-linked infrastructure partnership covering approximately 530 megawatts adds growth opportunities but also significant funding requirements. Like APLD, Core Scientific must balance aggressive infrastructure investments with financing costs to achieve sustainable profitability.
APLD’s Share Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesAPLD's shares have lost 36% over the past month, compared to the broader Zacks Finance sector’s down 2.7%.
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From a valuation standpoint, APLD trades at a trailing 12-month price/sales (P/S) ratio of 6.03, higher than the Finance – Miscellaneous Services industry’s 2.39. The company carries a Value Score of F.
APLD’s Valuation
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Applied Digital’s fiscal 2027 bottom line is currently pegged at a loss of $2.06, trending downward over the past 30- and 60-day periods. The projected loss is wider than the 91-cent loss recorded a year ago.
Akcie CoreWeave v pondělí vzrostly zhruba o 2 % poté, co Goldman Sachs zvýšila doporučení na „kupovat“, navzdory obavám z dluhu ve výši asi 72,9 mld. USD.
CoreWeave CRWV shares rebounded on Monday after a bruising week, gaining support from bullish analyst calls as investors returned to technology stocks despite lingering concerns about the company's debt-funded expansion.
The Nvidia-backed cloud computing company rose around 2%, trading at $62.9 in early trading. The recovery followed a 24% decline over the five sessions through last week, while the stock has fallen 43% since August 11.
The broader market also provided support. The Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.92%, while the S&P 500 advanced 0.44%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, opened 0.1% lower.
The rebound extended beyond CoreWeave, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rising more than 2% after eight consecutive sessions of losses, offering some relief to a technology sector under pressure from concerns about AI spending and financing costs.
A key catalyst for CoreWeave on Monday was positive analyst sentiment despite the stock's steep correction.
Goldman Sachs upgraded the company to Buy from Neutral, arguing that investor concerns about its risks may have become overstated.
Analyst Gabriela Borges lowered her price target to $106 from $139 following last week's sell-off but maintained that the shares had substantial room to recover.
She said developments expected over the next 12 months could provide positive signals for the business following the recent decline.
Other Wall Street firms also maintained positive ratings.
Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated its Overweight rating and $176 price target, arguing that demand remained strong while computing capacity was still scarce. The firm also viewed the recent sell-off as excessive.
Evercore ISI maintained its Outperform rating with a $150 price target, while Deutsche Bank retained its Buy rating and $150 target. Both targets suggest significant upside from CoreWeave's early trading price of $63.40.
Debt concerns remain a major headwindMonday's rebound follows a sharp deterioration in investor sentiment last week as concerns mounted over CoreWeave's borrowing requirements and the cost of financing its expansion.
The company's £2.8 billion ($4 billion) in bonds carrying a 9.75% coupon, issued in April, traded at 79.5 cents on the dollar last week and yielded more than 15%, according to data from BondCliQ.
CoreWeave has approximately £50 billion ($72.9 billion) in debt, adding to investor concerns about its ability to finance continued growth as borrowing costs rise.
The company is a loss-making cloud computing provider that rents out Nvidia graphics processing units (GPUs) and supplies computing capacity to AI developers, including OpenAI, as well as major technology companies such as Meta Platforms.
It operates data centers across the United States and internationally, with its business model built around supplying the computing power required to train and run advanced AI systems.
That expansion requires substantial upfront spending. While demand for computing capacity has been strong, investors are increasingly weighing the potential for future revenue against the financial burden of building and operating additional infrastructure.
CoreWeave's latest rebound highlights the tension facing companies that have positioned themselves at the centre of the AI infrastructure boom.
For CoreWeave shareholders, the key question is whether the company can convert demand for computing capacity into financial returns sufficient to support its capital-intensive expansion.
Monday's gains offered a reprieve after a sharp sell-off, but the stock remains well below its recent levels. Investors will continue to assess whether improving sentiment and analyst support can sustain the recovery amid the broader debate over the cost and profitability of AI infrastructure.
Sell Circle (CRCL). The core driver is falling USDC supply and lower US yields, which directly compresses Circle’s interest income and growth expectations. Arc TVL is also sliding (momentum fading), and the stock is below the 50-day and key technical levels—bearish setup with limited near-term catalysts. Key risk: USDC supply stabilizes and yields re-accelerate, forcing analysts to raise revenue/interest-income guidance and triggering a sustained stock rebound.
Key Risk: USDC supply stops falling and yields rise again, reversing revenue pressure and sparking a durable CRCL rally.
USDC supply weakness
Sell USDC exposure via shorting USDC-linked crypto beta (e.g., short USDC/USDT on major venues or use a USDC-pegged stablecoin ETF/ETN if available). The article shows USDC market cap down from ~$80B YTD high and Arc stablecoin growth lagging—second-order pressure is less liquidity and weaker on-chain activity, which tends to hit stablecoin demand and trading volumes. Key risk: a major catalyst boosts USDC issuance (regulatory clarity, large issuer expansion, or renewed DeFi demand), pushing USDC market cap back up.
Key Risk: A catalyst drives a new wave of USDC issuance and stablecoin demand, lifting USDC market cap and liquidity.
Circle Internet stock has remained under pressure in the past few months as the company faces substantial headwinds. It ended last week at $82.22, down by 42% from its highest level this year. This weakness has coincided with the falling US bond yields, USDC supply, and the fading Arc momentum.
There are signs that the USDC demand is falling this month. CoinMarketCap data shows that the market cap of the stablecoin has slumped to $72.4 billion from $76 billion in September. It has dropped from the year-to-date high of $80 billion.
Circle Internet is affected by the ongoing USDC supply because of its business model, which revolves around its supply. The company invests most of its USDC reserves in short-term government bonds. It uses these investments to generate a return, which depends on yields.
Data shows that US bond yields have reversed in the past few days, even though analysts expect the upward trend to continue. The three-month yield has dropped to 4.17% from this month’s high of 4.2%. As such, these numbers mean that the company’s revenue will be modest.
Yahoo Finance data show that analysts expect Circle’s revenue growth will be relatively modest. The average estimate is that its third-quarter revenue will come in at $785 million, up by 6.25% from a year earlier. For the year, the revenue is expected to be $3.02 billion, up by 9.8% from a year earlier.
Circle Internet Group has also faced more challenges, especially in its recently launched Arc layer-1 blockchain. Data compiled by DeFi Llama shows that the total value locked (TVL) on Arc has dropped to $525 million from the all-time high of $566 million. The biggest dApps in the protocol are Morpho Blue, Aave V4, Galaxy Curation, and Keyrock.
Arc’s stablecoin supply is also not growing as quickly as was initially expected. It has $666 million in stablecoin supply, with USDC having the biggest market share. This growth is substantially slower than that of Robinhood Chain, which has become one of the fastest-growing chains in the crypto industry.
Meanwhile, Circle is also being affected by the ongoing performance of the crypto industry, where Bitcoin and most altcoins have fallen. Bitcoin has dropped to $80,000, while demand for other tokens has fallen.
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The daily chart shows that the CRCL stock has dropped to $82.2 from a high of $103 in September. It has fallen below the 50-day moving average and the strong, pivot, reverse level of the Murrey Math Lines tool.
On the positive side, the stock has formed a bullish flag pattern, which is made up of a vertical line and a descending channel pattern. Therefore, there is a possibility that the stock will bounce back, potentially to the psychological level of $100. A move above that level will point to more gains towards the extreme overshoot level of $112. On the other hand, a drop below the Major S/R pivot point of $75 will invalidate the bullish outlook.
Analytici očekávají, že Tractor Supply ve 3. čtvrtletí vykáže zisk na akcii (EPS) ve výši 0,40 USD, což představuje meziroční pokles o 18,4 %, při tržbách 3,8 miliardy USD (meziročně +2,3 %).
Analysts on Wall Street project that Tractor Supply (TSCO - Free Report) will announce quarterly earnings of $0.40 per share in its forthcoming report, representing a decline of 18.4% year over year. Revenues are projected to reach $3.8 billion, increasing 2.3% from the same quarter last year.
Over the last 30 days, there has been no revision in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter. This signifies the covering analysts' collective reconsideration of their initial forecasts over the course of 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 Tractor Supply metrics that are commonly monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts.
The consensus estimate for 'Comparable store sales increase/(decrease)' stands at -1.1%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 3.9% in the same quarter last year.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Number of stores - Petsense' will reach 184 . Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 206 in the same quarter of the previous year.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Number of stores' should come in at 2,669 . The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 2,570 .
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Number of stores - Tractor Supply' of 2,481 . Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 2,364 in the same quarter of the previous year.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Sales per selling square foot' will likely reach $90.31 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $92.39 .
Analysts expect 'Total selling square footage' to come in at 42 millions of square feet. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 40 millions of square feet.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'New stores opened - Tractor Supply' should arrive at 18 . Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 29 in the same quarter last year.
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Shares of Tractor Supply have experienced a change of +3% in the past month compared to the +1.5% move of the Zacks S&P 500 composite. With a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), TSCO is expected to underperform the overall market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
SummarySandisk Corporation's recent selloff reflects mounting concerns over the durability of AI infrastructure spending amid rising industry debt levels and tightening credit conditions.However, TSMC's and ASML's latest earnings outperformance and forward projections reinforce resilient AI demand, supporting accelerating inference-driven NAND storage requirements favorable to SNDK.Sandisk's advancing BiCS technology roadmap also strengthens its ability to capitalize on the intensifying storage density, performance, and power efficiency requirements of scaling high-volume agentic inference.Coupled with anticipated upside to Sandisk's NBM execution ahead of fiscal Q1 earnings, its increasingly de-risked cyclical exposure further supports a sustained recovery from current levels. alacatr/iStock Unreleased via Getty Images
Sandisk Corporation (SNDK) has lost close to 30% of its value over the past month, as the broader market selloff intensified in recent weeks. The volatility has been primarily driven by renewed market concerns about the
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nVent Electric otevře v první polovině roku 2027 závod Blaine 2 na výrobu systémů kapalinového chlazení pro AI datová centra. Tržby z prodeje datovým centrům mají v roce 2026 přesáhnout 2 mld. USD.
Key Takeaways NVT plans to open its Blaine 2 liquid cooling facility in the first half of 2027 to meet rising demand.NVT expects 2026 data center sales to exceed $2 billion, backed by a $2.5 billion backlog.NVT plans to spend $130 million on 2026 capital expenditures, up 40%, to expand data center capacity.
nVent Electric (NVT - Free Report) is expanding its liquid cooling capacity to meet rising demand from AI data centers. The company has announced a third facility expansion in Minnesota, called Blaine 2, which will be similar in size to its existing Blaine facility and is expected to open in the first half of 2027. The expansion follows strong customer demand and growing orders for liquid cooling products.
NVT’s existing Blaine facility has effectively doubled its liquid cooling capacity and is ramping up production. However, management said the added capacity will not be enough to meet expected demand. The company is expanding production to support its growing customer base, which includes hyperscalers, neocloud providers and colocation data center operators. NVT expects its total data center sales to exceed $2 billion in 2026, more than double the prior year’s level.
Strong orders and backlog support the company’s expansion plans. NVT ended the second quarter with a backlog of $2.5 billion and reported strong orders at the start of the third quarter. Management said the company is also working with suppliers to ensure they can increase production as demand rises. For 2026, NVT expects capital expenditures of approximately $130 million, up 40% from the prior year, with much of the investment directed toward data centers, power utilities and supply chain capacity.
As AI data centers adopt more powerful chips, demand for liquid cooling and related infrastructure is expected to increase. NVT is also preparing to launch a new modular liquid cooling platform in fall 2026. The company believes its current investments will help it serve customers and support growth through 2027 and beyond. The pace at which new facilities ramp up, along with suppliers’ ability to meet demand, will be important as NVT works to keep its capacity aligned with the expanding AI data center market. The Blaine 2 expansion should help NVT add capacity to serve this demand and support its data center growth.
How Do Competitors Fare Against NVTnVent Electric faces stiff competition from AI data center infrastructure players such as Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) and Super Micro Computer (SMCI - Free Report) .
Vertiv is also benefiting from strong AI data center spending and has a broad portfolio covering power and thermal management. VRT offers power, cooling and services as an integrated solution and is expanding its liquid-cooling capabilities through acquisitions, including Strategic Thermal Labs, which added server-side liquid cooling and cold-plate expertise. VRT expects 2026 sales of $14 billion, suggesting 37% year-over-year growth, with organic growth of 31%.
Super Micro Computer is another strong player in AI data-center infrastructure, with its business spanning servers, storage, networking and direct liquid cooling. Its data center building block solutions combine GPU and CPU servers, storage, direct liquid cooling, cooling distribution units, networking and data-center management software. SMCI is also expanding its liquid-cooling capacity and expects its manufacturing network to support more than 3,000 direct liquid-cooled racks per month. For fiscal 2027, the company expects revenues to be in the range of $65-$72 billion.
NVT's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of nVent Electric have jumped 39.3% year to date against the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry’s decline of 22.4%.
From a valuation standpoint, NVT trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 3.70X, higher than the industry’s average of 3.40X. NVT has a Value Score of D.
NVT’s Forward 12-Month P/S Ratio
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for nVent Electric’s 2026 and 2027 earnings per share (EPS) implies year-over-year growth of 53.1% and 23.8%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2026 and 2027 have both been revised down over the past 30 days.
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Tesla předvedla funkční prototyp nové generace Roadsteru, ale sériová výroba pro zákazníky se očekává až v roce 2028; firma nezveřejnila cenu, objem výroby ani marži.
What happened Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) demonstrated a working next-generation Roadster on October 15, but the car is not expected to enter consumer production until 2028. The reveal improves product credibility, not near-term earnings visibility.
The prototype used cold-gas thrusters and a suction system to jump and maneuver in the air. Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) now has physical proof of a vehicle first presented years earlier, but the company did not disclose planned unit volume, final pricing or expected gross margin.
That is the key before-and-after. The Roadster moved from a long-delayed concept to a demonstrated prototype. It did not move to customer deliveries or reported revenue. Read more: Tesla (TSLA) stock analysis and investment case
Why it matters The earnings burden makes that distinction important. Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) spent $2.371 billion on research and development in the second quarter, up 49% from a year earlier. Operating income was $398 million for the same period.
Research spending was therefore 5.96 times operating income. The comparison does not isolate Roadster costs. It shows how much commercial proof investors need from the broader product pipeline before demonstrations can support stronger earnings.
A working prototype is still useful evidence. It may strengthen the brand, draw reservations and show that Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) can combine vehicle and aerospace engineering. None of those benefits has a disclosed revenue figure yet.
The strongest countercase is simple: a halo car can matter without selling at mass-market volume. Yet the investment case still needs production, deliveries and margins. The 2028 timing leaves at least another full year before consumer output is expected to begin.
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What's next The next useful evidence is a production plan with final pricing, annual capacity and cost targets. Delivery data and automotive gross margin would then show whether Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) turned the prototype into profitable sales.
Until those numbers arrive, the Roadster demonstration strengthens technical credibility but leaves the near-term earnings case unchanged.
More from OptimistFi TSLA stock: the Tesla thesis, its status and the next test to watch Stock research on every company OptimistFi covers Latest stock research and investment-case updates OptimistFi: evidence-first equity research Sources Tesla Roadster product page — Official product page confirming the next-generation Roadster and current company presentation. Tesla, Inc. second-quarter 2026 Form 10-Q — Verifies Tesla, Inc., Nasdaq ticker TSLA, second-quarter R&D expense of $2.371 billion and operating income of $398 million. Associated Press on the Roadster demonstration — Independent October 16 report on the October 15 prototype demonstration, thruster and suction systems, regulatory limitations and 2028 consumer-production timing. Photo: Gigafactory Texas Building 1 June 2022 by Larry D. Moore — File photo taken June 17, 2022 by Larry D. Moore. Original 2,673 by 1,503 pixels. It depicts Tesla, Inc.'s Texas factory, not the October 2026 Roadster event. Photo license: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 — Photographer Larry D. Moore. Source link requested by the creator. No substantive changes beyond responsive delivery and cropping. Read the full OptimistFi thesis on Tesla, Inc.: https://optimistfi.com/stocks/TSLA
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Uber ve čtvrtletí očekává zisk na akcii (EPS) ve výši 0,94 USD, což představuje meziroční pokles o 69,8 %, při tržbách 14,74 miliardy USD, meziročně vyšších o 9,4 %.
Uber Technologies (UBER - Free Report) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.
Shares of this ride-hailing company have returned -0.2% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.5% change. The Zacks Internet - Services industry, to which Uber belongs, has lost 0.2% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?
While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.
Earnings Estimate RevisionsRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.
We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.
Uber is expected to post earnings of $0.94 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of -69.8%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed -0.1%.
For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $3.2 points to a change of -39.6% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed -0.5%.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $4.56 indicates a change of +42.6% from what Uber is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -0.7%.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Uber.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue GrowthWhile earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company's financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn't able to grow its revenues. After all, it's nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it's important to know a company's potential revenue growth.
For Uber, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $14.74 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +9.4%. For the current and next fiscal years, $57.91 billion and $66.86 billion estimates indicate +11.3% and +15.5% changes, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryUber reported revenues of $14.19 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +12.2%. EPS of $1.17 for the same period compares with $0.63 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $14.21 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of -0.13%. The EPS surprise was +40.96%.
Over the last four quarters, Uber surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates two times over this period.
ValuationWithout considering a stock's valuation, no investment decision can be efficient. In predicting a stock's future price performance, it's crucial to determine whether its current price correctly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects.
While comparing the current values of a company's valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock's price.
The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an A is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Uber is graded D on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.
Bottom LineThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Uber. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Google a McKinsey během 10 let nakoupí 320 000 tun uhlíkových kreditů za odstraňování uhlíku z brazilského projektu silvopastvy společnosti Working Trees.
Google and McKinsey have agreed to buy 320,000 metric tons of carbon removal credits over 10 years in its first-ever silvopasture project, as part of its commitments through the Symbiosis Coalition, in what is an emerging approach to climate mitigation.
The long-term purchase agreements announced on Monday will support an effort by Working Trees, a climate technology company, to convert degraded cattle pasture into mixed-species systems across Brazil's southeastern Amazon and Cerrado regions, the coalition said.
Silvopasture integrates trees into cattle pastures, allowing ranching to continue while boosting carbon sequestration and reducing pressure for deforestation.
The deal will help fund the restoration of 8,700 hectares (21,500 acres) of degraded and semi-degraded pastureland as part of a broader 50,000-hectare project and is one of the first attempts to deploy carbon-funded silvopasture at a larger scale.
"Silvopasture, within the various different approaches for sequestering carbon via natural systems, is one of the pathways with the most promising potential for scale. And carbon finance has a role to play in financing that solution," Julia Strong, executive director of the Symbiosis Coalition, told Reuters.
The coalition, whose members include Alphabet's (GOOGL.O) Google, Microsoft (MSFT.O), Meta (META.O) and Salesforce (CRM.N), focuses on long-term carbon offset contracts, with pledges for more than 20 million tons of offsets by 2030.
Working Trees plants rows of commercial timber and native tree species directly into existing cattle pasture, leaving space for grazing.
The company says the model improves cattle productivity while generating future timber revenue that encourages landowners to maintain the systems after carbon-credit income declines.
"This project and the potential to scale to millions of hectares in this part of Brazil is a really exciting opportunity to showcase what good looks like," Strong said, adding that Working Trees had demonstrated the model through a pilot project.
Working Trees Chief Executive Leif Gonzales-Kramer said the long-term purchase commitments were critical to unlocking investment for such projects.
"If you believe that the world will continue to eat beef and that the world will take climate action seriously, the only way that you can actually achieve both at the same time is through silvopasture," he said.
Brazil's nascent carbon market has attracted increased interest from investors and lenders as companies seek high-quality carbon-removal projects to meet climate goals.
Technology companies, in particular, are looking for ways to offset emissions linked to the rapid expansion of energy-intensive artificial intelligence infrastructure. Some critics, however, say the offsets allow polluters to avoid reducing their emissions.
The US Supreme Court declined on Monday to hear a challenge by Alphabet's Google (GOOGL.O) to a US Patent and Trademark Office rule that the company argued has insulated older patents from validity reviews and helped fuel a surge in patent litigation.
The justices turned away Google's appeal of a lower court's decision not to force the agency to reconsider, without using its "settled expectations" rule, the company's challenge to the validity of a patent held by software company VirtaMove. VirtaMove accused Google of infringing the patent.
Google asked the Supreme Court to review the "settled expectations" policy, under which the patent office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board, or PTAB, became more likely to reject requests to review patents that have been in force for more than six years.
Technology companies often use the board's "inter partes review" process to try to cancel patents that they are accused of infringing. The three most active board petitioners between 2020 and 2025 were Samsung, Apple and Alphabet, according to a report from IP company Patexia.
The USPTO during President Donald Trump's administration has introduced measures that have decreased the percentage of reviews the board takes up.
That figure fell to 37% in 2026 under John Squires, the Trump appointee who heads the patent office, compared to 65% under his predecessor Kathi Vidal, who was appointed by former President Joe Biden, according to an April report from the agency.
The patent office outlined in a memo last year several factors that favor rejecting an inter partes review petition, which the agency has used to deny review for patents that are more than six years old based on the "settled expectations" of the parties.
The patent office cited the "settled expectations" rule in rejecting Google's review petition in 2025 concerning the VirtaMove patent involving server software. The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled against Google's appeal of the patent office rejection.
Google told the justices in a filing that the rule exceeds the patent office's authority by creating an artificial time limit for board petitions.
"The PTO (Patent and Trademark Office) has no authority to create a limitations period where Congress did not, and it has no authority to expand patent rights beyond what Congress provided," Google said in the filing.
The Trump administration urged the court not to hear Google's appeal.
A group of companies including Google, Apple and Intel has filed a separate lawsuit challenging a related patent office policy. The Federal Circuit ruled against the companies in February, and Intel and Google have also asked the Supreme Court to hear that case.
Morgan Stanley označila Amazon za svůj hlavní tip, zvýšila cílovou cenu z 335 USD na 350 USD a očekává růst tržeb AWS o 47 % v roce 2027 a o 42 % v roce 2028.
Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) shares are trading higher Monday after Morgan Stanley named the stock a top pick and raised its price target to $350 from $335.
Amazon shares are trending higher. Why is AMZN stock advancing? Morgan Stanley Names Amazon a Top Pick, Raises Its Target to $350 and Lifts AWS Growth ForecastsIn a note titled "Amazon to Top Pick and 5 Catalysts to Deliver Outperformance," Morgan Stanley analyst Brian Nowak kept an Overweight rating and raised his price target to $350 from $335, about 40% above Friday’s $250.00 close. He sees a 3-to-1 risk-reward ratio, with a $220 bear case and a $410 bull case and bases the target on about 21 times his 2028 earnings per share estimate of roughly $16.50. His five catalysts are continued AWS growth, AWS margin beats, greater visibility into Bedrock, Amazon’s role in agentic shopping and robotics. He now expects AWS revenue to grow 47% in 2027 and 42% in 2028, up from 41% and 37%, after Nvidia indicated AWS expects to deploy 2 million GPUs in 2027 and 2028.
"We continue to think AWS’s growth and profit runway is under-appreciated," Nowak wrote.
Amazon Also Funds a 960 MW Nuclear Project in Indiana With X-energy and AEPSeparately, X-Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:XE) and American Electric Power Company Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) announced Monday a joint development agreement to advance feasibility work for a proposed 12-unit Xe-100 small modular reactor plant near the former Breed Generating Station in Sullivan County, Indiana. The project would provide 960 MW of power, and Amazon will provide development funding. It is the second commercial deployment under X-energy and Amazon’s collaboration to bring more than 5 GW of new nuclear capacity to the U.S. grid by 2039, joining Energy Northwest’s Cascade project in Washington State.
"Together, we’re looking to develop nearly a gigawatt of carbon-free power for the regional grid and pay our full costs without passing them to others," said Josh Weissman, vice president of data center infrastructure capacity delivery at Amazon.
Amazon Reports Third-Quarter Results Oct. 29Amazon reports after the market closes on Oct. 29. Analysts estimate earnings per share of $1.96 and revenue of $202.21 billion. In the second quarter, Amazon reported earnings per share of $5.75, beating the consensus estimate of $1.82, with unrealized investment gains contributing, and revenue of $200.61 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $196.46 billion. It guided to third-quarter net sales of $197 billion to $202 billion.
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Nicholas Investment Partners ve druhém čtvrtletí otevřel novou pozici ve společnosti Microsoft, když koupil 14 182 akcií v hodnotě přibližně 5,29 milionu USD.
Nicholas Investment Partners LP purchased a new stake in shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 14,182 shares of the software giant’s stock, valued at approximately $5,290,000.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the business. Empirical Financial Services LLC d.b.a. Empirical Wealth Management grew its stake in shares of Microsoft by 4.0% in the 2nd quarter. Empirical Financial Services LLC d.b.a. Empirical Wealth Management now owns 229,490 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $85,604,000 after purchasing an additional 8,773 shares during the period. D.B. Root & Company LLC bought a new stake in Microsoft during the second quarter worth about $3,652,000. Markel Group Inc. grew its stake in Microsoft by 0.4% during the first quarter. Markel Group Inc. now owns 537,630 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $199,014,000 after buying an additional 1,950 shares during the last quarter. Bessemer Group Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Microsoft by 8.4% during the first quarter. Bessemer Group Inc. now owns 6,921,677 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $2,562,197,000 after buying an additional 537,634 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Taylor Securities Services Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Microsoft during the fourth quarter worth approximately $2,616,000. Institutional investors own 71.13% of the company’s stock.
Insider Activity In related news, EVP Takeshi Numoto sold 4,810 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, August 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $496.48, for a total value of $2,388,068.80. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 42,677 shares in the company, valued at $21,188,276.96. This represents a 10.13% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. Also, CEO Judson Althoff sold 10,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $487.89, for a total value of $4,878,900.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 100,447 shares in the company, valued at $49,007,086.83. The trade was a 9.05% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last three months, insiders sold 150,314 shares of company stock valued at $75,404,992. 0.03% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
Key Stories Impacting Microsoft Here are the key news stories impacting Microsoft this week: Positive Sentiment: Analysts expect Microsoft to remain the only major hyperscaler with positive free cash flow over the next year despite heavy AI investment. This reinforces confidence that the company can fund data-center expansion without substantial external financing. Microsoft Free Cash Flow Expected to Remain Positive Positive Sentiment: Microsoft signed a 20-year agreement with NiSource for approximately 1,100 megawatts of power for an Indiana data-center campus beginning in 2028. Securing electricity supports future Azure capacity as grid constraints become a bottleneck for AI expansion. Microsoft Signs Power Deal With NiSource Positive Sentiment: Microsoft’s custom Maia AI chips and reports that a new model achieved comparable or better performance than OpenAI’s system using a fraction of the computing power could eventually reduce reliance on expensive third-party GPUs and improve AI economics. Microsoft Wants to Make AI Cheaper Neutral Sentiment: Investors are focused on Azure growth, Copilot adoption, AI monetization and capital expenditures ahead of earnings. Strong demand could support the shares, but the market wants evidence that revenue growth is translating into sustainable margins. Negative Sentiment: The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Microsoft’s grip on business software and says Microsoft and Amazon Web Services may need to do more to address cloud-service barriers. Potential remedies could increase compliance costs or weaken customer-lock-in advantages. UK Regulator Targets Microsoft’s Business Software Grip Negative Sentiment: Questions remain over whether custom chips will deliver meaningful savings: AI infrastructure, power and data-center commitments are rising rapidly, while Microsoft is reportedly seeking substantial cost reductions in Azure. That creates concern about near-term free-cash-flow and margin pressure. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of research firms have recently issued reports on MSFT. KeyCorp reiterated an “overweight” rating on shares of Microsoft in a research note on Thursday, September 3rd. BMO Capital Markets assumed coverage on shares of Microsoft in a research report on Monday, October 5th. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued an “outperform” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Thursday, September 10th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Monday, September 28th. Finally, CLSA restated an “outperform” rating on shares of Microsoft in a research report on Thursday, July 30th. Forty-two research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have assigned a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $589.71.
Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on Microsoft
Microsoft Stock Performance NASDAQ:MSFT opened at $529.05 on Monday. The company has a current ratio of 1.23, a quick ratio of 1.22 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07. Microsoft Corporation has a 1-year low of $349.20 and a 1-year high of $553.72. The firm has a market capitalization of $3.93 trillion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.46, a PEG ratio of 1.70 and a beta of 1.10. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $505.53 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $441.16.
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Wednesday, July 29th. The software giant reported $4.74 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $4.24 by $0.50. The company had revenue of $90.01 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $87.62 billion. Microsoft had a return on equity of 31.98% and a net margin of 40.31%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 17.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the company earned $3.65 EPS. On average, equities analysts expect that Microsoft Corporation will post 19.65 earnings per share for the current year.
Microsoft Increases Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 19th will be issued a $0.98 dividend. This represents a $3.92 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.7%. This is a boost from Microsoft’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.91. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, November 19th. Microsoft’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 20.27%.
About Microsoft (Free Report)
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a global technology company that develops software, cloud services, devices and digital platforms. Its products and services are used by consumers, businesses, governments and educational institutions worldwide.
The company’s principal offerings include the Windows operating system; Microsoft 365 productivity applications such as Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook; Azure cloud computing and infrastructure services; Dynamics business applications; and enterprise security solutions.
See Also Five stocks we like better than Microsoft These 3 Green Stocks Have a Growth Story That Goes Far Beyond Washington Meta Claims Frontier-Class AI Status With New Muse Wonder Models Berkshire Just Backed This Little-Known Stock—Should You Chase It? Broadcom’s CEO Sees Years of AI Demand But Warns of a Bigger Threat to the Boom Want to see what other hedge funds are holding MSFT? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report).
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Lakewood Capital Management ve druhém čtvrtletí nakoupil 101 534 akcií společnosti Microsoft za přibližně 37,874 milionu USD; tato pozice tvoří 2 % jeho portfolia.
Lakewood Capital Management LP bought a new stake in Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 101,534 shares of the software giant’s stock, valued at approximately $37,874,000. Microsoft accounts for about 2.0% of Lakewood Capital Management LP’s portfolio, making the stock its 19th biggest position.
A number of other large investors have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Legal & General Group Plc purchased a new position in Microsoft in the 2nd quarter worth about $18,306,443,000. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company purchased a new stake in Microsoft in the 2nd quarter valued at about $4,000,706,000. Kelly Lawrence W & Associates Inc. CA purchased a new stake in Microsoft in the 2nd quarter valued at about $2,374,000. Sone Capital Management LLC bought a new position in Microsoft in the 2nd quarter worth about $30,533,000. Finally, Trajan Wealth LLC bought a new position in Microsoft in the 2nd quarter worth about $103,382,000. 71.13% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
More Microsoft News Here are the key news stories impacting Microsoft this week:
Positive Sentiment: Analysts expect Microsoft to remain the only major hyperscaler with positive free cash flow over the next year despite heavy AI investment. This reinforces confidence that the company can fund data-center expansion without substantial external financing. Microsoft Free Cash Flow Expected to Remain Positive Positive Sentiment: Microsoft signed a 20-year agreement with NiSource for approximately 1,100 megawatts of power for an Indiana data-center campus beginning in 2028. Securing electricity supports future Azure capacity as grid constraints become a bottleneck for AI expansion. Microsoft Signs Power Deal With NiSource Positive Sentiment: Microsoft’s custom Maia AI chips and reports that a new model achieved comparable or better performance than OpenAI’s system using a fraction of the computing power could eventually reduce reliance on expensive third-party GPUs and improve AI economics. Microsoft Wants to Make AI Cheaper Neutral Sentiment: Investors are focused on Azure growth, Copilot adoption, AI monetization and capital expenditures ahead of earnings. Strong demand could support the shares, but the market wants evidence that revenue growth is translating into sustainable margins. Negative Sentiment: The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Microsoft’s grip on business software and says Microsoft and Amazon Web Services may need to do more to address cloud-service barriers. Potential remedies could increase compliance costs or weaken customer-lock-in advantages. UK Regulator Targets Microsoft’s Business Software Grip Negative Sentiment: Questions remain over whether custom chips will deliver meaningful savings: AI infrastructure, power and data-center commitments are rising rapidly, while Microsoft is reportedly seeking substantial cost reductions in Azure. That creates concern about near-term free-cash-flow and margin pressure. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several analysts have recently weighed in on MSFT shares. Citizens Jmp reaffirmed a “market outperform” rating and set a $550.00 price target on shares of Microsoft in a research note on Tuesday, September 15th. Guggenheim reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $586.00 price objective on shares of Microsoft in a research note on Monday, July 27th. Wolfe Research cut Microsoft from an “outperform” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Wednesday, September 23rd. KeyCorp restated an “overweight” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Thursday, September 3rd. Finally, Melius Research set a $665.00 target price on Microsoft and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, October 5th. Forty-two research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Microsoft currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $589.71. Check Out Our Latest Analysis on Microsoft
Microsoft Stock Performance MSFT stock opened at $529.05 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $3.93 trillion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.46, a PEG ratio of 1.70 and a beta of 1.10. The firm has a 50-day simple moving average of $505.53 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $441.16. Microsoft Corporation has a one year low of $349.20 and a one year high of $553.72. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07, a quick ratio of 1.22 and a current ratio of 1.23.
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 29th. The software giant reported $4.74 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.24 by $0.50. Microsoft had a net margin of 40.31% and a return on equity of 31.98%. The business had revenue of $90.01 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $87.62 billion. During the same period last year, the business earned $3.65 EPS. The company’s revenue was up 17.7% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, equities analysts forecast that Microsoft Corporation will post 19.65 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Microsoft Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 19th will be issued a $0.98 dividend. This is an increase from Microsoft’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.91. This represents a $3.92 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.7%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, November 19th. Microsoft’s dividend payout ratio is presently 20.27%.
Insider Activity In other Microsoft news, EVP Amy Hood sold 41,674 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, September 14th. The stock was sold at an average price of $498.27, for a total value of $20,764,903.98. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 533,624 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $265,888,830.48. This trade represents a 7.24% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, CEO Judson Althoff sold 10,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, August 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $487.89, for a total value of $4,878,900.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 100,447 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $49,007,086.83. This represents a 9.05% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders sold a total of 150,314 shares of company stock valued at $75,404,992 over the last three months. Company insiders own 0.03% of the company’s stock.
Microsoft Company Profile (Free Report)
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a global technology company that develops software, cloud services, devices and digital platforms. Its products and services are used by consumers, businesses, governments and educational institutions worldwide.
The company’s principal offerings include the Windows operating system; Microsoft 365 productivity applications such as Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook; Azure cloud computing and infrastructure services; Dynamics business applications; and enterprise security solutions.
See Also Five stocks we like better than Microsoft These 3 Green Stocks Have a Growth Story That Goes Far Beyond Washington Meta Claims Frontier-Class AI Status With New Muse Wonder Models Berkshire Just Backed This Little-Known Stock—Should You Chase It? Broadcom’s CEO Sees Years of AI Demand But Warns of a Bigger Threat to the Boom Want to see what other hedge funds are holding MSFT? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report).
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Front Street Capital Management Inc. bought a new stake in Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm bought 9,485 shares of the software giant’s stock, valued at approximately $3,587,000.
Several other hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the stock. Auto Owners Insurance Co raised its stake in shares of Microsoft by 56,160.8% during the fourth quarter. Auto Owners Insurance Co now owns 60,116,384 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $29,073,486,000 after purchasing an additional 60,009,531 shares during the period. Amundi increased its stake in Microsoft by 30.8% during the 1st quarter. Amundi now owns 41,675,076 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $15,426,862,000 after buying an additional 9,814,598 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its stake in Microsoft by 10.5% during the 1st quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 29,323,744 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $10,852,884,000 after buying an additional 2,784,809 shares during the period. Hsbc Holdings PLC increased its stake in Microsoft by 7.8% during the 4th quarter. Hsbc Holdings PLC now owns 22,138,798 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $10,715,379,000 after buying an additional 1,599,412 shares during the period. Finally, Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership lifted its holdings in Microsoft by 64.3% in the 1st quarter. Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership now owns 24,264,779 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $8,982,083,000 after buying an additional 9,493,778 shares in the last quarter. 71.13% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth MSFT has been the subject of several recent analyst reports. Morgan Stanley downgraded Microsoft from an “overweight” rating to a “negative” rating in a research note on Monday, October 5th. Piper Sandler increased their price target on Microsoft from $550.00 to $610.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Wednesday, September 30th. Wolfe Research lowered Microsoft from an “outperform” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Wednesday, September 23rd. Benchmark restated a “buy” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, Tigress Financial upped their target price on Microsoft from $680.00 to $690.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. Forty-two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $589.71.
View Our Latest Stock Report on MSFT Insider Transactions at Microsoft In other news, EVP Takeshi Numoto sold 4,810 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, August 4th. The stock was sold at an average price of $496.48, for a total value of $2,388,068.80. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 42,677 shares in the company, valued at approximately $21,188,276.96. The trade was a 10.13% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, CEO Judson Althoff sold 10,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, August 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $487.89, for a total value of $4,878,900.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 100,447 shares in the company, valued at approximately $49,007,086.83. This represents a 9.05% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders have sold a total of 150,314 shares of company stock worth $75,404,992 in the last quarter. Insiders own 0.03% of the company’s stock.
Key Headlines Impacting Microsoft Here are the key news stories impacting Microsoft this week:
Positive Sentiment: Analysts expect Microsoft to remain the only major hyperscaler with positive free cash flow over the next year despite heavy AI investment. This reinforces confidence that the company can fund data-center expansion without substantial external financing. Microsoft Free Cash Flow Expected to Remain Positive Positive Sentiment: Microsoft signed a 20-year agreement with NiSource for approximately 1,100 megawatts of power for an Indiana data-center campus beginning in 2028. Securing electricity supports future Azure capacity as grid constraints become a bottleneck for AI expansion. Microsoft Signs Power Deal With NiSource Positive Sentiment: Microsoft’s custom Maia AI chips and reports that a new model achieved comparable or better performance than OpenAI’s system using a fraction of the computing power could eventually reduce reliance on expensive third-party GPUs and improve AI economics. Microsoft Wants to Make AI Cheaper Neutral Sentiment: Investors are focused on Azure growth, Copilot adoption, AI monetization and capital expenditures ahead of earnings. Strong demand could support the shares, but the market wants evidence that revenue growth is translating into sustainable margins. Negative Sentiment: The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Microsoft’s grip on business software and says Microsoft and Amazon Web Services may need to do more to address cloud-service barriers. Potential remedies could increase compliance costs or weaken customer-lock-in advantages. UK Regulator Targets Microsoft’s Business Software Grip Negative Sentiment: Questions remain over whether custom chips will deliver meaningful savings: AI infrastructure, power and data-center commitments are rising rapidly, while Microsoft is reportedly seeking substantial cost reductions in Azure. That creates concern about near-term free-cash-flow and margin pressure. Microsoft Stock Performance Shares of Microsoft stock opened at $529.05 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $3.93 trillion, a PE ratio of 29.46, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.70 and a beta of 1.10. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $505.53 and its 200-day simple moving average is $441.16. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07, a quick ratio of 1.22 and a current ratio of 1.23. Microsoft Corporation has a 1 year low of $349.20 and a 1 year high of $553.72.
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 29th. The software giant reported $4.74 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $4.24 by $0.50. The business had revenue of $90.01 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $87.62 billion. Microsoft had a net margin of 40.31% and a return on equity of 31.98%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 17.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $3.65 earnings per share. Equities analysts forecast that Microsoft Corporation will post 19.65 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Microsoft Increases Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, November 19th will be given a $0.98 dividend. This represents a $3.92 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.7%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, November 19th. This is a positive change from Microsoft’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.91. Microsoft’s payout ratio is 20.27%.
About Microsoft (Free Report)
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a global technology company that develops software, cloud services, devices and digital platforms. Its products and services are used by consumers, businesses, governments and educational institutions worldwide.
The company’s principal offerings include the Windows operating system; Microsoft 365 productivity applications such as Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook; Azure cloud computing and infrastructure services; Dynamics business applications; and enterprise security solutions.
See Also Five stocks we like better than Microsoft These 3 Green Stocks Have a Growth Story That Goes Far Beyond Washington Meta Claims Frontier-Class AI Status With New Muse Wonder Models Berkshire Just Backed This Little-Known Stock—Should You Chase It? Broadcom’s CEO Sees Years of AI Demand But Warns of a Bigger Threat to the Boom Want to see what other hedge funds are holding MSFT? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report).
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Hyperion Capital Advisors LP purchased a new position in shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund purchased 2,371 shares of the software giant’s stock, valued at approximately $884,000. Microsoft accounts for approximately 0.4% of Hyperion Capital Advisors LP’s holdings, making the stock its 26th biggest position.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the company. Auto Owners Insurance Co raised its position in shares of Microsoft by 56,160.8% during the 4th quarter. Auto Owners Insurance Co now owns 60,116,384 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $29,073,486,000 after acquiring an additional 60,009,531 shares during the last quarter. Amundi lifted its stake in shares of Microsoft by 30.8% in the 1st quarter. Amundi now owns 41,675,076 shares of the software giant’s stock valued at $15,426,862,000 after purchasing an additional 9,814,598 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP boosted its position in shares of Microsoft by 10.5% in the 1st quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 29,323,744 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $10,852,884,000 after purchasing an additional 2,784,809 shares during the last quarter. Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership boosted its position in shares of Microsoft by 64.3% in the 1st quarter. Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership now owns 24,264,779 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $8,982,083,000 after purchasing an additional 9,493,778 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Hsbc Holdings PLC boosted its position in shares of Microsoft by 7.8% in the 4th quarter. Hsbc Holdings PLC now owns 22,138,798 shares of the software giant’s stock worth $10,715,379,000 after purchasing an additional 1,599,412 shares during the last quarter. 71.13% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of equities research analysts recently commented on MSFT shares. William Blair began coverage on Microsoft in a research note on Monday, October 5th. They set an “outperform” rating for the company. KeyCorp restated an “overweight” rating on shares of Microsoft in a report on Thursday, September 3rd. Needham & Company LLC assumed coverage on shares of Microsoft in a research report on Wednesday, September 23rd. They issued a “buy” rating on the stock. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft restated a “buy” rating and set a $600.00 price objective on shares of Microsoft in a report on Monday, October 12th. Finally, DA Davidson reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $550.00 target price on shares of Microsoft in a research note on Thursday, July 30th. Forty-two analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $589.71.
View Our Latest Analysis on MSFT Key Microsoft News Here are the key news stories impacting Microsoft this week:
Positive Sentiment: Analysts expect Microsoft to remain the only major hyperscaler with positive free cash flow over the next year despite heavy AI investment. This reinforces confidence that the company can fund data-center expansion without substantial external financing. Microsoft Free Cash Flow Expected to Remain Positive Positive Sentiment: Microsoft signed a 20-year agreement with NiSource for approximately 1,100 megawatts of power for an Indiana data-center campus beginning in 2028. Securing electricity supports future Azure capacity as grid constraints become a bottleneck for AI expansion. Microsoft Signs Power Deal With NiSource Positive Sentiment: Microsoft’s custom Maia AI chips and reports that a new model achieved comparable or better performance than OpenAI’s system using a fraction of the computing power could eventually reduce reliance on expensive third-party GPUs and improve AI economics. Microsoft Wants to Make AI Cheaper Neutral Sentiment: Investors are focused on Azure growth, Copilot adoption, AI monetization and capital expenditures ahead of earnings. Strong demand could support the shares, but the market wants evidence that revenue growth is translating into sustainable margins. Negative Sentiment: The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Microsoft’s grip on business software and says Microsoft and Amazon Web Services may need to do more to address cloud-service barriers. Potential remedies could increase compliance costs or weaken customer-lock-in advantages. UK Regulator Targets Microsoft’s Business Software Grip Negative Sentiment: Questions remain over whether custom chips will deliver meaningful savings: AI infrastructure, power and data-center commitments are rising rapidly, while Microsoft is reportedly seeking substantial cost reductions in Azure. That creates concern about near-term free-cash-flow and margin pressure. Insiders Place Their Bets In other Microsoft news, CEO Judson Althoff sold 10,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, August 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $487.89, for a total transaction of $4,878,900.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 100,447 shares in the company, valued at approximately $49,007,086.83. This trade represents a 9.05% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link. Also, EVP Amy Hood sold 7,305 shares of the stock in a transaction on Tuesday, October 13th. The stock was sold at an average price of $545.42, for a total transaction of $3,984,293.10. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 555,396 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $302,924,086.32. This represents a 1.30% 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. Insiders sold a total of 150,314 shares of company stock valued at $75,404,992 in the last quarter. 0.03% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
Microsoft Price Performance Shares of Microsoft stock opened at $529.05 on Monday. Microsoft Corporation has a 1 year low of $349.20 and a 1 year high of $553.72. The business has a 50-day moving average of $505.53 and a two-hundred day moving average of $441.16. The company has a market capitalization of $3.93 trillion, a P/E ratio of 29.46, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.70 and a beta of 1.10. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07, a current ratio of 1.23 and a quick ratio of 1.22.
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 29th. The software giant reported $4.74 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.24 by $0.50. Microsoft had a return on equity of 31.98% and a net margin of 40.31%. The company had revenue of $90.01 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $87.62 billion. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $3.65 earnings per share. Microsoft’s revenue was up 17.7% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, equities analysts predict that Microsoft Corporation will post 19.65 EPS for the current year.
Microsoft Increases Dividend The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Investors of record on Thursday, November 19th will be paid a dividend of $0.98 per share. This represents a $3.92 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.7%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, November 19th. This is a positive change from Microsoft’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.91. Microsoft’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 20.27%.
Microsoft Company Profile (Free Report)
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a global technology company that develops software, cloud services, devices and digital platforms. Its products and services are used by consumers, businesses, governments and educational institutions worldwide.
The company’s principal offerings include the Windows operating system; Microsoft 365 productivity applications such as Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook; Azure cloud computing and infrastructure services; Dynamics business applications; and enterprise security solutions.
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AMD ve čtvrtletí očekává tržby ve výši 13,11 mld. USD, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 41,8 %, a zisk 1,93 USD na akcii, tedy o 60,8 % více než před rokem.
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD - Free Report) has been one of the most searched-for stocks on Zacks.com lately. So, you might want to look at some of the facts that could shape the stock's performance in the near term.
Over the past month, shares of this chipmaker have returned -5.6%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.5% change. During this period, the Zacks Computer - Integrated Systems industry, which Advanced Micro falls in, has lost 3%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?
While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.
Earnings Estimate RevisionsRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.
Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock's fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.
For the current quarter, Advanced Micro is expected to post earnings of $1.93 per share, indicating a change of +60.8% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed -0.2% over the last 30 days.
The consensus earnings estimate of $7.55 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +81.1%. This estimate has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $15.2 indicates a change of +101.4% from what Advanced Micro is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed +1.5%.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Advanced Micro.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue GrowthEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.
For Advanced Micro, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $13.11 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +41.8%. For the current and next fiscal years, $50.61 billion and $85.28 billion estimates indicate +46.1% and +68.5% changes, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryAdvanced Micro reported revenues of $11.54 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +50.1%. EPS of $1.66 for the same period compares with $0.48 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $11.32 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +1.87%. The EPS surprise was +3.11%.
The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates each time over this period.
ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.
Comparing the current value of a company's valuation multiples, such as its price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), to its own historical values helps ascertain whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, whereas comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of how reasonable its stock price is.
As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Advanced Micro is graded F on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.
ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Advanced Micro. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Berkshire Hathaway od 17. září do 2. října nakoupila akcie Lennar za zhruba 596 milionů USD a zvýšila svůj podíl na přibližně 12 % v hodnotě 2,2 miliardy USD.
Warren Buffett is pouring hundreds of millions into America's largest homebuilder at the exact moment mortgage rates hit multi-year highs and cancellation rates set records. Here is why his conviction grows as nearly every analyst turns bearish.
Warren Buffett recognizes greater opportunity in the securities market vs. American real estate, and his portfolio reflects this conviction.
Market analyst Charlie Bilello highlighted Miami, Florida, on October 16 as the strongest buyer’s market in America, with home sellers outnumbering homebuyers by 159%. Incidentally, Miami is also where Lennar (NYSE:LEN | LEN Price Prediction), the nation’s largest homebuilder by volume, has its headquarters. That same homebuilder is where Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-B), the conglomerate Warren Buffett built, has been putting large amounts of money.
From September 17 to October 2, 2026, Berkshire reportedly scooped up Lennar shares worth roughly $596 million. That works out to about 7.4 million Class A shares bought over 11 trading days at prices between $74.80 and $81.96.
Following Berkshire’s Buying Trail
At the end of June, Berkshire held 13,111,741 Lennar shares worth about $1.19 billion. It kept buying silently until its stake reached 10% in mid-September, CNBC reported. Once a holder crosses 10%, SEC rules require it to report each trade within two business days.
Sept. 17 to Sept. 25: almost $349 million of shares, bought on six of seven trading days.
Sept. 28 to Sept. 30: $53.6 million of Class A shares plus $329,000 of super-voting B shares.
Oct. 1 to Oct. 2: about 2.42 million shares for roughly $193 million.
Berkshire now owns about 29 million Class A and Class B shares, a stake of roughly 12% worth about $2.2 billion. For investors who like borrowing Buffett’s homework, we sorted Berkshire’s dividend payers by valuation in a free report on the seven cheapest Buffett stocks you can grab right now.
Housing Data Keeps Getting Worse
Bilello also reported that over 14% of U.S. home purchases were canceled in September, the highest rate on record for that month. He illustrated that the 30-year mortgage rate is now at 7.4% against a median home price of $418,000, versus 3.4% and $235,000 a decade ago. Freddie Mac’s 30-year average just reached 7.40%, its highest since November 2023.
The 10-year Treasury yield stood at 5.10% on October 15 after peaking at 5.31% on October 5. Existing home sales ran at an annualized 3.99 million in September, close to August’s 12-month low of 3.93 million.
Lennar Is Giving Up Margin to Keep Homes Selling
In Lennar’s Q3 earnings release, revenue fell 8.52% to $8.05 billion. Adjusted EPS came in at $1.23, missing the $1.30 consensus. Home sales gross margin contracted to 15.8% from 17.5% even with incentives of about 12.0%, and new orders fell 9% to 20,879 homes. Management lowered full-year deliveries to 80,000–81,000.
CEO Stuart Miller said “the buyer at median family income is stretching well past 30% of gross income to carry a home,” and that in many markets “almost 50% of our visitors cannot immediately qualify.” He also named resale supply in Texas and Florida, Lennar’s two largest markets, as a source of “more competition than we’ve seen in a long time.”
Lennar’s balance sheet helps explain why Berkshire is willing to buy. The company owns roughly 2% of its homesites and controls 476,000 through third parties. Homebuilding debt equals 16.6% of total capital, and build cycle time fell to a record 116 days. Miller called the land-cost drag “finite” and “visible,” adding that “every quarter of volume shortens it.” Lennar is also buying back its own stock: it repurchased 3 million shares for $256 million at an average of $85.49. Shares are down 26% YTD and almost 40% over the past 12-month period.
Most Analysts Are Bearish on Lennar
Analyst coverage leans bearish, with eight sell or strong-sell ratings against two buy-side ratings. Morgan Stanley started coverage with an “underweight” rating and a $65 price target. The stock closed at $77.08 on October 16. That’s down 22.44% year to date and 35.11% over the past year.
Numbers That Will Test the Thesis
For Q4, Lennar guided to 19,500–20,500 new orders and a gross margin of 15.5%–16.0%. That outlook assumed mortgage rates near 6.8%, and rates are now higher. If orders land within that range, it would support Berkshire’s view that Lennar can keep homes moving through a long downturn. A margin below 15.5% would suggest a value trap, with high rates eating away profits faster than Lennar can work through land it bought at older, higher prices. The next earnings date will be posted on Lennar’s investor relations site.
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NVIDIA ve čtvrtletí vykázala tržby ve výši 96,22 mld. USD, což představuje meziroční nárůst o 105,9 %, a zisk na akcii ve výši 2,22 USD, oproti očekávaným 2,09 USD.
Syon Capital LLC grew its stake in shares of NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report) by 5.2% in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 341,321 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock after acquiring an additional 16,768 shares during the period. NVIDIA comprises approximately 3.0% of Syon Capital LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 4th biggest holding. Syon Capital LLC’s holdings in NVIDIA were worth $68,295,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other large investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Bank of America Corp DE raised its position in NVIDIA by 2.2% during the 2nd quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 195,366,864 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $39,090,956,000 after purchasing an additional 4,165,875 shares in the last quarter. Amundi lifted its holdings in shares of NVIDIA by 10.4% in the 1st quarter. Amundi now owns 133,768,018 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $23,329,141,000 after buying an additional 12,575,177 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP lifted its holdings in shares of NVIDIA by 0.6% in the 1st quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 94,521,253 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $16,479,126,000 after buying an additional 555,221 shares during the period. Deutsche Bank AG lifted its holdings in shares of NVIDIA by 2.3% in the 2nd quarter. Deutsche Bank AG now owns 91,954,159 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $18,399,108,000 after buying an additional 2,045,101 shares during the period. Finally, Jupiter Topco LLC bought a new position in shares of NVIDIA during the 2nd quarter worth $16,156,076,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 65.27% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets Several equities analysts have recently commented on NVDA shares. BMO Capital Markets set a $340.00 price target on NVIDIA and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 20th. TD Cowen reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of NVIDIA in a research note on Tuesday, August 18th. Citigroup reiterated a “buy” rating and set a $315.00 target price (up from $300.00) on shares of NVIDIA in a report on Thursday, August 27th. Truist Financial boosted their price target on shares of NVIDIA from $307.00 to $346.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, August 27th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group restated a “buy” rating on shares of NVIDIA in a report on Thursday, September 10th. Five analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, forty-nine have assigned a Buy rating and one has issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, NVIDIA presently has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus target price of $321.89.
Get Our Latest Analysis on NVDA Insiders Place Their Bets In other NVIDIA news, CFO Colette Kress sold 34,918 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Thursday, September 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $219.05, for a total transaction of $7,648,787.90. Following the completion of the sale, the chief financial officer directly owned 765,103 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $167,595,812.15. This represents a 4.36% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, EVP Timothy Teter sold 30,460 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, September 21st. The shares were sold at an average price of $222.80, for a total transaction of $6,786,488.00. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 2,687,660 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $598,810,648. The trade was a 1.12% decrease in their ownership of the stock. 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 ninety days, insiders sold 1,766,118 shares of company stock worth $399,450,353. 3.94% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
NVIDIA Stock Performance NVDA opened at $214.13 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $5.16 trillion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 27.07, a PEG ratio of 1.65 and a beta of 2.22. The company has a current ratio of 4.59, a quick ratio of 3.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14. NVIDIA Corporation has a 12 month low of $164.27 and a 12 month high of $243.37. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $223.20 and a 200-day moving average price of $211.42.
NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, August 26th. The computer hardware maker reported $2.22 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.09 by $0.13. NVIDIA had a return on equity of 96.04% and a net margin of 63.66%. The firm had revenue of $96.22 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $92.27 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $1.05 EPS. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 105.9% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that NVIDIA Corporation will post 9.30 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
NVIDIA Dividend Announcement The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, October 1st. Shareholders of record on Thursday, September 10th were issued a $0.25 dividend. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, September 10th. This represents a $1.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.5%. NVIDIA’s payout ratio is currently 12.64%.
NVIDIA announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a stock buyback plan on Monday, September 28th that permits the company to repurchase $150.00 billion in shares. This repurchase authorization permits the computer hardware maker to buy up to 2.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Stock repurchase plans are typically a sign that the company’s board of directors believes its stock is undervalued.
NVIDIA News Roundup Here are the key news stories impacting NVIDIA this week:
Positive Sentiment: New RTX Spark laptops expand NVIDIA’s addressable market. Systems from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and MSI are now available starting at $2,599, combining Blackwell graphics, up to 128GB of memory and local AI capabilities. The launch could create a new consumer and developer revenue stream beyond data centers. NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Available Today Positive Sentiment: Automotive and enterprise adoption continues. Volvo expanded its partnership with NVIDIA for automated-driving systems, while Adobe is integrating NVIDIA technology across Photoshop, Premiere and other creative tools. These agreements support longer-term demand for NVIDIA hardware and software. Volvo Cars expands automated driving partnership Positive Sentiment: Supply-chain investment and customer deployments remain strong. Taiwan is reportedly considering as much as $4 billion for Texas industrial parks serving NVIDIA suppliers, and customers continue deploying Blackwell systems. The developments reinforce demand, although they may take time to affect revenue. Taiwan Texas industrial parks Neutral Sentiment: NVIDIA is broadening its software and AI-model ecosystem. Paid offerings such as AI Enterprise and Mission Control, along with Nemotron open models and partnerships with AI startups, could make earnings less dependent on hardware. However, the articles provide no near-term financial contribution. Negative Sentiment: AI financing concerns are the main pressure. CoreWeave’s debt has reportedly traded at distressed yields, raising questions about whether highly leveraged customers can continue funding data-center expansion. Higher Treasury yields and inflation concerns are also making large AI projects more expensive. CoreWeave financing worries Negative Sentiment: Investors are questioning AI growth expectations. OpenAI’s reported $50 billion revenue run rate was below the roughly $68 billion previously anticipated, prompting concern that AI demand may mature more slowly. Microsoft’s development of custom Maia chips also highlights the risk of customers developing alternatives to NVIDIA GPUs. OpenAI revenue expectations Negative Sentiment: Reported insider selling adds a sentiment overhang. Recent data showed NVIDIA insiders made numerous sales and no open-market purchases over the past six months, though such transactions may reflect planned diversification rather than a change in business outlook. About NVIDIA (Free Report)
NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) is a technology company that designs graphics processing units (GPUs), accelerated computing platforms, networking products and related software. Its technologies support artificial intelligence, machine learning, scientific computing, data analytics, professional visualization and computer graphics.
The company’s products include GeForce GPUs for gaming and personal computing, data center GPUs and systems for AI and high-performance computing, and networking solutions used to connect and manage large-scale computing infrastructure.
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TD Waterhouse Canada ve druhém čtvrtletí zvýšila svůj podíl ve společnosti NVIDIA o 11 % nákupem 512 917 akcií, čímž její držba vzrostla na 5,20 milionu akcií v hodnotě 1,027269 miliardy USD.
TD Waterhouse Canada Inc. increased its stake in NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report) by 11.0% during the second quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 5,196,841 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock after purchasing an additional 512,917 shares during the quarter. NVIDIA makes up approximately 2.7% of TD Waterhouse Canada Inc.’s portfolio, making the stock its 5th biggest holding. TD Waterhouse Canada Inc.’s holdings in NVIDIA were worth $1,027,269,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of NVDA. Bank of America Corp DE raised its stake in shares of NVIDIA by 2.2% in the second quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 195,366,864 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $39,090,956,000 after buying an additional 4,165,875 shares during the period. Amundi lifted its position in shares of NVIDIA by 10.4% during the 1st quarter. Amundi now owns 133,768,018 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $23,329,141,000 after buying an additional 12,575,177 shares during the last quarter. Deutsche Bank AG grew its stake in shares of NVIDIA by 2.3% during the 2nd quarter. Deutsche Bank AG now owns 91,954,159 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $18,399,108,000 after acquiring an additional 2,045,101 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP grew its stake in shares of NVIDIA by 0.6% during the 1st quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 94,521,253 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $16,479,126,000 after acquiring an additional 555,221 shares during the period. Finally, Jupiter Topco LLC bought a new position in shares of NVIDIA during the 2nd quarter worth $16,156,076,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 65.27% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets NVDA has been the topic of a number of research reports. Morgan Stanley set a $230.00 price objective on NVIDIA in a research note on Friday, October 2nd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. upped their price objective on shares of NVIDIA from $280.00 to $320.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, August 27th. Rothschild & Co Redburn increased their target price on shares of NVIDIA from $300.00 to $325.00 in a research report on Thursday, August 27th. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of NVIDIA in a research note on Monday, September 21st. Finally, Stifel Nicolaus set a $315.00 price target on shares of NVIDIA in a research report on Thursday, August 27th. Five research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, forty-nine have given a Buy rating and one has issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $321.89.
Get Our Latest Stock Analysis on NVIDIA Insider Buying and Selling In related news, Director Mark Stevens sold 622,239 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, September 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $231.62, for a total transaction of $144,122,997.18. Following the sale, the director owned 2,336,531 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $541,187,310.22. This represents a 21.03% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, CFO Colette Kress sold 34,918 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $219.05, for a total transaction of $7,648,787.90. Following the completion of the sale, the chief financial officer owned 765,103 shares in the company, valued at $167,595,812.15. This represents a 4.36% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 1,766,118 shares of company stock valued at $399,450,353. Company insiders own 3.94% of the company’s stock.
More NVIDIA News Here are the key news stories impacting NVIDIA this week:
Positive Sentiment: New RTX Spark laptops expand NVIDIA’s addressable market. Systems from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and MSI are now available starting at $2,599, combining Blackwell graphics, up to 128GB of memory and local AI capabilities. The launch could create a new consumer and developer revenue stream beyond data centers. NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Available Today Positive Sentiment: Automotive and enterprise adoption continues. Volvo expanded its partnership with NVIDIA for automated-driving systems, while Adobe is integrating NVIDIA technology across Photoshop, Premiere and other creative tools. These agreements support longer-term demand for NVIDIA hardware and software. Volvo Cars expands automated driving partnership Positive Sentiment: Supply-chain investment and customer deployments remain strong. Taiwan is reportedly considering as much as $4 billion for Texas industrial parks serving NVIDIA suppliers, and customers continue deploying Blackwell systems. The developments reinforce demand, although they may take time to affect revenue. Taiwan Texas industrial parks Neutral Sentiment: NVIDIA is broadening its software and AI-model ecosystem. Paid offerings such as AI Enterprise and Mission Control, along with Nemotron open models and partnerships with AI startups, could make earnings less dependent on hardware. However, the articles provide no near-term financial contribution. Negative Sentiment: AI financing concerns are the main pressure. CoreWeave’s debt has reportedly traded at distressed yields, raising questions about whether highly leveraged customers can continue funding data-center expansion. Higher Treasury yields and inflation concerns are also making large AI projects more expensive. CoreWeave financing worries Negative Sentiment: Investors are questioning AI growth expectations. OpenAI’s reported $50 billion revenue run rate was below the roughly $68 billion previously anticipated, prompting concern that AI demand may mature more slowly. Microsoft’s development of custom Maia chips also highlights the risk of customers developing alternatives to NVIDIA GPUs. OpenAI revenue expectations Negative Sentiment: Reported insider selling adds a sentiment overhang. Recent data showed NVIDIA insiders made numerous sales and no open-market purchases over the past six months, though such transactions may reflect planned diversification rather than a change in business outlook. NVIDIA Price Performance NVDA stock opened at $214.13 on Monday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $223.20 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $211.42. NVIDIA Corporation has a twelve month low of $164.27 and a twelve month high of $243.37. The firm has a market capitalization of $5.16 trillion, a PE ratio of 27.07, a PEG ratio of 1.65 and a beta of 2.22. The company has a quick ratio of 3.85, a current ratio of 4.59 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14.
NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, August 26th. The computer hardware maker reported $2.22 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.09 by $0.13. NVIDIA had a net margin of 63.66% and a return on equity of 96.04%. The firm had revenue of $96.22 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $92.27 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted $1.05 earnings per share. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 105.9% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities analysts predict that NVIDIA Corporation will post 9.30 EPS for the current fiscal year.
NVIDIA Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, October 1st. Investors of record on Thursday, September 10th were paid a dividend of $0.25 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Thursday, September 10th. This represents a $1.00 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.5%. NVIDIA’s payout ratio is currently 12.64%.
NVIDIA announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a share buyback program on Monday, September 28th that allows the company to buy back $150.00 billion in outstanding shares. This repurchase authorization allows the computer hardware maker to purchase up to 2.8% of its shares through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are generally an indication that the company’s leadership believes its stock is undervalued.
About NVIDIA (Free Report)
NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) is a technology company that designs graphics processing units (GPUs), accelerated computing platforms, networking products and related software. Its technologies support artificial intelligence, machine learning, scientific computing, data analytics, professional visualization and computer graphics.
The company’s products include GeForce GPUs for gaming and personal computing, data center GPUs and systems for AI and high-performance computing, and networking solutions used to connect and manage large-scale computing infrastructure.
Further Reading Five stocks we like better than NVIDIA These 3 Green Stocks Have a Growth Story That Goes Far Beyond Washington Meta Claims Frontier-Class AI Status With New Muse Wonder Models Berkshire Just Backed This Little-Known Stock—Should You Chase It? Broadcom’s CEO Sees Years of AI Demand But Warns of a Bigger Threat to the Boom Want to see what other hedge funds are holding NVDA? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report).
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