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Lisa Bodensteiner, the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Synaptics Incorporated (SYNA +5.14%), reported a sale of 1,502 shares, according to an SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueTransaction value~$171,709Shares sold1,502Post-transaction shares (directly held)60,487Post-transaction value$6.87 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average sale price ($114.32); post-transaction value based on July 20, 2026 market close ($113.60).

Key questionsWhat were the primary drivers of this equity disposition?
The reported activity consisted of two distinct components: 1,052 shares were withheld by the company to satisfy tax obligations related to the settlement of restricted stock units, while 450 shares were sold on the open market via a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.How does the current share price relate to recent performance?
The weighted average execution price of $114.32 follows a period of significant appreciation, with the stock delivering a 72% return over the 12 months ending July 20, 2026.What is the insider's remaining stake in the company?
Following the transactions, Lisa Bodensteiner maintains direct ownership of 60,487 shares. Company OverviewMetricValueShare Price (as of market close 2026-07-17)$114.05Market Capitalization$4.5 billionRevenue (TTM)$1.2 billionNet Income (TTM)-$48.1 millionCompany SnapshotSynaptics develops and markets semiconductor product solutions, including AudioSmart for advanced sound and voice processing, ConnectSmart for high-speed multimedia connectivity, and DisplayLink for compressed video transmission, generating revenue across audio, video, and connectivity solutions.The company operates a fabless semiconductor business model, designing specialized chips for consumer electronics and computing devices while leveraging third-party manufacturing partners to optimize capital efficiency and scalability.Synaptics serves original equipment manufacturers and system integrators in the personal computing, mobile, and consumer electronics markets, with primary customers including major laptop, smartphone, and peripheral device manufacturers.Synaptics Incorporated is a global semiconductor solutions provider with approximately $1.2 billion in TTM revenue, specializing in human-machine interface and connectivity technologies. The company has demonstrated significant market momentum, with its stock appreciating 72% over the past year, reflecting investor confidence in its product portfolio and market positioning. Synaptics maintains competitive advantages through its specialized expertise in audio processing, video transmission, and connectivity solutions that enhance user experience across diverse consumer and computing platforms.

What this transaction means for investorsIf you strip out the taxes, Bodensteiner's actual move amounted to 450 shares, about $51,000 worth. The other 1,052 were withheld automatically when her restricted stock settled. A discretionary slice that small, executed under a preset plan against a remaining 60,487 shares, isn’t indicative of a company’s long-term prospects.

Meanwhile, the firm’s latest quarter was strong despite a somewhat sobering outlook from management. Synaptics posted fiscal third-quarter revenue of $294.2 million, up 10%, with its core internet-of-things products growing 31% and non-GAAP earnings per share of $1.09, up 21%. That marked a sixth straight quarter of double-digit growth. But CEO Rahul Patel also warned on the firm’s latest earnings call that "there could be headwinds in the second half of '26" for personal computer markets, and Synaptics still leans heavily on that end market through its enterprise and automotive segment, which made up 57% of revenue. Ultimately, that split defines the setup. The fast-growing IoT piece is roughly a third of sales, while the larger segment carries the PC exposure management flagged. Investors should watch to see how each holds up.

Jonathan Ponciano has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Synaptics. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Howmet (HWM - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $279.00, moving +2.58% from the previous trading session. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.89% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.74%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.29%.

The maker of engineered products for the aerospace and other industries's shares have seen a decrease of 2.99% over the last month, surpassing the Aerospace sector's loss of 6.03% and falling behind the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Howmet in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on August 6, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.23, showcasing a 35.16% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $2.41 billion, up 17.52% from the year-ago period.

In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $4.98 per share and a revenue of $9.74 billion, indicating changes of +32.1% and +18.02%, respectively, from the former year.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Howmet. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.

Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.11% higher. Howmet currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).

Digging into valuation, Howmet currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 54.63. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 22.53, so one might conclude that Howmet is trading at a premium comparatively.

We can additionally observe that HWM currently boasts a PEG ratio of 2.17. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Aerospace - Defense industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.59.

The Aerospace - Defense industry is part of the Aerospace sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 90, positioning it in the top 37% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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In the latest close session, Pilgrim's Pride (PPC - Free Report) was down 2.09% at $28.55. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.89%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.74%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.29%.

Shares of the poultry producer have appreciated by 9.5% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Consumer Staples sector's gain of 2.44%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

The upcoming earnings release of Pilgrim's Pride will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on July 29, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.75, indicating a 55.88% decline compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $4.9 billion, up 3% from the year-ago period.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $3.01 per share and a revenue of $18.7 billion, representing changes of -41.78% and +1.09%, respectively, from the prior year.

Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Pilgrim's Pride. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.

Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 14.51% fall in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. As of now, Pilgrim's Pride holds a Zacks Rank of #5 (Strong Sell).

Looking at valuation, Pilgrim's Pride is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 9.7. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 11.89 for its industry.

The Food - Meat Products industry is part of the Consumer Staples sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 213, putting it in the bottom 14% of all 250+ industries.

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Pegasystems (PEGA - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.35 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.43 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.28 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -18.61%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this business software company would post earnings of $0.76 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.46, delivering a surprise of -39.47%.

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

Pegasystems, which belongs to the Zacks Computer - Software industry, posted revenues of $420.72 million for the quarter ended June 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.84%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $384.51 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates two times over the last four quarters.

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

Pegasystems shares have lost about 46.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 8.7%.

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

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

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

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Pegasystems was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.62 on $484.54 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $2.73 on $1.98 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Computer - Software is currently in the top 37% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

One other stock from the same industry, OptimizeRx Corp. (OPRX - Free Report) , is yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.

This company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.11 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -54.2%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

OptimizeRx Corp.'s revenues are expected to be $20.48 million, down 29.8% from the year-ago quarter.

Twilio Inc (NYSE:TWLO) is expected to deliver second quarter results that exceed expectations on revenue and operating income, with investors likely to focus on whether the communications software company's gross profit growth can remain in the mid-teens during the second half of the year, according to Jefferies analysts.

Ahead of Twilio's August 6 earnings release, Jefferies wrote that it expects the company to post revenue and operating income above expectations, although it does not anticipate the same degree of outperformance as in the first quarter.

The firm added that while business fundamentals remain strong, the stock's premium valuation and heavy investor positioning could limit upside unless Twilio significantly raises its outlook.

Jefferies forecasts second-quarter revenue of $1.427 billion, up 16% year over year and broadly in line with consensus expectations and the company's guidance range of $1.42 billion to $1.43 billion.

The firm expects gross profit of $684 million, implying a gross margin of 47.9%, compared with consensus expectations of $690 million and a 48.3% margin. It projects operating income of $255 million, or a 17.9% operating margin, and earnings per share of $1.30, versus Wall Street expectations of $258 million in operating income and EPS of $1.33.

Jefferies expects gross profit dollar growth of 9.7% year over year, a moderation from the 16% growth reported in the first quarter as comparisons become more challenging.

Jefferies noted that investors will be looking for evidence that the broad-based momentum seen in the first quarter can continue, after growth was supported by stronger customer expansion, increased cross-selling and wider adoption of multiple products.

Key areas of focus include whether messaging growth remains resilient, whether voice growth accelerates alongside rising adoption of voice AI, continued strength in self-service and independent software vendor channels, and higher-margin software offerings such as Verify and branded messaging.

The firm also expects investors to assess whether Twilio's platform strategy, go-to-market improvements and AI-related product investments continue translating into sustainable growth beyond a single quarter.

Jefferies believes investors will also be watching for another increase to full-year guidance after the company raised its revenue outlook following first-quarter results. While the firm sees consensus forecasts as reasonable, it noted that many investors appear to be expecting organic revenue growth in the mid-to-high teens.

For the third quarter, Jefferies forecasts revenue of $1.459 billion, gross profit of $704 million, operating income of $266 million and earnings per share of $1.35.

Although Jefferies expects the company's fundamentals to continue improving, it noted that Twilio's strong share price performance this year has raised expectations, potentially making it harder for future earnings reports to drive further gains.

Shares of Twilio were down more than 4% on Tuesday at $196.

Arch Capital Group (ACGL - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $100.55, moving -1.26% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.89%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.74%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.29%.

The property and casualty insurer's stock has climbed by 10.64% in the past month, exceeding the Finance sector's gain of 1.82% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Arch Capital Group in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on July 28, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $2.45, indicating a 5.04% decline compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $4.59 billion, down 3.51% from the year-ago period.

Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $9.35 per share and revenue of $18.24 billion, indicating changes of -4.98% and -2.91%, respectively, compared to the previous year.

Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Arch Capital Group. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.

Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.5% higher. Arch Capital Group currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

From a valuation perspective, Arch Capital Group is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 10.89. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 12.06 of its industry.

We can also see that ACGL currently has a PEG ratio of 5.07. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Insurance - Property and Casualty industry held an average PEG ratio of 2.86.

The Insurance - Property and Casualty industry is part of the Finance sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 154, this industry ranks in the bottom 38% of all industries, numbering over 250.

The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Keep in mind to rely on Zacks.com to watch all these stock-impacting metrics, and more, in the succeeding trading sessions.

On July 21, 2026, Erie Indemnity Co (ERIE) shares fell 4.1% today, reaching a current price of $215.82. This decline is part of a broader trend, with the stock

East West Bancorp (EWBC - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.63 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.61 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.28 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +0.77%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this bank holding company would post earnings of $2.46 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.57, delivering a surprise of +4.47%.

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

East West Bancorp, which belongs to the Zacks Banks - West industry, posted revenues of $791.14 million for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.66%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $703.25 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.

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

East West Bancorp shares have added about 19.2% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 8.7%.

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

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

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

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for East West Bancorp was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $2.66 on $802.4 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $10.56 on $3.18 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Banks - West is currently in the top 20% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

One other stock from the same industry, Central Pacific Financial (CPF - Free Report) , is yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026. The results are expected to be released on July 24.

This operator of Central Pacific Bank is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.78 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +16.4%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

Central Pacific Financial's revenues are expected to be $75.8 million, up 4.1% from the year-ago quarter.

On July 21, 2026, Arrow Electronics Inc (ARW) shares rose 5.2% today, bringing the current price to $216.23. The stock has exhibited significant volatility over

For the quarter ended June 2026, Hancock Whitney (HWC - Free Report) reported revenue of $401.36 million, up 6.9% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $1.55, compared to $1.37 in the year-ago quarter.

The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $396.38 million, representing a surprise of +1.26%. The company has not delivered EPS surprise, with the consensus EPS estimate being $1.55.

While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.

Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.

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

Net interest margin (TE): 3.6% compared to the 3.6% average estimate based on four analysts.Efficiency Ratio: 55.3% compared to the 55.8% average estimate based on four analysts.Total net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans: 0.2% versus the three-analyst average estimate of 0.2%.Average Balance - Total interest earning assets: $33.21 billion versus the three-analyst average estimate of $32.82 billion.Total nonperforming loans: $113.68 million versus $110.97 million estimated by two analysts on average.Total nonperforming assets (Total nonaccrual loans + ORE and foreclosed assets): $126.54 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $124.77 million.Total Noninterest Income: $108.35 million compared to the $106.33 million average estimate based on four analysts.Net interest income (TE): $295.23 million versus the four-analyst average estimate of $292.89 million.Net Interest Income: $293.01 million versus $290.15 million estimated by three analysts on average.Secondary mortgage market operations: $4.07 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $3.99 million.Bank card and ATM fees: $23.18 million versus $22.16 million estimated by two analysts on average.Investment and annuity fees and insurance commissions: $14.62 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $12.12 million.View all Key Company Metrics for Hancock Whitney here>>>

Shares of Hancock Whitney have returned +9.2% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.6% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.

On July 21, 2026, Littelfuse Inc (LFUS) shares rose 3.2% today, bringing the current price to $414.54. The stock has experienced a 52-week range of $226.18 to $

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the appointment of Roy Gori, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Manulife, as a Senior Advisor to the firm. Mr. Gori, an accomplished leader in the global insurance and financial services industry, will advise KKR on strategic opportunities across global financial services and insurance with a focus on Asia Pacific and international markets. He will provide strategic counsel across insurance, wealth ma.

On Holding (ONON - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $37.24, moving -1.09% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.89%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.74%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.29%.

Heading into today, shares of the running-shoe and apparel company had gained 3.98% over the past month, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 1.33% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of On Holding in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $0.43, showcasing a 490.91% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $1.12 billion, indicating a 23.17% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.

Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $1.77 per share and revenue of $4.51 billion. These totals would mark changes of +82.47% and +23.9%, respectively, from last year.

Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for On Holding. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.

Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 1.75% increase. On Holding presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Looking at valuation, On Holding is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 21.33. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 16.53, so one might conclude that On Holding is trading at a premium comparatively.

Investors should also note that ONON has a PEG ratio of 0.6 right now. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.23 as trading concluded yesterday.

The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 62, which puts it in the top 26% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our individual industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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In the latest close session, Pagaya Technologies Ltd. (PGY - Free Report) was up +2.28% at $17.48. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.89% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.74%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.29%.

Heading into today, shares of the company had gained 13.25% over the past month, outpacing the Finance sector's gain of 1.82% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Pagaya Technologies Ltd. in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on July 30, 2026. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.71, reflecting a 10.94% increase from the same quarter last year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $358.15 million, up 9.73% from the year-ago period.

Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $3.23 per share and revenue of $1.48 billion, indicating changes of -2.42% and +13.68%, respectively, compared to the previous year.

Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Pagaya Technologies Ltd. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.

Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Pagaya Technologies Ltd. currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

With respect to valuation, Pagaya Technologies Ltd. is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 5.29. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 10.75, so one might conclude that Pagaya Technologies Ltd. is trading at a discount comparatively.

The Financial - Miscellaneous Services industry is part of the Finance sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 186, finds itself in the bottom 25% echelons of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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Redwire Corporation (RDW +9.48%) stock investors had an amazing day Tuesday, with their stock closing up 9.4% on a couple of announcements suggesting Redwire has momentum:

Yesterday, Redwire announced a "major expansion" of its Huntsville, Ala., factory for building Stalker UAS armed surveillance drones.

And today, Redwire opened a second factory in Georgetown, Ind., to produce "microgravity payloads" for operation in space.

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Redwire's a space stock -- and a defense stock, too Redwire started off life as a space company, specializing in developing space "infrastructure" -- not rockets or satellites per se, but primarily equipment for use in space, on board satellites and space stations.

Early last year, Redwire pivoted hard into the defense sphere, spending $925 million to acquire drone company Edge Autonomy and its portfolio of artificial intelligence-enhanced military drones.

This week's twin announcements confirm Redwire's interest in keeping both these businesses -- and indeed expanding them. The Huntsville factory will add 164,000 square feet for both space and defense production. Redwire plans to complete construction by Q4 2027.

Meanwhile, in Indiana, Redwire just opened an additional 30,000 square feet of space to develop microgravity payloads for conducting experiments and manufacturing goods in Low-Earth Orbit and on the moon. Redwire noted in its announcement that the focus of the Georgetown facility will be "pharmaceutical/biotech innovation."

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Building new factories may be necessary as Redwire scales up. It's not doing the company's bank account statement any favors, though.

Rich Smith has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

NEW YORK CITY & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of LXP Industrial Trust (NYSE: LXP) to Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE: BAM) and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of LXP will receive $61.20 in cash for each share of LXP that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consid.

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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Futu Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: FUTU) between May 24, 2023 and May 27, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important August 25, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Futu securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

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SpaceX is back to defying gravity.

Key Takeaways Analysts expect Tesla to report Q2 EPS of $0.50.The options market is implying a 6% post-EPS move.Energy and future tech timelines will be important clues for investors to observe. Tesla Q2 EarningsZacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock Tesla ((TSLA - Free Report) ) will report earnings on second quarter earnings results on Wednesday, July 22, after the equity market close. Zacks Consensus Analyst Estimates predict that Tesla will earn $0.50 for Q2, up from the $0.41 the company earning in Q1.

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Tesla’s Recent EPS HistoryTesla’s recent earnings track record has been spotty to say the least. The EV maker has missed Zacks Consensus Estimates in 6 of the past 10 quarters.

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Nevertheless, Tesla is exhibiting some recent signs of a turn around. Over the past two quarters Tesla has beaten Wall Street estimates by double digits and has an average EPS surprise of 5.48% over the past four.

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TSLA Implied Post-EPS MoveThe options market is currently pricing in a rather subdued post-EPS move of +/- $24 or 6%.

The Legacy EV Business: Volume vs. MarginsAlthough most investors own Tesla shares because they are betting on future products such as the Optimus humanoid robot and robotaxi, it’s electric vehicle business still comprises the lion’s share (~85%) of its total revenues. Last month, Tesla delivered a spectacular deliver beat when it reported ~480k vehicles for Q2. The 480K delivery number trounced Wall Street estimates of 406k and represented a 25% year-over-year increase.

However, it’s important that investors do not view the delivery number in a vacuum. Amid a sunsetting of the federal EV tax credits and a slowing EV market Tesla has offered generous promotional financing and has slashed prices in key markets such as China and Europe. The question for investors is “Will increased EV sales volumes supersede incentives or will deep discounts erode profit margins?”

Tesla EnergyTesla’s Energy business continues to be a consistent bright spot for the company. Deployments soared 40% year-over-year. Meanwhile, Tesla is expanding its energy business. SunRun ((RUN - Free Report) ) and TSLA announced a 16GW distributed energy pact targeting utilities and data center operators. Additionally, Tesla brough the largest lithium refinery in the U.S. online earlier this year. While growth will likely continue, investors will be watching to see if CAPEX stabilizes in this segment.

Future Product TimelinesTesla CEO Elon Musk has a reputation for setting extremely aggressive (and sometimes unrealistic) timelines. While these optimistic timelines can lead to increased productivity, they have been a thorn in the side of Wall Street investors, who are often hyper focused on quarterly results as opposed to long-term results. As a result, investors will want to see progress on Tesla’s Robotaxi & Cybercab commercialization, its FSD adoption rates, and Optimus and AI Compute expansion.

Bottom Line

Tesla’s Q2 EPS will answer important questions about the company’s legacy EV business, energy growth, and future product timelines. If strong delivery volumes can offset incentives and Elon Musk delivers tangible updates on autonomous tech, Tesla shares could finally get the spark they need.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Citigroup Inc. today declared a quarterly dividend on Citigroup's common stock of $0.67 per share, payable on August 28, 2026, to stockholders of record on August 3, 2026. The Board of Directors of Citigroup Inc. also declared dividends on Citigroup's preferred stock as follows: – 6.250% Fixed Rate/Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Stock, Series T, payable August 17, 2026, to holders of record on August 7, 2026. Holders of depositary rece.

4:20pm: Chip rally lifts stocks Wall Street finished sharply higher on Tuesday, with semiconductor stocks leading a broad-based rally despite fresh geopolitical and trade concerns.

The Nasdaq paced the gains, climbing 329 points, or 1.3%, to 25,837 as investors piled back into chipmakers after recent weakness. The S&P 500 rose 66 points, or 0.9%, to 7,509, while the Dow Jones added 385 points, or 0.7%, to close at 52,225.

Technology shares were the standout performers as optimism returned to the semiconductor sector, helping offset concerns over escalating tensions in the Middle East and new US tariffs targeting Canadian imports.

Investors appeared willing to look beyond the latest geopolitical headlines, instead focusing on a busy stretch of corporate earnings that could set the tone for markets through the rest of the week.

The spotlight now turns to Wednesday's earnings calendar, one of the busiest of the season. Before the opening bell, investors will hear from Philip Morris, GE Vernova and AT&T. After markets close, attention will shift to Big Tech, with Alphabet, Tesla and IBM all scheduled to report results.

3:40pm: Proactive news headlines Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSX-V:GMG, OTCQX:GMGMF) signed an exclusive global memorandum of understanding with Alstom to develop and commercialize graphene-based products for rail HVAC systems. Namibia Critical Metals (TSX-V:NMI, OTCQB:NMREF) secured approval for up to C$11 million in additional funding to advance the definitive feasibility study for its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth Project and awarded key metallurgical contracts to SGS Canada. ReElement Technologies Corporation, majority-owned by American Resources Corp (NASDAQ:AREC), hired 13 new employees to support the commissioning and expansion of its rare earth refining operations in Indiana. Silver Range Resources Ltd (TSX-V:SNG, OTC:SLRRF, FRA:8SR) identified two gold-bearing feeder structures at its East Goldfield property in Nevada that it believes could become future drill targets following recent exploration and geophysical work. 2:30pm: Market movers Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) said a summer software update will expand Grok AI voice controls to include tasks such as making phone calls, playing music and adjusting vehicle functions while adding self-driving statistics and smarter navigation features to the Tesla app. Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation (NYSE:MGY) announced a $4 billion agreement to acquire WildFire Energy, a deal that will significantly expand its South Texas operations and more than double its footprint in the Giddings field. Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ) agreed to be acquired by Germany's Intersnack Group in a $2.9 billion deal that will take the snack maker private through a $14.25 per share all-cash offer. Nebius Group NV (NASDAQ:NBIS) shares surged after Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA, XETRA:NVD) disclosed a 9.3% passive stake in the company, reflecting an existing investment that includes shares and prefunded warrants rather than new capital. Halliburton Company (NYSE:HAL, XETRA:HAL) reported second-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations, but its shares fell after the company warned that the oilfield services market is weakening faster than anticipated. Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSX-V:GMG, OTCQX:GMGMF) signed an exclusive global memorandum of understanding with Alstom to develop and commercialize graphene-based products for rail HVAC systems. Hasbro Inc (NASDAQ:HAS) raised its full-year revenue and profit outlook after stronger-than-expected second-quarter results driven by record sales of its Magic: The Gathering trading card franchise. Namibia Critical Metals (TSX-V:NMI, OTCQB:NMREF) secured approval for up to C$11 million in additional funding to advance the definitive feasibility study for its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth Project and awarded key metallurgical contracts to SGS Canada. 3M Co (NYSE:MMM) raised its full-year earnings guidance after reporting second-quarter earnings and revenue that exceeded Wall Street expectations. General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) increased its full-year 2026 profit forecast after reporting better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and revenue despite one-time charges related to its electric vehicle realignment. ReElement Technologies Corporation, majority-owned by American Resources Corp (NASDAQ:AREC), hired 13 new employees to support the commissioning and expansion of its rare earth refining operations in Indiana. 12:15pm: Tesla rolls out software updates Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) said it will roll out a new software update this summer that lets its Grok AI assistant make phone calls, play music, adjust cabin climate and open the glovebox by voice command.

The update also allows drivers to view and share self-driving statistics through Tesla's mobile app, and gives Navigation the ability to suggest routine destinations and prioritize routes drivers have previously taken.

Other features include the ability to set a desired arrival battery level from the app, upload custom vehicle wraps without a USB drive, and lock rear display controls from the front screen. Tesla's in-car Caraoke feature will add scoring and saved high scores.

11:00am: AI rally faces reality Some analysts are wondering whether market expectations have already been pushed too high.

Linh Tran, Market Analyst at XS.com, believes what we’re seeing is “more than ordinary profit-taking.”

“With valuations already reflecting much of the optimism surrounding artificial intelligence, the market is no longer satisfied with earnings simply beating forecasts,” Tran wrote.

“Investors now expect companies to keep raising their revenue outlooks, preserve profit margins and prove that the enormous amount of capital being committed to AI infrastructure can generate adequate economic returns.”

Still, Tran believes the market’s long-term uptrend remains intact, but investors may face a more selective environment ahead. A measured pullback could be constructive by easing valuation concerns and setting the stage for a healthier continuation of the rally, the analyst added.

9:55am: Investors look past trade worries Stocks opened higher Tuesday morning, with the Nasdaq leading the charge as chip stocks bounced back and investors digested a fresh batch of corporate earnings.

The Nasdaq climbed 0.7% to 25,687, while the S&P 500 gained 0.4% to 7,468 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged up 0.2% to 51,924.

Technology shares regained momentum after recent pressure on semiconductor names, helping to steady markets as investors look ahead to a busy stretch of earnings from major companies.

Corporate results offered another boost to sentiment. General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, posting revenue of $48.03 billion versus the $46.61 billion expected by analysts. The automaker also delivered adjusted earnings per share of $3.57, ahead of the $3.19 consensus estimate, while adjusted EBIT came in at $3.94 billion compared with expectations of $3.7 billion.

Industrial giant 3M Co (NYSE:MMM) also topped forecasts, reporting second-quarter revenue of $6.5 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $2.40, ahead of estimates of $6.4 billion and $2.24, respectively. The company said adjusted operating margins improved to 24.9% and raised its full-year 2026 adjusted outlook.

Investors were also keeping an eye on the labour market after data from ADP showed private-sector hiring slowed for a fourth consecutive week. Employers added an average of 16,500 jobs per week in the four weeks through July 4, down from 24,250 three weeks earlier, suggesting some cooling in employment conditions.

Trade tensions remained in focus as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended the possibility of a 50% tariff on Canada, describing the move as “just reciprocity.”

“Any sustained dip-buying could help turn the tide and push the broader market to the upside,” said Paolo Broccardo, CEO at BankPro. “Strong earnings and resilient guidance could reinforce confidence in the sector, while any disappointment may revive selling pressure.”

8:30am: Fresh US-Canada trade tensions Wall Street looks set for a stronger start on Tuesday, with technology stocks once again leading the way as investors prepare for another busy day of corporate earnings and keep a close eye on trade developments.

Ahead of the opening bell, Nasdaq futures were up 1.3%, while S&P 500 futures gained 0.4%. Dow Jones futures were more modestly higher, rising 0.2%.

Chip stocks were back in favor after another wave of buying in the sector. Nvidia ticked higher in pre-market trading after the AI chip giant disclosed it had taken a stake in neocloud provider Nebius, adding fresh momentum to a group that has been driving much of the market's gains this year.

Investors will also be digesting a new escalation in trade tensions. President Donald Trump announced a fresh round of 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, including beer, hockey sticks, milk and chemicals, with the measures set to take effect in 30 days. The White House said the move was in response to what it described as discriminatory Canadian trade practices, raising the prospect of another round of retaliatory measures between the two countries.

One notable exception was Canadian crude oil, which was spared from the new tariffs. Oil prices eased slightly Tuesday morning after surging in recent sessions as renewed fighting involving Iran pushed Brent crude back toward the $90-a-barrel mark, its highest level since mid-June.

The earnings calendar also picks up pace before the market opens, with General Motors, Halliburton and 3M all scheduled to report quarterly results, helping set the tone ahead of this week's closely watched reports from several Big Tech heavyweights.

In the latest close session, MasterCard (MA - Free Report) was down 1.67% at $538.30. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.89%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.74%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.29%.

Prior to today's trading, shares of the processor of debit and credit card payments had gained 13.09% outpaced the Business Services sector's gain of 4.27% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of MasterCard in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on July 30, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $4.77, up 14.94% from the prior-year quarter. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $9.07 billion, up 11.48% from the year-ago period.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $19.63 per share and a revenue of $37.01 billion, representing changes of +15.4% and +12.87%, respectively, from the prior year.

Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for MasterCard. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.

Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.

The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.13% higher within the past month. MasterCard is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now.

In the context of valuation, MasterCard is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 27.9. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 11.89.

Also, we should mention that MA has a PEG ratio of 1.71. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Financial Transaction Services industry held an average PEG ratio of 0.89.

The Financial Transaction Services industry is part of the Business Services sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 85, this industry ranks in the top 35% of all industries, numbering over 250.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our individual industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Remember to apply Zacks.com to follow these and more stock-moving metrics during the upcoming trading sessions.

Altria Group, Inc. is rated Sell due to a 30% premium to its historical P/E, despite stagnant results and uncertain smoke-free growth. MO's Q1 outperformed the industry in smokeables, but oral tobacco remains challenged, with on! Growing shipments yet losing share amid intense competition. Management reaffirmed 2026 EPS guidance ($5.56–$5.72) but expressed caution given macro uncertainty and lack of conviction in near-term margin expansion.

Exxon Mobil Holdings (XOM - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $151.71, moving +2.26% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.89%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.74%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.29%.

The oil and natural gas company's shares have seen an increase of 7.14% over the last month, surpassing the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 4.15% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.63%.

The upcoming earnings release of Exxon Mobil Holdings will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on July 31, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $3.89, up 137.2% from the prior-year quarter. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $96.47 billion, indicating a 18.36% upward movement from the same quarter last year.

In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $11.38 per share and a revenue of $385.07 billion, indicating changes of +62.8% and +15.9%, respectively, from the former year.

Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Exxon Mobil Holdings. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.

Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.

The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 4.03% fall in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. At present, Exxon Mobil Holdings boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

In terms of valuation, Exxon Mobil Holdings is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 13.04. This signifies a premium in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 8.06 for its industry.

We can also see that XOM currently has a PEG ratio of 0.61. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Oil and Gas - Integrated - International was holding an average PEG ratio of 0.64 at yesterday's closing price.

The Oil and Gas - Integrated - International industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 232, this industry ranks in the bottom 6% of all industries, numbering over 250.

The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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At least four more Ford workers have reportedly been fired over alleged snack thefts from self-checkout kiosks inside the automaker’s factories, widening a controversy that first came to light after an electrician said he lost his job over a $1.95 package of cookies that he later proved he had paid for.

Nick Nabozny, who had nearly nine years’ experience at Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant, was fired after he was accused of walking out with a bag of Doritos and a package of Ritz crackers with cheese that the company alleged he hadn’t paid for, the Detroit Free Press reported.

Nabozny, 38, insists he believed the self-checkout kiosk had processed his debit-card payment after it chimed and flashed on the screen.

Ford assembly worker Nick Nabozny says he was fired after the company accused him of failing to pay for a bag of Doritos and Ritz crackers with cheese at a self-checkout kiosk. Nick Nabozny / Facebook At least three other Michigan Assembly workers who were fired over alleged snack thefts have been reinstated after investigations cleared them, according to the Free Press.

Nabozny said during a meeting with Ford management on April 27, he was shown surveillance footage from earlier that month that allegedly captured the incident at the self-checkout marketplace near the end of an overtime shift.

“I asked, ‘What did I steal?'” Nabozny told the newspaper.

A union bargaining representative said, “‘They have you on camera in the marketplace stealing food,'” he continued. “I said, ‘I never stole anything in my life. Why would I jeopardize my livelihood and my family’s livelihood to steal food when I’m making good money?'”

“It showed me talking to someone and then when I was done speaking, it shows me grabbing a Milky Way off the shelf, looking at the ingredients, and putting it back,” said Nabozny, who earned $40 an hour.

Ford worker Brendan Fluker says employees at the Michigan Assembly Plant have long complained about problems with Aramark’s self-checkout kiosks, including failed transactions, double charges and frozen screens. WXYZ He’d been on track to earn over $125,000 for the year last year due to accrued overtime.

“I grabbed two different snacks, Doritos and Ritz Crackers with cheese. Then it shows me going to the kiosk and scanning those two items. It shows me pulling my debit card out of my pocket, tapping it and waiting for it to register,” he said.

Another employee, Brendan Fluker, told the Free Press that workers have long complained about the Aramark kiosks malfunctioning, citing transactions that failed to process, double charges, frozen screens and missing receipts.

Workers assemble Ford vehicles at a plant in Michigan, where employees say malfunctioning self-checkout kiosks have led to wrongful theft accusations. Getty Images The latest cases have prompted Ford and food-service giant Aramark to review the functionality of self-serve kiosks at Ford’s US-based plants after workers alleged payment glitches wrongly branded them as thieves and cost them their jobs.

Neither Ford nor Aramark commented on the specific cases.

Ford told the Post that it and Aramark are reviewing the kiosks after becoming aware of “issues raised regarding the kiosk functionality in some limited cases.”

“We are working with Aramark to review these situations,” a spokesperson said.

An Aramark self-checkout kiosk similar to the one at the center of allegations that payment glitches led to workers being wrongly accused of stealing snacks. Aramark similarly said the company is “reviewing the instances in question” and remains focused on operating “with integrity and accountability.”

The revelations come just weeks after Kurt Kromm, a 60-year-old electrician who spent 11 years at Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, told The Post he rejected the automaker’s offer to return after it fired him over an alleged failure to pay for a $1.95 package of Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Kromm, who is diabetic, said his blood sugar dropped to 60 during an overnight shift on May 9, prompting him to buy the cookies from an Aramark self-checkout kiosk.

Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Mich., where several workers were fired over alleged self-checkout snack thefts before some were later reinstated. Getty Images He told The Post the payment terminal flashed a red error message after he tapped his debit card. He tried again, but while the screen never displayed the usual green approval checkmark, it also didn’t reject the transaction.

A week later, Ford fired him after showing him surveillance footage that appeared to indicate he had walked away without paying.

Days later, after obtaining the correct purchase price from a former co-worker, Kromm reviewed his bank records and discovered the $1.95 transaction had in fact gone through. He later provided Ford with a notarized bank statement verifying the payment.

Former Ford electrician Kurt Kromm says he was fired over a $1.95 package of Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Cookies before bank records proved he had paid. Ford reinstated Kromm, paid him roughly $33,000 in back wages and invited him to return to work. He refused.

Kromm has retained Kentucky attorney J. Will Huber, who plans to send a demand letter to Ford and Aramark.

The Post has sought comment from Nabozny, Fluker and the United Auto Workers.