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Notice to Pension Funds, Asset Managers, and Fiduciaries: Peabody Energy's Alleged Centurion Mine Misrepresentations May Have Caused Significant Portfolio Losses for Institutional Holders

, /PRNewswire/ -- Institutional investors holding positions in Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE: BTU) during the period from October 14, 2024 through May 4, 2026 may wish to evaluate lead plaintiff opportunities in a pending securities class action. Request an institutional investor loss assessment. You may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. at [email protected] or (888) SueWallSt.

BTU shares declined from a Class Period high of $39.50 to $25.00, a loss of $14.50 per share representing a 36.7% erosion of value. The lead plaintiff deadline is August 24, 2026.

Fiduciary Obligations and Recovery Options

Institutional holders owe fiduciary duties to their beneficiaries that may require active evaluation of recovery opportunities in securities litigation. The pending BTU class action raises considerations for asset managers and plan fiduciaries, including:

Pension funds and retirement plans that held BTU during the Class Period may need to document losses and assess whether seeking lead plaintiff appointment serves beneficiaries' interests Mutual fund managers with BTU exposure face potential obligations to evaluate participation in the recovery process on behalf of fund shareholders Endowments and foundations that invested in Peabody Energy based on the company's stated Centurion ramp-up trajectory should review trade records for the October 2024 through May 2026 window Insurance company general accounts and separate accounts holding BTU positions may have claims that warrant review by outside securities counsel ERISA-governed plans have a heightened duty of prudence that may extend to pursuing available legal remedies when portfolio companies engage in alleged securities fraud Portfolio Impact Assessment

The lawsuit contends that Peabody Energy and certain officers, including CEO James C. Grech, CFO Mark A. Spurbeck, and former President of Global Operations Marc E. Hathhorn, made materially false statements about the Centurion mine's operational readiness and fiscal year 2026 metallurgical coal segment guidance. As alleged, the company repeatedly assured investors that full longwall production would commence by March 2026 while concealing mechanical, electrical, and geological problems that made the timeline unachievable. When corrective disclosures emerged on March 30 and May 5, 2026, institutional portfolios holding BTU absorbed losses as shares repriced.

The metallurgical coal segment recorded an adjusted EBITDA loss of $7 million in Q1 2026, reduced by an estimated $80 million from the Centurion ramp-up failures, according to the action. Full-year met segment volume guidance was cut by 1 million tons, and cost guidance increased from $113 per ton to $123 to $133 per ton.

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"Institutional investors play a critical role in securities class actions. Their participation as lead plaintiffs brings resources and sophistication that can benefit the entire class, and their fiduciary obligations may require careful evaluation of whether to seek that role in cases involving losses of this magnitude." -- Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

Case Summary

The securities action was filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri on behalf of purchasers of BTU securities between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026. The complaint asserts claims under Section 10(b) of the Exchange Act and Rule 10b-5, as well as Section 20(a) control person claims. To be considered for lead plaintiff, investors must file by August 24, 2026.

WHY SUEWALLST: SueWallSt is powered by Levi & Korsinsky LLP. Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.Frequently Asked Questions About the BTU Lawsuit

Q: Who is eligible to join the BTU investor lawsuit? A: Investors who purchased BTU stock or securities between October 14, 2024 and May 4, 2026 and suffered financial losses may be eligible. Eligibility is based on purchase date and documented losses, not on whether you still hold the shares.

Q: When did Peabody Energy allegedly mislead investors? A: The class period runs from October 14, 2024 to May 4, 2026. The alleged fraud was revealed through corrective disclosures on March 30, 2026 and May 5, 2026, causing significant stock declines.

Q: What is the BTU lead plaintiff deadline? A: The deadline to apply for lead plaintiff appointment is August 24, 2026. This deadline applies only to investors seeking to serve as lead plaintiff. Class members who do not apply may still participate in any recovery without taking action before this date.

Q: What is a lead plaintiff and why does it matter? A: A lead plaintiff is the investor appointed by the court to represent the entire class. Lead plaintiffs are typically investors with the largest documented losses. Being appointed does not increase individual recovery but gives direct oversight of how the case is run.

Q: What documents do I need to make a claim? A: Brokerage statements or trade confirmations showing purchase dates, share quantities, prices paid, and any subsequent sale dates and prices.

Q: What does it cost me to participate? A: Nothing. Securities class actions are handled on a pure contingency basis. No upfront fees, no retainer, no out-of-pocket costs.

Q: What if I already sold my BTU shares -- can I still recover losses? A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold them. Investors who bought during the class period and sold at a loss may still participate.

Q: What if I live outside the United States? A: U.S. securities class actions generally cover purchases on U.S. exchanges regardless of investor's country of residence.

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The Progressive Corp. (NYSE:PGR) on Wednesday reported mixed second-quarter 2026 results.

Adjusted earnings per share were $4.86, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $4.77. Revenue, measured as net premiums earned, increased 6% year over year to $21.57 billion but narrowly missed the consensus estimate of $21.60 billion.

For the month of June, Progressive reported net income of $779 million, down 31% from a year earlier. Monthly earnings per share declined to $1.34 from $1.91, while the monthly combined ratio increased to 90.0 from 86.6.

Progressive shares fell 0.3% to $204.62 in pre-market trading.

These analysts made changes to their price targets on Progressive following earnings announcement.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods analyst Meyer Shields maintained the stock with a Market Perform and lowered the price target from $231 to $226. BMO Capital analyst Michael Zaremski maintained Progressive with a Market Perform and lowered the price target from $220 to $205. Considering buying PGR stock? Here’s what analysts think:

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Here at Zacks, we offer our members many different opportunities to take full advantage of the stock market, as well as how to invest in ways that lead to long-term success.

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Focus List MethodologyWhen stocks are picked for the Focus List, it reflects our enduring reliance on the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Brokerage analysts are in charge of determining a company's growth and profitability expectations, or earnings estimates. These analysts work together with company management to evaluate all factors that may affect future earnings, like interest rates, the economy, and sector and industry optimism.

Earnings estimate revisions are very important, since investors also need to take into consideration what a company will earn in the future.

The stocks that receive positive changes to earnings estimates are more likely to receive even more upward changes in the future. Take this example: if an analyst raised their estimates last month, they'll probably do so again this month, and other analysts will follow.

Utilizing the power of earnings estimate revisions is when the Zacks Rank joins the party. A unique, proprietary stock-rating model, the Zacks Rank uses changes to quarterly earnings expectations to help investors create a winning portfolio.

Four primary factors make up the Zacks Rank: Agreement, Magnitude, Upside, and Surprise. Each is given a raw score that's recalculated every night and compiled into the Rank, and with this data, stocks are then classified into five groups, ranging from "Strong Buy" to "Strong Sell."

The Focus List is comprised of stocks hand-picked from a long list of #1 (Strong Buy) or #2 (Buy) ranked companies, meaning that each new addition boasts a bullish earnings consensus among analysts.

Because stock prices react to revisions, buying stocks with rising earnings estimates can be very profitable. Focus List stocks offer investors a great opportunity to get into companies whose future earnings estimates will be raised, potentially leading to price momentum.

Focus List Spotlight: Ulta Beauty (ULTA - Free Report) Ulta Beauty, Inc., headquartered in Bolingbrook, IL, is an international specialty beauty retailer. Founded in 1990, the company changed its name to Ulta Beauty in January 2017.

ULTA, a #3 (Hold) stock, was added to the Focus List on March 25, 2020 at $177.59 per share. Since then, shares have increased 162.48% to $466.14.

12 analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.2 to $28.67. ULTA boasts an average earnings surprise of 10%.

Moreover, analysts are expecting ULTA's earnings to grow 11.8% for the current fiscal year.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) (the "Company"), a leader in environmental and safety solutions, will announce second quarter earnings before the market opens on Thursday, July 30, 2026.  The Company will also host an investor conference call and webcast at 10 a.m. Eastern Time the same day with Jennifer L. Sherman, president and chief executive officer, and Ian A. Hudson, senior vice president and chief financial officer.

Investors and analysts may access the webcast at www.federalsignal.com.  The teleconference may be accessed 10 minutes prior to the start by calling 1-877-704-4453 and using conference ID 13761759.  An archived replay of the investor conference call will be available on the Company's website shortly after the call concludes.  The replay telephone number is 1-844-512-2921, pin number 13761759.

About Federal Signal

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer, manufacturer and supplier of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

SOURCE Federal Signal Corporation

NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP:

Do you currently own shares of Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT)?Did you purchase any of your shares prior to February 24, 2025?Do you want to discuss your rights?
Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, is investigating whether certain directors and officers of Gartner, Inc. (“Gartner” or the “Company”) (NYSE: IT) breached the fiduciary duties they owe to the Company.

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If you currently hold Gartner stock and would like to discuss your legal rights and options, please visit Gartner, Inc. Shareholder Investigation or contact Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or [email protected].

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RQI) (the "Fund") today announced the results of its transferable rights offering (the "Offer"), which commenced on June 18, 2026 and expired on July 15, 2026 (the "Expiration Date"). The Offer was led by UBS Investment Bank as the sole dealer manager.

The Offer is expected to result in the issuance of approximately 12,642,989 shares of the Fund's common stock (the "common shares") (including notices of guaranteed delivery), resulting in anticipated gross proceeds to the Fund of approximately $154 million, or $220 million after adding anticipated leverage to the gross proceeds raised. The Fund will receive the entire proceeds of the Offer since Cohen & Steers Capital Management, Inc. (the "Advisor"), the Fund's investment adviser, has agreed to pay all expenses incurred in connection with the Offer. 

The subscription price of $12.15 per common share was determined based upon the formula equal to the higher of 92.5% of the average of the last reported sales price of a common share on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") on the Expiration Date and each of the four preceding trading days on the NYSE or 90% of the average of the Fund's net asset value per common share at the close of trading on the NYSE on the Expiration Date and each of the four preceding trading days (the "Subscription Price"). Common shares will be issued promptly after completion and receipt of all stockholder payments.

Joseph Harvey, Chief Executive Officer of Cohen & Steers, said:

"With the continued support of our investors, we are supplying RQI with proceeds to further capitalize on the compelling investment opportunities emerging across both listed and private real estate. I am grateful for all the investors who continue to place their trust in Cohen & Steers."

Mathew Kirschner, Portfolio Manager, U.S. Real Estate, said:

"We believe that real estate is in the early stages of a new cycle. In addition, structural tailwinds including a retail renaissance, AI-driven digital transformation, and changing demographics including an aging population, are converging with limited supply to create compelling investment opportunities across real estate. With the support of our investors, this rights offering enables RQI to invest fresh capital at what we believe are attractive valuations into these opportunities."

This document is not an offer to sell any securities and is not soliciting an offer to buy any securities in any jurisdiction where the offer or sale is not permitted. This document is not an offering, which can only be made by a prospectus. Investors should consider the Fund's investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. Such information, including other information about the Fund, can be found on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission and should be read carefully before investing.

About Cohen & Steers Quality Income Realty Fund, Inc. The Fund is a diversified, closed-end management investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended. The primary investment objective of the Fund is to seek high current income through investment in real estate securities. The secondary investment objective is capital appreciation. Real estate securities include common stocks, preferred stocks and other equity and debt securities issued by real estate companies, including real estate investment trusts (REITs) and similar REIT-like entities.

About Cohen & Steers, Inc. Cohen & Steers, Inc. ("Cohen & Steers") is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including listed and private real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Singapore.

The Advisor is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cohen & Steers.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release and other statements that Cohen & Steers may make may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which reflect the company's current views with respect to, among other things, its operations and financial performance. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates," or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties.

Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer or solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the laws of such state or jurisdiction.

Risks of Investing in Real Estate Securities

The risks of investing in real estate securities are similar to those associated with direct investments in real estate, including falling property values due to increasing vacancies; declining rents resulting from economic, legal, political or technological developments; lack of liquidity; lack of availability of financing; limited diversification, sensitivity to certain economic factors such as interest rate changes and market recessions and changes in supply of or demand for similar properties in a given market. No representation or warranty is made as to the efficacy of any particular strategy or fund or the actual returns that may be achieved.

Risks of Investing in Closed-End Funds

Shares of many closed-end funds frequently trade at a discount from their asset value. Funds are subject to stock market risk, which is the risk that stock prices overall will decline over short or long periods, adversely affecting the value of an investment in a fund.

Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com/
Symbols: (NYSE: CNS, RQI)

SOURCE Cohen & Steers, Inc.

Marvell Technology (MRVL - Free Report) has recently been on Zacks.com's list of the most searched stocks. Therefore, you might want to consider some of the key factors that could influence the stock's performance in the near future.

Shares of this chipmaker have returned -28.8% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.5% change. The Zacks Electronics - Semiconductors industry, to which Marvell belongs, has lost 9.8% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?

While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.

Earnings Estimate RevisionsHere at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company's future earnings over anything else. That's because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.

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

For the current quarter, Marvell is expected to post earnings of $0.93 per share, indicating a change of +38.8% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

The consensus earnings estimate of $4.04 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +42.3%. This estimate has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $6.18 indicates a change of +53% from what Marvell is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has remained unchanged.

With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Marvell.

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 Marvell, the consensus sales estimate of $2.71 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +35.1%. The $11.54 billion and $16.63 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +40.9% and +44.1%, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryMarvell reported revenues of $2.42 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +27.6%. EPS of $0.8 for the same period compares with $0.62 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.4 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +0.59%. The EPS surprise was 0%.

Over the last four quarters, Marvell surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates three 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.

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.

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.

Marvell 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.

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 Marvell. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.

The market expects Pool Corp. (POOL - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 23. 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 distributor of supplies for swimming pools is expected to post quarterly earnings of $5.35 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +3.5%.

Revenues are expected to be $1.82 billion, up 1.9% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.11% 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 Pool Corp.?For Pool Corp., 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 +3.06%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Pool Corp. will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Pool Corp. would post earnings of $1.34 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.43, delivering a surprise of +6.72%.

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.

Pool Corp. doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

For those looking to find strong Aerospace stocks, it is prudent to search for companies in the group that are outperforming their peers. ATI (ATI - Free Report) is a stock that can certainly grab the attention of many investors, but do its recent returns compare favorably to the sector as a whole? A quick glance at the company's year-to-date performance in comparison to the rest of the Aerospace sector should help us answer this question.

ATI is one of 77 individual stocks in the Aerospace sector. Collectively, these companies sit at #3 in the Zacks Sector Rank. The Zacks Sector Rank gauges the strength of our 16 individual sector groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups.

The Zacks Rank is a proven system that emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions, highlighting a variety of stocks that are displaying the right characteristics to beat the market over the next one to three months. ATI is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).

Over the past 90 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for ATI's full-year earnings has moved 6.7% higher. This signals that analyst sentiment is improving and the stock's earnings outlook is more positive.

Based on the most recent data, ATI has returned 68.7% so far this year. Meanwhile, the Aerospace sector has returned an average of 1.1% on a year-to-date basis. This means that ATI is outperforming the sector as a whole this year.

One other Aerospace stock that has outperformed the sector so far this year is Woodward (WWD - Free Report) . The stock is up 33% year-to-date.

In Woodward's case, the consensus EPS estimate for the current year increased 9.7% over the past three months. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Looking more specifically, ATI belongs to the Aerospace - Defense Equipment industry, a group that includes 37 individual stocks and currently sits at #80 in the Zacks Industry Rank. Stocks in this group have gained about 6.7% so far this year, so ATI is performing better this group in terms of year-to-date returns. Woodward is also part of the same industry.

Investors with an interest in Aerospace stocks should continue to track ATI and Woodward. These stocks will be looking to continue their solid performance.

Wall Street watches a company's quarterly report closely to understand as much as possible about its recent performance and what to expect going forward. Of course, one figure often stands out among the rest: earnings.

We know earnings results are vital, but how a company performs compared to bottom line expectations can be even more important when it comes to stock prices, especially in the near-term. This means that investors might want to take advantage of these earnings surprises.

The ability to identify stocks that are likely to top quarterly earnings expectations can be profitable, but it's no simple task. Here at Zacks, our Earnings ESP filter helps make things easier.

The Zacks Earnings ESP, ExplainedThe Zacks Earnings ESP, or Expected Surprise Prediction, aims to find earnings surprises by focusing on the most recent analyst revisions. The basic premise is that if an analyst reevaluates their earnings estimate ahead of an earnings release, it means they likely have new information that could possibly be more accurate.

Now that we understand the basic idea, let's look at how the Expected Surprise Prediction works. The ESP is calculated by comparing the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate, with the percentage difference between the two giving us the Zacks ESP figure.

In fact, when we combined a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better and a positive Earnings ESP, stocks produced a positive surprise 70% of the time. Perhaps most importantly, using these parameters has helped produce 28.3% annual returns on average, according to our 10 year backtest.

Most stocks, about 60%, fall into the #3 (Hold) category, and they are expected to perform in-line with the broader market. Stocks with a #2 (Buy) and #1 (Strong Buy) rating, or the top 15% and top 5% of stocks, respectively, should outperform the market, with Strong Buy stocks outperforming more than any other rank.

Should You Consider Applied Materials?The last thing we will do today, now that we have a grasp on the ESP and how powerful of a tool it can be, is to quickly look at a qualifying stock. Applied Materials (AMAT - Free Report) holds a #1 (Strong Buy) at the moment and its Most Accurate Estimate comes in at $3.41 a share 28 days away from its upcoming earnings release on August 13, 2026.

Applied Materials' Earnings ESP sits at +1.52%, which, as explained above, is calculated by taking the percentage difference between the $3.41 Most Accurate Estimate and the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.36. AMAT is also part of a large group of stocks that boast a positive ESP. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

AMAT is part of a big group of Computer and Technology stocks that boast a positive ESP, and investors may want to take a look at ON Semiconductor Corp. (ON - Free Report) as well.

ON Semiconductor Corp. is a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock, and is getting ready to report earnings on August 3, 2026. ON's Most Accurate Estimate sits at $0.73 a share 18 days from its next earnings release.

ON Semiconductor Corp.'s Earnings ESP figure currently stands at +2.11% after taking the percentage difference between its Most Accurate Estimate and its Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.71.

Because both stocks hold a positive Earnings ESP, AMAT and ON could potentially post earnings beats in their next reports.

Find Stocks to Buy or Sell Before They're ReportedUse the Zacks Earnings ESP Filter to turn up stocks with the highest probability of positively, or negatively, surprising to buy or sell before they're reported for profitable earnings season trading. Check it out here >>

At its 2026 K–12 User Conference, Blackbaud shared human-centered AI capabilities that will help schools increase enrollment, strengthen engagement, and reduce operational complexity

, /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world's leading provider of AI-powered solutions for social impact, today announced new AI-driven innovations for independent K–12 schools at its 2026 K–12 User Conference, including a preview of its new Admissions Agent designed to help schools guide prospective families, improve enrollment outcomes, and streamline admissions workflows.

Private schools today are navigating rising expectations for personalized experiences alongside growing administrative pressure, increasingly complex operations and high turnover rates. Many are exploring how to apply AI in meaningful ways that support their teams by reducing administrative burden and spending more time building the human connections that define education.

Blackbaud's latest innovations are built to meet this moment, bringing human-centered AI to education with intelligent tools embedded directly into its K-12 solutions to help schools turn insight into action. By unifying these capabilities within a shared data foundation, Blackbaud's Total School Solution helps schools reduce fragmentation, gain clearer insight, and take more coordinated action across their entire community.

"Education is, and always will be, a deeply human experience," said Mark Davis, vice president and general manager of education products, Blackbaud. "Our focus is on using responsible AI to reduce administrative burden and strengthen the relationships at the heart of schools, giving teams the tools to act earlier, operate more efficiently, and deliver more connected experiences for families."

Introducing the Admissions Agent
At the center of Blackbaud's latest announcements is the Admissions Agent, part of the company's broader Agents for Good™ agentic AI suite. Purpose-built for schools, the Admissions Agent will enable every independent school to offer the high-touch, personalized admissions experience that previously only the most well-resourced institutions could achieve. The Agent works semi-autonomously or fully autonomously based on each school's comfort level, always within guardrails and always human-centered.

The Agent will:

Reduce friction throughout the admissions funnel, guiding families through each stage of the process Give potential applicants rapid answers to critical questions Keep families engaged with timely, personalized follow-up Identify where prospective families may be dropping off from the admission process Increase qualified, complete applications with a concierge admissions experience Blackbaud will launch an early adopter program soon to partner with schools on shaping the solution to meet the specific needs of school administrators.

Driving a New Era of Connected Intelligence
Blackbaud is embedding AI across its K–12 solutions to help schools move from managing systems to driving outcomes. Innovation highlighted across Blackbaud's Total School Solution to reduce manual work and improve coordination across the campus includes:

Candidate Insights—predictive enrollment and engagement insights—that draw on both historical and real-time data, as well as Blackbaud's proprietary insights to recommend next best actions to engage candidates Blackbaud AI Chat that helps administrators quickly ask questions of their data, get insights in plain language and take action, directly within the solution A Common Records Engine that syncs data in real time between Blackbaud Student Information System™ and Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT®, breaking down silos between departments A new Enrollment Contracts capability that simplifies the enrollment process, enabling administrators to streamline contract adjustments and automatically pull in financial management teams once a contract is signed Student Success Insights that help schools proactively identify and support at-risk students A new Parent Initiated Attendance feature that allows parents to submit absences, tardies and early dismissals directly through the Student Information System portal, providing real-time information to both administrative staff and teachers Enhancements across Blackbaud's Learning Management System from a new, simpler grading hub to AI tools that help teachers create and manage assignments An AI-enabled Collections Assistant that helps finance teams get ahead of late payments and see the full picture of a family's situation Together, these advancements enable schools to operate more proactively and reduce administrative burden while improving how they engage students and families.

A Community Focused on the Future
Blackbaud's K–12 User Conference brings together hundreds of school leaders, educators, and administrators for three days of hands-on learning, product innovation sessions, and peer collaboration. Attendees explore new technologies, participate in breakout sessions and discussions, and connect with peers and partners to share best practices and ideas for the future of K–12 private education. Day three will feature the popular Unconference experience—an open, participant-driven forum where educators shape the agenda based on topics that matter most to them.

"Blackbaud has a long history of commitment to education and schools, and this conference is one of the special things they do," said John Yen, director of technology, Polytechnic School. "There are so few conferences and networking opportunities for the support staff and administrators in schools, and this is an important opportunity to engage, learn, and share best practices. With AI at the forefront of technology today, ensuring the underpinnings of our school operations is the essential foundation in weathering changing times and the ongoing evolution in education."

Supporting Stronger Outcomes for Schools
"Research shows that teachers and staff spend over 50% of their time on administrative work," Blackbaud's Mark Davis added. "At Blackbaud we're integrating AI into the tools they use every day to reduce that burden and provide more opportunity to focus on what's most important: empowering student success."

Learn more about Blackbaud's AI-powered solutions for K–12 schools here. And learn more about Blackbaud's approach to Responsible AI here.

About Blackbaud
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is the world's leading provider of AI-powered solutions for social impact. Serving nonprofits, educational institutions, companies committed to corporate social responsibility, and individual change makers, Blackbaud propels impact at scale with the sector's most intelligent solutions for fundraising and engagement, education solutions, financial management and CSR and grantmaking. With the deepest expertise powered by the world's largest philanthropic data set, the most connected workflows, and the most powerful impact network, Blackbaud's solutions are building a future where resources are unleashed at the speed of need. Blackbaud has been recognized by Fast Company, Newsweek, Quartz, Forbes and more for AI innovation, responsible leadership and workplace excellence. Blackbaud has operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, India and the United Kingdom, supporting users in 100+ countries. Learn more at www.blackbaud.com or follow us on X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

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Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding expected benefits of products and product features. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: general economic risks; uncertainty regarding increased business and renewals from existing customers; continued success in sales growth; management of integration of acquired companies and other risks associated with acquisitions; risks associated with successful implementation of multiple integrated software products; the ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks associated with management of growth; lengthy sales and implementation cycles; technological changes that make our products and services less competitive; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department. All Blackbaud product names appearing herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.

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Stock to Watch: Arista Networks (ANET - Free Report) Santa Clara, CA-based Arista Networks, Inc. is engaged in providing cloud networking solutions for data centers and cloud computingenvironments. The company offers 10/25/40/50/100 Gigabit Ethernet switches and routers optimized for next-generation data center networks. Arista uses multiple silicon architectures across its products. At the core of the company’s cloud networking solutions is the Linux-based Extensible Operating System (EOS), which was architected to be fully programmable and highly modular.

ANET is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.

Momentum investors should take note of this Computer and Technology stock. ANET has a Momentum Style Score of A, and shares are up 4.2% over the past four weeks.

For fiscal 2026, one analyst revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.01 to $3.63 per share. ANET boasts an average earnings surprise of +8.3%.

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The market expects Valley National (VLY - Free Report) to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook is important in assessing the company's earnings picture, but a powerful factor that might influence its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

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Zacks Consensus EstimateThis holding company for Valley National Bank is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.31 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +34.8%.

Revenues are expected to be $552.02 million, up 11.2% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.6% 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.

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How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Valley National?For Valley National, 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%.

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NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds AeroVironment, Inc. (“AeroVironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) investors of the July 27, 2026 deadline involving a securities fraud class action lawsuit commenced against the Company.

Should You Join The AeroVironment Class Action Lawsuit:

Do you, or did you, own shares of AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV)?Did you purchase your shares between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026, inclusive?Did you lose money in your investment in AeroVironment, Inc.? What To Do Next:

Investors are encouraged to act promptly and submit a form at AeroVironment, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or [email protected].

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff for the Class, you must file papers by July 27, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on other class members’ behalf in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn’t require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses.

About The Lawsuit:

A lawsuit was filed on behalf of investors (the “Class”) who purchased or acquired the securities of AeroVironment between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026, inclusive, alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 against the Company and certain of its senior officers.

The lawsuit alleges that defendants made materially false and misleading statements and omissions regarding the Company’s business operations, growth prospects, and financial stability. As a result of these alleged misrepresentations, AeroVironment securities traded at artificially inflated prices during the Class Period. When the truth was disclosed, investors allegedly suffered significant losses.

About Bernstein Liebhard:

Since 1993, Bernstein Liebhard LLP has recovered over $3.5 billion for its clients. In addition to representing individual investors, the Firm has been retained by some of the largest public and private pension funds in the country to monitor their assets and pursue litigation on their behalf. As a result of its success litigating hundreds of class actions, the Firm has been named to The National Law Journal’s “Plaintiffs’ Hot List” thirteen times and listed in The Legal 500 for sixteen consecutive years.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. ("AeroVironment" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVAV) and certain officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, and docketed under 26-cv-01429, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired AeroVironment securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), seeking to recover damages caused by Defendants' violations of the federal securities laws and to pursue remedies under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder, against the Company and certain of its top officials.

If you are an investor who purchased or otherwise acquired AeroVironment securities during the Class Period, you have until July 27, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. To discuss this action, contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980 (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.  

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AeroVironment operates as a defense technology provider delivering integrated capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.

On May 1, 2025, AeroVironment announced it had completed the acquisition of BlueHalo, LLC ("BlueHalo"), a defense technology firm specializing in advanced engineering products, in an all-stock transaction with an enterprise value of approximately $4.1 billion.

Three years earlier, BlueHalo had been awarded a $1.4 billion contract to deliver BADGER phased array antenna systems (a type of advanced ground-terminal system used to track satellites), to support the United States Space Force's Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource ("SCAR") program.  The BADGER would be a bespoke product designed for the United States ("U.S.") Space Force, according to its specifications.  This contract value subsequently increased to $1.7 billion. 

The SCAR program represents the U.S. Space Force's efforts to modernize antennas used by the Satellite Control Network ("SCN"), which is comprised of 19 fixed antennas across the world and executes tasks such as tracking satellites, transmitting signals, and conducting telemetry, or accessing data from satellites to assess their status and health.

In an April 2023 report, the U.S. Government Accountability Office described the SCN as "aging and difficult to maintain."  The U.S. Space Force has described the purpose of the SCAR program as modernizing the aging SCN by introducing phased array antennas to the network that boast newer capabilities, such as the ability to communicate with more than one satellite simultaneously. 

During the Class Period, Defendants consistently assured investors that the SCAR program would drive revenue growth for AeroVironment moving forward.  Among other items, Defendants stated that the SCAR program represented a "tremendous growth opportunity," that AeroVironment's work pursuant to the contract was "very much on track," that the customer was "asking for more [BADGER systems]," and that the Company stood "ready to build more."

The complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and prospects.  Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) AeroVironment understated the likelihood that it would imminently face competition from other vendors for the work it performed in connection with the SCAR program and the U.S. Space Force's ongoing efforts to modernize the SCN; (ii) accordingly, Defendants overstated AeroVironment's business and financial prospects; and (iii) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.

On January 20, 2026, AeroVironment announced that the U.S. government had issued a stop work order on the Company's agreement to deliver BADGER systems to the SCAR program.  In the same announcement, AeroVironment stated that the stop work order "allows for the parties to negotiate an amended agreement for the future of the SCAR program" and that "[t]he Company expects to continue to deliver capabilities and products for the SCAR program."  

On this news, AeroVironment's stock price fell $61.97 per share, or 15.77%, to close at $330.89 per share on January 20, 2026.

Then, on March 2, 2026, Space News reported that the U.S. Space Force was reopening the SCAR program and "reassessing how to move forward."  Space News quoted Colonel Owen Stevens, director of contracting at the Space Rapid Capabilities Office, which supervised SCAR, as stating, "We have been in conversations with the [senior acquisition executive] for a little while now, and we are going to move into a new acquisition strategy for SCAR."  

On this news, AeroVironment's stock price fell $43.93 per share, or 17.42%, to close at $208.32 per share on March 2, 2026.

Then, on March 10, 2026, AeroVironment announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026.  Among other items, AeroVironment reported a third-quarter operating loss of $179.0 million, compared to an operating loss of $3.1 million for the same period in fiscal year 2025.  These financial results reflected the impact of a $151.3 million goodwill impairment in the Company's space division after the stop work order on the Company's BADGER systems built for the SCAR program.  AeroVironment also reported that the U.S. Space Force had terminated the Company's contract concerning the SCAR program, and as a result, it would have to "recompete" for the SCAR program.

On this news, AeroVironment's stock price fell $13.84 per share, or 6.24%, to close at $207.73 per share on March 11, 2026.

On March 31, 2026, the U.S. Space Force announced its decision to diversify suppliers and rely on less costly commercial, off-the-shelf solutions in connection with its work to upgrade the SCN, instead of pursuing another single-vendor bespoke solution. 

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered billions of dollars in damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com. 

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NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. (“AeroVironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired AeroVironment securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026 (the “Class Period”).

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE CASE

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On January 20, 2026, before markets opened, the Company reported in an 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that “upon mutual agreement” of AeroVironment and the U.S. Government, “the U.S. Government issued a stop work order on the Company’s Other Transaction Agreement for the delivery of BADGER phased array antenna systems to support the Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource (“SCAR”) program.” According to the filing, “[t]he stop work order allows for the parties to negotiate an amended agreement for the future of the SCAR program under new requirements for the program, which amendment is expected to be a firm-fixed price agreement. The Company expects to continue to deliver capabilities and products for the SCAR program.”

Following this news, the price of AeroVironment stock declined $61.97 per share, or 15.77%, to close at $330.89 per share on January 20, 2026.

On March 10, 2026, after market, AeroVironment issued a press release, announcing third quarter 2026 financial results. The Company reported “operating loss of $179.0 million, compared to an operating loss of $3.1 million for the same period in fiscal year 2025.” According to the complaint, “[t]hese financial results reflected the impact of a $151.3 million goodwill impairment in the Company’s space division after the stop work order on the Company’s BADGER systems built for the SCAR program.” Additionally, according to the complaint “AeroVironment also reported that the U.S. Space Force had terminated the Company’s contract concerning the SCAR program, and as a result, it would have to ‘recompete’ for the SCAR program.”

Following this news, the price of AeroVironment stock fell $13.84 per share, or 6.24%, to close at $207.73 per share on March 11, 2026.

The complaint alleges, among other things, that throughout the Class Period, “Defendants

made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) AeroVironment understated the likelihood that it would imminently face competition from other vendors for the work it performed in connection with the SCAR program and the U.S. Space Force’s ongoing efforts to modernize the SCN; (ii) accordingly, Defendants overstated AeroVironment’s business and financial prospects; and (iii) as a result, Defendants’ public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.”

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Key Takeaways Uber will acquire operations across 50 markets, representing about $42 billion in 2025 gross bookings. UBER expects the deal to boost adjusted EPS at closing and deliver substantial accretion by year three. Uber plans to invest 2 billion euros in Germany and preserve Delivery Hero's Berlin workforce through 2029. In a bid to expand further, Uber Technologies (UBER - Free Report) has entered into a business combination agreement to acquire Delivery Hero. This move is aimed at expanding its mobility and delivery platform to 99 markets with combined pro forma gross bookings of $236 billion in 2025.

Under the voluntary takeover offer, Uber will pay €41.50 per Delivery Hero share, valuing the latter at approximately $14.8 billion, or $13.7 billion after adjusting for the former's existing stake. Before the offer, Uber owned about 24.77% of Delivery Hero's voting shares and had an additional 11.74% economic exposure through equity derivatives. Prosus has agreed to tender its roughly 17% stake, raising Uber's total economic interest to about 53%.

As part of the transaction, SSW Partners, a New York-based investment firm, will acquire Delivery Hero's operations in 14 markets where the business overlaps with Uber Eats is more significant. The transaction, valued at about $1.6 billion, will allow SSW to independently identify long-term strategic owners for those businesses, while Uber will acquire Delivery Hero's operations across 50 markets, representing approximately $42 billion in 2025 gross bookings.

Uber expects the acquisition to strengthen the global technology platform by combining it with Delivery Hero's established local brands, merchant network and delivery capabilities. The combined business is anticipated to enhance consumer choice, improve the Uber One membership proposition and provide merchants with greater demand through Uber's large user base, supported by advertising, promotional and commerce tools. A denser network is also expected to increase order volumes, improve courier utilization and create additional earning opportunities for delivery partners and drivers.

The acquisition would nearly double the number of markets where Uber operates both mobility and delivery services, increasing the total from 34 to 58. According to the company, customers using both services generate roughly three times the gross bookings and profits of single-product users. Uber expects the transaction to be accretive to adjusted earnings per share upon closing and deliver high-single-digit percentage earnings accretion by the third year.

Delivery Hero's management and supervisory board support the proposed transaction, describing it as an opportunity to strengthen the competitive position, build on the food delivery and quick commerce businesses, and advance the Everyday App strategy through Uber's global platform.

Uber has also committed to maintaining Delivery Hero's Berlin headquarters and preserving its workforce there through at least 2029. In addition, the company plans to invest €2 billion in Germany over the next five years to expand its local operations, strengthen the corporate workforce and support autonomous vehicle deployments and partnerships with the German automotive industry.

Uber will finance the acquisition using existing cash and new debt through a committed bridge facility of about €14 billion while maintaining its investment-grade credit rating and current capital allocation policy, including share repurchases. The transaction remains subject to shareholder approval, regulatory clearances and other customary conditions and is expected to close in the second half of 2027.

How Uber Stands to GainIf completed, the acquisition would significantly strengthen Uber's competitive position by expanding its presence in fast-growing international markets where Delivery Hero holds leading positions. The deal would accelerate Uber's cross-platform strategy by increasing opportunities to convert delivery customers into mobility users and vice versa, driving higher engagement and revenue per customer.

Greater geographic scale, broader merchant relationships and a larger courier network could also improve operating efficiency, reinforce Uber's leadership in the global delivery market and support long-term earnings growth.

The proposed acquisition supports Uber's ambition to bolster its global food-delivery business as it faces intense competition from the likes of DoorDash (DASH - Free Report) , which continues to pursue rapid international expansion.

Earlier this year, DoorDash and Uber’s rival Lyft (LYFT - Free Report) expanded their partnership into Canada, allowing DashPass members to receive discounts on Lyft rides. The move broadens DashPass from a food delivery subscription into a wider lifestyle membership. Canadian members can access benefits such as discounted rides, airport trip savings and priority pickups after linking their accounts.

The partnership marks the first international rollout of DoorDash and Lyft’s collaboration, building on their U.S. success. Lyft, which operates in Canada’s 10 largest cities, aims to strengthen its market presence while DoorDash enhances customer value beyond food and grocery delivery.

UBER’s Share Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of UBER have declined in double digits over the past six months. Courtesy of the downbeat performance, UBER’s shares have underperformed the Zacks Internet-Services industry over the same time frame.

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From a valuation standpoint, UBER trades at a 12-month forward price-to-sales of 2.36X. UBER is inexpensive compared with its industry.

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See how the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Uber’s earnings has been revised over the past 90 days.

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Uber’s Zacks RankUber currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. 

ManpowerGroup (MAN - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.99 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.96 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.78 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +3.13%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this staffing company would post earnings of $0.5 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.51, delivering a surprise of +2%.

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

Manpower, which belongs to the Zacks Staffing Firms industry, posted revenues of $4.86 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.76%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $4.52 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.

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

Manpower shares have added about 31.3% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 10.6%.

What's Next for Manpower?While Manpower 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 Manpower 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 $1.04 on $4.75 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $3.66 on $18.78 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, Staffing Firms is currently in the bottom 21% 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.

TrueBlue (TBI - Free Report) , another stock in the same industry, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.

This blue-collar temporary staffing company is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.10 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -42.9%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

TrueBlue's revenues are expected to be $416.16 million, up 5% from the year-ago quarter.

U.S. stocks were mixed, with the Nasdaq Composite falling around 150 points on Thursday.

Abbott Laboratories posted quarterly adjusted EPS of $1.31, beating market estimates of $1.28. The company’s quarterly sales came in at $12.593 billion versus expectations of $12.497 billion.

Abbott shares jumped 12.1% to $100.07 on Thursday.

Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today’s session.

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Analysts on Wall Street project that Hasbro (HAS - Free Report) will announce quarterly earnings of $1.15 per share in its forthcoming report, representing a decline of 11.5% year over year. Revenues are projected to reach $1.05 billion, increasing 6.7% from the same quarter last year.

The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 3.8% 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.

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 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 Hasbro metrics that are routinely monitored and predicted by Wall Street analysts.

Analysts forecast 'External Net Revenues- Entertainment' to reach $16.88 million. The estimate indicates a change of +5.5% from the prior-year quarter.

Analysts predict that the 'External Net Revenues- Consumer Products' will reach $451.31 million. The estimate points to a change of +2% from the year-ago quarter.

The average prediction of analysts places 'External Net Revenues- Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming' at $591.06 million. The estimate points to a change of +13.1% from the year-ago quarter.

Analysts expect 'Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming Net Revenues- Tabletop Gaming' to come in at $464.20 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +14.3%.

The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming Net Revenues- Digital and Licensed Gaming' of $114.98 million. The estimate suggests a change of -1% year over year.

Analysts' assessment points toward 'Operating profit (loss)- Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming' reaching $259.27 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $241.80 million.

It is projected by analysts that the 'Operating profit (loss)- Entertainment' will reach $5.74 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $6.30 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

View all Key Company Metrics for Hasbro here>>>

Over the past month, Hasbro shares have recorded returns of -3.6% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.5% change. Based on its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), HAS 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 >>>> .

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It's highly successful, with #1 (Strong Buy) stocks producing an unmatched +23.94% average annual return since 1988. That's more than double the S&P 500. But because of the large number of stocks we rate, there are over 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, plus another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.

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Stock to Watch: Principal Financial (PFG - Free Report) Ranked among the Fortune 500 companies, Des Moines, IA-based Principal Financial Group Inc. is a leader in global investment management offering businesses, individuals and institutional clients a wide range of financial products and services, including retirement, asset management and insurance through our diverse family of financial services companies. The company was founded in 1879.

PFG is a #3 (Hold) 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 12.02; value investors should take notice.

For fiscal 2026, two analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.09 to $9.40 per share. PFG boasts an average earnings surprise of +1.7%.

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

BALA CYNWYD, Pa., July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations. If you own shares and wish to discuss the investigation, contact Jason Brodsky ([email protected]) or Marc Ackerman ([email protected]) at 855-576-4847. There is no cost or financial obligation to you.

NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds Verra Mobility Corporation (“Verra” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VRRM) investors of the August 4, 2026 deadline involving a securities fraud class action lawsuit commenced against the Company.

Should You Join The Verra Mobility Class Action Lawsuit:

Do you, or did you, own shares of Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM)?
Did you purchase your shares between February 24, 2026 and May 26, 2026, inclusive?
Did you lose money in your investment in Verra Mobility Corporation?
What To Do Next:

Investors are encouraged to act promptly and submit a form at Verra Mobility Corporation Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or [email protected].

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff for the Class, you must file papers by August 4, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on other class members’ behalf in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn’t require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses.

About The Lawsuit:

A lawsuit was filed on behalf of investors (the “Class”) who purchased or acquired the common stock of Verra between February 24, 2026 and May 26, 2026, inclusive, alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 against the Company and certain of its senior officers.

The lawsuit alleges that defendants made materially false and misleading statements and omissions regarding the Company’s business operations, growth prospects, and financial stability. As a result of these alleged misrepresentations, Verra common stock traded at artificially inflated prices during the Class Period. When the truth was disclosed, investors allegedly suffered significant losses.

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Disclosure Under Scrutiny: Verra Mobility's SEC Filings Touted "Long-Standing Relationships" With Avis Budget Group While Allegedly Failing to Disclose Risks That the Customer Could Pursue In-House Solutions or Alternatives That Would Ultimately Terminate Over 10% of Company Revenue

, /PRNewswire/ -- SueWallSt alerts investors in Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM) that a securities class action has been filed on behalf of shareholders who purchases securities between February 24, 2026 and May 26, 2026. Find out if you may qualify to recover losses. You may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. at [email protected] or (888) SueWallSt.

VRRM shares collapsed 71% in a single session, falling from $13.08 to $3.85 on May 27, 2026. The lead plaintiff deadline is August 4, 2026.

What the Company Disclosed in SEC Filings

Verra Mobility's Form 10-K for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed on February 24, 2026, described the Commercial Services segment's customer base in affirmative terms. The filing stated: "We have long-standing relationships with, among others, the three largest RACs in the United States, Avis Budget Group, Enterprise Mobility, and The Hertz Corporation." The 10-K characterized Commercial Services as generating approximately $435.8 million in revenue for 2025, or roughly 45% of total revenue. Tolling management solutions alone accounted for approximately 39% of 2025 total revenues.

The complaint challenges this disclosure as materially incomplete, asserting that the filing framed the Avis relationship as stable and enduring while allegedly omitting that the customer was actively evaluating whether to replace Verra with in-house or alternative solutions.

What the Lawsuit Alleges Was Missing

The securities action contends that Verra's public filings and management statements omitted specific, known risks that had already materialized during the Class Period: The 10-K referenced "long-standing relationships" without disclosing that Avis Budget Group's contract was operating under a short-term extension with no long-term renewal secured Management characterized negotiations as "ongoing and constructive" on May 6, 2026, allegedly without disclosing the severity of the risk that Avis could terminate rather than renew CEO statements at the March 3, 2026 Morgan Stanley conference dismissed in-sourcing risk as minimal, calling tolling operations "very complex" with "54 different toll authorities," while the complaint alleges that Avis was already evaluating precisely such alternatives The Company reaffirmed full-year 2026 guidance of $1.02 billion to $1.03 billion in revenue on May 6, 2026, without adjusting for the concentration risk that a single customer representing over 10% of revenue might not renew Risk factor language in SEC filings allegedly used generic terms about customer relationships rather than disclosing the specific, active threat to the Avis contract Why Generic Warnings Allegedly Did Not Protect Investors

"Generic risk factor language cannot substitute for disclosing specific, known problems that are already affecting a company's operations. When a company knows that a customer representing over 10% of revenue is actively considering termination, that is not a hypothetical risk for boilerplate language. It is a material fact that investors deserved to know." -- Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

The complaint highlights the contrast between the Company's boilerplate risk disclosures and the specific, concrete threat that the Avis relationship was deteriorating during the very period when management was publicly reaffirming guidance. The securities action maintains that Verra had an obligation to disclose the actual state of negotiations rather than relying on characterizations of "long-standing relationships" that allegedly painted a misleading picture of stability.

LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE: August 4, 2026

Submit your information here or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. at (888) SueWallSt.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the VRRM Lawsuit

Q: What specific misstatements does the VRRM lawsuit allege? A: The complaint alleges Verra Mobility made materially false or misleading statements regarding the stability of its relationship with Avis Budget Group, the likelihood of contract renewal, and the risk that major rental car customers could replace Verra with in-house solutions. When the true state was revealed on May 26, 2026, the stock price declined sharply.

Q: What is the VRRM lead plaintiff deadline? A: The deadline to apply for lead plaintiff appointment is August 4, 2026. This deadline applies only to investors seeking to serve as lead plaintiff. Class members who do not apply may still participate in any recovery without taking action before this date.

Q: What if I already sold my VRRM shares -- can I still recover losses? A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold them. Investors who bought during the class period and sold at a loss may still participate.

Q: Do I need to go to court or give testimony? A: No. The overwhelming majority of class members never appear in court or give depositions. You submit a claim form to receive your portion of recovery.

Q: What does it cost me to participate? A: Nothing. Securities class actions are handled on a pure contingency basis. No upfront fees, no retainer, no out-of-pocket costs.

Q: What court was the VRRM class action filed in? A: The case was filed in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona, governed by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Q: Can I join a different law firm's lawsuit instead? A: Multiple firms often file competing complaints. The court consolidates and appoints a single lead counsel. Contacting Levi & Korsinsky before August 4, 2026 ensures your losses are considered.

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