Walmart (WMT - Free Report) closed at $112.53 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.03% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.62%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the world's largest retailer had lost 6.06% lagged the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.54% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Walmart in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on August 20, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.74, up 8.82% from the prior-year quarter. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $186.4 billion, indicating a 5.07% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.89 per share and revenue of $750 billion, which would represent changes of +9.47% and +5.17%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Walmart. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 0.11% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Right now, Walmart possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, Walmart is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 39.36. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 13.94.
Investors should also note that WMT has a PEG ratio of 4.24 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The average PEG ratio for the Retail - Supermarkets industry stood at 1.92 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Retail - Supermarkets industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 195, putting it in the bottom 21% 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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Procter & Gamble (PG - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $148.05, demonstrating a +1.35% change from the preceding day's closing price. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
The world's largest consumer products maker's shares have seen a decrease of 4.2% over the last month, not keeping up with the Consumer Staples sector's loss of 1.99% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Procter & Gamble in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 29, 2026. In that report, analysts expect Procter & Gamble to post earnings of $1.42 per share. This would mark a year-over-year decline of 4.05%. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $21.41 billion, up 2.52% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $6.88 per share and revenue of $87.12 billion, indicating changes of +0.73% and +3.37%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Procter & Gamble. 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 suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming 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, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.5% lower. As of now, Procter & Gamble holds a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
Digging into valuation, Procter & Gamble currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 20.74. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 19.65.
We can additionally observe that PG currently boasts a PEG ratio of 7.11. 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 Consumer Products - Staples industry had an average PEG ratio of 3.29 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Consumer Products - Staples industry is part of the Consumer Staples sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 198, placing it within the bottom 20% of over 250 industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in 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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Walt Disney (DIS - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $97.15, demonstrating a +1.34% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.38%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.29%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.62%.
Shares of the entertainment company witnessed a loss of 5.34% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Consumer Discretionary sector with its loss of 1.13%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Walt Disney in its forthcoming earnings report. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $1.88, marking a 16.77% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $25.41 billion, up 7.44% from the year-ago period.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $6.86 per share and a revenue of $101.72 billion, signifying shifts of +15.68% and +7.73%, respectively, from the last year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Walt Disney. 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.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.04% upward. Currently, Walt Disney is carrying a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Walt Disney has a Forward P/E ratio of 13.98 right now. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 15.47 of its industry.
We can also see that DIS currently has a PEG ratio of 1.21. 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 average PEG ratio for the Media Conglomerates industry stood at 0.6 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Media Conglomerates industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 73, finds itself in the top 30% echelons of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of our separate industry groups by calculating the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks contained 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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United Airlines (UAL - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.99 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.92 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.87 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +3.65%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this airline would post earnings of $1.08 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.19, delivering a surprise of +10.19%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times.
United, which belongs to the Zacks Transportation - Airline industry, posted revenues of $17.67 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.05%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $15.24 billion. 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.
United shares have added about 7.6% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 10.2%.
What's Next for United?While United 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 United was favorable. 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 #2 (Buy) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to outperform 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 $3.59 on $17.6 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $10.50 on $67.03 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, Transportation - Airline is currently in the top 33% 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.
Surf Air Mobility Inc. (SRFM - Free Report) , another stock in the same industry, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.
This company is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.18 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +80.7%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
Surf Air Mobility Inc.'s revenues are expected to be $28.45 million, up 3.7% from the year-ago quarter.
For the quarter ended June 2026, United Airlines (UAL - Free Report) reported revenue of $17.67 billion, up 16% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $1.99, compared to $3.87 in the year-ago quarter.
The reported revenue represents a surprise of -0.05% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $17.68 billion. With the consensus EPS estimate being $1.92, the EPS surprise was +3.65%.
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 United performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Passenger load factor - Consolidated: 83.4% compared to the 84.4% average estimate based on four analysts.Total revenue per available seat mile (TRASM): 20.25 cents versus the three-analyst average estimate of 20.36 cents.CASM-ex (excluding special charges, third-party business expenses, fuel, and profit sharing): 13.12 cents versus the three-analyst average estimate of 13.05 cents.Average aircraft fuel price per gallon: $4.19 compared to the $4.23 average estimate based on three analysts.ASMs (Available seat miles): 87.28 billion versus 86.89 billion estimated by three analysts on average.PRASM (Passenger revenue per available seat mile): 18.45 cents versus the three-analyst average estimate of 18.61 cents.RPMs (Revenue passenger miles): 72.77 billion compared to the 73.71 billion average estimate based on three analysts.Cost per ASM (CASM): 18.99 cents compared to the 19.16 cents average estimate based on two analysts.Fuel gallons consumed: 1,219.00 MGal versus 1,217.52 MGal estimated by two analysts on average.Operating revenue- Passenger revenue: $16.1 billion versus $16.12 billion estimated by four analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a +16.4% change.Operating revenue- Other operating revenue: $1.05 billion compared to the $1.06 billion average estimate based on four analysts. The reported number represents a change of +7.7% year over year.Operating revenue- Cargo: $527 million versus the four-analyst average estimate of $458.59 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +22.6%.View all Key Company Metrics for United here>>>
Shares of United have returned +1.6% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.6% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating that it could outperform the broader market in the near term.
Zoom Communications (ZM - Free Report) closed at $92.60 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.59% move from the prior day. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the video-conferencing company had lost 1% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector lost 0.53%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Zoom Communications in its upcoming release. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $1.49, marking a 2.61% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.27 billion, reflecting a 4.22% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $6.06 per share and a revenue of $5.09 billion, representing changes of +2.36% and +4.54%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Zoom Communications. 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. 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. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged. Zoom Communications presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, Zoom Communications is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 15.04. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 19.89 of its industry.
Investors should also note that ZM has a PEG ratio of 3.39 right now. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. ZM's industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.06 as of yesterday's close.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, which puts it in the top 38% 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.
Remember to apply Zacks.com to follow these and more stock-moving metrics during the upcoming trading sessions.
In the latest trading session, Ford Motor Company (F - Free Report) closed at $14.18, marking a +1.72% move from the previous day. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.62%.
The stock of company has fallen by 3.26% in the past month, lagging the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's loss of 1.97% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Ford Motor Company in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 28, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.35, marking a 5.41% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $45.69 billion, down 2.68% from the year-ago period.
Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $1.64 per share and revenue of $177.03 billion. These totals would mark changes of +50.46% and +1.71%, respectively, from last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Ford Motor Company should also be noted by investors. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To 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, 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 remained stagnant within the past month. Ford Motor Company is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
In terms of valuation, Ford Motor Company is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 8.51. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 17.82.
It is also worth noting that F currently has a PEG ratio of 0.3. 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 Automotive - Domestic industry had an average PEG ratio of 0.99 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Automotive - Domestic industry is part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 96, which puts it in the top 40% 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, Home Depot (HD - Free Report) was up +1.1% at $341.44. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.29%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.62%.
The stock of home-improvement retailer has risen by 0.19% in the past month, lagging the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.54% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The upcoming earnings release of Home Depot will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on August 18, 2026. On that day, Home Depot is projected to report earnings of $4.71 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 0.64%. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $47.5 billion, indicating a 4.92% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $15.01 per share and revenue of $171.65 billion. These totals would mark changes of +2.18% and +4.23%, respectively, from last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Home Depot should also be noted by investors. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
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. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Home Depot currently has a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
With respect to valuation, Home Depot is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 22.5. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 22.5, which means Home Depot is trading at no noticeable deviation to the group.
It is also worth noting that HD currently has a PEG ratio of 3.9. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. The Retail - Home Furnishings was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.88 at yesterday's closing price.
The Retail - Home Furnishings industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 171, finds itself in the bottom 31% echelons of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in 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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Choosing between growth potential and established stability is a classic investor dilemma. Today, we compare Krispy Kreme (DNUT 0.75%) and McDonald's (MCD 1.48%) to determine which food giant is the better buy.
Krispy Kreme is working to transform from a traditional doughnut shop into a global sweet-treat brand with high accessibility. McDonald's remains the world's leading fast-food chain, leveraging immense scale to maintain its market share. Both companies are navigating shifting consumer habits and supply chain pressures in the current economic environment.
The case for Krispy KremeKrispy Kreme operates a Hub and Spoke model, producing fresh doughnuts at larger shops and delivering them daily to thousands of grocery and retail locations. The company manages a critical distribution partnership with BakeMark USA, which handles supplies for most of North America. This strategy aims to maximize the brand's presence without the overhead of building full-service kitchens in every neighborhood.
In its 2025 fiscal year (FY), revenue reached $1.5 billion, representing a decline of 8.6% compared to the prior year. The company reported a net loss of $515.8 million during this period. The net margin, which reveals the percentage of revenue remaining after all costs, was -33.9%, reflecting a challenging year for the brand's bottom line among food stocks.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was 2.2x. This ratio measures total debt against shareholder equity, suggesting the company relies significantly on borrowed funds. The current ratio, which compares short-term assets to short-term liabilities, was 0.4x. Free cash flow, or the cash left after capital projects, was negative $64 million. Note that stock-based compensation (SBC) represented 37.9% of operating cash flow, which inflates reported cash generation since SBC is a non-cash expense added back in the cash flow statement.
The case for McDonald'sMcDonald's serves millions of customers daily across 114 countries, primarily through its network of over 45,000 restaurants. The business model leans heavily on franchisees, who operate the vast majority of these locations and pay royalties to the parent company. While its 70-year partnership with The Coca-Cola Company remains iconic, the company has recently explored new beverage options to keep its menu relevant.
For FY 2025, the company generated revenue of $26.9 billion, a growth of 3.7% over the previous year. Net income for the period was $8.6 billion. The net margin remained robust at 31.9%, indicating the company's ability to retain a significant portion of its sales as profit even while facing higher ingredient and labor costs.
On its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was -30.6x, indicating that total liabilities exceed shareholder equity. This is due to the company’s strategy of prioritizing returns to investors, using profits to fund stock buybacks, which artificially reduces shareholder equity. The current ratio, which shows the ability to cover immediate debts, was 1.0x. McDonald's generated significant free cash flow of $7.2 billion in FY 2025. This cash provides the company with ample resources to fund dividends, buy back shares, or invest in new digital ordering technologies.
Risk profile comparisonKrispy Kreme faces risks from cybersecurity vulnerabilities, following recent data breaches that led to legal settlements. The company also deals with supply chain concentration, as it depends on a single vendor for its glaze flavoring and a primary distributor for North America. High financial leverage and a dependency on third-party franchisees to execute its capital-light strategy add further complexity. Competition from other beverage and snack providers like Starbucks remains a constant pressure on its growth goals.
McDonald's is currently managing litigation risks, including class-action lawsuits regarding food safety and product claims. The company is also under scrutiny for labor practices and regulatory compliance involving teenage employees in certain markets. Potential volatility in its long-term supply alliances, particularly if foundational partnerships shift, could disrupt operations. Furthermore, the company faces intense competition from rivals such as Restaurant Brands International, who are aggressively pursuing value-oriented customers.
Valuation comparisonMcDonald's appears more attractively valued on an earnings basis, while Krispy Kreme trades at a much lower multiple of its annual sales.
MetricKrispy KremeMcDonald'sSector BenchmarkForward P/E35.8x20.7x288.6xP/S ratio0.4x7.1xn/aSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLP sector ETF. Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
Digging into Krispy Kreme and McDonald's reveals the better stock to buy is the latter. Krispy Kreme may look more attractive from a valuation perspective, given its much lower price-to-sales ratio, but there’s a reason why its sales multiple is so low.
Krispy Kreme had a partnership with McDonald's that ended in 2025, driving the donut company’s stock price down. Moreover, it amassed huge debt on its balance sheet. It exited its fiscal first quarter, ended March 29, with nearly $900 million in debt.
Krispy Kreme’s sales are in decline, since it decided to close unprofitable stores. This strategy helped it reduce costs, but it still resulted in a fiscal Q1 net loss of $22.7 million. The company is in turnaround mode as it works to strengthen its financial health.
McDonald's is a large, profitable business with rising sales. In the first quarter, it posted 9% year-over-year revenue growth to $6.5 billion. Its Q1 net income increased 6% year over year to nearly $2 billion. Given that McDonald's is the stronger operation, it’s a better investment than Krispy Kreme right now.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH - Free Report) closed at $19.73 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.39% move from the prior day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the cruise operator had lost 4.28% in the past month. In that same time, the Consumer Discretionary sector lost 1.13%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Norwegian Cruise Line in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.39, reflecting a 23.53% decrease from the same quarter last year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $2.63 billion, up 4.27% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $1.71 per share and revenue of $10.14 billion, indicating changes of -18.96% and +3.18%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Norwegian Cruise Line. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
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, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.57% higher within the past month. At present, Norwegian Cruise Line boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Investors should also note Norwegian Cruise Line's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 11.39. This denotes a discount relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 16.36.
It is also worth noting that NCLH currently has a PEG ratio of 1.07. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. As the market closed yesterday, the Leisure and Recreation Services industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.41.
The Leisure and Recreation Services industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 172, finds itself in the bottom 31% echelons of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our 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.
Be sure to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and many more, on Zacks.com.
PayPal Holdings (PYPL +17.26%), a global digital payments and wallet platform, closed at $55.52, up 17.20%. Reports of a $60.50 takeover offer from Stripe and Advent International drove the move, and investors are watching whether the bid advances. Trading volume reached 89.3M shares, coming in about 446% above its three-month average of 16.4M shares. PayPal Holdings IPO'd in 2015 and has grown 51% since going public.
How the markets moved todayS&P 500 (^GSPC +0.38%) closed at 7,571, up 0.36%, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +0.62%) ended at 26,269, up 0.62%. In digital payments and transaction processing, Visa (V 0.07%) closed at $355.14, down 0.25%, as PayPal outpaced sector rivals on takeover speculation.
What this means for investorsAfter months of M&A speculation, PayPal finally received a tangible buyout offer from payments peer Stripe and private equity firm Advent International. Despite today’s bump, PayPal is still 82% below its 2021 high, so it is not a slam dunk that shareholders will automatically accept the deal. Prediction market Polymarket currently has odds of 60% that Stripe will acquire all or part of PayPal.
As a longstanding PayPal shareholder, a potential deal is bittersweet, but it was quite clear that the company’s high-growth days were in the rearview mirror. Personally, I am not in a rush to sell my shares as PayPal remains a cash-generating machine trading at what I think is a deeply discounted valuation. However, if the deal falls through, PYPL stock could fall in tandem, so I certainly understand why some investors would cash in.
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A trio of companies is reportedly planning to buy one of the original digital payments companies, PayPal (PYPL +17.26%), in a deal valued at $53.4 billion, or $60.50 per share, according to Reuters.
PayPal stock rose over 17% on July 15.
Reuters reported that Stripe and Advent would jointly own PayPal under the proposed deal. CNBC reported that Block is also joining the group, with each planning to contribute $17 billion in equity.
The offer also reportedly includes about $50 billion in committed bank financing. As of this writing, PayPal’s board of directors had yet to respond to the offer.
Since soaring during the pandemic, PayPal stock has been absolutely crushed over the past five years, down more than 81%.
But the company could prove to be a compelling addition for Stripe or Block, with strong offerings like Venmo.
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A complementary payments businessPayPal has struggled since the pandemic, as grand growth expectations have yet to be realized, and competition has emerged from everywhere.
Apple Pay and Google Pay became very popular among consumers paying at checkout; companies like Stripe competed on the merchant side, and buy-now-pay-later solutions also became more competitive.
One reason PayPal would be attractive to companies like Stripe and Block is because of its consumer network, which is over 430 million consumer accounts strong.
Stripe and Block are big on the merchant side, so pairing the two could create a network where the two, particularly Stripe, could achieve better economics on each transaction, or have a better base for future initiatives like Stablecoins.
PayPal could also help Stripe accelerate its efforts on digital wallets, according to analysts at TD Cowen.
Additionally, Venmo, PayPal’s peer-to-peer (P2P) transfer solution that also offers debit and credit cards and can be used to pay at checkout, could prove to be the real prize for Stripe in driving its ambitions on the consumer front.
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PayPal has historically struggled to monetize Venmo as much as it would have liked, because P2P transfers are free. However, the platform has a great reputation and generates tremendous volume.
In the first quarter of 2026, PayPal noted that active account growth was largely driven by Venmo. Venmo has also experienced six consecutive quarters of double-digit percentage growth in total payment volume.
In a research note issued in February by Mizuho analysts Dan Dolev and Alexander Jenkins, who were speculating on a Stripe-PayPal tie-up at the time, the two called Venmo the “ultimate” P2P franchise.
Will the deal happen?While many aspects of PayPal, including Venmo, could make it attractive to acquirers, William Blair analyst Andrew Jeffrey is skeptical of the initial offer.
"We do not think PayPal's new CEO will likely embrace what could be viewed as a low-ball offer. If the current offer is an opening salvo, we could see Stripe and Advent go as high at $70 per share," Jeffrey wrote in a research note, according to Reuters.
So, this could just be the beginning of negotiations.
As I mentioned above, PayPal is one of the original payment companies, so the board is likely to hold some sentimental attachment.
They will likely want to ensure there is not a better strategic alternative, and at the very least, get an offer that reflects the company’s full value and pleases shareholders.
If you're looking for the next hot AI stock, you may want to give Qualcomm (QCOM 0.06%) a closer look. It has trailed most of the high-flying chipmakers with a measly 28% return over the past five years, but a financial turnaround is starting to take shape.
The stock's current valuation suggests it will continue to deliver uninspiring results, but recent press releases challenge that view.
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Qualcomm is positioning itself for a multiyear tailwind Although most of Qualcomm's revenue has historically come from smartphones, the company is expanding quickly into chips for AI data centers and humanoid robots. Qualcomm's wearables-specific Snapdragon ARI Gen 1 processor also powers Meta Platforms' smart glasses, which could become the next smartphone.
Any of those catalysts can reinvigorate the sleepy stock, which posted a 3% year-over-year revenue decline in its fiscal 2026 second quarter. While the mainstream demand for AI glasses and humanoid robots remains to be proven, data center chips continue to fly off the shelves.
These developments prompted Qualcomm to more than double its fiscal 2029 non-handset revenue target to $40 billion. That's slightly less than the company's $44 billion in fiscal 2025 revenue. However, non-handset revenue only made up $16.5 billion in total fiscal 2025 revenue.
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The valuation is extremely cheap If you compare Qualcomm to other AI chipmakers like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, it is extremely undervalued. The stock trades at a 20 P/E ratio and a 0.58 PEG ratio, both lower than those of the previously mentioned chipmakers.
Of course, Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices are both posting much higher revenue and net income growth rates. Qualcomm has been losing market share in recent quarters, as revenue and operating profits have declined.
Qualcomm's valuation makes sense if it continues to post its current numbers. Its handset business accounted for more than two-thirds of total revenue and was down 13% year over year.
That may change soon. Apple has been posting higher revenue growth rates in recent quarters, with new iPhone models doing the heavy lifting. Higher iPhone sales translate into more revenue for Qualcomm, but that's not where the compelling long-term opportunities reside.
The immediate story is how quickly Qualcomm can bring its AI chips to market. That's the path to meaningful revenue growth rates that can make Qualcomm's cheap valuation look dirt cheap. If Qualcomm does well with its AI chips, then it will have an easier path to expanding into humanoid robots. Its good positioning with Meta Platforms already makes it a favorite for AI glasses, assuming that industry takes off and becomes a mainstream success.
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Shopify (SHOP - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $123.55, moving -1.69% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
Shares of the cloud-based commerce company have appreciated by 10.99% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.53%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Shopify in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on August 5, 2026. On that day, Shopify is projected to report earnings of $0.39 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 11.43%. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $3.43 billion, indicating a 28.03% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.84 per share and a revenue of $14.71 billion, representing changes of +57.26% and +27.28%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Shopify. 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.
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In the context of valuation, Shopify is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 68.41. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 17.16.
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IBM stock plunged 25% yesterday after the company released a preliminary Q2 earnings warning ahead of its scheduled quarterly report on Wednesday, July 22.
Investors have focused closely on artificial intelligence (AI) stocks for the past few years. That's because these players have driven the performance of the S&P 500, extending this three-year-plus bull market. AI stocks have skyrocketed because investors see AI as the next game-changing technology, one that could transform how companies operate and send their earnings soaring.
Some have already delivered results, such as players that sell logic or memory chips, and companies that offer cloud services. They have been the early winners of the AI story. And investors have also bought shares of a wide range of companies that may benefit from AI down the road.
But in recent times, investors have become more hesitant about AI investing, with concerns about growth ahead. Against this backdrop, it's a good idea to look to technology companies for some clues.
International Business Machines Corp. (IBM 2.70%) shocked the market this week with a warning about its second-quarter profit. Let's consider what this warning tells us about the AI market right now and what it means for investors.
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The AI story so far So first, a quick note on the AI story so far. In the early stages of the boom, customers rushed to get in on logic chips such as graphics processing units (GPUs) for the training of large language models. This helped boost the earnings of market leader Nvidia, as well as rivals including Advanced Micro Devices and Broadcom.
And cloud players, such as Amazon's Amazon Web Services, have also gained as they offer customers access to chips and other AI products and services.
But as the AI story evolves, other companies also will see significant growth opportunities, and the latest to explode higher have been those offering memory and storage. As AI is applied to real-world problems through AI agents, the need for these elements is greatly increasing. Meanwhile, the huge demand for memory has produced tight supply and rising prices -- all of this has resulted in a surge in revenue and stock performance for companies such as SK Hynix, Micron Technology, and Sandisk.
IBM's message Now, let's consider the message from IBM. The technology giant, with businesses in hardware, software, and consulting, released preliminary second-quarter earnings -- and they missed expectations. IBM reported adjusted earnings per share of $2.93 and revenue of $17.2 billion. That's compared to analysts' estimates for $3.01 in EPS and revenue of $17.8 billion, CNBC reported, citing FactSet.
The reason? Customers favored spending on memory, servers, and storage amid tight supply and ahead of price increases, IBM said. As a result, IBM was unable to close a number of large deals according to the expected timeline, and this weighed on earnings.
What does this tell us about the AI market right now? First, it's important to note that this doesn't necessarily signal a long-term problem for companies such as IBM. This situation may be temporary, and customers' capital spending is likely to shift back to IBM and others in the space as memory supply and prices stabilize, or potentially even earlier.
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A broad range of products and services So this tells us that the AI market may benefit certain players at specific moments -- for example, today, the big winners are memory companies. But over time, a broad range of AI and general tech products and services is needed -- so trends like the one we're seeing now may not drastically change the outlook for a company such as IBM or others that might find themselves in a similar situation.
It will be important to see how long such periods last and how companies affected manage the headwinds and adjust their strategies. Though some investors may worry about the future of software as AI's uses multiply, giants like IBM or Microsoft may show resilience. These companies operate a wide range of businesses and have integrated AI into their software and processes -- so they may benefit from AI advancements.
What does all of this mean for investors? It's important to remember that there will be moments when GPU companies will benefit the most or memory players will stand out -- performance may ebb and flow.
But investors shouldn't rush to unload their current AI stocks and hop on the latest trend. Instead, it's a great idea to monitor how the market evolves and invest in a variety of potential AI winners, as together, over time, their products and services should deliver growth -- and that could help you score a long-term win in the AI market.
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Phillips 66 (PSX - Free Report) closed at $196.16 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.63% move from the prior day. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.38%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.29%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.62%.
Heading into today, shares of the oil refiner had gained 17.12% over the past month, outpacing the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 1.03% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Phillips 66 in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on August 5, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $7.44, showcasing a 212.61% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $36.12 billion, showing a 7.76% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $19.84 per share and revenue of $146.24 billion, which would represent changes of +208.07% and +7.09%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Phillips 66. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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Looking at its valuation, Phillips 66 is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 10.15. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 9.41, which means Phillips 66 is trading at a premium to the group.
Investors should also note that PSX has a PEG ratio of 0.26 right now. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. Oil and Gas - Refining and Marketing stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 0.37 based on yesterday's closing prices.
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In the latest close session, Caterpillar (CAT - Free Report) was down 2.04% at $914.30. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
The construction equipment company's stock has dropped by 1.28% in the past month, falling short of the Industrial Products sector's gain of 0.99% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The upcoming earnings release of Caterpillar will be of great interest to investors. In that report, analysts expect Caterpillar to post earnings of $6.25 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 32.42%. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $19.31 billion, showing a 16.56% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $24.85 per share and a revenue of $77.08 billion, representing changes of +30.38% and +14.04%, respectively, from the prior year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Caterpillar. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
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The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.91% higher within the past month. Caterpillar is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Caterpillar is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 37.57. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 15.41.
Also, we should mention that CAT has a PEG ratio of 1.83. 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. The Manufacturing - Construction and Mining industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.62 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Manufacturing - Construction and Mining industry is part of the Industrial Products sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 185, placing it within the bottom 25% of over 250 industries.
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In the latest close session, Gold.com (GOLD - Free Report) was up +1.25% at $39.56. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the precious metals trading company had lost 10.66% in the past month. In that same time, the Finance sector gained 3.3%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Gold.com in its upcoming release. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.96, signifying a 26.32% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $7.76 billion, up 209.04% from the prior-year quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $5.31 per share and revenue of $28.27 billion, indicating changes of +144.7% and +157.52%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Goldcom. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
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Digging into valuation, Gold.com currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 10.76. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 11.03.
The Financial - Miscellaneous Services industry is part of the Finance sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 162, this industry ranks in the bottom 35% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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Baidu Inc. (BIDU - Free Report) closed at $111.48 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.59% move from the prior day. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.62%.
The stock of web search company has fallen by 2.65% in the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.53% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Baidu Inc. in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $2.13, showcasing a 12.11% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $4.87 billion, showing a 6.56% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $8.22 per share and revenue of $20.09 billion, indicating changes of +7.59% and +11%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Baidu Inc. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
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With respect to valuation, Baidu Inc. is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 13.35. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 17.16.
Meanwhile, BIDU's PEG ratio is currently 1.55. 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. The Internet - Services was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.55 at yesterday's closing price.
The Internet - Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 94, positioning it in the top 39% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest close session, Dow Inc. (DOW - Free Report) was down 2.01% at $29.70. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.29%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.62%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the materials science had lost 8.04% lagged the Basic Materials sector's loss of 6.47% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Dow Inc. in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 23, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $1.2, signifying a 385.71% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $12.01 billion, showing a 18.82% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $2.78 per share and a revenue of $44.27 billion, signifying shifts of +395.74% and +10.76%, respectively, from the last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Dow Inc. should also be noted by investors. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
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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 shifted 6.53% upward. Dow Inc. is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, Dow Inc. is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 10.89. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 16.03 of its industry.
We can additionally observe that DOW currently boasts a PEG ratio of 0.2. 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. The average PEG ratio for the Chemical - Diversified industry stood at 1.25 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Chemical - Diversified industry is part of the Basic Materials sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 162, finds itself in the bottom 35% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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Snowflake Inc. (SNOW - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $271.87, demonstrating a -1.47% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had gained 15.78% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector lost 0.53%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Snowflake Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.45, up 28.57% from the prior-year quarter. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $1.47 billion, indicating a 28.39% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $1.96 per share and a revenue of $6.07 billion, signifying shifts of +56.8% and +29.56%, respectively, from the last year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Snowflake Inc. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. 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, 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 2.11% higher. Currently, Snowflake Inc. is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, Snowflake Inc. is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 140.95. This signifies a premium in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 19.89 for its industry.
Investors should also note that SNOW has a PEG ratio of 5.35 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. SNOW's industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.06 as of yesterday's close.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, finds itself in the top 38% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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First Solar (FSLR - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $223.82, demonstrating a +1.47% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the largest U.S. solar company had lost 16.56% in the past month. In that same time, the Oils-Energy sector lost 1.03%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
The upcoming earnings release of First Solar will be of great interest to investors. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $2.74, showcasing a 13.84% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $1.06 billion, down 3.31% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $17.61 per share and revenue of $5.1 billion, which would represent changes of +23.93% and -2.21%, respectively, from the prior year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for First Solar should also be noted by investors. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. 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.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.05% lower. As of now, First Solar holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that First Solar has a Forward P/E ratio of 12.53 right now. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 21.44.
We can additionally observe that FSLR currently boasts a PEG ratio of 0.49. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Solar industry held an average PEG ratio of 0.93.
The Solar industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 59, putting it in the top 24% of all 250+ industries.
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Kraft Heinz (KHC - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $25.48, moving +1.59% from the previous trading session. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the processed food company with dual headquarters in Pittsburgh and Chicago had gained 5.38% in the past month. In that same time, the Consumer Staples sector lost 1.99%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Kraft Heinz in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on August 5, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.53, signifying a 23.19% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $6.14 billion, down 3.37% from the prior-year quarter.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.07 per share and a revenue of $24.43 billion, representing changes of -20.38% and -2.04%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Kraft Heinz. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
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Looking at its valuation, Kraft Heinz is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 12.13. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 13.07.
The Food - Miscellaneous industry is part of the Consumer Staples sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 201, which puts it in the bottom 19% of all 250+ industries.
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Unity Software Inc. (U - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $31.27, demonstrating a -1.51% change from the preceding day's closing price. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.29%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had gained 13.15% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector lost 0.53%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Unity Software Inc. in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on August 6, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.24, marking a 192.31% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $510.89 million, up 15.86% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $1.03 per share and a revenue of $2.11 billion, demonstrating changes of +19.77% and +14.14%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Unity Software Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable 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. Over the past month, there's been a 5.65% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. As of now, Unity Software Inc. holds a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Unity Software Inc. has a Forward P/E ratio of 30.73 right now. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 19.89 of its industry.
We can additionally observe that U currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.29. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. The average PEG ratio for the Internet - Software industry stood at 1.06 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, positioning it in the top 38% of all 250+ industries.
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PDD Holdings Inc. Sponsored ADR (PDD - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $85.74, demonstrating a +2.18% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.29%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.62%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the company had gained 2.84% outpaced the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.54% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of PDD Holdings Inc. Sponsored ADR in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is expected to report EPS of $2.85, down 7.47% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $17.13 billion, indicating a 18.04% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $10.37 per share and a revenue of $70.74 billion, signifying shifts of +0.1% and +16.67%, respectively, from the last year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for PDD Holdings Inc Sponsored ADR. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming 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, 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 shifted 2.19% downward. As of now, PDD Holdings Inc. Sponsored ADR holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, PDD Holdings Inc. Sponsored ADR is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 8.09. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 16.76.
It is also worth noting that PDD currently has a PEG ratio of 0.64. 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. The Internet - Commerce industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.04 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Internet - Commerce industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 107, putting it in the top 44% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, Occidental Petroleum (OXY - Free Report) closed at $53.77, marking a -1.47% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.62%.
Shares of the oil and gas exploration and production company have appreciated by 1.68% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 1.03%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Occidental Petroleum in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on August 5, 2026. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $1.94, reflecting a 397.44% increase from the same quarter last year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $7.22 billion, up 11.88% from the year-ago period.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $5.88 per share and a revenue of $25.57 billion, indicating changes of +166.06% and +0.5%, respectively, from the former year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Occidental Petroleum. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
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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, there's been a 1.53% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Currently, Occidental Petroleum is carrying a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
Looking at valuation, Occidental Petroleum is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 9.29. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 19.57.
The Oil and Gas - Integrated - United States industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 165, putting it in the bottom 33% of all 250+ industries.
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The logo of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is displayed at TSMC Museum of Innovation in Hsinchu, Taiwan April 9, 2026. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab
SummaryCompaniesTSMC benefitting more than other chip foundries from AI boomSecond-quarter revenue rose 36%Earnings call on Thursday at 0600 GMTTAIPEI, July 16 (Reuters) - TSMC, the world's largest manufacturer of advanced AI chips, is expected to notch a fifth consecutive quarter of record earnings on Thursday, with a 59% surge in net profit for April-June, driven by booming global demand for AI infrastructure.
Analysts said demand for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co's (TSMC) (2330.TW), opens new tab 3-nanometre and 2-nanometre process technologies for AI chips, as well as for its advanced chip packaging technology, CoWoS, remains strong.
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That has catapulted Asia's most valuable company, a key supplier to Nvidia (NVDA.O), opens new tab and Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab, to new heights. Its market capitalisation is now nearly double that of South Korean rival Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab at around $1.95 trillion.
TSMC is expected to report net profit of T$632.6 billion ($19.65 billion) for the second quarter, according to an LSEG SmartEstimate compiled from 18 analysts. SmartEstimates place greater weight on forecasts from analysts who are more consistently accurate.
An earnings call at which it will provide third-quarter and updated full-year guidance is scheduled for 0600 GMT.
Any result above T$572.5 billion would mark the company's highest-ever quarterly net income and its 10th consecutive quarter of profit growth.
On Monday, the company announced a 36% rise in second-quarter revenue, ahead of market forecasts and a record high.
Analysts broadly expect TSMC to raise its full-year revenue growth outlook and will be watching whether it also increases capital spending, a key indicator of management's confidence in the durability of AI demand.
On its last earnings call in April, the company said 2026 capital expenditure, opens new tab would be at the high end of its earlier guidance of $52 billion to $56 billion.
TSMC is investing $165 billion to build chip factories in the U.S. state of Arizona.
TSMC's Taipei-listed shares have gained 57.4% so far this year, in line with the broader market (.TWII), opens new tab.
Reporting by Wen-Yee Lee; Editing by Jacqueline Wong
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Ben joined Reuters as a company news reporter in Shanghai in 2003 before moving to Beijing in 2005 to cover Chinese politics and diplomacy. In 2019 Ben was appointed the Taiwan bureau chief covering everything from elections and entertainment to semiconductors.
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July 15 (Reuters) - Eli Lilly (LLY.N), opens new tab is in talks to acquire psychedelic drugmaker AtaiBeckley (ATAI.O), opens new tab, and a deal could be announced as soon as this week, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Eli Lilly and AtaiBeckley were not immediately available for comment outside regular business hours.
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Rio Tinto Ltd (LSE:RIO, ASX:RIO, OTC:RTNTF)'s Pilbara iron ore unit posted its strongest first-half production since 2018, beating consensus estimates alongside stronger shipment volumes, as the miner reiterated full-year guidance across all segments.
Second-quarter production beat expectations in both Pilbara output and shipment volumes, while the rest of Rio's major operating assets came in line with consensus.
Jefferies reiterated a Hold rating on Rio, citing relative valuation and a preference for miners with more direct copper leverage.
"While mostly an uneventful report from Rio, the quarter-over-quarter rebound in volumes at certain assets in Q2 is encouraging," Jefferies analysts wrote.
Cash generation in the first half was impacted by roughly $1.6 billion in tax and working capital outflows, the brokerage noted.
Pilbara shipment volumes rose 18% quarter-on-quarter as the company shipped excess production from the first quarter that had previously been constrained by extreme weather. Rio's SP10 classification volumes fell to 8% of sales, down from around 12% in recent quarters.
Rising diesel costs pushed first-half unit costs up about $0.8 per tonne year-on-year, though Jefferies noted full-year cash cost guidance in the Pilbara remains unchanged.
Iron Ore Company of Canada production and shipment volumes declined both sequentially and year-on-year due to lower concentrator feed and an ongoing ore dumper replacement project. Full-year guidance for the operation is subject to the impact of recent forest fires in Canada.
At Simandou, production increased quarter-on-quarter following a phased restart after a fatality in the first quarter. Ore is expected to be delivered through permanent crushing facilities in the second half.
Total copper production fell 7% both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter, and was largely flat year-on-year for the first half. Refined production at Escondida rose significantly on Full Sal output, while concentrate production declined on anticipated lower ore grades.
At Kennecott, cathode production declined materially due to mine sequencing adjustments tied to maintenance plans. Oyu Tolgoi production was also lower quarter-on-quarter because of a planned shutdown, though grades came in higher than anticipated and guidance for the asset's ramp-up is unchanged.
Jefferies said unit cost guidance in copper was reduced to $0.30-$0.50 per pound from a prior range of $0.65-$0.75 per pound, reflecting higher gold prices and operational improvement initiatives.
Aluminum production was comparable to prior periods, as ramp-ups at select smelters offset the closure of the Arvida smelter. Alumina volumes were in line with expectations, while bauxite production rose 14% quarter-on-quarter following the impact of Cyclone Narelle in the first quarter.
Lithium carbonate equivalent volumes increased 15% sequentially, benefiting from reduced rainfall compared with first-quarter levels and from asset ramp-ups that remain on schedule.
In the latest trading session, General Dynamics (GD - Free Report) closed at $365.63, marking a -1.05% move from the previous day. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.38%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.29%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.62%.
Heading into today, shares of the defense contractor had gained 1.48% over the past month, outpacing the Aerospace sector's loss of 2.35% and lagging the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The upcoming earnings release of General Dynamics will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on July 29, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $3.94, showcasing a 5.35% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $13.45 billion, showing a 3.17% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $16.6 per share and a revenue of $55.02 billion, demonstrating changes of +7.37% and +4.69%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for General Dynamics. 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, 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, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.16% upward. Currently, General Dynamics is carrying a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
Investors should also note General Dynamics's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 22.26. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 22.32.
Meanwhile, GD's PEG ratio is currently 2.23. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. GD's industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.56 as of yesterday's close.
The Aerospace - Defense industry is part of the Aerospace sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 101, this industry ranks in the top 42% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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Autodesk (ADSK - Free Report) closed at $208.98 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.49% move from the prior day. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
The design software company's shares have seen an increase of 2.25% over the last month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.53% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Autodesk in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $3.12, up 19.08% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $2.01 billion, reflecting a 13.96% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
ADSK's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $12.58 per share and revenue of $8.19 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +20.61% and +13.65%, respectively.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Autodesk. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. 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. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.01% increase. Autodesk is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
From a valuation perspective, Autodesk is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 16.37. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 19.89 of its industry.
Meanwhile, ADSK's PEG ratio is currently 0.97. 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 the market closed yesterday, the Internet - Software industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.06.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, positioning it in the top 38% of all 250+ industries.
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The pitch is a 78% yield on a crypto-exchange proxy. The reality is that a fund charging you monthly for the privilege of capping your own upside has quietly turned a bet on Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN | COIN Price Prediction) into a slow leak. YieldMax COIN Option Income Strategy ETF (NYSEARCA:CONY) shareholders got most of Coinbase’s downside and almost none of the recoveries. Then they paid tax on their own principal coming back as “income.”
What You’re Actually Paying CONY’s expense ratio is not disclosed in the April 30, 2026 NPORT filing, an unusual gap for a fund with $397 million in net assets. That is only the sticker cost. The structural cost dwarfs it.
Look at the last twelve months. CONY fell 56.25% from July 2025 to July 2026. Coinbase itself fell 59.10% over the same window. Investors who bought CONY for “income with less risk” got almost the entire drawdown and gave away the upside on every rally in exchange. On a $10,000 position held for that year, the price value collapsed to roughly $4,375. The distributions cushioned that, but a large share of those distributions was your own capital handed back to you.
The Part the Factsheet Doesn’t Highlight CONY holds Treasury Bills at 91.60% of net assets plus a set of paired long and short call options on COIN. The matching unit counts on the long and short legs (10,940, 10,055, 5,530, 4,555, 1,000) confirm a synthetic covered call. The short calls collect premium. They also cap gains at the strike. When COIN rips higher, you keep the premium and forfeit the rally.
Now look at the distribution history. In April 2024, CONY paid $2.7944 in a single distribution. By late November 2025 the payments had collapsed to $0.0635 and $0.0656. The 2026 schedule is a weekly drip in the $0.22 to $0.56 range. Trailing twelve-month distributions total $15.3524 on a share price of $19.46. A payout that size relative to price is a red flag for return of capital, which is not free money. It reduces your cost basis and defers a tax bill rather than eliminating it. Meanwhile the NAV bleeds visibly: shares opened 2026 at $27.92 and traded at $19.63 by July 10, a 27.02% year-to-date decline.
Options premium is also taxed less kindly than qualified dividends. For a taxable account, the ordinary-income treatment on the option-derived portion, combined with the ROC erosion of basis, is a two-sided tax drag the fund’s yield headline never mentions.
The Cheaper Mirror If the goal is Coinbase exposure, the cheaper mirror is Coinbase. Direct shares of COIN carry no fund fee, no capped upside, and no synthetic option overlay siphoning off rallies. Over the past year the price outcomes were close (CONY down 56.25% versus COIN down 59.10%), but on any strong up move CONY’s short calls will hand the gains back. Investors who want crypto-linked income with lower structural cost can pair a direct COIN position with their own covered calls at strikes they choose, or use a broad, lower-cost crypto equity fund and generate income from Treasuries directly. The T-bill sleeve inside CONY is something you can already own for a few basis points.
What This Means for You CONY clearly pays. The real question is what it pays with. If a big share of your monthly check is your own principal returning in a higher-tax wrapper, and the fund’s design guarantees you miss the upside that would replace that principal, ask what you are actually renting for the fee you cannot see on the factsheet.
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Remote-First-Company/ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Coinbase Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “Coinbase”) announced today that it will publish its second quarter 2026 financial results and related materials on its Investor Relations website at investor.coinbase.com on Thursday, July 30, 2026, after market close.
The Company will hold a live question & answer session on X at 2:00 p.m. PT that same day. The event will also be live streamed on YouTube. Following the Q&A session, a replay and transcript will be available on the Investor Relations website.
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About Coinbase
Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) is on a mission to increase economic freedom in the world. The most trusted crypto platform, Coinbase stores more digital assets than any other company and is building the everything exchange — one place to access crypto, equities, derivatives, prediction markets, and more. Coinbase serves consumers through its suite of financial apps, institutions through Coinbase Prime, and developers through the Coinbase Developer Platform. Every experience runs on Coinbase's full-stack platform powering the future of finance: secure custody, deep exchange liquidity, stablecoin infrastructure, and global settlement rails — all built on a decade-plus foundation of security and compliance.
Snap (SNAP - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $4.76, demonstrating a +1.71% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.29%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.62%.
Shares of the company behind Snapchat witnessed a loss of 9.3% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 0.53%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The upcoming earnings release of Snap will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on August 3, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.07, marking a 800% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $1.53 billion, indicating a 13.97% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $0.6 per share and revenue of $6.7 billion, indicating changes of +81.82% and +12.89%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Snap. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, 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 13.82% fall in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Currently, Snap is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, Snap is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 7.86. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 19.89.
We can additionally observe that SNAP currently boasts a PEG ratio of 0.15. 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. The Internet - Software was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.06 at yesterday's closing price.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, placing it within the top 38% of over 250 industries.
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Nucor (NUE - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $236.87, moving +1.16% from the previous trading session. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
The steel company's shares have seen a decrease of 9.62% over the last month, not keeping up with the Basic Materials sector's loss of 6.47% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Nucor in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on July 27, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $4.63, marking a 78.08% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $9.87 billion, indicating a 16.71% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $17.68 per share and a revenue of $38.34 billion, indicating changes of +129.31% and +17.99%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Nucor. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, 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, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 7.59% upward. At present, Nucor boasts a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
Investors should also note Nucor's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 13.24. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 13.24, which means Nucor is trading at no noticeable deviation to the group.
One should further note that NUE currently holds a PEG ratio of 0.53. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. NUE's industry had an average PEG ratio of 0.42 as of yesterday's close.
The Steel - Producers industry is part of the Basic Materials sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 72, which puts it in the top 30% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest close session, HP (HPQ - Free Report) was down 3.57% at $23.75. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.29%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.62%.
Coming into today, shares of the personal computer and printer maker had gained 1.4% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector lost 0.53%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of HP in its upcoming release. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.66, marking a 12% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $14.62 billion, showing a 4.91% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $2.98 per share and revenue of $58.27 billion, indicating changes of -4.49% and +5.39%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for HP. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. 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 remained stagnant within the past month. HP is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at its valuation, HP is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 8.27. This denotes a discount relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 24.37.
It's also important to note that HPQ currently trades at a PEG ratio of 4.16. 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. The average PEG ratio for the Computer - Micro Computers industry stood at 2.74 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Computer - Micro Computers industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 19, putting it in the top 8% of all 250+ industries.
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CrowdStrike Holdings (CRWD - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $206.77, moving -1.88% from the previous trading session. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.29%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.62%.
Shares of the cloud-based security company have appreciated by 24.05% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.53%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of CrowdStrike Holdings in its upcoming release. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.29, marking a 26.09% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.44 billion, reflecting a 23.19% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $1.23 per share and a revenue of $5.94 billion, indicating changes of +32.26% and +23.49%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for CrowdStrike Holdings. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. 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, 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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 1.88% higher within the past month. CrowdStrike Holdings presently features a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
In terms of valuation, CrowdStrike Holdings is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 170.86. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 52.91 of its industry.
Investors should also note that CRWD has a PEG ratio of 6.16 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Security industry held an average PEG ratio of 3.27.
The Security industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 46, finds itself in the top 19% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest close session, Allstate (ALL - Free Report) was down 4.34% at $239.48. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.29%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.62%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the insurer had gained 12.22% outpaced the Finance sector's gain of 3.3% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Allstate in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on August 5, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $4.92, signifying a 17.17% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $17.73 billion, up 5.66% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $29.99 per share and revenue of $71.42 billion, indicating changes of -13.9% and +5.26%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Allstate. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 1.89% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Currently, Allstate is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Investors should also note Allstate's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 8.35. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 11.85, which means Allstate is trading at a discount to the group.
We can additionally observe that ALL currently boasts a PEG ratio of 0.44. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The average PEG ratio for the Insurance - Property and Casualty industry stood at 3 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Insurance - Property and Casualty industry is part of the Finance sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 104, finds itself in the top 43% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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Li Auto Inc. Sponsored ADR (LI - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $12.73, moving +2.09% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.29%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.62%.
Shares of the company witnessed a loss of 11.18% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector with its loss of 1.97%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Li Auto Inc. Sponsored ADR in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at -$0.01, signifying a 107.14% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $3.73 billion, down 11.77% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of -$0.07 per share and a revenue of $18.61 billion, demonstrating changes of -146.67% and +18.16%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Li Auto Inc Sponsored ADR. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. 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. 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, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 4.88% lower within the past month. Li Auto Inc. Sponsored ADR currently has a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
The Automotive - Foreign industry is part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 193, which puts it in the bottom 22% of all 250+ industries.
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ATLANTA, July 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holzer & Holzer, LLC is investigating whether Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) complied with federal securities laws. On July 14, 2026, Pentair announced its preliminary earnings for the second quarter of 2026 and provided revised guidance for the full year 2026, revealing that sales were “expected to be approximately $930 million, down 17 percent versus previous guide of up approximately 1 percent primarily due to the adverse impact of Pool channel inventory.” The price of the Company’s stock dropped following this news.
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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces an investigation of Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) on behalf of investors concerning the Company's possible violations of federal securities laws.IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON PENTAIR PLC (PNR), CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING A CLAIM TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS.What Is The Investigation About?On July 15, 2026, Pentair released certain second quarter 2026 financial results, disclos.
In the latest close session, Devon Energy (DVN - Free Report) was down 1.08% at $42.93. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.29%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.62%.
The oil and gas exploration company's stock has climbed by 1.19% in the past month, exceeding the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 1.03% and lagging the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Devon Energy in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on August 4, 2026. In that report, analysts expect Devon Energy to post earnings of $1.34 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 59.52%. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $6.36 billion, reflecting a 48.54% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $4.71 per share and a revenue of $24.43 billion, indicating changes of +20.15% and +42.16%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Devon Energy. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
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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. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 3.31% downward. Right now, Devon Energy possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Devon Energy has a Forward P/E ratio of 9.21 right now. This denotes a discount relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 9.97.
The Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 214, this industry ranks in the bottom 14% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) between February 25, 2026 and April 13, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 28, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.
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DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) a supplier quality issue had significantly disrupted deliveries of the Lucid Gravity; (2) the foregoing was likely to, and did, have a material negative impact on Lucid's business and financial results; (3) accordingly, the defendants had overstated the purported enhancements to Lucid's manufacturing and delivery capabilities and overall operations; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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Lucid Group (LCID +28.79%), a luxury electric vehicle design and manufacturing company, closed at $5.95, up 28.79%. The stock moved after Lucid rejected bankruptcy and take-private rumors. Investors will be watching the company’s liquidity closely over the coming quarters. Trading volume reached 55.6M shares, coming in about 169% above its three-month average of 20.7M shares. Lucid Group IPO'd in 2020 and has fallen 94% since going public.
How the markets moved todayThe S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.38%) rose 0.36% to 7,571, and the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +0.62%) gained 0.62% to 26,269. In luxury electric vehicle design, manufacturing, and technology, Tesla (TSLA 0.48%) closed at $394.46, down 0.43%, while Rivian Automotive (RIVN +1.63%) finished at $17.80, up 1.71%, offering a mixed read on EV sentiment.
What this means for investorsOne day after EV maker Lucid saw its shares briefly cut in half amid bankruptcy and take-private rumors, the company’s shares rallied 28% to finish higher than they were just two days ago. Lucid’s CEO Silvio Napolia responded to yesterday’s rumors, stating:
Lucid is not considering bankruptcy or a transaction to take the company private. Those reports are false. The Board did not explore either scenario… Lucid has sufficient liquidity to fund its operations well into next year.While the abrupt turnaround in the stock’s price might seem like the market agrees, it could also be a classic case of a “dead cat bounce,” where short-sellers covered their positions following yesterday’s dramatic decline.
Regardless of which narrative is right, Lucid still has plenty of work ahead to rein in its cash burn and avoid potential debt problems down the road.
Western Digital (WDC - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $513.84, moving -8.78% from the previous trading session. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.29%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.62%.
Heading into today, shares of the maker of hard drives for businesses and personal computers had lost 17.29% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.53% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Western Digital in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on August 5, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $3.34, showcasing a 101.2% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $3.7 billion, showing a 42.21% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $10.06 per share and a revenue of $12.88 billion, indicating changes of +104.06% and -3.02%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Western Digital. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
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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. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 2.38% higher. Right now, Western Digital possesses a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
Looking at valuation, Western Digital is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 30.22. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 15.77.
The Computer- Storage Devices industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 24, positioning it in the top 10% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD - Free Report) closed at $115.54, marking a +1.84% move from the previous day. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.29%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.62%.
Shares of the company have appreciated by 17.31% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Finance sector's gain of 3.3%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Robinhood Markets, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 29, 2026. In that report, analysts expect Robinhood Markets, Inc. to post earnings of $0.4 per share. This would mark a year-over-year decline of 4.76%. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $1.23 billion, indicating a 23.89% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $1.88 per share and a revenue of $5.01 billion, indicating changes of -8.29% and +12.07%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Robinhood Markets, Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming 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.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 3.55% higher. Robinhood Markets, Inc. is holding a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) right now.
From a valuation perspective, Robinhood Markets, Inc. is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 60.42. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 14.31.
It is also worth noting that HOOD currently has a PEG ratio of 2.38. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. Financial - Investment Bank stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.05 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Financial - Investment Bank industry is part of the Finance sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 53, putting it in the top 22% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in 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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Zscaler (ZS - Free Report) closed at $148.19 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.56% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.29%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.62%.
Heading into today, shares of the cloud-based information security provider had gained 19.54% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.53% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.61%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Zscaler in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $1.09, reflecting a 22.47% increase from the same quarter last year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $877.19 million, up 21.96% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $4.14 per share and revenue of $3.33 billion, which would represent changes of +26.22% and +24.57%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Zscaler. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To 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, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 9.1% higher. Right now, Zscaler possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Zscaler is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 36.77. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 52.91.
Meanwhile, ZS's PEG ratio is currently 2.51. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Security industry held an average PEG ratio of 3.27.
The Security industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 46, which puts it in the top 19% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our 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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BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aqua Pennsylvania announced it was awarded $74.3 million in a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). The funding will support several PFAS treatment projects, including at the Neshaminy Water Treatment Plant in Bucks County. This latest round of PENNVEST loans also marks a significant milestone in Aqua's mission to seek out alternative funding sources. Since 2021,.
