While many artificial intelligence (AI) stocks are outperforming the broader market right now, not every name in this space has been a winner. SoundHound AI (SOUN +3.08%) stock is down 37% this year, and it recenty was trading 68% below its 2024 record high.
SoundHound AI is a leading developer of conversational AI software, which is currently used by some of the world's biggest brands across industries such as automotive manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, and more.
Investors have trimmed their exposure to its stock because of its sky-high valuation, but it's starting to look attractive after its recent losses. Is it time to buy the dip?
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SoundHound is rapidly expanding SoundHound developed a series of in-house conversational AI software products. They include Dynamic Drive-Thru and Dynamic Kiosk for quick-service restaurants, which autonomously take customer orders so employees can focus on other tasks. Then there is the Voice AI platform, which allows car brands to install highly intuitive voice-activated AI experiences into their vehicles.
But SoundHound also expanded over the last few years by acquiring other companies. It bought rival conversational AI company Amelia in 2024, and it recently launched the Amelia 7 platform, which businesses can use to build custom AI agents to serve customers or help employees streamline their workflows. Resorts World Las Vegas uses Amelia to autonomously handle more than half of its incoming customer calls, freeing up employees to provide guests with high-touch luxury experiences.
In April of this year, SoundHound announced plans to acquire LivePerson, which built an AI-powered digital engagement platform that processes message conversations on behalf of businesses and their customers. It powers more than 1 billion messages per month across websites, social media, and chat applications, saving valuable time that would otherwise be spent managing phone calls or email correspondence.
SoundHound's revenue growth is fast, but slowing SoundHound's revenue soared by 52% year over year during the first quarter of 2026, to come in at a record $44.2 million. While that sounds like a spectacular result, the company's revenue grew at a much faster pace of 151% during the same quarter of 2025. Some investors might be concerned about the apparent loss of momentum, which is one reason for the steep decline in SoundHound stock.
However, the recent acquisition of LivePerson is about to provide a temporary boost to SoundHound's financial results. Management estimates the company's annual revenue will come in somewhere between $225 million and $260 million in 2026, but that number could grow to $400 million in 2027 once LivePerson's revenue is included. Management says there could be as much as $100 million in potential upside, depending on operational performance.
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While that is great news, investors also have to keep an eye on SoundHound's mounting losses, because scaling an AI business isn't cheap. During the first quarter, the company suffered a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) net loss of $25 million and an adjusted net loss of $26.5 million. Both figures worsened from the same quarter last year.
SoundHound had $216 million in cash and cash equivalents on hand as of March 31, so it can afford to lose money at the current pace for at least the next year or so. But if it isn't profitable by then, it might have to raise more money, diluting existing shareholders and hurting their future potential returns.
SoundHound stock isn't cheap just yet, but it's getting there SoundHound had a price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of around 100 when its stock peaked in late 2024, which made it extremely expensive. For some context, the Nasdaq-100 technology index currently trades at a P/S ratio of just 6.4.
But the combination of SoundHound's revenue growth and the 68% decline in its stock has pushed its P/S ratio down to a more reasonable level of around 15.
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SoundHound isn't necessarily cheap just yet, but if we assume the company will generate $400 million in revenue next year, as management expects, then its forward P/S ratio is just 7.2. That is quite attractive given how fast SoundHound is expanding. Plus, AI software is likely to touch every industry in the future, so the company could have an enormous addressable market.
Nevertheless, SoundHound is still in the early stages of commercializing its product portfolio, so investors who buy its stock today should maintain a five-year time horizon to smooth out any potential volatility and maximize their chances of earning a positive return. It's also a good idea to keep a small position, just in case this opportunity doesn't work out.
Sweetgreen, Inc. (SG - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $7.09, demonstrating a -14.27% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.02%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.9%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had lost 6.66% in the past month. In that same time, the Retail-Wholesale sector gained 0.77%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Sweetgreen, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on August 6, 2026. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be -$0.13, reflecting a 35% increase from the same quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $193.39 million, reflecting a 4.21% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
SG's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $0.62 per share and revenue of $708.46 million. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +154.39% and +4.27%, respectively.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Sweetgreen, Inc. 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.
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.
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. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Sweetgreen, Inc. presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, Sweetgreen, Inc. is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 13.27. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 20.71 of its industry.
Investors should also note that SG has a PEG ratio of 1.08 right now. 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 Retail - Restaurants industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.97 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Retail - Restaurants industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 190, placing it within the bottom 23% of over 250 industries.
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As businesses integrate artificial intelligence to manage customer interactions, choosing between NICE (NICE 1.10%) and Twilio (TWLO 0.05%) depends on whether you prefer established profitability or higher revenue growth potential.
NICE focuses on comprehensive customer experience software and financial compliance, while Twilio provides the developer tools that power modern digital communications. Both compete for dominance as enterprises seek to automate and personalize every digital touchpoint.
The case for NICENICE provides cloud-based software that uses artificial intelligence to help companies manage customer engagement and prevent financial crime. It is a prominent player among tech stocks, serving clients in over 150 countries. Because its platform handles sensitive digital interactions and compliance, it builds deep relationships with large enterprise clients.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $2.9 billion, representing a growth rate of roughly 7.7% compared to the previous year. The company also reported net income of approximately $612.1 million, achieving a healthy net margin of close to 20.8%. Net margin measures how much profit a company keeps for every dollar of sales.
NICE maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.0x, which compares its total debt to shareholder equity, and a current ratio of 1.6x as of its December 2025 balance sheet. It generated free cash flow of roughly $622.8 million. Note that stock-based compensation represented roughly 20% 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 TwilioTwilio provides a programmable platform that allows developers to build messaging, voice, and email capabilities into their own applications. It relies on a "Super Network" of global communications and utilizes Amazon for its cloud infrastructure. With over 402,000 active customer accounts, it serves everyone from small startups to massive global enterprises.
In FY 2025, revenue grew by roughly 14% to reach nearly $5.1 billion. While it previously struggled with losses, the company achieved a net income of approximately $33.8 million, resulting in a thin net margin of close to 0.7%. Net margin measures how much profit a company keeps for every dollar of sales.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the company maintains a current ratio of roughly 4.0x and a debt-to-equity ratio of nearly 0.1x. It generated free cash flow of approximately $1.0 billion. Note that stock-based compensation represented roughly 60% of operating cash flow, which inflates reported cash generation since SBC is a non-cash expense added back in the cash flow statement.
Risk profile comparisonNICE faces significant competition from other customer experience and automation providers. Because its software often handles high-stakes financial crime detection, any cybersecurity failure or data breach could lead to severe reputational damage. Additionally, as more companies adopt artificial intelligence, NICE must continuously innovate to prevent its specialized tools from being commoditized by broader tech giants like Microsoft.
Twilio faces risks from its heavy reliance on Amazon for the infrastructure required to host its platform. If service costs rise or outages occur, Twilio's operations could suffer significantly. The company also faces intense competition from Salesforce, along with evolving global regulations regarding telecommunications and data privacy that could increase operating costs.
Valuation comparisonNICE appears to be the more conservatively valued option based on its low Forward P/E and P/S ratio. These metrics compare price to future earnings estimates and annual revenue.
MetricNICETwilioSector BenchmarkForward P/E9.0x38.3x357.9xP/S ratio2.0x6.5xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLK sector ETF.
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I'd go with NICE. Twilio's momentum in 2026 has been easy to get excited about, as its voice channel revenue has been accelerating for several consecutive quarters and the company is leaning into AI in ways that are starting to resonate with enterprise customers. The growth headline looks impressive.
But dig a little deeper and the picture gets murkier. A meaningful chunk of Twilio's reported revenue growth comes from carrier pass-through fees that don't add anything to gross profit. Strip those out, and the underlying organic growth rate is considerably more modest. The voice AI story is also still a relatively small piece of a business that remains largely dependent on lower-margin SMS messaging.
NICE, by contrast, is a profitable, well-run business with a decade of consistent execution behind it. Its cloud revenue is growing at a healthy pace, and its AI capabilities in customer experience are already embedded in enterprise workflows at scale.
When the growth story at Twilio turns out to be less robust than the headline suggests, I think NICE's steady profitability and proven cloud momentum become a lot more attractive.
Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH - Free Report) closed at $63.56 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.91% move from the prior day. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.02%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.9%.
The stock of defense contractor has fallen by 13.08% in the past month, lagging the Business Services sector's gain of 3.64% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Booz Allen Hamilton in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 24, 2026. In that report, analysts expect Booz Allen Hamilton to post earnings of $1.49 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 0.68%. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $2.8 billion, showing a 4.24% drop compared to the year-ago quarter.
BAH's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $6.24 per share and revenue of $11.41 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of -4.15% and +1.74%, respectively.
Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Booz Allen Hamilton. 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.
Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.18% higher. Currently, Booz Allen Hamilton is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Booz Allen Hamilton is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 10.38. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 12.77, which means Booz Allen Hamilton is trading at a discount to the group.
We can additionally observe that BAH currently boasts a PEG ratio of 3.69. 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 Consulting Services industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 1.05 as of yesterday's close.
The Consulting Services industry is part of the Business Services sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 107, finds itself in the top 44% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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Shares of CleanSpark (CLSK +8.82%) jumped on Tuesday after the data center developer struck a multibillion-dollar deal with a major tech company.
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A blockbuster deal CleanSpark signed a 20-year lease for its data center campus in Sandersville, Georgia. The triple-net lease is projected to produce $6.6 billion of contracted revenue, and up to $11.6 billion if two five-year extension options are exercised.
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CleanSpark did not disclose the name of the tenant, but it did say it was a "high-investment grade, leading global technology company."
"This lease is a transformational moment for CleanSpark as we complete our evolution into a diversified digital infrastructure platform and begin monetizing our power portfolio at institutional scale," CleanSpark CEO Matt Schultz said.
The tenant also signed a letter of intent and an exclusivity arrangement for CleanSpark's planned 885 megawatts of power capacity in Texas, indicating that this lucrative relationship could expand in the future.
Shifting from Bitcoin to AI These agreements validate CleanSpark's strategic shift from Bitcoin mining to high-performance computing infrastructure. Artificial intelligence (AI) data centers can be significantly more profitable and predictable than Bitcoin mining operations, with contracted revenue streams that are not tied to fluctuating digital asset prices.
Investors are clearly in favor of the new strategy, and they're bidding up CleanSpark's shares in kind.
Joe Tenebruso has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bitcoin. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Cava Group (CAVA - Free Report) closed at $70.15 in the latest trading session, marking a -3.29% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.02%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.9%.
The Mediterranean restaurant chain's stock has dropped by 18.97% in the past month, falling short of the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.77% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Cava Group in its upcoming release. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.17, marking a 6.25% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $353.73 million, up 26.06% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $0.55 per share and revenue of $1.49 billion, indicating changes of +1.85% and +26.21%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Cava Group. 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.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. 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, 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 remained steady. At present, Cava Group boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Cava Group has a Forward P/E ratio of 133.1 right now. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 20.71, so one might conclude that Cava Group is trading at a premium comparatively.
We can also see that CAVA currently has a PEG ratio of 4.97. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. Retail - Restaurants stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.97 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Retail - Restaurants industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 190, putting it in the bottom 23% 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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In the latest close session, OneSpan (OSPN - Free Report) was up +2.65% at $15.49. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.02%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.9%.
Coming into today, shares of the internet security company had gained 6.04% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector lost 1.5%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of OneSpan in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on August 4, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.25, signifying a 26.47% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $57.75 million, showing a 3.49% drop compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.23 per share and revenue of $246.53 million, which would represent changes of -17.45% and +1.38%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for OneSpan. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable 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 remained stagnant. OneSpan currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, OneSpan is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.27. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 20.06.
It is also worth noting that OSPN currently has a PEG ratio of 1.12. 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. Internet - Software stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.08 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 97, putting it in the top 40% of all 250+ industries.
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NEW YORK, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Futu Holdings Ltd. (“Futu” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FUTU). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
The class action concerns whether Futu and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
You have until August 25, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Futu securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.
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On May 22, 2026, Reuters published an article entitled “China to crack down on ‘illegal’ cross-border securities.” The article reported that China “would punish brokers it accused of illegally moving money to foreign markets[.]” The article further reported that online brokers, including Futu, “would be penalised for soliciting business in China without an onshore licence[.]”
On this news, the price of Futu American Depositary Shares (“ADSs”) fell $34.10 per ADS, or 27.5%, to close at $89.76 per ADS on May 22, 2026.
Then, on May 28, 2026, Futu issued a press release reporting its financial results for the first quarter 2026, including net income of HK$831.0 million (US$106.0million) after giving effect to the proposed penalties comprised of: “(i) confiscation of illegal gains of approximately RMB470 million [approximately $69.21 million USD], and (ii) imposition of fines of approximately RMB1.38 billion, [approximately $20 billion USD] in an aggregate amount of approximately RMB1.85 billion.” The press release reported this adjustment under the Company’s financial statements as “Others, net” in its statements of comprehensive income for the applicable period.
On this news, Futu’s ADS price fell $5.31 per ADS, or 4.8%, to close at $104.91 per ADS on May 28, 2026.
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Transaction expands WLFC’s lease portfolio by an additional 12 aircraft and 13 engines July 14, 2026 17:18 ET | Source: Willis Lease Finance Corp.
COCONUT CREEK, Fla., July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (the “Company” or “WLFC”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 12 commercial aircraft and 13 aircraft engines.
The acquisition complements WLFC’s broader asset management, technical, and aftermarket capabilities, strengthening the Company’s ability to support customers worldwide throughout the aviation asset lifecycle.
“This transaction provides an opportunity to grow our portfolio as well as customer base,” said Austin C. Willis, Chief Executive Officer of WLFC. “It also strengthens our aircraft leasing business, where we can create additional value through engine-based programs such as ConstantThrust®.”
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions.
Milbank LLP served as legal counsel to WLFC, and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP provided accounting, tax and financial due diligence services to WLFC in connection with the transaction. The seller was advised by Vedder as legal counsel and by KPMG Ireland as tax and accounting advisors in connection with the transaction.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation
Willis Lease Finance Corporation leases large and regional spare commercial aircraft engines and aircraft to airlines, aircraft engine manufacturers and maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers worldwide. These leasing activities are integrated with engine and aircraft trading, engine lease pools, and asset management services through Willis Mitsui & Co. Asset Management Limited, as well as various end-of-life solutions for engines and aviation materials provided through Willis Aeronautical Services, Inc. Through Willis Engine Repair Center®, Jet Centre by Willis, and Willis Aviation Services Limited, the Company’s service offerings include Part 145 engine maintenance, aircraft line and base maintenance, aircraft disassembly, parking and storage, airport FBO and ground and cargo handling services.
Except for historical information, the matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Do not unduly rely on forward-looking statements, which give only expectations about the future and are not guarantees. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update them to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which the forward-looking statement is based, except as required by law.
The Company’s actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause such a difference include, but are not limited to: the effects on the airline industry and the global economy of events such as war, terrorist activity and the COVID-19 pandemic; changes in oil prices, rising inflation and other disruptions to world markets; trends in the airline industry and the Company’s ability to capitalize on those trends, including growth rates of markets and other economic factors; risks associated with owning and leasing jet engines and aircraft; the Company’s ability to successfully negotiate equipment purchases, sales and leases, to collect outstanding amounts due and to control costs and expenses; changes in interest rates and availability of capital, both to the Company and its customers; the Company’s ability to continue to meet changing customer demands; regulatory changes affecting airline operations, aircraft maintenance, accounting standards and taxes; the market value of engines and other assets in the Company’s portfolio; and risks detailed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and other continuing and current reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is advisable, however, to consult any further disclosures the Company makes on related subjects in such filings. These statements constitute the Company’s cautionary statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
NEW YORK, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Cerebras Systems Inc. (“Cerebras” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CBRS). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Cerebras and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
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On or around May 14, 2026, Cerebras completed its initial public offering (“IPO”), selling 30 million shares of Class A common stock priced at $185.00 per share. Then, on June 24, 2026, Cerebras reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. Among other items, Cerebras reported a loss of $0.22 per share, missing analyst estimates of a $0.16-per-share loss. In addition, Cerebras forecast a narrower gross margin in its core business, excluding impact from customer warrants and data center pass-through revenues.
On this news, Cerebras’s stock price fell $44.46 per share, or 19.61%, to close at $182.26 per share on June 24, 2026.
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Toll Brothers (TOL - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $152.53, moving +2.96% from the previous trading session. 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 0.02%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.9%.
The home builder's shares have seen a decrease of 0.38% over the last month, surpassing the Construction sector's loss of 3.74% and falling behind the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The upcoming earnings release of Toll Brothers will be of great interest to investors. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $2.9, showcasing a 22.25% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $2.6 billion, indicating a 11.81% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $12.69 per share and a revenue of $10.7 billion, indicating changes of -5.93% and -2.44%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Toll Brothers. 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.
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, 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. Over the past month, there's been a 0.07% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Toll Brothers is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In the context of valuation, Toll Brothers is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 11.67. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 14.45 for its industry.
It is also worth noting that TOL currently has a PEG ratio of 1.22. 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 Building Products - Home Builders industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.42 as of yesterday's close.
The Building Products - Home Builders industry is part of the Construction sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 194, finds itself in the bottom 22% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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Image Credits:Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto / Getty Images OpenAI pushed back Tuesday against allegations made by Apple in a trade secret lawsuit, suggesting the complaint lacks merit.
“While we take these allegations seriously, we’re not aware of any evidence that this complaint has merit,” OpenAI said in a statement, first shared by Bloomberg reporter Ed Ludlow on X. “We believe in fair competition and allowing people the freedom to work wherever they choose, and we’re focused on building innovative technology that empowers people everywhere.”
The statement comes several days after Apple filed a lawsuit against the AI lab, alleging that OpenAI employees, who previously worked at the iPhone maker, engaged in a coordinated effort to obtain confidential information and intellectual property. The 41-page complaint, filed Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, contains a string of allegations against OpenAI leadership, including Chief Hardware Officer Tang Tan. Before joining OpenAI, Tan was a veteran at Apple, where he worked for 24 years and held top positions, including vice president of product design for the iPhone and Apple Watch.
This is the first time OpenAI commented on the case itself. In its initial statement hours after Apple filed its lawsuit, it proclaimed a lack of interest in technology developed by other companies, telling TechCrunch: “We have no interest in other companies’ trade secrets. We remain focused on building innovative technology that empowers people everywhere.”
Apple claims in its lawsuit that its internal investigation uncovered evidence that OpenAI and its partners used the company’s confidential information as it develops its own hardware product.
Reports, along with OpenAI’s recent acquisition of Jony Ive’s startup io, suggest the company is working on a device that could directly compete with Apple’s business. Bloomberg reported on Tuesday that OpenAI is working on a mobile, screen-free smart speaker.
TechCrunch has reached out to OpenAI for further comment and will update this article when the company responds.
Don't call it a comeback. Tesla (TSLA +0.39%) just posted its strongest second quarter ever. The company delivered an incredible 480,126 vehicles in that time frame, a 25% jump from last year and a 34% increase from the first quarter of this year.
Deliveries far exceeded expectations. Tesla itself only expected roughly 406,000. Model 3 and Model Y led the charge, accounting for more than 467,000 deliveries.
One notable insight is that this is the first quarter since sales peaked in 2023 in which Tesla has reported year-over-year delivery growth.
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Tesla needed this strong quarter, as it is still trying to recover from both backlash against CEO Elon Musk and the loss of the federal EV tax credit. Tesla also deployed 13.5 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of storage products, a substantial increase from 9.6 GWh in the year-ago period.
What a good quarter means for investors One good quarter doesn't necessarily mean the struggles for EV manufacturers are over. Tesla has endured two sluggish years, and competition has only increased. EV demand in the U.S. is also muted. Global brands such as BYD and, domestically, Rivian and legacy automakers could eat into Tesla's market share both at home and abroad.
The strong quarter was partly driven by discounting, which suggests more quarters are needed to see whether this rebound will stick. Tesla also still bears the risk of Musk's reputation, which is a consideration if the colorful CEO decides to split his focus further or wade into various controversies.
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The real bull case is beyond cars In the long term, Tesla will need more than just its cars, which is why the company's energy storage division is so crucial. Tesla is focusing on scaling energy storage deployment, its Supercharger network, self-driving capabilities, and robotics. This diversification supports the bull case that Tesla still has plenty of room to grow.
Tesla's valuation already reflects the broader potential beyond just its automotive sector. The stock is still trading at a premium despite a 12% year-to-date price drop. The company's forward P/E ratio is nearly 180, while the trailing P/E is more than double that at 374.
For me, the most promising part of Tesla's narrative is its participation in the energy storage industry. This market is primed to explode over the next several years. In the first quarter of 2026, Tesla's energy storage revenue fell, though the company attributes this to the timing of large deployments. Still, given the longer-term potential and the gradual rebound in EV demand, the company is well-positioned to succeed.
Again, much of Tesla's growth is already baked into the stock with a nearly $1.5 trillion market cap. Investors in Tesla will need patience and a longer time horizon to realize gains attributable to a booming energy industry and a rebounding EV market.
In the latest close session, Uber Technologies (UBER - Free Report) was down 2.94% at $72.08. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.02%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.9%.
Heading into today, shares of the ride-hailing company had gained 1.94% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.5% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Uber Technologies in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on August 5, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.83, indicating a 31.75% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $14.19 billion, indicating a 12.18% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.95 per share and a revenue of $57.86 billion, representing changes of -44.34% and +11.23%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Uber Technologies. 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 reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, 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. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.02% higher. As of now, Uber Technologies holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Uber Technologies has a Forward P/E ratio of 25.18 right now. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 17.41.
It is also worth noting that UBER currently has a PEG ratio of 6.31. 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. Internet - Services stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.6 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Internet - Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 94, placing it within the top 39% of over 250 industries.
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In the latest trading session, Alphabet Inc. (GOOG - Free Report) closed at $357.33, marking a +1.9% move from the previous day. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.9%.
Heading into today, shares of the company had lost 4.48% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.5% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Alphabet Inc. in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on July 22, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $2.86, up 23.81% from the prior-year quarter. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $101.22 billion, indicating a 23.86% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $14.32 per share and revenue of $423.63 billion, which would represent changes of +32.47% and +23.54%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Alphabet Inc. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending 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, 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 0.14% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Alphabet Inc. currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
From a valuation perspective, Alphabet Inc. is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 24.49. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 17.41.
We can also see that GOOG currently has a PEG ratio of 1.5. 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 Internet - Services was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.6 at yesterday's closing price.
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed an executive order Tuesday pausing new large-scale data center construction for up to a year -- the first building freeze by any U.S. state. The order applies to facilities that would use 50 megawatts of power or more.
In a statement, the governor said that “data center development threatens to hike up utility bills, deplete our natural resources, and create uncertainty for New Yorkers” and that it was her “responsibility to take action and lead."
What the executive order doesUnder the executive order, New York's Department of Environmental Conservation will stop issuing discretionary permits for large data centers. Applications already deemed complete will still be processed.
The state will draft a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) covering how these facilities affect energy demand, water, and air quality, a process expected to take up to a year. The moratorium will lift once the standards are final.
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Hochul also said she will pursue legislation repealing the sales-tax exemptions large data centers currently enjoy in New York, and directed regulators to weigh a fund requiring data centers to help cover grid upgrades.
New York's legislature actually passed its own one-year data-center ban in June, but at a lower threshold -- 20 megawatts -- which would cover far more projects. Hochul hasn’t determined if she will sign or veto it. Her office called the bill "complicated."
Why New York is pumping the brakesResidential electricity rates in New York have jumped close to 68% over the past six years. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) ranks New York as the 4th most expensive state for residential power.
New York has more than 12 gigawatts of power waiting to be connected to large-scale users like AI data centers. For scale: a single gigawatt is roughly enough electricity to run 750,000 homes.
A recent poll from Siena Research showed public support for a one-year moratorium at 46% of New Yorkers, with just 21% opposed.
Other states are watching closelyThough New York is the first, it’s far from the only state considering some sort of restriction or outright ban on new data centers. Fourteen other states have floated their own limits this year alone. The table below shows the current legislative picture.
What this means for investorsThe order itself is unlikely to affect the big hyperscalers like Alphabet (GOOG +1.93%) (GOOGL +2.04%), Amazon, and Microsoft directly -- none of them have major planned projects in the state and are building elsewhere in the U.S.
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But other states are watching to see whether Hochul takes political heat for this. Right now, the polling suggests she won't. If more states follow suit -- states where the major hyperscalers are planning projects -- this could throw a serious wrench in things.
There are already major constraints on building AI compute capacity -- sufficient power is getting harder to come by, for one -- and any additional regulatory or legal hurdles could tip the precarious math underpinning some of these projects in the wrong direction.
At the end of the day, I wouldn’t be too concerned yet when it comes to the Alphabets and Amazons of the world. I would be for smaller operators in less secure financial positions, like CoreWeave.
NEW YORK, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Microsoft Corporation (“Microsoft” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: MSFT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
The class action concerns whether Microsoft and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
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On January 28, 2026, Microsoft announced disappointing results for its fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2025. First, during the quarter Microsoft’s Azure growth had slowed suddenly and fallen below analyst expectations. During the related earnings call, CFO Amy E. Hood revealed that the slower Azure growth was primarily due to computational capacity constraints, as Microsoft had diverted CPU and GPU capacity to Copilot applications and AI-related R&D. Second, Microsoft revealed that its capital expenditures had increased to $37.5 billion during the quarter, causing Microsoft’s capital expenditures for the first six months of its fiscal 2026 to increase to $72.4 billion compared to $88.2 billion for all of Microsoft’s fiscal 2025. Third, Microsoft revealed, for the first time, that the number of paid Microsoft 365 Copilot seats totaled only 15 million to date, materially below analyst estimates and a fraction of the more than 450 million commercial Microsoft 365 users.
On this news, the price of Microsoft stock fell nearly 10%.
Then, on February 3, 2026, The Wall Street Journal revealed, in an article titled “Microsoft’s Pivotal AI Product Is Running Into Big Problems,” that severe challenges and functionality issues had plagued Microsoft’s Copilot offerings, leading to Copilot losing market share during the Class Period to competing products such as Google’s Gemini. The price of Microsoft stock continued to fall in the days after Microsoft’s second quarter 2026 earnings announcement as the market continued to digest the adverse news and sources such as The Wall Street Journal revealed new adverse information.
Thereafter, on March 17, 2026, The Wall Street Journal revealed in an article titled “Microsoft Seeks More Coherence in AI Efforts With Copilot Reorganization” that Microsoft was reorganizing its Copilot product teams to unify commercial and consumer versions partly in response to the challenges revealed by The Wall Street Journal’s prior reporting on Copilot’s problem-plagued development and disappointing customer adoption.
On this news, the price of Microsoft stock continued to fall.
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Microsoft Corporation remains a Strong Buy despite recent stock declines and market concerns over CapEx and business uncertainties. MSFT's forward P/E for 2027 is 20x, well below its 5-year average of 30x, offering a significant margin of safety even without a re-rating. Key risks include potential enterprise software verticalization, the XBOX division reset, and ongoing high CapEx for AI infrastructure, but fundamentals remain robust.
In the latest trading session, Microsoft (MSFT - Free Report) closed at $384.93, marking a -1.55% move from the previous day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.02%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.9%.
The stock of software maker has fallen by 2.19% in the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.5% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Microsoft in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on July 29, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $4.21, up 15.34% from the prior-year quarter. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $87.44 billion, indicating a 14.39% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $17.33 per share and a revenue of $329.26 billion, signifying shifts of +27.05% and +16.87%, respectively, from the last year.
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Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Microsoft has a Forward P/E ratio of 20.27 right now. This denotes a premium relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 16.31.
It is also worth noting that MSFT currently has a PEG ratio of 1.19. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Computer - Software industry held an average PEG ratio of 1.24.
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Nokia has rallied 140% on strong AI and cloud order momentum, now trading at 29x FY2026 earnings. AI and cloud revenue grew 49% in Q1, with €1B in new firm orders and upgraded 2026 growth guidance for Network Infrastructure. Despite robust demand, supply constraints and heavy R&D investment limit immediate margin expansion; Q2 is a key test for IP Networks growth.
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Few signals across financial services are delivered as clearly and collectively as the ones on what’s become Wall Street’s own “Super Tuesday” for bank earnings.
Five of Wall Street’s largest banks reported record revenues Tuesday (July 14). JPMorganChase, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and others reported to their investors that, for the most part, equity markets were active, underwriting volumes had recovered, prime balances were expanding, and credit remained benign.
All of that is to banking’s benefit. Citigroup, for example, delivered second-quarter revenue reaching $24.8 billion, the highest quarterly total in a decade. Net income rose 45% to $5.8 billion, and investment banking revenue climbed 44%.
Then the stock fell more than 4% in after-earnings trading as investors reacted to the unchanged full-year return targets and plans for higher upcoming expenses related to business transformation. Management said Citi could use favorable conditions to accelerate investments, restructuring actions and severance rather than maximize the current year’s earnings.
But the less cyclical signal didn’t come from Citi’s record equities quarter, nor from the market’s narrowly focused reaction. It came from the less glamorous business responsible for moving, holding and administering corporate money, Citi’s treasury services and payments business.
Read also: Earnings Show Banks Turning Transaction Banking Into a Platform Business
Citi’s Most Durable Signal for the Quarter Was in Its Services Division Citi’s numbers for the most recent quarter showed that, inside its Services business, revenue rose 18%, average deposits increased 19% to approximately $1 trillion and cross-border transaction value climbed 13%. The division generated a 30.9% return on tangible common equity—more than twice the firm-wide level—and recorded growth across both net interest and fee revenue. Commercial card spending advanced 12%, and assets under custody and administration rose 22%.
The composition was as important as the growth. Net interest income increased 18%, helped by deposits, but noninterest revenue also rose 16%. Within Treasury and Trade Solutions, fee and other noninterest revenue increased 13%, while U.S. dollar clearing volume grew 5%.
Those numbers suggest something more consequential than another strong period for transaction banking. Citi is benefiting from an increase in the amount of financial coordination required to operate an international company. Global commerce is not simply expanding or contracting. It is becoming harder to organize.
Companies are shifting suppliers, duplicating production capacity, creating regional legal entities and redirecting trade around tariffs, sanctions, energy constraints and geopolitical risk. Artificial intelligence infrastructure investment is adding another layer of cross-border capital expenditure involving semiconductor production, data centers, power generation, equipment purchases and specialized supply chains.
The commercial opportunity is not just processing more payments. It is managing the complexity surrounding them.
Supply chains are becoming more distributed, which turns treasury into an orchestration function. Companies do not merely need faster execution. They need someone—or increasingly, a combination of bank infrastructure and software—to determine how accounts, balances, payment rails, currencies and financing should work together.
See also: Banks Bet Big on Tokenized Deposits to Power Real-Time Treasury
Payment Relationships Can Feed the Rest of Citi A bank processing a company’s daily cash flows can see when receivables change, balances accumulate, currency exposures emerge or working capital requirements increase. Those signals can create demand for foreign exchange, short-term lending, trade finance, debt issuance, hedging and other capital markets services.
The opportunity is to make the treasury relationship the institutional franchise’s distribution layer.
Citi’s quarter contained signs of that broader network effect. Average Services loans rose 10%, driven partly by working capital and export agency financing. Foreign exchange performance helped offset weaker rates trading. Banking benefited from debt and equity issuance by companies financing strategic investment and infrastructure.
Citi’s Services deposit growth was driven by operating deposits connected to clients’ underlying transaction activity, rather than by indiscriminately paying the highest rate for funds. Management said the bank was deepening existing relationships and adding clients across North America and international markets.
Read also: Citi’s Blowout Quarter Signals Whoever Owns the System Owns the Customer
The difficulty is ensuring that Citi can recognize and capture the value of that relationship across internal product lines. A global payment mandate does not automatically become a financing or capital markets relationship. The bank must connect client information, incentives, coverage and decision-making across businesses without creating conflicts or weakening risk discipline.
That makes Citi’s own remediation and technology work directly relevant to the Services strategy. The bank has spent years standardizing data, processes and controls. Management said completed remediation work is beginning to release expenses, and Citi is applying lessons from the transformation to AI and process automation. Nearly 90% of employees are using the bank’s AI tools, while more than 100 processes are being evaluated for further automation.
For Citi, the opportunity is to make the world’s financial complexity feel simpler to its clients. The risk is that the bank must first prove it can do the same for itself.
In the latest trading session, Tilray Brands, Inc. (TLRY - Free Report) closed at $4.38, marking a -1.79% move from the previous day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.38% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.02%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.9%.
Heading into today, shares of the company had lost 10.98% over the past month, lagging the Medical sector's gain of 4.34% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Tilray Brands, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 28, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of -$0.01, showcasing a 105% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $268.17 million, showing a 19.43% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of -$0.58 per share and revenue of $885.3 million, indicating changes of -680% and +7.79%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Tilray Brands, Inc. should also be noted by investors. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Tilray Brands, Inc. presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
The Medical - Products industry is part of the Medical sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 201, finds itself in the bottom 19% 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.
Make sure to utilize Zacks.com to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and more, in the coming trading sessions.
In the latest trading session, AT&T (T - Free Report) closed at $21.28, marking a -1.25% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.9%.
Shares of the telecommunications company witnessed a loss of 7.47% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 1.5%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of AT&T in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 22, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.59, indicating a 9.26% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $32.1 billion, up 4.05% from the prior-year quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $2.32 per share and revenue of $130.05 billion, indicating changes of +9.43% and +3.5%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for AT&T. 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. 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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.04% higher within the past month. AT&T is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now.
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that AT&T has a Forward P/E ratio of 9.31 right now. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 10.4.
Meanwhile, T's PEG ratio is currently 0.88. 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 Wireless National was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.08 at yesterday's closing price.
The Wireless National industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 214, finds itself in the bottom 14% echelons of all 250+ industries.
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Netflix is set to report earnings after the closing bell Thursday, with the streaming giant's stock seen potentially hitting its lowest point in nearly two years following the results.
Even with the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) acquisition out of its hair — leaving Paramount Skydance (PSKY) to hold the bag — Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) is struggling this year.
Shares of the streaming entertainment giant are languishing and have been faltering over the past several months despite markets applauding the decision to not pursue Warner Bros. So with Netflix stepping into the earnings confessional Thursday after the close of U.S. markets, it’s safe to say that this will be a widely watched report.
It could also spell opportunity with the Direxion Daily NFLX Bull 2X Shares (NFXL), or its bearish relative, the Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares (NFXS). NFLX attempts to deliver 200% of the daily performance of this communication services stock, while the bearish NFXS seeks returns that correspond with the stock’s daily inverse performance. Analysts expect Netflix to post per-share earnings of 79 cents, up from 72 cents in the same period last year.
One of These Direxion ETFs Could Stream Higher Either NFXL or NFXS could be in the spotlight following the Netflix earnings update, especially if it includes the streaming giant’s usual commentary around customer subscriptions.
“Netflix’s streaming dominance is under greater threat than when it was establishing its position and charging relatively low prices,” noted Morningstar analyst Matthew Dolgin. “With many subscription streaming platforms offering popular content, we don’t believe consumers will have the financial willingness or ability to subscribe to all of them, meaning Netflix will need to continue offering a robust lineup of attractive programming to maintain its position. This will require significant investment and careful consideration of pricing changes. Despite our view that Netflix will remain at the top, it will have to compete more than it has historically.”
The Consumer Sentiment Coin Toss Netflix has steadily raised prices in recent years. This strategy is potentially testing the limits of consumers’ willingness to spend on in-home entertainment, particularly against the backdrop of rising prices for essential household items. If Thursday’s report hints at subscriber attrition or resistance to these price hikes, the inverse NFXS could step into the spotlight.
Conversely, the bullish and leveraged NFXS could have its moment in the sun if Netflix shows that customers are proving loyal. Progress on new content is also key. Crucially, Netflix must achieve this without relying on splashy, expensive acquisitions.
“We still expect an impressive growth trajectory,” added Dolgin. “Assuming no major misfires that lead to a lack of attractive programming over an extended period, we expect Netflix’s subscriber base to be sticky, and we think the cash it generates will allow it to produce many new series and movies each year, giving ample opportunities for customers to find something they like. We also see further opportunities for penetration in international markets.”
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Netflix (NFLX - Free Report) ) has long been one of Wall Street's premier growth stories, transforming from a DVD-by-mail company into the world's leading subscription streaming platform.
However, despite continued revenue growth, expanding profitability, and healthy free cash flow, Netflix shares have struggled to build momentum ahead of its Q2 report, which is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, after the closing bell.
The upcoming release will give investors a fresh look at subscriber-related trends, advertising growth, operating margins, and management's outlook for the remainder of 2026. While Netflix remains fundamentally strong, expectations remain elevated, making its Q2 results particularly important.
Netflix’s Q2 ExpectationsWall Street expects Netflix to generate Q2 revenue of $12.57 billion, representing 13% year-over-year growth. On the bottom line, earnings are projected to come in at $0.79 per share, nearly a 10% increase from the prior-year period.
Beyond the headline numbers, investors will likely focus on several key themes:
Subscriber/revenue commentary across international marketsAdvertising-tier monetizationOperating margin expansionFree cash flow generationManagement's full-year guidanceNetflix has evolved into a highly profitable business rather than simply a subscriber-growth story. As a result, margin expansion and monetization initiatives have become increasingly important drivers of the investment thesis.
Management has also continued to invest in live programming, sports-adjacent content, gaming initiatives, and advertising capabilities as it seeks additional long-term growth avenues beyond traditional subscriptions.
Still, adding pressure to its Q2 report is that Netflix most recently missed Q1 EPS estimates and has fallen short of earnings expectations in two of its last four quarterly reports, with an average EPS surprise of -4.79%.
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NFLX Has Plummeted Since Its 2025 Stock SplitNetflix completed a 10-for-1 stock split on November 17, 2025, making shares more accessible to retail investors after an extraordinary multi-year rally. While stock splits don't change a company's underlying fundamentals, they often coincide with strong momentum and can help broaden investor participation.
However, that hasn't been the case so far for Netflix. Since the split, NFLX has fallen more than 30% and recently hit a 52-week low of $70 a share in late June.
With that in mind, Netflix's upcoming Q2 report could prove pivotal. Better-than-expected earnings, stronger guidance, or encouraging commentary surrounding its advertising business and long-term growth initiatives could hopefully help NFLX get its mojo back and reignite bullish momentum.
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Netflix’s Valuation is More Reasonable Although Netflix has historically commanded one of the richest earnings multiples among large-cap media companies, NFLX is now trading at a much more reasonable forward P/E ratio of 20X.
Netflix stock has moved closer to its Zacks Broadcast Radio and Television Industry average of 13X forward earnings, and is now offering a slight discount to the benchmark S&P 500.
What may also intrigue investors is that NFLX is trading at a 42% discount to its five-year median of 35X forward earnings and is well below a high of 65X during this period.
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Long-Term Fundamentals Still Look AttractiveAlthough short-term volatility around earnings is always possible, Netflix remains one of the highest-quality companies in the consumer discretionary sector.
Its expanding advertising platform, growing operating leverage, international opportunities, and robust content library provide multiple avenues for long-term growth. Combined with consistent free cash flow generation and a fortress-like balance sheet, Netflix remains well-positioned to compete effectively as streaming continues to evolve.
At the end of Q1, Netflix’s cash and equivalents had ballooned to over $12 billion, with the streaming giant having over $61 billion in total assets compared to around $30 billion in total liabilities.
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Furthermore, while Netflix no longer reports quarterly subscribers, it highlighted ongoing paid net additions and strong momentum in its ad-supported tier during Q1.
The company stated its $8.99 ad-supported plan accounted for more than 60% of new sign-ups in markets where the option is available. That momentum continued into the second quarter, with Netflix announcing at its May 2026 Upfront presentation that the ad-supported tier now reaches more than 250 million monthly active viewers worldwide, underscoring the growing scale of its advertising business.
Having already surpassed 325 million paid subscribers globally at the end of 2025, Netflix has maintained a commanding lead over streaming competitors despite increased competition from Disney (DIS - Free Report) ), Amazon (AMZN - Free Report) ), Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD - Free Report) ), and Paramount Skydance (PSKY - Free Report) .
This unmatched scale gives Netflix significant pricing power and provides a larger audience to monetize through its rapidly expanding advertising platform.
Bottom LineNetflix's Q2 report could provide the catalyst investors have been waiting for, particularly if management delivers stronger guidance, continued margin expansion, and encouraging commentary surrounding advertising and subscriber growth.
That said, Netflix stock currently lands a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggesting investors may want to await management's post-earnings outlook and additional earnings estimate revisions before initiating or adding to existing positions.
United Airlines on Tuesday unveiled a new economy offering on its new Airbus A321XLR aircraft that will give passengers some extra elbow room access to a shared table across an open middle seat.
United said the new Economy Plus offering will be available for bookings starting later this year, with the feature expected to be included on all 50 of the A321XLR jets it ordered from Airbus. It added that it's exploring ways to offer seats like these on other aircraft in its fleet in the future.
The company said in its announcement that it expects it will be the only airline offering this seating option, which builds off the recent announcement of the United Relax Row that will debut in early 2027 and feature multiple rows of seats on the Boeing 787 and 777 wide-body aircraft that convert into a couch.
DELTA ROLLS OUT CHEAPER FIRST-CLASS, BUSINESS FARES WITH FEWER PERKS: 'MORE WAYS TO CHOOSE'
The new middle seat configuration on a United Airlines A321XLR jet. (United Airlines / Fox News)
"We're investing nose-to-tail across our fleet and giving customers choice and value in every cabin," said Andrew Nocella, United's chief commercial officer.
"The XLR is our newest aircraft and not only offers all-aisle access lie-flat seats in United Polaris but now also includes seats in Economy Plus with extra leg and elbow room."
UNITED MUST FACE LAWSUIT OVER 'WINDOW SEATS' THAT DON'T HAVE WINDOWS, JUDGE RULES
A United Airlines Airbus A321 jet departs a gate at Denver International Airport March 23, 2026, in Denver, Colo. (Al Drago/Getty Images)
Each United XLR will have large, custom-designed tables that stretch from armrest to armrest over the vacant middle seats, giving the passengers seated in the window and aisle seats more space to stretch out.
The table is permanently fixed and will have a soft leather-like cover and two indentations for cups. The extra space with the vacant middle seat is in addition to the three additional inches of legroom offered in Economy Plus seats on the aircraft.
United plans to start using the A321XLR on domestic flights this fall and for international short- to medium-haul routes starting by early 2027.
DELTA CEO ED BASTIAN SAYS AIRLINE FARES WILL STAY ELEVATED EVEN IF JET FUEL PRICES FALL
Ticker Security Last Change Change % UAL UNITED AIRLINES HOLDINGS INC. 120.35 -0.81 -0.67% The Airbus A321XLR has 32 premium seats — 16 more than the Boeing 757s it will be replacing in the United fleet — including the new United Polaris suite that has all-aisle access.
All seats have a large 4K OLED screen with Bluetooth connectivity, with screen sizes ranging from 19 inches in the Polaris suites to 16 inches in United Premium Plus and 13 inches in United Economy.
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Additionally, all passengers have access to larger overhead bins that have space for roll aboard bags and a snack bar in the rear of the economy cabin. It will also operate with five flight attendants on most transatlantic flights as the 757 did.
McDonald's (MCD - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $268.94, demonstrating a -1.35% 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 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.9%.
Coming into today, shares of the world's biggest hamburger chain had lost 4.72% in the past month. In that same time, the Retail-Wholesale sector gained 0.77%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.27%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of McDonald's in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on August 4, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $3.33, up 4.39% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $7.15 billion, indicating a 4.45% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $12.9 per share and a revenue of $28.38 billion, representing changes of +5.74% and +5.57%, respectively, from the prior year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for McDonald's should also be noted by investors. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
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, 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 0.26% downward. Currently, McDonald's is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that McDonald's has a Forward P/E ratio of 21.14 right now. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 20.71 of its industry.
Investors should also note that MCD has a PEG ratio of 2.83 right now. 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 Retail - Restaurants industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.97.
The Retail - Restaurants industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 190, placing it within the bottom 23% of over 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.
Keep in mind to rely on Zacks.com to watch all these stock-impacting metrics, and more, in the succeeding trading sessions.
Starbucks (SBUX - Free Report) closed at $106.17 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.09% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.02%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.9%.
The coffee chain's stock has climbed by 5.66% in the past month, exceeding the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.77% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Starbucks in its upcoming earnings disclosure. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.65, marking a 30% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $9.44 billion, indicating a 0.19% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.4 per share and revenue of $38.27 billion, which would represent changes of +12.68% and +2.91%, respectively, from the prior year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Starbucks. 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.
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.
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. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.04% lower. Right now, Starbucks possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Starbucks is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 44.76. This denotes a premium relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 20.71.
We can also see that SBUX currently has a PEG ratio of 2.14. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Retail - Restaurants industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.97.
The Retail - Restaurants industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 190, putting it in the bottom 23% 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.
You can find more information on all of these metrics, and much more, on Zacks.com.
In the latest trading session, Novavax (NVAX - Free Report) closed at $8.42, marking a -5.5% move from the previous day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.02%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.9%.
Shares of the vaccine maker witnessed a loss of 3.26% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Medical sector with its gain of 4.34%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Novavax in its forthcoming earnings report. On that day, Novavax is projected to report earnings of -$0.36 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 158.06%. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $50.04 million, down 79.08% from the prior-year quarter.
NVAX's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of -$0.19 per share and revenue of $371.85 million. These results would represent year-over-year changes of -107.36% and -66.9%, respectively.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Novavax. 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.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. 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 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. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. At present, Novavax boasts a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
The Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry is part of the Medical sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 163, which puts it in the bottom 34% 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.
Make sure to utilize Zacks.com to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and more, in the coming trading sessions.
In the latest close session, Qualcomm (QCOM - Free Report) was down 3.2% at $178.10. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.02%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.9%.
The stock of chipmaker has fallen by 16.68% in the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.5% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The upcoming earnings release of Qualcomm will be of great interest to investors. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $2.21, marking a 20.22% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $9.7 billion, showing a 6.46% drop compared to the year-ago quarter.
QCOM's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $10.77 per share and revenue of $42.67 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of -10.47% and -3.32%, respectively.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Qualcomm. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
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, 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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.06% lower within the past month. Qualcomm presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, Qualcomm is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 17.09. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 45.9, which means Qualcomm is trading at a discount to the group.
Meanwhile, QCOM's PEG ratio is currently 4.05. 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 Electronics - Semiconductors industry stood at 1.75 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Electronics - Semiconductors industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 43, positioning it in the top 18% 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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NEW YORK, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Hertz Global Holdings (“Hertz” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HTZ). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Hertz and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
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On June 24, 2026, Hertz issued a press release “announc[ing] that its wholly-owned indirect subsidiary, The Hertz Corporation (‘Hertz Corp.’), intends to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $300 million in aggregate principal amount of Exchangeable Senior First-Lien Secured PIK Notes due 2030 (the ‘Notes’) in a private offering to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers[.]” The press release specified that “Hertz Corp. intends to use the net proceeds received from the offering of the Notes for general corporate purposes, which may include the repayment of outstanding indebtedness.”
On this news, Hertz’s stock price fell $2.06 per share, or 40.71%, to close at $3.00 per share on June 24, 2026.
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In the latest trading session, Cisco Systems (CSCO - Free Report) closed at $117.09, marking a -1.81% move from the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.9%.
Heading into today, shares of the seller of routers, switches, software and services had lost 0.77% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.5% and lagging the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Cisco Systems in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $1.17, indicating a 18.18% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $16.85 billion, indicating a 14.86% 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 $4.28 per share and revenue of $62.95 billion. These totals would mark changes of +12.34% and +11.11%, respectively, from last year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Cisco Systems. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Our research 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. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged. Cisco Systems is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
In terms of valuation, Cisco Systems is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 27.85. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 20.67 of its industry.
It is also worth noting that CSCO currently has a PEG ratio of 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 the market closed yesterday, the Computer - Networking industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.88.
The Computer - Networking industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 181, placing it within the bottom 27% of over 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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HomeIndustriesComputers/ElectronicsTech StocksTech StocksSoftware stocks drop and chip stocks rally after IBM indicates that ramped-up client purchases of hardware mean less money to buy softwareJuly 14, 2026, 5:10 p.m. ET
Artificial intelligence may have already taken a bite out of software this year, but a profit warning from IBM indicates that it’s hardware’s turn to chow down.
As companies with software-as-a-service offerings struggle to fend off worries that AI will render their business models obsolete, investors have been piling into stocks of companies that make the hardware that is powering the tech transformation.
International Business Machines (IBM 25.37%), an enterprise software, consulting, and mainframe infrastructure provider, closed at $217.05, down 25.21%. The stock plunged after IBM issued a preliminary second-quarter warning, and investors are watching July 22 results for more details.
Trading volume reached 64.0 million shares, coming in about 551% above its three-month average of 9.8 million shares.
How the markets moved todayThe S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.38%) rose 0.38% to 7,544, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +0.90%) added 0.90% to 26,107. Among technology hardware, software, consulting, and IT services peers, Accenture (ACN 2.74%) fell 2.86% to $134.56 and DXC Technology (DXC 5.66%) dropped 5.66% to $9.16 as budget pressure and weaker consulting demand stayed in focus.
What this means for investorsIBM’s stock had its worst day in the company's 115-year history after its surprise Q2 warning. The company said customers have shifted IT budgets away from its software and infrastructure offerings, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) hardware to ensure adequate supply.
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna noted that server and memory purchases are now priorities. He also stated that “rapidly-evolving, industry-wide cybersecurity concerns” are attracting more attention.
Investors took that cue to unload IBM stock and load up on cybersecurity and AI hardware names. IBM had been a beneficiary of the AI trade, with shares more than doubling over the last three years. But now it seems to be the wrong place for new money.
Investors can also take this news as affirmation that AI infrastructure names likely have more upside ahead.
Howard Smith has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends International Business Machines. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
As of this writing, shares of International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE: IBM) are currently down more than 23%. The reason? The hardware and software giant released a preliminary earnings report that warned its Q2 will come in below expectations when the official report comes out next week. It’s a shortfall that’s being caused by the AI boom.
Here’s what you need to know.
What’s happened?Today, IBM issued a preliminary Q2 2026 earnings report warning investors that it expects revenue will be lower than previously expected. Its final Q2 numbers are expected with its ordinary Q2 earnings report on July 22.
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Companies generally issue preliminary earnings reports when they are trying to cushion the blow of bad financial news that is expected soon. But today’s preliminary report appears to have done little to assuage investor fears.
In the preliminary report, IBM said that for its second quarter of fiscal 2026, it expects revenue of $17.2 billion, which is up 1%. It also said it expects a Non-GAAP Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) of $2.93, up 5%.
However, as noted by CNBC, these preliminary results are below what analysts were expecting, which was $17.86 billion in revenue, and an EPS of $3.01, according to FactSet data.
The CEO of 8090, Palihapitiya, is investing more of his time in the AI space and interacting with AI agents.
In the AI space, Pahlihapitiya asks if two or three companies are going to generate hundreds of billions in revenue, where is the rest of the money going to be made?
"I think you’re starting to see a little bit of the wheels come off," Palihapitiya said on CNBC Tuesday.
Palihapitiya used the cost of oil per barrel as an example, with some companies locking in prices with the largest companies in the space, then along come other oil providers, which are offering oil at minimal costs.
Palihapitiya said if you bet early on one charging a lot, you could run into some downstream difficulty when you try to pass those costs onto others along the way.
The investor said this could be part of the reason why IBM stock was down on Tuesday.
"That has to play itself out."
The investor said that IBM stock is down while other tech stocks are up, as it could take years to find out who spent what and if they’re able to get back their costs.
Palihapitiya warns that top management at companies might have no idea what is happening when it comes to tokenmaxxing, or maximizing AI token consumption for productivity.
"CEOs and CFOs, in my opinion, probably have no idea how much tokenmaxxing is going on inside of their organizations. I suspect what’ll happen is one day you’re going to have a miss, and EPS will be off by a few pennies, and the CEO will say to the CFO, ‘What happened?’"
AI Spending Not Equal to AI ProductivityThe comments from Palihapitiya on Tuesday follow a recent conversation he had about AI spending and AI productivity on an episode of "The All-In Podcast."
Palihapitiya said that of the S&P 593, which excludes the largest technology companies driving the AI boom in the S&P 500, the earnings per share growth is around 9% since generative AI became mainstream in conversation.
The investor said only about 2% of that growth is coming from AI-driven productivity, with the rest coming from share buybacks, inflation and price increases, as reported by 24/7 WallSt.
Palihapitiya said investors should try to separate the companies buying AI and those selling it, as the returns could be significantly different.
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Jim Roppel: How To Find The Next Golden Opportunities As Bull Market Leaders Take A Breather The stock market has proved its resilience countless times in recent weeks, and did so again on Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended fractionally higher, shrugging off a 25% plunge in IBM (IBM) shares. Instead, the blue-chip index focused on a strong earnings report from Goldman Sachs (GS), along with an interest-rate-friendly reading on consumer inflation. Several AI hardware…
In the latest trading session, IBM (IBM - Free Report) closed at $217.07, marking a -25.21% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.38% gain on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.02%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.9%.
Heading into today, shares of the technology and consulting company had gained 8.01% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.5% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of IBM in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 22, 2026. On that day, IBM is projected to report earnings of $3.02 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 7.86%. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $17.89 billion, up 5.36% from the year-ago period.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $12.45 per share and a revenue of $71.59 billion, signifying shifts of +7.42% and +6%, respectively, from the last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for IBM should also be noted by investors. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. 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. 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 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 moved 0.52% higher. IBM is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, IBM is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 23.32. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 27, so one might conclude that IBM is trading at a discount comparatively.
It is also worth noting that IBM currently has a PEG ratio of 2.8. 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 Computer - Integrated Systems industry held an average PEG ratio of 0.98.
The Computer - Integrated Systems industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 6, which puts it in the top 3% of all 250+ industries.
The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these 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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CNBC's Jim Cramer said Tuesday that IBM has landed on the wrong side of a major shift in corporate technology spending.
"That's the new reality, and I have no idea when it will change, which is why I can't recommend IBM, not even after today's severe decline," the "Mad Money" host said.
IBM shares tumbled about 25% after the company preannounced disappointing second-quarter results ahead of next week's scheduled earnings release. Revenue, earnings and software revenue growth all fell short of Wall Street expectations, prompting CEO Arvind Krishna to acknowledge the company "faltered" as several large customer deals failed to close.
Cramer said the shortfall is one of the clearest signs yet that companies are reshuffling their information technology budgets as artificial intelligence spending accelerates.
He said businesses are increasingly prioritizing three areas of IT spending: cybersecurity, hardware and AI "tokens," or the consumption-based costs associated with using AI models. Other technology projects, he argued, are increasingly being pushed aside.
"Unfortunately for IBM, they have too many products and services that fall into the 'other types of spending' categories, even if they also have a decent overall AI narrative," he said.
Cramer praised Krishna for taking responsibility for the disappointing quarter and said IBM still has attractive long-term businesses, with the stock now yielding more than 3%.
However, he said those positives are not enough to offset concerns that IBM will continue to get hurt by shifting corporate technology budgets.
"I'm too worried about these trends to say that IBM's now safe to buy," Cramer said. "We're at the point in the year where IT managers are putting together their budgets for 2027, and you have to assume that these three priorities I just identified will continue to dominate, which means anything outside of them has a real problem."
"I hope that IBM truly is just seeing its deals get delayed, and not canceled," he added. "But I can't tell you to buy a stock because I hope something is true."
Macy's (M - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $23.21, demonstrating a +1.89% change from the preceding day's closing price. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.02%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.9%.
Shares of the department store operator have depreciated by 7.7% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.77%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Macy's in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $0.35, showcasing a 14.63% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $4.81 billion, indicating a 0.09% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $2.19 per share and a revenue of $21.76 billion, indicating changes of -5.6% and -0.01%, respectively, from the former year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Macy's should also be noted by investors. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
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 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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 2.07% higher within the past month. Right now, Macy's possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, Macy's is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 10.39. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 13.52.
The Retail - Regional Department Stores industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 59, which puts it in the top 24% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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In the latest trading session, NextEra Energy (NEE - Free Report) closed at $89.54, marking a +1.31% move from the previous day. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.02%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.9%.
The stock of parent company of Florida Power & Light Co. has risen by 2.62% in the past month, leading the Utilities sector's gain of 1.43% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The upcoming earnings release of NextEra Energy will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on July 24, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $1.08, up 2.86% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $7.97 billion, reflecting a 18.92% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $4.01 per share and a revenue of $31.84 billion, representing changes of +8.09% and +16.16%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for NextEra Energy. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, 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. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.05% higher. NextEra Energy is holding a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) right now.
From a valuation perspective, NextEra Energy is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 22.02. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 18.39, so one might conclude that NextEra Energy is trading at a premium comparatively.
We can additionally observe that NEE currently boasts a PEG ratio of 2.59. 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 Utility - Electric Power industry had an average PEG ratio of 2.74 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Utility - Electric Power industry is part of the Utilities sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 168, putting it in the bottom 32% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Take-Two Interactive (TTWO - Free Report) closed at $237.03 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.89% move from the prior day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.9%.
Coming into today, shares of the publisher of "Grand Theft Auto" and other video games had gained 12.89% in the past month. In that same time, the Consumer Discretionary sector lost 0.81%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Take-Two Interactive in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on August 7, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.31, signifying a 49.18% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $1.35 billion, down 4.81% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $6.77 per share and a revenue of $8.51 billion, demonstrating changes of +65.12% and +26.56%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Take-Two Interactive. 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 shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. 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 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 moved 3.05% higher. Take-Two Interactive is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
In the context of valuation, Take-Two Interactive is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 36.06. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 18.91 of its industry.
Meanwhile, TTWO's PEG ratio is currently 3.61. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. Gaming stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.26 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Gaming industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 182, positioning it in the bottom 27% 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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NEW YORK, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Hyliion Holdings Corp. (“Hyliion” or the “Company”) (NYSE: HYLN). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Hyliion and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
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On June 23, 2026, Pelican Way Research (“PWR”) published a short report entitled “Hyliion: A Glorified Science Project Who Has Continuously Failed To Meet Expectations And Is Now Throwing Around A Meaningless Deal.” The report stated that Hyliion’s stock had risen significantly following the Company’s announcement of a non-binding letter of intent (“LOI”) with VFG Holdings (“VFG”) for up to 250 KARNO Cores, representing approximately $133 million in potential revenue. The PWR report alleged that the VFG LOI accounted for roughly one-third of Hyliion’s reported $400 million-plus pipeline and questioned whether the LOI provided meaningful commercial validation. The report further alleged that VFG, which PWR identified as VFG Tech Holdings, LLC, was incorporated in January 2026, appeared to have only four employees listed on LinkedIn, had only a minimal website, and lacked evidence of funding or operating substance sufficient to support an order of that size.
Following publication of the PWR report, Hyliion’s stock price fell $1.27 per share, or 17.2%, to close at $6.10 per share on June 23, 2026.
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In the latest trading session, Enbridge (ENB - Free Report) closed at $55.89, marking a +1.49% move from the previous day. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.9%.
The oil and natural gas transportation and power transmission company's stock has dropped by 1.56% in the past month, falling short of the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 1.55% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Enbridge in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 31, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.44, down 6.38% from the prior-year quarter. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $11.03 billion, showing a 2.59% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.15 per share and a revenue of $48.4 billion, representing changes of -0.46% and +3.88%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Enbridge. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. 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, 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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 1.44% lower within the past month. Enbridge presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Digging into valuation, Enbridge currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 25.65. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 18.85, which means Enbridge is trading at a premium to the group.
The Oil and Gas - Production and Pipelines industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 207, placing it within the bottom 16% of over 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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As the global economy adjusts to shifting demand, many investors look to materials for stability. Choosing between Dow Holdings Inc (DOW 0.20%) and LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (LYB +0.39%) requires comparing two industry heavyweights with distinct paths.
Both companies are leaders in the chemicals industry, yet they offer different risk profiles and growth strategies. Dow focuses on high-volume materials science for construction and packaging, while LyondellBasell is a powerhouse in polymers and polyolefin technologies. We compare their financials and valuations to help you decide which stock fits your strategy.
The case for Dow HoldingsDow produces materials for the agriculture, construction, and electronics markets. The business serves a global customer base through its 91 manufacturing sites located in 29 countries. It does not depend on any single customer for a significant share of its sales, reducing its reliance on individual corporate clients. The company leverages strategic joint ventures like EQUATE and Sadara, both major Middle East petrochemical firms, to reach international markets. These markets are essential components of the broader materials and metal stocks landscape.
In FY 2025, revenue slipped to $40 billion, down from nearly $43.0 billion the previous year. This roughly 7.0% decline in revenue contributed to a net loss of $2.6 billion for the period. This figure reflects a significant swing from the $1.1 billion net income of the prior fiscal year.
The company's balance sheet as of its December 2025 report showed a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.2x. This ratio measures total debt against shareholder equity, indicating that Dow uses a moderate amount of debt to finance its operations. Free cash flow for the period was negative $1.4 billion, which represents cash left over after paying for capital investments.
The case for LyondellBasell LyondellBasell is a global leader in polymers and polyolefin technologies used in transportation and food safety. Similar to its peer, no single customer accounted for 10% or more of its total revenues in 2025, providing a diversified revenue base. The company relies on key joint ventures, such as the Louisiana Integrated PolyEthylene partnership with Sasol Ltd (SSL 1.10%), for production capacity. It also operates manufacturing sites in Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Thailand to serve its global markets. These operations support a wide range of industries that rely on advanced chemical production.
During FY 2025, revenue was $30.2 billion, representing a significant decline of roughly 25% from the prior year. This drop in sales resulted in a net loss of $743 million for the fiscal year. This result followed a period of higher profitability and higher revenue in the preceding two years.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was 1.6x. This value, which compares total debt to shareholder equity, indicates that the company uses more debt relative to its equity than some of its primary competitors. Free cash flow was positive, at $384 million, representing the actual cash generated after accounting for capital expenditures like equipment and plant upgrades.
Risk profile comparisonDow faces significant legal exposure, including ongoing class actions and asbestos-related liabilities arising from its Union Carbide subsidiary. Recently, the company has faced a 2026 chlorpyrifos-exposure lawsuit and environmental litigation over plastic pollution. Additionally, its Path2Zero decarbonization strategy carries execution risks, as failure to meet climate targets or secure renewable infrastructure could impact its financial performance. Earnings also remain highly exposed to global chemical supply imbalances and volatility in feedstock prices.
LyondellBasell is highly sensitive to the supply-demand cycles of the chemical industry, which can cause large swings in earnings. Its profitability depends heavily on crude oil and natural gas prices, making it vulnerable to energy market volatility. The company also faces technical risks with large projects like its MoReTec plastics recycling facility, while competitors like Chevron (CVX 0.24%) navigate similar regulatory pressures regarding greenhouse gas emissions. Stringent environmental regulations governing waste management and plastics recyclability present ongoing legal risks.
Valuation comparisonLyondellBasell trades at a lower Forward P/E than Dow, while Dow has a similar P/S ratio. These metrics compare price to future earnings estimates and revenue.
MetricDowLyondellBasell Industries N.V.Sector BenchmarkForward P/E10.3x7.5x25.5xP/S ratio0.6x0.6xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLB sector ETF.
Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
For Dow, there has been weakness in demand across many of its core businesses, and lower prices, coupled with high costs, have eroded margins. But for this chemical giant, the war with Iran brings benefits. Dow has been affected in recent quarters by oversupply. The on-again, off-again closure of the Strait of Hormuz is an opportunity for Dow to capitalize on supply pressures stemming from supply-chain disruptions, which will likely take a year or more to undo even if the conflict is resolved soon.
That has 2026 looking better for Dow, with sales seen rising by analysts to $44.7 billion, about a 10.5% rise. Net income should reappear on the ledger, with $1.8 billion projected by Wall Street.
LyondellBasell is in much the same boat as Dow. Many of its businesses have experienced weakness. But the Iran war provides an opportunity for the chemical giant to fill demand in Europe and elsewhere that would normally have been filled from the Middle East and other regional plants. Some 70% of global polypropylene supply is sourced through the Strait of Hormuz (both the product itself and its feedstocks). That should allow LyondellBasell to utilize U.S. production capacity that has lain idle in recent years
Those dynamics should get LyondellBasell back to profitability in 2026, with Wall Street projecting net income of $3.25 billion from sales of $34.5 billion, which would be 14% higher than in 2025.
Both Dow and LyondellBasell may be overlooked by investors at times, but their products are essential to the global economy. LyondellBasell’s more affordable P/E and P/S ratios make it the choice for investors looking for materials exposure in 2026.
In the latest close session, Dollar General (DG - Free Report) was down 2.67% at $120.14. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.38%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.02%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.9%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the discount retailer had gained 6.06% outpaced the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.77% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Dollar General in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $2, up 7.53% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $11.17 billion, indicating a 4.16% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $7.36 per share and a revenue of $44.4 billion, representing changes of +7.45% and +3.92%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Dollar General. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.05% lower. Dollar General currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
From a valuation perspective, Dollar General is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 16.76. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 27.98, so one might conclude that Dollar General is trading at a discount comparatively.
We can additionally observe that DG currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.88. 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 average PEG ratio for the Retail - Discount Stores industry stood at 2.46 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Retail - Discount Stores industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 7, this industry ranks in the top 3% of all industries, numbering over 250.
The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
Make sure to utilize Zacks.com to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and more, in the coming trading sessions.
