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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 9, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 10, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Zillow common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin Corporation was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Zillow class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zillow-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Enough investors were eager to own ServiceNow (NOW +1.03%) stock on Thursday to push the stock to a 1% gain. Much of this was due to a new partnership announced between the company and a top global electronics conglomerate.
International cooperation That morning, Hitachi Digital Services announced that it's teaming with ServiceNow on a new, cutting-edge product.
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Hitachi wrote in a press release that the two companies will offer Hitachi Intelligent Infrastructure Monitoring (HIIM). It described this artificial intelligence (AI)-based product as a "solution that provides real-time monitoring and remote inspection while enabling a coordinated response across complex operations environments."
HIIM pairs with the ServiceNow platform, making it available to existing (and presumably future) clients of the American tech company.
Hitachi did not provide any financial details of its collaboration with ServiceNow.
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A new feather in the cap And that's probably the main reason why ServiceNow's stock moved only cautiously higher on the news. I feel that's an appropriate reaction; any expansion of ServiceNow's reach, or broadening of its platform, is almost inarguably positive news. Without a sense of the size of this deal or ServiceNow's piece of it, however, it's hard to judge what impact it'll have on the financials.
Still, I'd view this as positive news, even if it's not necessarily foundational to the buy case for ServiceNow stock.
Eric Volkman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends ServiceNow. The Motley Fool recommends Hitachi. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Roblox Corporation (NYSE: RBLX) between October 30, 2025 and April 30, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 7, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.
So what: If you purchased Roblox common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
What to do next: To join the Roblox class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/roblox-corporation-2026/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 7, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
Details of the case: According to the complaint, defendants provided overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Roblox's organic growth potential; notably, that Roblox would see a significant slowdown in its growth rates as enrollment in the age verification rollout would quickly taper, compounding the resulting slowdown in on-platform communication, resulting in app store rating reductions and a swift reduction in organic growth. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
To join the Roblox class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/roblox-corporation-2026/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Darren Zeidel, general counsel of Aon plc (AON 0.55%), sold 600 shares of Class A Ordinary Stock on July 7, 2026, according to an SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summaryMetricValueTransaction value$216,000Shares sold600Post-transaction shares (directly held)15,354Post-transaction value$5.52 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average sale price ($360.00); post-transaction value based on July 7, 2026 market close ($359.82).
Key questionsWhat was the regulatory framework governing this sale?
The transaction was executed pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan established on November 5, 2025. This automated arrangement allows insiders to schedule stock sales in advance to avoid potential conflicts with material non-public information.How does the current stock performance compare to the transaction date?
Shares were priced at $357.51 as of the July 8, 2026 market close, slightly below the $360.00 execution price. As of the July 7, 2026 transaction date, the company had delivered a one-year gain of just 2%.What is the broader financial profile of Aon at the time of this filing?
Aon operates as a professional services firm with a market capitalization of $76 billion. For the trailing 12 months, the company reported revenue of $17.5 billion and net income of $3.9 billion.What is the extent of Zeidel's remaining direct equity exposure?
Following this 4% reduction in holdings, the insider maintains direct ownership of 15,354 shares. This position carries a market value of $5.52 million based on the $359.82 closing price on the date of the transaction.Company OverviewMetricValueShare Price (as of market close 2026-07-08)$357.51Market Capitalization$76.4 billionRevenue (TTM)$17.5 billionNet Income (TTM)$3.9 billionCompany SnapshotAon plc provides comprehensive professional services across commercial risk solutions, including retail and insurance brokerage, specialty solutions, global risk consulting, captives management, and affinity programs, as well as health solutions encompassing consulting, brokerage, and consumer benefits offerings.The company generates revenue through a diversified business model operating across two primary segments—Risk Capital and Human Capital—delivering advisory, brokerage, and consulting services to corporate and institutional clients globally.Aon serves multinational enterprises, mid-market corporations, and institutional clients across the United States, the Americas, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific region.Aon plc is a leading global professional services firm with approximately 60,000 employees and a market capitalization of $76 billion, positioning it as a dominant player in the insurance brokerage and risk consulting industry. The company leverages its extensive geographic footprint and integrated service platform to deliver enterprise-level risk management and human capital solutions. Aon's competitive advantage derives from its comprehensive service offerings, deep client relationships, and scale in both commercial risk and human capital advisory segments.
What this transaction means for investorsThis sale looks like a solid example of a routine insider transaction: A general counsel letting 600 shares go under a plan set up eight months earlier, worth $216,000 against a remaining $5.52 million position, tells you nothing about Aon's prospects. Lawyers who write insider trading policies for a living might tend to be scrupulous about pre-scheduling their own trades, and a 4% trim is barely a haircut.
The more interesting story is the gap between the stock and the business. Shares gained just 2% over the past year while the company grew adjusted earnings 14% to $6.48 per share in the first quarter, expanded adjusted operating margin to 39.1%, and raised the dividend 10% for a sixth straight year of double-digit increases. CEO Greg Case said the quarter's results were "reinforcing our confidence in achieving our full-year objectives," and Aon returned $662 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.
For long-term investors, a flat stock paired with a compounding business usually means multiple compression, and if Aon keeps delivering on its mid-single-digit organic growth and margin expansion guidance, patience gets paid here. The insider sale is the least important fact in this filing.
Jonathan Ponciano has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
FRISCO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Public Storage (NYSE:PSA, the “Company”) announced today that the Company's subsidiary, Public Storage Operating Company (“PSOC”), has priced a public offering of $900 million aggregate principal amount of fixed-rate senior notes (the “Notes”). The Notes will be guaranteed by the Company. The Notes will be issued in two tranches with a weighted average effective interest rate of 4.855%, inclusive of the impact of the interest rate swaps noted below. The first tra.
A tech rotation out of South Korea is the main reason Henry Greene sees pushing Chinese interest stocks higher. Those rallies are seen in names like Alibaba (BABA), JD.com (JD), and Baidu (BIDU).
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 9, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) between February 25, 2026 and April 13, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 28, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Lucid securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Lucid class action, go to https://www.rosenlegal.com/cases/lucid-group-inc-2026/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 28, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) a supplier quality issue had significantly disrupted deliveries of the Lucid Gravity; (2) the foregoing was likely to, and did, have a material negative impact on Lucid's business and financial results; (3) accordingly, the defendants had overstated the purported enhancements to Lucid's manufacturing and delivery capabilities and overall operations; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Lucid class action, go to https://www.rosenlegal.com/cases/lucid-group-inc-2026/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Karen Boone, a director at Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN +8.70%), sold 20,000 shares of Class A Common Stock on July 6, 2026, according to an SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summaryMetricValueTransaction value$400,000Shares sold20,000Post-transaction shares (total)225,794Post-transaction shares (directly held)115,794Post-transaction shares (indirectly held)110,000Post-transaction value~$4.6 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average sale price ($20.00); post-transaction value based on July 6, 2026 market close ($20.14).
Key questionsHow does this transaction align with the director's total equity exposure?
Boone reduced her indirect stake by 15%, which accounted for an 8% reduction in her total interest as reported in the Form 4. Following this sale, she maintains a combined position of about 226,000 shares, split between 116,000 shares held directly and 110,000 shares held through The Boone Family Trust dated August 6, 2015.What regulatory and contractual frameworks governed the timing of this sale?
The transaction was carried out under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on November 24, 2025, providing a structured mechanism for liquidity. Notably, the sale occurred on the same date the director entered into a new 45-day lock-up agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, utilizing an exception for existing trading plans.What is the company's current valuation and business focus?
Based in Irvine, Rivian Automotive specializes in the design and manufacturing of electric vehicles, including consumer pickup trucks and SUVs, and maintains a commercial van platform in partnership with Amazon.com. As of the July 7 market close, the company has a market capitalization of $20.9 billion, with trailing-12-month revenue of $5.5 billion and a net loss of -$3.5 billion.Company OverviewMetricValueShare Price (as of market close 2026-07-07)$16.49Market Capitalization$20.9 billionRevenue (TTM)$5.5 billionNet Income (TTM)-$3.5 billionCompany SnapshotRivian designs, engineers, and manufactures premium electric vehicles, including five-passenger electric pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles for consumers, as well as commercial electric delivery vans developed in partnership with Amazon.com.The company operates a direct-to-consumer sales model across both consumer and commercial segments, generating revenue through vehicle sales and related accessories while scaling production capacity to achieve profitability.Rivian targets affluent individual consumers seeking premium electric vehicles and commercial fleet operators, particularly Amazon, which represents a significant customer base for the company's commercial delivery platform.Rivian Automotive is a vertically integrated electric vehicle manufacturer with TTM revenues of $5.5 billion, positioning it as a significant player in the emerging premium EV segment. The company leverages strategic partnerships, particularly with Amazon, to diversify revenue streams across consumer and commercial markets while building manufacturing scale. With 14,861 employees and operations centered in Irvine, California, Rivian is executing a capital-intensive strategy to achieve profitability through volume production and operational efficiency improvements.
What this transaction means for investorsThis sale ultimately looks like a footnote in a much busier week for Rivian. The trade effectively ran on autopilot under a plan Boone adopted back in November, and at $400,000 it leaves her with roughly $4.6 million in stock. The more telling detail is the lock-up: she signed a fresh 45-day agreement with Goldman Sachs the same day, the kind of housekeeping that accompanies a capital raise, and Rivian filed a common stock offering prospectus on July 6, and three days later, the firm said it had raised an estimated $1.32 billion to help support a financing arrangement with the Department of Energy.
Her sale also landed amid some operational momentum. Second-quarter deliveries hit 12,194, well above guidance of 9,000 to 11,000, and management raised its full-year target to 65,000 to 70,000 vehicles, crediting "robust growth quarter-over-quarter in EDV and R1." The catch is that Rivian still burns cash, guiding to an adjusted EBITDA loss of up to $2.1 billion this year against $4.84 billion in cash plus $1 billion from Volkswagen.
For long-term investors, skip the sale and watch two numbers: the R2 production ramp and quarterly cash burn. The race between them decides whether today's $20.9 billion valuation ends up looking cheap or generous. The firm reports earnings on July 30.
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In the latest trading session, Steel Dynamics (STLD - Free Report) closed at $222.06, marking a -2.93% move from the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the steel producer and metals recycler had lost 14.75% lagged the Basic Materials sector's loss of 4.72% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Steel Dynamics in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is expected to report EPS of $3.66, up 82.09% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $5.46 billion, up 19.53% from the prior-year quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $16.73 per share and a revenue of $22.32 billion, demonstrating changes of +109.39% and +22.82%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Steel Dynamics. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming 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, 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 10.37% upward. Currently, Steel Dynamics is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
From a valuation perspective, Steel Dynamics is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 13.68. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 13.1 of its industry.
It is also worth noting that STLD currently has a PEG ratio of 0.45. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The Steel - Producers industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 0.4 as of yesterday's close.
The Steel - Producers industry is part of the Basic Materials sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 83, finds itself in the top 34% echelons 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.
To follow STLD in the coming trading sessions, be sure to utilize Zacks.com.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Jefferies Financial Group Inc. ("Jefferies" or the "Company") (NYSE: JEF). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Jefferies and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
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On September 29, 2025, The Wall Street Journal published an article entitled "Auto Supplier First Brands Files for Bankruptcy Amid Accounting Questions," reporting that "[t]he closely held company's lenders and independent board directors are now probing whether First Brands made misrepresentations in its financial reporting" and that "First Brands relied heavily on accounts-receivable-backed financing, supplying automotive products to customers on delayed payment terms and borrowing from outside investors against the billed receivables." Then, on October 8, 2025, The Wall Street Journal further reported, in an article entitled "First Brands Bankruptcy Damage Spreads to Jefferies UBS," that Jefferies "said funds run by an asset-management unit, Point Bonita Capital, are owed around $715 million from companies that bought First Brands' parts."
On this news, Jefferies' stock price fell $4.66 per share, or 7.88%, to close at $54.44 per share on October 8, 2025.
The following day, Reuters disclosed that "The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an inquiry into the collapse of bankrupt auto parts maker First Brands Group" and that "[t]he Justice Department is probing the company and its dealings with creditors."
On this news, Jefferies' stock price fell another $1.43 per share, or 2.63%, to close at $53.01 per share on October 9, 2025.
On November 27, 2025, The Financial Times reported that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating Jefferies in connection with its relationship with First Brands, including whether Jefferies gave investors in its Point Bonita fund enough information about their exposure to First Brands. Later, on January 7, 2026, The Financial Times reported that Jefferies took a $30 million loss tied to the collapse of First Brands.
On this news, Jefferies' stock price fell $3.62 per share, or 5.6%, to close at $61.05 per share on January 8, 2026.
Then, on June 24, 2026, Jefferies reported its fiscal second-quarter financial results, including both earnings and revenue that fell short of analyst estimates. Jefferies disclosed that asset management fees, revenue, and investment returns declined from a year earlier due to lower management fees and weaker investment performance, saying that lower fees were primarily driven by Point Bonita and funds managed by its strategic affiliates.
On this news, Jefferies' stock price fell $5.30 per share, or 9.15%, to close at $52.64 per share on June 25, 2026.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.
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In the latest close session, Array Technologies, Inc. (ARRY - Free Report) was up +1.89% at $6.46. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.81% gain on the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.27%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.3%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had lost 7.24% in the past month. In that same time, the Oils-Energy sector lost 3.61%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.13%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Array Technologies, Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.1, down 60% from the prior-year quarter. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $323.84 million, indicating a 10.6% downward movement from the same quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $0.72 per share and a revenue of $1.45 billion, demonstrating changes of +7.46% and +13.02%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Array Technologies, 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. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.95% upward. As of now, Array Technologies, Inc. holds a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
Digging into valuation, Array Technologies, Inc. currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 8.79. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 20.26 of its industry.
Meanwhile, ARRY's PEG ratio is currently 0.76. 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 the market closed yesterday, the Solar industry was having an average PEG ratio of 0.89.
The Solar industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 60, positioning it in the top 25% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
You can find more information on all of these metrics, and much more, on Zacks.com.
Western Union (WU - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $7.82, moving +1.3% from the previous trading session. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
Shares of the money transfer company have appreciated by 5.03% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Business Services sector's gain of 2.42%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Western Union in its upcoming release. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.43, signifying a 2.38% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $1.04 billion, up 1.51% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $1.76 per share and a revenue of $4.26 billion, demonstrating changes of +0.57% and +5.21%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Western Union. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained steady. Western Union is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now.
In terms of valuation, Western Union is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 4.39. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 11.35.
One should further note that WU currently holds a PEG ratio of 0.98. 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 Financial Transaction Services was holding an average PEG ratio of 0.81 at yesterday's closing price.
The Financial Transaction Services industry is part of the Business Services sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 65, which puts it in the top 27% of all 250+ industries.
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Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (KNSL - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $338.58, moving -2.13% from the previous trading session. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.81% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
The company's shares have seen an increase of 10.33% over the last month, surpassing the Finance sector's gain of 4.07% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 23, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $4.99, showcasing a 4.39% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $475.6 million, up 1.23% from the prior-year quarter.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $20.65 per share and revenue of $1.92 billion, indicating changes of +5.84% and +2.44%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. should also be noted by investors. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 0.54% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. As of now, Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
From a valuation perspective, Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 16.75. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 12.09.
Investors should also note that KNSL has a PEG ratio of 1.12 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. KNSL's industry had an average PEG ratio of 2.54 as of yesterday's close.
The Insurance - Property and Casualty industry is part of the Finance sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 150, positioning it in the bottom 40% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, SM Energy (SM - Free Report) closed at $28.34, marking a -2.65% move from the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.27%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.3%.
Shares of the independent oil and gas company have depreciated by 11.33% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 3.61%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of SM Energy in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on August 5, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $1.88, marking a 25.33% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $2.04 billion, up 157.41% from the year-ago period.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $7.1 per share and a revenue of $7.44 billion, representing changes of +31% and +136.03%, respectively, from the prior year.
Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for SM Energy. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
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With respect to valuation, SM Energy is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 4.1. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 9.61 for its industry.
The Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 177, which puts it in the bottom 29% of all 250+ industries.
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As infrastructure demands shift toward high-tech facilities and energy transition, choosing between EMCOR Group (EME +1.88%) and Fluor (FLR +1.41%) requires looking at how these engineering giants manage their project backlogs.
Both companies provide essential services to industrial and government clients, yet they operate at different scales of project complexity. While one specializes in electrical and mechanical systems for high-tech facilities, the other manages massive global infrastructure projects. Investors often compare them to see which management team handles cyclical swings better.
The case for EMCOREMCOR Group operates as a specialty construction firm and is frequently grouped among construction stocks due to its focus on mechanical and electrical systems. It serves high-growth areas like data centers, healthcare, and semiconductor manufacturing. Because no single customer represents more than 10% of revenue, the company maintains a highly diversified client base across many industries.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $17.0 billion, which represents a 16.6% increase compared to the prior year. The company reported net income of approximately $1.3 billion for the same period. This upward trend in both sales and net income reflects steady demand in its core segments.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is roughly 0.2x, which measures total debt against shareholder equity. The current ratio, comparing short-term assets to liabilities, is roughly 1.2x. Free cash flow for fiscal year 2025 was nearly $1.2 billion, representing the cash leftover after paying for operations and equipment.
The case for FluorFluor provides engineering, procurement, and construction services for global energy and urban infrastructure. It focuses heavily on reimbursable contracts where clients cover costs plus a fee to reduce financial uncertainty. U.S. government agencies are significant clients, accounting for roughly 17% of total revenue in 2025, and customer concentration like this adds a layer of risk to the business.
In FY 2025, revenue was close to $15.5 billion, representing a decline of roughly 5.0% from the previous year. The company reported a net loss of approximately $51.0 million during this period. While revenue dipped, Fluor continues to manage a massive backlog of long-term projects across several continents.
On its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 0.3x. The current ratio is roughly 1.9x, indicating the company has $1.90 in short-term assets for every $1.00 in current debts. Free cash flow was negative during fiscal year 2025, totaling roughly -$437.0 million, which shows the company spent more than it generated from operations.
Risk profile comparisonEMCOR faces risks related to the cyclical nature of the non-residential construction market, particularly in the energy and data center sectors where spending can fluctuate. Because it uses fixed-price contracts, any unexpected inflation or supply chain delays can lead to cost overruns that the company must absorb without reimbursement. Furthermore, about 62% of its workforce is unionized, which exposes the company to potential work stoppages or material pension fund liabilities.
Fluor deals with significant legal exposure, including a recently revived lawsuit regarding a suicide bombing in Afghanistan and disputes over the LOGCAP government contract. Managing complex, high-value projects internationally also exposes the firm to political instability, trade sanctions, and regulatory changes in diverse global locations. Although it recently exited its position in NuScale Power, the company still faces execution risks where unforeseen delays could result in significant financial losses.
Valuation comparisonFluor appears to be the more value-oriented option based on its lower Forward P/E, which compares stock price to future earnings estimates, and its lower P/S ratio, which measures price against total revenue.
MetricEMCORFluorSector BenchmarkForward P/E26.7x19.5x242.8xP/S ratio2.1x0.5xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLI sector ETF.
Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
Both companies carry impressive backlogs, but the stories behind those numbers look very different right now. I'd go with EMCOR.
EMCOR is firing on all cylinders. Revenue is growing at a double-digit rate and earnings are beating expectations by a wide margin. Its backlog just hit a record. The company is benefiting from a wave of data center construction, AI infrastructure build-out, and institutional demand that shows no sign of slowing. Management keeps raising guidance, and the balance sheet is in strong shape.
Fluor has a larger backlog in absolute terms, but its most recent quarter told a more complicated story. Revenue fell year over year and earnings missed estimates by a wide margin. And the company trimmed its profitability outlook after a litigation charge and cost overruns on a mining project. The long-term pipeline is encouraging, but executing on it is proving harder than the backlog size suggests.
A backlog only matters if you can execute on it, and right now I like how EMCOR is proving it can.
Akamai Technologies (AKAM - Free Report) closed at $129.52 in the latest trading session, marking a +2.33% move from the prior day. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
Shares of the cloud services provider have depreciated by 2.62% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.59%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Akamai Technologies in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on August 6, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $1.58, down 8.67% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.09 billion, reflecting a 4.76% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $6.74 per share and a revenue of $4.49 billion, demonstrating changes of -5.34% and +6.81%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Akamai Technologies. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. 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. 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, 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 0.67% higher. Currently, Akamai Technologies is carrying a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Akamai Technologies has a Forward P/E ratio of 18.78 right now. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 16.4.
It's also important to note that AKAM currently trades at a PEG ratio of 2.31. 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 1.66 at yesterday's closing price.
The Internet - Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 158, which puts it in the bottom 36% of all 250+ industries.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of The Ensign Group, Inc. ("Ensign Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ENSG). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
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On June 8, 2026, Hunterbrook published a short report alleging that Ensign Group's business model relies on inadequate patient care and gaming quality metrics. The Hunterbrook report further alleges that Ensign Group's profits depend on understaffing facilities while routing taxpayer dollars to executives and affiliates, and that patients have suffered and died as a result.
Following publication of the Hunterbrook report, Ensign Group's stock price fell $13.88 per share, or 8.15%, to close at $156.42 per share on June 8, 2026.
Then, on June 11, 2026, Muddy Waters Research published a short report on Ensign Group, alleging possible Medicare and Medicaid fraud via a scheme to rent licenses of administrators of skilled nursing facilities who are not actually managing the facilities, potentially in violation of the False Claims Act.
Following publication of the Muddy Waters report, Ensign's stock price fell $4.52 per share, or 2.98%, to close at $147.13 per share on June 11, 2026.
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NRG Energy (NRG - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $140.48, moving +2.18% from the previous trading session. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.81% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.27%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.3%.
The power company's stock has climbed by 13.95% in the past month, exceeding the Utilities sector's gain of 3.47% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of NRG Energy in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on August 4, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $1.83, indicating a 8.93% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $6.06 billion, indicating a 10.14% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
NRG's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $8.85 per share and revenue of $35.58 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +9.67% and +15.85%, respectively.
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With respect to valuation, NRG Energy is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 15.54. This represents a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 18.41.
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WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Commvault Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CVLT) between January 28, 2025 and January 26, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important July 17, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.
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American Eagle Outfitters (AEO - Free Report) closed at $16.68 in the latest trading session, marking a +2.21% move from the prior day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.81%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.27%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.3%.
Coming into today, shares of the teen clothing retailer had lost 6.9% in the past month. In that same time, the Retail-Wholesale sector gained 0.24%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.13%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of American Eagle Outfitters in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.21, reflecting a 53.33% decrease from the same quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.37 billion, reflecting a 6.45% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $1.76 per share and revenue of $5.81 billion. These totals would mark changes of +17.33% and +5.66%, respectively, from last year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for American Eagle Outfitters. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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Digging into valuation, American Eagle Outfitters currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 9.27. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 16.12.
Also, we should mention that AEO has a PEG ratio of 3.56. 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. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.18.
The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 53, placing it within the top 22% of over 250 industries.
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One of the more popular, albeit under-the-radar, finance sector stocks became even more valuable on Thursday. The Bancorp's (TBBK +5.57%) share price rose by nearly 8% that trading session, thanks largely to a recommendation upgrade from an analyst.
It's been quite the pivot The Bancorp, an innovative fintech that provides back-end banking services for companies that wish to offer them but lack their own bank charters, was upgraded by Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. That firm's analyst, Timothy Switzer, now rates the company an outperform (buy, in other words), up from his previous tag of market perform (hold).
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According to reports, Switzer wrote that The Bancorp stands to gain from its relatively recent morphing into a third-party banking services fintech from its former concentration on being a "sponsor bank" for payment cards. As this includes a suite of new programs, the company has a good chance of at least meeting the aggressive guidance laid out by management.
In future periods, the company's atypical business model should lead to higher growth over its more traditional peer banks, the analyst predicted.
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A third-party standout The Bancorp is indeed an exciting and innovative operator in the typically staid and tradition-bound banking world. It continues to grow its business and to post impressively high-margin profits, and I think its high potential justifies the fairly rich valuations of the stock at present.
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Vistra Corp. (VST - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $157.98, demonstrating a +2.04% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.81% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had gained 11.75% in the past month. In that same time, the Utilities sector gained 3.47%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.13%.
The upcoming earnings release of Vistra Corp. will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on August 7, 2026. In that report, analysts expect Vistra Corp. to post earnings of $2.43 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 140.59%. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $6.42 billion, up 50.98% from the prior-year quarter.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $9.52 per share and a revenue of $23.85 billion, signifying shifts of +80.99% and +34.45%, respectively, from the last year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Vistra Corp. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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, 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 2.38% upward. Vistra Corp. currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, Vistra Corp. is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 16.26. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 18.41 of its industry.
The Utility - Electric Power industry is part of the Utilities sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 108, putting it in the top 44% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Archrock Inc. (AROC - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $38.51, moving -2.65% from the previous trading session. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.3%.
Shares of the natural gas compression services business have appreciated by 10.84% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 3.61%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Archrock Inc. in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.46, signifying a 17.95% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $390.4 million, up 1.89% from the prior-year quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $1.9 per share and a revenue of $1.55 billion, demonstrating changes of 0% and +4.19%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Archrock Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 2.39% decrease. Currently, Archrock Inc. is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In the context of valuation, Archrock Inc. is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 20.78. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 21.78 for its industry.
Also, we should mention that AROC has a PEG ratio of 1.73. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. AROC's industry had an average PEG ratio of 2.06 as of yesterday's close.
The Oil and Gas - Field Services industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 177, placing it within the bottom 29% of over 250 industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / July 9, 2026 / PATTERSON-UTI ENERGY, INC. (NASDAQ:PTEN) will host a conference call on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time to discuss results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.
Participants can access the call by dialing (833) 461-5787 in North America or (585) 542-9983 if International and referencing Meeting ID 227633549. The call will also be webcast and can be accessed through a link in the Investors section of the Company's website at investor.patenergy.com. A webcast replay of the conference call will be available on the Company's website for one year.
About Patterson-UTI
Patterson-UTI is a leading provider of drilling and completion services to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States and other select countries, including contract drilling services, integrated well completion services and directional drilling services in the United States, and specialized bit solutions in the United States, Middle East and many other regions around the world. For more information, visit https://www.patenergy.com/.
Contact:
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In the latest close session, Clear Secure (YOU - Free Report) was up +1.15% at $56.12. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.81% for the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.27%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.3%.
Shares of the airport security company have appreciated by 6.75% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.59%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Clear Secure in its forthcoming earnings report. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.44, reflecting a 69.23% increase from the same quarter last year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $270.25 million, showing a 23.14% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $1.79 per share and a revenue of $1.1 billion, demonstrating changes of +59.82% and +22.22%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Clear Secure. 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. 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, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.28% upward. Clear Secure presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In the context of valuation, Clear Secure is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 31.08. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 19.31.
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 90, placing it within the top 37% 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.
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In the latest trading session, Hercules Capital (HTGC - Free Report) closed at $15.69, marking a -1.26% move from the previous day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.81% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.27%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.3%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the specialty finance company had gained 2.52% lagged the Finance sector's gain of 4.07% and outpaced the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Hercules Capital in its upcoming earnings disclosure. On that day, Hercules Capital is projected to report earnings of $0.5 per share, which would represent no growth from the year-ago period. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $148.9 million, indicating a 8.32% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $1.93 per share and revenue of $588.4 million. These totals would mark changes of +1.05% and +10.5%, respectively, from last year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Hercules Capital. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
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.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. Hercules Capital presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
With respect to valuation, Hercules Capital is currently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 8.23. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 7.98.
The Financial - SBIC & Commercial Industry industry is part of the Finance sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 193, this industry ranks in the bottom 22% of all industries, numbering over 250.
The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our individual industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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In the latest trading session, Dropbox (DBX - Free Report) closed at $29.41, marking a +2.01% move from the previous day. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.3%.
Shares of the online file-sharing company witnessed a gain of 4.27% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 1.59%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Dropbox in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.74, up 4.23% from the prior-year quarter. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $625.6 million, down 0.02% from the year-ago period.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $3.08 per share and revenue of $2.5 billion, indicating changes of +8.45% and -0.65%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Dropbox. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remained stagnant within the past month. At present, Dropbox boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In the context of valuation, Dropbox is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 9.36. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 16.4.
Investors should also note that DBX has a PEG ratio of 2.14 right now. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. Internet - Services stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.66 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Internet - Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 158, positioning it in the bottom 36% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, Analog Devices (ADI - Free Report) closed at $393.64, marking a +2.14% move from the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.81% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.27%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.3%.
Shares of the semiconductor maker have depreciated by 1.85% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.59%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Analog Devices in its upcoming earnings disclosure. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $3.33, marking a 62.44% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $3.93 billion, showing a 36.28% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $12.41 per share and a revenue of $14.58 billion, signifying shifts of +59.31% and +32.29%, respectively, from the last year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Analog Devices. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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.
The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Analog Devices is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).
In terms of valuation, Analog Devices is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 31.05. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 48.47, which means Analog Devices is trading at a discount to the group.
We can additionally observe that ADI currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.08. 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 Semiconductor - Analog and Mixed industry stood at 1.01 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Semiconductor - Analog and Mixed industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 17, placing it within the top 7% of over 250 industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of our separate industry groups by calculating the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks contained within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Hershey (HSY - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $171.65, moving -1.58% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
The chocolate bar and candy maker's shares have seen a decrease of 1.25% over the last month, not keeping up with the Consumer Staples sector's gain of 3.31% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Hershey in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is expected to report EPS of $1.46, up 20.66% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $2.66 billion, reflecting a 1.7% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $8.43 per share and a revenue of $12.29 billion, indicating changes of +33.6% and +5.07%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Hershey. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.22% lower. Hershey is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, Hershey is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 20.69. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 19.99.
Meanwhile, HSY's PEG ratio is currently 1.05. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Food - Confectionery industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.05.
The Food - Confectionery industry is part of the Consumer Staples sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 223, positioning it in the bottom 10% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of our separate industry groups by calculating the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks contained within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Each stock is assigned a rating of A, B, C, D, or F based on their value, growth, and momentum characteristics. Just like in school, an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on -- that means the better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform.
The Style Scores are broken down into four categories:
Value ScoreFinding good stocks at good prices, and discovering which companies are trading under their true value, are what value investors like to focus on. So, the Value Style Score takes into account ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, Price/Cash Flow, and a host of other multiples to highlight the most attractive and discounted stocks.
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Momentum ScoreMomentum investors, who live by the saying "the trend is your friend," are most interested in taking advantage of upward or downward trends in a stock's price or earnings outlook. Utilizing one-week price change and the monthly percentage change in earnings estimates, among other factors, the Momentum Style Score can help determine favorable times to buy high-momentum stocks.
VGM ScoreIf you like to use all three kinds of investing, then the VGM Score is for you. It's a combination of all Style Scores, and is an important indicator to use with the Zacks Rank. The VGM Score rates each stock on their shared weighted styles, narrowing down the companies with the most attractive value, best growth forecast, and most promising momentum.
How Style Scores Work with the Zacks RankA proprietary stock-rating model, the Zacks Rank utilizes the power of earnings estimate revisions, or changes to a company's earnings outlook, to help investors create a successful portfolio.
It's highly successful, with #1 (Strong Buy) stocks producing an unmatched +23.94% average annual return since 1988. That's more than double the S&P 500. But because of the large number of stocks we rate, there are over 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, plus another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.
But it can feel overwhelming to pick the right stocks for you and your investing goals with over 800 top-rated stocks to choose from.
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You want to make sure you're buying stocks with the highest likelihood of success, and to do that, you'll need to pick stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you like a stock that only has a #3 (Hold) rank, it should also have Scores of A or B to guarantee as much upside potential as possible.
The direction of a stock's earnings estimate revisions should always be a key factor when choosing which stocks to buy, since the Scores were created to work together with the Zacks Rank.
Here's an example: a stock with a #4 (Sell) or #5 (Strong Sell) rating, even one with Style Scores of A and B, still has a downward-trending earnings outlook, and a bigger chance its share price will decrease too.
Thus, the more stocks you own with a #1 or #2 Rank and Scores of A or B, the better.
Stock to Watch: Paycom Software (PAYC - Free Report) Headquartered in Oklahoma City, Paycom Software, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) full-solution software for organizations to manage payroll and HR all in one place.
PAYC is a #2 (Buy) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of A.
Momentum investors should take note of this Computer and Technology stock. PAYC has a Momentum Style Score of B, and shares are up 5.6% over the past four weeks.
For fiscal 2026, one analyst revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.03 to $10.73 per share. PAYC boasts an average earnings surprise of +5.7%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, PAYC should be on investors' short list.
(We are reissuing this article to correct a mistake. The original article, issued on July 8th, should no longer be relied upon.)
In the latest trading session, ATI (ATI - Free Report) closed at $188.36, marking a +1.49% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.3%.
Shares of the maker of steel and specialty metals witnessed a gain of 1.22% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Aerospace sector with its gain of 2.62%, and outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of ATI in its upcoming release. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $1.03, indicating a 39.19% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.22 billion, reflecting a 7.16% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $4.47 per share and a revenue of $5 billion, signifying shifts of +37.96% and +8.98%, respectively, from the last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for ATI should also be noted by investors. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. 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, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.87% higher within the past month. ATI currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
Investors should also note ATI's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 41.52. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 37.78.
We can also see that ATI currently has a PEG ratio of 1.59. 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 Aerospace - Defense Equipment industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.38 as of yesterday's close.
The Aerospace - Defense Equipment industry is part of the Aerospace sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 52, positioning it in the top 22% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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, Diamondback Energy (FANG - Free Report) was down 2.47% at $182.00. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
Shares of the energy exploration and production company witnessed a loss of 5.06% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Oils-Energy sector with its loss of 3.61%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Diamondback Energy in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on August 3, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $5.84, marking a 118.73% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $4.75 billion, up 29.28% from the prior-year quarter.
Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $19.33 per share and revenue of $17.9 billion. These totals would mark changes of +44.58% and +19.13%, respectively, from last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Diamondback Energy should also be noted by investors. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 1.62% lower within the past month. Currently, Diamondback Energy is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Diamondback Energy has a Forward P/E ratio of 9.65 right now. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 9.61, which means Diamondback Energy is trading at a premium to the group.
The Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 177, positioning it in the bottom 29% 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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BellRing Brands (BRBR 7.81%) was flagged as an outlier of a stock on Thursday by a well-known researcher, but not in a good way. This development obscured what seemed to be an orderly transition to leadership announced by the protein products maker that morning. That trading session saw the company absorb a nearly 8% body blow to its share price.
Not a ringing endorsement Zacks Investment Research named BellRing its bear of the day, ranking it a strong sell. The crux of the researcher's argument is that the company, maker of the Premier Protein shakes and similar products, hasn't effectively coped with mounting competition over time.
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Zacks senior equity strategist Bryan Hayes wrote in an accompanying analysis that "for years, BellRing rode a powerful tailwind as consumers embraced high-protein diets. But that very success has attracted a flood of competition, and the company now finds itself squarely on the wrong side of a margin squeeze."
He added that BellRing is struggling these days with a significant rise in input costs, at a time when ambitious competitors are being aggressive with promotional activities, necessitating higher marketing spend. On top of that, falling demand isn't doing the company any favors.
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In a more positive development, BellRing named a new CEO to replace the outgoing Darcy Davenport. Effective July 29, this is veteran consumer goods executive Michael Axelrod, who has led several companies in the sector, including, most recently, specialty food purveyor Snak King.
BellRing wrote that Axelrod's "record of strategic insight, strong customer relationships and operational excellence will be invaluable as we embark on the next chapter of growth."
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Enterprise Products Partners (EPD - Free Report) closed at $37.29 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.35% move from the prior day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.27%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.3%.
Shares of the provider of midstream energy services have depreciated by 0.18% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 3.61%, and lagging the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Enterprise Products Partners in its upcoming release. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.74, marking a 12.12% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $13.49 billion, up 18.73% from the year-ago period.
EPD's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $3.01 per share and revenue of $56.02 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +13.16% and +6.51%, respectively.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Enterprise Products Partners. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.94% higher within the past month. Enterprise Products Partners currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
From a valuation perspective, Enterprise Products Partners is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.57. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 14.12 for its industry.
We can additionally observe that EPD currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.33. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. The average PEG ratio for the Oil and Gas - Production Pipeline - MLB industry stood at 1.33 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Oil and Gas - Production Pipeline - MLB industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 79, placing it within the top 33% of over 250 industries.
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Dutch Bros (BROS - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $65.64, demonstrating a +1.09% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.81%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.27%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.3%.
The drive-thru coffee chain operator and franchisor's shares have seen an increase of 7.71% over the last month, surpassing the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.24% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Dutch Bros in its upcoming earnings disclosure. In that report, analysts expect Dutch Bros to post earnings of $0.29 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 11.54%. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $522.66 million, showing a 25.7% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
BROS's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $0.93 per share and revenue of $2.08 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +22.37% and +27.07%, respectively.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Dutch Bros. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 0.23% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Currently, Dutch Bros is carrying a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
In terms of valuation, Dutch Bros is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 69.73. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 19.67, so one might conclude that Dutch Bros is trading at a premium comparatively.
We can additionally observe that BROS currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.89. 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 Retail - Restaurants industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.92 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Retail - Restaurants industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 200, this industry ranks in the bottom 19% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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WD-40 (WDFC - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.33 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.58 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.54 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +47.47%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this maintenance and cleaning product company would post earnings of $1.39 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.5, delivering a surprise of +7.91%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times.
WD-40, which belongs to the Zacks Consumer Products - Staples industry, posted revenues of $195.12 million for the quarter ended May 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 13.57%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $156.91 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates two times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
WD-40 shares have added about 25.2% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 9.3%.
What's Next for WD-40?While WD-40 has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for WD-40 was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $1.62 on $173.1 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $5.99 on $655 million in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Consumer Products - Staples is currently in the bottom 19% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Newell Brands (NWL - Free Report) , another stock in the same industry, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026. The results are expected to be released on July 31.
This consumer products company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.19 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -20.8%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
Newell Brands' revenues are expected to be $1.96 billion, up 1.5% from the year-ago quarter.
WD-40 Company Justifies Sell-Side Support With Q2 ResultsWD-40 NASDAQ: WDFC reported a sharp increase in fiscal third-quarter sales and profit, with management citing broad-based gains across regions, strong growth in maintenance products and benefits from operating leverage, while also warning that higher input costs are expected to pressure gross margin in the near term.
President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Brass said consolidated net sales for the quarter ended May 31, 2026, rose 24% year over year to $195.1 million. Maintenance products, which represented 97% of total net sales, increased 26% to $189.7 million, or 22% on a constant-currency basis, setting a company record.
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WD-40 Stock Sank After Earnings—Here Are 5 Reasons Bulls Aren’t Worried“We’re encouraged by this momentum and remain focused on the levers within our control,” Brass said. He added that the company expects some temporary gross margin pressure from external cost factors, but said WD-40 has taken actions intended to support recovery over time.
Sales rise across all regions In the Americas, sales increased 29% to $101.2 million, driven by a 31% increase in maintenance products to $98.3 million. Brass said growth was led primarily by WD-40 Multi-Use Product in the U.S. and Latin America, where sales increased by $17.2 million and $2.6 million, respectively.
WD-40 Company Gears Up for a Double-Digit Stock AdvanceU.S. growth reflected expanded distribution, e-commerce strength and promotional activity, including a limited-edition can collaboration with Disney Entertainment and The Home Depot. During the question-and-answer portion of the call, Brass said the “King of the Hill” promotion with Disney and The Home Depot was one of the largest in the company’s history and was driving “really strong incremental sales,” with about 75% of sales considered incremental after one month.
Sales in EMEA increased 17% to $66.6 million, or 10% on a constant-currency basis. Brass cited higher sales volume in both direct and distributor markets, favorable foreign exchange rates, strong performance in Iberia and DACH, and a rebound in distributor markets including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. He also said the region benefited from some advance buying tied to Middle East uncertainty and price increases that took effect in early fiscal fourth quarter.
Asia-Pacific sales rose 24% to $27.3 million, or 18% on a constant-currency basis. Growth was led by China and Asia distributor markets, supported by promotional activity, online influencers, expanded distribution and some advance buying ahead of planned price increases.
Maintenance products and Specialist line gain traction Brass said WD-40’s strategic “Must Win Battles” continued to show progress. Year-to-date sales of WD-40 Multi-Use Product increased 13% to $398 million, with growth of 20% in the U.S., 21% in China and 27% in Iberia.
The company also reported strong growth in premiumized products. Year-to-date sales of WD-40 Smart Straw and WD-40 EZ-REACH rose 19%, and the two formats now represent approximately 50% of WD-40 Multi-Use Product sales.
WD-40 Specialist sales increased 22% year to date to $72.9 million. Brass said the company remains in the early stages of expanding that line, noting that 90% of WD-40 Specialist sales currently come from 10 markets. In the third quarter, the company launched its first bio-based lubricant across several European markets and said early results were encouraging.
In response to an analyst question, Brass said Specialist growth was strong across regions, including China, the U.S. and Europe. He said six products account for about 80% of sales in the Specialist range, and that disciplined execution around the best-selling items has helped drive growth.
Margins hold in Q3, but cost pressure expected Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Sara Hyzer said third-quarter gross margin was 56.6%, up 40 basis points from a year earlier. The increase was driven by lower aerosol can and fill fees, favorable sales mix and other mix benefits, partly offset by higher input costs.
Hyzer said the company entered the quarter with enough inventory to sustain margins, but expects recent cost increases to flow through production and inventory cycles over the next several months. She said WD-40 has implemented pricing and cost-saving initiatives across many regions, with most of the benefit expected in fiscal 2027.
Operating income increased 47% to $40.3 million. On a constant-currency basis, operating income rose 42%. Hyzer said the gap between sales growth and operating income growth demonstrated the leverage in the company’s business model. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 23% from 20% a year earlier.
On a non-GAAP basis, net income was $31.5 million, up 50% from the prior-year quarter. Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share were $2.33, compared with $1.54 a year earlier.
Home Care and Cleaning brands retained for now Hyzer said WD-40 is no longer actively marketing its Americas Home Care and Cleaning brands for sale after determining that the current macro environment was not conducive to divesting the brands as a bundle. The assets have been reclassified as held for use.
The company continues to view the Home Care and Cleaning brands as non-core and will manage them as “harvest brands,” expecting gradual top-line decline while generating returns. Hyzer said the Americas household brands represent about $12 million in annual sales, or less than 2% of global revenue.
WD-40 also plans to transition away from its long-standing 55/30/25 business model after fiscal 2026. Hyzer introduced a new “enduring business model” focused on mid-to-high single-digit maintenance product sales growth, gross margin above 55%, adjusted EBITDA growing faster than net sales and an asset-light structure requiring minimal capital investment.
Company narrows fiscal 2026 outlook WD-40 updated its fiscal 2026 guidance to include the Home Care and Cleaning assets and narrowed its expected ranges. The company now expects constant-currency net sales of $652 million to $667 million, representing growth of 6% to 9% versus pro forma fiscal 2025 net sales of $614 million. Reported net sales are expected to be $675 million to $690 million, representing growth of 10% to 12%.
Gross margin is expected to range from 54.5% to 55.5%. Hyzer said the updated outlook includes a 40-basis-point adjustment from the reclassification of the Home Care and Cleaning brands and an additional 60 basis points from higher-than-expected cost increases.
The company expects non-GAAP operating income of $107 million to $113 million and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share of $6.05 to $6.35, based on an estimated 13.5 million weighted average shares outstanding.
Hyzer said the fourth quarter outlook was affected by timing, as some demand shifted into the third quarter due to advance buying. She said the fourth quarter is still expected to be the company’s second-strongest quarter of the year.
Management also addressed pricing during the call. Brass said price increases have been implemented across Asia-Pacific and Europe, generally in the mid-to-high single-digit range, with larger increases on some bulk products. He said the price increases were smaller than those taken during the prior cost spike cycle and have been adopted with less pushback.
WD-40’s board also authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $100 million on June 15, 2026. The program has no expiration date, and repurchase timing and amounts will depend on market conditions and other factors.
About WD-40 NASDAQ: WDFCWD-40 Company, headquartered in San Diego, California, is best known for its flagship WD-40® Multi-Use Product, a water-displacing spray used for lubrication, rust prevention and cleaning. Since its introduction in 1953 by the Rocket Chemical Company, the WD-40 brand has become a household and industrial staple. Over time, the company has broadened its portfolio to include complementary maintenance and cleaning brands such as 3-IN-ONE® oils, Lava® hand cleaners, Solvol® solvents, Spot Shot® stain removers and X-14® cleaning products.
WD-40 Company distributes its products in more than 176 countries through retail, industrial and automotive channels.
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WD-40 Company (WDFC) Q3 2026 Earnings Call July 9, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
Company Participants
Wendy Kelley - Director of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
Steven Brass - CEO, President & Director
Sara Hyzer - CFO, VP of Finance & Treasurer
Conference Call Participants
Aaron Reed - Northcoast Research Partners, LLC
Michael Baker - D.A. Davidson & Co., Research Division
David Shakno - William Blair & Company L.L.C., Research Division
Daniel Rizzo - Jefferies LLC, Research Division
Linda Weiser - Water Tower Research LLC
Presentation
Operator
Good day, and welcome to WD-40 Company's Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Earnings Conference Call. Today's call is being recorded. [Operator Instructions]
I will now turn the call over to Wendy Kelley, Vice President, Stakeholder and Investor Engagement. Please go ahead.
Wendy Kelley
Director of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
Thank you, and good afternoon. Thank you for joining us today. On our call today are WD-40 Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, Steve Brass; and Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Sara Hyzer.
In addition to today's discussion, we encourage investors to review our earnings presentation, press release and Form 10-Q for the period ending May 31, 2026, available on our Investor Relations website at investor.wd40company.com. A replay and transcript of today's call will also be posted shortly. We will discuss certain non-GAAP measures today. Reconciliations to GAAP results are available in our SEC filings and earnings materials. Today's call also includes forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially. Please refer to the risk factors in our SEC filings for more information. Finally, please note that all information presented is current as of July 9, 2026, and we undertake no obligation to update forward-looking statements.
With that, I'll turn the call over to Steve.
Steven Brass
CEO, President & Director
Thanks, Wendy, and thanks to everyone for joining us
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Details of the case: According to the complaint, defendants provided overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Verra's relationship with Avis Budget Group ("Avis"), and in particular obtaining a contract extension with Avis. Further, the Company minimized concerns that major rent-a-cars could replace Verra with in-house solutions or outsourced alternatives. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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Cheng Chi Fung, the chief technology officer of Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (CRDO +2.69%), sold 31,290 ordinary shares on July 7 and July 8, according to an SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold31,290Shares sold (directly held)3,790Shares sold (indirectly held)27,500Transaction value$7.7 millionPost-transaction shares (directly held)140,358Post-transaction shares (indirectly held)5,882,370Post-transaction value$1.56 billionKey questionsWhat was the mechanism for these share sales?
The transactions were conducted pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by the Cheng Huang Family Trust on September 5, 2025. Such plans allow insiders to schedule trades in advance, providing a structured approach to liquidity that is independent of any immediate non-public information.How much equity does the Chief Technology Officer retain in the company?
Following this transaction, the insider retains a substantial stake of approximately 6 million shares. This includes roughly 140,000 shares held directly and about 5.9 million shares held indirectly, representing a total market value of $1.56 billion as of the July 8 market close.What is the nature of the indirect ownership mentioned in the filing?
The 27,500 shares sold indirectly were held by the Cheng Huang Family Trust, where the reporting person and his spouse serve as trustees. The trust's beneficiaries include the insider, his spouse, and their children, though the insider disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest.Has the stock performance influenced the context of this sale?
The sale occurred following a period of appreciation for the equity, which delivered a 177% return over the year ending July 8. However, because the sales were governed by a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan, the timing was predetermined rather than a discretionary reaction to the current market valuation.Company OverviewMetricValueShare Price (as of market close 2026-07-08)$258.69Market Capitalization$48.2 billionRevenue (TTM)$1.3 billionNet Income (TTM)$472.3 millionCompany SnapshotCredo Technology Group designs and delivers advanced high-speed connectivity solutions, including integrated circuits (ICs), active electrical cables (AECs), and SerDes chiplets for optical and electrical Ethernet applications.The company generates revenue through the development and sale of proprietary semiconductor and connectivity products that enable high-speed data transmission across enterprise, cloud, and telecommunications infrastructure.Credo serves global customers in the data center, telecommunications, and networking sectors, with operational presence across the United States, Mexico, Mainland China, Hong Kong, and other international markets.Credo Technology Group is a specialized semiconductor company. The company's competitive advantage derives from its proprietary serializer/deserializer (SerDes) technology platform, which addresses the critical infrastructure demands of high-speed connectivity in modern data centers and telecommunications networks. Credo operates as a fabless semiconductor designer focused on delivering differentiated solutions for the rapidly expanding optical and electrical Ethernet markets.
What this transaction means for investorsThis sale ultimately looks like a rounding error for this billionaire executive. The shares moved under a 10b5-1 plan the family trust adopted back in September 2025, and 31,290 shares works out to roughly half a percent of a position still worth $1.56 billion. When a co-founder keeps more than 6 million shares after a 177% run, the signal is closer to conviction than caution. Cheng built the SerDes technology this company runs on, and his stake was never going anywhere fast.
The results explain why. Revenue more than tripled to over $1.3 billion in fiscal 2026, and non-GAAP net income jumped more than fivefold to $662 million as AI data center buildouts soaked up Credo's connectivity products. CEO Bill Brennan called fiscal 2026 "another defining year for Credo," and guidance calls for $465 million to $475 million in revenue next quarter, another sequential step up from the fourth quarter's $437 million.
For long-term investors, the insider activity here is noise. The real question is price: after a 177% gain, the stock bakes in years of near-flawless execution, and any wobble in AI capital spending would hit a name like this hard.
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Eaton (ETN - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $405.83, moving +1.57% from the previous trading session. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.81% gain on the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.27%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.3%.
Shares of the power management company have appreciated by 6.42% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Industrial Products sector's gain of 0.86%, and the S&P 500's gain of 1.13%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Eaton in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $3.08, indicating a 4.41% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $8 billion, indicating a 13.88% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $13.33 per share and revenue of $31.8 billion, indicating changes of +10.44% and +15.87%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Eaton should also be noted by investors. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.06% higher. Right now, Eaton possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Eaton has a Forward P/E ratio of 29.97 right now. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 22.4, which means Eaton is trading at a premium to the group.
One should further note that ETN currently holds a PEG ratio of 2.57. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. The average PEG ratio for the Manufacturing - Electronics industry stood at 1.67 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Manufacturing - Electronics industry is part of the Industrial Products sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 157, this industry ranks in the bottom 37% of all industries, numbering over 250.
The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of our separate industry groups by calculating the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks contained within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Darren M. Rebelez, President and CEO of Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY 2.50%), reported a sale of 19,000 shares of common stock on July 7, 2026, according to a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summaryMetricValueTransaction value~$15.2 millionShares sold19,000Post-transaction shares (total)89,709Post-transaction shares (directly held)89,174Post-transaction shares (indirectly held)535Post-transaction value$71.95 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average sale price ($801.46); post-transaction value based on July 7, 2026 market close ($801.99).
Key questionsWhat is the significance of this divestment relative to the CEO's total position?
This sale represented 18% of Rebelez's direct common stock holdings and 17% of his reported equity in the company, though he maintains a substantial remaining stake valued at $71.95 million.How did the transaction price compare to subsequent market activity?
The shares were sold at a weighted average price of $801.46 per share, while the stock has since appreciated to $843.10 as of the July 8, 2026 market close.What is the current status of the CEO's indirect equity interests?
Following the transaction, 535 shares remain held indirectly through a 401k plan, where the reporting person maintains voting and tender rights.Does the CEO retain further equity incentives?
Yes, in addition to the 89,709 shares of common stock held, the CEO also holds derivative securities as of the July 9, 2026 filing.Company OverviewMetricValueShare Price (as of market close 2026-07-08)$843.10Market Capitalization$31.2 billionRevenue (TTM)$17.6 billionNet Income (TTM)$714.4 millionCompany SnapshotCasey's General Stores operates a network of convenience stores and gasoline stations, generating revenue through the sale of self-service gasoline, grocery items, freshly prepared food, beverages, tobacco products, health and beauty aids, and automotive products.The company operates a high-volume, convenience-based retail model that leverages its store network to drive customer traffic through competitive fuel pricing and in-store prepared food offerings, while generating margin expansion through non-fuel merchandise categories.Casey's serves convenience-oriented consumers seeking quick-service fuel and food solutions, with a primary customer base concentrated in rural and suburban markets across the United States.Casey's General Stores operates one of the largest convenience store chains in the United States. The company's competitive positioning is anchored in its integrated fuel and food service model, which drives operational efficiency and customer loyalty in underserved rural and suburban markets. With a market capitalization of roughly $30 billion and TTM net income of $714.4 million, Casey's demonstrates strong operational execution and financial performance within the specialty retail sector.
What this transaction means for investorsThis sale ultimately looks like a CEO cashing in winnings after a monster run, which isn’t unusual, even if the size deserves a closer look than a typical executive trim. At roughly $15.2 million, unloading 18% of a direct stake is more than housekeeping, but Rebelez still has $71.95 million riding on the stock plus derivative holdings. Taking profits after a 50% rally and the company's recent addition to the S&P 500 index is what rational diversification looks like.
It's hard to blame him for selling into strength. Casey's recently wrapped a record fiscal 2026 with earnings per share up 30.9% to $19.16, raised the dividend 14% for a 27th straight annual increase, and expanded its buyback authorization to $1 billion. Rebelez told investors that "inside same-store sales for the year were extremely strong," and guidance calls for 8% to 10% EBITDA growth plus at least 120 new stores in fiscal 2027.
For long-term investors, watch valuation, not the CEO. After a 50% run the stock has to keep earning its premium, and management's own outlook implies growth is moderating from fiscal 2026's 23% EBITDA pace.
Jonathan Ponciano has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Casey's General Stores. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Oneok Inc. (OKE - Free Report) closed at $89.50 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.82% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.81% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.27%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 1.3%.
Coming into today, shares of the natural gas company had gained 0.65% in the past month. In that same time, the Oils-Energy sector lost 3.61%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.13%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Oneok Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $1.41, reflecting a 5.22% increase from the same quarter last year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $10.81 billion, up 37.11% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $5.5 per share and revenue of $46.96 billion, which would represent changes of +1.48% and +39.64%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Oneok Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the past month, there's been no change in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Oneok Inc. is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Looking at its valuation, Oneok Inc. is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 16.57. This signifies a premium in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 14.12 for its industry.
Also, we should mention that OKE has a PEG ratio of 7.08. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Oil and Gas - Production Pipeline - MLB industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.33.
The Oil and Gas - Production Pipeline - MLB industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 79, this industry ranks in the top 33% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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On June 24, 2026, Elastic disclosed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") that, in connection with "a plan . . . intended to simplify team structures, reduce organizational complexity, improve decision-making speed, reallocate resources towards key growth areas, and invest in the skills and capabilities needed to support the Company's ongoing growth", Elastic "expects to reduce its workforce by approximately 7%." The Company said that it "expects to incur total non-recurring cash charges of approximately $22 million to $25 million under the plan, which will primarily consist of employee-related costs, including severance and other termination benefits." In the same press release, Elastic disclosed that "Ken Exner, the Company's Chief Product Officer, notified the Company of his decision to resign from his position as Chief Product Officer", effective July 17, 2026.
On this news, Elastic's stock price fell $5.11 per share, or 8.7%, to close at $53.60 per share on June 25, 2026.
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In the latest trading session, Deckers (DECK - Free Report) closed at $104.26, marking a +2% move from the previous day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.81%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.27%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.3%.
Coming into today, shares of the maker of Ugg footwear had lost 8.06% in the past month. In that same time, the Retail-Wholesale sector gained 0.24%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.13%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Deckers in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.92, down 1.08% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.02 billion, reflecting a 5.43% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $7.45 per share and revenue of $5.91 billion, which would represent changes of +6.13% and +8.05%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Deckers. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 0.18% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Deckers is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now.
Looking at its valuation, Deckers is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 13.72. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 16.12, so one might conclude that Deckers is trading at a discount comparatively.
One should further note that DECK currently holds a PEG ratio of 2.02. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.18 as trading concluded yesterday.
The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 53, which puts it in the top 22% of all 250+ industries.
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