Intuit letos klesl o více než 50 % kvůli obavám z AI, ale ve čtvrtletí překonal odhady a zvýšil výhled pro fiskální rok 2026. Tržby TurboTax vzrostly meziročně o 7 % a celoroční tržby za fiskální rok 2026 mají vzrůst o 13 % až 14 %.
It hasn't been a good year for Intuit (INTU 2.32%). The stock is down by more than 50% year to date as investors worry that artificial intelligence could weaken demand for many of the company's core products, including TurboTax.
However, a stock can only fall by so much before it's considered undervalued, especially given that Intuit is still gaining market share in key industries.
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A beat-and-raise quarter casts doubts on AI worries Intuit eased worries about AI competition by beating guidance and raising its outlook for the rest of its fiscal 2026. Notably, TurboTax revenue was up 7% year over year in a quarter that saw 10% overall revenue growth. Full-year fiscal 2026 sales are expected to increase by 13% to 14% year over year.
TurboTax also has a major growth engine that can accelerate future growth. Intuit said that TurboTax Live will make up more than half of total revenue and that fiscal 2026 will close up 38% year over year. TurboTax Live lets users connect with a professional tax expert who can assist when filing taxes. This service has been around for almost a decade and lets people find tax experts who can answer questions, review paperwork, or handle all the prep work, depending on the tier you choose.
People who enjoy working with tax professionals will likely stick with that route. It saves time, and people who work with the same tax professional come to trust that expert over time.
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Intuit isn't just TurboTax TurboTax is a major part of Intuit's business, but it's not the only software that is driving growth. TurboTax accounts for a little more than half of total revenue, and the other half is made up of many fast-growing businesses.
Global Business Solutions' revenue was up by 15% year over year, with QuickBooks Online Accounting leading the way with 22% year-over-year revenue growth. Intuit serves businesses that may need multiple software products. For instance, it is realistic for a business that uses QuickBooks to also have a Mailchimp subscription.
It's also similar on the consumer segment side. People who use TurboTax may also need to take out a loan or line of credit with Credit Karma.
Intuit has many synergies in its ecosystem, and many of them generate annual recurring revenue through subscription plans. That setup makes growth more scalable and predictable.
AI fears have driven Intuit's stock to a compelling 10 forward P/E ratio. Revenue and net income are still growing, despite the naysayers. It appears Intuit is due for a rebound, and subsequent earnings results may make that point clear.
Coinbase získala ve Spojeném království povolení nabízet oprávněným uživatelům deriváty a akcie vedle kryptoměn. Firma tím posiluje svou globální expanzi mimo USA.
Key Takeaways Coinbase secured UK approval to offer eligible users derivatives and equities alongside crypto.The UK is key as nearly 7 million adults own crypto and new rules are expected in October 2027.Coinbase is securing licenses globally to reduce U.S. reliance and broaden its customer base. Coinbase Global (COIN - Free Report) recently secured authorization to offer investment services in the United Kingdom, enabling eligible users to trade derivatives and equities alongside cryptocurrencies. The approval marks another milestone in Coinbase’s effort to build a comprehensive, globally regulated digital asset platform. As regulatory clarity improves across major markets, the company is strengthening its position as one of the few crypto-native firms capable of serving both institutional and retail clients within established regulatory frameworks.
The United Kingdom is a strategically important market, given its deep capital markets and leadership in fintech adoption. According to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), nearly 7 million UK adults already own crypto assets, while about 25% of non-owners say they would be more likely to invest under a clear regulatory framework. With the UK's comprehensive crypto regulations expected to take effect in October 2027, Coinbase is well-positioned to benefit from rising adoption. Its UK product suite now spans crypto trading, derivatives, equities, stablecoin payments, savings, borrowing, with tokenized real-world assets planned for the future.
The authorization also supports Coinbase's broader international expansion strategy. The company has steadily secured licenses across Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America, reducing reliance on the U.S. market while broadening its global customer base. Management described the approval as the largest expansion of Coinbase's UK offering since entering the market. More broadly, Coinbase is transforming from a crypto exchange into an "everything exchange," aiming to provide a unified platform for cryptocurrencies, derivatives, tokenized assets, stablecoins and, eventually, additional traditional financial products as regulations evolve.
What About COIN’s Peers? Circle Internet Group’s (CRCL - Free Report) international expansion strengthened its position as a global fintech powerhouse. By expanding its footprint across Europe, Asia and Latin America, Circle has gained stronger access to regulated digital markets. By accelerating global USDC adoption, Circle positions itself for sustained growth and leadership in the rapidly evolving digital financial ecosystem.
Robinhood Markets’ (HOOD - Free Report) international expansion enables it to tap into rising global retail investing demand. By establishing operations in the United Kingdom and Asia, Robinhood broadens revenue streams and reduces reliance on U.S. markets. With strategic acquisitions and regional hubs, Robinhood is well-positioned for sustained growth and a stronger presence in the global fintech landscape.
COIN’s Price PerformanceShares of COIN have lost 30.3% in the year-to-date period, underperforming the industry.
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COIN’s Expensive ValuationCOIN trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 51.72, significantly above the industry average of 9.6.
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Estimate Movement for COINThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for COIN’s second-quarter 2026 earnings per share (EPS) witnessed no movement in the last 30 days. While the consensus estimate for full-year 2026 EPS has witnessed no movement in the last 30 days, the same for 2027 has moved south in the same time frame.
Akcie The Trade Desk v červnu klesly o 16 % poté, co investoři dál pochybovali o růstovém potenciálu firmy a odešel šéf příjmů Anders Mortenson. Tržby mají v aktuálním čtvrtletí růst pod 10 %.
Shares of The Trade Desk (TTD 1.25%) were slumping again last month after the leading independent demand-side adtech platform (DSP) got swept up in the broader sell-off in software stocks as investors continue to doubt its growth potential amid rapidly deteriorating sales growth.
Perhaps, the worst news for the company was that Chief Revenue Officer Anders Mortenson was asked to leave the company after just seven months, a sign of disarray and the challenges The Trade Desk is facing.
While there were some positive news items, the overall trend was negative, and the stock finished the month down 16%, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
As you can see from the chart below, the stock fell in the first half of the month and remained down afterward.
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What's happening with The Trade Desk The Trade Desk is facing pressure from AI disruption, but it's less from start-ups like Anthropic and more from entrenched tech companies like Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta Platforms that are using AI automation tools to enhance their "walled gardens." Those three companies are the biggest digital ad platforms in the world, and are all outgrowing The Trade Desk, showing that they're taking market share from the adtech company.
Despite the pullback in the stock, there was some good news for The Trade Desk. The company reportedly settled its dispute with Publicis, one of the world's largest ad agency holding companies. Months ago, Publicis had told its clients to stop working with The Trade Desk after an audit showed unscrupulous practices such as improper billing, though that should no longer be a concern for investors.
The merger between Fox and Roku also seemed like a potential tailwind for The Trade Desk, and Benchmark reiterated a buy rating on the stock and a $30 price target, saying The Trade Desk is "critically important" to both Fox and Roku.
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What's next for The Trade Desk The Trade Desk is up 5% in July so far, gaining after a report in Bloomberg that said that Criteo, another adtech firm, was a buyout target for some private equity firms.
If there's a silver lining in the stock's collapse over the last year-and-a-half, it's that The Trade Desk is reasonably valued now at a price-to-earnings ratio of just 22, and it's solidly profitable. However, revenue growth is expected to fall below 10% in the current quarter and stay there.
If that doesn't change, it's hard to see the stock making a meaningful comeback.
Jeremy Bowman has positions in Amazon, Meta Platforms, Roku, and The Trade Desk. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, Roku, and The Trade Desk. The Motley Fool recommends Criteo. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
FuelCell Energy za měsíc od posledních výsledků přidala asi 48,4 % díky rostoucímu výhledu a silnému zájmu o datová centra. Tržby za 2. čtvrtletí ale klesly na 35,6 milionu USD a upravená ztráta činila 58 centů na akcii.
A month has gone by since the last earnings report for FuelCell Energy (FCEL - Free Report) . Shares have added about 48.4% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.
But investors have to be wondering, will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is FuelCell Energy due for a pullback? Well, first let's take a quick look at the most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent catalysts for FuelCell Energy, Inc. before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.
FuelCell Q2 Earnings MissFuelCell Energy posted a second-quarter fiscal 2026 adjusted loss of 58 cents per share, wider than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a 54-cent loss. The underperformance was tied largely to softer service and generation activity. Management attributed the service decline to the absence of module exchanges during the quarter, while generation revenue reflected lower operating output as the Groton project underwent repairs.
However, the bottom line improved from the year-ago adjusted loss of $1.79 on the back of cost reduction and operating efficiency.
Quarterly revenues came in at $35.6 million, below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $41 million and the year-ago sales of $37.4 million. Even so, contracted backlog remained sizable at more than $1.1 billion as of April 30, 2026.
FuelCell Energy generated $18 million of product revenues in the quarter, supported by scheduled module deliveries to Gyeonggi Green Energy in South Korea. Service revenues were $4.2 million, while generation revenues were $8.7 million and advanced technologies revenues were $4.7 million.
FuelCell Energy Leans Into Data Centers as Pipeline JumpsFCEL emphasized accelerating demand for behind-the-meter baseload power tied to AI and high-density data center buildouts. During the quarter, the company highlighted a 4-gigawatt proposal pipeline, with data centers accounting for roughly 89% of the total.
Management also pointed to a larger deal profile, with average proposal size rising to 130 megawatts as of May 1, 2026. The company believes its standardized 12.5-megawatt “FuelCell Energy Block” is designed to reduce repeat engineering and permitting work and support faster multi-megawatt deployments.
FCEL Takes a Large Hit From Groton-Related ChargesProfitability was weighed down by a significant non-cash impairment tied to the Groton project. The company recorded a $42.6 million impairment expense related to its decision to upgrade equipment at the 7.4-megawatt Groton Navy project to utilize three standard 2.5-megawatt blocks.
As a result, operating expenses rose to about $65 million in the quarter, and loss from operations widened to $77.9 million. While the impairment drove most of the year-over-year increase, management framed the upgrade as a reliability-focused decision tied to supporting a critical U.S. government asset.
FuelCell Energy’s Cash Position Strengthens After Equity SalesFuelCell Energy ended the quarter with $440.9 million in total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, including $373.2 million of unrestricted cash and $67.7 million of restricted cash.
The balance sheet benefited from equity issuance under the company’s at-the-market program. During the quarter, FCEL sold about 10.9 million shares at an average price of $9.45 per share for net proceeds of roughly $100.4 million, and it completed additional sales after quarter-end at a higher average price.
FCEL Scales Torrington Toward 500 MW of Annual CapacityFCEL is moving forward with manufacturing expansion at its Torrington, CT facility, initiating work to support an annualized production rate of up to 500 megawatts. The company reiterated an estimated total expansion cost of $200-$275 million, with execution expected over the next 24 months.
For fiscal 2026 specifically, management maintained its $20-$30 million capital spending plan tied to the ramp, while noting that capacity will be expanded in alignment with demand and structured capital support. Separately, the company reiterated a key profitability marker, targeting adjusted EBITDA positivity once it reaches consistent production volumes at or above a 100-megawatt annualized run rate.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?In the past month, investors have witnessed a upward trend in fresh estimates.
The consensus estimate has shifted 33.93% due to these changes.
VGM ScoresCurrently, FuelCell Energy has a nice Growth Score of B, however its Momentum Score is doing a bit better with an A. However, the stock was allocated a score of F on the value side, putting it in the bottom 20% quintile for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of C. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
OutlookEstimates have been trending upward for the stock, and the magnitude of this revision looks promising. It comes with little surprise FuelCell Energy has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). We expect an above average return from the stock in the next few months.
Applied Materials čeká, že tržby z advanced packaging v kalendářním roce 2026 vzrostou o více než 50 %. Pohání je poptávka po AI a nedostatek paměťových čipů v datacentrech.
Key Takeaways Applied Materials expects advanced packaging revenues to grow more than 50% in calendar 2026.AI demand and supply-constrained data center memory give AMAT an edge through 2026 and 2027.The NEXX acquisition and EPIC Center collaboration strengthen Applied Materials' packaging strategy. Applied Materials’ (AMAT - Free Report) advanced packaging has emerged as a major growth engine as the rapid build-out of AI computing infrastructure increases the need for higher system performance, power efficiency and cost optimization. In the advanced packaging space, AMAT has strong positions in high-bandwidth memory and 3D chiplet stacking. The company is well-positioned for upcoming packaging inflections.
AMAT is expected to gain tremendously as the data center memory space remains among the most supply-constrained markets amid the massive demand. The eventual ramp-up of memory chip production gives AMAT an edge throughout 2026 and 2027 as it is one of the leading process equipment suppliers in advanced packaging. The company expects its packaging revenues to grow more than 50% in 2026.
Applied Materials’ advanced packaging, alongside leading-edge foundry-logic and DRAM, are one of the three markets with the greatest impact on AI computing. Together, these areas are expected to account for more than 80% of year-over-year wafer fab equipment spending growth in 2026, with a similar profile expected in 2027.
AMAT already offers what it describes as the industry’s broadest portfolio for the emerging panel trend, spanning chemical vapor deposition, etch, physical vapor deposition, digital lithography, electrochemical deposition, and e-beam metrology and test. Now it plans to strengthen this portfolio through its acquisition of the NEXX business from ASMPT.
The combined portfolio of NEXX and AMAT is designed to help chipmakers and systems companies build larger AI accelerators with higher energy-efficient performance. Collaboration is another important element of Applied Materials’ packaging strategy. Through the EPIC Center, AMAT and SK hynix plan to work on next-generation DRAM, HBM and 3D advanced packaging. These factors establish AMAT at a sweet spot in the packaging business.
How Competitors Fare Against AMATAMAT’s broad portfolio positions the company to capture a larger share of customer spending as semiconductor manufacturing becomes increasingly materials-intensive while also keeping its competitors like Lam Research (LRCX - Free Report) and Camtek (CAMT - Free Report) at bay. The breadth of Applied Materials' portfolio also reduces its dependence on any single semiconductor technology cycle and supports stronger pricing power.
Camtek focuses on semiconductor inspection, metrology, advanced packaging and high-performance computing applications. Lam Research competes with Applied Materials across deposition and etch technologies, including advanced atomic layer deposition systems used in leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing.
AMAT’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of Applied Materials have surged 115.7% year to date compared with the Zacks Electronics - Semiconductors industry’s growth of 40.4%.
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From a valuation standpoint, Applied Materials trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 11.26X, higher than the industry’s average of 8.77X.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Applied Materials’ fiscal 2026 and 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 28% and 32%, respectively. The estimates for fiscal 2026 have been revised upward over the past 30 days.
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Applied Materials currently flaunts a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Carvana dokáže uzavřít celý maloobchodní cyklus s ojetinou už za 4,8 dne díky propojenému systému nákupu, repase, inzerce a doručení. ADESA Clear se mezitím stává klíčovou součástí jejího velkoobchodního modelu.
Key Takeaways Carvana's integrated retail system connects buying, reconditioning, listing and delivery in one process. CVNA uses ADESA Clear to support wholesale vehicle purchases and sells most wholesale inventory.Carvana is investing in technology, logistics and operations to improve efficiency and support growth. Carvana Co.’s (CVNA - Free Report) digital wholesale auction platform, ADESA Clear, has evolved into a key component of its operating model, with continued improvements in quality, scale and functionality. The platform is becoming an increasingly important part of Carvana's wholesale operations, supporting the purchase of vehicles through wholesale channels and the sale of most of those vehicles via ADESA Clear.
The company's long-term strategy centers on building a fully integrated automotive retail system that delivers a seamless customer experience for both sellers and buyers while minimizing the costs involved in vehicle transactions. Rather than treating each stage of the process as a separate operation, Carvana has developed an end-to-end system that connects every step, from purchasing a used vehicle to delivering it to its next owner. This integrated approach is designed to improve speed, reduce operational complexity and enhance overall efficiency.
One example of these operational improvements is Carvana's ability to complete the entire retail cycle in as little as 4.8 days. The process begins when a customer receives an online valuation for their vehicle and decides to sell it. It is followed by identity verification, title processing and scheduling either a vehicle pickup or customer drop-off. After receiving the vehicle, Carvana transports it to one of its inspection and reconditioning centers, where technicians evaluate its condition, perform the necessary repairs and prepare it for resale. The vehicle is then photographed, priced using automated systems and listed on the company's online marketplace.
Once another customer selects the vehicle, the purchase process is completed digitally, followed by delivery scheduling and transportation to the buyer. Completing all of these steps, from acquisition to final delivery, in less than five days highlights the efficiency of Carvana's logistics network, technology platform and reconditioning operations. Continued investments in technology, logistics and operations are aimed at further optimizing the system, improving efficiency and supporting the company's long-term growth. CVNA currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 (Strong Buy) Rank stocks here.
Other automotive retailers are also expanding their digital capabilities to simplify vehicle transactions and strengthen operating performance.
Lithia Motors, Inc.’s (LAD - Free Report) digital platforms, Driveway and GreenCars, are helping boost profitability and expand its market presence. These e-commerce platforms let customers buy, sell and service vehicles online. Early results from Lithia’s investment in Wheels, a top fleet management company, are also strong. Its minority stake in Wheels creates powerful synergies between retail and fleet operations. Together, these moves strengthen Lithia’s mobility ecosystem and support customer retention and long-term profitability.
Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (GPI - Free Report) is steadily improving its sales process through digital tools, moving beyond just generating online leads to closing deals faster and at lower cost. Virtual finance and insurance are now available in about one-third of Group 1’s U.S. stores and handle roughly 20% of deals there, with positive customer feedback and lower compensation costs. At the same time, tools like AcceleRide, along with AI-based scheduling and CRM platforms, are helping Group 1 work more efficiently, improve deal conversions and deliver more consistent performance across its dealerships over time.
Carvana’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesCarvana has underperformed the Zacks Internet – Commerce industry in the last six months. CVNA shares have plunged 27.1% compared with the industry’s decline of 7.2%.
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From a valuation perspective, Carvana appears overvalued. Going by its price/sales ratio, the company is trading at a forward sales multiple of 2.32, higher than its industry’s 1.91.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Carvana’s 2026 and 2027 EPS has moved up 6 cents and 5 cents, respectively, in the past 60 days.
Block & Leviton vyšetřuje Jefferies Financial Group kvůli možným porušením zákonů o cenných papírech a údajnému zamlčení expozice vůči First Brands Group. Akcie JEF 25. června klesly asi o 9 % na 52,64 USD.
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Block & Leviton is investigating whether Jefferies Financial Group and certain of its executives misled investors about the company's exposure to First Brands Group, a now-bankrupt auto-parts supplier, through Jefferies' asset-management unit, Point Bonita Capital. According to public reports, funds run by Point Bonita were owed roughly $715 million from companies that bought First Brands' parts, and questions have emerged over how much information Jefferies gave investors about that exposure. First Brands filed for bankruptcy in September 2025 amid accounting questions, and Jefferies later disclosed a $30 million loss tied to the collapse; the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly examining whether Jefferies adequately disclosed the risk. On June 25, 2026, after Jefferies reported quarterly results showing weaker asset-management fees and investment returns driven in part by Point Bonita, its stock fell about 9%, closing at $52.64 per share.
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Bank of America čeká u Warner Music Group ve 3. fiskálním čtvrtletí normalizaci tržního podílu po několika silných kvartálech. AI zůstává klíčovým tématem, protože může přinést nové možnosti monetizace hudby.
Warner Music Group Corp (NASDAQ:WMG) is expected to see a normalization in market share during its fiscal third quarter while continuing to benefit from broader growth trends in the music industry, according to Bank of America.
The bank maintained its 'Neutral' rating and $35 price objective on the company, writing that WMG’s upcoming results should reflect a return toward more typical market share levels after several quarters of stronger-than-usual performance.
Shares of WMG traded hands at $29 on Wednesday afternoon, down about 5% so far this year.
“WMG continues to see the benefit of PSM escalators and/or recent price increases, and after several quarters of robust market share, there has been some mean reversion toward other labels,” Bank of America wrote. The firm added that the shift had been well telegraphed following WMG’s fiscal second-quarter results.
Bank of America expects subscription streaming growth could accelerate later in the year, supported by an additional PSM agreement rolling into the fourth fiscal quarter. The firm noted that recent agreements with digital service providers (DSPs) have improved visibility into subscription streaming growth and, alongside cost-cutting initiatives, could support multi-year earnings growth.
The analyst also highlighted artificial intelligence as a key area of focus for investors, with the technology presenting both opportunities and risks for the music industry. While concerns remain around synthetic content and potential disruption to traditional music models, Bank of America wrote that AI could create new monetization opportunities.
The firm pointed to Spotify’s recent investor day, where the streaming platform outlined plans for a potential higher-priced AI and “superfan” subscription tier. However, Spotify has not yet reached an agreement with WMG, despite announcing a deal with Universal Music Group (AEX:UMG), which Bank of America believes would be necessary before such a product could launch.
“Although the structure of these agreements remains uncertain, we see a path to win-win outcomes if AI-enabled premium tiers can drive further monetization of music content,” the firm wrote.
Bank of America maintained its fiscal third-quarter estimates for WMG, forecasting revenue of $1.81 billion and adjusted operating income before depreciation and amortization (OIBDA) of $417 million. For fiscal 2026, the firm kept its revenue forecast at $7.29 billion and adjusted OIBDA estimate at $1.72 billion.
The bank said it continues to view the risk-reward profile for WMG shares as balanced at current levels, citing improved visibility from recent DSP agreements.
WTW za poslední tři měsíce přidala jen 1,1 %, zatímco odvětví vzrostlo o 9,4 %. Akcie se zároveň obchodují s forward P/E 14,07x, pod průměrem odvětví 16,57x.
Key Takeaways WTW is benefiting from specialty client wins, AI-driven productivity and demand for health consulting. Newfront is expected to add about $250 million of 2026 revenues despite a near-term EPS headwind. WTW returned $388 million to shareholders and expects at least $1 billion of buybacks in 2026. Shares of Willis Towers Watson Public Limited Company (WTW - Free Report) have gained 1.1% in three months compared with the industry’s growth of 9.4%.
WTW is well positioned for long-term growth, supported by continued margin expansion, AI-driven productivity initiatives, a strong specialty business pipeline, disciplined capital returns and earnings contributions from strategic acquisitions. The expected long-term earnings growth is pegged at 15.9%, better than the industry average of 13.6%.
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Shares of other insurance brokers like Aon plc. (AON - Free Report) and Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG - Free Report) and Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO - Free Report) have gained 10.6%, 16.6% and 3.2%, respectively, in the past three months.
WTW's Average Target Price Suggests UpsideBased on short-term price targets offered by 20 analysts, the Zacks average price target is $333.80 per share. The average suggests a potential upside of 13.6% from the last closing price.
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WTW’s ValuationShares of Willis Towers Watson are trading at a discount compared with the industry. Its forward price-to-earnings multiple of 14.07X is lower than the industry average of 16.57 X. It, however, has a Value Score of B.
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WTW’s Growth Projection EncouragesThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for Willis Towers Watson's 2026 earnings per share (EPS) indicates a year-over-year increase of 14.5%. The consensus estimate for 2026 revenues is pegged at $10.50 billion, implying a year-over-year improvement of 8.1%.
The consensus estimate for 2027 EPS and revenues indicates an increase of 13.3% and 5.2%, respectively, from the corresponding 2026 estimates.
Optimistic Analyst Sentiment on WTWFour of the five analysts covering the stock have raised estimates for 2026, while two of the four analysts have increased 2027 estimates over the past 60 days. Thus, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 and 2027 moved 0.3% and 0.1% north, respectively, over the last 60 days.
WTW’s Favorable Return on EquityWillis Towers Watson’s return on equity (ROE) of 21.5% for the trailing 12 months compared favorably with the industry’s 18.8%, reflecting the company’s efficiency in utilizing shareholders’ funds.
Factors Benefiting WTWWillis Towers continues to benefit from a healthy pipeline across its specialty businesses. Strong client wins in data centers, nuclear energy, surety, construction and commercial insurance, including a major Fortune 100 account, are expected to support revenue growth in the coming quarters. WTW is also re-entering the reinsurance market through a joint venture with Bain Capital, which is expected to be a roughly 30-cent headwind to adjusted EPS in 2026.
WTW's AI strategy and margin expansion remain key long-term growth drivers. Management expects AI-driven automation and analytics to improve productivity, strengthen client engagement and expand margins. It also expects continued annual margin expansion over the coming years.
The company’s acquisition of Newfront adds a technology-enabled, middle-market broker operating across both Health, Wealth & Career and Risk & Broking, aligning with WTW’s focus on specialization, innovation and efficiency. Management expects Newfront to contribute about $250 million of post-close revenues in 2026 with an adjusted EBITDA margin of nearly 26%, though it is expected to have an approximately 10-cent impact on adjusted EPS in 2026.
Rising healthcare costs and increasing benefit complexity are driving demand for WTW's health consulting, and the health segment revenue grew 6% during the first quarter of 2026. Management expects high-single-digit growth for 2026.
Willis Towers Watson's solid balance sheet and steady cash flow are expected to help the company deploy capital through buybacks, dividend payouts, debt repayments and acquisitions. The company returned $388 million to shareholders during the first quarter of 2026 through share repurchases and dividends, and expects share repurchases of $1 billion or greater in 2026.
Risks for WTWWTW's first-quarter organic revenue growth slowed due to project delays and softer market conditions. Prolonged weakness in organic growth could pressure revenue expansion and investor sentiment.
Wills Towers continues to face risks from geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, particularly in international markets, which may delay client spending and consulting projects.
Unfavorable exchange-rate movements could also negatively impact earnings and operating results despite the company's hedging programs.
ConclusionWillis Towers Watson boasts growth through AI initiatives, specialty insurance expansion, the Newfront acquisition, effective capital deployment and continued margin improvement. However, slower organic growth, geopolitical uncertainty and foreign exchange volatility remain key risks.
Its solid growth projections, optimistic analyst sentiment, cheap valuations and favorable ROE should continue to benefit Willis Towers Watson over the long term. The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Interparfums stále více těží z digitálního prodeje: Amazon U.S. a TikTok U.S. podporují růst v USA a oslovují mladší zákazníky. Be Delicious Core v 1. čtvrtletí 2026 vzrostl o 16 %.
Key Takeaways Interparfums is using digital commerce as shoppers move fragrance purchases to newer retail channels.Amazon and TikTok are boosting U.S. performance and helping Interparfums reach younger consumers.Cashmere Mist performs well online, while Be Delicious Core sales rebounded 16% in Q1 2026. Interparfums, Inc. (IPAR - Free Report) is increasingly leveraging digital commerce as consumer shopping habits reshape the global fragrance market. In the first quarter of 2026, the company indicated that more fragrance purchases are taking place through nontraditional retail channels such as Amazon, reflecting the growing role of digital marketplaces in product discovery and purchasing.
Consumers are increasingly discovering and engaging with fragrances through social media, major e-commerce platforms and other digital channels. This trend is also being supported by growing interest in personalized experiences, including fragrance layering and AI-driven product recommendations. Interparfums is aligning its brand strategy with these evolving consumer preferences while maintaining a consistent brand experience across digital and physical channels.
The importance of digital commerce is also evident across several brands. Donna Karan's Cashmere Mist deodorant continues to perform well on TikTok Shop and Amazon. The company also reported a 16% rebound in Be Delicious Core sales in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting improved momentum for the franchise.
Digital channels are becoming an increasingly important growth avenue in the United States, with Amazon U.S. and TikTok U.S. delivering stronger performance than several other regions. These platforms are also helping expand the company's reach among younger consumers.
As digital commerce continues to evolve, Interparfums is maintaining its focus on key online platforms where consumers increasingly discover and purchase prestige fragrances. Amazon and TikTok remain important channels for consumer engagement across several brands, reflecting the growing role of digital commerce within the company's distribution and brand-building efforts.
IPAR’s Zacks Rank & Share Price PerformanceShares of this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company have rallied 33.4% over the past three months, significantly outperforming the broader Consumer Discretionary sector, which declined 3.5% during the same period. Interparfums has also surpassed the industry and the S&P 500 index’s growth of 1.2% and 10.9%, respectively, during the same period.
IPAR Stock's Past 3 Months’ Performance
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Is IPAR a Value Play Stock?Interparfums currently trades at a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 23.66 compared with the industry average of 15.14 and the sector’s 16.59. This valuation places the stock at a noticeable premium relative to comparable peers and the sector overall.
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Other Stocks to ConsiderThe Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (EL - Free Report) manufactures, markets and sells skin care, makeup, fragrance and hair care products worldwide. It currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Estee Lauder’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings calls for growth of 4.5% and 59.6%, respectively, from the year-ago reported numbers. EL delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 39.1%.
Five Below, Inc. (FIVE - Free Report) operates as a specialty value retailer in the United States and currently flaunts a Zacks Rank #1. FIVE delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 70.1%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Five Below’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings calls for growth of 14.7% and 34.3%, respectively, from the year-ago reported numbers.
Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR - Free Report) is an operator of discount variety stores offering a broad assortment of everyday consumables and discretionary merchandise. DLTR currently carries a Zacks Rank #2. The company delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 32.1%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Dollar Tree’s current fiscal-year earnings and sales indicates growth of 21.4% and 6.5%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals.
Boston Beer podporuje marže cenami, úsporami v nákupech a optimalizací pivovarů. Růst má táhnout rozšiřování Sun Cruiser, Truly Unruly a Sinless Vodka Cocktails.
Key Takeaways SAM is leveraging pricing, procurement savings and brewery optimization to support margins.Boston Beer is expanding Sun Cruiser, Truly Unruly and Sinless Vodka Cocktails to drive growth. SAM is investing in core brands, Beyond Beer innovation and targeted marketing to strengthen long-term growth. The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (SAM - Free Report) has been making strategic initiatives to aid growth. SAM’s consistent focus on pricing, product innovation and growth of non-beer categories, alongside brand development, bodes well. Boston Beer continues to benefit from strategic pricing actions, procurement savings, brewery optimization and revenue-management initiatives that help offset inflationary and tariff-related cost pressures.
Ongoing efficiency improvements across brewing operations, procurement, waste reduction and network optimization are enhancing operating leverage, while modest pricing and a favorable product mix are expected to further support margin expansion.
Product innovation remains a key pillar of Boston Beer’s growth strategy. The company is broadening its offerings with new flavors, pack sizes and premium products across its major brands. The strong momentum of Sun Cruiser, expansion of Truly Unruly, continued innovation in Twisted Tea and the wider rollout of Sinless Vodka Cocktails position the company to capture evolving consumer preferences and benefit from growth in the ready-to-drink beverage market.
Boston Beer is executing a strategy focused on strengthening its core brands, expanding the Beyond Beer portfolio and driving profitable growth. The company continues to invest in brand equity, introduce new product formats, expand Truly Unruly, support Samuel Adams through targeted marketing and capitalize on major events to increase brand visibility. These initiatives are expected to reinforce its long-term growth prospects.
Boston Beer is focused on the revival of its Samuel Adams and Angry Orchard brands, cost-saving initiatives and long-term innovation. The company believes that there is an opportunity for Hard Mountain Dew, within the expanded pack sizes and channels, with convenience stores. Such efforts are likely to bolster SAM’s profitability.
SAM’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of Boston Beer have lost 11.9% year to date compared with the industry’s growth of 8.9%.
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From a valuation standpoint, SAM trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 17.32X compared with the industry’s average of 14.99X.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for SAM’s 2026 earnings per share (EPS) indicates a drop of 1.2% year over year while that of 2027 indicates year-over-year growth of 15.9%. The company’s EPS estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been stable in the past 30 days.
Boston Beer stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Stocks to Consider in the Consumer Staples SpaceThe Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF - Free Report) , which is a distributor of specialty food products in the United States, currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Chefs' Warehouse's current financial-year sales indicates growth of 8.3% from the prior-year level. CHEF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 28.9%, on average.
Nomad Foods Limited (NOMD - Free Report) , which manufactures and distributes frozen foods, currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The consensus estimate for Nomad Foods’ current financial-year sales is expected to rise 0.5% from the year-ago reported figure. NOMD delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 8.6%, on average.
Medifast, Inc. (MED - Free Report) , which is a leading manufacturer and distributor of clinically-proven healthy living products and programs, currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. MED delivered an average earnings surprise of 65.5% in the last reported quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Medifast’s current financial-year sales indicates a decline of 26% from the year-ago number.
NFG rozšiřuje plynovodní a skladovací kapacity; projekty Tioga Pathway a Shippingport Lateral mají od konce roku 2026 přidat 395 000 Dth/den, z toho Tioga Pathway 190 000 Dth/den a Shippingport Lateral 205 000 Dth/den. Firma plánuje ve fiskálním roce 2026 investice ve výši 210–250 mil. USD.
Key Takeaways NFG is expanding pipeline and storage assets to boost capacity, reliability and regulated earnings. Tioga Pathway and Shippingport Lateral are expected to add 395,000 Dth/day of capacity in late 2026. NFG plans $210-$250M in fiscal 2026 Pipeline & Storage spending to support rate base growth. National Fuel Gas (NFG - Free Report) is strengthening its pipeline network through pipeline and storage expansion projects and ongoing infrastructure modernization. These investments expand transportation capacity, enhance pipeline reliability and drive long-term regulated earnings growth.
National Fuel Gas is progressing with the Shippingport Lateral and Tioga Pathway expansion projects, both of which are expected to begin service in late 2026. Tioga Pathway is expected to provide 190,000 dekatherms per day (Dth/day) of capacity, while Shippingport Lateral is projected to add 205,000 Dth/day of transportation capacity. The company has launched the Line N System Upgrade Project, which will add 94,000 Dth/day of transportation capacity under a long-term contract with an investment-grade customer. The project replaces aging pipelines, improves system reliability and is expected to begin service in late 2028, supporting stable long-term cash flows.
National Fuel Gas aims to invest in the $210-$250 million range in Pipeline & Storage projects in fiscal 2026, supporting 5-7% long-term rate base growth and driving steady earnings expansion. NFG currently has 77 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of natural gas storage capacity and specializes in underground storage of natural gas.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”), nearly 44.9 bcf per day of new pipeline capacity is planned for 2026-2027. Favorable industry trends and NFG's disciplined capital investment plans are expected to support long-term Pipeline & Storage expansion and earnings growth.
Investments in Pipeline & Storage Boost Midstream OperationsAccording to the U.S. EIA, pipeline investments enhance transportation efficiency, reduce bottlenecks and improve energy delivery reliability. These investments also support rising oil and natural gas production, strengthen long-term fee-based cash flows and enhance connectivity among production regions, storage facilities and end markets.
Kinder Morgan (KMI - Free Report) is expanding its natural gas network through the Gulf Coast Express expansion, South System Expansion, Trident and Mississippi Crossing, increasing pipeline capacity, meeting rising power demand and supporting fee-based growth.
Energy Transfer LP (ET - Free Report) continues to expand its natural gas pipeline network through the Desert Southwest Pipeline, Hugh Brinson Pipeline and Mustang Draw projects, increasing transportation capacity and supporting EBITDA and cash flow growth.
NFG’s Earnings EstimatesThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 and 2027 earnings per share indicates an increase of 9.70% and 4.98%, respectively, year over year.
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NFG’s Returns on Equity (ROE)National Fuel Gas' trailing-12-month ROE is 20.62%, higher than the industry average of 10.94%.
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NFG’s Stock Price PerformanceIn the past month, the company’s shares have risen 4.2% against the industry’s 6.3% fall.
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NFG’s Zacks RankNFG currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Lennox zveřejní výsledky za 2. čtvrtletí 2026 před otevřením trhu ve středu 29. července. Téhož dne proběhne i konferenční hovor k výsledkům a výhledu.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox (NYSE: LII), a leader in energy-efficient building and home comfort solutions, will report second quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. An earnings conference call and webcast are scheduled for the same day at 8:30 a.m. Central Time. CEO Alok Maskara and CFO Michael Quenzer will provide a summary of the company's financial results and outlook, followed by a question-and-answer session.
To participate in the earnings conference call, please call 800-267-6316 (U.S.) or +1 203-518-9783 (international) at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and use conference ID LIIQ226. The conference call will also be webcast live at www.investor.lennox.com.
A replay of the conference call will be available until August 5, 2026, by calling toll-free 800-839-5484 (U.S.) or +1 402-220-1522 (international). The call also will be archived on the company's investor relations website.
About Lennox
Lennox (NYSE: LII) is a leader in energy-efficient building solutions and is committed to creating healthier and more comfortable environments. Serving residential and commercial customers, the company delivers innovative heating, cooling, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and water heating systems. Through trusted products, parts, and services, and advanced technology, Lennox delivers connected solutions that support the full lifecycle of customer needs. Additional information is available at www.lennox.com.
Vertiv otevřel v Johoru v Malajsii nový výrobní závod pro AI a vysokohustotní výpočetní infrastrukturu v regionu APAC. Bude vyrábět napájecí, chladicí a integrovaná řešení včetně kapalinového chlazení.
Key Takeaways VRT expanded in Johor to boost AI and high-density computing infrastructure capacity across APAC. The site will make power, cooling and integrated infrastructure solutions, including liquid cooling systems. VRT shares have surged 88.6% year to date, while its Price/Book valuation stands above the sector. Vertiv (VRT - Free Report) is benefiting from the accelerating global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and its expansion in Malaysia is a strategic move to capture growth in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. In the first quarter of 2026, Vertiv reported robust organic sales growth across multiple regions, with the Americas leading at 44% organic growth and APAC up 12%. In 2026, the company expects high-30s organic growth in the Americas, mid-20s in APAC and a return to growth in EMEA in the second half of the year.
The expansion in Malaysia is part of VRT’s broader strategy to increase its manufacturing and service footprint across APAC. The company recently opened a new manufacturing facility in Johor, Malaysia, expanding its production capacity to meet rising demand for AI and high-density computing infrastructure across Asia. The site strengthens Vertiv’s regional manufacturing, engineering, logistics and deployment capabilities while enhancing supply-chain resilience.
It will manufacture advanced power, cooling and integrated infrastructure solutions, including liquid cooling systems and prefabricated power modules, supported by full-scale testing. The expansion is expected to accelerate the deployment of AI-ready data centers, reduce implementation risks and improve customer responsiveness across Southeast Asia, North Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
This expansion is part of a larger strategy at Vertiv to increase manufacturing capacity to meet rising demand in AI infrastructure. Its strong portfolio will continue to benefit the company’s top-line growth. For the second quarter of 2026, revenues are expected to be between $3.25 billion and $3.45 billion, reflecting confidence in sustained AI infrastructure spending.
VRT Faces Stiff CompetitionVertiv faces intense competition from Super Micro Computer (SMCI - Free Report) and Amphenol (APH - Free Report) . Both Super Micro Computer and Amphenol are expanding their AI infrastructure portfolios.
Super Micro Computer continues to broaden its AI infrastructure offerings through collaborations with AMD, Arm and NVIDIA. The company has introduced new rack-scale AI platforms and data center building blocks designed to accelerate the deployment of large-scale AI and agentic AI workloads, intensifying competition in AI-ready infrastructure.
Amphenol is also benefiting from rising AI infrastructure investments. In the first quarter of 2026, IT datacom accounted for approximately 41% of sales and grew 81% organically year over year, driven by accelerating investments in AI data centers and strong demand for high-speed connectivity and interconnect solutions.
Vertiv’s Share Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesVRT’s shares have surged 94.4% in the year-to-date (YTD) period compared with the broader Zacks Computer & Technology sector's 14.7% growth. The Zacks Computers - IT Services industry declined 23.3% in the same time frame.
VRT's YTD Stock Performance
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Vertiv stock is trading at a premium, with a trailing 12-month Price/Book of 27.65X compared with the sector’s 10.63X. VRT has a Value Score of D.
VRT Valuation
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings is pegged at $6.38 per share, which has increased 3.73% over the past 30 days. This indicates a 51.90% increase from the reported figure of 2025.
Vertiv currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Uranium Energy Corp. posiluje sázku na americký jaderný palivový řetězec: prostřednictvím UR&C chystá konverzní závod v USA, ale licence a výběr lokality teprve čekají.
Key Takeaways UEC is tying U.S. uranium production to a broader nuclear fuel and critical-minerals strategy.UEC's UR&C is pursuing a U.S. conversion facility, with licensing steps still ahead.UEC's growth hinges on permits, wellfield performance, site selection and construction timing. Uranium Energy Corp. (UEC - Free Report) is increasingly tied to a broader U.S. nuclear fuel and critical-minerals story. The company has moved beyond a simple uranium price trade by pairing domestic in-situ recovery production with a proposed conversion platform.
That strategy gives UEC a place in supply-security discussions. Investors still need to separate the long-term theme from near-term execution.
How UEC Fits the U.S. Fuel Security PushUEC holds what it describes as the largest uranium resource base and most licensed production capacity in the United States. Its Wyoming and South Texas hub-and-spoke in-situ recovery operations total about 12 million pounds of licensed annual capacity.
The operating model matters because multiple mines can feed central processing infrastructure. Christensen Ranch is processed through the Irigaray Central Processing Plant, while Burke Hollow and Palangana feed the Hobson Processing Facility.
Cameco Corporation (CCJ - Free Report) provides a useful industry reference point because it is a large uranium and nuclear fuel supplier with exposure across the global fuel cycle. That makes Cameco a benchmark for assessing how far UEC must still go to turn domestic resources into durable fuel-cycle earnings.
Why Uranium Energy Is Chasing Conversion CapacityUEC’s next strategic layer is United States Uranium Refining & Conversion Corp., or UR&C. The subsidiary is pursuing a new uranium refining and conversion facility in the United States, which would move the company beyond mining and yellowcake production.
UR&C has received a U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission docket number for the planned conversion facility. Engineering and design work with Fluor is continuing, and the formal license application is expected after design work is completed and a site is selected.
Management views Western conversion capacity as an acute bottleneck. Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU - Free Report) , which is focused on nuclear fuel and high-assay low-enriched uranium, shows why investors are watching fuel-cycle infrastructure beyond mining.
UEC Growth Trend Depends on Permits and TimingPolicy support does not eliminate the need for approvals, construction and wellfield performance. At Christensen Ranch, three new header houses in Wellfield 11 began production late in the third quarter of fiscal 2026 after state approval, while one more was complete and awaiting approval.
Sweetwater reinforces the same point. The Wyoming project has FAST-41 transparency status, and the Bureau of Land Management completed its completeness review of UEC’s Plan of Operations for in-situ recovery operations.
Those milestones are useful, but timing remains central to the investment case. Site selection, licensing and construction will determine when strategic projects can shift from policy-aligned assets to economic contributors.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for UEC for fiscal 2026 is currently pegged at a loss of 19 cents per share, wider than the loss of 17 cents reported in fiscal 2025. The consensus for fiscal 2027 also suggests a loss of 11 cents per share, as shown in the chart below.
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How Uranium Energy Adds Critical Mineral ExposureUEC’s Alto Paraná project in Paraguay gives the company an adjacent critical-minerals angle through titanium and vanadium. An independent report concluded that the project could contribute to the security and diversification of U.S. supply chains.
The preliminary economic assessment included two development cases. The first showed an net present value (NPV) of $419 million and a 21% post-tax internal rate of return, while the larger-scale case showed an NPV of $1.55 billion and a 25% post-tax internal rate of return.
That optionality broadens UEC’s strategic narrative. It does not replace the core uranium thesis, but it gives investors another asset tied to supply-chain diversification.
What UEC’s Ratings Say About This Trend TradeThe bottom line is that UEC’s thematic reach is expanding faster than its near-term stock signal. The company has licensed U.S. capacity, a conversion initiative and critical-mineral exposure, but investors still need proof that execution can become steadier.
UEC currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell). That short-term rating points to caution over the next one to three months, particularly while the company is still working through production variability, cost pressure and licensing milestones.
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The Zacks Style Scores reinforce that view. UEC has a VGM Score of F, Value Score of F, Growth Score of F and Momentum Score of D. Since higher Style Scores are generally more favorable, these weak grades suggest a less attractive setup across valuation, growth and price-action factors.
For now, the U.S. nuclear fuel and critical-minerals theme gives UEC a clearer strategic identity. The stock still needs cleaner execution, better momentum and more durable earnings support before that theme translates into a stronger signal.
Datadog v 1. čtvrtletí zvýšil tržby o 32 % na 1,006 miliardy USD a poprvé překonal 1 miliardu USD za čtvrtletí. Výhled na celý rok 2026 počítá s tržbami 4,30–4,34 miliardy USD.
Key Takeaways Datadog topped $1 billion in quarterly revenues as first-quarter 2026 sales rose 32% year over year.DDOG unveiled 100 plus AI and security capabilities and acquired Adaptive ML to expand AI agents.Datadog forecasts 2026 revenues of $4.30-$4.34B despite margin, competition and macro risks. Datadog (DDOG - Free Report) shares have surged 88.7% year to date, comfortably outpacing the Zacks Computer and Technology sector's 14.8% growth and the Zacks Internet Software industry's 8% decline over the same stretch of trading.
The rally reflects growing investor confidence in Datadog's role as a core observability and security platform for enterprises navigating increasingly complex, AI-driven infrastructure. With first-quarter 2026 results confirming accelerating growth and management issuing upbeat forward guidance, the near-term setup still looks favorable for investors willing to ride out some volatility, even as rising costs and intensifying competition warrant a genuinely watchful eye.
DDOG Outperforms Sector, Peers YTD
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Catalysts Fuelling DDOG’s RallyDatadog's first-quarter 2026 results showed revenues climbing 32% year over year to $1,006 million, marking the company's first quarter above $1 billion and a sequential acceleration from 29% growth in the prior period. Customers with annual recurring revenues of $100,000 or more grew 21% year over year to about 4,550. Non-GAAP operating margin held at 22%, while free cash flow reached $289 million.
Momentum has continued into the current quarter. Last month, Datadog hosted its DASH 2026 conference, unveiling more than 100 new capabilities to help customers manage growing AI and security complexity, including expanded agentic tooling. On June 30, the company announced its acquisition of Adaptive ML, a startup building a Reinforcement Learning Operations platform, which will join Datadog AI Research to accelerate work on specialized AI agents trained on real-world observability signals. The company also achieved FedRAMP High certification during the quarter and launched GPU Monitoring to help customers better manage AI infrastructure spend.
Forward-Looking Guidance by DDOG Holds PromiseFor the second quarter of 2026, Datadog guided revenues between $1.07 billion and $1.08 billion, non-GAAP operating income to be $225-$235 million, and non-GAAP earnings per share between 57 cents and 59 cents.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate calls for 2026 revenues of $4.34 billion, up 26.62% year over year, with earnings pegged at $2.41 per share, up 17.56%, suggesting the current valuation gap is arguably well justified by Datadog's faster, AI-driven observability growth trajectory relative to the broader field.
For full-year 2026, management projected revenues between $4.30 billion and $4.34 billion, non-GAAP operating income to be $940-$980 million, and non-GAAP earnings per share between $2.36 and $2.44, underscoring continued confidence in sustained double-digit growth.
Headwinds Worth MonitoringDespite the strong trajectory, risks remain. GAAP operating margin was just 1% in the quarter, reflecting heavy stock-based compensation and continued R&D investment, including newly absorbed costs tied to the Adaptive ML deal. Continued reliance on large enterprise deals also introduces some lumpiness to quarterly bookings, and management has flagged macro uncertainty tied to trade policy and IT spending as ongoing watch items.
Valuation and Competitive LandscapeDatadog carries a Zacks Value Score of F, trading at a forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 19.2X, well above the industry median of 4.78X. That steep premium reflects Datadog's notably stronger growth profile relative to slower-growing peers, whose more modest multiples mirror decelerating or largely flat expansion.
DDOG’s P/S Valuation
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DDOG faces significant competition from the likes of International Business Machines (IBM - Free Report) , Cisco Systems (CSCO - Free Report) and Dynatrace Software (DT - Free Report) , among others. Cisco Systems has advanced 45.2%, while Dynatrace has gained 4.1% and International Business Machines has returned 3.4%, highlighting Datadog's clear outperformance against all three legacy and pure-play rivals alike.
Cisco Systems leans on its deep network-layer footprint and hardware relationships to push observability bundles into existing accounts, while Dynatrace differentiates through AI-driven causal analytics aimed squarely at large enterprise customers. International Business Machines folds observability into its broader hybrid-cloud and consulting stack, giving it reach but comparatively less focus. Datadog's unified platform keeps winning share, though Cisco Systems, Dynatrace, and International Business Machines each retain entrenched enterprise relationships that keep the observability and security market intensely contested heading into the second half of 2026.
ConclusionWith accelerating revenue growth, robust guidance and steady AI-driven innovation spanning GPU monitoring, agentic security tooling and the Adaptive ML acquisition, Datadog's growth story remains firmly intact. Despite thin GAAP margins and a crowded competitive field, the near-term outlook still tilts favorably enough for patient, growth-oriented investors to consider Datadog.
DDOG currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and a Growth Score of A, a favorable combination that offers a strong investment opportunity per the Zacks proprietary methodology. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Valmont zvýšil výhled zisku na rok 2026 a výhled tržeb v segmentu Infrastructure díky silné poptávce po utilitní infrastruktuře a lepším maržím. Kapacita se rozšířila o zhruba 95 milionů USD ročních tržeb.
Key Takeaways Valmont Industries is benefiting from strong utility infrastructure demand and multi-year grid investments.VMI improved margins through restructuring, AI-enabled planning and added capacity, boosting efficiency.VMI raised 2026 earnings guidance and Infrastructure revenue outlook on stronger execution and demand. Valmont Industries, Inc.’s (VMI - Free Report) shares have rallied 34.1% year to date. While the company has underperformed the Zacks Steel - Pipe and Tube industry's rise of 40.1%, it topped the S&P 500's gain of 10.4%.
The rally has been driven by Valmont’s successful implementation of operational improvement strategy, robust demand in the Utility end-market, increased 2026 earnings guidance and upward revisions in earnings estimates that have strengthened the company’s long-term growth outlook.
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Let’s take a look at the factors that are driving VMI stock.
Robust Utility Demand and Margin Gains Drive VMI's UpsideValmont Industries' rally has been primarily driven by robust utility infrastructure demand and the company's operational improvement initiatives. The Infrastructure segment continues to benefit from a multi-year investment cycle supported by grid modernization, electrification and rising electricity demand from AI-driven data centers.
Management expects approximately $1.4 trillion of U.S. grid investments through 2030, creating a strong pipeline for transmission, distribution and substation projects. This resulted in healthy backlog growth, improving revenue visibility and higher confidence in sustained demand.
At the same time, VMI has significantly strengthened profitability through restructuring, productivity improvements and strategic capacity expansion. Corporate expenses declined as restructuring initiatives streamlined operations.
Brownfield expansion projects added approximately $95 million in annual revenue capacity. The company has also removed production bottlenecks, implemented AI-enabled scheduling and planning tools, and continued operational excellence initiatives that have improved manufacturing efficiency. These efforts have driven some of the strongest Infrastructure segment margins in recent years while positioning the company to capitalize on rising utility demand.
Reflecting the combined benefits of demand trends and improved execution, management raised its 2026 earnings guidance and increased Infrastructure segment revenue expectations. With expanding capacity, higher operating efficiency, improving margins and sustained exposure to long-term utility infrastructure investments, VMI remains well positioned to deliver higher revenue and earnings growth over the coming years.
VMI’s Zacks Rank & Other Key PicksVMI currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Some other top-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Albemarle Corporation (ALB - Free Report) , Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS - Free Report) and Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. (ASM - Free Report) .
While ALB sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present, CRS and ASM carry a Zacks Rank #2 each. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ALB’s 2026 earnings is pinned at $12.98 per share, indicating a 1,743.04% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed one, with an average surprise of 74.5%. ALB’s shares have jumped 90.5% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CRS’ 2026 earnings is pegged at $10.56 per share, indicating a rise of 41.18% year over year. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 8.95%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ASM’s current fiscal-year earnings is pinned at 34 cents per share, indicating a 17.24% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 125%. ASM’sshares have gained 86.4% over the past year.
Oceaneering získala od Petrobras čtyřletý kontrakt na ROV služby u pobřeží Brazílie, který má začít v roce 2027. Dodá dvě work-class ROV soupravy a specializované nástroje.
Key Takeaways Oceaneering won a four-year Petrobras contract to provide offshore Brazil ROV services from 2027.OII will supply two work-class ROV systems and specialized tooling for offshore subsea operations.Oceaneering's Brazil team will execute the project using local expertise and established infrastructure Oceaneering International, Inc. (OII - Free Report) has strengthened its position as a leading subsea technology and offshore services provider after the Brazilian subsidiary, Marine Production Systems do Brasil LTDA (“MPS”), secured a new contract from Petrobras (PBR - Free Report) to deliver remotelyoperated vehicle (“ROV”) services offshore Brazil. The four-year agreement represents a significant milestone in Oceaneering’s continued support of complex deepwater operations and reinforces its long-standing partnership with one of the world’s largest offshore energy companies.
The contract was awarded following a competitive tender process and is expected to begin operations in 2027. Under the agreement, Oceaneering will provide advanced subsea capabilities designed to support Petrobras’ offshore intervention, installation and abandonment activities. The project highlights the increasing importance of reliable subsea robotics, specialized tooling and operational expertise in the development and maintenance of deepwater energy infrastructure.
Advanced ROV Solutions to Support Petrobras’ Offshore ActivitiesAs part of the contract, Oceaneering will supply two work-class ROV systems along with specialized tooling packages developed to support demanding offshore tasks. These advanced robotic systems will provide critical underwater capabilities, enabling precise inspection, intervention, monitoring and positioning support in challenging subsea environments.
The ROV technology will be deployed from AKOFS Offshore’s subsea engineering support vessel Aker Wayfarer, which Petrobras has contracted to perform a range of offshore intervention, installation and abandonment support scopes. By combining a highly capable subsea vessel with Oceaneering’s robotic technologies and engineering expertise, the project will deliver an integrated solution for complex offshore operations.
Oceaneering’s local Brazilian team will execute the project, bringing extensive regional knowledge, technical expertise and operational experience to Petrobras’ offshore campaigns. The use of a locally established team also supports efficient project execution while maintaining the high safety and performance standards required for deepwater activities.
Strengthening a Long-Term Partnership With PetrobrasOceaneering has supported Petrobras’ subsea engineering campaigns for more than a decade, establishing a strong relationship built on technical reliability, innovation and operational excellence. The latest contract award further expands this collaboration and provides additional long-term visibility in Brazil’s important deepwater market.
Simao Silva, Brazil country manager at Oceaneering, highlighted the importance of the agreement, noting that the award reflects Petrobras’ continued confidence in its ability to provide advanced subsea solutions for complex offshore environments.
The partnership demonstrates the value of combining global technology capabilities with local expertise. Through years of supporting offshore projects in Brazil, Oceaneering has developed a deep understanding of regional operational requirements and the technical challenges associated with deepwater energy production.
Oceaneering’s Nearly Three Decades of Operations in BrazilOceaneering has maintained a presence in Brazil for nearly three decades, developing a comprehensive infrastructure network to support offshore energy activities. Through MPS, the company operates multiple facilities that provide specialized services, including ROV operations, survey services, subsea intervention tooling and engineered solutions.
The company’s Brazilian operations include a dedicated center for ROV, Survey, Subsea Intervention Tooling and Engineered Solutions, as well as an Onshore Remote Operations Center located in Macaé. These facilities support offshore projects through advanced engineering, remote monitoring capabilities, equipment preparation and technical services.
Oceaneering also operates an umbilical manufacturing plant in Niterói, strengthening its ability to provide integrated subsea solutions within the Brazilian market. This local infrastructure enables the company to respond efficiently to the needs of offshore operators while supporting the country’s evolving energy sector.
Delivering Technology-Driven Offshore Energy SolutionsOceaneering’s latest Petrobras contract reflects its broader mission of delivering engineered services, advanced products and robotic solutions across multiple industries. The company combines decades of subsea experience with innovative technologies to improve offshore safety, efficiency and reliability.
Work-class ROV systems play a vital role in modern offshore operations by allowing operators to perform underwater activities with precision and reduced risk. These systems support essential tasks such as subsea inspection, equipment installation, maintenance activities and intervention operations at significant depths.
Through continuous investment in technology and skilled personnel, Oceaneering continues to advance the capabilities available to offshore operators worldwide. This agreement demonstrates how sophisticated robotics, engineering expertise and local operational knowledge can work together to support increasingly complex offshore projects.
Strong Future for Subsea Services in BrazilBrazil remains one of the world’s most important deepwater energy markets, with significant offshore resources and a growing demand for advanced subsea technologies. Oceaneering’s expanded collaboration with Petrobras positions it to continue contributing to major offshore developments while supporting safe and efficient operations.
The new four-year contract reinforces Oceaneering’s reputation as a trusted subsea services provider and highlights the company’s ability to deliver specialized solutions for challenging marine environments. With experienced teams, established facilities and advanced robotic technologies, Oceaneering is prepared to support the next generation of offshore operations in Brazil.
Through this agreement, Oceaneering and Petrobras continue a partnership focused on innovation, reliability and operational excellence, helping drive the future of deepwater subsea engineering and offshore energy development.
OII's Zacks Rank & Key PicksCurrently, OII and PBR have a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) each.
Investors interested in the energy sector might look at some better-ranked stocks like Paramount Resources (PRMRF - Free Report) and Cenovus Energy (CVE - Free Report) , each sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Paramount Resources is valued at $2.83 billion. It is a Canadian energy company focused on the exploration, development and production of natural gas, crude oil and natural gas liquids. Paramount Resources stock has delivered 28.9% total return over the past year.
Cenovus Energy is valued at $45.32 billion. It is a Canadian integrated energy company engaged in the production of crude oil and natural gas, as well as refining, upgrading and marketing petroleum products, operating across Canada, the United States and the Asia-Pacific region. Cenovus Energy stock has delivered a 72.6% total return over the past year.
BridgeBio závisí hlavně na Attruby, která v roce 2025 přinesla tržby 362,4 milionu USD a v 1. čtvrtletí roku 2026 téměř 181 milionů USD. Firma zároveň chystá tři možná uvedení na americký trh v příštích 12 měsících.
Key Takeaways BridgeBio's Attruby became its main revenue driver after strong early sales following FDA approval.BBIO targets three potential U.S. launches over 12 months, led by BBP-418 under priority review.BBIO boosted liquidity with $1B financing, but debt, competition and pipeline risks remain. BridgeBio Pharma (BBIO - Free Report) is moving from a launch-driven story toward a broader commercial execution test. Attruby has quickly become the company’s financial backbone, while late-stage pipeline assets could add new revenue streams.
The stock’s outlook now depends on whether BridgeBio can scale Attruby, convert upcoming regulatory catalysts into launches and manage risks tied to a leveraged rare disease growth model.
Why Attruby Drives BBIO GrowthAttruby is BridgeBio’s key marketed product and main revenue driver. The drug was approved by the FDA in November 2024 for adults with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), a progressive heart disease caused by transthyretin amyloid buildup.
U.S. Attruby sales were $362.4 million in 2025, its first full year on the market, and nearly $181 million in the first quarter of 2026. That performance made the therapy BBIO’s financial backbone.
Growth is tied to rising diagnosis rates, physician adoption and patient uptake. BridgeBio estimates that diagnosed U.S. ATTR-CM patients rose from fewer than 5,000 in 2019 to more than 50,000 in 2025, helped by greater awareness and wider use of non-invasive diagnostic tools.
How BridgeBio Can Broaden RevenueBridgeBio’s next challenge is reducing its dependence on Attruby. The company is preparing for three potential U.S. product launches over the next 12 months, led by BBP-418, encaleret and infigratinib.
BBP-418 is the closest catalyst. The FDA accepted the filing for priority review in limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I/R9, with a decision expected by Nov. 27, 2026. Approval would make it the first therapy for this patient population.
Encaleret adds another possible first-in-class launch. BridgeBio submitted the filing in May 2026 for autosomal dominant hypocalcemia type 1 (ADH1) and anticipates a U.S. launch in early 2027 if approved.
Infigratinib could follow in achondroplasia. BridgeBio intends to file in the third quarter of 2026 and is targeting a potential launch in early to mid-2027. Together, these programs could shift BBIO toward a broader rare disease platform.
BBIO Balance Sheet Supports Launch PlansBridgeBio recently raised $1 billion through preferred equity financing to support current and potential product launches. The capital gives the company more flexibility as it funds Attruby commercialization.
Liquidity looks adequate for near-term needs. BridgeBio ended the first quarter of 2026 with $940.2 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, up from $587.5 million at the end of 2025.
Debt remains part of the investment case. Long-term debt was approximately $1.93 billion as of March 31, 2026, while short-term debt was around $547 million. The cash balance covers near-term obligations, but BBIO remains a leveraged growth story.
Where BBIO Investors Should Stay CautiousThe biggest risk is concentration. Attruby is BridgeBio’s only approved product in its commercial portfolio, leaving near-term financial performance highly dependent on one therapy.
Competition is another constraint. Pfizer (PFE - Free Report) markets the established Vyndaqel family in ATTR-CM, and BridgeBio must keep proving Attruby’s clinical and access position to gain further share.
Pipeline risk is also material. An FDA delay, rejection, request for more data or narrower-than-expected label for BBP-418, encaleret or infigratinib could push out the diversification timeline.
In achondroplasia, BioMarin Pharmaceutical (BMRN - Free Report) markets Voxzogo, an injectable treatment option. That backdrop means infigratinib’s oral profile may help, but uptake would still depend on data, reimbursement and physician adoption.
How BBIO Fits a Neutral Rating SetupBBIO fits a balanced setup because the positives and risks are both clear. Attruby has delivered meaningful early revenue, the late-stage pipeline offers multiple catalysts and the balance sheet has been strengthened.
At the same time, one-product reliance, regulatory uncertainty and competition keep the risk-reward profile from being one-sided. The stock trades at 12.3X forward 12-month EV/Sales, above the Zacks sub-industry multiple of 2.7X.
A Neutral stance is consistent with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) style setup, where investors may prefer to watch execution rather than assume a straight-line growth path. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Blue Owl Capital a Moor Park dokončily akvizici portfolia 12 akutních nemocnic provozovaných Spire Healthcare Group ve Velké Británii. Transakce byla financována novým zajištěným termínovým úvěrem.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Owl Capital Inc. ("Blue Owl") (NYSE: OWL), a leading alternative asset manager, today announced that funds managed by Blue Owl, together with Moor Park Capital Partners ("Moor Park"), have successfully completed the acquisition of a portfolio of 12 acute-care hospitals operated by Spire Healthcare Group plc, the UK's leading private hospital operator.
"The acquisition of the Spire portfolio represents a strategic investment in a portfolio of high-quality UK private hospitals with a market leading tenant, well-structured long-term leases and significantly accelerates the expansion of our European Net Lease strategy," said Marc Zahr, Co-President and Global Head of Real Assets at Blue Owl. "This transaction builds on the firm's experience investing across the healthcare landscape and represents an opportunity to capitalize on the strong supply and demand fundamentals in the European healthcare real estate sector while delivering what we believe to be compelling value for investors and the communities these facilities serve."
The completion of the transaction marks an important milestone for Blue Owl's Real Assets platform and reflects the firm's continued focus on expanding its presence across essential real estate sectors. As part of Blue Owl's Real Assets platform, the Spire portfolio will benefit from the firm's institutional scale, investment expertise and long-standing relationships across the real estate market, creating a strong foundation for continued growth and long-term value creation.
Blue Owl and Moor Park see tremendous opportunity for further growth in the European healthcare sector and will continue to pursue opportunities in the space offering compelling risk-adjusted returns.
The acquisition was financed by a new secured term loan, with Standard Chartered Bank, Natixis and Crédit Agricole CIB acting as joint Mandated Lead Arrangers and lenders to the transaction.
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Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®. With $315 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation.
Together with over 1,390 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-owl-capital.
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Moor Park Capital Partners, founded by Gary Wilder, Shemeel Khan and Jagdeep Kapoor, is a specialist international real estate private equity investment and asset management firm focused on acquiring, financing, developing and managing high-quality operational real estate across healthcare, living, hospitality, logistics, data centres, retail, offices, bank branches, car parks, leisure, service stations and other alternative real estate sectors.
Established more than twenty years ago, the firm has built an internationally recognised reputation for identifying, structuring, financing and executing highly complex, frequently proprietary real estate transactions that are often inaccessible through traditional market channels.
Across their careers, Moor Park's management team has successfully executed transactions with an aggregate value exceeding €26 billion on behalf of sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, insurance companies, managed accounts and other leading global institutional investors, consistently delivering strong long-term investment performance through disciplined investment, active asset management and innovative capital solutions.
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Key Takeaways Dillard's blends 272 stores, dillards.com and fresh merchandise to strengthen customer engagement.Total retail sales and comparable-store sales rose 3%, with every merchandise category posting gains.Dillard's opened a 160,000-square-foot Ohio store as the retail gross margin improved to 45.8%. Dillard's, Inc. (DDS - Free Report) has been strengthening its retail position by complementing its physical store network with its digital platform, allowing customers to shop seamlessly across channels. The company’s continued emphasis on merchandising newness, expanding its store footprint and maintaining an established online presence at dillards.com suggests that omnichannel capabilities remain integral to its customer engagement strategy. DDS operates 272 stores across 30 states, alongside its Internet store, providing broad market coverage and multiple shopping touchpoints.
The benefits of this integrated approach are reflected in the first-quarter fiscal 2026 operating results. Total retail sales increased 3%, while comparable-store sales also rose 3%, indicating healthy consumer demand across the business. Notably, every merchandise category posted year-over-year sales gains, with home and furniture, ladies' accessories and lingerie, and shoes delivering the strongest growth. A broader omnichannel presence can help Dillard's showcase these categories more effectively, improve product availability and create a more convenient shopping experience for customers.
Dillard's also continues to invest in its physical network, opening a new 160,000-square-foot store in Beavercreek, OH, in the quarter. Rather than viewing stores and digital channels separately, the company appears positioned to leverage both as complementary assets. Coupled with management's continued focus on refreshing merchandise assortments, this strategy contributed to a higher retail gross margin of 45.8% and profitable sales growth in the fiscal first quarter.
Dillard's combination of an established online platform, nationwide store network and merchandise-led strategy provides a solid foundation to strengthen customer engagement and support long-term competitive positioning.
DDS’s Zacks Rank, Valuation & Share Price PerformanceShares of this Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company have gained 20.1% in the past year, underperforming the industry and S&P 500’s growth of 47% and 24.1%, respectively. The stock has outpaced the broader Retail-Wholesale sector’s return of 1.8%.
DDS Stock's 3-Month Performance
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From a valuation standpoint, DDS trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 15.11X, higher than the industry’s average of 12.67X.
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Other Stocks to ConsiderGenesco Inc. (GCO - Free Report) is a specialty retail and branded company that sells footwear and accessories in retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, the U.K. and the Republic of Ireland. The company currently flaunts a Zacks Rank #1. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
GCO delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 3.8%, on average. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Genesco’s current financial-year EPS indicates growth of 55.2% from the year-ago reported number.
Tilly's Inc. (TLYS - Free Report) is a specialty retailer in the action sports industry, selling clothing, shoes and accessories. The company currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.
TLYS delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 155.3%, on average. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Tilly's current financial-year sales and EPS indicates growth of 4.9% and 89.7%, respectively, from the year-ago reported numbers.
Urban Outfitters Inc. (URBN - Free Report) is a lifestyle products and services company that sells fashion apparel, accessories, footwear, home goods and related offerings through a portfolio of global consumer brands. The company currently flaunts a Zacks Rank of 1.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Urban Outfitters’ current financial-year sales and EPS is expected to rise 8.8% and 11.8%, respectively, from the year-ago reported figures. URBN delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 12.2%, on average.
APAC se v 1. čtvrtletí stal nejrychleji rostoucím regionem Abercrombie & Fitch: čisté tržby vzrostly o 24 % a srovnatelné tržby o 15 %. Firma zvažuje partnerství a kapitálově lehké možnosti expanze.
Key Takeaways APAC became Abercrombie & Fitch's fastest-growing region in Q1, with net sales up 24% and comps up 15%.Growth across Abercrombie and Hollister helped offset EMEA weakness tied to geopolitical tensions.Abercrombie & Fitch is reviewing partnerships and capital-light options to scale APAC with strong returns. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF - Free Report) views the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region as an increasingly important part of its long-term international growth strategy. While the company continues to generate the majority of its revenues from the Americas, APAC is demonstrating strong momentum and reinforcing management's confidence in the region's long-term potential. Rather than pursuing rapid expansion, Abercrombie & Fitch is taking a disciplined approach by evaluating the optimal go-to-market model, including partnerships and other capital-light opportunities that can support profitable, scalable growth. This measured strategy could allow the company to strengthen its presence while preserving financial flexibility.
The first quarter of fiscal 2026 highlighted APAC's growing importance. Regional net sales increased 24% year over year, following 5% growth in the prior-year quarter, while comparable sales advanced 15%, making APAC the company's fastest-growing geography. Growth was broad-based across both the Abercrombie and Hollister brands, helping offset weakness in EMEA, where geopolitical tensions weighed on demand. Encouraged by this performance, ANF said its ongoing strategic review aims to determine how best to scale the region while generating strong returns, with partnerships and capital-light expansion among the options under evaluation.
Looking ahead, APAC could become an increasingly meaningful contributor to Abercrombie & Fitch's global growth story if the company successfully expands its regional footprint while maintaining its disciplined operating model. Management emphasized that the strong fiscal first-quarter performance reinforces its belief in the sizeable long-term opportunity across the region, even as the strategic review continues. With healthy brand momentum, a modernized technology platform and a focus on scalable, high-return growth, APAC has the potential to complement the company's established Americas business and emerge as a more significant earnings driver over time.
ANF’s Zacks Rank & Share Price PerformanceShares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have lost 14% in the past three months, underperforming the industry’s decline of 2.8% and the broader Retail-Wholesale sector’s rise of 2.5%.
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Is ANF a Value Play Stock?ANF currently trades at a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 8.05X, which is lower than the industry average of 14.51X and notably below the sector average of 22.74X. This valuation positions the stock at a modest discount relative to both its direct peers and the broader consumer staples sector.
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Stocks to ConsiderUrban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN - Free Report) offers lifestyle products and services in the United States and internationally. At present, URBN sports a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for URBN’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 8.7% and 11.8%, respectively, from the year-ago figures. URBN has delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 12.2%, on average.
Tapestry, Inc. (TPR - Free Report) provides accessories and lifestyle brand products in North America, Greater China, the rest of Asia, and internationally. At present, TPR carries a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TPR’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 13.8% and 36.3%, respectively, from the year-ago figures. TPR has delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 15.6%, on average.
Fossil Group, Inc. (FOSL - Free Report) designs, develops, markets and distributes consumer fashion accessories in the United States, Europe, Asia and internationally. At present, FOSL has a Zacks Rank of 2.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FOSL’s current fiscal-year sales indicates a decline of 4.9%, while the same for earnings indicates growth of 87.6% from the year-ago figures. FOSL delivered a trailing four-quarter negative earnings surprise of 381.8%, on average.
Newell Brands v 1. čtvrtletí 2026 zvýšil normalizovanou hrubou marži o 70 bazických bodů na 33,2 % díky produktivitě a cenám. Normalizovaná provozní marže vzrostla na 4,8 %.
Key Takeaways NWL is improving efficiency through automation, supply-chain optimization and cost controls.Newell reported a 70-basis-point gross margin expansion in Q1 2026, supported by productivity and pricing. NWL is strengthening commercial capabilities through organizational realignment and innovation. Newell Brands Inc. (NWL - Free Report) continues to enhance operational efficiency and profitability through its ongoing productivity initiatives. The company is focused on driving productivity gains by expanding automation and implementing disciplined cost-control measures. Its strategy emphasizes optimizing category mix, strengthening revenue-growth management, rationalizing SKUs and enhancing supply-chain performance to improve efficiency and support sustainable growth.
Newell continues to benefit from its productivity initiatives and strategic pricing actions, which have been supporting margin expansion. In the first quarter of 2026, normalized gross margin increased 70 basis points (bps) year over year to 33.2%, as productivity improvements and favorable net pricing more than offset inflationary pressures, tariff costs and lower volumes. Normalized operating margin expanded 30 bps to 4.8%, driven by disciplined cost management despite higher advertising and promotional spending. Management expects 2026 normalized operating margin guidance of 8.6-9.2%.
The company has implemented a corporate strategy that prioritizes investments in innovation, brand-building and go-to-market excellence across its brands and markets. NWL is strengthening its commercial capabilities and improving organizational efficiency. Strategic pricing and productivity actions have successfully mitigated inflation and currency translation impacts, contributing to the company’s performance.
Newell’s organizational realignment is aimed at strengthening its front-end commercial capabilities, deepening consumer insights and reinforcing its brand portfolio. The initiative is expected to enhance accountability, improve operational efficiency, simplify the organizational structure and free up resources for strategic reinvestment.
Overall, the company continues to strengthen its competitive position through consumer-led innovation and disciplined execution of its productivity and simplification initiatives. Newell’s focus on automation, supply-chain optimization, SKU rationalization and strategic pricing is driving efficiency gains, while its organizational transformation is streamlining operations and supporting long-term profitable growth.
NWL’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of Newell have gained 48.9% year to date compared with the industry’s growth of 5.8%.
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From a valuation standpoint, NWL trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 9.25X compared with the industry’s average of 18.9X.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NWL’s 2026 EPS remains breakeven while that of 2027 indicates year-over-year growth of 11.3%. The company’s EPS estimates for 2026 and 2027 have been stable in the past 30 days.
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NWL stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Stocks to Consider in the Consumer Staples SpaceThe Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (CHEF - Free Report) , which is a distributor of specialty food products in the United States, currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Chefs' Warehouse’s current financial-year sales indicates growth of 8.3% from the prior-year level. CHEF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 28.9%, on average.
Nomad Foods Limited (NOMD - Free Report) , which manufactures and distributes frozen foods, currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The consensus estimate for Nomad Foods’ current financial-year sales is expected to rise 0.5% from the year-ago reported figure. NOMD delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 8.6%, on average.
Medifast, Inc. (MED - Free Report) , which is a leading manufacturer and distributor of clinically-proven healthy living products and programs, currently carries a Zacks Rank of 2. MED delivered an average earnings surprise of 65.5% in the last reported quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Medifast’s current financial-year sales indicates a decline of 26% from the year-ago number.
Arm Holdings ve fiskálním 4. čtvrtletí 2026 zvýšil tržby meziročně o 20 % na 1,49 miliardy USD. Tahounem byl licenční segment, který vzrostl o 29 % na 819 milionů USD.
Key Takeaways ARM's total revenues increased 20% year over year to $1.49 billion in fiscal Q4 2026.Licensing and other revenues surged 29% to $819 million.Royalty revenues grew 11% to $671 million on Armv9 adoption, Arm CSS and expanding data center deployments. Arm Holdings (ARM - Free Report) continues to capitalize on robust demand for its semiconductor intellectual property, with its latest quarterly results highlighting licensing as a key growth engine.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, total revenues climbed 20% year over year to $1.49 billion. While the royalty business remained a significant contributor, licensing and other revenues once again delivered the strongest growth, underscoring sustained customer demand for ARM’s technology.
The company continues to benefit from rising investments in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, mobile devices and custom silicon. As chipmakers increasingly design specialized processors for AI workloads and high-performance computing, ARM’s architecture has become an essential foundation for product development, supporting a healthy pipeline of new licensing agreements and long-term customer relationships.
Licensing and other revenues surged 29% year over year to $819 million, making it the primary driver of ARM’s top-line expansion during the quarter. Growth was supported by previously signed agreements, as well as the timing of several high-value licensing contracts.
Meanwhile, ARM’s royalty business continued to provide a stable stream of recurring revenues. Royalty revenues increased 11% year over year to $671 million, driven by broader adoption of Armv9, increasing deployment of Arm Compute Subsystems (CSS), and the growing use of Arm-based processors in data center infrastructure.
For investors, the takeaway is straightforward: strong licensing demand continues to strengthen Arm Holdings’ competitive position. As customers accelerate investments in AI infrastructure and next-generation computing, ARM appears well-positioned to benefit from a growing pipeline of licensing opportunities while simultaneously expanding its high-margin royalty base, providing multiple long-term drivers of sustainable growth.
How Arm Holdings Stacks Up Against Key U.S. PeersNVIDIA (NVDA - Free Report) dominates the AI accelerator market with its GPUs and networking platforms. Unlike Arm Holdings, which primarily generates revenue through licensing and royalties, NVIDIA designs and sells complete hardware and software solutions. While NVIDIA's growth is driven by direct chip sales, ARM benefits as more semiconductor companies adopt its CPU architecture to develop AI-optimized processors, making the two companies complementary in many AI deployments rather than direct competitors.
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD - Free Report) competes in CPUs, GPUs and data center processors, focusing on designing and selling semiconductor products. ARM, in contrast, licenses its processor architecture to a broad ecosystem of chipmakers. As demand for custom AI chips and energy-efficient computing grows, AMD competes through product innovation, while ARM benefits from broader adoption of its intellectual property across multiple customers and end markets.
ARM’s Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesThe stock has surged a massive 175% year to date, significantly underperforming the industry’s 46% rally.
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From a valuation standpoint, ARM trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 49.11X, well above the industry’s 9.13X. It carries a Value Score of F.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company’s fiscal 2027 earnings has declined over the past 30 days.
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ARM currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Nuuly v 1. čtvrtletí fiskálního roku 2027 zvýšila tržby o 34,5 % na 167,3 mil. USD díky růstu počtu předplatitelů. Počet aktivních zákazníků se blíží 500 000 a segment vykázal provozní zisk 10 mil. USD.
Key Takeaways URBN's Nuuly revenues rose 34.5% in Q1 fiscal 2027, driven by continued subscriber growth.Nuuly added about 110,000 subscribers year over year, nearing 500,000 active subscribers.URBN's Nuuly posted a $10M operating profit with a 6% operating margin as scale improved profitability. Urban Outfitters Inc. (URBN - Free Report) Nuuly subscription business continues to stand out as one of the company’s fastest-growing segments, reinforcing the value of its diversified operating model. During the first quarter of fiscal 2027, Nuuly generated $167.3 million in revenues, representing a 34.5% year-over-year increase. The performance was primarily driven by continued growth in subscribers, highlighting rising consumer acceptance of apparel rental as a complementary alternative to traditional retail.
Subscriber expansion remained the key growth catalyst. Average active subscribers increased 33% year over year, adding roughly 110,000 subscribers versus the prior-year period. Management noted that the platform is now approaching 500,000 active subscribers, reflecting sustained demand and effective customer acquisition efforts. Healthy retention rates, combined with targeted marketing campaigns, continue to support consistent subscriber growth and strengthen customer engagement.
Nuuly's financial performance also demonstrated improving operating efficiency. The business generated $10 million in operating profit, translating into a 6% operating margin during the quarter. Operating leverage from the expanding subscriber base more than offset continued investments in marketing, underscoring the platform's ability to scale profitably while maintaining a disciplined approach to long-term growth.
Profitability also continued to improve as Nuuly scaled its operations. Subscription segment gross profit increased 39%, while the gross margin expanded by 85 basis points to 28.7%. Higher sales, supported by a growing subscriber base, helped drive stronger unit economics and demonstrated the business's ability to generate increasing profitability alongside rapid revenue growth.
Management remains focused on expanding Nuuly while improving profitability. The company believes its ability to grow subscribers alongside stronger operating economics highlights the scalability of the business and reinforces confidence in its significant long-term growth potential. Our model estimates that the net sales of the Nuuly segment will increase 20% year over year in fiscal 2027.
URBN’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of Urban Outfitters have lost 0.7% over the past three months compared with the industry’s 2.7% decline.
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From a valuation standpoint, URBN trades at a trailing price-to-sales ratio of 0.96X, below the industry’s average of 1.48X. It has a Value Score of B.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Urban Outfitters’ fiscal 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 12.7%, while the same for fiscal 2028 indicates an uptick of 10.2%. Estimates for fiscal 2027 and 2028 have been revised upward by 5 cents and 7 cents, respectively, over the past seven days.
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URBN currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
Other Key Picks in RetailGenesco Inc. (GCO - Free Report) is a Nashville-based specialty retail and branded company. It sells footwear and accessories in retail stores. The company flaunts a Zacks Rank #1 at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Genesco’s current fiscal-year earnings indicates growth of 55.2% from the year-ago actuals. GCO delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 3.8%.
Designer Brands Inc. (DBI - Free Report) designs, produces and retails footwear and accessories. It offers shoes, boots, sandals, sneakers, socks, handbags and accessories. It currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Designer Brands’ current fiscal-year earnings and sales suggests growth of 137.5% and 0.5%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. DBI delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 112.8%.
Tapestry, Inc. (TPR - Free Report) is the designer and marketer of fine accessories and gifts for women and men in the United States and internationally. The company sports a Zacks Rank #2 at present.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Tapestry’s current fiscal-year earnings and sales indicates growth of 36.3% and 13.8%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. TPR delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 15.6%.
Garmin představil AXIS, novou řadu leteckých displejů s integrovaným IFR GPS, NAV/COMM rádiem a audio panelem v jednom systému. 11,6palcová verze bude dostupná v červenci.
First-of-its-kind system combines flight display, IFR GPS, NAV/COMM and audio panel capability into a single display for certified, experimental and LSA (MOSAIC) aircraft
, /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced AXIS™, an all-new family of flight displays, designed from the ground up to offer a highly integrated and flexible cockpit display solution. AXIS brings Garmin's latest avionics technology to certified piston-powered single and twin1 engine aircraft via an expansive AML STC covering hundreds of models, as well as experimental and LSA aircraft. In an industry-first, AXIS flight displays come in a variety of models that can include a built-in IFR GPS, NAV/COMM radio, and audio panel capability – creating an integrated solution that enhances the user experience, reduces aircraft weight, and simplifies installation. Also compatible with many of the same navigators, radios, modules and sensors as Garmin's popular G3X Touch™ flight displays, AXIS features an easy upgrade path, including leveraging the same panel cutouts and mounting points.
Garmin unveils AXIS, a new generation of highly integrated flight displays "AXIS redefines Garmin's flight display portfolio and brings industry-first capability to a single flight display. This game-changing flight display system delivers a modern, highly capable cockpit experience while significantly reducing time, complexity and cost of installation through integration of navigation, communication and audio functions into a single flight display. The visual design elements and crisp user interface bring together decades of Garmin innovation in a familiar yet modern design. AXIS sets the new standard for what pilots can expect from an integrated flight display system."
–Carl Wolf, Garmin Vice President Aviation Sales, Marketing, Programs & Support
A next-level flight display system
The AXIS family of flight displays features three display sizes — 11.6-inch landscape, 8-inch portrait1 and 8-inch landscape1— that include highly responsive touchscreen displays as well as physical controls for quick access to key functions. Each display can be configured as a primary flight display (PFD) or multi-function display (MFD) with an optional engine indication system (EIS). Pilots can maximize their situational awareness with full-screen or split-screen options, leveraging a familiar yet modernized user interface. The flight displays are configurable for both experimental and certified aircraft and provide incredible flexibility for installation across many aircraft types.
First-of-its-kind integration
AXIS 11.6-inch displays are optionally available with a TSO certified IFR GPS, COMM radio, NAV radio and audio panel all built into a single display. This combined capability from a single display creates a highly integrated panel experience and enables a simpler and more cost-effective installation. The VHF COMM radio offers 10 watts of transmit power, supports 8.33khz frequency tuning and standby COMM monitoring, allowing pilots to monitor a standby frequency while tuned to the active ATC frequency. Pilots can access the flight plan across displays and easily load waypoints or VORs, holds, GPS and ILS procedures and more. The built-in 4-place intercom audio panel includes dual-comm switching with support for one external radio, comm playback and Bluetooth capability for music and phone calls. Available in three certified (TSO) variants, the base version offers a PFD/MFD, while the GPS/COMM and GPS/NAV/COMM models include an IFR GPS and integrated audio panel. Experimental and LSA aircraft can leverage both certified and non-TSO versions of the 11.6-inch displays.
Enhanced situational awareness
Important information is easily accessible on the PFD including primary flight data, as well as the horizontal situation indicator (HSI) which can include an embedded map or traffic view. Widgets provide additional situational awareness on the PFD by displaying three compact views of MFD functions including map, flight plan, weather, traffic and more. Enhanced Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT™) provides 3D depictions of terrain, obstacles, runway and taxiway markings and more, allowing for pilots to clearly interpret their surroundings. Pathway rectangles will help pilots to visualize the highway in the sky, depicting their flight path including enroute legs, flight track, course intercepts and more. Additionally, 3D SafeTaxi® provides pilots with a three-dimensional, exocentric view of the airport environment directly on their PFD, reducing potential confusion by giving a clear, localized picture of taxiways, runways, hangars and surrounding buildings.
The MFD features dynamic mapping, ADS-B traffic2, weather2, waypoint information (including terminal charts) and expanded EIS. Additionally, an HDMI video input on each display allows for live-camera video monitoring.
Innovative safety tools
AXIS supports many of Garmin's award-winning safety enhancing technologies. A dedicated emergency button is located on the display bezel, allowing pilots to quickly access emergency procedure options if needed. Smart Glide™ – a Garmin Autonomí™ technology – helps pilots in loss of engine power emergencies by efficiently navigating to an airport in range and, if the aircraft is equipped with either a GFC™ 500 or GFC 600, the system can auto-engage to fly the aircraft enroute.
Terminal safety solutions include award-winning Runway Occupancy Awareness (ROA), a solution that uses ADS-B traffic to alert the crew of potential runway incursions caused by nearby airborne aircraft, taxiing aircraft and ground vehicles. Additionally, optional SurfaceWatch™ runway monitoring technology provides general situational awareness in airport environments as well as visual and aural cues to help prevent pilots from taking off or landing on a taxiway.
Advanced engine monitoring
The EIS within AXIS provides aircraft with real-time data to help better manage engine operation and protect aircraft engines. Large, prominent engine gauges provide color-coded pointers and data bands that indicate normal operating ranges, cautions and exceedances. Bar gauges display numerical values for additional precision. With an interface adapter and sensors, AXIS can serve as the primary EIS display in piston-powered aircraft equipped with most normally aspirated or turbocharged 4- to 6-cylinder engines, plus radial and turbine-powered experimental aircraft3. Upon landing, flight and engine data logs can be automatically uploaded to flyGarmin.com via the Garmin Pilot™ app or the GDL® 60 datalink1 and PlaneSync™ service. Pilots can optionally choose to share these logs with analysis services such as FlySto or SavvyAviation to gain deeper insights on engine health, maintenance updates, flight analysis and more.
Stay connected
Advanced connectivity options allow pilots to stay more connected than ever before. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth allow pilots to connect with Garmin Pilot in-flight as well as share GPS, traffic, weather, flight plans and more. PlaneSync, powered by the GDL 60 datalink1, will support automatic database downloads3, remote aircraft status4 as well as automatic flight log uploading. A built-in USB-C data port supports data transfer capabilities like downloading databases and offloading flight logs. The USB-C port will also support device charging up to 27W. Additionally, Database Concierge allows pilots to download updates to their Garmin Pilot app and wirelessly transfer to their compatible avionics via a compatible mobile device.
Team X simplifies installations
Team X – the experimental aircraft specialists at Garmin – were the voice for experimental builders and pilots throughout the development of AXIS. Composed of engineers, pilots and aircraft builders, they understand the flexibility and affordability needed to execute an experimental aircraft build. That's why AXIS features a streamlined, easy upgrade path from G3X Touch that utilizes most existing sensors, LRUs and even the same panel cutout and existing mounting holes. Simplified wiring, configuration and additional built-in I/O makes AXIS an even faster and more scalable system. Team X is committed to providing support throughout AXIS upgrades for experimental aircraft builders.
Available for certified and experimental aircraft
The AXIS 11.6-inch flight displays have achieved FAA/EASA Technical Standard Order (TSO) and will be available in July. The 8-inch displays are expected to be available in early 2027. The FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) will cover hundreds of models of certified Part 23 Class I/II piston singles and twins1. STC approvals with other civil aviation authorities are expected in the near future. For more information, visit Garmin.com/AXIS.
Garmin products and services have revolutionized flight and become essential to the lives of pilots and aircraft owners and operators around the world. A leading provider of solutions to general aviation, business aviation, rotorcraft, advanced air mobility, government and defense, and commercial air carrier customers, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate. Recipient of the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy for Garmin Autoland, Garmin developed the world's first certified autonomous system that activates during an emergency to control and land an aircraft without human intervention. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garminaviation on social, or follow our blog.
1 Certified Twin EIS, 8-inch displays and GFC 600 compatibility coming soon.
2 Compatible datalink required; sold separately.
3 Active PlaneSync and database subscriptions required for automatic database updates. Active PlaneSync subscription plan required for flight log uploading. Features are available on-ground only and requires GDL 60 to have active LTE or Wi-Fi connectivity; signal strength and other factors may apply. See Garmin.com/PlaneSyncCoverage for LTE coverage details.
4 Remote aircraft status requires active PlaneSync subscription. User's smart device must have internet connectivity. Feature is available on-ground only and requires GDL 60 to have LTE connectivity; signal strength and other factors may apply. See Garmin.com/PlaneSyncCoverage for coverage details.
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, SafeTaxi and GDL are registered trademarks and AXIS, G3X Touch, SVT, Smart Glide, Autonomí, GFC, SurfaceWatch, Garmin Pilot and PlaneSync are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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Navitas Semiconductor uvedla na trh nové produkty GaN a SiC pro 800V AI systémy; několik projektů už postoupilo do testování na úrovni desky plošných spojů. Tržby z AI infrastruktury v 1. čtvrtletí vzrostly mezikvartálně o 50 %.
Key Takeaways NVTS is targeting 800V AI power systems with new GaN and SiC products for AI power systems.NVTS launched new GaN and SiC products, with multiple AI projects advancing toward commercial production.NVTS' AI infrastructure revenues rose 50% sequentially as high-power markets drove first-quarter growth. Navitas Semiconductor (NVTS - Free Report) is positioning itself to benefit from the growing shift toward 800-volt (800V) power architecture in AI data centers. As AI workloads become more power-intensive, hyperscalers are moving to higher-voltage power systems to improve efficiency and support higher power levels. This shift is expected to increase the demand for NVTS' gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) power chips and create a significant growth opportunity for the company's high-power business.
The move to 800V power systems increases the amount of GaN and SiC content used in each AI system. Management expects power supply units to increase from about 5-10 kilowatts to 18.5 kilowatts for NVIDIA systems and up to 25-30 kilowatts for other hyperscalers. As power levels increase, Navitas expects the amount of SiC content per rack to increase by about 2.5 times. GaN demand is expected to rise as more power conversion moves inside AI racks, where higher efficiency and faster switching are needed. These factors create a larger revenue opportunity per AI system for NVTS.
To support this opportunity, Navitas has launched new GaN and SiC products for AI power systems. During the first quarter of 2026, the company launched a 20-kilowatt 800V-to-6V GaN platform for AI data centers and introduced new Gen 5 SiC products for AI power supplies. The above-mentioned products are being tested by OEMs and power supply vendors, and several projects have moved from device-level testing to board-level testing, bringing them closer to commercial production.
The AI opportunity is already supporting the company's business. Revenues in the first quarter increased 18% sequentially, driven by growth in high-power markets. Further, AI infrastructure revenues grew 50% sequentially, and the company expects this business to continue growing through 2026. As more AI data centers adopt 800V power systems, Navitas is well-positioned to benefit from higher chip content and increasing demand for its power semiconductor products.
How Competitors Fare Against NVTSThe company faces strong competition from ON Semiconductor (ON - Free Report) and STMicroelectronics (STM - Free Report) in the race to supply high-voltage solutions for AI data centers.
In June 2026, ON Semiconductor introduced GaNEXUS, a new GaN power semiconductor portfolio designed for AI data centers, industrial automation, robotics and energy infrastructure applications. This new portfolio includes GaNEXUS FETs with voltage ratings from 40V to 650V, along with 650V GaNEXUS Smart devices that include built-in protection features to simplify system design and improve reliability. The new devices provide faster switching speeds, lower switching losses, higher power density and better thermal performance than conventional silicon-based power devices to help customers build smaller and more efficient power systems.
STMicroelectronics introduced new 700V GaN power semiconductors in May 2026, designed to improve energy efficiency and power density in AI servers, robotics, industrial systems and advanced consumer applications. The new PowerGaN devices are designed for high-voltage power supplies and support reliable operation in high-power applications. The devices should help improve power conversion efficiency beyond what is possible with conventional silicon-based technologies.
NVTS' Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of Navitas Semiconductor have rallied 95.9% year to date compared with the Zacks Electronics – Semiconductors industry’s growth of 46%.
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From a valuation standpoint, Navitas Semiconductor trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 55.9X, significantly higher than the industry’s average of 9.13X.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Navitas Semiconductor’s 2026 bottom line is pegged at a loss of 17 cents per share. The estimates for 2026 loss per share have remained unchanged over the past 30 days.
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Navitas Semiconductor currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Key Takeaways SPCX fell 6.8% on its Nasdaq-100 debut, closing at $149.47, its lowest level since IPO.Starlink, Starship and AI infrastructure plans are key growth engines for SpaceX's long-term story.SpaceX's $2T valuation and 36X forward sales multiple leave little room for execution missteps. Shares of Space Exploration Technologies (SPCX - Free Report) fell 6.8% yesterday on their first day as part of the Nasdaq-100 Index, closing at $149.47. The stock is now trading at its lowest level since its June 12 IPO and well below its closing high of $211.39.
SpaceX became one of the fastest companies to join the Nasdaq-100, but the milestone failed to provide the boost many investors had expected. Instead, the stock came under pressure as a broad technology selloff weighed on the sector.
The weakness was due to growing concerns over heavy AI-related spending, rising U.S. bond yields, higher oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Several technology stocks, including Marvell Technology (MRVL - Free Report) , Micron Technology (MU - Free Report) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD - Free Report) , also declined sharply yesterday.
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With SpaceX now trading near its post-IPO lows, the key question is whether the recent pullback offers a compelling buying opportunity or signals further downside ahead.
Multiple Growth Engines Support SPCX’s Long-Term StorySpaceX's long-term growth story remains compelling, supported by multiple high-growth businesses.
The biggest growth driver is Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite Internet arm. It is benefiting from rising demand for broadband connectivity in underserved regions and is positioned to offer text, voice and data services directly to standard smartphones. The business generated more than $11.4 billion in revenues and $4.4 billion in operating income in fiscal 2025, highlighting its ability to generate meaningful profits while expanding globally.
Another major catalyst is Starship. Following its 12th successful test flight in May 2026, the next-generation launch vehicle is expected to carry much heavier payloads than Falcon 9. This would enable the deployment of larger Starlink satellites while significantly reducing the cost of delivering satellite bandwidth, improving the economics of the Starlink business over time.
SpaceX is also transforming into an AI infrastructure company following the acquisitions of xAI and X earlier this year. By combining AI models, large-scale computing infrastructure and satellite connectivity, the company is building an integrated platform that few competitors can match. It plans to launch AI compute satellites by 2028, paving the way for space-based data centers.
The company's growing presence in AI is already attracting major customers. Multi-billion-dollar computing agreements with Alphabet's Google and Anthropic provide long-term revenue visibility, while the planned acquisition of Anysphere, the company behind the AI coding assistant Cursor, strengthens its position in the fast-growing enterprise AI software market.
But Can We Look Past the Valuation Concerns?While SpaceX's long-term opportunities are significant, its valuation leaves little room for disappointment.
The company is currently valued at around $2 trillion despite generating just $4.69 billion in first-quarter revenues and incurring a net loss of $4.28 billion. On a forward 12-month basis, the stock trades at roughly 36 times sales, a rich premium even among high-growth technology companies.
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Investors are paying for what SpaceX could become rather than what it is today. That optimism rests on Starlink's continued expansion, AI infrastructure, space-based data centers and Elon Musk's vision of building a company capable of generating $100 billion in annual revenues by 2028.
However, reaching that milestone will require flawless execution across multiple capital-intensive businesses. Also, history suggests that investors should treat Musk's timelines with caution. We know that many of Tesla's ambitious projects, including robotaxis and humanoid robots, have taken longer than initially projected. Likewise, many of SpaceX's biggest growth initiatives are still years away from making a meaningful financial contribution and will require huge investment before they begin generating attractive returns.
Is SpaceX Stock a Buy?SpaceX remains one of the most compelling long-term growth stories in the market. Few companies have leadership positions across commercial space, satellite connectivity and AI infrastructure, giving SPCX multiple avenues for expansion over the coming decade.
That said, much of this optimism already appears reflected in the stock's premium valuation. Even after the recent pullback, investors are still paying a steep price for future growth that will take years to materialize.
Having said that, for existing shareholders, the recent decline does not change the long-term investment thesis, making the stock worth holding through near-term volatility. Wall Street's average price target still implies roughly 35% upside from current levels.
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However, new investors may be better served by waiting for a more attractive entry point. While SpaceX's long-term prospects remain attractive, the current valuation still offers a limited margin of safety, leaving little room for execution missteps or broader market weakness.
SPCX stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Meta Platforms oznámila nový cloudový byznys a začne pronajímat část přebytečného výpočetního výkonu zákazníkům. Akcie po zprávě 1. července vzrostly o 9 %.
Meta Platforms (META 1.76%) started the month with a bang. Its shares climbed 9% on July 1 after the company revealed that it will begin leasing some of its surplus computing power to customers. The launch of this new cloud computing business was in line with earlier comments from CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who said on Meta's first-quarter earnings conference call that the social media giant could sell some of its capacity at a premium if it feels that it has overbuilt for its in-house needs.
According to Bloomberg, Meta is still debating whether to offer AI models that run on its infrastructure, or simply sell direct access to computing power. Meta has developed its own large language models (LLMs), although they're primarily for internal use. Specifically, the company deploys these models to optimize its content recommendation engine, helping keep users on its sites longer, and to help advertisers better target and convert customers.
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Earlier this week, it introduced its first image generation model: Muse Image, which was developed by its Superintelligence Lab, and which will work in conjunction with its Muse Spark text model. Muse Image will help power Meta's advertiser-focused image generation tools to help marketers more easily create and adjust ad campaigns. Muse Image will be available to consumers for free on a limited basis, and Meta will also offer a monthly subscription.
Offering both cloud computing capacity and its AI models would help Meta compete with Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet -- the world's three biggest cloud computing providers -- and provide the company with another revenue source. Most importantly, though, the announcement should help ease investors' concerns about the company's high spending on AI infrastructure. Meta has announced plans to spend up to $145 billion on capital expenditures (capex) this year, largely tied to its AI efforts. Creating a cloud computing arm would allow it to allocate and shift compute capacity between itself and customers, giving it more flexibility.
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Is the stock a buy? In my view, Meta is one of the most undervalued mega-cap tech stocks in the market today. It trades at a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of just 19 times 2026 analyst estimates and below 17 times 2027 estimates/ Meanwhile, in Q1, it grew its revenue by 33% year over year.
Meta has been one of the best companies at applying AI to its core business to drive growth, and its new cloud computing unit should help allay investors' fears about its capex plans. Given its valuation and growth, and the removal of that overhang, I would be a buyer of the stock at current levels.
Geoffrey Seiler has positions in Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta Platforms. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Uber v 1. čtvrtletí zvýšil hrubé rezervace o 25 % na 53,7 miliardy USD, nad odhadem 52,9 miliardy USD. Na 2. čtvrtletí očekává 56,25–57,75 miliardy USD, tedy růst o 18–22 % na konstantní měnové bázi.
Key Takeaways Uber's gross bookings rose 25% to $53.7B in Q1, topping the consensus estimate of $52.9B. Uber expects Q2 gross bookings of $56.25B-$57.75B, up 18-22% on a constant-currency basis. Uber benefits from strong Mobility and Delivery demand, Uber One growth and ongoing app improvements. Gross bookings at Uber Technologies (UBER - Free Report) , the San Francisco-based ride-hailing giant, continue to grow despite geopolitical tensions because demand for its services remains strong. Notwithstanding the current turbulent scenario, people need rides to go to work, airports, restaurants and events, while food and grocery delivery continues to be part of everyday life. Uber also benefits from operating in many countries, so weaknesses in one market are often offset by strengths in others.
In addition, the company's Uber One membership program, expanding delivery business and ongoing improvements in its app are encouraging customers to use the platform more often and spend more, helping drive higher gross bookings.
Higher gross bookings are benefiting Uber by increasing both revenues and profitability. As more customers use the platform, Uber earns more fees while keeping costs under control, allowing profits and free cash flow to grow faster. Strong booking growth also attracts more drivers and merchants to the platform, making the service more reliable and improving the customer experience.
Despite the crisis in the Middle East, UBER’s Mobility business saw impressive demand in first-quarter 2026, with segmental revenues increasing 5% year over year on a reported basis and 1% on a constant currency basis to $8.2 billion.
Gross bookings from the unit were highly impressive, aiding the first-quarter results. Gross bookings from the Mobility segment in the March quarter increased 20% year over year on a constant-currency basis to $26.4 billion. Uber’s Delivery business also performed well in the quarter, with segmental revenues growing 23% year over year on a constant-currency basis. Gross bookings from the Delivery segment in the first quarter rose 23% year over year on a constant-currency basis to $26 billion. Total gross bookings jumped 25% to $53.7 billion, ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $52.9 billion.
The gross bookings forecast for the second quarter of 2026 is also very impressive, highlighting the bullishness surrounding the key metric. Despite the ongoing tensions in the Middle East and the resultant fuel price spike, gross bookings are projected in the range of $56.25-$57.75 billion, highlighting growth of 18% to 22% year over year on a constant-currency basis. The outlook assumes a roughly 2 percentage-point currency tailwind to total reported year-over-year growth.
Comparable Metrics of Other Ride-Hailing EntitiesGross bookings are strong at rival Lyft (LYFT - Free Report) as well, mainly owing to the growing active rider base, expansion into new markets and the success of its customer-friendly "Price Lock" feature. In the March quarter, gross bookings increased 19% year over year to $4.9 billion at Lyft. This was the 20th consecutive quarter where Lyft demonstrated double-digit year-on-year growth in the key metric, demonstrating the resilience and momentum of its customer-friendly strategy. Active Riders increased 17% year over year to 28.3 million.
For the second quarter of 2026, Lyft anticipates gross bookings to grow 18-21% year over year, reaching $5.3-$5.43 billion.
Singapore-based Grab (GRAB - Free Report) is benefiting from strong growth in its On-Demand Gross Merchandise Value (“GMV”). On-Demand GMV refers to the sum of GMV of the mobility and deliveries segments. In the first quarter of 2026, On-Demand GMV increased 21% year over year (on a constant currency basis) at Grab. Grab expects 2026 revenues between $4.04 billion and $4.1 billion, indicating 20-22% year-over-year growth.
UBER’s Share Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of UBER have declined in double digits over the past six months. Courtesy of the downbeat performance, UBER’s shares have underperformed the Zacks Internet-Services industry over the same time frame.
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From a valuation standpoint, UBER trades at a 12-month forward price-to-sales of 2.42X. UBER is inexpensive compared with its industry.
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See how the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Uber’s earnings has been revised over the past 90 days.
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Uber’s Zacks RankUber currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Microsoft mění model na „na uživatele a podle využití“ a už má přes 20 milionů placených míst pro Microsoft 365 Copilot. Firma zároveň plánuje v roce 2026 kapitálové výdaje kolem 190 miliard USD.
The Microsoft logo is displayed on a smartphone screen placed on a reflective surface onto which the Department of War emblem is projected, in Creteil, France, on May 4, 2026. The Pentagon has signed agreements to integrate AI into its classified networks. (Photo by Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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This article was written by Doug Nathman, with research by his team at Trefis.
What may seem like just another AI product reflects a fundamental and possibly profitable transformation in the company's revenue model.
Despite being a key player in the AI arena, Microsoft (MSFT) shares have remained surprisingly grounded. Over the last year, the stock has dropped approximately 20% and is trading 28% below its peak from the past 52 weeks. With so much emphasis on innovative features, you might be curious about what could genuinely drive a sustainable rise from this point.
The solution lies in a subtle yet significant change in the company’s overall business strategy, which has the potential to unveil a new layer of growth atop its considerable existing customer base.
The New Catalyst: A "Per User and Usage" ApproachFor many years, Microsoft primarily sold software. Now, it is transitioning to a model that sells results instead. The company’s leadership characterizes this transformation as shifting towards a "per user and usage business." Consider the implications of that. Selling a subscription for access to a tool is one thing; receiving compensation for every task that tool performs is entirely different. The objective goes beyond merely adding more users to capturing a portion of the value generated from the countless queries, reports, and summaries executed by its AI agents. If this model succeeds, it could drastically alter the valuation of each of Microsoft’s hundreds of millions of users.
Are There Actually Consumers Paying For This?A robust strategy is one aspect, but execution is another matter altogether. Initial indications for this new model can be seen from its AI initiative: Microsoft 365 Copilot. The company has now achieved "over 20 million paid seats for Microsoft 365 Copilot," with numbers rapidly increasing. In the latest quarter, seat additions surged by 250% year-over-year, marking the fastest growth since the product was introduced. This is not a hypothetical scenario; it represents a genuine and growing customer base that is swiftly adopting the consumption-based solutions that signify the company’s future. We have also examined how this could affect the stock's valuation. For those preferring to invest in the entire technology sector rather than betting on one large corporation, a tech ETF like VGT includes Microsoft among its top holdings.
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The Investment Amount Is $190 BillionMicrosoft is reinforcing this strategic pivot with a massive influx of capital. The company anticipates spending around $190 billion on capital expenditures in the calendar year 2026 alone. This substantial amount is earmarked for constructing the global infrastructure necessary to support all that new, paid usage, exceeding merely the establishment of additional data centers. The company has been transparent that even with this expenditure, robust customer demand continues to surpass available capacity. This exemplifies a classic growth narrative: invest significantly to satisfy overwhelming demand that can be directly monetized. This spending is the clearest indication of management’s confidence in the future of a per-user, per-usage model.
Microsoft is not merely undergoing another product cycle; it’s attempting to fundamentally rewire its entire business relationship with its customers. The premise is that by integrating AI agents into the everyday routines of nearly every office worker worldwide, it can generate a new, sustainable, and lucrative revenue stream that compounds over the years. The necessary components are in place, the investment is secure, and the initial wave of customers is already committing to spend.
Where Will An Opportunity Like This Appear First?An opportunity of this nature only becomes significant once it is reflected in the figures, with the first clear indication appearing in management’s forecasts. When a company can genuinely perceive the new revenue materializing, it adjusts its projections upwards, and an increased forecast rewarded by the market serves as one of the clearest validations that a scenario like this is becoming reality. Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT), Fortinet (FTNT), and GE Vernova (GEV) are currently exhibiting precisely that signal.
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Akcie Alibaba na burze v USA v úterý vyskočily téměř o 11 % po dočasném právním odkladu v USA a před zveřejněním výsledků. Její červnové výnosy mají podle Jefferies vzrůst o 9 % na zhruba RMB270 miliard.
Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA)'s US-listed shares jumped almost 11% on Tuesday, supported by a temporary legal reprieve in the United States and growing optimism ahead of the company's upcoming earnings report.
Investor sentiment improved after a US federal judge temporarily blocked restrictions tied to the Pentagon's designation of Alibaba under its Section 1260H list while the company's legal challenge proceeds, according to Bloomberg.
The order allows Alibaba to continue working with US lobbying firms during the court process, preserving its ability to engage with US policymakers on issues related to its cloud computing, e-commerce and capital markets businesses.
The legal challenge stems from the US Department of Defense's June decision to add Alibaba, along with several other Chinese companies, to its list of entities identified as having ties to China's military. The broader review of the designation remains ongoing.
Also supporting the stock was growing optimism ahead of Alibaba's June-quarter earnings, expected in late August or early September.
Jefferies expects Alibaba to deliver "strong execution despite macro headwinds," with combined EBITA from its China e-commerce and Alibaba International Digital Commerce businesses remaining roughly flat year over year.
The firm believes that weakness in industry gross merchandise value growth is already reflected in the stock price and reaffirmed Alibaba as its top pick on its artificial intelligence investment theme.
The analysts forecast total June-quarter revenue to increase 9% year over year to about RMB270 billion, in line with market consensus. They expect Cloud Intelligent Group revenue to grow 45% from a year earlier, above consensus estimates, driven by demand for artificial intelligence services and model-as-a-service offerings. Jefferies also expects cloud margins to improve sequentially and forecasts Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group will return to profit during the quarter.
The analysts wrote that stronger cloud performance and improving fundamentals in Alibaba's Quick Commerce business should help offset softer trends in China's broader online retail market, where industry online shopping gross merchandise value growth slowed during April and May.
Alibaba stáhla z platformy Qwen funkce AI společníků, protože Čína zpřísňuje pravidla pro AI služby, které působí lidsky. Akcie v Hongkongu ve stejném týdnu vyskočily o 12,2 %.
Key Takeaways Alibaba removed Qwen AI companion features as China prepares new rules for human-like AI services.BABA shares jumped 12.2% after signs of narrowing instant-commerce losses and steady profitability.Alibaba Cloud revenues rose 38% as AI product revenues logged triple-digit growth for an 11th quarter. Alibaba Group (BABA - Free Report) is pulling artificial intelligence (AI) companion features from its Qwen platform as Beijing prepares to enforce sweeping new rules on humanlike AI services, even as the stock stages its sharpest rally in months on unrelated signs of operational improvement. Qwen's humanlike and user-created agents stopped working on July 10, with wider agent services following five days later, aligning the shutdown with the July 15 rollout of China's first dedicated regulatory framework governing AI that simulates human personality.
The measure, co-issued on April 10, 2026, by the Cyberspace Administration of China and four other agencies, cites concerns including radicalization, data privacy, psychological harm and compulsive use. Compliance requires anti-addiction systems, mandatory usage notifications and real-time detection of unhealthy dependence — obligations that clash with agents built to remember users and sustain ongoing relationships. Unlike ByteDance, which offered a data-export window for its Doubao personas, Alibaba has not detailed a migration path for affected Qwen users.
The regulatory retreat came in the same week Alibaba shares jumped 12.2% in Hong Kong to HK$107.5, their largest single-session gain since September 2025. The move followed a pre-earnings briefing indicating losses in the company's instant-commerce business narrowed meaningfully in the June quarter while overall profitability held steady, reigniting investor confidence ahead of the August 28 earnings report. Sentiment was further supported by reports that Alibaba is consolidating three separate enterprise AI Agent tools — QoderWork, Wukong and MuleRun — into a single productivity platform led by DingTalk chief executive Chen Yusen, alongside reports of accelerating Alibaba Cloud revenue growth in the first quarter of fiscal 2027.
The developments follow a fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 report in which Alibaba's Cloud Intelligence Group posted revenues of 41.63 billion yuan ($6.04 billion), up 38% year over year, with AI-related product revenues extending triple-digit annual growth for an eleventh consecutive quarter and representing 30% of the cloud unit's external revenues. Group-wide, total revenues rose 3% to 243.38 billion yuan, while adjusted EBITA fell 84% amid heavy AI infrastructure and quick-commerce spending. Together, the two threads illustrate a company navigating tighter domestic rules on consumer-facing AI even as its cloud and enterprise AI ambitions draw renewed investor attention.
U.S. Peers Navigate Similar AI Investment CyclesAlibaba's heavy AI infrastructure spending mirrors trends at Microsoft (MSFT - Free Report) and Amazon (AMZN - Free Report) , both of which have posted comparable margin pressure from AI capital expenditure. Microsoft has continued expanding data-center capacity to support its cloud AI services, while Amazon has similarly scaled AI infrastructure investment across its cloud unit, each citing rising demand for AI-related workloads. Unlike Alibaba, neither Microsoft nor Amazon faces domestic regulatory restrictions on humanlike AI companion features, since such rules remain specific to China's market. Microsoft and Amazon shares have shown more muted single-session volatility than Alibaba's recent surge, reflecting differing investor sensitivity to regulatory versus earnings-driven catalysts.
BABA’s Share Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesBABA shares have plunged 33% in the year-to-date period, underperforming the Zacks Internet – Commerce industry and the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector’s decline 0.9% and 0.3%, respectively.
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From a valuation standpoint, BABA stock is currently trading at a trailing 12-month Price/Earnings ratio of 31.06X compared with the sector’s 28.6X. BABA has a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2027 earnings is pegged at $6.86 per share, down 5.9% over the past 30 days, indicating a 76.35% year-over-year increase.
Alibaba currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Canopy Growth ve fiskálním roce 2026 zvýšila výnosy o 6 % na 200,4 milionu USD a zlepšila hotovostní pozici na 256,5 milionu USD. Firma ale zůstává nerentabilní a volný peněžní tok je stále záporný.
Few stocks have destroyed as much shareholder value as Canopy Growth (CGC +0.81%). Since its 2018 peak, shares of the cannabis producer have lost more than 99% of its value as the industry struggled with oversupply, regulatory delays, and years of unprofitable growth. That kind of collapse naturally raises a question: Is this finally a buying opportunity?
Moving in the right direction To be fair, Canopy Growth is a much healthier company now than it was a few years ago. Fiscal 2026 revenue increased 6% to $200.4 million, while cannabis revenue climbed 15%. Canadian medical cannabis revenue reached a record level, international cannabis sales rebounded sharply in the fourth quarter, and management continues targeting positive adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) during fiscal 2027. The balance sheet has also improved.
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Canopy ended fiscal 2026 with approximately $256.5 million in cash and a net cash position of $92 million, a dramatic improvement from the prior year. The company has also spent the past year reducing costs, integrating its MTL Cannabis acquisition, and narrowing operating losses. Still, despite those improvements, Canopy remains unprofitable.
Better company, better stock? Revenue growth has been relatively unimpressive, free cash flow remains negative, and the investment thesis still depends heavily on broader cannabis reform and continued execution in Canada and international medical markets. None of those outcomes is guaranteed.
There's also the issue of dilution. Over the years, Canopy has repeatedly issued new shares to strengthen its balance sheet and fund operations. Existing shareholders have paid a steep price for that financing, and future capital raises can't be ruled out if profitability takes longer than expected.
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Until the company demonstrates consistent profitability and positive free cash flow, I'd view the recent progress as encouraging rather than conclusive. For now, there are simply too many execution risks to call the stock a confident buy.
Čína zvažuje povolit vybraným AI firmám, včetně Alibaba, ByteDance a DeepSeek, nákup omezeného množství čipů Nvidia H200. Podle The Information by mohlo jít o méně než 200 000 kusů.
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July 8 (Reuters) - China is planning to allow the country's top AI companies to buy a limited number of Nvidia's (NVDA.O), opens new tab H200 chips, the Information reported on Wednesday, citing two people with direct knowledge of the matter.
Chinese officials have told Alibaba (9988.HK), opens new tab, ByteDance and DeepSeek in recent weeks that they may soon receive permission to buy some H200 chips, the report said.
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Shares of Nvidia rose 1% after the report.
The chip giant did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment, nor did the U.S. commerce department, which oversees exports of advanced AI chips overseas.
China's commerce ministry also did not immediately respond to a request for comment, while Alibaba, ByteDance and DeepSeek did not respond outside of regular business hours.
The U.S. government has allowed Nvidia to sell its advanced H200 chips to China, and licensed about 10 Chinese firms to buy the chips. However, Chinese officials, keen to nurture domestic suppliers, have withheld approval so far.
Reuters reported in March that Nvidia had won Beijing's approval to sell the chips to China, citing sources, and around the same time, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang also told CNBC that the company had clearance from China.
Beijing is still determining the exact number of Nvidia chips to approve, and it could amount to fewer than 200,000 in total, the Information said, adding that was less than half of what the companies requested earlier this year.
Last month, Reuters exclusively reported that Nvidia told Chinese clients its new "Vera" central processors for AI data centres could be available as soon as August and that they can begin placing orders.
Nvidia's market share in China has effectively fallen to zero, Huang said in October, hurt by U.S. export controls and Beijing's push for self-reliance in key technologies.
The potential shift in China's stance underscores the growing computing capacity crunch that the country's tech companies are facing.
Reporting by Deborah Sophia in Bengaluru; Editing by Shinjini Ganguli
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Mastercard spustila Click to Pay se stc pay Bahrain na vybraných kartách, aby zjednodušila online platby pomocí biometrie a passkeys. Řešení využívá tokenizaci pro vyšší bezpečnost.
Key Takeaways Mastercard launched Click to Pay with stc pay Bahrain on eligible cards to simplify online purchases.MA uses tokenization and payment passkeys to strengthen security with biometric authentication.Mastercard is expanding its presence in Middle East digital payments through the Bahrain rollout. Mastercard Incorporated (MA - Free Report) is expanding its Click to Pay footprint through a partnership with stc pay Bahrain, making stc pay among the first in the country to offer the feature as a core capability on eligible cards. The move simplifies online shopping by allowing users to complete purchases with a single click using biometric authentication and passkeys instead of manually entering card details.
The rollout supports MA's broader effort to make digital payments faster, safer and more convenient. Click to Pay uses tokenization to replace sensitive card information with secure digital tokens, reducing fraud risks during online transactions. Combined with Mastercard Payment Passkeys, the solution enables password-free authentication through fingerprints or facial recognition, helping deliver a smoother checkout experience while strengthening payment security.
The partnership also advances MA's long-term strategy of expanding value-added payment services beyond its traditional card network. Mastercard aims to enable fully tokenized e-commerce transactions, and wider adoption of Click to Pay could support higher digital transaction volumes while strengthening relationships with fintech partners and merchants.
The Bahrain launch further reinforces MA's presence in fast-growing digital payments markets across the Middle East. As governments and financial institutions continue promoting cashless transactions, partnerships with innovative fintech companies like stc pay can accelerate the adoption of secure digital payment solutions. Expanding Click to Pay across more issuers and merchants should help MA deepen engagement in digital commerce and create additional long-term payment opportunities.
How Are Competitors Faring?Some of MA’s competitors in the payments space include Visa Inc. (V - Free Report) and American Express Company (AXP - Free Report) .
Visa is expanding frictionless online payments through Click to Pay while advancing tokenization and passkey-based authentication across its network. V is also investing in digital identity and AI-powered fraud prevention, helping merchants deliver faster, more secure checkouts and strengthening its position in the growing e-commerce payments market.
American Express is enhancing its digital payments capabilities by integrating tokenization, biometric authentication and digital wallet support across its network. AXP continues to improve online checkout experiences while expanding partnerships with merchants and fintechs, helping deliver secure, seamless transactions and encouraging greater customer engagement in digital commerce.
Mastercard’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesOver the past year, MA’s shares have dropped 6% compared with the industry’s fall of 19.1%.
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From a valuation standpoint, MA trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 25.07, above the industry average of 18.17. MA carries a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Mastercard’s 2026 earnings implies 15.3% growth from the year-ago period.
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Mastercard currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Target v 1. čtvrtletí podpořil ziskovost růstem reklamních tržeb Roundel na 246 milionů USD z 163 milionů USD. Hrubá marže se zlepšila o 80 bazických bodů na 29 %.
Key Takeaways Target's Roundel retail media business helped support profitability in the first quarter.Advertising revenues rose to $246 million from $163 million, driven by advertiser demand.Target's gross margin improved 80 basis points to 29%, aided by advertising revenue growth. Target Corporation’s (TGT - Free Report) first-quarter fiscal 2026 performance highlighted an increasingly important contributor that extends beyond merchandise sales. The company's Roundel retail media business continued to gain momentum, reinforcing the value of its growing portfolio of higher-margin revenue streams. While comparable sales, digital growth and traffic drew most of the attention, Roundel quietly played a meaningful role in supporting profitability during the quarter.
Non-merchandise revenues increased nearly 25% in the first quarter, driven by strong growth in Roundel advertising revenues, Target Circle 360 membership revenues and the Target+ marketplace. Advertising revenues alone climbed to $246 million from $163 million in the prior-year period, reflecting continued advertiser demand for Target's retail media platform. The company also noted that Roundel advertising services are recognized either as net sales or as offsets to operating costs, depending on the advertising arrangement, allowing the business to support earnings in multiple ways.
The profitability impact was evident in the quarter's margin performance. Target reported an 80-basis-point improvement in gross margin to 29%, citing growth in advertising and other non-merchandise revenues alongside supply-chain productivity and lower markdowns.
During the first-quarter earnings call, management also identified Roundel as one of the company's high-margin revenue streams that contributed to the stronger gross margin performance, underscoring that retail media is becoming more than an ancillary business. As advertisers increasingly seek direct access to Target's shoppers, Roundel appears to be evolving into an important earnings lever that complements the retailer's core merchandising operations rather than depending solely on additional product sales.
Walmart and Kroger Are Scaling Retail Media Like TargetWalmart Inc. (WMT - Free Report) continues to strengthen its retail media platform as a high-margin growth driver. Walmart highlighted that Walmart Connect delivered another quarter of strong advertising growth, supported by expanding advertiser demand, richer first-party customer data and deeper omnichannel capabilities. Walmart also continues to integrate advertising with its marketplace and e-commerce ecosystem, reinforcing the role of retail media in driving profitability beyond traditional merchandise sales. These initiatives indicate that Walmart is increasingly leveraging its digital ecosystem to generate faster-growing, higher-margin revenue streams alongside its core retail business.
The Kroger Co. (KR - Free Report) is pursuing a similar strategy through Kroger Precision Marketing. In the first quarter of fiscal 2026, Kroger reported that Kroger Precision Marketing profit increased more than 20%, driven by stronger on-site customer traffic and higher advertiser commitments. Kroger also said its e-commerce business, including media, reached profitability for the first time, underscoring the growing contribution of advertising to earnings. Kroger plans to expand AI-powered advertising capabilities and deepen partnerships with platforms such as Google and TikTok, positioning itself to further scale its high-margin retail media business.
What the Latest Metrics Say About TargetTarget has seen its shares rally 20.9% over the past six months compared with the industry’s rise of 2.1%.
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From a valuation standpoint, Target's forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio stands at 14.86, lower than the industry’s ratio of 30.28. However, TGT is trading above its 12-month median level of 13.52.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Target’s current financial-year sales and earnings per share implies year-over-year growth of 3.9% and 10.3%, respectively. For the next fiscal year, the consensus estimate indicates a 2.9% rise in sales and 6.4% growth in earnings.
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Target currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
United Airlines by měla podle odhadů vykázat zisk 1,89 USD na akcii a tržby 17,69 miliardy USD za čtvrtletí. Kombinace vyššího odhadu a Earnings ESP +1,26 % naznačuje možné překonání očekávání.
United Airlines (UAL - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.
The earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 15, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.
While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.
Zacks Consensus EstimateThis airline is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.89 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -51.2%.
Revenues are expected to be $17.69 billion, up 16.1% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 17.87% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for United?For United, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +1.26%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.
So, this combination indicates that United will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that United would post earnings of $1.08 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.19, delivering a surprise of +10.19%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.
Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.
That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
United appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
An Industry Player's Expected ResultsAnother stock from the Zacks Transportation - Airline industry, United Airlines (UAL - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $1.89 per share for the quarter ended June 2026. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -51.2%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $17.69 billion, up 16.1% from the year-ago quarter.
Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for United has been revised 17.9% up to the current level. Nevertheless, the company now has an Earnings ESP of +1.26%, reflecting a higher Most Accurate Estimate.
This Earnings ESP, combined with its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggests that United will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate. The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.
Starbucks ve 2. čtvrtletí fiskálního roku 2026 poprvé po více než dvou letech vykázal meziroční růst tržeb i zisku a zvýšil výhled pro fiskální rok 2026. Akcie jsou letos výše o 23,1 % a blízko 52týdenního maxima.
Key Takeaways Starbucks returned to year-over-year revenue and earnings growth while raising its fiscal 2026 outlook.SBUX is benefiting from stronger customer traffic, rewards growth and continued menu innovation.International momentum, including China, and higher earnings estimates support Starbucks' turnaround. Starbucks Corporation’s (SBUX - Free Report) shares have rallied 23.1% year to date, significantly outperforming the industry’s 1.9% growth. The strong momentum has pushed the stock close to its 52-week high of $108.88. Yesterday, Starbucks closed at $103.61, just 4.8% below that peak, reflecting growing investor confidence in its turnaround strategy.
Starbucks' recent rally reflects growing confidence in its turnaround strategy. The company posted its first year-over-year revenue and earnings growth in more than two years, raised the fiscal 2026 outlook and benefited from strong comparable sales, improving customer traffic, successful menu innovation and a stronger Starbucks Rewards program, reinforcing investor optimism.
Even among the top industry players, SBUX stands tall, outperforming McDonald's Corporation (MCD - Free Report) , Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG - Free Report) and Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM - Free Report) .
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Turnaround Strategy Is Delivering ResultsOne of the biggest catalysts behind Starbucks stock rally has been its return to revenue and earnings growth. During the second quarter of fiscal 2026, Starbucks reported year-over-year growth in both metrics for the first time in more than two years. Global comparable-store sales rose 6%, driven by more than 7% comparable sales growth in North America and strong transaction gains across all dayparts. Importantly, management noted that customer traffic reached its strongest level in three years, indicating that the company's operational improvements are encouraging consumers to visit more frequently.
The turnaround has been supported by the rollout of the Green Apron Service model, which focuses on better staffing, faster service and improved customer experience. Starbucks reported rising customer satisfaction scores while maintaining service speed despite handling higher transaction volumes. The company is also introducing scheduled mobile order pickup, which should improve convenience and throughput. These initiatives are helping restore Starbucks' premium customer experience while increasing store productivity.
Innovation and Loyalty Are Driving DemandStarbucks continues to strengthen customer engagement through product innovation and an upgraded loyalty ecosystem. New beverage launches, including premium Matcha drinks, energy refreshers and seasonal offerings, have generated strong demand and expanded afternoon sales opportunities. The company also highlighted rapid growth in its Cold Foam platform and refreshers business, which continues to attract younger consumers.
At the same time, Starbucks Rewards has become a key growth engine. Active U.S. Rewards membership reached a record 35.6 million, while the redesigned program has increased customer engagement and visit frequency. Management noted that the new 60-star redemption option has quickly become the most popular reward, supporting repeat visits and reinforcing customer loyalty. These initiatives, combined with targeted marketing, have helped improve brand affinity to its highest level in five years.
International Momentum Adds Another Growth AvenueThe recovery is no longer limited to North America. Starbucks reported positive comparable sales across all 10 of its largest international markets for the first time in nine quarters. China recorded another quarter of transaction-led growth, while Japan and South Korea delivered particularly strong performances.
The recently completed partnership with Boyu Capital also positions Starbucks China for long-term expansion while reducing capital intensity. Management expects the new licensing structure to improve profitability and support faster expansion across more than 1,500 Chinese county-level cities over the next three years. The company also reaffirmed plans to open 600-650 net new stores globally in fiscal 2026, providing another growth catalyst.
What Could Slow the Rally?Despite the encouraging progress, several risks could temper Starbucks stock’s momentum.
Management acknowledged that the macroeconomic environment remains uncertain. Although customer demand has remained resilient, executives cautioned that higher fuel prices and broader economic pressures could eventually weigh on consumer spending. Starbucks incorporated this uncertainty into its updated fiscal 2026 guidance, suggesting management remains cautious despite recent strength.
Margin pressures have not disappeared. Product and distribution costs remain elevated due to coffee inflation, tariffs and innovation-related expenses. While Starbucks expects these headwinds to ease in the second half of fiscal 2026, any rebound in commodity prices or prolonged tariff impacts could pressure profitability.
Sustaining the rally will require continued flawless execution of the "Back to Starbucks" strategy. The company is making significant investments in labor, technology and store upgrades, and investors will expect these investments to continue generating stronger traffic, higher comparable sales and expanding margins. Any slowdown in execution or a weakening of consumer demand could reduce enthusiasm for the turnaround.
SBUX’s Estimate Revision TrendThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for SBUX's fiscal 2026 and 2027 EPS moved up in the last 60 days, indicating positive sentiment among analysts for its earnings.
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Taking a Look at Starbucks’ ValuationSBUX stock is trading below the industry. With a forward 12-month price/sales ratio of 2.98X, below its industry average. Meanwhile, other industry players like McDonald's, Chipotle Mexican Grill and Yum! Brands are trading at 6.85X, 3.23X and 4.96X, respectively.
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End NotesStarbucks is making meaningful progress in its turnaround, supported by improving operations, stronger customer engagement, successful product innovation and growing momentum across international markets. These factors, along with improving earnings expectations and a reasonable valuation, support a Hold stance for existing investors. However, with the stock trading close to its 52-week high after a strong rally, much of the near-term optimism appears to be reflected in the share price.
In addition, macroeconomic uncertainty, lingering cost pressures and the need for continued flawless execution of the "Back to Starbucks" strategy could limit further upside. As a result, existing investors may consider holding the stock to benefit from the ongoing turnaround, while new investors may be better served waiting for a more attractive entry point.
Starbucks currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
PepsiCo ve čtvrtek před otevřením trhu oznámí výsledky za 2. čtvrtletí; analytici čekají tržby 23,94 miliardy USD a EPS 2,21 USD. Firma už snížila celoroční výhled pro tržby i zisk na akcii.
Beverage and food giant PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) is set to report second-quarter financial results Thursday before market open.
• PepsiCo stock is showing downward pressure. Where is PEP stock headed?
Here are the earnings estimates, analyst ratings and key items to watch.
Pepsi Q2 Earnings EstimatesAnalysts expect PepsiCo to report second-quarter revenue of $23.94 billion, up from $22.73 billion in last year’s second quarter, according to data from Benzinga Pro.
The company has beaten analyst estimates for revenue in five straight quarters and in six of the past 10 quarters overall.
Analysts expect PepsiCo to report second-quarter earnings per share of $2.21, up from $2.12 in last year’s second quarter.
The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in four straight quarters and in nine of the past 10 quarters overall.
Pepsi Analyst RatingsAnalysts have been lowering their price targets on PepsiCo stock ahead of the financial results. Here are some of the latest analyst ratings and price targets on the stock.
Key Items to WatchCelsius beat analyst estimates for revenue and earnings per share, with overall revenue up 138% year-over-year to a record $782.6 million. The company was helped by the addition of the Alani Nu brand, which saw record first-quarter revenue of $368.1 million.
Pepsi, which is an investor and key distribution partner, was credited with helping the record results as Alani Nu grew its distribution in the quarter.
While energy drinks are only part of the PepsiCo portfolio, they could be one of the bright spots.
Investors will be watching to see if other beverages and snack foods also saw strength in the quarter.
Pepsi has in the past highlighted changes in prices and sizes for some food products like chips as it fights off inflation and tries to win back consumers who thought prices were too high.
Pepsi’s report comes ahead of rival Coca-Cola Co (NYSES:KO), which reported earnings on July 28. Coca-Cola has beaten analyst estimates for earnings in nine straight quarters and beaten revenue estimates in seven of the past 10 quarters, more consistent beats than Pepsi.
The other big difference is guidance. Pepsi lowered its full-year guidance for sales and earnings per share after first-quarter results. Coca-Cola raised its guidance.
Pepsi shares are up 1% year-to-date in 2026, underperforming Coca-Cola’s gain of 21.6% and the 8.9% gain of the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:SPY), which tracks the S&P 500.
Investors and analysts will likely be expecting a strong report, a double beat and updated positive guidance. A miss and/or cut guidance could put further pressure on shares.
Pepsi Stock Price ActionPepsi stock is down 0.9% to $143.64 on Wednesday, versus a 52-week trading range of $132.96 to $171.48.
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Intel Foundry v 1. čtvrtletí utržil 5,4 miliardy USD, ale tržby od externích zákazníků byly jen 174 milionů USD. Provozní ztráta činila 2,4 miliardy USD.
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This article was written by Doug Nathman, with research by his team at Trefis.
Intel’s (INTC) shares have surged more than 5 times in the last year, advancing from approximately $19 to a recent level around $120. Intel has increased its market capitalization by nearly $500 billion, which is certainly a significant figure.
There are two primary factors contributing to this growth.
Revived CPU demand, with autonomous AI tasks rendering server processors more integral to the AI infrastructure than anticipated a year ago. The broader storyline has been enthusiasm around Intel Foundry, the manufacturing division led by CEO Lip-Bu Tan who aims to establish it as a legitimate external enterprise.
The rationale for investment is quite clear. AI is fueling the need for advanced manufacturing capabilities, customers are seeking to reduce reliance on Taiwan, and Intel is the sole U.S. firm that both designs and fabricates state-of-the-art chips domestically. The organization is striving to evolve its foundry operation from merely a cost center into a world-class contract manufacturer.
Nonetheless, the disparity between the narrative and the financial reality is substantial. External clients account for only a small fraction of foundry income, losses remain considerable, and the strategy has altered several times within just two years. If Intel Foundry is genuinely poised to become a leading semiconductor enterprise, where are the evidence points?
What Q1 2026 Actually IndicatesIntel Foundry achieved $5.4 billion in revenue during Q1 2026, an increase from $4.7 billion in the previous year. External foundry revenue was recorded at $174 million. The operating deficit stood at $2.4 billion, remaining largely unchanged from the $2.3 billion deficit the previous year. For the entire year of 2025, total foundry revenue was $17.8 billion, with external contributions a mere $307 million, alongside a $10.3 billion operating loss for that year. The foundry continues to serve predominantly as an internal supplier for Intel’s own chip designs. This distinction is significant. Manufacturing chips for Intel verifies the technology, yet the financial viability of a foundry only improves when external clients have sufficient trust in the process to commit to large production volumes.
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A Strategy That Has Frequently AlteredUnder Pat Gelsinger’s leadership, Intel established 18A as the premier node for both internal products and external clientele simultaneously. When Lip-Bu Tan assumed leadership in 2025, he shifted the external emphasis towards the subsequent node, 14A, primarily viewing 18A as an internal-only process due to its initial yield difficulties. Enhanced yields and renewed interest from customers in 2026 prompted Intel to once again promote 18A and a new variant, 18A-P, to foundry clients. These shifts in strategy generate uncertainty for customers making multi-billion-dollar, multi-year manufacturing commitments, where stability in processes and consistent roadmaps is vital.
Yield Is Improving, Yet Still Trails TSMCAlthough Intel does not disclose yield information for its manufacturing nodes, industry evaluations indicate that Intel 18A yields are currently within the 50% to 60% range for the Panther Lake compute tile, with further improvements anticipated as production matures. Yields are crucial since they dictate the quantity of functional chips produced from each wafer, directly impacting production costs, profit margins, and a foundry's competitiveness in attracting external customers. Even so, Intel's yields are likely still inferior to those of a fully developed leading-edge TSMC process, where yields frequently surpass 70% to 80%, dependent on die size.
Who’s Actually Expressed InterestMicrosoft (MSFT) has confirmed a custom silicon partnership with Intel, though the specific manufacturing node has not been revealed. AWS is collaborating with Intel on custom Xeon and AI fabric chips, while Apple (AAPL) is reported to have received an initial Intel 18A-P design kit for assessment. Nvidia (NVDA) and SoftBank have also acquired equity in Intel, indicating their confidence in the company’s overarching strategy, although this does not equate to a commitment to produce chips at Intel Foundry. It is crucial to understand the significant distinction between evaluating a process, obtaining a design win, and committing production quantities. Receiving a design kit or verifying a manufacturing process represents an early milestone, but substantial foundry revenue is realized only when clients pledge wafer volumes and transition into mass production.
The Evidence Points Still RequiredThe forthcoming evidence points are clear-cut: a substantial external client committing to significant production volumes, sustained high yields at a commercial scale, and external revenue forming a significant portion of foundry sales. Until these metrics improve, Intel Foundry stands as an encouraging manufacturing platform, but not yet as a demonstrated foundry enterprise.
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Bank of America obnovila pokrytí Shopify s doporučením Buy a cílovou cenou 150 USD, protože očekává přínos z AI-driven agentic commerce. Akcie ve středu klesly o 5 % na 115 USD.
Shopify Inc (TSX:SH., NYSE:SHOP) has been awarded a ‘Buy’ rating and a $150 price target in reinstated coverage, citing the company’s potential to benefit from the evolution of AI-driven “agentic commerce,” as well as ongoing international expansion and enterprise adoption.
The firm’s price target is based on a valuation of 22 times estimated calendar 2027 enterprise value to gross profit. Bank of America wrote that Shopify could become a key beneficiary of AI-native commerce as its payments and checkout infrastructure become increasingly important to transactions conducted through artificial intelligence-powered shopping experiences.
The analyst noted that concerns over AI disrupting Shopify’s position in the commerce ecosystem have weighed on investor sentiment, but argued that the company is positioned to benefit from the shift rather than be bypassed.
“We believe Shopify could be a core beneficiary of the shift toward AI-driven, agentic commerce rather than being disintermediated by it,” Bank of America wrote.
The firm expects agentic commerce to become a meaningful part of e-commerce over the coming years and believes value will increasingly concentrate around transaction and infrastructure layers, where Shopify has an established presence.
Bank of America also highlighted international growth and expansion into larger merchants as additional long-term growth drivers. The firm noted that international gross merchandise volume grew 45% year over year in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, while payments volume outside the U.S. increased more than 70%. Non-U.S. revenue currently represents 37% of Shopify’s total revenue.
The analyst also pointed to continued momentum among enterprise customers, noting that merchants with more than $25 million in gross merchandise volume are growing at the fastest pace and that Shopify Plus revenue increased 20% year over year.
Bank of America forecasts Shopify revenue growth of 24% to 28% from fiscal 2026 through fiscal 2028, with gross margins expected to remain in the mid-to-high 40% range. The firm expects operating margins to expand from 17.1% in 2025 to 20.5% in 2028, while free cash flow margins are forecast to increase from 17.4% to 20.3% over the same period.
The firm noted that Shopify’s payments-focused business model results in structurally lower gross margins, making enterprise value to gross profit a more relevant valuation measure. Its 22-times target multiple is above the peer group average of 18.1 times, reflecting Shopify’s growth outlook and expected margin expansion.
Shares of Shopify were down 5% at $115 in Wednesday trading.
Key Takeaways Block's Square GPV rose 13% year over year to $61.2B in Q1 2026, with strong international growth.Square expanded in larger merchants as food and beverage GPV and mid-market seller GPV each topped 20% growth.Block added commerce tools and customer wins that support higher payment activity and future GPV growth. Block Inc.'s (XYZ - Free Report) Square business is positioned for faster Gross Payment Volume (“GPV”) growth as international expansion, stronger traction with larger sellers and new commerce solutions drive higher payment activity across its ecosystem. Square's GPV, a key measure of payment activity, increased 13% year over year to $61.2 billion in the first quarter of 2026, or 11.5% on a constant-currency basis.
Growth was broad-based. U.S. GPV rose 8.2% year over year, while international GPV jumped 35%, or 26% on a constant-currency basis. International markets accounted for 22% of total Square GPV, up from 18% a year ago, reflecting the platform's expanding global presence.
Momentum is also accelerating in high-value segments. Food and beverage GPV increased 21% year over year, while mid-market seller GPV grew 22%, marking the strongest growth in both categories since the first quarter of 2023. Larger merchants typically generate higher payment volumes, creating a favorable mix for sustained GPV growth.
Product innovation is opening additional transaction opportunities. Square's Drive-Thru solution enables quick-service restaurants to manage drive-thru, kiosk and in-store orders on one platform, while Neighborhoods, which connects Square sellers with Cash App consumers, expanded to merchants representing $320 million in annualized GPV, up 190% from December.
Customer wins further support GPV’s growth prospects. Square is expanding across larger and multi-location merchants, including Steak Escape, GOLFTEC, Magnolia Soap & Bath Co., Sofive Soccer Centers and Ladurée Canada, aiding continued GPV acceleration.
How Are Block’s Competitors Faring?Toast (TOST - Free Report) supports restaurant POS, payments, ordering and kitchen workflows. In first-quarter 2026, Toast’s ARR grew 26% year over year to $2.2 billion. It added about 7,000 net new locations and generated $126 million of net income plus $179 million of adjusted EBITDA. This scale makes Toast a strong rival in restaurants and QSRs.
Shift4 Payments (FOUR - Free Report) offers integrated payments for restaurants, hospitality, stadiums, gaming and larger merchants. In first-quarter 2026, Shift4 reported $549 million of revenues, up 49% year over year, with EPS of 97 cents. Its strength in high-volume merchant categories makes it relevant as Square moves further upmarket.
XYZ’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of Block have rallied 24.1% over the past three months, outperforming the broader industry and the S&P 500 Index.
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In terms of forward 12-month P/E, XYZ stock is trading at 17.35X, which is at a discount to the Zacks Internet Software industry’s 27.03X.
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Block’s estimate revisions reflect a positive trend. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for full-year 2026 EPS has been revised northward marginally. It indicates a significant increase year over year.
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Block currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 (Strong Buy) Rank stocks here.
SummaryMicron Technology, Inc. delivered an extraordinary Q3, prompting a rating upgrade to buy as AI-driven demand fuels record revenue and margin growth.MU Q3 revenues soared 346% y/y to $41.46B, with gross margins at 84.6% and operating margins at 80.4%, surpassing even leading fabless peers.Management guided Q4 revenues to $50B and gross margins to 86%, with $100B in minimum contracted revenue de-risking future capex.Despite recent market jitters and a 30% pullback from highs, MU’s structural AI demand and take-or-pay contracts support a bullish long-term thesis. JHVEPhoto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images
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TSMC očekává, že celoroční tržby v roce 2026 vzrostou o více než 30 % v dolarech díky silné poptávce po AI čipech. Firma zároveň zvyšuje kapitálové výdaje, aby rozšířila kapacity.
Key Takeaways TSMC outperformed the sector and key peers over the past year amid strong AI-driven demand.TSM expects more than 30% full-year 2026 revenue growth and higher capital spending to expand capacity.TSMC's 2nm, A16 and expanding 3nm capacity support growth across smartphone and HPC AI applications. The global semiconductor foundry market is attracting growing investor interest, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT). Foundries continue to heavily invest in research and development to offer advanced process nodes, helping meet demand for these high-tech applications. According to Fortune Business Insights, the market is projected to witness a CAGR of 3.4% through 2026-2034, expanding from $175.1 billion in 2025. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM - Free Report) , or TSMC, dominates this space with more than 70% market share.
Over the past year, the stock has surged 90.4%, outperforming the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s 37.2% gain and the S&P 500 composite’s 24.9% return. TSMC also outpaced peers GlobalFoundries (GFS - Free Report) and ON Semiconductor (ON - Free Report) , or onsemi, both of which gained 58.9% over the same period.
TSM Stock’s 12-month Performance
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Based on its last closing price, TSM stock is trading above its 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs), signaling sustained bullish momentum.
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Tailwinds Supporting TSMCTSMC reported May 2026 consolidated net revenues of NT$416.98 billion (New Taiwan Dollars), up 1.5% from April 2026 and 30.1% from May 2025. For the first five months of 2026, consolidated revenues totaled NT$1.96 trillion, marking a 30% increase compared with the same period last year.
Robust AI-related demand underpins the company’s growth outlook. Management stated that the shift from generative AI and the query mode to agentic AI and command and action mode is driving higher token consumption and increasing the need for computation, supporting demand for leading-edge silicon. TSMC continues to see a strong signal and positive outlook from its customers as well as cloud service providers, maintaining a high level of conviction in the multiyear AI megatrend.
Performance-wise, first-quarter 2026 revenues increased 6.4% sequentially to $35.9 billion, slightly ahead of the company’s guidance. Gross margin expanded by 390 basis points (bps) sequentially to 66.2%, driven by cost improvement efforts, a higher overall capacity utilization rate and a more favorable foreign exchange rate. Operating margin improved 410 bps sequentially to 58.1% due to operating leverage.
TSMC’s 2-nanometer (N2) and A16 technologies continue to lead the industry in addressing the demand for energy-efficient computing, with almost all the innovators working with TSMC. N2 is ramping up successfully in multiple phases at both the company’s Hsinchu and Kaohsiung sites, led by strong demand from both smartphone and High-Performance Computing (“HPC”) AI applications.
At the same time, the company is stepping up its capital expenditure to expand its global 3-nanometer capacity. The expansion spans Taiwan, Arizona and Japan, alongside 5-nanometer tool conversions and capacity optimization across N7, N5 and N3 nodes. TSMC’s A14 technology development is also on track, for which it is seeing a high level of customer interest and engagement from both smartphone and HPC applications.
TSMC’s Near-Term Financial OutlookTSMC remains confident that full-year 2026 revenues will grow by more than 30% in U.S. dollar terms, reflecting the strength of its differentiated technology and broad customer base.
For the second quarter, the company expects revenues between $39 billion and $40.2 billion, representing 10% sequential growth and 32% year-over-year growth at the midpoint. Based on an exchange rate assumption of $1 to 31.7 New Taiwan Dollars, the second-quarter gross margin is projected at 65.5%-67.5% and operating margin at 56.5%-58.5%. Management noted that the initial ramp-up of its 2-nanometer technology will dilute gross margin by 2%-3% for the year.
TSMC also expects capital expenditures to trend toward the high end of its previously announced $52-$56 billion range as it expands capacity to support customer demand. Despite the elevated spending, management reiterated its focus on delivering profitable growth for shareholders.
TSM Stock’s Estimate TrendAt present, the Zacks Consensus Estimate expects TSMC’s earnings per share (EPS) to grow 44.1% to $15.35 in 2026, followed by another 27% increase to $19.50 in 2027. Analyst estimates for both years have moved higher over the past three months. The company’s revenues are expected to grow 32.3% in 2026 and another 26.6% in 2027.
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How Valuation Metrics Look for TSMCBased on the forward 12-month Price/Earnings (P/E), TSM trades at 25.84X, slightly above its median of 24.33X and the 24.98X sector average. In contrast, GFS trades at a P/E of 38.63X, while ON sits with 24.35X.
TSM’s One-Year P/E
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ConclusionTSMC benefits from strong demand for its leading-edge process technologies. The performance of its key profitability metrics is supported by cost improvement efforts and a high-capacity utilization rate. The higher level of capital spending reflects management’s confidence in delivering profitable growth to shareholders and also capturing long-term growth opportunities. At the same time, TSMC remains well-positioned to continue capitalizing on the strong industry tailwinds.
The stock has significantly outperformed the sector and other peers over the past 12 months. From a valuation standpoint, TSM is trading close to both its historical median and sector average. Backed by positive earnings estimate revisions, the stock appears to be an attractive investment opportunity.
TSM carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Eli Lilly dosáhla nového maxima 1 235,56 USD a J.P. Morgan zvýšil cílovou cenu LLY z 1 300 na 1 400 USD. Podporují ji silné růsty předpisů u Mounjaro a Zepbound.
Key Takeaways Eli Lilly reached a record high as a higher analyst price target reinforced long-term growth expectations. LLY's Mounjaro and Zepbound posted strong prescription growth, while oral Foundayo expands beyond injectables.LLY may benefit from broader Medicare access as the GLP-1 Bridge program improves affordability. Eli Lilly (LLY - Free Report) shares climbed to another all-time high of $1,235.56, pushing the drugmaker's market capitalization to roughly $1.13 trillion. The rally gained further support after a J.P. Morgan analyst reportedly raised the target price for LLY from $1,300 to $1,400, implying roughly 13% upside from current levels despite the stock already trading at record highs. The revision reflects growing confidence that Lilly's leadership in obesity and diabetes treatments can continue driving earnings growth over the long term.
The bullish outlook is underpinned by Eli Lilly’s continued dominance in the rapidly expanding GLP-1 market. Lilly's blockbuster therapies Mounjaro and Zepbound [for type II diabetes (T2D) and obesity, respectively] continue to post strong prescription growth. Its newly approved oral obesity therapy, Foundayo (orforglipron), extends Lilly's obesity franchise beyond injectable treatments following its U.S. launch. The drug adds another long-term growth lever for the company, with additional global regulatory filings expected to further expand its commercial opportunity.
The investment thesis also reflects confidence that the obesity market remains significantly underpenetrated. Lilly is well-positioned to benefit as awareness rises, treatment adoption accelerates and reimbursement improves across major markets. The company has steadily expanded its presence internationally while continuing to gain U.S. market share, supporting the view that its growth runway remains far from exhausted.
A major near-term catalyst is the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program, which became effective on July 1. The program allows eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries to obtain Lilly's Zepbound and Foundayo for $50 per month through the end of 2027, substantially improving affordability for millions of eligible patients who previously had limited access to obesity medicines. While the program also covers competing GLP-1 therapies, it expands the overall addressable market by lowering one of the biggest barriers to treatment.
The reimbursement expansion, however, does not hand Lilly an exclusive advantage. Rival company Novo Nordisk's (NVO - Free Report) Wegovy injection and oral formulation for obesity are also available under the same Medicare program at the identical monthly copay. Instead of reimbursement determining market winners, competition is increasingly shifting toward product differentiation. Lilly arguably enters this phase from a position of strength. Zepbound has demonstrated superior weight-loss efficacy versus Wegovy in head-to-head studies. At the same time, Foundayo offers a simpler once-daily oral dosing regimen without food or drink restrictions, potentially improving patient convenience and adherence.
After an exceptional rally, valuation naturally becomes a big consideration for investors. Yet, premium valuations often persist when earnings continue to outpace expectations. With multiple blockbuster GLP-1 products, an expanding obesity market, improving reimbursement and a growing international opportunity, Lilly's long-term fundamentals remain compelling. While near-term volatility is always possible after such a strong run, the latest price-target increase suggests many on Wall Street still see meaningful upside, indicating the stock may be expensive — but not necessarily overpriced — for investors with a long-term horizon.
Lilly's GLP-1 Franchise Faces Rising Competitive PressureEli Lilly and Novo Nordisk remain the two dominant players in the fast-growing obesity market. Competition is also intensifying in the oral obesity segment, where Lilly's Foundayo challenges Novo Nordisk's Wegovy pill. While the Wegovy pill has surpassed three million U.S. prescriptions within six months of launch, demonstrating strong early adoption, Foundayo's simpler dosing regimen could help it narrow the gap.
Smaller biotech firms, like Viking Therapeutics (VKTX - Free Report) and Structure Therapeutics (GPCR - Free Report) , are also advancing GLP-1–based therapies to challenge the incumbents. Viking Therapeutics’ dual GIPR/GLP-1 receptor agonist, VK2735, is being developed as both oral and subcutaneous formulations for the treatment of obesity. Viking Therapeutics plans to advance oral VK2735 into phase III development for obesity in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Structure Therapeutics’ phase II ACCESS study on its orally administered GLP-1 RA, aleniglipron, demonstrated significant weight loss across all doses. Structure Therapeutics expects to initiate the late-stage program of aleniglipron in obesity in the second half of 2026.
LLY’s Stock Price, Valuation and EstimatesShares of Eli Lilly have gained 15% year to date compared with the industry’s 11.8% growth. During the same time frame, the company has also outperformed the sector and the S&P 500, as seen in the chart below.
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From a valuation standpoint, LLY stock is expensive. Going by the price/earnings ratio, the company’s shares currently trade at 30.70 forward earnings, higher than 18.77 for the industry. However, the stock is trading below its five-year mean of 34.56.
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Estimates for Eli Lilly’s 2026 earnings have deteriorated from $35.67 to $35.60 per share in the past 60 days, and estimates for 2027 earnings have improved from $44.48 to $44.58 per share over the same time frame.
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Eli Lilly currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Salesforce oznámil tržby 11,13 miliardy USD za 1. čtvrtletí FY27 dne 27. května 2026 a spustil zpětný odkup akcií za 25 miliard USD. ServiceNow mezitím uzavřel FY25 s tržbami 3,568 miliardy USD za 4. čtvrtletí a vsadil na akvizice v oblasti bezpečnosti.
Salesforce (NYSE:CRM | CRM Price Prediction) and ServiceNow (NYSE:NOW) both just delivered results that reset the enterprise AI conversation. Salesforce posted $11.13 billion in Q1 FY27 revenue on May 27, 2026, leaning on Agentforce and a massive buyback.
ServiceNow closed FY25 on January 28, 2026 with $3.568 billion in Q4 revenue and a wave of security-focused acquisitions. Two AI platforms, two very different playbooks.
Agentforce Carries Salesforce. Workflow M&A Carries ServiceNow. Salesforce is monetizing agents faster than most skeptics expected. Agentforce ARR hit $1.2 billion, up 205% year over year, and combined AI plus data ARR reached nearly $3.40 billion. Customers processed 3.8 billion Agentic Work Units, with more than 50% of Agentforce and Data 360 bookings coming from existing accounts. That is a healthy signal that Customer 360 remains sticky.
ServiceNow is playing a wider game. Now Assist net new ACV more than doubled year over year, and the platform closed 244 transactions above $1 million in net new ACV.
CEO Bill McDermott framed the mission bluntly: “We are building the AI control tower for business reinvention so enterprises can operate securely in an agentic AI world.” The Moveworks close, plus pending deals for Armis and Veza, push ServiceNow deeper into security and identity.
Business Driver Salesforce ServiceNow Growth Engine Agentforce + Data 360 Now Assist + workflow M&A Revenue Growth 13.3% YoY 20.66% YoY Capital Strategy $25B debt-funded ASR $5B buyback + acquisitions One Buys Back Stock. The Other Buys Companies. Salesforce is defending its core with a very expensive fence. The $25 billion accelerated share repurchase cut diluted shares from 970 million to 871 million, but noncurrent debt jumped to $39.3 billion from $10.4 billion.
Benioff called it “an outstanding quarter”, yet investors have not been convinced: CRM is down 36.97% year to date. ServiceNow is spending on capability instead of shares, and it has bled harder, off 47.35% over the past year.
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Valuation tells the tension. CRM trades at a forward P/E of 12x with a PEG of 0.779. NOW trades at a forward P/E of 25x and an EV/EBITDA of 33x. You pay up for the growth rate.
The Next Test Is Whose Agents Get Adopted Fastest I will be watching cRPO. Salesforce guided FY27 revenue of $45.90 billion to $46.20 billion, with cRPO at $33.6 billion, up 14%.
ServiceNow guided FY26 subscription revenue of $15.53 to $15.57 billion with cRPO growth of 22.5%. If McDermott’s “AI-driven CRM” language turns into real wins against Customer 360, the growth gap widens. Reddit already smells the fight: a viral investing thread framed Salesforce’s Informatica buy as proof the disruption is real.
Why I Lean Toward ServiceNow, But Only Just If you want cheap cash flow and a shareholder yield story, Salesforce fits. A PEG under 0.8 and $6.556 billion in Q1 free cash flow are hard to ignore, and the $0.42 quarterly dividend adds a floor. My hesitation is the debt: leveraging up to buy your own stock while a competitor targets your customers is a defensive move dressed as confidence.
I lean toward ServiceNow for the next 18 months because growth is accelerating while margins expand. Non-GAAP operating margin reached 31%, FCF margin hit 57% in Q4, and the Armis and Veza deals give the platform something Salesforce lacks: a credible security layer for agentic workflows.
The valuation is steep, which is worth noting given the growth premium. If Agentforce bookings decelerate next quarter, I revisit the whole thesis.
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Plug Power stock extended its sharp sell-off this week, falling to its lowest level since April 2. The shares have plunged 45% from their highest level this year and have slipped below the 200-day moving average, while short interest remains elevated despite the company's ongoing turnaround efforts.
Plug Power, a top player in the hydrogen energy industry, has been in a rollercoaster this year. It initially jumped to a multi-month high of $4.32 in May as investors cheered its turnaround efforts, and then erased most of those gains, and the situation is worsening.
The ongoing sell-off has coincided with the rising short interest. Benzinga data shows that its short interest jumped to 27.4%, a sign that many investors still expect it to continue falling in the near future.
The company has made some major changes this year, with the management suggesting that it has a path towards profitability in the future. It has also made some customer wins in the past few months. For example, it secured a new 50 MW electrolyzer order from Australia, which is being developed by Orica, a top player in the mining and infrastructure solutions.
Before that, the company completed the commissioning of 5 MW electrolyzer system at Måde Power-to-X (PtX) facility in Esbjerg, Denmark.
Plug Power’s financial statements have also demonstrated that its business was making progress. The results showed that its revenue jumped by 22% in the first quarter to $163 million, helped by its material handling and electrolyzer businesses. It attributed this growth to its relationship with Amazon and Walmart, which use its solutions in their warehouses.
At the same time, the company said that its gross margins improved to minus 13% from minus 55% in the same period last year, a 71% increase. It attributed the margin growth to its measures to improve service execution, sales growth, and fuel sourcing efficiencies.
Plug Power also noted that it had already deployed 320 MW of electrolyzer globally and that it had an $8 billion pipeline across sectors like industrial and energy. Also, its hydrogen fuel sales rose by 22%, helped by customer growth, higher prices, and reduced warrant charges. Its hydrogen fuel margin rose by 54%.
Wall Street analysts are optimistic about Plug Power, with the average estimate for this year’s annual revenue being $813 million, up by 14.5% YoY. Also, they expect the revenue to jump to $964 million next year.
Therefore, the stock is falling as investors focus on its balance sheet. It ended the quarter with $802 million in cash, with $223 million being unrestricted. The rest is in the form of restricted cash that will be released $50 million per quarter for the next few years. With its cash burn still continuing, chances are that it may raise cash again this year.
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The daily chart shows that the PLUG stock price has been in a strong downward trend in the past few weeks as the recent momentum stalled. It has dropped below the 50-day and 200-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMA).
The stock moved below the key support level of $2.66, its highest point in January this year. At the same time, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) has dropped and is approaching the oversold level of 30.
Therefore the most likely scenario is that it continues falling as investors wait for more clarity about its business when it releases its earnings, possibly on August 10.
Halliburton získal od Basra Oil Company integrovaný kontrakt na rozvoj iráckých polí Bin Umar a Sindbad. Cílem je zvýšit těžbu až na 150 000 barelů denně v Bin Umar a na 100 000 barelů denně v Sindbad.
Key Takeaways Halliburton will manage engineering, drilling, production and reservoir operations under one contract.HAL's project targets up to 150,000 bopd at Bin Umar and 100,000 bopd at Sindbad.Halliburton will deploy advanced technologies to boost efficiency, gas recovery and field performance. Halliburton (HAL - Free Report) has strengthened its footprint in the Middle East after securing an integrated management contract from Iraq’s Basra Oil Company to develop the Bin Umar and Sindbad oil fields. The agreement supports Iraq’s long-term strategy to unlock greater value from its hydrocarbon resources while modernizing field operations through advanced technology and international expertise. The project also reflects the Iraqi government’s commitment to increasing production capacity and improving energy infrastructure across one of the country's most productive oil regions.
Halliburton Expands Its Role in Iraq’s Upstream IndustryThe latest contract highlights Halliburton’s growing importance in Iraq’s upstream oil and gas sector. Rather than providing a single service, the company will oversee an integrated development program that combines engineering, drilling, production optimization, reservoir management and operational planning under one framework.
This model enables faster decision-making, improved coordination between technical teams and greater operational efficiency throughout the life of the project. For Iraq, partnering with an experienced global energy services company helps accelerate development timelines while ensuring projects are executed using internationally recognized standards and modern technologies.
Development Targets for Bin Umar and Sindbad Oil FieldsThe agreement includes ambitious production objectives for both oil fields. Bin Umar is expected to increase crude oil production to 150,000 barrels of oil per day (bopd) over the coming years, while associated gas production is targeted to reach 300 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscf/d).
At the Sindbad oil field, crude output is planned to reach between 80,000 bopd and 100,000 bopd, with associated gas production expected in the range of 240-260 MMscf/d.
These production goals form part of Iraq’s broader strategy to maximize existing field potential while strengthening the country's position as one of the world's leading oil producers.
Integrated Field Management Offers Long-Term Operational BenefitsIntegrated management contracts have become increasingly popular across the global energy industry because they simplify complex field operations. Instead of relying on multiple contractors working independently, a single company coordinates engineering, drilling, production, maintenance, logistics and technical services through a unified management structure.
This approach improves communication between project teams, reduces operational delays and allows faster implementation of technical solutions. It also provides operators with greater visibility across every stage of field development, enabling better resource allocation and more consistent production performance.
For large producing assets such as Bin Umar and Sindbad, integrated management creates opportunities to enhance efficiency while maintaining safe and reliable operations.
Basra Continues to Drive Iraq’s Oil Production GrowthBasra governorate remains the foundation of Iraq’s petroleum industry, accounting for the majority of the country’s crude oil production and exports. Continued investment in fields across the region plays a vital role in supporting government revenues, attracting international partnerships and maintaining export capacity.
Projects that focus on improving mature oil fields are particularly valuable because they increase production without requiring entirely new discoveries. By optimizing existing assets, Iraq can generate stronger returns from proven reserves while making better use of existing infrastructure.
The partnership reinforces Basra’s position as the center of Iraq’s energy sector and demonstrates continued confidence in the region’s long-term production potential.
Associated Gas Development Supports Iraq’s Energy SecurityBeyond crude oil, the project places significant emphasis on recovering associated natural gas that is produced alongside oil. Increasing gas capture has become a national priority as Iraq works to reduce flaring and expand domestic energy supplies.
Higher gas production can provide additional fuel for electricity generation, support industrial development and reduce dependence on imported energy resources. Capturing more associated gas also improves overall resource efficiency by ensuring valuable hydrocarbons are utilized instead of being wasted.
As demand for cleaner and more reliable energy continues to grow, investments in gas infrastructure will play an increasingly important role in Iraq’s broader energy strategy.
Advanced Technology Will Enhance Field PerformanceHouston-based oil and gas equipment and services company brings decades of experience in deploying advanced technologies across complex oil and gas developments worldwide. Digital reservoir analysis, intelligent drilling systems, production monitoring, well optimization and data-driven decision-making have become essential tools for maximizing field performance.
These technologies help operators identify production opportunities more quickly, improve recovery rates, minimize downtime and optimize long-term asset management. The integration of digital solutions also enables continuous monitoring, allowing technical teams to respond rapidly to changing reservoir conditions and operational requirements.
Applying these capabilities to the Bin Umar and Sindbad developments is expected to improve efficiency while supporting sustainable production growth throughout the project lifecycle.
Economic Benefits Extend Beyond Oil ProductionThe agreement is expected to generate broader economic value by encouraging investment, supporting local supply chains and creating opportunities for workforce development. Large-scale energy projects typically require collaboration with domestic contractors, equipment suppliers, logistics providers and technical specialists, contributing to wider economic activity across the region.
Knowledge transfer from international service companies also helps strengthen local technical expertise, providing long-term benefits for Iraq’s energy workforce. As operational capabilities continue to improve, future upstream projects can benefit from enhanced skills, stronger infrastructure and greater project management experience.
These indirect benefits make integrated development agreements valuable not only for production growth but also for supporting the long-term development of Iraq’s energy sector.
Positive Outlook for Halliburton and Iraq’s Energy FutureHalliburton’s integrated management contract for the Bin Umar and Sindbad oil fields represents another significant milestone in Iraq’s efforts to expand oil and gas production through international collaboration. By combining advanced technology, operational expertise and comprehensive field management, the partnership supports the country's objective of maximizing existing resources while improving efficiency across critical upstream assets.
As development progresses, the project is expected to strengthen Iraq’s production capacity, enhance domestic energy security through greater gas utilization and reinforce Halliburton’s position as a trusted partner in delivering large-scale energy projects across the Middle East. With sustained investment and effective execution, the agreement has the potential to contribute meaningfully to Iraq’s long-term economic growth and the continued evolution of its oil and gas industry.
HAL's Zacks Rank & Key PicksCurrently, HAL has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
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Coty vrátí licenci Gucci Beauty dříve a získá zhruba 400 milionů USD, které chce použít na snížení dluhu a investice do klíčových značek. Správu Gucci Beauty si ponechá nejméně do 30. června 2027.
Key Takeaways Coty will return the Gucci Beauty license early in a deal worth about $400 million.COTY plans to use the proceeds to reduce debt and invest in its core prestige fragrance and beauty brands.Coty will manage Gucci Beauty through at least June 30, 2027, while both firms resolve pending litigation. Coty Inc. (COTY - Free Report) is making a strategic move to simplify its business and strengthen financial position. The beauty company has agreed to return the Gucci Beauty license to Kering about a year before the original contract was set to expire. In return, Coty will receive around $400 million, giving it more flexibility to reduce debt and invest in the core brands.
Under the agreement, Coty will continue managing Gucci Beauty through at least June 30, 2027. The company will receive $250 million upfront, with another $150 million due by Sept. 30, 2027, although up to $30 million of that amount depends on certain conditions being met. Coty will also sell enough Gucci Beauty inventory to Kering to support the transition and expects to incur about $30 million in cash taxes related to the transaction. Both companies have also agreed to resolve all pending litigation related to the Gucci Beauty license, removing a legal overhang ahead of the transition.
This move marks the end of a successful chapter for Coty, which has managed the Gucci Beauty business since 2016. Gucci Beauty sales have grown more than 60% since 2019, driven by popular fragrance lines such as Gucci Flora, Bloom, Guilty and Alchemist Garden. While the license will end earlier than originally planned, the agreement gives Coty greater financial flexibility to focus on its long-term priorities.
The transaction also aligns with Coty's broader strategic direction. Management has repeatedly emphasized that deleveraging remains its top capital allocation priority while focusing investments on fewer, higher-impact brands under the Coty.Curated strategy. The company is also working to simplify the business, reduce costs and improve cash flow. This agreement supports those goals by strengthening Coty's balance sheet and giving it greater flexibility to invest in the core prestige brands.
Coty’s Zacks Rank & Share Price PerformanceShares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have gained 14.9% in the past month compared with the broader Consumer Staples sector, the industry and the S&P 500 index’s rise of 3.9%, 4.5% and 1.6%, respectively.
COTY Stock's Past Month Performance
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Is COTY a Value Play Stock?Coty currently trades at a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 6.31, below the industry and the sector’s average of 19.33 and 17.11, respectively. This valuation positions the stock at a modest discount relative to both its direct peers and the broader consumer staples sector.
COTY P/E Ratio (Forward 12 Months)
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Estee Lauder’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings calls for growth of 4.5% and 59.6%, respectively, from the year-ago reported numbers. EL delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 39.1%.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Five Below’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings calls for growth of 14.7% and 34.3%, respectively, from the year-ago reported numbers.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Dollar Tree’s current fiscal-year earnings and sales indicates growth of 21.4% and 6.5%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals.
