Key Takeaways Danaher's Biotechnology segment grew 7% in Q1 2026, driven by strong bioprocessing demand. DHR's bioprocessing equipment orders rose more than 30% on solid pharmaceutical demand. Danaher expects Biotechnology growth despite weaker filtration, consumables and equipment demand. Danaher Corporation’s (DHR - Free Report) Biotechnology segment continues to be a major contributor to its growth. In the first quarter of 2026, the segment’s core revenues increased 7% on a year-over-year basis, driven by strength in the bioprocessing business. On a geographical basis, higher sales in Western Europe and China fueled the increase in core sales.
The bioprocessing business is benefiting from higher demand for consumables from large pharmaceutical customers. Also, solid demand from pharmaceutical customers for monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) has been aiding the business. In the first quarter of 2026, orders for bioprocessing equipment increased more than 30%. For 2026, Danaher expects core revenues from the bioprocessing business to rise in high single digits on a year-over-year basis. Also, strength in the medical filtration and research consumables business bodes well for the Biotechnology segment.
However, the Biotechnology segment is facing headwinds due to weak demand for medical filtration products and research consumables in the discovery and medical business. Lower equipment demand is also weighing on the segment's performance.
Despite these headwinds, Danaher expects the Biotechnology segment’s core revenues to grow in the mid-single digits year over year in the second quarter of 2026. Rising demand for bioprocessing products is expected to support the segment’s performance in the coming quarters.
Segment Snapshot of DHR's PeersAmong its major peers, Labcorp Holdings Inc.’s (LH - Free Report) Biopharma Laboratory Services segment generated net sales of $780.6 million in the first quarter of 2026, up 8.2% year over year. This was driven by Labcorp’s strong drug development capabilities and scientific expertise. Labcorp derived 22.1% of its total revenues from this segment during the quarter.
Its another peer: CVS Health Corporation’s (CVS - Free Report) Health Services segment reported net sales of $48.24 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 11% year over year. CVS Health generated 48% of its total sales from this segment in the quarter. Favorable pharmacy drug mix and brand inflation aided the segment’s results in the second quarter.
DHR's Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesShares of Danaher have gained 3% in the past month compared with the industry’s growth of 7.1%.
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From a valuation standpoint, DHR is trading at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 22.08X, above the industry’s average of 16.51X.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DHR’s 2026 earnings has increased a penny over the past 30 days.
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.
Stock futures are tumbling again this morning. Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) futures are off 423 points, after President Donald Trump told the NATO conference in Turkey that the ceasefire with Iran is over, after the country earlier this week initiated attacks on oil tankers on the Strait of Hormuz. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) prices have surged roughly 5% in response. Futures on the Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) and S&P 500 Index (SPX) are also sliding, as chip stocks extend yesterday's selloff. Later today, investors will be keen to unpack the Federal Reserve's June meeting minutes at 2 p.m. ET.
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5 Things You Need to Know Today The Cboe Options Exchange saw roughly 2 million call contracts and 1.4 million put contracts traded on Tuesday. The single-session equity put/call ratio rose to 0.69, while the 21-day moving average remained at 0.58. Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA) are 9% higher before the opening bell, after the e-commerce giant reaffirmed overall profit for June. Today's surge will be a welcome reprieve for the China-based name, as shares sport a 25.7% deficit for 2026 and attempt to extend a bounce off its June 26 bottom of $91.99. Estee Lauder Companies Inc (NYSE:EL) stock is down 1.1% ahead of the open, after the makeup retailer said it expected its restructuring plan to cost $1.75 billion, significantly above previous estimates. EL sports a 19% year-to-date deficit. Carnival Corporation Ltd (NYSE:CCL) stock is off by 4.8% in electronic trading, oil prices weigh on travel stocks. Should these losses hold, it will mark a sixth-straight drop for the cruise name, adding more weight to a 9% year-over-year deficit. All eyes are on today's Fed meeting minutes.
Global Markets Follow Suit With Steep Drops Asian markets finished mostly lower. China’s Shanghai Composite slipped 0.5%, after the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) pointed to a growing gap between ample supply and soft demand across the economy, announcing Wednesday it would keep monetary policy loose and expand financial support aimed at boosting consumer spending at home. Elsewhere, Japan’s Nikkei tumbled 2.1%, the South Korean Kospi entered bear market territory with a 5.4% loss, and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng bucked the trend with a 3% gain.
European markets are pulling back after President Trump announced the ceasefire deal with Iran had collapsed, stoking fresh fears over rising Middle East tensions and a potential spike in oil prices. France’s CAC and Germany’s DAX are each down 1.7%, while London's FTSE is off 0.9%.
Markets are being tested again. The AI trade has spent the past several weeks under real pressure, with memory, semiconductor, and neocloud names selling off hard after an extraordinary first half. And now a fresh shock has arrived. Reports indicate the ceasefire in the Middle East is unraveling, with strikes on Iran appearing to resume. The market gapped down significantly at the Wednesday open, with the Dow dropping by about 600 points and oil prices surging.
Moments like these are exactly why long-term investors build positions in vehicles designed to weather volatility, not just chase it. Funds that combine reliable income with genuine growth potential offer portfolios two ways to win: dividends that compound through the chaos, and quality holdings that recover and grow on the other side. Here are three ETFs that fit that description well.
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Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF: The Flagship CompounderThe Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF NYSEARCA: VIG is one of the most popular dividend funds in the world for good reason. With $111.35 billion in assets and a rock-bottom 0.05% expense ratio, VIG tracks the S&P U.S. Dividend Growers Index, a basket of 340 companies with a decade-plus record of raising their dividends every single year. That screen naturally filters for durable, cash-generative businesses, the kind that tend to hold up best when markets wobble.
Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF Today
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Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF
$238.07 -0.81 (-0.34%)
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52-Week Range$203.17▼
$240.08Dividend Yield1.50%
Assets Under Management$111.28 billion
What makes VIG more than a defensive vehicle is what sits inside it.
Top holdings include Broadcom NASDAQ: AVGO, Apple NASDAQ: AAPL, Microsoft NASDAQ: MSFT, and Eli Lilly NYSE: LLY, giving the fund meaningful exposure to technology and healthcare growth alongside classic dividend payers like Johnson & Johnson NYSE: JNJ and ExxonMobil NYSE: XOM.
The yield is a modest 1.5%, but the emphasis is on dividend growth rather than starting yield, which is what drives long-term compounding.
Vanguard International Dividend Appreciation ETF: The Global DiversifierThe Vanguard International Dividend Appreciation ETF NASDAQ: VIGI applies the same philosophy outside the United States, and in a macro environment like today's, geographic diversification matters. VIGI tracks the S&P Global ex-U.S. Dividend Growers Index, which holds 346 developed and emerging-market companies that have raised their dividends for at least seven consecutive years. Top holdings include Nestlé OTCMKTS: NSRGY, Novartis NYSE: NVS, Roche OTCMKTS: RHHBY, SAP SE NYSE: SAP, Schneider Electric OTCMKTS: SBGSY, and Royal Bank of Canada NYSE: RY, a collection of global blue chips with fortress balance sheets.
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$94.26 -1.01 (-1.06%)
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52-Week Range$85.23▼
$96.60Dividend Yield2.11%
Assets Under Management$8.89 billion
The case for VIGI is straightforward. It offers a higher yield than its U.S. counterpart, a low 0.1% expense ratio, and global diversification.
When U.S. markets gap down on geopolitical headlines, international dividend growers denominated across multiple currencies and economies provide a genuine hedge rather than a duplicate bet.
The fund is up over 4% year-to-date, and with international valuations still trading at a meaningful discount to U.S. equities, the long-term setup offers both income and possible room for multiple expansion.
Fidelity High Dividend ETF: Income With a Growth EngineThe Fidelity High Dividend ETF NYSEARCA: FDVV might be the most surprising name on this list, and arguably the most interesting. It offers the highest yield of the three at 2.8%, yet its single largest holding is NVIDIA NASDAQ: NVDA at 6.48%, followed by Apple, Microsoft, and Broadcom. FDVV tracks the Fidelity High Dividend Index, which screens large and mid-cap companies for positive dividend characteristics while allowing meaningful exposure to dividend-paying technology leaders.
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$61.62 -0.21 (-0.34%)
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52-Week Range$52.48▼
$62.06Dividend Yield2.79%
Assets Under Management$9.98 billion
The result is a fund that behaves unlike traditional high-yield products. Investors collect a near 2.8% yield while retaining genuine participation in the AI and technology growth story, precisely the combination that pure income funds sacrifice. With $9.93 billion in assets, a 0.16% expense ratio, 111 holdings, and an almost 9% year-to-date gain that leads this entire group, FDVV has quietly proven that income and growth are not mutually exclusive. For investors who want to stay exposed to the market's most powerful theme while getting paid through the drawdowns, this is a compelling middle path.
Income Plus Growth ETFs Could Help Weather the StormWith markets sliding on renewed conflict and the AI trade on shaky footing, investors are reminded of why the income-plus-growth combination endures. All three of these funds carry Moderate Buy aggregate ratings, low fees, and portfolios built on companies that have proven they can raise payouts through wars, recessions, and sell-offs alike. For long-term investors, that is the kind of foundation worth owning when the headlines turn ugly.
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Tim Cook has less than two months left as Apple CEO. On Wednesday, he announced the largest domestic manufacturing commitment in company history: a multi-year deal with Broadcom expected to exceed $30 billion, the biggest single commitment ever made under Apple’s American Manufacturing Program. It closes a fifteen-year tenure defined by supply-chain mastery.
Inside the $30 Billion Broadcom Deal Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL | AAPL Price Prediction) said the agreement with Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) will produce more than 15 billion US-made chips and includes a $1.5 billion expansion of Broadcom’s facility in Fort Collins, Colorado. Bloomberg reports the arrangement runs through 2031, extending well beyond Cook’s tenure. The Fort Collins plant will build advanced radio-frequency components, including FBAR filters. FBAR (Film Bulk Acoustic Resonator) filters clean up the radio signals inside an iPhone so calls and data come through clearly.
Cook’s statement was direct: “Apple and Broadcom have a long history together, and this new phase of our partnership further accelerates our commitment to American manufacturing and innovation. The cutting-edge components built in Fort Collins are essential to delivering the incredible performance and connectivity our customers expect.” He also thanked President Trump and his administration for supporting the project, while Hock Tan credited Apple’s commitment for expanding Broadcom’s Colorado footprint.
Why a Domestic Chip Supply Chain Now Matters Cook told investors on Apple’s Q2 earnings call that tight capacity at TSMC constrained iPhone supply. Meanwhile, memory chip costs have jumped roughly 500% since August 2025 as AI data centers compete with consumer electronics, pushing Apple to raise MacBook and iPad prices 17-25% while sparing iPhones. Apple’s most recent 10-Q flags reliance on third parties for components, technology, and manufacturing as a top risk. Domestic supply of critical wireless silicon is now strategic infrastructure.
The Broadcom Investor Angle Broadcom shares jumped as much as 5% in premarket trading on Monday, July 6, following the announcement. AVGO closed at $370.78 on July 7, 2026, up 36.22% over the past twelve months. Broadcom reported Q2 FY2026 revenue of $22.19 billion, up 47.9% year over year, with AI semiconductor revenue of $10.80 billion, growing 143% YoY. Apple accounts for roughly 20% of Broadcom’s annual revenue, and locking that in through 2031 de-risks the base while Hock Tan chases his stated $100 billion AI sales target by 2027. Beyond Apple, Broadcom is developing next-gen TPUs for Google, expanded its Anthropic deal for 3.5 GW of computing capacity from 2027, and partnered with OpenAI on the Jalapeno Intelligence Processor. Investors weighing AVGO should treat the Apple extension as a durable revenue anchor rather than a standalone thesis.
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The Ternus Handoff Cook announced on April 20, 2026 that he will step down as Apple CEO on September 1, 2026. John Ternus, SVP of Hardware Engineering, will succeed him, with Cook becoming executive chairman. Polymarket had priced this outcome, with the Ternus contract resolving at 0.993 on $800,586.53 of volume. Ternus inherits a domestic supply chain for critical wireless components on day one, and Cook, as executive chairman, will keep engaging with policymakers around the world, continuing to steward the Broadcom relationship.
Cook’s Closing Chapter The numbers behind Cook’s tenure are striking. He grew Apple from about $300 billion when Steve Jobs died in 2011 to roughly $4 trillion today, the most value creation in corporate history by any CEO. His final full quarter as chief executive delivered $111.184 billion in revenue, up 16.6% YoY, an eighth consecutive EPS beat, and an installed base above 2.5 billion active devices. Fortune called 2026 “one of the most seismic years for CEO transitions,” alongside Greg Abel at Berkshire and John Furner at Walmart.
Cook’s Apple was built on invisible architecture: contracts, capacity, logistics, and supplier trust. The Broadcom agreement threads all of it. On September 1, he hands the keys to an engineer, having spent his last summer securing the wireless silicon that will sit inside every iPhone Ternus ships for the next five years. For a CEO whose signature was operational discipline, it is the most fitting exit.
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SummaryBroadcom secured a new multi-year, $30B supply agreement with Apple, extending their RF component partnership.The agreement extends the long-standing Apple/Broadcom collaboration until 2031, modernizes its Fort Collins facility, and ensures Apple's supply chain for advanced wireless chips.This renewal was widely expected and is not an AI silicon or XPU partnership; as a result, the market reaction has been muted.I reiterate a STRONG BUY on AVGO, targeting $50B FCF in 2026 and $550/share, with further and significant upside if an Apple XPU deal materializes. Getty Images
Apple (AAPL) announced a new multi-year deal with Broadcom (AVGO) this morning (July 8th). This was expected after an SEC filing was made by Broadcom earlier this week. Today, I'll give a brief summary of what the
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Apple has a new chip deal that could help the tech giant be less reliant on international suppliers. That deal sent shares of chipmaking giant Broadcom sharply higher on Wednesday.
Getting big returns from financial portfolios, whether through stocks, bonds, ETFs, other securities, or a combination of all, is an investor's dream. However, when you're an income investor, your primary focus is generating consistent cash flow from each of your liquid investments.
While cash flow can come from bond interest or interest from other types of investments, income investors hone in on dividends. A dividend is that coveted distribution of a company's earnings paid out to shareholders, and investors often view it by its dividend yield, a metric that measures the dividend as a percent of the current stock price. Many academic studies show that dividends account for significant portions of long-term returns, with dividend contributions exceeding one-third of total returns in many cases.
Ryman Hospitality Properties (RHP - Free Report) is headquartered in Nashville, and is in the Finance sector. The stock has seen a price change of 34.51% since the start of the year. The hotel and resort real estate investment trust is paying out a dividend of $1.20 per share at the moment, with a dividend yield of 3.77% compared to the REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry's yield of 3.95% and the S&P 500's yield of 1.35%.
Looking at dividend growth, the company's current annualized dividend of $4.80 is up 3.2% from last year. Over the last 5 years, Ryman Hospitality Properties has increased its dividend 3 times on a year-over-year basis for an average annual increase of 85.96%. Looking ahead, future dividend growth will be dependent on earnings growth and payout ratio, which is the proportion of a company's annual earnings per share that it pays out as a dividend. Ryman Hospitality Properties's current payout ratio is 55%, meaning it paid out 55% of its trailing 12-month EPS as dividend.
Earnings growth looks solid for RHP for this fiscal year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 is $9.03 per share, representing a year-over-year earnings growth rate of 6.74%.
Investors like dividends for many reasons; they greatly improve stock investing profits, decrease overall portfolio risk, and carry tax advantages, among others. However, not all companies offer a quarterly payout.
High-growth firms or tech start-ups, for example, rarely provide their shareholders a dividend, while larger, more established companies that have more secure profits are often seen as the best dividend options. During periods of rising interest rates, income investors must be mindful that high-yielding stocks tend to struggle. With that in mind, RHP is a compelling investment opportunity. Not only is it a strong dividend play, but the stock currently sits at a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
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.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) is down 810 points midday, heading for its worst single-session decline in nearly a month. The S&P 500 Index (SPX) and Nasdaq Composite Index (IXIC) are also in the red, weighed down by surging oil prices—back above $75 per barrel—amid heightened tensions with Iran. President Donald Trump told the NATO summit in Turkey that the U.S. will hit them hard tonight. In response, Wall Street's "fear gauge," the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), is back above 18 for the first time in two weeks.
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Occidental Petroleum Corp (NYSE:OXY) is getting lit up in the options pits today, as energy companies rise with oil prices. At last look, 112,000 calls have changed hands, volume that's 11 times the average intraday amount and 12 times the number of puts exchanged. The weekly 7/10 55-strike call is the most popular, while new positions are also being bought to open at the July 56 call. OXY is 5.9% higher to trade at $54.72, and is now 31.5% higher for 2026.
Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:AVGO) is bucking the broad market selloff today, up 5.1% to trade at $390.03, after the company inked a $30 billion supplier deal with Apple (AAPL) to produce over 15 billion chips. Broadcom stock is 12% higher on the year with support stepping up at its 200-day moving average.
Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ:PANW) stock is near the bottom of the Nasdaq, last seen down 6.1% to trade at $316.54. Cybersecurity stocks across the board have reacted negatively to resumed geopolitical tensions. PANW hit a record high of $368.17 on July 6, and is still 73.7% year-to-date.
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 8, 2026) - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Roblox Corporation (NYSE: RBLX) and certain of its officers.
This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Roblox securities between October 30, 2025 and April 30, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/RBLX.
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The Complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:
Defendants overstated Roblox's organic growth potential and the Company's ability to sustain "tremendous organic growth" following the rollout of its age verification features; Defendants downplayed and failed to adequately disclose the severity and certainty of headwinds associated with the age verification rollout, including a slowdown in user enrollment, reduced on-platform communication, and associated negative impacts on app store ratings; as a result of these undisclosed trends, Roblox's growth rates were expected to decline more sharply than represented; and as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.What's Next for Roblox Investors?
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm's site: bgandg.com/RBLX, or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Roblox you have until August 7, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman is investigating claims alleged in a pending securities class action suit against Roblox Corporation (NYSE: RBLX) and its management following disclosures that the company’s age verification rollout caused significant, undisclosed friction to its user growth and platform engagement.
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The firm’s investigation focuses on the suit’s claims that Defendants misled investors regarding the operational consequences of the safety-focused initiatives the company had purportedly implemented.
Allegations Concerning Age Verification and Growth:
The suit follows a sharp decline in Roblox’s share price on May 1, 2026, after the company reported its Q1 2026 financial results. The core allegations, which have emerged in recently filed complaint against the company, contend that Roblox failed to disclose that its age-check rollout:
Reduced Platform Engagement: The age verification features hindered on-platform communication, leading to a decline in user interaction.Negatively Impacted Organic Growth: The friction caused by these features resulted in lower app store ratings and a corresponding reduction in organic user sign-ups.Misrepresented Growth Potential: Throughout the class period (October 30, 2025 – April 30, 2026), Roblox characterized the rollout as a “gold standard” implementation while allegedly knowing it would lead to a significant slowdown in user growth. Key Disclosures and Market Impact
April 30, 2026: Roblox revealed a steep deceleration in year-over-year and sequential DAU growth, slashed its 2026 revenue guidance and severely cut its 2026 bookings growth. The company blamed its dismal results on just 51% of Roblox global DAUs having age checked. The company further revealed that “as a result of age check […] we have seen a reduction in app store ratings, and we believe this may be contributing to a reduction in organic sign-ups that typically flow from app stores.” Roblox also said its lowered prospects are the result of “continued friction” resulting from the age-check rollout.Market Correction: The news caused Roblox shares to fall $10.13, or approximately 18.33%, on May 1, 2026, erasing over $6.7 billion in market capitalization. Hagens Berman’s Investigation
“We’re focused on when Roblox and its management knew of the adverse consequences of the age-check rollout and whether they intentionally misled investors about it,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm’s investigation.
Investor Rights and Lead Plaintiff Deadline
Hagens Berman is currently evaluating the claims alleged in the suit brought on behalf of a putative class of investors who purchased Roblox securities between October 30, 2025, and April 30, 2026. If you suffered financial losses on RBLX during the class period, you are encouraged to contact our office to learn more about your legal rights and the ongoing class action litigation. The court-imposed deadline to move for appointment as lead plaintiff is August 7, 2026.
Report your losses nowContact Our Attorneys: [email protected] Hotline: 844-916-0895Hagens Berman’s Roblox Page: www.hbsslaw.com/cases/roblox If you’d like more information and answers to other frequently asked questions about the Roblox case and the firm’s investigation, read more.
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Investors with an interest in Internet - Software stocks have likely encountered both Block (XYZ - Free Report) and Spotify (SPOT - Free Report) . But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks? Let's take a closer look.
The best way to find great value stocks is to pair a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system. The Zacks Rank is a proven strategy that targets companies with positive earnings estimate revision trends, while our Style Scores work to grade companies based on specific traits.
Currently, Block has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), while Spotify has a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell). This system places an emphasis on companies that have seen positive earnings estimate revisions, so investors should feel comfortable knowing that XYZ is likely seeing its earnings outlook improve to a greater extent. However, value investors will care about much more than just this.
Value investors also tend to look at a number of traditional, tried-and-true figures to help them find stocks that they believe are undervalued at their current share price levels.
The Style Score Value grade factors in a variety of key fundamental metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a number of other key stats that are commonly used by value investors.
XYZ currently has a forward P/E ratio of 19.89, while SPOT has a forward P/E of 33.79. We also note that XYZ has a PEG ratio of 0.62. This figure is similar to the commonly-used P/E ratio, with the PEG ratio also factoring in a company's expected earnings growth rate. SPOT currently has a PEG ratio of 1.21.
Another notable valuation metric for XYZ is its P/B ratio of 2.13. The P/B ratio is used to compare a stock's market value with its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. For comparison, SPOT has a P/B of 10.85.
Based on these metrics and many more, XYZ holds a Value grade of B, while SPOT has a Value grade of D.
XYZ is currently sporting an improving earnings outlook, which makes it stick out in our Zacks Rank model. And, based on the above valuation metrics, we feel that XYZ is likely the superior value option right now.
If you are looking for a stock that has a solid history of beating earnings estimates and is in a good position to maintain the trend in its next quarterly report, you should consider Automatic Data Processing (ADP - Free Report) . This company, which is in the Zacks Internet - Software industry, shows potential for another earnings beat.
When looking at the last two reports, this payroll and human resources company has recorded a strong streak of surpassing earnings estimates. The company has topped estimates by 2.15%, on average, in the last two quarters.
For the last reported quarter, ADP came out with earnings of $3.37 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.28 per share, representing a surprise of 2.74%. For the previous quarter, the company was expected to post earnings of $2.58 per share and it actually produced earnings of $2.62 per share, delivering a surprise of 1.55%.
Price and EPS Surprise
For ADP, estimates have been trending higher, thanks in part to this earnings surprise history. And when you look at the stock's positive Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction), it's a great indicator of a future earnings beat, especially when combined with its solid Zacks Rank.
Our research shows that stocks with the combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. In other words, if you have 10 stocks with this combination, the number of stocks that beat the consensus estimate could be as high as seven.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a version of the Zacks Consensus whose definition is related to change. 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.
ADP has an Earnings ESP of +0.16% at the moment, suggesting that analysts have grown bullish on its near-term earnings potential. When you combine this positive Earnings ESP with the stock's Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), it shows that another beat is possibly around the corner. The company's next earnings report is expected to be released on July 29, 2026.
Investors should note, however, that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss, but a negative value does reduce the predictive power of this metric.
Many companies end up beating the consensus EPS estimate, though this is not the only reason why their shares gain. Additionally, some stocks may remain stable even if they end up missing the consensus estimate.
Because of this, it's really important to check a company's Earnings ESP ahead of its quarterly release to increase the odds of success. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
BofA is turning more cautious on commodities broadly, but uranium is bucking the trend as the firm's top conviction call for 2026.
The bank's commodities team cut 32 price objectives across its coverage, including 21 in precious metals, five in base metals and four in steel, and lowered 2026 estimates for 31 of the 33 companies it tracks.
Yet even with the broader pullback, uranium stands out. BofA sees 23% upside on a 2026 average basis versus spot, the biggest gap in its coverage universe, followed by nickel at 11% and platinum and silver both at 10%. Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO), Freeport-McMoRan Inc (NYSE:FCX, XETRA:FPMB) and Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA, NASDAQ:PAAS) are the firm's top picks.
Cameco stays the top uranium call Uranium remains BofA's favorite theme in the sector. Spot prices are still trading 23% below the firm's 2026 average forecast, a gap it attributes to contracting frictions, tight supply discipline and utilities restocking their inventories.
Cameco holds onto its spot as BofA's top uranium pick, with the bank citing the company's leverage to higher realized prices, a solid balance sheet and about 48% upside to its price target. The firm also flagged Cameco's 49% stake in Westinghouse Electric Company as a benefit tied to the broader buildout of new nuclear capacity in the U.S.
Gold loses some shine as rate hikes take hold The bigger story behind the downgrades is a shift in Fed policy. With the central bank moving from an easing stance toward raising rates to fight inflation, BofA says gold's upside potential has been cut roughly in half. The firm now sees its $6,000 an ounce target as out of reach for the time being.
BofA trimmed its 2026 gold forecast by 14% to $4,360 an ounce, though it still sees room for a rebound to $4,813 in 2027 if rate hikes wrap up.
Longer term, the firm actually raised its outlook, lifting its long-term gold forecast 17% to $3,500 an ounce.
Platinum and silver are looking more attractive than gold right now, each offering 10% upside versus spot for 2026 despite also seeing forecast cuts.
BofA added Pan American Silver as a new top pick in precious metals, pointing to undervalued silver growth, improving capital returns, upside from dormant assets and 56% potential upside to its price target.
Copper picks matter more than the macro In base metals, BofA is leaning less on broad market direction and more on individual names, noting that copper is already trading through its 2026 forecast. Freeport-McMoRan remains the firm's top base metals pick, backed by roughly 35% upside to its price target, exposure to copper through an ongoing operating turnaround, and growth potential the firm says isn't fully priced in yet.
Aluminum didn't fare as well. BofA cut its price forecasts materially, leaving little room for upside against current spot levels.
The team expects choppy conditions to persist through autumn before a potential recovery later in the year.
Man pushing a shopping cart filled with groceries at Aldi, the supermarket known for selling store-brand (private label) products at discounted prices. Aldi's low prices make it a popular choice for shoppers looking to save money. (Photo by: Deb Cohn-Orbach/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
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A fierce battle is emerging over how Americans shop for groceries—one-stop convenience versus deep discounts, regional loyalty versus national scale, full-service supermarkets versus small-scale efficiency. Two players are defining the fight: Kroger and Aldi.
Privately-owned Aldi is investing $9 billion in U.S. expansion to reach some 4,000 stores, leaving Kroger’s 2,700 footprint in the dust. Its deep-discount model is built for speed and simplicity around compact stores, limited assortments, a heavy reliance on private label and customer self-service—like bagging and shopping-cart retrieval— that keeps prices low and operations tight.
Kroger, the nation’s largest pure-play grocer with roughly $150 billion in revenue, is doubling down on a different strategy: expanded regional penetration and full-service breadth. Its $1.65 billion acquisition of Giant Eagle—a well-run, private regional chain with nearly 200 stores and 11 pharmacies generating an estimated $9 billion annually—is a strategic move to reinforce that model.
In a category where shopping is a necessity, household budgets are under pressure and grocers must aggressively defend market share, the stakes are high. The top five grocery store chains control over half of the market—Walmart (24%), Kroger (10%), Costco (9%), Albertsons (6%) and Publix (5%)—and Aldi, at 3.5%, is angling for more.
“We don’t know what the ceiling is,” Aldi USA chief commercial officer Scott Patton told the Financial Times. “We’re trying to take market share from anyone who sells groceries.”
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Kroger Takes A Small Bite Out Of A Big AppleAfter the FTC blocked Kroger’s $24.6 billion ambition to swallow number two pure-play grocer Albertsons whole, the company is back on the acquisition trail: this time snapping up Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle.
Giant Eagle—not to be confused with Giant grocery stores owned by Ahold Delhaize—is a popular regional chain with stores across Pennsylvania and neighboring Ohio, Maryland, West Virginia and Indiana.
Unlike the Albertsons’ deal—where significant crossover in local markets would have required equally significant divestitures—Kroger operates no stores in Pennsylvania, where about half of Giant Eagle stores are located, and it has only limited exposure in Indiana, Maryland and West Virginia.
The exception is Ohio: Kroger holds a dominant market share in Columbus, OH. It is likely that between five and nine Giant Eagle stores will face divestiture. The National Grocers Association said that where divestitures are required after a “robust” regulatory review, independent grocers should be prioritized as buyers “to ensure local communities benefit from a diverse marketplace.”
A number of industry observers are all in on this acquisition. Burt P. Flickinger III, managing director at Strategic Resource Group, told Supermarket News that the deal positions Kroger to push deeper into the Mid-Atlantic and New England.
Peter V.S. Bond, of Flywheel and co-host of the CPG Guys podcast, sees it as an adjacent-market expansion that marks Kroger’s acquisition strategy moving forward. “After the Albertsons deal collapsed, Kroger is choosing a smaller, more regionally contained target—a signal about how M&A appetite in grocery is being recalibrated post-FTC,” he wrote on LinkedIn.
Phil Lempert, CEO of SupermarketGuru, concurs, calling the deal “the first domino in an M&A obsession,” in The Robin Report. However, he questions whether Kroger has the financial wherewithal to continue on its present course, especially since the company vows to keep its dividend and $2 billion share-repurchase plan intact.
Kroger is financing the Giant Eagle acquisition with $1.25 billion in cash and $400 million in outstanding liabilities, a structure that Lempert argues leaves little capital to fund the in-store turnaround that newly appointed CEO Greg Foran promised.
“That’s a lot of confidence for a company whose own numbers are telling a shakier story,” Lempert wrote. “This looks less like disciplined capital allocation and more like a company that keeps writing new checks hoping the next one solves the problem the last one didn’t.”
Aldi Has Mastered Disciplined ExecutionIf Kroger’s M&A appetite continues to grow with the eating, then Aldi’s strategy shows what restrained, disciplined growth looks like. It’s been 50 years since Aldi opened its first store in Iowa City and the company has expanded steadily from its Midwestern roots to 2,400 stores across 38 states today.
Aldi’s growth has been largely organic with one major exception—2004 acquisition of Southeastern Grocers’ Winn-Dixie and Harvey’s banners. Of the roughly 400 stores acquired in the transaction, Aldi committed to convert 220 to its own format and sold another 170 to a consortium led by C&S Wholesale Grocers.
In 2025, Aldi announced plans to add a record 225 stores to its fleet, though the final number fell short, with only 175 openings, many in the southern heartland of Winn-Dixie/Harvey’s. Conversions are taking a bit longer than expected: after opening nearly 90 converted stores in 2025, another 80 are slated for completion in 2026.
Earlier this year, Aldi announced that 180 stores would open, including its first in Maine and Colorado, where it plans to reach to 50 stores by 2028. The plan also includes three new distribution centers in Florida, Arizona and Colorado. And its website is getting an overhaul to enhance customers’ online shopping experience.
However, Cheapism sees the potential for 225 new stores this year. “ALDI’s plans make one thing clear: the retailer sees significant opportunity in the American market,” columnist Julieta Simone wrote. “Whether it’s entering entirely new states like Maine or deepening its presence in fast-growing Sun Belt cities, ALDI is betting that demand for low-cost groceries isn’t going away anytime soon.”
And the Financial Times article ups the total number of Adli stores from the previously announced 3,200 by end of 2028 to 4,000 stores.
Striking While The Iron Is HotRegardless of how many stores Aldi opens—and it’s recognized as the nation’s fastest-growing grocery chain—the retailer is on roll. At a time when over 60% of consumers name buying groceries and food as their number one financial pressure, Aldi comes to them with quantifiably the lowest grocery prices in the country, based on an analysis by Ernst & Young QUEST group.
In comparing a basket of 70 high-demand grocery items, the QUEST analysis found that a family of four could save up to 36% on an average shopping trip, translating to an average annual shopping total of $6,759 at Aldi versus the national average of $10,610. “That’s nearly $4,000 a year,” said Aldi CEO Jason Hart, adding that choosing Aldi private label instead of comparable national brands, the savings could rise to 63%.
With one in three U.S. households shopping at Aldi in the past year, the savings really add up. “In the U.S., we’re saving Aldi shoppers a collective $8.3 billion per year,” he said.
And beyond the cost savings, Aldi saves shoppers something even more precious: time. Because of its smaller store footprint and limited selection—solving the paradox of choice time waster—an average Aldi shopping trip takes about 30 minutes.
Designed To Save Money And Take Market Share“Our stores are quite literally designed to save you money,” Hart explained, pointing to Aldi’s smaller-sized stores, emphasis on private labels and its quarter-cart system. That refers to shoppers depositing a quarter to unlock a shopping cart that they get back after replacing it to the storage carousel. Not only does the quarter-cart system help the company operate more efficiently— removing the need for staff to retrieve carts across the parking lot—it immediately imprints Aldi in a customer’s memory.
While Aldi is working to be shoppers’ best friend, it is giving the competition fits. Morgan Stanley reported that when an Aldi store opens, it steals an average of one percentage point off annual sales from competitors within a 10-mile radius.
Kroger can ill afford the loss: first-quarter revenues increased only 0.5%, excluding gas and Vitacost, which was sold to iHerb in January. Adding insult to injury, Aldi makes a practice of locating its stores close to national competitors.
“The intentionally unique way Aldi runs its stores drew 19 million new shoppers into our stores in the last year alone, and the number of Aldi super fans only continues to grow as more people discover the value we offer,” Hart concluded. “For those of you who haven’t yet experienced one of our stores 2,400+ stores, we can’t wait to welcome you in.”
Just remember to bring along a quarter.
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ForbesALDI At 50: The Grocer That Changed America’s Shopping Habits Isn’t Slowing DownBy Phil LempertForbesFirst Look At New Aldi Format Set To Rollout Across The U.S.By Mark Faithfull
BENSALEM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of The GEO Group, Inc. ("GEO" or the "Company") (NYSE: GEO) concerning whether the board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders.IF YOU ARE A GEO GROUP, INC. (GEO) SHAREHOLDER, CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH TO PARTICIPATE.What Is The Investigation About?On June 2, 2026, it was reported that New Jersey's Attorney General had filed a lawsui.
Remember when the biggest market worry was whether Samsung's (SSNLF +0.00%) earnings were too good? That was Tuesday, aka ages ago. By Wednesday, investors have moved on to weightier concerns such as whether the United States and Iran are about to resume full-scale hostilities.
President Trump declared the interim cease-fire "over" at a NATO summit in Turkey, and Wall Street took the news about as well as expected. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI 1.05%) fell 1.4% by 12:27 p.m. ET, bearing the brunt of the sell-off. The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.36%) and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.13%) indexes each declined 0.7%.
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Iran escalation sends oil higher and stocks lower Oil had another good day, which means something probably caught fire again. Sure enough, the Strait of Hormuz remains a mess. Ship traffic through the critical waterway had just started recovering when Tuesday's tanker attacks and subsequent U.S. strikes threw the region back into chaos. The United States Oil Fund (USO +2.42%) jumped 4.4% as Brent crude climbed above $78 per barrel.
The Dow's underperformance relative to the tech-heavy Nasdaq reflects the composition of today's losers.
Goldman Sachs (GS 1.55%) dropped 2.8%, erasing roughly 176 points from the index by itself. Honeywell International (HON 1.53%) continued its post-spinoff slide, falling another 9.7% after losing 8.5% on Tuesday. Sherwin-Williams (SHW 3.24%), Home Depot (HD 2.45%), and American Express (AXP 4.12%) each shed more than 3%. Only six Dow stocks were trading in the green as of this writing.
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Meanwhile, semiconductor stocks decided they'd had enough of the doom and gloom. The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX +1.87%) rose 1%, breaking a three-day losing streak. Broadcom (AVGO +5.09%) led the charge with a 3.7% gain. Micron Technology (MU +0.07%) traded flat, which counts as a stabilizing victory after losing 7% yesterday.
Alphabet (GOOGL 2.30%) and Amazon (AMZN 1.64%) weren't so lucky, falling 1.9% and 2%, respectively.
And investors lost interest in safe havens despite the turmoil in Iran. Gold (GLD 1.06%) fell 1.75%, and Bitcoin (BTC 2.79%) dropped 3%. When both gold and crypto sell off during geopolitical turmoil, it usually means investors are being extra careful with their money. Who needs a safe investment when you can just convert your assets to cash, right?
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What comes next? The market's attention span is remarkably short. Just yesterday, everyone was convinced AI had peaked because Samsung made too much money. Today's semiconductor bounce suggests the "peak AI" panic may have been premature. It wouldn't be the first time Wall Street jumps to conclusions, only to reverse course right away.
The situation in the Persian Gulf remains fluid. Funeral processions for Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei are scheduled to conclude July 9, after which negotiations could theoretically resume. But Trump's comments at the NATO summit in Turkey suggest the administration has little interest in returning to the table soon. And both sides are taking military action at the moment. The ceasefire looks fragile, to be polite.
For long-term investors, days like today are noise. For everyone else, buckle up. The road ahead looks bumpy.
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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.
Have you been searching for a stock that might be well-positioned to maintain its earnings-beat streak in its upcoming report? It is worth considering Franklin Resources (BEN - Free Report) , which belongs to the Zacks Financial - Investment Management industry.
This investment manager has an established record of topping earnings estimates, especially when looking at the previous two reports. The company boasts an average surprise for the past two quarters of 28.18%.
For the most recent quarter, Franklin Resources was expected to post earnings of $0.55 per share, but it reported $0.71 per share instead, representing a surprise of 29.09%. For the previous quarter, the consensus estimate was $0.55 per share, while it actually produced $0.7 per share, a surprise of 27.27%.
Price and EPS Surprise
For Franklin Resources, estimates have been trending higher, thanks in part to this earnings surprise history. And when you look at the stock's positive Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction), it's a great indicator of a future earnings beat, especially when combined with its solid Zacks Rank.
Our research shows that stocks with the combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. In other words, if you have 10 stocks with this combination, the number of stocks that beat the consensus estimate could be as high as seven.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a version of the Zacks Consensus whose definition is related to change. 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.
Franklin Resources has an Earnings ESP of +4.39% at the moment, suggesting that analysts have grown bullish on its near-term earnings potential. When you combine this positive Earnings ESP with the stock's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), it shows that another beat is possibly around the corner. The company's next earnings report is expected to be released on July 31, 2026.
Investors should note, however, that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss, but a negative value does reduce the predictive power of this metric.
Many companies end up beating the consensus EPS estimate, but that may not be the sole basis for their stocks moving higher. On the other hand, some stocks may hold their ground even if they end up missing the consensus estimate.
Because of this, it's really important to check a company's Earnings ESP ahead of its quarterly release to increase the odds of success. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 8, 2026) - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) and certain of its officers.
This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Lucid securities between February 25, 2026 and April 13, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/LCID.
Lucid Case Details
The Complaint allegs that throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose that:
a supplier quality issue had significantly disrupted deliveries of the Lucid Gravity; the foregoing was likely to, and did, have a material negative impact on the Company's business and financial results; accordingly, the defendants had overstated the purported enhancements to Lucid's manufacturing and delivery capabilities and overall operations; and as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.What's Next for Lucid Investors?
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm's site: bgandg.com/LCID, or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Lucid you have until July 28, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.
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We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys' fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.
Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for Lucid Securities Class Action?
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com
"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.
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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Lucid Group To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options
If you purchased or acquired securities in Lucid Group between February 25, 2026 and April 13, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).
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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 8, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Lucid Group, Inc. ("Lucid Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: LCID) and reminds investors of the July 28, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.
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As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (1) a supplier quality issue had significantly disrupted deliveries of the Lucid Gravity; (2) the foregoing was likely to, and did, have a material negative impact on the Company's business and financial results; (3) accordingly, the Defendants had overstated the purported enhancements to Lucid's manufacturing and delivery capabilities and overall operations; and (4) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Lucid Group's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.
To learn more about the Lucid Group class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/LCID or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Investors Regarding the Lucid Group, Inc. Securities Class Action Lawsuit:
What is the Lucid Group securities fraud lawsuit about?
The Lucid Group securities fraud lawsuit is a federal securities class action alleging that Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) and its executives made false and misleading statements to investors by concealing that a supplier quality issue had significantly disrupted deliveries of the Lucid Gravity SUV and overstating the Company's manufacturing and delivery capabilities. As the truth emerged through a series of disclosures - including an April 3, 2026 announcement that only 3,093 vehicles were delivered in Q1 2026 due to a 29-day delivery disruption caused by a supplier seat defect, an April 14, 2026 filing revealing Q1 revenue of just $280-$284 million against a consensus estimate of $433.8 million and a $1.05 billion capital raise, and a May 5, 2026 earnings report showing a net loss of over $1 billion and GAAP EPS of -$3.46 - LCID's stock price fell sharply across multiple trading sessions, causing significant losses for investors.
Who may be eligible to participate in the Lucid Group class action lawsuit?
Investors who purchased or acquired Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) stock between February 25, 2026 and April 13, 2026 - the Class Period - and suffered financial losses may be eligible to participate in the Lucid Group securities class action. Participation as a class member does not require taking any affirmative legal action; eligible investors may recover losses simply by remaining members of the class. Whistleblowers, former Lucid Group employees, and others with relevant information about the Company's conduct are also encouraged to come forward.
What is a lead plaintiff, and how can I seek appointment in the Lucid Group lawsuit?
A lead plaintiff in the Lucid Group class action is a court-appointed investor - typically the one with the largest financial interest in the case - who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of all class members. Any Lucid Group investor who purchased LCID stock during the Class Period may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice. The deadline to seek lead plaintiff appointment is July 28, 2026. Importantly, choosing not to seek the lead plaintiff role does not affect an investor's ability to share in any recovery obtained for the class.
What should investors do if they purchased Lucid Group stock during the Class Period?
Investors who purchased Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) stock between February 25, 2026 and April 13, 2026 and suffered losses should contact Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP immediately to discuss their legal rights. The deadline to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Lucid Group securities class action is July 28, 2026. To speak directly with securities litigation partner Josh Wilson, call 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310), or visit www.faruqilaw.com/LCID for more information.
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BENSALEM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors of the upcoming August 24, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the case filed on behalf of investors who purchased ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (“ZoomInfo” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GTM) securities between November 3, 2025 and May 11, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN ZOOMINFO TECHNOLOGIES INC. (GTM), CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.
Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at [email protected], by telephone at (215) 638-4847 or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
What Happened?
On May 11, 2026, after market hours, ZoomInfo released its first quarter 2026 financial results, revealing that the Company was reducing its revenue guidance, realigning its downmarket business, laying off 20% of its workforce, and expecting to incur approximately $45-60 million in restructuring costs due, in part, to “a trend of AI and agentic confusion in [the Company’s] customer conversations.”
On this news, ZoomInfo’s stock price fell $1.98, or 32.8%, to close at $4.06 per share on May 12, 2026, thereby injuring investors.
What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) ZoomInfo’s optimistic plan for continued growth was undermined by slowing seat-based demand, weakening upsells and customers revising decisions to purchase AI products and develop internal AI-driven go-to-market solutions, making ZoomInfo’s 2026 full year revenue guidance increasingly unlikely to be met; and (2) as a result, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
If you purchased or otherwise acquired ZoomInfo securities during the Class Period, you may move the Court no later than August 24, 2026 to ask the Court to appoint you as lead plaintiff if you meet certain legal requirements.
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FuelCell Energy (NASDAQ:FCEL) shares declined on Wednesday after the company priced an upsized public offering of common stock, raising concerns among investors over potential dilution.
The stock fell 15% to $22.04 following the announcement that FuelCell Energy (NASDAQ:FCEL) priced an offering of 10.7 million newly issued shares at $21 per share. The offering price represented a discount to the company’s previous closing price of $25.96.
The offering was increased from the previously announced $200 million offering size and is expected to generate gross proceeds of approximately $225 million before underwriting discounts, commissions and other expenses. FuelCell Energy also granted underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 1.6 million shares at the offering price.
FuelCell Energy said proceeds from the offering will be used for capital expenditures related to expanding manufacturing capacity, including growth initiatives at its Torrington, Connecticut facility, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes.
Citigroup and Barclays are acting as joint book-running managers for the offering, with Oppenheimer & Co., RBC Capital Markets and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC also serving as joint book-running managers. Canaccord Genuity (TSX:CF, LSE:CF), B. Riley Securities, BMO Capital Markets (NYSE:BMO), Siebert Williams Shank and Tuohy Brothers are acting as co-managers.
The company expects the offering to close on or about July 9.
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.
It's a tough day for FuelCell Energy (FCEL 11.83%) shareholders. As of 1:50 p.m. ET the stock's down 10.5%, extending a sell-off that's been underway since the beginning of the month.
It's not difficult to identify the prompt for today's tumble either. That is, the company's raising money by issuing new stock, diluting existing shareholders' stakes.
Then there's the other thing.
Dilution ahead, but existing investors don't mind too much FuelCell Energy made the announcement after Tuesday's closing bell rang, reporting it intends to raise $225 million via the sale of 10.7 million shares of its common stock at a price of $21.00 apiece. For perspective on those numbers, the 67.6 million shares already outstanding closed at just over $26.00 on Tuesday. The scope of Wednesday's setback is about what one would mathematically expect with this degree of dilution.
In fact, investors arguably aren't even pricing in the full dilutive impact of the offering. Shares are holding above $23.00 as of mid-day Wednesday, suggesting the market still sees more net value than the price buyers of the newly minted shares will be paying.
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And, perhaps that's the right call. While FuelCell Energy's total top line slumped slightly during the quarter ending in April, product revenue improved 38% year over year for the three-month stretch. Indeed, although its overall business isn't expected to grow at all this year, analysts expect its current expansion efforts -- and its move into the artificial intelligence data center space in particular -- to drive top-line growth of more than 46% next year, taking a sizable bite out of its ongoing losses as a result.
That's still just the beginning, though. A projection from Precedence Research suggests the worldwide fuel cell industry is poised to expand at an average annualized pace of 25% through 2035.
Pick your spot and dive in That being said, it's worth noting that fellow fuel cell stocks Bloom Energy and Plug Power are also down by measurably more than the broad market is today, hinting at calculated profit-taking of the industry's top names following recent rallies. If that's the case, don't be surprised to see this weakness linger beyond today.
Just don't be afraid to dive into any of these names -- including FuelCell Energy -- in the midst of any such weakness, even if there's no certainty that a bottom has been made. All of these stocks are volatile in the near term, but have frequently reversed course without any warning, resuming long-term uptrends driven by growing interest in fuel cells as a source of electricity.
Momentum investing revolves around the idea of following a stock's recent trend in either direction. In "long context," investors will be essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." With this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving that way. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.
Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.
Below, we take a look at CSX (CSX - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of B. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.
It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. CSX currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.
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Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if CSX is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this freight railroad holds up.
A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It is also useful to compare a security to its industry, as this can help investors pinpoint the top companies in a particular area.
For CSX, shares are up 2.58% over the past week while the Zacks Transportation - Rail industry is up 1.48% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 2.6% compares favorably with the industry's 2.6% performance as well.
While any stock can see a spike in price, it takes a real winner to consistently outperform the market. Shares of CSX have increased 14.11% over the past quarter, and have gained 45.28% in the last year. On the other hand, the S&P 500 has only moved 13.69% and 21.71%, respectively.
Investors should also pay attention to CSX's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. CSX is currently averaging 11,360,750 shares for the last 20 days.
Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score encompasses many things, including estimate revisions and a stock's price movement. Investors should note that earnings estimates are also significant to the Zacks Rank, and a nice path here can be promising. We have recently been noticing this with CSX.
Over the past two months, 4 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost CSX's consensus estimate, increasing from $1.89 to $1.93 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 3 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.
Bottom LineGiven these factors, it shouldn't be surprising that CSX is a #2 (Buy) stock and boasts a Momentum Score of B. If you're looking for a fresh pick that's set to soar in the near-term, make sure to keep CSX on your short list.
The narrative around artificial intelligence has shifted several times over the past year. Investors have worried about stretched valuations, slowing cloud spending, and whether businesses will generate enough return on their investment to justify the billions pouring into AI infrastructure. Yet the latest long-term forecasts suggest the investment cycle is still in its early innings.
According to research firm SemiAnalysis, AI infrastructure spending isn’t approaching a peak — it’s accelerating. More importantly, the money won’t stop with chipmakers. It will ripple across the entire semiconductor supply chain, creating opportunities for companies that manufacture everything from memory chips to the equipment needed to build them.
AI Spending Is Shifting Into a Higher Gear SemiAnalysis projects cumulative AI IT and datacenter capital expenditures will reach roughly $11.1 trillion between 2024 and 2029, with annual spending topping $2 trillion by 2028. Instead of flattening out, annual investment is expected to climb almost every year throughout the forecast period.
That forecast reflects more than optimistic projections. Hyperscalers continue signing multiyear infrastructure contracts while racing to expand AI capacity fast enough to meet demand. Even more surprising is how this expansion will be financed.
SemiAnalysis estimates AI-related debt will reach approximately $7.1 trillion by 2029, making it second only to the U.S. mortgage market. But rather than borrowing against homes, AI infrastructure providers will borrow against long-term GPU contracts and datacenter lease agreements. Those predictable cash flows become collateral for lenders willing to finance the next generation of computing infrastructure.
The result is effectively a new financial asset class built around AI compute. Granted, that introduces new risks. If AI adoption or monetization disappoints, lenders — not just shareholders — would feel the effects. But as long as demand continues expanding, the financing mechanism provides even more fuel for infrastructure investment.
Every Layer Of The AI Stack Benefits The money doesn’t stop with one company. Every dollar spent on AI infrastructure flows through multiple businesses before a model ever generates its first response.
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Company Why It Benefits Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA | NVDA Price Prediction) Analysts estimate Nvidia captures $0.57 of every hyperscaler AI capex dollar through its GPUs and networking products. Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) Large cloud providers continue buying AMD accelerators to diversify suppliers and reduce dependence on Nvidia. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE:TSM) Manufactures advanced chips for Nvidia, AMD, and most leading AI processors. Guidance calls for 20% to 32% annual revenue growth during this AI cycle. Micron (NASDAQ:MU) High-bandwidth memory demand continues outpacing supply, with Micron projecting triple-digit HBM revenue growth through 2026 as it wins additional Nvidia qualifications. Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT) and Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) Every advanced chip requires deposition, etching, and inspection tools. Industry wafer fabrication equipment spending is expected to expand more than 30% in 2026. ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) Holds a virtual monopoly on extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems required to manufacture leading-edge AI chips. Every layer of the semiconductor ecosystem participates in this spending cycle. Some companies capture demand directly through GPU sales, while others profit from supplying the factories and equipment needed to produce those chips.
Infrastructure Is Bigger Than AI Software Many investors focus on chatbots and AI applications because they’re easy to see. The largest investment opportunity, however, may remain the infrastructure underneath those services. Datacenters, networking equipment, memory, chip manufacturing, and semiconductor equipment all represent essential pieces of a buildout unlike anything the technology sector has experienced before.
The signed contracts supporting these projects also matter. Unlike speculative technology booms of the past, much of today’s infrastructure expansion is backed by long-term customer commitments from the world’s largest cloud providers.
That creates greater visibility into future revenue across the semiconductor supply chain.
Key Takeaway In short, the AI investment cycle appears far from finished. SemiAnalysis’ projection of $11.1 trillion in cumulative AI infrastructure spending and a $7.1 trillion AI financing market highlights the scale of what is unfolding. That said, investors should recognize the new risks that accompany a growing AI credit market if future demand falls short of expectations.
Regardless, the current spending trend continues to favor companies supplying the hardware that powers AI. Nvidia remains the most direct beneficiary, but manufacturers like Taiwan Semiconductor, Micron, AMD, and others each occupy critical positions in a supply chain that could enjoy years of demand as the largest coordinated technology investment program in history continues to unfold.
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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.
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 8, 2026) - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zoetis Inc. (NYSE: ZTS) and certain of its officers.
This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Zoetis securities between January 14, 2025 and May 6, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/ZTS.
Zoetis Case Details
The Complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements concerning the growth, competitive positioning, market share, and veterinarian adoption of key products within the Companion Animal segment while failing to disclose that:
veterinarian prescription growth and adoption of Zoetis' Librela, a canine pain treatment, were sharply weakening as clinicians became more cautious following FDA safety warnings concerning serious neurological complications in dogs; Zoetis' Simparica Trio was losing significant market share to a lower-priced competing canine parasiticide with broader indicated use in a slowing overall market; and Zoetis' dermatology products, Apoquel and Cytopoint, were losing substantial market share to a newly launched competing canine treatment.What's Next for Zoetis Investors?
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm's site: bgandg.com/ZTS, or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Zoetis you have until July 27, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.
No Cost to Zoetis Investors
We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys' fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.
Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for Zoetis Securities Class Action?
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com
"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.
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Investors with an interest in Computers - IT Services stocks have likely encountered both Epam (EPAM) and ServiceNow (NOW). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
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.
CNBC’s Jim Cramer has spent much of 2026 warning that the stock market’s biggest short-term risk lies in the ever building IPO pipeline. His concern boils down to a simple analysis pulled from a recent social post: “We have to be careful.”
The immediate trigger is SK Hynix’s roughly $28 billion American Depositary Receipts (ADR) upcoming listing on the NASDAQ, which would rank as the No. 2 equity share sale on the planet, second only to SpaceX. Cramer’s broader argument, laid out on Mad Money in April, comes down to liquidity, warning “a bull [market] can also be killed by excess supply” when too much capital is pulled into a handful of mega deals at once.
That framework applied to OpenAI, SpaceX, and Anthropic in the spring. It now applies to a memory-chip supplier central to the AI infrastructure trade.
Why the SK Hynix Deal Is Different SK Hynix is the lead high-bandwidth memory supplier to NVIDIA and the single largest industry peer to Micron in high-bandwidth memory (HBM), an established cash-generative franchise, not a speculative growth bet. A listing near $28 billion demands institutional capital that must come from somewhere, most likely the stocks already levered to the same AI theme, thereby spreading the allocations thin.
The Direct Read-Through to Micron Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU | MU Price Prediction) is the cleanest US-listed way to own the HBM cycle, and shares are already reacting to the crowded field. Shares closed at $938.38 on July 7, down 10.82% in a single week. Investors and traders ignored fiscal Q3 revenue hitting $41.456 billion, up 345.72% year over year, with non-GAAP EPS of $25.11 and GAAP gross margin of 84.6%.
CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said, “Micron’s record fiscal Q3 financial results and even stronger outlook for Q4 reflect the strategic value of memory in the AI era.” Guidance for Q4 calls for revenue of $50.0 billion and non-GAAP EPS of $31.00, disclosed in the June 24 8-K press release.
Retail sentiment on Reddit remains bullish despite the drop, with one r/stockmarket thread arguing “This isn’t a memory cycle anymore, and SK Hynix hitting US markets is the next leg”. Institutions appear less sanguine. The Polymarket weekly distribution places the highest probability (0.44) on MU touching $840, well below the Wall Street analyst target of $1,486 across 40 buy ratings.
NVIDIA: The Customer Side of the Trade NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) sits on the other side of the HBM equation as SK Hynix’s “largest memory partner,” per Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. First-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue reached $81.61 billion, up 85.2% year over year, with Data Center revenue of $75.25 billion. Huang framed the moment as “the largest infrastructure expansion in human history.” The stock has been range-bound, up 6.4% year to date and down 1% over the past month to below the $200-per-share threshold. A capital event that ties up institutional balance sheets in the memory-chip supplier NVIDIA depends on could compress multiples on the customer as well.
Rivian a Cautionary Tale Cramer’s warning extends past the semiconductor complex. Take EV maker Rivian. Its IPO priced at a valuation the market could not sustain, and the stock has never quite recovered. Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN) still trades at $16.09, down 83.63% from its November 2021 debut price of $100.73. Fundamentals remain stretched. Q1 FY2026 showed $1.38 billion revenue, a $416 million GAAP net loss, and adjusted EBITDA of negative $472 million, with operating margin at -63.8% and EBITDA of -$3.03 billion over the past 12 month stretch.
Meanwhile, Reddit sentiment for RIVN is predominantly bearish, with short interest at 150,288,550 shares, or 18.87% of float, and a short interest ratio of 2.76 days to cover, and an active thread on a 75 million share offer drawing 619 upvotes.
Cramer’s point: the bull runs on money. When one deal absorbs enough of it, pressure shows up first in stocks requiring the most future funding. Readers interested in positioning around this dynamic can review The Breakout Buyer’s Rulebook, which addresses timing risks around major listings.
What to Watch Next The ADR pricing window, greenshoe size, and first-week float behavior on the SK Hynix listing will signal immediate impact. If institutional investors sell Micron to fund SK Hynix allocations, the peer read-through will be measurable in days. If NVIDIA holds while the memory complex churns, the customer trade stays intact. If capital-consumptive names like Rivian widen their discount to book, the “risk beyond memory stocks” thesis is playing out in real time.
Everyone wants to buy the dip, until the dip arrives. Case in point: Rivian.
Over the weekend, I wrote an article highlighting the new Rivian R2 — a mid-sized ESUV (electric sports utility vehicle…did I just make up that acronym?) that I believe is poised to upend the sweet spot of the U.S. auto market. Perhaps you read the article, or perhaps you saw one of a couple of videos where I discussed the car, the company and the "Holly Index" - my wife ordered one, one of her colleagues ordered one, even my mother is thinking about ordering one.
You may have heard me say in one of my videos or read in the accompanying article that I discussed the fact that the company would certainly need to raise some capital, as the approximately $9 billion in negative cash flow through FYE2029 exceeds the $4.8 billion in cash the company had on hand at the end of Q1 26.
I even went so far as to say I thought the company should do a secondary offering rather than sell additional debt.
Which is precisely what the company announced Tuesday that they intend to do — sell ~75 million shares to raise capital. Shareholders were apparently surprised and disagreed, as the stock sold off $3.65/share on the news, although it's still up nearly 15% in 8 trading sessions.
Rivian, YTD
The shares have returned almost exactly to the 150-day moving average, popularized by my colleague and fellow CNBC contributor, Carter Braxton Worth of Worth Charting, and portfolio manager of WRTH - the Worth Charting Options Income ETF.
The 150-day moving average is, not coincidentally, very close to the strike of the puts I recommended selling — the August $16s — which closed today at $1.45/contract (9% of the strike price) and still look like an interesting way to make a moderately bullish play here.
Reminder here. When traders sell puts, they are willing to buy the underlying stock at that put's strike prices in exchange for the collected premium. You can think of put selling as a below market limit order for which you get paid, and because of that, traders often use the strategy to initiate a position in a stock. I sold the august 16 for $0.85, which means my breakeven on expiration is $15.15, sill below where the stock is trading this morning despite the sell-off.
Of course, Rivian has to raise capital — manufacturing cars is a capital-intensive business, and Rivian needs to ramp its capacity materially to prepare for what I believe will be high demand for its mid-market R2 ESUV. Equity is the right way to do it as well — it provides more flexibility than debt will. If anything, I would have thought more than 75 million shares, just 6% of the float, might have been appropriate.
Here's the curious bit: an additional 75 million shares would dilute an existing shareholder's ownership by only 6%, and that dilution would be for a company that, net of the offering, should have another $1 billion+ in cash on the balance sheet - a quarter's worth of needed cash in the bank.
So why were the shares down so much?
The company will have enough cash post-offering to comfortably get into early 2027, by which time investors will be able to access the market's appetite for the R2. Despite this, implied volatility, aka the "price" of options and a measure of investor uncertainty, rose to the 97th percentile looking back on the year.
The only thing surprising about the offering to me was that investors were surprised by it. It was the most obvious step imaginable. Why are investors hitting the stock 16% for a 6% dilution that improves the company's near-term cash position? They appear to be pricing in two more follow-on offerings of comparable size without boosting the company's valuation, despite the benefit of a longer runway that a stronger cash position provides.
Which brings me back to Carter Worth's WRTH option income fund. I reached out to him for comment about Rivian - what does he think about the chart here? Does he believe it will hold the 150dma? Unfortunately, I did not hear back before this article went to print, but maybe I don't need to. His fund, WRTH, is what is called "fully transparent" - meaning the fund publishes its holdings nightly. There are about 100 option positions in the fund overall, but one of them is a put position in Rivian. His portfolio is short 1,000 July 17th expiration $17 strike puts.
If actions speak louder than words, I don't need him to call me back to share his thoughts; his trade reveals them, and they're aligned with mine. Stay the course.
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HomeIndustriesAerospace/DefenseMorgan Stanley says the bull case for the rocket-launch stock is now much rosier as the company diversifies its businessUpdated July 8, 2026, 12:03 p.m. ET
Rocket Lab is following a well-worn path by SpaceX, which has analysts cheering on its future as an “emerging space platform.”
Morgan Stanley analysts on Wednesday raised their bull-case target price for the company’s stock to $293 from $185, noting that Rocket Lab RKLB is increasingly resembling a miniature SpaceX SPCX. That implies upside of 259% from current trading levels on Wednesday.
Shares of Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB | RKLB Price Prediction) have been on a wild ride lately, with the stock down 17.94% over the past week and 24.23% over the past month as the broader space complex has sold off hard since SpaceX’s June 2026 IPO. Even after the pullback, RKLB is still up 19.57% year to date, 114.53% over the past 12 months, and a staggering 620.92% over five years.
At $81.45, the stock sits roughly 46% below its 52-week high of $151. This is the fourth drawdown of 40% or more on RKLB’s climb from under $4 per share. Most of the Street sits at a consensus target of $114.10. Then there is Morgan Stanley, which just lifted its bull-case target to $293, implying roughly 260% upside and towering 157% above consensus.
Reaching $293 by year-end 2026 would require Neutron’s on-time debut, Iridium accretion, and major Golden Dome awards converting to signed dollars.
Morgan Stanley’s $293 RKLB Prediction Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight rating and $105 base case while pushing its bull case to $293, citing the growth runway of Rocket Lab’s space-systems division and the $8 billion Iridium acquisition announced June 29. The bank points to Q1 FY26 revenue of $200.35 million, up 63.5% year over year, a record $2.20 billion backlog, and a record 16-hour, 42-minute responsive launch on the U.S. Space Force VICTUS HAZE mission.
Key Drivers of RKLB Stock Performance Neutron and the defense flywheel. Neutron’s debut is targeted later in 2026, unlocking medium-lift revenue and layered awards like the Space Based Interceptor program under Golden Dome. Recurring defense contracts provide multi-decade cash flow visibility. Vertical integration through M&A. The Iridium deal, Geost’s $325 million sensor buy, Mynaric, and Motiv turn Rocket Lab into an end-to-end space platform with 2.5 million recurring subscribers, feeding durable long-term earnings power. Backlog visibility. A $2.20 billion backlog, 70-plus contracted missions, and the $816 million SDA contract give retirement investors rare multi-year revenue visibility in a high-growth name. What Will It Take for RKLB to Reach $293? With 629 million basic weighted average shares outstanding, a $293 price implies a market cap near $184.3 billion, up from the current $47.15 billion. Conditions required:
A clean, on-time Neutron debut with reusable recovery. Iridium closing on schedule in mid-2027 with visible accretion. Major Golden Dome and SHIELD awards converting the $151 billion opportunity into signed dollars. The primary risk is Neutron slippage colliding with continued net losses and equity dilution from ATM offerings. Even so, Morgan Stanley’s $293 call captures the optionality tied to Neutron, defense contracts, and the Iridium deal closing on schedule.
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Neurocrine Biosciences (NBIX - Free Report) could be a solid choice for investors given its recent upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). This upgrade is essentially a reflection of an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.
A company's changing earnings picture is at the core of the Zacks rating. The system tracks the Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus measure of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years.
The power of a changing earnings picture in determining near-term stock price movements makes the Zacks rating system highly useful for individual investors, since it can be difficult to make decisions based on rating upgrades by Wall Street analysts. These are mostly driven by subjective factors that are hard to see and measure in real time.
As such, the Zacks rating upgrade for Neurocrine is essentially a positive comment on its earnings outlook that could have a favorable impact on its stock price.
Most Powerful Force Impacting Stock PricesThe change in a company's future earnings potential, as reflected in earnings estimate revisions, and the near-term price movement of its stock are proven to be strongly correlated. That's partly because of the influence of institutional investors that use earnings and earnings estimates for calculating the fair value of a company's shares. An increase or decrease in earnings estimates in their valuation models simply results in higher or lower fair value for a stock, and institutional investors typically buy or sell it. Their bulk investment action then leads to price movement for the stock.
For Neurocrine, rising earnings estimates and the consequent rating upgrade fundamentally mean an improvement in the company's underlying business. And investors' appreciation of this improving business trend should push the stock higher.
Harnessing the Power of Earnings Estimate RevisionsAs empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock movements, tracking such revisions for making an investment decision could be truly rewarding. Here is where the tried-and-tested Zacks Rank stock-rating system plays an important role, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions.
The Zacks Rank stock-rating system, which uses four factors related to earnings estimates to classify stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record, with Zacks Rank #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Earnings Estimate Revisions for NeurocrineFor the fiscal year ending December 2026, this biopharmaceutical company is expected to earn $9.47 per share, which is unchanged compared with the year-ago reported number.
Analysts have been steadily raising their estimates for Neurocrine. Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased 20.7%.
Bottom LineUnlike the overly optimistic Wall Street analysts whose rating systems tend to be weighted toward favorable recommendations, the Zacks rating system maintains an equal proportion of "buy" and "sell" ratings for its entire universe of more than 4,000 stocks at any point in time. Irrespective of market conditions, only the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks get a "Strong Buy" rating and the next 15% get a "Buy" rating. So, the placement of a stock in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks indicates its superior earnings estimate revision feature, making it a solid candidate for producing market-beating returns in the near term.
You can learn more about the Zacks Rank here >>>
The upgrade of Neurocrine to a Zacks Rank #1 positions it in the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.
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.
Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.
Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.
Below, we take a look at Zions (ZION - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of A. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.
It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Zions currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.
You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>
Set to Beat the Market?Let's discuss some of the components of the Momentum Style Score for ZION that show why this financial holding company shows promise as a solid momentum pick.
A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.
For ZION, shares are up 0.3% over the past week while the Zacks Banks - West industry is up 0.53% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 9.04% compares favorably with the industry's 4.58% performance as well.
While any stock can see a spike in price, it takes a real winner to consistently outperform the market. Shares of Zions have increased 14.59% over the past quarter, and have gained 27.25% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 13.69% and 21.71%, respectively.
Investors should also pay attention to ZION's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. ZION is currently averaging 1,639,344 shares for the last 20 days.
Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score encompasses many things, including estimate revisions and a stock's price movement. Investors should note that earnings estimates are also significant to the Zacks Rank, and a nice path here can be promising. We have recently been noticing this with ZION.
Over the past two months, 8 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost ZION's consensus estimate, increasing from $6.41 to $6.49 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 7 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.
Bottom LineTaking into account all of these elements, it should come as no surprise that ZION is a #2 (Buy) stock with a Momentum Score of A. If you've been searching for a fresh pick that's set to rise in the near-term, make sure to keep Zions on your short list.
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.
Zebra Technologies Corporation ZBRA is witnessing growth across the healthcare, manufacturing and retail & ecommerce end markets. Higher sales of mobile computing solutions are driving the company's Connected Frontline segment.
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.
IPAR P/E Ratio (Forward 12 Months)
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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.
, /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with losses related to Hub Group, Inc. ("Hub Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HUBG) have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit.
IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN HUB GROUP, INC. (HUBG), CLICK HERE BEFORE AUGUST 28, 2026 (THE LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.
What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed alleges that, between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the Company's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2023 to Q4 2024 contained material misstatements caused by the premature and incorrect recognition of certain transactions; (2) the Company's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 contained material misstatements caused by the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable; and (3) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) and certain of its current and former executives (together, “co-defendants”) face a securities class action lawsuit, which seeks to represent investors who purchased or acquired Hub Group securities between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026. The development follows the company's surprise revelations that its financial reports going back to 2023 were “materially misstated and should no longer be relied upon” and corrective actions taken against two senior executives.
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming August 31, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Insulet Corporation (“Insulet” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PODD) securities between February 21, 2025 and May 26, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR INSULET INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS UNDER THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS.
What Happened?
On March 12, 2026, Insulet disclosed that it had “initiated a voluntary Medical Device Correction for specific lots of Omnipod® 5 Pods after identifying a manufacturing issue through its ongoing product monitoring.”
On this news, Insulet’s stock price fell $16.23, or 6.9%, to close at $219.84 per share on March 13, 2026, thereby injuring investors.
Then, on May 26, 2026, Insulet announced the initiation of another “voluntary Medical Device Correction” for “specific lots of Omnipod® 5, Omnipod Dash®, and Omnipod® Insulin Management System (Omnipod Eros) Pods due to a manufacturing issue, identified through ongoing product monitoring, that could result in insulin under-delivery.”
On this news, Insulet’s stock price fell $7.79, or 5.1%, to close at $146.01 per share on May 27, 2026, thereby injuring investors further.
What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Insulet’s manufacturing controls and procedures were defective; (2) the foregoing created a foreseeable heightened risk that one or more Insulet products would be found to be in violation of applicable safety regulations and/or pose a risk of injury; and (3) as a result, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
If you purchased or otherwise acquired Insulet securities during the Class Period, you may move the Court no later than August 31, 2026 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.
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