In the latest close session, Southern Co. (SO - Free Report) was down 2.03% at $95.99. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.3%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.12%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the power company had gained 5.81% outpaced the Utilities sector's gain of 3.93% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The upcoming earnings release of Southern Co. will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on July 30, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $1.03, signifying a 13.19% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $7.39 billion, showing a 5.94% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $4.58 per share and revenue of $31.35 billion, which would represent changes of +6.51% and +6.08%, respectively, from the prior year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Southern Co. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.04% downward. Southern Co. is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Southern Co. has a Forward P/E ratio of 21.41 right now. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 18.72, so one might conclude that Southern Co. is trading at a premium comparatively.
It's also important to note that SO currently trades at a PEG ratio of 2.96. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. As of the close of trade yesterday, the Utility - Electric Power industry held an average PEG ratio of 2.81.
The Utility - Electric Power industry is part of the Utilities sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 103, positioning it in the top 42% of all 250+ industries.
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PPL (PPL - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $36.11, moving -2.11% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the energy and utility holding company had gained 3.22% lagged the Utilities sector's gain of 3.93% and outpaced the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of PPL in its upcoming release. On that day, PPL is projected to report earnings of $0.35 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 9.38%. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $2.17 billion, reflecting a 7.04% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.95 per share and a revenue of $9.69 billion, representing changes of +7.73% and +7.22%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for PPL. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
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In terms of valuation, PPL is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 18.92. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 18.72.
It is also worth noting that PPL currently has a PEG ratio of 2.52. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The Utility - Electric Power industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.81 as of yesterday's close.
The Utility - Electric Power industry is part of the Utilities sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 103, positioning it in the top 42% of all 250+ industries.
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Emcor Group (EME - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $787.29, moving +1.63% from the previous trading session. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.72% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the construction and maintenance company had lost 5.23% lagged the Construction sector's gain of 0.11% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Emcor Group in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $7.23, up 7.59% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $4.73 billion, reflecting a 9.88% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $29.37 per share and a revenue of $19.02 billion, demonstrating changes of +13.53% and +11.97%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Emcor Group should also be noted by investors. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
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In terms of valuation, Emcor Group is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 26.38. This indicates no noticeable deviation in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 26.38.
The Building Products - Heavy Construction industry is part of the Construction sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 44, placing it within the top 18% of over 250 industries.
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired Insulet Corporation (“Insulet” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:PODD) securities during the period of February 21, 2025 through May 26, 2026, inclusive (“the Class Period”).If you suffered a loss on your Insulet investments, you have until August 31, 2026 to request lead plaintiff appointment. Courts do not consider lead plaintiff applications submitted.
Itron (ITRI - Free Report) closed at $86.74 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.92% move from the prior day. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
The stock of energy and water meter company has risen by 6.29% in the past month, leading the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.12% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Itron in its upcoming release. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.31, showcasing a 19.14% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $564.72 million, reflecting a 6.93% fall from the equivalent quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $6.01 per share and a revenue of $2.38 billion, indicating changes of -15.71% and +0.34%, respectively, from the former year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Itron. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
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The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remained stagnant within the past month. At present, Itron boasts a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
In terms of valuation, Itron is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 14.17. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 24.98.
Investors should also note that ITRI has a PEG ratio of 0.75 right now. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. The Electronics - Testing Equipment industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.02 as of yesterday's close.
The Electronics - Testing Equipment industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 25, positioning it in the top 11% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest close session, Boston Scientific (BSX - Free Report) was down 1.2% at $44.60. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.72%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.3%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.12%.
The medical device manufacturer's stock has dropped by 7.02% in the past month, falling short of the Medical sector's gain of 12.48% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Boston Scientific in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on July 29, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $0.83, showcasing a 10.67% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $5.39 billion, reflecting a 6.54% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $3.36 per share and a revenue of $21.61 billion, signifying shifts of +9.8% and +7.65%, respectively, from the last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Boston Scientific should also be noted by investors. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
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Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.32% lower within the past month. Right now, Boston Scientific possesses a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).
In terms of valuation, Boston Scientific is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 13.44. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 19.08, so one might conclude that Boston Scientific is trading at a discount comparatively.
We can additionally observe that BSX currently boasts a PEG ratio of 0.86. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. The Medical - Products industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 1.73 as of yesterday's close.
The Medical - Products industry is part of the Medical sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 170, positioning it in the bottom 31% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, M/I Homes (MHO - Free Report) closed at $152.37, marking a -2.85% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.72% gain on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.3%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.12%.
Shares of the homebuilder witnessed a gain of 14.21% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Construction sector with its gain of 0.11%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of M/I Homes in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on July 29, 2026. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $3.17, signifying a 28.28% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $1.18 billion, indicating a 1.84% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $12.6 per share and revenue of $4.37 billion, indicating changes of -14.52% and -0.98%, respectively, compared to the previous year.
Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for M/I Homes. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
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From a valuation perspective, M/I Homes is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.45. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 15.51, so one might conclude that M/I Homes is trading at a discount comparatively.
The Building Products - Home Builders industry is part of the Construction sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 225, putting it in the bottom 9% of all 250+ industries.
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DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Energy Transfer LP (NYSE: ET) today announced the pricing of its offering of $650,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Series 2026A junior subordinated notes due 2057 (the “Series 2026A notes”) and $1,100,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Series 2026B junior subordinated notes due 2057 (the “Series 2026B notes,” and together with the Series 2026A notes, the “junior subordinated notes”) each at prices to the public of 100.000% of their face value. Initially, the Ser.
Alaska Air Group (ALK - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $50.41, demonstrating a -1.33% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.12%.
Shares of the airline witnessed a gain of 19.31% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Transportation sector with its gain of 4.32%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Alaska Air Group in its upcoming release. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of -$0.97, marking a 154.49% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $4.1 billion, reflecting a 10.64% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of -$0.65 per share and a revenue of $15.84 billion, signifying shifts of -126.64% and +11.22%, respectively, from the last year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Alaska Air Group should also be noted by investors. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
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The Transportation - Airline industry is part of the Transportation sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 194, placing it within the bottom 22% of over 250 industries.
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In the latest trading session, Comfort Systems (FIX - Free Report) closed at $1,793.03, marking a +2.97% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.3%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.12%.
Heading into today, shares of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning company had lost 5.57% over the past month, lagging the Construction sector's gain of 0.11% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Comfort Systems in its upcoming earnings disclosure. On that day, Comfort Systems is projected to report earnings of $10.38 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 58.96%. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $2.94 billion, up 35.42% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $43.08 per share and revenue of $11.88 billion, which would represent changes of +49.17% and +30.51%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Comfort Systems. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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From a valuation perspective, Comfort Systems is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 40.42. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 24.26, so one might conclude that Comfort Systems is trading at a premium comparatively.
The Building Products - Air Conditioner and Heating industry is part of the Construction sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 44, this industry ranks in the top 18% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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In the latest trading session, Ulta Beauty (ULTA - Free Report) closed at $452.49, marking a -1.92% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.72% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
Shares of the beauty products retailer witnessed a loss of 1.23% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Retail-Wholesale sector with its loss of 0.64%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Ulta Beauty in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is expected to report EPS of $6.16, up 6.57% from the prior-year quarter. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $2.97 billion, indicating a 6.4% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $28.67 per share and a revenue of $13.21 billion, indicating changes of +11.82% and +6.61%, respectively, from the former year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Ulta Beauty. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
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The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.19% upward. Ulta Beauty is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Ulta Beauty has a Forward P/E ratio of 16.09 right now. This signifies a premium in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 15.56 for its industry.
It's also important to note that ULTA currently trades at a PEG ratio of 1.44. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. The Retail - Miscellaneous was holding an average PEG ratio of 2.06 at yesterday's closing price.
The Retail - Miscellaneous industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 77, which puts it in the top 32% of all 250+ industries.
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Comcast (CMCSA - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $23.38, moving -1.72% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.3%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 1.12%.
Heading into today, shares of the cable provider had lost 0.13% over the past month, lagging the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 2.31% and outpacing the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Comcast in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on July 23, 2026. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.97, marking a 22.4% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $29.34 billion, showing a 3.22% drop compared to the year-ago quarter.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $3.5 per share and a revenue of $121.92 billion, indicating changes of -18.79% and -1.45%, respectively, from the former year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Comcast. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.8% downward. Comcast is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now.
From a valuation perspective, Comcast is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 6.79. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 5.02.
Also, we should mention that CMCSA has a PEG ratio of 1.95. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. CMCSA's industry had an average PEG ratio of 0.57 as of yesterday's close.
The Cable Television industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 190, this industry ranks in the bottom 23% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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In the latest trading session, Marvell Technology (MRVL - Free Report) closed at $249.30, marking a +1.63% move from the previous day. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
Shares of the chipmaker witnessed a loss of 6.9% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Computer and Technology sector with its loss of 6.12%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Marvell Technology in its upcoming release. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.93, indicating a 38.81% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $2.71 billion, indicating a 35.1% upward movement from the same quarter last year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $4.04 per share and a revenue of $11.54 billion, representing changes of +42.25% and +40.88%, respectively, from the prior year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Marvell Technology. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.17% lower. Marvell Technology presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Marvell Technology has a Forward P/E ratio of 60.66 right now. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 49.81, so one might conclude that Marvell Technology is trading at a premium comparatively.
It's also important to note that MRVL currently trades at a PEG ratio of 1.22. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. As the market closed yesterday, the Electronics - Semiconductors industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.87.
The Electronics - Semiconductors industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 52, positioning it in the top 22% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, Builders FirstSource (BLDR - Free Report) closed at $82.33, marking a -2.79% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.3%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 1.12%.
The construction supply company's stock has climbed by 15.01% in the past month, exceeding the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 0.64% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Builders FirstSource in its upcoming release. In that report, analysts expect Builders FirstSource to post earnings of $1.32 per share. This would mark a year-over-year decline of 44.54%. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $3.93 billion, indicating a 7.22% downward movement from the same quarter last year.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $4.26 per share and a revenue of $14.87 billion, representing changes of -38.17% and -2.08%, respectively, from the prior year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Builders FirstSource should also be noted by investors. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the past month, there's been no change in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Right now, Builders FirstSource possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In the context of valuation, Builders FirstSource is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 19.86. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 18.2.
It's also important to note that BLDR currently trades at a PEG ratio of 2.03. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. The Building Products - Retail was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.4 at yesterday's closing price.
The Building Products - Retail industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 198, which puts it in the bottom 20% of all 250+ industries.
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In the latest trading session, Nutanix (NTNX - Free Report) closed at $52.42, marking a +2.22% move from the previous day. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.12%.
Shares of the enterprise cloud platform services provider have depreciated by 4.4% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.12%, and lagging the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Nutanix in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.48, signifying a 29.73% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $737.46 million, reflecting a 12.89% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
NTNX's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $1.91 per share and revenue of $2.83 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +17.9% and +11.57%, respectively.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Nutanix. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remained stagnant. Currently, Nutanix is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In the context of valuation, Nutanix is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 26.84. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 12.96, so one might conclude that Nutanix is trading at a premium comparatively.
Investors should also note that NTNX has a PEG ratio of 1.67 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The Computers - IT Services industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 1 as of yesterday's close.
The Computers - IT Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 103, this industry ranks in the top 42% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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In the latest trading session, Hasbro (HAS - Free Report) closed at $77.98, marking a -2.71% move from the previous day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.72% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.3%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.12%.
The stock of toy maker has fallen by 4.79% in the past month, lagging the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 2.31% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Hasbro in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on July 21, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.17, showcasing a 10% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $1.04 billion, up 6.13% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $5.96 per share and a revenue of $4.97 billion, demonstrating changes of +7.58% and +5.74%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for Hasbro. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
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In terms of valuation, Hasbro is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 13.44. This expresses a premium compared to the average Forward P/E of 9.96 of its industry.
Also, we should mention that HAS has a PEG ratio of 1.97. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. HAS's industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.57 as of yesterday's close.
The Toys - Games - Hobbies industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 198, this industry ranks in the bottom 20% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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NEW YORK, July 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kirby McInerney LLP reminds Verra Mobility Corporation (“Verra Mobility” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:VRRM) investors of the August 4, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a pending federal securities class action. Courts do not consider applications filed after this deadline. The lead plaintiff oversees the litigation on behalf of the class and may influence key decisions, including litigation strategy and settlement. Courts regularly appoint individual investors as lead plaintiffs, not only institutions. Learn more about the lead plaintiff process and eligibility requirements here.
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The lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased securities during the period of February 24, 2026 through May 26, 2026, inclusive (“the Class Period”). The lawsuit alleges that the Company provided materially false and misleading statements and/or concealed material adverse facts concerning the true state of Verra Mobility’s relationship with Avis Budget Group regarding its contract extension with Avis. Further, the Company minimized concerns that major car rental agencies could replace Verra Mobility with in-house solutions or outsourced alternatives.
On May 26, 2026, Verra Mobility announced that it received a termination notice from Avis Budget Group, which becomes effective in September 2026. The Company further disclosed that it “expects the termination to reduce Commercial Services’ 2026 annualized revenue by approximately $135 million to $145 million and 2026 annualized segment profit by approximately $120 million to $125 million, before taking into account expected cost reduction initiatives.” On this news, the price of Verra Mobility shares declined by $9.23 per share, or approximately 71%, from $13.08 per share on May 26, 2026 to close at $3.85 on May 27, 2026.
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A media report that hit the headlines just before the stock market took a break for Independence Day was weighing on investor sentiment toward AutoZone (AZO 6.38%) shares on Monday. The prominent auto retailer's stock fell by more than 6% after a financial news agency reported that two rivals might soon combine.
A Genuine offer? That report, published in Bloomberg and citing unidentified "people familiar with the matter" as sources, said O'Reilly Automotive made a buyout offer for Genuine Parts' auto parts distribution arm. The deal could be valued at $10 billion or more; those sources were not more specific about the financials. They did say it was an all-cash bid.
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Neither O'Reilly nor Genuine Parts has officially commented on the story.
Genuine Parts is best known for the brand behind the distribution business, Napa. This unit is considerable, with 10,000 retail locations here and abroad, and over $15 billion in sales in 2025, and would be quite the addition for O'Reilly. Earlier this year, Genuine Parts announced it was working with advisors to separate Napa and its industrial parts businesses.
The article's sources said that a potential deal could be announced as early as the end of this summer. There's no guarantee one will happen, however, and Genuine Parts could decide to keep ownership of the distribution unit.
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Moving parts This story is entirely believable, as Genuine Parts as a whole has seen pronounced downward momentum with its share price at times over the past few years. Also, O'Reilly has not been shy about pursuing acquisitions for growth; Bloomberg noted that it spent roughly $1 billion to acquire CSK Auto in 2008.
I always advise against buying or selling a stock on takeover speculation, and that goes for AutoZone, O'Reilly, and Genuine Parts. While this report feels realistic, even if O'Reilly does strike a deal with Genuine Parts, it might encounter legal speedbumps due to antitrust concerns.
Eric Volkman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Genuine Parts. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Badger Meter (BMI - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $149.79, moving +2.69% from the previous trading session. This move outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.3%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.12%.
The stock of manufacturer of products that measure gas and water flow has risen by 15.28% in the past month, leading the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.12% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Badger Meter in its upcoming release. The company plans to announce its earnings on July 22, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.01, showcasing a 13.68% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $219.66 million, indicating a 7.75% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $4.51 per share and a revenue of $909.27 million, demonstrating changes of -5.85% and -0.81%, respectively, from the preceding year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Badger Meter. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming stock price performance. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. Badger Meter currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Badger Meter is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 32.34. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 32.34, which means Badger Meter is trading at no noticeable deviation to the group.
We can additionally observe that BMI currently boasts a PEG ratio of 2.61. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. As the market closed yesterday, the Instruments - Control industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.96.
The Instruments - Control industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 44, positioning it in the top 18% of all 250+ industries.
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Investors choosing between Caesars Entertainment (CZR 0.82%) and Six Flags Entertainment (FUN 6.86%) face two very different paths in the leisure market. Both companies are navigating major corporate shifts that will define their performance throughout 2026.
Caesars is a gaming giant currently moving toward a massive buyout while Six Flags is reshaping its theme park portfolio following its landmark merger with Cedar Fair. These businesses represent two distinct ways to play the consumer spending cycle. This comparison evaluates their financial health and growth prospects to see which stock fits your portfolio better.
Caesars operates a vast network of 52 domestic properties including iconic brands like Harrah’s and Horseshoe across 18 states. The company generates revenue through casino operations, hospitality, and a growing digital wagering segment that spans 34 North American jurisdictions. On May 28, 2026, the company entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment in a deal valued at approximately $17.6 billion, which could provide a clear exit strategy for current shareholders.
In its 2025 fiscal year (FY), revenue reached $11.5 billion, representing a growth rate of 2.1% compared to the prior year. Despite the steady revenue stream, the company reported a net loss of $502.0 million for the period. This widening loss from the previous fiscal year reflects the ongoing costs of maintaining a massive physical footprint and expanding its digital betting infrastructure.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, Caesars reported a debt-to-equity ratio of 7.5x, meaning it carries 7.5 times more total debt than shareholder equity. Its current ratio of 0.8x indicates it has fewer short-term assets than short-term liabilities, which is a common trait among consumer discretionary stocks with high fixed costs. Free cash flow, the cash remaining after paying for operations and capital equipment, remained positive at roughly $520 million.
The case for Six Flags EntertainmentSix Flags Entertainment operates a diverse portfolio of 20 amusement parks and 14 water parks across North America and Saudi Arabia. The company utilizes popular characters from Warner Bros. and DC Comics to drive attendance and merchandise sales. In March of 2026, the company divested seven parks to EPR Properties for approximately $331 million as part of a strategic pivot to optimize its remaining high-performing assets.
During FY 2025, the company generated revenue of $3.1 billion, which was a significant 14.4% increase over the previous year. However, Six Flags reported a substantial net loss of $1.6 billion for the fiscal year. This loss was largely influenced by the complexities of integrating its operations following the merger with Cedar Fair and the associated restructuring costs.
Following its December 2025 balance sheet update, the company carried a debt-to-equity ratio of 9.8x. This high level of leverage shows that total debt is nearly ten times the value of shareholder equity. The current ratio of 0.7x suggests the company may face tight liquidity in the short term, while free cash flow was negative at $152.2 million for the year.
Risk profile comparisonCaesars Entertainment faces significant uncertainty regarding its pending acquisition by Fertitta Entertainment, as the deal must still clear regulatory and antitrust hurdles. Beyond the merger, the company is dealing with reputational and legal risks following a May 2026 data breach involving cloud-hosted guest records. High leverage and heavy rent obligations to real estate partners also limit the company's ability to pivot if consumer gaming demand softens.
Six Flags Entertainment is currently managing the difficult task of realizing cost synergies from its recent merger while simultaneously selling off underperforming assets. The business remains highly seasonal, with the majority of revenue tied to the summer months, making it vulnerable to bad weather or economic downturns. It also faces stiff competition for family entertainment spending from larger rivals such as Disney, which often have deeper pockets for new attractions and marketing.
Valuation comparisonSix Flags currently trades at a significantly lower forward earnings multiple than Caesars, though Caesars offers a lower valuation relative to its annual sales.
MetricCaesars EntertainmentSix Flags EntertainmentSector BenchmarkForward P/E90.3x49.5x93.7xP/S ratio0.5x0.7xn/aSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLY sector ETF. Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
Which stock would I buy in 2026?In comparing Caesars and Six Flags Entertainment, weighing whether to invest in the former depends on if its planned acquisition by Fertitta Entertainment goes through. Caesars has until July 11 to consider alternative acquisition proposals. If Fertitta acquires the company, Caesars shareholders will receive $31 in cash for each outstanding Caesars share.
With Caesars stock trading around $30 as of July 6, the Fertitta acquisition does not provide much upside if you buy Caesars shares now. As a result, Six Flags is the better investment choice at this time.
Six Flags stock is well below its 52-week high of $33.50 reached last July, suggesting now is not a bad time to pick up shares. That said, the company has challenges, particularly its high debt and struggles to integrate Cedar Fair, as demonstrated by its mounting net losses.
In the first quarter, Six Flags reported a net loss of $268.6 million, up from $219.7 million in the previous year. However, adding Cedar Fair’s assets helped the company enjoy 12% year-over-year Q1 revenue growth to $225.6 million.
In the latest close session, Owens Corning (OC - Free Report) was down 2.83% at $146.79. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.72% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.3%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.12%.
The construction materials company's shares have seen an increase of 26.73% over the last month, surpassing the Construction sector's gain of 0.11% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Owens Corning in its upcoming release. In that report, analysts expect Owens Corning to post earnings of $3.02 per share. This would mark a year-over-year decline of 28.27%. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $2.67 billion, showing a 2.75% drop compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $9.53 per share and a revenue of $9.93 billion, signifying shifts of -20.91% and -1.68%, respectively, from the last year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Owens Corning. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remained stagnant within the past month. Owens Corning currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Owens Corning is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 15.86. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 18.63 of its industry.
We can additionally observe that OC currently boasts a PEG ratio of 2.74. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. As the market closed yesterday, the Building Products - Miscellaneous industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.58.
The Building Products - Miscellaneous industry is part of the Construction sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 183, placing it within the bottom 26% of over 250 industries.
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In the latest close session, Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF - Free Report) was down 2.87% at $89.77. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
The teen clothing retailer's stock has climbed by 22.67% in the past month, exceeding the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 0.64% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Abercrombie & Fitch in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $1.94, signifying a 16.38% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $1.25 billion, up 3.22% from the year-ago period.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $10.61 per share and a revenue of $5.46 billion, signifying shifts of +7.61% and +3.67%, respectively, from the last year.
Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Abercrombie & Fitch. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.03% higher. At present, Abercrombie & Fitch boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Investors should also note Abercrombie & Fitch's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 8.71. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 16.15, which means Abercrombie & Fitch is trading at a discount to the group.
The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 71, this industry ranks in the top 29% of all industries, numbering over 250.
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SharkNinja, Inc. (SN - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $148.92, moving -1.68% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.72% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.3%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.12%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had gained 26.42% in the past month. In that same time, the Consumer Discretionary sector gained 2.31%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.9%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of SharkNinja, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $1.09, indicating a 12.37% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $1.64 billion, reflecting a 13.45% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $6.12 per share and revenue of $7.19 billion, which would represent changes of +15.91% and +12.34%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for SharkNinja, Inc. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.1% higher within the past month. As of now, SharkNinja, Inc. holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at valuation, SharkNinja, Inc. is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 24.76. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 15.98, which means SharkNinja, Inc. is trading at a premium to the group.
It's also important to note that SN currently trades at a PEG ratio of 1.91. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Consumer Products - Discretionary industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.55.
The Consumer Products - Discretionary industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 89, which puts it in the top 37% of all 250+ industries.
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Pacific Biosciences of California (PACB - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $1.66, demonstrating a -1.19% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.3%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.12%.
Shares of the maker of genetic analysis technology have appreciated by 15.86% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Medical sector's gain of 12.48%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The upcoming earnings release of Pacific Biosciences of California will be of great interest to investors. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of -$0.14, marking a 7.69% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $42.1 million, indicating a 5.86% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
PACB's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of -$0.41 per share and revenue of $165.8 million. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +22.64% and +3.62%, respectively.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Pacific Biosciences of California should also be noted by investors. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
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The Medical - Instruments industry is part of the Medical sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 159, which puts it in the bottom 36% of all 250+ industries.
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BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walker & Dunlop announced that Frank Cassidy has rejoined following his tenure as commissioner of FHA and assistant secretary for housing at HUD.
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (ASTS - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $80.64, moving -5.27% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.12%.
Coming into today, shares of the company had lost 9.05% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector lost 6.12%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of AST SpaceMobile, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company is predicted to post an EPS of -$0.28, indicating a 31.71% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $34.32 million, indicating a 2858.28% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
ASTS's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of -$1.47 per share and revenue of $164.76 million. These results would represent year-over-year changes of -9.7% and +132.32%, respectively.
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GUADALAJARA, Mexico, July 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, S.A.B. de C.V., (NYSE: PAC; BMV: GAP) (“the Company” or “GAP”) announces preliminary terminal passenger traffic figures for June 2026, compared with June 2025.
During June 2026, the 12 Mexican airports operated by GAP recorded a 3.5% decrease in total passenger traffic compared to June 2025. Guadalajara airport reported an increase of 6.0%, while Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos and Tijuana reported a decrease of 18.7%, 9.7%, and 4.6%, respectively, compared to June 2025. With respect to GAP’s airports in Jamaica, Montego Bay recorded a decrease of 23.4%, while Kingston recorded a decrease of 0.8%.
Domestic Terminal Passengers (in thousands):
AirportJun-25Jun-26% ChangeJan - Jun 25Jan - Jun 26% ChangeGuadalajara1,000.11,033.93.4%6,112.16,221.61.8%Tijuana*660.1637.5(3.4%)4,196.73,942.2(6.1%)Los Cabos240.1235.4(1.9%)1,408.61,351.6(4.0%)Puerto Vallarta273.8257.4(6.0%)1,484.01,424.0(4.0%)Montego Bay0.00.0N/A0.00.0N/AGuanajuato188.6173.4(8.1%)1,092.31,044.7(4.4%)Hermosillo176.6152.1(13.9%)1,054.2977.8(7.2%)Kingston0.00.08.3%0.20.8417.5%Morelia53.657.87.9%359.2364.71.5%La Paz109.3112.42.8%608.7671.510.3%Mexicali97.087.2(10.2%)598.8524.3(12.4%)Aguascalientes53.452.1(2.6%)319.2299.7(6.1%)Los Mochis54.853.3(2.8%)344.4338.8(1.6%)Manzanillo10.48.5(17.8%)66.161.3(7.3%)Total2,917.82,860.9(1.9%)17,644.517,222.8(2.4%)
International Terminal Passengers (in thousands):
AirportJun-25Jun-26% ChangeJan - Jun 25Jan - Jun 26% ChangeGuadalajara476.9531.911.5%2,894.22,991.13.3%Tijuana*364.1339.4(6.8%)2,066.71,847.7(10.6%)Los Cabos414.1355.4(14.2%)2,607.32,457.0(5.8%)Puerto Vallarta237.3157.9(33.4%)2,321.61,897.9(18.2%)Montego Bay438.9336.3(23.4%)2,603.61,909.3(26.7%)Guanajuato88.178.0(11.5%)515.7480.0(6.9%)Hermosillo6.46.74.6%40.143.37.9%Kingston152.2151.0(0.8%)881.5850.2(3.6%)Morelia50.264.127.7%330.1407.423.4%La Paz2.83.422.4%17.625.344.1%Mexicali0.70.7(9.3%)3.63.72.7%Aguascalientes26.326.50.6%156.2162.23.9%Los Mochis0.70.76.4%3.94.02.7%Manzanillo3.53.89.3%62.253.0(14.7%)Total2,262.12,055.6(9.1%)14,504.213,132.1(9.5%)
Total Terminal Passengers (in thousands):
AirportJun-25Jun-26% ChangeJan - Jun 25Jan - Jun 26% ChangeGuadalajara1,477.01,565.86.0%9,006.39,212.72.3%Tijuana*1,024.2976.8(4.6%)6,263.35,789.8(7.6%)Los Cabos654.2590.8(9.7%)4,015.93,808.6(5.2%)Puerto Vallarta511.1415.4(18.7%)3,805.63,321.9(12.7%)Montego Bay438.9336.3(23.4%)2,603.61,909.3(26.7%)Guanajuato276.7251.4(9.2%)1,608.11,524.6(5.2%)Hermosillo183.0158.8(13.2%)1,094.31,021.1(6.7%)Kingston152.2151.0(0.8%)881.7851.0(3.5%)Morelia103.8121.917.5%689.3772.112.0%La Paz112.1115.83.3%626.3696.811.3%Mexicali97.887.8(10.2%)602.4528.0(12.4%)Aguascalientes79.878.5(1.5%)475.3461.9(2.8%)Los Mochis55.554.0(2.7%)348.3342.8(1.6%)Manzanillo13.812.3(11.0%)128.3114.4(10.9%)Total5,179.84,916.5(5.1%)32,148.730,354.9(5.6%) *Passengers in Tijuana who use CBX in both directions are classified as international.
CBX users (in thousands):
AirportJun-25Jun-26% ChangeJan - Jun 25Jan - Jun 26% ChangeTijuana356.6333.0(6.6%)2,029.61,822.2(10.2%)
Highlights for the month:
Seats and load factors
The seats available during June 2026 decreased by 4.9%, compared to June 2025. The load factors for the month went from 82.2% in June 2025 to 82.0% in June 2026. New routes Aguascalientes – Monterrey: AerusAguascalientes - Santa Lucia: VivaAguascalientes – Puebla: VolarisAguascalientes - Puerto Vallarta: VolarisGuanajuato – Puebla: VolarisGuadalajara – Queretaro: VolarisGuadalajara – Reynosa: VolarisGuadalajara - San Luis Potosi: VolarisGuadalajara – Zacatecas: VolarisGuadalajara – Detroit: VolarisGuadalajara - Salt Lake City: VolarisPuerto Vallarta – Puebla: VolarisPuerto Vallarta – Aguascalientes: VolarisPuerto Vallarta - San Luis Potosi: VolarisLos Cabos – Puebla: VolarisLos Cabos - Las Vegas: SouthwestTijuana – Merida: VolarisTijuana - Puerto Escondido: VolarisMontego Bay – Medellin: Wingo Company Description
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, S.A.B. de C.V. (GAP) operates 12 airports throughout Mexico’s Pacific region, including the major cities of Guadalajara and Tijuana, the four tourist destinations of Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, La Paz and Manzanillo, and six other mid-sized cities: Hermosillo, Guanajuato, Morelia, Aguascalientes, Mexicali, and Los Mochis. In February 2006, GAP’s shares were listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “PAC” and on the Mexican Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GAP”. In April 2015, GAP acquired 100% of Desarrollo de Concessioner Aeroportuarias, S.L., which owns a majority stake in MBJ Airports Limited, a company operating Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica. In October 2018, GAP entered into a concession agreement for the Norman Manley International Airport operation in Kingston, Jamaica, and took control of the operation in October 2019.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These statements are statements that are not historical facts and are based on management’s current view and estimates of future economic circumstances, industry conditions, company performance, and financial results. The words “anticipates”, “believes”, “estimates”, “expects”, “plans” and similar expressions, as they relate to the company, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Statements regarding the declaration or payment of dividends, the implementation of principal operating and financing strategies and capital expenditure plans, the direction of future operations, and the factors or trends affecting financial condition, liquidity, or results of operations are examples of forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the current views of management and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. There is no guarantee that the expected events, trends, or results will occur. The statements are based on many assumptions and factors, including general economic and market conditions, industry conditions, and operating factors. Any changes in such assumptions or factors could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.
In accordance with Section 806 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Article 42 of the “Ley del Mercado de Valores”, GAP has implemented a “whistleblower” program, which allows complainants to anonymously and confidentially report suspected activities that involve criminal conduct or violations. The telephone number in Mexico, facilitated by a third party responsible for collecting these complaints, is 800 04 ETICA (38422) or WhatsApp +52 55 6538 5504. The website is www.lineadedenunciagap.com or by email at [email protected]. GAP’s Audit Committee will be notified of all complaints for immediate investigation.
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FinTechs are treating banking licenses as strategic infrastructure. Klarna’s decision to apply to establish Klarna Bank USA, a Utah-chartered industrial bank, illustrates that shift.
The Swedish company filed applications with both the Utah Department of Financial Institutions and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., seeking authority to operate a federally insured industrial bank in the United States.
The company said Monday (July 6) that the proposed institution would allow it to internalize banking functions that today are provided through partners while supporting payments, savings, lending and merchant services.
Klarna already operates as a licensed bank across Europe. Today, much of Klarna’s U.S. banking activity depends on partner institutions. A charter would allow it to assume greater responsibility for deposits, funding and payment operations while remaining subject to banking regulation.
Reached for comment Monday, a Klarna spokesperson referred PYMNTS back to the charter announcement and said, as detailed in the company’s latest earnings release, consumer deposits represented more than 90% of the firm’s total funding.
The Utah filing also arrives as interest in de novo banking charters has revived after several quiet years. Regulatory guidance from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued in June attempted to provide applicants with greater clarity about licensing standards, while federal regulators have shown renewed willingness to evaluate new applications on their merits.
An Industrial Bank Opens Doors and Brings New Obligations An industrial bank, also known as an industrial loan company, differs from a traditional commercial bank primarily because its parent company is exempt from becoming a bank holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act, provided statutory conditions continue to be met.
At the bank level, however, Utah industrial banks remain FDIC-insured depository institutions that may accept insured deposits, make loans, participate in the federal payments system and issue payment products while complying with capital, consumer protection, anti-money laundering and Community Reinvestment Act requirements.
The charter has long appealed to specialty finance companies and FinTechs. It allows a company to fund lending with insured deposits rather than relying exclusively on warehouse facilities or capital markets. It also permits greater control over payment processing, deposit accounts and product development.
Obtaining the authority is neither quick nor automatic.
Applicants must first receive state charter approval before securing FDIC deposit insurance. Regulators evaluate capital adequacy, management experience, governance, risk controls, business plans, liquidity, cybersecurity, compliance systems and long-term financial viability. Parent companies must also agree to ongoing reporting, examinations and commitments under the FDIC’s Part 354 framework governing industrial banks.
Those obligations continue after approval. Changes to business strategy, senior management and governance frequently require regulatory review, while ongoing examinations subject the institution to the same supervisory expectations that apply to other insured banks. The charter therefore offers greater operational control, but it also replaces much of the flexibility associated with operating through banking partners.
For Klarna, direct ownership of the banking infrastructure could improve funding stability, simplify product expansion and reduce dependence on outside institutions as the company broadens beyond buy now, pay later.
A charter could also give Klarna greater latitude to combine deposit accounts, payments, lending and merchant services within a single regulated institution rather than distributing those functions across multiple banking relationships.
Klarna would not be entering unexplored territory.
Square Financial Services, now part of Block, received approval for its Utah industrial bank in 2020 and uses the institution to support business banking, commercial lending and payment services for sellers. Nelnet Bank also received approval in 2020 and operates primarily in education finance and consumer deposits. Thrivent Bank received FDIC approval in 2024 and began operations in 2025 as an online bank serving a broader customer base beyond its former credit union structure.
Other companies continue to view the charter as attractive. GM Financial ultimately secured approval for its industrial bank after revising and refiling its application, demonstrating that the regulatory process can require multiple rounds of review before regulators are satisfied.
For regulators, each application raises familiar policy questions about governance, supervision and the relationship between banking and commercial enterprises. For applicants, the decision reflects something more practical. Sponsor-bank relationships remain valuable, but they also impose commercial, operational and strategic constraints.
Klarna’s application suggests that for some large FinTechs, owning the banking infrastructure has become worth the additional regulation.
In the latest close session, GigaCloud Technology Inc. (GCT - Free Report) was up +2.62% at $34.08. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.3%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.12%.
Shares of the company have appreciated by 5.33% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Business Services sector's gain of 5.48%, and outperforming the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of GigaCloud Technology Inc. in its upcoming earnings disclosure. On that day, GigaCloud Technology Inc. is projected to report earnings of $0.85 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 6.59%. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $383.7 million, indicating a 18.94% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $4.18 per share and a revenue of $1.53 billion, signifying shifts of +16.43% and +18.96%, respectively, from the last year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for GigaCloud Technology Inc. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.
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Digging into valuation, GigaCloud Technology Inc. currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 7.95. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 17.66.
The Technology Services industry is part of the Business Services sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 107, which puts it in the top 44% of all 250+ industries.
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Oscar Health, Inc. (OSCR - Free Report) closed at $31.44 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.3% move from the prior day. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.3%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.12%.
Shares of the company witnessed a gain of 31.29% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Finance sector with its gain of 5.36%, and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Oscar Health, Inc. in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.34, up 138.2% from the prior-year quarter. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $4.83 billion, reflecting a 68.58% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $0.47 per share and revenue of $18.7 billion, which would represent changes of +127.81% and +59.85%, respectively, from the prior year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Oscar Health, Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been no change in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Oscar Health, Inc. is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Digging into valuation, Oscar Health, Inc. currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 68.47. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 9.94.
Investors should also note that OSCR has a PEG ratio of 2.25 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The average PEG ratio for the Insurance - Multi line industry stood at 1.03 at the close of the market yesterday.
The Insurance - Multi line industry is part of the Finance sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 167, which puts it in the bottom 33% of all 250+ industries.
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VivoPower PLC (NASDAQ:VIVO, FRA:51J) announced on Monday that it is conducting a technical and commercial feasibility study to evaluate the integration of a battery energy storage system at its 41.5-megawatt Mo i Rana data center in Northern Norway, targeting up to approximately $4 million in incremental annualized EBITDA.
The company said the projected earnings would come from enabling participation in additional Nordic grid reserve markets, including Frequency Containment Reserve for Normal operation, expanded Frequency Containment Reserve for Disturbances, and Fast Frequency Response.
According to VivoPower, the estimate is based on internal analysis using prevailing 2025-2026 Nordic reserve market clearing prices and remains subject to external feasibility validation, prequalification, capital availability, market conditions, and other approvals.
The company said a co-located battery system would allow the site to access reserve products that are not economically available through its compute load alone because of endurance, symmetry, and response-speed requirements. Capacity payments would be earned on a pay-for-availability basis, with additional activation payments available separately.
VivoPower said the Mo i Rana facility is located in Norway's NO4 bidding zone, where it cited average day-ahead power prices of approximately $0.009 per kilowatt-hour in 2025. The company noted that the combination of low power costs and participation in the Nordic Balancing Model positions the site as an attractive location for industrial demand response and battery storage.
If implemented, the battery system would also be designed to preserve the data center's full 41.5 MW leasable capacity for artificial intelligence compute tenants while improving power quality, ride-through capability, and operational flexibility, according to the company.
VivoPower said the feasibility study will assess factors including electrical headroom, transformer and switchgear capacity, protection systems, metering and settlement architecture, the prequalification process with Statnett, and the interaction between battery operations and tenant service level agreements.
Any final investment decision will be subject to completion of the feasibility study, board approval, tenant consultation, and applicable Norwegian regulatory and grid-connection approvals.
The company said it will provide updates as the project reaches future milestones.
SpaceX Corp (NASDAQ:SPCX) is scheduled to join the Nasdaq-100 index before US markets open on Tuesday, marking one of the fastest additions to the benchmark following its recent initial public offering.
The inclusion follows a change to Nasdaq's eligibility rules that allows certain large-cap IPOs to enter the index after 15 trading days, rather than waiting for the next annual reconstitution.
The move is expected to trigger billions of dollars in passive buying as exchange-traded funds and mutual funds that track the Nasdaq-100 rebalance their portfolios. JPMorgan has estimated that approximately $4.3 billion of SpaceX shares could be purchased by index-tracking funds, including the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ: QQQ) and Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (NASDAQ: QQQM).
Despite SpaceX's roughly $2.1 trillion market valuation, the company is expected to receive an index weighting of around 1%. The Nasdaq-100 is weighted by free-float market capitalization, meaning only shares available for public trading are included in the calculation. With less than 5% of SpaceX's outstanding shares publicly available following its IPO, the company's weighting is expected to remain relatively modest.
The addition also comes as SpaceX's post-IPO quiet period expires, allowing investment banks and research firms involved in the offering to begin publishing analyst coverage and price targets.
Ipek Ozkardeskaya, senior analyst at Swissquote, wrote that investors will continue debating whether technology stock valuations are justified as SpaceX joins the Nasdaq-100.
"Remember, Nasdaq changed the inclusion rules to include SpaceX, which would normally not make its way so quickly into such a broadly watched and traded index, given its extremely low free float, its governance – Elon Musk has more than 80% of voting rights – and its fundamentals, as the company went public at a valuation of more than 100 times last year's sales," Ozkardeskaya wrote.
She added that "SpaceX's inclusion will increase the Nasdaq 100's volatility, challenge its capacity to represent underlying economic and financial fundamentals, and potentially hurt its credibility."
Ozkardeskaya also noted that the end of the quiet period will bring the first wave of Wall Street research on the stock, while "the early enthusiasm faded fast, with the price coming close to its IPO level after a more than 50% surge in the early days."
SpaceX shares have experienced volatile trading since their market debut. The stock closed at $162 late last week, above its IPO opening price of $150 but more than 20% below its post-listing high. Shares fell another almost 4% to about $156.
Unlike the S&P 500, which generally requires companies to trade publicly for at least a year before becoming eligible for inclusion, the Nasdaq-100's revised fast-track rules were designed to accommodate large IPOs more quickly. SpaceX will be added to the index in a single rebalancing event rather than in phased installments.
Space Exploration Technologies' (SPCX 0.99%) first few weeks as a public company have already reminded investors that even great businesses can become volatile stocks. SpaceX shares surged in the days after the company went public in early June 2026, hitting an intraday high of $225.64.
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Since then, the stock has pulled back and is down to around $162. The stock remains above its $135 IPO price and is still far from cheap. But the sell-off has made the risk-reward question more interesting.
Here are a few factors for investors to consider before buying a stake in this dominant space, satellite internet, and AI infrastructure company.
Starlink is a profitable business The clearest reason supporting the contrarian case for SpaceX is its Starlink satellite internet business. Starlink-powered connectivity business contributed about 60% of SpaceX's $18.7 billion in revenue and generated $4.4 billion in operating income in 2025. Starlink also had 10.3 million users at the end of the first quarter of 2026. Although SpaceX posted a $4.94 billion net loss in 2025, Starlink gives the company a profitable business that can help fund its broader growth ambitions.
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Additionally, the Federal Communications Commission approved SpaceX to deploy 7,500 additional second-generation Starlink satellites, bringing the authorized Gen2 satellite count to 15,000. This approval should help the company increase broadband capacity, expand mobile connectivity services, and improve global coverage over time.
AI-powered demand and index addition SpaceX's AI infrastructure business is already securing major customer commitments. Alphabet agreed to pay SpaceX $920 million per month from October 2026 through June 2029 for compute capacity, including access to about 110,000 Nvidia GPUs. Anthropic has also agreed to use the full computing power of SpaceX's Colossus 1 facility, which houses more than 220,000 Nvidia processors and will provide the Claude maker with 300 megawatts of new capacity. According to Reuters, the two compute deals are worth about $26 billion annually if contracts are not terminated before their scheduled end dates.
SpaceX is also set to join the Nasdaq-100 on July 7, giving it a place in an index of major nonfinancial companies listed on the Nasdaq. According to estimates from J.P. Morgan cited by Reuters, funds tracking the index may need to buy about $4.3 billion of SpaceX shares to reflect the company's addition.
Short interest has also climbed to 196 million shares, or about 31% of the shares available for public trading. While these investors are betting against SpaceX, if the stock starts rising again, some of those short sellers may have to buy shares to close their positions. This could further fuel the stock's rebound.
Certain risks cannot be ignored SpaceX is trading at nearly 81 times trailing-12-month sales. This is a demanding multiple for a company that is still loss-making and spending heavily on several growth initiatives.
The next-generation reusable rocket system, Starship, could become a major long-term growth driver for SpaceX. But NASA's inspector general has warned that delays and the challenge of refueling the vehicle in space still make it a major execution risk.
SpaceX may be worth considering for investors comfortable with a premium valuation and significant execution risk.
Elon Musk is leading a group of investors making a bid for OpenAI. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images xAI is no more.
The AI company founded by Elon Musk and acquired by his rocket company earlier this year has officially rebranded to SpaceXAI, debuting a new logo and an update to its username on X.
SpaceX acquired xAI — including its flagship chatbot, Grok, as well as X — in February, putting the billionaire's space, AI, and social media products all under one roof.
The handle for the xAI account changed to SpaceXAI on Monday. The account also shared a video of the xAI logo getting folded into a new SpaceXAI logo.
Musk said in May that xAI would be dissolved as a separate company and folded into SpaceX, with the company's AI products branded as SpaceXAI.
The rebrand comes after SpaceX's blockbuster IPO in June. SpaceX made history as the largest public offering ever, raising $75 billion with a valuation of around $1.77 trillion, briefly making Musk the world's first trillionaire.
While SpaceX is best known for its rockets and extraterrestrial ambitions, its IPO filings revealed just how much it was investing in AI.
The company's capital expenditures on AI were $12.7 billion in 2025, or more than three times what it spent on its space and connectivity segments, which include Starlink, its satellite internet service.
Its AI segment has been a net loss for the company, but SpaceX believes it has the most potential, saying the total addressable market is the largest "in human history." SpaceX said it plans to deploy "AI compute satellites," or data centers in space, as early as 2028.
The company has also landed some big AI infrastructure deals, with Anthropic agreeing to pay SpaceX $1.25 billion a month for access to compute power at its Colossus data centers and Google agreeing to pay $920 million a month.
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The trading activity of members of Congress continues to be closely followed by retail traders, especially when stocks related to committee assignments are traded.
• SpaceX stock is showing downward pressure. What’s ahead for SPCX stock?
Congressman Gil Cisneros (D-Calif.) is no stranger to buying up stocks, with thousands of trades made over the past two years. A recent disclosure, reported by the Benzinga Government Trades page, could spark conflict of interest complaints.
The latest disclosure includes hundreds of trades made in June, mostly purchases, but some sales as well. The transactions are in the $1,000 to $15,000 and $15,000 to $50,000 range.
Out of the numerous trades, the one that stands out in the latest round is the congressman buying shares of SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX).
Cisneros disclosed buying $1,000 to $15,000 in SpaceX stock on June 18. The purchase came when shares traded between $172.11 and $190, higher than the current $160.42 price.
The congressman serves on the Armed Services Committee, which makes the purchase of SpaceX stock a questionable one.
SpaceX has multiple federal government contracts, including those with the Pentagon, NASA and Space Force.
As a member of the committee, Cisneros may know of government contracts ahead of time. Cisneros may also vote on contracts directly related to the company he owns stock in.
Cisneros’ Trading HistoryCisnero is an active trader among members of Congress.
The congressman has made over 2,500 stock transactions according to data from Quiver Quantitative.
Benzinga previously flagged that Cisneros owning stocks such as Palantir and Lockheed Martin had attracted attention due to his committee assignment for the House Armed Services.
Being a member of the committee that knows about government contracts and helps with the budgets and awards of contracts could lead to members of Congress having inside information on which defense stocks will benefit in the future.
In 2025, Cisneros made $22.26 million in trades. So far in 2026, the congressman’s trading volume is $11.38 million.
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"The U.S. outperformance story remains resilient," says Jayme Colosimo, who talks about tech broadening beyond the Mag 7 as a sign of strength. A signal of weakness she sees: the jobs market, highlighted by recent data.
Space Exploration Technologies (SPCX 0.99%) was an IPO of superlatives. From its unparalleled $75 billion raise to its enormous day-one trading volume, it broke so many records that it probably even broke the record for breaking the most records. With a heady mix of space travel, artificial intelligence (AI), and proposals to take tourists to the moon, it's natural to wonder if SpaceX has a place in your portfolio.
The trouble is that it is hard to justify a valuation of over $2 trillion for a firm that reported a net loss of $4.9 billion last year and had total 2025 revenue of $18.7 billion. Plus, many of the claims in its prospectus -- including the potential total addressable market of $28.5 trillion -- don't stand up to scrutiny. If you're thinking of buying SpaceX today, here are three things to know.
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1. You may already own it Several major indexes fast-tracked SpaceX's entry, causing index funds to automatically add the stock. The Russell 1000 added SpaceX on June 27, and the Nasdaq-100 followed on July 7, so investors who hold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that mirror those indexes, such as the iShares Russell 1000 ETF or the Invesco QQQ Trust, already own a small stake in SpaceX.
Other technology- and space-themed ETFs also give exposure to SpaceX. These include Ark Space & Defense Innovation ETF and iShares AI Innovation and Tech Active ETF. Think about what percentage of your portfolio you want to allocate to SpaceX and what you'll get through your existing investments.
2. SpaceX is burning through a lot of cash Last year, SpaceX's capital expenditure (capex) totaled $21 billion for its space, connectivity, and AI segments. This year, it is spending money even faster: It burned through over $10 billion in Q1 alone. SpaceX is different from the AI hyperscalers racing for dominance because big tech firms like Alphabet have pretty solid financial cushions and are generating significant revenue to justify some of the costs.
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In fairness, SpaceX has already landed three major AI deals, and its Starlink internet arm does generate cash. Even so, it is borrowing heavily to fund its expansion into two high-risk areas -- space and AI -- and it isn't clear when they will start to pay off. In fact, some of its forays into unproven technologies may never generate revenue.
3. Elon Musk is part of SpaceX's DNA SpaceX Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk is part of why the company's IPO broke so many records. Some invested in SpaceX purely because they believed Musk could deliver, regardless of the risks. But his reputation is not the only reason Musk and SpaceX are tied; the firm is structured around his leadership.
Musk's Class B shares have 10 times the voting power of the Class A shares investors bought in its IPO, giving him control of around 80% of SpaceX's votes. Among other things, if shareholders lose faith in his leadership, they can't force his dismissal. That raises some interesting governance questions that will likely play out in the coming years.
It also raises a practical issue because Musk has other commitments, and any distractions could delay SpaceX's ambitious timelines. Moreover, without a clear succession plan, SpaceX may not survive if ill health or other issues remove Musk from the helm.
The period after high-profile IPOs is always volatile. Throw in the high risks, heavy spending, debt, and structural challenges, and it makes sense for long-term investors to wait and reevaluate SpaceX once the frenzy has passed.
For years, the only investors who owned a slice of Space Exploration Technologies (SPCX 0.99%) were employees, venture funds, and a small circle of the wealthy. That barrier is breaking apart. Over the next 18 months, exposure to Elon Musk's rocket and satellite maker will reach everyday 401(k) and IRA balances through three distinct channels. Each arrives on its own schedule, and each carries a different set of trade-offs worth understanding before you chase the story.
To better understand the company's path to the public markets, it's worth reviewing the SpaceX IPO prospectus and important things investors should know.
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Wave 1: The funds that hold SpaceX shares The first wave has been in motion for a while, and most people missed it. A cluster of funds hold private SpaceX stock and sit inside common retirement menus. Destiny Tech100, a closed-end fund, counts SpaceX as its largest position. The ARK Venture Fund holds a comparable weight, and large mutual funds such as Fidelity Contrafund and the Baron Partners Fund carry meaningful stakes. Millions of savers own a sliver of SpaceX and have no idea, because these funds appear as options in workplace plans and brokerage IRAs.
The catch is that private shares are hard to value between funding rounds, and a vehicle like Destiny Tech100 has at times traded at a steep premium to the worth of what it holds. You could pay more than a dollar for a dollar of assets.
Wave 2: Private assets move into 401(k) plans The second wave is a rule change. In August 2025, an executive order directed the Department of Labor to open 401(k) plans to alternative assets -- private equity, private credit, real estate, and digital assets. That decision opens a door for target-date funds, the default choice for most workers, to add private-market sleeves that could include names like SpaceX.
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The promise is access to growth that used to sit off-limits to regular savers. The concern is cost and structure. Private-equity vehicles charge a 2% management fee plus 20% of profits, lock money up for years, and price holdings on a schedule rather than by the minute. Those features fit a pension better than they fit a saver who might need to move money on short notice. If a private sleeve appears in your plan menu, read the fine print before it becomes your default fund.
Wave 3: The 2026 SpaceX IPO puts shares in your hands The third wave has arrived. On June 12, SpaceX went public on the Nasdaq under the ticker SPCX, and the debut broke records. The company priced its shares at $135 and raised about $86 billion, the largest initial public offering (IPO) in history. The stock opened at $150, touched $176 during the session, and closed near $161 for a first-day gain of about 19%. By the closing bell, SpaceX carried a market value close to $2.1 trillion, which placed it among the most valuable companies listed in the United States and turned Musk into the world's first trillionaire on paper.
For retirement savers, the mechanics have changed in a real way. Before June, owning a piece of SpaceX meant buying a fund that held private shares and trusting its markup. Now the stock trades on an exchange, so any brokerage account, IRA, or self-directed 401(k) can buy a single share just as it would any listed stock. No fund wrapper, no premium-to-net asset value, no multiyear lockup between you and the position.
That access is the good news. The price is the hard part. A market cap above $2 trillion bakes in a future of moon bases, a high Starship flight rate, and the orbital data centers the company keeps describing -- outcomes that could take a decade to prove. SpaceX funds much of that vision with losses, Musk holds voting control that limits what outside shareholders can influence, and the first-day pop means anyone who bought after the open paid more than the institutions that received the $135 allocation.
A stock that jumps 19% on day one can drift for months while the business grows into the story. The wrapper risk from the first wave is gone, but valuation risk has taken its place.
The takeaway for retirement savers Three waves, one company, and a different job for each. Wave 1, the funds that hold SpaceX, remains an option for anyone who wants a small position, though the premium fades once the stock trades on its own. Wave 2 will reach your plan menu as private-asset sleeves land in target-date funds, so weigh the fees against the promise of private growth. Wave 3 is complete: You can own SpaceX shares inside a retirement account for the first time.
I would treat the opening weeks as noise rather than signal, size any position to match a bet that needs years to play out, and let the valuation cool before deciding what a trillion-dollar rocket company is worth to you.
HomeMarketsU.S. & CanadaMarket ExtraMarket ExtraWhile SpaceX is due to join the Nasdaq-100 on Tuesday, it isn’t eligible to become part of the S&P 500 for at least another year — likely furthering the volatility spread between those two indexesJuly 6, 2026, 6:39 p.m. ET
The Nasdaq-100 has already been unusually volatile relative to the S&P 500 — and now it’s about to gain exposure to a stock known for making dramatic moves.
The Cboe Nasdaq-100 Volatility Index XX:VXN, which trades under the ticker symbol “VXN,” has surged around 43% this year through Thursday, as U.S. investors headed into the three-day holiday weekend, according to FactSet data. That’s a far bigger jump than the 8% one seen for the Cboe Volatility Index VIX, a measure of options activity linked to the S&P 500, which indicates volatility expected over the next month.
Toll Brothers (TOL - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $155.13, demonstrating a -1.28% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.3%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.12%.
Coming into today, shares of the home builder had gained 13.94% in the past month. In that same time, the Construction sector gained 0.11%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.9%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Toll Brothers in its forthcoming earnings report. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $2.9, reflecting a 22.25% decrease from the same quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $2.6 billion, indicating a 11.81% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.
In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $12.69 per share and a revenue of $10.7 billion, indicating changes of -5.93% and -2.44%, respectively, from the former year.
Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Toll Brothers. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.18% higher within the past month. Currently, Toll Brothers is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
In terms of valuation, Toll Brothers is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.38. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 15.51.
We can additionally observe that TOL currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.3. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. The Building Products - Home Builders industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.58 as of yesterday's close.
The Building Products - Home Builders industry is part of the Construction sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 225, finds itself in the bottom 9% echelons of all 250+ industries.
The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
Remember to apply Zacks.com to follow these and more stock-moving metrics during the upcoming trading sessions.
CoreWeave (CRWV +5.82%) stock plunged 18% over two trading sessions after Bloomberg revealed that Meta Platforms (META +3.12%) is entering the neocloud business. Admittedly, one can understand the concerns, as Meta is a "Magnificent Seven" company with a massive cash hoard and 32 large-scale data centers across the planet.
Although CoreWeave is a smaller enterprise with challenges investors should watch, the cloud stock may not be as vulnerable as some investors have assumed. CoreWeave investors should probably not worry about competition from Meta, and here is why.
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How Meta's entrance into the market may affect CoreWeave Admittedly, CoreWeave stock has struggled despite investor interest from Nvidia, annual revenue growth in the triple digits, and a $99.4 billion backlog. The company has had to dilute its shares and borrow heavily to build the infrastructure needed to meet its current and future contractual obligations. Consequently, it holds almost $25 billion in debt on its balance sheet, a heavy burden for a company with less than $4.8 billion in stockholders' equity.
Also, since the company has incurred ongoing net losses during this growth process, investors are likely to see higher debt and more stock dilution. In that situation, either the failure to meet its obligations or significant slowdowns in its build-out could break its investment thesis.
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However, Mordor Intelligence forecasts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the neocloud of 46% through 2031. That type of growth likely convinced Meta to enter this business. Still, CoreWeave's 112% yearly revenue increase in the first quarter of 2026 far exceeds that CAGR and makes it less likely Meta will derail its investment thesis.
Additionally, Nvidia's interest in the company goes well beyond investing and includes a partnership. That deal gives CoreWeave access to Nvidia's most advanced platforms, including Vera Rubin, giving it a competitive advantage that was likely a factor in its joining the Nasdaq-100 index less than 15 months after the stock's IPO.
Furthermore, its challenges appear to have left CoreWeave with an attractive valuation, despite the aforementioned net losses, which leave it without a P/E ratio. Currently, its price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is about 6.5. That's above the average P/S ratio of 3.7 for the S&P 500 but far below the double-digit P/S ratios often found with growth tech stocks. That low valuation could persuade more investors to take a chance on CoreWeave.
Moving forward with CoreWeave If you can tolerate the risks of buying a company like CoreWeave, the entrance of Meta is more likely to be a buying opportunity than a reason to sell.
Indeed, the idea of competing with a tech giant like Meta seems intimidating. Fortunately, this industry is growing so fast that there is probably room for Meta to enter without significantly hurting CoreWeave.
Moreover, CoreWeave's Nvidia partnership serves as a competitive advantage, and the current P/S ratio allows investors to buy the stock at a low valuation. Thus, instead of fretting about the competition, interested investors should probably take this opportunity to add CoreWeave shares.
In the latest trading session, Coca-Cola (KO - Free Report) closed at $82.96, marking a -1.4% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.12%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the world's largest beverage maker had gained 5.86% lagged the Consumer Staples sector's gain of 5.91% and outpaced the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Coca-Cola in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 28, 2026. On that day, Coca-Cola is projected to report earnings of $0.92 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 5.75%. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $13.05 billion, reflecting a 4.15% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $3.26 per share and a revenue of $49.33 billion, signifying shifts of +8.67% and +3%, respectively, from the last year.
It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Coca-Cola. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.
Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.03% upward. As of now, Coca-Cola holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Looking at its valuation, Coca-Cola is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 25.8. This denotes a premium relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 20.45.
Investors should also note that KO has a PEG ratio of 3.36 right now. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. The Beverages - Soft drinks industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 2.23 as of yesterday's close.
The Beverages - Soft drinks industry is part of the Consumer Staples sector. With its current Zacks Industry Rank of 107, this industry ranks in the top 44% of all industries, numbering over 250.
The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our individual industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
Keep in mind to rely on Zacks.com to watch all these stock-impacting metrics, and more, in the succeeding trading sessions.
Seeking Alpha reported Monday (July 6) that Uber Technologies CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has stepped down from the board of directors at Grab Holdings Limited, effective immediately. The executive’s departure from the board of the prominent ride-hailing and delivery network prompted a swift market reaction, with Grab’s shares declining by about 3% during Monday’s trading session.
Despite this high-profile exit from its corporate leadership team, Grab emphasized that the underlying financial relationship between the two multinational mobility companies will not be altered. Uber Technologies’ economic interest in the Singapore-based platform remains unchanged following the board transition, according to the report.
The structural adjustments to Grab’s corporate governance leave the company with a slightly smaller but predominantly independent leadership committee. Following Khosrowshahi’s departure, Grab announced that its board of directors now comprises six members. To assure stakeholders of continued objective oversight, the company noted that four of the six remaining directors hold independent seats.
Grab continues to navigate broader economic dynamics alongside this leadership shift, with Seeking Alpha noting that potential impacts brought on by an earnings cap are expected to be offset by strengths in other business segments.
Uber’s economic interest in Grab originates from a landmark 2018 regional consolidation. As reported by PYMNTS at that time, Uber sold its Southeast Asian operations to Grab in a strategic deal that granted the U.S. company a 27.5% stake in its local rival. The historic merger significantly altered the competitive landscape, granting Grab an 80% market share and drawing antitrust scrutiny and fines from Singapore regulators. Despite these regulatory challenges, Grab has reportedly strengthened its regional market position, with recent coverage from Seeking Alpha characterizing the company as Southeast Asia’s “super app.”
According to recent PYMNTS coverage, Grab is leveraging its 14-year data repository to deploy AI-driven experiences, a strategy that has helped insulate it against regional regulatory headwinds. Furthermore, the company is shifting toward financial services, evidenced by its agreement to acquire Stash Financial to expand high-margin subscription revenues.
Uber Technologies (UBER - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $72.42, moving -2.7% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.72%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.12%.
The ride-hailing company's stock has climbed by 5.26% in the past month, exceeding the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.12% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Uber Technologies in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.83, reflecting a 31.75% increase from the same quarter last year. Simultaneously, our latest consensus estimate expects the revenue to be $14.19 billion, showing a 12.18% escalation compared to the year-ago quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.95 per share and revenue of $57.86 billion, which would represent changes of -44.34% and +11.23%, respectively, from the prior year.
Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Uber Technologies. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.
Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming stock price performance. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.08% higher. Currently, Uber Technologies is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
Digging into valuation, Uber Technologies currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 25.23. This represents a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 15.37.
One should further note that UBER currently holds a PEG ratio of 6.32. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. As the market closed yesterday, the Internet - Services industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.6.
The Internet - Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 107, putting it in the top 44% of all 250+ industries.
The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
To follow UBER in the coming trading sessions, be sure to utilize Zacks.com.
Google has expanded the scope of data it collects to train its artificial intelligence models, now incorporating media uploaded by users across several of its primary search-related services.
The policy change, Engadget reported Monday (July 6), was implemented without much public fanfare and allows the technology giant to use images, audio, video and other files submitted through tools such as Google Lens and Google Translate.
Google’s move highlights the demand for high-quality datasets as generative AI developers confront a scarcity of fresh information to feed their large language models.
Under the updated terms, any photo uploaded to Google Lens for visual identification or audio captured during a voice-activated search may be harvested for training purposes. The data collection also extends to any files processed through Google Translate, encompassing “images, files and audio and video recordings,” according to the report.
For professionals in the digital economy and banking sectors concerned with data privacy or corporate security, it is notable that users are automatically opted into this training program. Engadget, citing earlier findings by TechCrunch, notes that the current policy is restricted to search-related products; personal repositories such as Google Photos are currently excluded from this specific training data sweep.
As generative AI seeks new data sources, Google has provided a manual mechanism for users to restrict their data from being used in this manner. To opt out, users must navigate to their dedicated Search Services History page to uncheck the “Save Media” box. Additionally, users are advised to review their Search Services Personalization settings to ensure no further media is being retained for AI training.
For those seeking to limit their interaction with Google’s AI outputs entirely, the report also highlights a technical workaround: appending “-AI” to a search query will effectively remove AI-generated overview results from the interface.
The shift underscores a broader trend among Big Tech firms seeking to leverage proprietary user interactions to maintain a competitive edge in the AI race, even as questions regarding user permission and data ownership persist. Google itself highlighted this trend earlier this year, when the company pressured news organizations to allow its AI to train on their articles or risk losing the annual payment for being featured in Google News.
Alphabet (GOOGL - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $366.46, demonstrating a +1.82% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.72% gain on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.3%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 1.12%.
The internet search leader's stock has dropped by 2.34% in the past month, exceeding the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.12% and lagging the S&P 500's loss of 0.9%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Alphabet in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $2.86, indicating a 23.81% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $101.22 billion, up 23.86% from the prior-year quarter.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $14.32 per share and revenue of $423.63 billion, which would represent changes of +32.47% and +23.54%, respectively, from the prior year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Alphabet should also be noted by investors. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.18% higher. Alphabet is holding a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) right now.
In terms of valuation, Alphabet is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 25.13. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 15.37, which means Alphabet is trading at a premium to the group.
Also, we should mention that GOOGL has a PEG ratio of 1.54. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. Internet - Services stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.6 based on yesterday's closing prices.
The Internet - Services industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 107, which puts it in the top 44% of all 250+ industries.
The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
Don't forget to use Zacks.com to keep track of all these stock-moving metrics, and others, in the upcoming trading sessions.
Anthropic and OpenAI are preparing for their initial public offerings (IPOs). Both companies filed confidentially with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to make sure everything was in order, but are waiting to go public with the details. OpenAI is reportedly considering waiting until 2027, but Anthropic, which has made huge product advances in 2026, could come to market sooner.
Anthropic's last equity raise in May valued the company at $965 billion, surpassing OpenAI's most recent valuation of $852 billion back in March. The AI company reported a $47 billion revenue run rate, driven by the success of its Claude Code agent and its various iterations and implementations. Indeed, Anthropic has seen massive market share gains in business adoption of its models since the start of 2025, according to data from business fintech Ramp.
Investors looking to get a stake in the business before its public debut have a few options as they wait for more details on when the AI stock will be available for direct purchase.
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Buy a fund that holds shares There are a few publicly traded closed-end funds with shares of Anthropic.
The Destiny Tech100 (DXYZ +2.66%) launched in 2024 with the aim of building a 100-company portfolio of the top venture-backed private technology companies. As of the end of the first quarter, the portfolio held 36 companies, and Anthropic was its largest holding, accounting for 18% of its net asset value. Given the massive increase in its value since the end of March in its last equity raise, the Anthropic stake could now account for an even greater portion of the portfolio.
Other key holdings in the Destiny Tech100 portfolio include exposures to Space Exploration Technologies (SPCX 0.99%), known as SpaceX, and OpenAI. The fund may continue to hold its SpaceX investment, even though SpaceX stock now trades publicly. However, it could have the opportunity to liquidate its assets and reinvest in more pre-IPO companies over the next year.
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Another option is Ark Invests' Ark Venture Fund. The closed-end fund aims to invest in 25 to 50 public and private companies that are creating "disruptive innovation." Its top holding is SpaceX, but 6.33% of its portfolio is invested in OpenAI, and 4.6% is invested in Anthropic as of the end of June.
There are some downsides to investing in a closed-end fund investing in private companies. First of all, these funds charge high fees. Destiny charges 2.5%, and Ark charges a net fee of 2.9%. Those fees can eat into returns. The second downside is that it's hard to know the value of what you're buying. While a large business like Anthropic will provide periodic updates on its progress despite no legal requirement to do so, finding those details for smaller start-ups isn't so easy. That makes these investments significantly more volatile. The Ark Venture Fund also offers limited redemption and exchange options and can only be bought on certain platforms, which adds liquidity risk.
Buy some of Anthropic's largest shareholders and partners Another option for investors seeking slightly more transparency and lower fees is to invest in publicly traded companies with substantial stakes in Anthropic.
Amazon (AMZN +0.61%) made a $4 billion investment in Anthropic in 2023, bringing the AI lab's development to its cloud computing platform Amazon Web Services (AWS). It added another $4 billion in 2024 and $5 billion more earlier this year, with the potential to invest up to $20 billion later.
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As of March 31, before its most recent investment, Amazon said its stake in Anthropic was worth about $74 billion. That stake could be worth much more at this point after the most recent funding round increased Anthropic's valuation by roughly 2.5 times. If Amazon's stake is worth about $200 billion, that's roughly 7.5% of the company's current market cap.
Plus, investors gain exposure to additional upside from Anthropic's relationship with Amazon's cloud computing business, which is bolstering its AI services and custom chip business. That includes a $100 billion commitment to spend on AWS over the next decade.
Alphabet (GOOG +2.44%) (GOOGL +1.87%) is another big investor in Anthropic. It also started investing in 2023, committing about $3 billion total through 2025. It added $10 billion earlier this year with the potential to add $30 billion more. Alphabet is limited to owning no more than 15% of Anthropic, and its current investments appear to push it right up against that limit.
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At a 14% stake in the business, Alphabet's Anthropic shares are worth about $135 billion, about 3% of Alphabet's total value. It's also worth noting that Alphabet has a significant stake in SpaceX. Anthropic has also made a huge $200 billion commitment to spend on Google Cloud over the next five years, and it could be a major customer for the company's custom AI accelerator, the tensor processing unit (TPU).
Both publicly traded tech giants offer compelling ways to gain exposure to Anthropic while buying stellar core businesses at good values, given today's stock prices.
