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Shares of electronic component provider Littelfuse (NASDAQ:LFUS) fell 3.6% in the afternoon session after two of the company's top executives sold a significant amount of their shares. 

Shares of building products manufacturer JELD-WEN (NYSE:JELD) jumped 2.6% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Jefferies raised the stock's price target, reflecting a more positive outlook on the company's future valuation. 

Shares of uniform rental provider Vestis Corporation (NYSE:VSTS) fell 11.4% in the afternoon session after the company announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Kelly Janzen, would depart at the end of 2025. 

Shares of online new and used car marketplace Cars.com (NYSE:CARS) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session as the stock garnered positive attention from analysts covering the company. A report covering five analysts showed a "Strong Buy" consensus rating. On average, these analysts set a price target of $17.70, which forecasted a potential 38.50% increase in the stock's value over the next year. The report noted that analysts believed the stock was likely to perform very well in the near future and significantly outperform the market.

Shares of quantum computing company IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) jumped 4.8% in the afternoon session after Jefferies initiated coverage on the company with a 'Buy' rating and set a price target of $100. 

Shares of machine vision technology company Cognex (NASDAQ:CGNX) jumped 5% in the afternoon session after Goldman Sachs issued a significant "double-upgrade" on the stock, moving its rating from Sell directly to Buy. 

Shares of fantasy sports and betting company DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG) fell 2.6% in the afternoon session after rival Robinhood Markets unveiled new features for its prediction market product, sparking concerns about increased competition. 

Shares of fragrance and perfume company Inter Parfums (NASDAQ:IPAR) jumped in the afternoon session after the company's Chairman and CEO, Jean Madar, acquired 25,000 shares of company stock. 

Shares of auto parts and accessories retailer Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) fell 5.4% in the afternoon session after Evercore ISI Group lowered its price target on the stock to $56 from $58. The firm maintained its "In-Line" rating on Advance Auto Parts. 

Shares of online casino and sports betting company Rush Street Interactive (NYSE:RSI) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Susquehanna raised their price target on the stock and a favorable tax development in Colombia was reported. Susquehanna analyst Joseph Stauff maintained a "Positive" rating on the company and increased the price target to $23.00 from $22.00.

Shares of solar energy systems company Shoals (NASDAQ:SHLS) fell 3.9% in the afternoon session after Morgan Stanley downgraded the company's stock to 'Equal-Weight' from 'Overweight' and cut its price target. 

Shares of multinational media and entertainment corporation Paramount (NASDAQ:PSKY) fell 2.4% in the afternoon session after several analysts issued “Sell” ratings amid concerns about the company's valuation following its hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. 

Shares of animal health company Elanco (NYSE:ELAN) jumped 2.4% in the afternoon session after several top executives, including the CEO and CFO, disclosed significant purchases of company stock, signaling strong internal confidence. 

Shares of content production and distribution company Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) fell 3.8% in the afternoon session after Seaport Global Securities downgraded the stock to Neutral from Buy, citing valuation concerns. 

Shares of biopharma company Corcept Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CORT) fell 9.2% in the afternoon session after investment bank UBS initiated coverage of the company with a Neutral rating. 

Check out the companies making headlines yesterday:

Building products company Quanex (NYSE:NX) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $489.8 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.83 per share was 61.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

AutoZone’s fourth quarter results were met with a negative market reaction as the company’s non-GAAP earnings per share fell short of Wall Street’s consensus despite revenue growth that aligned with expectations. Management highlighted that a significant non-cash LIFO charge negatively affected margins and earnings, while an uptick in operating expenses was attributed to accelerated investments in new stores and supply chain initiatives. CEO Philip Daniele noted that weather-related disruptions and a lack of last year’s hurricane boost also played a role in dampening some retail sales trends, particularly in the middle portion of the quarter.

Campbell's third quarter results saw revenue come in above Wall Street expectations, but the company faced a year-over-year sales decline as shifting consumer habits and cost pressures weighed on performance. Management pointed to ongoing softness in snack volumes and selective price increases as key drivers, with CEO Mick Beekhuyzen noting that "cost increases and top line headwinds" were not fully offset by recent productivity and pricing actions. While the company's core brands maintained stable market share, the impact of tariffs and inflation continued to present challenges for both the meals and beverages and snacks segments.

Braze delivered a quarter that exceeded Wall Street’s revenue expectations and was met with a positive market reaction, driven by robust customer additions and the increasing adoption of AI-powered customer engagement solutions. Management credited the quarter’s performance to a broad-based expansion across verticals and geographies, as well as a surge in multi-channel messaging during key marketing periods like Cyber Week. CEO William Magnuson emphasized that Braze’s AI-driven platform is enabling clients to orchestrate more sophisticated campaigns, noting that “marketers continue to evolve away from single channel campaigns toward more sophisticated programs leveraging dynamic data to create and strengthen direct relationships.”

Academy Sports' third quarter saw a positive market reaction despite revenue coming in slightly below Wall Street’s expectations. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to strong growth from new store openings, gains in higher-income customer segments, and accelerated e-commerce momentum. CEO Steve Lawrence highlighted that “consumers are shopping episodically and seeking out values,” with positive responses during key back-to-school and holiday periods. The company also pointed to improved product assortment—especially with national brands like Nike and Jordan—and technology investments in inventory management as supporting margin expansion. Management noted that average unit retail prices rose mid to high single digits, offsetting cost pressures from tariffs.

Ollie's third quarter results aligned with Wall Street expectations, underpinned by significant store growth and strong customer engagement. Management credited the opening of a record 32 new stores and an expanded Ollie’s Army loyalty program for driving higher sales and transaction volumes. CEO Eric VanderVlok emphasized the company’s ability to attract new customer segments, particularly younger and higher-income shoppers. He highlighted the firm’s flexible buying model and growing presence in seasonal categories as key contributors to the quarter’s performance, stating that “customers are prioritizing their spending around their needs and are looking for value.”

Dave & Buster’s third quarter results fell short of Wall Street’s expectations, as revenue declined and adjusted losses outpaced analyst forecasts. Management attributed the performance to a challenging consumer environment and the need for operational improvements across its stores. CEO Tarun Lal emphasized initial success from the company’s “Back to Basics” plan, which included refreshed menu offerings and revitalized marketing campaigns, noting that “sequential improvement in same-store sales” was observed as the quarter progressed. The leadership team acknowledged that both food and games segments required renewed focus, citing early positive results from targeted initiatives.

G-III’s third quarter results were marked by a 9% year-over-year sales decline, missing Wall Street’s revenue expectations but delivering stronger than expected non-GAAP profitability. The positive market reaction reflected management’s ability to drive margin resilience despite industry-wide tariff pressures and ongoing declines in the PVH-licensed Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger businesses. CEO Morris Goldfarb credited the quarter’s outperformance to strong growth in owned brands like Donna Karan and Karl Lagerfeld, accelerated full-price selling, and disciplined inventory management. He highlighted, “Our teams replaced more than 70% of the lost sales volume through organic growth of our go-forward owned and licensed portfolio.”

Core & Main’s third quarter was met with a positive reaction from the market, reflecting modest growth and stable margins despite ongoing pressures in certain end markets. Management pointed to continued strength in municipal construction, as well as disciplined pricing and gross margin expansion, as key drivers. CEO Mark Witkowski emphasized Core & Main’s resilience, citing the company’s “national scale and resources, local market expertise, and comprehensive product solutions” as central to its performance. While residential demand remained subdued—particularly in the Sun Belt—the company benefited from acquisitions and solid execution in nonresidential and municipal segments.

Cracker Barrel’s third quarter results reflected continued challenges as same-store traffic declined and market reaction was negative following the earnings release. Management described the quarter as particularly difficult, citing operational missteps in rolling out a new back-of-house initiative that affected food consistency and guest experience. CEO Julie Masino acknowledged, “the new processes at scale made consistent execution more challenging for our operators and impacted the consistency of our food.” Leadership responded by reverting to previous kitchen procedures, retraining staff, and accelerating cost reduction efforts.

American Outdoor Brands delivered third-quarter results that were well received by the market, driven by strong execution in its core brand portfolio and a dynamic channel mix. Management highlighted robust sell-through at key retail partners and a notable 4% year-over-year increase in point-of-sale activity, despite broader industry foot traffic declines. CEO Brian Murphy credited “efficiently managing tariffs, customer ordering dynamics, and cost reduction opportunities” as factors that helped offset a challenging retail environment. Expansion into new retail placements, particularly for the Caldwell and BOG brands, further supported channel momentum.

AeroVironment’s third quarter was marked by robust revenue growth, but the market responded negatively due to margin pressures and profitability shortfalls. Management highlighted a surge in demand for its autonomous systems, especially the Switchblade and JUMP 20 product lines, and cited a record $3.5 billion in new contract awards. CEO Wahid Nawabi described the quarter as one of “record second quarter bookings,” but acknowledged operational inefficiencies tied to the rollout of a new ERP system and disruptions from the U.S. government shutdown, both of which impacted service mix and gross margins.

Korn Ferry’s third quarter results were well received by investors, as the company outperformed Wall Street’s revenue and profit expectations. Management credited the ongoing success of its “We Are Korn Ferry” strategy, which emphasizes cross-solution integration and deeper client relationships. CEO Gary Burnison highlighted that business referrals reached nearly 28% of consolidated fee revenue, reflecting increased collaboration across teams. The executive search and professional search segments saw notable momentum, with Burnison pointing to demographic shifts—like the retirement of experienced leaders and evolving work-life preferences—as key factors supporting demand. Management also cited the expansion of interim and RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) solutions, especially in EMEA, as further evidence of the strategy’s effectiveness.

Caleres’ third quarter results were met with a negative reaction from the market, largely due to a significant shortfall in non-GAAP earnings per share despite stronger-than-expected revenue. Management identified ongoing margin pressures stemming from elevated tariffs and additional costs linked to the integration of Stuart Weitzman, which diluted profitability. CEO Jay Schmidt acknowledged these issues, noting, “We are taking decisive action in the back half of 2025 to bring Stuart Weitzman along with the rest of our portfolio into 2026 as clean, productive, and efficient as possible.”

Designer Brands’ third quarter results were met with a positive market response, as the company delivered adjusted profitability well above Wall Street expectations despite lower sales. Management pointed to sequential improvements in customer traffic and higher in-store conversion rates as key drivers, alongside disciplined inventory and expense management. CEO Doug Howe attributed margin gains to a strategic reduction in markdowns and a focus on the company’s strongest brands and categories, noting, “Our top eight brands continue to outperform the balance of the assortment, posting a positive 4% comp for the quarter.” The quarter also benefited from operational efficiency improvements and a pullback from unprofitable digital promotions.

The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article. Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.

A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.

Companies that consistently increase their sales, margins, or returns on capital are usually rewarded with the best returns, and those that can do all three for years on end are almost always the legendary stocks that return 100 times your money.

Banks play a critical role in the financial system, providing everything from commercial loans to wealth management and payment processing services. These institutions have benefited from improved net interest margins and robust credit growth, so it’s no surprise the banking industry has posted a 17.3% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 4.2 percentage points.

Even if a company is profitable, it doesn’t always mean it’s a great investment. Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Whether you see them or not, industrials businesses play a crucial part in our daily activities. Their momentum is also rising as lower interest rates have incentivized higher capital spending. As a result, the industry has posted a 17.3% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 4.2 percentage points.

A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.

Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments. Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.

The stocks featured in this article have all approached their 52-week highs. When these price levels hit, it typically signals strong business execution, positive market sentiment, or significant industry tailwinds.

Wall Street’s bearish price targets for the stocks in this article signal serious concerns. Such forecasts are uncommon in an industry where maintaining cordial corporate relationships often trumps delivering the hard truth.

Wall Street’s bearish price targets for the stocks in this article signal serious concerns. Such forecasts are uncommon in an industry where maintaining cordial corporate relationships often trumps delivering the hard truth.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Large-cap stocks have the power to shape entire industries thanks to their size and widespread influence. With such vast footprints, however, finding new areas for growth is much harder than for smaller, more agile players.

A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.

Large-cap stocks are known for their staying power and ability to weather market storms better than smaller competitors. However, their sheer size makes it more challenging to maintain high growth rates as they’ve already captured significant portions of their markets.

The stocks in this article have caught Wall Street’s attention in a big way, with price targets implying returns above 20%. But investors should take these forecasts with a grain of salt because analysts typically say nice things about companies so their firms can win business in other product lines like M&A advisory.

Unprofitable companies face headwinds as they struggle to keep operating expenses under control. Some may be investing heavily, but the majority fail to convert spending into sustainable growth.

Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article. While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.

Stocks in the $10-50 range offer a sweet spot between affordability and stability as they’re typically more established than penny stocks. But their headline prices don’t guarantee quality, and investors should exercise caution as some have shaky business models.

Healthcare companies are pushing the status quo by innovating in areas like drug development and digital health. Shareholders who bet on the industry have been rewarded lately as healthcare stocks have returned 14.6% over the past six months, topping the S&P 500 by 1.5 percentage points.

Healthcare companies are pushing the status quo by innovating in areas like drug development and digital health. Shareholders who bet on the industry have been rewarded lately as healthcare stocks have returned 14.6% over the past six months, topping the S&P 500 by 1.5 percentage points.

Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential. However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.

Value investing has created more billionaires than any other strategy, like Warren Buffett, who built his fortune by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices. But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.

Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains. This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.

Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains. This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.

A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south. While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.

Semiconductors are the silicon backbone of the digital revolution. Compute-intensive AI workloads are also priming them for the next wave of secular growth, so it’s no wonder the industry has outperformed the market over the past six months, delivering returns of 40.1% compared to 13.1% for the S&P 500.

The low valuation multiples for value stocks provide a margin of safety that growth stocks rarely offer. However, the challenge lies in determining whether these cheap assets are genuinely undervalued or simply on sale due to their potentially deteriorating business models.

Low-volatility stocks may offer stability, but that often comes at the cost of slower growth and the upside potential of more dynamic companies.

Large trillion-dollar companies are tightening their grip on the market, often by acquiring smaller rivals. This trend will likely pick up with new regulatory leadership, but a few mid-sized businesses will continue prospering by anchoring themselves in unique market segments.

Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential. However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.

The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead. They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.

Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article. While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.

Wingstop has gotten torched over the last six months - since June 2025, its stock price has dropped 31.5% to $239.60 per share. This was partly driven by its softer quarterly results and may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Over the past six months, First Bancorp has been a great trade, beating the S&P 500 by 19.5%. Its stock price has climbed to $53.50, representing a healthy 32.6% increase. This performance may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Littelfuse has followed the market’s trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 17.4% to $260.46 per share while the index has gained 13.1%.

Over the past six months, Harley-Davidson’s shares (currently trading at $21.38) have posted a disappointing 12.3% loss, well below the S&P 500’s 13.1% gain. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

Since December 2020, the S&P 500 has delivered a total return of 84.2%. But one standout stock has more than doubled the market - over the past five years, BNY has surged 189% to $117.00 per share. Its momentum hasn’t stopped as it’s also gained 29.3% in the last six months thanks to its solid quarterly results, beating the S&P by 16.2%.

First Citizens BancShares trades at $2,067 and has moved in lockstep with the market. Its shares have returned 13.8% over the last six months while the S&P 500 has gained 13.1%.

While the S&P 500 is up 13.1% since June 2025, Ellington Financial (currently trading at $13.64 per share) has lagged behind, posting a return of 6.2%. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

Globalstar has been on fire lately. In the past six months alone, the company’s stock price has rocketed 195%, reaching $69.08 per share. This was partly thanks to its solid quarterly results, and the performance may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

As the Q3 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the apparel and accessories industry, including PVH (NYSE:PVH) and its peers.

Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Twilio (NYSE:TWLO) and the best and worst performers in the software development industry.