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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.

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.

As the Q3 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the regional banks industry, including 1st Source (NASDAQ:SRCE) and its peers.

Earnings results often indicate what direction a company will take in the months ahead. With Q3 behind us, let’s have a look at American Woodmark (NASDAQ:AMWD) and its peers.

Let’s dig into the relative performance of Intuit (NASDAQ:INTU) and its peers as we unravel the now-completed Q3 finance and hr software earnings season.

Outdoor equipment company Toro (NYSE:TTC) will be reporting earnings this Wednesday before market open. Here’s what to expect.

Memory chips maker Micron (NYSE:MU) will be reporting results this Wednesday after market close. Here’s what you need to know.

Packaged foods company General Mills (NYSE:GIS) will be reporting earnings this Wednesday before market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Electronics manufacturing services provider Jabil (NYSE:JBL) will be reporting earnings this Wednesday before the bell. Here’s what to expect.

Facility services provider ABM Industries (NYSE:ABM) will be reporting results this Wednesday before market open. Here’s what you need to know.

Office furniture manufacturer MillerKnoll (NASDAQ:MLKN) will be reporting results this Wednesday after the bell. Here’s what to expect.

Shares of aerospace and defense company Cadre (NYSE:CDRE) fell 3.9% in the afternoon session after reports of significant stock sales by company insiders came to light. Specifically, President Brad Williams sold 24,000 shares for a total value of $1,031,760. 

Shares of fashion conglomerate Oxford Industries (NYSE:OXM) jumped 7.3% in the afternoon session after its CEO, Thomas Caldecot Chubb III, purchased company shares worth $175,585. 

Shares of quantum computing company IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) fell 9.6% in the afternoon session after disclosures of insider stock sales and news of increased international competition in the quantum computing space surfaced. 

Shares of real estate technology company eXp World (NASDAQ:EXPI) fell 5.4% in the afternoon session after reports that Google was testing a home sales listings feature in its search results sparked fears of new competition in the real estate sector. 

Shares of language-learning app Duolingo (NASDAQ:DUOL) fell 4.5% in the afternoon session after technical factors and a bearish sentiment among traders led to a sell-off. 

Shares of EV charging infrastructure provider Blink Charging (NASDAQ:BLNK) jumped 4.6% in the afternoon session after the stock rebounded following the completion of a public offering that had pushed shares lower in previous sessions. 

Shares of luxury electric car manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) fell 4.3% in the afternoon session after the company launched its first certified pre-owned vehicle program, "Lucid Recharged," but investor focus remained on broader financial concerns. The new program aimed to offer customers more choice with manufacturer-backed standards. However, the announcement did not impress investors, who seemed more concerned with the electric vehicle maker's underlying financial health. The move followed a recent downgrade from Morgan Stanley to "Underweight," which cited worries that the company might not achieve profitability until 2028. Additionally, Lucid previously adjusted its 2025 production guidance downward.

Shares of real estate data provider CoStar Group (NASDAQ:CSGP) fell 7.8% in the afternoon session after reports surfaced that Google was testing a new ad format that placed homes-for-sale listings directly at the top of its search results, sparking investor concern. The test, which appeared in limited markets on mobile devices, positioned the search giant as a potential direct competitor to online property portals. This development threatened a core source of traffic and leads for companies like CoStar, which owns Homes.com, and rival Zillow, whose shares also fell sharply. Investors were concerned because Google's move could bypass the established real estate platforms. Analysts from Goldman Sachs viewed the development as a "long-term risk" for the industry, even though the immediate impact might be limited since much of the traffic to real estate sites is direct.

Shares of technology real estate company Offerpad (NYSE:OPAD) fell 9.6% in the afternoon session after fears of increased competition in the online real estate sector increased as Google started testing full home ads in its search results. The move by the tech giant signaled a deeper push into the home listings business, creating a potential threat for existing real estate sites. This news sent ripples across the industry, with shares of Zillow Group, a leading real estate website, tumbling over 10%. The concerns were not isolated, as other companies with home listing platforms, such as CoStar and Rocket Companies, also saw their stocks lose ground. Offerpad's drop was part of this broader sector-wide sell-off as investors reacted to the prospect of a powerful new competitor entering the market.

Shares of satellite communications provider Globalstar (NASDAQ:GSAT) fell 4.6% in the afternoon session after the stock fell in a technical move as it gave back some of its strong recent gains. The decline followed a period where the stock had risen over 20% in the previous two weeks, which may have prompted some investors to take profits. According to technical analysis, a sell signal was issued from a pivot point on a previous trading day. The stock was also considered to be in an overbought condition, which can sometimes signal a good selling opportunity for short-term traders. With no major company news released, the day's move appeared to be driven by these technical factors rather than a change in the company's fundamental outlook.

Shares of ride sharing service Lyft (NASDAQ: LYFT) fell 6.3% in the afternoon session after competitor Tesla began testing its driverless cars without safety monitors. The development signaled a major step forward in autonomous vehicle technology, sparking concerns among investors about the long-term competitive landscape for rideshare companies. The move by Tesla was seen as a direct threat to the current rideshare business model. An analyst from Wedbush, Scott Devitt, noted that both Tesla and Waymo were increasing their autonomous vehicle efforts, which threatened services like Lyft. This news led investors to believe that a future with driverless ride-hailing services was getting closer, potentially disrupting the industry.

Shares of aerospace and defense company Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) fell 7.8% in the afternoon session after investors took profits following a successful mission for Japan's space agency, JAXA, in a classic 'buy the rumor, sell the news' scenario. 

Shares of online real estate marketplace Zillow (NASDAQ:ZG) fell 8.1% in the afternoon session after reports surfaced that Google was testing a new feature to display home sale listings directly within its search results. 

Shares of online marketplace eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) fell 3% in the afternoon session after the European Union announced a decision to introduce new customs duties on low-value e-commerce packages. 

Shares of sushi restaurant chain Kura Sushi (NASDAQ:KRUS) jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after investors reacted to the company's ongoing expansion efforts, which included a new restaurant opening and plans for further growth. 

Shares of online platform company Coupang (NYSE:CPNG) fell 5.1% in the afternoon session after the company faced mounting pressure from the fallout of a major data breach that led to the CEO's resignation. 

Shares of content discovery platform Taboola (NASDAQ:TBLA) fell 3.3% in the afternoon session after a technical sell signal indicated the potential for further declines. The downward move appeared to be driven by technical factors. A sell signal was reportedly issued from a recent peak, and the stock had fallen more than 3% since that point, suggesting further declines were possible. This technical pressure was compounded by negative insider sentiment. Over the previous year, key executives had sold a significant amount of shares on the open market, totaling $44.1 million against $16.1 million in shares bought or received.

Shares of video game retailer GameStop (NYSE:GME) jumped 6% in the afternoon session after the company poached a former Best Buy spokesperson, TikTok influencer Rilie Huntley, for a new ad campaign. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors grew increasingly concerned that the billions of dollars being invested into artificial intelligence may not generate sufficient profits. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors grew increasingly concerned that the billions of dollars being invested into artificial intelligence may not generate sufficient profits. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors grew increasingly concerned that the billions of dollars being invested into artificial intelligence may not generate sufficient profits. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors grew increasingly concerned that the billions of dollars being invested into artificial intelligence may not generate sufficient profits. This sentiment fueled fears of a potential "AI bubble," leading to a significant downturn in the technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite index. The selloff was intensified after chipmaker Broadcom warned that increased sales of AI systems could lead to thinner profit margins, causing its stock to tumble. Subsequently, the broader market questioned whether the massive spending on chips and data centers would produce a worthwhile return on investment. This uncertainty caused a market recalibration, with investors rotating capital out of more speculative tech stocks and into more stable assets.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors grew increasingly concerned that the billions of dollars being invested into artificial intelligence may not generate sufficient profits. 

Shares of 3D printing company 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after the company announced it received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance to expand its VSP Orthopedics platform to include skeletally mature adolescents. 

Shares of real estate technology company Compass (NYSE:COMP) fell 4% in the afternoon session after reports surfaced that Google tested a feature to show home sales listings directly in its search results, sparking fears of new competition. 

Shares of premium cinema technology company IMAX (NYSE:IMAX) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after JP Morgan upgraded the stock to 'Overweight' from 'Neutral' and raised its price target. 

Shares of semiconductor equipment maker Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Jefferies maintained the company's "Buy" rating and raised its price target. The analyst, Blayne Curtis, increased the price target for the semiconductor equipment maker to $200 from $175, a lift of over 14%. This action, combined with the reaffirmed positive rating, reflected growing confidence in Lam Research's market performance and future growth prospects within the semiconductor industry.

Shares of business software provider Freshworks (NASDAQ:FRSH) fell 3.6% in the afternoon session after the company announced it agreed to acquire FireHydrant, a provider of AI-powered incident management software. 

Shares of semiconductor quality control company Nova (NASDAQ:NVMI) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after Jefferies raised its price target on the stock and Morgan Stanley initiated coverage, reinforcing investor confidence. 

Shares of fintech mortgage provider Rocket Companies (NYSE:RKT) fell 3.7% in the afternoon session after Google's trial of a home sales listings feature in its search results sparked fears of new competition. 

Shares of semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after Jefferies upgraded the semiconductor company's stock to Buy from Hold and raised its price target. 

Shares of biopharmaceutical company Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE:BMY) jumped 3.7% in the afternoon session after BofA Securities upgraded the company's stock from "Neutral" to "Buy" and increased its price target. 

Shares of semiconductor materials supplier Entegris (NASDAQ:ENTG) fell 3% in the afternoon session after Goldman Sachs downgraded the stock to "Sell" from "Neutral," citing concerns over the company's fundamentals and profitability. 

Shares of telecommunications and media company Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) jumped 3.7% in the afternoon session after the company announced the completion of its network expansion to nearly 22,000 new homes and businesses in Litchfield County, Connecticut. The project brought Comcast's high-speed internet and its full range of Xfinity and Comcast Business services to five communities: Litchfield, Morris, Thomaston, Torrington, and Watertown. This development provided residents and businesses in those areas access to what the company described as a more reliable and converged network.

Shares of bitcoin development company Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) fell 6.5% in the afternoon session after investor concerns mounted over its strategy of funding large Bitcoin purchases through share sales.