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Regional banking company F.N.B. Corporation (NYSE:FNB) will be reporting earnings this Thursday after the bell. Here’s what to expect.

Professional tools and equipment manufacturer Snap-on (NYSE:SNA) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market open. Here’s what to look for.

Health insurance provider Elevance Health (NYSE:EVH) will be reporting results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Regional banking company Simmons First National (NASDAQ:SFNC) will be reporting results this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what you need to know.

Food and beverage company PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP) will be reporting results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what to expect.

Financial services giant U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) will be reporting results this Thursday morning. Here’s what to expect.

Steel wire manufacturer Insteel (NYSE:IIIN) will be reporting earnings this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Workforce solutions provider ManpowerGroup (NYSE:MAN) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market open. Here’s what to expect.

Industrial conglomerate GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday morning. Here’s what to expect.

Streaming video giant Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) will be reporting earnings this Thursday after market close. Here’s what investors should know.

Property and casualty insurer Travelers (NYSE:TRV) will be reporting results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Regional banking company Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday after market hours. Here’s what to expect.

Regional banking company Bank OZK (NASDAQ:OZK) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what to expect.

Regional banking company Webster Financial (NYSE:WBS) will be reporting results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Regional banking firm Texas Capital Bancshares (NASDAQ:TCBI) will be reporting results this Thursday before market open. Here’s what to expect.

Regional banking company Independent Bank (NASDAQ:INDB) will be reporting results this Thursday after market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Uniform and facility services provider Cintas (NASDAQ:CTAS) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what you need to know.

Regional banking company Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:FITB) will be reporting earnings this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what to expect.

Regional banking company Citizens Financial Group (NYSE:CFG) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Regional banking company Fulton Financial (NASDAQ:FULT) reported Q2 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 1.9% year on year to $328.4 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.53 per share was 24.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Global advertising giant Omnicom Group (NYSE:OMC) reported Q2 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 4.2% year on year to $4.02 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.05 per share was 0.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of data center products and services company Vertiv (NYSE:VRT) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after Citigroup analysts boosted their price target on the stock. Citigroup raised its price target on the data center infrastructure provider to $149 from $130, while maintaining a "buy" rating on the shares. This move signals growing confidence in Vertiv's role as a key supplier for the power and cooling systems essential for running data centers, particularly those powering artificial intelligence applications. The stock has been a strong performer, benefiting from the explosive growth in AI that requires significant investment in data center infrastructure. The positive sentiment from Citigroup follows other recent bullish calls from Wall Street. The overall consensus rating for Vertiv is a "Buy," with analysts pointing to the company's robust backlog and strong financial performance as reasons for optimism.

Shares of luxury electric car manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced a major update to its DreamDrive Pro suite of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The electric vehicle maker is introducing "Hands-Free Drive Assist" and "Hands-Free Lane Change Assist" to its lineup. These new features will be rolled out via an over-the-air (OTA) software update, scheduled for July 30 for Lucid Air owners and later this year for the new Gravity SUV. The update is a significant step in the company's technology roadmap, as Lucid continues to invest heavily in its in-house software and ADAS capabilities to compete in the crowded EV market. The DreamDrive Pro system utilizes a comprehensive suite of 32 sensors, including LiDAR, radar, and cameras, to enable these new hands-free functions on compatible highways.

Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after analysts at both Mizuho and J.P. Morgan raised their price targets for the residential solar company. Mizuho boosted its price target significantly to $21 from $13, while maintaining an "outperform" rating on the stock. Similarly, J.P. Morgan increased its target to $16 from $13, keeping its "Overweight" rating. J.P. Morgan cited Sunrun's leadership position in the underpenetrated residential energy services market, which it expects to grow at a double-digit rate. The firm also pointed to the company's strong revenue visibility from long-term customer contracts and potential for market share gains due to favorable Investment Tax Credit (ITC) rules. These bullish analyst notes provided a positive catalyst for the stock, signaling growing confidence in Sunrun's future performance and growth prospects within the clean energy sector.

Shares of arcade company Dave & Buster’s (NASDAQ:PLAY) fell 4.7% in the afternoon session after the company announced the appointment of former Yum Brands executive Tarun Lal as its new Chief Executive Officer. The entertainment and dining venue operator named Lal, who most recently served as President of KFC U.S., as its new CEO and a board member, effective July 14. The move follows the resignation of former CEO Chris Morris in December 2024. While the company's board expressed confidence that Lal's successful track record of growing brands would have an immediate impact, the initial market reaction was muted. The stock's dip suggests investors may be taking a wait-and-see approach as the new leader takes the helm during what has been a challenging period for the company.

Shares of cloud communications infrastructure company Twilio (NYSE:TWLO) jumped 7.4% in the afternoon session after the company announced the launch of new platform features. 

Shares of gaming, betting and entertainment company Bally's Corporation (NYSE:BALY) fell 4.8% in the afternoon session after its bid for a New York casino license was all but ended after the New York City Council rejected the company's land-use rezoning proposal for its planned $4 billion Bronx casino. 

Shares of global airline Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) fell 3.8% in the afternoon session after the stock took a breather, pulling back from a strong rally sparked by last week's impressive earnings report. The decline appears to be a case of profit-taking after a significant run-up in the share price. On July 10, Delta reported strong second-quarter financial results that surpassed analyst expectations, with adjusted earnings of $2.10 per share on record revenue. The company also confidently restored its full-year guidance, projecting earnings per share between $5.25 and $6.25. 

Shares of financial services giant Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) fell 6.1% in the afternoon session after the bank cut its full-year guidance for net interest income. Despite beating Wall Street's second-quarter profit and revenue estimates, the bank's revised forecast is weighing on investor sentiment., Wells Fargo now expects its 2025 net interest income (NII) — the difference between what it earns on loans and pays for deposits — to be roughly flat compared to 2024's $47.7 billion. This, is a notable reduction from its previous guidance, which anticipated growth at the low end of a 1% to 3% range. The bank attributed the lowered NII outlook primarily to its Markets business. While second-quarter earnings per share of $1.60 and revenue of $20.82 billion both topped analyst expectations, the disappointing guidance for this key profitability metric overshadowed the otherwise solid results.

Shares of semiconductor maker Penguin Solutions (NASDAQ:PENG) jumped 3.3% in the morning session after the company continued to benefit from positive sentiment following a strong earnings report and a price target increase from a Wall Street analyst. Loop Capital raised its price target on Penguin Solutions to $35 from $30 on Monday, maintaining a "Buy" rating. The firm cited the company's promising developments in the commercial Artificial Intelligence (AI) sector as a key driver. This follows the company's recent earnings report on July 8th, where it beat earnings per share (EPS) estimates.

Shares of neighborhood social network Nextdoor (NYSE:KIND) jumped 3.5% in the morning session after the company announced the most consequential redesign of its core product to date, aimed at making the platform more useful and timely for users. The revamped neighborhood network will now focus on three key areas: "Alerts," "News," and "Faves." 

Shares of leading designer of graphics chips Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after the company confirmed it will resume sales of its H20 AI chips to China after receiving assurances from the U.S. government that export licenses will be granted. 

Shares of semiconductor company Semtech (NASDAQ:SMTC) jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after bullish sentiment from Wall Street analysts. The semiconductor company has received a consensus "Buy" rating from a group of 27 analysts, with 89% recommending to buy the stock. This positive outlook is supported by a consensus price target of $58.29, suggesting potential upside from its recent trading levels. The bullish sentiment comes despite some mixed financial signals, including mounting operating losses and a decline in free cash flow margin over the past five years.

Shares of heavy equipment distributor Custom Truck One Source (NYSE:CTOS) jumped 11.7% in the afternoon session after an upgrade from Wall Street firm Stifel, which boosted its rating on the stock to Buy from Hold and raised its price target. 

Shares of furniture company La-Z-Boy (NYSE:LZB) fell 3.2% in the afternoon session after the company warned that its first-quarter results would likely be at the low end of its prior guidance. 

Shares of technology real estate company Opendoor (NASDAQ:OPEN) jumped 16.4% in the afternoon session after the iBuyer announced the launch of its new Key Agent™ app, designed to streamline the home assessment process for real estate agents. The new application aims to make home assessments faster and more accurate for the company's agent partners by providing room-by-room guidance and offline capabilities. An iBuyer, or "instant buyer," is a company that uses technology to make quick cash offers on homes. More strategically, Opendoor stated that the enhanced data collected through the app will provide a "critical foundation for the future" of its valuation technology. The company plans to use the high-quality, structured data to fine-tune its home valuation models and repair-estimation algorithms. Investors are reacting positively to the news, as more precise data could lead to more competitive and accurate offers for sellers, a crucial factor for improving profitability and market share in the iBuying space.

Shares of apple device management company, Jamf (NASDAQ:JAMF) jumped 7.2% in the morning session after the company announced it expects to exceed the high end of its second-quarter 2025 guidance and revealed a new strategic reinvestment plan. The Apple device management company now anticipates both revenue and non-GAAP operating income to surpass its previous forecasts. The original guidance for the second quarter, which ended June 30, projected total revenue between $167.5 million and $169.5 million, with non-GAAP operating income of $29.5 million to $30.5 million. In a move to bolster long-term growth, Jamf also announced a strategic plan that includes reducing its workforce by about 6.4% and reallocating resources. The company will increase its focus on enterprise customers and accelerate investments in artificial intelligence. While the restructuring will result in one-time charges of $11.0 million to $12.5 million, investors appear to be focused on the positive outlook and the company's efforts to improve operational efficiency and drive future profitability.

Shares of electricity storage and software provider Fluence (NASDAQ:FLNC) jumped 5.5% in the afternoon session after the company was selected by VERBUND, a major European electricity producer, to build two large-scale battery-based storage systems in Germany. 

Shares of burger restaurant chain Red Robin (NASDAQ:RRGB) jumped 9.5% in the afternoon session after the casual dining chain announced its "First Choice" strategic plan and an improved profitability forecast for the second quarter. The company unveiled its new "First Choice" plan, a five-point strategy focused on strengthening operations, driving customer traffic, managing costs to reduce debt, improving restaurant facilities, and fostering a high-performance culture. While Red Robin now expects a comparable restaurant sales decrease of about 4% for the second quarter, slightly worse than its previous forecast, it anticipates that its Adjusted EBITDA will come in higher than the prior guidance of $13 million to $16 million. EBITDA, which stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, is a key measure of a company's operating performance.

Shares of solar panel manufacturer First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) jumped 5.1% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Jefferies raised the price target for the company. The firm boosted its price target on First Solar to $194 from $192, while keeping a "Buy" rating on the shares. This move signals confidence in the company's future performance. 

Shares of regional banking company FB Financial (NYSE:FBK) fell 6.4% in the afternoon session after the company reported second-quarter earnings that showed a significant drop in reported profit and a wide revenue miss against analyst expectations. On an adjusted basis, which excludes the one-time loss, earnings were $0.88 per share, narrowly missing the Wall Street consensus estimate of $0.89 per share. However, reported revenue of $76.86 million fell dramatically short of the $136.37 million analysts had forecast. 

Shares of advertising software maker The Trade Desk (NASDAQ:TTD) jumped 9.9% in the afternoon session after reports of its inclusion in the prestigious S&P 500 index. 

Shares of digital infrastructure provider Applied Digital (NASDAQ:APLD) jumped 5.4% in the afternoon session on continued investor optimism surrounding its strategic pivot to building high-performance computing (HPC) data centers for the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. The company, which is transitioning its business model to focus on the surging demand for AI infrastructure, is benefiting from a positive outlook from investors and analysts. While no specific news was released today, the move reflects ongoing confidence in Applied Digital's strategy to build out large-scale data centers tailored for AI and HPC workloads.

Shares of server solutions provider Super Micro (NASDAQ:SMCI) jumped 7.5% in the afternoon session after broader positive trend among U.S. chipmakers. The server and storage solutions specialist, known for its focus on AI-related hardware, is benefiting from continued investor enthusiasm for the artificial intelligence sector. Supermicro provides customizable rack servers that are crucial for AI-accelerated data centers, and its use of popular AI-GPUs has driven strong sales. Wall Street analysts forecast significant sales growth for the company in fiscal years 2025 and 2026.

Global financial services giant Citigroup (NYSE:C) reported Q2 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8% year on year to $21.67 billion. Its GAAP profit of $1.96 per share was 22.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

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Global financial services giant JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) reported Q2 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 10.5% year on year to $44.91 billion. Its GAAP profit of $4.96 per share was 10.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Financial services giant Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $20.82 billion. Its GAAP profit of $1.60 per share was 13.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Penguin Solutions' second-quarter results were met with a negative market reaction, as revenue came in below Wall Street’s expectations despite rising nearly 8% year over year. Management attributed the revenue shortfall mainly to the timing of large advanced computing deployments, with CEO Mark Adams noting, “Revenue recognition in advanced computing tends to be lumpy due to customer concentration and project timing.” Meanwhile, robust growth in the integrated memory segment and disciplined operating expense management helped deliver adjusted profits above consensus estimates.

Kura Sushi’s second quarter results were received positively by the market, reflecting outperformance compared to Wall Street’s expectations. Management cited the successful rollout of a new reservation system and a robust marketing calendar as important contributors to sequential improvement in same-store sales through the quarter. CEO Hajime Jimmy Uba credited “meaningful progress on building a restaurant pipeline” and early traction from recent openings, particularly in new markets like the Pacific Northwest, as key operational highlights. The company also pointed to improved food cost management and continued execution on supply chain initiatives.

Insurance companies serve as the backbone of risk management, providing essential protection and financial security for individuals and businesses. But worries about an economic slowdown and potential claims deterioration have kept sentiment in check, and over the past six months, the industry’s 3.7% return has trailed the S&P 500 by 1.7 percentage points.

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.

Restaurants increase convenience and give many people a place to unwind. But the side dish is that they’re quite difficult to operate because high inventory and labor costs generally lead to thin margins at the store level. This leaves little room for error if demand dries up, and it seems like the market has some reservations as the industry’s returns were flat over the past six months while the S&P 500 was up 5.4%.

Even if they go mostly unnoticed, industrial businesses are the backbone of our country. Still, their generally high capital requirements expose them to the ups and downs of economic cycles, and the industry’s six-month return of 2.7% has fallen short of the S&P 500’s 5.4% rise.

Companies that burn cash at a rapid pace can run into serious trouble if they fail to secure funding. Without a clear path to profitability, these businesses risk dilution, mounting debt, or even bankruptcy.

Personal health and wellness is one of the many secular tailwinds for healthcare companies. Despite the rosy long-term prospects, short-term headwinds such as COVID inventory destocking have harmed the industry’s returns - over the past six months, healthcare stocks have collectively shed 8.4%. This drop is a stark contrast from the S&P 500’s 5.4% gain.

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.

Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages. Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.

Business services providers use their specialized expertise to help enterprises streamline operations and cut costs. But cutbacks in corporate spending and the threat of new AI products have kept sentiment in check, and over the past six months, the industry has tumbled by 2.1%. This performance was disappointing since the S&P 500 climbed 5.4%.

The stocks featured in this article are seeing some big returns. Over the past month, they’ve outpaced the market due to new product launches, positive news, or even a dedicated social media following.

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.

Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street. Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.

Business services providers thrive by solving complex operational challenges for their clients, allowing them to focus on their secret sauce. But increasing competition from AI-driven upstarts has tempered enthusiasm, and over the past six months, the industry has pulled back by 2.1%. This drop was disappointing since the S&P 500 climbed 5.4%.

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 profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".

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

When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention. These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.

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

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.

Many small-cap stocks have limited Wall Street coverage, giving savvy investors the chance to act before everyone else catches on. But the flip side is that these businesses have increased downside risk because they lack the scale and staying power of their larger competitors.

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.

Semiconductors are the picks and shovels of modern technology. The way we live and work is also changing with AI, which is creating secular demand for more powerful chips. This theme has led to decent stock price performance as the industry’s six-month gain of 4.5% has nearly mirrored the S&P 500.

Great things are happening to the stocks in this article. They’re all outperforming the market over the last month because of positive catalysts such as a new product line, constructive news flow, or even a loyal Reddit fanbase.

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.