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Aerospace and defense company Cadre (NYSECDRE) reported Q4 CY2024 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 41.3% year on year to $176 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $586.5 million at the midpoint came in 5.1% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.32 per share was 28.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Experiential tourism company Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality (NYSEPRSU) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q4 CY2024, but sales fell by 84.3% year on year to $45.8 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.82 per share was 52% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Wellness products company Nature’s Sunshine (NASDAQNATR) reported Q4 CY2024 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8.5% year on year to $118.2 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $457.5 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP loss of $0 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Personalized clothing company Stitch Fix (NASDAQSFIX) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2024, but sales fell by 5.5% year on year to $312.1 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($313.5 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 12.5% above what analysts were expecting. Its GAAP loss of $0.05 per share was 55.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Concrete and waste management company Concrete Pumping (NASDAQBBCP) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2024, with sales falling 11.5% year on year to $86.45 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $410 million at the midpoint came in 2.4% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP loss of $0.06 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of civil infrastructure construction company Sterling Infrastructure (NASDAQSTRL) jumped 5.4% in the morning session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off.

Shares of enterprise workflow software maker ServiceNow (NYSENOW) jumped 5.6% in the morning session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off.

Shares of genetic testing company Natera (NASDAQNTRA). jumped 5.2% in the afternoon session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off.

Shares of aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQFTAI) jumped 7.4% in the afternoon session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off.

Shares of fabless chip and software maker Broadcom (NASDAQAVGO) jumped 5% in the morning session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off.

Shares of luxury ski resort company Vail Resorts (NYSEMTN) jumped 7.6% in the morning session after the company reported decent second-quarter (fiscal 2025) results. Sales were in line, though skier visits were slightly below expectations. Meanwhile, earnings per share surpassed Wall Street's estimates. Looking ahead, the company reaffirmed its full-year EBITDA guidance, which was reassuring. Overall, the quarter was solid.

Shares of organizational consulting firm Korn Ferry (NYSEKFY) jumped 16.8% in the pre-market session after the company reported strong third-quarter (fiscal 2025) results, exceeding analysts' sales expectations, though its guidance for the next quarter painted a mixed picture, with earnings per share projected to outperform but revenue expected to fall short. Also, despite the results revealing a mixed segment performance, overall sales remained flat year over year, reflecting resilience amid economic uncertainty. Overall, the quarter was solid, with profitability improvements offsetting muted revenue growth.

Shares of data center products and services company Vertiv (NYSEVRT) jumped 5.6% in the afternoon session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off.

Shares of cybersecurity company CrowdStrike (NASDAQCRWD) jumped 7.1% in the morning session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. the Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. 

Shares of department store chain Kohl’s (NYSEKSS) fell 26.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported weak fourth-quarter results: EPS missed by a meaningful amount, and full-year EPS guidance fell significantly below expectations. The key takeaway from the quarter was a steep 9.4% decline in net sales, as comparable sales dropped 6.7%, reflecting weaker consumer demand. 

Shares of global airline Delta Air Lines (NYSEDAL) fell 14.3% in the pre-market session after the company reported underwhelming preliminary guidance for the March 2025 (Q1 2025) quarter as it lowered its sales, operating margins, and earnings estimates. The revised outlook called for sales growth of 3%-4% (vs previous expectations of 7%-9%) and an operating margin of 4%-5% (vs. previous expectations of 6%-8%). Similarly, EPS was revised to $0.3-$0.5 (vs earlier expectations of $0.7 - $1.0).

Shares of telecommunications services provider Telephone and Data Systems (NYSETDS) jumped 6.2% in the morning session after the company reported decent fourth-quarter results: sales and EPS beat analysts' expectations. 

Shares of building systems company Limbach (NASDAQLMB) jumped 12.9% in the afternoon session after the company delivered impressive fourth-quarter results, with EBITDA beating analysts' estimates despite a slight revenue shortfall. A key highlight was the ongoing shift toward Owner Direct Relationships (ODR), where revenue grew over 21%, accounting for nearly two-thirds of total sales. This shift helped offset an almost 25% decline in General Contractor Relationships (GCR), a segment the company had been deliberately phasing out. Looking ahead, the company issued full-year guidance for both revenue and EBITDA that exceeded expectations, reflecting confidence in improved growth. Overall, this was a strong quarter.

Shares of semiconductor testing company Teradyne (NASDAQTER) fell 20.2% in the morning session after the company lowered its guidance ahead of its Investor Day event (2025). Teradyne guided for sales to be flat to down 10% (vs previous revenue growth expectations of between 5% and 10%). Management cited uncertainty from tariffs and trade restrictions.

Shares of upscale restaurant company The One Group Hospitality (NASDAQSTKS) fell 10.1% in the afternoon session after the company reported mixed fourth quarter results: its EPS and full-year EBITDA guidance fell short. 

Shares of avocado company Mission Produce (NASDAQAVO) fell 15.9% in the morning session after the company reported underwhelming first-quarter (fiscal 2025) results, as high expectations heading into the quarter made it difficult for the numbers to impress Wall Street. The key highlight for the quarter was strong revenue growth of 29%, driven by higher avocado prices and increased volume in the Marketing & Distribution segment. However there were supply challenges in Mexico, which could be made worse given the trade war. Overall, the quarter was solid, but cautious macroeconomic factors remained a concern.

Shares of carbonate fuel cell technology developer FuelCell Energy (NASDAQFCEL) fell 12.2% in the pre-market session after the company reported weak first-quarter results: its revenue missed expectations, and EBITDA fell short of Wall Street's estimates. On a brighter note, FCEL recorded a sharp improvement in backlog, which surged 28% year on year, driven by the long-term service agreement with Gyeonggi Green Energy in Korea. This agreement is expected to drive future revenue. Despite this, sales growth was more modest during the quarter, up 14% compared to the prior year, led by growth in generation and advanced technologies. However, profitability remained a concern as operating losses narrowed but remained significant. 

Shares of online community and discussion platform Reddit (NYSERDDT) jumped 12.3% in the morning session after Loop Capital analysts provided bullish projections following the stock's recent declines. The analysts said Reddit had "the biggest upside potential relative to Street estimates in our coverage universe." As a result, the analysts reiterated a Buy rating and raised their price target from $180 to $210. The new price target implied more than a 78% upside from where shares traded before the revised rating.

Shares of work management software maker Asana (NYSEASAN) fell 30.3% in the pre-market session after the company reported weak fourth quarter results: Revenue was just in line and revenue guidance for both the upcoming quarter and full year missed. Also, Dustin Moskovitz, the CEO of Asana and one of the original co-founders of Facebook, announced his intention to retire. Overall, this was an underwhelming quarter, especially as the market continued to rotate out of premium-priced tech.

Shares of cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (NASDAQCOIN) jumped 7.8% in the morning session after stocks rebounded, following a broad-based sell-off the previous day. The Nasdaq was down 4%, while the S&P fell 2.7% as concerns over the ongoing trade war continued to spread. While those concerns haven't exactly disappeared, it's likely some investors looked to take positions in some of the beaten-down stocks, especially some of the high-quality names that got caught up in the sell-off. 

Shares of telecommunications giant Verizon (NYSEVZ) fell 8% in the afternoon session after the firm guided for weaker wireless subscriber growth in the first quarter (2025) due to "off-season promotions by competitors." Despite this, Verizon maintained its guidance for single-digit growth in annual phone upgrades, as it expected a rebound later in the year( 2025).

Shares of breakfast restaurant chain First Watch Restaurant Group (NASDAQFWRG) fell 4.7% in the afternoon session after the company delivered mixed fourth-quarter results: EPS fell short, and full-year EBITDA guidance came in slightly below Wall Street estimates. 

From commerce to culture, software is digitizing every aspect of our lives. The undeniable tailwinds fueling the industry have also led to strong returns for SaaS stocks lately as they’ve gained 7% over the past six months, outpacing the S&P 500’s 1% rise.

Investors can certainly boost their returns by concentrating on stocks trading between $1 and $10. However, a disciplined approach is necessary because many of these businesses are speculative and lack the underlying fundamentals to support their prices.

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.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. But they are at the whim of volatile macroeconomic factors that influence capital spending (like interest rates), and the market seems convinced that demand will slow. Due to this bearish outlook, the industry has tumbled by 1.8% over the past six months. This drawdown was discouraging since the S&P 500 returned 1.1%.

From commerce to culture, software is digitizing every aspect of our lives. The undeniable tailwinds fueling the industry have also led to strong returns for SaaS stocks lately as they’ve gained 7% over the past six months, outpacing the S&P 500’s 1.1% rise.

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.

Mid-cap stocks have the best odds of scaling into $100 billion corporations thanks to their tested business models and large addressable markets. But the many opportunities in front of them attract significant competition, spanning from industry behemoths with seemingly infinite resources to small, nimble players with chips on their shoulders.

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 6.8%. This performance was disappointing since the S&P 500 climbed 1%.

Quality compounders are well-oiled machines. Their competitive advantages allow them to make profits consistently and reinvest them into projects that generate even more profits, creating a virtuous cycle of returns.

Stocks that outperform the market usually share key traits such as rising sales, expanding margins, and increasing returns on capital. The select few that can do all three for many years are often the ones that make you life-changing money.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. Unfortunately, this role also comes with a demand profile tethered to the ebbs and flows of the broader economy, and investors seem to be forecasting a downturn - over the past six months, the industry has pulled back by 1.8%. This drop was disappointing since the S&P 500 climbed 1.1%.

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 market seems to be baking in a prolonged downturn as the industry has shed 1.8% over the past six months. This performance was discouraging since the S&P 500 returned 1.1%.

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.

Waste and recycling services provider Quest Resource (NASDAQQRHC) will be reporting earnings tomorrow after market hours. Here’s what to expect.

Healthcare technology company Phreesia (NYSEPHR) will be reporting results tomorrow after the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Customer experience software provider Sprinklr (NYSECXM) will be reporting earnings tomorrow before market open. Here’s what to look for.

Young adult apparel retailer American Eagle Outfitters (NYSEAEO) will be reporting earnings tomorrow after market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Cyber security company SentinelOne (NYSES) will be reporting earnings tomorrow after market hours. Here’s what you need to know.

Automation software company UiPath (NYSEPATH) will be reporting results tomorrow afternoon. Here’s what investors should know.

Young adult apparel retailer Tilly’s (NYSETLYS) will be reporting earnings tomorrow after market close. Here’s what to expect.

Skincare company BeautyHealth (NASDAQSKIN) will be announcing earnings results tomorrow afternoon. Here’s what you need to know.

Fresh produce company Calavo Growers (NASDAQCVGW) will be reporting earnings tomorrow after the bell. Here’s what investors should know.

Facility services provider ABM Industries (NYSEABM) will be reporting results tomorrow before market open. Here’s what investors should know.

Semiconductor manufacturer Magnachip Semiconductor (NYSEMX) will be reporting results tomorrow morning. Here’s what to look for.

Fast-food chain Arcos Dorados (NYSEARCO) will be reporting results tomorrow morning. Here’s what to expect.

Carbonate fuel cell technology developer FuelCell Energy (NASDAQFCEL) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2024, but sales rose 13.8% year on year to $19 million. Its GAAP loss of $1.42 per share was 7.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Department store chain Kohl’s (NYSEKSS) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2024, but sales fell by 9.4% year on year to $5.40 billion. Its GAAP profit of $0.43 per share was 43.9% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Breakfast restaurant chain First Watch Restaurant Group (NASDAQFWRG) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2024, with sales up 7.6% year on year to $263.3 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.01 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Sporting goods retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods (NYSEDKS) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2024, but sales were flat year on year at $3.89 billion. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $13.75 billion at the midpoint came in 1% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $3.62 per share was 2.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Organizational consulting firm Korn Ferry (NYSEKFY) reported Q4 CY2024 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, but sales were flat year on year at $676.5 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $690 million was less impressive, coming in 1.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.19 per share was 5.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Over the past six months, Generac’s stock price fell to $131.15. Shareholders have lost 8.4% of their capital, which is disappointing considering the S&P 500 has climbed by 1.5%. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

Over the past six months, Dynatrace’s stock price fell to $48.12. Shareholders have lost 5.1% of their capital, which is disappointing considering the S&P 500 has climbed by 1.5%. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how ResMed (NYSERMD) and the rest of the patient monitoring stocks fared in Q4.

Over the past six months, Owens Corning’s shares (currently trading at $139.79) have posted a disappointing 12.6% loss, well below the S&P 500’s 1.5% gain. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

John Bean has been on fire lately. In the past six months alone, the company’s stock price has rocketed 46.5%, reaching $125.32 per share. This was partly thanks to its solid quarterly results, and the performance may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Over the last six months, Resideo’s shares have sunk to $17.21, producing a disappointing 5.2% loss - a stark contrast to the S&P 500’s 1.6% gain. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

Since September 2024, AECOM has been in a holding pattern, posting a small return of 0.8% while floating around $96.60.

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 CSW (NASDAQCSWI) and the best and worst performers in the hvac and water systems industry.

Wrapping up Q4 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the analog semiconductors stocks, including Himax (NASDAQHIMX) and its peers.

Meritage Homes’s stock price has taken a beating over the past six months, shedding 22.2% of its value and falling to $74.61 per share. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Wrapping up Q4 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the agricultural machinery stocks, including AGCO (NYSEAGCO) and its peers.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals trades at $500.94 and has moved in lockstep with the market. Its shares have returned 5.5% over the last six months while the S&P 500 has gained 1.6%.

Looking back on defense contractors stocks’ Q4 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including Huntington Ingalls (NYSEHII) and its peers.

Looking back on medical devices & supplies - specialty stocks’ Q4 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including Globus Medical (NYSEGMED) and its peers.

Graham Corporation’s 8.9% return over the past six months has outpaced the S&P 500 by 7.4%, and its stock price has climbed to $31.57 per share. This run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.

Wrapping up Q4 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the online marketplace stocks, including The RealReal (NASDAQREAL) and its peers.

Over the past six months, Baxter’s stock price fell to $36.42. Shareholders have lost 7.3% of their capital, which is disappointing considering the S&P 500 has climbed by 1.5%. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

As the Q4 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the professional tools and equipment industry, including Fortive (NYSEFTV) and its peers.