Wondering how the US markets performed one hour before the close of the markets on Wednesday? Discover the movers and shakers of today's session in our comprehensive analysis.
Shares of video software platform Vimeo (NASDAQ:VMEO) jumped 60.5% in the morning session after the company announced it entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by technology company Bending Spoons in an all-cash deal.
Wondering how the US markets performed in the middle of the day on Wednesday? Discover the movers and shakers of today's session in our comprehensive analysis.
Small-cap stocks can be incredibly lucrative investments because their lack of analyst coverage leads to frequent mispricings.
However, these businesses (and their stock prices) often stay small because their subscale operations make it harder to expand their competitive moats.
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.
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on.
However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.
Stocks trading in the $1-10 range are generally smaller players with less risk than their penny stock counterparts.
But that doesn’t mean the underlying businesses are cheap, and we advise caution as many have questionable fundamentals.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.
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 number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after markets continued to rally as investor optimism grew for a potential Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. This optimism was largely fueled by a recent consumer price index report that showed inflation easing, along with public comments from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocating for a significant 50-basis-point rate cut. The prospect of lower borrowing costs tends to boost rate-sensitive sectors like Business Services, as it can encourage companies to increase spending on consulting, IT projects, and staffing.
Video software platform Vimeo (NASDAQ:VMEO) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $104.7 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.04 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of video software platform Vimeo (NASDAQ:VMEO) jumped 8% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong second-quarter earnings that far surpassed analyst expectations. The video platform posted a profit of $0.04 per share, which was a significant beat compared to the loss Wall Street had anticipated. While total revenue was nearly flat year-over-year, investors latched onto key growth metrics. The company announced a 6% rise in total bookings, its highest in three years, driven by a 25% jump in revenue from its enterprise segment. This robust performance from corporate clients offset a decline in self-serve subscribers. Based on these results, Vimeo raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance to $35 million.
Video software platform Vimeo (NASDAQ:VMEO) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $104.7 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.04 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
After the conclusion of the US market's regular session on Monday, let's examine the after-hours session and unveil the notable performers among the top gainers and losers.
