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AT&T: Is This Telecom Giant a Buy or a Bye for Your Portfolio?
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 16:11
AT&T TodayTAT&T$27.72 +0.36 (+1.30%) 52-Week Range$17.42▼$29.03Dividend Yield4.01%P/E Ratio18.60Price Target$28.71Add to WatchlistInvestor focus on AT&T NYSE: T is starting to sharpen, with the company’s stock price making a healthy upward move of nearly 50% over the past year as of early June 2025. This renewed market interest comes as the telecommunications heavyweight nears a critical crossroads in its strategic plans. AT&T is actively channeling funds into future-focused growth areas while also managin ...
Best Dollar Store Stock to Buy: Dollar Tree or Dollar General?
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 14:44
The dollar stores, such as Dollar General NYSE: DG and Dollar Tree NASDAQ: DLTR, have stock prices trading at discount levels in 2025. The discounts were deserved, driven by sluggish retail business and much-needed rationalizations that are now underway. The takeaway for investors in June is that both turnaround stories are gaining traction, but only one is a buy today. The difference is in the guidance issued for the year. Both will struggle with headwinds, including tariffs and a consumer pullback, but Do ...
A New All-Time High Is Coming Soon for Credo Technology Group
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 14:28
Credo Technology Group TodayCRDOCredo Technology Group$76.10 -0.36 (-0.47%) 52-Week Range$22.50▼$86.69Price Target$78.60Add to WatchlistCredo Technology Group’s NASDAQ: CRDO stock price surged 25% following its FQ4 earnings release and guidance update, and it will likely set a new all-time high soon. The results were strong and affirmed the company’s growing importance in the data center, high-performance computing, and AI industries. Once dependent on Amazon NASDAQ: AMZN and Amazon Web Services for its bu ...
Red Robin's Comeback: Q1 Earnings Spark Investor Hopes
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 13:08
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers TodayRRGBRed Robin Gourmet Burgers$6.50 +0.48 (+7.97%) 52-Week Range$2.50▼$9.20Price Target$13.38Add to WatchlistRed Robin Gourmet Burgers NASDAQ: RRGB first-quarter 2025 earnings news in late May caused an all-day rush for the stock, sending shares of the casual dining chain up close to 100% in a single day. This quick jump grabbed the attention of investors. Many had been watching Red Robin work through its ongoing turnaround plan. This investor enthusiasm raises a key question: ...
Boeing: Analyst Upgrades & Order Boom Signal Clearer Skies
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 12:41
Boeing Today Further boosting this positive trend, Bank of America NYSE: BAC recently upgraded the stock to a Buy, setting a price target of $260. Following a period marked by intense scrutiny and operational challenges, there are now emerging signs that the aerospace sector leader is heading towards a more positive outlook and clearer skies. BA Boeing $212.09 -1.34 (-0.63%) 52-Week Range $128.88 ▼ $215.80 Price Target $207.85 Add to Watchlist The Boeing Company's NYSE: BA stock has recently gained a lot of ...
Hims & Hers Stock: Buy the Dip or Wait It Out?
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 12:29
One of the most exciting growth stories in the market is that of Hims & Hers Health Inc. NYSE: HIMS. This company has combined the growth and efficiency aspects of the technology sector with the safety and stability of the medical sector. With this mixture in the business model, investors have the best of both worlds, allowing them to move forward with further upside potential. Hims & Hers Health Today HIMS Hims & Hers Health $53.78 -0.95 (-1.74%) $72.98 P/E Ratio 122.23 Price Target $38.00 Add to Watchlist ...
Alphabet Stock Analysis: What's Next—Bull or Bear Market?
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 11:33
Core Viewpoint - Alphabet is at a critical juncture, with its stock rebounding from a 52-week low, indicating a potential entry into a new bull market despite mixed investor sentiment [1][2]. Bull Case for Alphabet - Alphabet is maintaining its dominance in the tech sector, showcasing AI innovations at the Google I/O 2025 conference, particularly through its Gemini AI models, which positions the company for future growth [3]. - Analysts, including JPMorgan, have reiterated an Overweight rating on Alphabet, with a price target of $195, highlighting the company's advancements in AI and monetization potential [3]. - The stock is forecasted to have an 18.86% upside, with a 12-month price target of $199.75 [4]. - Google Search retains approximately 88% market share in the U.S., and despite emerging AI alternatives, its scale and integration keep it central to internet usage [5]. - The integration of AI into core products is yielding results, with "AI Overviews" reaching over 1.5 billion users across 140 countries, monetized similarly to traditional search results [6]. - Alphabet's diversified revenue streams are growing, with YouTube generating $10.47 billion in ad revenue last quarter, and Google Cloud gaining traction with AI-powered solutions [7]. - The current valuation appears attractive, trading at 16.3x forward earnings and 18.5x trailing earnings, suggesting a potential buying opportunity for long-term investors [8]. Bear Case for Alphabet - The primary concern is the potential erosion of Google's search dominance, particularly with competition from AI-powered alternatives and the possibility of Apple switching its default search engine [9][10]. - Ongoing antitrust litigation in the U.S. and EU poses regulatory risks, targeting Google's dominance in ad tech and search, while privacy laws limit data collection capabilities [13]. - Despite various initiatives, Alphabet's innovation has not yet significantly accelerated earnings growth, raising concerns about a potential value trap if AI initiatives do not compensate for declining search dominance [14].
3 Utilities Stocks With Big Earnings, Balanced Risk
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 11:10
Core Insights - The utilities sector has shown resilience amid market volatility in 2025, emerging as a stable source of dividend income and defensive investment [1][3] - The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) has returned 8% year-to-date, outperforming the S&P 500, which is up under 2% [2] Company Highlights - Artesian Resources Corp. has seen a year-to-date share price increase of about 10%, with a dividend yield of 3.65% and an annual dividend of $1.23 [4][5] - The company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of 53 cents, exceeding analyst predictions by 18 cents, and quarterly revenue also surpassed expectations [5] - Artesian's revenue growth is attributed to an increase in customer count and a new distribution system improvement charge, with non-utility revenue growing by 8% year-over-year [6] - An anticipated rate increase later this year is expected to support continued revenue growth and maintain the company's attractive dividend yield [7] Additional Company Insights - Clearway Energy Inc. has a dividend yield of 5.85% and an annual dividend of $1.75, with a focus on renewable energy and battery storage operations [8][9] - Clearway reported an EPS beat, coming in at 3 cents per share, with adjusted EBITDA for its renewables and storage segment climbing by about 30% year-over-year [9] - NiSource Inc. has seen its shares rise over 8% year-to-date, with an EPS growth target of 6-8% and plans to invest $19 billion in renewable energy projects [12][13]
NVIDIA Regains Top Spot; FOMO Is Why It Will Continue to Rise
MarketBeat· 2025-06-05 11:02
Core Viewpoint - NVIDIA's stock has risen over 60% since its April low, with potential for further growth driven by various market factors [1][3][11] Market Dynamics - The rebound in NVIDIA's stock is helping it regain market cap and size, contributing to investor FOMO (fear of missing out) [2][4] - Analysts have been raising price targets since the FQ1 earnings report, with estimates ranging from $171 to $220, indicating a potential upside of nearly 60% [3][11] Business Advancements - NVIDIA is planning to build a new supercomputer for the Department of Energy, expected to significantly reduce research time [7] - CoreWeave has launched a powerful NVIDIA GPU cluster, and NVIDIA is seen as a primary beneficiary of the $500 billion Stargate project, with potential benefits exceeding $25 billion [8] Upcoming Catalysts - Anticipated launches include NVLink Fusion silicon for AI infrastructure and a deal with Saudi Arabia's HUMAIN, which could inject billions into NVIDIA's results annually [9][10] - The HUMAIN deal involves several hundred thousand NVIDIA GPUs, enhancing their market position [10] Stock Price Forecast - Current stock price is $141.92, with a 12-month forecast average of $171.66, indicating a 20.95% upside [11] - A move above the all-time high could intensify FOMO and lead to increased investment [11][12] Technical Analysis - Technical indicators are favorable, with bullish signals suggesting a potential retest of critical resistance levels by early summer [13]
Intuit's AI Boom: Stock Soaring, But Should Investors Hit Pause?
MarketBeat· 2025-06-04 21:41
Core Insights - Intuit has experienced a significant stock price increase of over 25% in the past three months, driven by strong financial performance and advancements in its AI strategy [1][2] Financial Performance - In the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, Intuit reported total sales growth of 15% year-over-year, reaching $7.8 billion [12] - Non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) were reported at $11.65, exceeding analyst expectations [12] - The Consumer Group (TurboTax) revenue increased by 11%, while the Global Business Solutions Group (QuickBooks, Mailchimp) saw a 19% revenue rise, and Credit Karma experienced a 31% revenue increase [12] - The company has raised its financial outlook for the full fiscal year 2025, projecting total revenue growth of approximately 15% and non-GAAP diluted EPS growth of 18% to 19% [6] AI Strategy - Intuit is focusing on its proprietary Generative AI Operating System, GenOS, to enhance customer experiences through "done-for-you" services [3] - AI initiatives are integrated into key products like TurboTax and QuickBooks, with TurboTax expected to see a 47% revenue growth for its TurboTax Live service in fiscal year 2025 [4][5] - The CEO emphasized that AI is positioning Intuit as a "one-stop shop of AI-agents and AI-enabled human experts" [4] Shareholder Returns - Intuit has increased its quarterly dividend by 16% to $1.04 per share, reflecting strong financial health and positive guidance [7] Valuation and Market Sentiment - Intuit's stock currently has a trailing P/E ratio of 74.24, indicating high market expectations for future growth [13] - Recent insider stock sales by top executives have raised concerns among market watchers, as multiple key insiders sold substantial amounts of stock [13]