Expeditors International (EXPD) reported $2.86 billion in revenue for the quarter ended December 2025, representing a year-over-year decline of 3.3%. EPS of $1.49 for the same period compares to $1.68 a year ago.The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.8 billion, representing a surprise of +2.12%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +2.06%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $1.46.While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earni ...

NRG Energy (NRG) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.03 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.01 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.52 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +1.98%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this power company would post earnings of $2.26 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.75, delivering a surprise of +21.68%.Over the last four quarters, the company ...

Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.08 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.05 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.17 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +60.00%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.04 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.02, delivering a surprise of -50%.Over the last four quarters, the company h ...

Xometry (XMTR) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.16 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.12 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.06 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +33.33%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this marketplace for on-demand manufacturing would post earnings of $0.11 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.11, delivering no surprise.Over the last four quarte ...

NexPoint Residential Trust Inc. (NXRT) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.75 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.72 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.78 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an FFO surprise of +4.17%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this real estate investment trust would post FFO of $0.79 per share when it actually produced FFO of $0.8, delivering a surprise of +1.27%.Over t ...

Key Takeaways HRL to report Q1 results on Feb. 26, with revenues seen near $3 billion, up 0.4% Y/Y.HRL projects Q1 adjusted EPS of 34 cents, as beef costs and turkey constraints pressure margins.HRL benefits from its Transform and Modernize initiative, driving efficiencies and cost savings.Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is set to release first-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on Feb. 26, before market open. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings has remained unchanged in the past 30 days at 33 cents per shar ...

Key Takeaways Ford targets an 8% adjusted EBIT margin by 2029 after posting 3.6% in 2025.F expects flat Q1 2026 EBIT, with H1 pressured by aluminum and commodity costs.Ford plans stronger H2 2026 as volumes stabilize and Ford Blue investments rise.Ford Motor Company (F) exited last year as a structurally stronger company, establishing a solid foundation to achieve its long-term target of an 8% adjusted EBIT margin by 2029, per the company’s fourth-quarter 2025 earnings transcript. In 2025, the company repor ...

Key Takeaways CEG reported Q4 EPS of $2.30, beating estimates, as revenues rose 12.8% year over year.CEG completed Calpine acquisition, forming the nation's largest electricity producer.CEG secured 20-year NRC renewals for Clinton and Dresden clean energy centers.Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG) reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings of $2.30 per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.13 by 4.54%. However, the bottom line decreased 5.7% from the year-ago quarter’s figure of $2.44.CEG ...

Core Insights - Broadcom (AVGO) is launching BroadPeak, a radio digital front-end (DFE) SoC device, enhancing its Semiconductor Solutions segment and targeting next-generation 5G Advanced and 6G wireless infrastructure [1][9] - BroadPeak is the first solution to meet the technical requirements for the upcoming 5G Advanced standard and the 6G standard, featuring a power reduction of up to 40% compared to existing solutions [1][9] Semiconductor Solutions Expansion - The introduction of BroadPeak, along with the BCM4918 accelerated processing unit (APU) and two new dual-band Wi-Fi 8 devices, strengthens Broadcom's Wireless Device Connectivity solutions business [2] - The semiconductor segment is benefiting from strong demand for XPUs, which are essential for training Generative AI models [2] Revenue Expectations - Broadcom anticipates first-quarter fiscal 2026 AI revenues to double year-over-year to $8.2 billion, with semiconductor revenues expected to reach $12.3 billion, indicating a 50% year-over-year growth [3] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for semiconductor revenues is currently at $12.09 billion, reflecting a 47.3% year-over-year growth [3] Competitive Landscape - Broadcom faces significant competition in the semiconductor market from NVIDIA and Skyworks [4] - NVIDIA is experiencing strong growth in AI and high-performance computing, with data center revenues increasing by 66% year-over-year [5] - Skyworks is targeting high-growth areas such as connected vehicles and data center networking, with improving demand signals across its customer base [6] Stock Performance and Valuation - Broadcom's shares have appreciated by 63.1% over the past year, outperforming the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector, which returned 26.8% [7][8] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2026 earnings is $10.25 per share, suggesting a growth of 50.3% from fiscal 2025 [12] - Broadcom's stock is trading at a forward price/earnings ratio of 28.77X, higher than the sector average of 25.5X, indicating a stretched valuation [14]

Core Insights - Ford Motor Company is establishing its Energy business as a strategic growth pillar, aiming to diversify revenue streams and reduce reliance on traditional automotive cycles [1][10] Group 1: Ford Energy Business Development - Ford Energy is leveraging the company's manufacturing strength in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to create scalable energy storage solutions, responding to surging demand from data centers and grid stability needs [2][10] - The energy storage sector offers a faster path to scale compared to the automotive industry, with Ford planning to secure contracts for a 20 gigawatt-hour capacity starting in 2027 [3][10] - Ford's collaboration with CATL provides a technological edge, allowing the company to avoid high tariffs on imported LFP batteries and position itself ahead of competitors [4] Group 2: Strategic Positioning and Market Response - Ford aims to be an end-to-end solutions provider in the energy sector, focusing on long-term servicing and support to foster deeper customer relationships and recurring revenue [5] - The strategic move aligns with Ford's strengths in industrial-scale production and has garnered positive responses from utilities and large energy buyers, viewing Ford as a reliable partner [6] Group 3: Market Trends and Competitor Analysis - The energy storage market is experiencing explosive growth, with Tesla's Energy Generation and Storage business showing a CAGR of 168% over the past three years, driven by products like Megapack and Powerwall [8] - General Motors has also entered the energy sector with its GM Energy unit, focusing on energy management solutions and partnerships to enhance its battery capabilities beyond electric vehicles [9] Group 4: Financial Performance and Valuation - Ford's stock has underperformed compared to the Zacks Automotive-Domestic industry, with a 15.4% gain over the last six months versus the industry's 27.9% [11] - The company appears undervalued with a forward price/sales ratio of 0.31, significantly lower than the industry's 3.43 [13]