Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks. Considering these trends, value investing is clearly one of the most preferred ways to find strong stocks in any type of market. Value investors use tried-and-true metrics and fundamental analysis to find companies that they believe are undervalued ...

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I recommended a hold rating for Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO ) when I wrote about it last month as I remained concerned about the relatively high valuation multiple vs. S&P Global Inc. ( SPGI ). However, I didI consider an investment ideal if it performs its core business in a sector projected to experience structural (organic) growth in excess of GDP growth over the next 5-10 years; profits from sustainable competitive advantages that translate into attractive unit economics; In the hands of competent, e ...

Gap, Inc. (GAP) has shown impressive growth recently, with its stock appreciating 9.4% in the past month. This performance outpaces the industry's growth of 2.8% and the S&P 500's 2.4% growth. Several factors, including lower commodity costs and improved promotional activity, have driven this stock's outperformance. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research GAP's current stock price of $22.50 reflects a 26.4% discount to its 52-week high of $30.59. The technical indicators show that the stock is trading above ...

RESTON, Va., Oct. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NextNav Inc. (Nasdaq: NN), a leader in nextgeneration positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) and 3D geolocation, announced today that its plan for a terrestrial PNT backup and complement to GPS in the Lower 900 MHz would prevent hundreds of millions of dollars in losses in the event of a global GPS outage. The Brattle Group's economic analysis finds that a 1-day global GPS outage could cost the American economy $1.6 billion, and NextNav's proposal could prev ...

Core Insights - Gap Inc. stock is currently priced around $21 per share after a 6% rise year-to-date, while its peer Guess stock has declined by 4% over the same period [2] - The company has seen a significant decline in sales, with revenues dropping from $16.7 billion in 2021 to $14.9 billion in 2023, an 11% decrease [2] - Positive signs of a turnaround are emerging, with comparable sales returning to growth across brands in FY 2024 [2] Financial Performance - Gap's revenue grew 4% year-over-year to $7.1 billion in the first half of FY 2024, with gross profits increasing to 97 cents per share compared to 27 cents per share in the same period last year [4] - The company reported a 59% year-over-year increase in cash and cash equivalents to $2.1 billion, and free cash flow improved to $397 million from $324 million [5] - Gross margin expanded by 360 basis points to 40.9% in the first six months of FY 2024, attributed to reduced promotional activity and improved inventory management [5] Market Outlook - Gap forecasts revenues of $15 billion for FY 2024, with expected earnings per share of $1.88, leading to a revised valuation of $22 per share, approximately 7% higher than the current market price [6] - The company anticipates slight sales growth from $14.9 billion in FY 2023, with low to mid-teens operating income growth and a gross margin expansion to around 40.8% [7] - Old Navy and Gap brands are expected to perform well, while Athleta may struggle due to elevated discounting and Banana Republic's recovery will take longer [7]

- GPS Currently Investigated in Phase 3 REGAL Trial in Adult AML Patients – Interim Analysis Anticipated in Q4 2024 - - RPDD Provides Eligibility for GPS to Receive a Priority Review Voucher (PRV) Upon Marketing Approval that can be Transferred/Sold to Other Parties – - Recent Valuations for PRVs Remain Attractive (~$100 million/each) – NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SELLAS Life Sciences Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SLS) (“SELLAS” or the “Company”), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focus ...

WARREN, N.J., Oct. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tevogen Bio (“Tevogen” or “Tevogen Bio Holdings Inc.”) (Nasdaq: TVGN), a clinical-stage specialty immunotherapy biotech developing off-the-shelf, genetically unmodified T cell therapeutics to treat infectious disease and cancers, plans to update shareholders on multi-billion dollar asset valuation following this week’s $1b+ revenue potential announcement. “Our shareholders have placed their trust in us, and that is a privilege we take with the utmost seriousne ...

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Industry Insights - Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) are increasingly shaping the traditional finance industry by providing safer access to cryptocurrencies and addressing longstanding issues such as master custodian concerns [1][2] - There is a growing institutional demand for Bitcoin ETFs, driven by mature investors seeking portfolio diversification and long-term investments, which could enhance market stability [2] - The industry faces regulatory challenges that need to be addressed to create a safer environment for wider institutional adoption of digital assets [2][5] Company Developments - Tiger Brokers offers 24-hour Bitcoin ETF trading globally and has upgraded its Type 1 licence to include virtual asset dealing services, becoming one of the first fintech brokerage firms in Hong Kong to do so [3] - The company launched virtual asset trading services for professional investors in Hong Kong in May, expanding to retail investors in June after receiving approval from the SFC [3] - Tiger Brokers' institutional wealth platform, TradingFront, provides various order types for Bitcoin ETF investing, including time-weighted average price (TWAP) and volume-weighted average price (VWAP) orders, which are beneficial for executing large trades [4] Future Outlook - The industry must focus on strengthening regulatory frameworks, enhancing investor protections, and fostering collaboration among market participants to increase accessibility and legitimacy of Bitcoin ETFs [5] - There is potential for Bitcoin ETFs to be introduced on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, which could significantly impact Southeast Asia's traditional finance landscape [5]