Sezzle Inc. (SEZL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.69 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.58 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.36 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +18.97%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.32 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1, delivering a surprise of +212.5%.Over the last four quarters, the company has s ...

Stem, Inc. (STEM) came out with a quarterly loss of $3.73 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $3. This compares to a loss of $4.4 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -24.33%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post a loss of $4 per share when it actually produced a loss of $3, delivering a surprise of +25%.Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EP ...

Citizens (CIA) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.13 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.04 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.08 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +225.00%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this insurance company would post earnings of $0.05 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.02, delivering a surprise of -60%.Over the last four quarters, the compan ...

Core Insights - Flutter Entertainment reported $4.19 billion in revenue for the quarter ended June 2025, marking a year-over-year increase of 16% and an EPS of $2.95 compared to $2.61 a year ago [1] - The reported revenue was slightly below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.22 billion, resulting in a surprise of -0.78%, while the EPS exceeded expectations with a surprise of +15.69% against a consensus estimate of $2.55 [1] Financial Performance - The company’s shares have returned +7.2% over the past month, outperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.2% change, and currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) [3] - Geographic revenue breakdown includes: - International: $2.4 billion, slightly below the five-analyst average estimate of $2.43 billion - U.S.: $1.79 billion, slightly above the $1.78 billion average estimate [4] - iGaming (U.S.): $507 million, exceeding the three-analyst average estimate of $486.35 million - Other (U.S.): $65 million, slightly above the $64.97 million estimate [4] - Sportsbook (U.S.): $1.22 billion, slightly below the three-analyst average estimate of $1.24 billion - International Sportsbook: $1.04 billion, below the two-analyst average estimate of $1.11 billion [4] - UK and Ireland: $936 million, below the $976.07 million average estimate [4] - Asia Pacific: $402 million, above the two-analyst average estimate of $350.95 million [4] - Central and Eastern Europe: $138 million, below the $146.94 million estimate [4] - Brazil: $44 million, above the $37.57 million estimate [4] - Other International: $87 million, below the $96.29 million average estimate [4] - Other regions: $219 million, in line with the two-analyst average estimate [4]

Core Insights - NWPX Infrastructure reported revenue of $133.18 million for Q2 2025, a year-over-year increase of 2.8% and exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $120.39 million by 10.63% [1] - The company achieved an EPS of $0.91, up from $0.86 a year ago, representing a surprise of 26.39% compared to the consensus estimate of $0.72 [1] Financial Performance Metrics - Net Sales for Precast Infrastructure and Engineered Systems reached $48.59 million, surpassing the average estimate of $41.96 million, with a year-over-year increase of 21.5% [4] - Net Sales for Water Transmission Systems were reported at $84.59 million, exceeding the average estimate of $78.43 million, but reflecting a year-over-year decline of 5.5% [4] - Gross profit for Precast Infrastructure and Engineered Systems was $10.31 million, above the average estimate of $9.92 million [4] - Gross profit for Water Transmission Systems was $15.06 million, compared to the average estimate of $12.82 million [4] Stock Performance - NWPX Infrastructure shares have returned -0.5% over the past month, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite has increased by 1.2% [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating potential performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]

Core Viewpoint - Atlanticus Holdings Corporation (ATLC) reported quarterly earnings of $1.51 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.3 per share, and showing a year-over-year increase from $0.99 per share [1] Financial Performance - The company achieved revenues of $393.82 million for the quarter ended June 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 12.66%, compared to $315.64 million in the same quarter last year [2] - Over the last four quarters, Atlanticus has consistently surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times and topped revenue estimates three times [2] Stock Performance and Outlook - Atlanticus shares have declined approximately 10.6% since the beginning of the year, contrasting with the S&P 500's gain of 7.9% [3] - The company's earnings outlook will be crucial for future stock movements, with current consensus EPS estimates at $1.52 for the coming quarter and $6.06 for the current fiscal year [4][7] Industry Context - The Financial - Miscellaneous Services industry, to which Atlanticus belongs, is currently ranked in the top 32% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable industry outlook [8]

Core Insights - RLJ Lodging reported revenue of $363.1 million for the quarter ended June 2025, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 1.7% and a surprise of -0.64% compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $365.45 million [1] - The company achieved an EPS of $0.48, which is an increase from $0.20 a year ago, resulting in an EPS surprise of +4.35% against the consensus estimate of $0.46 [1] - Over the past month, RLJ Lodging shares returned -3.8%, underperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.2% change, and currently holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell) [3] Revenue Breakdown - Other revenue was reported at $25.07 million, slightly below the estimated $25.14 million, showing a year-over-year increase of +1.1% [4] - Food and beverage revenue reached $41.93 million, exceeding the average estimate of $40.88 million, with a year-over-year change of +2.7% [4] - Room revenue was $296.1 million, slightly below the average estimate of $297.35 million, representing a year-over-year decline of -2.5% [4] - Net Earnings Per Share (Diluted) was reported at $0.15, surpassing the average estimate of $0.12 [4]

Core Insights - Evolent Health reported a revenue of $444.33 million for the quarter ended June 2025, marking a year-over-year decline of 31.3% and an EPS of -$0.10 compared to $0.30 a year ago, indicating significant financial challenges [1] - The revenue fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $457.4 million by 2.86%, and the EPS was below the consensus estimate of $0.09 by 211.11% [1] Financial Performance - Evolent Health's stock has returned -16.7% over the past month, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.2% change, suggesting underperformance relative to the broader market [3] - The company currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating it may perform in line with the market in the near term [3] Key Metrics Analysis - Average PMPM Fees / Revenue per Case for Performance Suite was $13.76, below the estimated $14.21 [4] - Average PMPM Fees / Revenue per Case for Specialty Technology and Services Suite was $0.35, slightly below the estimated $0.36 [4] - Average PMPM Fees / Revenue per Case for Administrative Services was $15.13, compared to the estimated $15.82 [4] - Average Lives on Platform / Cases for Cases was 13 thousand, below the estimated 14.39 thousand [4] - Average Lives on Platform / Cases for Performance Suite was 6.49 million, slightly above the estimated 6.48 million [4] - Average Lives on Platform / Cases for Specialty Technology and Services Suite was 77.02 million, below the estimated 77.71 million [4] - Average Lives on Platform / Cases for Administrative Services was 1.23 million, slightly above the estimated 1.22 million [4] - Average PMPM Fees / Revenue per Case for Cases was $2,969.00, below the estimated $3,008.56 [4]

Acquisition Update - O2Gold Inc. is progressing with the acquisition of a gold mining exploration property in Quebec through the purchase of Quebec Aur Ltd. [1][3] - The acquisition is part of a share exchange agreement dated April 15, 2024, and amended on November 14, 2024 [1][3]. Financing Details - The company has increased the hard dollar portion of its non-brokered private placement financing from 14 million units to 18 million units [2]. - Each unit consists of one common share and one common share purchase warrant, with an aggregate gross proceeds of $1.7 million expected from the offering [2]. - The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes and to fund phase one exploration expenses on a 9,000 hectare claim package related to the acquisition [2]. Timeline and Conditions - The acquisition and offering are expected to close in late 2025, pending the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions [3]. - Further details regarding the acquisition can be found in previous press releases and the management information circular sent to shareholders [3].

Core Insights - Ahold and Kaiser Aluminum are identified as high-growth stocks with strong value, trading under 16X forward earnings and 0.3X forward sales [1][2] Ahold's Growth Strategy - Ahold is expanding rapidly under its "Growing Together" strategy, aiming to deliver affordable food and non-food products across the U.S. and Europe by 2028 [4] - The company operates supermarkets, convenience stores, and gas stations, focusing on own-brand development and healthy food options [5] - Ahold's financial targets include achieving 80% omnichannel loyalty sales penetration, 30 million monthly active users, a 4% net sales CAGR, and high-single-digit EPS growth [6] Ahold's Financial Projections - Ahold's total sales are expected to increase by 13% in fiscal 2025 and by another 2% in FY26, reaching $111.54 billion [9] - Annual earnings are projected to grow by 11% in FY25 and by 9% in FY26, reaching $3.33 per share [10] Kaiser Aluminum's Market Focus - Kaiser Aluminum is focusing on high-growth markets such as aerospace, automotive, general engineering, and packaging [7] - The company has made significant upgrades to facilities to enhance capacity for aerospace and general engineering products [7] Kaiser Aluminum's Business Model - Kaiser’s business model emphasizes converting aluminum rather than speculating on raw material prices, focusing on value-added services [8] Kaiser Aluminum's Financial Projections - Kaiser's top line is expected to grow by 15% this year and by 19% in FY26, reaching $4.12 billion [12] - EPS is projected to increase by 85% in FY25 to $4.64 and by another 35% in FY26 to $6.28 [12] Dividends - Both Ahold and Kaiser offer generous annual dividend yields of 3.01% and 4.21%, respectively [14] Investment Outlook - Ahold and Kaiser are currently benefiting from positive earnings estimate revisions for fiscal 2025 and FY26, with Ahold holding a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) and Kaiser a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) [17]