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Celestica Outperforms Industry Year to Date: Reason to Buy the Stock?
ZACKS· 2025-08-19 17:41
Key Takeaways Celestica has surged 103.4% YTD, outpacing its industry, sector peers, and the S&P 500.Celestica is expanding in AI infrastructure portfolio with new next-generation storage solutions.Earnings estimates for 2025 and 2026 have been moving northward over the past 60 days.Celestica, Inc. (CLS) has surged 103.4% in the year-to-date period compared with the  Electronics - Manufacturing Services industry’s growth of 57.5%. The stock has outperformed the Zacks Computer & Technology sector and the S&P ...
CLASS ACTION NOTICE: Berger Montague Advises CTO Realty Growth, Inc. (NYSE: CTO) Investors to Inquire About a Securities Fraud Class Action
Prnewswire· 2025-08-19 17:40
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- National plaintiffs' law firm Berger Montague PC announces a class action lawsuit against CTO Realty Growth, Inc. (NYSE: CTO) ("CTO" or the "Company") on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired publicly traded securities of CTO between February 18, 2021 through June 24, 2025 (the "Class Period").Investor Deadline: Investors who purchased or acquired CTO securities during the Class Period may, no later than October 7, 2025, seek to be appointed as a ...
Riskified Analysts Slash Their Forecasts Following Q2 Results
Benzinga· 2025-08-19 17:38
Core Insights - Riskified Ltd. reported strong second-quarter sales, with earnings of 2 cents per share meeting analyst expectations and sales of $81.060 million exceeding the consensus estimate of $80.374 million [1] - The company raised its FY2025 sales guidance from a range of $333 million to $346 million to a new range of $336 million to $346 million [1] Company Performance - The CEO of Riskified highlighted solid second-quarter results driven by consistent execution and demand for their platform, emphasizing advancements in AI capabilities to enhance competitive edge and market leadership [2] - Riskified's shares increased by 2.3%, trading at $4.5300 following the earnings announcement [3] Analyst Ratings - DA Davidson analyst maintained a Buy rating but lowered the price target from $6.5 to $6 [8] - UBS analyst kept a Neutral rating and reduced the price target from $5.75 to $5 [8] - Keefe, Bruyette & Woods analyst maintained a Market Perform rating and decreased the price target from $5.5 to $5.25 [8]
INVESTOR ALERT: Investigation of Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (SLNO) Announced by Holzer & Holzer, LLC
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-08-19 17:38
ATLANTA, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holzer & Holzer, LLC is investigating whether Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (“Soleno Therapeutics” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SLNO) complied with federal securities laws. On August 15, 2025, Scorpion Capital released a report alleging, among other things, that Soleno Therapeutics’ phase 3 clinical trials and withdrawal studies conducted in furtherance of the Company’s efforts to obtain approval of its drug, VYKAT™ XR, “lack credibility and were plagued with numerous pr ...
Home Depot Kicks Off Retail Earnings with Second Consecutive EPS Miss
ZACKS· 2025-08-19 17:36
The second-quarter earnings season continues to wind down as more than 90% of S&P 500 companies have now reported results. Still, 15 S&P 500 members will report quarterly earnings this week, with the docket dominated by the retail sector.Earnings out of home improvement retailers Home Depot and Lowe’s reflect notable reports, with the former kicking things off this morning with its second consecutive EPS miss. Both companies remain a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and are part of the Zacks Retail – Home Furnishings i ...
IPO & M&A Market Rebound: What it Means for Goldman's IB Business
ZACKS· 2025-08-19 17:36
Key Takeaways IB fees at Goldman rose 8% y/y in the first half of 2025.Advisory revenues grew 16%, with debt and equity underwriting improving.A strong M&A pipeline and IPO momentum support Goldman's IB growth.The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is capitalizing on the ongoing rebound in global deal-making activities. The Global Banking & Markets division, which houses its investment banking (IB) business, remains the key growth engine. The division revenues accounted for 69.4% of the total net revenues as of ...
Workday Set to Report Q2 Results: Will Revenue Growth Boost Earnings?
ZACKS· 2025-08-19 17:36
Key Takeaways WDAY to report Q2 results on Aug. 21, subscription services revenues are projected to grow 13.5% YOY.Strong focus on AI integration across Workday product suite is a major growth driver.Healthy traction in multiple verticals like education, financial services, retail will likely boost net sales.Workday, Inc. (WDAY) is set to release second-quarter fiscal 2026 results on Aug. 21, after the closing bell. In the trailing four quarters, the company delivered an earnings surprise of 9.75%, while in ...
Walmart Earnings Preview: Tariffs, Trade Policy Have Complicated Picture; Focus On The Operating Margin
Seeking Alpha· 2025-08-19 17:34
Company Overview - Trinity Asset Management was founded by Brian Gilmartin in May 1995, focusing on providing attention and service to individual investors and institutions overlooked by larger firms [1] - Brian Gilmartin has extensive experience in the investment industry, starting as a fixed-income/credit analyst and later managing equity and balanced accounts for clients [1] Professional Background - Brian Gilmartin has a BSBA in Finance from Xavier University and an MBA in Finance from Loyola University, with the CFA designation awarded in 1994 [1] - He has contributed to various financial publications, including TheStreet.com and Wall Street AllStars, and has been quoted in notable outlets like the Wall Street Journal [1]
Mission Produce's Margin Squeeze: Glitch or Structural Weakness?
ZACKS· 2025-08-19 17:31
Key Takeaways Mission Produce's Q2 revenues jumped 28% to $380.3M, but gross profit fell 8% to $28.4M.Margins were hit by Mexican supply issues, tariffs and Canadian facility closure costs.Management points to sourcing shifts and easing tariffs as signs that the pressures may be temporary.Mission Produce, Inc.’s (AVO) second-quarter fiscal 2025 results highlight a classic margin squeeze that raises the question of whether the issue is temporary or structural. Despite record revenue growth of 28% to $380.3 m ...
META Focuses on User Safety & Engagement: Ad Revenues to Rise?
ZACKS· 2025-08-19 17:31
Core Insights - Meta Platforms is enhancing user safety on WhatsApp and improving connectivity features on Instagram, which is expected to drive advertising revenues [1] - The integration of AI across platforms is increasing user engagement, contributing to higher ad revenues [2] Advertising Revenue Performance - In Q2 2025, Meta's advertising revenues increased by 21.5% year over year to $46.56 billion, accounting for 98% of total revenues [5][11] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Q3 2025 advertising revenue is projected at $48.07 billion, indicating over 20% growth compared to the same quarter last year [5] User Engagement and Features - AI-driven content improvements have led to a 5% increase in time spent on Facebook and a 6% increase on Instagram in Q2 2025 [2] - New features on Instagram, such as repost, interactive map, and Friends tab in Reels, are designed to enhance user connections [4][11] - WhatsApp has implemented anti-scam tools, detecting and banning over 6.8 million accounts related to online fraud in the first half of 2025 [3][11] Competitive Landscape - Meta is facing significant competition for advertising dollars from companies like Alphabet and Amazon [6] - Alphabet's advertising revenues rose 10.4% year over year to $71.34 billion, while Amazon's advertising business grew 23% year over year to $15.69 billion [7][8] Stock Performance and Valuation - Meta's stock has increased by 31% year to date, outperforming the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector [9] - The company has a forward 12-month Price/Sales ratio of 8.98X, higher than the sector average of 6.74X [13]