Tech ETFs to Buy as Micron Rallies 10% Post Q1 Earnings Beat
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
Key Takeaways MU jumped 10.1% after beating Q1 revenue and earnings estimates, driven by record revenue expansion. Micron saw strong growth across cloud, mobile, and automotive units, while guiding for higher margins ahead. ETFs like FTXL and SOXQ offer diversified exposure to Micron-led semiconductor momentum.Shares of Micron Technology Inc. (MU) rose 10.1% on the bourses during the last trading session after releasing better-than-expected first-quarter fiscal 2026 results. The company surpassed analysts’ ...
Viatris Gets FDA Nod for Generic Sandostatin, Shares Regulatory Updates
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
Key Takeaways VTRS reported four regulatory achievements, including FDA approval of a generic Sandostatin LAR injectable.VTRS' low-dose estrogen weekly patch NDA was accepted, with an FDA action date set for July 30, 2026.VTRS also cleared an IND for MR-146 gene therapy and gained Japan NDA acceptance for pitolisant in OSAS.Viatris Inc. (VTRS) recently announced four regulatory achievements across multiple stages of its pipeline.These achievements outline the company’s R&D progress in 2025. VTRS will contin ...
Subsea7 Secures EPCI Contract From ConocoPhillips Offshore Norway
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
Key Takeaways Subsea7 won an EPCI contract for the Previously Produced Fields offshore Norway, covering subsea development.SUBCY said the contract follows a FEED award, with engineering and project management starting immediately.ConocoPhillips' project will tie back to the Ekofisk Complex, reducing timelines and costs.Subsea7 (SUBCY) has been awarded a contract for the development of the Previously Produced Fields (“PPF”) offshore Norway by ConocoPhillips (COP) . Per the terms of the contract, Subsea7 will ...
KB Home Q4 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates, Both Decline Y/Y
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
Core Viewpoint - KB Home reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results with earnings and total revenues exceeding Zacks Consensus Estimates but showing a year-over-year decline [1][5][10] Financial Performance - Adjusted EPS for Q4 was $1.92, beating the consensus estimate of $1.79 by 7.3%, but down from $2.53 in the prior year [5][10] - Total revenues reached $1.69 billion, surpassing the consensus mark of $1.65 billion by 2.8%, yet decreased by 15.5% year over year [5][10] - Homebuilding segment revenues were $1.686 billion, down 15.4% from $1.993 billion a year ago, with 3,619 homes delivered, a 9% decline from 3,978 units [6][10] Market Conditions - The company faced challenges due to low consumer confidence, affordability issues, and high mortgage rates, leading to a cautious outlook for Q1 and fiscal year 2026 [2][10] - Net orders fell 10.2% year over year to 2,414 units, with the value of net orders decreasing to $1.1 billion from $1.32 billion [7][10] Operational Strategy - KB Home aims to maintain high customer satisfaction, expand its build-to-order mix, and reduce construction cycle times while optimizing returns through disciplined pacing and pricing [3][10] - The company plans to open 35 to 40 new communities to enhance margins, primarily through a build-to-order model [3][10] Financial Position - As of November 30, 2025, KB Home had cash and cash equivalents of $228.6 million, down from $598 million at the end of fiscal 2024, with total liquidity of $1.43 billion [14] - The debt-to-capital ratio increased to 30.3% from 29.4% at the end of fiscal 2024 [14] Future Guidance - For Q1 fiscal 2026, KB Home expects housing revenues between $1.05 billion and $1.15 billion, down from $1.39 billion in the prior year, with deliveries projected at 2,300 to 2,500 homes [16][17] - For fiscal 2026, the company anticipates deliveries of 11,000 to 12,500 homes and housing revenues between $5.1 billion and $6.1 billion [18]
Equinor Taps Deepsea Aberdeen for Drilling Operations Offshore Norway
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
Key Takeaways Equinor awarded Odfjell Drilling a contract for the Deepsea Aberdeen to drill an interim scope on the NCS.The deal is set to add about $373M to Odfjell Drilling's firm backlog, with work running from 4Q26 to 1Q29.Deepsea Aberdeen is built for harsh conditions, featuring a dual derrick system and enhanced GVA7500 design.Equinor ASA (EQNR) , a Norwegian integrated energy company, has awarded a contract to Odfjell Drilling, an offshore drilling contractor, for its Deepsea Aberdeen drillship for w ...
Why Micron (MU) Might be Well Poised for a Surge
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
Micron (MU) appears an attractive pick given a noticeable improvement in the company's earnings outlook. The stock has been a strong performer lately, and the momentum might continue with analysts still raising their earnings estimates for the company.Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this chipmaker is driving estimates higher, which should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-t ...
Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Upside for nCino (NCNO) Stock
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:20
nCino (NCNO) appears an attractive pick given a noticeable improvement in the company's earnings outlook. The stock has been a strong performer lately, and the momentum might continue with analysts still raising their earnings estimates for the company.Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this company is driving estimates higher, which should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-te ...
Stock Of The Day: Will The Tesla Breakout Hold?
Benzinga· 2025-12-19 18:19
Trading in Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) is quiet Friday. But many traders are watching it closely. If the current support holds, it could be a bullish sign that may indicate a move higher into the end of this year. It’s why Tesla is the Stock of the Day.You can see on the chart below that there had been resistance for Tesla around the $470 level.When the shares reached this price in early October, they reversed and sold off. The same thing happened in late October. After reaching $470, they once again headed l ...
Why is Trump's media company getting involved with nuclear power?
Yahoo Finance· 2025-12-19 18:18
Trump Media, the parent company of Truth Social, and the nuclear fusion company TAE Technologies make merger plans. (Ross D. Franklin / Associated Press) President Trump's media company is merging with a nuclear fusion energy firm in a $6-billion deal aimed at generating more power amid growing demand from power-hungry artificial intelligence data centers. The merger between Trump Media & Technology and TAE Technologies could lead to one of the world's first publicly traded fusion energy companies, the t ...
WULF vs. RIOT: Which Bitcoin Miner Stock Is the Smarter Investment?
ZACKS· 2025-12-19 18:16
Key Takeaways Riot Platforms operates 1.86 GW of power capacity, supporting Bitcoin mining today and AI/HPC growth ahead.RIOT reported strong Q3 revenues and net income, aided by operating leverage and power curtailment credits.TeraWulf's AI push brings long-term contracts, but heavy debt, losses and execution risk pressure the stock.The Bitcoin mining sector is in a transition phase as operators are increasingly focusing on digital infrastructure and AI hosting to diversify revenues. TeraWulf (WULF) and Ri ...