Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) is scheduled to report fourth-quarter 2024 results on Jan. 29, before market open.Find the latest EPS estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NSC’s fourth-quarter 2024 earnings has been revised downward by 3.6% in the past 90 days to $2.95. However, the consensus mark implies a 4.2% rise from the year-ago actuals. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NSC’s fourth-quarter 2024 revenues is pegged at $3.03 billion, indicating a 1.43% de ...

Valuation and Market Position - INOD shares are trading at a premium valuation with a 12-month price/sales (P/S) ratio of 5.01X, higher than its median of 3.41X and the industry's 1.92X [1] - The premium valuation is justified by the company's strong growth prospects and strategic positioning in the generative AI (GenAI) space, particularly as a key partner for data engineering in training advanced AI models [2] Big Tech's GenAI Investments - Morgan Stanley projects combined capital expenditures of $300 billion in 2025 and $337 billion in 2026 for Amazon, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft on GenAI and large language model (LLM) advancements [3] - Amazon is focusing on hyperscaler initiatives, Alphabet on AI-driven innovations in Search and YouTube, Meta on efficiency and monetization via Instagram Reels, and Microsoft on public cloud adoption and AI-driven commercial growth [6][7] INOD's Growth and Performance - INOD shares have surged 291.8% in the trailing 12-month period, outperforming the Zacks Computer and Technology sector's 28.9% and the industry's 10.5% [8] - The company is capitalizing on its expertise in instruction-tuning data and Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF), addressing concerns over IP issues and model collapse risks [10] Product and Market Expansion - INOD's Agility platform, designed for generative AI workflows, is experiencing growing demand, with new AI platforms addressing LLM safety and evaluation needs [11] - The company is expanding its footprint into the federal government market, supporting media monitoring and news briefing for government agencies, reducing dependency on private sector clients [13] Financial Projections - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for INOD's 2025 revenues is $221.30 million, indicating a 34.6% year-over-year growth [13] - The consensus mark for INOD's 2025 earnings is 82 cents per share, reflecting a 5.1% year-over-year growth [14] Strategic Positioning and Investment Appeal - INOD's strategic alignment with the growing GenAI market, expanding client base, and diverse portfolio, including the public sector, position it as a pivotal player in the AI ecosystem [17] - The company's Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) and Growth Score of A highlight its strong investment potential [18]

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Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated’s (BSET) fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 earnings and revenues are expected to have decreased on a year-over-year basis, owing to an industry-wide soft demand for home furnishings.Find the latest EPS estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.In the last reported quarter, the company’s earnings missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 52.9% and declined 73.3% year over year. Net sales lagged the consensus mark by 3.8% and decreased 13.3% from the prior-year level. ...

BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (BJ) has announced the opening of its 250th club in Louisville, KY, scheduled for Jan. 31, 2025. This new club marks the company’s first location in Kentucky and expands its presence into the 21st state. The new Louisville club also features an on-site BJ’s Gas station, providing members with everyday low fuel prices and the opportunity to save even more through the BJ’s Fuel Saver Program.BJ’s Wholesale's Exceptional Value & ConvenienceBJ’s Wholesale continues to provide ...

Replimune Group, Inc. (REPL) announced that the FDA has accepted the biologics license application (BLA) for its lead pipeline candidate, RP1 (vusolimogene oderparepvec), in combination with Bristol Myers’ (BMY) Opdivo (nivolumab) to treat adult patients with advanced melanoma.With the FDA granting a priority review to the BLA, a decision from the regulatory body is expected on July 22, 2025.Shares of REPL were up 16.9% on Jan. 21 following the announcement of the news.The FDA also informed REPL that the ag ...

Keysight Technologies, Inc. (KEYS) recently launched the latest version of its Chiplet PHY Designer 2025, a cutting-edge solution for enhancing high-speed digital chiplet design for AI and data center applications. This upgraded software brings simulation capabilities for the Universal Chiplet Interconnect Express (UCIe) 2.0 standard and adds support for the Open Computer Project Bunch of Wires (BoW) standard, enabling designers to perform pre-silicon validation and facilitate a smoother transition to tapeo ...

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The Travelers Companies (TRV) reported fourth-quarter 2024 core income of $9.15 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 39.3% and improved 30.5% year over year. The improvement was primarily due to a higher underlying underwriting gain, an increase in net investment income and higher net favorable prior-year reserve development, partially offset by higher catastrophe losses. See the Zacks Earnings Calendar to stay ahead of market-making news.Behind Q4 HeadlinesTravelers’ total revenues increas ...

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) , laid upon the foundation curated in 2017.This revolutionary partnership between the two companies underscores their dedication to technological excellence and innovative solutions, ensuring better customer success in the restaurant industry.MCD stock inched up 0.6% during Tuesday’s trading session.More on McDonald's Renewed PartnershipPer the renewed agreement, Cognizant ...