In the latest market close, Superior Group (SGC) reached $10.29, with a +1.18% movement compared to the previous day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.58% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.75%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.55%.Shares of the uniform maker witnessed a loss of 7.04% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Consumer Discretionary sector with its loss of 0.09% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.84%.The investment community will be paying close a ...

In the latest trading session, Copa Holdings (CPA) closed at $91.45, marking a -0.66% move from the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.58%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.75%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.55%.Prior to today's trading, shares of the holding company for Panama's national airline had lost 0.43% over the past month. This has was narrower than the Transportation sector's loss of 6.4% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.84% in that time.The investment community will be close ...

Ross Stores (ROST) closed at $140.78 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.01% move from the prior day. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.58%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.75%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.55%.Prior to today's trading, shares of the discount retailer had gained 9.06% over the past month. This has outpaced the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 0.19% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.84% in that time.Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performa ...

Group 1: Stock Performance - QuickLogic's stock closed at $5.67, reflecting a +1.8% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.58% [1] - Over the last month, QuickLogic's shares have risen by 9%, significantly exceeding the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.6% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.84% [1] Group 2: Earnings Expectations - QuickLogic is expected to report an EPS of -$0.08, representing a 172.73% decline compared to the same quarter last year [2] - The consensus estimate for revenue is projected at $4 million, indicating a 33.44% decrease from the same quarter of the previous year [2] Group 3: Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $0.16 per share and revenue at $24.37 million, reflecting increases of +300% and +21.15% respectively from the prior year [3] Group 4: Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for QuickLogic suggest a positive outlook on the company's business operations and profit generation capabilities [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which evaluates these estimate changes, currently ranks QuickLogic at 2 (Buy) [6] Group 5: Valuation Metrics - QuickLogic is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 35.94, which is a premium compared to the industry average Forward P/E of 21.85 [7] - The Electronics - Semiconductors industry, to which QuickLogic belongs, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 43, placing it in the top 18% of over 250 industries [7]

Core Viewpoint - Costco's stock performance has shown resilience, with a recent increase and positive earnings expectations, indicating a favorable outlook for the company in the retail sector [1][2][3]. Company Performance - Costco's stock closed at $991.70, reflecting a +1.34% increase, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.58% [1]. - Over the past month, Costco shares have appreciated by 3.46%, contrasting with the Retail-Wholesale sector's decline of 0.19% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.84% [1]. - The upcoming earnings report on May 29, 2025, is anticipated to show earnings of $4.24 per share, representing a year-over-year growth of 12.17% [2]. - For the fiscal year, earnings are projected at $17.95 per share, with revenue expected to reach $274.23 billion, marking increases of +11.42% and +7.77% respectively from the previous year [3]. Analyst Estimates - Recent changes in analyst estimates for Costco are crucial, as they reflect short-term business trends and can indicate optimism about the company's outlook [4]. - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, currently rates Costco at 3 (Hold), with a recent upward shift of 0.06% in the consensus EPS estimate [6]. Valuation Metrics - Costco has a Forward P/E ratio of 54.51, significantly higher than the industry average of 21.76, suggesting that Costco is trading at a premium [7]. - The company also has a PEG ratio of 5.84, compared to the Retail - Discount Stores industry's average PEG ratio of 2.71, indicating a higher valuation relative to expected earnings growth [8]. Industry Context - The Retail - Discount Stores industry, part of the broader Retail-Wholesale sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 83, placing it in the top 34% of over 250 industries [9].

Core Viewpoint - Investors are evaluating Barrett Business Services (BBSI) and ExlService Holdings (EXLS) as potential undervalued stocks in the Outsourcing sector, with BBSI appearing to be the superior value option based on various valuation metrics [1][6]. Valuation Metrics - BBSI has a forward P/E ratio of 19.05, while EXLS has a forward P/E of 23.61, indicating that BBSI may be more attractively priced relative to its earnings [5]. - The PEG ratio for BBSI is 1.36, compared to EXLS's PEG ratio of 1.45, suggesting that BBSI offers better value when considering expected earnings growth [5]. - BBSI's P/B ratio is 4.78, whereas EXLS has a P/B ratio of 7.69, further supporting the argument that BBSI is undervalued relative to its book value [6]. Earnings Outlook - Both BBSI and EXLS currently hold a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), indicating a positive earnings outlook due to favorable analyst estimate revisions [3]. - The Zacks Rank system emphasizes companies with improving earnings estimates, which applies to both BBSI and EXLS [2][3]. Value Grades - BBSI has received a Value grade of A, while EXLS has a Value grade of C, highlighting BBSI's stronger position as a value investment based on the analyzed metrics [6].

American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) closed the latest trading day at $11.04, indicating a -1.43% change from the previous session's end. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.06% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.28%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.1%.Shares of the teen clothing retailer have depreciated by 1.93% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 2.65% and the S&P 500's loss of 4.29%.The investment community will be ...

Group 1 - Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) closed at $149.59, with a -1.42% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500 which gained 0.06% [1] - Over the past month, STRL shares have increased by 30.65%, while the Construction sector and S&P 500 have decreased by 6.22% and 4.29% respectively [1] - The upcoming earnings report on May 5, 2025, is projected to show an EPS of $1.58, a 58% increase year-over-year, with revenue expected at $415.6 million, reflecting a 5.62% decline from the previous year [2] Group 2 - For the annual period, earnings are anticipated at $8.21 per share and revenue at $2.03 billion, indicating a +34.59% increase in earnings and a -4.08% decrease in revenue compared to last year [3] - Recent shifts in analyst projections for Sterling Infrastructure are important as they indicate changing business trends, with positive revisions suggesting analyst optimism [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), currently ranks Sterling Infrastructure as 1, indicating strong buy potential [6] Group 3 - Sterling Infrastructure has a Forward P/E ratio of 18.5, which is in line with the industry average, and a PEG ratio of 1.23, compared to the industry average of 1.77 [7] - The Engineering - R and D Services industry, part of the Construction sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 26, placing it in the top 11% of over 250 industries [8]

Company Performance - Modine's stock closed at $80.57, reflecting a -0.69% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.06% [1] - Over the past month, Modine's shares have increased by 2.37%, while the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector and the S&P 500 have decreased by 3.23% and 4.29%, respectively [1] Upcoming Earnings - Modine's projected earnings per share (EPS) for the upcoming quarter is $0.96, indicating a 24.68% increase year-over-year [2] - The consensus estimate for quarterly revenue is $629.47 million, which represents a 4.3% increase from the same period last year [2] Analyst Projections - Recent shifts in analyst projections for Modine should be monitored, as positive estimate revisions are seen as favorable for the company's business outlook [3] Valuation Metrics - Modine's Forward P/E ratio is currently 17.63, which is higher than the industry average of 10.43 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.52, compared to the Automotive - Original Equipment industry's average PEG ratio of 0.81 [6] Industry Context - The Automotive - Original Equipment industry, part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 181, placing it in the bottom 28% of over 250 industries [7] - Research indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Group 1: Stock Performance - Innovative Industrial Properties (IIPR) closed at $53.56, reflecting a +0.34% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500 which gained 0.74% [1] - Over the past month, IIPR shares have declined by 18%, compared to a 3.44% loss in the Finance sector and a 4.77% loss in the S&P 500 [1] Group 2: Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming earnings report for Innovative Industrial Properties is scheduled for May 7, 2025, with an expected EPS of $1.99, indicating a 9.95% decrease from the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue for the upcoming quarter is projected at $70.79 million, down 6.17% from the prior-year quarter [2] Group 3: Full Year Projections - For the full year, earnings are projected at $7.31 per share and revenue at $263.05 million, representing declines of -18.6% and -14.74% respectively from the previous year [3] Group 4: Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Innovative Industrial Properties reflect shifting business dynamics, with positive adjustments indicating a favorable outlook on the company's health and profitability [4] - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 10.13% over the past month, resulting in a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) for the company [6] Group 5: Valuation Metrics - Innovative Industrial Properties is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 7.3, which is below the industry's average Forward P/E of 10.25 [7] - The REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry, part of the Finance sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 161, placing it in the bottom 36% of over 250 industries [7]