Core Viewpoint - Analyst recommendations play a significant role in influencing stock prices, but their reliability is questionable due to potential biases from brokerage firms [1][6]. Group 1: Analyst Recommendations - Unity Software Inc. (U) has an average brokerage recommendation (ABR) of 2.00, indicating a "Buy" based on recommendations from 22 brokerage firms [2]. - Among the 22 recommendations, 11 are classified as "Strong Buy" and one as "Buy," accounting for 50% and 4.6% of all recommendations respectively [2]. Group 2: Limitations of Brokerage Recommendations - Studies indicate that brokerage recommendations have limited success in guiding investors towards stocks with the highest price increase potential [5]. - Analysts from brokerage firms tend to exhibit a strong positive bias in their ratings, issuing five "Strong Buy" recommendations for every "Strong Sell" [6][11]. - The interests of brokerage firms may not align with those of retail investors, leading to a lack of insight into future stock price movements [7]. Group 3: Zacks Rank vs. ABR - Zacks Rank is a proprietary stock rating tool that categorizes stocks from Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank 5 (Strong Sell) and is based on earnings estimate revisions, making it a more effective indicator of near-term stock performance [8][12]. - The ABR is calculated solely from brokerage recommendations and may not be up-to-date, while the Zacks Rank reflects timely earnings estimate revisions [13][10]. - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Unity Software has remained unchanged at $0.82, indicating steady analyst views on the company's earnings prospects [14]. Group 4: Current Investment Outlook - The Zacks Rank for Unity Software is 3 (Hold), suggesting caution despite the Buy-equivalent ABR [15].

Company Performance - Enviri (NVRI) closed at $17.93, reflecting a decrease of -1.59% from the previous trading session, which is less than the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.03% [1] - Over the past month, Enviri's shares have declined by 0.65%, while the Business Services sector gained 6.08% and the S&P 500 increased by 2.57% [1] Earnings Forecast - Enviri is expected to report an EPS of -$0.22, indicating a 450% decline compared to the same quarter last year [2] - For the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of -$0.71 per share and revenue of $0 million, reflecting changes of -914.29% and 0% respectively compared to the previous year [2] Analyst Estimates - Recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Enviri are crucial as they reflect short-term business trends, with upward revisions indicating analysts' positive outlook on the company's operations and profit generation [3] - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, provides a rating system for stocks, with Enviri currently holding a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [4][5] Industry Context - The Waste Removal Services industry, part of the Business Services sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, placing it in the top 38% of over 250 industries [6] - Research indicates that industries in the top 50% rated by Zacks outperform those in the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [6]

Company Performance - Pan American Silver (PAAS) closed at $55.39, reflecting a +2.9% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's 0.03% loss [1] - The stock has risen by 26.39% in the past month, leading the Basic Materials sector's gain of 9.22% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] Earnings Expectations - The company is expected to report EPS of $0.87, which represents a 148.57% increase from the prior-year quarter [2] - Revenue is projected to be $1.09 billion, indicating a 33.53% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year [2] Full Year Projections - Analysts expect earnings of $2.21 per share and revenue of $3.52 billion for the full year, marking changes of +179.75% and +24.81% respectively from last year [3] Analyst Forecast Revisions - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Pan American Silver are important as they reflect changing near-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating a favorable business outlook [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - Pan American Silver holds a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy), with an average annual return of +25% for 1 stocks since 1988 [6] - The company has a Forward P/E ratio of 24.31, which is a discount compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 25.42, and a PEG ratio of 0.51, matching the average for the Mining - Silver industry [7] Industry Context - The Mining - Silver industry is part of the Basic Materials sector and ranks in the top 13% of all industries, with a current Zacks Industry Rank of 30 [8]

Company Performance - B2Gold (BTG) closed at $4.80, marking a +1.48% move from the prior day, outperforming the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.03% [1] - Over the past month, B2Gold shares gained 5.82%, lagging behind the Basic Materials sector's gain of 9.22% but outpacing the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] Earnings Projections - B2Gold is projected to report earnings of $0.22 per share, representing year-over-year growth of 2100% [2] - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are estimated at $0.56 per share and revenue at $3.12 billion, indicating changes of +250% and +63.82% from the previous year [2] Analyst Estimates - Changes in analyst estimates for B2Gold are crucial as they reflect near-term business trends and analysts' confidence in performance and profit potential [3] - The Zacks Rank system, which evaluates these estimate changes, indicates a current Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) for B2Gold, with the consensus EPS estimate moving 5.76% lower over the past month [5] Valuation Metrics - B2Gold's Forward P/E ratio is 8.51, which is a discount compared to the industry average Forward P/E of 17.73 [6] - The Mining - Gold industry, part of the Basic Materials sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 47, placing it within the top 20% of over 250 industries [6]

Group 1: Stock Performance - MakeMyTrip (MMYT) stock decreased by 1.72% to $83.25, underperforming the S&P 500, which fell by 0.03% [1] - Over the past month, MakeMyTrip shares increased by 20.48%, significantly outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.66% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] Group 2: Earnings Expectations - Analysts anticipate MakeMyTrip to report earnings of $0.43 per share, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 10.26% [2] - The consensus estimate for quarterly revenue is $313.62 million, representing a 17.3% increase from the previous year [2] Group 3: Full Year Projections - For the full year, earnings are projected at $1.62 per share and revenue at $1.11 billion, indicating increases of 3.85% and 13.49% respectively from the prior year [3] - Recent changes in analyst estimates suggest a favorable outlook on MakeMyTrip's business health and profitability [3] Group 4: Valuation Metrics - MakeMyTrip has a Forward P/E ratio of 52.29, which is significantly higher than the industry average Forward P/E of 14.39, indicating a premium valuation [6] - The Internet - Delivery Services industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 202, placing it in the bottom 19% of over 250 industries [6] Group 5: Analyst Ratings - MakeMyTrip currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with the consensus EPS estimate remaining unchanged over the last 30 days [5] - The Zacks Rank system has a strong track record, with stocks rated 1 (Strong Buy) delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [5]

Company Performance - AngloGold Ashanti closed at $91.25, reflecting a +1.49% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500 which saw a loss of 0.03% [1] - Over the past month, shares of AngloGold Ashanti gained 1.12%, underperforming the Basic Materials sector's gain of 9.22% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] Earnings Expectations - Analysts expect AngloGold Ashanti to report earnings of $1.9 per share, indicating a year-over-year growth of 113.48% [2] - The consensus estimate for quarterly revenue is $3.03 billion, up 73.03% from the same period last year [2] - For the full year, earnings are projected at $5.51 per share and revenue at $9.85 billion, representing increases of +149.32% and +70.08% respectively from the prior year [3] Analyst Estimates and Stock Performance - Recent modifications to analyst estimates for AngloGold Ashanti are crucial as they reflect changing business trends, with positive revisions indicating confidence in performance [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which assesses these estimate changes, currently ranks AngloGold Ashanti at 3 (Hold) [6] - Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 3.51% [6] Valuation Metrics - AngloGold Ashanti has a Forward P/E ratio of 16.33, which is lower than the industry average Forward P/E of 17.73 [7] - The Mining - Gold industry is part of the Basic Materials sector and holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 47, placing it in the top 20% of over 250 industries [7]

Group 1: Company Performance - Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) closed at $19.43, reflecting a +2.53% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.03% [1] - The company's shares experienced a 4% loss over the previous month, underperforming the Transportation sector's gain of 6.83% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] Group 2: Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming earnings release for Star Bulk Carriers is projected to show an EPS of $0.52, indicating a 52.94% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year [2] - Revenue is estimated at $291.28 million, representing a 5.71% decline compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year [2] Group 3: Full-Year Estimates - Full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates for Star Bulk Carriers project earnings of $0.85 per share and revenue of $1.03 billion, reflecting year-over-year changes of -67.68% and -18.35%, respectively [3] - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Star Bulk Carriers indicate evolving short-term business trends, with positive revisions suggesting a favorable outlook on business health and profitability [3] Group 4: Zacks Rank and Valuation - Star Bulk Carriers holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remaining unchanged over the last 30 days [5] - The company has a Forward P/E ratio of 22.29, which is a premium compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 10.75 [6] Group 5: Industry Context - The Transportation - Shipping industry, which includes Star Bulk Carriers, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 32, placing it in the top 13% of over 250 industries [6] - The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of industry groups based on the average Zacks Rank of individual stocks, with top-rated industries outperforming lower-rated ones by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Core Viewpoint - Alibaba's stock performance has been underwhelming compared to the broader market, with a notable decline in its recent earnings estimates indicating potential challenges ahead [1][2][6]. Financial Performance - In the latest trading session, Alibaba closed at $152.24, reflecting a +1.45% change from the previous day, which outperformed the S&P 500's loss of 0.03% [1]. - The company is expected to report an EPS of $2.24, representing a 23.55% decrease from the same quarter last year, while revenue is forecasted at $41.33 billion, showing a 7.67% increase year-over-year [2]. - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $6.42 per share, down 28.75% from the prior year, with revenue expected to reach $146.08 billion, up 5.75% [3]. Analyst Estimates - Recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Alibaba reflect changing short-term business dynamics, with positive revisions indicating analysts' confidence in the company's performance [4]. - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 2.83% over the last 30 days, and Alibaba currently holds a Zacks Rank of 5 (Strong Sell) [6]. Valuation Metrics - Alibaba is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 23.36, which is higher than the industry average Forward P/E of 19 [7]. - The company has a PEG ratio of 2.08, compared to the Internet - Commerce industry's average PEG ratio of 1.46 [7]. Industry Context - The Internet - Commerce industry, part of the Retail-Wholesale sector, ranks in the top 33% of all industries according to the Zacks Industry Rank [8].

分组1 - Celsius Holdings Inc. (CELH) closed at $45.59, reflecting a +1.95% change from the previous day's closing price, outperforming the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.03% [1] - Over the past month, shares of Celsius have increased by 9.66%, significantly higher than the Consumer Staples sector's gain of 0.15% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] 分组2 - The upcoming earnings report for Celsius is anticipated to show an EPS of $0.19, representing a 35.71% increase from the same quarter last year, with revenue expected to reach $642.32 million, indicating a 93.35% growth year-over-year [2] - For the full year, earnings are projected at $1.25 per share and revenue at $2.44 billion, reflecting increases of +78.57% and +79.69% respectively from the previous year [3] 分组3 - Recent estimate revisions for Celsius Holdings are seen as a positive indicator of the business outlook, with the Zacks Rank system providing actionable insights based on these changes [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), has historically outperformed, with 1 stocks averaging an annual gain of +25% since 1988; Celsius currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5] 分组4 - Celsius Holdings is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 35.76, which is significantly higher than the industry average of 14.93, indicating a premium valuation [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.87, which is lower than the industry average PEG ratio of 1.95, suggesting a more favorable growth valuation compared to peers [7] 分组5 - The Food - Miscellaneous industry, which includes Celsius, is currently ranked 193 in the Zacks Industry Rank, placing it in the bottom 22% of over 250 industries [7] - The strength of individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, with top-rated industries outperforming the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [8]

Company Performance - Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) closed at $53.04, marking a +2.16% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500 which lost 0.03% [1] - Prior to the latest trading session, FCX shares had gained 23.18%, significantly exceeding the Basic Materials sector's gain of 9.22% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.57% [1] Earnings Projections - Freeport-McMoRan is projected to report earnings of $0.2 per share, representing a year-over-year decline of 35.48% [2] - The consensus estimate for revenue is $4.86 billion, reflecting a 14.95% decrease from the same quarter last year [2] - For the full year, earnings are projected at $1.48 per share and revenue at $25.06 billion, showing changes of 0% and -1.55% respectively from the previous year [3] Analyst Forecasts - Investors should monitor recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Freeport-McMoRan, as these revisions reflect short-term business trends and analysts' confidence in performance [4] - Empirical research indicates that revisions in estimates correlate with stock price performance, leading to the creation of the Zacks Rank system [5] Valuation Metrics - Freeport-McMoRan has a Forward P/E ratio of 34.99, which is higher than the industry average of 32, indicating it is trading at a premium [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.17, which aligns with the Mining - Non Ferrous industry's average PEG ratio of 1.17 [8] Industry Ranking - The Mining - Non Ferrous industry, part of the Basic Materials sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 102, placing it in the top 42% of over 250 industries [9] - Research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [9]