Group 1 - Affirm Holdings closed at $49.13, reflecting a +1.92% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.74% [1] - The stock gained 1.73% over the previous month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.23% and the S&P 500's loss of 4.77% [1] Group 2 - The upcoming earnings report on May 8, 2025, is expected to show an EPS of -$0.08, which is an 81.4% increase compared to the same quarter last year, with revenue anticipated at $783.11 million, indicating a 35.92% increase year-over-year [2] - Full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of -$0.06 per share and revenue of $3.18 billion, representing year-over-year changes of +96.41% and +37.08%, respectively [3] Group 3 - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Affirm Holdings suggest a favorable outlook on the company's business health and profitability [4] - The Zacks Rank system indicates that Affirm Holdings is currently rated 1 (Strong Buy), with a 56.58% increase in the EPS estimate over the last 30 days [6] Group 4 - The Internet - Software industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 87, placing it in the top 36% of all industries [7]

OneSpan (OSPN) closed the latest trading day at $15.46, indicating a +1.38% change from the previous session's end. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.74%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.05%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.26%.Shares of the internet security company have depreciated by 4.15% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 6.23% and the S&P 500's loss of 4.77%.Investors will be eagerly watching for the performa ...

Company Performance - XPeng Inc. Sponsored ADR (XPEV) closed at $20.80, reflecting a +1.61% change from the previous day's closing price, which is lower than the S&P 500's daily gain of 2.03% [1] - Over the past month, XPeng's shares have decreased by 1.21%, outperforming the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's decline of 3.15% and the S&P 500's drop of 5.07% [1] Earnings Projections - The Zacks Consensus Estimates for XPeng's upcoming earnings release project earnings of -$0.29 per share and revenue of $10.9 billion for the fiscal year, indicating increases of +65.48% and +92.21% respectively compared to the previous year [2] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for XPeng reflect the latest near-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating analysts' confidence in the company's performance and profit potential [3] - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, provides a rating system that can help investors make informed decisions [4] Zacks Rank and Industry Performance - XPeng currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with no changes in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate over the past month [5] - The Automotive - Foreign industry, which includes XPeng, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 165, placing it in the bottom 34% of over 250 industries, suggesting weaker performance compared to higher-ranked industries [6]

Company Performance - CRISPR Therapeutics AG (CRSP) closed at $39.11, with a daily increase of +1.48%, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 2.03% [1] - The company's stock has decreased by 1.63% over the past month, which is better than the Medical sector's decline of 8.57% and the S&P 500's drop of 5.07% [1] Earnings Expectations - The upcoming earnings report is expected to show an EPS of -$1.27, reflecting an 11.19% improvement from the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is anticipated to be $5.24 million, indicating a significant increase of 947.2% compared to the previous year’s quarter [2] Full Year Estimates - For the full year, analysts project an EPS of -$5.09 and revenue of $56.98 million, representing changes of -17.28% and +52.69% respectively from the prior year [3] Analyst Sentiment - Recent changes in analyst estimates suggest a positive outlook for CRISPR Therapeutics AG, indicating optimism regarding the company's business and profitability [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which reflects these estimate changes, currently rates CRISPR Therapeutics AG at 3 (Hold) [6] Industry Context - The Medical - Biomedical and Genetics industry, which includes CRISPR Therapeutics AG, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 79, placing it in the top 32% 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]

Company Performance - Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) closed at $17.15, with a +0.88% change from the previous day, lagging behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 2.03% [1] - Over the last month, NCLH shares decreased by 15.93%, underperforming the Consumer Discretionary sector's loss of 4.94% and the S&P 500's loss of 5.07% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The company's earnings report is scheduled for April 30, 2025, with an expected EPS of $0.09, reflecting a 43.75% decline from the same quarter last year [2] - Quarterly revenue is forecasted at $2.15 billion, down 2.04% from the previous year [2] Full-Year Estimates - Full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $2.06 per share and revenue of $10.15 billion, indicating year-over-year increases of +13.19% and +7.11%, respectively [3] - Recent changes in analyst estimates suggest a dynamic business environment, with positive revisions indicating confidence in the company's performance [3] Valuation Metrics - NCLH has a Forward P/E ratio of 8.27, significantly lower than the industry average of 16.98 [6] - The company also has a PEG ratio of 0.23, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 1.17 [6] Industry Context - The Leisure and Recreation Services industry, which includes NCLH, is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector and holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 139, placing it in the bottom 44% of over 250 industries [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank measures 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]

Company Performance - Clear Secure closed at $25.75, showing no change from the previous session, lagging behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 2.03% [1] - The company's shares decreased by 4.81% over the last month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 7.31% and the S&P 500's loss of 5.07% [1] Earnings Forecast - Clear Secure is projected to report earnings of $0.30 per share, representing year-over-year growth of 7.14% [2] - The consensus estimate for quarterly revenue is $208.17 million, up 16.26% from the previous year [2] Fiscal Year Estimates - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are estimated at $1.36 per share, indicating a decrease of 24.44% from the previous year, while revenue is projected at $880.24 million, reflecting an increase of 14.24% [3] Analyst Estimates and Market Trends - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Clear Secure indicate a positive outlook for the company's business [3] - Estimate revisions are correlated with near-term share price momentum, suggesting potential for price increases [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - Clear Secure has a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy), with a history of outperforming the market [5] - The Forward P/E ratio for Clear Secure is 18.89, which is a discount compared to the industry's average Forward P/E of 24.67 [6] Industry Context - The Internet - Software industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 79, placing it in the top 32% of over 250 industries [6] - The Zacks Industry Rank indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Company Performance - MINISO Group Holding Limited Unsponsored ADR (MNSO) closed at $17.22, reflecting a +1.29% change from the previous day, which is lower than the S&P 500's gain of 2.03% [1] - Over the last month, MNSO shares decreased by 9.43%, underperforming the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 2.36% and the S&P 500's loss of 5.07% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming earnings disclosure is highly anticipated, with consensus estimates predicting revenue of $624.52 million, a 21.1% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] Full Year Estimates - For the full year, analysts expect earnings of $1.35 per share and revenue of $2.93 billion, representing increases of +17.39% and +24.25% respectively from the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for MNSO should be monitored, as positive revisions indicate optimism about the company's business outlook [4] - Estimate revisions are correlated with near-term share price momentum, which can be leveraged by investors using the Zacks Rank system [5] Zacks Rank and Valuation - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), currently ranks MNSO at 4 (Sell), with a 1.1% decline in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate over the past month [6] - MNSO is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.59, which is lower than the industry average of 12.91, suggesting it is trading at a discount [7] PEG Ratio and Industry Context - MNSO has a PEG ratio of 0.7, compared to the average PEG ratio of 1.29 in the Retail - Apparel and Shoes sector, indicating potential undervaluation based on projected earnings growth [8] - The Retail - Apparel and Shoes industry is ranked 139 in the Zacks Industry Rank, placing it in the bottom 44% of over 250 industries [8]

Company Overview - Arch Capital Group (ACGL) closed at $92.51, reflecting a -0.47% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.67% [1] - The stock has decreased by 1.72% over the past month, contributing to the Finance sector's decline of 4.45% and the S&P 500's loss of 6.57% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The earnings report for Arch Capital Group is anticipated on April 29, 2025, with projected earnings of $1.37 per share, indicating a year-over-year decline of 44.08% [2] - Revenue is expected to reach $4.55 billion, representing a 20.79% increase from the same quarter last year [2] Annual Estimates - For the annual period, earnings are estimated at $7.85 per share and revenue at $18.96 billion, reflecting changes of -15.41% and +14.07% respectively from the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes in analyst estimates suggest optimism regarding Arch Capital Group's business and profitability, as positive revisions typically correlate with favorable stock price performance [3][4] Zacks Rank and Performance - Arch Capital Group currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate having decreased by 1.22% in the past month [5] - The Zacks Rank system has shown that 1 ranked stocks have yielded an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [5] Valuation Metrics - Arch Capital Group has a Forward P/E ratio of 11.84, which is a premium compared to the industry's average Forward P/E of 11.74 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 3.7, while the average PEG ratio for the Insurance - Property and Casualty industry is 2.11 [7] Industry Context - The Insurance - Property and Casualty industry is part of the Finance sector and holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 33, placing it in the top 14% of over 250 industries [8] - Research indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [8]

Core Viewpoint - Nextracker's stock performance has been underwhelming recently, with a notable decline over the past month, and upcoming earnings are anticipated to show modest growth in both EPS and revenue [1][2][3]. Company Performance - Nextracker's stock closed at $40.12, down by 0.61% from the previous day, underperforming compared to the S&P 500's gain of 1.67% [1]. - Over the past month, Nextracker shares have decreased by 10.73%, slightly worse than the Oils-Energy sector's decline of 10.69% and the S&P 500's loss of 6.57% [2]. Earnings Expectations - The upcoming earnings report is projected to show an EPS of $0.98, which is a 2.08% increase year-over-year [3]. - Revenue is expected to reach $828.26 million, reflecting a 12.46% increase compared to the same quarter last year [3]. Analyst Projections - Investors are advised to monitor changes in analyst projections for Nextracker, as positive revisions indicate optimism regarding the company's business and profitability [4]. - Recent empirical research suggests that revisions in estimates correlate with stock price performance, which is utilized in the Zacks Rank system [5]. Zacks Rank and Valuation - Nextracker currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with a recent 1.87% decline in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate [6]. - The company has a Forward P/E ratio of 10.48, which is higher than the industry's Forward P/E of 9.86, indicating a premium valuation [7]. - The Solar industry, part of the Oils-Energy sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 164, placing it in the bottom 34% of over 250 industries [7].

The latest trading session saw Starbucks (SBUX) ending at $82.79, denoting a +1.27% adjustment from its last day's close. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.67%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 1.07%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 2.5%. The the stock of coffee chain has fallen by 14.74% in the past month, lagging the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 4.21% and the S&P 500's loss of 6.57%. The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), p ...