MPLX LP (MPLX) closed the most recent trading day at $52.07, moving -0.69% from the previous trading session. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.58%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.75%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.55%.Coming into today, shares of the company had lost 2.04% in the past month. In that same time, the Oils-Energy sector lost 8.92%, while the S&P 500 lost 0.84%.The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance ...

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 ...

Company Performance - Copa Holdings closed at $91.45, reflecting a -0.66% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.58% [1] - Over the past month, shares of Copa Holdings have decreased by 0.43%, which is better than the Transportation sector's loss of 6.4% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.84% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The company is set to release its earnings report on May 7, 2025, with an expected EPS of $3.78, indicating a 9.79% decline year-over-year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $892.3 million, down 0.13% from the same quarter last year [2] Annual Forecast - Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $15.60 per share and revenue of $3.64 billion for the year, representing increases of +7.14% and +5.63% respectively compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Copa Holdings reflect evolving short-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating analyst optimism regarding the company's profitability [3][4] Zacks Rank - Copa Holdings 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 shown a strong track record, with 1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [5] Valuation Metrics - Copa Holdings has a Forward P/E ratio of 5.9, which is lower than the industry average of 8.79, suggesting it is trading at a discount [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.81, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 0.86 [7] Industry Context - The Transportation - Airline industry is ranked 183 in the Zacks Industry Rank, placing it in the bottom 27% 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]

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].

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 ...

Company Overview - Gladstone Commercial (GOOD) closed at $14.09, reflecting a -0.21% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.06% [1] - Over the past month, shares have decreased by 5.23%, compared to the Finance sector's loss of 3.73% and the S&P 500's loss of 4.29% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The earnings report for Gladstone Commercial is anticipated on May 7, 2025, with expected earnings of $0.34 per share, indicating no growth from the prior-year quarter [2] - Revenue is projected at $37.15 million, representing a 3.99% increase from the prior-year quarter [2] Full Year Projections - For the full year, earnings are estimated at $1.43 per share and revenue at $152.52 million, reflecting changes of +0.7% and +2.09% respectively from the previous year [3] Analyst Forecasts - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Gladstone Commercial are important as they indicate changes in near-term business trends [4] - Positive estimate revisions are viewed as a sign of optimism regarding the company's business outlook [4] Valuation Metrics - Gladstone Commercial has a Forward P/E ratio of 9.9, which is below the industry average of 10.2 [7] - The company's PEG ratio stands at 1.65, compared to the industry average of 2.34 [8] Industry Context - The REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry, part of the Finance sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 173, placing it in the bottom 31% of over 250 industries [9] - Research indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [9]

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]