In the latest close session, Texas Instruments (TXN) was up +1.36% at $210.45. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a loss of 0.11% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.91%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.82%. The chipmaker's shares have seen an increase of 12.71% over the last month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 8.76% and the S&P 500's gain of 5.17%.Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Texas Instruments in its upcoming earnings disclosure. ...

Company Performance - Blue Bird (BLBD) closed at $44.20, reflecting a +2.41% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's loss of 0.11% [1] - Over the past month, shares of Blue Bird gained 13.71%, significantly surpassing the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's decline of 5.6% and the S&P 500's increase of 5.17% [1] Upcoming Earnings - Blue Bird is expected to report an EPS of $0.9, which represents a 1.1% decrease compared to the same quarter last year [2] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate projects net sales of $375 million, indicating a 12.49% increase from the previous year [2] Annual Estimates - For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $3.74 per share and revenue of $1.42 billion, reflecting increases of +8.09% and +5.61% respectively from the last year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Blue Bird are crucial as they reflect short-term business trends [4] - Upward revisions in estimates indicate analysts' positive outlook on the company's operations and profit generation capabilities [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - Blue Bird currently holds a Zacks Rank of 5 (Strong Sell), with the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remaining unchanged over the last 30 days [6] - The company is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 11.53, which aligns with its industry's Forward P/E of 11.53, and has a PEG ratio of 0.97 compared to the industry average of 1.15 [7] Industry Context - The Automotive - Domestic industry, part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 213, placing it in the bottom 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]

Company Performance - Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) closed at $222.54, reflecting a -3.55% change from the previous day, which is less than the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.11% [1] - Prior to the latest trading session, STRL shares had increased by 21.69%, outperforming the Construction sector's gain of 3.97% and the S&P 500's gain of 5.17% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming earnings release is expected to show an EPS of $2.26, representing a 35.33% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is anticipated to be $555.13 million, indicating a 4.75% decline compared to the year-ago quarter [2] Annual Forecast - Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $8.61 per share and revenue of $2.09 billion for the year, reflecting changes of +41.15% and -1.22% respectively compared to the previous year [3] - Recent changes to analyst estimates may indicate shifting near-term business trends, with positive revisions suggesting analyst optimism about the company's profitability [3] Analyst Ratings - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), currently ranks Sterling Infrastructure at 2 (Buy) [5] - The consensus EPS projection has remained stable over the past 30 days, indicating consistent analyst sentiment [5] Valuation Metrics - Sterling Infrastructure has a Forward P/E ratio of 26.81, which is a premium compared to the industry average Forward P/E of 20.46 [6] - The company also has a PEG ratio of 1.79, slightly above the Engineering - R and D Services industry average PEG ratio of 1.76 [7] Industry Context - The Engineering - R and D Services industry is part of the Construction sector and holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 97, placing it in the top 40% 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]

Key Takeaways SJM stock fell 12.3% in a month, underperforming peers and trading near its 52-week low of $93.30. Headwinds include weak sweet snack sales, soaring coffee costs, and soft pet food demand. SJM guides for lower FY26 EPS, with Q1 expected to fall 25% and estimates trimmed further.The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) has seen its shares plunge 12.3% over the past month, significantly underperforming the industry’s modest 1% decline and the S&P 500’s 4.1% growth. The stock also lagged behind the broa ...

Core Viewpoint - Sirius XM is expected to report stable earnings with a slight decline in revenue in its upcoming earnings report scheduled for July 31, 2025 [2][3]. Company Performance - Sirius XM's stock increased by 1.82% to $22.97, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.52% for the day [1]. - Prior to the recent trading session, Sirius XM shares had gained 4.06%, which lagged behind the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 5.55% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.27% [1]. Earnings Estimates - The anticipated EPS for Sirius XM is $0.8, indicating stability compared to the same quarter of the previous year [2]. - For the entire fiscal year, Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $2.89 per share, reflecting a 62.36% increase from the previous year, while revenue is expected to be $8.52 billion, showing a 2.1% decline [3]. Analyst Sentiment - Changes in analyst estimates are crucial as they reflect the evolving nature of business trends, with positive revisions indicating confidence in performance and profit potential [3]. - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 0.06% over the past month, and Sirius XM currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5]. Valuation Metrics - Sirius XM is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 7.8, which is below the industry average Forward P/E of 14.71 [6]. - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.32, compared to the Broadcast Radio and Television industry's average PEG ratio of 1.2 [6]. Industry Context - The Broadcast Radio and Television industry, part of the Consumer Discretionary sector, ranks in the top 40% of all industries according to the Zacks Industry Rank [7]. - The top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1, indicating a favorable environment for Sirius XM within its industry [7].

In the latest close session, APA (APA) was down 1.45% at $18.29. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.52%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.63%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.48%. The stock of oil and natural gas producer has risen by 9.11% in the past month, leading the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 3.92% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.27%.The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of APA in its upcoming release. On that day, APA is projected ...

Company Performance - Leidos (LDOS) closed at $157.76, reflecting a +1.34% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.52% [1] - Over the last month, Leidos shares increased by 4.82%, which is below the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 7.56% but above the S&P 500's gain of 4.27% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming EPS for Leidos is projected at $2.63, indicating stability compared to the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is estimated to be $4.25 billion, representing a 2.82% increase from the same quarter of the previous year [2] Annual Forecast - Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $10.75 per share and revenue of $17.13 billion for the year, reflecting changes of +5.29% and +2.82% respectively compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Revisions - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Leidos are important as they indicate changing near-term business trends, with positive revisions suggesting confidence in business performance [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - Leidos currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with a Forward P/E ratio of 14.48, which is a discount compared to the industry average of 19.74 [6] - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has seen a 0.66% increase over the last 30 days [6] PEG Ratio - Leidos has a PEG ratio of 1.88, which is lower than the Computers - IT Services industry average PEG ratio of 2.14 [7] Industry Ranking - The Computers - IT Services industry, which includes Leidos, ranks in the top 22% of all industries according to the Zacks Industry Rank [8]

Company Performance - Medtronic's stock increased by 1.34% to $87.17, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.52% [1] - Over the past month, Medtronic's stock has risen by 3.66%, while the Medical sector gained 1.88% and the S&P 500 increased by 4.27% [1] Upcoming Earnings - Medtronic's earnings report is expected on August 19, 2025, with an anticipated EPS of $1.23, indicating no change from the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $8.37 billion, reflecting a 5.69% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $5.55 per share and revenue at $35.29 billion, representing increases of 1.09% and 5.23% respectively from the prior year [3] Analyst Forecasts - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Medtronic should be monitored, as they reflect short-term business trends [4] - Positive estimate revisions are interpreted as a favorable sign for the business outlook [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - The Zacks Rank system currently rates Medtronic as 5 (Strong Sell), with a 0% increase in the EPS estimate over the last 30 days [6] - Medtronic has a Forward P/E ratio of 15.51, which is lower than the industry average of 19.12 [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 2.32, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 2.25 [7] Industry Context - The Medical - Products industry has a Zacks Industry Rank of 155, placing it in the bottom 37% 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]

Royal Caribbean (RCL) ended the recent trading session at $313.14, demonstrating a +1.17% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.52% for the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.63%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.48%. Heading into today, shares of the cruise operator had gained 20.45% over the past month, outpacing the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 5.55% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.27%. Invest ...

In the latest close session, Powell Industries (POWL) was down 1.16% at $210.45. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.52% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.63%, while the tech- heavy Nasdaq added 0.48%. It is also worth noting that POWL currently has a PEG ratio of 1.07. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. POWL's industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.91 as of ...