Company Performance - RTX closed at $157.00, reflecting a -1.51% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.4% [1] - Over the past month, RTX shares gained 0.52%, lagging behind the Aerospace sector's 3.78% increase and the S&P 500's 1.02% rise [1] Upcoming Earnings - RTX is set to release its earnings report on October 21, 2025, with an expected EPS of $1.42, indicating a 2.07% decrease from the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is forecasted at $21.48 billion, representing a 6.93% increase from the prior-year quarter [2] Annual Estimates - For the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $5.94 per share and revenue of $85.76 billion, showing increases of +3.66% and +6.22% respectively compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Revisions - Recent modifications to analyst estimates for RTX are crucial as they reflect near-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating optimism about the business outlook [3][4] Zacks Rank - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), has a strong track record, with 1 rated stocks averaging a +25% annual return since 1988 [5] - RTX currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5] Valuation Metrics - RTX has a Forward P/E ratio of 26.83, which is higher than the industry average Forward P/E of 25.77 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 2.96, compared to the Aerospace - Defense industry's average PEG ratio of 2.25 [6] Industry Overview - The Aerospace - Defense industry is ranked 179 in the Zacks Industry Rank, placing it in the bottom 28% of over 250 industries [7] - The top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Company Performance - Okta's stock closed at $89.08, reflecting a decrease of -1.18% from the previous trading session, underperforming the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.16% [1] - Over the past month, Okta's shares have declined by 0.85%, lagging behind the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 3.34% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.14% [1] Upcoming Earnings Report - Okta is expected to report earnings of $0.75 per share, indicating a year-over-year growth of 11.94%, with projected quarterly revenue of $729.17 million, up 9.65% from the previous year [2] Full Year Projections - For the full year, earnings are projected at $3.37 per share and revenue at $2.88 billion, representing increases of +19.93% and +10.3% respectively from the prior year [3] Analyst Estimates and Market Sentiment - Recent revisions in analyst estimates for Okta are seen as a reflection of near-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating optimism about the business outlook [3][4] - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 0.34% over the past month, and Okta currently holds a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) [5] Valuation Metrics - Okta's Forward P/E ratio stands at 26.74, which is a discount compared to the industry average of 70.9 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.54, while the average PEG ratio for security stocks is 2.82 [6] Industry Context - The Security industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 211, placing it in the bottom 15% of over 250 industries [7] - The top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1, indicating a challenging environment for the Security industry [7]

Company Performance - Target's stock increased by 1.74% to $88.86, outperforming the S&P 500's decline of 0.16% in the latest session [1] - Over the past month, Target's shares have decreased by 1.38%, which is better than the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 4.08% but worse than the S&P 500's gain of 1.14% [1] Upcoming Earnings - Target is expected to report an EPS of $1.78, reflecting a 3.78% decrease compared to the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is anticipated to be $25.42 billion, indicating a 0.98% decline from the year-ago quarter [2] Full Year Estimates - For the full year, earnings are projected at $7.42 per share, down 16.25% from the previous year, with revenue expected to be $105.11 billion, a decrease of 1.36% [3] - Recent analyst estimate revisions suggest positive short-term business trends, which can be a favorable sign for the company's outlook [3] Analyst Ratings - The Zacks Rank system, which evaluates estimate revisions, indicates that Target currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5] - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 0.89% in the past month [5] Valuation Metrics - Target's Forward P/E ratio stands at 11.77, which is a discount compared to the industry average of 23.31 [6] - The PEG ratio for Target is 2.54, aligning with the industry average [6] Industry Context - The Retail - Discount Stores industry, part of the Retail-Wholesale sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 32, placing it in the top 13% 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 - General Motors (GM) closed at $57.03, reflecting a +2.54% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.16% [1] - The stock has decreased by 5.65% over the past month, underperforming compared to the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's gain of 5.18% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.14% [1] Earnings Forecast - GM is set to release its earnings on October 21, 2025, with projected earnings per share (EPS) of $2.26, indicating a 23.65% decrease from the same quarter last year [2] - The consensus estimate for revenue is $44.19 billion, down 9.37% from the prior-year quarter [2] Full-Year Estimates - The full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $9.45 per share and revenue of $180.22 billion, representing year-over-year changes of -10.85% and -3.86%, respectively [3] - Recent analyst estimate revisions indicate changing business trends, with positive alterations suggesting analyst optimism regarding GM's business and profitability [3] Valuation Metrics - GM has a Forward P/E ratio of 5.88, significantly lower than the industry average of 13.14, suggesting that GM is trading at a discount [6] - The company also has a PEG ratio of 1.17, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 2.38, indicating a favorable valuation relative to expected earnings growth [6] Industry Ranking - The Automotive - Domestic industry, which includes GM, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 186, placing it in the bottom 25% 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]

Core Insights - The article compares two companies in the Containers - Paper and Packaging sector: Karat Packing (KRT) and Packaging Corp. (PKG), focusing on which stock may be undervalued [1] Valuation Metrics - Both KRT and PKG have a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), indicating positive earnings estimate revisions and improving earnings outlooks [3] - KRT has a forward P/E ratio of 14.52, while PKG has a forward P/E of 20.12 [5] - KRT's PEG ratio is 1.20, compared to PKG's PEG ratio of 1.22, suggesting KRT may offer better value considering expected EPS growth [5] - KRT's P/B ratio is 2.95, while PKG's P/B ratio is 4.04, indicating KRT is more favorably valued in terms of market value versus book value [6] - Based on these valuation metrics, KRT holds a Value grade of B, while PKG has a Value grade of C, suggesting KRT is the superior value option [6]

Group 1: Stock Performance - Sirius XM (SIRI) closed at $21.45, marking a +2.48% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.56% [1] - Prior to this trading session, Sirius XM shares had declined by 10.1%, lagging behind the Consumer Discretionary sector's loss of 5.13% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.41% [1] Group 2: Upcoming Earnings - Sirius XM is set to release its earnings report on October 30, 2025, with expected earnings of $0.79 per share, indicating a year-over-year growth of 194.05% [2] - Revenue is anticipated to be $2.14 billion, reflecting a 1.23% decrease compared to the same quarter last year [2] Group 3: Full Year Projections - For the full year, earnings are projected at $2.71 per share, representing a +52.25% change from the prior year, while revenue is expected to be $8.52 billion, showing a -2.02% change [3] - Recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Sirius XM may indicate changing near-term business trends, with positive revisions suggesting analyst optimism [3] Group 4: Valuation Metrics - Sirius XM is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 7.71, which is a discount compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 29.67 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.32, significantly lower than the Broadcast Radio and Television industry's average PEG ratio of 1.84 [6] Group 5: Industry Ranking - The Broadcast Radio and Television industry, part of the Consumer Discretionary sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 49, placing it in the top 20% 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]

Core Insights - Samsara Inc. (IOT) closed at $37.56, reflecting a +1.9% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.56% [1] - The company is expected to report an EPS of $0.12, representing a 71.43% increase year-over-year, with projected revenue of $399.44 million, a 24.06% rise from the same quarter last year [2] - For the full year, earnings are projected at $0.47 per share and revenue at $1.57 billion, indicating increases of +80.77% and +25.97% respectively from the prior year [3] Company Performance - Shares of Samsara Inc. have decreased by 3.66% over the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector, which gained 1.06% [1] - The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged over the past month, and the company currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5] Valuation Metrics - Samsara Inc. has a Forward P/E ratio of 78.67, significantly higher than its industry's Forward P/E of 28.54 [6] - The company's PEG ratio stands at 1.8, compared to the Internet - Software industry's average PEG ratio of 2.09 [6] Industry Context - The Internet - Software industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 77, 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 - Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) closed at $256.68, with a +1.87% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.56% [1] - Over the past month, TTWO shares gained 2.32%, while the Consumer Discretionary sector lost 5.13% and the S&P 500 gained 0.41% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The earnings report for Take-Two Interactive is expected on November 6, 2025, with projected earnings per share (EPS) of $0.91, reflecting a 37.88% increase from the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $1.74 billion, indicating a 17.71% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year [2] Annual Estimates - For the annual period, Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $2.82 per share and revenue of $6.11 billion, signifying increases of +37.56% and +8.13%, respectively, from the last year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Take-Two Interactive reflect the latest near-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating optimism about the business outlook [3][4] - The Zacks Rank system, which considers estimate changes, provides a rating system for investors [4] Zacks Rank and Performance - The Zacks Rank system ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), with 1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [5] - Currently, Take-Two Interactive holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5] Valuation Metrics - Take-Two Interactive has a Forward P/E ratio of 89.25, indicating a premium compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 23.88 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 2.61, while the industry average PEG ratio is 1.82 [6] Industry Overview - The Gaming industry, part of the Consumer Discretionary sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 61, placing it in the top 25% of all 250+ industries [7] - Research indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Core Insights - Nu Holdings Ltd. closed at $15.08, with a daily increase of 1.07%, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.56% [1] - The company experienced a monthly decline of 4.91%, compared to a 2.31% loss in the Finance sector and a 0.41% gain in the S&P 500 [1] Earnings Projections - The upcoming EPS for Nu Holdings is projected at $0.15, indicating a 25.00% increase year-over-year [2] - Quarterly revenue is expected to reach $3.87 billion, reflecting a 31.66% increase from the same period last year [2] Annual Estimates - For the annual period, earnings are anticipated at $0.56 per share, with revenue projected at $14.95 billion, representing increases of +24.44% and +29.77% respectively [3] - Recent adjustments to analyst estimates suggest positive sentiment regarding the company's business and profitability [3] Valuation Metrics - Nu Holdings is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 26.8, which is a premium compared to the industry average of 10.48 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.78, while the average PEG ratio for the Banks - Foreign industry is 0.95 [6] Industry Context - The Banks - Foreign industry, part of the Finance sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 84, placing it in the top 35% of over 250 industries [7] - Historically, top-rated industries outperform lower-rated ones by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Core Viewpoint - Marathon Petroleum is set to release its earnings on November 4, 2025, with projected EPS of $2.87, indicating a significant year-over-year increase of 53.48%, while revenue is expected to decline by 12.88% to $30.82 billion [2] Group 1: Earnings and Revenue Projections - The full-year earnings projection for Marathon Petroleum is $9.03 per share, reflecting a decrease of 5.05% from the previous year, with total revenue expected to be $124.98 billion, down 10.99% [3] - The upcoming earnings release is highly anticipated by the investment community, with a focus on the company's performance metrics [2] Group 2: Analyst Estimates and Stock Performance - Recent modifications to analyst estimates for Marathon Petroleum indicate changing business trends, with positive changes reflecting analyst optimism [4] - The Zacks Rank system currently rates Marathon Petroleum as 2 (Buy), with a consensus EPS projection that has increased by 20.03% in the past 30 days [6] Group 3: Valuation Metrics - Marathon Petroleum has a Forward P/E ratio of 20.03, which is higher than the industry average of 15.46 [7] - The company's PEG ratio stands at 3.04, compared to the industry average of 1.52, indicating a premium valuation relative to expected earnings growth [8] Group 4: Industry Context - The Oil and Gas - Refining and Marketing industry, which includes Marathon Petroleum, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 21, placing it in the top 9% of over 250 industries [9]