Company Performance - DocuSign (DOCU) stock increased by 2.62% to $57.50, outperforming the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.55% [1] - Over the past month, DocuSign shares have declined by 19.54%, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.04% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.71% [1] Earnings Expectations - Analysts expect DocuSign to report earnings of $0.95 per share, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 10.47% [2] - The consensus estimate for quarterly revenue is $827.15 million, which represents a 6.56% increase from the previous year [2] Annual Forecast - Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $3.79 per share and revenue of $3.21 billion for the year, indicating changes of +6.76% and +7.83% respectively compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent modifications to analyst estimates for DocuSign indicate shifting business dynamics, with upward revisions suggesting analysts' positive outlook on the company's profitability [4] Stock Performance Correlation - Research shows that revisions in estimates correlate with stock price performance, and the Zacks Rank model utilizes these changes to provide an operational rating system [5] Zacks Rank and Valuation - DocuSign currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with a Forward P/E ratio of 14.8, which is lower than the industry average Forward P/E of 23.12 [6] - The PEG ratio for DocuSign is 1.04, compared to the Internet - Software industry's average PEG ratio of 1.39 [7] Industry Ranking - The Internet - Software industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 73, placing it in the top 30% of over 250 industries [7][8]

Company Performance - Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG) closed at $287.35, down 2.38% from the previous session, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.55% [1] - The company's shares have decreased by 19.12% over the past month, while the Oils-Energy sector gained 7.71% and the S&P 500 increased by 0.71% during the same period [1] Earnings Expectations - The upcoming earnings report is expected to show an EPS of $2.17, reflecting an 11.07% decline from the same quarter last year, with projected net sales of $5.48 billion, up 1.83% year-over-year [2] - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are estimated at $9.3 per share, indicating a 7.27% increase, while revenue is projected to remain flat at $24.35 billion compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Forecasts - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Constellation Energy Corporation should be monitored, as they often indicate short-term business trends [4] - Positive estimate revisions are viewed as a sign of optimism regarding the company's business outlook [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - The Zacks Rank system currently rates Constellation Energy Corporation as 3 (Hold), with no changes in the EPS estimate over the past month [6] - The company has a Forward P/E ratio of 26.1, which is a premium compared to the industry average of 18.9, and a PEG ratio of 1.69, higher than the industry average PEG ratio of 1.38 [7] Industry Context - The Alternative Energy - Other industry, which includes Constellation Energy, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 167, placing it in the bottom 32% of over 250 industries [8] - Historically, the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [8]

Company Performance - BP's stock closed at $35.92, reflecting a gain of +2.19% from the previous trading session, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.16% [1] - Over the past month, BP's stock has risen by 1.65%, which is below the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 5.62% and above the S&P 500's loss of 0.42% [1] Upcoming Financial Results - BP is set to announce its earnings on February 10, 2026, with an anticipated EPS of $0.57, representing a 29.55% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] - The consensus estimate for quarterly revenue is $60.29 billion, up 25.38% from the year-ago period [2] Annual Forecast - Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $2.85 per share and revenue of $205.1 billion for the entire year, indicating a decrease of -12.58% in earnings and no change in revenue compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for BP reflect evolving short-term business trends, with upward revisions indicating analysts' positivity towards the company's operations [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, currently ranks BP as 3 (Hold) [6] Valuation Metrics - BP is trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 13.34, which is a premium compared to the industry average Forward P/E of 11.84 [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.91, compared to the average PEG ratio of 2.1 for the Oil and Gas - Integrated - International industry [8] Industry Context - The Oil and Gas - Integrated - International industry, which includes BP, ranks in the bottom 5% of all industries according to the Zacks Industry Rank [9]

Core Viewpoint - UnitedHealth Group's stock has shown resilience with a recent increase, but upcoming earnings are expected to reflect a significant decline in earnings per share year-over-year [1][2]. Financial Performance - UnitedHealth Group closed at $347.75, up 2.75% from the previous trading session, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.16% [1]. - The company is projected to report earnings of $2.09 per share on January 27, 2026, indicating a year-over-year decline of 69.31% [2]. - For the full year, earnings are estimated at $16.3 per share, reflecting a decrease of 41.07%, while revenue is expected to remain flat at $447.7 billion [3]. Analyst Estimates - Recent changes in analyst estimates are crucial for investors, as they often indicate the latest business trends and outlook [3]. - The consensus EPS projection has increased by 0.01% in the past 30 days, and UnitedHealth Group currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5]. Valuation Metrics - UnitedHealth Group has a Forward P/E ratio of 19.23, which is higher than the industry average of 15.58, suggesting it is trading at a premium [6]. - The company has a PEG ratio of 2.04, compared to the industry average of 1.04, indicating a higher valuation relative to projected earnings growth [7]. Industry Context - The Medical - HMOs industry, to which UnitedHealth Group belongs, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 215, placing it in the bottom 13% of over 250 industries [7][8].

Company Performance - Paypal's stock closed at $55.89, reflecting a +1.47% change from the previous day's closing price, outperforming the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.16% [1] - Over the past month, Paypal's shares have decreased by 7.29%, while the Business Services sector and the S&P 500 have lost 3.02% and 0.42%, respectively [1] Earnings Estimates - The upcoming earnings release for Paypal is expected to show an EPS of $1.29, indicating an 8.4% growth compared to the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $8.76 billion, reflecting a 4.73% increase from the equivalent quarter last year [2] - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are estimated at $5.33 per share, with revenue expected to be $33.24 billion, showing changes of +14.62% and 0%, respectively, from the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates and Valuation - Recent modifications to analyst estimates for Paypal indicate short-term business trends, with positive revisions seen as a favorable sign for the business outlook [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which evaluates estimate changes, currently ranks Paypal at 4 (Sell), with the consensus EPS estimate moving 1.51% lower over the last 30 days [6] - Paypal's Forward P/E ratio stands at 9.55, indicating a discount compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 12.35 [6] Industry Context - Paypal has a PEG ratio of 0.69, which is lower than the average PEG ratio of 0.93 for the Financial Transaction Services industry [7] - The Financial Transaction Services industry is part of the Business Services sector and currently holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 180, placing it in the bottom 27% of over 250 industries [8]

Core Viewpoint - Zscaler is expected to report strong financial results, with anticipated earnings growth and revenue increase, despite recent stock performance lagging behind broader market indices [2][3]. Financial Performance - Analysts expect Zscaler to post earnings of $0.89 per share, marking a year-over-year growth of 14.1% [2]. - The consensus estimate for revenue is $798 million, reflecting a 23.17% increase from the prior-year quarter [2]. - Full-year estimates project earnings of $3.8 per share and revenue of $3.29 billion, representing year-over-year changes of +15.85% and +23.14%, respectively [3]. Analyst Sentiment - Recent changes in analyst estimates for Zscaler indicate a positive outlook for the business [3]. - Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has increased by 16.67% [5]. Valuation Metrics - Zscaler has a Forward P/E ratio of 54.34, which is higher than the industry average of 51.12, suggesting it is trading at a premium [6]. - The PEG ratio for Zscaler is 2.98, compared to the industry average of 2.66, indicating a higher valuation relative to expected earnings growth [6]. Industry Context - The Security industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 100, placing it in the top 41% of over 250 industries [7]. - Historically, the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [7].

In the latest close session, Qualcomm (QCOM) was up +1.49% at $156.37. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.16%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 1.21%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.18%. Prior to today's trading, shares of the chipmaker had lost 11.83% lagged the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.07% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.42%.The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Qualcomm in its ...

Company Performance - Dell Technologies (DELL) experienced a decline of 7.85% in its stock price, closing at $111.07, underperforming the S&P 500 which fell by 2.06% [1] - Prior to the recent trading session, DELL shares had already decreased by 4.8%, lagging behind the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.71% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.63% [1] Earnings Forecast - Dell Technologies is expected to announce its earnings on February 26, 2026, with a predicted EPS of $3.51, reflecting a growth of 30.97% compared to the same quarter last year [2] - The consensus estimate for revenue is $31.62 billion, indicating a 32.12% increase from the same quarter last year [2] Annual Estimates - For the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $9.95 per share and revenue of $111.76 billion, representing increases of 22.24% and 16.95% respectively compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Changes in analyst estimates for Dell Technologies are crucial as they often indicate shifts in near-term business trends, with positive changes suggesting a favorable outlook on business health and profitability [4] Stock Performance Correlation - Research indicates that alterations in earnings estimates are directly linked to stock price performance in the near future, with the Zacks Rank model developed to provide actionable ratings based on these changes [5] Zacks Rank - Dell Technologies currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with the consensus EPS estimate remaining unchanged over the last 30 days [6] Valuation Metrics - Dell Technologies is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.11, which is higher than the industry average of 11.13 [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.74, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 1.57 [7] Industry Context - The Computer - Micro Computers industry, part of the broader Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 237, placing it in the bottom 4% of over 250 industries [8]

Company Performance - Alphabet's stock closed at $322.00, down 2.42%, underperforming the S&P 500's loss of 2.06% [1] - Over the past month, Alphabet's shares gained 6.53%, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.71% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.63% [1] Upcoming Earnings - Alphabet's earnings report is scheduled for February 4, 2026, with an expected EPS of $2.59, indicating a 20.47% growth year-over-year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $94.6 billion, reflecting a 15.9% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] Full Year Estimates - For the full year, analysts expect earnings of $10.58 per share and revenue of $340.26 billion, marking changes of +31.59% and 0% respectively from the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes in analyst estimates indicate a positive outlook for Alphabet's business performance and profit potential [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, currently ranks Alphabet at 3 (Hold) [6] Valuation Metrics - Alphabet's Forward P/E ratio is 29.88, which is a premium compared to the industry average of 17.85 [7] - The PEG ratio for Alphabet is 1.82, compared to the Internet - Services industry average of 1.76 [7] Industry Ranking - The Internet - Services industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 67, placing it in the top 28% of over 250 industries [8]

Company Performance - V.F. (VFC) closed at $18.82, down 1.88% from the previous trading session, underperforming the S&P 500 which lost 0.06% [1] - Over the past month, VFC shares appreciated by 4.47%, outperforming the Consumer Discretionary sector's loss of 1.49% and the S&P 500's gain of 1.99% [1] Upcoming Earnings Report - V.F. is scheduled to release its earnings on January 28, 2026, with an expected EPS of $0.43, indicating a 30.65% decline compared to the same quarter last year [2] - The consensus estimate projects revenue of $2.76 billion, reflecting a 2.6% fall from the equivalent quarter last year [2] Full-Year Estimates - Zacks Consensus Estimates for V.F. call for earnings of $0.69 per share and revenue of $9.29 billion, representing year-over-year changes of -6.76% and -3.67%, respectively [3] - Recent changes to analyst estimates for V.F. may indicate shifting business trends, with positive alterations suggesting analyst optimism [3] Valuation Metrics - V.F. has a Forward P/E ratio of 27.65, which is a premium compared to the industry average Forward P/E of 16.77 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.8, while the Textile - Apparel industry holds an average PEG ratio of 2.96 [6] Industry Ranking - The Textile - Apparel industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector and currently holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 62, placing it in the top 26% of over 250 industries [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]