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RTX's Arm Wins a $1B Contract to Aid Standard Missile-3 Program
ZACKS· 2025-05-21 16:21
RTX Corporation’s (RTX) unit, Raytheon, recently secured a $1 billion contract involving the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block missile. Work related to this contract will be performed in Tucson, AZ, and Huntsville, AL.Details of RTX’s DealPer the terms of this deal, RTX will procure and deliver up to 55 SM-3 Block IB All-Up Rounds that are manufactured, assembled and tested in accordance with the SM-3 Block IB specifications. This contract is projected to be completed by March 31, 2031.The award has been prov ...
Are Medical Stocks Lagging DBV Technologies (DBVT) This Year?
ZACKS· 2025-05-21 14:46
Investors interested in Medical stocks should always be looking to find the best-performing companies in the group. DBV Technologies S.A. (DBVT) is a stock that can certainly grab the attention of many investors, but do its recent returns compare favorably to the sector as a whole? Let's take a closer look at the stock's year-to-date performance to find out.DBV Technologies S.A. is one of 999 companies in the Medical group. The Medical group currently sits at #4 within the Zacks Sector Rank. The Zacks Secto ...
Ascent AeroSystems and AgEagle Announce Strategic Collaboration to Integrate the RedEdge-P™ Camera with Spirit UAV
Globenewswire· 2025-05-21 13:25
Core Insights - Ascent AeroSystems and AgEagle have signed a memorandum of understanding to integrate AgEagle's RedEdge-P multispectral camera with Ascent's Spirit UAV, enhancing agricultural UAS capabilities [1][2][3] - The collaboration aims to provide high-quality data and improve precision in the agricultural sector, showcasing the flexibility and future-proof nature of Ascent's UAV platforms [3][4] Company Overview - Ascent AeroSystems, founded in 2014, specializes in rugged, coaxial unmanned aerial vehicles for defense, public safety, and industrial markets, emphasizing portability and durability [4][5] - AgEagle, established in 2010, focuses on providing full-stack UAS, sensors, and software solutions across various sectors, including agriculture, energy, and construction [6]
Agilysys (AGYS) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
ZACKS· 2025-05-19 22:16
Group 1 - Agilysys reported quarterly earnings of $0.54 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.26 per share, and showing an increase from $0.32 per share a year ago, resulting in an earnings surprise of 107.69% [1] - The company achieved revenues of $74.27 million for the quarter ended March 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.20%, and up from $62.22 million year-over-year [2] - Agilysys has outperformed consensus EPS estimates in all four of the last quarters [2] Group 2 - The stock has underperformed the market, losing approximately 34.7% since the beginning of the year, while the S&P 500 has gained 1.3% [3] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $0.37 on revenues of $73.98 million, and for the current fiscal year, it is $1.63 on revenues of $317.63 million [7] - The Computer - Integrated Systems industry, to which Agilysys belongs, is currently ranked in the top 39% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable industry outlook [8]
Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Upside for AptarGroup (ATR) Stock
ZACKS· 2025-05-19 17:21
AptarGroup (ATR) could be a solid addition to your portfolio given a notable revision in the company's earnings estimates. While the stock has been gaining lately, the trend might continue since its earnings outlook is still improving.Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this maker of consumer-product dispensing systems is driving estimates higher, which should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate re ...
AptarGroup (ATR) Upgraded to Strong Buy: Here's What You Should Know
ZACKS· 2025-05-19 17:01
AptarGroup (ATR) could be a solid addition to your portfolio given its recent upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). This upgrade is essentially a reflection of an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.The sole determinant of the Zacks rating is a company's changing earnings picture. The Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years is tracked by the sys ...
Toast's Strong Growth, Expanding Margins, And Market Dominance Make It A Buy
Seeking Alpha· 2025-05-19 13:03
Back in February , I argued that Toast Inc. ( TOST ) was way more than just a point-of-sale [POS] company. I felt like the market was missing something obvious — that Toast wasn’t just a cash register on a tablet. It wasWith over 15 years of experience in the markets and a degree in economics, I focus on breaking down companies with clarity and discipline. My goal is to give individual investors a straightforward, honest view—what’s working, what isn’t, and where the risks and opportunities actually are. I ...
IES Holdings, Inc. Appoints Matthew Simmes to Succeed Jeffrey Gendell as Chief Executive Officer
Globenewswire· 2025-05-19 11:45
HOUSTON, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IES Holdings, Inc. (or “IES” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: IESC) announced today that Matthew Simmes, President and Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Jeffrey Gendell as Chief Executive Officer effective July 1, 2025, in accordance with the Company’s executive succession plan. In addition, Mr. Simmes will continue in his role as President of the Company and will join the Board of Directors. Mr. Gendell, who was appointed Chairman of the Board in 2016 and Chief Execu ...
3 Best Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy in May
The Motley Fool· 2025-05-17 09:15
Market Overview - The stock market has rebounded significantly after a turbulent period, with the S&P 500 index recovering from a 19% decline and now up 1% year to date [1][2] Trade Relations and Corporate Earnings - Efforts by the Trump administration to negotiate bilateral trade deals have alleviated fears regarding trade wars and economic disruptions [2] - Strong corporate earnings, particularly in the AI sector, have contributed to increased investor optimism [2] Company Highlights Apple - Apple benefits from a temporary suspension of retaliatory tariffs between the U.S. and China, reducing uncertainty for the company [4] - China accounts for nearly 17% of Apple's global sales, and over 80% of iPhones are manufactured there [5] - In the fiscal second quarter, Apple reported a 5% year-over-year revenue increase and an 8% rise in earnings per share (EPS) to $1.65 [6] - Anticipation for the next-generation iOS 19 and iPhone 17, which will feature more AI-optimized capabilities, is expected to drive sales [7] - Shares are currently down about 18.5% from their 52-week high, presenting a potential buy opportunity [7] AppLovin - AppLovin's share prices have surged by 339% over the past year, driven by growth in AI-powered mobile advertising solutions [8] - In the first quarter, advertising revenue increased by 71% year over year, with EPS rising by 149% to $1.67 [9] - The company is expanding into e-commerce and video streaming, leveraging its AI capabilities for targeted advertising [10] - AppLovin trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 33, indicating a reasonable valuation given its growth trajectory [11] Super Micro Computer - Super Micro Computer is a key player in AI infrastructure, providing server systems that support Nvidia's AI chips [12] - The company faced challenges in 2024, including a DOJ probe, but an independent committee found no evidence of fraud, allowing it to file its audited annual report [13] - Supermicro excels in liquid cooling technology, which is expected to be adopted by over 30% of new data centers globally by 2025 [14] - Wall Street estimates project a 48% annual revenue growth for 2025, with the stock trading at a forward P/E of 22, indicating strong growth potential [15]
AMD Rises 31% in One Month: Should You Buy, Hold or Sell the Stock?
ZACKS· 2025-05-16 15:31
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) shares have soared 31.4% in the past month, outperforming the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s increase of 19.4% and the Zacks Computer – Integrated Systems industry’s growth of 22.5%.The outperformance can be attributed to AMD’s expanding portfolio, accretive acquisitions and rich partner base. The strong adoption of fifth-gen EPYC Turin processors and expanding Instinct AI accelerator deployments across hyperscalers and enterprises have also been major growth drivers for ...