[music] Stocks, bonds, ETFs, straight out of downtown Chicago. This is [music] Zach's Market Edge. Welcome to Zach's Market Edge, the [music] podcast about investing in your life. I'm your host, Tracy Brinick, and this week I'm going solo again to talk about the new Magnificent Stocks. I've kind of hinted at this on prior podcasts earlier this year when we were talking about just the hot breakout stocks and a lot of people have basically thrown in the towel on the MAG 7. I think 2025 was its final year so i ...

Market Overview - US equity futures are lower as traders assess the potential market impact of war with Iran and await significant US economic data including GDP and core PCE [1] - The S&P and Nasdaq futures are down 0.1% after trading positively overnight, with the "Magnificent Seven" stocks showing mixed performance [3] - Bond yields have reversed and are lower, while the USD remains flat; commodities show mixed results with base metals declining and precious metals, particularly gold, rallying above $5000 [1][11] Company Earnings and Stock Movements - Akamai Technologies (AKAM) shares fell 11% after a weaker-than-expected earnings outlook [3] - Ardelyx (ARDX) dropped 6% due to a softer sales forecast for its Ibsrela drug [3] - Copart (CPRT) fell 8% after reporting operating income that missed analyst estimates [3] - Floor & Decor (FND) rose 4% after exceeding earnings expectations for the fourth quarter [3] - Grail (GRAL) tumbled 47% after its cancer detection test failed to meet primary endpoints [3] - Harmonic (HLIT) increased by 9% due to strong book-to-bill ratios indicating growth potential [3] - Newmont (NEM) dropped 4% as it expects lower gold production this year [3] - Opendoor Technologies (OPEN) surged 19% after reporting better-than-expected revenue [3] - RingCentral (RNG) rose 10% after beating expectations and providing a positive forecast [3] - Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) increased by 4% as it anticipates positive sales growth [3] - Workiva Inc. (WK) gained 12% after reporting strong fourth-quarter results and optimistic forecasts [3] Economic Data and Inflation - Core personal consumption expenditure (PCE) data is expected to show an increase, which may influence interest rate decisions and the economic outlook [4] - Bloomberg Economics anticipates core inflation to accelerate, with a month-on-month increase of 0.32% in the core PCE deflator for December, raising the annual rate to 2.9% from 2.8% [4] - Wider inflation concerns are heightened by oil prices nearing a six-month high amid geopolitical tensions [5][6] Geopolitical Impact - The US military is deploying forces in the Middle East, with President Trump warning Iran of a limited strike if negotiations do not progress [6][35] - Geopolitical tensions have led to a cautious market sentiment, impacting stock performance and investor behavior [6][39]

Core Viewpoint - The industrial sector is experiencing positive momentum in 2026, driven by improved economic visibility and investor interest in cyclical stocks, with notable gains in the State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLI) which has risen 12.8% year to date [2]. Group 1: Industry Overview - The U.S. manufacturing activity has shown resilience, with leading indicators like new orders and capital spending stabilizing, encouraging investment in companies poised for economic growth [3]. - Easing input cost pressures and enhanced supply chain efficiency have improved margins for diversified industrial firms, while steady infrastructure spending continues to support demand, particularly for engineering and construction companies [3]. - Defense and aerospace stocks are benefiting from sustained government spending and a robust commercial aviation cycle, while transportation companies are seeing improvements in freight volumes and global trade normalization [4]. Group 2: Investment Opportunities - Kaiser Aluminum Corp. (KALU) is highlighted as a strong buy with an expected earnings growth rate of 142.6% for the current year, and a Zacks Consensus Estimate increase of 3.8% over the past 60 days [7]. - The Gorman-Rupp Company (GRC) is noted for its expected earnings growth rate of 8.4% for the current year, with a Zacks Consensus Estimate increase of 3.1% over the past 60 days [8]. - Century Aluminum Company (CENX) is projected to have an impressive earnings growth rate of 312.3% for the next year, with a Zacks Consensus Estimate increase of 42.1% over the past 60 days [9][10].

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Core Insights - Reliance, Inc. reported profits of $116.5 million or $2.22 per share for Q4 2025, an increase from $105.3 million or $1.93 per share in the same quarter last year, but fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.80 per share [1] - The company achieved net sales of $3,498.6 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of approximately 11.9%, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3,382.4 million [1] Segment Performance - Shipments increased by 5.8% year-over-year to 1,528.7 thousand tons, exceeding the estimate of 1,522.5 thousand tons, with the average selling price per ton rising 5.6% to $2,292, above the estimate of $2,271 [2] - Demand for non-residential construction, Reliance's largest end market, strengthened compared to Q4 2024, with expectations for continued healthy demand through Q1 2026 due to investments in data centers and public infrastructure [3] - The broader manufacturing market saw improved demand year-over-year, driven by growth in military, industrial machinery, and construction machinery sectors, with expectations for continued strength in Q1 [4] - Aerospace demand increased compared to the prior-year quarter, with expectations for consistent commercial aerospace demand in Q1 due to build-rate increases [5] - Demand for automotive toll processing services remained flat year-over-year, with steady performance expected in Q1, influenced by North American trade policy [6] - The semiconductor market experienced soft demand relative to Q4 2024, with elevated inventory levels impacting activity, and these headwinds are expected to persist into Q1 [7] Financial Position - As of December 31, 2025, Reliance held $216.6 million in cash and cash equivalents, with total outstanding debt of $1.43 billion, including $277 million borrowed under a $1.5 billion revolving credit facility [8] - The company generated $276.1 million in operating cash flow during Q4, demonstrating strong cash flow generation across various market conditions [8] - Reliance repurchased approximately 716,000 shares of common stock in Q4 at an average price of $279.30 per share, totaling $200.1 million [9] Outlook - Reliance anticipates healthy demand across diverse end markets in Q1, projecting a 5% to 7% increase in tons sold from the prior quarter [12] - The average selling price per ton is expected to rise by 3% to 5% sequentially, with a modest improvement in FIFO gross profit margin anticipated [13] - The company forecasts adjusted earnings per share in the range of $4.50 to $4.70 for Q1, accounting for an estimated LIFO expense of $25 million [13] Stock Performance - Reliance's shares have gained 11.2% over the past year, compared to the industry growth of 44.8% [14]

Construction company HOCHTIEF has been selected by the Federal Building Department to act as project partner in developing the Helmut Schmidt University campus of the German Armed Forces in Hamburg, Germany. The agreement involves multiple construction and planning partners alongside the client’s representative. According to HOCHTIEF, the total investment for the campus project stands at approximately €1bn ($1.1bn), with the company’s remit covering demolition works, extended shell construction, and fac ...

We can solve almost all of the immigration issues with the exception of maybe criminal gangs just by doing basic surveillance asking these businesses to show the pay stubs of the people working for them. And ICE has been doing this. They've already been doing this.You pick the number one employer of illegal aliens, 2.5% million people working construction. You start with the largest construction sites and then you work backwards. Then you start with the largest restaurant and hotel chains and work backwards ...

Core Viewpoint - Tutor Perini Corporation will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results on February 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time [1] Company Information - Tutor Perini Corporation is a leading civil, building, and specialty construction company [1] - Participants on the call will include Gary Smalley (CEO and President), Ryan Soroka (Executive Vice President and CFO), and Ronald Tutor (Executive Chairman) [1]

Core Insights - VINCI Autoroutes experienced a traffic decline of 1.9% in January 2026 compared to January 2025, with light vehicles down 2.2% and heavy vehicles down 0.9% due to adverse weather and fewer working days [2] - VINCI Airports reported a passenger traffic increase of 1.0% in January 2026 compared to January 2025, with notable growth in several regions, including a 4.1% increase in Portugal and 11% in Brazil, while the USA saw a significant decline of 15% [3][4] - Commercial movements at VINCI Airports decreased by 1.5% overall, with specific declines in the UK and Japan, while Costa Rica experienced a substantial increase of 25% [5][6] Summary of VINCI Autoroutes Traffic - Traffic at VINCI Autoroutes was negatively impacted by snowfall and farmers' blockades, with a stable trend expected if these factors were excluded [2] - The decline in heavy vehicle traffic was attributed to one fewer working day compared to January 2025 [2] Summary of VINCI Airports Passenger Traffic - Overall passenger traffic growth of 1% was observed across VINCI Airports, with specific increases in Portugal, Serbia, and Mexico, while the UK and USA experienced declines [3][4] - The slight decline in the UK was linked to reduced airline seat offerings at London Gatwick, and Japan's decrease was due to reduced traffic with China [4] Summary of VINCI Airports Commercial Movements - A 1.5% decrease in commercial movements was noted, with the UK and Japan showing significant declines, while Costa Rica and Cabo Verde reported notable increases [5][6]