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Healthcare distributor and services company Cardinal Health (NYSE:CAH) will be announcing earnings results this Tuesday before market open. Here’s what to look for.

Tax preparation company H&R Block (NYSE:HRB) will be reporting results this Tuesday after the bell. Here’s what investors should know.

E-commerce and gaming company Sea (NYSE:SE) will be reporting results this Tuesday morning. Here’s what to expect.

Digital storytelling platform WEBTOON (NASDAQ:WBTN) will be reporting earnings this Tuesday after market close. Here’s what investors should know.

Water handling and recycling company Aris Water (NYSE:ARIS) will be announcing earnings results this Monday after market hours. Here’s what to expect.

Heating and cooling solutions company AAON (NASDAQ:AAON) will be reporting results this Monday before the bell. Here’s what you need to know.

Electricity storage and software provider Fluence (NASDAQ:FLNC) will be reporting results this Monday after market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Content production and distribution company Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) will be reporting earnings this Monday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Waste and recycling services provider Quest Resource (NASDAQ:QRHC) will be reporting earnings this Monday after the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Industrial processing equipment and solutions provider Hillenbrand (NYSE:HI) will be reporting results this Monday after the bell. Here’s what investors should know.

Fuel cell technology Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) will be announcing earnings results this Monday afternoon. Here’s what investors should know.

Aerospace and defense company Mercury Systems (NASDAQ:MRCY) will be reporting earnings this Monday afternoon. Here’s what you need to know.

Railway infrastructure company L.B. Foster (NASDAQ:FSTR) will be announcing earnings results this Monday before market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Project management software maker Monday.com (NASDAQ:MNDY) will be reporting results this Monday morning. Here’s what to look for.

Medical supply and logistics company Owens & Minor (NYSE:OMI) will be announcing earnings results this Monday before market hours. Here’s what you need to know.

Programmatic advertising platform Pubmatic (NASDAQ: PUBM) will be announcing earnings results this Monday after market close. Here’s what to expect.

3D printing company 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) will be reporting earnings this Monday after market close. Here’s what investors should know.

Personal wellness company WeightWatchers (NASDAQ:WW) will be reporting earnings this Monday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Action camera company GoPro (NASDAQ:GPRO) will be reporting results this Monday after market close. Here’s what to expect.

Education company Lincoln Educational (NASDAQ:LINC) will be reporting results this Monday morning. Here’s what you need to know.

Global media and entertainment company iHeartMedia (NASDAQ:IHRT) will be announcing earnings results this Monday afternoon. Here’s what to look for.

Broadband and telecommunications services provider WideOpenWest (NYSE:WOW) will be announcing earnings results this Monday before market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Online used car auction platform ACV Auctions (NASDAQ:ACVA) will be announcing earnings results this Monday after the bell. Here’s what you need to know.

Telecommunications services provider Telephone and Data Systems (NYSE:TDS) will be announcing earnings results this Monday morning. Here’s what to expect.

Theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) will be reporting earnings this Monday after market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Fresh produce company Dole (NYSE:DOLE) will be announcing earnings results this Monday before market open. Here’s what investors should know.

Wireless telecommunications provider U.S. Cellular (NYSE:USM) will be reporting results this Monday before market open. Here’s what you need to know.

Video sharing platform Rumble (NASDAQGM:RUM) will be reporting results this Monday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Visual content marketplace Getty Images (NYSE:GETY) will be reporting earnings this Monday after market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Diagnostic imaging company RadNet (NASDAQ:RDNT) will be announcing earnings results next tomorrow after market close. Here’s what to expect.

A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.

Large-cap stocks are known for their staying power and ability to weather market storms better than smaller competitors. However, their sheer size makes it more challenging to maintain high growth rates as they’ve already captured significant portions of their markets.

Banks use their capital and expertise to help businesses grow while offering consumers essential financial products like mortgages and credit cards. But concerns about loan losses and tightening regulations have tempered enthusiasm, and over the past six months, the banking industry has pulled back by 6.2%. This performance is a stark contrast from the S&P 500’s 5.2% gain.

Even if a company is profitable, it doesn’t always mean it’s a great investment. Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.

Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.

The best-performing stocks typically have robust sales growth, increasing margins, and rising returns on capital, and those that can maintain this trifecta year in and year out often become the legends of the investing world.

Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street. Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.

"You get what you pay for" often applies to expensive stocks with best-in-class business models and execution. While their quality can sometimes justify the premium, they typically experience elevated volatility during market downturns when expectations change.

Banks serve as the backbone of the economy, facilitating lending, deposits, and financial services that keep businesses and consumers moving forward. But worries about an economic slowdown and potential credit deterioration have kept sentiment in check, and over the past six months, the banking industry has tumbled by 6.2%. This drawdown is a far cry from the S&P 500’s 5.2% ascent.

Expensive stocks typically earn their valuations through superior growth rates that other companies simply can’t match. The flip side though is that these lofty expectations make them particularly susceptible to drawdowns when market sentiment shifts.

Wall Street’s bearish price targets for the stocks in this article signal serious concerns. Such forecasts are uncommon in an industry where maintaining cordial corporate relationships often trumps delivering the hard truth.

Megacap stocks dominate their sectors and their actions influence economies worldwide. The flip side though is that their sheer size means they have less room for explosive growth as scale works against them.

Many small-cap stocks have limited Wall Street coverage, giving savvy investors the chance to act before everyone else catches on. But the flip side is that these businesses have increased downside risk because they lack the scale and staying power of their larger competitors.

Small-cap stocks can be incredibly lucrative investments because their lack of analyst coverage leads to frequent mispricings. However, these businesses (and their stock prices) often stay small because their subscale operations make it harder to expand their competitive moats.

"Too big to fail" is how we would describe the megacap stocks in this article today. While they will likely stand the test of time, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows as their scale can limit their ability to find new sources of growth.

Over the past six months, Palo Alto Networks’s shares (currently trading at $167.03) have posted a disappointing 15% loss, well below the S&P 500’s 5.3% gain. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Pegasystems has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small loss of 2.7% while holding steady at $50.98. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 5.3% gain during that period.

Over the past six months, Covenant Logistics’s stock price fell to $23.22. Shareholders have lost 13.3% of their capital, which is disappointing considering the S&P 500 has climbed by 5.3%. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Honeywell has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small return of 3.8% while holding steady at $216.46.

Norfolk Southern has had an impressive run over the past six months as its shares have beaten the S&P 500 by 5.2%. The stock now trades at $280.02, marking a 10.5% gain. This performance may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments. Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.

United Rentals currently trades at $857.73 and has been a dream stock for shareholders. It’s returned 373% since August 2020, blowing past the S&P 500’s 89.8% gain. The company has also beaten the index over the past six months as its stock price is up 14.8% thanks to its solid quarterly results.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. Still, their generally high capital requirements expose them to the ups and downs of economic cycles, and the industry’s six-month return of 3.7% has fallen short of the S&P 500’s 5.3% rise.

Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages. Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.

A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.

Fresh Del Monte Produce has had an impressive run over the past six months as its shares have beaten the S&P 500 by 13.9%. The stock now trades at $36.44, marking a 19.1% gain. This was partly due to its solid quarterly results, and the run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.

Over the past six months, Procter & Gamble’s shares (currently trading at $153.55) have posted a disappointing 8.3% loss, well below the S&P 500’s 5.3% gain. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Running at a loss can be a red flag. Many of these businesses face mounting challenges as competition increases and funding becomes harder to secure.

Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article. While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.

The stocks in this article have caught Wall Street’s attention in a big way, with price targets implying returns above 20%. But investors should take these forecasts with a grain of salt because analysts typically say nice things about companies so their firms can win business in other product lines like M&A advisory.

Low-volatility stocks may offer stability, but that often comes at the cost of slower growth and the upside potential of more dynamic companies.

Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.

Big price moves aren’t necessarily a bad thing. Students of Ben Graham and Warren Buffett would even argue that volatility is good as it allows investors to take advantage of Mr. Market’s mood swings.

Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street. Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.

Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains. This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.

Over the past six months, First Solar has been a great trade, beating the S&P 500 by 8.2%. Its stock price has climbed to $184.79, representing a healthy 13.4% increase. This was partly due to its solid quarterly results, and the performance may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south. While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.

Over the past six months, WSFS Financial’s stock price fell to $53.50. Shareholders have lost 5.8% of their capital, which is disappointing considering the S&P 500 has climbed by 5.3%. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Looking back on automobile manufacturing stocks’ Q2 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including General Motors (NYSE:GM) and its peers.

Wrapping up Q2 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the professional tools and equipment stocks, including Kennametal (NYSE:KMT) and its peers.

Stock Yards Bank has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small loss of 2.7% while holding steady at $73.23. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 5.3% gain during that period.

Shares of healthcare professional network Doximity (NYSE:DOCS) jumped 11.6% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong second-quarter 2025 results that surpassed Wall Street's expectations and raised its full-year guidance. The digital platform for U.S. medical professionals reported revenue of $145.9 million, an increase of 15.2% year over year, and adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.36. These results comfortably beat analyst estimates, which called for $139.6 million in revenue and an adjusted EPS of $0.31. Furthermore, Doximity provided strong guidance for the next quarter, with its revenue forecast of $157.5 million coming in 5% above expectations. The company also raised its full-year revenue guidance to a midpoint of $632 million. The strong performance and optimistic outlook signaled healthy demand and operational efficiency, boosting investor confidence.

Shares of virtual events software company (NYSE:ONTF) jumped 5.6% in the afternoon session after the company reported second-quarter results that beat Wall Street's top and bottom-line estimates, but the report also highlighted continued struggles with revenue growth. The company posted revenue of $35.33 million and adjusted earnings per share of $0.02, surpassing analyst expectations of $34.66 million and $0.01, respectively. However, the positive surprise was tempered by underlying weakness, as revenue still declined 5.4% year-on-year. Furthermore, billings, a key indicator of future revenue, fell 14.3% year-on-year to $25.93 million, signaling persistent demand issues. For the full year, ON24 slightly raised its revenue guidance to $138.2 million at the midpoint but only reiterated its adjusted EPS forecast of $0.04, reflecting a mixed outlook for the company.

Shares of behavioral health company LifeStance Health (NASDAQ:LFST) jumped 11% in the afternoon session after the company reported mixed second-quarter 2025 results, delivering an earnings beat and a full-year profit forecast that topped Wall Street estimates. The mental healthcare provider's revenue for the quarter grew 10.6% year-over-year to $345.3 million, which was in line with analyst forecasts, driven by a 10.7% increase in sales volumes. On the bottom line, the company demonstrated improved profitability, posting a GAAP loss of $0.01 per share. This marked a significant improvement from the $0.06 per-share loss in the same period last year and beat consensus estimates for a $0.03 loss. Looking ahead, management provided a full-year Adjusted EBITDA forecast with a midpoint of $145 million, above analyst expectations. However, the company's revenue guidance for the next quarter came in below estimates, creating a mixed picture for investors.

Shares of laser company nLIGHT (NASDAQ:LASR) jumped 23.4% in the afternoon session after the company reported better-than-expected second-quarter results and issued strong forward-looking guidance. The laser technology specialist reported revenue of $61.74 million, a 22.2% year-over-year increase that beat analyst estimates. Additionally, the company posted an adjusted profit of $0.06 per share, a significant turnaround from a loss of $0.10 per share in the same period last year and well above consensus estimates for a $0.09 loss. Looking ahead, the company issued upbeat third-quarter revenue guidance of $64.5 million, which was nearly 14% above analyst expectations. The company also provided optimistic full-year EBITDA guidance, expecting $4 million at the midpoint, which blew past analyst projections of a loss. Overall, it was a strong quarter that impressed investors with better-than-expected profitability and an optimistic outlook.