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Shares of automation software company UiPath (NYSE:PATH) jumped 24.2% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong third-quarter 2025 financial results, beating analyst expectations for both revenue and profit. 

Shares of fashion conglomerate PVH (NYSE:PVH) fell 11.8% in the afternoon session after the company's weak earnings guidance for the upcoming quarter overshadowed its third-quarter revenue and profit beat. The Calvin Klein parent company's third-quarter revenue of $2.29 billion was in line with analyst expectations, while its adjusted earnings per share of $2.83 beat estimates. However, investors focused on the negatives. The adjusted profit was still down from $3.03 in the same quarter last year. More significantly, the company's earnings per share guidance for the next quarter and its constant currency revenue both fell short of Wall Street’s estimates. The results were described as a "softer quarter," contributing to the negative investor sentiment that sent the stock sharply lower.

Shares of social network operator Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after reports indicated the company planned significant budget cuts for its metaverse division, Reality Labs. 

Shares of cloud data platform provider Snowflake (NYSE:SNOW) fell 11.3% in the afternoon session after the company's forward-looking guidance for the fourth quarter disappointed investors, even though its third-quarter results beat expectations. While Snowflake reported third-quarter revenue of $1.21 billion and an adjusted profit of $0.35 per share, both surpassing Wall Street's estimates, the positive news was overshadowed by its forecast. The company guided for fourth-quarter product revenue with a midpoint of $1.20 billion. This projection signaled a continued slowdown in growth, representing a deceleration from the 28.7% year-over-year revenue growth rate reported for the third quarter. The softer-than-expected outlook for future growth was the primary reason for the negative market reaction.

Shares of discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) jumped 2.4% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results and raised its full-year earnings forecast. The discount retailer's adjusted earnings per share landed at $1.21, which surpassed analysts' expectations. Revenue for the quarter also climbed 9.4% to $4.7 billion, helped by a 4.2% increase in same-store sales. Following the strong performance, Dollar Tree lifted its financial outlook for the full year. The company projected adjusted earnings per share in a range of $5.60 to $5.80, up from its previous forecast. It also raised its sales expectations. The positive report led several analysts to increase their price targets for the stock.

Shares of filtration equipment manufacturer Donaldson (NYSE:DCI) jumped 7.6% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter 2025 results that beat analyst estimates for both revenue and earnings and slightly raised its full-year guidance. Donaldson announced sales of $935.4 million, a 3.9% increase from the previous year. The company posted an adjusted earnings per share of $0.94, which was 13.3% higher year on year and surpassed expectations. Following the performance, Donaldson slightly boosted its full-year outlook, raising the midpoint for its adjusted earnings guidance to $4.03 per share.

Shares of digital lending platform LendingClub (NYSE:LC) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan raised its price target on the company's stock to $25 from $22 while maintaining an 'Overweight' rating. The investment bank also identified Lending Club as its 'Top Pick,' noting the new target represented a potential 33% upside. This positive view came on the heels of other favorable news for the company. LendingClub had recently reported third-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations. The company also announced a $100 million stock repurchase program and revealed a new partnership to enter the home improvement financing market, a sector valued at $500 billion.

Shares of insurance software provider Guidewire Software (NYSE:GWRE) fell 1.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced third-quarter 2025 financial results that beat analyst expectations and included a raised full-year forecast. This decline occurred despite the positive report, which detailed revenue of $332.6 million, up 26.5% from the prior year. The results surpassed estimates, and the company also lifted its full-year revenue guidance. Growth was supported by a 21.6% year-over-year increase in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), a key metric for software firms. The negative stock reaction may be a case of investors taking profits, as the shares had jumped 4.9% immediately following the announcement.

Shares of hotel and casino entertainment company Caesars Entertainment (NASDAQ:CZR) fell 2.9% in the afternoon session after Jefferies downgraded the stock to Hold from Buy and other investment firms cut their price targets, citing concerns over the company's growth prospects and digital operations. The downgrade from Jefferies was prompted by worries about the company's growth path and a 46% drop in earnings from its digital gaming division. Other analysts also expressed caution, with CFRA lowering its price target due to concerns about Caesars' balance sheet. Stifel also reduced its price target, pointing to disappointing digital performance. The wave of negative analyst sentiment followed the company's announcement that Vice Chair of the Board Don Kornstein planned to retire, effective December 31, 2025.

Shares of memory chips maker Micron (NYSE:MU) fell 3.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced its decision to exit the crucial consumer memory business to focus on more strategic growth areas. This move involved shutting down its well-known "Crucial" brand, which sold products like RAM and SSDs. The company stated it would redirect resources toward the rapidly growing demand for advanced memory chips used in artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers. While the company planned to continue shipping consumer products until early 2026 to ensure a smooth transition, the announcement marked a significant shift in its business focus. The stock's drop suggested investor concern regarding the strategic change.

Shares of custom-engineered solutions manufacturer Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) fell 10.4% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter results that showed a steep year-over-year sales decline, overshadowing revenue that came in ahead of estimates. The custom-engineered solutions manufacturer posted an adjusted loss of $0.19 per share, which was in line with analysts' expectations. Although total revenue of $246.9 million beat expectations, it still marked a 15.6% drop from the same period in the previous year. While the company reconfirmed its full-year revenue guidance, the market's reaction suggested investors were more focused on the significant drop in current sales and the reported loss.

Shares of specialty insurance provider Skyward Specialty Insurance (NASDAQ:SKWD) jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after the company received the necessary regulatory approvals for its acquisition of Apollo Group Holdings Limited and announced strong financial guidance for 2026. The transaction was expected to close early in the first quarter of 2026. Looking ahead, Skyward Specialty projected its gross written premiums for the 2026 fiscal year to be between $2.65 billion and $2.8 billion. The company also forecast net income to range from $207 million to $216 million. In response to these developments, a Citizens JMP analyst maintained a Buy rating on the stock and increased the price target to $80 from $75 per share, signaling confidence in the company's direction.

Shares of packaged foods company Hormel (NYSE:HRL) jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after the company provided an optimistic financial outlook for its 2026 fiscal year, which overshadowed mixed third-quarter results. Although Hormel's revenue of $3.19 billion slightly missed analyst estimates, its adjusted earnings of $0.32 per share surpassed Wall Street's expectations. Investors appeared to focus more on the future, as Hormel projected its adjusted earnings for the 2026 fiscal year to be between $1.43 and $1.51 per share, on revenues of $12.2 billion to $12.5 billion. This forecast came in ahead of what analysts had anticipated. The positive guidance was a key factor in the stock's rise, even as the company noted that profitability in the recent quarter was challenged by high input costs.

Shares of personal wellness company WeightWatchers (NASDAQ:WW) fell 3.4% in the afternoon session after investors reacted to weak analyst sentiment and a recent earnings report that showed a significant miss on profits. The company reported a loss per share of $0.44, which was wider than the consensus estimate of a $0.14 loss. This indicated that the company's financial performance was worse than experts had predicted. Although the company's revenue of $172.09 million slightly beat expectations, the larger-than-expected loss seemed to be the primary concern driving the stock down. The overall analyst view was cautious, with an average rating of "Reduce" based on two "Hold" ratings and one "Sell" rating.

Shares of defense, intelligence, and IT solutions provider CACI International (NYSE:CACI) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after the company secured a five-year task order valued at up to $145 million to provide engineering support services to the U.S. Navy's Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. The work was intended to help maintain fleet readiness, particularly for undersea platforms requiring rapid deployment. This support covered multiple submarine and submersible engineering areas focused on modernization, maintenance, and repair activities. This news followed another announcement that CACI received a three-year task order worth up to $79 million to support the US Army's efforts in countering electronic warfare threats. Together, the contracts highlighted the company's continued success in securing significant government work.

Shares of electricity storage and software provider Fluence (NASDAQ:FLNC) jumped 15.9% in the afternoon session after UBS significantly increased its price target on the energy storage company's stock to $22 from $8. This move came even as the bank kept its "Neutral" rating. According to UBS, the large target increase reflected Fluence's high growth rate compared to its peers and better visibility into improving gross margins, which are a measure of profitability. The positive analyst action followed a similar update from the previous day, when Citigroup also maintained a "Neutral" rating but boosted its price target on the stock to $20 from $7.50.

Shares of railcar products and services provider Trinity (NYSE:TRN) jumped 2.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced it was increasing its quarterly dividend. Trinity Industries declared it would raise its quarterly dividend to 31 cents per share, up from the previous 30 cents. This move marked the company's seventh consecutive year of dividend growth. The distribution also represented its 247th consecutively paid dividend to stockholders. Such a long history of consistent dividend payments and increases often signals to investors that a company is financially healthy and confident in its future, underscoring its commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Shares of government IT services provider Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:SAIC) jumped 16.6% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter results that beat profit estimates and raised its full-year guidance. While revenue for the quarter was in line with Wall Street's expectations at $1.87 billion, it marked a 5.6% decrease year-over-year. However, investors focused on the company's strong profitability. SAIC posted adjusted earnings of $2.58 per share, significantly surpassing analyst estimates by over 20%. Adjusted EBITDA, a measure of core profitability, also came in 5% ahead of consensus at $185 million. Building on this strong performance, SAIC lifted its adjusted earnings per share forecast for the full year to a midpoint of $9.90.

Cybersecurity AI platform provider SentinelOne (NYSE:S) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 22.9% year on year to $258.9 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $271 million was less impressive, coming in 0.8% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.07 per share was 31.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Medical device company CooperCompanies (NASDAQ:COO) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 4.6% year on year to $1.07 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $1.02 billion, coming in 0.6% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.15 per share was 3.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

IoT solutions provider Samsara (NYSE:IOT) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 29.2% year on year to $416 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $422 million at the midpoint, 0.7% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.15 per share was 26.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

EV charging solutions provider ChargePoint Holdings (NYSE:CHPT) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 6.1% year on year to $105.7 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was optimistic at $105 million at the midpoint, 2.5% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP loss of $2.23 per share was 3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Enterprise technology company Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE:HPE) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales rose 14.4% year on year to $9.68 billion. Next quarter’s revenue guidance of $9.2 billion underwhelmed, coming in 6.4% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.62 per share was 6.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Business intelligence platform Domo (NASDAQ:DOMO) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $79.4 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $78.5 million was less impressive, coming in 0.9% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.01 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Electronic signature company DocuSign (NASDAQ:DOCU) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8.4% year on year to $818.4 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $827 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.01 per share was 10.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

American firearms manufacturer Smith & Wesson (NASDAQ:SWBI) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 3.9% year on year to $124.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.04 per share was $0.02 above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Personalized clothing company Stitch Fix (NASDAQ:SFIX) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.3% year on year to $342.1 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($337.5 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 9.6% above what analysts were expecting. Its GAAP loss of $0.05 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Clothing and footwear retailer Zumiez (NASDAQ:ZUMZ) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 7.5% year on year to $239.1 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was optimistic at $293.5 million at the midpoint, 2.7% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.55 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Beauty, cosmetics, and personal care retailer Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:ULTA) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 12.9% year on year to $2.86 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $12.3 billion at the midpoint came in 2% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $5.14 per share was 11.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Outdoor specialty retailer Sportsman's Warehouse (NASDAQ:SPWH) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 2.2% year on year to $331.3 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.08 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

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Academic publishing company John Wiley & Sons (NYSE:WLY) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 1.1% year on year to $421.8 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.10 per share was 13.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Used-car retailer America’s Car-Mart (NASDAQ:CRMT) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 1.2% year on year to $350.2 million. Its GAAP loss of $2.71 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Government IT services provider Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:SAIC) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 5.6% year on year to $1.87 billion. The company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $7.3 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.58 per share was 20.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Footwear, apparel, and accessories retailer Genesco (NYSE:GCO) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 3.3% year on year to $616.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.79 per share was 8.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Discount retailer Dollar General (NYSE:DG) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 4.6% year on year to $10.65 billion. Its GAAP profit of $1.28 per share was 37.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Filtration equipment manufacturer Donaldson (NYSE:DCI) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 3.9% year on year to $935.4 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.94 per share was 1.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Packaged foods company Hormel (NYSE:HRL) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025 as sales only rose 1.5% year on year to $3.19 billion. On the other hand, the company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $12.35 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.32 per share was 6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Automation software company UiPath (NYSE:PATH) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 15.9% year on year to $411.1 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $464.5 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.16 per share was 9.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 37.2% year on year to $4.75 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $5.45 billion at the midpoint, 0.6% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.21 per share was 11.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Insurance software provider Guidewire Software (NYSE:GWRE) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 26.5% year on year to $332.6 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $342 million at the midpoint, 1.5% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.66 per share was 7.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Cloud data platform provider Snowflake (NYSE:SNOW) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 28.7% year on year to $1.21 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.35 per share was 12.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

CRM software giant Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 8.6% year on year to $10.26 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $11.18 billion, coming in 2.5% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.25 per share was 13.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Customer experience management platform Sprinklr (NYSE:CXM) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9.2% year on year to $219.1 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($217 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 3.1% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.12 per share was 32% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Enterprise AI software company C3.ai (NYSE:AI) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 20.3% year on year to $75.15 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $76 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.25 per share was 24.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Discount retailer Five Below (NASDAQ:FIVE) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 23.1% year on year to $1.04 billion. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($1.60 billion at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 3.6% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.68 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Young adult apparel retailer Tilly’s (NYSE:TLYS) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 2.7% year on year to $139.6 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $148.5 million at the midpoint, 1.6% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP loss of $0.05 per share was 83.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Department store chain Macy’s (NYSE:M) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $4.91 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $21.55 billion at the midpoint came in 1.1% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.09 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Wall Street has issued downbeat forecasts for the stocks in this article. These predictions are rare - financial institutions typically hesitate to say bad things about a company because it can jeopardize their other revenue-generating business lines like M&A advisory.

Exciting developments are taking place for the stocks in this article. They’ve all surged ahead of the broader market over the last month as catalysts such as new products and positive media coverage have propelled their returns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stocks under $10 pique our interest because they have room to grow (as well as the most affordable option contract premiums). That doesn’t mean they’re bargains though, and we urge investors to be careful as many have risky business models.

Banks play a critical role in the financial system, providing everything from commercial loans to wealth management and payment processing services. Furthermore, economic conditions have supported loan growth and fee income, a trend that has enabled the banking industry to return 13.2% over the past six months, almost identical to the S&P 500.

Regarded as defensive investments, consumer staples stocks are generally safe bets in choppy markets. But they’re also double-edged swords as they often lag in booming conditions, and this pattern has persisted recently. Over the past six months, the industry has recorded a loss of 8.2%, a far cry from the S&P 500’s 14.4% ascent.

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.

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.

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

Large-cap stocks usually command their industries because they have the scale to drive market trends. The flip side though is that their sheer size can limit growth as expanding further becomes an increasingly challenging task.

The stocks featured in this article are seeing some big returns. Over the past month, they’ve outpaced the market due to some combination of positive news, upbeat results, or supportive macro developments. As such, investors are taking notice and bidding up shares.

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

Companies with more cash than debt can be financially resilient, but that doesn’t mean they’re all strong investments. Some lack leverage because they struggle to grow or generate consistent profits, making them unattractive borrowers.

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.

A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.

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.

Business services providers use their specialized expertise to help enterprises streamline operations and cut costs. But increasing competition from AI-driven upstarts has tempered enthusiasm, limiting the industry’s gains to 9.1% over the past six months. This return lagged the S&P 500’s 14.4% climb.

When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention. These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.

The stocks featured in this article have all approached their 52-week highs. When these price levels hit, it typically signals strong business execution, positive market sentiment, or significant industry tailwinds.

Even if they go mostly unnoticed, industrial businesses are the backbone of our country. But their prominence also brings high exposure to the ups and downs of economic cycles. Luckily, the tide is turning in their favor as the industry’s 18.1% return over the past six months has topped the S&P 500 by 3.8 percentage points.

A surplus of cash can mean financial stability, but it can also indicate a reluctance (or inability) to invest in growth. Some of these companies also face challenges like stagnating revenue, declining market share, or limited scalability.

Hitting a new 52-week low can be a pivotal moment for any stock. These floors often mark either the beginning of a turnaround story or confirmation that a company faces serious headwinds.

Business services providers play a critical role for enterprises, assisting them with everything from new hardware integrations to consulting and marketing. Still, investors are uneasy as firms face challenges from AI-driven disruptors and tightening corporate budgets. These doubts have certainly contributed to services stocks’ recent underperformance - over the past six months, the industry’s 9.1% gain has fallen behind the S&P 500’s 14.4% rise.

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.