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Shares of genetic testing company Myriad Genetics (NASDAQ:MYGN) jumped 2.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced it would present new data from eight studies at the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. 

Shares of fast-food chain Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK) jumped 2.1% in the afternoon session after RBC Capital Markets raised its price target on the stock to $25 from $16 and kept its outperform rating. This significant increase in the price target suggested a more optimistic outlook from the investment bank on the company's future stock performance. An "outperform" rating generally means the analyst believed the stock would do slightly better than the overall market. The new target of $25 represented a substantial jump from the previous $16 mark, signaling strong confidence from the analyst.

Shares of investment banking firm Moelis & Company (NYSE:MC) jumped 4.5% in the afternoon session after a positive outlook from Morgan Stanley suggested that advisory firms, including Moelis, were poised for a comeback. The investment bank predicted that Moelis, alongside peers Jefferies and Houlihan Lokey, was set for a strong run as sponsor-led deal activity appeared ready for a rebound. An increase in such transactions would directly benefit advisory firms whose core business is to guide companies through these deals. The commentary pointed to a more favorable business environment for the sector.

Shares of auto parts and accessories retailer O’Reilly Automotive (NASDAQ:ORLY) fell 4.2% in the afternoon session after peer company AutoZone reported first-quarter earnings that revealed underlying financial pressures. Although AutoZone's same-store sales grew, its gross profit as a percentage of sales decreased by 2.03% compared to the prior year. The company noted the drop in gross margin was due to a non-cash LIFO impact. Furthermore, operating expenses as a percentage of sales also increased, which AutoZone attributed to investments in its growth plans. The negative report from a key competitor appeared to weigh on investor sentiment for the broader auto parts retail sector, impacting O'Reilly's stock.

Shares of online fashion retailer Revolve (NASDAQ:RVLV) jumped 5.3% in the afternoon session after the company's luxury fashion division, FWRD, announced it was gaining market share and expanding its leadership globally. The positive development included the appointment of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as Fashion Director. The announcement also highlighted FWRD's recent success, with third-quarter results showing the impact of its investments. These delivered a 37% year-over-year increase in gross profit dollars in the third quarter of 2025. Furthermore, a key part of this success was FWRD's personal shopping program, which delivered more than 100% sales growth year-over-year through the first nine months of 2025, signaling strong customer demand.

Shares of fashion conglomerate Oxford Industries (NYSE:OXM) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after a positive earnings report from peer company G-III Apparel Group (GIII) lifted investor sentiment across the apparel sector. G-III, another player in the fashion industry, reported stronger-than-expected earnings per share and raised its full-year guidance. Although G-III's revenue came in slightly below forecasts, the improved profit outlook suggested healthy consumer demand and effective cost management. This positive news from a competitor appeared to create optimism that Oxford Industries might see similar strong performance in its own business operations.

Shares of health care services provider Encompass Health (NYSE:EHC) fell 3.1% in the afternoon session after investors reacted to weak near-term sentiment and concerns over the company's long-term financial health. The stock's performance had already been disappointing, posting a 6.5% loss over the previous six months, significantly lagging the S&P 500's gain. A deeper look into its financials revealed a slow sales growth of just 4.7% compounded annually over the last five years. Furthermore, the company's free cash flow margin had dropped by 1.3 percentage points during the same period. This backdrop of underwhelming financial metrics was compounded by analysis suggesting elevated downside risk for the shares.

Shares of online work marketplace Upwork (NASDAQ:UPWK) jumped 4.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced two key partnerships with embedded finance firm YouLend and artificial intelligence leader OpenAI. The deal with YouLend aimed to give U.S. freelancers, agencies, and small business owners better access to financing directly within the Upwork marketplace. This initiative already provided over $1 million in funding since its ramp-up period started. In a separate announcement, OpenAI revealed its partnership with Upwork as part of a larger effort to train people in AI. The collaboration was designed to make it easier for businesses to hire talent with specific AI skills, creating new economic opportunities for professionals on the platform.

Shares of global manufacturing solutions provider Flex (NASDAQ:FLEX) jumped 3.5% in the afternoon session after Goldman Sachs raised its price target on the shares, and the company pointed to strong growth in its AI data center and utility sectors. 

Shares of electricity storage and software provider Fluence (NASDAQ:FLNC) jumped 5.2% in the afternoon session after the stock rebounded from a sell-off in the previous session that was triggered by an analyst downgrade. The stock fell in the prior trading session after Mizuho downgraded the company's rating to Underperform from Neutral. The analyst who made the call pointed to concerns over the company's high valuation. However, this negative sentiment was countered by positive operational news. Fluence's UK subsidiary and partner Varco Energy announced that the first phase of their Sizing John battery storage project had entered full commercial operation. Additionally, Fluence was selected to expand the site in a second phase, a sign of continued business momentum. The rebound suggested that investors may have shifted their focus to the company's project progress rather than the analyst's valuation concerns.

Shares of online auto marketplace CarGurus (NASDAQ:CARG) jumped 4.6% in the afternoon session after the company launched PriceVantage, an AI-powered pricing tool for used vehicles. The solution used real-time consumer demand data from the company's automotive shopping platform to provide predictive pricing guidance. The goal was to give dealers a competitive edge by helping them sell cars faster and increase their profits. According to the announcement, dealers who used the PriceVantage recommendations saw a 71% average increase in daily shopper connections. Furthermore, the most engaged dealers achieved sale times that were five times faster than their main competitors on the CarGurus platform.

Shares of digital engineering services company EPAM Systems (NYSE:EPAM) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after the company announced the availability of seven new, high-impact AI agents on Google Cloud Marketplace. These solutions were designed to address complex challenges in sectors like finance, healthcare, and retail. The ready-to-use agents aimed to help clients with tasks such as automating Know Your Customer (KYC) processes, speeding up drug discovery, and streamlining clinical trial document creation. By offering these production-ready and secure tools, EPAM enabled clients to quickly adopt trusted technology. The collaboration was highlighted by Google Cloud's Managing Director, who noted that the partnership would help customers deploy and manage the advanced AI agents on Google's global infrastructure.

Shares of online legal service provider LegalZoom (NASDAQ:LZ) jumped 2.6% in the afternoon session after Bank of America upgraded its rating on the stock to a 'Buy'. The upgrade from the major financial firm signaled a positive outlook for the company's shares. In its note, the bank mentioned it saw substantial upside potential for LegalZoom. This vote of confidence likely spurred investor interest, leading to the stock's rise. The upward move also built on momentum from the previous trading session, where the stock had already posted a gain.

Shares of investment banking firm Evercore (NYSE:EVR) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after the company announced it received a license to operate in Saudi Arabia and planned to open a new office in Riyadh. The investment banking advisory firm secured an arranging license from the Capital Markets Authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This development allowed the company to establish a presence in Riyadh to provide independent advisory services to clients in the region. An executive noted that the Middle East represented a priority area for growth for the firm. The move marked a significant strategic expansion aimed at strengthening Evercore's footprint in the market and enhancing its global reach.

Shares of 3D printing company 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) fell 18.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced it agreed to exchange approximately $30.8 million of its convertible notes for about 16.6 million shares of common stock. This move, while aimed at reducing the company's debt, was viewed negatively by investors primarily due to the dilutive effect on existing shares. Issuing millions of new shares means that each existing share represents a smaller portion of the company. Compounding these concerns, 3D Systems confirmed that it would not receive any cash from the transaction, which raised questions about its financial flexibility. The exchange occurred as the company was already navigating challenging market conditions, and the market's reaction suggested that worries about shareholder dilution outweighed the benefit of a lower debt load.

Shares of eyewear retailer Warby Parker (NYSE:WRBY) jumped 5.6% in the afternoon session after the company announced it was collaborating with Google to develop lightweight artificial intelligence (AI) glasses, with an expected launch in 2026. The disclosure, made the previous day, set the first public timeline for the product's release. This move into smart eyewear is intended to blend Warby Parker's design expertise with Google's technology, including its Android XR platform and Gemini AI model. Adding to the positive sentiment, research firm Hedgeye called the stock the “retail stock to own in 2026” and suggested it could be a “10-bagger” in five years. The combination of a major tech partnership and a strong endorsement appeared to boost investor confidence in the company's future growth prospects.

Shares of medical lens company STAAR Surgical (NASDAQ:STAA) jumped 9.8% in the afternoon session after its merger partner, Alcon, increased its cash buyout offer for the company. Under the amended agreement, Alcon raised its bid from $28.00 to $30.75 per share, boosting the medical technology firm's total value to $1.6 billion. This represented an additional $150 million in equity value for STAAR's stockholders. The new, higher offer came after a "go-shop" period, where STAAR Surgical was permitted to look for competing bids, did not result in any other offers. STAAR's board approved the increased price and recommended that its shareholders vote in favor of the deal.

Shares of blockchain infrastructure company Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) jumped 1.8% in the afternoon session after crypto linked stocks soared as sentiment in the crypto market improved, following MicroStrategy's disclosure that it purchased an additional 10,624 bitcoins for approximately $962.7 million. 

Shares of retirement solutions provider Corebridge Financial (NYSE:CRBG) jumped 2% in the afternoon session after investors reacted positively to a strong consensus buy rating from market analysts. The general view among experts pointed towards a favorable outlook for the company. Reports aggregated ratings from multiple analysts, resulting in a consensus that ranged from "Moderate Buy" to "Strong Buy." For example, one summary based on 18 analysts landed on a "Moderate Buy." Another analysis, based on nine ratings, showed a "Strong Buy" consensus derived from seven buy ratings and two hold ratings. This positive sentiment was further supported by an average price target of $38.75, which suggested potential upside from its current trading level.

Shares of alternative asset manager Ares Management (NYSE:ARES) jumped 8.5% in the afternoon session after reports revealed the company was set to be included in the S&P 500 index. S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that Ares Management would replace Kellanova in the benchmark index before the market opened on December 11. Kellanova's removal from the index followed its planned acquisition by the privately held company Mars Inc. A stock's inclusion in a major index like the S&P 500 is often seen as a positive development. This is because investment funds that track the index are then required to buy shares of the newly added company to ensure their portfolios mirror the index's composition. This anticipated buying from large institutional investors created strong demand for the stock.

Shares of healthcare tech company GoodRx (NASDAQ:GDRX) fell 1.7% in the afternoon session after Barclays initiated coverage on the health-focused technology company with an "Underweight" rating and a $3 price target. The "Underweight" rating from analyst Glen Santangelo suggested a negative outlook for the stock's performance. This new rating came amidst a series of recent cautious views from other financial institutions. For instance, BofA had previously cut its price target on the stock to $3, and JPMorgan analysts also brought their price target down. This pattern showed a broader concern among analysts regarding the company's near-term outlook.

Shares of multinational media and entertainment corporation Paramount (NASDAQ:PSKY) fell 2.9% in the afternoon session after investors took profits following the stock's 9% rally in the previous session, which was fueled by the company's hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). Paramount had launched an all-cash offer of $30 per share, valuing Warner Bros. at approximately $108.4 billion. The move was an attempt to outbid an earlier agreement between Warner Bros. and Netflix. The initial news sent Paramount's shares soaring. However, the subsequent drop suggested the initial excitement cooled as investors considered the significant hurdles of a hostile takeover.

Shares of HR software provider Asure Software (NASDAQ:ASUR) jumped 2.3% in the afternoon session after Barrington Research maintained its 'Outperform' rating on the stock. An 'Outperform' rating suggested the analyst believed the company's stock would perform better than the broader market. Analyst Vincent Colicchio also kept the price target steady at $15.00. This action reaffirmed the research firm's consistent and positive outlook on Asure Software's potential. The maintained rating signaled continued confidence from the analyst regarding the company's prospects.

Shares of bitcoin development company Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) jumped 4.9% in the afternoon session after the company disclosed it purchased an additional 10,624 bitcoins for approximately $962.7 million. This acquisition, which marked its largest in several months, brought the company's total holdings to 660,624 bitcoins. The purchase was funded through the sale of company stock and reinforced its core strategy of holding Bitcoin as a primary treasury reserve asset. The move signaled the firm's strong belief in the long-term value of the cryptocurrency. This conviction was further highlighted when the company's CEO, Phong Le, stated there were no plans to sell its Bitcoin holdings until 2065, suggesting a commitment to hold through decades of potential volatility.

Shares of payment technology company Marqeta (NASDAQ:MQ) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after the company provided an optimistic business outlook at a conference and announced a new $100 million share buyback program. 

Shares of software supply chain platform JFrog (NASDAQ:FROG) jumped 4.8% in the afternoon session after analysts raised their price targets following the company's strong third-quarter performance. 

Shares of equipment rental company United Rentals (NYSE:URI) jumped 1.9% in the morning session after the company announced it acquired the Australian rental company Alfasi Hire. 

Shares of diversified healthcare company CVS Health (NYSE:CVS) jumped 3.2% in the morning session after the company raised its financial guidance for 2025 and provided a strong forecast for 2026 at its Investor Day event. 

Shares of plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) jumped 4% in the morning session after a partial recovery followed a significant sell-off in previous trading sessions. 

Shares of footwear company Caleres (NYSE:CAL) fell 10.4% in the morning session after It reported disappointing third-quarter results and issued a full-year profit forecast that was significantly below expectations. 

Shares of auto parts and accessories retailer Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:AAP) fell 6.1% in the morning session after competitor AutoZone reported first-quarter results that signaled potential weakness across the auto parts retail sector. While AutoZone's net sales grew, its gross margin compressed to 51.0%, and its diluted earnings per share (EPS) declined to $31.04. The drop in profitability for a major industry player raised concerns among investors about sector-wide challenges. This kind of pressure on margins and earnings at a key competitor often suggests that other companies in the same market, like Advance Auto Parts, could face similar headwinds.

Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG) jumped 3.9% in the morning session after RBC Capital raised its price target on the stock, and the company launched a new value-focused promotional meal. The investment bank increased its price target to $8 from $7 while keeping an Outperform rating on the shares. This analyst action coincided with the company's introduction of the 'Tis the Seasoned Harvest Bowl with Blackened Chicken. The meal was offered nationwide for a limited time at a price of $10 for members of its loyalty program. This was seen as one of the chain's strongest value plays yet to attract customers.

Shares of voice AI technology company SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:SOUN) fell 0.9% in the morning session after the stock extended its year-to-date losses amid signs of growing investor skepticism. The move contributed to a difficult year for the voice AI company, with reports highlighting that shares had already dropped around 36% since the start of the year. This performance trailed its industry peers and the broader market. The decline occurred as the company, once popular with retail traders, faced increasing doubt from investors. SoundHound's drop was more significant than the slight dip seen in the wider tech sector during the session.

Shares of auto parts and accessories retailer AutoZone (NYSE:AZO) fell 6.3% in the morning session after it reported fourth-quarter earnings and sales that fell short of Wall Street expectations. The company's earnings per share came in at $31.04, missing analyst forecasts of $32.40. While net sales grew 8.2% year-over-year to $4.63 billion, the figure was slightly below estimates of $4.65 billion. Furthermore, same-store sales, a key performance indicator for retailers, rose 4.7% year-on-year. The company's profitability also weakened, with its gross margin declining by 2 percentage points and its operating margin falling to 16.9% from 19.7% in the same quarter last year, contributing to lower-than-expected profits.

Shares of life sciences cloud software provider Veeva Systems (NYSE:VEEV) fell 3% in the morning session after a lack of positive news catalysts allowed technical trading patterns to dominate, continuing its recent underperformance. According to technical analysis, the stock's recent price behavior had been difficult. Its technical rating was poor, with negative trends observed in both the short and long term. The stock also underperformed the wider S&P 500 index over recent months. This downward move was followed by a consolidation period, a pattern that some traders viewed as a potential signal for further declines.

Shares of dental products company Envista Holdings (NYSE:NVST) jumped 3.2% in the morning session after Barclays initiated coverage on the stock with an 'Overweight' rating and a $24 price target. The new rating from the financial firm suggested a positive outlook on the company's future performance. An 'Overweight' rating typically means the analyst believes the stock will do better than the average return of other stocks in its sector. The assigned $24 price target also indicated potential for the stock to rise from its previous trading level. This type of new coverage from a major firm can boost investor confidence and often leads to increased interest in a stock.

Shares of homebuilding company Toll Brothers (NYSE:TOL) fell 1.1% in the morning session after the company reported third-quarter results that missed profit expectations and signaled weakening demand for its luxury homes. 

Shares of online money transfer platform Remitly (NASDAQ:RELY) jumped 4.1% in the morning session after the company unveiled a positive medium-term outlook and set financial targets for 2026 and 2028 during its Investor Day event. During the event, Remitly shared its vision for building a global financial services company. Management provided financial targets for 2028, with revenue expected to be in a range of $2.6 billion to $3.0 billion and Adjusted EBITDA projected between $575 million and $600 million. The company also stated it would balance revenue growth and profitability to achieve a "Rule of 40" framework by 2028, meaning the sum of its revenue growth rate and profit margin would aim to be at least 40%. To reach these goals, Remitly planned to introduce new value-added financial services and enter high-growth areas to deepen engagement with customers. The company's CFO noted that its financial model was built on a foundation of durable growth.

Shares of data center products and services company Vertiv (NYSE:VRT) fell 3.2% in the morning session after Wolfe Research downgraded its stock from Outperform to Peer Perform and the company was not selected for inclusion in the S&P 500 index. Adding to the pressure, S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that Ares Management would join the benchmark index, while Vertiv, a data-center infrastructure company, was among those that missed out this round. Inclusion in a major index like the S&P 500 often leads to increased demand for a stock from index-tracking funds. Therefore, being passed over was viewed as a setback by investors.

Shares of alternate site health provider Option Care Health (NASDAQ:OPCH) jumped 4.7% in the morning session after the company received positive commentary from multiple financial analysts, including price target increases from Deutsche Bank and BofA Securities. Deutsche Bank raised its price target on the stock to $36 from $31, while keeping a Buy rating. Similarly, BofA Securities lifted its target to $35 from $32 and also maintained its Buy rating. The move from BofA followed a conference where Option Care Health's management reaffirmed the company's long-term goals. These targets included expectations for high single-digit revenue growth and low double-digit earnings growth, signaling confidence in the company's future performance. The updates contributed to a broadly positive view among analysts.

Shares of exercise equipment company Peloton (NASDAQ:PTON) jumped 6.2% in the morning session after the company officially launched its 2025 holiday sales event for its fitness equipment. The promotions, which covered the company's popular Bikes, Treads, and Rows, were designed to drive sales during the crucial holiday shopping season. By offering discounts, Peloton aimed to attract new customers and boost its revenue. The market's positive reaction suggested investors were optimistic that the sales event could lead to stronger financial performance for the connected fitness company.

Shares of mobile app technology company AppLovin (NASDAQ:APP) jumped 3.6% in the morning session after the company provided a positive business update during its presentation at the Nasdaq 53rd Investor Conference. During the conference, AppLovin highlighted that its mobile gaming and ad tech growth remained robust. This strength was driven by ongoing improvements to its models and the introduction of new self-serve tools for clients. The company also noted that its AI-powered advertising solutions were successfully expanding its advertisers' reach, pointing to continued market expansion.

Shares of regional banking company KeyCorp (NYSE:KEY) jumped 3.9% in the morning session after the company released a positive investor presentation for the Goldman Sachs Financial Services Conference, highlighting expectations for a record revenue year. The presentation detailed a strong financial outlook, with the company projecting adjusted total revenue to grow by more than 15% year-over-year. Additionally, net interest income was anticipated to increase by over 22%. KeyCorp also outlined its plans to return capital to shareholders, including the repurchase of approximately $200 million in shares in the fourth quarter. This move was part of a larger, remaining authorization of about $800 million for capital returns.

Shares of student loan provider Sallie Mae (NASDAQ:SLM) fell 16.4% in the morning session after multiple analysts downgraded the stock, citing concerns about a higher expense outlook. Morgan Stanley lowered its rating on the student loan company from 'Overweight' to 'Equalweight' and cut its price target. The change came after Sallie Mae presented a scenario that showed potentially higher-than-expected expenses in 2026 and 2027 as it prepared for new loan opportunities and potential government changes. Due to this outlook, Morgan Stanley reduced its earnings per share estimates for those years. Adding to the pressure, Compass Point also downgraded the stock more severely, from 'Buy' to 'Sell,' and significantly lowered its price target from $35.00 to $23.00.

Shares of digital infrastructure investor DigitalBridge Group (NYSE:DBRG) jumped 2.1% in the morning session on continued positive momentum following a massive rally in the previous session driven by reports of a potential acquisition. 

Shares of offshore banking group Butterfield Bank (NYSE:NTB) jumped 2.7% in the morning session after the company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new $140 million share repurchase program. The plan authorized the bank to buy back up to 3.0 million of its ordinary shares through December 31, 2026. This new program was set to begin on January 1, 2026, and replaced an existing repurchase plan. Share buybacks reduce the number of shares available on the market, which can increase the value of the remaining shares. This move was often seen by investors as a sign of confidence from a company's leadership in its own financial future and a commitment to returning value to its shareholders.

Shares of beer company Molson Coors (NYSE:TAP) fell 3% in the morning session after concerns grew over the impact of new weight-loss drugs on alcohol sales, a factor cited by Piper Sandler when the firm lowered its price target on the stock. The investment firm cut its price target to $50 from $52, citing recent developments in GLP-1 drugs and other regulatory factors. These types of drugs, often used for weight loss, were believed to be negatively impacting alcohol consumption. This view was previously shared by Molson Coors' former CEO, Gavin Hattersley, who had noted the adverse effects of these drugs. The adjustment from the analyst firm highlighted the increasing caution regarding the potential for these drugs to dampen demand for alcoholic products.

Shares of egg and butter company Vital Farms (NASDAQ:VITL) jumped 6.2% in the morning session after S&P Dow Jones Indices announced the company would be added to the S&P SmallCap 600 index. The news meant that index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the S&P SmallCap 600 needed to buy shares of Vital Farms to mirror the index's composition. This anticipated demand from passive investors often causes a stock's price to increase. According to the announcement, Vital Farms was set to officially join the index before trading began on December 11. The company replaced Heidrick & Struggles International in the index.

Shares of e-commerce florist and gift retailer 1-800-FLOWERS (NASDAQ:FLWS) jumped 18.2% in the morning session after the company announced the appointment of Alexander Zelikovsky as its new Chief Information Officer, which extended a rally from the previous trading session. This move continued the positive reaction from the prior day when the news was first released and the stock gained over 6%. Zelikovsky, a technology leader with over 25 years of experience, previously served as Executive Vice President and Global CIO at Pitney Bowes. His appointment is part of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM's strategy to accelerate its digital transformation under CEO Adolfo Villagomez. Zelikovsky will lead enterprise IT, data management, cybersecurity, and support for AI and digital commerce efforts. The market's sustained positive response suggested investor confidence in the new leadership to drive growth.

Shares of buy-now-pay-later service Sezzle (NASDAQCM:SEZL) jumped 4.8% in the morning session after it was announced the company would be added to the S&P SmallCap 600 index. The disclosure came from S&P Dow Jones Indices, which confirmed that Sezzle was set to replace Vital Energy Inc. in the index. The change was scheduled to be effective before the opening of trading on December 15. Being added to a major index is often viewed positively by investors. This is because index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the S&P SmallCap 600 were then required to purchase Sezzle's shares to match the index's holdings. This activity often created additional buying pressure and demand for the stock.

Sporting goods retailer Academy Sports & Outdoor (NASDAQ:ASO) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025 as sales rose 3% year on year to $1.38 billion. On the other hand, the company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $6.11 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.14 per share was 7.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Check out the companies making headlines yesterday:

Discount retail company Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (NASDAQ:OLLI) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 18.6% year on year to $613.6 million. The company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $2.65 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.75 per share was 2.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Packaged food company Campbell's (NASDAQ:CPB) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 3.4% year on year to $2.68 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.77 per share was 5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Fashion conglomerate G-III (NASDAQ:GIII) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales falling 9% year on year to $988.6 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $2.98 billion at the midpoint came in 1.3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.90 per share was 17.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Auto parts and accessories retailer AutoZone (NYSE:AZO) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 8.2% year on year to $4.63 billion. Its GAAP profit of $31.04 per share was 4.2% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Organizational consulting firm Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 7% year on year to $729.8 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $687 million was less impressive, coming in 1.4% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.33 per share was 1.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Footwear company Caleres (NYSE:CAL) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 6.6% year on year to $790.1 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.38 per share was 55.5% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Footwear and accessories discount retailer Designer Brands (NYSE:DBI) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales falling 3.2% year on year to $752.4 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.38 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Water and fire protection solutions company Core & Main (NYSE:CNM) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 1.2% year on year to $2.06 billion. The company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $7.65 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.89 per share was 26% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Asana’s third quarter results were met with a positive market reaction, driven by management’s focus on expanding its AI platform and disciplined cost control. CEO Dan Rogers attributed the performance to improvements in net retention rates and growing customer adoption of AI Studio, saying, “AI Studio delivered another good quarter with solid growth in sequential bookings.” The company also highlighted progress in enterprise and international customer segments, with notable wins in healthcare and financial services. Outgoing COO Anne Raimondi noted strength in customer retention and successful renewals with several large technology clients.

Pure Storage’s third quarter results were met with a significant negative market reaction, driven by concerns over declining operating margins despite strong year-on-year revenue growth. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to sustained enterprise demand and rapid adoption of its Evergreen One and modern virtualization solutions. CEO Charlie Giancarlo emphasized, “Our results were underpinned by continued strength in enterprise and sustained momentum in our Evergreen One and modern virtualization solutions.” The company also noted that shipments to hyperscale customers exceeded full-year forecasts earlier than anticipated, supporting the quarter’s top-line growth.

Box’s third quarter results showed solid operational progress, with revenue coming in above Wall Street’s expectations and non-GAAP profit matching consensus. However, the market responded negatively, with shares trading down notably after the release. Management attributed performance to continued customer adoption of AI-driven products and upgrades to Enterprise Advanced, as well as healthy momentum in billings and net retention. CEO Aaron Levie noted, “The adoption, just the timing of when we started to see the impact of Enterprise Advanced and some of our newer AI capabilities, is exceeding our expectations.”

GitLab’s third quarter results saw revenue and adjusted profits come in ahead of Wall Street expectations, but the market responded negatively as investors focused on a slowdown in net revenue retention and persistent U.S. public sector headwinds. CEO Bill Staples pointed to strong adoption of the company’s Ultimate subscription and increased usage of its platform—metrics like CI pipelines and deployments were up 35% to 45% year over year. Management also cited “softness in the US public sector” due to slower government decision-making as a drag on results.

CrowdStrike’s third quarter was marked by strong revenue growth and margin stability, though the market responded negatively to the results. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to accelerated adoption of its Falcon platform, driven by record net new annual recurring revenue and broad-based strength across cloud, identity, and next-generation SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) offerings. CEO George Kurtz noted that, “AI adoption is supercharging renewed interest in the endpoint as the endpoint is the epicenter of human and nonhuman interaction with AI,” underscoring the importance of endpoint security in the evolving threat landscape.

Marvell Technology’s third quarter delivered results that met Wall Street’s expectations, with the market reacting positively following management’s detailed discussion of drivers behind the company’s 36.8% year-over-year sales growth. Management attributed this momentum to robust demand in the data center market, particularly for high-speed connectivity solutions supporting artificial intelligence workloads. CEO Matthew Murphy highlighted that “momentum in our data center business remains strong with revenue growing 38% year-over-year, fueled by robust AI demand,” while also noting a recovery in the communications and other end markets as customer inventory levels normalized and new products gained traction across enterprise and carrier customers.

American Eagle’s third quarter was marked by a positive market reaction, as revenue and profit both exceeded Wall Street expectations. Management attributed the acceleration to strong demand across the Aerie and Offline brands, as well as effective merchandising and marketing initiatives. CEO Jay Schottenstein highlighted that recent investments in advertising, particularly high-profile campaigns and collaborations, have led to higher customer engagement and an increase in loyalty program membership. The company also noted operational improvements and cost discipline as key contributors to the quarter’s results, even as tariffs created headwinds for margins.

Okta’s third quarter results were shaped by strong customer demand for its expanding identity management portfolio, especially among large enterprises. Management credited the outperformance to robust adoption of new products, such as Okta Identity Governance and AI-focused security solutions, which address increasingly complex identity needs. CEO Todd McKinnon highlighted that, “Customers frustrated managing dozens of disparate identity systems are turning to Okta for a modern, unified platform.” However, the negative market reaction reflected concerns about the sustainability of these recent gains, as some partners and customers remain cautious about consolidating identity solutions amid evolving enterprise IT priorities.

Leslie's third quarter was met with a significant negative market reaction, reflecting investor concerns over ongoing sales declines and a sharp miss on non-GAAP profit expectations. Management attributed the underperformance to continued market share losses, primarily driven by a pricing strategy that fell out of alignment with competitors and an increasingly value-focused consumer environment. CEO Jason McDonell noted that unfavorable pricing led to a net loss of over 160,000 residential customers and an 8.6% decline in residential traffic. He also cited softer sales due to weather factors but emphasized the need for immediate action to address the company’s price-value equation.

Companies with more cash than debt often have stronger financial flexibility, making them attractive in uncertain markets. Without interest payments being less of a worry, these businesses can invest more in growth, innovation, or buybacks and dividends.

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.

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.

A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always. Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.

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

Rock-bottom prices don't always mean rock-bottom businesses. The stocks we're examining today have all touched their 52-week lows, creating a classic investor's dilemma: bargain opportunity or value trap?