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Shares of luxury ski resort company Vail Resorts (NYSE:MTN) fell 2.8% in the afternoon session after Morgan Stanley lowered its price target on the stock and an analyst highlighted concerns about poor weather conditions. 

Shares of fast-food chain Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK) fell 3.3% in the afternoon session after it completed the sale of its Del Taco subsidiary for approximately $119 million, crystallizing a significant loss on the investment. 

Shares of digital infrastructure provider Applied Digital (NASDAQ:APLD) fell 6% in the afternoon session after the company announced a $100 million loan facility with Macquarie Group to fund new AI data center projects. 

Shares of biopharma company Corcept Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CORT) fell 4.7% in the afternoon session after investor anxiety mounted ahead of a key U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decision for its drug candidate, relacorilant. 

Shares of potato products company Lamb Weston (NYSE:LW) fell 2.6% in the afternoon session after analysts continued to express concerns about the company's outlook, with several firms cutting their price targets. 

Shares of department store chain Dillard’s (NYSE:DDS) jumped 3.4% in the afternoon session after the stock appeared to stage a technical rebound following a sharp decline in the prior trading session. 

Shares of industrial fluid and energy systems manufacturer Graham Corporation (NYSE: GHM) jumped 7.1% in the afternoon session after an insider, Gregorio Mauro, purchased 1,200 shares of the company's stock, signaling confidence in the firm's future. 

Shares of personal wellness company WeightWatchers (NASDAQ:WW) jumped 14.3% in the afternoon session after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an oral version of the popular weight-loss drug Wegovy. 

Shares of bitcoin development company Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) fell 4.4% in the afternoon session after the company paused its long-standing Bitcoin purchasing strategy to build cash reserves while Citigroup significantly lowered its price target on the stock. 

Shares of healthcare apparel company Figs (NYSE:FIGS) fell 3.7% in the afternoon session after investors appeared to take profits following a recent run-up in the company's shares. 

Shares of HR software provider Paycom (NYSE:PAYC) fell 3.5% in the afternoon session after Citigroup lowered its price target on the software company's stock to $185 from $191. 

Shares of plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) fell 6.5% in the afternoon session after the company amended its debt agreements to allow for the exchange of certain debt into common stock and lowered the strike price on warrants, signaling potential dilution for shareholders. 

Shares of payment technology company Marqeta (NASDAQ:MQ) fell 2.4% in the afternoon session after a recent regulatory filing revealed that a major insider sold a significant number of shares. 

Shares of work management platform Asana (NYSE:ASAN) fell 6.1% in the afternoon session after disclosures showed its Chief Operating Officer, Anne Raimondi, sold approximately $2.3 million worth of company stock. 

Shares of cruise company Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:NCLH) fell 3.8% in the afternoon session after a recent analyst downgrade and broader concerns about the cruise industry weighed on the stock. 

Shares of networking chips designer Marvell Technology (NASDAQ: MRVL) jumped 3.4% in the afternoon session after investment firm Citi issued a positive catalyst watch for the stock ahead of the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES), contributing to a broader rally in the chip sector. 

Shares of biotech company BioMarin Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ:BMRN) jumped 2.6% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company agreed to acquire Amicus Therapeutics for a total equity value of about $4.8 billion, a move expected to boost future growth. BioMarin's President and CEO, Alexander Hardy, said the transaction was expected to accelerate the company's revenue growth and strengthen its financial outlook. The deal was viewed positively by analysts, with Truist Securities raising its price target on the stock to $100 from $80, noting the acquisition aligned with BioMarin's focus on rare diseases. In other news, the company also announced it had stopped the development of its investigational BMN 349 treatment for a specific type of liver disease.

Shares of cross-border payment platform Payoneer (NASDAQ:PAYO) fell 4.3% in the afternoon session after Benchmark lowered its price target on the stock, citing macroeconomic uncertainty. The financial services firm cut its price target on Payoneer to $10 from $12. The adjustment was linked to headwinds that faced the company's small and medium-sized business customers as they struggled to adapt to changing U.S. tariff policies. Despite the lower price target, Benchmark maintained its "Buy" rating on the company's shares.

Shares of cash-back rewards platform Ibotta (NYSE:IBTA) fell 2.4% in the afternoon session after reports revealed that Cathie Wood's ARK Invest continued to sell its stake in the company. According to trade filings, ARK Invest sold 3,733 shares of the consumer tech company across two of its funds for a total value of about $81,379. This was not an isolated event, as the investment firm had been trimming its position in Ibotta over several days. Such consistent selling by a high-profile investor often raises concerns among other market participants about a company's outlook, creating downward pressure on the stock price.

Insurance specialty broker Ryan Specialty (NYSE:RYAN) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 24.8% year on year to $754.6 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.47 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Professional services firm Marsh & McLennan (NYSE:MMC) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 11.5% year on year to $6.35 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.85 per share was 4.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of luxury electric car manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) fell 4.4% in the morning session after prominent market commentator Jim Cramer recommended investors sell the stock. 

Shares of solar tracking systems manufacturer Array (NASDAQ:ARRY) fell 4.3% in the morning session after the stock pulled back from a recent 52-week high, appearing to give back some of its recent gains. 

Shares of satellite communications company EchoStar (NASDAQGS:SATS) fell 1.9% in the morning session after the stock was considered technically overbought following a strong rally, which led to a downgrade of its analysis conclusion from a "Buy" to a "Hold" candidate. 

Shares of fantasy sports and betting company DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG) fell 2.8% in the morning session after Truist Securities lowered its price target on the stock due to costs associated with the launch of its new prediction app. 

Shares of cosmetics company e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF) fell 2.1% in the morning session after an analyst at Piper Sandler lowered the firm's price target on the shares, citing concerns about slowing market share gains amid rising competition. 

Shares of healthcare services company Agilon Health (NYSE:AGL) fell 3.9% in the morning session after the stock's negative momentum continued as the company was dropped from the S&P Health Care Services Select Industry Index. 

Shares of beauty products company Coty (NYSE:COTY) fell 5.3% in the morning session after the company announced CEO Sue Nabi would step down, prompting a downgrade from Evercore ISI. 

Shares of solar panel manufacturer First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) fell 6.3% in the morning session after the stock pulled back due to valuation concerns as it hit a 52-week high. 

Insurance brokerage firm Brown & Brown (NYSE:BRO) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 35.4% year on year to $1.61 billion largely due to M&A and profit-sharing contingent commissions. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.05 per share was 12.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Insurance distribution company Baldwin Insurance Group (NASDAQ:BWIN) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.8% year on year to $365.4 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.31 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Insurance brokerage firm Arthur J. Gallagher (NYSE:AJG) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales rose 21.2% year on year to $3.37 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.32 per share was 8.5% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

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Worthington’s fourth quarter saw revenue growth outpace analysts’ expectations, but non-GAAP earnings per share fell short of consensus. Management highlighted that strong sales were driven by higher volumes in Building Products and the inclusion of the Elgen acquisition. CEO Joseph Hayek noted, “Our innovation around large ASME water tanks that help cool data centers has led to increasing opportunities and several new orders.” The company also experienced margin pressures from higher conversion costs and temporary limitations in Elgen’s operations, which impacted consolidated results. Management remained focused on cost controls and operational improvements to offset the impact of mixed market conditions and a cautious consumer environment.

Lennar’s fourth quarter was met with a negative market reaction as profitability fell short of Wall Street expectations, despite revenue coming in ahead of analyst estimates. Management attributed the margin pressure to a challenging housing market shaped by persistent affordability issues and weakened consumer confidence, which was exacerbated by the government shutdown. Executive Chairman and Co-CEO Stuart Miller noted that “sales volume has been difficult to maintain and required additional incentives,” resulting in further margin deterioration. The company pointed to operational changes, such as a shift toward offering more affordable homes and increased sales incentives, as necessary responses to the ongoing affordability crisis facing buyers.

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.

Each stock in this article is trading near its 52-week high. These elevated prices usually indicate some degree of investor confidence, business improvements, or favorable market conditions.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. They are also bound to benefit from a friendlier regulatory environment with the Trump administration, and this excitement has led to a six-month gain of 18.4% for the sector - higher than the S&P 500’s 13.4% return.

Each stock in this article is trading near its 52-week high. These elevated prices usually indicate some degree of investor confidence, business improvements, or favorable market conditions.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. 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 18.4% return over the past six months has topped the S&P 500 by 5 percentage points.

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.

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.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Business services providers thrive by solving complex operational challenges for their clients, allowing them to focus on their secret sauce. But cutbacks in corporate spending and the threat of new AI products have kept sentiment in check, and over the past six months, the industry’s 11.4% return has trailed the S&P 500 by 2 percentage points.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Companies that burn cash at a rapid pace can run into serious trouble if they fail to secure funding. Without a clear path to profitability, these businesses risk dilution, mounting debt, or even bankruptcy.

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.

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.

Retailers are evolving to meet the expectations of modern, tech-savvy shoppers. This includes developing an online presence to fend off e-commerce competitors, a strategy that has helped the industry maintain steady demand by giving it more sales channels. In turn, retail stocks were up 20% over the past six months compared to 13.4% for the S&P 500.

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.

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.

Stocks that outperform the market usually share key traits such as rising sales, expanding margins, and increasing returns on capital. The select few that can do all three for many years are often the ones that make you life-changing money.

Banks serve as the backbone of the economy, facilitating lending, deposits, and financial services that keep businesses and consumers moving forward. Furthermore, economic conditions have supported loan growth and fee income, a trend that has enabled the banking industry to return 14.3% over the past six months, almost identical to the S&P 500.

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.

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

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.

Many investors pay attention to mid-cap stocks because they have established business models and expansive market opportunities. However, their paths to becoming $100 billion corporations are ripe with competition, ranging from giants with vast resources to agile upstarts eager to disrupt the status quo.

Many investors pay attention to mid-cap stocks because they have established business models and expansive market opportunities. However, their paths to becoming $100 billion corporations are ripe with competition, ranging from giants with vast resources to agile upstarts eager to disrupt the status quo.

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.

Most consumer discretionary businesses succeed or fail based on the broader economy. Lately, it seems like demand trends have worked in their favor as the industry has returned 20.4% over the past six months, outpacing S&P 500 by 7 percentage points.

The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead. They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.

Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential. However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.

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.

Mid-cap stocks have the best odds of scaling into $100 billion corporations thanks to their tested business models and large addressable markets. But the many opportunities in front of them attract significant competition, spanning from industry behemoths with seemingly infinite resources to small, nimble players with chips on their shoulders.

While the S&P 500 (^GSPC) includes industry leaders, not every stock in the index is a winner. Some companies are past their prime, weighed down by poor execution, weak financials, or structural headwinds.

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.

Value stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor. The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten.

Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential. However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.