How Did PACCAR Perform in 1Q16?
PACCAR (PCAR) has a market cap of $20.5 billion. PCAR rose by 5.1% to close at $58.93 per share on April 26, 2016.
Earnings Report
Texas Roadhouse’s 1Q16 EPS Was below Analyst’s Expectations?
In 1Q16, Texas Roadhouse posted EPS of $0.5. This was lower than analysts’ estimate of $0.54. The adjusted EPS was above analysts’ estimate at $0.55.
Why Facebook stopped using Bing for its web search results
The company has now stopped including results from Microsoft’s Bing search engine through the Facebook search.
Chart in Focus: Alphabet’s Returns and Stock Trends
On May 12, 2017, Alphabet (GOOGL) generated investor returns of 30.1% on a trailing 12-month basis.
How Much Revenue Is Facebook Earning from Advertising?
Facebook’s advertising business posted second-quarter revenues of $13.0 billion, which grew 42.0% year-over-year.
Apple Watch Sales May Fall: Can It Remain a Dominant Player?
According to KGI, Apple Watch (AAPL) sales will fall more than 25% in 2016. KGI forecasts sales of 7.5 million units in 2016 compared to estimated sales of 10.6 million units in 2015.
Can 3M Beat Analysts’ Earnings Estimates in 4Q17?
3M (MMM) is expected to post earnings per share (or EPS) of $2.01 in 4Q17, an increase of 6.9% over 4Q16.
A Look at a Technical Analysis of Amazon
On May 22, 2017, 2.6 million shares of Amazon (AMZN) exchanged hands, and the stock rose 1.1% to close at ~$970.7.
What Is the Outlook for Shake Shack in 2016?
A New York–based fine casual restaurant chain, Shake Shack (SHAK) announced its 4Q15 results on March 7, 2016. SHAK reported an overall revenue of $51.1 million and earnings per share of $0.08.
Why Analysts Expect Shake Shack’s EPS to Fall in Q4
In the fourth quarter, analysts expect Shake Shack (SHAK) to post adjusted EPS of $0.03, a fall of 69% from $0.10 in the corresponding quarter of 2017.
PotashCorp’s Price Target before It Reports Its 2Q16 Earnings
Since the beginning of 2016, analysts have revised their next-12-month price target for PotashCorp downward. The consensus price target now stands at $15.70.
How Analysts Feel about United Parcel Service Post-2Q16
In this article, we’ll discuss what analysts are expecting for United Parcel Service (UPS) following its 2Q16 results.
How Equity Residential Improved Its Balance Sheet in 2Q17
During 2Q17, Equity Residential (EQR) reported higher-than-expected top-line and bottom-line results backed by robust rent growth and occupancy levels.
Factors That Drove Papa John’s Same-Store Sales Growth in 1Q17
In 1Q17, Papa John’s (PZZA) restaurants in North America posted SSSG of 2%. Company-owned restaurants posted SSSG of 3%, and franchised restaurants posted SSSG of 1.7%.
Why Analysts Are Recommending “Buy” for Starbucks
Target price On January 13, 2017, Starbucks (SBUX) was trading at $57.85. The company’s share price may already have been factored into the estimates we’ve discussed in this series. In this article, we’ll look at analysts’ recommendations and estimated target prices for the stock over the next 12 months. Despite Starbucks posting strong 4Q16 earnings […]
ExxonMobil Stock Rose 4% after Its Q4 Earnings
ExxonMobil (XOM) announced its fourth-quarter earnings on February 1. ExxonMobil stock opened at $74.9 per share on February 1.
Why Facebook Is Expected to Report Strong 2Q16 Earnings
Facebook (FB) is set to report its 2Q16 earnings on Wednesday, July 27. Here’s what analysts expect from the company.
How Wall Street Analysts Rate LyondellBasell ahead of 1Q18 Earnings
The analyst consensus target price for LyondellBasell is $116.82, implying a return potential of 8.5% over the closing price of $107.68 as of April 20, 2018.
More Analysts Have Turned Positive on Alaska Air Group
Alaska Air Group’s (ALK) consensus 12-month target price is $80.55, which indicates a 15.2% return potential on October 10, 2016.
Why Yum! Brands Is Expected To Report Lower EBITDA
Wall Street analysts’ estimated EBITDA for the fourth quarter is $633 million—compared to $918 million in the same quarter last year.
Why Papa John’s Earnings Margin Narrowed in 2Q17
Performance in 2Q17 In 2Q17, Papa John’s International (PZZA) posted EBIT (earnings before interest and tax) of $37.2 million, which represents an EBIT margin of 8.6%. In comparison, the company posted an EBIT margin of 8.7% in 2Q16. Why Papa John’s margins narrowed Papa John’s EBIT margins were impacted by a rise in the cost of […]
Why Innovation Should Drive PepsiCo’s 2015 Revenue
In April 2015, PepsiCo (PEP) launched two new protein-packed snack mixes under its Cracker Jack’D food brand.
Can PepsiCo’s Stock Pick Up Momentum in 2016?
As of January 28, about 59% (or 17) analysts out of 29 analysts, have a “buy” recommendation for PepsiCo and 12 analysts have a “hold” recommendation. None of the analysts have a sell recommendation.
Why Investors Are Confident in YUM ahead of Its 3Q16 Results
Yum! Brands develops, operates, franchises, and licenses the Pizza Hut, KFC, and Taco Bell brands. It’s set to announce its 3Q16 results on October 5, 2016.
Franchising Dominates Papa John’s Expansion Plans
With 42 units added in the first two quarters of 2016, Papa John’s has maintained its 2016 guidance for unit growth at 180–200 units.
Analysts Expect Positive Revenue Growth in Fiscal 2Q16
The revenue estimate for Farmer Brothers in fiscal 2Q16 isn’t as high. However, it’s still positive. Analysts predict revenue of $145.3 million for fiscal 2Q16
No Analysts Recommend a “Sell” on Xcel Energy
Of the 18 analysts tracking Xcel Energy, 13 recommend it as a “hold,” five recommend it as a “buy,” and none recommend it as a “sell.”
Will Kroger’s Strong Performance Continue in 3Q16?
Wall Street analysts predicted a 13.3% YoY rise in Kroger’s earnings in 3Q16, going to $0.39 from $0.35 in 3Q15. Sales for fiscal 1H16 stood at $58.5 billion.
Starbucks Beats 1Q16 Expectations, Still Down Year-to-Date
Starbucks (SBUX) reported earnings per share of $0.46 for 1Q16, which exceeded Wall Street’s consensus estimates as well as management’s guidance of $0.45 per share.
Analysts Revised the Price Target after McDonald’s Earnings
Wall Street analysts set a price target of $125.1 for the next 12 months with a return potential of 5% from the closing price of $119.2 on January 25.
How Kansas City Southern Beat Revenue Estimate in 4Q17
In the fourth quarter 2017, Kansas City Southern (KSU) reported revenue of $660.4 million, exceeding analysts’ revenue estimates by 0.6%.
Why Analysts Have a ‘Hold’ Rating for Canadian National Railway
There are 21 analysts covering CNI. Of those, only five, or 24.0%, have a “buy” rating for the stock.
Inside Lowe’s Analyst Expectations for Revenue over the Next Four Quarters
For the next four quarters, analysts are expecting Lowe’s to post revenue of $68.9 billion—a growth of 3.4% over its ~$66.6 billion from the last four quarters.
How AutoZone’s DIY Segment Performed in Fiscal Q4 2018
In the second half of fiscal 2018, AutoZone’s management decided to discontinue aggressive promotional discounts for its ship-to-home sales.
CSX’s 3Q17 Earnings Shine: Higher Freight Rates, Stock Up 2.6%
The eastern US rail freight carrier CSX (CSX) announced its 3Q17 earnings on October 17. The quarter marks the end of two full quarters under the leadership of Hunter Harrison.
Why Investors Weren’t Impressed by Starbucks’s Fiscal 2Q17
Starbucks (SBUX) posted its fiscal 2Q17 earnings after the market closed on April 27, 2017. Its EPS was $0.45 on revenues of $5.3 billion.
JPMorgan Chase Gained 4% after Its 1Q16 Earnings: Was It That Good?
On April 13, JPMorgan Chase reported 1Q16 earnings of $1.35 per share. It beat consensus estimates of $1.28. Its shares rallied 4.2% after the earnings beat.
This Likely Drove Domino’s 3Q17 EPS
For 3Q17, Domino’s Pizza (DPZ) posted adjusted EPS (earnings per share) of $1.27, which represents a 32.3% YoY (year-over-year) rise from $0.96 in 3Q16.
Coca-Cola’s 4Q15 Operating Margin Rose on Productivity Measures
Coca-Cola’s operating margin improved significantly to 15.2% in 4Q15 from 13.3% in the comparable quarter of the previous year.
Why Campbell Soup’s Fiscal 3Q18 Sales Could Mark Strong Growth
Campbell Soup’s sales in the Americas Simple Meals and Beverages segment is projected to decline in fiscal 3Q18.
Will Bunge’s Acquisitions Help Revive Its Segment Margins?
Bunge North America, the North American operating segment of Bunge Limited (BG), announced that it had acquired Whole Harvest Foods.
Micron Targets 3D NAND to Raise Its Visibility in the NAND Space
Micron (MU) in its fiscal 3Q15 presentation stated that it plans to start volume production of 3D NAND by the end of 2015.
How Has Lear Performed Compared to Its Peers?
Competitors have outperformed Lear based on PE and PS. However, Lear is way ahead of its peers based on PBV. Lear is way ahead of its ETFs based on price movement.
Why Investors Are Pleased with PayPal
PayPal (PYPL) has done very well since splitting from its parent, eBay (EBAY), two years ago.
Why Did Wendy’s EBIT Margins Expand in 2Q16?
In 2Q16, Wendy’s posted EBIT of $71.7 million—an EBIT margin of 18.7% compared to 13.3% in 2Q15. Analysts expected the EBIT margin to be 16.7%.
How’s ADM Advancing with Its Portfolio Management Strategy?
As part of its portfolio management strategy, Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) sold its Brazilian sugar cane ethanol operations.
Will IIPR Still Be an Investor Favorite Post Q3 Earnings?
Innovative Industrial Properties (IIPR) is set to report its third-quarter results tomorrow. IIPR stock, up 67.2% year-to-date, has been investor favorite.
Capital Expenditure Expectations for CF Industries in 2Q17
CF Industries (CF) is expected to see a significant reduction in its capital expenditure (or capex) year-over-year (or YoY) in 2Q17 and for the next four quarters.
How Potash Shipments Performed in 1Q16
Mosaic (MOS) and PotashCorp (POT) were hit the hardest, with their respective shipments declining by 24% each to 1.5 million tons and 1.7 million tons year-over-year.
Progress Report: Intel’s Mobileye Business
Mobileye reported 37% year-over-year growth in the company’s second-quarter revenues as the adoption of its ADAS solutions increased.