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A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. 

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. This sector, which includes companies that sell non-essential goods like apparel and entertainment, is particularly sensitive to international trade relations. Many of these businesses rely on China for manufacturing and as a significant consumer market. A favorable trade agreement could lead to lower tariffs, reducing production costs and potentially boosting sales in the region. The easing of trade tensions often improves overall economic sentiment, which can encourage consumers to spend more freely on discretionary items, directly benefiting these companies' revenues and profitability.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. Reports of progress in trade negotiations ahead of a scheduled meeting between the two nations' presidents fueled investor confidence. An agreement would likely ease trade tensions and reduce or remove tariffs that have created economic uncertainty and higher costs for many multinational corporations. Also, optimism improved on expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates later in the week, especially after recent data showed inflation wasn't heating up as much as expected. Simply put, good news on trade, and the promise of lower borrowing costs created a powerful rally.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. Reports of progress in trade negotiations ahead of a scheduled meeting between the two nations' presidents fueled investor confidence. An agreement would likely ease trade tensions and reduce or remove tariffs that have created economic uncertainty and higher costs for many multinational corporations. Also, optimism improved on expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates later in the week, especially after recent data showed inflation wasn't heating up as much as expected. Simply put, good news on trade, and the promise of lower borrowing costs created a powerful rally.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. Reports of progress in trade negotiations ahead of a scheduled meeting between the two nations' presidents fueled investor confidence. An agreement would likely ease trade tensions and reduce or remove tariffs that have created economic uncertainty and higher costs for many multinational corporations. Also, optimism improved on expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates later in the week, especially after recent data showed inflation wasn't heating up as much as expected. Simply put, good news on trade, and the promise of lower borrowing costs created a powerful rally.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. 

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after optimism surged over a potential trade truce between the U.S. and China. 

Shares of network chips maker MACOM Technology Solutions (NASDAQ: MTSI) jumped 3.8% in the afternoon session after TD Cowen initiated coverage on the semiconductor firm with a 'Buy' rating and a $150 price target. 

Shares of data analytics company Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after reports revealed the company was close to signing a letter of intent with Poland's Ministry of Defense. 

Shares of financial automation software company BlackLine (NASDAQ:BL) jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after reports surfaced that German software giant SAP SE had previously made a takeover approach for the financial software company. According to a report, SAP approached BlackLine earlier in the year with an offer that valued the company in the high $60s per share. BlackLine reportedly rejected the offer, and the two companies were not in active discussions. Despite the rejection, the news of takeover interest from a major player like SAP sparked investor optimism about a potential future deal, as other reports also suggested that SAP could be considering a new bid.

Shares of bitcoin development company Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) jumped 2.7% in the afternoon session after the company disclosed it had purchased an additional 390 Bitcoin for approximately $43.4 million. 

Shares of banking software provider nCino (NASDAQ:NCNO) jumped 3.8% in the afternoon session after Stephens upgraded the stock to Overweight from Equal Weight. The analyst firm cited what it called “an achievable near-term set up,” along with growth drivers for the medium to long term and a “reasonable” valuation. Stephens also pointed to the potential for a strong third-quarter report that could beat expectations. The firm believed that solid execution toward its fiscal year 2025 financial targets could lead to a higher valuation for the company's shares.

Shares of casual restaurant chain Noodles & Company (NASDAQ:NDLS) fell 9.1% in the afternoon session after investors continued to sell off shares amid concerns over the company's poor financial health and recent underperformance. 

Shares of wireless chipmaker Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) jumped 12.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced its entry into the data center artificial intelligence (AI) market with two new chips designed to compete with industry leaders. The semiconductor giant unveiled its Qualcomm AI200 and AI250 chips, which were designed for running AI applications. This move marked a significant push for the company to diversify beyond smartphones and expand into the fast-growing AI infrastructure market. The new chips were positioned to compete with those from Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, with commercial availability slated to begin the following year. Qualcomm also announced it had secured Saudi Arabia's Humain as its first customer for a deployment planned for 2026.

Shares of plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND) fell 14.9% in the afternoon session after the stock's negative momentum continued as the company disclosed significant equity dilution from a debt restructuring and warned of a future impairment charge. 

Shares of beverage company Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ:KDP) jumped 7.3% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter revenue that surpassed Wall Street's expectations. The beverage giant's sales grew 10.7% year on year to $4.31 billion, beating the consensus estimate. A key driver behind the strong performance was a significant 6.4% jump in sales volumes, an acceleration from previous periods, indicating robust consumer demand for its products. While the company's adjusted earnings per share of $0.54 met analyst forecasts, the market reacted positively to the strong top-line growth and accelerating demand, signaling confidence in the company's performance.

Shares of blockchain infrastructure company Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after the company announced a collaboration with Citigroup to develop digital asset payment capabilities for its institutional clients. The partnership aimed to make it easier for large companies and financial firms to move money between traditional bank accounts and cryptocurrencies. This collaboration focused on improving the bridges between the traditional financial system and the crypto world. The companies also planned to explore using stablecoins for faster global payments.

Regional banking company Northwest Bancshares (NASDAQ:NWBI) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 20.9% year on year to $168.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.29 per share was 5.9% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Waste management services provider Waste Management (NYSE:WM) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales rose 14.9% year on year to $6.44 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.98 per share was 1.6% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Application security provider F5 (NASDAQ:FFIV) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8.5% year on year to $810.1 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $755 million was less impressive, coming in 4.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.39 per share was 10.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Chip manufacturer NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ: NXPI) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 2.4% year on year to $3.17 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $3.3 billion, coming in 1.9% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.11 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Hospital management company Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 13.4% year on year to $4.50 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $17.38 billion at the midpoint came in 0.8% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $5.69 per share was 15.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company Ameris Bancorp (NYSE:ABCB) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 25.1% year on year to $355 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.53 per share was 4.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Semiconductor packaging and testing company Amkor Technology (NASDAQ:AMKR) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 6.7% year on year to $1.99 billion. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $1.83 billion was less impressive, coming in 1.2% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.51 per share was 20.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Hospitality software provider Agilysys (NASDAQ:AGYS) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 16.1% year on year to $79.3 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $316.5 million at the midpoint came in 1.8% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.40 per share was 4.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Building products manufacturer Simpson (NYSE:SSD) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 6.2% year on year to $623.5 million. Its GAAP profit of $2.58 per share was 6.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company NBT Bancorp (NASDAQ:NBTB) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 26.1% year on year to $186.1 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.05 per share was 8.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Insurance and financial services company The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.1% year on year to $7.23 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.78 per share was 17.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Data streaming platform provider Confluent (NASDAQ:CFLT) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 19.3% year on year to $298.5 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $296 million was less impressive, coming in 3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.13 per share was 33.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Florida regional bank Seacoast Banking (NASDAQ:SBCF) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 20.7% year on year to $157.3 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.52 per share was 13.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Industrial conglomerate Crane (NYSE:CR) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 7.5% year on year to $589.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.64 per share was 10.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Manufacturing company Leggett & Platt (NYSE:LEG) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 5.9% year on year to $1.04 billion. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $4.05 billion at the midpoint came in 1% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.29 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Electronic design automation company Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:CDNS) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 10.1% year on year to $1.34 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.93 per share was 7.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Heavy equipment distributor Custom Truck One Source (NYSE:CTOS) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, but sales rose 7.8% year on year to $482.1 million. On the other hand, the company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $2.02 billion at the midpoint. Its GAAP loss of $0.03 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Home appliances manufacturer Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 1% year on year to $4.03 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $15.8 billion at the midpoint came in 1.9% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $1.29 per share was 5.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company Enterprise Financial Services (NASDAQ:EFSC) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 24.3% year on year to $204.9 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.20 per share was 7.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:FTAI) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 43.2% year on year to $667.1 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.10 per share was 11.4% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Property casualty insurer Cincinnati Financial (NASDAQ:CINF) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 12.2% year on year to $3.73 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.85 per share was 38.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Biotech company BioMarin Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ:BMRN) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 4.1% year on year to $776.1 million. The company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $3.18 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.12 per share was 62.5% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Car rental services provider Avis (NASDAQ:CAR) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 1.1% year on year to $3.52 billion. Its GAAP profit of $10.11 per share was 27.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of online home goods retailer Wayfair (NYSE:W) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan raised its price target on the stock, citing positive signs ahead of the company's third-quarter earnings report. 

Shares of discount retail company Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (NASDAQ:OLLI) jumped 5.9% in the afternoon session after financial institutions, including JPMorgan and KeyBanc, raised their price targets for the company, citing its strong market position and growth potential. 

Shares of discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) jumped 3.5% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan raised its price target on the company's shares to $113 from $100. 

Shares of latin American e-commerce and fintech company MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:MELI) jumped 6% in the afternoon session after investor optimism grew ahead of its upcoming Q3 earnings release, fueled by a new partnership in Brazil and positive momentum in its fintech business. 

Shares of sushi restaurant chain Kura Sushi (NASDAQ:KRUS) fell 3.8% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Benchmark lowered the company's price target to $85 from $102. 

Shares of athletic apparel retailer Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after the company announced a new partnership with the National Football League (NFL) and sports merchandiser Fanatics to launch a collection of officially licensed apparel. 

Shares of semiconductor company Semtech (NASDAQ:SMTC) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after positive sentiment built around its strong business momentum, particularly from increasing demand for its products in AI-driven data centers. 

Shares of analog chips maker onsemi (NASDAQ:ON) jumped 4.8% in the afternoon session after UBS raised its price target on the stock to $55 from $50, while keeping a Neutral rating. The new price target represented a 10% increase. An analyst from the firm noted expectations for onsemi to report its third-quarter results near the middle of its guided range. This move occurred as the broader AI industry continued to expand, fueling growing demand for computing power within the semiconductor sector.

Shares of medical professional network Doximity (NYSE:DOCS) jumped 5.2% in the afternoon session after Bank of America Securities upgraded its rating on the stock from 'Neutral' to 'Buy'. 

Shares of electricity storage and software provider Fluence (NASDAQ:FLNC) fell 5% in the afternoon session after investor caution followed mixed analyst ratings, which included a recent downgrade. The move followed contrasting views from financial analysts. While one firm, B of A Securities, raised its price target on the company to $17.00 from a previous $11.00, it maintained a "Neutral" rating. However, weighing on the stock, BNP Paribas Exane downgraded it to "Underperform." This downgrade reflected investor caution, which was also highlighted by high short interest in the company's shares. The conflicting signals appeared to contribute to the stock's decline as investors digested the different outlooks.

Shares of electric vehicle pioneer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) jumped 5.2% in the afternoon session after Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target on the stock to $510 from $355, while reaffirming its "Overweight" rating. Analyst Andres Sheppard pointed to several key drivers for the new valuation, including upcoming production milestones for the company's Cybercab, Semi truck, and Optimus robot. The analyst also noted expanding opportunities in Tesla's Energy and Full Self-Driving software businesses. Adding to the positive mood, investor sentiment was also lifted by progress in U.S.–China trade talks. A better trade relationship could ease costs for Tesla's key Shanghai factory, which is central to its global production.

Shares of on-demand food delivery service DoorDash (NYSE:DASH) jumped 2.5% in the afternoon session after Goldman Sachs reinstated coverage on the stock with a "Buy" rating and a $315 price target. The analyst note cited momentum from the company's recently completed acquisition of its U.K.-based peer, Deliveroo. Goldman Sachs noted that it incorporated Deliveroo into its estimates and assumed DoorDash would invest to drive accelerating growth for the unit. This action was part of a series of recent analyst activities concerning the company. In the preceding days, Truist Securities had maintained its "Buy" rating while raising its price target, and Barclays had reinstated its own coverage with an "Equal-Weight" rating.

Shares of business advisory firm FTI Consulting (NYSE:FCN) jumped 4.3% in the afternoon session after its CEO, Chairman, and President, Steven Henry Gunby, purchased 7,500 shares of the company's common stock for a total of $1.13 million. The transaction, priced at $151.12 per share, was seen by investors as a strong vote of confidence, particularly as the purchase occurred while the stock was trading near its 52-week low. Insider buying is often interpreted as a signal that the company's leadership believes the stock is undervalued and expects it to perform well in the future. This move was the only insider purchase for FTI Consulting over the previous year.

Shares of toy manufacturing and entertainment company (NASDAQ:MAT) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after investors reacted positively to news of a product tie-up with streaming giant Netflix. 

Shares of off-price retail company Ross Stores (NASDAQ:ROST) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Wells Fargo raised the company's price target to $180 from $175, while keeping an Overweight rating on the shares. The analyst, Ike Boruchow, noted that the stock was one of the firm's favorite long ideas. Wells Fargo also mentioned it was raising its estimates and confidence levels as it saw a fundamental improvement in the company's story. This positive view from the analyst helped send the stock to a new 52-week high during the session.

Shares of e-commerce florist and gift retailer 1-800-FLOWERS (NASDAQ:FLWS) fell 13.5% in the afternoon session after a major shareholder, Fund 1 Investments, LLC, disclosed the sale of more than four million shares. 

Shares of discount retailer Five Below (NASDAQ:FIVE) jumped 2.8% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan upgraded the stock to 'Overweight' from 'Neutral' and raised its price target. 

Shares of life sciences company Revvity (NYSE:RVTY) fell 2.4% in the afternoon session after it reported third-quarter financial results that showed a drop in profits and margins, even as revenue grew. 

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.

Whether you see them or not, industrials businesses play a crucial part in our daily activities. 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 38% return over the past six months has topped the S&P 500 by 14.1 percentage points.

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.

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.

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.

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 stocks in this article are all trading near their 52-week highs. This strength often reflects positive developments such as new product launches, favorable industry trends, or improved financial performance.

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.

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.

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.

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.

While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".

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.

Banks serve as the backbone of the economy, facilitating lending, deposits, and financial services that keep businesses and consumers moving forward. Still, investors are uneasy as banks face challenges from credit quality concerns and potential regulatory changes. These doubts have certainly contributed to banking stocks’ recent underperformance - over the past six months, the industry’s 11.7% gain has fallen behind the S&P 500’s 23.9% rise.

Unprofitable companies face headwinds as they struggle to keep operating expenses under control. Some may be investing heavily, but the majority fail to convert spending into sustainable growth.

The low valuation multiples for value stocks provide a margin of safety that growth stocks rarely offer. However, the challenge lies in determining whether these cheap assets are genuinely undervalued or simply on sale due to their potentially deteriorating business models.

The low valuation multiples for value stocks provide a margin of safety that growth stocks rarely offer. However, the challenge lies in determining whether these cheap assets are genuinely undervalued or simply on sale due to their potentially deteriorating business models.