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Stratasys reported flat sales year over year in Q2, with revenue coming in slightly above Wall Street’s expectations but the market reacting negatively given cautious management commentary and persistent delays in customer capital spending. CEO Yoav Zeif pointed to disciplined customer behavior and longer sales cycles, particularly for large production deals, as central challenges. Zeif described the environment as one where “customers maintain disciplined capital spending approaches as they await signs of normalcy to emerge,” highlighting that while engagement remains high, many significant deals have yet to close.

Noodles & Company’s second quarter results disappointed investors, with revenue and profit metrics missing Wall Street expectations and the stock declining sharply after the report. Management attributed the underperformance primarily to weaker guest traffic and a misalignment between new menu pricing and consumer value perception. CEO Andrew Madsen acknowledged that the nationwide launch of the revamped menu, intended to improve food quality and brand identity, did not deliver the expected lift in guest visits, noting, “We experienced an unexpected decline in guest value perception following our menu launch in March.”

Kimball Electronics posted second-quarter results that surpassed Wall Street’s revenue and profit expectations, with the market responding positively. Management credited this outcome to sequential sales growth, disciplined cost control, and strong cash flow generation, which enabled further debt reduction. CEO Richard Phillips highlighted the company’s progress in repositioning for profitable growth, citing a notable increase in customer wins and high-quality ratings. Phillips emphasized, “We made significant progress positioning the company for a return to profitable growth with noteworthy accomplishments, including a record number of wins for future business.”

European Wax Center’s second quarter saw a positive market reaction despite a year-over-year sales decline and a revenue miss versus Wall Street expectations. Management pointed to early signs of stabilization in guest transaction trends and highlighted a disciplined approach to cost control and operational efficiency. CEO Chris Morris noted, “Our strategies are beginning to take hold,” referencing improvements in visit frequency among existing guests and enhanced marketing efficiency. The company also credited a test-and-learn approach and increased franchisee engagement as supporting factors.

Red Robin’s Q2 results were received positively by investors, as the company exceeded Wall Street expectations for both revenue and adjusted profit despite ongoing sales challenges. Management credited operational improvements—specifically labor efficiency and cost discipline—for the margin recovery, with CEO Dave Pace highlighting the company’s “270 basis point improvement year-over-year in restaurant level operating profit margin…driven by 300 basis points of labor improvements.” The launch of the Big Yummm value promotion and a deliberate pullback in marketing spend were also noted as key factors influencing traffic and sales trends during the quarter.

Brinker International delivered fiscal Q4 2025 results that surpassed Wall Street’s expectations, driven by strong same-store sales growth at Chili’s and considerable improvements in restaurant operating margins. Management credited these results to ongoing menu simplification, targeted operational investments, and upgraded kitchen equipment, all of which enhanced food quality and guest experience. CEO Kevin Hochman emphasized that “Chili’s has now beat the industry in the past 7 quarters on traffic,” attributing sustained performance to a disciplined focus on core menu items and improved labor deployment.

Cisco’s second quarter was shaped by strong demand for AI infrastructure and a refreshed networking product lineup, driving solid revenue and margin results. Despite meeting Wall Street’s expectations on key metrics, a modestly negative market reaction followed. Management attributed the performance to growth in webscale and enterprise orders, alongside continued adoption of advanced security products. CEO Charles Robbins noted, “We are innovating faster than ever before, making AI foundational in our designs and fusing security deep into our networking products.” The company also highlighted sequential improvements in order growth across most geographies, though softness persisted in public sector demand.

Ibotta’s second quarter results were met with a strongly negative market reaction, largely due to performance that came in below Wall Street expectations. Management attributed the underperformance to short-term disruptions stemming from an ongoing business transformation and reorganization of the sales force. CEO Bryan Leach described the company’s decision to pursue a broader strategic shift as a deliberate move to access larger media budgets and reposition Ibotta within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) promotions industry. He further acknowledged that, while early feedback on the new performance marketing model has been positive, delays in client ramp-up and validation were the primary causes of the revenue shortfall.

Home improvement retail giant Home Depot (NYSE:HD) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 4.9% year on year to $45.28 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.68 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Even if they go mostly unnoticed, industrial businesses are the backbone of our country. Their momentum is also rising as lower interest rates have incentivized higher capital spending. As a result, the industry has posted a 9.1% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 4.4 percentage points.

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.

Business services providers thrive by solving complex operational challenges for their clients, allowing them to focus on their secret sauce. But increasing competition from AI-driven upstarts has tempered enthusiasm, and over the past six months, the industry has pulled back by 2.6%. This drop was discouraging since the S&P 500 returned 4.7%.

Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.

The performance of consumer discretionary businesses is closely linked to economic cycles. Over the past six months, it seems like demand trends are working against their favor as the industry has tumbled by 1.8%. This drawdown was disheartening since the S&P 500 gained 4.7%.

Commercial lighting and retail display solutions provider LSI (NASDAQ:LYTS) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Specialty food company Lancaster Colony (NASDAQ:LANC) is expected to be announcing earnings results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what to look for.

Off-price retail company Ross Stores (NASDAQ:ROST) will be reporting earnings this Thursday after the bell. Here’s what to expect.

Financial technology platform Intuit (NASDAQ:INTU) will be reporting earnings this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what you need to know.

Retail behemoth Walmart (NYSE:WMT) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market open. Here’s what you need to know.

Technology distribution company ScanSource (NASDAQ:SCSC) will be reporting results this Thursday morning. Here’s what to look for.

Enterprise software company Workday (NASDAQ:WDAY) will be reporting results this Thursday after market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Security and healthcare technology company OSI Systems (NASDAQ:OSIS) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday before market hours. Here’s what to expect.

Financial technology provider Jack Henry & Associates (NASDAQ:JKHY) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 9.9% year on year to $615.4 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $2.49 billion at the midpoint came in 1.2% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $1.75 per share was 10.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Homebuilding company Toll Brothers (NYSE:TOL) reported Q2 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8% year on year to $2.95 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.73 per share was 3.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Furniture company La-Z-Boy (NYSE:LZB) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $492.2 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $520 million was less impressive, coming in 1.6% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.47 per share was 10.8% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Electronic measurement provider Keysight (NYSE:KEYS) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 11.1% year on year to $1.35 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $1.38 billion at the midpoint, 0.7% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.72 per share was 2.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

A number of stocks fell in the after-market session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the morning session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. The downturn in the market was largely attributed to a significant sell-off in megacap tech and chipmaker shares. Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Broadcom all saw notable drops, dragging down the VanEck Semiconductor ETF. Other major tech-related companies like Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Netflix were also under pressure. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains have been concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of health insurance company UnitedHealth (NYSE:UNH) fell 3% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. The downturn in the market was largely attributed to a significant sell-off in megacap tech and chipmaker shares. Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Broadcom all saw notable drops, dragging down the VanEck Semiconductor ETF. Other major tech-related companies like Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Netflix were also under pressure. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains have been concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.

Shares of EV charging infrastructure provider Blink Charging (NASDAQ:BLNK) fell 9.7% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. The downturn in the market was largely attributed to a significant sell-off in megacap tech and chipmaker shares. Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Broadcom all saw notable drops, dragging down the VanEck Semiconductor ETF. Other major tech-related companies like Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Netflix were also under pressure. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains have been concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.

Shares of digital financial services company SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) fell 5.3% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of buy now, pay later company Affirm (NASDAQ:AFRM) fell 5% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of telehealth company Hims & Hers Health (NYSE:HIMS) fell 6.4% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of aerospace and defense company Boeing (NYSE:BA) fell 3.6% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. The downturn in the market was largely attributed to a significant sell-off in megacap tech and chipmaker shares. Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Broadcom all saw notable drops, dragging down the VanEck Semiconductor ETF. Other major tech-related companies like Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Netflix were also under pressure. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains have been concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.

Shares of aerospace and defense company Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) fell 8.8% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of athletic apparel retailer Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) fell 3.2% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the morning session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investor apprehension intensified ahead of a key policy speech and perplexing inflation signals clouded the economic outlook, leading to a wider market retreat from growth-oriented stocks. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investor apprehension intensified ahead of a key policy speech and perplexing inflation signals clouded the economic outlook, leading to a wider market retreat from growth-oriented stocks. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investor apprehension intensified ahead of a key policy speech and perplexing inflation signals clouded the economic outlook, leading to a wider market retreat from growth-oriented stocks. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. The downturn in the market was largely attributed to a significant sell-off in megacap tech and chipmaker shares. Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Broadcom all saw notable drops, dragging down the VanEck Semiconductor ETF. Other major tech-related companies like Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Netflix were also under pressure. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains have been concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of building products manufacturer JELD-WEN (NYSE:JELD) jumped 3.5% in the morning session after a surprise increase in U.S. housing starts for July, which boosted investor sentiment for the housing sector. The Commerce Department reported that new residential construction rose to an annualized rate of 1.428 million in July, significantly higher than the 1.30 million economists had anticipated. This unexpected strength in home-building suggests resilient demand, which is a positive sign for building product manufacturers like JELD-WEN whose business is closely tied to new construction activity. The positive macro news builds on recent company-specific optimism. In the last month, analysts have been raising their earnings estimates for JELD-WEN, and the company reported second-quarter financial results that beat Wall Street's expectations earlier in August.

Shares of action camera company GoPro (NASDAQ:GPRO) fell 10.8% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. The downturn in the market was largely attributed to a significant sell-off in megacap tech and chipmaker shares. Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Broadcom all saw notable drops, dragging down the VanEck Semiconductor ETF. Other major tech-related companies like Tesla, Meta Platforms, and Netflix were also under pressure. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains have been concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.

Shares of leading designer of graphics chips Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) fell 3.5% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of pool products retailer Leslie’s (NASDAQ:LESL) fell 7.6% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week.

Shares of semiconductor quality control company Nova (NASDAQ:NVMI) fell 5.2% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of video sharing platform Rumble (NASDAQGM:RUM) fell 3.6% in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the morning session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week. 

Shares of footwear company Caleres (NYSE:CAL) jumped 3.3% in the morning session after the company announced an expanded partnership with Cash App's Afterpay service. 

Shares of lifestyle clothing conglomerate VF Corp (NYSE:VFC) jumped 3.1% in the morning session after continued investor optimism following a late-July earnings report that surpassed expectations and showed progress in its transformation plan. 

Shares of data analytics company Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR) fell 6% in the morning session after a prominent short-seller reiterated its bearish stance on the company, citing significant overvaluation and heavy insider selling. 

Shares of workforce housing company Target Hospitality (NASDAQ:TH) jumped 7.5% in the morning session after Stifel upgraded the stock to Buy from Hold and raised its price target, citing the company's new multi-year contract in the data center market. 

Shares of freight transportation and logistics provider Saia (NASDAQ:SAIA) jumped 3.7% in the morning session after continued positive momentum following several positive analyst price target revisions. Among the positive revisions, Evercore ISI boosted its price target on Saia to $345.00, giving the stock an "outperform" rating. Additionally, Barclays raised its price target to $350.00 and assigned the company an "overweight" rating. These upward adjustments from late July reflect growing analyst confidence in the trucking company's performance and future growth prospects. While not new, this collection of positive ratings appears to be reinforcing investor optimism and driving the stock higher.

Shares of computer processor maker Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) jumped 12.2% in the morning session after Japanese tech conglomerate SoftBank Group announced a $2 billion investment in the company.

Shares of health coverage company Centene (NYSE:CNC) jumped 3.3% in the morning session after regulators lifted an enrollment suspension on one of its Medicare Advantage contracts for the upcoming sign-up season. The contract, Wellcare of Missouri, was previously barred from enrolling new members because the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) determined it had charged excessive premiums and failed to spend at least 85% of premiums on patient care, a metric known as the medical loss ratio. The lifting of this suspension ahead of the upcoming sign-up season is a significant positive development for the health insurer, allowing it to resume membership growth in that specific plan. This news appeared to outweigh other reports of securities class action lawsuits being filed against the company.

Shares of digital small business lender Live Oak Bancshares (NYSE:LOB) jumped 6.6% in the morning session after Keefe, Bruyette & Woods upgraded the stock and the company announced it expects to recognize a significant pre-tax gain from a deal involving one of its investments. 

Shares of broadcasting and digital media company TEGNA (NYSE:TGNA) jumped 4.5% in the morning session after it announced a definitive agreement to be acquired by Nexstar Media Group (Nasdaq: NXST) in an all-cash deal. 

Shares of doughnut chain Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) jumped 3.4% in the morning session after the company launched a new limited-edition doughnut collection in partnership with Warner Bros. based on the popular Harry Potter series. The new collection, launched in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, features doughnuts inspired by the four Hogwarts houses: Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, and Ravenclaw. The collaboration with the globally recognized Harry Potter brand is a significant marketing move expected to attract fans and drive sales. To celebrate the launch, which began on August 18, Krispy Kreme is holding in-store events with freebies for customers who arrive in costume. This limited-time offering will also be available through retail partners, including 7-Eleven, expanding its market reach. The excitement surrounding this major brand partnership is likely fueling positive investor sentiment.

Shares of building materials company Builders FirstSource (NYSE:BLDR) jumped 3.3% in the morning session after a government report showed a surprise increase in U.S. housing starts for July, signaling stronger-than-expected construction activity. 

Shares of health and wellness products company Herbalife (NYSE:HLF) jumped 7.2% in the morning session after the company shared positive preliminary results from the beta launch of its new Pro2col digital health and wellness platform. 

EV charging infrastructure provider Blink Charging (NASDAQ:BLNK) reported Q2 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 13.8% year on year to $28.67 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.26 per share was 50.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.