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Used-car retailer America’s Car-Mart (NASDAQ:CRMT) reported Q3 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 1.2% year on year to $350.2 million. Its GAAP loss of $2.71 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Intimatewear and beauty retailer Victoria’s Secret (NYSE:VSCO) will be reporting earnings this Friday before market hours. Here’s what you need to know.

Global stock markets are currently grappling with a significant struggle for fresh momentum, as investors worldwide adopt a decidedly cautious stance in anticipation of a critical wave of economic data releases. This period of heightened vigilance, particularly pronounced in early December 2025, is creating a tense atmosphere across major indices,

Shares of buy-now-pay-later service Sezzle (NASDAQCM:SEZL) jumped 6.4% in the afternoon session after positive reports for the "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) industry pointed to a strong holiday shopping season. This optimism stemmed from an Adobe Analytics forecast that projected spending using BNPL services would reach $20.2 billion during the holidays, an 11 percent increase from the previous year. "Buy Now, Pay Later" plans allow consumers to make purchases and pay for them over time. The payment method continued to gain popularity, especially among younger shoppers, signaling a healthy and expanding market for companies operating in the sector.

Shares of luxury electric car manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) jumped 5.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced its first major automotive partnership in Europe with HYROX, the World Series of Fitness Racing. 

Shares of financial services company Triumph Financial (NASDAQ:TFIN) jumped 7% in the afternoon session after a recent regulatory filing showed that institutional investor Creative Planning acquired a new position in the company's stock during the second quarter. The filing with the SEC revealed that Creative Planning purchased 13,194 shares, a stake valued at approximately $727,000. While the purchase took place in a previous quarter, the disclosure of a new position by a large investor often signaled confidence to the market. Such investments from institutional players sometimes led other investors to view a stock more favorably, suggesting a positive outlook on the company's future performance.

Shares of packaging and materials company International Paper (NYSE:IP) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after analysts at BNP Paribas upgraded the stock to an “outperform” rating from a previous “strong sell” rating. The firm also set a new price target of $44.00 for the stock. This change in outlook reflected growing confidence in the company's direction. Other analysts also noted the company's focus on transformation and sustainable packaging solutions. The leadership’s emphasis on simplifying the business structure and improving operations was seen as a positive step toward becoming a leader in the industry.

Shares of semiconductor designer Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ:LSCC) jumped 5.4% in the afternoon session after analyst firms reiterated strong "Buy" ratings and raised their price targets, showing confidence in the company's long-term growth. This reflected a positive sentiment among analysts regarding the semiconductor designer's future performance. For instance, Stifel raised its price target for the stock to $80, while Benchmark increased its price target to $82. Raymond James also adjusted its price target upward to $80. These actions followed a pattern of positive ratings from multiple other firms, underscoring a broad consensus on the company's favorable outlook.

Shares of security and healthcare technology company OSI Systems (NASDAQ:OSIS) jumped 2.8% in the afternoon session after Roth Capital increased its price target on the company's shares to $292 from $280. The investment firm also maintained its "buy" rating on the stock. An increased price target from an analyst often suggests a belief that the company's shares have more room to grow. This positive assessment likely boosted investor confidence, leading to the upward movement in the stock's price.

Shares of fashion conglomerate PVH (NYSE:PVH) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after investor optimism grew ahead of its upcoming quarterly earnings report. The apparel company was scheduled to announce its financial results later in the day. Ahead of the release, analysts had estimated that PVH would report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.55. The stock's positive movement suggested that investors were hopeful about the company's performance and were positioning themselves for a potentially favorable announcement.

Shares of fast-food pizza chain Papa John’s (NASDAQ:PZZA) jumped 2% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company sold 85 restaurants to one of its largest franchisees, who also committed to significant expansion. The pizza chain announced it sold its locations in the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore areas to Pie Investments Management. This transaction made the group one of Papa John's largest U.S. franchise operators, with a portfolio of more than 150 restaurants nationwide. The deal also included an agreement for Pie Investments to open 52 new restaurants in the Philadelphia market over the next five years. This expansion plan demonstrated strong confidence in the brand's future growth prospects.

Shares of industrial equipment manufacturer Kadant (NYSE:KAI) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after the stock appeared to continue its recent upward trend, driven by technical factors rather than specific company news. The shares had already risen nearly 12% over the previous two weeks, creating positive momentum. Technical indicators also flashed a 'Buy' signal, suggesting that the stock's trading patterns were favorable. This indicated that the climb was likely fueled by market sentiment and sustained buying interest, as no fundamental news or major announcements were reported to explain the move.

Shares of health insurance company UnitedHealth (NYSE:UNH) jumped 4.5% in the afternoon session after a flurry of positive analyst actions and strategic company updates signaled confidence in the healthcare giant's direction. Multiple firms expressed optimism, with Wolfe Research lifting its price target to $375 from $330. Bernstein also boosted its target to $440, and RBC Capital raised its target to $408. This positive sentiment was reportedly tied to the belief that UnitedHealth was positioned to improve its profit margins within its insurance division.

Shares of snack food company Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after the company received a 'Buy' consensus rating from analysts, supported by a robust operational outlook. 

Shares of cloud content management platform Box (NYSE:BOX) jumped 5% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter 2025 results that featured a revenue beat and solid billings growth, seemingly outweighing an initially negative market reaction. 

Shares of luxury furniture retailer RH (NYSE:RH) jumped 4.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced the opening of a new large-scale design gallery in Detroit. The new location, named RH Detroit, The Gallery in Birmingham, was described as a 60,000-square-foot, four-level immersive retail experience. This concept blended retail with hospitality, featuring a Rooftop Restaurant and a landscaped outdoor lounge. Chairman and CEO Gary Friedman noted that the space was part of a quest to elevate the brand through experiences that "cannot be replicated online." The opening was part of RH's broader plan to establish immersive Design Galleries in every major market, a move the company believed would help it reach revenue goals of $5 to $6 billion in North America.

Shares of internet service provider Cogent Communications (NASDAQ:CCOI) fell 3.3% in the afternoon session after company director Lewis H. Ferguson sold a significant portion of his holdings, adding to recent negative sentiment surrounding the company. Ferguson sold 4,000 shares for a total of $81,340, which represented about 17.2% of his stake in that class of stock. Such a sale by an insider often worried investors, as it can suggest a lack of confidence in the company's future. The transaction followed a string of unfavorable news for Cogent. The company recently reported third-quarter results that showed declining revenue. In response, Cogent also slashed its quarterly dividend by approximately 98% to just $0.02 per share. This move led to downgrades from both Wells Fargo and UBS, who cited concerns over the company's performance and growth path.

New York, NY – After a remarkable run characterized by robust double-digit returns, the S&P 500's (INDEXSP: .INX) impressive rally is poised to decelerate significantly in 2026, according to a recent outlook from Bank of America (NYSE: BAC). The financial giant anticipates a moderation to more subdued single-digit gains, signaling

Shares of fantasy sports and betting company DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG) jumped 3.2% in the morning session after Benchmark initiated coverage on the stock with a 'Buy' rating and a $37 price target. The investment firm cited the company's strong performance in New York as a key reason for its positive outlook. Benchmark also pointed to potential growth from a possible expansion into Missouri as another factor supporting its rating. This action contributed to a broadly favorable view of the company among Wall Street analysts.

Shares of homebuilder D.R. Horton (NYSE:DHI) jumped 3.1% in the morning session after BTIG initiated coverage on the company with a "Buy" rating and a $186 price target. 

Financial markets are currently navigating a turbulent landscape, grappling with a potent combination of escalating artificial intelligence (AI) concerns and softer-than-expected labor market data. This dual pressure has triggered a significant downturn in equity markets, as investors reassess growth prospects and valuations, particularly within the high-flying tech sector. Simultaneously, the

Shares of workforce housing company Target Hospitality (NASDAQ:TH) jumped 2.3% in the morning session after the company announced a multi-year contract to provide accommodations and services supporting power generation expansion in Northern Nevada. The agreement, expected to generate approximately $35 million in revenue over its 25-month term, involved constructing and operating facilities for up to 250 workers. These workers supported the development of mining and data center projects in the area. This contract, set to begin in June 2026, brought Target Hospitality's total for new multi-year agreements announced in 2025 to over $530 million. The company planned to use its existing regional infrastructure for the project.

Shares of pool products retailer Leslie’s (NASDAQ:LESL) fell 17.2% in the morning session after the company reported third-quarter 2025 results that featured a massive earnings miss and weak forward guidance. 

Shares of financial services company Robinhood (NASDAQ:HOOD) jumped 3.3% in the morning session after a recovery in the cryptocurrency market fueled investor optimism. 

The U.S. private sector delivered an unexpected blow to economic optimists in November 2025, with payrolls contracting by a surprising 32,000 jobs. This significant downturn, reported by payroll processing firm ADP, defied economists' expectations for modest growth and immediately sent ripples through financial markets. The sudden slowdown intensifies