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Zscaler (ZS) stock fell about 25% after FY27 ARR and revenue guidance missed expectations, with higher capital expenditures weighing on free cash flow margins. While many analysts lowered price targets, they remained constructive on the name due to robust net revenue retention, though concerns persist about competition from Palo Alto Networks and Netskope and slower new-logo growth in the SASE space.
Whirlpool warned that the Iran conflict has caused a recession-level decline in U.S. appliance demand, sending shares down about 12% as it slashed full-year guidance and suspended the dividend while citing higher raw-material costs, tariffs, and weaker big-ticket spending; analysts note a broader strain on big-ticket purchases despite strength in travel and services.
AMD topped Q4 estimates but guided Q1 revenue at about $9.8 billion (±$300 million), a softer outlook that pressured shares, even as CEO Lisa Su said AI demand is accelerating and data-center demand is ramping; the company expects an inflection in the second half with the Helios AI system launch.
UnitedHealth Group remains a contrarian buy after a selloff driven by Medicare Advantage margin concerns; 2026 revenue is expected to fall about 2% while operating income tops $24 billion due to cost controls and AI-led efficiency gains. Near-term EPS growth is about 8.6%, but management targets a long-term adjusted EPS CAGR of 13–16%, suggesting meaningful upside if multiple expands to a forward P/E around 15.8. With strong cash flow funding dividends, buybacks, and roughly $1.5 billion a year in tech/AI investments, the key risks are medical cost volatility and ongoing Medicare funding pressures.
Pfizer raised its 2025 profit outlook despite a 6% decline in quarterly sales and an 18% drop in earnings, leading to a slight dip in stock price, as the company reported better-than-expected earnings per share but maintained conservative full-year sales guidance amid mixed division performances.
Fiserv's stock dropped 44% after the company cut its earnings outlook and announced leadership changes, with revenues and earnings falling short of expectations, prompting strategic adjustments and a move to Nasdaq.
Stock futures increased after the S&P 500 hit a new high, reflecting investor optimism amid ongoing trade negotiations and positive earnings guidance, despite some geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.
Lululemon's shares fell 20% after it beat first-quarter earnings expectations but cut its full-year guidance due to a challenging macroeconomic environment, tariffs, and economic slowdown fears, leading to a significant stock decline despite strong quarterly revenue and profit.
HP Inc. lowered its 2025 earnings outlook due to increased costs from tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainty, leading to a 15% drop in after-hours stock. Despite beating revenue expectations, the company reported lower-than-expected earnings and plans targeted price hikes to offset tariff-related costs, with full cost recovery expected by Q4.
American Airlines' stock rose over 7% after the company increased its adjusted profit guidance for the fourth quarter, citing strong travel demand and improved pricing power. The airline now expects adjusted earnings per share to be between 55 and 75 cents, up from the previous range of 25 to 50 cents. Additionally, it anticipates fourth-quarter revenue per available seat mile to be flat or up 1% compared to the same period in 2023, with adjusted costs per available seat mile expected to rise between 5% and 6%.
Kohl's shares dropped nearly 20% after the company reported disappointing Q3 results, with earnings per share of $0.20 missing expectations of $0.31. Revenue fell 8.8% year-over-year to $3.51 billion, and comparable sales decreased 9.3%. The company lowered its fiscal year 2024 earnings guidance to $1.20-$1.50 per share, below the previous forecast and Wall Street consensus of $1.86. CEO Tom Kingsbury will step down in January 2025, to be succeeded by Ashley Buchanan.
Disney's CEO Bob Iger has unveiled an unprecedented three-year earnings guidance through 2027, signaling confidence in the company's future and his leadership. This move, rare for a company like Disney, aims to showcase the progress made since Iger's return and set up a smooth transition for his successor, expected to be named in 2026. The guidance highlights significant improvements in Disney's financial performance, particularly in streaming, and is seen as a strategic effort to solidify Iger's legacy and reassure investors.
Shares of Five Below, Spirit Airlines, and JB Hunt Transport Services are slipping in after-hours trading due to disappointing second quarter earnings guidance and results. Five Below announced a CEO transition and slashed its earnings forecast, Spirit Airlines cut its revenue guidance due to lower non-ticket revenue, and JB Hunt reported earnings and revenue below Wall Street expectations.
Samsung Electronics has announced its earnings guidance for the first quarter of 2024, with consolidated sales estimated at approximately 71 trillion Korean won and consolidated operating profit at approximately 6.6 trillion Korean won, based on K-IFRS. The estimates represent the median of the provided range, with sales expected to range between 70 trillion to 72 trillion Korean won and operating profit between 6.5 trillion to 6.7 trillion Korean won.
Palo Alto Networks stock surged 9.3% following positive analyst notes from Susquehanna and JPMorgan, countering recent sell-offs driven by disappointing forward guidance. Analysts believe investor sentiment may have been overly negative and maintain bullish outlooks, despite lowered price targets. The company's shift in strategy towards offering more free services may impact near-term financial performance, but some analysts see potential for long-term gains.