Ferguson plc (NASDAQ:FERG) Expected to Post Earnings of $9.85 Per Share for Fiscal Year 2024
Ferguson plc (NASDAQ:FERG) is expected to post earnings of $9.85 per share for the fiscal year 2024, as forecasted by equity research analysts at William Blair. This estimate has been increased from their prior forecast of $9.84, indicating a positive outlook for the company’s performance. Other analysts have also shared their insights on Ferguson’s stock, with various rating changes and target prices. The latest earnings report showed a slight miss on EPS and revenue, with institutional investors making adjustments to their holdings.
Investors Weighing Potential Bubble in AI Stocks as Palantir Technologies Experiences Substantial Growth
Palantir Technologies, a data analytics company, is experiencing substantial growth with a projected 20% growth rate for the current year. Despite being profitable, the company’s low margins indicate it may not be a cheap buy in terms of earnings. With concerns about a possible bubble in AI stocks, investors are contemplating whether to buy now or wait for a potential dip.
Reddit Files for IPO on New York Stock Exchange
Reddit, the popular online forum, has officially filed for an IPO on the New York Stock Exchange, allowing some loyal users the opportunity to purchase shares before they are publicly traded. Founded in a UVA dorm around 20 years ago, Reddit has grown to become one of the most visited websites globally, with its roots tracing back to the University of Virginia. Co-founders Steve Huffman and Alexis Ohanian met as freshmen at UVA and later pitched the concept at the Y Combinator startup incubator. After being sold to Condé Nast for $10 million, Reddit is now led by CEO Steve Huffman in San Francisco, while co-founder Alexis Ohanian resides near Miami with his family.
Premarket Activity Surges for Novo Nordisk, New York Community Bancorp, Victoria’s Secret, and Nvidia
Premarket trading is seeing significant movement today, with Novo Nordisk, New York Community Bancorp, Victoria’s Secret, and Nvidia all making headlines. Novo Nordisk’s surge is driven by positive clinical trial results for its obesity drug, while New York Community Bancorp’s merger plans with Flagstar Bancorp are creating investor interest. Victoria’s Secret’s split into two entities and Nvidia’s acquisition of Arm Holdings are also driving notable premarket activity, reflecting the dynamic nature of the stock market.
Vermilion Energy Set to Unveil Quarterly Earnings Report
Vermilion Energy, listed as VET on the NYSE, is set to release its quarterly earnings report, with analysts forecasting an EPS of $0.52. Investors are eager to see if the company will exceed expectations and offer positive guidance. Historical performance shows a pattern in how past earnings have influenced stock prices, with the company’s shares currently reflecting a 14.85% decrease over the past year. Despite this, VET stock showed promising signs of improvement on March 5th, potentially indicating a shift in sentiment towards the company.
AT&T to Webcast Fireside Chat with CFO at Deutsche Bank Conference
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) will be webcasting a fireside chat with Pascal Desroches, the senior executive vice president and chief financial officer, at the 32nd Annual Deutsche Bank Media, Internet & Telecom Conference on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The webcast will offer insights into the company’s initiatives and the evolving landscape of media, internet, and telecom industries.
Potential Recovery for Banco Santander, S.A. (SAN) Investors
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NextEra Energy Investors Underperform S&P 500 Despite Solid Execution
NextEra Energy investors have underperformed the S&P 500 over the past year despite solid execution. Florida Power & Light, NextEra Energy’s core business, demonstrated growth in adjusted EPS and stable ROCE. Market pessimism is not expected to last forever.
TopBuild Corp. (NYSE:BLD) Expected to Post Q1 2024 Earnings of $4.68 Per Share, Seaport Res Ptn Forecasts
TopBuild Corp. (NYSE:BLD) is projected to post Q1 2024 earnings of $4.68 per share, with a positive outlook from Seaport Res Ptn. The company recently reported earnings that surpassed expectations, leading to increased price targets and ratings from various research analysts. Market data indicates a ‘Moderate Buy’ consensus rating for TopBuild, with favorable stock performance reflecting the positive forecasts and analyst sentiment.
UBS Group AG Reduces Position in Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:PARR)
UBS Group AG reduces position in Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. by 31.1% during third quarter, while other hedge funds make changes to their stakes. StockNews.com upgrades Par Pacific to ‘buy’ rating, UBS Group lowers price objective. NYSE PARR shares opened at $35.95 on Friday.