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Wireless telecommunications provider Array (NYSE:AD) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 93.8% year on year to $60.33 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.48 per share was 39.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Money transfer company Western Union (NYSE:WU) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 3.1% year on year to $1.01 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.45 per share was 4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Internet service provider Cogent Communications (NASDAQ:CCOI) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 4.7% year on year to $240.5 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.64 per share was 34.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Energy and industrial distributor DNOW (NYSE:DNOW) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 68% year on year to $959 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.95 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Identification solutions manufacturer Brady (NYSE:BRC) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.7% year on year to $384.1 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.09 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE:CWK) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 10.8% year on year to $2.91 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.54 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Wendy’s fourth quarter saw a positive market reaction despite continued sales pressures, with management attributing the performance to strong international expansion and operational improvements at company-operated restaurants. Interim CEO Ken Cook acknowledged that while system-wide sales declined, efforts like launching chicken tenders and expanding digital offerings drove higher customer satisfaction and digital engagement. Cook described the quarter as one where "results were well below our potential," but stressed the operational progress made, especially in U.S. company stores, which outperformed the broader system by over three percentage points. These operational gains, combined with new menu items and digital investment, helped offset some weakness in core U.S. sales.

Pediatric healthcare provider Pediatrix Medical Group (NYSE:MD) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 1.7% year on year to $493.8 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.50 per share was 7.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Atmus Filtration Technologies delivered a fourth quarter that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations, with management attributing the strong results to disciplined execution and the successful rollout of its four-pillar growth strategy. CEO Stephanie Disher highlighted the company’s expansion into industrial air filtration through the acquisition of Cook Filter and the launch of the next-generation NanoNet N3 media as key drivers. Additionally, improvements in supply chain management and increased pricing helped offset continued softness in global markets. Disher noted, “We continue to deliver strong outperformance in the fourth quarter, which drives higher sales even as soft market conditions persisted in most of our global markets.”

Medical technology company Integer Holdings (NYSE:ITGR) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 5% year on year to $472.1 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $1.85 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.76 per share was 3.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Outdoor lifestyle products brand (NYSE:YETI) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 5.1% year on year to $583.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.92 per share was 4.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Digital insurance provider Lemonade (NYSE:LMND) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 53.3% year on year to $228.1 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.29 per share was 26.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Marcus & Millichap’s fourth quarter results were met with a positive market reaction, as the company delivered revenue and profitability above Wall Street expectations. Management attributed this performance to a late-quarter surge in deal closings, increased urgency from private clients seeking to utilize tax incentives, and successful outreach efforts across its lender network. CEO Hessam Nadji highlighted the strategic importance of growing the brokerage and financing teams, as well as the company’s resilience despite lacking a boost from lower interest rates. The company’s emphasis on expanding private client and middle market activity was a key driver, with Nadji noting, “A larger-than-expected resurrection and closing of deals that had been delayed or canceled early in the quarter, and a lift in urgency among our private clients... were key factors in the late-stage rally.”

Essent Group’s fourth quarter results prompted a significant negative market reaction, with management attributing flat revenue growth to a combination of modest new insurance activity and a stable but slow mortgage origination environment. CEO Mark Casale pointed to high persistency rates and strong credit quality as supportive factors, although he acknowledged that higher operating expenses and a slight uptick in defaults weighed on profitability. The company’s approach to capital management, including share repurchases and dividend increases, was emphasized as a strategic response to the current market backdrop.

Higher education company Laureate Education (NASDAQ:LAUR) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 27.9% year on year to $541.4 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $1.90 billion at the midpoint came in 2.2% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.15 per share was 45.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Advance Auto Parts’ fourth-quarter results were met with a positive market reaction, as the company delivered stronger-than-expected profitability despite a modest decline in revenue. Management attributed improved performance to foundational changes in store operations, including a significant reduction in underperforming locations and enhanced product availability. CEO Shane O’Kelly emphasized that “early progress is being recognized by vendor partners, customers and team members,” highlighting a return to positive same-store sales growth and operational improvements that expanded margins. These ongoing initiatives, such as optimizing the distribution network and upgrading store infrastructure, were key contributors to the quarter’s margin expansion.

Turbocharger technology company Garrett Motion (NYSE:GTX) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 5.6% year on year to $891 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $3.7 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.42 per share was 18.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Cloud communications provider Bandwidth (NASDAQ:BAND) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 1.1% year on year to $207.7 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $201.5 million, coming in 2.9% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.35 per share was 4.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Moderna’s fourth quarter results were received positively by the market, reflecting a combination of better-than-expected revenue and effective cost management. Management cited the successful U.S. launch of MNEXT Spike, improved operational efficiency, and disciplined expense controls as key contributors. CEO Stéphane Bancel highlighted that operating expenses fell by 31% year over year, while President Stephen Hoge noted, “MNEXT Spike quickly became our leading product in the U.S.” The leadership acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly the uncertainty caused by the FDA’s refusal to file letter on the mRNA-1010 flu vaccine, which management described as a source of “real challenges for businesses, patients, and the broader innovation ecosystem.”

Low-code automation software company Appian (NASDAQ:APPN) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 21.7% year on year to $202.9 million. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $191 million at the midpoint, 1.5% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.15 per share was 91.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Swimming pool distributor Pool (NASDAQ:POOL) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $982.2 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.85 per share was 12.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Automotive technology company Visteon (NYSE:VC) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales were flat year on year at $948 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $3.73 billion at the midpoint came in 3.6% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.96 per share was 41.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Leasing services company GATX (NYSE:GATX) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 8.6% year on year to $449 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.44 per share was 0.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Online home goods retailer Wayfair (NYSE:W) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 6.9% year on year to $3.34 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.85 per share was 23.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Infrastructure solutions provider Quanta (NYSE:PWR) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 19.7% year on year to $7.84 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $33.5 billion at the midpoint came in 6.4% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.16 per share was 4.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Agricultural and construction machinery company Deere (NYSE:DE) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 13% year on year to $9.61 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.42 per share was 17.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Online marketplace Etsy (NYSE:ETSY) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 3.5% year on year to $881.6 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.34 per share was 1.8% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Safety certification company UL Solutions (NYSE:ULS) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 6.8% year on year to $789 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.32 per share was 12.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Retail behemoth Walmart (NYSE:WMT) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 5.6% year on year to $190.7 billion. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $172.2 billion was less impressive, coming in 1.3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.74 per share was 1.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Hotel franchisor Choice Hotels (NYSE:CHH) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $390.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.60 per share was 3.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Human capital management provider Alight (NYSE:ALIT) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 4% year on year to $653 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.18 per share was 23% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Digital engineering services company EPAM Systems (NYSE:EPAM) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 12.8% year on year to $1.41 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $1.39 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.26 per share was 3.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Automotive parts company LKQ (NASDAQ:LKQ) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales were flat year on year at $3.31 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.59 per share was 9.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Rock-bottom prices don't always mean rock-bottom businesses. The stocks we're examining today have all touched their 52-week lows, creating a classic investor's dilemma: bargain opportunity or value trap?

Small-cap stocks in the Russell 2000 (^RUT) can be a goldmine for investors looking beyond the usual large-cap names. But with less stability and fewer resources than their bigger counterparts, these companies face steeper challenges in scaling their businesses.

Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains. This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.

Expensive stocks often command premium valuations because the market thinks their business models are exceptional. However, the downside is that high expectations are already baked into their prices, leaving little room for error if they stumble even slightly.

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 Nasdaq 100 (^NDX) is known for housing some of the most innovative and fastest-growing companies in the market. But not every stock in the index is a winner - some are struggling with slowing growth, increasing competition, or unsustainable valuations.

Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments. Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.

The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article. Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. They are also bound to benefit from a friendlier regulatory environment with the Trump administration, and this excitement has led to a six-month gain of 23.5% for the sector - higher than the S&P 500’s 7.6% return.

Low-volatility stocks may offer stability, but that often comes at the cost of slower growth and the upside potential of more dynamic companies.

The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article. Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.

"You get what you pay for" often applies to expensive stocks with best-in-class business models and execution. While their quality can sometimes justify the premium, they typically experience elevated volatility during market downturns when expectations change.

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.

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.

Each stock in this article is trading near its 52-week high. These elevated prices usually indicate some degree of investor confidence, business improvements, or favorable market conditions.

Cash-generating companies often have the flexibility to invest, return capital to shareholders, or navigate downturns. The best of these businesses not only accumulate cash but deploy it strategically for growth.

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.

Companies that consistently increase their sales, margins, or returns on capital are usually rewarded with the best returns, and those that can do all three for years on end are almost always the legendary stocks that return 100 times your money.

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 23.5% return over the past six months has topped the S&P 500 by 16 percentage points.

The stocks in this article have caught Wall Street’s attention in a big way, with price targets implying returns above 20%. But investors should take these forecasts with a grain of salt because analysts typically say nice things about companies so their firms can win business in other product lines like M&A advisory.

Wall Street has issued downbeat forecasts for the stocks in this article. These predictions are rare - financial institutions typically hesitate to say bad things about a company because it can jeopardize their other revenue-generating business lines like M&A advisory.

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".

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".

Even if they go mostly unnoticed, industrial businesses are the backbone of our country. They are also bound to benefit from a friendlier regulatory environment with the Trump administration, and this excitement has led to a six-month gain of 23.5% for the sector - higher than the S&P 500’s 7.6% return.

Financial institutions play a critical role, offering everything from consumer banking to wealth management and specialized financial solutions. But worries about economic uncertainty and potential market volatility have kept sentiment in check, and over the past six months, the industry has tumbled by 3.4%. This performance is a far cry from the S&P 500’s 7.6% ascent.

Semiconductors are the core infrastructure powering the Information Age. The way we live and work is also changing with AI, which is creating secular demand for more powerful chips. As a result, the industry has seen solid stock price performance over the last six months as its gain of 62% has outpaced the S&P 500’s 7.6% return.

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.

Each stock in this article is trading near its 52-week high. These elevated prices usually indicate some degree of investor confidence, business improvements, or favorable market conditions.

Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments. Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.

Exciting developments are taking place for the stocks in this article. They’ve all surged ahead of the broader market over the last month as catalysts such as new products and positive media coverage have propelled their returns.

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Wall Street has issued downbeat forecasts for the stocks in this article. These predictions are rare - financial institutions typically hesitate to say bad things about a company because it can jeopardize their other revenue-generating business lines like M&A advisory.

Value investing has produced some of the world’s most famous investing billionaires, including Warren Buffett, David Einhorn, and Seth Klarman, who built their fortunes by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices. But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.

Restaurants are go-to meeting hubs for friends, family, and colleagues. Still, their demand can ebb and flow with the broader economy because consumers can always cook meals at home when times are tough, and the market seems to be baking in a downturn for the industry - over the past six months, it has pulled back by 4.6%. This drop is a stark contrast from the S&P 500’s 7.6% gain.

The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on. However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.

A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south. While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.

Growth is a hallmark of all great companies, but the laws of gravity eventually take hold. Those who rode the COVID boom and ensuing tech selloff in 2022 will surely remember that the market’s punishment can be swift and severe when trajectories fall.

Expensive stocks typically earn their valuations through superior growth rates that other companies simply can’t match. The flip side though is that these lofty expectations make them particularly susceptible to drawdowns when market sentiment shifts.

The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is home to many small-cap stocks, offering investors the chance to uncover hidden gems before the broader market catches on. However, these companies often come with higher volatility and risk, as their smaller size makes them more vulnerable to economic downturns.