3 days ago
ZETA combines data, AI, automation, and execution into a single platform to turn data into strategic decisions with measurable outcomes – and its initial marketing focus is broadening. The company's second-quarter 2026 report showed $443 million in revenue (a 44% year-over-year gain), adjusted EBITDA of $92 million (a 56% jump), net income of $8.2 million or $0.03 per share (after a loss of nearly $13 million the prior quarter), and offered full-year EPS guidance of $0.11.
It's no wonder ZETA shares are up 51% this year – and they could rise more. MoneyFlows data shows how Big Money investors are once again betting heavily on the forward picture of the stock.
Institutional volumes reveal plenty. In the last year, ZETA has enjoyed strong investor demand, which we believe to be institutional support.
Each green bar signals unusually large volumes in ZETA shares. They reflect our proprietary inflow signal, pushing the stock higher:
Plenty of technology names are under accumulation right now. But there's a powerful fundamental story happening with Zeta Global.
#million #data #institutional #quarter
It's no wonder ZETA shares are up 51% this year – and they could rise more. MoneyFlows data shows how Big Money investors are once again betting heavily on the forward picture of the stock.
Institutional volumes reveal plenty. In the last year, ZETA has enjoyed strong investor demand, which we believe to be institutional support.
Each green bar signals unusually large volumes in ZETA shares. They reflect our proprietary inflow signal, pushing the stock higher:
Plenty of technology names are under accumulation right now. But there's a powerful fundamental story happening with Zeta Global.
#million #data #institutional #quarter
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Diamond Hill Capital, a First Eagle Investment Management company, issued its Q2 2026 investor letter for its "Small Cap Strategy". The letter can be downloaded here. The strategy returned 24.01% in the second quarter, outperforming the Russell 2000 Index's 21.49% return. Performance was positively affected by stock selection in health care and industrials, while the Fund's underweight position in information technology was the largest relative detractor as AI-related companies drove market gains. Small-cap equities benefited from strong earnings, resilient economic conditions, and easing geopolitical concerns, with technology leading sector performance while energy declined alongside lower oil prices. Despite the market's focus on AI, the Fund's strongest contributors came from businesses outside the theme, particularly in health care, defense-oriented companies, and tangible-asset industries. Looking ahead, the Fund remains focused on resilient, underfollowed companies tied to infrastructure, defense modernization, and essential industries where disciplined capital allocation and long-term demand can support value creation. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Diamond Hill Capital Small Cap Strategy highlighted Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) as a leading contributor. Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) provides engineering and manufacturing services for products and applications used in the aerospace and defense, industrial, medical, and other industries. On September 02, 2026, Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) closed at $165.60 per share. Over the last month, Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) declined 17.80% and its shares gained 81.24% over the past 52 weeks. Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) has a market capitalization of $2.55 billion.
Diamond Hill Capital Small Cap Strategy stated the following regarding Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Shares of aerospace and defense manufacturer Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) rose as both of its primary end markets strengthened simultaneously for the first time in years. Missile revenue increased by nearly a quarter, supported by funded Department of Defense contracts calling for substantial production increases, while commercial aerospace returned to growth following a prolonged period of lower activity."
Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 31 hedge fund portfolios held Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) at the end of the second quarter which was 18 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free rep
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Diamond Hill Capital Small Cap Strategy highlighted Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) as a leading contributor. Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) provides engineering and manufacturing services for products and applications used in the aerospace and defense, industrial, medical, and other industries. On September 02, 2026, Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) closed at $165.60 per share. Over the last month, Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) declined 17.80% and its shares gained 81.24% over the past 52 weeks. Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) has a market capitalization of $2.55 billion.
Diamond Hill Capital Small Cap Strategy stated the following regarding Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Shares of aerospace and defense manufacturer Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) rose as both of its primary end markets strengthened simultaneously for the first time in years. Missile revenue increased by nearly a quarter, supported by funded Department of Defense contracts calling for substantial production increases, while commercial aerospace returned to growth following a prolonged period of lower activity."
Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 31 hedge fund portfolios held Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) at the end of the second quarter which was 18 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE:DCO) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free rep
10 days ago
VinFast has reportedly suspended local manufacturing plans for three electric vehicle models in India, instructing suppliers to halt related work while the company reassesses costs.
Citing unnamed sources and an internal memo, Reuters reported that VinFast had asked suppliers to "hold all activities" on three programmes: the VF 3, a two-door SUV regarded as its most affordably priced offering for the Indian market, alongside the VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs.
The latter two are presently imported as kits from Vietnam for ******* embly within the country.
The development represents a setback roughly a year after VinFast, backed by Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup, entered the Indian market in September 2025 with the launch of its VF 6 and VF 7 electric SUVs.
The company established its first factory outside Vietnam in southern India last year and committed to a $2bn investment as part of efforts to build a regional manufacturing hub serving South Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
#vinfast
Citing unnamed sources and an internal memo, Reuters reported that VinFast had asked suppliers to "hold all activities" on three programmes: the VF 3, a two-door SUV regarded as its most affordably priced offering for the Indian market, alongside the VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs.
The latter two are presently imported as kits from Vietnam for ******* embly within the country.
The development represents a setback roughly a year after VinFast, backed by Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup, entered the Indian market in September 2025 with the launch of its VF 6 and VF 7 electric SUVs.
The company established its first factory outside Vietnam in southern India last year and committed to a $2bn investment as part of efforts to build a regional manufacturing hub serving South Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
#vinfast
11 days ago
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) reported its Q42026 results on July 29, beating top and bottom lines driven by robust cloud and infrastructure demand. On September 1, BofA Securities **** yst Tal Liani raised the price target on the stock to $600.00 (from $500.00) while maintaining a Buy rating, **** erting that the tech giant's massive spending has begun translating into stronger growth.
The firm increased its price target based on 28x their CY27E P/E versus 24x previously, a reflection that Microsoft's massive AI spending is now reaping results investors have been looking for.
For the fiscal year ended June 30, the tech giant spent nearly $116 billion on capital expenditures, a 79.62% jump driven by cloud and AI infrastructure. Free cash flow, as a result, fell 6.46% to $66.987 billion as the heavy investments weighed on near-term cash.
BofA's willingness to apply a higher multiple is a testament that the tech giant's spending is now showing up as accelerating revenue.
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#spending
The firm increased its price target based on 28x their CY27E P/E versus 24x previously, a reflection that Microsoft's massive AI spending is now reaping results investors have been looking for.
For the fiscal year ended June 30, the tech giant spent nearly $116 billion on capital expenditures, a 79.62% jump driven by cloud and AI infrastructure. Free cash flow, as a result, fell 6.46% to $66.987 billion as the heavy investments weighed on near-term cash.
BofA's willingness to apply a higher multiple is a testament that the tech giant's spending is now showing up as accelerating revenue.
Pixabay/Public Domain
#spending
12 days ago
UK beverage group AG Barr has appointed former Sainsbury's finance chief Darren Shapland as its new board chair with immediate effect.
In a statement today (1 September), the Irn-Bru owner said Shapland has also been made an independent non-executive director.
The move places Shapland on the group's remuneration and ESG committees and he will also chair the nomination committee, AG Barr said.
Shapland replaces Susan Barratt, who has been the company's interim non-executive chair since January. Barratt will now return to her previous role as senior independent director.
Euan Sutherland, the CEO of AG Barr, said: "We are incredibly excited to welcome Darren to AG Barr. His wealth of consumer, commercial, and financial expertise will be invaluable as we continue to drive long-term value for our shareholders, build our brand momentum, and execute our growth strategy."
#chair #barratt #executive #susan
In a statement today (1 September), the Irn-Bru owner said Shapland has also been made an independent non-executive director.
The move places Shapland on the group's remuneration and ESG committees and he will also chair the nomination committee, AG Barr said.
Shapland replaces Susan Barratt, who has been the company's interim non-executive chair since January. Barratt will now return to her previous role as senior independent director.
Euan Sutherland, the CEO of AG Barr, said: "We are incredibly excited to welcome Darren to AG Barr. His wealth of consumer, commercial, and financial expertise will be invaluable as we continue to drive long-term value for our shareholders, build our brand momentum, and execute our growth strategy."
#chair #barratt #executive #susan
18 days ago
Volkswagen's (VW) chief executive Oliver Blume has told employees that around half of any further job reductions at the carmaker will need to fall on Germany.
According to a Bloomberg report, addressing thousands of staff at the Wolfsburg site on Tuesday (25 August), Blume said the reductions were unavoidable given that the company's fixed costs run 30% above those of rival manufacturers.
He clarified that the frequently mentioned figure of 50,000 further job losses worldwide is a theoretical estimate rather than an agreed goal.
The company is currently developing measures to reduce annual European production capacity by 500,000 vehicles, streamline management structures, and trim its range of models and equipment options.
Employee representatives have cautioned that up to 140,000 roles could ultimately be affected.
#wolfsburg
According to a Bloomberg report, addressing thousands of staff at the Wolfsburg site on Tuesday (25 August), Blume said the reductions were unavoidable given that the company's fixed costs run 30% above those of rival manufacturers.
He clarified that the frequently mentioned figure of 50,000 further job losses worldwide is a theoretical estimate rather than an agreed goal.
The company is currently developing measures to reduce annual European production capacity by 500,000 vehicles, streamline management structures, and trim its range of models and equipment options.
Employee representatives have cautioned that up to 140,000 roles could ultimately be affected.
#wolfsburg
19 days ago
$544. That is the average withdrawal on Argentine retail crypto rails such as Lemon Wallet. The median transfer is between $150 and $270—closer to rent money than a portfolio shift.
That figure changes the familiar image of capital flight. Money once moved offshore through private bankers and complex accounts. Across Latin America, workers and small businesses can now do it from a phone.
BeInCrypto Intelligence's 23-page report, The Exodus Economy, traced six routes money takes out of the region and audited 12 products marketed as dollar accounts. We shared the findings with five industry executives. Their responses point to a difficult question: once digital dollars remove the friction from leaving, what could persuade that money to return?
Brazil shows why returns alone cannot explain the movement. The report sets local savings and dollars to a starting value of 100 in 2016.
Money-earning Brazil's benchmark CDI rate grew to about 150 over the next decade, while dollars held without yield ended at 99. Yet Brazilians' declared offshore wealth reached an estimated $654 billion in 2024.
#money #once #argentine
That figure changes the familiar image of capital flight. Money once moved offshore through private bankers and complex accounts. Across Latin America, workers and small businesses can now do it from a phone.
BeInCrypto Intelligence's 23-page report, The Exodus Economy, traced six routes money takes out of the region and audited 12 products marketed as dollar accounts. We shared the findings with five industry executives. Their responses point to a difficult question: once digital dollars remove the friction from leaving, what could persuade that money to return?
Brazil shows why returns alone cannot explain the movement. The report sets local savings and dollars to a starting value of 100 in 2016.
Money-earning Brazil's benchmark CDI rate grew to about 150 over the next decade, while dollars held without yield ended at 99. Yet Brazilians' declared offshore wealth reached an estimated $654 billion in 2024.
#money #once #argentine
23 days ago
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Kevin Warsh has wasted little time reshaping the Federal Reserve since taking over as chair earlier this year.
At his first press conference in June, Warsh made clear that he wanted to pull back from the central bank's reliance on "forward guidance" — the practice of signaling where interest rates could be headed — arguing that it is not "well suited" to the current economic environment (1). He has also launched a broader review of how the Fed approaches inflation and monetary policy.
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one
JPMorgan sees gold hitting $5,000/oz by Q4 — and savvy investors are protecting their wealth with a tax-advantaged Gold IRA. Get your free guide from Priority Gold
#federal
Kevin Warsh has wasted little time reshaping the Federal Reserve since taking over as chair earlier this year.
At his first press conference in June, Warsh made clear that he wanted to pull back from the central bank's reliance on "forward guidance" — the practice of signaling where interest rates could be headed — arguing that it is not "well suited" to the current economic environment (1). He has also launched a broader review of how the Fed approaches inflation and monetary policy.
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one
JPMorgan sees gold hitting $5,000/oz by Q4 — and savvy investors are protecting their wealth with a tax-advantaged Gold IRA. Get your free guide from Priority Gold
#federal
24 days ago
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Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET
Director of Investor Relations-Eduardo Galvao
founder and CEO-Cesar Nivaldo Gon
founder and president for North America and Europe-Bruno Guicardi
#motley #tuesday #relations #cesar
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET
Director of Investor Relations-Eduardo Galvao
founder and CEO-Cesar Nivaldo Gon
founder and president for North America and Europe-Bruno Guicardi
#motley #tuesday #relations #cesar
29 days ago
e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF) reported first-quarter fiscal 2027 results on August 5, and the headline number is hard to ignore. Net sales grew 36% year-over-year, marking the company's 30th consecutive quarter of net sales growth, a streak stretching back more than seven years. Management says only 6 of 516 public consumer companies tracked have matched that pace while averaging at least 20% quarterly growth. On the back of it, e.l.f. raised its full-year outlook to 18% to 20% net sales growth, up from 12% to 14% previously.
Of roughly 1,800 cosmetics and skin care brands Nielsen tracks, only 14 have topped $200 million in retail sales, and e.l.f. now owns four of them. Rhode, the Hailey Bieber brand, is the standout. It added about $160 million in net sales this quarter and posted $27 million in single-day sales on rhodeskin.com during its summer launch, pulling in 90,000 new customers while still drawing over 70% of sales from repeat buyers. International sales grew 61%, well ahead of the 29% domestic pace, as e.l.f. expands into Boots in the UK, Sephora in Brazil, and Naturium into Canada and Mexico this fall.
Rhode itself launches with Sephora across 19 European countries in September. The company is also pushing into haircare, with its June launch of e.l.f. Hair drew nearly half its buyers from outside the existing e.l.f. customer base, a sign the newer categories are expanding the audience rather than just cross-selling it.
Strip away Rhode and the core e.l.f. business told a different story this quarter. Organic net sales declined by a high single-digit percentage, and unit volumes fell about 3 percentage points even as pricing and mix added 39 points to overall growth. Management ran a pricing test this spring and ultimately cut prices on about 10% of e.l.f. SKUs to try to win back units, an acknowledgment that value positioning needed adjusting. Profitability also got a boost that will not repeat. Q1 gross margin jumped roughly 1,400 basis points to 83%, but over 1,050 of those basis points came from $50 million in IEEPA tariff refunds flowing through cost of goods. Adjusted EBITDA rose 93% to $168 million, yet excluding the refund, growth was 36%.
Management plans to reinvest the entire refund through lower prices and marketing, which it expects to be a net zero benefit to full-year EBITDA. SG&A as a share of sales also climbed to 54% from 50% a year earlier, and the company still owes the first payment on Rhode's earnout later this year given how far the brand has outperformed.
#back #sephora
Of roughly 1,800 cosmetics and skin care brands Nielsen tracks, only 14 have topped $200 million in retail sales, and e.l.f. now owns four of them. Rhode, the Hailey Bieber brand, is the standout. It added about $160 million in net sales this quarter and posted $27 million in single-day sales on rhodeskin.com during its summer launch, pulling in 90,000 new customers while still drawing over 70% of sales from repeat buyers. International sales grew 61%, well ahead of the 29% domestic pace, as e.l.f. expands into Boots in the UK, Sephora in Brazil, and Naturium into Canada and Mexico this fall.
Rhode itself launches with Sephora across 19 European countries in September. The company is also pushing into haircare, with its June launch of e.l.f. Hair drew nearly half its buyers from outside the existing e.l.f. customer base, a sign the newer categories are expanding the audience rather than just cross-selling it.
Strip away Rhode and the core e.l.f. business told a different story this quarter. Organic net sales declined by a high single-digit percentage, and unit volumes fell about 3 percentage points even as pricing and mix added 39 points to overall growth. Management ran a pricing test this spring and ultimately cut prices on about 10% of e.l.f. SKUs to try to win back units, an acknowledgment that value positioning needed adjusting. Profitability also got a boost that will not repeat. Q1 gross margin jumped roughly 1,400 basis points to 83%, but over 1,050 of those basis points came from $50 million in IEEPA tariff refunds flowing through cost of goods. Adjusted EBITDA rose 93% to $168 million, yet excluding the refund, growth was 36%.
Management plans to reinvest the entire refund through lower prices and marketing, which it expects to be a net zero benefit to full-year EBITDA. SG&A as a share of sales also climbed to 54% from 50% a year earlier, and the company still owes the first payment on Rhode's earnout later this year given how far the brand has outperformed.
#back #sephora
1 month ago
Broadwind Energy (NASDAQ:BWEN) reported sharply higher second-quarter revenue, improved adjusted EBITDA and record order activity in its continuing Gearing and Industrial Solutions businesses as the company advances its exit from wind tower manufacturing.
Chief Executive Officer Eric Blashford said the company is repositioning itself as a precision manufacturing supplier focused on domestic power generation and critical infrastructure markets. Broadwind sold its Abilene facility in April, and heavy fabrication results excluding pressure-reducing systems have been classified as discontinued operations. The company expects to complete its remaining wind tower orders during the third quarter.
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"Once we complete our remaining wind tower orders in Q3, satisfying our contractual obligations, Broadwind will have completed our strategic pivot away from wind," Blashford said.
Second-quarter consolidated revenue from continuing operations rose 67% year over year to $24.3 million, driven by higher order activity and deliveries in both operating segments. Adjusted EBITDA improved to $1.6 million, compared with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.1 million in the prior-year quarter.
#million #blashford
Chief Executive Officer Eric Blashford said the company is repositioning itself as a precision manufacturing supplier focused on domestic power generation and critical infrastructure markets. Broadwind sold its Abilene facility in April, and heavy fabrication results excluding pressure-reducing systems have been classified as discontinued operations. The company expects to complete its remaining wind tower orders during the third quarter.
→ SoundHound AI Sends a Loud Signal After Its Q2 Earnings Beat
"Once we complete our remaining wind tower orders in Q3, satisfying our contractual obligations, Broadwind will have completed our strategic pivot away from wind," Blashford said.
Second-quarter consolidated revenue from continuing operations rose 67% year over year to $24.3 million, driven by higher order activity and deliveries in both operating segments. Adjusted EBITDA improved to $1.6 million, compared with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.1 million in the prior-year quarter.
#million #blashford
1 month ago
Shares of Medtronic (NYSE: MDT), one of the world's largest medical device makers, have declined by more than 30% over the past five years. Higher costs, supply chain bottlenecks, quality control issues, and competitive pressure in surgical robotics all weighed on its stock.
Yet Wall Street remains bullish on Medtronic, with an average price target of $98.44 and a top target of $121. I believe it could rise more than 40% from its current price of $86 and hit that high-end target by the end of this year for a few simple reasons.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Back in March, Medtronic spun off its diabetes unit as MiniMed (NASDAQ: MMED) to streamline its business. It's also restructuring its business to expand its higher-margin cardiovascular and neuroscience portfolios and to integrate more AI features into its surgical planning products.
In fiscal 2026 (which ended in April), Medtronic's revenue grew 8.4% to $36.4 billion (or 5.8% organically) and marked its strongest top-line growth in ten years. From fiscal 2026 to fiscal 2029, **** ysts expect its revenue and EPS to grow at CAGRs of 5% and 13%, respectively.
#NVIDIA #years #surgical
Yet Wall Street remains bullish on Medtronic, with an average price target of $98.44 and a top target of $121. I believe it could rise more than 40% from its current price of $86 and hit that high-end target by the end of this year for a few simple reasons.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Back in March, Medtronic spun off its diabetes unit as MiniMed (NASDAQ: MMED) to streamline its business. It's also restructuring its business to expand its higher-margin cardiovascular and neuroscience portfolios and to integrate more AI features into its surgical planning products.
In fiscal 2026 (which ended in April), Medtronic's revenue grew 8.4% to $36.4 billion (or 5.8% organically) and marked its strongest top-line growth in ten years. From fiscal 2026 to fiscal 2029, **** ysts expect its revenue and EPS to grow at CAGRs of 5% and 13%, respectively.
#NVIDIA #years #surgical
1 month ago
Memory has become the latest pressure point in the AI hardware race. With demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) continuing to outstrip supply, soaring memory prices are beginning to ripple across the semiconductor industry, forcing companies to rethink product designs and pricing strategies. Even Nvidia Corporation (NVDA), the undisputed leader of the AI chip market, appears to be feeling the effects.
On Wednesday, Wedbush Securities highlighted how rising memory costs are increasingly influencing Nvidia's business, from changes to the configuration of its upcoming Vera Rubin platform to another reported round of price hikes for its consumer graphics cards. The brokerage believes the company is navigating not only higher costs but also persistent supply constraints in a market where memory has become just as critical as the GPUs themselves.
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On Wednesday, Wedbush Securities highlighted how rising memory costs are increasingly influencing Nvidia's business, from changes to the configuration of its upcoming Vera Rubin platform to another reported round of price hikes for its consumer graphics cards. The brokerage believes the company is navigating not only higher costs but also persistent supply constraints in a market where memory has become just as critical as the GPUs themselves.
Nebius Stock Gets Another Wall Street Upgrade. Here's Why Investors Are Paying Attention.
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1 month ago
The Fed fund futures forward curve is showing no change in rates is expected to be announced Wednesday afternoon.
However, the curve has shifted since last month, now projecting two rate cuts over the latter part of 2026, with only three meetings remaining.
Dear Sandisk Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for August 5
Nasdaq Futures Plunge as Chip Selloff Rages On, FOMC Meeting and Earnings on Tap
Ahead of Microsoft Earnings, Here's What Barchart Data Says Comes Next for MSFT Stock
#futures #dear
However, the curve has shifted since last month, now projecting two rate cuts over the latter part of 2026, with only three meetings remaining.
Dear Sandisk Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for August 5
Nasdaq Futures Plunge as Chip Selloff Rages On, FOMC Meeting and Earnings on Tap
Ahead of Microsoft Earnings, Here's What Barchart Data Says Comes Next for MSFT Stock
#futures #dear
2 months ago
After correcting about 30% since its shares went public in June 2026, **** eX (SPCX) stock may be bound for another round of decline. A lock-up period for pre-IPO shareholders is set to expire on Aug. 6, just days after the company will release its first set of quarterly numbers as a public company.
Approximately 911.5 million shares are set to go for sale at a value of about $116 billion, with potentially more shares coming into the market if certain performance milestones linked to its post-IPO share price are achieved. Meanwhile, liquidity in **** eX is expected to increase by the end of the year when 5.3 billion shares of the company may be available for trading.
Amazon Stock Just Hit a Major Hurdle Ahead of Earnings
Elon Musk Just Revealed a Quiet Win for Tesla's AI Ambitions
What a Major Anthropic Chip Deal Really Means for AMD Stock
#Stock #public
Approximately 911.5 million shares are set to go for sale at a value of about $116 billion, with potentially more shares coming into the market if certain performance milestones linked to its post-IPO share price are achieved. Meanwhile, liquidity in **** eX is expected to increase by the end of the year when 5.3 billion shares of the company may be available for trading.
Amazon Stock Just Hit a Major Hurdle Ahead of Earnings
Elon Musk Just Revealed a Quiet Win for Tesla's AI Ambitions
What a Major Anthropic Chip Deal Really Means for AMD Stock
#Stock #public
2 months ago
Brasada Capital Management, an investment management company, released its Q2 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter is available to download here. The market landscape in the past quarter has been significantly influenced by the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), overshadowing other concerns like geopolitical conflicts. Currently, the AI boom is so substantial that it affects the entire market cycle. Key factors include a 400% increase in memory demand due to AI, a slow supply response that takes years to catch up, and minimal demand destruction. The Fund's investment strategy focuses on essential infrastructure that maintains competitive advantages, rather than chasing speculative momentum. The firm emphasizes secular long-term growth, regardless of which AI technologies prevail. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Brasada Capital Management highlighted Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH). Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) is a leading manufacturer of electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors serving a broad range of end markets. On July 22, 2026, Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) closed at $157.51 per share. One-month return of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) was -4.63%, and its shares gained 50.78% over the past 52 weeks. Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) has a market capitalization of $193.77 billion.
Brasada Capital Management stated the following regarding Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) is one of the world's largest manufacturers of connectors, sensors, and interconnect systems, essentially producing the nervous system for modern electronics. The company designs solutions that allow power, signal, and data to flow reliably across demanding applications. Rather than selling off-the-shelf commodities, Amphenol acts as a crucial design partner, engineering the vast majority of its 500,000 SKUs as custom or semi-custom solutions tailored to the exact mechanical, thermal, or electrical requirements of its customers.
What makes Amphenol a high-quality business lies in its production of mission-critical components that represent a very small percentage of a customer's total cost of goods. Because the cost of failure is exceptionally high, whether in a commercial aircraft flying at 40,000 feet or a 1,000-volt EV battery, OEMs face significant switching costs and are reluctant to change suppliers once a component is proven reliable. This dynamic is further reinforced by a highly decentralized operating structure where general managers run their business units autonomously, enabling rapid, localized responses to customer needs. Additionally, the company is diversified across eight major end markets, with no single sector accounting for more than 25% of sales, which acts as a powerful shock absorber during cyclical downturns..." (Click here to read the full text)
#amphenol
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Brasada Capital Management highlighted Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH). Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) is a leading manufacturer of electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors serving a broad range of end markets. On July 22, 2026, Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) closed at $157.51 per share. One-month return of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) was -4.63%, and its shares gained 50.78% over the past 52 weeks. Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) has a market capitalization of $193.77 billion.
Brasada Capital Management stated the following regarding Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Amphenol Corporation (NYSE:APH) is one of the world's largest manufacturers of connectors, sensors, and interconnect systems, essentially producing the nervous system for modern electronics. The company designs solutions that allow power, signal, and data to flow reliably across demanding applications. Rather than selling off-the-shelf commodities, Amphenol acts as a crucial design partner, engineering the vast majority of its 500,000 SKUs as custom or semi-custom solutions tailored to the exact mechanical, thermal, or electrical requirements of its customers.
What makes Amphenol a high-quality business lies in its production of mission-critical components that represent a very small percentage of a customer's total cost of goods. Because the cost of failure is exceptionally high, whether in a commercial aircraft flying at 40,000 feet or a 1,000-volt EV battery, OEMs face significant switching costs and are reluctant to change suppliers once a component is proven reliable. This dynamic is further reinforced by a highly decentralized operating structure where general managers run their business units autonomously, enabling rapid, localized responses to customer needs. Additionally, the company is diversified across eight major end markets, with no single sector accounting for more than 25% of sales, which acts as a powerful shock absorber during cyclical downturns..." (Click here to read the full text)
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2 months ago
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(Bloomberg) -- The US Treasury Department has expressed concern over a number of high-profile tax strategies touted by Wall Street that it says may be "too good to be true."
Officials told an industry gathering on Tuesday morning in New York the department considers that some of these products may be abusive, and said it is actively evaluating the tools available to address them.
However, they stopped short of announcing new guidelines, saying instead they "expect a serious dialogue with the market before positions harden" and investors are placed at more risk.
The strategies under scrutiny include so-called 351 conversions, box-spread exchange-traded funds, products that offset ordinary income, and funds that avoid dividend income by flipping between other ETFs. Speaking at a Wall Street Tax ***** ociation seminar, Kevin Salinger, deputy ***** istant secretary for tax policy at the Treasury, and Erika Nijenhuis, senior counsel, said the department has no wish to over-engineer rules, but it cannot ignore a market developing around transactions with results Congress did not appear to intend.
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(Bloomberg) -- The US Treasury Department has expressed concern over a number of high-profile tax strategies touted by Wall Street that it says may be "too good to be true."
Officials told an industry gathering on Tuesday morning in New York the department considers that some of these products may be abusive, and said it is actively evaluating the tools available to address them.
However, they stopped short of announcing new guidelines, saying instead they "expect a serious dialogue with the market before positions harden" and investors are placed at more risk.
The strategies under scrutiny include so-called 351 conversions, box-spread exchange-traded funds, products that offset ordinary income, and funds that avoid dividend income by flipping between other ETFs. Speaking at a Wall Street Tax ***** ociation seminar, Kevin Salinger, deputy ***** istant secretary for tax policy at the Treasury, and Erika Nijenhuis, senior counsel, said the department has no wish to over-engineer rules, but it cannot ignore a market developing around transactions with results Congress did not appear to intend.
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2 months ago
Wall Street staged a comeback as dip buyers emerged, lifting stocks amid rally in chipmakers on bets the artificial-intelligence trade that's powered the bull market has more room to run.Julian Emanuel, Chief Equity & Quantitative Strategist at Evercore ISI, joins to talk tech volatility, the intact bull market, and earnings season.
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2 months ago
More than two-thirds of working Americans think that they won't have enough money to retire comfortably, according to a new study by wealth management firm Schroders (1). And more than half of retirees aren't sure how long their savings will last (2).
These worries come at a time when wages are lagging while inflation races ahead, making everyday necessities like gas and groceries more expensive (3). This makes it harder for working Americans to save up for retirement — and puts retirees living on a fixed income in a tricky spot.
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Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going
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These worries come at a time when wages are lagging while inflation races ahead, making everyday necessities like gas and groceries more expensive (3). This makes it harder for working Americans to save up for retirement — and puts retirees living on a fixed income in a tricky spot.
Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one
Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going
#money #like
2 months ago
Heartland Advisors, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for "Heartland Mid Cap Value Fund". A copy can be downloaded here. Mid-cap stocks sharply rose in the second quarter, driven by perceived AI beneficiaries, particularly in Technology. The Fund returned 9.90% in the quarter, compared to the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% return. The underperformance was driven by negative stock selection despite Tech being one of the top absolute return contributors. In the challenging environment, the Fund remains focused on its disciplined approach to security selection. In addition, you can check the Fund's top 5 holdings to determine its best picks for 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Heartland Mid Cap Value Fund highlighted ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON). ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) is an American semiconductor company that provides intelligent sensing and power solutions to the automotive, industrial, aerospace and defense, medical, and communication industries. The one-month return of ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) was -16.99%, and its shares gained 57.48% over the past 52 weeks. On July 14, 2026, ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) closed at $93.73 per share with a market capitalization of $36.48 billion.
Heartland Mid Cap Value Fund stated the following regarding ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Technology. In our Deep Value bucket, ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) manufactures power management and image sensing semiconductor products for automotive and industrial end markets.
ON is a leader in silicon carbide semiconductors, which are used primarily in electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy inverters, and high-power industrial equipment to reduce energy loss and improve efficiency. ON endured a cyclical deceleration in its auto and clean-energy-related markets that began in 2023. Throughout the downturn, management implemented a robust self-help playbook that optimized the company's manufacturing footprint and product portfolio for both a cyclical upturn and secular growth drivers. This included a new product platform with much higher profit margins than the existing business.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Heartland Mid Cap Value Fund highlighted ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON). ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) is an American semiconductor company that provides intelligent sensing and power solutions to the automotive, industrial, aerospace and defense, medical, and communication industries. The one-month return of ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) was -16.99%, and its shares gained 57.48% over the past 52 weeks. On July 14, 2026, ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) closed at $93.73 per share with a market capitalization of $36.48 billion.
Heartland Mid Cap Value Fund stated the following regarding ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Technology. In our Deep Value bucket, ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) manufactures power management and image sensing semiconductor products for automotive and industrial end markets.
ON is a leader in silicon carbide semiconductors, which are used primarily in electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy inverters, and high-power industrial equipment to reduce energy loss and improve efficiency. ON endured a cyclical deceleration in its auto and clean-energy-related markets that began in 2023. Throughout the downturn, management implemented a robust self-help playbook that optimized the company's manufacturing footprint and product portfolio for both a cyclical upturn and secular growth drivers. This included a new product platform with much higher profit margins than the existing business.
2 months ago
Soybeans are trading with midday gains of 7 to 11 ½ cents so far. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 9 1/2 cents at $11.54 1/4. Soymeal futures are down $2.30, with Soy Oil futures 248 to 300 points higher. There were 45 deliveries issued against July soybean meal on Friday night, with 304 for July bean oil.
USDA reported a private export sale of 136,000 MT of soybeans to China this morning for 2026/27.
Wheat's Bullish Fundamentals Are Growing—So Why Do Prices Keep Falling?
Global Weather Concerns and China Demand Are Spiking Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices
Why Did the Commodity Complex Remind Me of the Bangles to Start the Week?
USDA reported a private export sale of 136,000 MT of soybeans to China this morning for 2026/27.
Wheat's Bullish Fundamentals Are Growing—So Why Do Prices Keep Falling?
Global Weather Concerns and China Demand Are Spiking Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices
Why Did the Commodity Complex Remind Me of the Bangles to Start the Week?
2 months ago
By Hannah Lang
WASHINGTON, July 9 (Reuters) - Coinbase's chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, is stepping down after six years at the U.S. cryptocurrency exchange where he fought off a major lawsuit brought by the U.S. securities regulator and played an instrumental role in the crypto industry's Washington campaign to secure industry-friendly policies.
Molly Abraham, Coinbase's vice president of legal, will move into Grewal's role with the ***** le of general counsel, the company told Reuters. Coinbase is also naming Ryan VanGrack, who is currently vice president of legal, as the company's first vice chair and head of corporate affairs, Coinbase said.
Grewal first posted news of his departure on X. He will be staying on as an adviser at Coinbase and will remain on the board of Coinbase's National Trust Company.
MAJOR SEC LEGAL BATTLE
WASHINGTON, July 9 (Reuters) - Coinbase's chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, is stepping down after six years at the U.S. cryptocurrency exchange where he fought off a major lawsuit brought by the U.S. securities regulator and played an instrumental role in the crypto industry's Washington campaign to secure industry-friendly policies.
Molly Abraham, Coinbase's vice president of legal, will move into Grewal's role with the ***** le of general counsel, the company told Reuters. Coinbase is also naming Ryan VanGrack, who is currently vice president of legal, as the company's first vice chair and head of corporate affairs, Coinbase said.
Grewal first posted news of his departure on X. He will be staying on as an adviser at Coinbase and will remain on the board of Coinbase's National Trust Company.
MAJOR SEC LEGAL BATTLE
2 months ago
Chewy, Inc. (NYSE:CHWY) is one of the best stocks to invest in according to Two Sigma Advisors with huge upside potential. On June 23, TD Cowen ***** yst William Kerr named Chewy, Inc. (NYSE:CHWY) as the firm's best small- and mid-cap, or Smid-cap, stock idea for 2026, and at the same time reiterated a Buy rating and a $34 price target on the shares.
Kerr said his firm's endorsement was built around several growth and margin levers it believes Chewy has not yet fully monetized. These include its veterinary care partnership through CVC and Modern Animal, an expanding advertising business, ongoing automation of its fulfillment operations, the Chewy+ membership program, and the integration of generative AI into its platform.
Kerr added that at the time of the note, Chewy was trading at just 6.3 times its enterprise value-to-EBITDA. He described this valuation as attractive given the company's expected EBITDA compound annual growth rate of 15% over the next five years. Put simply, the ***** yst believes the stock is too cheap relative to how fast the business is expected to grow.
The ***** yst also pointed out that as online shopping for pet products continues to grow as a share of total industry sales, Chewy is well positioned to pull customers away from physical competitors. The competitors include local pet stores, traditional retailers, and grocery chains.
The Smid-cap designation places Chewy in a curated list of TD Cowen's top investment picks for companies with a market capitalization generally below $10 billion. This is the firm's annual selection that signals its highest-conviction ideas in that size category.
Kerr said his firm's endorsement was built around several growth and margin levers it believes Chewy has not yet fully monetized. These include its veterinary care partnership through CVC and Modern Animal, an expanding advertising business, ongoing automation of its fulfillment operations, the Chewy+ membership program, and the integration of generative AI into its platform.
Kerr added that at the time of the note, Chewy was trading at just 6.3 times its enterprise value-to-EBITDA. He described this valuation as attractive given the company's expected EBITDA compound annual growth rate of 15% over the next five years. Put simply, the ***** yst believes the stock is too cheap relative to how fast the business is expected to grow.
The ***** yst also pointed out that as online shopping for pet products continues to grow as a share of total industry sales, Chewy is well positioned to pull customers away from physical competitors. The competitors include local pet stores, traditional retailers, and grocery chains.
The Smid-cap designation places Chewy in a curated list of TD Cowen's top investment picks for companies with a market capitalization generally below $10 billion. This is the firm's annual selection that signals its highest-conviction ideas in that size category.
2 months ago
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) is one of the 10 Most Promising EV Stocks to Buy According to ***** ysts.
On June 22, Reuters reported that Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) will cut about 18% of its US workforce, and Chief Operating Officer Marc Winterhoff has left the company. It is the second major executive change in recent months as the EV maker works to improve profitability amid intensifying competition. Reuters said the layoffs will affect full-time employees, contractors, and hourly manufacturing workers. The automobile firm will also eliminate the second shift at its AMP-1 production facility.
According to Reuters, Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) employed about 9,000 people globally as of Dec. 31, 2025. The firm expects the restructuring to generate about $158 million in annualized cost savings. It is recording roughly $32 million in severance and employee-related charges. Reuters noted that Lucid cut 12% of its US workforce in February and suspended its 2026 production outlook last month pending a business review. It continues relying on its Gravity SUV, future mid-size platform, and robotaxi partnerships with Uber and Nuro to support growth.
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) is a technology and automobile firm. It develops the next generation of electric vehicle technology.
While we acknowledge the potential of LCID as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
On June 22, Reuters reported that Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) will cut about 18% of its US workforce, and Chief Operating Officer Marc Winterhoff has left the company. It is the second major executive change in recent months as the EV maker works to improve profitability amid intensifying competition. Reuters said the layoffs will affect full-time employees, contractors, and hourly manufacturing workers. The automobile firm will also eliminate the second shift at its AMP-1 production facility.
According to Reuters, Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) employed about 9,000 people globally as of Dec. 31, 2025. The firm expects the restructuring to generate about $158 million in annualized cost savings. It is recording roughly $32 million in severance and employee-related charges. Reuters noted that Lucid cut 12% of its US workforce in February and suspended its 2026 production outlook last month pending a business review. It continues relying on its Gravity SUV, future mid-size platform, and robotaxi partnerships with Uber and Nuro to support growth.
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID) is a technology and automobile firm. It develops the next generation of electric vehicle technology.
While we acknowledge the potential of LCID as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
2 months ago
With a market cap of $35.9 billion, Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) is a $285 billion ***** et regional bank holding company, serving customers through more than 1,400 branches across 21 states. Through The Huntington National Bank and its affiliates, the company provides a comprehensive range of banking, payments, wealth management, and risk management solutions to consumers, businesses, corporations, municipalities, and other organizations.
The Columbus, Ohio-based company is set to announce its fiscal Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Thursday, Jul. 23. Ahead of this event, ***** ysts forecast HBAN to report an adjusted EPS of $0.39, a rise of 2.6% from $0.38 in the year-ago quarter. It has exceeded or met Wall Street's earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters while missing on another occasion.
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The Columbus, Ohio-based company is set to announce its fiscal Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Thursday, Jul. 23. Ahead of this event, ***** ysts forecast HBAN to report an adjusted EPS of $0.39, a rise of 2.6% from $0.38 in the year-ago quarter. It has exceeded or met Wall Street's earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters while missing on another occasion.
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2 months ago
Hardman Johnston Global Advisors, an investment management firm, issued its investor letter for the Hardman Johnston Large Cap Equity Strategy for the first quarter of 2026. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The strategy achieved a return of 0.68% (gross) and 0.57% (net) during this period, in contrast to a -4.33% return for the S&P 500 Total Return Index. Companies with robust backlogs of customer business were rewarded, while those with more economically sensitive clients faced underperformance. Looking beyond the immediate disruptions, the firm believes the overall outlook for the U.S. economy remains positive. Please review the Strategy's top five holdings to gain insights into their key selections for 2026.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Hardman Johnston Large Cap Equity Strategy highlighted Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) as one of its leading contributors. Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) is a leading precision power conversion, measurement, and control solutions provider for semiconductor equipment and data centers. On July 1, 2026, Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) closed at $356.35 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $14.26 billion. Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) posted a one-month return of 11.04%, and its shares gained 157.96% over the past 52 weeks.
Hardman Johnston Large Cap Equity Strategy stated the following regarding Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"The best contributors were led by Vertiv Holdings Co., Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS), and Curtiss Wright Corporation. All three saw customer order growth adding to already strong backlogs in their respective fields of computing infrastructure, and aerospace/nuclear power. We continue to monitor their business closely for cracks in the foundation but remain confident that they are essential to customers and the prospects for growth are solid."
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 45 hedge fund portfolios held Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) at the end of the first quarter, up from 27 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Hardman Johnston Large Cap Equity Strategy highlighted Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) as one of its leading contributors. Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) is a leading precision power conversion, measurement, and control solutions provider for semiconductor equipment and data centers. On July 1, 2026, Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) closed at $356.35 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $14.26 billion. Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) posted a one-month return of 11.04%, and its shares gained 157.96% over the past 52 weeks.
Hardman Johnston Large Cap Equity Strategy stated the following regarding Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"The best contributors were led by Vertiv Holdings Co., Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS), and Curtiss Wright Corporation. All three saw customer order growth adding to already strong backlogs in their respective fields of computing infrastructure, and aerospace/nuclear power. We continue to monitor their business closely for cracks in the foundation but remain confident that they are essential to customers and the prospects for growth are solid."
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 45 hedge fund portfolios held Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) at the end of the first quarter, up from 27 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEIS) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
