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But we also understand that investors develop their own strategies, so we are constantly looking at the latest trends in value, growth, and momentum to find strong companies for our readers. Looking at the history of these trends, perhaps none is more beloved than value investing. This strategy simply looks to identify companies that are being undervalued by the broader market. 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The stock hit a new 52-week high of $58.67 in the previous session. H&R Block has gained 24.3% since the start of the year compared to the -7.5% gain for the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector and the 22.1% return for the Zacks Consumer Services - Miscellaneous industry. What's Driving the Outperformance? The stock has a great record of positive earnings surprises, as it hasn't missed our earnings consensus estimate in any of the last four quarters. 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But not every company with momentum is a long-term winner, and plenty of investors have lost money betting on short-term fads. Keeping that in mind, here are three overhyped stocks that may correct and some you should consider instead. 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The Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 ended in positive territory while the Dow ended in negative territory. How Did the Benchmarks Perform? The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) fell 0.04%, or 21.58 points, to close at 53,770.27. Fifteen components of the 30-stock index ended in the negative zone; 15 ended in the positive. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.5% to close at 26,588.49. The S&P 500 gained 0.3% to end at 7,748.50. 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H&R Block (HRB) has put in its strongest financial performance in five years, with higher revenue, EBITDA and adjusted EPS, record gains in client conversion and retention, and a higher dividend alongside continued share buybacks. See our latest analysis for H&R Block. H&R Block's latest results and buyback update have been met with a sharp repricing of the stock, with a 1 day share price return of 16.1% and a 30 day share price return of 32.6%. 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NEWTON, Mass., August 12, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Great Place To Work\u00ae and PEOPLEmagazine have honored Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. (NYSE: BFAM) as one of the 2026 PEOPLE\u00ae Companies that Care. This is Bright Horizons' third time being named to this prestigious list. Earning a spot means that the company has surpassed rigorous benchmarks, establishing itself as one of the best companies to work for in the country. \"Our mission of supporting families and employers begins with supporting our own employees,\" said Sara Lester, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bright Horizons. \"We believe that when employees feel cared for and connected to a shared purpose, they can do their best work and make a greater impact. This recognition celebrates the culture of care and belonging our employees have helped build together.\" Bright Horizons' culture of care is reflected in programs that support employee growth, well-being, and community impact. Employees can earn associate and bachelor's degrees in early childhood education at no cost through the first-of-its-kind Horizons CDA & Degree Program, access financial assistance through the Employee Relief Fund during times of hardship and contribute to the work of the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, which creates Bright Spaces for children and families in need in communities across the country. That commitment extends to the military community through employment opportunities for military spouses and programs that help military families access affordable, high-quality child care. The PEOPLE Companies that Care list is based on over 1.3 million employee survey responses and data from companies representing the experience of more than 7.3 million employees in the U.S. Of those surveys, nearly 970,000 responses came from employees at companies eligible for this year's list, and these rankings are based on that feedback. Companies also submit essays that are validated by employee survey data to give a complete picture of the way an organization cares for its employees, its community, and the planet. To be considered for the list, companies must be Great Place To Work Certified\u2122 and have at least 10 U.S. employees. The Companies that Care list is highly competitive. Survey responses reflect a comprehensive picture of the workplace experience. Honorees were selected based on their ability to care for employees, families, and the communities where they operate. Story Continues \"Employees are under immense pressure, and the best workplaces are finding ways to support them in the ways they need,\" says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work. \"When employees feel that sense of care, they do incredible things \u2014 delivering the crucial results that grow businesses and build new markets.\" \"We're proud to celebrate companies that lead with purpose by supporting their employees, strengthening their communities, and driving positive change. Their commitment to positive impact reflects PEOPLE's longstanding mission to celebrate stories of inspiring people whose actions create lasting impact,\" said Charlotte Triggs, PEOPLE Editor in Chief. About Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. Bright Horizons\u00ae is a leading provider of high-quality early education and child care, back-up care, and workforce education services. For 40 years, we have partnered with employers to support workforces by providing services that help working families and employees thrive personally and professionally. Bright Horizons operates approximately 1,000 early education and child care centers in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Australia and India, and serves more than 1,450 of the world's leading employers. Bright Horizons' early education and child care centers, back-up child and elder care, and workforce education programs help employees succeed at each life and career stage. 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(FTDR), sold 13,000 shares of common stock on August 10, 2026, at a weighted average price of $85.1103 per share. This transaction, executed in multiple trades between $84.565 and $86.000, leaves him with 20,023 directly held shares, including those acquired through the company's ESPP. The sale was not conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.", "date_published": "2026-08-12T19:41:08+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "Stock Titan"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "FTDR"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "United States", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "FTDR", "name": "Frontdoor Inc", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/540a9e8c-2c5f-4f03-b58c-9dd259c4def4/"}]}}, {"id": "source:17e398b7e55773f75da4f02f0674fc04f9e33bdbd7ce84b996bf60d4013466d4", "url": "https://www.mexc.co/stocks/hrb", "external_url": "https://www.mexc.co/stocks/hrb", "title": "HRB Price Today: H&R Block, Inc. 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H&R Block (NYSE:HRB) reported fiscal 2026 results that showed revenue and cash flow growth, along with strong shareholder returns. The company announced a substantial dividend increase and significant share repurchases for fiscal 2026. Management issued optimistic guidance for fiscal 2027, signaling confidence as H&R Block enters the new fiscal year. H&R Block is only one example of a company focusing on income and capital returns. 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KVUE, the world's leading pure-play consumer health company, delivered year-over-year improvement in second-quarter 2026, although earnings and sales slightly missed the respective Zacks Consensus Estimate. Net sales rose 3% year over year to $3.96 billion, while organic sales increased 1.6%. Kenvue's second-quarter 2026 top-line performance improved meaningfully from the year-ago period, marking a sharp reversal from the reported sales decline of 4.0% and organic sales drop of 4.2%. Profitability strengthened year over year. On the bottom line, Kenvue adjusted earnings of 31 cents per share increased 6.9% year over year in second-quarter 2025. The increase shows that the company benefits from tighter cost control and operating improvements. The quarter extended the improvement seen at the start of 2026, with organic growth supported by a combination of higher prices and improved volume trends. Kenvue delivered its third consecutive quarter of net and organic sales growth, with broad-based gains across all segments and regions. (Read more: KVUE Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates as Margins Narrows, Sales Rise) We note that Kenvue's shares have declined 3.2% since it released its second-quarter results on Aug. 6, 2026, before market open. The decline may be attributable to the company's soft quarterly performance, as both adjusted earnings and revenues fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate. However, shares of the Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have jumped 10.1% in the past three months compared with the industry's growth of 6.1%.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research KVUE's Q2 Key Financial Metrics Discussion Kenvue's three operating segments remain central to its trajectory: Self Care, Skin Health and Beauty, and Essential Health. Skin Health and Beauty remained the key growth driver in the reported quarter, supported by broad-based gains across regions, with Hair Care and Face Care leading the performance. Strong e-commerce momentum, disciplined commercial execution and demand for products such as OGX Pro Growth + Peptide and Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sun further supported results. Skin Health and Beauty sales increased 5.1% year over year to $1,113 million, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1,091 million. Organic sales increased 3.7% on higher pricing and volumes, while foreign exchange also contributed to the upside. Self Care sales increased 2.2% to $1,589 million; however, the metric missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1,617 million. Organic sales rose 0.6% year over year on higher pricing and positive foreign currency, somewhat offset by weak volumes. Essential Health sales increased 2.3% to $1,253 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1,274 million. However, organic sales rose 1.1%, as volume growth more than offset unfavorable pricing mix. Foreign currency aided results. Story Continues Kenvue Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Kenvue Inc. price-consensus-eps-surprise-chart | Kenvue Inc. Quote What's More For KVUE? Beyond the quarterly numbers, the pending Kimberly-Clark transaction remains a major strategic factor. Kenvue is simultaneously pursuing restructuring and operational-efficiency initiatives while preparing for the combination, which management expects to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to foreign regulatory approvals and other customary conditions. Kenvue is focused on strengthening its leading consumer health brands through innovation, targeted marketing and improved execution. The company is prioritizing its largest brands and markets while investing in new products that address evolving consumer needs. KVUE is also expanding its e-commerce and digital capabilities to improve consumer engagement. 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Management said that this percentage continues to climb and remains above its 10% benchmark for a healthy, scalable field organization, as the field embraces the company's strategic transition toward metabolic health. Continued improvement in coach productivity and the development of higher-producing executive directors remain important parts of the company's strategy. At its last earnings call, Medifast highlighted that stronger coach productivity and improved client retention are providing encouraging signs of stabilization across the business. These improvements are consistent with management's view that key operating indicators are starting to turn more positive, while the company expects continued productivity improvement as it works toward a return to profitability in the fourth quarter of 2026. The Zacks Rundown for MED The company's shares have gained 8.2% in the past six months against the industry's decline of 8.4%. MED currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research From a valuation standpoint, MED trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 0.48, lower than the industry's average of 0.80.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MED's current fiscal year earnings implies a year-over-year decline of 140.2%, and the same for next fiscal year earnings implies 4.1% growth year over year. Story Continues Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Stocks to Consider Some better-ranked stocks have been discussed below: Darling Ingredients Inc. DAR develops, produces, and sells sustainable natural ingredients from edible and inedible bio-nutrients in North America, Europe, China, South America, and internationally. DAR currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DAR's current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 12.8% and 926.5%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals. DAR delivered a trailing four-quarter negative earnings surprise of 38.9%, on average. The Chef's Warehouse, Inc. CHEF distributes specialty food and center-of-the-plate products in the United States, the Middle East, and Canada. CHEF currently carries a Zacks Rank #1. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CHEF's current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates growth of 10.8 and 24.7%, respectively, from the year-ago reported figures. CHEF delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 30.4%, on average. US Foods Holding Corporation USFD, together with its subsidiaries, markets, sells and distributes fresh, frozen, and dry food and non-food products to foodservice customers in the United States. USFD currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). 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September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are up +0.99%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are up +0.37%. Stocks are trading higher today on strength in AI and chip stocks after CoreWeave and Super Micro reported better-than-expected earnings. Stocks also received a lift from today\u2019s favorable CPI report, which supported T-note prices and reduced the odds of a rate hike at the next FOMC meeting to 39% from 51% on Tuesday. Join 200K+ Subscribers: Find out why the midday Barchart Brief newsletter is a must-read for thousands daily. Today\u2019s July US CPI report was exactly in line with market expectations. On a year-on-year basis, the July CPI eased to +3.4% y/y from June\u2019s +3.5%, and the core CPI eased to +2.5% from June\u2019s +2.6%. On a month-on-month basis, the July CPI rose +0.1% m/m, and the core CPI rose +0.2% m/m. Today\u2019s July core CPI report of +2.5% y/y matched the 5.5-year low posted earlier this year but remained above the Fed\u2019s 2% inflation target. The nominal CPI remains elevated at +3.4%, well above the 5.5-year low of +2.3% posted last year. Sep WTI crude oil prices (CLU26) are trading mildly lower today despite few signs of any progress towards a US-Iran deal to open the Strait of Hormuz. A Pakistan Foreign Ministry spokesperson said the current US-Iran talks continue and that a memorandum of understanding could be extended. A US Navy helicopter fired two missiles at a cargo vessel on Tuesday that the US said was trying to call at an Iranian port, in violation of the US blockade on Iran\u2019s ports. President Trump late Tuesday told reporters that the US has \u201ctotal control over the Hormuz Strait\u201d and that \u201cwe own it.\u201d He added, \u201cAt some point, maybe they\u2019ll do something, and then they get blown away.\u201d The outlook for strong Q2 earnings is a bullish factor for stocks. The S&P 500 is tracking for earnings growth of almost 32% in Q2, well above projections of +23%, and nearly four times the average earnings growth rate outside of the Covid period since Q4 of 2013, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. AI spending is expected to account for most of earnings, with AI infrastructure stocks set to contribute nearly 60% of the S&P 500's earnings-per-share growth in Q2. So far, earnings results have been positive, with 85% of the 446 S&P 500 companies that have reported Q2 earnings beating estimates, according to Bloomberg data. The markets are discounting a 39% chance of a +25 bp rate hike at the next FOMC meeting on September 15-16, down from 51% on Tuesday. Overseas stock markets are higher. The Euro Stoxx 50 is up +0.12%. China's Shanghai Composite closed up +0.32%. Japan's Nikkei-225 Stock Average today closed up +0.83%. Interest Rates September 10-year T-notes (ZNU6) are up +8.5 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield is down -2.7 bp to 4.662%. T-note prices received a boost today from the favorable CPI report, with the core CPI easing to match a 5.5-year low. Inflation expectations are mildly lower, with the 10-year breakeven inflation expectations rate down -0.7 bp to 2.258%. On the bearish side, there are supply pressures ahead of today\u2019s sale of $42 billion of 10-year T-notes and Thursday\u2019s sale of $35 billion of 30-year T-bonds. European government bond yields are lower. The 10-year German bund yield is down -2.6 bp to 3.132%. The 10-year UK gilt yield is down -2.5 bp to 4.939%. Markets are discounting an 88% chance of a +25 bp ECB rate hike at its next policy meeting on September 10. US Stock Movers CoreWeave (CRWV), a key AI data center provider, is up more than +18% today after providing guidance for $3.45-3.60 billion in revenue for Q3, which was on the higher end of market expectations, and full-year revenue guidance of $12.4-13.2 billion, up from its previous guidance of $12-13 billion. The company also reported positive news on orders and its backlog. Super Micr", "date_published": "2026-08-12T15:41:38+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "nasdaq.com"}], "tags": ["Market update", "HRB"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "United States", "coverage": "Provider-linked mention", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "HRB", "name": "H&R Block Inc", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/35d1bf6b-6217-4bac-97a4-082d3eec5b36/"}]}}, {"id": "source:6d78b6a4e8161da5649699a3e46911a837ee735b175fcbfc0226cd3a50b123c4", "url": "https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/hr-block-inc-nysehrb-plans-dividend-increase-046-per-share-2026-08-12", "external_url": "https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/hr-block-inc-nysehrb-plans-dividend-increase-046-per-share-2026-08-12", "title": "H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:HRB) Plans Dividend Increase - $0.46 Per Share", "content_text": "H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:HRB) has announced a 9.5% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.46 per share, marking its ninth consecutive year of dividend growth. The dividend is payable on October 6 to shareholders of record on September 3, implying an annualized yield of about 3.4%. The company also reported strong quarterly earnings of $2.38 per share and revenue of $1.14 billion, both exceeding analyst expectations, and provided optimistic fiscal 2027 guidance.", "date_published": "2026-08-12T15:41:21+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "MarketBeat"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "HRB"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "United States", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "HRB", "name": "H&R Block Inc", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/35d1bf6b-6217-4bac-97a4-082d3eec5b36/"}]}}, {"id": "source:1777b6b45bc897dafcb084373c3e911efecaa0c05d6bc7ddddb6373f54c2085b", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/bfam-vs-uls-stock-value-154002199.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/bfam-vs-uls-stock-value-154002199.html", "title": "BFAM vs. ULS: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?", "content_text": "Investors looking for stocks in the Business - Services sector might want to consider either Bright Horizons Family Solutions (BFAM) or UL Solutions Inc. (ULS). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now? Let's take a closer look. There are plenty of strategies for discovering value stocks, but we have found that pairing a strong Zacks Rank with an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system produces the best returns. The proven Zacks Rank puts an emphasis on earnings estimates and estimate revisions, while our Style Scores work to identify stocks with specific traits. Bright Horizons Family Solutions and UL Solutions Inc. are sporting Zacks Ranks of #2 (Buy) and #3 (Hold), respectively, right now. This system places an emphasis on companies that have seen positive earnings estimate revisions, so investors should feel comfortable knowing that BFAM is likely seeing its earnings outlook improve to a greater extent. But this is only part of the picture for value investors. Value investors analyze a variety of traditional, tried-and-true metrics to help find companies that they believe are undervalued at their current share price levels. The Style Score Value grade factors in a variety of key fundamental metrics, including the popular P/E ratio, P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a number of other key stats that are commonly used by value investors. BFAM currently has a forward P/E ratio of 14.03, while ULS has a forward P/E of 33.47. We also note that BFAM has a PEG ratio of 1.01. This figure is similar to the commonly-used P/E ratio, with the PEG ratio also factoring in a company's expected earnings growth rate. ULS currently has a PEG ratio of 2.89. Another notable valuation metric for BFAM is its P/B ratio of 3.69. Investors use the P/B ratio to look at a stock's market value versus its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, ULS has a P/B of 9.59. These metrics, and several others, help BFAM earn a Value grade of A, while ULS has been given a Value grade of D. BFAM stands above ULS thanks to its solid earnings outlook, and based on these valuation figures, we also feel that BFAM is the superior value option right now. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. (BFAM) : Free Stock Analysis Report UL Solutions Inc. (ULS) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com). 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The article suggests that while the dividend reinforces investor confidence, potential regulatory actions and cost inflation remain key considerations, and encourages investors to explore various analyses for a comprehensive view.", "date_published": "2026-08-12T14:45:10+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "Simply Wall Street"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "ROL"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "United States", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "ROL", "name": "Rollins Inc", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/9a9edad7-e39a-41f5-8fbd-a55bdec51b2f/"}]}}, {"id": "source:285d43975a7cb1c2618ead4a0b8c74150ecc06be9bf29ee84189bacbb0a1fd6d", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/news/zacks:65e9a78a2094b:0-h-r-block-q4-earnings-call-details-fy2027-growth-priorities", "external_url": "https://www.tradingview.com/news/zacks:65e9a78a2094b:0-h-r-block-q4-earnings-call-details-fy2027-growth-priorities", "title": "H&R Block Q4 Earnings Call Details FY2027 Growth Priorities", "content_text": "H&R Block emphasized its strategy to prioritize higher-value clients, improve retention, and leverage technology for its expert model during its Q4 fiscal 2026 earnings call. The company reported adjusted earnings of $2.38 and revenues of $1.14 billion, both exceeding consensus estimates. For fiscal 2027, H&R Block expects revenues between $4.11-$4.16 billion and adjusted earnings of $6.04-$6.24, while continuing strategic investments and capital returns.", "date_published": "2026-08-12T13:41:21+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "TradingView"}], "tags": ["Balance sheet", "HRB"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "United States", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "HRB", "name": "H&R Block Inc", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/35d1bf6b-6217-4bac-97a4-082d3eec5b36/"}]}}, {"id": "source:0094aaf86c5f630c775ad60867cb743b3ab232424317f1a3638ee4f3c16572a3", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/12/stocks-making-the-biggest-moves-premarket-crwv-smic-cohr.html", "external_url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/12/stocks-making-the-biggest-moves-premarket-crwv-smic-cohr.html", "title": "Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: CoreWeave, Super Micro Computer, Nebius, Cava & more", "content_text": "Check out the companies making the biggest moves premarket: Super Micro Computer \u2014 The data center infrastructure stock rallied more than 7.5% after Super Micro Computer issued rosy guidance for first quarter earnings and revenue, in addition to exceeding fourth quarter estimates. The company expects adjusted earnings in the range of $1.01 to $1.10 per share, far above the LSEG consensus estimate of 76 cents per share. Revenue guidance in the range of $14.5 billion to $15.5 billion also topped the anticipated $11.68 billion. CoreWeave \u2014 The artificial intelligence cloud company saw shares gain more than 18.5%. Second quarter adjusted operating income margin came in at 5% compared to the FactSet consensus estimate of 2.7%. Revenue of $2.58 billion was up 112% from the year-ago period, and it came in ahead of the $2.56 billion expected, per the LSEG consensus estimate. Lumentum Holdings \u2014 Shares rose more than 8% after the maker of optical and photonic products posted fourth quarter adjusted earnings and revenue that exceeded expectations. The AI beneficiary has had a blockbuster year thus far, up more than 120% year to date. Nebius Group \u2014 The AI infrastructure stock jumped more than 12.5% after the company reported better-than-expected EBITDA and revenues compared to analysts polled by FactSet's consensus estimates. Gross margins were also stronger than estimates too. Coherent \u2014 The optoelectronic devices manufacturer was boosted by Lumentum's earnings, ahead of its own set to be delivered after the bell on Wednesday. Shares jumped more than 5.5% in premarket trading. The stock rose more than 65% during the company's fiscal fourth quarter. H & R Block \u2014 Shares surged 11% after H & R Block issued an upbeat forecast for the 2027 fiscal year. The company sees adjusted earnings in a range of $6.04 to $6.24 per share on revenue of $4.11 billion to $4.16 billion. That compares to the LSEG consensus estimate of $5.86 per share and $4.05 billion. Kontoor Brands \u2014 The apparel company tumbled nearly 3% after it reported weaker-than-expected revenue in the second quarter. Kontoor generated $584 million in revenue, compared to analysts polled by FactSet's estimates for $587 million. Earnings slightly beat expectations, and the company raised its full-year earnings guidance above consensus estimates. Cava Group \u2014 Shares of the Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant chain jumped almost 12% after reporting second quarter earnings of 19 cents per share, topping the LSEG consensus estimate of 18 cents a share. Revenue of $368.4 million topped the anticipated $361 million. Software stocks \u2014 As the AI trade names were among the winners in the S & P 500 in premarket trading Wednesday, software names were among some of the index's biggest losers. 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Revenue: $3.95 billion, an increase of 4.9% year-over-year. EBITDA: $1.06 billion, an increase of 8.3% year-over-year, with 80 basis points of margin expansion. Net Income: $736 million from continuing operations. Adjusted Net Income: $688 million. Earnings Per Share (EPS): $5.69 from continuing operations; adjusted EPS of $5.31, up 13.9% year-over-year. Effective Tax Rate: 14% for fiscal 2026, compared to 22% in the prior year, including an $84.1 million one-time noncash tax benefit. Free Cash Flow: $756 million generated during the fiscal year. 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However, these businesses (and their stock prices) often stay small because their subscale operations make it harder to expand their competitive moats. These trade-offs can cause headaches for even the most seasoned professionals, which is why we started StockStory - to help you separate the good companies from the bad. That said, here are three small-cap stocks to avoid and some other investments you should consider instead. Bright Horizons (BFAM) Market Cap: $3.57 billion Founded in 1986, Bright Horizons (NYSE:BFAM) is a global provider of child care, early education, and workforce support solutions. Why Is BFAM Risky? 14.4% annual revenue growth over the last five years was slower than its consumer discretionary peers Free cash flow margin is projected to show no improvement next year Returns on capital are increasing as management makes relatively better investment decisions Bright Horizons's stock price of $73.37 implies a valuation ratio of 13.7x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than BFAM. Wabash (WNC) Market Cap: $526.7 million With its first trailer reportedly built on two sawhorses, Wabash (NYSE:WNC) offers semi trailers, liquid transportation containers, truck bodies, and equipment for moving goods. Why Do We Steer Clear of WNC? Demand cratered as it couldn't win new orders over the past two years, leading to an average 24.9% decline in its backlog Eroding returns on capital from an already low base indicate that management's recent investments are destroying value Unfavorable liquidity position could lead to additional equity financing that dilutes shareholders At $12.94 per share, Wabash trades at 20.2x forward EV-to-EBITDA. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why WNC doesn't pass our bar. BankUnited (BKU) Market Cap: $3.36 billion Born from the ashes of a failed Florida thrift during the 2009 financial crisis, BankUnited (NYSE:BKU) is a regional bank that provides commercial lending, deposit services, and treasury solutions to businesses and consumers primarily in Florida and the New York metropolitan area. Why Does BKU Give Us Pause? 5.5% annual net interest income growth over the last five years was slower than its banking peers Inferior net interest margin of 2.9% means it must compensate for lower profitability through increased loan originations Performance over the past five years shows its incremental sales were less profitable as its earnings per share were flat Story Continues BankUnited is trading at $46.46 per share, or 1.1x forward P/B. To fully understand why you should be careful with BKU, check out our full research report (it's free). High-Quality Stocks for All Market Conditions ONE MORE THING: Top 5 Growth Stocks. The biggest stock winners almost always had one thing in common before they ran. Revenue growing like crazy. Meta. CrowdStrike. Broadcom. Our AI flagged all three. They returned 315%, 314%, and 455%, respectively. Find out which 5 stocks it's flagging this month \u2014 FREE. Get Our Top 5 Growth Stocks for Free HERE. Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,460% between June 2020 and June 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-small-cap company Exlservice (+271% between June 2020 and June 2025). Find your next big winner with StockStory today. 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H&R Block Inc. earnings at a glance (GAAP) : -Earnings: $293.68 Mln. vs. $299.44 Mln. last year. -EPS: $2.30 vs. $2.20 last year. -Revenue: $1.145 Bln vs. $1.111 B", "date_published": "2026-08-12T03:48:36+00:00", "authors": [{"name": "nasdaq.com"}], "tags": ["Earnings", "HRB"], "_sharemaestro": {"country": "United States", "coverage": "Main company", "market_context": null, "companies": [{"symbol": "HRB", "name": "H&R Block Inc", "sentiment_url": "https://sharemaestro.com/sentiment/35d1bf6b-6217-4bac-97a4-082d3eec5b36/"}]}}, {"id": "source:630fc0897dcd079eabb136df1e34bd51cb1a8e67cfd2fee2930d1624793b0f42", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/medifast-q2-earnings-call-top-002122832.html", "external_url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/medifast-q2-earnings-call-top-002122832.html", "title": "Medifast\u2019s Q2 Earnings Call: Our Top 5 Analyst Questions", "content_text": "Medifast's Q2 Earnings Call: Our Top 5 Analyst Questions Medifast's second quarter was marked by stabilization in key business metrics despite continued pressure from declining coach numbers and shifting industry trends. The company's revenue and earnings surpassed Wall Street expectations, contributing to a strong positive market reaction. Management credited improved coach productivity\u2014up for the third consecutive quarter\u2014and the early impact of its new consumer brand, Trilivy, as key drivers of sequential stabilization. CEO Nick Johnson highlighted, \"Coach productivity was positive for the third straight quarter, with the highest revenue per active earning coach since 2022.\" Is now the time to buy MED? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Medifast (MED) Q2 CY2026 Highlights: Revenue: $76.38 million vs analyst estimates of $72.7 million (27.6% year-on-year decline, 5.1% beat) EPS (GAAP): -$0.28 vs analyst estimates of -$0.65 (56.9% beat) The company reconfirmed its revenue guidance for the full year of $285 million at the midpoint EPS (GAAP) guidance for the full year is -$1 at the midpoint, beating analyst estimates by 39% Operating Margin: -5.7%, down from -1% in the same quarter last year Market Capitalization: $130.5 million While we enjoy listening to the management's commentary, our favorite part of earnings calls is the analyst questions. Those are unscripted and can often highlight topics that management teams would rather avoid or topics where the answer is complicated. Here is what has caught our attention. Our Top 5 Analyst Questions From Medifast's Q2 Earnings Call Jim Salera (Stephens Inc.) asked for details on the Catalyst program's implementation costs and expected savings. CFO Jim Maloney replied that while millions in annual savings are targeted, specifics will be disclosed in the next quarter as the company finalizes plans. Jim Salera (Stephens Inc.) questioned whether the path to profitability in Q4 2026 relies solely on Catalyst or if other factors contribute. Maloney emphasized both cost savings from Catalyst and top-line stabilization, reinforced by new product launches, as key levers. Jim Salera (Stephens Inc.) inquired about coach receptivity to the Trilivy rollout and any transition challenges. CEO Nick Johnson reported overwhelmingly positive feedback from the field, with no major issues observed during the shift from OPTAVIA. Jim Salera (Stephens Inc.) asked how new products and compensation changes might impact margins. Maloney explained that top-line stabilization and cost actions should improve margins, with further benefits as the business grows and fixed costs are leveraged. Jim Salera (Stephens Inc.) probed for clarity on future margin trajectory as coach productivity rises. Maloney reiterated that increasing productivity historically leads to coach and revenue growth, which should positively impact fixed cost leverage over time. Story Continues Catalysts in Upcoming Quarters Looking to the rest of the year, the StockStory team will be monitoring (1) the impact of the Trilivy brand and new product launches on client and coach retention, (2) the pace and effectiveness of cost savings under the Catalyst initiative, and (3) ongoing trends in coach productivity as a precursor to potential revenue growth. Execution on these milestones will be critical to assessing progress toward profitability. Medifast currently trades at $12.64, up from $9.74 just before the earnings. In the wake of this quarter, is it a buy or sell? See for yourself in our full research report (it's free for active Edge members). Our Favorite Stocks Right Now ONE MORE THING: Top 6 Stocks for This Week. This market is separating quality stocks from expensive ones fast. AI is taking down whole sectors with no warning. In a rotation this fast, you need more than a list of good companies. Our AI system flagged Palantir before it ran 1,662% between October 2022 and February 2026. 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Revenues increased 2.9% year over year to $2.5 billion but missed the consensus estimate of $2.52 billion. The company's diversified fresh produce portfolio helped offset pressure in Fresh Fruit, where higher sourcing, fuel and shipping costs weighed on profitability. Diversified Fresh Produce - Americas & ROW delivered strong growth, with revenues rising 13.9% to $440.1 million and adjusted EBITDA increasing 33.8% to $20.6 million. Dole's shares have lost roughly 6% during yesterday's trading session, due to soft quarterly results. This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company's shares have fallen 9.4% in the past three months, wider than the industry's 6.4% decline.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research DOLE Revenue Growth Faces Cost Pressure Dole's second-quarter revenue growth reflected positive operational performance and favorable foreign currency translation. On a like-for-like basis, revenues increased 1.7%, or $40.7 million, as the company continued to see resilient consumer demand for fresh produce. Gross profit declined 10.5% year over year to $195.3 million as cost of sales increased at a faster rate than revenues. Operating income decreased 54% to $47.5 million from $103.2 million, pressured by lower gross profit, higher selling, marketing, general and administrative expenses, a non-recurring legal settlement charge and lower gains from asset sales compared with the prior-year period. Dole Segment Performance Remains Mixed Fresh Fruit revenues were $972.8 million, broadly unchanged from the prior year. Higher banana volumes in Europe and stronger underlying banana pricing in North America were offset by lower banana volumes in North America and weaker pineapple volumes due to adverse weather conditions. Fresh Fruit adjusted EBITDA declined 30.9% to $50.3 million, primarily due to higher fruit sourcing costs, elevated shipping costs, increased pineapple growing costs and the continued appreciation of the Costa Rican Colon against the U.S. dollar. Dole PLC Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Dole PLC price-consensus-eps-surprise-chart | Dole PLC Quote DOLE Diversified Operations Provide Support Diversified Fresh Produce - EMEA generated revenues of $1.1 billion, up 1% year over year, driven by favorable foreign currency movements and underlying growth in Scandinavia. This was partially offset by lower revenues in Spain. Adjusted EBITDA decreased 6.2% to $45.9 million as weaker results in South Africa, the Netherlands and Spain outweighed strength in Scandinavia. Diversified Fresh Produce - Americas & ROW remained a key contributor to results. 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