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Metal coating and infrastructure solutions provider AZZ (NYSE:AZZ) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025 as sales rose 2.1% year on year to $422 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $1.68 billion at the midpoint came in 0.5% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.78 per share was 11.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Custom-engineered solutions manufacturer Methode Electronics (NYSE:MEI) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q1 CY2025, but sales fell by 7.3% year on year to $257.1 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $950 million at the midpoint came in 9.1% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.77 per share was significantly below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of mobile app advertising platform AppLovin (NASDAQ: APP) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after analysts at Scotiabank upgraded the stock to a "strong-buy" rating. The investment bank's positive reassessment of the mobile technology company has signaled renewed confidence in its growth prospects. This upgrade is the latest in a series of optimistic analyst ratings for AppLovin. Scotiabank's analyst highlighted that AppLovin has "blown through the Rule of 40," a key metric for software investors that balances revenue growth with profit margins. To pass the test, a company's combined growth rate and profit margin should exceed 40%.

Shares of digital medical services platform Teladoc Health (NYSE:TDOC) jumped 3.5% in the afternoon session after the company received a price target increase from an analyst at Evercore ISI Group. Evercore ISI analyst Elizabeth Anderson raised the firm's price target on the virtual healthcare company to $8.00 from $7.00, while maintaining an "In-Line" rating on the shares. 

Shares of radiation safety company Mirion (NYSE:MIR) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Robert W. Baird raised their price target on the shares. The firm increased its price objective on the nuclear measurement and analysis company to $22.00 from $20.00, while maintaining an "outperform" rating on the stock. This new target suggests a potential upside of nearly 7% from the stock's previous closing price. The "outperform" rating indicates that the analyst expects Mirion's stock to perform better than the average return of the broader market. This vote of confidence from Wall Street follows a period of positive momentum for the company, which operates in the nuclear energy, medical, and science sectors. The move signals growing optimism about Mirion's future performance and its position within the expanding nuclear energy industry.

Shares of cannabis company Tilray Brands (NASDAQ:TLRY) jumped 17.8% in the afternoon session after the stock rallied on growing optimism regarding federal marijuana reform. The move comes as investors anticipate the potential reclassification of cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance under federal law. Such a change would be a significant catalyst for the industry, as it would acknowledge the medical use of cannabis and could ease the severe tax burdens currently imposed on cannabis companies.

Shares of semiconductor maker Penguin Solutions (NASDAQ:PENG) jumped 8.2% in the afternoon session after several Wall Street analysts raised their price targets on the company's stock. The bullish sentiment from Wall Street follows the company's third-quarter earnings report released the previous day. While Penguin Solutions reported a 7.9% year-over-year increase in revenue to $324 million, it slightly missed consensus estimates. However, the company posted a strong beat on non-GAAP earnings per share, surpassing analyst expectations. Buoyed by the solid earnings performance, particularly driven by its AI-related strategy, Penguin Solutions raised its full-year fiscal 2025 non-GAAP EPS guidance. 

Shares of sushi restaurant chain Kura Sushi (NASDAQ:KRUS) fell 11.6% in the afternoon session after its fiscal third-quarter earnings report revealed a concerning drop in customer traffic. While the technology-enabled Japanese restaurant chain reported a profit of $0.05 per share, reversing a loss from the prior year, and revenue of $74 million that topped analyst expectations, investors focused on a key underlying metric. 

Shares of coffeehouse chain Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) jumped 3.1% in the pre market session after the company received strong interest for a stake in its China business, with bids valuing the unit at up to $10 billion. The coffee giant is reportedly evaluating non-binding offers from nearly 30 private equity firms, including both international and domestic players like Centurium Capital, Hillhouse Capital, The Carlyle Group, and KKR & Co. This strategic review comes as Starbucks faces intense competition in the crucial Chinese market. 

Shares of telehealth company Hims & Hers Health (NYSE:HIMS) jumped 4.1% in the morning session after the company announced plans to expand into Canada with a weight-loss solution centered on generic semaglutide. The telehealth company intends to launch its weight loss program in Canada in 2026, a move timed to coincide with the expected global debut of a generic version of semaglutide. Semaglutide is the active ingredient in popular and effective, but costly, branded weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. Hims & Hers aims to capture a significant portion of the Canadian market, where the company notes that about two-thirds of adults are overweight or obese. 

Shares of diabetes technology company Tandem Diabetes Care (NASDAQ:TNDM) fell 3.5% in the morning session after a Citi analyst downgraded the stock. Citi analyst Joanna Wuensch downgraded Tandem Diabetes Care from a "Neutral" to a "Sell" rating and significantly cut the price target on the shares to $24 from $35. This move signals rising concerns about the company's future performance and competitive position in the diabetes technology market. 

Shares of diagnostic imaging company RadNet (NASDAQ:RDNT) jumped 4% in the morning session after the company announced a major partnership expansion for its AI-powered breast cancer detection program. The diagnostic imaging services leader revealed that three large Southern California physician groups—Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare, and ADOC Medical Group—will now include RadNet's Enhanced Breast Cancer Detection (EBCD) program as a covered benefit for their members. This collaboration significantly widens the availability of RadNet's advanced artificial intelligence tools for mammography, aiming to improve early detection and screening compliance for nearly 600,000 individuals. 

Shares of healthcare professional network Doximity (NYSE:DOCS) jumped 3% in the morning session after Evercore ISI analyst upgraded the stock, citing the company's growth potential. 

Shares of genomics company Illumina (NASDAQ:ILMN) fell 4.2% in the morning session after a Citi analyst downgraded the stock to 'Sell' from 'Neutral' and lowered the price target. 

Shares of fuel cell technology Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) jumped 20.8% in the morning session after it announced a new multi-year enhanced supply agreement with a major U.S.-based industrial gas partner. The agreement, which extends the partnership through 2030, is set to secure a reliable supply of liquid hydrogen for Plug Power's growing business. 

Shares of non-lethal weapons company Byrna (NASDAQ:BYRN) jumped 4.1% in the pre market session after an analyst at Roth Capital raised their price target on the shares. The firm boosted its target to $37.00 from $33.00 while maintaining a "buy" rating on the stock. This new price target suggests a potential upside of nearly 13% from the previous closing price. The move comes ahead of the non-lethal defense technology company's fiscal second-quarter 2025 earnings report, which is scheduled for release on Thursday, July 10. Investors are anticipating strong results, with analysts forecasting revenue to grow over 40% year-over-year to around $28.5 million. This optimism follows the company's preliminary announcement in early June of record second-quarter revenues, driven by high demand for its new Byrna Compact Launcher (CL).

Shares of telecommunications and cable services provider Altice USA (NYSE:ATUS) jumped 4.3% in the morning session after its Lightpath unit announced plans to sell as much as $2.8 billion of asset-backed securities. The securities would be backed by fiber networks, including infrastructure like conduit and fiber optic cables, as well as customer agreements, according to a filing with the New York Public Service Commission. This move is seen as a way for the parent company, Altice USA, to manage its significant debt load, which includes $7.2 billion due in 2027 and another $5.4 billion the following year. The company has been exploring ways to restructure its roughly $25.3 billion debt pile. This asset-backed sale could provide a much-needed infusion of capital to address these upcoming maturities and improve the company's financial flexibility.

Shares of electricity generation and hydrogen production company Bloom Energy (NYSE:BE) jumped 15.1% in the morning session after J.P. Morgan upgraded the stock. The bank raised its rating on the fuel-cell manufacturer to "overweight" from "neutral" and significantly increased its price target to $33 from $18. This new target suggests a potential upside of nearly 36% from the stock's previous closing price. J.P. Morgan's positive outlook is based on the idea that elevated pricing and long lead times for competing gas turbines could push more customers toward Bloom's fuel cell solutions, especially with the help of fuel cell tax credits. The investment bank believes this could lead to stronger product margins for Bloom Energy, driven by higher factory utilization and increased pricing power.

Check out the companies making headlines yesterday:

GXO’s first quarter results were supported by notable revenue growth and exceeded Wall Street expectations, prompting a positive market response. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to strong new business wins, especially in the healthcare sector, and a faster-than-expected ramp-up of new facilities. CEO Malcolm Wilson highlighted the landmark contract with the U.K. National Health Services supply chain as the company’s largest ever, crediting it to the successful integration of the Clipper Logistics acquisition. In addition to new contract momentum, operational productivity initiatives and continued investment in automation drove improved site-level efficiency across GXO’s regional footprint, while existing customer relationships deepened, notably with Boeing and Siemens Healthineers.

UniFirst’s second quarter results for 2025 were met with a negative market reaction, reflecting concerns about the company’s muted revenue growth and operational headwinds. Management attributed the modest top-line growth to softness in customer wearer levels and a challenging pricing environment, partially offset by improved customer retention and new business installations. CEO Steven Sintros noted, “We have seen examples of cutbacks on employment levels and some targeted manufacturing sector companies,” highlighting broader caution among customers.

Assurant’s first quarter performance tracked closely to Wall Street’s revenue expectations, while non-GAAP earnings per share significantly exceeded analyst forecasts. Management credited this outcome to robust growth in the Global Housing segment, particularly from an increase in lender placed homeowners policies and ongoing demand in the renters business. CEO Keith Demmings highlighted a 17% top-line gain in homeowners, driven by 70,000 additional lender placed policies, and noted strong execution in expanding strategic client partnerships. Meanwhile, the Global Lifestyle segment benefited from stable automotive earnings and new program launches, though softness in mobile device trade-in activity and higher investments in new client initiatives tempered overall margin performance.

AIG’s first-quarter results were met with a positive market reaction as the company delivered non-GAAP profit well above Wall Street’s expectations despite missing on revenue. Management attributed this outcome to disciplined underwriting, expense control, and growth in its commercial insurance segments. CEO Peter Zaffino pointed to robust premium growth in North America Commercial Insurance and operational improvements, especially in expense ratios. The company also highlighted the benefit from the divestiture of its travel business and ongoing execution of its digital and underwriting initiatives, which helped offset higher catastrophe losses.

Blue Bird’s first quarter results for 2025 reflected ongoing momentum as the company reported higher sales volumes and revenue growth, with results modestly ahead of Wall Street’s expectations. Management attributed the performance to continued robust demand for school buses, strong pricing discipline for combustion engine models, and increased adoption of alternative power vehicles such as electric and propane buses. CEO John Wyskiel emphasized that the company’s backlog, representing over six months of production, provides operational stability, while recent pricing actions and a higher mix of alternative fuel vehicles supported profitability. Wyskiel stated, “Bus prices were again higher in Q1 compared to a year ago on every combustion engine model and we are still priced competitively as we can see from our bid results and our overall win rate.” Margin pressures were noted, with operating margin declining year over year, partially due to increased investments in headcount and plant upgrades.

Fastly’s first quarter was marked by positive momentum, driven by gains with enterprise customers and notable progress in product diversification. Management credited strong new customer acquisition in strategic verticals such as travel, financial services, and retail, as well as cross-sell momentum in its security and compute portfolio. CEO Todd Nightingale highlighted the impact of Fastly’s revamped go-to-market strategy and increased packaging simplicity, with over half of customers now using more than one product line. Nightingale explained, “Our platform strategy continues to yield results as now almost half of our customers leverage two or more Fastly product lines, generating three quarters of our revenue.”

WD-40’s first quarter results drew a negative market reaction, driven by a miss on revenue expectations despite year-on-year sales growth. Management attributed the performance to strong demand for core maintenance products, with double-digit volume gains in EIMEA and notable growth in Latin America following the shift to a direct distribution model in Brazil. CEO Steven Brass acknowledged that lower sales in the United States were largely a result of the timing of customer orders, stating, “Many of those customer orders have already shifted into March contributing to a strong start we’re seeing in the U.S. for our third fiscal quarter.” The company faced foreign currency headwinds, particularly in Asia Pacific distributor markets, which impacted reported results.

Bio-Techne's first quarter results were met with a positive market reaction as the company delivered both organic revenue growth and adjusted profit above Wall Street expectations. Management attributed this momentum to robust demand from large pharmaceutical customers, particularly in its core reagents and protein analysis tools, as well as continued execution on cost control and operational efficiency. CEO Kim Kelderman highlighted the company's ability to manage profitability despite an uncertain macro environment, pointing to "strong execution across our product portfolio" and initiatives to drive operational efficiencies. The team noted that these gains were achieved even as the academic research market in the United States faced headwinds related to changes in federal funding policies.

TJX’s first quarter results prompted a negative response from investors, despite revenue and profit meeting or exceeding Wall Street’s expectations. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to steady growth in customer traffic across all divisions and categories, with particular strength in the HomeGoods and international segments. CEO Ernie Herrman emphasized, “Comp sales grew 3% at the high-end of our plan, with every division, both in the U.S. and internationally, driving increases.” However, management acknowledged margin pressures from unfavorable inventory hedges and rising payroll costs, factors that weighed on profitability.

American Eagle's first quarter results met Wall Street’s revenue expectations but fell short on profitability, leading to a negative market reaction. Management attributed underperformance to a combination of higher merchandise costs, unplanned markdowns, and a $75 million inventory write-down, particularly in Aerie’s soft apparel categories. CEO Jay Schottenstein acknowledged, “We did not execute to our potential,” and highlighted that cold spring weather and missed product trends contributed to the margin decline. The company also accelerated supply chain restructuring, including fulfillment center closures, in an effort to control costs.

Beyond Meat’s first quarter was marked by a sharper-than-expected sales decline and a wider loss than anticipated, with management citing several setbacks. CEO Ethan Brown called the quarter “disappointing,” attributing much of the underperformance to disruptions in retail distribution as major U.S. customers moved products from refrigerated to frozen aisles, causing temporary gaps on shelves. Brown also pointed to broader category weakness and macroeconomic headwinds, noting that these factors made it difficult to offset volume shortfalls. The company highlighted extraordinary, non-recurring expenses, including legal costs and the suspension of operations in China, as additional drags on profitability.

Petco’s first quarter results for 2025 prompted a significant negative market reaction, with investors responding to continued sales declines and lack of clear top-line progress. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to ongoing operational changes, including a renewed focus on retail fundamentals, product assortment resets in core categories, and cost efficiency efforts. CEO Joel Anderson emphasized the importance of “delivering profitable sales growth, while operating with discipline,” citing operational improvements in merchandising and services. CFO Sabrina Simmons highlighted early success in expanding gross margins and leveraging selling, general, and administrative expenses, while acknowledging that traffic softness continued to weigh on results.

Toll Brothers’ second quarter results exceeded Wall Street’s revenue and non-GAAP profit expectations, despite a year-on-year decline in sales. Management pointed to a softer demand environment, driven by economic uncertainty and lower consumer confidence, as the primary challenge. CEO Douglas Yearley highlighted that the company’s performance benefited from a diversified luxury product mix and disciplined cost control. He stated, “Our results highlight the strength of our broadly diversified luxury product offerings, our balanced portfolio of build-to-order and spec homes, and our strategy of prioritizing sales base and margin in the current environment.” Management also noted that increased incentives were necessary to move spec inventory, while margins for higher-end, build-to-order homes remained strong.

Remitly entered 2025 with notable momentum, as the company’s first quarter results were well received by the market. Management attributed the strong performance to a combination of expanding customer engagement, targeted product enhancements for high-value senders, and efficiency gains in marketing spend. CEO Matt Oppenheimer highlighted the company’s ability to deliver “frictionless experiences” and tailor send limits, which supported a significant increase in send volume per user. Additionally, improvements in direct partner integrations helped speed up transactions and lower costs, reinforcing Remitly’s position in the digital remittance market.

Williams-Sonoma’s first quarter results were met with a negative market reaction, as profit fell short of Wall Street’s expectations despite surpassing revenue forecasts. Management emphasized that growth was driven by improvements in furniture sales, successful brand collaborations, and ongoing strength across both retail and e-commerce channels. CEO Laura Alber noted, “We saw an acceleration of the positive comp trend coming out of Q4, despite consumer distraction with tariffs, continued geopolitical uncertainty, and no material improvement in housing market.” The company’s focus on newness, innovation, and customer experience enabled positive same-store sales growth, even as operating margin declined year over year due to higher input costs and tariff mitigation expenses.

America’s Car-Mart’s latest quarter reflected management’s focus on operational improvements and credit discipline. CEO Doug Campbell emphasized a return to profitability following a year marked by an operational turnaround, specifically highlighting the transition to a more advanced underwriting and risk-based pricing model. The company also benefited from enhanced collections infrastructure, with Campbell noting, “We believe these changes will strengthen payment performance, improve customer satisfaction, and ultimately deepen the relationship between our brand and the communities we serve.” Inventory management strategies and a proactive approach to procurement ahead of tax season contributed to steady sales volume and improved gross margins. Additionally, the company’s leadership transition—with Jonathan Collins joining as CFO and Vickie Judy moving to Chief Accounting Officer—was positioned as a move to further strengthen financial leadership for future growth.

B&G Foods' first quarter results disappointed the market, with sales and adjusted earnings falling short of Wall Street expectations. Management attributed the underperformance to a steep decline in January sales, driven by ongoing retailer inventory reductions and weaker consumer demand for center-store packaged foods. CEO Casey Keller noted, “Net sales in quarter one 2025 were down minus 10.5%, driven by a major decline in January of almost 20% versus last year.” Additionally, higher promotional spending in the Green Giant business and elevated seasonal pack costs pressured profits, despite some signs of improvement later in the quarter.

Curtiss-Wright’s first quarter saw broad-based strength across its core aerospace, defense, and commercial nuclear markets, which contributed to financial results that surpassed Wall Street’s expectations. Management credited the performance to strong demand for naval nuclear propulsion equipment, higher avionics sales within defense electronics, and continued benefits from restructuring actions taken last year. CEO Lynn Bamford highlighted the company’s ability to adapt to supply chain challenges and leverage operational improvements, stating, “Our execution during the first quarter is a perfect illustration of how we are focused on managing Curtiss-Wright’s consolidated portfolio.”

National Vision’s first quarter was marked by momentum in its core transformation strategy, with results surpassing Wall Street expectations and prompting a strong market response. Management highlighted successful execution on strategic initiatives targeting three core customer segments—managed care, progressive, and outside prescription buyers—which contributed to improved same-store sales and customer traffic. CEO Reade Fahs noted these efforts have helped offset softness among lower-income customers, stating, “Our value offering positions us well, particularly in this environment.” The company also pointed to effective pricing actions and an expanded product mix as key factors behind the quarter’s gains.

Arbor Realty Trust’s first quarter results were met with a significant negative market reaction as the company missed Wall Street’s revenue and non-GAAP profit expectations. Management attributed the underperformance largely to ongoing headwinds in its loan origination and agency businesses, driven by elevated interest rates and persistent volatility in the securitization market. CEO Ivan Kaufman described 2025 as a “transitional year,” citing continued challenges tied to resolving non-performing loans and repositioning real estate owned (REO) assets. He noted ongoing efforts to “create efficiencies in our financing facilities to continue to drive higher returns on our capital,” while recognizing that the current rate environment has curbed origination activity and delayed asset resolution.

Business services providers play a critical role for enterprises, assisting them with everything from new hardware integrations to consulting and marketing. Still, investors are uneasy as firms face challenges from AI-driven disruptors and tightening corporate budgets. These doubts have certainly contributed to services stocks’ recent underperformance - over the past six months, the industry’s 1.8% gain has fallen behind the S&P 500’s 6.9% rise.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. But this role also comes with a demand profile tethered to the ebbs and flows of the broader economy. Thankfully, industrial end markets were stable over the past six months as the industry’s 6.3% gain has nearly mirrored the S&P 500.

Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.

The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability. But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.

While the S&P 500 (^GSPC) includes industry leaders, not every stock in the index is a winner. Some companies are past their prime, weighed down by poor execution, weak financials, or structural headwinds.

Many small-cap stocks have limited Wall Street coverage, giving savvy investors the chance to act before everyone else catches on. But the flip side is that these businesses have increased downside risk because they lack the scale and staying power of their larger competitors.

Small-cap stocks can be incredibly lucrative investments because their lack of analyst coverage leads to frequent mispricings. However, these businesses (and their stock prices) often stay small because their subscale operations make it harder to expand their competitive moats.

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

When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention. These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.

Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street. Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.

A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.

The low valuation multiples for value stocks provide a margin of safety that growth stocks rarely offer. However, the challenge lies in determining whether these cheap assets are genuinely undervalued or simply on sale due to their potentially deteriorating business models.

A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.

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

While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".

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

The best-performing stocks typically have robust sales growth, increasing margins, and rising returns on capital, and those that can maintain this trifecta year in and year out often become the legends of the investing world.

Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article. While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.

Over the past six months, Novanta’s shares (currently trading at $131.52) have posted a disappointing 10.8% loss, well below the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Since July 2020, the S&P 500 has delivered a total return of 97.3%. But one standout stock has doubled the market - over the past five years, NMI Holdings has surged 198% to $40.97 per share. Its momentum hasn’t stopped as it’s also gained 17.5% in the last six months thanks to its solid quarterly results, beating the S&P by 10.7%.

Universal Health Services has been treading water for the past six months, holding steady at $182.25. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain during that period.

Since July 2020, the S&P 500 has delivered a total return of 97.3%. But one standout stock has doubled the market - over the past five years, Meta has surged 195% to $720.98 per share. Its momentum hasn’t stopped as it’s also gained 17.1% in the last six months, beating the S&P by 10.2%.

AAR trades at $71.65 per share and has stayed right on track with the overall market, gaining 5.8% over the last six months. At the same time, the S&P 500 has returned 6.9%.

Markel Group has had an impressive run over the past six months as its shares have beaten the S&P 500 by 13.5%. The stock now trades at $1,997, marking a 20.3% gain. This run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.

MGIC Investment currently trades at $27.25 and has been a dream stock for shareholders. It’s returned 277% since July 2020, nearly tripling the S&P 500’s 97.3% gain. The company has also beaten the index over the past six months as its stock price is up 19% thanks to its solid quarterly results.

The Hanover Insurance Group has followed the market’s trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 11% to $163.30 per share while the index has gained 6.9%.

Over the last six months, Impinj’s shares have sunk to $117.97, producing a disappointing 17.9% loss - a stark contrast to the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Unum Group currently trades at $80.94 and has been a dream stock for shareholders. It’s returned 423% since July 2020, blowing past the S&P 500’s 97.3% gain. The company has also beaten the index over the past six months as its stock price is up 12.7%.

Over the last six months, Strategic Education’s shares have sunk to $81.08, producing a disappointing 11.4% loss - a stark contrast to the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

Procore has been treading water for the past six months, recording a small loss of 3.6% while holding steady at $72.16. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain during that period.

Flex currently trades at $51.50 and has been a dream stock for shareholders. It’s returned 424% since July 2020, blowing past the S&P 500’s 97.3% gain. The company has also beaten the index over the past six months as its stock price is up 28.1%.

Since January 2025, Northwest Bancshares has been in a holding pattern, floating around $12.61. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain during that period.

Since July 2020, the S&P 500 has delivered a total return of 97.3%. But one standout stock has more than doubled the market - over the past five years, Johnson Controls has surged 218% to $106.12 per share. Its momentum hasn’t stopped as it’s also gained 34.9% in the last six months thanks to its solid quarterly results, beating the S&P by 28.1%.

Over the last six months, Graphic Packaging Holding’s shares have sunk to $22.07, producing a disappointing 15.7% loss - a stark contrast to the S&P 500’s 6.9% gain. This was partly due to its softer quarterly results and may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Sea’s 37.6% return over the past six months has outpaced the S&P 500 by 30.7%, and its stock price has climbed to $149 per share. This was partly due to its solid quarterly results, and the run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.

MasTec currently trades at $167.39 and has been a dream stock for shareholders. It’s returned 351% since July 2020, blowing past the S&P 500’s 97.3% gain. The company has also beaten the index over the past six months as its stock price is up 15.8% thanks to its solid quarterly results.