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Appian Corp is a low-code enterprise platform-as-a-service company focusing on business process management. The company's Appian platform is an integrated automation platform providing tools for organizations to design, automate, and optimize end-to-end processes and complex business operations. Capabilities include case management, robotic process automation, artificial intelligence, data fabric, and process mining. The company also provides maintenance and support as well as consulting services and training related to its platform. The majority of its revenue is subscription-based with the remainder from services, with much of its subscription revenue being derived from its cloud-based platform. Geographically, the company derives maximum revenue from its business in the United States.

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Corporacion America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAAP#NYSE">CAAP</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2025-05-22. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Corporacion America to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.51.
Anticipation surrounds Corporacion America's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $0.06 in the last quarter, leading to a 1.34% drop in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Corporacion America's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>0.18</td>
<td>0.32</td>
<td>0.41</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.09</td>
<td>0.31</td>
<td>0.95</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-7.000000000000001%</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839691_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of Corporacion America's Stock</h3>
Shares of Corporacion America were trading at $21.84 as of May 20. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 24.05%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Insights on Corporacion America</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Corporacion America.
The consensus rating for Corporacion America is Outperform, based on 1 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $22.5, there's a potential 3.02% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings Among Industry Peers</h3>
The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Central North Airport Gr and Sky Harbour Group, three prominent industry players, providing insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Central North Airport Gr, with an average 1-year price target of $106.0, suggesting a potential 385.35% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Sky Harbour Group, with an average 1-year price target of $14.5, suggesting a potential 33.61% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Snapshot: Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary provides a snapshot of key metrics for Central North Airport Gr and Sky Harbour Group, illuminating their respective standings within the industry. These metrics offer valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Corporacion America</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>274.93%</td>
<td>$146.60M</td>
<td>2.76%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Central North Airport Gr</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-4.96%</td>
<td>$2.64B</td>
<td>11.65%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sky Harbour Group</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>132.65%</td>
<td>$1.96M</td>
<td>-6.30%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Corporacion America ranks at the top for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is at the bottom for Gross Profit and Return on Equity.
<h3>Delving into Corporacion America's Background</h3>
Corporacion America Airports SA acquires, develops, and operates airport concessions. Its operating segments are geographically divided into Argentina, Italy, Brazil, Uruguay, Ecuador, and Armenia. The company generates a majority of its revenue from the Argentina segment. The firm's revenue is categorized into Aeronautical Revenue, Non-Aeronautical Revenue, Commercial Revenue, Construction Service Revenue, and Other Revenue.
<h3>Corporacion America's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Corporacion America displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 274.93%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Corporacion America's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 7.98%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Corporacion America's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.76%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Corporacion America's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.9%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Corporacion America's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.85, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAAP/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Corporacion America visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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A Preview Of Corporacion America's Earnings

Cavco Indus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVCO#NASDAQ">CVCO</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-05-22. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Cavco Indus will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $5.15.
The market awaits Cavco Indus's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $2.01, leading to a 6.67% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Cavco Indus's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2025</th>
<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>4.89</td>
<td>4.76</td>
<td>4.70</td>
<td>4.51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>6.90</td>
<td>5.28</td>
<td>4.11</td>
<td>4.03</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>7.000000000000001%</td>
<td>9.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839684_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of Cavco Indus Shares</h3>
Shares of Cavco Indus were trading at $519.77 as of May 20. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 45.64%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CVCO/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Cavco Indus visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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A Peek at Cavco Indus's Future Earnings

CSW Industrials (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSWI#NASDAQ">CSWI</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2025-05-22. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that CSW Industrials will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.24. 
The announcement from CSW Industrials is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
The company's EPS beat by $0.05 in the last quarter, leading to a 0.52% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at CSW Industrials's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2025</th>
<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.43</td>
<td>2.16</td>
<td>2.18</td>
<td>1.84</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.48</td>
<td>2.26</td>
<td>2.47</td>
<td>2.04</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

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<h3>Market Performance of CSW Industrials's Stock</h3>
Shares of CSW Industrials were trading at $324.68 as of May 20. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 25.13%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CSWI/earnings">To track all earnings releases for CSW Industrials visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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CSW Industrials's Earnings Outlook

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) against its key competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 75% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services' cloud computing, storage, database, and other offerings (15%), advertising services (5% to 10%), and other the remainder. International segments constitute 25% to 30% of Amazon's non-AWS sales, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
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<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>33.24</td>
<td>7.08</td>
<td>3.37</td>
<td>5.79%</td>
<td>$36.48</td>
<td>$78.69</td>
<td>8.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>16.84</td>
<td>2.13</td>
<td>2.19</td>
<td>1.23%</td>
<td>$59.0</td>
<td>$117.63</td>
<td>-15.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>11.14</td>
<td>3.83</td>
<td>3.18</td>
<td>9.28%</td>
<td>$32.41</td>
<td>$62.81</td>
<td>24.45%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>63.45</td>
<td>26.13</td>
<td>5.84</td>
<td>10.56%</td>
<td>$0.92</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>36.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>193.71</td>
<td>11.26</td>
<td>1.60</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>$2.32</td>
<td>11.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>8.30</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>0.31</td>
<td>4.6%</td>
<td>$14.27</td>
<td>$47.85</td>
<td>15.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>17.45</td>
<td>6.76</td>
<td>3.45</td>
<td>9.95%</td>
<td>$0.77</td>
<td>$1.86</td>
<td>1.13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>7.45</td>
<td>1.33</td>
<td>0.51</td>
<td>6.31%</td>
<td>$3.29</td>
<td>$7.63</td>
<td>-4.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>36.19</td>
<td>4.23</td>
<td>3.18</td>
<td>4.14%</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>2.79%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>11.61</td>
<td>3.52</td>
<td>1.02</td>
<td>8.97%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>-24.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>17.93</td>
<td>4.48</td>
<td>2.76</td>
<td>8.12%</td>
<td>$0.99</td>
<td>$2.22</td>
<td>22.68%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nordstrom Inc</td>
<td>14.17</td>
<td>3.62</td>
<td>0.28</td>
<td>15.61%</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$1.69</td>
<td>-2.17%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>5.84</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>0.15</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$3.02</td>
<td>-4.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savers Value Village Inc</td>
<td>70.57</td>
<td>3.71</td>
<td>1.06</td>
<td>-1.13%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>8.47</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>1.26%</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>-9.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>127.50</td>
<td>7.71</td>
<td>0.32</td>
<td>11.93%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>4.68%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>40.71</td>
<td>5.41</td>
<td>1.73</td>
<td>6.75%</td>
<td>$7.59</td>
<td>$16.86</td>
<td>4.25%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>Upon closer analysis of Amazon.com, the following trends become apparent: 
<ul>
<li>
A Price to Earnings ratio of 33.24 significantly below the industry average by 0.82x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 7.08 relative to the industry average by 1.31x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 3.37, which is 1.95x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.79% is 0.96% below the industry average, suggesting potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $36.48 Billion, which is 4.81x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The gross profit of $78.69 Billion is 4.67x above that of its industry, highlighting stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 8.62% exceeds the industry average of 4.25%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839675_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio assesses the extent to which a company relies on borrowed funds compared to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When comparing Amazon.com with its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be observed:
<ul>
<li>
In terms of the debt-to-equity ratio, Amazon.com has a lower level of debt compared to its top 4 peers, indicating a stronger financial position.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Amazon.com, the PE ratio is low compared to its peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The high PB and PS ratios suggest the market values the company's assets and sales highly. In terms of ROE, Amazon.com's performance is lower than its peers, while its high EBITDA and gross profit margins indicate strong operational efficiency. Additionally, the company's high revenue growth rate outpaces its industry competitors, reflecting a positive outlook for future earnings potential.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Cava Group. Our analysis of options history for Cava Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 50% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $310,200, and 5 were calls, valued at $230,037.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $50.0 to $140.0 for Cava Group over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Cava Group's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Cava Group's whale activity within a strike price range from $50.0 to $140.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Cava Group Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839667_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>CAVA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$0.57</td>
<td>$0.58</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$171.0K</td>
<td align="right">385</td>
<td align="right">17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$56.0</td>
<td>$54.6</td>
<td>$54.6</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$103.7K</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
<td align="right">19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$80.1K</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">363</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$45.6</td>
<td>$44.05</td>
<td>$45.23</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$45.2K</td>
<td align="right">93</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$8.4</td>
<td>$7.85</td>
<td>$8.28</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$41.3K</td>
<td align="right">297</td>
<td align="right">51</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h3>About Cava Group</h3>
Cava Group Inc owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It is the category-defining Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant brand, bringing together healthful food and bold, satisfying flavors at scale. The company's dips, spreads, and dressings are centrally produced and sold in grocery stores. The company's operations are conducted as two reportable segments: CAVA and Zoes Kitchen. The company generates all of its revenue from the CAVA segment.
In light of the recent options history for Cava Group, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Current Position of Cava Group</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,294,860, with CAVA's price down by -4.42%, positioned at $85.43.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 92 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Cava Group</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $111.6.
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CAVA

A Closer Look at Cava Group's Options Market Dynamics

StepStone Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STEP#NASDAQ">STEP</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-05-22. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect StepStone Group to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.48.
Investors in StepStone Group are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.01, leading to a 0.81% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at StepStone Group's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>0.46</td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>0.28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>0.48</td>
<td>0.33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
<td>10.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839665_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of StepStone Group's Stock</h3>
Shares of StepStone Group were trading at $58.43 as of May 20. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 50.82%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STEP/earnings">To track all earnings releases for StepStone Group visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

STEP

Examining the Future: StepStone Group's Earnings Outlook

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) against its key competitors in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Apple Background</h3>
Apple is among the largest companies in the world, with a broad portfolio of hardware and software products targeted at consumers and businesses. Apple's iPhone makes up a majority of the firm sales, and Apple's other products like Mac, iPad, and Watch are designed around the iPhone as the focal point of an expansive software ecosystem. Apple has progressively worked to add new applications, like streaming video, subscription bundles, and augmented reality. The firm designs its own software and semiconductors while working with subcontractors like Foxconn and TSMC to build its products and chips. Slightly less than half of Apple's sales come directly through its flagship stores, with a majority of sales coming indirectly through partnerships and distribution.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Apple Inc</td>
<td>32.22</td>
<td>46.25</td>
<td>7.85</td>
<td>37.11%</td>
<td>$32.25</td>
<td>$44.87</td>
<td>5.08%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Super Micro Computer Inc</td>
<td>23.24</td>
<td>4</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>1.72%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>19.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co</td>
<td>8.52</td>
<td>0.92</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$1.11</td>
<td>$2.29</td>
<td>16.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NetApp Inc</td>
<td>18.71</td>
<td>20.96</td>
<td>3.27</td>
<td>31.69%</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>2.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pure Storage Inc</td>
<td>182.39</td>
<td>14.16</td>
<td>6.12</td>
<td>3.12%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.59</td>
<td>11.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Western Digital Corp</td>
<td>17.34</td>
<td>3.41</td>
<td>1.14</td>
<td>5.86%</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>$0.91</td>
<td>30.94%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eastman Kodak Co</td>
<td>13.44</td>
<td>0.93</td>
<td>0.56</td>
<td>-1.66%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Turtle Beach Corp</td>
<td>15.88</td>
<td>1.96</td>
<td>0.65</td>
<td>-0.55%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>14.42%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>39.93</td>
<td>6.62</td>
<td>1.97</td>
<td>6.08%</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$0.78</td>
<td>13.41%</td>
</tr>
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 </style>Through a meticulous analysis of Apple, we can observe the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 32.22 is 0.81x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 46.25 which exceeds the industry average by 6.99x.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 7.85, surpassing the industry average by 3.98x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 37.11% is 31.03% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $32.25 Billion, which is 107.5x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
With higher gross profit of $44.87 Billion, which indicates 57.53x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 5.08% is significantly below the industry average of 13.41%. This suggests a potential struggle in generating increased sales volume.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839666_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio provides insights into the proportion of debt a company has in relation to its equity and asset value.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When comparing Apple with its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be observed:
<ul>
<li>
As Apple is in the middle of the list in terms of the debt-to-equity ratio, it suggests that the company has a moderate debt-to-equity ratio of 1.47 compared to the other companies.
</li>
<li>
This position indicates a relatively balanced financial structure, where the company maintains a reasonable level of debt while also leveraging equity for financing its operations.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Apple in the Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals industry, the PE, PB, and PS ratios indicate that the stock is relatively undervalued compared to its peers. However, the high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and low revenue growth suggest that Apple is efficiently utilizing its resources and generating strong profits, despite slower revenue growth. Overall, Apple's financial performance is solid, with room for potential growth in the future.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

AAPL

Competitor Analysis: Evaluating Apple And Competitors In Technology Hardware, Storage &amp; Peripherals Industry

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Arista Networks (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ANET, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Arista Networks.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 50% bullish and 25%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $36,830, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $267,552.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $70.0 to $107.5 for Arista Networks during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Arista Networks's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Arista Networks's whale trades within a strike price range from $70.0 to $107.5 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Arista Networks Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839662_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.5</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.34</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$73.4K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
<td align="right">110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$12.3</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$45.1K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.6</td>
<td>$2.5</td>
<td>$2.54</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$36.8K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">157</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.41</td>
<td>$107.50</td>
<td>$36.7K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td align="right">68</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ANET</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$10.4</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$31.2K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Arista Networks</h3>
Arista Networks is a networking equipment provider that primarily sells Ethernet switches and software to data centers. Its marquee product is its extensible operating system, or EOS, that runs a single image across every single one of its devices. The firm operates as one reportable segment. It has steadily gained market share since its founding in 2004, with a focus on high-speed applications. Arista counts Microsoft and Meta Platforms as its largest customers and derives roughly three quarters of its sales from North America.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Arista Networks, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Arista Networks</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 2,231,916, the ANET's price is down by -1.34%, now at $94.39. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 69 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Arista Networks</h3>
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&#x2A; In a positive move, an analyst from Rosenblatt has upgraded their rating to Neutral and adjusted the price target to $85. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Rosenblatt keeps a Sell rating on Arista Networks with a target price of $55. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Overweight rating on Arista Networks, maintaining a target price of $119. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Needham has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $130. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Overweight rating for Arista Networks, targeting a price of $100. 
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ANET

Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on ANET Options

Vail Resorts's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTN#NYSE">MTN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.99% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.83 million shares sold short, which is 6.5% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.95 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Vail Resorts Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839659_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Vail Resorts has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Vail Resorts's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Vail Resorts's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 14.80%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Vail Resorts?

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) against its key competitors in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Meta Platforms Background</h3>
Meta is the largest social media company in the world, boasting close to 4 billion monthly active users worldwide. The firm's "Family of Apps," its core business, consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp. End users can leverage these applications for a variety of different purposes, from keeping in touch with friends to following celebrities and running digital businesses for free. Meta packages customer data, gleaned from its application ecosystem and sells ads to digital advertisers. While the firm has been investing heavily in its Reality Labs business, it remains a very small part of Meta's overall sales.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Meta Platforms Inc</td>
<td>24.91</td>
<td>8.66</td>
<td>9.74</td>
<td>9.05%</td>
<td>$22.52</td>
<td>$34.74</td>
<td>16.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alphabet Inc</td>
<td>18.30</td>
<td>5.76</td>
<td>5.59</td>
<td>10.3%</td>
<td>$46.31</td>
<td>$53.87</td>
<td>12.04%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Baidu Inc</td>
<td>9.77</td>
<td>0.84</td>
<td>1.69</td>
<td>1.76%</td>
<td>$7.22</td>
<td>$16.11</td>
<td>-2.37%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pinterest Inc</td>
<td>11.86</td>
<td>4.66</td>
<td>6.01</td>
<td>0.19%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>15.54%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reddit Inc</td>
<td>21.17</td>
<td>8.79</td>
<td>12.99</td>
<td>1.2%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>61.49%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kanzhun Ltd</td>
<td>37.52</td>
<td>3.87</td>
<td>8.07</td>
<td>3.05%</td>
<td>$0.38</td>
<td>$1.51</td>
<td>15.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp</td>
<td>22.42</td>
<td>6.16</td>
<td>1370.75</td>
<td>-3.51%</td>
<td>$-0.03</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>6.58%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CarGurus Inc</td>
<td>87.76</td>
<td>7.98</td>
<td>3.79</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.2</td>
<td>4.34%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZoomInfo Technologies Inc</td>
<td>80.83</td>
<td>1.94</td>
<td>2.83</td>
<td>1.6%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.26</td>
<td>-1.42%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yelp Inc</td>
<td>18.92</td>
<td>3.38</td>
<td>1.86</td>
<td>3.31%</td>
<td>$0.05</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>7.75%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weibo Corp</td>
<td>7.26</td>
<td>0.59</td>
<td>1.27</td>
<td>0.25%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.36</td>
<td>-1.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tripadvisor Inc</td>
<td>37.46</td>
<td>2.68</td>
<td>1.16</td>
<td>-1.39%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>0.76%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ziff Davis Inc</td>
<td>18.70</td>
<td>0.76</td>
<td>1.02</td>
<td>1.37%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.28</td>
<td>4.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taboola.com Ltd</td>
<td>87.25</td>
<td>1.11</td>
<td>0.67</td>
<td>-0.85%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.12</td>
<td>3.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yalla Group Ltd</td>
<td>10.05</td>
<td>1.66</td>
<td>4.01</td>
<td>4.72%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>12.24%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Vtex</td>
<td>88.47</td>
<td>4.72</td>
<td>5.19</td>
<td>0.34%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.04</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>37.18</td>
<td>3.66</td>
<td>95.13</td>
<td>2.04%</td>
<td>$3.62</td>
<td>$4.97</td>
<td>9.44%</td>
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 </style>By conducting a comprehensive analysis of Meta Platforms, the following trends become evident: 
<ul>
<li>
At 24.91, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio is 0.67x less than the industry average, suggesting favorable growth potential.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 8.66 which exceeds the industry average by 2.37x.
</li>
<li>
Based on its sales performance, the stock could be deemed undervalued with a Price to Sales ratio of 9.74, which is 0.1x the industry average.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 9.05% is 7.01% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $22.52 Billion, which is 6.22x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
The company has higher gross profit of $34.74 Billion, which indicates 6.99x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 16.07% is notably higher compared to the industry average of 9.44%, showcasing exceptional sales performance and strong demand for its products or services.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839657_0_1.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a key indicator of a company's financial health and its reliance on debt financing.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When evaluating Meta Platforms alongside its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights arise:
<ul>
<li>
Meta Platforms is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Meta Platforms, the low PE ratio suggests potential undervaluation compared to peers in the Interactive Media &amp; Services industry. The high PB ratio indicates a premium placed on the company's assets. A low PS ratio implies a favorable valuation based on revenue. The high ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth signify strong financial performance relative to industry competitors.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Exploring The Competitive Space: Meta Platforms Versus Industry Peers In Interactive Media &amp; Services

Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2025-05-22. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Ross Stores will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.42. 
The market awaits Ross Stores's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.13, which was followed by a 1.96% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Ross Stores's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.66</td>
<td>1.40</td>
<td>1.50</td>
<td>1.34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.79</td>
<td>1.48</td>
<td>1.59</td>
<td>1.46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>8.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839657_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Ross Stores's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Ross Stores were trading at $154.24 as of May 20. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 16.44%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about Ross Stores</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Ross Stores.
The consensus rating for Ross Stores is Neutral, based on 16 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $154.12, there's a potential 0.08% downside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Overview</h3>
In this comparison, we explore the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Burlington Stores, Gap and Urban Outfitters, three prominent industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Burlington Stores, with an average 1-year price target of $320.23, suggesting a potential 107.62% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Gap, with an average 1-year price target of $26.86, suggesting a potential 82.59% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Urban Outfitters, with an average 1-year price target of $60.23, suggesting a potential 60.95% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Findings: Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for Burlington Stores, Gap and Urban Outfitters are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ross Stores</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-1.83%</td>
<td>$1.57B</td>
<td>10.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Burlington Stores</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>4.82%</td>
<td>$1.41B</td>
<td>20.72%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gap</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-3.47%</td>
<td>$1.61B</td>
<td>6.44%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Urban Outfitters</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>10.09%</td>
<td>$527.68M</td>
<td>4.99%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Ross Stores is positioned at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It ranks in the middle for Gross Profit. The company is at the bottom for Return on Equity.
<h3>Delving into Ross Stores's Background</h3>
Ross Stores operates as an off-price apparel and accessories retailer with the majority of its sales derived from its Ross Dress for Less banner. The company opportunistically procures excess brand-name merchandise made available via manufacturing overruns and retail liquidation sales at a 20%-60% discount to full prices. As such, its stores are often filled with a vast array of stock-keeping units, each with minimal product depth that creates a treasure hunt shopping experience. The firm's more than 1,800 Ross Dress for Less stores are primarily located in densely populated suburban communities and typically serve middle-income consumers. Ross also operates about 350 DD's Discounts chains targeting lower-income shoppers.
<h3>Ross Stores: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Challenges: Ross Stores's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 January, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -1.83%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Ross Stores's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 9.92% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ross Stores's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 10.89%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ross Stores's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.94%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Ross Stores's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.03, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROST/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Ross Stores visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

ROST

A Look Ahead: Ross Stores's Earnings Forecast

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on Sarepta Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRPT#NASDAQ">SRPT</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in SRPT often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 9 options trades for Sarepta Therapeutics. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 44% bullish and 44% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $26,890, and 8 calls, totaling $413,005.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $25.0 to $60.0 for Sarepta Therapeutics during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Sarepta Therapeutics's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Sarepta Therapeutics's whale trades within a strike price range from $25.0 to $60.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Sarepta Therapeutics Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839657_0_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>SRPT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.6</td>
<td>$8.3</td>
<td>$9.6</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$96.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SRPT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/06/25</td>
<td>$9.3</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$76.0K</td>
<td>118</td>
<td align="right">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SRPT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.35</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$63.2K</td>
<td>21</td>
<td align="right">305</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SRPT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.99</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$53.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">564</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SRPT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$38.0K</td>
<td>483</td>
<td align="right">265</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Sarepta Therapeutics</h3>
Sarepta Therapeutics Inc is a biotechnology company focused on treating rare, infectious, and other diseases. It targets a broad range of diseases while focusing on the rapid development of its drug candidates. Sarepta's involves proprietary RNA-targeted technology platforms to be used for developing novel pharmaceutical products to treat a broad range of diseases and address key unmet medical needs. The company uses third-party contractors to manufacture its product candidates. Majority of company's product candidates are at an early stage of development.
In light of the recent options history for Sarepta Therapeutics, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Sarepta Therapeutics Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,260,400, the SRPT's price is up by 2.8%, now at $41.11. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 77 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Sarepta Therapeutics</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $109.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Goldman Sachs continues to hold a Buy rating for Sarepta Therapeutics, targeting a price of $100. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Overweight rating for Sarepta Therapeutics, targeting a price of $113. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Overweight rating for Sarepta Therapeutics, targeting a price of $84. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Needham continues to hold a Buy rating for Sarepta Therapeutics, targeting a price of $125. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Oppenheimer keeps a Outperform rating on Sarepta Therapeutics with a target price of $123. 
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SRPT

This Is What Whales Are Betting On Sarepta Therapeutics

Packaging Corp of America's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKG#NYSE">PKG</a>) short percent of float has risen 6.25% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.62 million shares sold short, which is 2.38% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.73 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Packaging Corp of America Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839653_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Packaging Corp of America has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Packaging Corp of America's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Packaging Corp of America's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.94%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

How Is The Market Feeling About Packaging Corp of America?

PENN Entertainment's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NYSE">PENN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 10.86% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 18.81 million shares sold short, which is 12.64% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.56 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>PENN Entertainment Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839647_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for PENN Entertainment has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing PENN Entertainment's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, PENN Entertainment's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.99%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

PENN

How Is The Market Feeling About PENN Entertainment?

In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully evaluate companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) against its key competitors in the Software industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Microsoft Background</h3>
Microsoft develops and licenses consumer and enterprise software. It is known for its Windows operating systems and Office productivity suite. The company is organized into three equally sized broad segments: productivity and business processes (legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, Dynamics), intelligence cloud (infrastructure- and platform-as-a-service offerings Azure, Windows Server OS, SQL Server), and more personal computing (Windows Client, Xbox, Bing search, display advertising, and Surface laptops, tablets, and desktops).
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Microsoft Corp</td>
<td>35.41</td>
<td>10.58</td>
<td>12.67</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
<td>$40.71</td>
<td>$48.15</td>
<td>13.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oracle Corp</td>
<td>37.63</td>
<td>26.87</td>
<td>8.21</td>
<td>19.27%</td>
<td>$5.89</td>
<td>$9.94</td>
<td>6.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ServiceNow Inc</td>
<td>138.65</td>
<td>20.86</td>
<td>18.61</td>
<td>4.66%</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$2.44</td>
<td>18.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Palo Alto Networks Inc</td>
<td>109.88</td>
<td>20.20</td>
<td>16.09</td>
<td>4.35%</td>
<td>$0.41</td>
<td>$1.66</td>
<td>14.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fortinet Inc</td>
<td>43.12</td>
<td>40.86</td>
<td>13.20</td>
<td>25.08%</td>
<td>$0.56</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>13.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gen Digital Inc</td>
<td>27.58</td>
<td>7.77</td>
<td>4.51</td>
<td>6.43%</td>
<td>$0.53</td>
<td>$0.81</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.Com Ltd</td>
<td>302.07</td>
<td>13.93</td>
<td>15.34</td>
<td>2.57%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>30.12%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CommVault Systems Inc</td>
<td>106.85</td>
<td>24.36</td>
<td>8.15</td>
<td>10.11%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.23</td>
<td>23.17%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dolby Laboratories Inc</td>
<td>29.10</td>
<td>2.87</td>
<td>5.67</td>
<td>3.61%</td>
<td>$0.14</td>
<td>$0.33</td>
<td>1.38%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualys Inc</td>
<td>28.24</td>
<td>10.07</td>
<td>8.24</td>
<td>9.75%</td>
<td>$0.06</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>9.67%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Progress Software Corp</td>
<td>49.72</td>
<td>6.29</td>
<td>3.48</td>
<td>2.51%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.19</td>
<td>28.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradata Corp</td>
<td>15.95</td>
<td>13.61</td>
<td>1.29</td>
<td>30.24%</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>-10.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>N-able Inc</td>
<td>100.50</td>
<td>1.96</td>
<td>3.22</td>
<td>-0.93%</td>
<td>$0.01</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>3.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rapid7 Inc</td>
<td>56.98</td>
<td>28.46</td>
<td>1.74</td>
<td>5.98%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.15</td>
<td>2.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>80.48</td>
<td>16.78</td>
<td>8.29</td>
<td>9.51%</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>$1.36</td>
<td>11.34%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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 </style>After a detailed analysis of Microsoft, the following trends become apparent: 
<ul>
<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 35.41 is 0.44x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
</li>
<li>
The current Price to Book ratio of 10.58, which is 0.63x the industry average, is substantially lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 12.67, which is 1.53x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 8.27% is 1.24% below the industry average, suggesting potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With higher Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $40.71 Billion, which is 61.68x above the industry average, the company demonstrates stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $48.15 Billion, which indicates 35.4x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 13.27% exceeds the industry average of 11.34%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839648_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio indicates the proportion of debt and equity used by a company to finance its assets and operations.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When examining Microsoft in comparison to its top 4 peers with respect to the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following information becomes apparent:
<ul>
<li>
Microsoft is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.19.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Microsoft in the Software industry, the PE and PB ratios suggest that the stock is undervalued compared to its peers. However, the high PS ratio indicates that the stock may be overvalued based on revenue. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit, Microsoft shows strong performance with high profitability and revenue growth compared to industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Analyzing Microsoft In Comparison To Competitors In Software Industry

In the current market session, Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXP#NYSE">EXP</a>) share price is at $216.88, after a 1.73% drop. Over the past month, the stock spiked by 0.29%, but over the past year, it actually fell by 7.94%. With good short-term performance like this, and questionable long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839646_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Evaluating Eagle Materials P/E in Comparison to Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Eagle Materials has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 23.1 of the Construction Materials industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839646_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

Intraday Update

P/E Ratio Insights for Eagle Materials

Nutanix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTNX#NASDAQ">NTNX</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 12.6% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 27.13%. Currently, Nutanix has a market capitalization of $21.61 billion. 
Buying $1000 In NTNX: If an investor had bought $1000 of NTNX stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,320.16 today based on a price of $81.05 for NTNX at the time of writing.
<h3>Nutanix's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839643_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

NTNX

$1000 Invested In Nutanix 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

In the dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, conducting a thorough analysis of companies is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will perform an extensive industry comparison, evaluating NVIDIA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. By closely examining crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>NVIDIA Background</h3>
Nvidia is a leading developer of graphics processing units. Traditionally, GPUs were used to enhance the experience on computing platforms, most notably in gaming applications on PCs. GPU use cases have since emerged as important semiconductors used in artificial intelligence. Nvidia not only offers AI GPUs, but also a software platform, Cuda, used for AI model development and training. Nvidia is also expanding its data center networking solutions, helping to tie GPUs together to handle complex workloads.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVIDIA Corp</td>
<td>45.71</td>
<td>41.31</td>
<td>25.54</td>
<td>30.42%</td>
<td>$25.82</td>
<td>$28.72</td>
<td>77.94%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc</td>
<td>107.26</td>
<td>15.61</td>
<td>20.48</td>
<td>8.01%</td>
<td>$8.54</td>
<td>$10.14</td>
<td>24.71%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd</td>
<td>23.44</td>
<td>6.65</td>
<td>9.66</td>
<td>8.19%</td>
<td>$608.71</td>
<td>$493.4</td>
<td>41.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Advanced Micro Devices Inc</td>
<td>82.85</td>
<td>3.18</td>
<td>6.68</td>
<td>1.23%</td>
<td>$1.59</td>
<td>$3.74</td>
<td>35.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Texas Instruments Inc</td>
<td>35.74</td>
<td>10.45</td>
<td>10.80</td>
<td>7.08%</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$2.31</td>
<td>11.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qualcomm Inc</td>
<td>15.70</td>
<td>6.09</td>
<td>4.09</td>
<td>10.3%</td>
<td>$3.67</td>
<td>$6.04</td>
<td>16.93%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARM Holdings PLC</td>
<td>174.72</td>
<td>20.25</td>
<td>34.76</td>
<td>3.17%</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>26.25%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Analog Devices Inc</td>
<td>71.72</td>
<td>3.17</td>
<td>11.99</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>$1.03</td>
<td>$1.43</td>
<td>-3.56%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Micron Technology Inc</td>
<td>23.47</td>
<td>2.25</td>
<td>3.53</td>
<td>3.32%</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$2.96</td>
<td>38.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monolithic Power Systems Inc</td>
<td>18.68</td>
<td>10.26</td>
<td>14.26</td>
<td>4.17%</td>
<td>$0.18</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>39.24%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STMicroelectronics NV</td>
<td>21.92</td>
<td>1.30</td>
<td>1.97</td>
<td>0.32%</td>
<td>$0.51</td>
<td>$0.84</td>
<td>-27.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd</td>
<td>19.79</td>
<td>2.09</td>
<td>1.08</td>
<td>2.39%</td>
<td>$27.16</td>
<td>$24.89</td>
<td>11.56%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>United Microelectronics Corp</td>
<td>12.73</td>
<td>1.53</td>
<td>2.49</td>
<td>2.06%</td>
<td>$23.86</td>
<td>$15.45</td>
<td>5.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>30.74</td>
<td>2.30</td>
<td>2.85</td>
<td>-5.78%</td>
<td>$-0.37</td>
<td>$0.29</td>
<td>-22.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Solar Inc</td>
<td>14.21</td>
<td>2.19</td>
<td>4.22</td>
<td>2.59%</td>
<td>$0.35</td>
<td>$0.34</td>
<td>6.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Skyworks Solutions Inc</td>
<td>28.62</td>
<td>1.85</td>
<td>2.98</td>
<td>1.11%</td>
<td>$0.22</td>
<td>$0.39</td>
<td>-8.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>2070.33</td>
<td>17.06</td>
<td>33.45</td>
<td>4.95%</td>
<td>$0.03</td>
<td>$0.09</td>
<td>154.44%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qorvo Inc</td>
<td>136.07</td>
<td>2.16</td>
<td>2.03</td>
<td>0.93%</td>
<td>$0.11</td>
<td>$0.37</td>
<td>-7.6%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Universal Display Corp</td>
<td>31.42</td>
<td>4.33</td>
<td>11.10</td>
<td>3.93%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.13</td>
<td>0.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lattice Semiconductor Corp</td>
<td>136.11</td>
<td>9.78</td>
<td>14.24</td>
<td>0.71%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>-14.68%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>160.82</td>
<td>6.45</td>
<td>10.14</td>
<td>3.15%</td>
<td>$35.88</td>
<td>$29.69</td>
<td>17.29%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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 </style>Through an analysis of NVIDIA, we can infer the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
A Price to Earnings ratio of 45.71 significantly below the industry average by 0.28x suggests undervaluation. This can make the stock appealing for those seeking growth.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 41.31 which exceeds the industry average by 6.4x.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 25.54, surpassing the industry average by 2.52x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 30.42% that is 27.27% above the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $25.82 Billion is 0.72x below the industry average, suggesting potential lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has lower gross profit of $28.72 Billion, which indicates 0.97x below the industry average, potentially indicating lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company is experiencing remarkable revenue growth, with a rate of 77.94%, outperforming the industry average of 17.29%.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747839639_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio assesses the extent to which a company relies on borrowed funds compared to its equity.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When assessing NVIDIA against its top 4 peers using the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following comparisons can be made:
<ul>
<li>
NVIDIA has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The low P/E ratio suggests that NVIDIA may be undervalued compared to its peers in the Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment industry. However, the high P/B and P/S ratios indicate that the stock may be overvalued based on its book value and sales. On the other hand, the high ROE, low EBITDA, low gross profit, and high revenue growth suggest that NVIDIA is performing well in terms of profitability and growth compared to its industry peers.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

NVDA

Understanding NVIDIA's Position In Semiconductors &amp; Semiconductor Equipment Industry Compared To Competitors

MNTN, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNTN#NYSE">MNTN</a>) IPO will take place May, 22 on the NYSE exchange under the ticker MNTN.
The company is offering shares at an expected price between $14.00 and $16.00 per share with an insider lock-up period of 180 days ending on November 18, 2025.
See also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/ipos">Benzinga IPO Calendar</a>
<h3>About MNTN, Inc</h3>
MNTN is on a mission to transform CTV into a next-generation performance marketing channel and revolutionary PTV software platform allows marketers, for the first time, to combine the powerful storytelling format of TV advertising with the targeting and measurement capabilities of paid search and social advertising.
See also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">Benzinga's Most Shorted Stocks</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

IPOs

MNTN

Mntn, Inc IPOs Tomorrow, Here's What You Need To Know

Hinge Health, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HNGE#NYSE">HNGE</a>) IPO will take place May, 22 on the NYSE exchange under the ticker HNGE.
The company is offering shares at an expected price between $28.00 and $32.00 per share with an insider lock-up period of 180 days ending on November 18, 2025.
See also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/ipos">Benzinga IPO Calendar</a>
<h3>About Hinge Health, Inc</h3>
Hinge Health, Inc is to build a new health system that transforms outcomes, experience and costs by using technology to scale and automate the delivery of care.
See also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">Benzinga's Most Shorted Stocks</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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