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Advanced Micro Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures computing and graphics solutions for a wide range of applications. The company is known for its innovative microprocessors, graphics cards, and system-on-chip products, which are used in personal computers, servers, and embedded systems. AMD focuses on high-performance computing, gaming, and data center markets, offering advanced technologies that compete with those of other major players in the industry. By delivering cutting-edge products that push the boundaries of processing power and efficiency, AMD plays a critical role in driving technological advancements and enhancing user experiences across various platforms. Read More
Shares of life sciences company Avantor (NYSE:AVTR)
fell 21.2% in the afternoon session after the company reported a weak first-quarter 2025 performance, as its organic revenue and total sales both missed Wall Street's expectations. Sales dropped 6% from a year ago, reflecting softness across both major business segments. Lab Solutions declined 8% while Bioscience Production slipped slightly.
Encouragingly, management raised its cost savings target to $400 million by 2027 and signaled urgency to fix performance issues in the Lab Solutions segment.
Overall, this was a softer quarter.
Shares of electric vehicle pioneer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) jumped 10.4% in the afternoon session after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rolled out new rules to speed up the launch of home-built self-driving cars. As part of this push, the group planned to cut red tape in crash reports, making it easier for firms like Tesla to test their autonomous vehicles. NHTSA also wants to stretch an old rule that lets some cars skip standard checks, so more US-made driverless cars can join. These moves were designed to offer a clear plan to put the US ahead in the autonomous vehicle market, especially as China steps up its game.
Shares of HVAC and electrical contractor Comfort Systems (NYSE:FIX) jumped 11% in the pre-market session after the company reported stunning first-quarter 2025 results, which crushed earnings and backlog expectations, pointing to strong demand and solid execution in a typically soft seasonal period. Same-store backlog grew 16%, a massive jump that signaled growing confidence from customers and a robust pipeline of future projects. Zooming out, we think this was a solid quarter.
Shares of children’s apparel manufacturer Carter’s (NYSE:CRI)
fell 11.5% in the afternoon session after the company reported weak first-quarter 2025 results, as a narrow beat on adjusted EPS and stronger-than-expected same-store sales were overshadowed by its suspension of forward guidance amid a CEO transition and tariff uncertainty.
Intel Corp. CEO Lip Bu Tan is taking action to revive the struggling chipmaker, announcing significant organizational changes just five weeks into his tenure.
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan says there are "no quick fixes" as the company works through a long-term turnaround strategy amid a 64% stock drop over five years.
IBM's stock fell 6% in today’s trading session despite beating its first-quarter expectations after-market hours on Wednesday and maintaining its full-year revenue guidance.
In recent weeks, experts have been concerned that Trump’s new tariffs on rivals and trade partners will lead to an economic slowdown in the coming months.
Shares of RFID manufacturer Impinj (NASDAQ:PI) jumped 20.4% in the pre-market session after the company reported strong first quarter 2025 results which significantly exceeded analysts' EPS and revenue estimates. Looking ahead, EBITDA and EPS guidance for the next quarter came in ahead. Overall, this quarter was quite strong.
Shares of analog chip manufacturer Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:TXN)
jumped 9.8% in the pre-market session after the company reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, which significantly exceeded analysts' EPS expectations and included next quarter's revenue guidance that topped Wall Street's estimates. What stood out was the 11% jump in revenue from the prior year, supported by broad-based growth across nearly all business segments, except for a typical seasonal dip in personal electronics.
Zooming out, we think this quarter featured some important positives.
Shares of semiconductor equipment maker Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX)
jumped 7.2% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, with adjusted operating income that topped analysts' expectations and next quarter's revenue guidance coming in well ahead of Wall Street forecasts, a signal that demand was holding up despite a murky global backdrop. Zooming out, we think this was a solid quarter.
Shares of 3D measurement and imaging company FARO (NASDAQ:FARO) jumped 17.4% in the morning session after the company reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, which exceeded analysts' expectations across revenue, EPS, and EBITDA and included next quarter's EPS guidance that came in well above consensus. What stood out was the near doubling of adjusted EBITDA and a fourfold increase in adjusted EPS, signaling a meaningful improvement in cost efficiency and product profitability. Zooming out, this quarter featured some important positives.
Shares of specialized talent solutions company Robert Half (NYSE:RHI) fell 16.7% in the pre-market session after the company reported weak first-quarter 2025 results, which included significant misses on revenue, EPS, and EBITDA. Revenue fell to $1.35 billion, an 8.4% drop from the previous year, with significant declines across all contract staffing categories. Overall, this was a weaker quarter.
Shares of architectural products company Apogee (NASDAQ:APOG) fell 10.7% in the morning session after the company reported mixed first-quarter 2025 results: Looking ahead, the full-year earnings forecast wasn't great. The company guided well below the previous year, blaming tariffs.
On the other hand, Apogee blew past analysts' EBITDA expectations, and its revenue outperformed Wall Street's estimates by a wide margin. Overall, we think this was a decent quarter with some key metrics above expectations.
Big Tech stocks have been heavily sold off due to AI concerns and trade tensions, but may present a buying opportunity for long-term investors, says expert.
