Articles by James Calloway
HCA Healthcare Holds Gains After Strong Profit Outlook, $10B Buyback
HCA Healthcare stock maintained after-hours gains after a sharp rally, fueled by an upbeat profit outlook and a massive new buyback authorization. Investors now eye key economic data.
McDonald's Sales Surge on Value Deals, Shares Gain
McDonald's shares advanced as quarterly results exceeded expectations, with global comparable sales rising 5.7%. Value-focused offerings and marketing campaigns helped drive customer traffic.
Coca-Cola Shares Gain on Mixed Results, 2026 Outlook in Focus
Coca-Cola shares advanced as the company topped profit expectations, though its 2026 organic revenue growth projection fell short of analyst estimates. The market now looks to the upcoming CAGNY conference for strategic details.
Gilead Shares Dip as Yeztugo Sales Outlook Disappoints
Gilead Sciences shares declined as its 2026 sales projection for the HIV prevention drug Yeztugo fell short of some Wall Street estimates. Several brokerages raised price targets following the company's earnings report.
S&P Global Shares Rebound After Profit Guidance Sparks Selloff
S&P Global shares gained 1.7% on Thursday, rebounding after a two-day slide. The stock had fallen following the company's 2026 adjusted EPS guidance, which came in below its medium-term targets.
Unity Software Plunges on Weak Q1 Forecast, AI Concerns
Unity Software shares dropped nearly 10% following a weak first-quarter revenue forecast and analyst warnings about competitive threats from artificial intelligence.
Astera Labs Shares Drop on Margin Outlook, Amazon Warrant Details
Astera Labs shares declined sharply following a reduced gross margin forecast and the disclosure of a major warrant agreement with Amazon. The company also announced a CFO transition.
Vertiv Shares Climb on Robust Data Center Demand, Backlog Hits $15 Billion
Vertiv Holdings extended its rally after reporting a 252% surge in organic orders and raising its 2026 outlook, with backlog reaching $15 billion. The company cited strong hyperscale and colocation demand.
Robinhood Shares Drop on Crypto Revenue Shortfall, Investors Eye March Event
Robinhood stock declined nearly 6% after quarterly revenue missed expectations, driven by a 38% drop in cryptocurrency trading income. The company's spending outlook and former CFO stock sale added to investor concerns.
Amazon Shares Dip Amid Italian Tax Investigation, AI Spending Concerns Weigh
Amazon stock declined following reports of a new Italian tax probe, extending a sharp February sell-off. Investor focus remains on the company's massive planned AI investments and competitive pressures.
Cisco Plunges on Margin Squeeze Despite Revenue Boost
Cisco shares tumbled nearly 10% as rising memory costs pressured profitability, overshadowing an improved revenue forecast. The company expects further margin compression next quarter.