The world could be entering a golden age of artificial intelligence (AI). This company is likely to continue capitalizing on what could eventually become a $40 trillion opportunity.
Meta Platforms and Broadcom are at the center of the artificial intelligence revolution, and that could help both companies surpass Apple's current market value within five years.
Apple shares climbed in extended trading after surprisingly strong iPhone sales helped the tech giant report its fastest revenue growth since the December quarter of 2021.
Outdoor lifestyle and equipment company Clarus (NASDAQ:CLAR) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, but sales fell by 2.2% year on year to $55.25 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.03 per share was $0.02 below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Nvidia briefly touched a record high on Thursday before closing down 0.8%, outperforming chip peers as bullish bets on AI demand offset a soft day for tech stocks.
Shares of construction management software maker Procore (NYSE:PCOR) fell 3.1% in the afternoon session after Confluent's disappointing quarterly results signaled growing headwinds in the space.
The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF surged to an all-time high Thursday morning. The ETF is being powered by blockbuster quarterly earnings from key holdings Microsoft and Meta Platforms.
Shares of cruise company Norwegian Cruise Line (NYSE:NCLH)
jumped 9.4% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong second-quarter results and offered an upbeat profit outlook for the year. The cruise operator's balance of advance ticket sales reached a record high of $4.0 billion, a sign of strong future demand. Norwegian posted record total revenue of $2.5 billion for the quarter, a 6% increase from the previous year. The company also reaffirmed its optimistic full-year 2025 guidance, which projected adjusted earnings of approximately $2.05 per share. Management noted that booking volumes recovered above historical levels, fueled by robust consumer interest.
Shares of engineering and design software provider PTC (NASDAQ:PTC) jumped 6.9% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong third-quarter fiscal 2025 results that beat analyst expectations and led to a raised full-year outlook. The design software provider reported that its revenue grew 24% year-over-year to $644 million. Net income surged a remarkable 104.9%, which marked its highest level for a fiscal third quarter in over two decades. In response to the strong quarter, PTC lifted its full-year forecast for key financial metrics including revenue, free cash flow, and earnings per share. The positive results arrived amid broader strength in the software-as-a-service sector. The news prompted positive reactions from Wall Street, and the stock reached an all-time high.
Shares of chip designer Allegro MicroSystems (NASDAQ:ALGM) fell 6.8% in the afternoon session after the company reported quarterly financial results that disappointed investors on profitability. The chip designer announced revenue of $203.4 million, a 22% increase from the previous year, which surpassed analyst forecasts. Allegro also issued an optimistic outlook for the next quarter, expecting revenue to land between $205 million and $215 million. However, investors focused on the company's bottom line. The reported GAAP loss of $0.07 per share fell significantly short of Wall Street's expectations. This earnings miss appeared to overshadow the strong sales growth and positive guidance, prompting a sell-off in the stock.
Shares of online casino and sports betting company Rush Street Interactive (NYSE:RSI)
jumped 19.1% in the afternoon session after the company reported second-quarter results that topped Wall Street estimates and raised its full-year revenue guidance. The company's revenue climbed 22% to $269.2 million, and it reported a net income of $28.8 million, a significant turnaround from a net loss in the same quarter last year. This growth stemmed from a 25% increase in its online casino business and a 15% rise in online sports betting. The strong performance bucked a wider trend, as traditional casino operators' stocks declined, highlighting a divergence within the gaming industry. In response to the strong quarter, Wall Street analysts from firms like Needham and Oppenheimer raised their price targets on the stock.
Shares of online used car dealer Carvana (NYSE: CVNA)
jumped 17.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported strong second-quarter results that surpassed analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings.
Shares of agricultural and farm machinery company AGCO (NYSE:AGCO) jumped 11.3% in the afternoon session after the company reported second-quarter results that topped Wall Street forecasts and raised its full-year financial outlook. The company posted adjusted earnings of $1.35 per share, surpassing analyst estimates. Revenue landed at $2.6 billion, also beating expectations, even though it represented a decrease from the prior year. Management noted they achieved these results despite a challenging global environment for agriculture. Looking forward, the company lifted its full-year guidance, projecting earnings per share between $4.75 and $5.00. This positive news pushed the stock to a new 52-week high during the trading session.
Shares of aerospace and defense company Huntington Ingalls (NYSE:HII)
jumped 9.9% in the afternoon session after the company reported second-quarter earnings and revenue that sailed past Wall Street forecasts, driven by strong contract awards and a record backlog. The shipbuilder's revenue climbed 3.5% to $3.08 billion, while its earnings per share landed at $3.86. Although the company's net income of $152 million declined from the previous year, it still comfortably surpassed analysts' projections. The strong performance stemmed from easing production snags at its shipyards and booming demand for submarines. Huntington Ingalls also secured $11.9 billion in new contracts during the quarter, which brought its total funded backlog to a record high of $56.9 billion. Furthermore, free cash flow surged to $730 million, a significant improvement from a negative figure a year ago.
