Ultime notizie per Canon (OTC:CAJPY) Azioni

Canon Inc designs, manufactures and distributes an extensive range of consumer and electronic products, including copiers, cameras, lenses, and inkjet printers. The company operates four major business segments: printing, imaging, medical, industrial, and others. It generates maximum revenue from the printing segment. Printing Business Unit includes Office multifunction devices (MFDs), Document solutions, Laser multifunction printers (MFPs), Laser printers, Inkjet printers, Image scanners, Calculators, Digital continuous feed presses, Digital sheet-fed presses, and Large format printers.

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Guidance

CoreCivic Sees FY24 Normalized FFO $1.59-$1.65 Vs $1.31 Est.; Net Income $55.5M-$61.5M

CTVA

Corteva Sees FY24 Net Sales $17B-$17.2B Vs $17.214B Est

Buybacks

UPWK

Upwork Announces $100M Share Repurchase Authorization

Sitio Royalties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STR#NYSE">STR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.15 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.13 by 15.38 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $149.375 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $153.250 million by 2.53 percent. This is a 4.68 percent decrease over sales of $156.710 million the same period last year.

Earnings

Earnings Beats

Earnings Misses

Sitio Royalties Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $0.15 Beats $0.13 Estimate, Sales $149.375M Miss $153.250M Estimate

Offerings

QCOM

Qualcomm Filed For Mixed Shelf Offering; Size Not Disclosed

Qubitekk's renowned team, technology, products, and patent portfolio to join IonQ
Acquisition to continue expansion of IonQ's trajectory into the quantum networking market
Today, IonQ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IONQ#NYSE">IONQ</a>) announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the operating assets of Qubitekk, Inc., a leading Vista, CA-based quantum networking company. As part of the transaction, the Qubitekk team will join IonQ to further enhance IonQ's leading position in the quantum networking industry. IonQ anticipates closing the acquisition within the next six months, subject to the satisfaction of certain closing conditions.
Quantum networks are expected to become essential infrastructure, enabling critical applications especially in the defense, finance, and energy sectors. The technology enables multiple nodes to communicate via entangled qubits, offering ultra-secure communications, precise timing synchronization, a foundation for distributed quantum computing, and a transport layer for quantum sensing. Having designed and deployed the nation's first commercially available quantum network in Chattanooga Tennessee, the EPB Quantum Network, Qubitekk has distinctive acumen in the quantum networking category.
From the start, IonQ has prioritized quantum networking as a key strategy for scaling its quantum computers. Specifically, IonQ's architecture plans to use photonic interconnects to link multiple quantum computers together, creating a more powerful cluster. The years that IonQ has dedicated to developing this technology for its computing efforts have allowed IonQ to quickly advance its offerings in the quantum networking industry.
Once closed, the Qubitekk acquisition will represent a major addition to IonQ's quantum networking capabilities and customer set. IonQ believes the transaction will contribute to near-term bookings and revenue opportunities, extending IonQ's commercial leadership in quantum networking.

IONQ

IonQ To Acquire Qubitekk, Furthering Leadership In Quantum Networking; No Financial Terms Disclosed

GILD

Gilead Sciences Raises FY24 Product sales Guidance From $27.10B - $27.50B To $27.80B - $28.10B

TRIP

CORRECTION: TripAdvisor Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.50 Beats $0.44 Estimate, Sales $371.000M Miss $527.903M Estimate

American States Water Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $0.95 Misses $0.97 Estimate, Sales $161.782M Beat $161.000M Estimate

Tanger (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKT#NYSE">SKT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.54 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.53 by 1.89 percent. This is a 8 percent increase over earnings of $0.50 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $133.00 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $124.70 million by 6.66 percent. This is a 13.34 percent increase over sales of $117.35 million the same period last year.

Tanger Q3 FFO $0.54 Beats $0.53 Estimate, Sales $133.00M Beat $124.70M Estimate

Grand Canyon Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOPE#NASDAQ">LOPE</a>) raises FY2024 Adj EPS guidance from $7.85-8.04 to $8.02-8.05 vs $7.99 analyst estimate. Narrows FY2024 sales outlook from $1.03 billion-1.03 billion to $1.03 billion-1.03 billion vs $1.03 billion estimate.

LOPE

Grand Canyon Education Raises FY2024 Adj EPS Guidance from $7.85-8.04 to $8.02-8.05 vs $7.99 Est; Narrows FY2024 Sales Guidance from $1.03B-1.03B to $1.03B-1.03B vs $1.03B Est

Beyond Meat Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYND#NASDAQ">BYND</a>) reported third-quarter financial results Wednesday after the bell. Here&#8217;s a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/g41786618/beyond-meat-reports-third-quarter-2024-financial-results">rundown of the report</a>.
Q3 Earnings: Beyond Meat reported third-quarter revenue of $81.01 million, beating the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate</a>&nbsp;of $80.71 million, according to&nbsp;<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.&nbsp;The&nbsp;plant-based meat&nbsp;company reported a third-quarter adjusted loss of 41 cents per share, beating estimates for a loss of 44 cents per share.
Total revenues increased 7.6% on a year-over-year basis. U.S. retail channel net revenues increased&nbsp;14.6% year-over-year and U.S. foodservice channel net revenues increased&nbsp;15.5%. International retail channel net revenues jumped 17% year-over-year while international foodservice channel net revenues fell 17.2%.
Beyond Meat ended the quarter with $134.9 million in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash. The company had total outstanding debt of $1.1 billion as of Sept. 28.
&#8220;We are pleased to report that in the third quarter, we returned to growth, increasing net revenues on a year-over-year basis, while continuing to expand gross margin and reduce operating expenses on both a sequential and year-over-year basis,&#8221; said Ethan Brown, president and CEO of Beyond Meat.
&#8220;Looking ahead, we expect to increase our cash reserves by year-end and pursue further balance sheet restructuring in 2025.&#8221;
Outlook:&nbsp;Beyond Meat revised its full-year 2024 revenue outlook from a range of $320 million to $340 million to a new range of $320 million to $330 million. Analysts are anticipating full-year revenue of $328.59 million, according to estimates from <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Management will further discuss the company&#8217;s quarterly results on a conference call slated for 5 p.m. ET.
BYND Price Action: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BYND" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Beyond Meat shares</a> were down 5.78% after hours at $6.20 at the time of publication Wednesday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Photo: Courtesy of Beyond Meat.

Movers

BYND

Beyond Meat Returns To Growth In Q3: Revenue Beat, EPS Beat, Cash Reserves In Focus

F&amp;G Annuities &amp; Life (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FG#NYSE">FG</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.22 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.09 by 11.93 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.39 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.22 billion by 95.09 percent. This is a 180.38 percent increase over sales of $851.00 million the same period last year.

F&G Annuities & Life Q3 2024 Adj EPS $1.22 Beats $1.09 Estimate, Sales $2.39B Beat $1.22B Estimate

Corteva (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTVA#NYSE">CTVA</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.49) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.30) by 63.33 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.326 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $2.697 billion by 13.76 percent. This is a 10.19 percent decrease over sales of $2.590 billion the same period last year.

Corteva Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $(0.49) Misses $(0.30) Estimate, Sales $2.326B Miss $2.697B Estimate

Grand Canyon Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOPE#NASDAQ">LOPE</a>) narrows FY2024 GAAP EPS guidance from $7.63-7.81 to $7.76-7.79 vs $7.73 analyst estimate..

Grand Canyon Education Narrows FY2024 GAAP EPS Guidance from $7.63-7.81 to $7.76-7.79 vs $7.73 Est

Adicet Bio (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACET#NASDAQ">ACET</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.34) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.35) by 2.86 percent. This is a 52.11 percent increase over losses of $(0.71) per share from the same period last year.

ACET

Adicet Bio Q3 EPS $(0.34) Beats $(0.35) Estimate

KVYO

Klaviyo Sees Q4 2024 Revenue $256M-$258M Vs $257.02M Estimate; Sees FY24 Revenue $923M-$925M Vs $915.6M Estimate

WOLF

Wolfspeed Sees Q2 Revenue $160M-$200M Vs $214.583M Est.; Adj. EPS $(1.14)-$(0.89) Vs $(0.90) Est.

Grand Canyon Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOPE#NASDAQ">LOPE</a>) narrows Q4 GAAP EPS guidance from $2.78-2.91 to $2.86-2.89 vs $2.85 analyst estimate..

Grand Canyon Education Narrows Q4 GAAP EPS Guidance from $2.78-2.91 to $2.86-2.89 vs $2.85 Est

ATRO

Astronics Sees FY24 Capital Expenditures $9M-$11M

Extreme UV Is The Future For Chips, ASML Holding Has A Monopoly

The technology hardware market is experiencing significant growth thanks to growing IT spending, the adoption of new cutting-edge technologies, and increasing reliance on digital technologies. Therefore, investors could consider buying quality tech stocks Nidec (NJDCY), Lenovo Group (LNVGY), and Canon (CAJPY) for solid gains. Read on... The tech industry's growth is driven by the digitization of various sectors and the ever-rising dependence on digital solutions. These factors have been a significant growth driver for advanced hardware solutions. With the adoption of newer, more advanced technologies and workloads becoming heavier, the demand for cutting-edge hardware is expected to grow significantly.
Against this backdrop, investors could consider buying fundamentally strong tech stocks such as Nidec Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NJDCY/">NJDCY</a>), Lenovo Group Limited (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LNVGY/">LNVGY</a>), and Canon Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">CAJPY</a>) to satisfy their thirst for gains. Before diving deeper into the fundamentals of these stocks, let's first understand what's shaping the tech industry's prospects.
Gartner's recent forecast predicts global IT spending to reach $5.06 trillion in 2024, representing an <a href="https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2024-04-16-gartner-forecast-worldwide-it-spending-to-grow-8-percent-in-2024">8% uptick</a> from the previous year. This new estimate is higher than its earlier estimate of 6.8%. The forecast suggests that worldwide IT spending is on track to exceed $8 trillion well before the end of the decade. Gartner expects device spending to rise 3.6% year-over-year to $687.94 billion.
Businesses belonging to various sectors have started digitizing their operations to enhance delivery and improve efficiency, thereby contributing to the growth of the IT hardware market.
With GenAI's immense popularity and potential, individuals and businesses want to employ it in daily operations. To train large language models (LLMs), one requires considerable computational resources for training and inference, thus driving the demand for high-performance hardware, such as CPUs, GPUs, etc.
Moreover, the evolution of new technologies like 5G, the Internet of Things, and edge computing has fueled the demand for cutting-edge hardware to support their highly complex processing needs.
Furthermore, the demand for new hardware devices has increased rapidly, owing to the declining average lifespan of devices and new features in hardware tools that encourage consumers to stay updated with the ongoing trends. The IT Hardware Market is projected to reach $191.03 billion by 2029, growing at a <a href="https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/global-it-hardware-market">7.9% CAGR</a>.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the fundamentals of the three featured <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-hardware/">Technology - Hardware</a> stocks, beginning with the third choice.
Stock #3: Nidec Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NJDCY/">NJDCY</a>)
Headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, NJDCY develops, manufactures, and sells motors, electronics and, optical components, and other related products in Japan and internationally.
In terms of forward EV/Sales, NJDCY is trading at 1.77x, 1.2% lower than the industry average of 1.79x. The stock's trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/p/price-to-bookratio.asp">Price/Book</a> of 2.44x is 11.6% lower than the industry average of 2.76x.
NJDCY's net sales and gross profit for the fiscal year that ended March 31, 2024, increased 4.7% and 20.4% over the prior-year quarter to ¥2.35 trillion ($15.20 billion) and ¥497.61 billion ($3.22 billion), respectively.
For the same year, its profit attributable to owners of the parent and earnings per share attributable to owners of the parent stood at ¥125.39 billion ($811.54 million) and ¥218.22, up 178.9% and 179.3% year-over-year, respectively.
For the quarter ending September 30, 2024, NJDCY's revenue is expected to increase 1.3% year-over-year to $4.03 billion. Its EPS for fiscal 2025 is expected to increase 62.2% year-over-year to $0.57. It surpassed consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The stock has gained 24.3% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $11.49.
NJDCY's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its positive prospects. It has an overall B rating, equating to Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
NJDCY has an A grade for Stability and a B for Value and Quality. Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-hardware/">Technology - Hardware</a> industry, it is ranked #15 out of 37 stocks. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NJDCY/">Click here</a> for the additional POWR Ratings for NJDCY (Growth, Momentum, and Sentiment).
Stock #2: Lenovo Group Limited (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LNVGY/">LNVGY</a>)
Headquartered in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, LNVGY develops, manufactures, and markets technology products and services. It operates through the segments of Intelligent Devices Group, Infrastructure Solutions Group, and Solutions and Services Group.
In terms of forward EV/EBITDA, LNVGY is trading at 5.57x, 63.1% lower than the industry average of 15.10x. The stock's forward Price/Sales of 0.27x is 90.6% lower than the industry average of 2.83x. Similarly, its forward EV/Sales is trading at 0.29x, 89.7% lower than the industry average of 2.84x.
On May 2, 2024, LNVGY launched its new AI-based Cyber Resiliency as a Service (CRaaS), leveraging Lenovo device telemetry and Microsoft security software solutions to offer comprehensive cyber protection, detection, response, and recovery for businesses. This addresses growing security concerns and aids business continuity.
For the fiscal third quarter that ended December 31, 2023, LNVGY's revenue increased 3% year-over-year to $15.72 billion. Its gross profit stood at $2.60 billion. For the same quarter, its non-HKFRS profit attributable to equity shareholders and EPS stood at $357 million and 2.64 cents, respectively.
Analysts expect LNVGY's revenue for the quarter that ended March 31, 2024, to increase 4.2% year-over-year to $13.16 billion. Its EPS for the year ending March 31, 2025, is expected to grow 38.3% year-over-year to $1.94. The company surpassed Street revenue estimates in three of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 17.8%, closing the last trading session at $24.04.
LNVGY's POWR Ratings reflect this promising outlook. It has an overall rating of B, equating to Buy in our proprietary rating system.
LNVGY has an A grade for Value and a B for Momentum. It is ranked #14 in the same industry. Beyond what we stated above, we have also given LNVGY grades for Growth, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality. Get all the LNVGY ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LNVGY/">here</a>.
Stock #1: Canon Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">CAJPY</a>)
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, CAJPY manufactures and sells office multifunction devices (MFDs), laser and inkjet printers, cameras, medical equipment, and lithography equipment worldwide. The company operates through the Printing Business Unit, Imaging Business Unit, Medical Business Unit, Industrial Business Unit, and Others segments.
In terms of forward EV/Sales, CAJPY is trading at 1.08x, 62.1% lower than the industry average of 2.84x. The stock's forward Price/Sales of 0.97x is 65.8% lower than the industry average of 2.83x. Similarly, its forward EV/EBIT is trading at 8.95x, 57.1% lower than the industry average of 20.84x.
CAJPY's net sales for the fiscal first quarter that ended March 31, 2024, increased 1.8% over the year-ago value to ¥988.52 billion ($6.40 billion). Its gross profit rose 5.4% year-over-year to ¥478.44 billion ($3.10 billion).
Moreover, its net income attributable to CAJPY stood at ¥59.95 billion ($388 million), up 6.3% over the prior-year quarter. Also, its net income attributable to CAJPY shareholders per share grew 9.3% year-over-year to ¥60.67.
Street expects CAJPY's revenue for the quarter ending September 30, 2024, to increase 2% year-over-year to $6.95 billion. CAJPY's stock has gained 17.6% over the past year to close the last trading session at $27.93.
CAJPY's strong fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, equating to Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Value, Momentum, Stability, and Quality. It is ranked #10 in the Technology - Hardware industry. In total, we rate CAJPY on eight different levels. Too see CAJPY's Growth and Sentiment ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">click here</a>.
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CAJPY shares were trading at $27.77 per share on Wednesday morning, down $0.16 (-0.57%). Year-to-date, CAJPY has gained 8.48%, versus a 9.06% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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Canon: 'Hold'ing Was The Right Choice

Notable earnings before Thursday's open

Canon GAAP EPS of ¥91.83, revenue of ¥1167.79B; raises FY24 outlook

Apple (AAPL) is set to launch its AI-enabled iPhone 16 on September 9, marking a pivotal moment for the tech giant. The highly anticipated release could drive a massive upgrade cycle, significantly impacting the company's stock performance as it heads into the holiday shopping season. Let's find out if AAPL is a strong buy now. Read on... <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AAPL/">Apple Inc. (AAPL)</a> is widely anticipated to <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/26/24223957/apple-iphone-16-launch-event-date-glowtime">officially launch its AI-enabled iPhone model</a>, the iPhone 16, at the upcoming "It's Glowtime" event at its Cupertino, California headquarters on September 9. One of the most anticipated features of the iPhone 16 is its integration of advanced AI capabilities.
As AI becomes increasingly central to the functionality of smartphones, the iPhone 16 is expected to set a new standard in the industry.
AAPL had a challenging start to the year, with its stock declining by about 11% in the first quarter as Wall Street expressed concerns over sluggish iPhone sales and uncertainty surrounding the company's AI strategy. However, shares have recovered since it <a href="https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/06/introducing-apple-intelligence-for-iphone-ipad-and-mac/#:~:text=CUPERTINO%2C%20CALIFORNIA%20Apple%20today%20introduced,that's%20incredibly%20useful%20and%20relevant.">introduced Apple Intelligence</a> in June, the personal AI system for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Apple Intelligence is expected to drive a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/iphone-16-with-ai-could-send-apple-market-cap-to-usd4-trillion-8674563">massive upgrade cycle</a>, with existing iPhone users trading in their older devices for newer, often more expensive models. According to Wedbush analysts, around 300 million existing iPhone owners have not upgraded their devices in over four years, positioning Apple to potentially sell upwards of 240 million iPhones in its 2025 fiscal year.
The upcoming iPhone launch in September represents Apple's major opportunity to generate excitement around Apple Intelligence on both Wall Street and Main Street before the new model hits the shelves ahead of the critical holiday shopping season.
Shares of AAPL have gained 5.4% over the past month and 25.3% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $222.77.
Let's look at factors that could influence AAPL's performance in the upcoming months.
Solid Financials
For the third quarter that ended June 29, 2024, AAPL's net sales increased 4.9% year-over-year to $85.78 billion. Its gross margin rose 9% from the year-ago value to $39.68 billion. Its operating income was $25.35 billion, up 10.2% year-over-year. Its net income grew 7.9% from the prior year's quarter to $21.45 billion.
In addition, the company's earnings per share were $1.40, an increase of 11.1% from the prior year's period. Apple's cash and cash equivalents totaled $25.57 billion as of June 29, 2024.
Optimistic Analyst Estimates
Analysts expect AAPL's revenue for the fourth quarter (ending September 2024) to grow 5.2% year-over-year to $94.14 billion. The consensus EPS estimate of $1.60 for the ongoing quarter indicates an improvement of 9.3% year-over-year. Further, the company has surpassed consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
For the fiscal year ending September 2024, Wall Street expects Apple's revenue and EPS to increase 1.9% and 9.2% from the previous year to $390.40 billion and $6.69, respectively. The company's revenue and EPS for the fiscal year 2025 are expected to grow 7.7% and 10.9% year-over-year to $420.29 billion and $7.42, respectively.
Impressive Historical Growth
AAPL's revenue has grown at a CAGR of 8.3% over the past five years. Its EBITDA has increased at a CAGR of 11.5% over the same period, and its levered free cash flow has grown at a CAGR of 14%. Furthermore, the company's net income and EPS have improved at CAGRs of 12.9% and 17.4% over the same timeframe, respectively.
Robust Profitability
AAPL's trailing-12-month EBIT margin of 31.27% is 539.5% higher than the 4.89% industry average. Its trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/ebitda-margin.asp">EBITDA margin</a> of 34.18% is 242.4% higher than the 9.98% industry average. Likewise, the stock's trailing-12-month net income margin of 26.44% is 601.3% higher than the industry average of 3.77%.
Furthermore, AAPL's trailing-12-month ROCE, ROTC, and ROTA of 160.58%, 44.66%, and 30.75% are significantly higher than the industry averages of 4.56%, 2.67%, and 2.10%, respectively. The stock's trailing-12-month levered FCF margin of 22.34% is 111.6% higher than the industry average of 10.56%.
POWR Ratings Reflect Promise
AAPL's sound fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by taking into account 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
Our proprietary rating system also evaluates each stock based on eight distinct categories. AAPL has an A grade for Quality, consistent with higher-than-industry profitability.
Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-hardware/">Technology - Hardware</a> industry, AAPL is ranked #17 out of 40 stocks.
Beyond what I have stated above, we have also given AAPL grades for Value, Sentiment, Momentum, and Stability. Get all AAPL ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AAPL/">here</a>.
Bottom Line
As AAPL prepares to unveil the iPhone 16, the stakes are high, not just for the product itself but for the tech giant's overall market performance. The potential of AI-enabled features in this new launch to drive consumer demand, coupled with a large base of potential upgraders and a market eager for AI innovation, creates a ripe environment for stock gains.
Given robust financials, favorable analyst estimates, and a bright long-term outlook, AAPL could be an ideal investment for solid returns.
How Does Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stack Up Against Its Peers?
While AAPL has an overall POWR Rating of B, investors could also check out these other stocks within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-hardware/">Technology - Hardware</a> industry with an A (Strong Buy) rating: Canon Inc. ADR (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">CAJPY</a>), Seiko Epson Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SEKEY/">SEKEY</a>), and AstroNova, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ALOT/">ALOT</a>).
To explore more A or B-rated tech hardware stocks, <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-hardware/">click here</a>.
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AAPL shares were trading at $219.76 per share on Wednesday morning, down $3.01 (-1.35%). Year-to-date, AAPL has gained 14.58%, versus a 17.34% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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The tech industry is poised for a significant surge in sales during the holiday season, primarily fueled by demand for popular gadgets and tech gifts. Hence, it could be wise to buy top consumer tech stocks, Amazon.com (AMZN), HP Inc. (HPQ), and Canon (CAJPY). Read more... The combination of innovative product launches, holiday promotions, and the ongoing consumer interest in smart gadgets positions the tech industry for a strong sales performance during the holiday season. Therefore, we look into sound consumer tech giants, such as Amazon.com, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMZN/">AMZN</a>), HP Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/HPQ/">HPQ</a>), and Canon Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">CAJPY</a>).
The number and value of online sales are on an upward trajectory. In fact, in 2024, <a href="https://www.tidio.com/blog/online-shopping-statistics/">global e-commerce sales will likely surpass $7 trillion in value</a>. This growth is being fueled by a number of factors, including the rise of mobile shopping, the growth of social media, and the increasing popularity of subscription services.
Moreover, retailers typically offer significant holiday discounts, especially during events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, driving consumers to upgrade or purchase tech products as gifts. According to recent data from 1,000 U.S. adults and Vericast's 2024 Holiday Retail TrendWatch, <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-2024-holiday-season-will-be-a-battle-of-saving-versus-spending-according-to-data-from-vericast-302193746.html">41% of consumers are planning</a> to splurge on gifts for themselves this holiday season.
Thus, keeping the holiday season in mind, let us dig deeper into the fundamentals of the featured consumer tech giants in detail:
Amazon.com, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMZN/">AMZN</a>)
AMZN is a global giant in the retail sector, offering consumer products, advertising, and subscription services through online and physical stores across North America and international markets. The company operates through three segments: North America; International; and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
On July 18, AMZN announced record-breaking sales from its biggest Prime Day event ever. Prime members took advantage of millions of deals over 35 categories, saving billions in the process. The company's new AI-powered shopping assistant, Rufus, also helped millions of customers navigate the vast selection quickly and easily.
Over the 48-hour event, small and medium-sized businesses sold more than 200 million items. The event also led to a surge in Prime memberships, with millions of new members signing up in the weeks leading up to Prime Day.
In terms of the trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netincome.asp">net income</a> margin, AMZN's 7.35% is 59.3% higher than the 4.62% industry average. Similarly, its 9.79% trailing-12-month levered FCF margin is 82.2% higher than the industry average of 5.38%. Also, its trailing-12-month ROCE of 21.93% compares to the industry average of 11.53%.
For the second quarter of 2024, which ended on June 30, AMZN's total net sales increased 10.1% year-over-year to $147.98 billion, while the operating income stood at $14.67 billion, up 91% year-over-year. Its net income amounted to $13.48 billion, representing an increase of 99.8% from the last year. Also, the company's EPS for the quarter increased 93.8% year-over-year to $1.26.
Street expects AMZN's revenue and EPS for the fiscal third quarter (ending September 2024) to increase 9.9% and 20.5% year-over-year to $157.27 billion and $1.13, respectively. In addition, it surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is excellent.
Shares of AMZN have gained 19.7% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $173.33.
AMZN's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
AMZN has an A grade for Sentiment and a B for Momentum and Quality. It is ranked #14 out of 52 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet/">Internet</a> industry. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/AMZN/">Click here</a> to see the additional ratings for AMZN (Growth, Value, and Stability).
HP Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/HPQ/">HPQ</a>)
HPQ provides personal computing and other digital access devices, imaging and printing products, and related technologies, solutions, and services worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Personal Systems; Printing; and Corporate Investments.
For the third quarter that ended July 31, 2024, HPQ's total net revenue increased 2.4% year-over-year to $13.52 billion. The company's non-GAAP earnings from operations stood at $1.09 billion. Furthermore, the company's non-GAAP net earnings came in at $819 million or $0.83 per share.
Analysts expect HPQ's revenue and EPS for the fourth quarter (ending October 2024) to increase 1.7% and 3.7% year-over-year to $14.05 billion and $0.93, respectively.
HPQ's shares have gained 21.6% over the past six months and 16.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $35.33.
HPQ's solid fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Quality and Value. The stock is ranked #12 out of 40 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/technology-hardware/">Technology - Hardware</a> industry.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/hpq/">Click here</a> to access the additional HPQ ratings (Growth, Momentum, and Stability).
Canon Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">CAJPY</a>)
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, CAJPY is a global manufacturer and seller of office multifunction devices, printers, cameras, medical equipment, and lithography equipment. It operates through its Printing Business Unit; Imaging Business Unit; Medical Business Unit; Industrial Business Unit; and Others segments.
CAJPY's trailing-12-month EBIT margin of 9.26% is 89.3% higher than the industry average of 4.89%. Its trailing-12-month Return on Total Capital of 5.72% is 114.3% higher than the industry average of 2.67%.
During the second quarter, which ended June 30, 2023, CAJPY's sales increased 14.7% from the previous year's quarter to ¥1.17 trillion ($8.09 billion). Its operating profit increased 28.3% year-over-year to ¥118.39 billion ($818.42 million). The company's net income attributable to owners of parent grew 37.4% year-over-year to ¥89.86 billion ($621.20 million).
Street anticipates CAJPY's revenue to surge by 13.3% year-over-year to $7.73 billion for the third quarter ending September 2024. The stock has gained 16.4% over the past six months and 39.8% over the past year to close the last trading session at $34.32.
CAJPY's POWR Ratings reflect bright prospects. The stock has an overall rating of A, which equates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
The stock has a B grade for Stability and Quality. It is ranked #4 in the 40-stock Technology - Hardware industry.
Beyond what is stated above, we've also rated CAJPY for Momentum, Sentiment, Growth, and Value. Get all CAJPY ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CAJPY/">here</a>.
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AMZN shares were trading at $177.53 per share on Thursday afternoon, up $4.20 (+2.42%). Year-to-date, AMZN has gained 16.84%, versus a 16.52% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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