La vendita allo scoperto per America's Car-Mart dà agli investitori un'idea del grado in cui gli investitori stanno scommettendo sul declino delle azioni di America's Car-Mart. I dati relativi alle vendite allo scoperto vengono aggiornati ogni due settimane.

America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:CRMT) Azioni, Report sulle vendite allo scoperto

America's Car-Mart

America's Car-Mart Inc is an automotive retailer in the U.S. focused exclusively on the Integrated Auto Sales and Finance segment of the used car market. The company's operations are principally conducted through its two operating subsidiaries, America's Car Mart Inc and Colonial Auto Finance. It predominantly sells older model used vehicles and provides financing for substantially all of its customers. It earns revenue from the sale of used vehicles and in the majority of the cases a related service contract and an accident protection plan product, as well as interest income and late fees from the related financing.

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America's Car-Mart Inc

America&#8217;s Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g45901120/americas-car-mart-reports-fourth-quarter-and-fiscal-year-2025-results" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported fourth-quarter results on Thursday</a>. The company reported earnings per share of $1.26, beating the analyst consensus estimate of 86 cents.
Quarterly sales of $370.17 million (+1.5% year over year) outpaced <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">the Street view of $351.85 million</a>.
Sales volumes in the quarter under review increased 2.6% to 15,649 units, while interest income increased 4.2% to $2.4 million.
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Net charge-offs as a percentage of average finance receivables improved to 6.9% from 7.3%, while interest expense declined by 2.2%.
The average vehicle sales price decreased $316 year-over-year and $70 sequentially to $17,240, America&#8217;s Car-Mart said.
Gross margin increased to 36.4%, compared with 35.5% year over year, reflecting a 90-basis point improvement. This increase was primarily driven by continued optimization in vehicle pricing, procurement, and disposal strategies.
The allowance for credit losses as a percentage of finance receivables, net of deferred revenue, and pending accident protection plan claims improved to 23.25% on April 30 from 24.31% on January 31.
In the quarter under review, the average down payment was 6.2% of the average retail sales price, a slight decrease from 6.5% in the same quarter of 2024.
America&#8217;s Car-Mart exited the quarter with cash and equivalents worth $9.808 million. Inventory totaled $112.23 million vs. $107.47 million in the prior quarter.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, CRMT stock has decreased over 19% in the past year. 
Adam K. Peterson, a significant shareholder (more than 10%) of America&#8217;s Car-Mart, engaged in notable <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/news/25/06/45907677/insider-selling-adam-peterson-unloads-8-69m-of-americas-car-mart-stock">stock selling</a>, according to an SEC filing on Wednesday.
Through associated entities, Peterson sold 154,269 shares over three days for a total of about $8.69 million. It&#8217;s important to note that even after this sale, Peterson remains a substantial shareholder with a significant stake in the company.
Following these transactions, Peterson and the associated entities still hold 1,428,094 shares of America&#8217;s Car-Mart.
Price Action: CRMT shares are trading lower by 10.8% to $51.48 at last check Thursday.
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America's Car-Mart shares are trading lower after the company reported Q4 financial results and announced a year-over-year decrease in FY25 sales volume.

Revealing a significant insider sell on June 11, Adam Peterson, 10% Owner at America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: Peterson's decision to sell 154,269 shares of America's Car-Mart was revealed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000799850/000139834425011758//Archives/edgar/data/799850/000139834425011758/0001398344-25-011758-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The total value of the sale is $8,689,490.
America's Car-Mart's shares are actively trading at $52.8, experiencing a down of 8.56% during Thursday's morning session.
<h3>About America's Car-Mart</h3>
America's Car-Mart Inc is an automotive retailer in the U.S. focused exclusively on the Integrated Auto Sales and Finance segment of the used car market. The company's operations are principally conducted through its two operating subsidiaries, America's Car Mart Inc and Colonial Auto Finance. It predominantly sells older model used vehicles and provides financing for substantially all of its customers. It earns revenue from the sale of used vehicles and in the majority of the cases a related service contract and an accident protection plan product, as well as interest income and late fees from the related financing.
<h3>Breaking Down America's Car-Mart's Financial Performance</h3>
Revenue Growth: America's Car-Mart displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 January, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 8.72%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
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Gross Margin: The company excels with a remarkable gross margin of 48.0%, indicating superior cost efficiency and profitability compared to its industry peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): America's Car-Mart's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 0.38. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
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Debt Management: America's Car-Mart's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.55.
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/E ratio of 57.17, America's Car-Mart's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 0.31, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): America's Car-Mart's EV/EBITDA ratio of 14.91 exceeds industry averages, indicating a premium valuation in the market
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Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>Illuminating the Importance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach, considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>Essential Transaction Codes Unveiled</h3>
Digging into the details of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their attention to those taking place in the open market, as outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Selling: Adam Peterson Unloads $8.69M Of America's Car-Mart Stock

America's Car-Mart Q4 Sales Volumes Increased By 2.6% YoY To 15,649 Units; For Fiscal 2025 Sales Volumes Decreased 1.7% YoY To 57,022 Units

America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.26 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.86 by 46.51 percent. This is a 2000 percent increase over earnings of $0.06 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $370.17 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $351.85 million by 5.21 percent. This is a 1.51 percent increase over sales of $364.67 million the same period last year.

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America's Car-Mart Q4 EPS $1.26 Beats $0.86 Estimate, Sales $370.17M Beat $351.85M Estimate

U.S. stock futures were trading lower on Thursday after closing lower on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices declined in premarket.
President Donald Trump announced that a new trade agreement with China had been reached, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/06/45882971/wall-street-eyes-record-highs-as-trump-seals-china-deal-soft-inflation-eases-tariff-jitters">pending final signatures</a> from him and Chinese President Xi Jinping. 
Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the Trump administration<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/06/45898040/scott-bessent-signals-willingness-to-extend-tariff-pause-for-good-faith-negotiations-trump-thinks-not-a-necessity"> might extend the current 90-day tariff pause </a>past July 9 for the United States&#8217; major trading partners, provided these partners demonstrate &#8220;good faith&#8221; in their ongoing trade talks.
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.39% and the two-year bond was at 3.92%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 99.8% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its June meeting.
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were lower in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 0.33% at $599.36, while the QQQ declined 0.27% to $530.99, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
U.S. stocks mostly settled lower on Wednesday, but the energy and utilities stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
Materials, communication services, and consumer discretionary stocks recorded the biggest losses. This occurred amid signs of progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations and cooler-than-expected inflation data.
On the economic front, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that annual consumer inflation rose to 2.4% in May, slightly below the 2.5% forecast.
Core inflation held steady at 2.8%, also coming in softer than expected.
Shares of Chewy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) fell 11% after the company reported first-quarter financial results and issued FY25 sales guidance below estimates.
The Dow Jones index ended one point or 0.0026% lower at 42,865.77, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index fell 0.27% to 6,022.24. Nasdaq Composite declined 0.50% to 19,615.88, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, tumbled 0.38% to end at 2,148.23.
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Insights From Analysts:
Analysts at BlackRock detailed their insights on the stock market during their Midyear Forum.
According to its note, their takeaways were &#8220;look through near-term noise; be deliberate about the kinds of risk you're taking; leverage AI; and watch for biases.&#8221;
BlackRock reiterated focusing on the big picture. For all the ups and downs in markets since the start of the year, they agreed that the drivers of the best-performing companies' equity gains have not changed much.
&#8220;Our portfolio managers discussed several other techniques for spotting opportunities. They are leveraging AI to discern the signal from the noise, as well as tracking patterns and sentiment shifts in their own discussions. They also discussed the importance of being aware of and managing behavioral biases, recognizing that people are less likely to take risk when uncertainty is higher,&#8221; the note added.
Meanwhile, after a better-than-expected May inflation print, Ed Yardeni said that &#8220;Trump&#8217;s tariffs might not be as inflationary as feared. In other words, the widely anticipated stagflation scenario remains a no-show.&#8221;
However, the chief economist at LPL Financial, Jeffrey Roach, said, "Surprisingly, new and used vehicle prices declined in May, despite many expecting an increase in prices from tariffs."
According to him, prices for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45899298/automotive-and-apparel-companies-absorbed-tariff-costs-amid-better-than-expected-may-cpi-print-b">apparel and autos</a>, "both highly sensitive to trade conditions, declined in May." Apparel prices also declined in April, indicating that these companies likely "absorbed tariff costs."
"But don&#8217;t expect that to continue," he added.
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Thursday:
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<li>The initial jobless claims data for the week ended June 7 and the headline and core producer price index data for May will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>America&#8217;s CAR-MART Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) was up 2.01% in premarket on Thursday as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 96 cents per share on revenue of $351.85 million, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>) rose 0.28% ahead of its earnings, which are supposed to be released after the closing bell. Analysts expect earnings of $4.96 per share on revenue of $5.79 billion.</li>
<li>RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>) fell 0.55% as analysts expect it to report a quarterly loss of 9 cents per share on revenue of $818.12 million after the closing bell.</li>
<li>Lovesac Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOVE#NASDAQ">LOVE</a>) advanced 3.07% ahead of its earnings, which are supposed to be released before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly loss of 71 cents per share, on revenue of $137.47 million.</li>
<li>Oxford Industries Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXM#NYSE">OXM</a>) dropped 9.05% after reporting in-line earnings for the first quarter and issuing second-quarter earnings guidance below estimates. Also, the company lowered its FY25 guidance.</li>
<li>Oracle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) jumped 7.61% after reporting better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issuing upbeat outlook commentary.</li>
<li>Intensity Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTS#NASDAQ">INTS</a>) slumped 47.84% after announcing a proposed public offering of its common stock.</li>
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Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading lower in the early New York session by 1.41% to hover around $67.19 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar rose 0.15% to hover around $3,360.25 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.52% at the 98.1210 level.
Asian markets ended lower on Thursday except South Korea's Kospi index. China&#8217;s CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, Australia's ASX 200, Japan's Nikkei 225, and India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex indices fell. European markets were lower in early trade.
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.86 per share on revenue of $343.50 million. 
• Lovesac (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOVE#NASDAQ">LOVE</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.84 per share on revenue of $136.05 million. 
• Global X Guru Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GURU#NYSE">GURU</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.05 per share on revenue of $8.42 million. 
• Uxin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UXIN#NASDAQ">UXIN</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Yiren Digital (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YRD#NYSE">YRD</a>) is expected to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Hooker Furnishings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOFT#NASDAQ">HOFT</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.15 per share on revenue of $88.87 million. 
• Tuniu (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOUR#NASDAQ">TOUR</a>) is likely to report earnings for its first quarter. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.07 per share on revenue of $818.57 million. 
• Nano Dimension (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNDM#NASDAQ">NNDM</a>) is likely to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Zedge (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZDGE#AMEX">ZDGE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.02 per share on revenue of $6.74 million. 
• Adobe (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $4.97 per share on revenue of $5.80 billion. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Wednesday.
U.S. stocks settled mostly lower on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq Composite falling around 100 points during the session amid signs of progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations and cooler-than-expected inflation data.
President Donald Trump announced that a new trade agreement with China had been reached, pending final signatures from him and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
On the economic front, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that annual consumer inflation rose to 2.4% in May, slightly below the 2.5% forecast. Core inflation held steady at 2.8%, also coming in softer than expected.
Shares of Chewy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) fell 11% on Wednesday after the company reported first-quarter financial results and issued FY25 sales guidance below estimates.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with materials, communication services and consumer discretionary stocks recording the biggest losses on Wednesday. However, energy and utilities stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
The Dow Jones closed lower by around 1 point to 42,865.77 on Wednesday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 0.27% to 6,022.24, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 0.50% at 19,615.88 during Wednesday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from America&#8217;s Car-Mart Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>), Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>) and RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>) today.
What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?
At a current reading of 62.1, the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Wednesday, versus a prior reading of 63.6.
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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America&#8217;s Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) will release its fourth-quarter financial results <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRMT/earnings">before the opening bell on Thursday, June 12.</a>
Analysts expect the Rogers, Arkansas-based company to report quarterly earnings at 86 cents per share, up from 6 cents per share in the year-ago period. America&#8217;s Car-Mart projects quarterly revenue of $343.5 million, compared to $364.67 million a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On May 30, America&#8217;s Car-Mart completed $216 million term securitization.
America&#8217;s Car-Mart shares gained 3.5% to close at $57.74 on Wednesday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/crmt/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Kyle Joseph initiated coverage on the stock with an Equal-Weight and a price target of $61 on Nov. 13, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 61%.</li>
<li>BTIG analyst Vincent Caintic initiated coverage on the stock with a Neutral rating on June 7, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 49%.</li>
<li>B of A Securities analyst John Murphy maintained an Underperform rating and cut the price target from $55 to $50 on April 10, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 53%.</li>
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Considering buying CRMT stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Top Wall Street Forecasters Revamp America's Car-Mart Expectations Ahead Of Q4 Earnings

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<li>Oxford Industries Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXM#NYSE">OXM</a>) reported in-line earnings for the first quarter and issued second-quarter earnings guidance below estimates. Also, the company lowered its FY25 guidance. Oxford shares tumbled 8.5% to $45.80 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
<li>Analysts are expecting Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>) to post quarterly earnings at $4.96 per share on revenue of $5.79 billion. The company will release earnings after the markets close. Adobe shares gained 0.4% to $414.40 in after-hours trading.</li>
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Oracle, Adobe And 3 Stocks To Watch Heading Into Thursday

America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-06-12. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect America's Car-Mart to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.75.
Anticipation surrounds America's Car-Mart'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>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.22, leading to a 0.16% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at America's Car-Mart's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<td>0.89</td>
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<td>0.37</td>
<td>-0.24</td>
<td>-0.15</td>
<td>0.06</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
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<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of America's Car-Mart were trading at $55.79 as of June 10. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 7.47%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
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An Overview of America's Car-Mart's Earnings

In a new SEC filing on June 9, it was unveiled that Collins, Chief Financial Officer at America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>), acquired stock options for 11,880 shares.
What Happened: In a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000799850/000168316825004345//Archives/edgar/data/799850/000168316825004345/0001683168-25-004345-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday, Collins, Chief Financial Officer at America's Car-Mart, acquired stock options for 11,880 shares of CRMT. These options provide Collins with the right to purchase the company's stock at $51.95 per share.
As of Tuesday morning, America's Car-Mart shares are down by 0.0%, with a current price of $54.75. This implies that Collins's 11,880 shares have a value of $33,263.
<h3>About America's Car-Mart</h3>
America's Car-Mart Inc is an automotive retailer in the U.S. focused exclusively on the Integrated Auto Sales and Finance segment of the used car market. The company's operations are principally conducted through its two operating subsidiaries, America's Car Mart Inc and Colonial Auto Finance. It predominantly sells older model used vehicles and provides financing for substantially all of its customers. It earns revenue from the sale of used vehicles and in the majority of the cases a related service contract and an accident protection plan product, as well as interest income and late fees from the related financing.
<h3>Financial Insights: America's Car-Mart</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, America's Car-Mart showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 8.72% as of 31 January, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Navigating Financial Profits:
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Gross Margin: The company maintains a high gross margin of 48.0%, indicating strong cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
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Earnings per Share (EPS): With an EPS below industry norms, America's Car-Mart exhibits below-average bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.38.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: America's Car-Mart's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.55.
Analyzing Market Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current Price to Earnings ratio of 54.21 is higher than the industry average, indicating the stock is priced at a premium level according to the market sentiment.
</li>
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 0.29 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for America's Car-Mart's stock in relation to sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Boasting an EV/EBITDA ratio of 14.63, America's Car-Mart demonstrates a robust market valuation, outperforming industry benchmarks.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>The Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however, they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>A Deep Dive into Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
When dissecting transactions, the focal point for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> is often those occurring in the open market, meticulously detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Jonathan Collins Backs Up Beliefs With A Notable Acquisition Of America's Car-Mart Stock Options Worth $33K

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On May 8, 2025, America's Car-Mart Appointed Jonathan Collins As Chief Financial Officer, Effective May 12, 2025

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Shares of retail stocks are trading higher after the US and China agreed to a temporary reduction in most tariffs on each other's goods. A reduction in tariffs could alleviate supply chain uncertainty and macroeconomic uncertainty and help boost consumer sentiment.

America's Car-Mart Jonathan Collins To Assume Role Of CFO; Succeeds Vickie Judy

In a new SEC filing on May 6, it was unveiled that Buba, Board Member at America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>), acquired stock options for 19,514 shares.
What Happened: Buba, Board Member at America's Car-Mart, engaged in a derivative transaction according to a Form 4 filing on Tuesday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000799850/000168316825003151//Archives/edgar/data/799850/000168316825003151/0001683168-25-003151-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. This involved the acquisition of stock options for 19,514 shares of CRMT, providing the right to purchase the company's stock at an exercise price of $47.84 per share.
The Tuesday morning update indicates America's Car-Mart shares down by 0.0%, currently priced at $48.05. At this value, Buba's 19,514 shares are worth $4,097.
<h3>Delving into America's Car-Mart's Background</h3>
America's Car-Mart Inc is an automotive retailer in the U.S. focused exclusively on the Integrated Auto Sales and Finance segment of the used car market. The company's operations are principally conducted through its two operating subsidiaries, America's Car Mart Inc and Colonial Auto Finance. It predominantly sells older model used vehicles and provides financing for substantially all of its customers. It earns revenue from the sale of used vehicles and in the majority of the cases a related service contract and an accident protection plan product, as well as interest income and late fees from the related financing.
<h3>America's Car-Mart's Financial Performance</h3>
Revenue Growth: America's Car-Mart's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 January, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.72%. This indicates a substantial 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 Consumer Discretionary sector.
Interpreting Earnings Metrics:
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<li>
Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 48.0%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): America's Car-Mart's EPS is below the industry average, signaling challenges in bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.38.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.55.
Understanding Financial Valuation:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current Price to Earnings ratio of 47.57 is higher than the industry average, indicating the stock is priced at a premium level according to the market sentiment.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a P/S ratio of 0.26 below industry standards, the stock shows potential undervaluation, making it an appealing investment option for those focusing on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an impressive EV/EBITDA ratio of 14.01, America's Car-Mart demonstrates exemplary market valuation, surpassing industry averages.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insider transactions contribute to decision-making but should be supplemented by a comprehensive investment analysis.
In the realm of legality, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Notably, when a company insider makes a new purchase, it is considered an indicator of their positive expectations for the stock.
Conversely, insider sells may not necessarily signal a bearish stance on the stock and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Deciphering Transaction Codes in Insider Filings</h3>
When it comes to transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> tend to focus on those in the open market, detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Jonathan Buba Expands Holdings With America's Car-Mart Stock Options Worth $4K

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While Amazon continues to refine its <a href="https://www.autonews.com/retail/hyundai-will-sell-cars-amazon-2024/">new car-shopping platform</a> with customers and dealers in certain U.S. markets, the online retail giant is already eying its next endeavor: used cars.

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It was revealed in a recent SEC filing that JOSHUA WELCH, Director at America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) made a noteworthy insider purchase on March 12,.
What Happened: WELCH made a significant move by purchasing 12,000 shares of America's Car-Mart as reported in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000799850/000168316825001553//Archives/edgar/data/799850/000168316825001553/0001683168-25-001553-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction's total worth stands at $509,165.
America's Car-Mart shares are trading up 6.18% at $47.77 at the time of this writing on Thursday morning.
<h3>Delving into America's Car-Mart's Background</h3>
America's Car-Mart Inc is an automotive retailer in the U.S. focused exclusively on the Integrated Auto Sales and Finance segment of the used car market. The company's operations are principally conducted through its two operating subsidiaries, America's Car Mart Inc and Colonial Auto Finance. It predominantly sells older model used vehicles and provides financing for substantially all of its customers. It earns revenue from the sale of used vehicles and in the majority of the cases a related service contract and an accident protection plan product, as well as interest income and late fees from the related financing.
<h3>Breaking Down America's Car-Mart's Financial Performance</h3>
Revenue Growth: America's Car-Mart's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 January, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.72%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Profitability Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company maintains a high gross margin of 48.0%, indicating strong cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): America's Car-Mart's EPS is below the industry average, signaling challenges in bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.38.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: America's Car-Mart's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.55, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current Price to Earnings ratio of 44.54 is higher than the industry average, indicating the stock is priced at a premium level according to the market sentiment.
</li>
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 0.24, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): America's Car-Mart's EV/EBITDA ratio stands at 13.73, surpassing industry benchmarks. This places the company in a position with a higher-than-average market valuation.
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</ul>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>Why Insider Transactions Are Key in Investment Decisions</h3>
While insider transactions should not be the sole basis for making investment decisions, they can play a significant role in an investor's decision-making process.
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">Investors</a> prefer focusing on transactions that take place in the open market, indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A indicates grant, award or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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509K Reasons To Be Bullish On America's Car-Mart Stock

On March 12, a substantial insider purchase was made by Jonathan Buba, Board Member at America's Car-Mart (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: In a Form 4 filing on Wednesday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000799850/000168316825001554//Archives/edgar/data/799850/000168316825001554/0001683168-25-001554-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>, it was disclosed that Buba bought 100,000 shares of America's Car-Mart, amounting to a total of $4,383,505.
America's Car-Mart shares are trading up 6.18% at $47.77 at the time of this writing on Thursday morning.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind America's Car-Mart</h3>
America's Car-Mart Inc is an automotive retailer in the U.S. focused exclusively on the Integrated Auto Sales and Finance segment of the used car market. The company's operations are principally conducted through its two operating subsidiaries, America's Car Mart Inc and Colonial Auto Finance. It predominantly sells older model used vehicles and provides financing for substantially all of its customers. It earns revenue from the sale of used vehicles and in the majority of the cases a related service contract and an accident protection plan product, as well as interest income and late fees from the related financing.
<h3>America's Car-Mart: Delving into Financials</h3>
Revenue Growth: America's Car-Mart's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 January, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.72%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Analyzing Profitability Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company sets a benchmark with a high gross margin of 48.0%, reflecting superior cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): America's Car-Mart's EPS is below the industry average, signaling challenges in bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.38.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: America's Car-Mart's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.55, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Valuation Metrics:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: America's Car-Mart's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 44.54 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment.
</li>
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 0.24 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for America's Car-Mart's stock in relation to sales performance.
</li>
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an impressive EV/EBITDA ratio of 13.73, America's Car-Mart demonstrates exemplary market valuation, surpassing industry averages.
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</ul>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
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<h3>The Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
Insider transactions contribute to decision-making but should be supplemented by a comprehensive investment analysis.
In the realm of legality, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Notably, when a company insider makes a new purchase, it is considered an indicator of their positive expectations for the stock.
Conversely, insider sells may not necessarily signal a bearish stance on the stock and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Navigating the World of Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones falling over 500 points on Thursday.
Shares of BJ&#8217;s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BJ#NYSE">BJ</a>) rose sharply during Thursday's session after the company reported better-than-expected <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/03/44165337/bjs-wholesale-club-posts-q4-earnings-above-street-view-due-to-strong-membership-fee">fourth-quarter financial results</a>.
The company reported a fourth-quarter revenue decline of 1.4% year-on-year to $5.28 billion, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $5.27 billion. Adjusted EPS of 93 cents beat the consensus estimate of 87 cents.
Workday shares jumped 13.1% to $113.15 on Thursday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MYE#NYSE">MYE</a>) shares surged 25.3% to $12.20 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TREE#NASDAQ">TREE</a>) shares jumped 25% to $50.35 after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Studio City International Holdings Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSC#NYSE">MSC</a>) gained 18.6% to $3.2750.</li>
<li>America&#8217;s Car-Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRMT#NASDAQ">CRMT</a>) rose 16.9% to $44.85 after the company reported upbeat quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>John Wiley &amp; Sons, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLY#NYSE">WLY</a>) gained 13.5% to $43.03 following better-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) rose 9.9% to $260.50 after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Veeva Systems Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEEV#NYSE">VEEV</a>) gained 9% to $239.73 after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issued first-quarter guidance above estimates.</li>
<li>Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VKTX#NASDAQ">VKTX</a>) rose 6.8% to $29.84.</li>
<li>Polaris Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PII#NYSE">PII</a>) gained 4.9% to $43.25.</li>
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