Intuit, Star Bulk Carriers, Leidos And A Big Retailer On CNBC's 'Final Trades'
Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor
Walmart Inc. (WMT) reported better-than-expected Q4 financial results, with a 5.7% year-over-year net sales growth and an adjusted EPS of $1.80, surpassing consensus estimates. The company also announced the acquisition of VIZIO Holding Corp (VZIO) for approximately $2.3 billion. Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (SBLK) exceeded earnings estimates and raised their dividend. Leidos Holdings, Inc. (LDOS) reported an 8% year-over-year revenue growth in Q4, with an adjusted EPS of $1.99, beating consensus. Intuit Inc. (INTU) reported an 11% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2, with adjusted earnings of $2.63 per share, exceeding analyst estimates.

February 26, 2024 | 1:56 pm
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Intuit reported an 11% year-over-year increase in Q2 revenue, with adjusted earnings of $2.63 per share, beating analyst estimates.
Intuit's strong Q2 performance, with revenue growth and earnings surpassing estimates, indicates robust business momentum, likely to positively impact its stock price.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 80
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Leidos reported an 8% year-over-year revenue growth in Q4, with an adjusted EPS of $1.99, surpassing consensus estimates.
Leidos' better-than-expected financial results reflect strong operational performance, likely to have a positive impact on its stock price in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 80
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Star Bulk Carriers exceeded earnings estimates and raised their dividend, indicating strong financial health.
Exceeding earnings estimates and raising dividends are strong indicators of financial health and operational efficiency, likely to positively influence Star Bulk Carriers' stock price.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 80
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VIZIO Holding Corp is being acquired by Walmart for approximately $2.3 billion, at $11.50 per share in cash.
The acquisition by Walmart at a premium price suggests a positive outlook for VIZIO's shareholders and is likely to have a positive short-term impact on its stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 100
RELEVANCE 100
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Walmart reported strong Q4 results, surpassing consensus estimates, and announced the acquisition of VIZIO for $2.3 billion.
Walmart's better-than-expected earnings and strategic acquisition of VIZIO indicate strong performance and growth prospects, likely to positively impact its stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 90