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MSCI Inc reported a 14.8% year-on-year revenue growth for fiscal Q1, missing consensus estimates. Adjusted EPS exceeded expectations. The stock dipped following the results, with a 12.90% decrease in share price. Operating margins declined, and the company noted unusual client events impacting cancellations. MSCI reiterated its FY24 outlook, maintaining previous guidance on operating expenses, capex, and free cash flow. The company is also featured in IShares U.S. Broker-Dealers & Securities Exchanges ETF and Sterling Capital Focus Equity ETF.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

April 23, 2024 | 3:28 pm

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Globe Life Inc. has engaged the law firm Wilmer Hale to conduct a thorough review of assertions made by a short seller. The announcement was made during a conference call, indicating the company's proactive approach to addressing and investigating the claims made against it.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 23, 2024 | 3:25 pm

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The Arora Report indicates profitable hedges and semiconductor stabilization after a 17% drop, highlighting the sector's leading role and its central position in the AI revolution. Notable earnings from General Motors and Cadence Design Systems show mixed signals for the market. Early trade money flows are positive for several tech giants, neutral for Apple, and mixed for major ETFs. The article also discusses strategies for protection bands and portfolio adjustments in the current market environment.

Portfolio Pulse from The Arora Report

April 23, 2024 | 3:25 pm

CVNA

A significant options trade was observed for Carvana (CVNA), involving a sweep of 250 May 17 $105 call options at $1.38 each, with the stock reference price at $75.41. This activity compares to an open interest of 657 for these options.

Portfolio Pulse from Charles Gross

April 23, 2024 | 3:24 pm

CVNA

A significant option trade was observed for Carvana (CVNA), involving a sweep of 611 May 17 $95 call options at $2.421 each, with the stock reference price at $75.0999. This compares to an open interest of 1520 for these options.

Portfolio Pulse from Charles Gross

April 23, 2024 | 3:20 pm

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Xerox Holdings Corp (NASDAQ: XRX) reported a significant decline in its fiscal first-quarter 2024 sales, missing analyst expectations with a 12.4% year-on-year decrease to $1.50 billion versus the consensus of $1.53 billion. Adjusted EPS also fell short at $0.06 compared to the expected $0.35. The company saw a decrease in equipment sales by 25.8% and post-sale revenue by 8.5%, with gross margin and operating income also declining. Despite these results, Xerox reiterated its FY24 revenue and free cash flow guidance. XRX shares dropped 10.8% following the announcement. Investors can also gain exposure to Xerox through ProShares Trust ProShares Metaverse ETF (NYSE: VERS) and Direxion Work From Home ETF (NYSE: WFH).

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

April 23, 2024 | 3:19 pm

HRI

Herc Holdings Inc (NYSE:HRI) shares surged after reporting a 9% year-on-year sales growth to $804 million in Q1 FY24, surpassing analyst expectations. The increase was driven by a $65 million rise in equipment rental revenue, attributed to positive pricing and volume growth. Adjusted EBITDA rose by 10%, with margins expanding to 42.2%. Adjusted EPS of $2.36 also beat estimates. The company reaffirmed its 2024 outlook, targeting 7-10% equipment rental revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA of $1.55 to $1.60 billion.

Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan

April 23, 2024 | 3:16 pm

SSD

Simpson Manufacturing shares are trading lower due to worse-than-expected Q1 financial results.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 23, 2024 | 3:16 pm

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TOL

Homebuilder stocks are experiencing an uptick due to PulteGroup's strong earnings report and positive new home sales data, indicating a robust demand in the housing market.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 23, 2024 | 3:15 pm

WRB

W.R. Berkley's stock price has declined following the release of their Q1 earnings report.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

April 23, 2024 | 3:12 pm