Yahoo Finance Rambus and Hibbett Sports have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
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Chicago, IL – June 5, 2023 – Zacks Equity Research shares Rambus RMBS as the Bull of the Day and Hibbett Sports HIBB as the Bear of the Day. In addition, Zacks Equity Research provides analysis on Salesforce CRM, VeriSign VRSN and Dassault Systemes DASTY.
Here is a synopsis of all five stocks:
Bull of the Day:
The latest craze to hit the market this year is Artificial Intelligence, AI. The ground-breaking technology is causing not just ripples, but seismic waves across the market. It has helped kickoff a rally that sent NVIDIA through the roof. It is also bleeding over to many other names in the semiconductor industry. Among them, is today’s Bull of the Day.
Today’s Bull of the Day is Rambus. Rambus is an American technology company that designs, develops, and licenses chip interface technologies and architectures used in digital electronic products. The company's primary business model is based on developing and licensing intellectual property related to memory technologies for semiconductors, which are then used in consumer, enterprise, and industrial applications.
Currently, Rambus is a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). The reason for the favorable Zacks Rank is that recent earnings estimate revisions have been coming into the upside. Over the last thirty days, analysts have pushed up their estimates for the current year and next year. The bullish moves have increased our Zacks Consensus Estimates for the current year from $1.74 to $1.78 while next year’s numbers are up from $2.04 to $2.21.
That represents earnings growth of 1.71% this year, swelling to 24.16% for next year. That comes on revenue growth of 4.87% for the current year and 18.7% for next year.
Taking a look at the Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Chart, you can see the consistent year-over-year moves higher in both the price and the earnings. Earnings growth has been not only solid since 2020, but there has been a pretty consistent move higher in those estimates throughout the course of the year. FY2024 estimates now seem to be taking off, helping pull the price along with it.
Bear of the Day:
Retailers, specifically those having to do with athletics, have been coming under pressure. Earnings estimates have been squeezed to the downside, input prices have been rising, and the overall outlook has taken a turn for the worse. It should come as no surprise then, that’s today’s Bear of the Day is in this industry.
The Bear of the Day is Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) Hibbett Sports. Hibbett, Inc. together with its subsidiaries, engages in the retail of athletic-inspired fashion products in the United States. Its stores offer a range of merchandise, including athletic footwear, athletic and fashion apparel, team sports equipment, and related accessories. The company operates Hibbett stores, City Gear stores, and Sports Additions athletic shoe stores. It also sells its products through online channels.
Over the course of the last 30 days, four analysts have cut their earnings estimates for the current year while four have also done so for next year. The bearish moves have dropped our Zacks Consensus Estimates for the current year from $10.18 to $7.88 while next year’s number is down from $11.01 to $9.04.
That means that the current year Zacks Consensus Estimate is calling for an 18% contraction in earnings this year. That number is expected to grow by 14.78% for next year. That’s on 2.14% revenue growth this year and 5.48% revenue growth for next year.
The Retail – Apparel and Shoes industry ranks in the Bottom 15% of our Zacks Industry Rank.
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Salesforce Offers Limited Near-Term Upside: 2 Stocks to Buy Instead
Salesforce, the customer relationship management software giant, reported earnings on Thursday after the market close. Although CRM beat earnings handily, raised guidance, and returned cash to shareholders the stock sold off, nonetheless.
After rallying close to 60% YTD, completing a major restructuring, and dramatically boosting profits, it seems Salesforce may have been priced to perfection. With so much good news discounted in the stock price, it may be time for CRM to take a break.
· Earnings: $1.69 per share, adjusted, vs. $1.61 per share as expected by analysts
· Revenue: $8.25 billion, vs. $8.18 billion as expected by analysts
· Returned $2.1 Billion in First Quarter to Stockholders through Share Buybacks
Salesforce is a member of the Software industry, which currently ranks in the top 46% of the Zacks Industry Rank. It has been extremely strong YTD, so we know there are other stocks investors can rotate into if they are ready to take profits in CRM.
Two stocks that boast strong long-term performance, that also currently have superior earnings revision trends are VeriSign and Dassault Systemes. VeriSign has averaged an annualized return of 15.7% over the last 20 years, and Dassault Systemes 14.4% over that same period.
VeriSign
VeriSign is a leading provider of domain name registry services and internet infrastructure solutions. With a focus on managing the stability and security of the DNS infrastructure, VeriSign ensures the reliable functioning of .com and .net domain names. By leveraging advanced technologies and offering additional services like DDoS protection, VeriSign plays a crucial role in maintaining a secure online environment and enabling seamless internet accessibility.
VeriSign has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating upward trending earnings revisions. Current quarter earnings have been revised higher by nearly 2% and are expected to grow 10.4% YoY and FY23 earnings have been upgraded by 2.7%, with estimates of 10.9% YoY growth.
VRSN has done almost nothing over the last five years, trading in a large range. The stock made a huge run up from 2011 to 2019, more than 10’xing over that time.
Now that VRSN has had some time to cool off, and grow into its valuation, it should be ready for another bull run soon. Moreover, the presence of catalysts driving positive earnings revisions and an attractive valuation further contribute to the breakout potential.
VRSN is trading at a one-year forward earnings multiple of 32x, which is above the industry average of 30x, and below its five-year median of 37x. This below average valuation could draw in buyers looking for undervalued tech stocks.
Dassault Systemes
Dassault Systemes is a renowned global leader in 3D design, engineering, and collaborative software solutions. The company, founded in 1981 and headquartered in France, offers a comprehensive portfolio of innovative products and services that cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and life sciences.
Dassault Systemes' flagship software, CATIA, is widely recognized as a leading design and modeling tool, while its other offerings, such as SOLIDWORKS and SIMULIA, provide advanced simulation and virtual testing capabilities. With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainable innovation, Dassault Systemes empowers businesses to enhance their product development processes, improve efficiency, and drive meaningful customer experiences.
Through its cutting-edge technologies and industry expertise, DASTY continues to shape the future of design and engineering, enabling companies to stay at the forefront of their respective sectors.
Dassault Systemes has seen near unanimous upgrades in its earnings estimates, earning it a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Current quarter earnings have been upgraded by 11% and are expected to grow 7% YoY. FY23 earnings have been revised 9% higher and are expected to climb 9% YoY.
Additionally, current quarter sales are expected to grow 8.8% YoY and FY23 sales are projected to grow 10% YoY. These are extremely steady numbers for a $60 billion company.
DASTY is trading at a one-year forward earnings multiple of 37.5x, which is above the industry average, and in line with its 10-year median. Dassault Systemes clearly trades at a premium valuation; however, it is for good reason.
Dassault Systemes’ applications are the leader in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and Engineering software. It is estimated that it owns the largest share in the market at 17% and increased that share by 8.3% over the last year. DASTY has over 300,000 customers in more than 140 countries.
Bottom Line
There is no doubt that Salesforce is a powerhouse in the stock market, but with the incredible run it has gone on, it may be time to look for value elsewhere. With its mixed earnings revisions, and limited bullish catalysts, investors may want to proceed with caution in holding the software giant.
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