Investor Watch: Key Stocks to Monitor as Markets Open on Thursday
Today's market open sees U.S. stock futures slightly dipping, yet several notable companies are poised to capture the attention of investors. Among those garnering focus are USFD, DIS, WYNN, HUBS, and BDX, each presenting their own news and financial figures that could sway market movements.
US Foods Holding Corp. USFD Earnings in Focus
Analysts have set their expectations for USFD as the company prepares to unveil its quarterly earnings. Forecasts suggest an earnings per share (EPS) of 69 cents on a substantial revenue of $9.11 billion, with announcements scheduled before the market rings its opening bell. Situated in Rosemont, Illinois, USFD narrowly saw its shares slip by 1.4% to a close of $41.08 on Wednesday.
The Walt Disney Company DIS Surpasses Expectations
DIS, the diversified multinational media and entertainment mogul, announced a stronger-than-anticipated earnings report for its third quarter on Wednesday. The company disclosed an impressive addition of around 7 million core subscribers to its Disney+ platform during the fourth quarter. In response to the news, DIS shares experienced a 3.3% uptick, reaching $87.28 in after-hours trade.
Wynn Resorts WYNN to Announce Earnings
Investor eyes are on WYNN, the high-end hotel and casino developer headquartered in Paradise, Nevada, as it is slated to report its earnings. Speculations from analysts predict an EPS of 75 cents on a revenue forecast of $1.59 billion for the most recent quarter, with results due post-market close. Riding a wave of positive momentum, WYNN shares climbed 1.4% to $94.15 during after-hours trading.
HubSpot Inc. HUBS Reveals Encouraging Results
HUBS, the CRM cloud-based platform provider from Cambridge, Massachusetts, has disclosed positive outcomes for its third quarter. The results led to a surge in HUBS shares by 6.8%, pushing them to $472.00 in the after-hours session.
Forecast for Becton, Dickinson and Company BDX
BDX, the American multinational conglomerate specializing in medical technology, is on deck to present its quarterly earnings. Analyst expectations hover at an EPS of $3.43 with projected revenues of $5.02 billion before the day kicks off. Despite the anticipation, BDX shares witnessed a modest decline of 1.1% to $253.00 following the close of after-hours trading.
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