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Oil prices and the war in the Middle East once again gripped the regular trading day today, and once again investors marched back up from deep red levels to something more respectable: the Dow closed down -784 points, -1.61% (but had dragged down another -1200 points in afternoon trading), the S&P 500 was -38 points, -0.56%, the Nasdaq -58, -0.26% and the small-cap Russell 2000 lost -51 points, -1.95%.
Oil prices, based on fears Iran could close off the Strait of Hormuz, jumped to their highest levels since July of 2024: WTI +$81 and Brent crude +$85 per barrel (bbl). Considering this pathway is responsible for 20 million barrels of oil per day, this could be a significant development in the ongoing struggles. I mean, we could wring Venezuela dry and still not come up with 20 million bbl per day.
Earnings Reports After the Bell: COST, GAP, MRVL
CostcoCOST posted its fourth-straight quarterly earnings beat after today’s closing bell, with $4.58 per share outpacing estimates by 3 cents and revenues of $69.6 billion bettering the $69.24 billion anticipated for the quarter, and growing +9.1% year over year. Later Lunar and Chinese New Years helped bolster its Other International Sales +18%, as compared to +5.2% in the U.S. Shares are down slightly on the news, but still +14% year to date.
Gap Inc.GAP only met estimates on its Q4 bottom line report today, at $0.45 per share, while coming in slightly below expectations on its top line: $4.2 billion versus $4.24 billion in the Zacks consensus. Gross Margins fell -80 basis points (bps) year over year to +38.1%. Flagship Gap stores performed fine, +7% in the quarter, but Athleta hit the skids, -10%. Shares have, as well, in late trading — down -9.5% and swinging the stock into negative territory year to date.
Chip-maker Marvell Technology MRVL notched slight beats on both top and bottom lines this afternoon in its Q4 earnings report. Earnings of $0.80 per share outpaced estimates by a penny, while revenues of $2.22 billion surpassed the Zacks consensus of $2.20 billion. Gross Margin guidance for the current quarter averages near +59%, and investors are taking shares up +8% in late trading on the news (still -3% year to date).
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Globus Medical continues to gain from surging demand for its Musculoskeletal Solutions products. Meanwhile, the company is expanding in the overseas markets through the expansion of direct and distributors sales force.
Robust adoption, driven by high demand for 5G design and test solutions primarily from telecom vendors, and a strong pipeline for new business bookings are key catalysts.
Strayer and Capella Universities’ adaptable educational programs, alongside growth in Sophia Learning subscriptions, are likely to boost the company’s prospects.
Agnico Eagle is reinvesting in its assets to expand output. It is making good progress with its key growth projects. The merger with Kirkland also created big opportunities. Higher gold prices will also drive margins.
Northern Trust’s rising revenues are aided by steady loan growth. Expense management initiatives assist in improving its operating leverage. Decent liquidity aids capital distribution activities.
TE Connectivity’s harsh-environment application business and industrial solutions are positives. Secular trends in autonomous driving systems and infotainment areas are tailwinds.
Brown-Forman anticipates a challenging operating environment in fiscal 2026 with limited visibility, driven by ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty.
The Kraft Heinz Company faces ongoing volume weakness, margin pressure and significant Indonesia-related disruptions, intensifying concerns over growth and earnings stability.
Tractor Supply has been reeling under rising selling, general, and administrative costs for a while now. SG&A, as a percentage of sales, rose 6% year over year in fourth-quarter 2025.
American Eagle remains well placed on the back of cost-reduction efforts and brand progress. In addition, its Powering Profitable Growth plan bodes well.
Broadcom is a leading player in the semiconductor market based on its expanding product portfolio, multiple target markets, accretive acquisitions and strong cash flow.
Strength in the Energy Generation/Storage business, balance sheet strength, and focus on autonomous driving, robotics and artificial intelligence are set to drive Tesla.
AT&T is witnessing early momentum in its core market areas driven by strength in 5G and fiber, as it aims to better harness edge computing capabilities with core business focus.
Align Technology’s robust product line, balanced growth across all channels and consistent focus on international markets to drive growth bolster our confidence in the stock.
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