Yum! Brands, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops, operates, and franchises quick service restaurants worldwide. The company operates through the KFC Division, the Taco Bell Division, the Pizza Hut Division, and the Habit Burger Grill Division segments. It also operates restaurants under the KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and The Habit Burger Grill brands, which specialize in chicken, pizza, made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches, Mexican-style food categories, and other food products. The company was formerly known as TRICON Global Restaurants, Inc. and changed its name to Yum! Brands, Inc. in May 2002. Yum! Brands, Inc. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.

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In early trading on Thursday, shares of Royal Caribbean Group topped the list of the day's best performing components of the S&P 500 index, trading up 4.8%. Year to date, Royal Caribbean Group registers a 18.3% gain.
And the worst performing S&P 500 component thus far on the day is Oracle, trading down 14.7%. Oracle is showing a gain of 14.2% looking at the year to date performance.
Two other components making moves today are Robinhood Markets, trading down 4.3%, and Yum! Brands, trading up 4.1% on the day.
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U.S. retail sales slowed in October as higher prices, which were largely due to President Donald Trump’s tariffs, barred consumers from spending freely. Inflation continues to be high, and consumers have been spending cautiously.
However, consumers continued to spend aggressively on dining out amid this uncertainty. Sales at restaurants and drinking places rose in September and are likely to grow further during the ongoing holiday season.
Given this situation, it would be ideal to invest in restaurant stocks with a strong online presence. We have selected three stocks, namely, Yum China Holdings YUM, BJ's Restaurants, Inc. BJRI and El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. LOCO.
These stocks have seen positive earnings estimate revisions in the past 60 days and are set for solid returns.
Restaurant Sales Rise
Sales at food services and drinking places totaled $88.5 billion in September, increasing 0.7% sequentially and 5.7% from year-ago levels, the Commerce Department said last month. This came as retail sales slowed in September, increasing just 0.2% month over month after jumping 1% in August. Restaurant sales are the only services component in the retail sales report.
Retail sales have slowed as consumers tend to spend less owing to higher commodity prices. Part of the rise in prices is being triggered by Trump’s new tariffs, which have raised concerns about a slowing economy.
However, consumers are still spending aggressively on dining out. Investors are worried about a shrinking labor market, but inflation has somewhat eased over the past few months, which saw the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points each in September and October.
Investors are also expecting another quarter percentage point rate cut in December. Markets are pricing in an 87.6% chance of a 25-basis-point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December, according to the CME FedWatch Tool.
Also, the holiday season has started on a positive note and restaurant sales are likely to get a boost. A rate cut coupled with expectations of higher spending during the holiday season bodes well for the restaurant industry.
3 Restaurant Stocks With Upside
Yum China Holdings
Yum China Holdings operates both company-owned and franchised restaurants. YUMC’s brands include The KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. The company also owns East Dawning, Little Sheep and COFFii & JOY.
Yum China Holdings’ expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 11.3%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 1.7% over the past 90 days. YUMC has a Zacks Rank #3 currently.
BJ's Restaurants, Inc.
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. owns and operates a chain of high-end casual dining restaurants in the United States. BJRI’s menu offers a wide range of dining options, including everyday lunch and dinner, special occasions and late-night business.
BJ's Restaurants’ expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 49%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 0.9% over the past 60 days. Currently, BJRI has a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiary, develops, franchises, licenses and operates quick-service restaurants under the name El Pollo Loco. LOCO specializes in flame-grilled chicken in a variety of contemporary Mexican-influenced entrees, including specialty chicken burritos, chicken quesadillas, chicken tortilla soup, Pollo Bowls and Pollo Salads.
El Pollo Loco Holdings’ expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 6.7%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 3.2% over the past 60 days. LOCO currently carries a Zacks Rank #1.
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025
The Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Microsoft Corp. (MSFT), Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) and Eli Lilly and Co. (LLY). These research reports have been hand-picked from the roughly 70 reports published by our analyst team today.
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Microsoft’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Computer - Software industry over the year-to-date period (+17.8% vs. +13.3%). The company’s fiscal first-quarter 20256 results demonstrate robust fundamental strength, with earnings and revenue exceeding expectations driven by cloud and AI business momentum alongside Copilot adoption.
Azure's 40% growth and $392 billion commercial remaining performance obligation signal sustained demand, while diversified revenue streams across productivity software, cloud infrastructure, and gaming provide stability. The expanded OpenAI partnership securing $250 billion in additional Azure commitments reinforces long-term AI leadership. The Zacks analyst expect’s fiscal 2026 net sales to grow 15.1% from fiscal 2025.
However, capacity constraints through fiscal year-end limit immediate revenue capture despite strong demand. Management's guidance for flat operating margins and continued infrastructure investments indicate profitability headwinds.
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Shares of Amazon.com have gained +2.6% over the year-to-date period against the Zacks Internet - Commerce industry’s gain of +10.1%. The company reported strong third-quarter results earnings of $1.95 per share beating estimates by 23% and revenue of $180.1 billion growing 13.4% year-over-year. AWS revenue rose 20.2% to $33 billion, though lagging competitors' cloud growth rates of 34-40%.
Amazon demonstrated pricing power through 24% advertising revenue growth and robust Prime engagement. AI initiatives like Trainium2 show promise and Q4 guidance projects 10-13% sales growth. The Zacks analyst expect’s 2025 net sales to grow 10.6% from 2024.
However, profitability concerns emerged as operating income remained flat at $17.4 billion, impacted by $4.3 billion in special charges. Free cash flow declined sharply to $14.8 billion from $47.7 billion due to aggressive $50.9 billion AI infrastructure investments. Elevated operating expenses and stiff cloud competition are headwinds.
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Eli Lilly’s shares have outperformed the Zacks Large Cap Pharmaceuticals industry over the year-to-date period (+33.4% vs. +16.8%). The company’s Q3 earnings and sales beat estimates. Demand for popular GLP-1 drugs, Mounjaro and Zepbound, remains strong, making them the company’s key top-line drivers.
Launches of these drugs in new international markets and improved supply from ramped-up production have led to strong year-to-date sales in 2025. Lilly’s other new drugs like Kisunla, Omvoh and Jaypirca are also contributing to its top-line growth.
Lilly is also making rapid pipeline progress in obesity and diabetes with oral GLP-1 obesity pill, orforglipron, expected to be launched next year. Declining sales of Trulicity, rising pricing pressure on some drugs and potential competition in the GLP-1 diabetes/obesity market are some top-line headwinds.
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Other noteworthy reports we are featuring today include The Charles Schwab Corp. (SCHW), Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (CNQ) and Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM).
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Humana's (HUM) Solid Medicaid Business Aids, High Costs Ail
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Brown and Brown (BRO) Gains on Acquisitions, Cost Woes Linger
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Smart Water Innovation and Buyouts Fuel Badger Meter's (BMI) Prospects
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Focus on R and D Aids Inspire Medical (INSP) Amid Rising Expenses
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Macy's (M) Pursues Bold New Chapter to Accelerate Long-Term Growth
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Alkermes (ALKS) Rides on Robust Sales Performance of Proprietary Drugs
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Knight-Swift (KNX) to Face Pressure from Elevated Expenses
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Tariff and Macro Economic Uncertainty Ail Harley-Davidson (HOG)
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McDonald's Corporation MCD reported third-quarter 2025 results that reflected ongoing macroeconomic pressures, with adjusted earnings per share declining year over year. Management attributed the earnings dip largely to a higher effective tax rate, even as operating income improved. Still, the quarter underscored the resilience of McDonald’s global business model, supported by consistent traffic growth, expanding loyalty participation and improved customer engagement.
Global comparable sales increased 3.6% in the period, driven by growth across all operating segments. Executives highlighted that McDonald's continues to take share in many of its largest markets by leaning into value positioning, digital ecosystem and menu relevance. In the United States, comparable sales rose 2.4%, with the brand noting positive guest count gaps compared with competitors, even in a challenging quick-service environment.
A key driver of customer retention this quarter was the continued integration of digital loyalty engagement. The United States now boasts approximately 45 million 90-day active users, supported by promotions like the reintroduced MONOPOLY program designed to drive app registrations and increase return visits.
On the value side, McDonald’s relaunched Extra Value Meals at sharper price points, aiming to strengthen perceived affordability across core menu offerings. Management noted early traction, particularly among lower-income diners who have faced ongoing economic pressures. However, the company emphasized that the benefits of this revamped value initiative will build progressively over the coming quarters as awareness increases.
Outside the United States, McDonald’s internationally operated markets continued to deliver strong performance. Germany saw its strongest comp sales results in two years and Australia gained market share for a second straight quarter, supported by well-executed value platforms and digital activations.
Meanwhile, McDonald’s ongoing menu innovation in chicken and beverages also remained a focal point. The company noted strong early results in the U.S. beverage test involving cold coffee and refresher beverages, which drove incremental visits and higher average checks without overwhelming kitchen operations.
McDonald's Corporation Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
MCD’s Guidance
Management maintained a cautious outlook for the consumer environment, particularly in the United States and key international markets. The company expects inflation to remain elevated into 2026, which will continue to pressure value-sensitive customer groups.
However, McDonald’s expects comp sales growth to accelerate in fourth-quarter 2025, supported by digital promotions, the relaunch of EVMs and marketing activations. The company also reaffirmed its development pipeline targets, including reaching 50,000 restaurants globally by 2027. (Read more: McDonald Q3 Earnings Miss, Revenues Beat Estimates, Stock Up)
MCD’s Zacks Rank
MCD currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
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Recent Retail-Wholesale Releases
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. CMG reported third-quarter 2025 results, with earnings beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate and revenues missing the same. Both top and bottom lines increased year over year.
Management flagged a notable shift from lower to middle-income diners, who account for approximately 40% of sales, citing inflation, weak wage growth and student loan repayments. Guidance for low to mid-single-digit comp declines in fourth-quarter 2025 and margin pressure in 2026, caused by rising beef costs and tariffs that will not be fully offset by pricing, fueled concerns about slowing growth despite menu innovation and expansion plans.
YUM! Brands, Inc. YUM reported third-quarter 2025 results, with earnings and revenues beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The top and bottom lines increased on a year-over-year basis.
YUM announced the launch of a strategic review for the Pizza Hut brand aimed at maximizing long-term value for it, franchisees and partners. Also, it stated plans to complete the acquisition of 128 Taco Bell restaurants across the Southeast United States in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Starbucks Corporation SBUX reported mixed fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with earnings missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate and net revenues beating the same. The top line increased year over year, but the bottom line declined.
In the fiscal fourth quarter, the company reported progress of its “Back to Starbucks” turnaround strategy, citing a return to global comparable sales growth and improving momentum. Looking ahead, Starbucks remains focused on driving revenue growth, exercising cost discipline and achieving sustainable profitability over the long term.
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MCD Q3 Earnings Down Y/Y, Traffic and Loyalty Growth Remain Solid

Chipotle Mexican Grill CMG reported third-quarter 2025 results that reflected a softer consumer environment and slowing traffic trends. Comparable sales increased just 0.3%, as lower dining frequency among households earning below $100,000 and the 25-35 age cohort weighed on transactions.
Management highlighted that this group, which accounts for a sizeable share of Chipotle’s sales, is dining out less due to inflation, student loan repayments and weaker wage growth. While Chipotle is not losing these guests to competitors, they are visiting less frequently, pressuring comps.
To counter this, Chipotle is leaning heavily into menu innovation as a traffic catalyst. Recent limited-time releases, including Carne Asada supported by the new Red Chimichurri sauce, helped drive incremental trial and engagement. The earlier launch of Adobo Ranch demonstrated that new flavor extensions can attract younger consumers who show strong interest in novelty and customization. Management noted that guests who purchase limited-time offerings tend to increase their spending and visit frequency over the following year.
Looking ahead, Chipotle plans to accelerate its LTO cadence, expanding from two protein launches per year to three or four, while also introducing more dips and sauces to create year-round “new news.” These offerings are designed to deepen relevance without resorting to discount-driven value promotions.
Whether these innovation efforts can outweigh ongoing macro pressure remains unclear. But if flavor variety continues to resonate and broader sentiment stabilizes, menu innovation could play a meaningful role in reenergizing Chipotle’s traffic trajectory.
Competitive Landscape: Innovation and Value Positioning at Stake
Chipotle’s strategy to revive traffic through flavor-led menu innovation comes as key category peers refine their own playbooks. CAVA Group, Inc. CAVA continues to gain traction with seasonal bowls, rotating proteins and customizable dips that appeal to the same younger, variety-seeking consumer Chipotle targets. While its digital ordering and loyalty engagement mirror Chipotle’s model, CAVA’s emphasis on freshness and bold Mediterranean flavors provides a differentiated alternative. As CAVA accelerates unit growth, its expanding footprint could increasingly compete for occasions that were once defaulted to CMG.
On the value side, Taco Bell under Yum! Brands, Inc. YUM remain a strong competitor, particularly for price-sensitive diners. While Taco Bell operates in a different menu lane, its consistent promotional cadence, bundled deals and lower price points offer a compelling draw for the same under-$100K income cohort that Chipotle has seen visit less frequently. As consumer budgets tighten, Taco Bell’s value messaging could capture incremental share if Chipotle’s innovation push does not quickly translate into renewed traffic.
CMG’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
Chipotle’s shares have lost 38.1% in the past six months compared with the industry’s decline of 10.7%.
Price Performance
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From a valuation standpoint, CMG trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 3.29X, down from the industry’s average.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CMG’s 2025 and 2026 earnings implies a year-over-year uptick of 4.5% and 7%, respectively.
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Chipotle currently has a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).
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CMG Comps Under Pressure: Can Menu Innovation Reignite Traffic?

Dutch Bros Inc. BROS reported impressive third-quarter 2025 results, wherein earnings and revenues beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Both metrics increased on a year-over-year basis.
Following the release, Dutch Bros stock inched up 1.7% yesterday in the after-hours trading session.
Dutch Bros delivered a strong performance in the third quarter, reflecting the continued success of its differentiated growth strategy. The company achieved consistent transaction gains for the fifth straight quarter, supported by solid revenue momentum and sustained customer demand. New shop productivity remained strong, while systemwide AUVs reached record highs, underscoring the effectiveness of its expansion model and operational execution.
Management highlighted that the ongoing strength in same-shop sales and transaction growth through October reinforces confidence in achieving the long-term target of 2,029 shops in 2029. The company raised its full-year outlook for total revenues and same-shop sales growth, driven by the durability of the business model and the continued success of its transaction-driving initiatives.
BROS’ Earnings & Revenue Discussion
In third-quarter 2025, Dutch Bros reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 19 cents, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 17 cents. Adjusted earnings increased 18.6% year over year.
Quarterly total revenues of $423.6 million beat the consensus mark of $411.1 million. Additionally, the top line rose 25.2% year over year.
Dutch Bros Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
At company-operated shops, revenues were $392.8 million, up 27.4% year over year. Franchising and other revenues amounted to $30.8 million, which increased 2.8% year over year.
Dutch Bros Comps Details
In the quarter under discussion, systemwide same-shop sales rose 5.7% compared with 2.7% in the prior-year quarter. Systemwide same-shop transactions increased 4.7% compared with 0.8% in the same period last year.
Company-operated same-shop sales advanced 7.4% compared with 4% in the year-ago quarter, while company-operated same-shop transactions improved 6.8% compared with 2.4% in the prior-year period.
Operating Highlights & Expenses of Dutch Bros
In the third quarter, Dutch Bros’ total costs and expenses were $382.1 million, up 25% year over year.
Adjusted selling, general, and administrative expenses — as a percentage of revenues — stood at 13.6%, contracting 130 basis points from 14.9% in the prior-year quarter.
Adjusted net income totaled $33.5 million, up 20.9% year over year.
Balance Sheet of BROS
As of Sept. 30, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled $267.2 million compared with $293.3 million as of Dec. 31, 2024. Long-term debt (less current portion) at the end of the third quarter totaled $196 million compared with $219.8 million reported as of Dec. 31, 2024.
Shop Openings and Expansion Plans
In the third quarter of 2025, the company opened 38 new shops, including 34 company-operated locations, across 17 states. Total system shop openings for 2025 are targeted at 160, with a back-weighted pipeline expected in the fourth quarter.
For 2026, the company expects to open approximately 175 total system shops. Any openings below the 2025 target are planned to be incremental to 2026, reflecting confidence in the company’s growth trajectory.
BROS’ 2025 Outlook Raised
Dutch Bros now expects annual total revenues to be in the band of $1.61-$1.615 billion compared with the prior expectation of $1.59-$1.6 billion. Same-shop sales growth is now expected to be approximately 5%, up from the previously projected 4.5%.
Adjusted EBITDA is still expected to be within $285-$290 million. Capital expenditures are still expected to be in the range of $240 million to $260 million.
BROS’ Zacks Rank
Dutch Bros currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Recent Retail-Wholesale Releases
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. CMG reported third-quarter 2025 results, with earnings beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate and revenues missing the same. Both top and bottom lines increased year over year.
Management flagged a notable shift from lower to middle-income diners, who account for approximately 40% of sales, citing inflation, weak wage growth and student loan repayments. Guidance for low to mid-single-digit comp declines in fourth-quarter 2025 and margin pressure in 2026, caused by rising beef costs and tariffs that will not be fully offset by pricing, fueled concerns about slowing growth despite menu innovation and expansion plans.
YUM! Brands, Inc. YUM reported third-quarter 2025 results, with earnings and revenues beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The top and bottom lines increased on a year-over-year basis.
YUM announced the launch of a strategic review for the Pizza Hut brand aimed at maximizing long-term value for the company, its franchisees and partners. Also, it stated plans to complete the acquisition of 128 Taco Bell restaurants across the Southeast United States in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Starbucks Corporation SBUX reported mixed fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with earnings missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate and net revenues beating the same. The top line increased year over year, but the bottom line declined.
In the fiscal fourth quarter, the company reported progress of its “Back to Starbucks” turnaround strategy, citing a return to global comparable sales growth and improving momentum. Looking ahead, Starbucks remains focused on driving revenue growth, exercising cost discipline and achieving sustainable profitability over the long term.
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Dutch Bros Q3 Earnings & Revenues Beat, Both Rise Y/Y, Stock Up

Shares of Leidos Holdings Inc. (LDOS) surged 3.4% after reporting third-quarter adjusted earnings of $3.05 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.61 per share.
Yum! Brands Inc.’s (YUM) shares climbed 7.3% posting third-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.58 per share, outpacing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.47 per share.
Wingstop Inc.’s (WING) shares jumped 10.9% after the company posted third-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.09 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.91 per share.
Shares of Marriott International Inc. (MAR) advanced 3.2% after the company reported third-quarter adjusted earnings of $2.47 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.41 per share.
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Company News for Nov 5, 2025

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Tuesday closed down -1.17%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) closed down -0.53%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed down -2.07%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25) fell -1.17%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQZ25) fell -2.08%.
US stock indexes retreated on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 falling to a 1.5-week low and the Dow Jones Industrials and Nasdaq 100 dropping to 1-week lows. Shares of AI bellwether Palantir Technologies closed down more than -7% to lead AI-infrastructure stocks lower on Tuesday despite reporting better-than-expected Q3 sales. The price-to-sales ratio for Palantir Technologies rose to 85, the highest in the S&P 500, raising concerns about extreme valuations and sparking a long liquidation in the stock. The weakness of the Magnificent Seven megacap technology stocks and semiconductor makers on Tuesday also weighed on the overall market.
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Valuation concerns also weighed on stock prices and sparked risk-off sentiment in asset markets following warnings from a couple of Wall Street banks. At the Hong Kong Monetary Authority financial summit on Tuesday, Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs both said that equity markets could be due for a pullback of more than 10% in the next 12 to 24 months, citing caution over stock prices after the S&P 500 surged more than +35% from April lows to a record high last week.
Lower bond yields on Tuesday were supportive of stocks, with the 10-year T-note yield falling -2 bp to 4.09%.
US Oct Wards total vehicle sales slowed to 15.32 million, weaker than expectations of 15.50 million and the fewest in 14 months.
The markets are discounting a 69% chance of another -25 bp rate cut at the next FOMC meeting on December 9-10.
The markets are looking ahead to oral arguments at the Supreme Court on Wednesday about whether President Trump's reciprocal tariffs are legal. Oral arguments may provide hints about how the Supreme Court might rule. The Supreme Court is expected to issue its ruling by late this year or early in 2026. Lower courts have already ruled that Mr. Trump's reciprocal tariffs are illegal, finding they are based on a specious claim of emergency authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. If the US Supreme Court upholds those rulings and strikes down the tariffs, then the US government may have to refund the reciprocal and fentanyl-linked tariffs already collected, totaling more than $80 billion, and Mr. Trump's power to impose tariffs may be limited to well-founded sections of US trade law, such as sections 232, 301, and 201.
Q3 corporate earnings season continues at a strong clip this week, with 136 of the S&P 500 companies reporting earnings this week. According to Bloomberg Intelligence, 80% of the S&P 500 companies that have reported so far have beaten forecasts, on course for the best quarter since 2021. However, Q3 profits are expected to have risen by +7.2% y/y, the smallest increase in two years. Also, Q3 sales growth is projected to slow to +5.9% y/y from +6.4% in Q2.
The US government shutdown, now in its sixth week, is the longest in history, weighing on market sentiment and the US economy. The government shutdown is delaying a host of government reports and is having an adverse effect on the US economy.
Overseas stock markets settled lower on Tuesday. The Euro Stoxx 50 fell to a 2-week low and closed down -0.34%. China's Shanghai Composite closed down -0.41%. Japan's Nikkei Stock 225 dropped from a record high and closed down -1.74%.
Interest Rates
December 10-year T-notes (ZNZ5) on Tuesday closed up by +3.5 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield fell -2.5 bp to 4.085%. T-note prices moved higher on Tuesday, supported by the slump in stocks, which boosted safe-haven demand for government debt.
T-note prices have underlying support from the ongoing US government shutdown, which is now the longest in history and could lead to additional job losses, reduced consumer spending, and a weakened US economy, potentially allowing the Fed to continue cutting interest rates.
European government bond yields moved lower on Tuesday. The 10-year German bund yield fell -1.3 bp to 2.654%. The 10-year UK gilt yield fell -1.0 bp to 4.425%.
ECB Governing Council member Rehn said, "Growth in the Eurozone remains sluggish but resilient, while inflation risks are two-sided-upward from goods and food prices, and possible supply disruptions; downward from cheaper energy, a stronger euro, and easing wage pressures." He added that, "In this environment, it's crucial to maintain full flexibility in decision-making and not commit to any specific interest rate path."
ECB Governing Council member Stournaras said the Eurozone's growth prospects "are subject to multiple downside risks," including uncertainty over trade policy and prolonged geopolitical tensions internationally, as well as "political uncertainty in France."
Swaps are discounting a 6% chance for a -25 bp rate cut by the ECB at its next policy meeting on December 18.
US Stock Movers
The Magnificent Seven stocks were under pressure on Tuesday, weighing on the overall market. Tesla (TSLA) closed down more than -5% and Nvidia (NVDA) closed down more than -2%. Also, Alphabet (GOOG) closed down more than -2%, and Amazon.com (AMZN) and Meta Platforms (META) closed down more than -1%. In addition, Microsoft (MSFT) closed down -0.52%, and Apple (AAPL) bucked the trend and closed up +0.37%.
Semiconductor stocks fell on Tuesday, adding to the broader market's negative factors. Micron Technology (MU) closed down more than -6% and Intel (INTC) closed down more than -5%. Also, ARM Holdings Plc (ARM) and Microchip Technology (MCHP) closed down more than -4%, and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), ON Semiconductor (ON), Qualcomm (QCOM), GlobalFoundries (GFS), and Lam Research (LRCX) closed down more than -3%. In addition, NXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI), Marvel Technology (MRVL), and Applied Materials (AMAT) closed down more than -2%.
Crypto stocks retreated on Tuesday as Bitcoin (^BTCUSD) sank more than -6% to a 4.5-month low. Coinbase Global (COIN), Galaxy Digital (GLXY), Mara Holdings (MARA), Strategy (MSTR), and Riot Platforms (RIOT) all closed down by more than 6%.
Sarepta Therapeutics (SRPT) closed down more than -33% after it said a study of its Amondys 45 and Vyondys 53 on patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy missed a primary endpoint.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH) closed down more than -15% to lead losers in the S&P 500 and cruise line stocks lower after reporting Q3 revenue of $2.94 billion, below the consensus of $3.02 billion. Also, Carnival (CCL) closed down more than -9% and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL) closed down more than -7%.
Zoetis (ZTS) closed down more than -13% after cutting its full-year revenue estimate to $9.40 billion-$9.48 billion from a previous forecast of $9.45 billion-$9.60 billion, below the consensus of $9.51 billion.
CDW Corp (CDW) closed down more than -8% to lead losers in the Nasdaq 100 after reporting Q3 net sales of $5.74 billion, weaker than the consensus of $5.76 billion.
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) closed down more than -7% despite reporting better-than-expected Q3 sales, as the stock's price-to-sales ratio rose to 85 —the highest in the S&P 500 —raising concerns about extreme valuations and sparking long liquidation pressures in the stock.
Marathon Petroleum (MPC) closed down more than -6% after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $3.01, weaker than the consensus of $3.15.
Uber Technologies (UBER) closed down more than -4% after forecasting Q4 adjusted Ebitda of $2.41 billion to $2.51 billion, the midpoint below the consensus of $2.49 billion.
Expeditors International of Washington (EXPD) closed up more than +10% to lead gainers in the S&P 500 after reporting Q3 revenue of $2.89 billion, above the consensus of $2,75 billion.
Henry Scein (HSIC) closed up more than +10% after reporting Q3 net sales of $3.34 billion, above the consensus of $3.28 billion.
Sanmina (SANM) closed up more than +16% after reporting Q4 net sales of $2.10 billion, stronger than the consensus of $2.06 billion.
Yum! Brands (YUM) closed up more than +7% after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $1.58, above the consensus of $1.48.
Waters Corp (WAT) closed up more than +6% after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $3.40, better than the consensus of $3.21, and raising its full-year adjusted EPS estimate to $13.05-$13.15 from a previous estimate of $12.95-$13.05.
Fabrinet (FN) closed up more than +4% after reporting Q1 revenue of $978.1 million, above the consensus of $933.6 million.
Whitestone REIT (WSR) closed up more than +4% after MCB Real Estate is said to be making a renewed push to acquire the company and may make a $15.20-per share offer as soon as today.
Global Payments (GPN) closed up more than +4% after reporting Q3 adjusted net revenue of $2.43 billion, better than the consensus of $2.42 billion.
Marriott International (MAR) closed up more than +3% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100 after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $2.47, stronger than the consensus of $2.39.
Earnings Reports(11/5/2025)
Albemarle Corp (ALB), Allstate Corp/The (ALL), Amcor PLC (AMCR), Ameren Corp (AEE), APA Corp (APA), AppLovin Corp (APP), ARM Holdings PLC (ARM), Atmos Energy Corp (ATO), Bio-Techne Corp (TECH), Bunge Global SA (BG), Cencora Inc (COR), CF Industries Holdings Inc (CF), Charles River Laboratories Int (CRL), Corpay Inc (CPAY), Devon Energy Corp (DVN), DoorDash Inc (DASH), Emerson Electric Co (EMR), Fair Isaac Corp (FICO), Fidelity National Information (FIS), Fortinet Inc (FTNT), Host Hotels & Resorts Inc (HST), Humana Inc (HUM), Iron Mountain Inc (IRM), Johnson Controls International (JCI), McDonald's Corp (MCD), McKesson Corp (MCK), MetLife Inc (MET), Paycom Software Inc (PAYC), PPL Corp (PPL), PTC Inc (PTC), QUALCOMM Inc (QCOM), Robinhood Markets Inc (HOOD), Sempra (SRE), STERIS PLC (STE), Targa Resources Corp (TRGP), Texas Pacific Land Corp (TPL), TKO Group Holdings Inc (TKO), Trimble Inc (TRMB), Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc (ZBH).
On the date of publication, Rich Asplund did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here.
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Stocks Finish Sharply Lower on Concerns About Lofty Valuations

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.70%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -0.35%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -1.12%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25) are down -0.74%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQZ25) are down -1.16%.
US stock indexes are sharply lower today, with the S&P 500 falling to a 1.5-week low and the Dow Jones Industrials and Nasdaq 100 dropping to 1-week lows. Shares of AI bellwether Palantir Technologies are down more than -6% to lead AI-infrastructure stocks lower today despite reporting better-than-expected Q3 sales. The price-to-sales ratio for Palantir Technologies rose to 85, the highest in the S&P 500, raising concerns about extreme valuations and sparking a long liquidation in the stock. The weakness of the Magnificent Seven megacap technology stocks and semiconductor makers today is also weighing on the overall market.
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Valuation concerns are also weighing on stock prices amid warnings from a couple of Wall Street banks. At the Hong Kong Monetary Authority financial summit today, Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs both said that equity markets could be due for a pullback of more than 10% in the next 12 to 24 months, citing caution over stock prices after the S&P 500 surged more than +35% from April lows to a record high last week.
Lower bond yields today are supportive for stocks, with the 10-year T-note yield down -3 bp to 4.08%.
US Oct Wards total vehicle sales slowed to 15.32 million, weaker than expectations of 15.50 million and the fewest in 14 months.
The markets are discounting a 70% chance of another -25 bp rate cut at the next FOMC meeting on December 9-10.
The markets are looking ahead to oral arguments at the Supreme Court this Wednesday about whether President Trump's reciprocal tariffs are legal. Oral arguments may provide hints about how the Supreme Court might rule. The Supreme Court is expected to issue its ruling by late this year or early in 2026. Lower courts have already ruled that Mr. Trump's reciprocal tariffs are illegal, finding they are based on a specious claim of emergency authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. If the US Supreme Court upholds those rulings and strikes down the tariffs, then the US government may have to refund the reciprocal and fentanyl-linked tariffs already collected, totaling more than $80 billion, and Mr. Trump's power to impose tariffs may be limited to well-founded sections of US trade law, such as sections 232, 301, and 201.
Q3 corporate earnings season continues at a strong clip this week, with 136 of the S&P 500 companies reporting earnings this week. According to Bloomberg Intelligence, 80% of the S&P 500 companies that have reported so far have beaten forecasts, on course for the best quarter since 2021. However, Q3 profits are expected to have risen by +7.2% y/y, the smallest increase in two years. Also, Q3 sales growth is projected to slow to +5.9% y/y from +6.4% in Q2.
The US government shutdown, now in its sixth week, is the longest in history, weighing on market sentiment and the US economy. The government shutdown is delaying a host of government reports and is having an adverse effect on the US economy.
Overseas stock markets are lower today. The Euro Stoxx 50 fell to a 2-week low and is down -0.41%. China's Shanghai Composite closed down -0.41%. Japan's Nikkei Stock 225 dropped from a record high and closed down -1.74%.
Interest Rates
December 10-year T-notes (ZNZ5) today are up by +6 ticks. The 10-year T-note yield is down -3.3 bp to 4.077%. T-note prices are receiving support from today's stock weakness, which has boosted safe-haven demand for government debt.
T-note prices have underlying support from the ongoing US government shutdown, which is now the longest in history and could lead to additional job losses, reduced consumer spending, and a weakened US economy, potentially allowing the Fed to continue cutting interest rates.
European government bond yields are moving lower today. The 10-year German bund yield is down -2.7 bp to 2.640%. The 10-year UK gilt yield is down -2.9 bp to 4.406%.
ECB Governing Council member Rehn said, "Growth in the Eurozone remains sluggish but resilient, while inflation risks are two-sided-upward from goods and food prices, and possible supply disruptions; downward from cheaper energy, a stronger euro and easing wage pressures." He added that, "In this environment, it's crucial to maintain full flexibility in decision-making and not commit to any specific interest rate path."
Swaps are discounting a 7% chance for a -25 bp rate cut by the ECB at its next policy meeting on December 18.
US Stock Movers
The Magnificent Seven stocks are under pressure today, weighing on the overall market. Tesla (TSLA) and Nvidia (NVDA) are down more than -2%, and Alphabet (GOOG) is down more than -1%. Also, Amazon.com (AMZN) is down -0.68%, Microsoft (MSFT) is down -0.44%, Apple (AAPL) is down -0.35%, and Meta Platforms (META) is down -0.13%.
Semiconductor stocks are falling today, adding to the broader market's negative factors. Intel (INTC), Micron Technology (MU), and ON Semiconductor (ON) are down more than -3%. Also, GlobalFoundries (GFS), Microchip Technology (MCHP), and NXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI) are down more than -2%. In addition, ARM Holdings Plc (ARM), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Analog Devices (ADI), and Qualcomm (QCOM) are down more than -1%.
Crypto stocks are sliding today with Bitcoin (^BTCUSD) down more than -2% to a 4.25-month low. Coinbase Global (COIN), Galaxy Digital (GLXY), Mara Holdings (MARA), Strategy (MSTR), and Riot Platforms (RIOT) are down more than -1%.
Sarepta Therapeutics (SRPT) is down more than -30% after it said a study of its Amondys 45 and Vyondys 53 on patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy missed a primary endpoint.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH) is down more than -13% to lead losers in the S&P 500 after reporting Q3 revenue of $2.94 billion, below the consensus of $3.02 billion.
Zoetis (ZTS) is down more than -12% after cutting its full-year revenue estimate to $9.40 billion-$9.48 billion from a previous forecast of $9.45 billion-$9.60 billion, below the consensus of $9.51 billion.
Marathon Petroleum (MPC) is down more than -8% after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $3.01, weaker than the consensus of $3.15.
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) is down more than -6% to lead the Nasdaq 100 losers, despite reporting better-than-expected Q3 sales, as the stock's price-to-sales ratio rose to 85 —the highest in the S&P 500 —raising concerns about extreme valuations and sparking long liquidation pressures in the stock.
Uber Technologies (UBER) is down more than -6% after forecasting Q4 adjusted Ebitda of $2.41 billion to $2.51 billion, the midpoint below the consensus of $2.49 billion.
Eaton Crop (ETN) is down more than -6% after reporting Q3 net sales of $6.99 billion, weaker than the consensus of $7.08 billion, and forecasting full-year organic revenue of +8.5% to +9.5%, the midpoint below the consensus of +9.22%.
Waters Corp (WAT) is up more than +8% to lead gainers in the S&P 500 after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $3.40, better than the consensus of $3.21, and raising its full-year adjusted EPS estimate to $13.05-$13.15 from a previous estimate of $12.95-$13.05.
Henry Scein (HSIC) is up more than +7% after reporting Q3 net sales of $3.34 billion, above the consensus of $3.28 billion.
Sanmina (SANM) is up more than +13% after reporting Q4 net sales of $2.10 billion, stronger than the consensus of $2.06 billion.
Fabrinet (FN) is up more than +7% after reporting Q1 revenue of $978.1 million, above the consensus of $933.6 million.
Whitestone REIT (WSR) is up more than +6% after MCB Real Estate is said to be making a renewed push to acquire the company and may make a $15.20-per share offer as soon as today.
Yum! Brands (YUM) is up more than +5% after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $1.58, above the consensus of $1.48.
Global Payments (GPN) is up more than +5% after reporting Q3 adjusted net revenue of $2.43 billion, better than the consensus of $2.42 billion.
Marriott International (MAR) is up more than +2% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100 after reporting Q3 adjusted EPS of $2.47, stronger than the consensus of $2.39.
Earnings Reports(11/4/2025)
Expeditors International (EXPD), Marathon Petroleum Corp (MPC), Pfizer Inc (PFE), Zoetis Inc (ZTS), Shopify Inc (SHOP), Uber Technologies Inc (UBER), Ball Corp (BALL), Thomson Reuters Corp (TRI), Apollo Global Management Inc (APO), Exelon Corp (EXC), Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM), Martin Marietta Materials Inc (MLM), Eaton Corp PLC (ETN), Leidos Holdings Inc (LDOS), Waters Corp (WAT), Stanley Black & Decker Inc (SWK), Global Payments Inc (GPN), Gartner Inc (IT), CDW Corp/DE (CDW), Henry Schein Inc (HSIC), Broadridge Financial Solutions (BR), Molson Coors Beverage Co (TAP), Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), Marriott International Inc/MD (MAR), Yum! Brands Inc (YUM), Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD), Mosaic Co/The (MOS), American International Group I (AIG), Arista Networks Inc (ANET), Corteva Inc (CTVA), Match Group Inc (MTCH), International Flavors & Fragra (IFF), Live Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV), Assurant Inc (AIZ), AES Corp/The (AES), Eversource Energy (ES), Super Micro Computer Inc (SMCI), Jack Henry & Associates Inc (JKHY), Aflac Inc (AFL), Amgen Inc (AMGN), Axon Enterprise Inc (AXON), Skyworks Solutions Inc (SWKS).
On the date of publication, Rich Asplund did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here.
The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.

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Week	36.76%	1.74%	0.01%
Month	66.02%	24.60%	5.46%

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