A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after comments from a key Federal Reserve official bolstered hopes for an interest rate cut. New York Federal Reserve President John Williams stated he sees “room for a further adjustment” in the near term, sparking a significant market rally. Following his remarks, the probability of the central bank cutting rates at its December meeting jumped from 39% to over 73%, according to the CME FedWatch tool. This positive sentiment provided relief to markets amid concerns over high valuations, particularly in AI-related stocks.
The low valuation multiples for value stocks provide a margin of safety that growth stocks rarely offer.
However, the challenge lies in determining whether these cheap assets are genuinely undervalued or simply on sale due to their potentially deteriorating business models.
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Malibu Boats (NASDAQ:MBUU) and the best and worst performers in the leisure products industry.
Harley-Davidson’s third quarter was marked by results that surpassed Wall Street’s expectations for both revenue and profit, yet the market responded negatively, reflecting investor uncertainty about underlying demand and future growth. Management attributed the performance to the execution of a capital-light transformation in its financial services arm, improved inventory management, and targeted promotional efforts. CEO Arthur Starrs acknowledged the need to strengthen dealer profitability and adapt to a challenging macro environment, highlighting actions such as market-responsive promotions and inventory reduction, particularly in the touring segment. Starrs noted, “a healthy Harley depends on a healthy dealer network,” underscoring the renewed focus on supporting dealers amid soft consumer demand.
Tech stocks stumbled sharply on Tuesday as market heavyweights warned of a coming correction. Despite strong earnings from Palantir and Uber, investors took profits amid sky-high valuations and growing caution about AI exuberance.
American motorcycle manufacturing company Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 16.5% year on year to $1.34 billion. Its GAAP profit of $3.10 per share was 89.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of american motorcycle manufacturing company Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG)
fell 6.6% in the morning session after the company reported third-quarter results where a significant revenue miss and deteriorating cash flow overshadowed a strong profit beat. The company's revenue of $1.07 billion declined 6.7% year-on-year, falling short of Wall Street's expectation of $1.32 billion. This pointed to ongoing struggles with consumer demand, despite the number of motorcycles sold increasing to 36,500, which was up significantly from the previous year. Another major concern for investors was the company's free cash flow, which swung to a negative $129.1 million from a positive $300.4 million in the same quarter last year. While earnings per share of $3.10 easily surpassed estimates, this was driven by a sharp increase in operating margin from expense management, not sales growth. Investors seemingly focused on the weak revenue and cash burn as indicators of the core business's health, raising concerns about future growth.
American motorcycle manufacturing company Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales falling 6.7% year on year to $1.07 billion. Its GAAP profit of $3.10 per share was 89.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
American motorcycle manufacturing company Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG)
will be reporting earnings this Tuesday before the bell. Here’s what you need to know.
In a significant stride towards enhancing rider accessibility and convenience, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (NYSE: HMC) has unveiled its groundbreaking E-Clutch technology, set to debut on the popular Honda Rebel 300 as part of its 2026 lineup. Announced on October 15, 2025, with models expected to arrive in U.S. dealerships by December 2025, this [...]
Wrapping up Q2 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the leisure products stocks, including American Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ:AOUT) and its peers.
In a challenging trading session, Hero MotoCorp (NSE: HEROMOTOCO), India's largest two-wheeler manufacturer, found itself among the bottom performers, experiencing notable downward pressure. This movement comes amidst a broader market consolidation phase, signaling potential caution for investors in the short term. While the company maintains its dominant position in the
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a report revealed that U.S. consumer confidence dropped for a second consecutive month, hitting a five-month low amid worries over inflation and the job market.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the release of stronger-than-expected consumer spending data for August, which pointed to a resilient economy.
Shares of american motorcycle manufacturing company Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG)
jumped 2.1% in the morning session after the company confirmed it would not raise the price of its X440 motorcycle in India, even with a new tax.
Value stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor.
The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten.
Shares of american motorcycle manufacturing company Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG)
fell 4.1% in the afternoon session after its Japanese unit was fined approximately 211 million yen, or $1.4 million, by the country's antitrust watchdog for imposing excessive sales quotas on dealers.
