OppFi Inc. (OPFI) is experiencing a surge in its earnings estimates, making it a compelling investment opportunity. Analysts are increasingly optimistic about the company’s future performance, driving up estimates for both the current quarter and the full year. This positive trend, coupled with OppFi’s favorable Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), suggests potential for continued stock price growth.
HBT Financial (HBT) reported earnings of $0.57 per share for the first quarter of 2024, meeting the Zacks Consensus Estimate but falling short on revenue expectations. The company’s revenue for the quarter was $52.31 million, missing the consensus estimate by 7.07%. Despite underperforming the market year-to-date, HBT Financial is expected to outperform in the near future based on its Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Investors should monitor earnings estimate revisions and industry trends for further insights.
Verizon Communications reported quarterly earnings of $1.15 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.12 and beating year-ago earnings of $1.20. Revenue fell short of expectations, coming in at $32.98 billion compared to the $32.91 billion reported a year ago. Despite the revenue miss, Verizon has outperformed the market this year, and its shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. Investors should be mindful of the industry outlook, as the Wireless National industry is currently ranked in the bottom 18% of Zacks industries.
