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Columbia Banking System’s fourth quarter saw a positive market response, as results outpaced Wall Street’s expectations. Management attributed this performance primarily to the successful integration of the Pacific Premier acquisition, which expanded the bank’s presence in key Western markets and contributed significantly to earnings. CEO Clint Stein highlighted that operational enhancements and a disciplined focus on profitability, including balance sheet optimization and ongoing cost savings, played key roles in the quarter’s improved profitability. Additionally, enhanced net interest margin was achieved through effective funding strategies and asset repricing, while noninterest income benefited from new customer fee streams and expanded business lines.

S&T Bancorp’s fourth quarter results garnered a positive market response, with management attributing performance to commercial lending strength, disciplined deposit growth, and improved net interest margins. CEO Chris McComish highlighted the company’s ability to expand the net interest margin to 3.99%, the highest since 2023, and pointed to robust commercial and industrial (C&I) and commercial real estate (CRE) loan activity. The quarter also saw continued success in reducing criticized and classified loans, reflecting a focus on asset quality, while a new $100 million share repurchase program was announced, enabled by strong capital levels.

Texas Capital Bank’s fourth quarter was marked by solid performance, with management crediting the company’s ongoing transformation and focus on high-value client segments for its financial results. CEO Rob Holmes pointed to the firm’s “record adjusted total revenue” and emphasized that profitability improvements were driven by disciplined execution, operational efficiency, and an expanded fee income base. The quarter’s results reflected continued growth in commercial loans and interest-bearing deposits, as well as a notable increase in fee-based businesses such as treasury products and investment banking.

Old Republic International’s fourth quarter was marked by strong revenue growth but fell short of Wall Street’s profitability expectations, leading to a significant negative market reaction. Management attributed the underperformance to higher loss ratios in commercial auto as well as increased expense ratios from ongoing investments in technology and new specialty operations. CEO Craig Smiddy described the company’s response as “immediate and conservative,” highlighting swift adjustments to loss reserves and a focus on pricing discipline as claim trends deteriorated late in the quarter. The company also noted favorable prior-year reserve development, but this was offset by an unexpected credit loss on a large deductible program within workers’ compensation.

Eastern Bank’s fourth quarter results were met with a negative market reaction, despite the company beating Wall Street’s revenue and non-GAAP profit expectations. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to the successful integration of the HarborOne merger, robust organic loan growth—particularly within the commercial lending segment—and record-high wealth management assets. CEO Denis Sheahan emphasized the impact of recent talent investments and noted, “Our lending teams, both new hires and long-tenured relationship managers, remain energized.”

Semiconductor equipment maker Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 22.1% year on year to $5.34 billion. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($5.7 billion at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 6.2% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.27 per share was 8.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Freight transportation intermediary C.H. Robinson (NASDAQ:CHRW) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 6.5% year on year to $3.91 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.23 per share was 9.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Byline Bancorp’s fourth quarter saw revenue and adjusted earnings per share surpass Wall Street expectations, but the market responded negatively, reflecting concerns over operating income and margin pressures. Management attributed the quarter’s growth to robust commercial loan activity, disciplined deposit pricing, and resilience in net interest income despite persistent macroeconomic and regulatory challenges. CEO Alberto Paracchini highlighted the successful integration of the First Security acquisition and progress on technology upgrades, while noting that deposit costs came down and asset quality remained stable. The company’s focus on organic growth, particularly in its core Chicago commercial business and new commercial payments segment, was central to its solid performance in the face of an evolving interest rate environment.

Freight delivery company Landstar (NASDAQ:LSTR) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 2.9% year on year to $1.18 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.75 per share was 31.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Atlantic Union Bankshares’ fourth quarter results reflected the impact of its Sandy Spring acquisition and operational discipline, with management calling out successful integration and a more efficient cost structure. CEO John Asbury pointed to “disciplined execution and successful integration of the Sandy Springs acquisition” as a key driver, noting that merger-related charges continued to affect reported results. The quarter also benefited from record loan production, a rebound in commercial lending pipelines, and deposit cost reductions that helped expand net interest margin. Management acknowledged ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty but emphasized that underlying operating performance was strong, supported by resilient credit quality and steady asset growth.

GE Aerospace ended Q4 with results above Wall Street’s expectations, but the market reacted negatively as investors weighed operational execution against future risks. Management attributed the strong revenue growth to robust commercial services demand and improved output from both its commercial and defense segments. CEO Larry Culp emphasized the company’s “substantial improvement across all key metrics,” driven by higher shop visit volumes, expanded aftermarket services, and productivity gains from operational streamlining. CFO Rahul Ghai highlighted that increased material availability and better execution on the shop floor led to improved turnaround times, particularly for LEAP and CFM56 engines.

Cohen & Steers’ fourth quarter results met Wall Street’s expectations for both revenue and non-GAAP earnings, but the market responded negatively due to a significant decline in operating margin. Management pointed to higher general and administrative expenses, largely driven by business development and talent acquisition, as a key reason for the margin compression. CEO Joseph Harvey highlighted continued net inflows and stable fee rates across most vehicles, while also acknowledging that U.S. REIT strategies underperformed other asset classes. CFO Michael Donohue noted, “Total expenses were higher compared to the prior quarter, primarily due to increased G&A expense.”

Network testing solutions company Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ:VIAV) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 36.4% year on year to $369.3 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($393 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 10% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.22 per share was 17.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Independent Bank’s fourth quarter results were driven by a combination of expanding net interest margins, strong commercial loan growth, and stable deposit inflows, offsetting lower noninterest income related to mortgage servicing. CEO Brad Kessel highlighted “continued net interest margin expansion, strong loan growth, and increased noninterest income,” with performance supported by disciplined management of costs and credit quality. Management attributed the quarter’s results to growth in commercial lending, effective repricing strategies for funding costs, and ongoing efforts to optimize asset mix.

Northern Trust’s fourth quarter saw positive market reaction, as revenue and profit surpassed Wall Street expectations. Management credited strong trust fee growth, higher net interest income, and robust client flows, particularly in its global family office and ultra-high-net-worth segments, for the outperformance. CEO Michael O’Grady emphasized that “deepened client relationships and expanded market share” were central to the company’s execution, supported by strategic efforts in private markets, capital markets, and enhanced operational efficiency through AI-driven automation.

Procter & Gamble’s fourth quarter results were met with a positive market reaction, reflecting management’s focus on product innovation and regional execution in the face of challenging market dynamics. CEO Shailesh Jejurikar cited targeted interventions in categories such as baby care in China and fabric care in Mexico, emphasizing the impact of consumer-driven innovation and sharper brand communication. While organic sales were flat and volumes declined slightly, management highlighted that outside the U.S., most regions experienced growth or acceleration, attributing this to the effectiveness of localized strategies and investments made earlier in the year.

Aerospace and defense company General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.8% year on year to $14.38 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.17 per share was 1.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Elevator manufacturer Otis (NYSE:OTIS) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025 as sales rose 3.3% year on year to $3.80 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $15.15 billion at the midpoint came in 0.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.03 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

CSX’s fourth quarter results came in below Wall Street’s revenue and profit expectations, yet the market responded positively, reflecting confidence in the company’s operational and cost management strategies. Management highlighted that modest volume growth was achieved despite headwinds in key markets such as chemicals and forest products. CEO Steve Angel attributed performance to improved service reliability, continued safety gains, and ongoing efforts to optimize costs and productivity. The quarter included $50 million in expenses tied to workforce and technology restructuring—actions aimed at aligning the business with current market conditions and supporting future profitability.

LSI’s fourth quarter results were well received by the market, as the company’s flat sales masked meaningful progress beneath the surface. Management credited strong execution in the Lighting segment, with 15% year-over-year sales growth and improved margins, as a key driver this quarter. CEO James Clark pointed out that, despite a challenging comparison due to last year’s event-driven grocery demand, the company’s ability to maintain stable operating margins reflected disciplined project pricing and operational improvements. Management also highlighted robust free cash flow and continued customer engagement across core verticals.

Health insurance provider Elevance Health (NYSE:EVH) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 9.6% year on year to $49.31 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.33 per share was 7.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Medical tech company CONMED (NYSE:CNMD) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 7.9% year on year to $373.2 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $1.36 billion at the midpoint came in 0.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.43 per share was 8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Capital One’s fourth quarter results were met with a negative market reaction, as investors digested the impact of higher expenses and missed profit expectations despite strong revenue growth. Management attributed the topline momentum to the integration of Discover, which boosted purchase volumes and overall loan balances. CEO Richard Fairbank acknowledged that “marketing continues to deliver strong new account originations,” but noted increased operating and marketing costs, particularly tied to the ongoing integration and investments in premium customer experiences. CFO Andrew Young highlighted a significant increase in the provision for credit losses, driven by higher allowances and net charge-offs, while emphasizing stable credit metrics and improved charge-off rates.

Automotive safety systems provider Autoliv (NYSE:ALV) will be reporting results this Friday before the bell. Here’s what investors should know.

Biotech company Regeneron (NASDAQ:REGN) will be reporting earnings this Friday before market open. Here’s what investors should know.

Freight Delivery Company ArcBest (NASDAQ:ARCB) will be reporting earnings this Friday morning. Here’s what to expect.

Global payments company American Express (NYSE:AXP) will be reporting earnings this Friday before market open. Here’s what to look for.

Household products company Church & Dwight (NYSE:CHD) will be reporting results this Friday before the bell. Here’s what you need to know.

Asset management firm WisdomTree (NYSE:WT) will be announcing earnings results this Friday morning. Here’s what to look for.

Telecommunications giant Verizon (NYSE:VZ) will be reporting results this Friday before market hours. Here’s what you need to know.

Consumer products company Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE:CL) will be reporting results this Friday before market hours. Here’s what investors should know.

Global investment management firm Franklin Resources (NYSE:BEN) will be reporting results this Friday before market open. Here’s what to look for.

Regional banking company Flagstar Financial (NYSE:FLG) will be announcing earnings results this Friday morning. Here’s what investors should know.

Cable, internet, and telephone services provider Charter (NASDAQ:CHTR) will be reporting earnings this Friday before the bell. Here’s what investors should know.

Electric vehicle pioneer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 3.1% year on year to $24.9 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.50 per share was 10.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Financial services firm Raymond James Financial (NYSE:RJF) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 5.6% year on year to $3.74 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.86 per share was 1.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Waste management services provider Waste Management (NYSE:WM) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 7.1% year on year to $6.31 billion. On the other hand, the company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $26.53 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.93 per share was 0.9% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Homebuilder Meritage Homes (NYSE:MTH) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 12% year on year to $1.43 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.67 per share was 9.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Credit scoring and analytics company FICO (NYSE:FICO) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 16.4% year on year to $512 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $2.35 billion at the midpoint came in 3.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $7.33 per share was 3.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Aerospace and defense company Hexcel (NYSE:HXL) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 3.7% year on year to $491.3 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $2.05 billion at the midpoint came in 0.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.52 per share was 5.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Vocational education company Adtalem Global Education (NYSE:ATGE) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 12.4% year on year to $503.4 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $1.92 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.43 per share was 11.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Investment banking firm Houlihan Lokey (NYSE:HLI) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 13% year on year to $717.1 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.94 per share was 3.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company Origin Bancorp (NYSE:OBK) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 15% year on year to $103.4 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.95 per share was 10.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Global specialty insurer AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9.8% year on year to $1.73 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.25 per share was 4.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Network testing solutions company Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ:VIAV) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 36.4% year on year to $369.3 million. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($393 million at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 10% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.22 per share was 17.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Equipment rental company United Rentals (NYSE:URI) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025 as sales rose 2.8% year on year to $4.21 billion. On the other hand, the company’s outlook for the full year was close to analysts’ estimates with revenue guided to $17.05 billion at the midpoint. Its non-GAAP profit of $11.09 per share was 6.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Mortgage finance REIT Annaly Capital Management (NYSE:NLY) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 74.8% year on year to $921.8 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.40 per share was 66.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company First Financial Bancorp (NASDAQ:FFBC) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales rose 6.5% year on year to $238.8 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.64 per share was 4% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Electronic manufacturing services company Plexus (NASDAQ:PLXS) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 9.6% year on year to $1.07 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $1.13 billion, coming in 4.1% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.78 per share was 2.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Digital lending platform LendingClub (NYSE:LC) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 22.7% year on year to $266.5 million. Its GAAP profit of $0.35 per share was 3.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional bank Washington Trust Bancorp (NASDAQ:WASH) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 20.4% year on year to $59.25 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.83 per share was 10.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Freight transportation intermediary C.H. Robinson (NASDAQ:CHRW) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 6.5% year on year to $3.91 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.23 per share was 9.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Denim clothing company Levi's (NYSE:LEVI) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $1.77 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.41 per share was 4.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Home appliances manufacturer Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $4.10 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $15.45 billion at the midpoint came in 0.9% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $1.91 per share was 32% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Environmental engineering firm Tetra Tech (NASDAQ:TTEK) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 13.4% year on year to $1.04 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $1 billion at the midpoint, 1% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.40 per share was 26% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Enterprise workflow automation company ServiceNow (NYSE:NOW) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 20.7% year on year to $3.57 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.92 per share was 3.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Technology and consulting giant IBM (NYSE:IBM) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 12.1% year on year to $19.69 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.52 per share was 5.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Financial technology provider SEI Investments (NASDAQ:SEIC) reported Q4 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 9.1% year on year to $607.9 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.38 per share was 2.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Diversified bank holding company Merchants Bancorp (NASDAQCM:MBIN) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 4.4% year on year to $185.3 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.28 per share was 32% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Freight delivery company Landstar (NASDAQ:LSTR) fell short of the markets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales falling 3.2% year on year to $1.17 billion. Its GAAP profit of $0.70 per share was 29.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Medical tech company CONMED (NYSE:CNMD) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.9% year on year to $373.2 million. On the other hand, the company’s full-year revenue guidance of $1.36 billion at the midpoint came in 0.7% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.43 per share was 8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company First Interstate BancSystem (NASDAQ:FIBK) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 20% year on year to $313 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.08 per share was 65.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Homebuilder NVR (NYSE:NVR) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales fell by 4.7% year on year to $2.71 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $121.54 per share was 14.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Semiconductor equipment maker Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 22.1% year on year to $5.34 billion. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($5.7 billion at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 6.2% above what analysts were expecting. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.27 per share was 8.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Technology giant Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 16.7% year on year to $81.27 billion. Its GAAP profit of $5.16 per share was 34.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Social network operator Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 23.8% year on year to $59.89 billion. On top of that, next quarter’s revenue guidance ($55 billion at the midpoint) was surprisingly good and 7.1% above what analysts were expecting. Its GAAP profit of $8.88 per share was 8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Texas-based commercial bank Stellar Bancorp (NYSE:STEL) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $109 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.51 per share was in line with analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of eyewear retailer Warby Parker (NYSE:WRBY) fell 7.5% in the afternoon session after an analyst expressed a cautious view on the company's partnership with Google for AI-enabled glasses. 

Shares of website building platform Wix (NASDAQ:WIX) jumped 6.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced that its board of directors approved a new share repurchase program of up to $2 billion. The authorization covered a two-year period spanning fiscal years 2026 and 2027, allowing the company to buy back its ordinary shares and/or convertible notes. The company said the program was supported by strong cash generation from operations. This significant buyback plan signaled the board's confidence in Wix's ability to generate strong cash flow and its commitment to boosting shareholder value.

Shares of computer processor maker Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) jumped 10.2% in the afternoon session after reports surfaced that chip giants Nvidia and Apple were considering using Intel's foundry services for future chip production. 

Regional banking company Renasant (NYSE:RNST) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 66% year on year to $281.5 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.91 per share was 13.5% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of lifestyle clothing conglomerate VF Corp (NYSE:VFC) fell 10% in the afternoon session after the company's weak first-quarter guidance overshadowed its fourth-quarter earnings beat. 

Regional bank Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS) reported Q4 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 10.2% year on year to $226.9 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.64 per share was 15.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Regional banking company WesBanco (NASDAQ:WSBC) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 63% year on year to $266.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.84 per share was 1.2% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Shares of regional bank Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS) jumped 6.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings and revenue that surpassed Wall Street's expectations.