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Shake Shack Inc (NYSE: SHAK) is among the few companies in the space that can deliver "well above-average" revenue and earnings growth over the longer term, but this doesn't mean investors should be buyers of the stock right now, according to Baird. The Analyst Baird analyst David...

Peloton Interactive Inc (NASDAQ: PTON) saw stronger results than expected in nearly every metric in the connected fitness bike provider's first quarter as a public company, keeping sell-side analysts along for the ride. The Analysts JMP's Ronald Josey reiterated a Market Outperform rating...

Under Armour Inc (NASDAQ: UAA) shares are recovering slightly after suffering a massive drop Monday after the company confirmed it's facing an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Justice Department into its accounting practices. On Monday, the apparel company reported a...

Under Armour Inc (NASDAQ: UAA) reported a solid third-quarter earnings beat Monday, but was any upside was drowned out by the news that the company's accounting is the subject of a probe by the SEC and Justice Department. The sportswear company is being investigated for its revenue-recognition...

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) turned in an unexpectedly strong second quarter with revenue and earnings beating expectations. But analysts' enthusiasm was limited by the company's unexpected decision to push the next title in its "Battlefield" franchise out a year to 2022,...

Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ: TXRH) reported third-quarter results, which was mostly cheered by Street analysts but sparked a debate if investors should buy the stock. Q3 Sizzles Texas Roadhouse's quarter report is highlighted by a "solid" comps beat of 4.4% versus 4.3%, a "...

Gilead Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: GILD) reported after the market close Thursday with results that left investors uninspired.  The Analysts Morgan Stanley analyst Matthew Harrison maintained an Equal-weight rating on Gilead with a $75 price target. Baird analyst Brian Skorney maintained...

FMC Corp (NYSE: FMC) seems well-positioned to generate top-line and adjusted EBITDA growth in 2020 and beyond, driven by new product launches, share gains in key markets and operating leverage, according to Baird. The Analyst Baird’s Ben Kallo upgraded FMC from Neutral to Outperform, raising...

Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) was in the delivery business before delivery was so cool, and it will withstand the current onslaught of new food delivery companies, analysts said as they kept bullish ratings intact despite mixed third-quarter results. The Analysts Wedbush analyst Nick...

Wells Fargo & Co (NYSE: WFC)’s new CEO should bring some needed stability as the bank tries to get out from under regulatory restrictions, but a return to growth won’t happen overnight, sell-side analysts said from the sidelines Monday.  The bank announced Friday that Charlie...

Aimmune Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ: AIMT) shares have been on an extended downtrend since the start of 2018. This thinly traded, small-cap biotech is on the radar ahead of a key FDA panel meeting scheduled for Friday, Sept. 13. A briefing document posted on the FDA’s website Wednesday...

Gene therapy is an emerging therapeutic area, and Axovant Gene Therapies Ltd (NASDAQ: AXGT) is an attractive play on the sector, according to Baird. The Analyst Brian Skorney upgraded Axovant from Neutral to Outperform and lowered the price target from $16 to $13. The Thesis Axovant...

Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT) is likely to show continued strength in multiple financial metrics when it reports second quarter earnings Thursday, Aug. 15, according to Baird. The Analyst Peter Benedict maintained an Outperform rating on Walmart with an unchanged $115 price target. The Thesis...

Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) shares are higher by more than 25% since the start of 2019, and the stock still offers investors a compelling entry point ahead of the second-quarter print Aug. 21, according to Baird. The Analyst Peter Benedict maintained an Outperform rating on Target with an...

Twilio Inc (NYSE: TWLO) reported in-line second-quarter EPS and revenue above analyst expectations. The company also issued third-quarter guidance above consensus estimates and said it reached a $1 billion annual revenue run rate in the second quarter for the first time. Twilio is up 56% year to...