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KeyBanc's Hammond Reaffirms Buy Rating on Enpro (NPO), Sets Price Target at $345

Ameresco and HASI Form Joint Venture Neogenyx Fuels

Needham Analyst Maintains Buy Rating on Sonic Automotive

Jeff Osborne Reiterates Buy Rating on HASI with $50 Price Target

Power Integrations Reports Q1 Revenue Growth of 3% to $108.3 Million

HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital released FY2026 Q1 earnings on May 7 After-Market EST, actual revenue USD 20.41 M (forecast USD 35.44 M), actual EPS USD -0.57 (forecast USD 0.445)

Power Integrations released FY2026 Q1 earnings on May 7 After-Market EST, actual revenue USD 108.31 M (forecast USD 107.65 M), actual EPS USD 0.0594 (forecast USD 0.0395)

Power Integrations Announces Q1 2026 Financial Results

HASI to Report Q1 2026 Financial Results

Enpro released FY2026 Q1 earnings on May 5 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 303 M (forecast USD 303.9 M), actual EPS USD 1.2863 (forecast USD 1.31)

EnPro Reports Q1 Earnings and Raises Full-Year Outlook

Matson released FY2026 Q1 earnings on May 4 After-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 757.8 M (forecast USD 777.55 M), actual EPS USD 1.85 (forecast USD 1.6079)

Ameresco Reports Q1 2026 Earnings and Announces Joint Venture with HASI

CFRA Maintains Sonic Automotive 'Hold' Rating and Raises Price Target

Sonic Automotive released FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 3.689 B (forecast USD 3.729 B), actual EPS USD 1.79 (forecast USD 1.425)

Insperity released FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 1.895 B (forecast USD 1.893 B), actual EPS USD 0.88 (forecast USD 0.8612)

Trinity Industries released FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 492 M (forecast USD 538.87 M), actual EPS USD 0.298 (forecast USD 0.34)

Power Integrations to Release FY2026 Q1 Earnings on May 7 After-Market EST, Forecast Revenue USD 106.66 M, EPS USD 0.113

HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital to Release FY2026 Q1 Earnings on May 7 After-Market EST, Forecast Revenue USD 35.44 M, EPS USD 0.445

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The article argues against the traditional advice of 'Sell in May,' suggesting it could lead to costly mistakes this year. It highlights the potential for small-cap stocks, particularly the Russell 2000 index, which has outperformed the S&P 500 recently. The author emphasizes that July has historically been a strong month for the market, countering the notion that summer months are weak. An exclusive watchlist of small-cap stocks is also mentioned.

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Ivan Illan, Chief Investment Officer at AWAIM, discusses the paradox in the U.S. equity market as of mid-2026, highlighting strong earnings growth in the S&P 500 but elevated valuations. He advocates for a selective approach to U.S. small and mid-cap (SMID) companies, noting significant dispersion within the asset class that presents opportunities for active managers. However, he warns of risks related to debt refinancing and emphasizes the potential for well-positioned firms to gain market share. The manufacturing sector shows signs of recovery, further supporting selective SMID investment.

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Five tech giants now represent about half of the recent S&P 500 gains, with semiconductors making up a record 15% of the index. While Applied Materials experiences record growth, companies like Himax and Power Integrations face sales declines, highlighting uneven AI demand benefits. Analysts warn of bubble risks, drawing parallels to the 1990s dot-com era, suggesting that high valuations and concentrated market leadership could exacerbate a downturn.

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The small-cap Russell 2000 index fell 2.4% on Friday, marking its worst decline since November, despite a year-to-date gain of 12.6%. Rising long-term Treasury yields are testing the sustainability of small caps' recent outperformance, as higher rates can negatively impact smaller companies with more floating-rate debt. Analysts suggest that for small caps to continue rising, a more stable macroeconomic environment is needed, including lower interest rates and easing inflation expectations. Improved earnings growth has supported small caps, but many companies remain unprofitable.

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Small caps are still riding high despite latest setback. But more trouble could lie ahead.

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US major stock indices closed lower, with the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 leading declines due to higher yields and oil prices. The Dow fell 1.07%, S&P 1.24%, and Nasdaq 1.54%. Weekly performance saw losses erase earlier gains, with notable losers including Raytheon (-17.17%) and Shake Shack (-13.89%). Winners included Nebius NV (+24.19%) and Cisco (+22.41%). NVIDIA led gains among major stocks, while Amazon and Tesla were among the weakest performers.

- The major US stock indices closed lower, with the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 experiencing the largest declines, driven by sharply higher yields and rising oil prices.  
- The Dow fell by 537.07 points or 1.07%, while the Russell 2000 tumbled 69.70 points or 2.44%, and the week's losses erased earlier gains across major indices.  
- Notable large-cap losers included Raytheon and Shake Shack, while Nebius NV and Cisco were among the week’s significant winners.

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US major indices close lower. Declines today erase the week's gains.

KeyBanc's Jeffrey Hammond has reaffirmed a Buy rating on Enpro (NPO) with a price target of $345.00. Hammond, a 5-star analyst, has an average return of 15.1% and a 63.58% success rate. The analyst consensus for Enpro is Moderate Buy, with a price target consensus of $315.00.

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KeyBanc Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on Enpro (NPO)

Needham analyst Chris Pierce has maintained a Buy rating on Sonic Automotive (SAH) with a price target of $90.00. He focuses on the Consumer Cyclical sector, which includes companies like Carvana and Lucid Group. Despite an average return of -4.8% and a 39.92% success rate, Pierce's positive outlook is echoed by Citi's Michael Ward. However, J.P. Morgan previously assigned a Sell rating to Sonic Automotive on May 7.

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Needham Keeps Their Buy Rating on Sonic Automotive (SAH)

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