Good MorningEquity markets went on a wild ride in the prior week, and the volatility is likely not over. The peak tariff threat has been postponed, but is still in play, and will continue to drive sharp market swings. However, as much risk as there is, the underlying economic fundamentals remain bullish, including labor market and retail sales data. Both show activity trending at healthy levels, aligning with economies in expansion.
Next week's risk is primarily earnings. The earnings season is slowly ramping up to peak activity, which is expected to be reached in the following week. This week's list includes names like Chipotle Mexican Grill, PepsiCo, and O'Reilly Auto Parts, along with the first report from a FAANG name. Google is scheduled to make its report on Thursday and is forecasted to have grown substantially. Featured: This almost killed Elon Musk (chilling details emerge) (Colonial Metals) 
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Stocks | | | Asian shares were mostly higher in thin Good Friday trading after a bumpy ride on Wall Street, where the Dow industrials lost 1.3% as UnitedHealth shed more than a fifth of its value due to a weaker-than-expected profit report. U.S. stock and bond markets will be closed on Friday. Tokyo's Nikkei 225... Read the Full Story |
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Markets | | | Among the threats tariffs pose to the U.S. economy, none may be as strange as the sell-off in the dollar.Currencies rise and fall all the time because of inflation fears, central bank moves and other factors. But economists worry that the recent drop in the dollar is so dramatic that it reflects som... Read the Full Story |
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Markets | | | Surging U.S. tariffs will weaken the global economy and push up inflation this year, according to projections to be released next week by the International Monetary Fund.The IMF’s Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, said Thursday that the Trump administration’s sharp increases in duties have ca... Read the Full Story |
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Several stocks just announced share buyback authorizations, indicating their intentions to return substantial capital to shareholders. These names range in size from mid-cap to large-cap to one of the largest publicly traded companies in the world. Below are the details on these three names.
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Markets | | | Donald Trump has stepped up his attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the same time that the Supreme Court is considering a case that could make it easier for the president to fire him. The developments are occurring against a backdrop of wider turmoil in the economy and financial market... Read the Full Story |
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J.B. Hunt’s (NASDAQ: JBHT) stock share price came under pressure with the threat of tariffs and their economic impact and fell to a new low following its Q1 release. The low was catalyzed by tepid guidance relative to analysts' forecasts and the price target reset it caused. The takeaway i... Read the Full Story |
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One interesting metric that often goes unmentioned but can provide valuable insight into a company’s capital allocation is the shareholder yield. Many have heard the terms dividend yield and buyback yield. These two terms consider how much a firm spends on dividends and buybacks in rela... Read the Full Story |
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Tech | | | Mike Summers was eager to install solar at his home in Ohio for years, and after he finally replaced his aging roof this year, his solar contractor swung into action. His system — including 19 panels and a battery backup — went up this week, and Summers considers himself lucky.“I'm glad to have done... Read the Full Story |
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AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ: APP), a mobile marketing platform, has presented a contrasting image for tech sector investors. The company’s share price soared past $500 after the announcement of outstanding full-year 2024 financial results in February 2025. However, this peak was shor... Read the Full Story |
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) now finds itself in a precarious situation. The firm will deal with something that many executives dread: activist investors. This situation comes as headlines broke that the investment company Elliott Management has accumulated a large stake in HPE.
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The Early Bird Stock Of The Day Edgewell Personal Care Company is a manufacturer and marketer of personal care products in the wet shave, sun and skin care, feminine care and infant care categories. As of September 30, 2016, the Company had a portfolio of over 25 brands. It manages its business in four segments: Wet Shave, Sun and Skin Care, Feminine Care and All Other. Its Wet shave products are sold under the Schick, Wilkinson Sword, Edge, Skintimate, Shave Guard and Personna brand names. Its Sun and Skin Care products are sold under the Banana Boat, Hawaiian Tropic, Wet Ones and Playtex brand names and offers Wet Ones, portable hand wipes category, and Playtex household gloves, the branded household glove in the United States. Its Feminine Care segment markets its products under the Playtex, Stayfree, Carefree and o.b. brands and markets pads and liners. Its All Other segment includes infant care, pet care and miscellaneous other products. | Should I Buy Edgewell Personal Care Stock? EPC Bull and Bear Case Explained
These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Edgewell Personal Care was last updated on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1:05 AM.
Edgewell Personal Care Bull Case -
The current stock price is $31.69, which is relatively close to its 12-month low of $26.65, potentially offering a buying opportunity for investors looking for value.
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Edgewell Personal Care Co has a diverse portfolio of over 25 brands in personal care categories, which can help mitigate risks associated with market fluctuations in specific segments.
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The company recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, translating to an annualized dividend yield of approximately 1.89%. This can provide a steady income stream for investors.
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Despite recent earnings missing expectations, analysts predict a return to profitability with an expected EPS of 3.16 for the current fiscal year, indicating potential growth.
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With a market cap of $1.53 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.32, Edgewell Personal Care Co may be considered reasonably valued compared to industry peers, making it an attractive investment option.
Edgewell Personal Care Bear Case -
The company has received multiple downgrades from analysts, including a recent reduction in target prices by Morgan Stanley and UBS Group, indicating a lack of confidence in short-term performance.
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Edgewell Personal Care Co reported earnings of only $0.07 per share, missing the consensus estimate of $0.13, which raises concerns about its current operational efficiency and profitability.
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With a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.96, the company is approaching a level where it may be considered highly leveraged, which can increase financial risk, especially in a rising interest rate environment.
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Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, suggesting that there are significant concerns about the company's future performance and market position.
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The company's net margin of 4.09% is relatively low, which may indicate challenges in maintaining profitability amidst competitive pressures in the personal care market.
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