RCKY Overview

Validea's Upgrades: Today's upgrades for Validea's Book/Market Investor model highlight significant changes in ratings for Rocky Brands Inc. (RCKY) and Just Eat Takeaway.com NV (JTKWY), reflecting improved financial fundamentals and stock valuations.

Rocky Brands Inc. Analysis: RCKY, a small-cap value stock in the Footwear industry, saw its rating increase from 0% to 90%, indicating strong interest based on its financial health and valuation metrics.

Just Eat Takeaway.com NV Analysis: JTKWY, a mid-cap value stock in the Business Services sector, experienced a rating rise from 0% to 80%, suggesting notable interest due to its underlying financial performance.

Joseph Piotroski's Influence: Joseph Piotroski, an accountant and professor, developed a stock-selection method that has historically outperformed the market, and his strategies are utilized by Validea to identify promising investment opportunities.

Third Quarter Profit Increase: ROCKY BRANDS INC reported a profit of $7.21 million, or $0.96 per share, for the third quarter, up from $5.27 million, or $0.70 per share, in the same period last year.

Adjusted Earnings: The company’s adjusted earnings for the quarter were $7.75 million, or $1.03 per share, excluding certain items.

Revenue Growth: Revenue increased by 7.0% to $122.54 million, compared to $114.55 million in the previous year.

Earnings Summary: Key earnings figures include $7.21 million in earnings, $0.96 EPS, and $122.54 million in revenue, all showing improvement from last year.

Validea's Value Investor Model: Today's upgrades for Validea's Value Investor model, based on Benjamin Graham's strategy, highlight ROCKY BRANDS INC and GRAHAM HOLDINGS CO, both of which saw their ratings increase from 71% to 86% due to improved fundamentals and valuations.

Company Profiles: ROCKY BRANDS INC operates in the footwear industry with a diverse brand portfolio, while GRAHAM HOLDINGS CO is a diversified holding company involved in various sectors including education, broadcasting, and manufacturing.

Semtech's Strong Performance: Semtech shares surged 17% after reporting better-than-expected Q2 results with a profit of 41 cents per share and strong revenue guidance for Q3 at $266 million.

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EchoStar's Major Deal: EchoStar's stock skyrocketed 80% after AT&T announced plans to purchase wireless spectrum licenses from them for $23 billion, expected to close by mid-2026.

Mixed Reactions in Retail and Pharma: Canada Goose and VF Corp saw gains after upgrades, while Constellation Brands fell 2% due to a downgrade; Eli Lilly's weight loss pill showed promising trial results, boosting its stock by 2%.

Semtech's Strong Performance: Semtech's shares rose 17% after reporting better-than-expected Q2 results with a profit of 41 cents per share and strong guidance for Q3 revenue at $266 million.

Cracker Barrel's Logo Controversy: Cracker Barrel's stock increased by 4.5% following backlash over its new logo, with President Trump suggesting a return to the old design after seven days of losses.

EchoStar's Major Surge: EchoStar's stock surged 80% after AT&T announced plans to purchase wireless spectrum licenses from them for $23 billion, expected to close in mid-2026.

Mixed Reactions in Retail and Pharma: Canada Goose and VF Corporation saw gains after upgrades, while Constellation Brands fell 2% due to a downgrade, and Eli Lilly's stock rose 2% after positive trial results for its weight loss pill.