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Research Alert: Wsp Q1: Trc Completion + Ebitda Margin Expansion = Positive Start To Year

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:WSP reported a double beat quarter with net revenues of CAD3,709M, narrowly beating consensus by 1% and growing 10.8% Y/Y, while adjusted EPS of CAD2.21 rose 25.6% and beat consensus by 7%. Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded 80 bps to 16.8% as adjusted EBITDA increased 16.5% to CAD622.2M, near the high end of management's outlook range. Organic growth of 5.0% combined with 9.0% acquisition growth from the TRC and Ricardo acquisitions drove the revenue increase, with adjusted net earnings climbing 29.9% to CAD297.7M. Management noted a CAD50M Q/Q improvement in free cash flow when adjusting for prior-year factoring benefits, though free cash flow shifted to an outflow of CAD29M. Long-term debt increased significantly to CAD7,259.8M from CAD3,441.8M following TRC acquisition financing, pushing the leverage ratio above the target range to 2.3x. Backlog reached CAD19.7B, up 19.0%, representing 11.5 months of revenue, while days sales outstanding improved to 67 days from 70 days.

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Research Alert: Ptc Lifts Fy 26 Eps Guidance, Helped By Share Repurchases And Margin Expansion

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:PTC delivered Q2 FY 26 (Mar-Q) results well above the Street, with sales of $774M (+22% Y/Y) vs. the $713M expected and non-GAAP EPS of $2.69 (vs. $2.11), reflecting 50% Y/Y growth, led by 600 bps of Y/Y non-GAAP operating margin expansion to 53%. Constant currency annual recurring revenue (ARR) growth of 8.5% to $2.39B landed at the top of PTC's guidance range but decelerated from Q1's 9.0%, while operating cash flow surged 14% to $321M (vs. 13% growth in Q1). Management maintained its FY 26 ARR growth guidance at 7.5%-9.5% and kept FCF expectations at $850M, but raised its non-GAAP EPS midpoint to $7.78 from $7.60. We see support from accelerated share repurchase activity, including $625M in Q2 and $1.275B planned in FY 26, reflecting strong cash generation and a commitment to shareholder returns while maintaining a conservative debt-to-EBITDA ratio (0.8x exiting Q2). The completion of the Kepware and ThingWorx divestitures in March should allow PTC to sharpen its focus on core CAD, PLM, and ALM solutions.

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Research Alert: Host Hotels & Resorts Inc Q1: Guidance Up, Revpar Momentum Continues

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:HST reported Q1 2026 revenue of $1.6B (+3.2% Y/Y), $49M above consensus, with FFO per share of $0.67 (+4.7% Y/Y) beating consensus by $0.06. Comparable total RevPAR increased 4.6% Y/Y to $418.20, with hotel EBITDA margins expanding 70 bps to 32.7% and occupancy improving 40 bps to 70.3%, driven by strong performance in Miami (+14.9%), San Francisco/San Jose (+25.6%), and Jacksonville (+16.1%). We believe HST's strategic renovations with Hyatt and Marriott, including $19M in operating guarantees expected in 2026, support long-term asset value enhancement and competitive positioning. Management raised FY 2026 guidance with FFO now expected at $2.10-$2.16 per share and comparable hotel RevPAR growth of 3.5%-5.0%. We expect continued benefit from FIFA World Cup events and special events driving modest improvements to group bookings. HST maintains a robust balance sheet with $3.4B in total liquidity including $1.7B cash, providing flexibility for $175-$210M in transformational capital investments.

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Research Alert: Kxs Q1: Blowout 32% Ebitda Margin Highlights Double Beat Quarter

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:KXS delivered a blowout Q1, beating revenue expectations with $165.6M (+25% Y/Y) and adjusted EPS of $1.34 versus the $1.14 consensus, more than doubling Y/Y. SaaS revenue accelerated to 21% growth, reaching $102.9M, while subscription term licenses surged 111% and adjusted EBITDA margin expanded an unexpected 700 bps to 32%. The strong performance was driven by record new business bookings, operating leverage, and successful wins in large customer opportunities and existing relationship expansions. Management maintained cautious FY 26 guidance of $620M-$635M revenue and 17%-19% SaaS growth despite the Q1 outperformance. Annual recurring revenue accelerated to 20% growth reaching $447M, while operating cash flow surged 87% to $59.1M in its asset-light model. The contracted revenue backlog of $948.7M provides strong visibility with $309.3M expected in remainder of 2026. We view the maintained guidance as conservative and believe the company should be able to exceed these targets.

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Research Alert: Mksi Delivers Q1 Results And Guidance Solidly Ahead Of Consensus, Aided By Ai

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:MKSI reported Q1 sales of $1.08B (+15% Y/Y), beating consensus expectations of $1.05B, with non-GAAP EPS of $2.30 (+35% Y/Y) well ahead of consensus at $2.05. Gross margin of 47.0% (+60bps Q/Q, -40bps Y/Y) and operating margin of 21.8% (+80bps Q/Q, +160bps Y/Y) demonstrated operational improvements. We continue to attribute this strength to growing AI infrastructure demand, which is increasingly benefiting MKSI across all segments where spending is expected to accelerate. Q2 guidance was well ahead of the Street, with revenue and EPS midpoints of $1.20B and $2.90 vs. consensus of $1.09B/$2.38. Semiconductor segment (43% of sales) grew 13% Y/Y, accelerating from 9% in the prior quarter, while Electronics & Packaging (30%) was up 27% and Specialty Industrial (27%) grew 8%, showing continued recovery. We expect AI infrastructure spending to accelerate into H2 2026 and 2027, with management highlighting strong Q1 bookings activity supporting this outlook.

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Research Alert: Mur: Free Cash Flow Turned Positive In Q1

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:MUR posted Q1 adjusted EPS of $0.32, beating consensus of $0.31 by $0.01 but declining from $0.56 in the prior year due to significantly higher exploration expenses of $82.8M versus $14.5M. Production of 174,200 boe/d exceeded guidance of 172,000 boe/d, driven by Eagle Ford outperformance and strong offshore uptime, while oil production of 87,200 b/d also beat expectations and revenue increased 8.9% to $732.4M. The quarter marked a positive inflection with free cash flow turning positive and adjusted EBITDAX rising 31.9% to $465.7M, demonstrating strong operational performance despite higher exploration costs in Cote d'Ivoire and Vietnam. Capital spending of $465M came in below the $540M guidance midpoint due to phasing of exploration costs to later in the year. Key development milestones remain on track, with Chinook #8 spud targeting 15,000 boe/d in H2 26, Vietnam Lac Da Vang first oil expected Q4 26, and newly approved Banjo/Cello fields targeting Q4 27 first oil.

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Research Alert: Cgnx Posts Q1 Beats On Broad-based Demand; Guides Above Consensus

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:CGNX delivered solid Q1 2026 results with revenue of $268M (+24% Y/Y), beating consensus by $22M, while adjusted EPS of $0.34 (+113% Y/Y) exceeded expectations by $0.09. Margin expansion continued with adjusted EBITDA margin reaching 26.9% (+1,010 bps Y/Y) and operating margin surging to 22.3% (+1,020 bps), demonstrating exceptional operational leverage. We believe this validates the diversification strategy and suggests industrial automation recovery is gaining momentum. Strong cash generation produced $42.3M in free cash flow (+11% Y/Y), while the company returned $113M to shareholders and maintains $622M in cash with zero debt. Q2 guidance indicates continued momentum with revenue expected at $280M-$300M and adjusted EPS of $0.40-$0.44 (+68% Y/Y at midpoint), above consensus of $0.30. We see the combination of technology leadership, operational excellence, and end-market diversification positioning CGNX well for sustained outperformance through the automation cycle.

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Research Alert: Albemarle Corporation Posts Strong Q1 Beat On Lithium Recovery

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Albemarle delivered strong Q1 results with net sales of $1.43B (+33% Y/Y, 8.4% above consensus) and adjusted EPS of $2.95 vs. a loss of $0.18 in the prior year, beating consensus by $1.64. Adjusted EBITDA surged 148% Y/Y to $664M, demonstrating significant operational leverage as lithium pricing recovered. The Energy Storage segment led recovery with sales of $891M (+70% Y/Y) driven by pricing improvements (+51%) and volume growth (+14%), while adjusted EBITDA jumped 196% to $551M. Management provided 2026 outlook scenarios based on lithium pricing. Assuming the FY 25 average (~$10/kg LCE) projects $4.1B-$4.3B sales and $0.9B-$1.0B adjusted EBITDA, while the Q1 2026 average (~$20/kg LCE) suggests $5.7B-$6.0B sales and $2.4B-$2.6B adjusted EBITDA. We believe ALB's balance sheet optimization through $1.3B debt reduction and $648M in divestiture proceeds strengthens financial flexibility. ALB remains on track for $100M-$150M in annual cost improvements while maintaining disciplined capex guidance of $550M-$600M.

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Research Alert: Sun Life Posts Modestky Higher Q1 Operating Eps

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Sun Life Financial posted Q1 2026 underlying EPS of $1.89, up 4% Y/Y, matching consensus but missing our $1.93 estimate. Reported results were significantly impacted by $310M in one-time charges, including $165M for SLC Management acquisitions and $145M legal settlement. Asia remained a standout performer with underlying net income rising 17% Y/Y to $216M, driven by strong Hong Kong sales momentum and 41% growth in individual insurance sales, reinforcing its position as a key growth engine. Canada delivered solid 7% Y/Y growth in underlying net income to $370M, supported by higher fee income from AUM growth. Asset management results were mixed with underlying net income declining 7% Y/Y to $363M as lower catch-up fees offset solid MFS performance, while net outflows widened to $17.8B from $6.2B. We view the underlying ROE improvement to 18.6% from 17.7% as encouraging, reflecting effective capital deployment despite operational headwinds.

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Research Alert: Sun Life Posted Modestly Higher Q1 Operating Eps

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Research Alert: Royal Gold Posts Q1 Miss Despite Impressive Earnings Growth

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Royal Gold posted Q1 revenue of $469.1M, up 143% Y/Y but missing consensus by 1.5%, while adjusted EPS of $2.72 fell $0.03 short of estimates despite 80% Y/Y growth. Results reflect the first full quarter integrating the Sandstorm, Horizon, and Kansanshi acquisitions completed in 2025, with operating cash flow reaching $293.6M and an 83% adjusted EBITDA margin. The transformational acquisition activity repositioned the portfolio with enhanced diversification: 71% gold, 16% silver, 10% copper exposure across 55% North America, 23% South/Central America, 18% EMEA, and 3% Australia Pacific. Management retired $300M of debt during Q1, bringing outstanding balance to $525M and targeting full repayment by early Q1 2027, while authorizing a $500M share repurchase program. We believe the expanded portfolio's scale benefits and geographic diversification address previous concentration risk concerns, though execution depends on mining partners across a wider asset base.

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Research Alert: Hp: A Rough March Quarter, Both At Home And Abroad

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:HP posted an adjusted operating loss of $0.38 per share in Q3, deteriorating from a $0.15 loss in Q2 and missing consensus by $0.34, while revenues of $932M fell 8.4% sequentially amid lower activity levels. Adjusted EBITDA of $178M declined 23% sequentially amid persistent margin compression across all segments. Regional headwinds abounded with North America direct margin falling 10% to $215M on reduced average active rigs and pricing pressure, while International plunged 60% to $11.5M primarily due to Middle East conflict impacts starting February 28. Management guided North America direct margin to recover to $230M-$240M in Q4, but provided an exceptionally wide $12M-$32M range for International given ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. HP meaningfully strengthened its balance sheet by completing the Utica Square sale for after-tax proceeds exceeding $100M and retiring $400M in debt ahead of schedule, while returning $25M to shareholders and focusing on the $350M bond maturity in 2027.

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Research Alert: Macerich Company Q1: $272m Annapolis Acquisition Bolsters Go-forward Portfolio

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:MAC reported Q1 revenue of $242M, down 3.1% Y/Y and 7.8% Q/Q, with leasing revenue of $226M. Revenue including unconsolidated joint ventures on a pro rata basis was $297M, down 3.0% Y/Y. The company's SNO pipeline reached $116M, representing cumulative incremental revenue through 2028, which we view as a positive catalyst for future growth momentum. MAC replaced same-store NOI reporting with Go-Forward Portfolio Centers metrics going forward. Go-Forward Portfolio NOI (excluding lease termination income) increased 1.2% Y/Y to $173M, while portfolio tenant sales per square foot reached $899 for the trailing-12-month period, up 7.4% Y/Y and 2.0% vs. Q4 2025. Go-Forward Portfolio Centers sales per square foot hit $941, up 4.8% Y/Y and 2.2% vs. Q4 2025. MAC signed 1.6M square feet of leases in Q1, up 2.5% Y/Y excluding prior-year multi-location anchor renewals. We believe the improving sales productivity and strong leasing momentum support the company's operational progress despite the sequential revenue decline.

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Research Alert: Run Posts Strong Margins, But Cash Burn Disappointed

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:RUN reported Q1 sales of $722M (+43% Y/Y), beating consensus estimates of ~$639M, though we view this as largely an accounting presentation issue rather than fundamental business acceleration. Operational metrics show significant volume declines with storage capacity installed (282 MWh, -15% Y/Y), solar capacity (154 MW, -19% Y/Y), and subscriber additions (17,665, -25% Y/Y) all declining. We view RUN's storage-first positioning as strategic for long-term distributed energy opportunities, with storage attachment rate reaching a record 73% (+400 bps Y/Y), though monetization remains in early innings. Management maintained 2026 cash generation guidance of $250M-$450M despite Q1 cash burn of $59M (vs. +$56M in Q1 2025). We view the improvement in net subscriber value to $11,892 (+14% Y/Y) as encouraging, driven by larger system sizes and lower cost of capital, but broader industry headwinds are playing an increasingly significant role.

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Research Alert: Ftnt Surpassed Expectations On Product Revenue Outperformance; Raises Outlook

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:FTNT delivered exceptional Q1 2026 results with revenue of $1.85B beating consensus by $120M and non-GAAP EPS of $0.82 exceeding estimates by $0.20. Product revenue accelerated to $645M (+40.5% Y/Y) significantly outpacing service revenue growth of 11%, while billings surged 30.5% to $2.09B. The robust appliance demand suggests active security infrastructure refreshes, though we highlight potential pulled-forward demand amid supply chain challenges and higher memory prices. Operating leverage remained strong with non-GAAP operating margin expanding 160 bps to 36%, while record cash generation of $1.08B in operating cash flow underscores the business model's strength. We expect the SASE evolution and "SASE Firewall" convergence to serve as key differentiators in the competitive landscape. Management raised 2026 revenue guidance to $7.71B-$7.87B from $7.50B-$7.70B, above consensus of $7.6B, and lifted EPS guidance to $3.10-$3.16 from $2.94-$3.00, beating Street forecasts of $3.00.

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Research Alert: Cohr's Results/guidance Beat Modestly, Led By Continued Data Center Momentum

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:COHR reported Q3 FY 26 revenue of $1.81B (+21% Y/Y), beating consensus of $1.78B, while non-GAAP EPS of $1.41 (+55% Y/Y) exceeded the Street's $1.39 view. Datacenter & Communications revenue accelerated to 41% Y/Y growth, representing 75% of sales, while Industrial revenue declined 2% on a pro forma basis amid macro headwinds. We view the impressive margin expansion as validation of strong operational execution, with non-GAAP gross margin reaching 39.6% (+105 bps Y/Y) and operating margin hitting 20.3% (+163 bps Y/Y). Q4 guidance exceeded expectations with revenue midpoint of $1.98B (+29% Y/Y) and non-GAAP EPS of $1.62 (+62%) vs. consensus of $1.91B and $1.54. We believe CPO momentum continues building with an exceptionally large purchase order secured and NVDA's equity investment providing additional validation. We expect the planned doubling of InP capacity by 2027 to unlock further growth as higher-margin 1.6T transceivers and 6-inch wafers drive favorable product mix.

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Research Alert: Zg Beats Q1 Ebitda But Guides Q2 Profitability Lower On Legal And Ad Costs

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:ZG's Q1 revenue of $708M exceeded consensus and grew 18% Y/Y, driven by Mortgages (+56%) and Rentals (+42%) segments, while core Residential grew a modest 8%. Adjusted EBITDA of $182M beat consensus $168.39M despite 160-bp margin headwind from legal expenses, supported by strong cost control and 44% Y/Y adjusted free cash flow growth. However, Q2 adjusted EBITDA guidance of $150M-$165M fell substantially short of consensus $190.55M due to front-loaded advertising spend and $20M in incremental legal costs. Management reiterated full-year mid-teens revenue growth and margin expansion, implying significant 2H recovery. We believe legal risks create meaningful uncertainty, with ongoing litigation pressures coinciding with moderating internal traffic metrics (average monthly users down 3% Y/Y) and reduced cash position of $788M vs $1.3B in Q4. In our view, the company faces execution risk navigating legal headwinds while maintaining growth momentum in a challenging environment.

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Research Alert: Metlife, Inc. Q1 Eps Tops Expectations On Broad-based Growth

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:MET posted Q1 operating EPS of $2.42 versus $1.96 last year, topping our $2.20 estimate and the $2.27 consensus view. Q1 operating revenues rose 6.5% to $19.7B due to a 5% rise in premiums and 10% higher net investment income, while full-year 2025 revenue growth of 8.7% exceeded our 2%-6% forecast. We are encouraged by broad-based above-peer growth rates despite lower pension risk transfer (PRT) activity, with premium and fee revenues excluding PRT growing 10% and strong results across segments including Group Benefits (+19% earnings), Asia (+31%), and Investment Management (+68%). We look for management to provide outlook on 2026 PRT activity and employee benefits demand on tomorrow's conference call. Despite PRT volatility, we view the results as encouraging given MET's ability to generate solid underlying growth, return $1.1B to shareholders in Q1, and deliver strong performance in its asset management unit amid an uncertain business climate.

$MET

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Research Alert: Gt: Earnings Ahead Of Consensus, But Warns Of More Challenges Ahead

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:Goodyear Tire & Rubber (GT) posted Q1 adjusted EPS of -$0.39 vs. -$0.04, ahead of the -$0.43 consensus. The beat was due to stronger-than-expected sales, as revenue fell 8.7% to $3.88B ($70M ahead of consensus) on an 11.6% drop in tire sales volume, partially offset by higher prices. Segment operating margin contracted 220 bps to 2.4%. The quarter was marked by weak demand in tire markets across the majority of its key geographies. Looking ahead, management said it expects increased pressure on tire industry demand and higher raw material costs stemming from the Middle East conflict, which will require continued meaningful actions to strengthen its cost structure. GT shares are currently trading 2% lower after hours due to the cautious guidance. GT continues to face demand-related issues, and the recent spike in oil prices should equate to meaningful pressures on profitability, as approximately two-thirds of GT's raw materials costs are petroleum-based (and it doesn't hedge commodity prices).

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Research Alert: Mtdr: A Q1 Eps Beat Despite Weak Natural Gas Pricing

CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:MTDR reported Q1 EPS of $1.53, beating consensus by $0.26, due to above-guidance production of 207,594 boe/d versus the 200k-205k boe/d range and 1.1% above consensus. Oil pricing was flat at $72.83/b compared to $72.38/b in Q1 2025, while natural gas prices plummeted 82% Y/Y to $0.64/MMBtu due to Permian Basin congestion, though natural gas comprised only 42% of total production, limiting adverse impact. The Hugh Brinson pipeline expected online in Q3-Q4 should provide relief, adding potential $90M annually per $0.50/MMBtu price improvement with 500k MMBtu/d firm transportation capacity. Management reaffirmed full-year capex guidance while raising production estimates, citing efficiency gains from multi-well completions and reduced diesel consumption through electric fracturing fleets. We expect significant free cash flow improvement with MTDR projecting $1.1B-$1.2B for CY 26 versus $437M actual in CY 25, reflecting operational innovations and anticipated natural gas pricing recovery.

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