MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA — As the 2026 tax season enters its most critical window, Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU) reported its fiscal second-quarter earnings today, February 26, 2026, revealing a business in the midst of a profound technological pivot. The financial software giant posted a 15% year-over-year revenue increase to $4.53
Date: February 26, 2026 Introduction Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU) has long been the undisputed titan of the financial software industry, but its latest second-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings report has solidified its position as a pioneer in the "Generative AI" era. Reporting a significant beat on both the top and bottom lines, Intuit has successfully navigated [...]
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the Trump administration's announcement of new global tariffs, reignited trade policy uncertainty.
The performance of consumer discretionary businesses is closely linked to economic cycles. Unfortunately, the industry’s recent performance suggests demand may be slowing as
discretionary stocks were flat over the past six months while the S&P 500 gained 6.5%.
H&R Block’s fourth quarter results modestly exceeded Wall Street’s expectations, driven by steady demand for assisted tax preparation and improvements in operational efficiency. Management cited the introduction of new AI-enabled tools for tax professionals and enhanced client experiences as key contributors. CEO Curtis Campbell noted that “advancements we’ve made to embed AI-enabled tax pro assistance and optimize our assisted virtual experience” helped position the company for a productive tax season. The company’s focus on streamlining manual processes and adapting to evolving tax complexity also played a role in stabilizing recent performance.
Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street.
Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.
Tax preparation company H&R Block (NYSE:HRB) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 11.1% year on year to $198.9 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $3.89 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP loss of $1.84 per share was 2.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Tax preparation company H&R Block (NYSE:HRB) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q4 CY2025, with sales up 11.1% year on year to $198.9 million. The company expects the full year’s revenue to be around $3.89 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP loss of $1.84 per share was 2.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages.
Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.
As the IRS officially opens the 2026 tax filing season today, January 19, 2026, the American economy is standing on the precipice of a massive, unintended fiscal injection. Analysts are projecting a record-breaking tax-refund windfall between $100 billion and $150 billion over the next three months—a surge primarily fueled
The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article.
Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.
Shares of tax preparation company H&R Block (NYSE:HRB)
jumped 3% in the afternoon session after investors wagered geopolitical tension would be contained following the U.S. military's operation in Venezuela, with the Dow hitting a fresh record.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA — As the calendar turned to 2026, Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) found itself at a critical technical and psychological juncture. Scott Cook, the company’s visionary co-founder and long-time director, executed a series of massive share liquidations in the final days of 2025, totaling more than $100 million.
Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.
What a brutal six months it’s been for H&R Block. The stock has dropped 20% and now trades at $43.91, rattling many shareholders. This might have investors contemplating their next move.
H&R Block exemplifies quality investing with exceptional profitability, high cash conversion, and a strong dividend, trading at a reasonable valuation.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how specialized consumer services stocks fared in Q3, starting with Matthews (NASDAQ:MATW).
