Macy’s Reports Earnings; Abercrombie Surges; Okta Falls

On this episode of Stock Movers:

Macy’s (M) posted better-than-expected quarterly results — a sign the department-store operator’s strategy of focusing on its best-performing locations is starting to pay off despite weakening consumer sentiment and tariff volatility.Comparable-store sales in the fiscal quarter ended May 3 fell less than analysts had anticipated, the company reported on Wednesday, while revenue of $4.6 billion in the period also surpassed the average estimate.

- Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) shares rose sharply in premarket trading Wednesday after the retailer upped its full-year outlook, suggesting the retailer is confident in its ability to navigate the changing tariff landscape.The fashion retailer now sees full year net sales growth of 3% to 6% up from its estimate of 3% to 5% in March. This included approximately $50 million of tariff expenses.Comparable sales for the Abercrombie namesake brand fell 10% in the quarter ending May 3, a bigger drop than analysts were anticipating, the New Albany, Ohio-based company said. Hollister brand comparable sales were up 23%, far surpassing expectations.

- Okta (OKTA)shares are down 12% in premarket trading, after the cybersecurity company gave a weaker-than-expected outlook for second-quarter current remaining performance obligation. Analysts see the forecast as conservative.

- Vail Resorts (MTN) shares jump 11% in US premarket trading after the operator of ski resorts reappointed Rob Katz as CEO, succeeding Kirsten Lynch, and reaffirmed its fiscal 2025 guidance. Analysts see the leadership change as positive, with JPMorgan upgrading its rating on the stock.

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