As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q2. Today, we are looking at it distribution & solutions stocks, starting with ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS).
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after markets continued to rally as investor optimism grew for a potential Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. This optimism was largely fueled by a recent consumer price index report that showed inflation easing, along with public comments from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocating for a significant 50-basis-point rate cut. The prospect of lower borrowing costs tends to boost rate-sensitive sectors like Business Services, as it can encourage companies to increase spending on consulting, IT projects, and staffing.
The stocks in this article have caught Wall Street’s attention in a big way, with price targets implying returns above 20%.
But investors should take these forecasts with a grain of salt because analysts typically say nice things about companies so their firms can win business in other product lines like M&A advisory.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after a key inflation report met expectations, bolstering hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut, while a separate report indicated rising optimism among small businesses. The July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed annual inflation holding steady at 2.7%, aligning with forecasts and increasing the probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut to over 94%. Lower interest rates can stimulate the economy by making it cheaper for businesses to borrow and invest.
Shares of IT solutions provider ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) jumped 10.1% in the morning session after the company reported strong second-quarter 2025 results that significantly beat Wall Street's expectations for both revenue and profit. The company posted revenue of $637.3 million, up 17% year-on-year, which easily surpassed the analyst consensus of $516.7 million. The outperformance was even more pronounced on the bottom line, with GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $1.43. This result was 55.4% higher than the consensus estimate of $0.92 and marked a substantial increase from the $1.02 reported in the same quarter of the previous year. This significant beat on key financial metrics demonstrated strong operational performance and boosted investor confidence.
IT solutions provider ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) reported Q2 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 17% year on year to $637.3 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.43 per share was 55.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Value investing has created more billionaires than any other strategy, like Warren Buffett, who built his fortune by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices.
But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.
While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns.
Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) and the rest of the it distribution & solutions stocks fared in Q1.
A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always.
Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.
Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article.
While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.
IT solutions provider ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 10.2% year on year to $498.1 million. Its non-GAAP EPS of $1.11 per share was 28.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded (Nasdaq +2.0%, S&P 500 +1.5%) as President Trump postponed the planned 50% tariff on European Union imports, shifting the start date to July 9, 2025.
Value investing has created more billionaires than any other strategy, like Warren Buffett, who built his fortune by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices.
But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.
Shares of IT solutions provider ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) jumped 7% in the morning session after the company reported decent first quarter 2025 earnings. EPS beat handily while revenue missed. Notably, margins improved, thanks to a shift toward higher-margin services like software subscriptions and managed support.
IT solutions provider ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 10.2% year on year to $498.1 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.11 per share was 28.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how ePlus (NASDAQ:PLUS) and the rest of the it distribution & solutions stocks fared in Q4.
The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is packed with potential breakout stocks, thanks to its focus on smaller companies with high growth potential.
However, smaller size also means these businesses often lack the resilience and financial flexibility of large-cap firms, making careful selection crucial.
