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Virtu Financial Inc (VIRT) Stock News
The latest VIRT headlines and market coverage — 5 recent stories, updated throughout the day.
- Zacks Investment Research·
Virtu Financial (VIRT) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why
Virtu Financial (VIRT) has been upgraded to Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) due to rising earnings estimates over the past three months, with consensus estimates increasing 14.9%. The upgrade reflects an improving business outlook and positions the stock in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential near-term price appreciation.
- Zacks Investment Research·
VIRT or AXP: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
A comparison of Virtu Financial (VIRT) and American Express (AXP) from the Financial - Miscellaneous Services sector reveals that VIRT is the more attractive value investment. VIRT has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) versus AXP's #3 (Hold), with superior valuation metrics including a forward P/E of 8.67 compared to AXP's 18.36, a PEG ratio of 0.37 versus 1.38, and a P/B ratio of 4.06 versus 6.4. VIRT received a Value grade of B while AXP received a C.
- Zacks Investment Research·
Virtu Financial (VIRT) Boasts Earnings & Price Momentum: Should You Buy?
Virtu Financial (VIRT), a market-leading financial services firm, has been added to the Zacks Focus List and holds a #1 (Strong Buy) rating. Since its addition on July 31, 2023 at $18.90, shares have surged 240.9% to $64.43. Four analysts revised earnings estimates upward in the last 60 days, with the consensus estimate increasing to $7.02 for fiscal 2026. The company boasts a 24% average earnings surprise and forecasted earnings growth of 22.5% for the current fiscal year.
- Zacks Investment Research·
Why Virtu Financial (VIRT) is a Top Stock for the Long-Term
Zacks presents its Focus List investment strategy, a curated portfolio of 50 stocks selected based on earnings estimate revisions. The article highlights the methodology behind the Zacks Rank system and features Virtu Financial as a spotlight example, which has gained 254.71% since being added to the list in July 2023.
- Zacks Investment Research·Neutral
VIRT vs. MCO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
In a value investing comparison, Virtu Financial (VIRT) emerges as the superior choice over Moody's (MCO). VIRT holds a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) with a forward P/E of 9.36 and Value grade of B, while MCO has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a forward P/E of 30.47 and Value grade of D. VIRT's lower valuation metrics and stronger earnings outlook make it the better value opportunity.