5 Stocks Gaining On Earnings Optimism

3. The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE:SCHW)

The Charles Schwab Corporation is a savings and loan holding company that provides financial advisory, banking, wealth management, and other services. The bank was upgraded by Wells Fargo from Equal Weight to Overweight with the target price raised from $89 to $93.

According to the analysts, SCHW’s operating margins and net interest margins are likely to grow going forward. The balance sheet is solid and will only get stronger in 2025, with the stock buyback program adding more shareholder value. Overall the company is also anticipated to report better organic growth.

On the recent upgrade, EPS estimates were also revised from $3.28 to $4.15 for 2025. The stock followed an upward trend in the past year with a gain of over 20%. The company is focused on AI implementation, product expansion, and capacity for growth which makes it a compelling candidate for growth-oriented investors.