Legacy Education Delivers Record Fiscal 2026 Results with 25% Revenue Growth and Continued Enrollment Gains

Legacy Education Inc. (LGCY) reported a 53.3% increase in Q4 net income to $1.88M, or $0.13 per share, driven by a 12% rise in tuition revenue to $20.10M. Adjusted EBITDA also increased to $3.11M. Despite the earnings growth, shares fell 7.89% in after-hours trading to $9.80, following a 3.20% decline during Thursday's session.

Green Thumb Industries (GTBIF) reported Q2 revenue of $306.7M, EBITDA of $84.3M, and net income of $4.9M. The company grew revenue by 4.6% YoY and maintains a strong balance sheet with $283.6M in cash and $283M in debt. It repurchased 7.9M shares in Q2. Despite challenges, its financial flexibility and potential federal reform make it a notable player in the cannabis industry.

Medtronic (MDT) reported strong Q1 results, raising its fiscal 2027 revenue growth outlook to 7.25-7.75%. The company is investing in high-growth areas like robotic surgery and partnerships, such as a $700M deal for Cornerstone's Sentire Surgical System. However, it faces stiff competition from peers like Johnson & Johnson and Intuitive Surgical. Institutional investors, including BlackRock, are increasing their stakes in MDT.

Costco Wholesale (COST) reported annual revenues of $303B and EPS of $20.76, meeting analyst expectations. Shares rose 3.1% to $923. Analysts predict 2027 revenues of $328.3B (8.3% growth) and EPS of $22.78 (9.4% growth), with a consensus price target of $1,058. Growth is expected to outpace industry averages.

Paychex reported Q1 2027 revenue of $1.63B, up 6% YoY, with net income rising 12% to $429.7M. Growth was driven by payroll, human capital management, and PEO businesses. Operating income increased 14% to $619.2M, while operating margin improved to 38%. The company also reported higher interest income and reduced acquisition-related expenses. Paychex declared $423.6M in dividends and has a $1B share repurchase program.

Nokia's shares rose 70% in 2026, driven by AI infrastructure investments. The company, now focused on networks, replaced Volkswagen in the Euro Stoxx 50. It reported 9% revenue growth, with AI/cloud sales up 105%. Nokia partnered with Nvidia and Microsoft, aiming to capture AI-driven network growth. It expects 12-14% growth in Network Infrastructure for 2026.