M is trading at $17.72 (+4.73%) after reporting Q4 2025 earnings that beat analyst estimates, significantly outperforming a declining market.
- Net sales reached $7.6B with adjusted EPS of $1.67, while comparable sales rose 1.8% against expectations of a decline.
- Growth was driven by strong performance across Macy's, Bloomingdale’s, and Bluemercury, leading investors to overlook mixed 2026 guidance.
- The stock's gains came despite a sharp 1.59% drop in the S&P 500, highlighting strong individual momentum following the sales surprise.