Shares of private corrections company GEO Group (NYSE:GEO) jumped 6.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced its subsidiary, BI Incorporated, was awarded a two-year contract by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The agreement is for the continued provision of electronic monitoring, case management, and supervision services under the Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP). The contract begins with an initial one-year term, effective October 1, 2025, and includes an option for an additional year. This award confirms an ongoing relationship with a key government client, providing investors with increased confidence in the company's operational stability and future revenue from this program.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a report from The Conference Board showed its Consumer Confidence Index fell for a second consecutive month to 94.2, its lowest level since April 2025.
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Shares of private corrections company GEO Group (NYSE:GEO) fell 3.7% in the afternoon session after a media report detailed allegations of abuse and neglect at an immigrant detention center run by the private corrections company.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report bolstered expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut despite showing persistent inflation.
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A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets continued to decline, as investors grew cautious ahead of a key speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
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.
Private corrections company GEO Group (NYSE:GEO) reported Q2 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 4.8% year on year to $636.2 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $655 million was less impressive, coming in 2.2% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.21 per share was 27.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Private corrections company GEO Group (NYSE:GEO) reported Q2 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 4.8% year on year to $636.2 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $655 million was less impressive, coming in 2.2% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.21 per share was 29.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
