10 Best Affordable Stocks to Buy According to Wall Street Analysts

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6. Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:RKT)

On May 7, 2026, Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:RKT) reported Q1 adjusted EPS of 15c, versus the consensus estimate of 12c. Revenue totaled $2.94B, versus the consensus estimate of $2.78B. CEO and Director Varun Krishna said the company is focused on creating its own opportunities through technology and distribution rather than waiting for market conditions to improve. Krishna added that the company again exceeded the high end of guidance as its search, origination, servicing, data, and AI capabilities became increasingly connected. Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:RKT) sees Q2 revenue of $2.7B-$2.9B, versus the consensus estimate of $2.97B.

After the earnings report, BofA lowered the firm’s price target on Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:RKT) to $18 from $19 while maintaining a Buy rating. The firm said it reduced its FY26 and FY27 EPS forecasts to reflect Q1 results and an updated mortgage market outlook.

Last month, Stephens initiated coverage of Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:RKT) with an Overweight rating and a $22.50 price target. The firm said it favors real estate finance companies with lower cyclicality and the ability to generate consistent earnings growth across market cycles, adding that it views Rocket as among the best-positioned companies in the group for sustained consolidated growth.

Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE:RKT) operates mortgage, real estate, and personal finance businesses in the United States and Canada.

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