Amentum vs Thomson Reuters Corporation Common Shares: why the prices moved differently

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Amentum Holdings Inc. (AMTM)

Q3 202630 Jun – 7 Oct 2026

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Amentum wins big contracts but revenue misses and NASA cuts weigh

Major contract wins Amentum won NASA's COSMOS contract, joined a UK defence framework with Babcock, and secured nuclear deals including a $2.78 billion Sellafield framework and a Texas waste pilot, boosting its long-term backlog.
These new contracts are a key positive force for the stock this quarter.
Profit beat and analyst upgrade Profit beat guidance and an analyst upgrade to Neutral lifted sentiment, showing the company can manage costs even as revenue falls short.
This sentiment boost is a new positive driver for the quarter.
Revenue misses and NASA workforce cut Q2 and Q3 revenue missed expectations, and NASA's workforce directive will cut 2027 revenue by about 3%, raising concerns about near-term growth.
These are new negative developments that pressured the stock.
Weak core growth and high valuation Core growth is weak—just 1.1% annually over four years with a 2.1% free cash flow margin—and analysts expect only 1.5% growth ahead, leaving limited upside despite contract wins.
This fundamental weakness explains the stock's poor performance and cautious outlook.

August 202621 Jul – 7 Oct 2026

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Amentum's weak core results offset by nuclear contract wins and an upgrade

Weak revenue growth and cash flow weigh on the stock Amentum's revenue has barely grown — about 1.1% a year over four years — and its free cash flow margin averaged just 2.1%, leaving little money to reinvest. That weak core performance drove a 40.9% share price drop over six months, and analysts expect only 1.5% growth ahead.
This is the central fundamental problem behind AMTM's decline and the backdrop for everything else.
Q3 earnings: profit beat, but revenue missed Amentum reported Q3 revenue of $3.49 billion, down 2% from a year earlier and below expectations, while earnings per share of $0.67 beat the $0.63 estimate. Both business segments beat on adjusted EBITDA, but the revenue shortfall sent shares down 6% and left the company the weakest performer among government consulting peers.
The quarter is the period's key hard number: profit beat but shrinking revenue is the mixed signal driving sentiment.
Nuclear contract wins deepen long-term revenue base Amentum's joint venture OneAxIoM was named preferred supplier on a $2.78 billion Sellafield nuclear asset-care framework with a nine-year term, and Amentum joined a Texas nuclear waste disposal pilot that received a drilling permit. These long-duration nuclear deals could broaden revenue and support the company's growth story.
These are the main new positive catalysts, showing where future revenue could come from.
Analyst upgrade gives a modest sentiment lift BNP Paribas Exane upgraded Amentum to Neutral, and the stock rose 3%. It is a small positive, but an upgrade to merely Neutral shows analysts still see limited upside after the weak results and slow growth.
The upgrade is the period's only clear positive price reaction and shows sentiment stabilizing, though only slightly.

Latest21 Jul – 7 Oct 2026

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Amentum's weak core results offset by nuclear contract wins and an upgrade

Weak revenue growth and cash flow weigh on the stock Amentum's revenue has barely grown — about 1.1% a year over four years — and its free cash flow margin averaged just 2.1%, leaving little money to reinvest. That weak core performance drove a 40.9% share price drop over six months, and analysts expect only 1.5% growth ahead.
This is the central fundamental problem behind AMTM's decline and the backdrop for everything else.
Q3 earnings: profit beat, but revenue missed Amentum reported Q3 revenue of $3.49 billion, down 2% from a year earlier and below expectations, while earnings per share of $0.67 beat the $0.63 estimate. Both business segments beat on adjusted EBITDA, but the revenue shortfall sent shares down 6% and left the company the weakest performer among government consulting peers.
The quarter is the period's key hard number: profit beat but shrinking revenue is the mixed signal driving sentiment.
Nuclear contract wins deepen long-term revenue base Amentum's joint venture OneAxIoM was named preferred supplier on a $2.78 billion Sellafield nuclear asset-care framework with a nine-year term, and Amentum joined a Texas nuclear waste disposal pilot that received a drilling permit. These long-duration nuclear deals could broaden revenue and support the company's growth story.
These are the main new positive catalysts, showing where future revenue could come from.
Analyst upgrade gives a modest sentiment lift BNP Paribas Exane upgraded Amentum to Neutral, and the stock rose 3%. It is a small positive, but an upgrade to merely Neutral shows analysts still see limited upside after the weak results and slow growth.
The upgrade is the period's only clear positive price reaction and shows sentiment stabilizing, though only slightly.

July 202630 Jun – 19 Aug 2026

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Amentum's profit beat and new contract wins offset revenue miss and NASA headwind

NASA COSMOS contract win Amentum won NASA's COSMOS contract to run mission operations and astronaut training for Artemis, the Space Station and more. This adds long-term work and supports future revenue, helping lift the stock.
New contract award directly boosts AMTM's demand outlook.
Q2 revenue miss but raised profit guidance Q2 revenue fell short and the stock dropped 15%, but the company raised its full-year profit and earnings guidance, with net income jumping. The market first focused on the miss, then on the improved profitability.
This is the main earnings event that moved the stock sharply both ways.
UK defence framework with Babcock Amentum joined a five-year Babcock framework to support UK defence programmes, including nuclear and submarine work. This secures steady, long-term engineering revenue and strengthens its international defence business.
New contract expands AMTM's addressable market and revenue visibility.
NASA workforce directive cuts 2027 revenue Amentum said NASA's workforce directive will cut about 3% from fiscal 2027 revenue, though the rest of the business should grow mid-single digits. This is a real headwind that partly offsets the new contract wins.
It is a new, specific negative factor that tempers the positive outlook.

30 Jun – 19 Aug 2026

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Amentum's profit beat and new contract wins offset revenue miss and NASA headwind

NASA COSMOS contract win Amentum won NASA's COSMOS contract to run mission operations and astronaut training for Artemis, the Space Station and more. This adds long-term work and supports future revenue, helping lift the stock.
New contract award directly boosts AMTM's demand outlook.
Q2 revenue miss but raised profit guidance Q2 revenue fell short and the stock dropped 15%, but the company raised its full-year profit and earnings guidance, with net income jumping. The market first focused on the miss, then on the improved profitability.
This is the main earnings event that moved the stock sharply both ways.
UK defence framework with Babcock Amentum joined a five-year Babcock framework to support UK defence programmes, including nuclear and submarine work. This secures steady, long-term engineering revenue and strengthens its international defence business.
New contract expands AMTM's addressable market and revenue visibility.
NASA workforce directive cuts 2027 revenue Amentum said NASA's workforce directive will cut about 3% from fiscal 2027 revenue, though the rest of the business should grow mid-single digits. This is a real headwind that partly offsets the new contract wins.
It is a new, specific negative factor that tempers the positive outlook.

Thomson Reuters Corporation Common Shares (TRI)

Q3 20267 Jul – 11 Sep 2026

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AI Restructuring, KKR Deal, and ICE Contract Drive TRI Higher

AI-focused restructuring Thomson Reuters cut up to 500 engineering roles and added 250 senior AI positions, aiming to sharpen its AI focus. This restructuring, announced in July, initially lifted the stock as investors saw potential for innovation and efficiency.
This strategic move was a key positive driver in Q3, signaling a pivot to AI.
KKR deal for Global Print stake Thomson Reuters agreed to sell 51% of its Global Print unit to KKR for $500 million. The deal, part of the AI restructuring, was seen as a way to streamline operations and focus on core growth areas.
This transaction was a significant positive event in Q3, reflecting portfolio optimization.
ICE contract for CLEAR Thomson Reuters won a five-year, $125 million contract with ICE for its CLEAR platform. While the deal boosts revenue visibility, it also raises privacy and regulatory concerns that could pose risks.
This contract was a notable positive development in Q3, though with potential regulatory overhang.
Q2 earnings beat and competitive threats Q2 results beat expectations with 8% organic revenue growth and a raised 2026 outlook, boosting confidence. However, Google's Gemini Enterprise for Legal and other rivals threaten pricing power, and a data breach in C-Track exposed records, risking legal costs and reputational damage.
This captures both the positive earnings surprise and the emerging negative factors that influenced TRI's performance.

August 202617 Jul – 11 Sep 2026

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Thomson Reuters beats, raises outlook, but faces AI rivals and a data breach

Strong Q2 results and raised 2026 outlook Thomson Reuters reported 8% organic revenue growth and raised its full-year outlook, with its key Legal, Corporates and Tax segments growing 10%. Profit and cash flow also rose. This tells investors the core business is accelerating, which supports a higher stock price.
This is the biggest positive fundamental driver of the period, directly lifting earnings expectations and the stock's value.
Earnings beat expected ahead of report Before the results, analysts expected Thomson Reuters to beat estimates, with earnings per share up about 9% and revenue up over 7%. That positive setup likely helped the stock ahead of the actual report, which then confirmed the strength.
It explains pre-earnings optimism that contributed to the stock's positive momentum into the report.
Google and others push into legal AI Google launched Gemini Enterprise for Legal, a competing AI tool for law firms, and other rivals like Anthropic are also expanding. This raises the risk that Thomson Reuters could lose customers or pricing power in its legal AI products, weighing on future growth and the stock.
It is the main competitive threat this period that could pressure TRI's valuation and market share.
Data breach in court records system Unauthorized access to Thomson Reuters' C-Track litigation platform exposed court records in multiple U.S. states and Canada. While operations continue, the incident could lead to legal costs, fines, and reputational damage, making investors cautious and potentially hurting the stock.
It is a new regulatory and reputational risk that could have financial and trust consequences for TRI.

Latest17 Jul – 11 Sep 2026

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Thomson Reuters beats, raises outlook, but faces AI rivals and a data breach

Strong Q2 results and raised 2026 outlook Thomson Reuters reported 8% organic revenue growth and raised its full-year outlook, with its key Legal, Corporates and Tax segments growing 10%. Profit and cash flow also rose. This tells investors the core business is accelerating, which supports a higher stock price.
This is the biggest positive fundamental driver of the period, directly lifting earnings expectations and the stock's value.
Earnings beat expected ahead of report Before the results, analysts expected Thomson Reuters to beat estimates, with earnings per share up about 9% and revenue up over 7%. That positive setup likely helped the stock ahead of the actual report, which then confirmed the strength.
It explains pre-earnings optimism that contributed to the stock's positive momentum into the report.
Google and others push into legal AI Google launched Gemini Enterprise for Legal, a competing AI tool for law firms, and other rivals like Anthropic are also expanding. This raises the risk that Thomson Reuters could lose customers or pricing power in its legal AI products, weighing on future growth and the stock.
It is the main competitive threat this period that could pressure TRI's valuation and market share.
Data breach in court records system Unauthorized access to Thomson Reuters' C-Track litigation platform exposed court records in multiple U.S. states and Canada. While operations continue, the incident could lead to legal costs, fines, and reputational damage, making investors cautious and potentially hurting the stock.
It is a new regulatory and reputational risk that could have financial and trust consequences for TRI.

July 20267 Jul – 28 Jul 2026

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TRI Rallies on AI Restructuring, KKR Print Deal, and Government Contract

AI-focused restructuring Thomson Reuters announced it will cut up to 500 engineering roles and create over 250 senior AI positions, aiming to accelerate AI-driven growth in legal, tax, and regulatory workflows. Management expects a notable revenue improvement this year, boosting investor confidence.
This is a major strategic shift that directly impacts future growth and profitability.
KKR joint venture for Global Print Thomson Reuters sold a 51% stake in its Global Print business to KKR for about $500 million, retaining 49% and editorial control. The deal brings cash and focuses the company on higher-growth digital and AI areas.
This capital move strengthens the balance sheet and sharpens strategic focus.
Undervaluation after AI pivot An analysis suggests Thomson Reuters stock may be undervalued, trading at 24.4 times earnings versus a fair P/E of 42.0. Despite a 55.9% drop over the past year, the AI restructuring and print deal could support long-term profitability, though execution risk remains.
This highlights potential upside and addresses the stock's recent weakness.
$125M ICE contract for CLEAR Thomson Reuters secured a five-year, $125 million contract with ICE for its CLEAR investigative product, providing access to credit card application data. This adds stable government revenue but raises privacy concerns and potential regulatory scrutiny.
This new contract demonstrates strong demand for its data services and adds recurring revenue.

7 Jul – 28 Jul 2026

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TRI Rallies on AI Restructuring, KKR Print Deal, and Government Contract

AI-focused restructuring Thomson Reuters announced it will cut up to 500 engineering roles and create over 250 senior AI positions, aiming to accelerate AI-driven growth in legal, tax, and regulatory workflows. Management expects a notable revenue improvement this year, boosting investor confidence.
This is a major strategic shift that directly impacts future growth and profitability.
KKR joint venture for Global Print Thomson Reuters sold a 51% stake in its Global Print business to KKR for about $500 million, retaining 49% and editorial control. The deal brings cash and focuses the company on higher-growth digital and AI areas.
This capital move strengthens the balance sheet and sharpens strategic focus.
Undervaluation after AI pivot An analysis suggests Thomson Reuters stock may be undervalued, trading at 24.4 times earnings versus a fair P/E of 42.0. Despite a 55.9% drop over the past year, the AI restructuring and print deal could support long-term profitability, though execution risk remains.
This highlights potential upside and addresses the stock's recent weakness.
$125M ICE contract for CLEAR Thomson Reuters secured a five-year, $125 million contract with ICE for its CLEAR investigative product, providing access to credit card application data. This adds stable government revenue but raises privacy concerns and potential regulatory scrutiny.
This new contract demonstrates strong demand for its data services and adds recurring revenue.