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Intuit Profit Outlook Falls

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Intuit has projected third-quarter profit below expectations as it plans increased marketing spending during the U.S. tax season.

The company aims to expand its customer base through higher promotional and support efforts tied to peak filing activity.

While revenue growth is expected to remain steady, elevated spending is likely to impact near-term profitability.

Intuit continues to enhance its financial software offerings, integrating advanced capabilities to support users in managing tax and accounting processes.

The outlook reflects a strategic balance between customer acquisition and maintaining long-term growth.

Software Stocks May Rebound

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U.S. software and IT services stocks could continue their recent recovery, according to a note from Goldman Sachs’ prime brokerage division.

The sector has faced significant declines this year, with valuations dropping sharply amid shifting market sentiment. However, a recent uptick suggests potential for further gains despite high levels of investor skepticism.

Data indicates that hedge funds currently hold unusually large short positions in software and IT services companies, reflecting expectations of continued weakness. At the same time, long positions remain near historic lows.

Analysts believe that the imbalance between bearish positioning and improving market performance could support additional upside if sentiment shifts.

The outlook highlights ongoing volatility in technology equities as investors reassess growth prospects in a changing economic environment.

Figma Gains on AI-Driven Growth Outlook

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Figma shares climbed sharply after the company issued strong revenue forecasts and outlined its expanding use of artificial intelligence within its design platform.

The software provider projected 2026 revenue between $1.36 billion and $1.37 billion, exceeding analyst expectations. Investor optimism was also supported by Figma’s strategy to deepen AI integration across its creative workflow tools.

The platform, widely used by enterprises and independent designers, enables users to move from concept development to deployment within a single environment.

To strengthen its competitive position, Figma is adopting a hybrid monetization model starting in March. This approach will include selling AI credits to users who exceed built-in usage limits, allowing the company to capture additional value from high-demand features.

While the AI push is expected to enhance growth, increased investment in technology and operations may place pressure on margins in the near term.

If current momentum continues, Figma’s market value could rise significantly.