The global wearable band sector expanded 13% in Q1 2025, with Xiaomi reclaiming the top spot, shipping 8.7 million units—a 44% jump year-over-year. Apple followed, with its Watch shipments up 5%, while rivals like Huawei and Samsung posted even stronger growth, signaling intensifying competition and shifting consumer preferences.

Planet Fitness has outpaced the S&P 500, gaining 61% in the past year on robust revenue and new club openings. However, its current valuation—trading at a forward P/E of 35.6—has some analysts urging caution, despite strong growth prospects and a scalable franchise model that supports aggressive expansion.

Grand Canyon Education posted a 5.3% net income rise for Q1 2025, reaching $71.6 million, beating consensus estimates. The company anticipates slightly lower margins next quarter due to investments but expects improvement later in the year. Increased stock buybacks have reduced outstanding shares, reflecting management’s confidence in the undervalued stock.