Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Nvidia — The graphics processing unit manufacturer slipped nearly 2% after its data center revenue came in below estimates for the second straight quarter. However, Nvidia posted a second-quarter earnings and revenue beat. Other chip stocks such as Taiwan Semiconductor, ASML, Advanced Micro Devices and Microchip Technology moved lower in sympathy. Wynn Resorts — The casino operator gained 2% following an upgrade from UBS to buy from neutral. The bank raised its Macao estimates and cited a more bullish view on Wynn’s Al Marjan resort in the United Arab Emirates as additional catalyst. International Paper — The paper stock added 2% following an upgrade to buy from neutral at Bank of America. While the bank still expressed caution over existing operation risk, analyst George Staphos said that pricing would drive higher estimates in 2026. Dollar General — Shares popped 6% after the discount retailer reported a second-quarter earnings and revenue beat. The company also raised its full-year earnings and revenue growth guidance. Other discounters like Five Below, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet and Dollar Tree also rose in tandem. Five Below — The discount retailer jumped 4% after posting a second-quarter earnings and revenue beat. Five Below also forecast third-quarter earnings and revenue above analysts’ expectations. Additionally, t …
