Geo Group and CoreCivic move guidance in opposite directions, a day after both prison stocks soared - MarketWatch
GEO's lowered earnings outlook suggests weaker performance compared to market expectations.
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GEO's lowered earnings outlook suggests weaker performance compared to market expectations.
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CoreCivic raised 2023 earnings guidance; GEO cut its outlook. GEO's adjusted earnings expected at 80-84 cents; analysts anticipated 92 cents. Occupancy for CoreCivic rose to 75.2%, while GEO noted a drop in participants. GEO's stock surged 3% after a 42% increase on Wednesday. CoreCivic stock rose 9% following a significant one-day gain.
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