Shares of private prison operator GEO Group Inc. (GEO) surged by 7.45% on November 7, 2024, in a 24-hour trading session. The stock's substantial rally was primarily fueled by the re-election of former U.S. President Donald Trump and the anticipated impact of his administration's tough stance on immigration policies.
Trump's victory, coupled with his promises to crack down on illegal immigration, sparked expectations of increased demand for private detention centers operated by companies like GEO. Investors anticipate that Trump's immigration measures could boost the need for additional detention facilities, benefiting GEO and its industry peers.
Adding to the bullish sentiment, GEO's industry rival CoreCivic Inc. (CXW) reported better-than-expected Q3 results and raised its full-year guidance. CoreCivic's strong performance and optimistic outlook provided a positive signal for the broader private prison industry, further supporting GEO's stock price rally.
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