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Sign InFirst-quarter financial results for major US firms revealed a mixed performance across diverse sectors. KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Inc. reported a loss of $0.06 per share, which was narrower than the estimated loss of $0.09. In the energy sector, Patterson-UTI (PTEN) also beat expectations by reporting a loss of $0.06 per share against a consensus estimate of a $0.1 loss. Conversely, Packaging Corp. of America delivered a positive surprise with adjusted earnings of $2.40 per share, exceeding analyst estimates. The homebuilding sector saw Meritage Homes Corp. fall short of expectations with earnings of 82 cents per share, while WEX Inc. also released its latest data. These diverse outcomes underscore the varied operational environments facing firms as investors monitor broader market sentiment.