Several top-rated financial stocks scored new highs Thursday as the S&P 500 rose for the seventh time in eight sessions and reclaimed its 50-day moving average. Home BancShares (HOMB) rallied 0.21 to 41.30, quite close to a breakout. A flat base is in place with a 41.40 buy point. The Arkansas-based bank is scheduled to report earnings next week along with a host of other high-profile financials. Home BancShares’ results are due Oct.