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Chase the Surge in Alibaba or Baidu Stock?
Along with U.S. equities, favorable market sentiment has led to a resurgence in Chinese tech stocks with Alibaba BABA and Baidu BIDU leading the way.
Reigniting the buzz, the U.S. and China reached
Will Fresh Fed Rate Cuts Lift Stocks?
It will NOT be a simple case of quarterly earnings & revenue “beats” that propel stocks, according to our Chief Equity Strategist and Economist, John Blank. He joins us now to fill in the blanks.
Top Stock Reports for Alibaba, Bank of America & Verizon
Thursday, September 25, 2025
The Zacks Research Daily presents the best research output of our analyst team. Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including
Kirby Approves $8 Million Buyback Program: Will it Aid the Bottom Line?
In a shareholder-friendly move, Kirby Corporation’s (KEX) board of directors has announced a stock repurchase authorization of up to an additional $8 million shares of common stock. With this bold
Strong Liquidity, Fed Cut Boost IONQ: Time to Buy the Stock or Wait?
Over the past three months, IonQ’s IONQ shares have surged 93.8%, far outpacing the broader Computer - Integrated Systems industry’s 12.3% rise, the Computer and Technology sector’s 17.6% gain and
Will Colgate's Strategic Efforts and Innovation Bolster Growth?
Colgate-Palmolive Company CL is effectively leveraging its pricing power to support growth and mitigate external cost pressures. The company’s productivity program centers on cost savings and
Can Clorox's Strategic Initiatives & Pricing Power Growth?
The Clorox Company’s CLX holistic margin-management efforts, constant product innovations and IGNITE strategy progress well. Clorox is effectively capitalizing its pricing strength to support growth
Jabil Q4 Earnings Surpass Estimates on Strong Revenue Growth
Jabil, Inc. JBL reported strong fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with both bottom and top lines surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company reported a top-line expansion year over year
Can Boston Beer's Innovation Strategy Offset Industry Headwinds?
The Boston Beer Company, Inc. SAM entered the second quarter of 2025 navigating a tough operating environment, with macroeconomic uncertainty, pressured consumer spending and weak category demand
Trump's Pro-Digital Asset Policy Push Boosts Marathon Stock
The Trump administration’s early-2025 pivot toward pro-digital asset policy has produced tangible, market-relevant actions. On Jan. 23, 2025, the White House issued an executive order that
FIS Strengthens Digital Capabilities With Amount Acquisition
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. FIS recently completed the purchase of a leading Chicago-based integrated digital banking origination and decisioning solutions provider, Amount.
The
Apollo Launches Three Evergreen ELTIFs to Broaden Private Markets Access
Apollo Global Management, Inc. APO has received regulatory approval to launch three evergreen, semi-liquid European Long-Term Investment Funds (“ELTIFs”). The launch will further broaden access to
Here's Why You Should Retain Jones Lang Stock in Your Portfolio Now
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated JLL, popularly known as JLL, is expected to gain from the continued strength of its resilient lines of business and favorable outsourcing trends. However
Schwab Seeks to Provide Retail Investors Access to Private Companies
Charles Schwab SCHW has been wanting to allow retail investors direct access to private companies. In an interview with Bloomberg Television, as published in an MSN article, SCHW’s CEO and
Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in First Interstate BancSystem Stock?
Investors in First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. FIBK need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Dec 19, 2025 $20.00 Put had some of the
SKYW Stock Surges 22.6% in Q2: Can the Momentum Last in 2025?
SkyWest SKYW stock delivered strong performance on the bourse in 2024. Shares of this St. George, UT-based carrier have risen 22.6% year over year, outperforming the Zacks Transportation sector’s
Implied Volatility Surging for Federated Hermes Stock Options
Investors in Federated Hermes, Inc. FHI need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Oct 17, 2025 $32.50 Put had some of the highest
NIKE Q1 Earnings to Gain From "Win Now" Strategy: Is it Time to Buy?
NIKE Inc. NKE is slated to release first-quarter fiscal 2026 results on Sept. 30. The leading sports apparel retailer is estimated to have witnessed year-over-year declines in the top and bottom
Accenture Earnings Beat Estimates in Q4, Revenues Increase Y/Y
Accenture plc ACN has reported impressive fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, wherein earnings and revenues surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimates.
ACN’s earnings were $3.03 per share, beating the
KBH Q3 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates, Both Decline Y/Y, Stock Up
KB Home KBH reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 results. The quarter’s earnings and total revenues surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate but decreased on a year-over-year basis.The company’s
Prudential Financial Trades at a Discount: Time to Load Up or Hold Off?
Shares of Prudential Financial, Inc. PRU are trading at a discount compared to the Zacks Insurance - Multi line industry. Its forward price-to-earnings of 7.11X is lower than its five-year median of
Here's Why Investors Should Hold CNO Financial Stock for Now
CNO Financial Group, Inc. CNO is strategically positioned for growth, supported by strong collected premiums from annuity, life and health products, rising new annualized premiums and higher fee
Citigroup to Sell 25% Stake in Banamex Amid Organizational Overhaul
Citigroup Inc. C has taken a decisive step in its global restructuring efforts, announcing an agreement with a company wholly owned by Mexican business leader Fernando Chico Pardo and his family to
Can AEO's Brand Buzz & Store Revamp Keep the Momentum Going?
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. AEO is riding a fresh wave of energy. The retailer posted $1.28 billion in revenues in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, its second-highest second-quarter



