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EPD or COP: Which Energy Stock Looks Better Positioned for 2026?
EPD or COP: Which Energy Stock Looks Better Positioned for 2026?

It is quite uncommon to compare the business fundamentals of Enterprise Products Partners LP EPD and ConocoPhillips COP. Although both are large energy players, their business models are different

Salesforce vs. ServiceNow: Which Cloud Software Stock Has the Edge?Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Computer hardware manufacturer, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Edward Burtynsky: https://img.theapi.app/temp/32e7a10f-efd0-424a-861f-2f3e0bb7ce02.png
Salesforce vs. ServiceNow: Which Cloud Software Stock Has the Edge?

Salesforce CRM and ServiceNow NOW are two of the most important enterprise cloud software companies, helping large organizations modernize operations, automate workflows and manage critical business

3 Medical Instrument Stocks to Counter Industry Woes Using GenAIPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Medical device manufacturer, Blue hour, twilight, cool, ISO1200, slow shutter speed, photo by Michael Light: https://img.theapi.app/temp/3a7f6312-1eee-4702-9005-93cc1e62f970.png
3 Medical Instrument Stocks to Counter Industry Woes Using GenAI

Over the past year, the application of generative AI (genAI) in the Medical Instruments industry has moved from experimental to operational, transforming diagnostics, patient monitoring and

New Products, Diversification & Crypto to Drive HOOD Stock in 2026
New Products, Diversification & Crypto to Drive HOOD Stock in 2026

Robinhood Markets HOOD has had an eventful 2025, marked by its addition to the S&P 500, a wave of new product launches, a strong crypto cycle and unusually volatile markets. These led to solid

5 Sales Growth Plays Well-Positioned to Deliver Steady Returns in 2026Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Computer hardware manufacturer, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Thomas Heaton: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/a130cb51-4ded-41be-b600-b83e2078ad65.png
5 Sales Growth Plays Well-Positioned to Deliver Steady Returns in 2026

As 2025 ends, it’s a good time to review your portfolio. The year started with optimism, but markets were jolted by China’s low-cost AI push, pressure on U.S. Big Tech, Trump-era tariffs, sticky

Best Income Stocks to Buy for December 29thPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Retail store, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Peter Lik: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/add1012b-1b24-4eb2-aba0-77ab52c7f8ad.png
Best Income Stocks to Buy for December 29th

Here are the stocks with buy rank and strong income characteristics for investors to consider today, December 29th:

Macy's M: This company, which is an omnichannel retail organization operating

NVIDIA Stock Gains on Strategic AI Licensing Deal, Caps a Strong 2025Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Computer hardware manufacturer, Midday, harsh overhead sunlight, directional sunlightt, photo by Marc Adamus: https://img.theapi.app/temp/ec495607-1e17-40ee-a41d-7726313a9707.png
NVIDIA Stock Gains on Strategic AI Licensing Deal, Caps a Strong 2025

NVIDIA Corporation’s NVDA stock climbed 1% on Friday, Dec. 26, after it announced a strategic licensing partnership with AI inference chipmaker Groq and the integration of key Groq leadership into

Is Vanguard Target Retirement 2035 Fund (VTTHX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?
Is Vanguard Target Retirement 2035 Fund (VTTHX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?

Are you on the hunt for a Target Date fund? You should think about starting with Vanguard Target Retirement 2035 Fund (VTTHX). The fund does not have a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank, though we have been

Is Fidelity Japan Fund (FJPNX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?
Is Fidelity Japan Fund (FJPNX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?

Any investors hoping to find a Japan - Equity fund could think about starting with Fidelity Japan Fund (FJPNX). FJPNX bears a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 3 (Hold), which is based on various

Is Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund (VSCGX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?
Is Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund (VSCGX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?

Having trouble finding a Large Cap Blend fund? Vanguard LifeStrategy Conservative Growth Fund (VSCGX) is a possible starting point. VSCGX bears a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 3 (Hold), which is based

Is American Century Mid Cap Value Investor (ACMVX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?
Is American Century Mid Cap Value Investor (ACMVX) a Strong Mutual Fund Pick Right Now?

Any investors hoping to find a Mid Cap Value fund could think about starting with American Century Mid Cap Value Investor (ACMVX). ACMVX carries a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 2 (Buy), which is based

Is SWCAX a Strong Bond Fund Right Now?
Is SWCAX a Strong Bond Fund Right Now?

If investors are looking at the Muni - Bonds fund category, Schwab California Tax-Free Bond Fund (SWCAX) could be a potential option. SWCAX carries a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 2 (Buy), which is

Bull of the Day: Macy's (M)
Bull of the Day: Macy's (M)

When the market is humming along near all-time highs, it’s easy to feel like everything is working. But seasoned investors know that eventually the market gets selective. When that happens, stocks

Bear of the Day: ADT (ADT)
Bear of the Day: ADT (ADT)

The stock market has a way of separating the winners from the laggards, especially when conditions get even a little bit choppy. While investors love growth stories and clean earnings momentum, the

New Strong Sell Stocks for December 29th
New Strong Sell Stocks for December 29th

Here are three stocks added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List today:

Energizer ENR is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors of batteries and lighting products. The Zacks

Stock Market News for Dec 29, 2025
Stock Market News for Dec 29, 2025

Wall Street closed lower on Friday amid thin year-end trading, with investors focused on the potential Santa Claus rally. The Nasdaq Composite, the S&P 500, and the Dow ended in negative

Company News for Dec 29, 2025Photo, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Computer hardware manufacturer, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Art Wolfe: https://img.midjourneyapi.xyz/temp/8b396c5d-cf01-4937-89c4-91ad2f28f1ee.png
Company News for Dec 29, 2025
  • NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) shares rose 1% after the company agreed to license AI chip technology from startup Groq. 
  • Shares of Target Corporation (TGT) rose 3.1% after a Financial Times report
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Meta Platforms, Alphabet and Amazon
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Meta Platforms, Alphabet and Amazon

For Immediate Release

Chicago, IL – December 29, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Micron, Applied Materials, Salesforce and Cisco Systems
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Micron, Applied Materials, Salesforce and Cisco Systems

For Immediate Release

Chicago, IL – December 29, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Advanced Micro Devices, Goldman Sachs, Lam Research, AstroNova and Blue Dolphin
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Advanced Micro Devices, Goldman Sachs, Lam Research, AstroNova and Blue Dolphin

For Immediate Release

Chicago, IL – December 29, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Amazon, Microsoft and AlphabetPhoto, wide shot, wide-angle lens,  Software company, sunset photo at golden hour, photo by Marc Adamus: https://img.theapi.app/temp/9d624ad0-0157-4808-b12c-caf136345180.png
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet

For Immediate Release

Chicago, IL – December 29, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and

New Strong Buy Stocks for December 29th
New Strong Buy Stocks for December 29th

Here are five stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today:

McGraw Hill, Inc. MH: This company, which is a provider of education solutions for preK-12, higher education and professional

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Target and Costco Wholesale
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Target and Costco Wholesale

For Immediate Release

Chicago, IL – December 29, 2025 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and

Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Estee Lauder, Coty, Helen of Troy and European Wax Center
Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Estee Lauder, Coty, Helen of Troy and European Wax Center

For Immediate Release

Chicago, IL – December 29, 2025 – Today, Zacks Equity Research discusses The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. EL, Coty Inc. COTY, Helen of Troy Ltd. HELE and European Wax Center

Should State Street SPDR Russell 1000 Yield Focus ETF (ONEY) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Should State Street SPDR Russell 1000 Yield Focus ETF (ONEY) Be on Your Investing Radar?

Launched on December 2, 2015, the State Street SPDR Russell 1000 Yield Focus ETF (ONEY) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Large Cap Value