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Equity Research

Tuesday,December 12, 1 pm CST

Research Daily

Top Stock Reports for Berkshire Hathaway, AstraZeneca & Intel

by Mark Vickery

Berkshire Hathaway's shares have edged past its industry, backed by insurance growth, rising float, strong cash and expanding investments, including Japan.

Monday,December 12, 4 pm CST

Weekly Market Analysis

Q3 GDP Upside Shock Builds a Promising Outlook for 2026

by Mayur Thaker

Strong Q3 report builds confidence in the sustainability of the current growth trajectory.

Market Outlook

Wednesday,December 12, 8 am CST

3 Stocks to Watch From the Challenging Computer Industry

Industry Outlook

Wednesday,December 12, 8 am CST

"Real" Consequences from the COVID Money Flood

Economic Outlook

Wednesday,December 12, 8 am CST

A Review of the Major Chip ETF: Zacks DEC 2025 Strategy

Market Strategy

Wednesday,December 12, 8 am CST

Breaking Down Oracle, the AI Trade, and the Outlook for Tech Earnings

Earnings Preview

Wednesday,December 12, 8 am CST

Q4 Earnings: Tech Expected to Remain Growth Driver

Earnings Trends

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Zacks Analyst Reports

New Upgrades: DB, WTS, MMS, EPAM, MTZ, KLAC, CRAI, CMI, VIRT, ULTA

Deutsche Bank
(DB) Upgraded: 12/31/25

A strong balance sheet position and revenue growth will likely support Deutsche Bank's financials. Also, the company’s strong liquidity profile aids sustainable capital distribution moves.

Watts Water Technologies
(WTS) Upgraded: 12/31/25

Watts Water continues to benefit from robust acquisitions, aggressive cost-reduction actions and a strong balance sheet.

Maximus
(MMS) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Strong relationship with the government, shareholder-friendly policies and robust liquidity provide a competitive edge to MMS.

EPAM Systems
(EPAM) Upgraded: 12/30/25

EPAM serves the fastest-growing segments of the IT services market where there is significant scope for growth. Acquisitions and collaborations have allowed it to expand its TAM and diversify its product portfolio.

MasTec
(MTZ) Upgraded: 12/30/25

MasTec to benefit from a strong backlog across all its segments, along with the recent acquisitions.

KLA
(KLAC) Upgraded: 12/27/25

KLA is a major player in each of its served markets. The company offers complete yield management solutions, including hardware, software and services that reduce production cost.

Charles River Associates
(CRAI) Upgraded: 12/27/25

CRAI excels as a small consulting firm, leveraging expertise, strong client relationships, global talent, and consistent dividend growth.

Cummins
(CMI) Upgraded: 12/18/25

Cummins is poised for long-term growth with its strong product portfolio, leadership in clean energy, and commitment to decarbonization.

Virtu Financial
(VIRT) Upgraded: 12/13/25

Virtu Financial’s solid strength in the Execution Services segment augurs well for the long haul. Its capital position and rising profitability also impress.

Ulta Beauty
(ULTA) Upgraded: 12/06/25

Ulta Beauty’s differentiated model, which uniquely combines mass, prestige and luxury beauty under one roof, continues to support consistent demand across categories and channels.

New Downgrades: RHI, PBA, TWLO, BLKB, KEX, OLN, SBUX, CZR, CSX, CRI

Robert Half Inc.
(RHI) Downgraded: 12/31/25

Lowering RPE, fierce competition and a lack of long-term contracts make it hard for RHI to grow in this weak U.S. labor market.

Pembina Pipeline
(PBA) Downgraded: 12/30/25

Pembina Pipeline’s high long-term debt of C$12.6 billion remain a cause of worry, which restricts its financial freedom.

Twilio
(TWLO) Downgraded: 12/30/25

Twilio’s overall financial performance might be hurt by softening IT spending.

Blackbaud
(BLKB) Downgraded: 12/27/25

Highly leveraged balance sheet and stiff competition remain as potential headwinds for Blackbaud.

Kirby
(KEX) Downgraded: 12/27/25

Rising expenses pose a threat to the company's bottom line.

Olin
(OLN) Downgraded: 12/27/25

Olin's Epoxy segment is exposed to headwinds from weak economic conditions in Europe & China. It also faces headwinds from higher costs, pressured margins and penalties.

Starbucks
(SBUX) Downgraded: 12/27/25

Increased operational expenses and declining comps continue to impact the company negatively.

Caesars Entertainment
(CZR) Downgraded: 12/27/25

High operating expenses, demand softness in Las Vegas, and regulatory uncertainties remain headwinds.

CSX
(CSX) Downgraded: 12/27/25

Supply-chain woes, soft coal market and high capex may hurt CSX's growth prospects.

Carter's
(CRI) Downgraded: 12/26/25

Carter’s profitability came under pressure in third-quarter 2025, with margins squeezed by tariffs and rising SG&A costs despite ongoing efforts to control expenses and protect brand strength.

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Apple
(AAPL) Upgraded: 12/29/25

Apple is benefiting from momentum in the Services business, strong adoption of Apple Pay and growing Wearables business.

Gilead Sciences
(GILD) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Gilead's strong HIV franchise and the growing oncology franchise should drive growth for the company.

Hormel Foods
(HRL) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Hormel Foods is advancing with brand innovation, driving efficiency through its T&M initiative and reinforcing long-term financial strength.

Broadcom
(AVGO) Upgraded: 12/31/25

Broadcom is a leading player in the semiconductor market based on its expanding product portfolio, multiple target markets, accretive acquisitions and strong cash flow.

Darden Restaurants
(DRI) Upgraded: 12/31/25

Various sales-boosting initiatives and cost-saving efforts undertaken by the company are expected to drive growth.

The Kroger Co.
(KR) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Kroger drives growth with digital expansion, private label success, fresh offerings and strategic partnerships, while investments in AI and value creation fuel long-term scalability.

AT&T
(T) Upgraded: 12/26/25

AT&T is witnessing early momentum in its core market areas driven by strength in 5G and fiber, as it aims to better harness edge computing capabilities with core business focus.

Edwards Lifesciences
(EW) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Strength across all product groups is a positive catalyst for Edwards Lifesciences. The company’s bullish long-term growth strategy buoys optimism on the stock.

Align Technology
(ALGN) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Align Technology’s robust product line, balanced growth across all channels and consistent focus on international markets to drive growth bolster our confidence in the stock.

Intel
(INTC) Upgraded: 12/30/25

Intel’s leading position in PC market, strength in servers, growing clout in software, IoT & ADAS domains and headway in process technology are positive indicators of future growth prospects.

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New Reports: IRIX, PPIH, BKTI, KFS, CTHR, BDCO, ALOT, VLGEA, PRPO, ICCC

IRIDEX
(IRIX) Published: 12/31/25

Iridex improved liquidity and reduced debt through a strategic infusion, reported solid revenue growth, and benefited from a partnership and favorable industry trends.

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Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc.
(PPIH) Published: 12/31/25

Perma-Pipe exhibits strong revenue growth, strategic Middle East market entry, competitive contract awards, expanded local capacity, sound liquidity, and advantageous joint ventures.

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BK Technologies
(BKTI) Published: 12/30/25

BK Technologies, with its growing product portfolio including multiband radios and SaaS solutions, is set to capture a larger market share, enhance its margins through strategic outsourcing and an asset-light model, and sustain profitability through scalable operations and disciplined cost management.

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Kingsway Financial Services
(KFS) Published: 12/30/25

KFS capitalizes on Baby Boomer business transitions, using an ETA model for acquisitions, driving growth and leveraging an asset-light, high-margin portfolio for sustained compounding returns.

Microcap Reports Snippet

Charles & Colvard
(CTHR) Published: 12/30/25

Charles & Colvard's widespread revenue drop, shrinking margins, and deep discounting signal underlying demand issues, risk solvency and long-term brand erosion amidst macroeconomic sensitivity.

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Blue Dolphin Energy Co.
(BDCO) Published: 12/26/25

Blue Dolphin faces persistent structural liquidity issues, margin compression, unsustainable capital structure, high affiliate reliance, inventory risks, and asset impairment charges.

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AstroNova
(ALOT) Published: 12/26/25

AstroNova's operational efficiency and strategic realignments spur margin growth and drive high-quality, sustainable earnings amidst a growing digital printing market.

Microcap Reports Snippet

Village Super Market
(VLGEA) Published: 12/26/25

Village achieves sales growth through strategic store openings and remodels, maintains strong liquidity for flexibility, and remains committed to dividends amidst operational efficiency.

Microcap Reports Snippet

Precipio, Inc.
(PRPO) Published: 12/24/25

Precipio's pathology services drive revenue growth and margin expansion, products division poised for scalable growth, operating leverage boosts financial self-sufficiency, hybrid model enhances customer retention, strategic capital decisions strengthen financial position.

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ImmuCell
(ICCC) Published: 12/24/25

ImmuCell leads in calf disease prevention, stabilizes operations, grows profits, strengthens balance sheet, advances market strategy, and eyes international expansion.

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