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Phillips 66's Bayway Refinery in New Jersey Faces Production Outage

PSX has reduced gasoline output at its Bayway refinery after a fire disrupted operations at a key unit.

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Zacks Equity Research

OUTFRONT Media Stock Up 14.5% in 3 Months: Will the Trend Last?

OUT shares jump 14.5% in three months as digital conversions, acquisitions and transit growth fuel momentum.

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Maharathi Basu

Should You Buy, Sell or Hold ZIM Stock Ahead of Q2 Earnings?

ZIM faces Q2 earnings with higher EPS estimates but steep year-over-year declines, rising costs, and trade tensions clouding its outlook.

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Anirudha Bhagat

ASML Stock Trades at a Discount: Should You Buy, Sell or Hold?

ASML trades at a discount, but cautious guidance, a weak 2026 outlook and trade headwinds weigh on the stock's appeal.

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Zacks Equity Research

MDU Resources Boosts Shareholder Value Through 7.7% Dividend Hike

MDU raises its quarterly dividend by 7.7%, marking 87 years of uninterrupted payouts and reaffirming its long-term commitment to shareholders.

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Om Jaiswal

CrowdStrike vs. Qualys: Which Cybersecurity Stock is a Better Buy?

QLYS' expanding customer base, steady earnings growth and cheaper valuation make it a stronger buy than CRWD.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Deckers Maintain Its Growth Trajectory Despite Margin Pressures?

DECK posts double-digit revenue gains from HOKA and UGG, but tariffs, freight and promotions weigh on margins.

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Zacks Equity Research

GILD Stock Up 7% Post Q2 Earnings: Should You Buy Now or Wait?

Gilead's Q2 earnings beat and raised 2025 outlook lift shares 7.3%, fueled by HIV gains, Trodelvy strength, and new PrEP launch Yeztugo.

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Zacks Equity Research

Nordson Gears Up to Post Q3 Earnings: What's in the Cards?

NDSN readies Q3 earnings release on Aug. 20, with acquisitions boosting growth but cost pressures weighing on margins.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

Buffett's Shot in the Arm Sends UnitedHealth Soaring Against the Odds

Buffett's $1.57B bet on UNH sparks a 12% surge, lifting peers despite sector headwinds and recent struggles at the insurer.

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Zacks Equity Research

BigBear.ai Partners With Narval for Cargo Security in Panama

BBAI teams with Narval to launch AI-powered cargo security in Panama, setting new standards for global supply-chain protection.

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Swayta Shah

BAC's Liquidity Cushion: A Green Light for Solid Capital Return Plans?

Bank of America's strong liquidity, reduced capital buffer and Fed approval fuel higher dividends and a $40B share repurchase plan.

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Rimmi Singhi

Will VWAGY's Backing Turn QS Into a Battery Powerhouse?

Volkswagen's partnership with QuantumScape and milestone-based funding could extend QS' runway and accelerate solid-state battery scaling.

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Kinjel Shah

Lilly Stock Down 5% This Month: Should You Buy the Dip?

Eli Lilly stock is down 5% this month despite strong Q2 results and raised guidance, as data from a study on the obesity pill orforglipron disappointed.

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Rimmi Singhi

Is Cobra the Growth Engine That Can Drive QuantumScape Higher?

QS' Cobra separator promises faster and cheaper battery production, marking a key step toward commercial scale in the EV race.

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Zacks Equity Research

Southern's Subsidiary Installs Advanced Turbines at Plant Yates

SO's subsidiary, Georgia Power, teams up with Mitsubishi Power to install new gas turbines at Plant Yates, increasing energy output and providing jobs for locals.

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Zacks Equity Research

ExxonMobil Secures Vast Deepwater Block in Trinidad & Tobago

XOM secures exclusive rights to Trinidad & Tobago's vast UD-1 block, boosting its Caribbean deepwater expansion strategy.

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Sridatri Sarkar

Abbott Gains in Nutrition With Adult Segment Leading Growth

ABT Nutrition unit posts steady gains as adult-focused brands like Ensure and Glucerna drive global demand and market share growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

QUBT Q2 Earnings Match Estimates, Revenues Miss, Stock Down

Quantum Computing posts a wider loss, and revenues lag estimates. However, milestones in quantum tech, NASA contract and index inclusion mark growth steps.

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Sumit Singh

Can Home Depot's SRS Distribution Boost Pro Sales Momentum in Q2?

HD leverages its 2024 SRS acquisition with a planned GMS deal, expanding Pro offerings and fueling future growth.

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Sumit Singh

Can Costco's Affirm Tie-Up Accelerate Digital Sales in Q4?

COST's partnership with Affirm adds BNPL financing to boost digital sales, big-ticket purchases and member loyalty.

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Abhinab Dasgupta

Beat the Market the Zacks Way: CBRE, Acadian, Fastenal in Focus

CBRE, Acadian, and Fastenal highlight Zacks' market-beating picks as portfolios outpace broader indexes with strong 2025 gains.

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Maharathi Basu

Volatile Markets? Keep An Eye On These 5 Broker-Friendly Stocks

Amid market volatility, broker-backed stocks like AXL, BKD, ADNT, ABG and AN stand out for their growth potential and earnings strength.

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Vaishali Doshi

Add These 4 Top-Performing Liquid Stocks to Boost Portfolio Returns

NYT, DDS, NEM and FTDR make the cut as top liquid stocks, with each boasting strong liquidity, growth attributes and operational efficiency.

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Ritujay Ghosh

4 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Bank on as Consumer Sentiment Plummets

As consumer sentiment weakens and inflation fears grow, Fortis, NJR, ONE Gas and Diageo emerge as attractive low-beta, dividend-paying plays.

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