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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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Nilanjan Choudhury

AEVA Collapses 59% in a Month - Too Speculative to Hold Now?

Aeva Technologies reels from steep losses and fierce competition as its fragile finances cast doubt on future growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

Chevron & Exxon Near Landmark Deal to Unlock Algeria's Gas Reserves

CVX and Exxon Mobil approach major shale gas deals in Algeria, aiming to boost output, strengthen Europe's energy security and expand global influence.

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Zacks Equity Research

Targa Resources Stock: Is It a Smart Hold in Today's Market?

TRGP benefits from strong global LPG demand, fee-based revenues, tax advantages and Permian scale, but faces risks from overbuild, execution and competition.

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Nalak Das

3 AI-Powered Nuclear Energy OEMs With More Upside Post Solid Q2 Results

MIR, BWXT and GEV delivered upbeat Q2 results and raised outlooks, fueling optimism for nuclear energy OEMs in the AI-driven power boom.

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Anindya Barman

KGC Stock Zooms 70% in 6 Months: Should You Buy the Stock Now?

Kinross Gold has surged 70% in six months, fueled by strong earnings, high gold prices, and project execution.

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Zacks Equity Research

Humana, DrFirst Ties Up to Boost Statin Use in High-Risk Patients

HUM partners with DrFirst to increase statin use in high-risk patients with diabetes and cardiovascular disease, aiming to close care gaps.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can AECOM's $24.6B Backlog Weather Economic and Policy Shocks?

With a $24.6B backlog, ACM eyes growth from global infrastructure booms despite looming economic and policy risks.

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Zacks Equity Research

Lockheed Secures a $720M Contract for JAGM & Hellfire Missiles

LMT wins a $720M U.S. Army deal to produce Hellfire and JAGM Missiles, enhancing its role in advanced missile defense.

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Zacks Equity Research

HBM Sells 30% Stake in Copper World to Mitsubishi for $600M

Hudbay Minerals secures $600M from Mitsubishi for a 30% stake in its Copper World project, slashing its upfront costs and boosting long-term growth plans.

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Urmimala Biswas

Quantum Stocks Q2 2025: Are D-Wave, IonQ & Rigetti Funding the Future?

D-Wave, IonQ and Rigetti post strong Q2 sales, incur steeper losses and have billion-dollar cash reserves to drive quantum breakthroughs.

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Zacks Equity Research

Fortinet Boosts FortiRecon With CTEM to Strengthen Cyber Defenses

FTNT enhances FortiRecon with CTEM alignment, brand protection and AI-driven automation to tackle evolving cyber threats.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can AI-Driven Project Guidance Help Lowe's Win More Market Share?

LOW debuts AI-driven Mylow and enhanced Pro Rewards, aiming to boost customer engagement and market positioning.

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