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SMID Upgraded to Outperform as Structural Growth Catalysts Align

Smith-Midland is upgraded to "Outperform" as MASH-TL3 barrier rentals, IIJA tailwinds, data center vault demand and margin gains drive a compelling value re-rating through 2026.

SMIDNegative Net Change

John Blank

ZRS Chart of the Month

Investor concern should be rising -- a weak U.S. job market has hit consumer spending.

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October Asset Allocation Guidelines

5 different frameworks specify portfolio risk tolerance: from Risky "Max Growth" to Conservative "Income." Choose one that fits you.

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October Sell-Side and Buy-Side Consensus at a Glance

A valuation boost from the attraction of a broad equity risk premium looks non-existent, using Zacks 2025 S&P500 earnings of $267.86.

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International: Update on Global Regions

The blended (combines actual results for companies that have reported and estimated results for companies that have yet to report) earnings growth rate for the S&P 500 for Q4 2024 is 16.9%.

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Zacks October View on Equity Markets

This month? I focus the U.S. market's outlook, on a balance, between bull and bear views.

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Natural Alternatives Q4 Sales Rise 15% Y/Y, Loss Widens for FY25

NAII sales rise y/y in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, but higher charges and underused capacity widen loss.

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Zacks Equity Research

AgEagle Lands Key Drone Order to Build Defense & Safety Operations

The deal strengthens UAVS's foothold in defense and public safety markets while enhancing Tough Stump's ARTEMIS kits with advanced aerial reconnaissance capabilities.

UAVSNegative Net Change

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CPSH Secures $1.15M US Army Contract for Warhead Development

CPS Technologies wins a $1.15-million Army contract to advance tungsten warhead tech, strengthening its defense footprint.

CPSHNegative Net Change

Debasmita Chatterjee

Zacks Initiates Coverage of OVLY With Neutral Recommendation

Discover why Zacks has given Oak Valley Bancorp a "Neutral" rating, being the first on Wall Street to initiate coverage on the stock. Learn how strong credit quality and capital strength are balanced against rising costs and competitive pressures.

OVLYPositive Net Change

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BayFirst Downgraded to Neutral on Profit, Credit Concerns

BAFN's downgrade rating reflects rising credit costs, sustained net losses and capital pressures despite solid deposit growth, SBA lending leadership, and continued technology investments.

BAFNPositive Net Change

Debasmita Chatterjee

Zacks Initiates Coverage of Spruce Power With Neutral Recommendation

Find out why Zacks has assigned Spruce Power a "Neutral" rating, being the first on Wall Street to initiate coverage on the stock. Learn how steady solar cash flows and operational efficiency are weighed against regulatory headwinds and high leverage.

SPRUPositive Net Change

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NRP Upgraded to Neutral as Debt Decline Balances Pricing Pressures

Natural Resource Partners' debt reduction and resilient cash flow offset coal and soda ash weakness, prompting a recommendation upgrade to "Neutral."

NRPPositive Net Change

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SandRidge Upgraded to Outperform on Growth, Balance Sheet Strength

SD's production growth, improved natural gas pricing and a cash-rich balance sheet support an "Outperform" rating despite oil price uncertainty.

SDNegative Net Change

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Zacks Initiates Coverage of Security Federal With Outperform Rating

Discover why Zacks, being the first on Wall Street to initiate the stock coverage, rates SFDL as "Outperform." Explore how resilient earnings, robust capital and improved credit quality aid the company.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Initiates Coverage of Community Bancorp With Outperform Rating

Discover why Zacks, being the first on Wall Street to initiate the stock coverage, rates CMTV as "Outperform." Explore how substantial profits, rising deposits and brand recognition position Community Bancorp for growth.

CMTVNo Net Change

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Zacks Initiates Coverage of Landmark Bancorp With Outperform Rating

Discover why Zacks, being the first on Wall Street to initiate the stock coverage, rates LARK as "Outperform." Explore how strong profits, rising deposits and brand recognition position Landmark Bancorp for growth.

LARKPositive Net Change

John Blank

September Sell-Side and Buy-Side - Consensus at a Glance

A valuation boost from the attraction of a broad equity risk premium looks minimal using Zacks 2025 S&P500 earnings of $266.63.

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Zacks September View on Equity Markets

Economic activity in the United States has expanded at a moderately above-trend pace on a four-quarter basis, and the labor market has remained solid.

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ZRS Chart of the Month

Info Tech remains wildly overpriced, at extreme valuations, +59% over the median. That is the "AI froth factor."

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September Asset Allocation Guidelines

5 different frameworks specify portfolio risk tolerance: from Risky "Max Growth" to Conservative "Income." Choose one that fits you.

John Blank

International: Update on Global Regions

Composed of 500 companies that are domiciled in the U.S., the S&P 500 captures approximately 82% of the total U.S. equity market value.

Debasmita Chatterjee

Zacks Initiates Coverage of UBFO With Neutral Recommendation

Find out why Zacks has assigned United Security Bancshares a "Neutral" rating, being the first on Wall Street to initiate coverage on the stock. Learn how dividends and credit quality are tempered by earnings volatility and rising costs.

UBFONegative Net Change

Debasmita Chatterjee

Zacks Initiates Coverage of BV Financial With Neutral Recommendation

Find out why Zacks has assigned BV Financial a "Neutral" rating, being the first on Wall Street to initiate coverage on the stock. Explore how buybacks, prudent lending, and capital strength are balanced by expense pressures and regional risks.

BVFLNegative Net Change

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SENEA Upgrades to Outperform on Volume, Margin & EPS Tailwinds

Seneca gets an upgrade as volume rebounds, interest costs fall and margins recover from high-cost inventory drag, justifying the upgrade to Outperform.

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