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Chicago, IL – October 7, 2025 – Stocks in this week’s article are Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. (FOLD - Free Report) , Micron Technology Inc. (MU - Free Report) and General Dynamics Corp. (GD - Free Report) .

Bet on These 3 Stocks with Upgraded Broker Ratings for Solid Returns

Investor sentiments are bullish of late despite tariff policies resulting in higher inflation. Last month, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates for the first time this year amid a continued deterioration in the labor market. Amid such a backdrop, retail investors face massive challenges in picking the right stocks and generating robust returns.

One way to cut short this task is to follow brokers' recommendations. In this regard, stocks such as Amicus Therapeutics, Inc., Micron Technology Inc. and General Dynamics Corp. are worth considering for investment.

Brokers often develop deeper insights into companies by engaging directly with senior management, reviewing public filings, and participating in earnings calls. Their sector-wide perspective enables them to assess company fundamentals within the broader context of economic conditions, offering a clearer view of how a stock may perform as an investment.

That said, a broker's stock upgrade can be a useful signal but should not serve as the sole basis for portfolio decisions. Achieving consistent, long-term returns requires investors to weigh factors beyond broker recommendations.

3 Stocks with Upgraded Broker Ratings to Bet On

Princeton, NJ-based Amicus Therapeutics is a global patient-centric biotechnology company. FOLD is engaged in discovering, developing and commercializing various novel treatments for patients with rare metabolic diseases.

Amicus Therapeutics' 2025 earnings are expected to jump 29.2% year over year. FOLD, which currently carries a Zacks Rank #2, has witnessed a 7.7% upward revision in broker ratings over the past four weeks.

Micron, based in Boise, ID, is one of the leading worldwide providers of semiconductor memory solutions. MU's mission is to be the most efficient and innovative global provider of semiconductor memory solutions.

MU's fiscal 2026 earnings are projected to surge 100% on a year-over-year basis. Micron, sporting a Zacks Rank #1 at present, has witnessed a 2.7% upward revision in broker ratings over the past four weeks.

Based in Reston, VA, General Dynamics engages in mission-critical information systems and technologies; land and expeditionary combat vehicles, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and business aviation. GD operates through four segments — Aerospace, Combat Systems, Marine Systems and Technologies.

General Dynamics' 2025 earnings are expected to rise 11.7% year over year. GD, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2, has witnessed a 4.8% upward revision in broker ratings over the past four weeks.

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