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New Upgrades: PEP, CRAI, NI, RF, SNPS, MTG, SIG, FLS, UHS, DOV

PepsiCo
(PEP) Upgraded: 12/04/25

PepsiCo continues to benefit from investments in brands, go-to-market systems, supply chains, manufacturing capacity and digital capabilities to build competitive advantages.

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Charles River Associates
(CRAI) Upgraded: 12/04/25

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

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NiSource
(NI) Upgraded: 12/04/25

NiSource’s consistent investments to strengthen its infrastructure. Data center developments and focus on clean energy are going to drive its performance.

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Regions Financial
(RF) Upgraded: 12/04/25

Regions Financial benefits from an increase in NII supported by high rates and decent loan growth. Also, its buyouts will aid growth. The capital distribution activities are backed by strong liquidity.

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Synopsys
(SNPS) Upgraded: 12/03/25

The company’s recent product launches, acquisitions and deal wins will boost results. Also, unique intellectual properties and global support provided by the company are other positives.

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MGIC Investment
(MTG) Upgraded: 12/03/25

Higher premium, outstanding credit quality and new business will continue to induce growth for MCIG.

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Signet Jewelers
(SIG) Upgraded: 12/03/25

Signet raised its full-year fiscal 2026 outlook following the third quarter performance, reflecting confidence in sustained momentum despite tariff uncertainties.

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Flowserve
(FLS) Upgraded: 12/03/25

Strength across both the segments, 3D strategy and acquisitions should continue to drive Flowserve’s growth. The company’s shareholder-friendly policies spark optimism.

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Universal Health Services
(UHS) Upgraded: 12/02/25

Consistent business and margin expansions, well-performing segments and stable distribution are key positives.

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Dover
(DOV) Upgraded: 12/02/25

Dover is poised to gain from solid order booking, cost-reduction initiatives and execution of margin targets. Further, product digitization, e-commerce, new product development will boost growth.

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New Downgrades: CLH, TOL, NVO, MKC, AVNS, CRI, ZBRA, SFM, OZK, KHC

Clean Harbors
(CLH) Downgraded: 12/03/25

Clean Harbors faces stiff competition and is subject to adverse currency effects from its Canada operations. It also doesn’t pay dividends.

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Toll Brothers
(TOL) Downgraded: 12/03/25

Higher land and labor costs, tariff-related risks, as well as supply-related limitations are raising concerns.

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Novo Nordisk
(NVO) Downgraded: 12/02/25

Novo Nordisk is facing slower GLP-1 drugs growth due to the presence of compounded alternatives and rising competition. Patent expiry and pricing pressure across the diabetes market also remain a worry.

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McCormick & Company
(MKC) Downgraded: 11/29/25

McCormick faces soft QSR demand, cost inflation, margin pressure, FX headwinds and heavy reliance on cost cuts, raising concerns about growth.

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Avanos Medical
(AVNS) Downgraded: 11/28/25

Headwinds from geopolitical concerns and uncertainty in the healthcare industry continue to bother Avanos. Other issues like forex volatility, macroeconomic concerns and stiff competition persist.

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Carter's
(CRI) Downgraded: 11/18/25

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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Zebra Technologies
(ZBRA) Downgraded: 10/31/25

Zebra Technologies grapples with headwinds related to the increasing cost of sales, high debt level and forex woes.

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Sprouts Farmers Market
(SFM) Downgraded: 10/24/25

Sprouts Farmers faces slowing comparable sales and shrinking basket sizes as consumer sensitivity rises, signaling softer demand and limited growth visibility into early 2026.

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Bank OZK
(OZK) Downgraded: 10/21/25

Elevated expenses are expected to hurt Bank OZK’s bottom-line growth. The company's huge exposure to real estate loans, worsening asset quality and NIM pressure are other near-term headwinds.

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Kraft Heinz Company
(KHC) Downgraded: 10/11/25

Kraft Heinz faces ongoing volume weakness, margin pressure, lowered 2025 guidance and significant Indonesia-related disruptions, intensifying concerns over growth and earnings stability.

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Apple
(AAPL) Upgraded: 12/02/25

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

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Delta Air Lines
(DAL) Upgraded: 12/01/25

A good liquidity position gives operational flexibility while the dividend hike indicates cash flow stability and a shareholder-friendly stance.

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Bank of America
(BAC) Upgraded: 12/05/25

Decent loan demand and expansion into new markets by opening financial centers are expected to support Bank of America. Also, digital enhancement will likely keep aiding cross-selling opportunities.

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Tesla
(TSLA) Upgraded: 12/05/25

Strength in the Energy Generation/Storage business, balance sheet strength, and focus on autonomous driving and artificial intelligence are set to drive Tesla.

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Darden Restaurants
(DRI) Upgraded: 12/01/25

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

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Goodyear
(GT) Upgraded: 12/04/25

Buyout of Cooper Tire, Goodyear Forward plan and new product launches enhace the prospects of the company.

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Boeing
(BA) Upgraded: 12/03/25

Long-term prospects of global services unit, acquisiton of Spirit AeroSystems as well as solid defense backlog are expected to boost Boeing's growth

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Edwards Lifesciences
(EW) Upgraded: 12/05/25

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.

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Align Technology
(ALGN) Upgraded: 12/05/25

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.

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Target
(TGT) Upgraded: 12/04/25

Target’s accelerating digital ecosystem, marketplace expansion, shrink improvement, and high-margin non-merchandise streams, supported by advanced tech and AI, enhance profitability and omnichannel scale.

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New Reports: UHG, FONR, ASRV, BAFN, SPRU, IVP, OVLY, CRWS, SD, PEBK

United Homes Group, Inc.
(UHG) Published: 12/05/25

United Homes' product and strategy revamps improve margins and profitability, with market focus and presales backing a resilient and growing backlog despite industry pressures.

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Fonar
(FONR) Published: 12/05/25

FONAR capitalizes on growing outpatient imaging demand, driven by aging populations and chronic diseases, with a recurring revenue model and technological differentiation.

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AmeriServ Financial
(ASRV) Published: 12/05/25

AmeriServ increased earnings and equity, expanded deposits, and optimized operations aligning with sector growth and digital banking trends.

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BayFirst Financial Corp.
(BAFN) Published: 12/05/25

BayFirst exits SBA lending, sells loans, strengthens deposit base, diversifies portfolio, expands treasury services, and capitalizes on Tampa Bay growth.

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Spruce Power Holding Corporation
(SPRU) Published: 12/05/25

Spruce Power secures stable cash flow through long-term solar contracts, high-margin SREC deals, cost-effective growth strategies, and diversified clean energy services.

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Inspire Veterinary Partners, Inc.
(IVP) Published: 12/04/25

Inspire Veterinary Partners faces persistent losses, high financing costs, and market fragmentation, risking investor confidence and long-term viability.

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Oak Valley Bancorp CA
(OVLY) Published: 12/04/25

Oak Valley Bancorp shows remarkable liquidity growth, pristine loan quality, strategic branch openings, dividend increases, and aligns with positive industry trends.

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Crown Crafts
(CRWS) Published: 12/03/25

Crown Crafts' acquisition of Baby Boom boosts portfolio diversification and offsets declines in bedding and diaper sales, while enhancing financial stability and international growth.

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SandRidge Energy
(SD) Published: 12/03/25

SandRidge capitalizes on the Cherokee Shale Play, expands margins through cost control, provides durable capital returns, offers undervalued reserve conversion, and maintains sustainable ESG-focused operations.

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Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina
(PEBK) Published: 12/03/25

Peoples Bancorp shows strong core banking, credit underwriting and cost control, leading to expanded margins, reliable, growing dividends and strategic market positioning.

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Company	Symbol	Price	%Chg
Keros Thera...	KROS	21.69	+7.01%
Micron Tech...	MU	237.22	+4.66%
PJT Partner...	PJT	176.04	+3.10%
Commercial...	CMC	66.86	+2.50%
LiveRamp	RAMP	29.45	+2.43%

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Company	Symbol	Price	%Chg
Ping An Ins...	PNGAY	15.51	+7.11%
Keros Thera...	KROS	21.69	+7.01%
Polaris	PII	67.45	+2.63%
Macy's...	M	22.85	+2.37%
Kohl's...	KSS	23.05	+2.08%

Company	Symbol	Price	%Chg
Ping An Ins...	PNGAY	15.51	+7.11%
Seagate Tec...	STX	278.79	+4.95%
ZTO Express...	ZTO	21.68	+3.19%
Polaris	PII	67.45	+2.63%
Commercial...	CMC	66.86	+2.50%

Company	Symbol	Price	%Chg
Sandisk Cor...	SNDK	228.47	+7.11%
Keros Thera...	KROS	21.69	+7.01%
Western Dig...	WDC	168.89	+4.90%
Micron Tech...	MU	237.22	+4.66%
MongoDB	MDB	409.62	+3.25%

Company	Symbol	Price	%Chg
Keros Thera...	KROS	21.69	+7.01%
Reddit Inc....	RDDT	234.11	+5.10%
Micron Tech...	MU	237.22	+4.66%
Appian	APPN	40.96	+3.99%
On Holding...	ONON	48.14	+3.50%

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