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Vasundhara Sawalka

3 Media Stocks to Buy From a Prospering Industry

Zacks Media Conglomerates industry players like SPHR, LION and MSGE gain from the rising demand for high-speed Internet and increased media consumption.

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Zacks Equity Research

Netflix Beats Q4 Earnings Estimates, Crosses 325M Subscribers

NFLX beats Q4 earnings and revenue estimates, crosses 325 million paid members, and sees strong gains from ads, pricing, and a blockbuster content slate.

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Zacks Equity Research

Company News for Jan 21, 2026

Companies in The News Are: FITB,FOR,LULU,MSFT

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Zacks Equity Research

Implied Volatility Surging for Hooker Furnishings Stock Options

Investors need to pay close attention to HOFT stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Momentum Stock to Buy for January 21st

LRCX, BNPQY and LRLCY made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on January 21, 2026.

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Mark Vickery

Top Stock Reports for Apple, Walmart & JPMorgan

Apple, Walmart and JPMorgan lead today's Zacks research, highlighting services growth, omnichannel strength and banking momentum amid risks.

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Tanuka De

ALTO vs. GPRE: Which Renewable Fuels Stock is a Better Investment?

ALTO and GPRE both target low-carbon growth, but ALTO's diversification and lower valuation give it an edge.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Value Stocks to Buy for January 20th

APELY, DB and CRI made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on January 20, 2026.

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Best Income Stocks to Buy for January 20th

CRI, APELY and GS made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on January 20, 2026.

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Rajani Lohia

NIKE vs. adidas: Which Athleticwear Stock is Poised for Growth?

NKE and ADDYY show contrasting market share, strategies and earnings trends as the athleticwear industry enters a new phase.

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Harendra Ray

Carnival Resumes Dividend: A Turning Point for Shareholders?

CCL restarts a 15-cent quarterly dividend after record results, faster deleveraging and a capital-allocation reset that puts cash back to shareholders.

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Zacks Equity Research

Will lululemon's Cost Controls Buffer Against Margin Compression?

LULU tightens costs through supply-chain redesign, selective pricing and expense discipline to offset tariffs, inflation and margin pressure.

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Zacks Equity Research

Sonos Shares Soar 50% in 6 Months: Is There More Upside Ahead?

SONO has surged nearly 50% in six months as restructuring, cost cuts and product momentum lift margins, sparking debate over a lasting uptrend.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights NIKE, adidas and lululemon athletica

NIKE tests its turnaround as sport-led innovation aims to offset weak global demand amid tariff pressures and cautious consumers.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for January 20th

APELY, KNOP, JHX, CRI and ATRO have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on January 20, 2026.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Netflix, Johnson & Johnson, Intel, Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery

Netflix kicks off a pivotal week as major earnings roll in, with media deal drama and global policy events shaping market sentiment.

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy Netflix Stock for a Rebound as Q4 Earnings Approach?

Investors are eying Netflix (NFLX) stock when markets reopen on Tuesday, January 20, as the streaming giant is scheduled to report its Q4 results after market hours.

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Zacks Equity Research

Netflix and Capital One Financial are part of Zacks Earnings Preview

Netflix and Capital One Financial headline Zacks' earnings preview, with investors eyeing growth expectations and key catalysts in this week's reports.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Sell Stocks for January 19th

APRE, NFE and CZR have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on January 19, 2026.

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Buy 4 Discretionary Stocks as Rate Cut Hopes Rise on Easing Inflation

AS, CMPR, PLNT and ABNB stand out as easing November inflation revives rate-cut hopes, lifting consumer discretionary stocks with rising earnings estimates.

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Are Early-Season Metrics Signaling Challenges for Vail Resorts?

MTN flags one of its weakest early ski seasons in 30+ years, with low snowfall hitting visits and revenues and pushing EBITDA just below guidance.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights FSCPX and FSRPX

FSCPX and FSRPX stand out as consumer discretionary fund picks as rising PPI and steady rates set the stage for stronger spending.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is Carter's Wholesale Segment Weakness Dragging Overall Growth?

CRI's growth is held back by U.S. Wholesale declines tied to Simple Joys, offsetting gains in Retail and International.

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Mark Vickery

Pre-Markets Lower on Bank Earnings, Ahead of Bigger Week

PNC Financial, MTB Bank, State Street and Regions are all out with fresh earnings reports this morning.

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Ritujay Ghosh

Buy 4 Discretionary Stocks as Rate Cut Hopes Rise on Easing Inflation

AS, CMPR, PLNT and ABNB stand out as easing November inflation revives rate-cut hopes, lifting consumer discretionary stocks with rising earnings estimates.

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