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Zacks Equity Research

Is International Expansion the Key to Wolverine World Wide's Next Leg

WWW is leaning on international growth, with Saucony and Merrell fueling momentum across the APAC and EMEA markets.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

CCL vs. NCLH: Which Cruise Stock Is Better Positioned for 2026?

Carnival and Norwegian Cruise take different paths on growth, costs and leverage as investors weigh which operator looks better set for 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

Do Options Traders Know Something Marriott Vacations Worldwide Stock We Don't?

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

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Deckers Brands, Nike, On Holdings and Align Technology

Deckers Brands and Align Technology headline two S&P 500 stocks down 50%-80% from highs, with solid balance sheets and growth outlooks heading into 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Netflix's Content Strength Drive Further Upside in the Stock in 2026?

NFLX's expansive 2026 lineup of films and hit series sets the stage for stronger engagement, rising subs and expanding advertising momentum.

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Zacks Equity Research

RL Stock Climbs 54.5% in FY25: How Should Investors Plan for FY26?

Ralph Lauren stock rallies on brand elevation, pricing power and digital growth, but higher costs and a premium valuation raise profit-taking questions.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

CCL's Booking Visibility Strengthens: Can Demand Hold Amid Macro Noise?

Carnival exits FY25 with record forward bookings, and two-thirds of 2026 sold at higher prices, signaling resilient cruise demand despite macro uncertainty.

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Rajani Lohia

Is lululemon's Digital Push Winning Over E-Commerce Customers?

LULU's Q3 results show digital remains a key growth engine, driving engagement and omnichannel momentum despite slower e-commerce growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

DraftKings Adds Spanish-Language App: Unlocking a New Growth Channel?

DKNG plans a Spanish-language app ahead of the 2026 World Cup, targeting Hispanic bettors to drive acquisition, engagement and long-term growth.

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Vasundhara Sawalka

Can DIS Stock Maintain Momentum With Streaming Wins and Parks Growth?

DIS gains traction as streaming turns profitable and parks post record income, setting up a pivotal test of whether Disney can sustain growth momentum.

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Harendra Ray

RBLX vs TTWO: Which Gaming Stock Has the Stronger 2026 Setup?

Roblox and Take-Two head into 2026 with sharply different models, pitting platform-driven growth against franchise-led earnings visibility.

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Sumit Singh

4 Stocks With Solid Interest Coverage to Navigate the 2026 Market

AMZN, CAH, LRN and EAT stand out with strong interest coverage ratios to help weather 2026's shifting market tides.

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Sraddha Singha

Can Stride's Margin Focus Outweigh Its Flat Revenue Per Pupil?

Can LRN's margin expansion and cost discipline offset flat revenue per enrollment and drive earnings upside?

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Benjamin Rains

2 Great Stocks to Buy in 2026 Down 50% and 80% from their Highs

Investors might want to be greedy while others are fearful and buy two hard-hit S&P 500 stocks that are trading 50% and 80% below their highs right now.

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Jeremy Mullin

Bear of the Day: Malibu Boats (MBUU)

Investors may want to stay on shore as boating stocks face headwinds.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Income Stocks to Buy for December 30th

IVR, SUBCY and ESCA made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on December 30, 2025.

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Harendra Ray

DKNG vs. PENN: Which Betting Stock Is the Better Buy Now?

DraftKings and PENN Entertainment capture diverging paths in a maturing U.S. betting market, as investors reassess profitability, execution, and balance-sheet discipline.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can Strong Platform Revenues Support Further Upside in Roku Stock?

ROKU's platform business leans on advertising strength, expanding subscriptions and a growing content slate to drive revenue growth.

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Rajani Lohia

lululemon Stock Jumps 14% in a Month: Buy the Rally or Hold Tight?

LULU rises 14% in a month, led mainly by strong Q3 results and a raised outlook, as investors weigh international momentum against U.S. and margin headwinds.

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Vasundhara Sawalka

Disney vs. Comcast: Which Media Giant Has Better Upside Potential?

DIS' streaming turnaround to $1.33 billion profit and record $10 billion Experiences income highlight why DIS may offer stronger upside than CMCSA.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Value Stocks to Buy for December 29th

M, SAIC and MH made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on December 29, 2025.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

MAR, H, HLT: Which Hotel Stock Offers the Best Setup for 2026?

With hotel demand normalizing and costs elevated, let's see how MAR, HLT and H are positioning their brands, pipelines and pricing strategies for 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for December 29th

MH, M, VLO, BG and SAIC have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on December 29th, 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Estee Lauder, Coty, Helen of Troy and European Wax Center

Estee Lauder stands out in a pressured cosmetics industry, leveraging innovation, digital strength and restructuring efforts as the market resets for 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in The Clorox Stock?

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

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