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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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Harendra Ray

CCL vs. RCL: Which Cruise Stock Looks Stronger for 2026?

Carnival and Royal Caribbean head into 2026 with strong demand, full ships, and improved balance sheets, as cruise investors shift focus from recovery to execution.

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Subhasish Mukherjee

SE vs. TTWO: Which Gaming Stock Offers Better Growth Opportunity?

Take-Two Interactive's deep franchise lineup, record bookings and strong pipeline give it an edge over Sea Limited's Free Fire-dependent rebound.

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Zacks Equity Research

JD's Food Delivery Business Expands: Can Margins and Growth Align?

JD.com's food delivery push is growing fast, but soaring marketing costs and widening losses raise questions about when margins can catch up.

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Kashvi Chandgothia

Roku vs. Netflix: Which Streaming Platform Stock is a Better Buy Now?

ROKU and NFLX dominate streaming in different ways, with platform scale and content investment shaping their paths ahead.

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Zacks Equity Research

Snap-on's Operational Agility, RCI Execution and Innovation Aid Growth

SNA is leaning on RCI-driven efficiency, innovative tools and deeper repair-shop ties to fuel resilient growth across automotive and industrial markets.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can RL's Next Great Chapter Strategy and Digital Push Sustain Growth?

Ralph Lauren's digital push is paying off as personalization, omnichannel and Asia growth lift sales and fuel its Next Great Chapter strategy.

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Mahak Lohia

Wholesale Strength vs. Digital Strain: Is NIKE's Channel Mix Working?

NKE's wholesale rebound is lifting revenues, but digital sales are lagging as promotions fade and traffic softens, raising doubts about channel balance.

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Zacks Equity Research

Implied Volatility Surging for Accel Entertainment Stock Options

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

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Sumit Singh

ONON's EMEA Momentum Builds as UK and France Drive Demand

ONON's EMEA sales surge 28.6% as the UK and France fuel premium brand demand and direct-to-consumer growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for December 26th

MODG, JJSF, EXPD, ISSC, and EL have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on Dec. 26, 2025.

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Rajani Lohia

Can lululemon Halt Margin Erosion Amid Tariff-Driven Cost Hits?

LULU faces tariff-driven margin pressure as the gross margin slumps. However, pricing, efficiency and supply-chain moves aim to blunt the hit into 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

Do Options Traders Know Something About Hilton Grand Vacations Stock We Don't?

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

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Zacks Equity Research

Do Options Traders Know Something About LCUT Stock We Don't?

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

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Can Rising Onboard Spend Per Guest Stabilize NCLH's Yields?

NCLH sees record pre-cruise sales and higher onboard attachment rates, as digital engagement drives earlier guest spending without changes to ticket pricing.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Can Carnival Sustain Yield Gains Amid Heavier Caribbean Supply?

CCL prioritizes yield over occupancy as Caribbean supply jumps, with Q4 net yields up 5.4% and 2026 guidance still anticipating growth.

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Sraddha Singha

Is Stride's $1.52 EPS a Glimpse of a Post-Tech-Recovery Upside?

Is LRN's EPS upside a sign of growth once tech issues fade, as career learning growth offsets near-term disruption?

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