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Mark Vickery

Big Morning for Q2 Numbers: GDP +3.3%, Earnings Beats for Retailers

Q2 GDP improves by 30 bps from the initial print, +3.3%, and 20 bps above expectations.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 Consumer-Centric Stocks to Consider as Earnings Approach: OLLI, ULTA

Set to report Q2 results on Thursday, August 28, Ollie's Bargain Outlet and Ulta Beauty stock have drifted toward 52-week highs and are sporting a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), respectively.

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Zacks Equity Research

Procter & Gamble's Innovation Playbook: Working or Wearing Thin?

PG leans on bold product launches like Tide evo and Swiffer PowerMop, but questions remain on whether innovation can keep fueling growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

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

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

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Zacks Equity Research

Implied Volatility Surging for McCormick & Company Stock Options

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

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Zacks Equity Research

SJM Q1 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimates, Sales Dip on Low Volumes

SJM's first-quarter earnings and sales miss estimates as volume declines, with it updating the fiscal 2026 outlook.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in MGP Ingredients Stock?

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

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Anindya Barman

5 Value Stocks With Exciting EV-to-EBITDA Ratios to Own Now

POST, PAGP, GBX, PKX and SBH stand out with low EV-to-EBITDA ratios and strong earnings growth forecasts.

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Zacks Equity Research

PepsiCo's Q3 Test: Can PBNA Gains Outweigh Frito-Lay Struggles?

PEP heads into Q3 with strong PBNA momentum, but Frito-Lay's volume struggles may test its balanced growth outlook.

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Zacks Equity Research

Can AVO's Supply Chain Integration Drive Stability in Uncertain Times?

Mission Produce's global sourcing and multi-crop strategy drive record revenues, but high valuation and profit headwinds linger.

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Zacks Equity Research

Philip Morris Transformation Accelerates With IQOS and ZYN Growth

PM's second-quarter results show smoke-free gains lifting revenues and profit, even as cigarette volumes continue to decline.

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Rajani Lohia

Coca-Cola vs. Monster Beverage: Which Stock Offers Refreshing Returns?

KO's global scale and steady cash flow meet MNST's rapid growth and global energy drink dominance in a showdown of growth, innovation and market strategy.

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Zacks Equity Research

What's Driving Altria Group's Growth in OCI for Smokeables?

MO's smokeable margins jumped 2.9 percentage points to 64.5% as pricing power and cost cuts offset sharp volume declines.

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Zacks Equity Research

Company News for Aug 26, 2025

Companies in The News Are: KDP,WSM,META,AMZN

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Zacks Equity Research

AXIL Stock Falls After Posting FY25 Results Despite Y/Y EBITDA Growth

AXIL Brands stock slips post-FY25 results as revenues and EPS decline, but EBITDA, cash flow and a new wholesale deal boost long-term growth prospects.

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Zacks Equity Research

JSDA Posts Q2 Profit From Cannabis Sale Despite Y/Y Revenue Dip

Jones Soda posts Q2 profit from cannabis sale despite a y/y revenue drop, with product launches and retail expansion aimed at fueling growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

Hormel Foods Readies for Q3 Earnings: What's in the Offing?

HRL leans on Foodservice momentum and retail brand strength, but cost pressures are likely to weigh on results.

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Zacks Equity Research

Brown-Forman Q1 Earnings: Will Brand Strength Outweigh Margin Woes?

BF.B's focus on premium brands, pricing and cost cuts to lift Q1 sales, but margin headwinds may drag earnings down.

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Swati Prasad

Altria vs. Philip Morris: Which Stock Smokes Out Better Returns?

MO and PM battle for investor favor as smoke-free gains, pricing power and earnings growth reshape their outlooks.

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Santanu Roy

Take the Zacks Approach to Beat the Markets: WisdomTree, SkyWest & PepsiCo in Focus

Zacks highlights gains for WisdomTree, SkyWest, and PepsiCo as its stock strategies deliver strong returns amid market volatility.

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Yashwardhan Jain

Diversify With ETFs and Stay Ahead in Volatile Markets

Amid AI bubble worries and tech sell-offs, investors turn to value, consumer staples, gold and international ETFs for diversification.

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Zacks Equity Research

The J.M. Smucker to Report Q1 Earnings: What Surprise Awaits Investors?

SJM faces inflation, weak spending and sweet baked goods softness, but growth strategies may offer support.

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Zacks Equity Research

AgEagle Stock Sinks 6.3% Despite Strong Y/Y Earnings Turnaround in Q2

UAVS posts strong Q2 revenues and profit growth, but the stock plunges as investors question sustainability and market volatility.

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Zacks Equity Research

Altria Bets on Pricing: A Cushion Against Falling Volumes?

MO uses pricing strength to cushion profits against steep drops in cigarette volumes.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Celsius, CommScope and Stride

Celsius, CommScope and Stride shine as resilient growth names, with strong fundamentals and analyst support making them top dip-buying opportunities.

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