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Akashlina Dewanjee

SkyWater Soars 23% in a Month: Should You Buy the Stock or Wait?

SKYT's acquisition of Fab 25, ThermaView launch and rising quantum computing demand present a compelling entry point in the stock in 2025.

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Avisekh  Bhattacharjee

Axon Enterprise Trades Near 52-Week High: Should You Buy Now or Wait?

AXON trades near its 52-week high as strong device sales, rising ARR and new drone ventures fuel investor optimism.

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Avisekh  Bhattacharjee

Howmet Aerospace Trades Near 52-Week High: Is the Stock Still a Buy?

HWM nears its 52-week high after a 100% surge, backed by strong aerospace demand and robust defense spending.

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Shaun Pruitt

Will Palantir Stock Keep Surging After Expanding Government Contracts?

Capitalizing on its focus on the intelligence communities, data analytics, and artificial intelligence software provider Palantir (PLTR) saw its stock surge as much as +9% on Friday.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Aerospace Defense Stocks for Higher Highs

Among the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, several Aerospace Defense stocks are standing out and have reached new 52-week highs this week.

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Ethan Feller

Bull of the Day: Safran (SAFRY)

Safran, a France-based Aerospace and Defense stock has surged in recent months due to shifting geopolitical trends and upward trending earnings revisions

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for May 22nd

ESLT, FTS, MTG, ERO and CCRD have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 22, 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

SIFCO Industries Q2 Loss Narrower, Stock Declines Post-Earnings

SIF reports narrower losses in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, with improved margins and strong backlog growth despite challenges in raw material sourcing.

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Zacks Equity Research

BAER Stock Gains Post Record Q1 Earnings and Revenue Performances

Bridger Aerospace witnesses record first-quarter 2025 revenues, improved loss metrics, and strong 2025 guidance backed by early deployments and new contracts.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Stocks to Watch as Trump Reaches Trade Deal with the U.K.: BP, NOMD, RYCEY

Several British ADRs are standing out and may be worthy of investors' consideration, with President Trump reaching a trade deal with the U.K. on Thursday.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for May 6th

MAIA, BYRN, OCX, BBVA and HMY have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 6, 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics

Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics are included in this Analyst Blog.

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Shaun Pruitt

Why the Zacks Rank is More Important Than Ever

Following the Zacks Rank will allow investors to see which stocks are navigating a tariff-induced economic slowdown effectively as the Trump administration has implemented the highest tariffs on imports in over a century.

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Zacks Equity Research

BAER Stock Falls Despite Q4 Earnings Uptick and Record Revenues

Bridger Aerospace witnesses record revenues and narrower losses in fourth-quarter 2024 driven by rising demand for aerial firefighting.

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Zacks Equity Research

Implied Volatility Surging for Leonardo DRS (DRS) Stock Options

Investors need to pay close attention to Leonardo DRS (DRS) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Avisekh  Bhattacharjee

Should You Buy, Hold or Sell Axon Stock Post Q4 Earnings Release?

AXON is making strides in the key end markets, which makes the stock worth a watch amid certain headwinds.

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Zacks Equity Research

National Presto Posts 20% Y/Y Earnings Growth in 2024 on Defense Backlog

NPK's 2024 EPS witnesses 20% year-over-year growth, driven by strong Defense sales, improved retail demand and a better product mix. A $1 billion backlog limits extra dividends for 2025.

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Avisekh  Bhattacharjee

Axon's Q4 Earnings Coming Up: Buy Now or Wait for Results?

As AXON gears up to report fourth-quarter earnings, let us find out how the expectations stack up and whether it is the right time to buy the stock.

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy the Dip in Palantir Technologies (PLTR) or Vertiv Holdings (VRT) Stock?

As two of the market's top performers in recent years, investors may be wondering if they should buy the dip in Palantir Technologies (PLTR) or Vertiv Holdings (VRT) stock.

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Debanjana Dey

Zacks Initiates Coverage of SIFCO Industries With Neutral Recommendation

Discover why Zacks rates SIFCO Industries as "Neutral", being the first on Wall Street to initiate coverage on the stock. Explore SIF's promising growth prospects and financial health amid market challenges.

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Brian Bolan

Bull Of The Day: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)

This defense contractor is reporting in a couple of weeks and has beaten the Zacks Estimate in each of the last 15 quarters.

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Zacks Equity Research

Kratos Defense and GSK have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Kratos Defense and GSK have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day.

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Avisekh  Bhattacharjee

Axon Surges 97.5% in 6 Months: Is the Stock Still Worth Buying?

AXON's strength across its businesses, growth investments and accretive buyouts make it an attractive pick for investors.

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Shaun Pruitt

Should Palantir (PLTR) Stock Be in Your Portfolio Going into 2025?

Soaring over +300% year to date, investors' may be wondering if Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock should have a spot in their portfolio as we edge closer to the new year.

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Brian Bolan

Bear Of The Day: Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII)

Concerns of a cutback in military spending and a recent miss has sent estimates lower for this defense stock.

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