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Zacks Equity Research

Shopify and Bloomin' Brands have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Shopify surges on its new OpenAI partnership, while Bloomin' Brands struggles with shrinking margins and changing diner habits.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks.com featured highlights include Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, 10x Genomics, Norwegian Cruise Line, Electromed and Analog Devices

Zacks spotlights five efficient stocks Red Robin, 10x Genomics, Norwegian Cruise Line, Electromed, and Analog Devices that excel in turning assets and operations into profits.

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Zacks Equity Research

Acuity and Dine Brands Global have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Acuity shines as Zacks' Bull of the Day on breakout potential and strong earnings, while Dine Brands faces mounting pressure as the Bear of the Day.

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Benjamin Rains

Bear of the Day: Dine Brands Global, Inc. (DIN)

DIN stock tanked -60% in the past three years, while its Retail- Restaurants industry climbed +12%. The restaurant company has a rough balance sheet, and its earnings revisions have dropped over the past several years.

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Zacks Equity Research

Rocky Mountain Stock Slips Following Q2 Earnings, Net Loss Persists

RMCF's second-quarter fiscal 2026 net loss persists as cost pressures offset gains from new stores, branding efforts and digital upgrades.

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Santanu Roy

5 Must-Buy Efficient Stocks to Increase Your Portfolio Returns

From Red Robin to Analog Devices, these five high-efficiency stocks stand out for their strong ratios and surprise earnings potential.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is Visa Direct the Catalyst for a Cashless Tipping Revolution?

V's partnership with SpotOn and Astra uses Visa Direct to enable instant, cashless tip payouts, streamlining pay for service workers.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

BROS vs. CAVA: Which Fast-Casual Upstart Has a Stronger Growth Story?

Dutch Bros' expanding drive-thru network and strong loyalty engagement may outpace CAVA's disciplined but cost-pressured growth story.

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Harendra Ray

CMG vs. MCD: Which Restaurant Stock Is the Better Buy for Now?

McDonald's shows steady growth and resilience as Chipotle faces sales pressure, margin strain and a sharp stock drop.

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Brian Bolan

Bear Of The Day: Bloomin Brands (BLMN)

Despite beating the number in the most recent report, this stock was taken out by investors.

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Mark Vickery

Top Analyst Reports for Broadcom, Exxon Mobil & ServiceNow

Broadcom's AI-fueled surge, Exxon Mobil's energy expansion, and ServiceNow's digital momentum headline today's top analyst picks.

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Harendra Ray

Chipotle Faces Tougher Competition: Is Its Brand Moat Still Strong?

CMG's brand moat faces fresh tests as rivals undercut on value, yet its innovation, loyalty and scale keep defenses strong.

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Zacks Equity Research

Domino's Q3 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates, Stock Up

DPZ delivers a Q3 earnings and revenue beat, powered by strong U.S. order growth and its "Best Deal Ever" promotion.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Dutch Bros Tightens Cost Controls: Are Margin Gains Sustainable?

BROS' Q2 margins edge higher on cost cuts and labor gains, but rising coffee prices may weigh on near-term growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

Domino's Q3 Earnings on Deck: Strong Sales, Softer Profits?

DPZ eyes solid third-quarter sales growth on new products and delivery deals, though profit margins may stay under pressure.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

MCD's AI Push Gains Steam: Is Restaurant Tech the Next Growth Driver?

McDonald's deepens its AI-driven "Accelerating the Arches" push, betting on Edge and automation to lift efficiency and margins.

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Harendra Ray

Chipotle Stock Falls 27% in 3 Months: Buy the Dip or Stay Cautious?

CMG's 27% stock slide reflects cost pressures and cautious consumers, but menu and tech upgrades may fire up a rebound.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is Chipotle's Menu Innovation Enough to Defend Market Share?

CMG bets on new menu hits like Honey Chicken and Adobo Ranch to revive sales and fend off rivals in the crowded fast-casual arena.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

BROS Stock Slips 26% in a Month: Should Investors Buy the Dip or Wait?

BROS shares have slipped 26% in a month as higher costs, weaker pricing power and expansion spending weigh on sentiment.

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Shaun Pruitt

Bear of the Day: Dave & Buster's (PLAY)

Dave & Buster's stock has had the remnants of a value trap for quite some time, but the cat is out of the bag now, considering its diminishing EPS outlook.

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Zacks Equity Research

Reddit and Dave & Buster have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Reddit shines as Zacks' Bull of the Day with soaring ad revenue and first-time profitability, while Dave & Buster's struggles make it the Bear of the Day.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

BROS' Food Pilot Gains Momentum: Can It Unlock Morning-Daypart Growth?

Dutch Bros bets on its food pilot expansion to lift morning traffic, boost ticket size and deepen customer engagement.

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Zacks Equity Research

Astera Labs and Cracker Barrel Old Country Store have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Astera Labs shines as Zacks' Bull of the Day for its AI infrastructure edge, while Cracker Barrel faces backlash and sluggish growth.

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Andrew Rocco

Bear of the Day: Cracker Barrel (CBRL)

Cracker Barrel's attempt to modernize its brand backfired severely, resulting in a significant stock drop and erosion of trust with its customer base.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Will Starbucks' Store Uplifts Reset Economics and Customer Connection?

SBUX bets on store uplifts and new prototypes to boost customer connection and unit efficiency.

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