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AI-Driven Personalization Fuels SFIX's Rising AOV & RPAC in Early FY26

Stitch Fix enters FY26 with accelerating AOV and RPAC as larger baskets, stronger category mix and AI-powered tools boost client spending momentum.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Can PLAY's Revamped Remodel Blueprint Catalyze Its Next Growth Cycle?

Dave & Buster's sharpens its remodel strategy with guest-first upgrades, aiming to boost traffic, productivity and fuel its Back to Basics momentum.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Momentum Stock to Buy for December 12th

KSS made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stock list on December 12, 2025.

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Swati Prasad

TJX Stock Up 30% in 2025: What's the Smart Move for 2026?

The TJX Companies' 30% YTD surge, strong comps and raised fiscal 2026 outlook fuel momentum as investors weigh the next move.

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Costco Beats Q1 Earnings Estimates With 6.4% Comparable Sales Growth

COST tops Q1 earnings estimates on 6.4% comp sales growth, strong membership gains and e-commerce momentum.

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Aparajita Dutta

5 Low-Leverage Stocks to Bet on as Investors Shy Away From Technology

As investors retreat from technology, CASY and other low-leverage stocks should appeal to investors looking for safer options in a rate-cut-driven market shift.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Value Stocks to Buy for December 12th

KSS and FOX made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on December 12, 2025.

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Best Income Stocks to Buy for December 12th

KSS made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on December 12, 2025.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Walmart, Target, Kroger and Costco

Walmart leads retail stocks in 2025 as e-commerce, membership growth and higher-margin streams fuel strong momentum heading into 2026.

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Urmimala Biswas

Emerging Markets to Outperform: 3 Stocks for 2026 Growth & Value

IBN, TSM and MELI stand out as emerging-market plays as stronger growth, cheaper valuations and sector tailwinds set the stage for 2026 momentum.

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Bryan Hayes

Pre-Earnings Spotlight: Costco's E-Commerce Engine Revs Up

Investors will be closely monitoring this evening's results for signs of sustained momentum.

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Debasmita Chatterjee

Zacks Initiates Coverage of Hour Loop With Neutral Recommendation

Discover why Zacks initiated coverage of HOUR with a "Neutral" rating, being the first on Wall Street to initiate coverage on the stock. See how tech-powered scalability and transaction growth are weighed against liquidity constraints and overreliance on a single platform.

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Chewy Q3 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates on Autoship-Led Momentum

CHWY posts strong Q3 results as Autoship sales power 8.3% net sales growth, lifting margins.

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Moumita C. Chattopadhyay

Realty Income vs. Digital Realty: Which REIT Has Better Upside Now?

DLR's AI-fueled demand, record bookings and global pipeline position the data-center REIT for stronger upside than its traditional net-lease peer O.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Can BROS' Breakfast Strategy Unlock the Next Phase of Revenue Growth?

Dutch Bros ramps up breakfast with a hot food rollout, aiming to boost morning relevance and drive long-term revenue growth.

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Zacks Equity Research

Company News for Dec 11, 2025

Companies in The News Are: PLAB, CASY, DAKT, GEV

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Sumit Singh

Is Now the Time to Buy Home Depot Stock at Its Current Price?

HD stock trades near 17% below its high, but soft demand, margin pressure and elevated valuation cloud the outlook.

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Vrishali Bagree

Walmart Stock Up 25% in 2025: What's the Smart Move for 2026?

WMT's 2025 rally, fueled by e-commerce strength and higher-margin growth, sets the stage for a balanced but watchful outlook heading into 2026.

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David Bartosiak

Bull of the Day: Victoria's Secret (VSCO)

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Zacks Equity Research

Designer Brands Stock Gains 49% After Posting Q3 Earnings Beat

The DBI stock rallies as Q3 earnings beat estimates despite softer sales, with stronger traffic and improved inventory discipline lifting the results.

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CASY Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Inside Sales Rise Y/Y, FY26 View Up

Casey's posts robust Q2 results, with rising inside sales and fuel margins, as momentum across key categories leads to a raised FY26 outlook.

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Can Burlington Stores' Expansion Pipeline Accelerate 2026 Growth?

BURL boosts its 2026 expansion plan with 110 net new stores, accelerating growth as strong new-store productivity fuels sales momentum.

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Is it Wise to Retain Macerich Stock in Your Portfolio Now?

MAC leans on premium malls, omnichannel model and capital recycling for growth despite e-commerce pressures and high debt.

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Dave & Buster's Q3 Earnings Beat, Revenues Miss Estimates

PLAY's Q3 earnings beat estimates driven by improving trends and early gains from key initiatives.

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Does MercadoLibre's Expanding Credit Book Signal Mounting Risk Ahead?

MELI's credit portfolio is surging, boosting engagement but heightening margin pressure as card-driven growth reshapes its lending mix.

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