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Zacks Equity Research

Restructuring & Cost Optimization Boost UAA's Margins & Efficiency

Under Armour's restructuring and cost cuts are driving margin gains, leaner operations and stronger profitability momentum.

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Vaishali Doshi

3 Audio Video Stocks to Focus on From a Flourishing Industry

Investments in cutting-edge and innovative solutions are likely to aid Zacks Audio Video Production industry participants like DLB, SONO and GPRO amid cautious discretionary spending

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Can RBLX's Discovery Engine Power the Next Engagement Wave?

Roblox touts its discovery engine as the force behind surging user growth, deeper engagement and new monetization opportunities.

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Rajani Lohia

lululemon Q2 Metrics: Margin Squeezes as Tariffs & Markdowns Bite

LULU trims its fiscal 2025 outlook as tariffs, markdowns and weak U.S. demand weigh on margins and earnings momentum.

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Rajani Lohia

lululemon Trades Near 52-Week Low: Buy Opportunity or Time to Sell?

LULU shares hover near a 52-week low as weak U.S. trends, tariff pressures and slashed guidance weigh on investor sentiment.

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Vasundhara Sawalka

Disney vs. Netflix: Which Streaming Giant Has an Edge Right Now?

DIS' discounted valuation and diverse revenue streams offer superior value vs NFLX's premium price amid streaming wars. DIS shows stronger upside potential.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Perdoceo Education Stock?

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

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Zacks Equity Research

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

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

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks.com featured highlights include Scorpio Tankers, Kanzhun and Tencent Music Entertainment

Scorpio Tankers, Kanzhun and Tencent Music stand out as low-beta picks to navigate market volatility and tariff uncertainty.

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Zacks Equity Research

SHOO's Margins Are Under Pressure Amid Tariffs & Supply-Chain Strains

Steven Madden's fiscal second-quarter earnings have dropped nearly 65% as tariffs, order delays and supply-chain strains pressured margins.

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Zacks Equity Research

Ralph Lauren and GIII Apparel have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Ralph Lauren shines with record growth and digital expansion while GIII Apparel struggles with weak demand and costly transitions.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Growth Stocks to Buy for September 22nd

PHIN, HAS and PRIM made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 22, 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is Ralph Lauren Stock Still a Buy After Surging 69% in the Past Year?

Brand elevation, digital innovation and global momentum position RL for continued success in fiscal 2026.

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Zacks Equity Research

Price Hikes Lift Netflix in UCAN: Growth Opportunity or Pitfall?

NFLX's UCAN price hikes fuel double-digit revenue growth and higher margins, but churn risks and rival pressure loom.

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Zacks Equity Research

NIKE Stock Rebounds From Slump: What Drives the 20% Rally in 3 Months?

NKE is regaining momentum as its "Win Now" strategy delivers fresher assortments, wholesale revival and regional growth, fueling optimism for fiscal 2026.

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Shrabana Mukherjee

Stride Bets on Tutoring and AI: Will New Investments Pay Off?

Can LRN's record year and bold bets on tutoring and AI turn its digital education momentum into lasting growth?

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Zacks Equity Research

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Netflix, Amazon, Disney and Apple

Netflix shares surged 28% in 6 months, but rising costs, tougher competition from Amazon, Disney and Apple, and valuation risks cloud the outlook.

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Zacks Equity Research

Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Ralph Lauren, PVH, Hanesbrands and Guess?

Ralph Lauren, PVH, Hanesbrands, and Guess? shine as key apparel picks, leveraging brand strength and digital transformation amid industry cost and demand challenges.

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Sumit Singh

4 High-Interest Coverage Stocks Set to Shine After Fed's Rate Cut

Stride, Ralph Lauren, Encompass Health and Progressive stand out with strong interest coverage ratios as the Fed shifts to rate cuts.

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Benjamin Rains

Buy this S&P 500 Stock On the Dip for 100% Upside

Deckers Brands stock has fallen 50% from its highs. It found support at its long-term 200-week moving average. On top of that, the footwear company's growth outlook remains solid, and it has a stellar balance sheet.

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Ritujay Ghosh

5 Discretionary Stocks to Grab as Fed Signals More Interest Rate Cuts

Fed rate cuts spark optimism, with BYD, NCLH, RL, HAS and LOPE emerging as the top discretionary stock picks.

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Zacks Equity Research

Best Growth Stocks to Buy for September 19th

MEG, HAS and PHIN made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 19, 2025

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Anindya Barman

Top Wide-Moat Stocks Worth a Look for Sustainable Growth

MSFT, JNJ, NKE and SPGI use strong moats to fend off rivals and deliver consistent returns amid market shifts.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for September 19th

LRN, RL, GFI, CFBK and M have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on September 19, 2025.

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Mrithunjoy Kaushik

Carnival's Deposits Hit Records: Can Booking Momentum Continue?

CCL's record Q2 deposits, up $250M year over year, showcase strong booking demand, yield gains and balance sheet progress.

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