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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, Amazon, MAGS, FNGS and TOPT

With Mag 7 earnings on deck, MSFT, META, AAPL, and AMZN headline a pivotal week for tech-heavy ETFs like MAGS, FNGS, and TOPT.

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Amazon and Goosehead Insurance have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

AMZN rallies on AI-powered Prime Week and rising EPS estimates, while GSHD stumbles on weak results and insolvency concerns.

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Here's What You Must Know Ahead of Builders FirstSource's Q2 Earnings

BLDR braces for Q2 earnings hit as housing softness and margin pressure weigh. Can innovation offset the slump?

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Sumit Singh

Sprouts Farmers vs. Costco: Which Retail Stock Holds More Promise Now?

SFM surges past COST YTD as disciplined growth, digital gains and fresh-food demand boost its near-term edge.

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Shake Shack to Post Q2 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?

SHAK's second-quarter results are likely to benefit from menu innovation and unit growth. Yet rising costs may weigh on margins.

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Implied Volatility Surging for Abercrombie Stock Options

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

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Vasundhara Sawalka

Should Investors Buy Amazon Stock Ahead of Q2 Earnings Release?

AMZN's AWS growth, AI innovations and e-commerce momentum position strong Q2 2025. Diversified revenue streams support buying ahead of earnings.

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Sumit Singh

Should You Buy or Hold Sprouts Farmers Stock Before Q2 Earnings?

SFM eyes a strong Q2, with 30.9% EPS growth expected, but its high valuation raises questions ahead of earnings.

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eBay Set to Report Q2 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?

EBAY's Q2 results are likely to reflect gains from luxury goods, AI tools and shipping, while tariffs and trade frictions may weigh.

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Sumit Singh

What Costco's Balance Sheet Says About Its Financial Strength

COST's fortress-like balance sheet, soaring cash reserves and modest debt highlight its financial edge in retail.

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Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in SharkNinja Stock?

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

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Will DECK's Soaring International Sales Redefine Its Growth Strategy?

Deckers' international sales jumped 49.7% y/y, with HOKA and UGG powering global growth across EMEA, APAC and China.

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Stock Market News for Jul 28, 2025

Wall Street closed higher on Friday, driven by manufacturing and discretionary stocks.

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Swagata Bhattacharya

Is Chewy's Multi-Segment Approach the Formula for Scalable Growth?

CHWY's first-quarter surge was powered by Autoship, Vet Care and Chewy+, with every segment contributing to broad-based growth.

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Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet and Nvidia are part of Zacks Earnings Preview

MSFT, META, AAPL, and AMZN earnings this week will test Mag 7's AI momentum and justify their market leadership.

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Urmimala Biswas

CVS or UnitedHealth: Which Stock Is a Better Buy Ahead of Q2 Earnings?

CVS shows resilience with stable insurance margins and capital discipline, while UNH faces cost headwinds and a sharp earnings cut.

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AMCON's Q3 Earnings Slump Y/Y Despite Modest Revenue Growth

DIT posts fiscal Q3 FY25 earnings of $2.13 per share, down YoY as margin pressures and higher SG&A expenses weighed on profits. Sales rose 3% to $739.6 million amid mixed segment results.

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Shrabana Mukherjee

RH Defies 50-Year Housing Slump: What's Driving Its Growth?

RH defies housing slump with 12% revenue growth, global expansion, and luxury strategy powering sharp earnings rebound.

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Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for July 25th

RVLV, PHAR and AMZN made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on July 25, 2025.

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Starbucks to Report Q3 Earnings: What Lies Ahead for the Stock?

SBUX's third-quarter fiscal 2025 top line is likely to have been benefited from net new stores and menu innovation. Dismal comps and rising costs are concerns.

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Rimmi Singhi

Carvana Pre-Q2 Earnings Analysis: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?

CVNA eyes a sequential increase in Q2 EBITDA amid strong retail sales rebound and cost cuts - but is it time to buy the stock at current levels?

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Sumit Singh

Costco vs. Target: Which Discount Retailer Is the Better Bet?

COST's resilient model and rising sales make it a steadier retail pick over TGT's cautious outlook and weaker demand.

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SAH Surpasses Q2 Earnings Estimates, Hikes Dividend by 9%

Sonic Automotive beats second-quarter earnings estimates with a 49% year-over-year jump and lifts its dividend amid broad-based revenue growth.

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New Strong Buy Stocks for July 25th

PHIN, MBWM, THC, RVLV and PHAR have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on July 25, 2025.

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Derek Lewis

Can Nike and Target Sustain Recent Momentum?

Both stocks have rebounded big over the past three months. But is it time to buy?

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