4 Internet Delivery Services Stocks to Watch in a Flourishing Industry
Zacks highlights four internet‑delivery stocks—GoDaddy, Vipshop, QuinStreet and MakeMyTrip—as well‑positioned amid rising smartphone use and expanding middle‑class consumers in emerging markets. The sector benefits from deeper internet penetration but still faces macro headwinds, including inflation, high interest rates and tariff tensions that could strain profitability. Expansion beyond major metros requires costly logistics and marketing investments, pressuring margins. Despite underperforming the S&P 500, the industry trades at a low forward price‑to‑sales multiple and holds a strong Zacks Industry Rank, suggesting upside potential.
Best 2 Tech Stocks to Buy Now on the Dip for 90% Upside
Intuit and Salesforce plunged 35% and 27% at the start of 2026 as AI‑related fears rattled SaaS valuations, leaving both stocks about 45% below their all‑time highs. Despite the sell‑off, each company reports solid earnings growth and aggressive AI integration...
3 Nationwide Mutual Funds for a Stable Portfolio
Nationwide Group recommends three mutual funds—NWFAX, NWHFX, and NWHJX—as long‑term buys, each earning a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of #1. The funds deliver strong three‑ and five‑year annualized returns, ranging from 14.1% to 23.2%, while maintaining expense ratios below their...
3 Top-Ranked Municipal Bond Funds to Help Build Steady Income
Municipal bond mutual funds remain a top choice for risk‑averse investors seeking tax‑free income, trailing only government securities in safety. Zacks highlights three funds—Vanguard Intermediate‑Term Tax‑Exempt (VWITX), Eaton Vance Total Return Bond (EBABX), and American High‑Income Municipal Bond (AMHIX)—each holding...
What Happens at $200 a Barrel?
Economists warn that a sustained $200 per barrel WTI price would trigger a systemic shock to the U.S. economy. At that level, gasoline could top $7 per gallon, eroding over $400 billion in discretionary consumer spending and deepening energy poverty. The...
3 American Century Funds for Long-Term Growth
American Century Investments, founded in 1958, recommends three mutual funds—BIGRX, ASQIX and ARYVX—for long‑term investors. Each fund holds a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of #1, reflecting strong buy signals, and posts solid three‑ and five‑year annualized returns. Their expense ratios...
Bear of the Day: DraftKings (DKNG)
DraftKings (DKNG) has slumped more than 40% from its summer highs after a disappointing Q3 that missed both revenue and earnings expectations. The company reported $1.14 billion in revenue versus $1.21 billion forecast and an adjusted loss of $0.26 per share, prompting...
Bull of the Day: Micron (MU)
Micron Technology (MU) is leveraging the AI boom by selling out its high‑bandwidth memory (HBM) capacity through 2026, giving the company clear revenue visibility. The chipmaker has deepened long‑term supply agreements with hyperscalers and GPU leaders such as Nvidia, AMD...
5 No-Load Mutual Funds With Strong Returns to Watch for 2026
Zacks Investment Research highlights five no‑load mutual funds that combine strong three‑ and five‑year returns with low expense ratios, positioning them as attractive options amid heightened market volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns. The funds—spanning precious metals, semiconductors,...
3 Consumer Staples Mutual Funds Amid Inflation, Global Turmoil
The U.S. Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% in February, bringing the year‑over‑year CPI to 2.4% while core inflation held steady at 2.5%. Higher inflation typically pressures discretionary spending more than essential consumer staples, whose demand remains relatively inelastic. In this...
Looking for Small-Cap Exposure? 3 Top-Ranked Funds to Watch
Investors seeking high‑growth exposure are turning to small‑cap blend mutual funds, which target companies under $2 billion in market value. Zacks highlights three top‑ranked funds—Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity, Federated Hermes Mid‑Cap Small Cap Core, and Fidelity Small Cap Stock—each holding...
2 Homebuilders Navigating a Challenging Industry Backdrop
U.S. homebuilders face a tough 2026 backdrop marked by strained affordability, rising land and material costs, and cautious buyer sentiment despite underlying demand. Builders are leaning on mortgage buydown incentives and selective land acquisitions to sustain sales, while technology adoption...
3 Airline Stocks to Bet on Despite the Sharp Fuel Price Increase
U.S.‑Iran tensions have pushed oil prices into double‑digit gains, forcing airlines onto longer, fuel‑intensive routes and inflating operating costs. Despite the headwinds, analysts highlight Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Travel, and Copa Holdings as resilient picks due to cost‑control measures and strong...
Pre-Markets Down as Middle East Tensions Remain
Pre‑market trading is under pressure as the Iran conflict pushes WTI and Brent crude above $100 a barrel, lifting oil prices 78% year‑to‑date. Major indices are slipping, with the Dow down 1.16%, the S&P 500 off 1.05% and the Nasdaq losing...
2 Domestic Auto Stocks Worth Watching Despite Geopolitical Crisis
The Zacks Domestic Auto industry faces a soft near‑term outlook as vehicle sales lose momentum, high prices and economic uncertainty curb consumer spending. Geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran have lifted crude oil above $100 per barrel, adding...
Buy These 3 Top-Ranked Balanced Mutual Funds for Mitigating Risk
Balanced mutual funds combine equities and bonds to lower volatility while delivering higher returns than pure fixed‑income products. Zacks Investment Research has identified three top‑ranked funds—Davis Appreciation and Income Fund (RPFCX), Fidelity Balanced Fund (FBALX), and State Farm Balanced Fund...
3 BNY Mellon Mutual Funds to Consider for Your Portfolio
BNY Mellon’s mutual‑fund arm recommends three actively managed funds that have earned Zacks’ #1 (Strong Buy) or #2 (Buy) rankings. The Equity Income Fund posted a 20.5% three‑year return, the Developed Markets Real Estate Securities Fund returned 6.1% over the...
3 Large-Cap Value Funds to Protect Your Portfolio Amid High Inflation
Wholesale prices surged in January, with the producer price index rising 0.5% month‑over‑month and core PPI up 0.8%, keeping inflation well above the Federal Reserve’s 2% goal. The Fed left rates unchanged at 3.25%‑3.5%, but the data dampens expectations for...
3 Solar Stocks to Watch Amid Policy and Tariff Headwinds
U.S. solar demand stays robust as utilities, businesses and households adopt solar‑plus‑storage solutions, but the sector now faces near‑term policy and tariff headwinds. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act curtails Inflation Reduction Act tax credits and adds Foreign Entity of Concern rules, creating procurement...
Bear of the Day: Autohome (ATHM)
Autohome (ATHM) is confronting structural headwinds as its revenue has slipped roughly 30% from the 2020 peak and analyst earnings forecasts continue to be trimmed. The slowdown in China’s automotive market and heightened competition among online auto platforms have eroded...
Buy These 3 Top-Ranked Putnam Mutual Funds for Steady Gains
Putnam Investments, now owned by Franklin Resources after a 2024 acquisition, manages roughly $162.3 billion in assets. The firm’s three Zacks‑ranked mutual funds—Putnam U.S. Research (PLJMX), Strategic Intermediate Municipal Fund (PPNAX) and Core Bond Fund (PTREX)—have posted strong three‑year returns of...
2 Communication Stocks Likely to Gain From Strong Industry Prospects
The Zacks Communication‑Infrastructure outlook highlights a 60.2% one‑year price gain, driven by accelerating fiber densification and 5G rollouts. While high capex, raw‑material inflation and geopolitical tensions pose risks, the sector’s EV/EBITDA of 4.23× remains far below broader market multiples. IHS...
3 Oil & Gas Drilling Stocks Backed by Strong 2026 EPS Growth
Zacks’ latest industry overview highlights three oil‑and‑gas drilling companies—Noble Corporation, Nabors Industries and Transocean—with projected 2026 EPS growth ranging from 48.6% to 400%. Despite a bearish Zacks Industry Rank and a 74% drop in 2026 earnings estimates, the sector has...
Stocks in Turmoil, but Attractive Setups Emerge (META, GOOGL, AMZN)
Market volatility driven by Middle‑East tensions has pushed equities lower across regions, but the pullback has created attractive entry points for high‑quality mega‑cap tech. The author highlights Alphabet, Meta Platforms, and Amazon as the most compelling opportunities within the Magnificent...
Bull of the Day: IAMGOLD (IAG)
IAMGOLD (IAG) is positioned to benefit from soaring gold prices and a strengthening macro backdrop. The company operates mines in the Americas and West Africa and is advancing its flagship Côté Gold project in Ontario. Recent restructuring and asset divestitures...
Bear of the Day: OneSpaWorld (OSW)
OneSpaWorld (OSW), a Zacks Rank #5 Strong Sell, operates spa and wellness centers on cruise ships and destination resorts. Its revenue is tightly linked to passenger spend per sailing, making it highly discretionary. Recent analyst downgrades trimmed earnings estimates, though...
3 Diversified Bond Mutual Funds for Balanced Investing
Zacks Investment Research highlights three top‑ranked diversified bond mutual funds—DWS Short Duration, Goldman Sachs Dynamic Bond, and iShares U.S. Intermediate Credit Bond Index Fund—each holding a Zacks Rank #1 Strong Buy. These funds provide investors with broad sector exposure, high...
4 Stocks to Watch From the Prospering Insurance Brokerage Industry
The insurance brokerage sector is riding a wave of better pricing, disciplined underwriting and rising demand for a broader range of policies, pushing industry revenue higher. Digitalization and AI adoption are sharpening margins and enabling faster scale, while a wave...
4 Large-Cap Pharma Stocks to Watch as Industry Recovery Gains Steam
The large‑cap pharmaceutical sector is rebounding in 2026 after a muted 2025, buoyed by strong quarterly results, aggressive M&A, and robust pipeline activity. Zacks ranks the industry at #172, but it posted a 10.8% gain over the past year, outpacing...
3 Diversified Chemical Stocks to Watch Amid Demand Woes
The Zacks Chemicals Diversified industry is grappling with soft demand across consumer durables, construction, and electronics, leading to a 9.8% decline over the past year while the S&P 500 rose 20.5%. Inflation‑driven consumer caution in Europe and a sluggish Chinese recovery...
Grab These 3 High-Yield Bond Funds for Significant Returns
High‑yield bond funds are gaining traction as investors chase yield in a post‑pandemic recovery. Zacks Investment Research highlights three Zacks Rank #1 funds—Neuberger Berman Floating Rate Income, Buffalo High Yield, and Virtus Seix Floating Rate High Income—each delivering three‑year annualized...
This Small-Cap Options Trade Profits Regardless of Market Direction
The article promotes a weekly covered‑call (buy‑write) strategy on the leveraged small‑cap ETF TNA, where investors buy 100 shares and sell out‑of‑the‑money calls each week. The premium received cuts the stock’s cost basis and can generate roughly 4.6% return if...
5 Shoes & Retail Apparel Stocks Capitalizing on Premiumization Trends
The Shoes & Retail Apparel sector is riding a premiumization wave, with consumers favoring high‑quality, performance‑driven footwear and apparel that command higher price points. Digital acceleration and direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) strategies are boosting margins, inventory efficiency, and customer engagement across brands....
Buy 3 Large-Cap Growth Funds on Solid Rebound in Consumer Confidence
Consumer confidence rose 2.2 points to 91.2 in February, outpacing forecasts, while the unemployment rate slipped to 4.3% in January and inflation expectations fell to a 13‑month low of 3.5%. The rebound in sentiment and a modest jobs gain suggest...
3 Top-Ranked Nuveen Mutual Funds Worth Buying Now
Nuveen Investments, the world’s largest farmland asset manager with $1.3 trillion AUM as of March 2025, has three Zacks‑ranked mutual funds that analysts label Strong Buy. The Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund (TILWX) posted a 26% three‑year annualized return, heavily weighted toward...
2 Home Furnishing Stocks Set to Benefit Despite Industry Odds
The Zacks Retail‑Home Furnishings sector faces headwinds from high mortgage rates, weak housing turnover, and tariff pressures, resulting in a 7.3% underperformance versus the S&P 500’s 20.4% gain. Despite the bleak backdrop, digital tools such as augmented‑reality visualizers and AI‑driven personalization...
3 Top Technology Mutual Funds to Boost Long-Term Portfolio Growth
Technology mutual funds are delivering strong long‑term growth, with Zacks ranking three top performers. Fidelity Advisor Semiconductors Fund posted a 50.8% three‑year return and holds 24.8% of assets in NVIDIA. Columbia Seligman Technology & Information Fund returned 34.9% with a...
3 Hotel Stocks to Watch for Now as Industry Headwinds Persist
U.S. hotel and motel sector faces persistent cost and demand headwinds, squeezing margins as labor, utilities and maintenance expenses rise. Despite weak performance—industry rank #179 and under‑performance versus the S&P 500—analysts see modest recovery beginning in 2026 with RevPAR and ADR...
Bull of the Day: Fabrinet (FN)
Fabrinet reported record fourth‑quarter revenue of $753.3 million, a 15% year‑over‑year increase, and posted a new high EPS of $2.41. The board approved an additional $139.5 million share‑repurchase program, underscoring confidence in cash flow. Analysts upgraded the company to a Zacks Rank...
