Zacks Investment Research·2025-12-10 20:30Stock Picks Overview - Zacks' top stock picks are strong buys with a one to three-month recommendation based on analyst earnings estimates [1][2] - The segment features two companies: a silver miner and a travel company [2] Buenaventura Mining (BVN) Analysis - Buenaventura Mining, a silver miner based in Peru, also mines gold and copper [3][4] - The company is investing in a new mine, increasing capital expenditure [3] - Earnings are expected to increase by 195% this year and 337% next year [6] - The company pays a dividend of 17% [8] - The company's cash position was 4857 million at the end of the third quarter, with net debt at 2249 million [9] - The stock is trading at 13 times earnings [10] Expedia Group (EXPE) Analysis - Expedia Group has a forward P/E of 17 times and a PEG ratio under one, indicating both value and growth [11][12] - 2025 earnings are expected to grow by 24%, with another 20% growth in 2026 [12] - Analyst estimates have been revised upwards, with five up in the last 60 days for this year and seven up for next year [13] - The consensus estimate for this year is 1509, up from 1413, and for next year is 1823, up from 1669 [14] - Concerns exist about consumer spending on travel if a recession occurs, but current bookings and revenue are strong [15] - Shares are up over 40% year-to-date [17]