Core Insights - The article discusses four stocks that exemplify the GARP (Growth at a Reasonable Price) investment strategy, highlighting their attractive PEG ratios and strong growth outlooks. Group 1: GARP Investment Strategy - GARP investing combines growth and value investing principles, aiming for stocks that are undervalued yet have solid growth potential [4][6]. - The PEG ratio, which is the price-to-earnings ratio divided by the earnings growth rate, is a key metric for GARP investors, with a lower PEG ratio (preferably less than 1) indicating better investment potential [6][7]. Group 2: Stock Analysis - **Nexa Resources**: A global zinc miner with a Zacks Rank of 2 and a Value Score of A, it has a long-term expected growth rate of 35.6% and a discounted PEG and P/E ratio [11]. - **Harmony Biosciences**: A U.S.-based pharmaceutical company with a Zacks Rank of 1 and a Value Score of A, it has a five-year expected growth rate of 27.1% [12]. - **Commercial Metals**: This company, which manufactures and recycles steel and metal products, has a Zacks Rank of 2 and a Value Score of A, with a long-term expected growth rate of 25.5% [14]. - **Suzano**: A manufacturer of pulp and paper products with a Zacks Rank of 1 and a Value Score of A, it boasts a solid long-term expected growth rate of 44.1% [16].

Company Performance - NXP Semiconductors (NXPI) closed at $233.50, reflecting a -2.72% change from the previous day's closing price, underperforming the S&P 500 which had a daily loss of 0.13% [1] - Over the past month, shares of NXP Semiconductors have increased by 10.58%, significantly outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.88% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.78% [1] Upcoming Earnings - NXP Semiconductors is set to release its earnings report on February 2, 2026, with analysts expecting earnings of $3.3 per share, indicating a year-over-year growth of 3.77% [2] - The consensus estimate for revenue is projected at $3.3 billion, which represents a 6.18% increase from the same quarter last year [2] Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $11.77 per share and revenue of $12.23 billion, reflecting changes of -10.08% and 0% respectively from the prior year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent modifications to analyst estimates for NXP Semiconductors indicate changing near-term business trends, with positive revisions suggesting analyst optimism regarding the company's profitability [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - NXP Semiconductors currently holds a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), with a Forward P/E ratio of 17.48, which is a discount compared to its industry's Forward P/E of 48.1 [6] - The consensus EPS projection has increased by 0.46% in the past 30 days, indicating positive sentiment among analysts [6] Industry Metrics - NXP Semiconductors has a PEG ratio of 2.65, compared to the average PEG ratio of 2.58 in the Semiconductor - Analog and Mixed industry [7] - The Semiconductor - Analog and Mixed industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector, which has a Zacks Industry Rank of 24, placing it in the top 10% of over 250 industries [7][8]

Company Performance - PPL closed at $36.31, reflecting a -1.06% change from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500 which lost 0.13% [1] - Over the past month, PPL shares have increased by 4.8%, while the Utilities sector and S&P 500 gained 1.04% and 0.78% respectively [1] Earnings Expectations - Analysts anticipate PPL to report earnings of $0.41 per share, indicating a year-over-year growth of 20.59% [2] - Revenue is expected to reach $2.35 billion, representing a 6.33% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $1.82 per share, reflecting a +7.69% change from the prior year, while revenue is estimated at $9.06 billion, showing no change [3] - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for PPL are important as they indicate the evolving business trends [3] Valuation Metrics - PPL has a Forward P/E ratio of 18.77, which is higher than the industry average of 17.9 [5] - The company has a PEG ratio of 2.56, compared to the Utility - Electric Power industry average PEG ratio of 2.59 [6] Industry Ranking - The Utility - Electric Power industry ranks 83 in the Zacks Industry Rank, placing it in the top 34% of over 250 industries [7] - Strong industry rankings correlate with better stock performance, with top-rated industries outperforming lower-rated ones by a factor of 2 to 1 [7]

Company Performance - American Tower (AMT) stock decreased by 1.42% to $177.51, which is a smaller decline compared to the S&P 500's loss of 0.01% [1] - Over the past month, AMT shares have increased by 1.9%, while the Finance sector has decreased by 0.23% and the S&P 500 has gained 0.78% [1] Upcoming Financial Results - American Tower is set to announce its earnings on February 24, 2026, with analysts expecting earnings of $2.54 per share, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 9.48% [2] - The revenue forecast for the upcoming quarter is $2.68 billion, indicating a growth of 5.05% compared to the same quarter last year [2] Full Year Estimates - For the full year, earnings are projected at $10.67 per share, showing a growth of 1.23%, while revenue is expected to remain flat at $10.57 billion [3] - Changes in analyst estimates are crucial as they often indicate shifts in short-term business dynamics, with positive revisions suggesting analyst optimism [3] Valuation Metrics - American Tower has a Forward P/E ratio of 16.27, which is higher than the industry average Forward P/E of 11.28 [6] - The company has a PEG ratio of 0.72, significantly lower than the average PEG ratio of 2.58 for the REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry [7] Industry Context - The REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry, part of the Finance sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 161, placing it in the bottom 35% of over 250 industries [8] - Historically, industries in the top 50% of the Zacks Rank outperform those in the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [8]

Cloudflare (NET) closed at $184.79 in the latest trading session, marking a -10.27% move from the prior day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a loss of 0.01% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.03%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.17%. Heading into today, shares of the web security and content delivery company had gained 3.17% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 1.46% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.78%.Inv ...

Company Performance - Williams-Sonoma's stock closed at $205.72, down 1.21%, which is less than the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.01% [1] - Over the past month, shares have appreciated by 14.8%, outperforming the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 4.91% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.78% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming earnings release is projected to report earnings of $2.88 per share, representing a year-over-year decline of 12.2% [2] - Revenue is estimated to be $2.42 billion, indicating a 1.67% decrease compared to the same quarter of the previous year [2] Annual Estimates - For the annual period, earnings are anticipated to be $8.69 per share, with a revenue of $7.87 billion, reflecting shifts of -1.14% and +2.06% respectively from the last year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent modifications to analyst estimates are important as they indicate changing business trends, with positive revisions suggesting confidence in performance and profit potential [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which evaluates these estimate changes, currently ranks Williams-Sonoma at 2 (Buy) [6] Valuation Metrics - Williams-Sonoma has a Forward P/E ratio of 23.96, which aligns with the industry average [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 3.26, compared to the Retail - Home Furnishings industry's average PEG ratio of 2.12 [7] Industry Context - The Retail - Home Furnishings industry is part of the Retail-Wholesale sector and holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 182, placing it in the bottom 26% of over 250 industries [8]

Company Performance - Pinterest (PINS) closed at $22.54, reflecting a -3.74% change from the previous day's closing price, underperforming the S&P 500 which had a daily loss of 0.01% [1] - Over the past month, Pinterest shares have decreased by 10.07%, while the Computer and Technology sector gained 1.46% and the S&P 500 increased by 0.78% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The upcoming earnings report for Pinterest is scheduled for February 12, 2026, with an expected EPS of $0.67, representing a 19.64% increase compared to the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is anticipated to be $1.33 billion, indicating a 15.16% growth year-over-year [2] Fiscal Year Estimates - For the entire fiscal year, Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $1.62 per share and revenue of $4.23 billion, reflecting changes of +25.58% in earnings and 0% in revenue from the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes in analyst estimates for Pinterest are crucial as they reflect the evolving short-term business dynamics, with positive revisions indicating analysts' confidence in the company's performance [4] - Adjustments in estimates are linked to stock price performance, and investors can leverage the Zacks Rank for actionable insights [5] Zacks Rank and Valuation - Pinterest currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate having decreased by 3.65% in the past month [6] - The company is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 12.6, which is below the industry average Forward P/E of 23.28, and has a PEG ratio of 0.46 compared to the industry average of 1.37 [7] Industry Overview - The Internet - Software industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, has a Zacks Industry Rank of 77, placing it in the top 32% of over 250 industries [8] - Industries in the top 50% of the Zacks Rank tend to outperform those in the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [8]

Core Insights - Dynatrace (DT) shares have decreased by 6.87% over the past month, underperforming both the Computer and Technology sector and the S&P 500 [1] - The upcoming earnings report on February 9, 2026, is expected to show an EPS of $0.41, a 10.81% increase year-over-year, with revenue anticipated at $505.93 million, reflecting a 15.99% rise [2] - For the full year, analysts project earnings of $1.63 per share and revenue of $1.99 billion, indicating increases of 17.27% and 17.23% respectively compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Revisions and Estimates - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Dynatrace are crucial as they reflect current business trends, with upward revisions indicating positive sentiment towards the company's operations [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which assesses estimate changes, currently ranks Dynatrace at 3 (Hold), with a recent 0.78% increase in the consensus EPS estimate [6] Valuation Metrics - Dynatrace is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 25.2, which is higher than the industry average of 17.03, suggesting a premium valuation [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.78, compared to the industry average of 1.42, indicating a higher expected earnings growth trajectory relative to its peers [7] Industry Context - The Computers - IT Services industry, part of the Computer and Technology sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 95, placing it in the top 39% of over 250 industries [8]

Company Performance - Doximity (DOCS) closed at $38.96, down 3.56% from the previous trading session, underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.41% [1] - The company's shares have decreased by 8.66% over the past month, while the Medical sector lost 0.74% and the S&P 500 gained 0.38% during the same period [1] Upcoming Earnings - Doximity is set to release its earnings report on February 5, 2026, with an expected EPS of $0.44, reflecting a 2.22% decline compared to the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is anticipated to be $181.03 million, which is a 7.37% increase from the prior-year quarter [2] Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $1.56 per share, with revenue expected to reach $645.29 million, indicating increases of 9.86% and 13.13% respectively from the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Doximity are crucial as they indicate shifts in near-term business trends, with positive revisions suggesting confidence in the company's performance [4] - The Zacks Rank system, which incorporates these estimate changes, currently ranks Doximity as 1 (Strong Buy), reflecting strong potential for outperformance [6] Valuation Metrics - Doximity has a Forward P/E ratio of 25.82, which is lower than the industry average of 27.99, indicating a valuation discount [7] - The company also has a PEG ratio of 1.36, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 2.33, suggesting favorable growth prospects relative to its valuation [7] Industry Context - The Medical Info Systems industry, which includes Doximity, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 82, placing it in the top 34% of over 250 industries [8] - Research indicates that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1, highlighting the strength of the Medical Info Systems sector [8]

Company Performance - MPLX LP closed at $55.73, with a daily increase of +1.75%, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.41% [1] - Over the past month, MPLX shares gained 1.41%, lagging behind the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 7.63% but outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.38% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The earnings report for MPLX LP is expected on February 3, 2026, with an anticipated EPS of $1.08, reflecting a 0.93% increase year-over-year [2] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate projects net sales of $3.34 billion, an increase of 8.88% from the previous year [2] Fiscal Year Estimates - For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $4.73 per share and revenue of $13.08 billion, indicating a 12.35% increase in earnings and no change in revenue compared to the previous year [3] Analyst Estimates - Recent adjustments to analyst estimates for MPLX LP reflect short-term business trends, with upward revisions indicating analysts' positive outlook on the company's profitability [4] Zacks Rank and Performance - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), currently ranks MPLX LP at 3 (Hold), with a 1.68% rise in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate over the past month [6] Valuation Metrics - MPLX LP has a Forward P/E ratio of 12.24, which is lower than the industry average of 17.1 [7] - The company has a PEG ratio of 4.95, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 1.81 [7] Industry Overview - The Oil and Gas - Production and Pipelines industry, part of the Oils-Energy sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 99, placing it in the top 41% of over 250 industries [8]