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The Best Value Stocks to Buy Now and in December
ZACKS· 2025-11-18 23:20
Core Insights - The stock market experienced a sell-off at the beginning of the week, with Nvidia's earnings release anticipated on Wednesday. Despite this pullback, the Nasdaq has risen 45% since early April and 17% in 2025. Investors may consider taking profits even if Nvidia posts strong guidance, potentially shifting focus to value stocks instead [1]. Group 1: Value Stock Screening - The screening process aims to identify top value stocks using Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buys) or 2 (Buys) and focuses on stocks with price-to-earnings (P/E) and price-to-sales (P/S) ratios below the industry median [4][9]. - The screening also considers quarterly earnings rates above the industry median and utilizes a blend of upgrades and estimate revisions to select the best stocks [5]. Group 2: Aris Mining Corporation (ARMN) - Aris Mining Corporation (ARMN) has seen its stock price increase by 360% over the past two years, outperforming its sector's 14%, the S&P 500's 50%, and the gold mining industry's 166%. Despite this growth, it trades 44% below its average Zacks price target at under $12 per share [6][12]. - The company operates two underground mines in Colombia, producing 210,955 ounces of gold in 2024, with plans to expand production to over 500,000 ounces annually [10]. - Aris Mining's revenue is projected to grow by 73% in 2025, increasing from $511 million to $1.37 billion, while adjusted EPS is expected to rise by 262% in 2025 [11]. - The gold mining industry is currently benefiting from high demand, with Aris Mining trading at a 50% discount to its industry and a 30% discount to its own historical highs [12].