Protests in Iran provide additional support to oil markets.

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How Oceaneering Is Building a Scalable Robotics Platform — Neutral

OII   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

OII's subsea robotics segment delivers 99% uptime and global scale, anchoring a platform built for remote, data-driven growth.

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Air Lease Reports Active Fleet and Sales Strategy in Q4 2025 — Positive

AL   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

AL advances its fleet strategy in Q4 2025, buying 10 new jets and selling 23 aircraft, boosting flexibility while investing $920M in modern planes.

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Merck in Talks to Buy Revolution Medicines Per Financial Times Report — Positive

MRK  RVMD   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Merck is in talks to acquire RVMD, which could bolster its oncology pipeline, according to a Financial Times report.

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Solidifying Boyd's Position as a Leading Player in the North American Collision Industry WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Boyd Group Services Inc. (TSX: BYD) (NYSE: BGSI) ("BGSI", "the Boyd Group", "Boyd" or "the Company") today announced the closing of the acquisition of Joe Hudson's Collision Center ("Joe Hudson's"), the definitive agreement to acquire Joe Hudson's having been previously announced on October 29, 2025. The acquisition adds 258 locations across the US Southeast region, increasing Boyd's North American location footprint by 25% to 1,301.

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BRISBANE, Calif., Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VERA) today announced that, on January 5, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Vera Therapeutics granted inducement awards consisting of non-qualified stock options to purchase 228,750 shares of Class A common stock and restricted stock units (RSUs) underlying 116,000 shares of Class A common stock to eighteen (18) new employees under the Vera Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Inducement Plan (Inducement Plan).

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Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. (PPSI) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy? — Positive

PPSI   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Does Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. (PPSI) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Aptiv PLC (APTV) Is Up 1.99% in One Week: What You Should Know — Positive

APTV   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Does Aptiv PLC (APTV) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Regeneron (REGN) Upgraded to Strong Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock? — Positive

REGN   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Regeneron (REGN) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Banco Santander (SAN) is a Great Choice — Positive

SAN   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Does Banco Santander (SAN) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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AN2 Therapeutics (ANTX) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock? — Positive

ANTX   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

AN2 Therapeutics (ANTX) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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What Makes Black Diamond (BDTX) a New Strong Buy Stock — Positive

BDTX   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Black Diamond (BDTX) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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Apple shares extended a rare period of weakness this week, slipping 0.5% to $259.04 on Thursday and marking the stock's seventh consecutive session of declines dating back to Dec. 30. While the pullback has been relatively modest — Apple shares are down about 5.

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Revolve Group (RVLV) Upgraded to Strong Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock? — Positive

RVLV   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Revolve Group (RVLV) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

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Carvana (CVNA) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why — Positive

CVNA   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Carvana (CVNA) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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All You Need to Know About Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) Rating Upgrade to Buy — Positive

CTVA   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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All You Need to Know About Rimini Street (RMNI) Rating Upgrade to Buy — Positive

RMNI   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Rimini Street (RMNI) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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All You Need to Know About Ares Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) Rating Upgrade to Strong Buy — Positive

ACRE   Zacks Investment Research — January 09, 2026

Ares Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

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The Big 3: OKLO, CCJ, FLYX — Positive

OKLO   Schwab Network — January 09, 2026

Nuclear power and private jets take @Stockstotrade's Tim Bohen's attention on today's Big 3. Tim points to Oklo Inc.'s (OKLO) cooldown as a new base for shares, Cameco's (CCJ) "safer" exposure to the nuclear sector, and Flyexecutive's (FLYX) SpaceX tie as reasons to watch his stock picks.

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Meritage Homes: Attractive Valuation As Green Shoots Begin To Emerge — Positive

MTH   Seeking Alpha — January 09, 2026

Meritage Homes faces near-term headwinds from high mortgage rates and incentives but trades at a significant discount to tangible book value. MTH is expanding its community count, positioning for strong growth as rates fall and affordability improves. Management is leveraging faster build times, realtor incentives, and rebidding land development to mitigate margin pressures and prepare for a housing recovery.

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