GRC or TRMB: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now? — Positive

GRC  TRMB   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Investors interested in Manufacturing - General Industrial stocks are likely familiar with Gorman-Rupp (GRC) and Trimble Navigation (TRMB). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Legendary investor Warren Buffett has a history of beating the S&P 500, but his conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway Inc BRK BRK currently trails the stock market index. Here's a look at the current top holdings of Berkshire Hathaway and how they're performing year-to-date.

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Western Midstream: Where Else Can You Find This Distribution? — Positive

WES   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

Western Midstream offers a high single-digit dividend yield, supported by strong cash flow and disciplined leverage, making it an attractive income investment. The company posted robust quarterly growth, with record adjusted EBITDA and increased volumes across natural gas, NGL, and crude oil segments. Significant expansion projects, including the North Loving II and Pathfinder pipelines, position Western Midstream for future growth and enhanced processing capacity.

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S&P 500: Profit Margins Cannot Hold — Negative

IVV  SPLG  SPXL  SPY  SSO  UPRO  VOO   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

The major indexes continue to hit all-time highs despite tepid economic growth and equities trading at extreme levels based on many traditional valuation metrics. Investors seem content to ignore the impact new tariff policies will have on historically high profit margins and earnings growth.

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Great News for Nebius Stock Investors — Positive

NBIS   The Motley Fool — August 15, 2025

Nebius Group (NBIS 3.43%) is up 148% year to date and on track to 10x revenue in just 12 months. With $2.45 billion in cash, Nvidia's backing, and explosive artificial intelligence market growth, this overlooked stock could be on the verge of another big rally.

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Texas attorney general Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into several utility companies connected to the Smokehouse Creek and Windy Deuce Fires, his office said on Friday.

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Veralto Benefits From TraceGains Buyout Amid High Competition — Positive

VLTO   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

VLTO strengthens growth outlook with the TraceGains buyout and rising demand in U.S. water infrastructure projects.

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CAVA vs. Chipotle (CMG): What's the Better Buy? — Negative

CAVA  CMG   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

A notable restaurant duo, Chipotle Mexican Grill CMG and CAVA Group CAVA, both faced pressure following the release of their quarterly results, adding fuel to the already-poor share performance from each in 2025.

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Why Is Commerce (CBSH) Down 3.7% Since Last Earnings Report? — Negative

CBSH   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Commerce (CBSH) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is First Horizon (FHN) Up 0.3% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

FHN   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

First Horizon (FHN) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Bank of America (BAC) Up 1.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? — Positive

BAC   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Bank of America (BAC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Up 7.2% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

JNJ   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Up 5.4% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? — Positive

MS   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Morgan Stanley (MS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is Goldman (GS) Up 5.9% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

GS   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Goldman (GS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is Progressive (PGR) Up 1.5% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

PGR   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Progressive (PGR) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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United (UAL) Up 8.7% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? — Positive

UAL   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

United (UAL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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MGE Energy Increases Dividend for 50th Consecutive Year — Neutral

MGEE   Business Wire — August 15, 2025

MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MGE Energy Increases Dividend for 50th Consecutive Year.

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National Vision Holdings: Rating Upgrade As Turnaround Strategy Worked — Positive

EYE   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

National Vision Holdingss turnaround is delivering faster-than-expected results, with strong sales acceleration, margin expansion, and raised FY25 guidance signaling a clear inflection point. Managed care strategy is proving highly effective, driving higher-value, recurring customers and structurally improving both revenue quality and margins. Pricing and product assortment initiatives are resonating, with premium frame sales rising among both insured and cash-pay customers, supporting higher average ticket growth.

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The pricing of weight-loss drugs like Lilly's Zepbound and Novo's Wegovy is a pressure point for investors.

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Intellia Therapeutics: It May Be Time To Get Excited And Buy (Upgrade) — Positive

NTLA   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

Intellia Therapeutics, Inc.'s lead gene-editing therapies, Lonvo-z and Nex-z, show best-in-class potential with 'one and done' treatment and strong early efficacy and safety data. Recent safety concerns in ATTR-CM seemed to be resolved quickly, and robust patient demand in pivotal trials support confidence in upcoming Phase 3 data and commercial launches. Cash runway extends into late 2026, but pivotal 2025 catalysts and potential blockbuster approval in multi-billion dollar markets could drive significant upside.

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