The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Applied Materials, Philip Morris, Valero Energy, Crimson Wine and Global Self Storage
Zacks equity research analysts featured five stocks in their daily blog on September 18, 2026. Applied Materials benefits from AI-driven semiconductor demand with an Outperform rating. Philip Morris shows strong pricing power and smoke-free product growth despite declining cigarette volumes. Valero Energy outperforms its industry with favorable refining dynamics. Crimson Wine faces headwinds from weak direct-to-consumer demand and distributor bankruptcy risks. Global Self Storage maintains focus on secondary markets but faces operating cost pressures.