Top Stocks to Watch: Strong Value Picks for January 13th
Here are three stocks with strong buy rankings and attractive value characteristics for investors to consider today, January 13th:
1. The Greenbrier Companies (GBX)
The Greenbrier Companies is a key supplier of transportation equipment and services for the railroad sector. It currently holds a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and has seen its earnings estimate for the current year increase by 13.5% in the last 60 days.
Price and Earnings Analysis
The Greenbrier Companies has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 10.63, significantly lower than the industry average of 20.70. The company also boasts a Value Score of A.
P/E Ratio Performance
2. First Horizon (FHN)
First Horizon is a financial services provider involved in regional banking, mortgage lending, and various specialized financial services. The company maintains a Zacks Rank #1 and has seen its earnings estimate for this year increase by 0.7% over the last two months.
Price and Earnings Outlook
First Horizon’s P/E ratio is 12.68, lower than the industry standard of 16.50. The company has a Value Score of B.
P/E Ratio Overview
3. Maximus (MMS)
Maximus operates worldwide in government health and human services. The company also carries a Zacks Rank #1 and has witnessed its earnings estimate for next year rise by 2.1% in the past 60 days.
Price and Earnings Summary
Maximus’s P/E ratio stands at 12.92, below the industry average of 14.50, and it enjoys a Value Score of A.
P/E Ratio Analysis
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First Horizon Corporation (FHN): Free Stock Analysis Report
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