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Top stock-picking secrets and strategies to help beat the market.
Top stock-picking secrets and strategies to help beat the market.

Why look at "hidden" companies that are cashing in on AI? They tend to be cheaper, on a valuation basis. The investing crowds haven't swarmed these companies yet.
Why look at "hidden" companies that are cashing in on AI? They tend to be cheaper, on a valuation basis. The investing crowds haven't swarmed these companies yet.

Humanoid robots could grow into a $200B market by 2035. These ETFs offer diversified exposure to companies driving AI-powered automation.
Humanoid robots could grow into a $200B market by 2035. These ETFs offer diversified exposure to companies driving AI-powered automation.

Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL), Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), as well as two micro-cap stocks, Franklin Wireless Corp. (FKWL) and Park Aerospace Corp. (PKE).
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL), Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), as well as two micro-cap stocks, Franklin Wireless Corp. (FKWL) and Park Aerospace Corp. (PKE).

SpaceX stock rallied then pulled back and new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh introduced some significant new developments at the central bank. What is next for the market?
SpaceX stock rallied then pulled back and new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh introduced some significant new developments at the central bank. What is next for the market?

Investors seeking both growth and income often turn to dividend stocks. Here are some strong choices to build wealth.
Investors seeking both growth and income often turn to dividend stocks. Here are some strong choices to build wealth.

Biotech stocks are one of the most dynamic sectors in the market, combining scientific innovation with substantial financial opportunity. Here are some top current buys.
Biotech stocks are one of the most dynamic sectors in the market, combining scientific innovation with substantial financial opportunity. Here are some top current buys.

Gold stocks, or shares of companies involved in mining or streaming the precious metal, offer investors a way to participate indirectly in gold price booms.
Gold stocks, or shares of companies involved in mining or streaming the precious metal, offer investors a way to participate indirectly in gold price booms.

Talk by the FOMC of a possible rate increase (one 25 basis point hike) in 2026 dragged stocks lower.
Talk by the FOMC of a possible rate increase (one 25 basis point hike) in 2026 dragged stocks lower.

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39.07
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EC Quick QuoteEC
16.58
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13.14
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163.28
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314.44
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271.83
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66.56
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18.32
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139.01
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100.12
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90.75
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CAL Quick QuoteCAL
13.14
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06:10
0.01
0.00
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KR Quick QuoteKR
06:46
1.59
1.58
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4.17%
20.67
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3.76%
6.13
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0.48%
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0.28%
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[H1] 3 Hidden AI Revolution Stocks to Buy Now

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Look beyond the obvious AI stocks like NVIDIA for the hidden gems.BorgWarner shares are near their highs but are trading with a P/E of 14.Caterpillar is a Zacks Strong Buy stock trading at new all-time highs.
(0:40) - How To Find Ai Stocks That Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now(4:00) - Tracey's Top Picks For Your Watchlist(24:45) - Episode Roundup: BWA, CAT, URI, HPEPodcast@Zacks.com Welcome to Episode #489 of the Zacks Market Edge Podcast.Every week, host and Zacks stock strategist, Tracey Ryniec, is joined by guests to discuss the hottest investing topics in stocks, bonds, and ETFs and how it impacts your life.This week, Tracey went solo to look at hidden AI Revolution stocks you should have on your short list.Why look at “hidden” companies that are cashing in on AI?They tend to be cheaper, on a valuation basis. The investing crowds haven’t swarmed these companies yet, but they have solid earnings growth and are seeing an uptick from AI.Many of the “hidden” companies are old economy companies. They aren’t technology companies, per say. But they have products that are in demand for the AI infrastructure build out, especially in building the data centers.
[H2] Can You Screen for Hidden AI Stocks?
As on prior podcasts covering the “hidden” AI Revolution stocks, there’s no screen you can run to uncover these companies. I wish there was. Alas, you must do the work to look through the companies that have good earnings growth.Tracey also looks at the chart as red-hot charts usually indicate there’s something going on that is AI driven.$700 billion is expected to be spent on AI this year. This has created opportunities.Buy the companies getting a piece of that pie.
[H2] 3 Hidden AI Revolution Stocks to Buy Now
1. BorgWarner, Inc. (BWA Quick QuoteBWA - Free Report) BorgWarner designs and manufactures the systems that define the way the world moves forward, including propulsion solutions. Founded in 1928, it has a market cap of $14.9 billion.Mostly associated with the auto industry, BorgWarner is now also building turbines that can power data centers.Shares of BorgWarner are up 56% year-to-date to new all-time highs. But it’s still attractively priced with a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 14. Earnings are expected to grow 5.5% in 2026 but 11.2% in 2027.BorgWarner pays a dividend, currently yielding 0.9%.Should a propulsion company like BorgWarner be on your AI stock short list?2. Caterpillar Inc. (CAT Quick QuoteCAT - Free Report) Caterpillar manufactures construction and mining equipment, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. It’s been in business for more than a hundred years.Shares of Caterpillar are up 66.9% year-to-date to new all-time highs. Earnings are expected to be up 29.2% in 2026 and 24.3% in 2027 as the company is getting more business due to the data center buildout.Caterpillar isn’t cheap on a P/E basis. It trades at 38.4x. But Caterpillar is also a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stock. That is Zacks top recommendation.Should red-hot Caterpillar be on your AI stock short list?3. United Rentals, Inc. (URI Quick QuoteURI - Free Report) United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world. Shares are up 29.6% year-to-date and are trading near their all-time highs.United Rentals reported record first quarter 2026 earnings and saw growth in large projects. Earnings are expected to rise 12.4% in 2026 and 12.2% in 2027.United Rentals trades with a forward P/E of 22.6. This isn’t cheap, but it’s not over-extended either. United Rentals also pays a dividend currently yielding 0.7%.Should United Rentals be on your AI stocks short list?
[H2] What Else Should You Know About Hidden AI Stocks in 2026?
Tune into this week’s podcast to find out.[In full disclosure, Tracey owns shares of BWA in the Zacks Value Investor portfolio and CAT in Zacks Insider Trader.]

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[H1] Here's How to Invest in the $200 Billion Humanoid Robot Future With ETFs

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Humanoid robots are projected to grow from a $2-$3B market today to $200B by 2035. ETFs like BOTZ provide diversified exposure across the humanoid robotics value chain.Major holdings of these ETFs include ABB, Tesla, NVIDIA, Alphabet, and other robotics firms.
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered automation is accelerating the integration of humanoid robots across a multitude of industries, fundamentally reshaping the future of work. From logistics and manufacturing to healthcare and hospitality, these versatile machines are being deployed to fill critical labor gaps and perform tasks that need a human touch. This paradigm shift is putting a spotlight on the companies at the forefront of manufacturing these physical AI units, as well as the specialized firms supplying critical supportive hardware components like actuators, sensors and semiconductors. By extension, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) holding these diverse baskets of stocks are emerging as prime vehicles for long-term growth. Investing early in this technological shift is critical, as 3 billion humanoid robots are expected to be in service by 2060, working across factories, airports, shops, hospitals, construction sites and homes (as per a study result cited in Forbes).Therefore, identifying the pioneering companies in this space and the ETFs holding them right now, as we have done below, provides forward-thinking investors with a highly profitable opportunity to ride the wave of this industrial revolution.
[H2] Global Acceleration of Humanoid Robot Manufacturing
Over the past year, the race to commercialize humanoid robots has intensified dramatically. What was once confined to research labs is now rapidly entering the real world. Leading automotive manufacturers are at the forefront of this adoption, with companies like Hyundai Motor planning to deploy Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robots in its plants, while BMW is in the early stages of using humanoid robots for car manufacturing in Europe. Tesla (TSLA Quick QuoteTSLA - Free Report) continues to push forward with its Optimus project, training the robots for simple tasks within its own Gigafactories, with ambitions for broader deployment. The company plans to begin commercial sales of this humanoid robot to the public by the end of 2027.Beyond automakers, specialized companies are also expanding their footprint in the humanoid robot industry. For example, ABB Ltd (ABBNY Quick QuoteABBNY - Free Report) , a global technology leader in electrification and automation, focuses on advancing Physical AI and dexterous manipulation, bringing the sensing and grasping capabilities of humanoids to traditional industrial robotics and collaborative robots through its ABB Robotics division. Earlier this week, ABB Robotics joined forces with PSYONIC, a bionic company, to improve robotic gripping and dexterity using a new approach that utilizes real-world manipulation data from human prosthetic use.On the other hand, core AI accelerators are focusing on software and AI integrated in humanoid robots. For instance, NVIDIA’s (NVDA Quick QuoteNVDA - Free Report) Isaac GR00T is an open reference platform for general-purpose humanoid robots that enables developers to build, train, test and deploy AI-powered robots. Alphabet (GOOGL Quick QuoteGOOGL - Free Report) , through its Google DeepMind, is developing advanced vision-language-action AI models that allow existing robots to perceive, reason, and complete complex, multi-step tasks using natural language commands.
[H2] Looking Ahead: A $200B Market Opportunity
The long-term outlook for the humanoid robotics industry is staggering. According to a comprehensive research report by Barclays, the global humanoid market, valued at just $2 billion to $3 billion today, is projected to reach a massive $200 billion by 2035 under an optimistic adoption curve. This exponential growth trajectory offers a clear signal for futuristic investors to add one or all of the aforementioned stocks to their portfolios.However, picking an individual winner in this nascent stage of the industry poses immense risks. Consider Tesla as a prime example. Despite its immense promise, the company faces significant headwinds, including production timeline delays, regulatory hurdles, intense valuation scrutiny, and Wall Street analysts’ doubts about its core EV margins. A sudden setback in Tesla's automation timeline could disproportionately crush its stock price. Against this backdrop, a more prudent and diversified approach for an investor is to invest in ETFs that offer a curated basket of stocks across the humanoid robotics value chain.
[H2] ETFs to Bet On
To safely capture the massive upside of the $200 billion opportunity offered by the humanoid robotic evolution, investors may target the following prominent robotics ETFs:Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF (BOTZ Quick QuoteBOTZ - Free Report) This fund, with net assets worth $3.51 billion, offers exposure to 62 companies that potentially stand to benefit from increased adoption and utilization of robotics and AI, including those involved with industrial robotics and automation, non-industrial robots, and autonomous vehicles. ABBNY holds the first spot in this fund, with 9.58% weightage, while NVDA holds the fourth position with 8.46% weightage. BOTZ has rallied 21.1% over the past year. The fund charges 68 basis points (bps) as fees and traded at a good volume of 1.03 million shares in the last trading session. ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ Quick QuoteARKQ - Free Report) This fund, with net assets worth $2.41 billion, offers exposure to 30-50 autonomous technology and robotics companies. TSLA holds the first spot in this fund, with 10.17% weightage, while GOOGL holds the sixth spot with 4.66% weightage. ARKQ has surged 57.6% over the past year. The fund charges 75 bps as fees and traded at a volume of 0.21 million shares in the last trading session. Roundhill Humanoid Robotics ETF (HUMN Quick QuoteHUMN - Free Report) This fund, with net assets worth $85.4 million, offers exposure to 49 companies developing humanoid robots designed to operate in human environments, from factories to fulfillment centers. UB Tech Robotics holds the first spot in this fund, with 5.53% weightage, while TSLA holds the second spot with 4.94% weightage. Hyundai Motor holds the third spot in this fund, with 4.70% weightage. HUMN has soared 41% over the past year. The fund charges 75 bps as fees and traded at a volume of 0.08 million shares in the last trading session.

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