3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 01/27/2026

Here’s a peek at the latest picks from our Strong Buy Stocks from Top Wall Street Analysts screener:

• Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) is poised for sustained momentum 
• Indivior PLC (NASDAQ: INDV) could see accelerated growth in the near term 
• Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) continues to slay (and is still Strong Buy rated) 

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1. Lincoln Electric Holdings (NASDAQ: LECO)

This global leader in welding, cutting, and brazing products is coasting on strong execution and upcoming 2030 strategic targets, both of which position the company for sustained momentum in the industrial manufacturing sector.

Zen Rating: B (Buy) — see full analysis

Recent Price: $258.64 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $280.00

Why we're watching:

• Analyst support: The stock currently has 3 Strong Buy ratings, 1 Buy rating, 1 Hold rating, and 1 Strong Sell rating from 6 analysts covering the stock. 
• KeyBanc's Steve Barger (a top 3% rated analyst) maintained a Strong Buy rating, and  Baird researcher Mircea Dobre (a top 4% rated analyst) maintained his Buy rating — both have ample optimism about Lincoln Electric's growth trajectory based on their respective price targets and implied upside potential. See the ratings
• Industry ranking context: LECO is currently the 3rd highest-rated stock in the Tool & Accessory industry, which has an Industry Rating of A.
• Zen Rating highlights: Buy (B) stocks have historically averaged +19.88%/yr, positioning LECO among solid performers in the market.
• Component Grades: The company demonstrates exceptional strength in Safety (A) and Financials (A), indicating robust balance sheet health and operational stability. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here)

2. Indivior PLC (NASDAQ: INDV)

This company develops and sells buprenorphine-based prescription drugs for treating opioid dependence and co-occurring disorders. The company recently completed its redomiciliation to the United States and announced strong full-year 2026 guidance, positioning itself for accelerated growth.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) — see full analysis

Recent Price: $33.58 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $48.00

Why we're watching:

• Analyst support: INDV enjoys unanimous bullish consensus with 1 Strong Buy rating and 2 Buy ratings from 3 analysts covering the stock. See the ratings
• Piper Sandler's David Amsellem (a top 6% rated analyst) recently reiterated a Strong Buy rating with a $41 price target following Q3 earnings that beat consensus, with SUBLOCADE worldwide sales guidance raised to $825M-$845M, implying approximately 10% annual growth.
• HC Wainwright maintained coverage with a $48 price target, the highest among analysts, suggesting over 45% upside potential. The firm highlighted the company's progress in Phase I of the Indivior Action Agenda and expected $150 million in annual operating expense savings beginning in 2026.
• Industry ranking context: INDV is currently the 2nd highest-rated stock in the Pharmaceutical industry, which has an Industry Rating of B.
• Zen Rating highlights: Strong Buy (A) stocks average +32.52%/yr — based on the aforementioned price targets, INDV could potentially scorch even these impressive averages.
• Component Grades: The company showcases balanced performance with Value (B), Growth (B), Momentum (B), and standout Sentiment (A) grades, reflecting strong market confidence in the turnaround strategy and commercial execution. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here)

3. Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU)

This repeat Strong Buy pick specializes in memory and storage products worldwide. The company is capitalizing on extraordinary AI infrastructure demand, with analysts highlighting the shift from spot pricing to sustainable earnings-based valuations.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) — see full analysis

Recent Price: $399.65 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $500.00

Why we're watching:

• Significant upside potential: Our Zen Investor Editor in Chief, Steve Reitmeister, believes that stocks like MU could be the next beneficiaries of the AI revolution. Watch this video to find out why. 
• Analyst support: MU enjoys overwhelming bullish sentiment with 16 Strong Buy ratings, 7 Buy ratings, and just 1 Hold rating from 24 analysts covering the stock. See the ratings
• TD Cowen's Krish Sankar (a top 6% rated analyst) recently maintained a Strong Buy rating with a $450 price target, reflecting confidence in the memory super-cycle driven by AI.
• Rosenblatt researcher Kevin Cassidy (a top 1% rated analyst) maintained a Strong Buy rating with a $500 price target, the highest on Wall Street (25% upside potential!) highlighting the company's leadership position in AI memory solutions.
• Wells Fargo's Aaron Rakers (a top 1% rated analyst) maintained a Strong Buy rating with a $410 price target following strong industry demand indicators.
• Citigroup analyst Christopher Danely (a top 2% rated analyst) maintained his Strong Buy rating with a $385 price target, emphasizing the company's strategic positioning in high-bandwidth memory for AI applications. 
• Industry ranking context: MU is currently the 1st highest-rated stock in the Semiconductor industry, which has an Industry Rating of B, demonstrating clear sector leadership.
• Zen Rating highlights: Strong Buy (A) stocks average +32.52%/yr.  MU is positioned as a cornerstone AI infrastructure play. What’s not to like?
• Component Grades: Micron exhibits impressive balance across key metrics with Value (B), Growth (B), Momentum (A), Sentiment (B), and Financials (A) grades. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here)

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