3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 02/12/2026

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

• LATAM Airlines Group (LTM): Latin America's top-rated airline soaring on record earnings
• Vistance Networks (VISN) Infrastructure provider surges 560% on 97% EBITDA growth turnaround
• Thermon Group Holdings (THR): Industrial heating leader up 120% on decarbonization wave

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1. Vistance Networks (NASDAQ: VISN)

This infrastructure solutions company recently beat Q3 2025 earnings with impressive 97% year-over-year adjusted EBITDA growth to $402 million, while raising full-year guidance and continuing strategic asset divestitures.

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

Recent Price: $19.50 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $23.50

Why we're watching:

• Analyst support: While only 1 analyst we track currently issues a rating on VISN, it’s bullish — a Strong Buy with over 20% projected upside in the coming year. See the ratings
• Let’s take a closer look at that rating. Bank of America analyst Tal Liani (a top 14% rated analyst) recently maintained a Strong Buy rating with a $23.50 price target following exceptional Q3 2025 results. The company reported EPS of $0.62 versus $0.37 estimated, beating by 68.57%, with revenue of $1.63B growing 50.6% year-over-year, significantly exceeding expectations by 14.78%.
• Also worth noting: Management expressed strong confidence in results, stating "We are pleased with our outstanding results in the third quarter," noting that "all businesses continue to deliver strong results" with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA of $402 million representing a "strong improvement of 97% year-over-year," while announcing they are "raising our 2025 consolidated adjusted EBITDA guidance."
• The stock has delivered remarkable momentum, surging 560.88% from its 52-week low of $2.94 to trade near its high of $20.55, reflecting strong market recognition of the turnaround story.
• Industry ranking context: VISN is currently the #1 highest-rated stock in the Communication Equipment industry, which has an Industry Rating of B, positioning it as the clear sector leader.
• Zen Rating highlights: A (Strong Buy) rated stocks have historically trounced the S&P with average returns of 32.52% annually — our quant ratings system has faith in this stock. 
• Component Grades: The stock showcases exceptional strength with Value (A), Growth (A), and Sentiment (A) grades reflecting the compelling turnaround story and valuation opportunity, complemented by Momentum (B) and Financials (B), while Safety (C) and Artificial Intelligence (C) reflect the company's balance sheet restructuring and operational focus. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here

2. Thermon Group Holdings Inc (NYSE: THR)

This company specializes in industrial process heating solutions worldwide, including air heaters, boilers, and controlling/monitoring equipment, and more. Boring, right? But this isn’t: The company recently beat Q3 2026 earnings expectations and continues to focus on decarbonization, electrification, and digital innovation initiatives.

Zen Rating: B (Buy) — see full analysis

Recent Price: $50.64 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $54.00

Why we're watching:

• Analyst support: Roth Capital analyst Chip Moore (a top 15% rated analyst) recently maintained a Strong Buy rating ahead of Q3 2026 earnings, taking a bullish view of the company's strategy and diversification. Moore praised the company's "ability to provide solutions related to decarbonization and electrification" and noted that Thermon is "aiming to promote ongoing value creation through digital innovation." See more ratings here
• The stock has demonstrated impressive momentum, trading near its 52-week high of $52.06, up 119.65% from its 52-week low of $23.05.
• Industry ranking context: THR is currently the 7th highest-rated stock out of 70 in the Specialty Industrial Machinery industry, which has an Industry Rating of A, placing it among elite performers in a strong sector. (See more picks in the industry here.)
• Zen Rating highlights: Buy (B) stocks average +19.88%/yr — the company ranks in the top tier of 70 specialty industrial machinery stocks tracked.
• Component Grades: The stock displays balanced performance with Momentum (B), Sentiment (B), and Safety (B) grades, supported by Artificial Intelligence (B), while Value (C), Growth (C), and Financials (C) reflect the company's mature market position and steady operational profile. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here

3. Latam Airlines Group SA (NYSE: LTM)

This Latin American airline company recently reported strong Q4 and FY 2025 earnings, with EPS of $1.69 beating estimates and revenue reaching $3.45B, demonstrating resilient performance against a strong macro backdrop.

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

Recent Price: $64.85 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $75.00

Why we're watching:

• Analyst support: LTM only has one rating among the analysts we track, but it’s a bullish Strong Buy with over 20% projected upside in the coming year. See the ratings
• Taking a closer look — Barclays researcher Pablo Monsivais (a top 25% rated analyst) recently raised the price target to $75 following strong Q4 2025 earnings results. Monsivais stated the quarter was "strong against a resilient macro backdrop," noting that FY 2025 EPS of $4.95 grew from $3.23 in FY 2024, while revenue increased to $14.5B from $13B.
• Industry ranking context: LTM is currently the #1 highest-rated stock in the Airline industry, which has an Industry Rating of B. (See more top-rated airline stocks here.)
• Zen Rating highlights: Strong Buy (A) stocks average +32.52%/yr — putting LTM in the top tier of stocks we track, which we’ve pinned as having the highest chance of outperformance.
• Component Grades: The stock demonstrates balanced strength across metrics with Momentum (B), Sentiment (B), Safety (B), Financials (B), and Artificial Intelligence (B) grades, though Value (C) and Growth (C) reflect the company's premium valuation following strong recent performance. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here

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