3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 07/21/2026

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• Riskified (RSKD): The under-$6 stock riding the AI wave 
• Minerals Technologies (MTX): Top-3 industry rank meets attractive valuation 
• Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM): Top analysts are bullish — see why 

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1. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM)

Taiwan Semiconductor makes the advanced chips powering the AI boom. As demand soars, the world’s leading chipmaker is expanding in Arizona and positioning itself for even more growth.

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

Recent Price: $398.37 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $650.00

Why we're watching:

• TSM has solid, bullish coverage among the analysts we track, with 3 Strong Buy, 1 Buy, and 1 Hold recommendations. See all recommendations here
• For example, Barclays researcher Simon Coles (a top 22% rated analyst) recently maintained his Strong Buy rating with a price target that suggests the stock could see over 60% upside in the coming year. 
• Likewise, Susquehanna researcher Mehdi Hosseini (a top 1% rated analyst) maintained his Strong Buy with price target suggesting the stock could soar by over 50% in the next 12 months.
• Industry ranking context: TSM is currently the #3 highest-rated stock in the Semiconductor industry, which has an Industry Rating of B.
• Zen Ratings highlights: TSM earns an overall A rating, which amounts to a Strong Buy recommendation. This tier represents stocks that have passed a comprehensive 115-factor fundamental review, placing them among the elite top 5% of all equities tracked.
• Component Grades: TSM shines with exceptional As for Financials and Momentum, reflecting the company's outstanding profitability and strong market dynamics driven by surging AI chip demand, while also earning solid Bs for Artificial Intelligence, Sentiment, and Value. See all 7 Component Grades here

2. Minerals Technologies (NYSE: MTX)

Minerals Technologies produces specialty mineral, mineral-based, and synthetic mineral products alongside supporting systems and services. The company is capitalizing on increased demand in its specialty chemicals segment, supported by strong fundamentals and an attractive valuation at current levels.

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

Recent Price: $74.91 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $90.00

Why we're watching:

• MTX has limited, but overall bullish, coverage among the analysts we track, with 1 Strong Buy recommendation. See all recommendations here
• For example, Truist Securities researcher Peter Osterland (a top 15% rated analyst) maintained his Strong Buy rating with a price target suggesting the stock could see over 20% upside in the coming year.
• Industry ranking context: MTX is currently the #3 highest-rated stock in the Specialty Chemical industry, which has an Industry Rating of B.
• Zen Ratings highlights: MTX earns an overall A rating, which is equal to a Strong Buy recommendation. Stocks in this topmost tier have historically delivered nearly 30% annual returns, soundly beating the S&P.
• Component Grades: MTX excels for Safety with an A grade, reflecting the company's stable business model and solid balance sheet fundamentals, while maintaining a strong B for Value and solid Bs for Artificial Intelligence and Sentiment, positioning it well for continued appreciation. See all 7 Component Grades here

3. Riskified (NYSE: RSKD)

Riskified uses AI to help online retailers stop fraud without turning away legitimate customers. That puts it at the center of two major growth trends: e-commerce and fintech.

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

Recent Price: $5.23 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $7.00

Why we're watching:

• RSKD has limited, but overall bullish, coverage among the analysts we track, with 1 Strong Buy and 1 Hold recommendation, with one price target suggesting the stock could see over 30% upside in the coming year. See all recommendations here
• It’s a recent Stock of the Week pick,with our Zen Investor Editor-in-Chief Steve Reitmeister noting “Shares trade for around $5...but easily worth $10 to $15 as the world wakes up to the growth and value story.” See his coverage here.
• Industry ranking context: RSKD is currently the #7 highest-rated stock in the App industry, which has an Industry Rating of B.
• Zen Ratings highlights: RSKD earns an overall A rating, which amounts to a Strong Buy recommendation. Stocks with this rating represent the elite top 5% of all 4,600+ stocks tracked based on a rigorous 115-factor fundamental review.
• Component Grades: RSKD stands out with exceptional As for Artificial Intelligence and Growth, reflecting the company's strong positioning in AI-powered fraud detection and its robust expansion trajectory in the e-commerce risk management space, while maintaining a solid B for Sentiment and Financials. See all 7 Component Grades here

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