3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 08/05/2025

By Mijuško Šibalić, Stock Market Writer and Stock Researcher
August 5, 2025 5:36 AM UTC
3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 08/05/2025

Here’s the good stuff, direct from our Strong Buy Stocks from Top Wall Street Analysts screener:

  • Copa Holdings (CPA) is an under-the-radar pick with real potential
  • Commvault Systems (CVLT) benefits from the data revolution 
  • Analysts eye Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) after strong earnings

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1. Copa Holdings (NYSE: CPA

Copa Holdings is one of Latin America’s most efficient and reliable airlines — known for its punctuality and lean cost structure, the company operates a full-service carrier with a strong hub-and-spoke model that connects major cities across the Americas. Despite a strong surge in the past three months, CPA remains undervalued — to boot, the company’s balance sheet is more than robust enough to finance any growth opportunities that may present themselves.

Zen Rating: B (Buy)see full analysis >  

Recent Price: $108.99 get current quote > 

Max 1-year forecast: $147.00 

Why we’re watching:

  • Copa Holdings is an under-the-radar pick — the stock is currently tracked by just 1 Wall Street analyst. See the rating
  • With that being said, the analyst in question is highly-regarded — the researcher in question is Savanthi Syth of Raymond James (a top 11% rated analyst), who recently maintained a Strong Buy rating and increased her price target from $145 to $147. Syth’s revised price target implies a 33.27% upside.
  • Copa Holdings SA will report its Q2 2025 earnings on 20205/08/06. In Q1, earnings started to move up Y/Y, Syth said, predicting that RASM will also move up Y/Y in 2H because of strong demand and easy comps.
  • CPA shares rank in the top 8% of the more than 4,600 equities that we track, giving them a Zen Rating of B, which has historically corresponded to average annual returns of 19.88%.
  • Copa Holdings is on a strong financial footing — in terms of the company’s Financials Component Grade rating, it ranks in the 80th percentile. CPA also ranks in the 80th percentile in terms of Safety
  • According to Momentum, CPA ranks in the top 18% of stocks — on account of a 17.51% rally in the last three months.
  • However, Value is the stock’s strongest suit — when it comes to this Component Grade rating, CPA ranks in the top 4% of stocks. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here >)

2. Commvault Systems (NASDAQ: CVLT)

You’ve probably heard that data is the new currency of the digital age — but for companies to leverage it, it needs to be safe and accessible. That’s where Commvault Systems Inc comes in — data protection, backup, and recovery are crucial for businesses that want to keep operations running smoothly. The business recently posted a double beat for — and the consensus forecast on the Street predicts a significant upside going forward.

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

Recent Price: $179.73 get current quote > 

Max 1-year forecast: $225.00 

Why we’re watching:

  • Analyst coverage of CVLT tends toward the bullish side — the stock currently has 4 Strong Buy ratings, 1 Buy rating, and 3 Hold ratings. See the ratings
  • In addition, the average 12-month price target for Commvault Systems shares, which currently stands at $205.88, implies a healthy 14.55% upside.
  • Following the company’s Q1 2026 earnings, KeyBanc researcher Eric Heath (a top 8% rated analyst) reiterated a Strong Buy rating on the stock, and increased his price target from $195 to a Street-high $225.
  • Heath said the "strong" print was highlighted by an ARR beat and management's FY 2026 guidance raise.
  • The analyst said the quarter's results and guide underpinned their confidence in Commvault Systems' accelerating momentum in the overall backup and recovery market, and demonstrated the company's strong execution and improving cybersecurity positioning.
  • The App industry consists of 200 stocks and has an Industry Rating of B. CVLT is currently the 11th highest-rated stock in the industry.    
  • Commvault Systems shares rank in the top 5% of the equities that we track, giving them a Zen Rating of A.
  • In terms of its Growth Component Grade rating, CVLT ranks in the top 9% of stocks.
  • However, Financials are the company’s biggest strength — in this regard, Commvault Systems ranks in the 94th percentile. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here >)

3. Lincoln Electric Holdings (NASDAQ: LECO)

Lincoln Electric is a global leader in arc welding and cutting systems — critical tools used across construction, manufacturing, automotive, and energy. The company also offers automation solutions and welding education, helping customers improve productivity and precision. With steady industrial demand and exposure to automation, LECO seems poised for further growth — particularly once you factor in the strong showing in its latest quarterly report.

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

Recent Price: $241.14 get current quote > 

Max 1-year forecast: $280.00 

Why we’re watching:

  • LECO shares currently have 5 Strong Buy ratings, 1 Buy rating, and 1 Hold rating. See the ratings
  • KeyBanc’s Steve Barger (a top 7% rated analyst) maintained a Strong Buy rating on the stock following the company’s Q2 2025 earnings, and increased his price target from $250 to a Street-high $280. Barger’s revised price target implies a 16.12% upside.
  • Barger noted that the quarter's "strong" results and management's guidance bump prompted a post-print stock price gain.
  • KeyBanc cautions that there are still risks and uncertainties in the macro environment, the analyst said, although their firm was encouraged by Lincoln Electric Holdings' commentary and tone.
  • Lincoln Electric Holdings is currently the top-rated stock in the Tool & Accessory industry, which has an Industry Rating of A.
  • Our quant rating system evaluates stocks based on 115 proprietary factors. LECO ranks in the top 4% of the more than 4,600 equities that we track — giving it a Zen Rating of A, which has historically corresponded to an average annualized return of 32.52%.
  • Each Zen Rating is derived from 7 Component Grade ratings. Lincoln Electric’s strongest suits are Safety and Financials. In both categories, LECO ranks in the 96th percentile — which tells us that it enjoys stable stock prices and revenue inflows, as well as predictable earnings, on top of a strong balance sheet. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here >)

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