3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 09/09/2026

By Jessie Moore, Stock Researcher and Writer
September 9, 2026 5:24 AM UTC
3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 09/09/2026

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

  • Amneal Pharmaceuticals (AMRX): Three Strong Buys and an A for Sentiment
  • EnerSys (ENS): A top 3% analyst sees over 50% upside
  • Phillips 66 (PSX): Three A grades and six top analysts watching

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1. Amneal Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: AMRX)

Amneal Pharmaceuticals is a diversified pharmaceutical company involved in the development, licensing, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of generic and specialty medications. The company's expanding specialty portfolio and improving operational efficiency are driving accelerating earnings growth, with new product launches expected to provide additional revenue momentum.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) see full analysis

Recent Price: $17.44 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $25.00

Why we're watching:

  • AMRX has limited, but overwhelmingly bullish, coverage among the analysts we track, with 3 Strong Buy recommendations. See all recommendations here
  • For example, JP Morgan researcher Chris Schott (a top 13% rated analyst) recently reinstated his Strong Buy rating with a $22.00 price target, representing 26% upside potential from current levels.
  • Likewise, UBS researcher Ashwani Verma (a top 11% rated analyst) maintained his Strong Buy with a $25.00 price target, representing 43% upside potential from current levels.
  • Industry ranking context: AMRX is currently the #6 highest-rated stock in the Pharmaceutical industry, which has an Industry Rating of B.
  • Zen Ratings highlights: AMRX earns an overall A rating, which is equal to a Strong Buy recommendation. Stocks in this tier have historically outperformed the broader market with nearly 30% annual returns.
  • Component Grades: AMRX stands out with an exceptional A for Sentiment alongside strong Bs for Growth and Momentum, reflecting strong analyst conviction in the company's turnaround trajectory and improving execution across both generic and specialty segments. See all 7 Component Grades here 

2. EnerSys (NYSE: ENS)

EnerSys manufactures and distributes reserve and motive power batteries for industrial applications, battery chargers and accessories, and power equipment. The company's strong position in energy storage solutions is capitalizing on growing demand from data centers, electric vehicles, and industrial automation, driving steady margin expansion.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) see full analysis

Recent Price: $181.91 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $280.00

Why we're watching:

  • ENS has limited, but overall bullish, coverage among the analysts we track, with 1 Strong Buy and 1 Buy recommendations. See all recommendations here
  • For example, BTIG researcher Gregory Lewis (a top 3% rated analyst) recently reiterated his Strong Buy rating with a $280.00 price target, representing 54% upside potential from current levels.
  • Additionally, Oppenheimer researcher Noah Kaye (a top 7% rated analyst) maintained his Buy with a $250.00 price target, representing 37% upside potential from current levels.
  • Industry ranking context: ENS is currently the #1 highest-rated stock in the Electrical Equipment & Parts industry, which has an Industry Rating of D.
  • Zen Ratings highlights: ENS earns an overall A rating, equal to a Strong Buy recommendation. This rating identifies stocks in the elite top 5% based on a comprehensive 115-factor evaluation framework.
  • Component Grades: ENS excels with strong As for Financials and Value alongside a solid B for Sentiment, Growth and Artificial Intelligence, reflecting the company's attractive valuation, healthy balance sheet, and compelling position in the rapidly expanding energy storage market. See all 7 Component Grades here

3. Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX)

Phillips 66 gathers, processes, transports, stores, and markets natural gas, gasoline, diesel, aviation fuel, and lubricants. The company's refining operations are benefiting from improved crack spreads and operational efficiency gains, while its stable midstream business provides consistent cash flow generation.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) see full analysis

Recent Price: $255.09 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $335.00

Why we're watching:

  • PSX has solid, bullish coverage among the analysts we track, with 4 Strong Buy, 3 Buy, and 7 Hold recommendations. See all recommendations here
  • For example, Wells Fargo researcher Sam Margolin (a top 7% rated analyst) recently maintained his Strong Buy rating with a $335.00 price target, representing 31% upside potential from current levels.
  • Additionally, TD Cowen researcher Jason Gabelman (a top 11% rated analyst) maintained his Strong Buy rating earlier this year.
  • Four additional top-tier analysts covering PSX include Evercore ISI's Stephen Richardson, Barclays' Theresa Chen, UBS' Manav Gupta, Goldman Sachs' Neil Mehta, Raymond James' Justin Jenkins, and Jefferies' Lloyd Byrne — all tracking the company's refining margin optimization.
  • Industry ranking context: PSX is currently the #8 highest-rated stock in the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing industry, which has an Industry Rating of A.
  • Zen Ratings highlights: PSX earns an overall A rating, which is equal to a Strong Buy recommendation. Stocks with this rating have historically delivered nearly 30% annual returns, soundly beating the S&P.
  • Component Grades: PSX stands out with strong As for Artificial Intelligence, Growth, and Momentum alongside solid Bs for Financials, Safety, and Sentiment, reflecting the company's operational excellence and favorable positioning in a strengthening refining environment. See all 7 Component Grades here

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