3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 10/30/2025
Hey. Here’s what’s trending on our Strong Buys screener:
- Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) stands out in a fickle industry
- Tapestry Inc (TPR) has gained 45% since we first alerted, and 15% since we alerted again. Are you listening yet?
- Our proprietary AI factor has zeroed in on Valero Energy Corp (VLO) as a high-potential pick
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Here we’ve got a big-time marketer of transportation fuels and petrochemical products. That part might be boring, but this part isn’t: The stock is surging thanks to robust refining margins and beating market expectations in Q3 2025.
Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) — see full analysis >
Recent Price: $170.92 — get current quote >
Max 1-year forecast: $216.00
Why we're watching:
- Analyst support: Among the 15 analysts we track issuing ratings on VLO, the stock enjoys 11 Strong Buy ratings, 1 Buy, and 3 Hold ratings. See the ratings
- Recent commentary notes VLO’s “momentum as a strong stock to buy” and ongoing benefits from wide crack spreads and increased refining capacity.
- Industry ranking context: Valero is ranked #3 of 22 in Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing, which holds a solid ‘B’ Industry Rating.
- Zen Rating highlights: VLO is part of a strong pack of Strong Buy-rated stocks; it has a Zen Rating of A, has delivered a +31.82% 1-year return, and consistently ranks in the top tier among energy peers.
- Our proprietary AI factor — perhaps the most powerful Component Grade of all (read how it works here!) — gives VLO an exceptional A rating, indicating it’s got the goods to deliver long-term gains. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here >)
2. Las Vegas Sands Corp (NYSE: LVS)
The casino industry can be fickle, as evidenced by its Industry Rating of D. However, the #1 stock in the industry may be a rare exception. Las Vegas Sands operates resorts in Macao and Singapore, and is currently capitalizing on a big-time rebound in tourism and gaming activity across Asia, with fundamentals and a recent earnings win to back it up.
Zen Rating: B (Buy) — see full analysis >
Recent Price: $57.60 — get current quote >
Max 1-year forecast: $70.00
Why we're watching:
- Analyst support: Right now, LVS enjoys 4 Strong Buy, 2 Buy, and 4 Hold ratings, with an overall Buy consensus. See the ratings
- JP Morgan’s Daniel Politzer, who recently maintained a Strong Buy rating, highlighted “impressive” Q3 figures and continued performance in Macao/Singapore, while CEO Robert Goldstein emphasized strong cash flow and a $500M share buyback.
- Q3 delivered impressive results, with 24.2% revenue growth and a robust share repurchase program amplifying the momentum.
- Our Zen Ratings system recognizes LVS as a B (Buy) rated stock — an above-average category with stocks averaging 19.88% annual returns.
- The Component Grades reveal several areas of strength, including an excellent A rating for Sentiment and a solid B rating for Growth. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here >)
3. Tapestry Inc (NYSE: TPR)
Tapestry (TPR), a suite of luxury retail brands, has gained over 45% since we added it to the Zen Investor portfolio (and 15% since we re-alerted!). But the move may not be over. It delivered a strong double beat in its last quarterly report; when you factor in a robust direct-to-consumer model, strong growth in online sales, and ambitious forecasts, it’s clear why Tapestry deserves a closer look.
Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy) — see full analysis >
Recent Price: $114.13 — get current quote >
Max 1-year forecast: $142.00
Why we're watching:
- Analyst support: Tapestry boasts mostly Strong Buy ratings among the analysts we track — 9 in total, with 3 Buy and 2 Hold Ratings and no Sell or Strong Sell ratings. See the ratings
- Recent commentary highlights significant institutional interest, including large fund investments amid accelerated earnings growth and margin expansion.
- Not only is TPR in an A-rated industry (Luxury Brands), but the stock is top-rated within it: #2 of 9. See more Luxury stocks here
- With an A (Strong Buy) Zen Rating, TPR is in a class of stocks averaging +32.52% gains per year.
- Looking at the Component Grades, Tapestry stands out for its Financials (A rating) and several above-average B ratings for Growth, Momentum, Safety, and Sentiment, reflecting a well-capitalized leader in a high-quality segment. (See all 7 Zen Component Grades here >)
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