3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 12/25/2025

By Jessie Moore, Stock Researcher and Writer
December 25, 2025 6:48 AM UTC
3 New Strong Buy Ratings from Top-Rated Analysts: 12/25/2025

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  • Globus Medical (GMED) has a strong moat and great near-term prospects
  • Micron Technology (MU) can’t stop, won’t stop 
  • Rush Street Interactive (RSI) is a clear industry leader 

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1. Globus Medical (NYSE: GMED)

Globus Medical has quietly built a dominant position in high-growth orthopedic and spine technologies. With an $11.65B market cap and nearly 545% total returns since going public, the company has proven its ability to compound value over time.

Zen Rating: B (Buy) see full analysis

Recent Price: $87.06 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $114.00

Why we're watching:

  • Analyst support: GMED enjoys a Strong Wall Street consensus with 7 Strong Buy ratings, 1 Buy, and 2 Hold ratings from the analysts we track, reflecting general confidence in the stock. See the ratings
  • Recent analyst commentary highlights a strong product pipeline, improving market dynamics, and increased sales from existing products, with upcoming product launches expected to serve as key catalysts.
  • Industry ranking context: GMED is currently ranked 10 out of 100 stocks in the Medical Device industry, which has an Industry Rating of C. Learn more about Industry Ranking here.
  • Zen Rating highlights: As a B (Buy) rated stock, GMED is in good company — this tier of  stocks have historically averaged +19.88%/yr.
  • Component Grades: Multiple metrics show strength in the 70-80th percentile range including Value (70%), Momentum (80%), and Sentiment (75%), reflecting balanced fundamentals across key categories. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here

2. Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU)

Micron Technology sits at the center of the memory cycle with unmatched scale across compute, mobile, and industrial markets. With a $299B market cap, a #1 industry ranking, and shares up 332% from their 52-week low, Micron has compounded shareholder wealth by nearly 20× since 1997.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy)see full analysis

Recent Price: $275.70 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $500.00

Why we're watching:

  • This stock just can’t stop. It was recently our Stock of the Week, and it was also included in our roundup of the best 3 AI stocks to buy right now.
  • Analyst support: MU enjoys overwhelming bullish consensus with 17 Strong Buy ratings, 8 Buy, and just 1 Hold from 26 analysts, making it one of the most widely supported semiconductor stocks we track. See the ratings
  • Industry ranking context: MU is currently the #1 highest-rated stock in the Semiconductor industry. How about that? 
  • Zen Rating highlights: As an A (Strong Buy) rated stock, MU is in good company — these have historically been the best-performing stocks we track.  
  • Component Grades: Outstanding Financials (A grade) are supported by a 74.79% return on equity and 51.16% return on assets; MU also earns A grades for Value, Momentum, and Sentiment. Not bad. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here

3. Rush Street Interactive (NYSE: RSI)

As legalization and digital adoption accelerate, Rush Street Interactive has emerged as a clear industry leader in online gaming. Ranked #1 in Gambling, the $4.47B company has rewarded shareholders with strong post-IPO gains since 2020.

Zen Rating: A (Strong Buy)see full analysis

Recent Price: $19.50 — get current quote

Max 1-year forecast: $27.00

Why we're watching:

  • Analyst support: RSI enjoys solid coverage on WSZ, with 3 Strong Buy ratings, 2 Buy, and 1 Hold rating, reflecting confidence in the online gaming expansion story. See the ratings
  • For example, Susquehanna's Joseph Stauff (a top 6% rated analyst) maintains a Strong Buy with a $23.00 price target (+17.95% upside), noting that RSI is positioned well in the market with strong growth potential driven by continued investment in technology and customer acquisition.  
  • Recent recognition includes being named Operator of the Year-North LatAm at the EGR LatAm Awards, demonstrating operational excellence and market leadership in key growth regions.
  • Industry ranking context: RSI is currently the #1 highest-rated stock in the Gambling industry, which has an Industry Rating of B, positioning it as the category leader.
  • Zen Rating highlights: RSI is in the cream of the crop — an A (Strong Buy) rated stock. Stocks with A ratings have historically trounced the S&P with 32.52% average annual returns.
  • Component Grades: RSI earns A grades for Financials and Growth, and an above-average B for Sentiment. See all 7 Zen Component Grades here

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