Zacks Investment Research·1d ago
Best Growth Stocks to Buy for October 1stCNC, ATI and BP made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on October 1, 2026.
ATI's accelerating revenue growth, up 10.6% in Q2 2026, and record operating margin of 17.4% reflect a strategic pivot toward aerospace, which is driving robust earnings quality. The balance sheet has strengthened with debt-to-equity falling to 1.10 from 1.58,...
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Revenue growth accelerated to 10.6% in Q2 2026 with gross margin expanding to 24.6% from 19.2% in Q1 2024, driving operating margin to a series-high 17.4%.
ATI is a global producer of high-performance materials for aerospace and defense markets, with continued expansion in capacity and strong demand drivers.
ATI increased its share repurchase authorization by $500 million to $1.2 billion, signaling strong capital allocation and confidence in future cash flows.
Recent results show margin expansion and specialty-alloy pricing strength, supporting earnings growth and analyst optimism.
Trailing total returns as of 10/3/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 6, 2026 | $1.23+19.4% vs $1.03 | $1.3B+3.7% vs $1.2B |
Q2 2026 Apr 30, 2026 | $1.00+14.0% vs $0.88 | $1.2B-3.0% vs $1.2B |
Q1 2026 Feb 3, 2026 | $0.93+4.5% vs $0.89 | $1.2B-0.8% vs $1.2B |
Q4 2025 Oct 28, 2025 | $0.85+16.0% vs $0.73 | $1.1B+0.2% vs $1.1B |
CNC, ATI and BP made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on October 1, 2026.
ATI's strong aerospace and defense demand, pricing gains and operational improvements support its higher 2026 adjusted free cash flow outlook.
CNC, MNDY and ATI made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 29, 2026.
DALLAS, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATI Inc. (NYSE: ATI) will host an Investor Day livestream presentation from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM ET on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for ATI Inc. (ATI)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $192.42 | $26.26B | 67.52 | 5.16% | 8.81% | 20.88% | — | |
| $231.27 | $92.53B | 62.34 | 11.06% | 20.52% | 34.41% | — | |
| $388.47 | $19.3B | 36.93 | 8.59% | 16.96% | 25.87% | — | |
| $312.16 | $6.49B | 87.20 | 6.05% | 4.29% | 9.41% | — | |
| $240.39 | $54.75B | 31.97 | 5.73% | 7.99% | 12.84% | — | |
| $231.99 | $33.46B | 29.04 | 3.63% | 7.83% | 17.66% | — |
ATI Inc. (ATI) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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ATI Inc. (ATI) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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ATI Inc. (ATI) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
ATI Inc. (ATI) reported $4.72B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 24% increase from $3.82B in 1996.
ATI Inc. (ATI) grew revenue by 5.2% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, ATI Inc. (ATI) is profitable, generating $475.8M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (8.8% net margin).
ATI Inc. (ATI) has a return on equity (ROE) of 20.9%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
ATI Inc. (ATI) generated $526.3M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
