overweight

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The brokerage keeps an overweight stance on semiconductors and IT hardware due to strong earnings, as well as financials on attractive valuations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

These tailwinds alongside cost savings prompt JPM to upgrade Lanxess’ stock to overweight from underweight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Morgan lowered his rating on Scotts’ stock to neutral, after being at overweight for at least the past three years.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Menopause is often associated with increased weight gain and a higher risk of developing overweight and obesity.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

Not many against Capricorn’s Black Jackets, thought Elinor, but better than nothing, certainly better than a desperate father, an Arab boy, and an overweight book collector.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke