Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Philip Morris and Sterling Infrastructure

For Immediate ReleaseChicago, IL – June 23, 2025 – Today, Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights  Philip Morris PM and Sterling Infrastructure STRL.2 Red-Hot Stocks Suited for Momentum InvestorsWhen stocks are cruising near all-time or 52-week highs, it reflects considerable bullishness with trends where buyers are in control. Stocks making new highs tend to make even higher highs, particularly when analysts' positive earnings estimate revisions are present.That’s been precisely the case for Philip Morris and Sterling Infrastructure, both of which presently sport a favorable Zacks Rank and are trading near 52-week highs with notable momentum. Let’s take a closer look at what’s been driving the bullish behavior.Sterling Makes Big SplashNotably, Sterling Infrastructure made headlines this week following its announcement of an acquisition of Texas-based CEC Facilities Group, LLC (CEC), a leading specialty electrical and mechanical contractor. CEC will join Sterling’s E-Infrastructure Solutions segment, a move aimed at bolstering its Data Center capabilities amid the current AI frenzy.The stock headed into the acquisition news in an already strong position, currently sporting a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Earnings estimate revisions for its current fiscal year are very bullish, with the $8.56 Zacks Consensus EPS estimate up 50% over the last year and suggesting 40% YoY growth.PM Keeps Paying InvestorsPhilip Morris shares have benefited nicely in 2025, with quarterly results regularly beating expectations. Demand has remained strong for the tobacco titan, with product innovations, namely its smoke-free business (SFB), remaining key for its future.EPS expectations are climbing higher across the board over recent months.The company has consistently upped its payouts over its history, currently sporting a 2.8% five-year annualized dividend growth rate and also being a Dividend King.Below is a chart illustrating the company’s dividends paid on an annual basis. Please note that the final value is calculated on a trailing twelve-month basis, as the company’s FY25 is still ongoing.Bottom LineStocks making new highs tend to make even higher highs, particularly when positive earnings estimate revisions hit the tape.That’s precisely what both stocks above have enjoyed, with each sporting a favorable Zacks Rank and seeing their shares trade near 52-week highs.Why Haven't You Looked at Zacks' Top Stocks?Since 2000, our top stock-picking strategies have blown away the S&P's +7.7% average gain per year. Amazingly, they soared with average gains of +48.4%, +50.2% and +56.7% per year.Today you can access their live picks without cost or obligation.See Stocks Free >>Media ContactZacks Investment Research800-767-3771 ext. 9339support@zacks.comhttps://www.zacks.comPast performance is no guarantee of future results. Inherent in any investment is the potential for loss. 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