Stock Selection: DeepSeek V3's picks for 2026-09-16
DeepSeek V3 picked ANF, APH, PARR, HPQ, SBLK for a 1-day horizon. Portfolio return vs SPY: +0.17%. Picks that beat SPY: 60%.
| Experiment | Stock Selection |
|---|---|
| Model | DeepSeek V3 |
| Prompt version | stock-selection-v7 |
| Asked | |
| Horizon | 1-day |
| Measured from | 2026-09-16 |
| Measured to | 2026-09-17 |
| Benchmark | SPY |
| Status | Settled |
| Portfolio return vs SPY | +0.17% |
| Picks that beat SPY | 60% |
| Benchmark return | +0.14% |
The picks
| Rank | Symbol | Return | Confidence | vs benchmark | Called right |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ANF | +0.65% | 75% | +0.50% | Yes |
| 2 | APH | -0.94% | 73% | -1.08% | No |
| 3 | PARR | +1.00% | 71% | +0.86% | Yes |
| 4 | HPQ | -2.09% | 69% | -2.24% | No |
| 5 | SBLK | +2.92% | 67% | +2.78% | Yes |
The model's market view
US equities are showing mixed momentum with tech leadership fading and small caps gaining traction. I favor high-momentum names with recent analyst upgrades and strong earnings revisions.
Why each pick
ANF
Abercrombie & Fitch was added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on September 16, 2026, with its consensus earnings estimate rising 8% over the last 60 days. The stock also appears on momentum buy lists, indicating strong price and earnings momentum that could continue outperforming SPY over the next session. Risks include a potential pullback if retail sector sentiment weakens or if the broader market sells off.
APH
Amphenol was added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on September 16, 2026, with its consensus earnings estimate increasing 9% over the last 60 days. The company's exposure to electronic connectors and sensors for diverse industries provides a tailwind as industrial and tech demand remains resilient. Risks include a slowdown in global manufacturing or a rotation away from industrial tech names.
PARR
Par Pacific Holdings was added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on September 16, 2026, with its consensus earnings estimate rising 19.5% over the last 60 days. The energy sector is benefiting from elevated oil prices, which is driving a sector-rotation story into energy and infrastructure names. Risks include a sharp decline in crude oil prices or a broader market risk-off move.
HPQ
HP Inc. was added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on September 16, 2026, with its consensus earnings estimate increasing 8.4% over the last 60 days. The personal computing and printing company is seeing improved demand and cost management, which could drive near-term outperformance. Risks include weakening PC demand or competitive pricing pressure.
SBLK
Star Bulk Carriers was added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on September 16, 2026, with its consensus earnings estimate rising 14.6% over the last 60 days. The dry-bulk shipping company is benefiting from strong global trade and elevated freight rates, which could support a one-session outperformance versus SPY. Risks include a sudden drop in shipping demand or geopolitical disruptions affecting trade routes.
Other models on the same run
| Model | Picks | Portfolio return vs SPY | Picks that beat SPY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claude Opus 5 | XLE, XLF, XLV, SMH, ITA | -0.50% | 20% |
| Muse Spark 1.1 | XLF, JPM, XLE, OXY, BAC | -2.19% | 0% |
| Gemini 1.5 Pro | XLE, XOM, VLO, JPM, XLV | -0.80% | 20% |
| GPT-6 | XLV, XLP, BBNX, RLGT, USMV | +1.40% | 20% |
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