Why CACI International (CACI) is a Top Stock for the Long-Term

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By buying Focus List stocks, then, you're likely getting into companies whose future earnings estimates will be raised, potentially leading to price momentum.Focus List Spotlight: CACI International (CACI)Based in Reston, VA, CACI International delivers IT applications and infrastructure to improve communications and secure the integrity of information systems and networks, enhance data collection and analysis, and increase efficiency and mission effectiveness. The company’s solutions enrich defense and intelligence capabilities, assure homeland security, improve decision-making, and help customers operate smartly and proficiently.CACI, a #2 (Buy) stock, was added to the Focus List on December 2, 2015 at $103.31 per share. Since then, shares have increased 360.55% to $475.79.Six analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.19 to $24.13. 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