These 13 stocks could surge on upbeat results this earnings season, Morgan Stanley says

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• Corporate earnings are expected to be strong this season, Morgan Stanley said.
• Analysts said they expect an above-average earnings-beat rate for S&P 500 firms.
• The bank highlighted 13 stocks it thinks could surge on upbeat results.

The market is heading into the thick of earnings season, and there are a handful of stocks that could see strong moves higher on upbeat results, according to Morgan Stanley.

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