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3 Dirt Cheap Stocks
By Tracey Ryniec
Nov 19, 2009
Look outside the glamour stocks to find cheap stocks with solid fundamentals.

4 Brazilian Stocks to Spice Up Your Portfolio
By Michael Vodicka
Nov 12, 2009
Take a look at these four Brazilian stocks to capitalize on Brazil's growing economy.

To Buy or Not to Buy: 4 Retailers Worth Considering
By Alex Kolb
Nov 05, 2009
Now may be a good time to play the retail industry as many retailers are on the path to recovery.

4 Agriculture Stocks to Feed Your Portfolio
By Michael Vodicka
Oct 22, 2009
The global population explosion and production limitations could place a bid into these 4 agriculture stocks.

Drill For Growth With These 3 Oil Stocks
By Tracey Ryniec
Oct 15, 2009
2010 estimates are soaring for these exploration companies.

A Consumer Driven Recovery?
By Bill Wilton
Oct 08, 2009
Consumer stocks may hold the key to the market's future.

Solid Technology Bets for the Long-Term
By Alex Kolb
Oct 05, 2009
These 3 tech plays continue to outperform as the Nasdaq tops the Dow and S&P 500.

5 Stocks Your Kids Will Love
By Tracey Ryniec
Sep 24, 2009
Pique your kids interest in stocks with these "cool" companies.

4 Chinese Growth Stocks
By Michael Vodicka
Sep 17, 2009
These 4 Chinese growth stocks come with a nice helping of value to help reduce risk.

3 Hot Commodities
By Bill Wilton
Sep 11, 2009
Profit from the rising commodity prices with these companies.

3 Ways to Play the Surge in Gold
By Alex Kolb
Sep 08, 2009
Allocating a portion of your portfolio to gold is always a good idea. Checkout 3 solid long-term plays.

Forget Harvard- 3 Education Companies for the New Reality
By Tracey Ryniec
Aug 27, 2009
STRA, LINC and APOL cash in on demand for more education.

4 Alternative Energy Stocks
By Michael Vodicka
Aug 20, 2009
With crude topping off above $70 a barrel, alternative energy is back in the spotlight.

Let Inflation Buoy Your Portfolio
By Bill Wilton
Aug 13, 2009
Don't let inflation sap the real performance of the portfolio you worked so hard to maintain.

Are Techs Making a Comeback?
By Alex Kolb
Aug 10, 2009
Are techs back and ready for another run-up?

Should You Be Jumping Into the Homebuilders?
By Tracey Ryniec
Jul 30, 2009
Signs of a housing bottom are pushing up homebuilding stocks.

What Are The Transports Telling Us?
By Michael Vodicka
Jul 24, 2009
Transportation companies have been conservative when guiding and discussing business conditions.

Gold Stocks in a Depression
By Casey Research
Jul 20, 2009
The prudent investor understands ? and respects ? the time-tested adage, "Nothing is guaranteed".

Is Wall Street Back?
By Bill Wilton
Jul 16, 2009
Big banks are reporting solid results so far and could be the signal that Wall St. is back to its winning ways.

The Safest Dividend in the Dow
By Zacks Investment Research
Jul 14, 2009
Which company has the safest dividend in the Dow? Read to find out.

Turning Bling into Ka-Ching
By Casey Research
Jul 09, 2009
Discover the best way to cash in your gold jewelry.

Cashing in South of the Border
By Tracey Ryniec
Jul 02, 2009
Opportunity awaits in Latin America's growing economies.

Illegal For 53 Years - IRAs Now Gold Friendly
By Casey Research
Jun 29, 2009
More and more people are asking whether they can, or should, use an IRA to hold physical gold.

Where Do You Keep Your Gold?
By Casey Research
Jun 23, 2009
The choices boil down to three: store your gold in a safe deposit box; bury it; or hide it indoors.

Fortunes Rising in China
By Bill Wilton
Jun 11, 2009
Chinese stocks have had enormous returns for the first portion of 2009, here are a few that should continue.

3 Stocks that Offer Growth and Income
By Alex Kolb
May 29, 2009
Check out 3 solid Growth and Income plays.

3 Value Stocks Rewarding Investors with Juicy Payouts
By Tracey Ryniec
May 18, 2009
These 3 companies pay distributions over 6% even as P/Es hover in the single digits.

Are Valuations A Bit Overdone?
By Michael Vodicka
May 11, 2009
Valuations could be a bit over-cooked in the short-run, creating a nice opportunity to exit trades with tidy gains.

Fighting the Market: A Losing Battle
By Bill Wilton
May 01, 2009
Cash in on the recent rally using the Zacks Rank.

5 Zacks #1 Rank Stocks to Watch
By Alex Kolb
Apr 28, 2009
Check out 5 solid plays that just got upgraded to a Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy).

3 Value Stocks with Magic PEG Ratios
By Tracey Ryniec
Apr 09, 2009
Use a low PEG ratio to find stellar value stocks.

The Zacks Rank and ETFs
By Bill Wilton
Apr 03, 2009
Using ETFs and the Zacks Industry Rank can save you time, money, and a headache.

Zacks Beats The Major Brokers
By Charles Rotblut
Mar 26, 2009
Zacks recommendations are more profitable than brokerage ratings, according to an independent consulting firm.

Perfectly Timed High Yield Play
By Zacks Investment Research
Mar 20, 2009
The recession is creating a timely opportunity in to invest bonds.

Give Your Portfolio Some Credit
By Michael Vodicka
Mar 13, 2009
Some credit card companies are better positioned for long-term growth than others.

Shift Your Cash into Cash-Rich Companies
By Bill Wilton
Mar 06, 2009
Companies seeking security by holding sizable cash positions can be an investors best bet.

Featuring Zacks Top-Performing Low Price Stocks Strategy
By Alex Kolb
Mar 04, 2009
Don't judge a book by its cover or a stock by its price. Discover low-priced stocks that offer solid fundamentals.

How To Put Gold Into Your IRA
By Zacks Investment Research
Feb 24, 2009
Individual investors can invest their retirement savings directly in gold. Learn how.

A Security With A 16% Yield
By Zacks Investment Research
Feb 19, 2009
This oddball security from Canada showers investors with 16% yields.

The Great Gold Debate
By Michael Vodicka
Feb 13, 2009
The gold bugs clash with the bears.

Check Your Emotion at the Door
By Bill Wilton
Feb 09, 2009
Emotions can be an investor's worst enemy. Take logical steps to the market and profit in any environment.

More Winning Strategies from Research Wizard
By Alex Kolb
Feb 02, 2009
Learn about strategies that produced several outperformers, including 3 Zacks #1 Rank stocks.

High Yield Strategies
By Zacks Investment Research
Jan 23, 2009
High yield expert Carla Pasternak discusses her strategies for finding attractive high-yield investments.

Focus On Long-Term Growth Stocks
By Michael Vodicka
Jan 19, 2009
A long-term growth strategy makes short-term market fluctuations irrelevant.

Banking on Profits Down the Road
By Alex Kolb
Jan 13, 2009
Investors with a long-term horizon could greatly benefit by some exposure to banks.

A 9.9% Government-Backed Yield
By Zacks Investment Research
Jan 02, 2009
Learn out how to how to capture a 9.9% yield that is backed by the Federal Government.

Low P/Es Are All the Rage
By Tracey Ryniec
Dec 29, 2008
Low P/Es: Back to the 1970s?

Purebreds and Fleabags
By Michael Vodicka
Dec 21, 2008
Zacks puts its spin on the Dow 30.

Capitalizing on the Infrastructure Stimulus
By Bill Wilton
Dec 12, 2008
With Obama's push for an economic stimulus through infrastructure, there are plenty of companies that are poised to reap the benefits.

Finding the Right Industry
By Alex Kolb
Dec 08, 2008
Take advantage of The Zack Industry Rank to see if you are investing in profitable industries.

My Deep Value Stock Screen
By Charles Rotblut
Nov 28, 2008
Even with the recent rally, there are still bargains, like the stocks recently found by my deep value screen.

Cash is King
By Tracey Ryniec
Nov 21, 2008
3 Stocks With Plenty of Cash and Little Debt

Yield To Higher Profits
By Michael Vodicka
Nov 14, 2008
Dividend stocks are in favor as yields have recently spiked higher.

Hell, Meet Handbasket
By Casey Research
Nov 10, 2008
Protecting your assets is mandatory to keep yourself financially safe in these tough times.

Not-So-Happy Holidays for Retailers
By Bill Wilton
Nov 03, 2008
Given the weak economy, consumer fears, and credit woes, even discount retailers aren't a bargain anymore.

Ride the Wave of Recovery When it Arrives
By Alex Kolb
Oct 27, 2008
Fundamentally strong, bargain stocks that are poised to gain a lot of upside territory in a market recovery include SPAR, FFH, TBSI and FWLT.

What is Growth and Income?
By Alex Kolb
Oct 20, 2008
Discover what makes a stock a solid Growth and Income play.

My Deep Value Stock Screen
By Charles Rotblut
Oct 10, 2008
Bargains are starting to exist, such as the stocks recently found by my deep value screen.

Gold: Safe Haven or a False Idol?
By Tracey Ryniec
Oct 03, 2008
Investors are flocking to gold during this time of financial crisis. But should they be?

Don't Build It, They Won't Come
By Michael Vodicka
Sep 29, 2008
The fundamentals say the housing market is far away from a recovery.

Getting Defensive in an Offensive Market
By Bill Wilton
Sep 19, 2008
Selecting stocks that can survive in any market climate

Revisiting Four Winning Strategies
By Alex Kolb
Sep 16, 2008
Learn about strategies that produced several outperformers, including four Zacks #1 Rank ("strong buy") stocks.

Healthy Profits From Healthcare Stocks
By Michael Vodicka
Sep 07, 2008
The healthcare sector carries the favor of inelastic demand.

Do Value Plays Still Exist in the Hot Alternative Energy Sector?
By Tracey Ryniec
Aug 29, 2008
These three alternative energy companies still manage to have solid value fundamentals in a red-hot sector.

It's Electric
By Alex Kolb
Aug 25, 2008
Discover three companies whose share price has been surging in a tough market and whose fundamentals are electrifying.

Energy Stocks vs. Financial Stocks
By Michael Vodicka
Aug 18, 2008
When it comes to earnings, these two sectors look very different from eachother.

As the Shippers Sink, Should You Jump Onboard?
By Tracey Ryniec
Aug 08, 2008
TNP, GNK, TBSI, and PRGN all beat estimates for the prior quarter as the shipping sector sees record profit.

What is Growth and Income Exactly?
By Alex Kolb
Aug 04, 2008
Knowing more about the style of an investment will help investors diversify more effectively.

Consulting Stocks Stay Strong
By Michael Vodicka
Jul 28, 2008
Consulting companies have been experiencing strong demand in this tough environment.

What if Al Gore's Plan Comes True?
By Tracey Ryniec
Jul 18, 2008
If fossil fuel energy is phased out, these three companies are positioned to step in.

The Story of Fannie and Freddie
By Alex Kolb
Jul 14, 2008
Trying to make sense out of all the Fannie and Freddie headlines? Learn about the latest news.

Float Yourself Some Profits
By Michael Vodicka
Jun 27, 2008
Get carried away with attractively valued shipping stocks.

Compound Your Returns with Value Stocks
By Tracey Ryniec
Jun 20, 2008
Short-term gains can add up to big returns when compounding is added to the mix.

Investing in Summer FUN-damentals
By Alex Kolb
Jun 16, 2008
With the official first day of summer around the corner, check out these summer plays.

The Power of Earnings Momentum
By Steve Reitmeister
Jun 06, 2008
Good earnings begets more good earnings begets higher share prices.

Investing in the Tried and True
By Tracey Ryniec
May 30, 2008
With 324 years of experience between them, these three companies are proving to be strong global players.

High Quality Fundamentals at Bargain Basement Prices
By Alex Kolb
May 19, 2008
You can't always judge a stock by its price. Discover low priced stocks that offer solid fundamentals.

Steeling Profits
By Michael Vodicka
May 09, 2008
Metal and mining stocks have been digging up great returns.

Is water the most vital resource for your portfolio?
By Tracey Ryniec
May 02, 2008
Companies that create innovative technologies to address water transportation and infrastructure concerns are coming up winners.

Looking for Winning Stocks?
By Alex Kolb
Apr 21, 2008
Learn about four stock screening strategies that are producing some strong performers.

Globalize Your Portfolio
By Michael Vodicka
Apr 11, 2008
ADR's offer investors a reliable mechasism to invest in international companies.

Markets got you down?
By Tracey Ryniec
Apr 04, 2008
Drown your sorrows in these brewing companies.

Pump-Up Your Returns with Exploration Companies
By Michael Vodicka
Mar 14, 2008
Exploration companies are posting huge gains, distinguising themselves from their industry peers.

Got Cabin Fever?
By Tracey Ryniec
Mar 07, 2008
Selling the dream vacation one click at a time.

Momentum Investing Methodology
By Michael Vodicka
Feb 22, 2008
Momentum Investing may not be the flavor of the week, but it is an essential component of any effective trading strategy.

Soybeans and Wheat and Corn - Oh My!
By Tracey Ryniec
Feb 15, 2008
Discover how to find value stock picks in the agriculture sector.

Unique Markets Present Unique Opportunities
By Michael Vodicka
Jan 29, 2008
The uncertainty in the markets has dragged down the stock prices of fundementally strong companies.

Investing In A Turbulent Market
By Charles Rotblut
Jan 17, 2008
GE provides a good example as to why you should stay invested in stocks, whereas FDO shows what you need to watch out for.

Profiting From Earnings Surprises
By Charles Rotblut
Jan 03, 2008
The initial spike in a stock's price is often just the start of an earnings surprise-realted upward move, as ALOG, BOBE, SSI and BTH showed.

Purebreds and Fleabags of the Dow
By Michael Vodicka
Dec 21, 2007
Using Zacks Research Wizard to beat the dogs of the dow.

Get Back On The Train
By Michael Vodicka
Dec 07, 2007
This screen identifies companies that have rebounded nicely from the recent sell-off.

The Gift of Profits
By Michael Vodicka
Nov 20, 2007
This strategy can help investors identify companies that are well positioned for strong holiday sales.

Identifying and Initiating on Dips
By Michael Vodicka
Nov 06, 2007
Buying dips in prices can provide preferred positioning to investors.

Attractive Dividend-Yielding Stocks
By Zacks Investment Research
Oct 18, 2007
The current market swings make dividend-yielding stocks more an option for many investors.

Dogs of the Dow
By Jim Licato
Oct 02, 2007
Learn about some of the current hounds that this investment strategy is producing.

Faster than a Speeding Bullet
By Jim Licato
Sep 11, 2007
Companies exhibiting rapid growth and attractive Zacks Ranks.

A Bountiful Yield
By Jim Licato
Aug 21, 2007
In times of market uncertainty, look toward dividend-paying stocks.

City of the Big Shoulders is also City of Big Profits
By Ryan Whitmore
Aug 17, 2007
Select Chicago-Area Companies with a Zacks #2 (Buy) Rank or Better.

A Wall Street Wizard
By Jim Licato
Aug 01, 2007
Examining the Oracle of Omaha's common stock holdings.

Jail House Stocks
By Ryan Whitmore
Jul 25, 2007
Great Opportunity for Private Prisons.

Clever Ticker Symbols
By Jim Licato
Jul 13, 2007
Stocks with clever ticker symbols have beaten the market by a substantial margin.

Navigate Your Portfolio Toward Profits
By Alex Kolb
Jul 06, 2007
Today?s mapping technology can pinpoint your destination and increase your returns at the same time.

Don?t Discount Brokerage Consolidation
By Ryan Whitmore
Jul 02, 2007
This Sector is Poised for More Acquisitions

Looking for Bargains?
By Alex Kolb
Jun 22, 2007
To find true bargains among value stocks, consider using the Zacks High Rank Value screening strategy.

Subprime Trims the Bulge Bracket
By Ryan Whitmore
Jun 19, 2007
Are the effects truly overblown?

Don't FOREget Dad
By Jim Licato
Jun 12, 2007
Companies TIEd to Father's Day in one way or another.

Will Sarkozy Reform Deliver Market Fortune?
By Ryan Whitmore
Jun 08, 2007
Maybe it's time to add a little Francia to your portfolio.

If the Shoe Fits...Invest
By Jim Licato
Jun 01, 2007
While out sole searching, these stocks should hit your radar.

Unfortunately, the Summer Driving Season Has Arrived
By Ryan Whitmore
May 29, 2007
Since higher gas prices are likely to stay a while, perhaps there are some opportunities available.

Into the "Wild" Blue Yonder
By Jim Licato
May 18, 2007
Investors looking for safety and stability should consider blue chip stocks.

Aim High with these Aerospace-Defense Picks
By Ryan Whitmore
May 15, 2007
The Defense & Aerospace sector has garnered attention due to strong quarterly earnings results and solid stock price performance.

Emerging Opportunities
By Jim Licato
May 08, 2007
Investing in emerging markets offers a world of opportunity.

For Today?s Athlete, The Future Is Now
By Ryan Whitmore
May 04, 2007
In recent years, a number of innovative products have changed the way we exercise.

Marriage Made in Heaven
By Jim Licato
Apr 27, 2007
When looking for undervalued companies, it would be wise to add ROE to your screen.

In The Money With US Futures Exchanges
By Ryan Whitmore
Apr 24, 2007
Everyone is looking to profit from the futures explosion and the US exchanges are at the epicenter of the movement.

For the Love of the Game
By Jim Licato
Apr 17, 2007
How to profit from the booming video game industry.

Riding the Rails With The Oracle of Omaha
By Ryan Whitmore
Apr 13, 2007
When Warren Buffett announced he was investing in three railroad companies, everyone sat up and took notice.

Major League Companies
By Jim Licato
Apr 05, 2007
Companies that are linked in some fashion to America's Pastime.

Swing Trading Value Stocks
By Charles Rotblut
Mar 30, 2007
Combining momentum trading with value investing is a money-making strategy.

Profiting from Affluenza
By Ryan Whitmore
Mar 27, 2007
These retailers are global luxury brands and they are helping Americans feel a little better about their quality of life.

Inflation-Proof Your Portfolio
By Jim Licato
Mar 23, 2007
Some stocks/industries tend to hold their own during times of inflationary concerns.

Market Madness
By Jim Licato
Mar 16, 2007
Companies that are tied to the hoopla of the NCAA tournament.

Ethanol Stocks for the Conservative Investor
By Ryan Whitmore
Mar 14, 2007
Investing in ethanol stocks can be risky, but there are quality names with strong fundamentals.

Dogs of the Dow
By Jim Licato
Mar 08, 2007
High-yield stocks trading at discounted valuations.


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