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Shaun Pruitt

Don't Overlook These Top-Rated Energy Stocks Ahead of Earnings

Attractive dividends and reasonable valuations make these Zacks Oils & Energy sector stocks intriguing with WTI Crude Oil still over $80 a barrel at the moment.

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Shaun Pruitt

Top Consumer Staples Aristocrats to Buy Amid Recent Market Volatility

The consumer staples sector has heavy representation on the dividends aristocrats list with several of these companies also being top-rated Zacks stocks at the moment and here are a few to consider.

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Shaun Pruitt

Now is an Opportunistic Time to Buy These Industrial Products Stocks

Several top-rated Zacks industrial products sector stocks stand out at the moment as these companies also hold spots on the coveted dividend aristocrats list.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy These Dividend Aristocrats Amid Recent Market Volatility

Now appears to be a good time to buy these top-rated dividend aristocrats as their reliable dividends and strengthening outlooks are reassuring for investors amid recent market volatility.

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Shaun Pruitt

Top Apparel Stocks to Buy on the Dip

Considering their stronger-than-expected outlooks, buying Lululemon (LULU), Guess (GES), or G-III Apparel Group's (GIII) stock any cheaper may be a gift as they look likely to outperform many of their peers and perhaps the broader market.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Goldman Sachs (GS) or BlackRock (BLK) Stock This Earnings Season?

With BlackRock (BLK) recently reporting its third-quarter results last Friday and Goldman Sachs (GS) set to release its Q3 report on Tuesday, let's see if now is a good time to buy stock in either of these finance leaders.

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Shaun Pruitt

Is There Enough Value to Buy CVS or Best Buy Stock for a Rebound?

When it comes to value investing, Best Buy (BBY) and CVS (CVS) stock should certainly be on investors' radars but is it time to buy?

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy These Top-Rated Finance Stocks Before Earnings?

Looking at next week's earnings lineup, there are a number of top-rated stocks from the Zacks Finance sector and here are a few to consider.

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Shaun Pruitt

Is There Opportunity in AT&T (T) or Verizon (VZ) Stock Near 52-week Lows?

AT&T (T) and Verizon's (VZ) stock are hovering near their 52-week lows and investors may be wondering if there is an opportunity here.

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Shaun Pruitt

Bull of the Day: National Fuel Gas Company (NFG)

Among stocks that look poised for a rebound, National Fuel Gas Company's (NFG) is one of the most intriguing landing a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and the Bull of the Day.

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Derek Lewis

3 Top-Ranked Stocks to Buy for High-Yield

High-yield stocks can allow investors to build cash piles quickly. Who doesn't enjoy payday?

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy These Popular High-Dividend Yielding Stocks?

Three stocks that are able to lure investors in with their lofty dividends are Simon Property Group (SPG), Altria (MO), and OneMain Holdings (OMF).

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Derek Lewis

3 Dividend Growers to Buy for Passive Income

Companies that consistently boost their dividend payouts reflect a successful and shareholder-friendly nature, opting to share a portion of profits with investors. And that's precisely what these three companies have done over the years.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Energy Stocks to Buy for Crude Oil Surge & Stellar Dividends

With WTI crude oil prices spiking 4% today and currently near $94 a barrel it's noteworthy that several Zacks Oils and Energy sector stocks are standing out with stellar dividend yields and the ability to benefit from the surging commodity price.

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Shaun Pruitt

Should Investors Buy General Electric or General Mills Stock Right Now?

Adding industry conglomerates to the portfolio is typically a sound decision and seeing if General Electric (GE) or General Mills (GIS) fit the bill is a worthy conversation.

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy these Highly Ranked Stocks Poised to Beat Earnings Expectations

Rising quarterly and annual earnings estimates are starting to make these companies stand out among their respective sectors with now looking like a great time to buy their stocks.

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Bryan Hayes

This Underappreciated Investment Is Yielding Over 7%

This top-performing company not only provides an above-average yield, but also recently hit a 52-week high.

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Derek Lewis

Seeking Income? 3 Top-Ranked Dividend Aristocrats to Buy

Many investors pivot to the Dividend Aristocrats when looking to generate an income stream. And recently, analysts have become bullish on these three.

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Derek Lewis

Dividend Watch: 3 Companies Boosting Payouts

Shareholders can receive many positive announcements, such as upgraded guidance or news of a hot acquisition. Of course, dividend raises also fall into this category.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Affordable Stocks to Buy for Exposure to the U.K.'s Economy

The risk to reward looks favorable for a few top-rated U.K.-based stocks that offer generous dividends.

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Derek Lewis

Seeking Income? 3 High-Yield Stocks to Buy

Dividend-paying stocks can allow investors to build a cash pile quickly. After all, isn't payday the best?

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Shaun Pruitt

4 Energy Stocks to Buy for Growth & Lofty Dividends

With crude prices remaining higher, these oil refiners and producers look poised to benefit and have stellar dividends to support investors.

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Ethan Feller

Powering Up Your Portfolio: 2 Utility Stocks Worth Investing in Today

Utility stocks can offer low volatility returns along with regular dividend payments

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Shaun Pruitt

Top-Rated Stocks to Buy from a Variety of Sectors After Earnings

Outside of popular names in headlines finding stocks that appear to be on a path to prosperity after reporting quarterly results is not always easy but here are several stocks from a variety of sectors that have become more intriguing.

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Bryan Hayes

How to Identify Winning Stocks During Market Pullbacks

Look for stocks that are holding up well through the increased volatility.

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