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Investment Ideas: Archive

Andrew Rocco

Gold Soars: Should Investors Chase?

The allure of gold's recent out performance is undeniable but the current technical indicators suggest that investors should not chase the shiny metal at these extended levels.

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Shaun Pruitt

Should Investors Buy the Spike in Netflix Stock After Q1 Earnings?

Netflix (NFLX) shares had spiked +3% in this morning's trading session as the streaming giant was able to impressively surpass its Q1 earnings expectations before the Easter Holiday last Thursday.

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Derek Lewis

3 Consumer Facing Reports to Watch This Week

Among the bunch scheduled to report this week are several consumer-facing companies, including Chipotle Mexican Grill, American Airlines, and Skechers. Guidance will be key.

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Andrew Rocco

Uber: Dominating Ride-Sharing and Delivery

Uber Technologies has morphed into a fundamental market leader with consistent profitability. In today's commentary, Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco profiles the ride-sharing leader.

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Ethan Feller

Regime Shift: 3 Unexpected Stocks Breaking Out Amid Uncertainty

As global markets are shaken West Japan Railway, EZCORP and MicroStrategy emerge as unlikely winning stocks

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Andrew Rocco

Tesla Earnings Call Looms Amid Mounting Pressures: 3 Key Questions

As the market braces for Tesla's earnings report, the confluence of tariff pressures, political headwinds, and uncertainty surrounding the Robotaxi launch create a formidable challenge for the EV giant.

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Benjamin Rains

Buy This Market-Crushing Tech Stock Down 20% for Huge AI Upside

AI tech stock Cadence is holding its ground at some key technical levels, and it might be ready to break out of a holding pattern if its first quarter 2025 earnings results and guidance impress on Monday, April 28.

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Ethan Feller

From Boring to Booming: What's Behind the Insurance Stock Rally

International insurance stocks such as Allianz, Sompo Holdings, Munich Re and Swiss Re have been push new highs as the broad market explores new lows

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy These Defensive Stocks After Beating Earnings Expectations?: ACI, JNJ

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and Albertsons Companies' (ACI) stock have provided a pleasant hedge against market volatility and were able to exceed their quarterly expectations on Wednesday.

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Derek Lewis

3 Stocks Flashing Bullish Momentum

While the market continues to digest tariff headlines and other economic developments, UnitedHealth, Newmont, and Sprouts Farmers Market have all been climbing higher.

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Andrew Rocco

Netflix Earnings Preview: A Diamond in the Magnificent 7 Rough

While most "Magnificent 7" stocks have experienced significant declines amidst Wall Street's volatile start to 2025, Netflix stands out as a resilient performer ahead of its upcoming Q1 earnings report on Thursday, April 17th.

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Ethan Feller

AI, Bitcoin & Gaming: 2025 Major Opportunities (PLTR, MSTR, TTWO)

Palantir Technologies, TakeTwo Interactive Software and MicroStrategy represent three of the most compelling opportunities in the market today

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Bryan Hayes

Sidestepping Tariff Noise: TJ Maxx Parent Hits All-Time High

Given the retailer's advantaged position, it's no surprise that TJX stock is flourishing this year.

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Derek Lewis

Key Large Cap Reports to Watch This Week

The 2025 Q1 earnings season picks up considerably this week, with large-cap companies Progressive and UnitedHealth helping to headline the reporting docket. What can investors expect?

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Derek Lewis

Are Netflix Shares Being Overlooked?

Shares have gained more than 50% over the past year on the back of strong quarterly results. Has anybody been watching?

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Derek Lewis

Insider Trading: 3 CEOs Recently Buying Shares

Many investors closely monitor insider buys, looking to receive insights into the longer-term picture. It's important to remember that insiders' holding periods are longer than most, and many strict rules apply.

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Benjamin Rains

2 Nuclear Energy Stocks Down at Least 25% to Buy and Hold Forever

Exploring two great nuclear energy stocks that have fallen at least 25% from their highs--BWX Technologies and Cameco--to consider buying amid the market downturn and holding for long-term gains.

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Shaun Pruitt

These Construction & Industrial Products Stocks Are Poised to Soar: EME, MTH, STRL

Among the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, several construction sector stocks may be poised to soar as we progress through the spring and summer.

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Shaun Pruitt

Is Target (TGT) Stock Getting too Cheap to Ignore?

Trading near multi-year lows and 47% from its 52-week high, Target (TGT) stock is surely catching investors' attention as a buy-the-dip prospect.

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Derek Lewis

Seeking Income? 3 High Yield Stocks Worth a Look

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

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Andrew Rocco

Wall Street's Wild Ride: What Tuesday's Rally Means for Investors

While many beaten-down stocks registered large bounces yesterday, the immediate path ahead is murky for investors, at best. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco explains.

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Andrew Rocco

Apple Retreats to Rare, Long-Term Value Zone

All stocks eventually succumb to gravity, and Apple is no different. However, yesterday, the stock retreated to a level that has held for more than two decades.

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Benjamin Rains

Plenty of Time to Buy the Dip: Top Tech Stocks Still Down 30% and 50% to Buy

Investors didn't miss their chance to buy stocks at significant discounts. The two tech standouts we dive into today--TSMC and Vertiv--are still trading 30% and 50% below their respective highs.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Broadcom (AVGO) Stock as Markets Rip Higher

Added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on Wednesday, Broadcom's (AVGO) stock is standing out as markets ripped higher on news that President Trump will temporarily rescind reciprocal tariffs on many countries outside of China.

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Derek Lewis

Critical Quarterly Reports to Watch This Earnings Season

Though they're scheduled a bit away, the reports of both NVIDIA and Walmart reflect critically important releases. Given recent economic developments, have analysts become bearish?

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