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Investment Ideas: Archive

Andrew Rocco

Should you Bet on DraftKings this March Madness?

DraftKings emerges as a compelling investment opportunity amidst the expanding landscape of online sports entertainment and gambling.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy These Top-Rated Solar Industry Stocks for a Rebound

Naturally, a more stable inflationary environment is critical for solar industry stocks and many of these equities look poised for an extended rebound with potential rate cuts looming this year.

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Bryan Hayes

This Sector Triggers a Powerful 'Buy' Signal

The majority of leading stocks are usually in leading sectors.

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Shaun Pruitt

Battle of the Super AI Chips: Time to Buy Nvidia or AMD's Stock?

Investors may once again be pondering if it's time to buy the recent dip in Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD's (AMD) stock as semiconductor development for artificial intelligence remains in high demand.

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Andrew Rocco

Time to be "Overweight" Viking Therapeutics

A rising obesity rate and the desire for a quick fix are driving the burgeoning weight loss industry. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco explains why VKTX stands to benefit the most.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy These Top-Rated Basic Materials Stocks Amid an Uptick in Inflationary Data

An uptick in inflation can of course be beneficial to many basic materials companies as they are often able to capitalize on higher commodity prices.

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Andrew Rocco

3 of the Latest (& Most Important) AI Innovations

The AI-revolution is in its early innings, but innovation and disruption are increasing dramatically. For investors, it is important to track the industry climate, as often, these innovations lead to the next big stock market winners.

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Derek Lewis

3 Buy-Rated Stocks Enjoying Supercharged Growth

Growth investors have been rewarded nicely over the last year amid the market's remarkable run, reflecting an overall change in sentiment. And for those looking to tap into the strategy, these three stocks fit the criteria nicely.

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Andrew Rocco

Turbulence Plagues Boeing (BA)

Safety and quality concerns have overshadowed Boeing's once-storied reputation. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco discusses how the company faces mounting challenges. (Video included)

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Derek Lewis

Are These 3 Beaten-Down S&P 500 Members Worth a Look?

The market has enjoyed a fantastic run in 2024, building nicely on last year???s gains. But not all have joined the party, specifically these three. Deep in the red year-to-date, are they worth a look?

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Andrew Rocco

U.S. Equities: Does a Pullback Loom?

Thus far, 2024 equity markets have overwhelmingly favored the bulls. However, even the strongest bull markets endure pullbacks and consolidations.

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Shaun Pruitt

Markets Dip but it's Time to Buy These Low-Risk High-Income Stocks

Now may be an ideal time to buy these lower-risk, high-income stocks especially as markets start to digest hot inflationary data.

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Derek Lewis

Buyback Bonanza: 3 Companies Scooping Up Shares

We've seen many companies unveil additional or fresh buyback programs in 2024, including these three. Analysts are bullish on the bunch, with each sporting a favorable Zacks Rank.

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Ethan Feller

The Magnificent 8? A Case for Netflix Joining the Group

Netflix stock was a former leader that has fallen under the radar

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Bryan Hayes

Medical Devices ETF Hits 52-Week High: Stocks to Watch

Historically viewed as a defensive area, health care also boasts many growth aspects and benefits from advances in technology.

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Shaun Pruitt

Are These High Growth, High Dividend-Yielding Stocks on Your Radar?

Among the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, several companies are standing out in terms of their growth and high dividend yields, adding more value to their stocks.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 Promising Technology Services Stocks to Buy After Earnings

DocuSign's (DOCU) free cash flow growth and the rapid improvement in Marvell Technology's (MRVL) data center revenue are very appealing at the moment.

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Derek Lewis

3 Powerful Examples of the Zacks Rank

The Zacks Rank harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions, helping investors in both good and bad markets. Here are three examples of how powerful the system can be.

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Ethan Feller

The Magnificent Three: Unveiling the Top Performers Among Tech Titans

Among the magnificent seven, three stocks are truly standouts

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Andrew Rocco

5 Reasons Chinese Equities Have Bottomed

Despite recent challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, a real estate crisis, and a sluggish economy leading to significant under performance in Chinese equities over the past few years, there are indications that the Chinese market may be bottoming out.

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Shaun Pruitt

These Retail Apparel Stocks are Standing Out in Terms of Growth & Value This Earnings Season

Investors looking for stocks with sound value and attractive growth prospects may want to take a look at the retail sector at the moment.

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Shaun Pruitt

Keep an Eye on this Historically Hot Retail Stock as Earnings Approach

With its fiscal third quarter results approaching on Monday, March 11, investors will certainly want to watch Casey's General Stores (CASY) stock.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 High Growth Stocks to Buy After Earnings This Week

Reporting their fourth quarter results this week, Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) and CrowdStrike (CRWD) reconfirmed they have the expansion efforts that investors look for.

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Derek Lewis

Do These 2 Stocks Belong in the Magnificent 7?

The group's performance as a whole has been remarkable over the last year, leading the market. But two of the members have seen their shares slack, raising questions surrounding their status in the elite club. Should they be kicked out?

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Andrew Rocco

Real World vs. Theoretical Investing: Part 2

Investing in the real-world and investing in theory are worlds apart. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco provides the details you need to know to succeed and profit in the real-world.

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