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dividend-investing: Archive
Did McDonald's Q1 Results Reinforce Its Case as a Portfolio Cornerstone?
by Shaun Pruitt
McDonald's is standing out in what it calls a challenging macroeconomic environment, as consumers, especially lower-income households, are pulling back on discretionary spending.
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Chevron vs. Exxon: Which is the Better Investment After Strong Q1 Results?
by Shaun Pruitt
With crude prices hovering above $100 per barrel, investors may be wondering which oil giant is the better investment after their stronger-than-expected Q1 results.
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Bull of the Day: Dow Inc. (DOW)
by Shaun Pruitt
Known for its cyclical but lucrative earnings potential, Dow Inc. is benefiting from major disruptions in the global chemical supply chain.
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UPS vs. FedEx Stock: Which Has the Edge as the Earnings Season Heats Up
by Shaun Pruitt
With tariff worries fading, FedEx delivered strong quarterly results last month and now Wall Street is watching to see whether UPS can match that performance this week.
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Don't Overlook These Top Bank Stocks After Crushing Q1 EPS Expectations: BSVN, CHMG
by Shaun Pruitt
Strong dividend yields and an improving industry outlook make these under-the-radar bank stocks increasingly appealing.
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Top Affordable REITs to Boost Your Portfolio Income
by Shaun Pruitt
Several affordable REITs with high dividend yields have made their way onto the coveted Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list.
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The Best High-Yielding Oil Stocks to Buy on the Dip
by Shaun Pruitt
Crude prices fell sharply after the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, but it may be time to buy the dip in these high-yielding oil stocks.
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Buy UnitedHealth or Humana Stock as Medicare Advantage Rates Increase?
by Shaun Pruitt
A much larger-than-expected increase in Medicare Advantage payment rates triggered a broad relief rally across health insurer stocks on Monday, with UnitedHealth and Humana leading the way.
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Don't Overlook These Highly Ranked Dividend Stocks: LCUT, KRT, MGA, SFD
by Shaun Pruitt
The trend of positive EPS revisions suggests these highly ranked dividend stocks may be positioned for further gains.
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4 Stocks to Watch from the Top-Rated Security & Safety Services Industry
by Shaun Pruitt
EPS estimates for security and safety services stocks are rising as demand for physical security, cybersecurity, and workplace safety has started to accelerate.
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