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Shaun Pruitt

FedEx Vs UPS: Which Delivery Services Stock is the Better Buy the Dip Target?

As potential buy-the-dip targets, FedEx (FDX) and UPS (UPS) stock are very appealing in terms of value.

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Shaun Pruitt

Global Partners (GLP), a Top Stock to Buy Amid the Spike in Oil Prices

Operating one of the largest terminal networks of refined petroleum products in the Northeastern United States, Global Partners (GLP) is an appealing stock to consider amid the sharp spike in crude oil prices.

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Shaun Pruitt

Don't Overlook These Construction & Infrastructure Stocks: BLFBY, VCISY

Trading near 52-week highs, Balfour Beatty (BLFBY) and Vinci (VCISY) stock appear to have more upside and offer generous dividends.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 Transportation Stocks to Buy for Higher Highs: CPA, ESEA

Hitting new 52-week peaks in June, what makes these top-rated transportation stocks stand out the most is their generous dividends, especially considering they look poised to reach higher highs.

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Derek Lewis

Seeking a Payday? 3 Dividend Kings Worth a Look: PM, AFL, EMR

These companies have shown incredible resilience historically, surviving through many economic periods while also continuously increasingly rewarding shareholders.

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Derek Lewis

These 2 Tech Titans Generate Substantial Cash: MSFT & AAPL

Companies with strong cash-generating abilities are great targets, as they have the ability to fuel growth, pay out dividends, and easily wipe out debt.

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy the Dip in these Intriguing REITs: DBRG, IVR, NYMT

Investors looking for potential bargains amid the stock market's rebound may want to consider several REITs that have made their way onto the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list.

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy AT&T or Verizon Stock if Market Volatility Resurges?

Benefiting from strong demand for their wireless and broadband services, AT&T (T) and Verizon (VZ) stock have provided a pleasant hedge against market volatility this year.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 Auto Stocks to Consider for a Rebound: AAP, F

While both companies have faced headwinds in recent years, Advance Auto Parts (AAP) and Ford (F) stock could be in store for a sharp rebound at some point.

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Tracey Ryniec

Are Your Mega-High Stock Dividends Safe?

Tracey Ryniec, Zacks Senior Stock Strategist, and Bryan Hayes, editor of Zacks Income Investor newsletter, discuss 5 popular stocks with high dividend yields. Can the dividend be trusted?

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Stocks to Watch as Trump Reaches Trade Deal with the U.K.: BP, NOMD, RYCEY

Several British ADRs are standing out and may be worthy of investors' consideration, with President Trump reaching a trade deal with the U.K. on Thursday.

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Shaun Pruitt

Buy Pfizer (PFE) Stock for a Rebound After Crushing Q1 EPS Expectations?

Pfizer (PFE) shares spiked 3% in Tuesday's trading session as the pharmaceutical giant was able to crush its Q1 earnings expectations.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Finance Stocks with Great ROE and Generous Dividends

Making their way onto the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, several finance sector stocks are standing out with great ROE and generous dividends.

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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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Shaun Pruitt

Still Time to Buy Coca-Cola Stock as a Defensive Hedge?

Coca-Cola (KO) stock hit a 52-week peak of $73 a share last Thursday and is sitting on +9% gains this year compared to the S&P 500's 14% decline.

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Shaun Pruitt

Bet on Big Oil Stocks as a Defensive Hedge Against Market Volatility?

With crude oil prices rising to over $70 a barrel again, the energy sector has been the best-performing subsector of the S&P 500 this year.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Dividend Stocks to Consider for a Market Rebound

Magnifying the trend of positive earnings estimate revisions for these highly ranked stocks is their attractive dividends, which are reassuring as investors hope the broader market will continue to stabilize and rebound.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Highly Ranked Energy Stocks to Buy with Generous Dividends: CAPL, CRGY, PAA

Among the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, several stocks are standing out from the oils & energy sector with generous dividend yields over 3%.

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Derek Lewis

Are High-Yield Dividend Stocks Best for Income-Focused Investors?

Dividends come with many clear benefits, including a passive income stream and a shield against drawdowns in other positions.

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Shaun Pruitt

Don't Overlook These Top Dividend Stocks Under $20: KT, PAX, NUS

Here are three top-rated Zacks stocks to consider under $20 with generous dividends.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 REIT Stocks to Buy with Dividends Over 8%: ABR, ALX, NLY

Here are three highly ranked REITs to consider with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and annual dividend yields over 8%.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Stocks That Can Benefit from Valentine's Day Momentum: AMZN, M, VSCO

Amazon, Macy???s, and Victoria's Secret's stock will be worth keeping an eye on in the coming weeks as they may be capitalizing on Valentine's Day.

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Tracey Ryniec

5 Top Stocks Paying Big Dividends

Tracey Ryniec, Zacks Senior Stock Strategist, screened for Zacks Strong Buy and Buy stocks that also paid dividend yields over 4%.

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Bryan Hayes

Bull of the Day: Primerica (PRI)

The company's business model makes it well-positioned to cater to the middle-income market's increased demand for financial security.

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