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dividend-investing: Archive
3 Tech Stocks to Buy for Income and Growth: ROP, MU, GOOGL
by Derek Lewis
For those interested in obtaining a blend of income and growth, Roper Technologies, Micron Technology, and Alphabet fit the criteria nicely.
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What You Should Know About Dividend Paying Stocks
by Derek Lewis
Dividend payments are essentially investors' versions of paydays. But what should investors know about dividend-paying stocks?
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3 Tech Stocks to Buy for Income
by Derek Lewis
Dividend-paying stocks aren't always from 'boring' sectors, as many tech companies reward their shareholders with quarterly payouts.
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3 Highly Ranked Energy Stocks to Buy for Sound Growth & Value
by Shaun Pruitt
When it comes to growth and value, SM Energy (SM), Vitesse Energy (VTS), and Geopark (GPRK) are three of the most appealing stocks to consider at the moment.
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Dividend Watch: 3 Companies Boosting Payouts
by Derek Lewis
Dividends soften the blow from drawdowns in other positions, provide more than one way to reap a return from an investment, and allow maximum returns through dividend reinvestment.
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Defensive Stocks to Consider Amid Jamie Dimon's Concern for a Large Market Correction
by Shaun Pruitt
Often asked for his economic opinion and outlook, JPMorgan Chase (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon alluded to concerns of a broader economic slowdown and the possibility of a large stock market correction while speaking with Bloomberg on Thursday.
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Amazon Climbs Above 2021 Highs: Time to Buy the E-Commerce Giant?
by Bryan Hayes
Growing momentum in AWS and expanding investments in generative AI are major tailwinds for Amazon.
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Bull of the Day: Nexstar Media Group (NXST)
by Shaun Pruitt
After exceeding lofty earnings expectations for Q1, Nexstar's (NSXT) stock looks very enticing in terms of growth and offers sound value to investors as the largest television station owner in the United States.
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Why Dividend ETFs Deserve a Place in Your Portfolio
by Neena Mishra
We discuss dividend growth and high-income strategies.
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These Secret Winners of the AI Boom are Flying Under the Radar
by Bryan Hayes
The artificial intelligence hype reaches far beyond big tech.
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Dividend Watch: 3 Companies Boosting Payouts
by Derek Lewis
Companies with a history of consistent dividend payouts are prime considerations for income-focused investors, reflecting their commitment to shareholders. And recently, these three companies announced boosts to their quarterly payouts.
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Time to Buy These Top Gold Mining Stocks Amid Recent Market Volatility
by Shaun Pruitt
With gold traditionally acting as a hedge against inflation, investors may be eying stocks that give exposure to the commodity amid recent market volatility.
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3 Finance Stocks to Consider as Earnings Approach
by Shaun Pruitt
Several top-rated finance stocks stand out ahead of their Q1 reports on Monday, April 22, and now may be a good time to buy.
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3 Top Rated Stocks to Buy After Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates
by Shaun Pruitt
Reconfirming their favorable earnings outlook, these companies surpassed Q1 bottom line expectations this week making now a suitable time to invest.
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3 Affordable REITs to Buy While Others Are Fearful
by Shaun Pruitt
Earnings estimate revisions have risen for several affordable REITs that have made their way onto the coveted Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list.
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Time to Buy These Highly Ranked Stocks as Markets Selloff
by Shaun Pruitt
Another month of hot inflationary data was the catalyst for today's broader market selloff but here are two highly ranked Zacks stocks that were able to withstand the pullback and should serve as viable buy-the-dip candidates if the opportunity is presented.
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Income Investing: 3 High-Yield Buy-Rated Stocks Worth a Look
by Derek Lewis
When it comes to high-yield stocks with bright outlooks, all three of these could appear very attractive to income-focused investors. Who doesn't like payday?
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Time to Buy Stock in These Highly Ranked Multi-Sector Conglomerates
by Shaun Pruitt
Attributed to their positive earnings estimate revisions these multi-sector conglomerates currently sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
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How to Create a Stock Portfolio that Pays $100 a Month
by Tracey Ryniec
Forget buying a CD. Here's how to set yourself up with individual stocks that will net you passive income.
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Top Stocks to Buy Amid Recent Market Volatility
by Shaun Pruitt
Amid recent market volatility, here are three highly ranked stocks that should have more upside and serve as viable buy-the-dip candidates if the opportunity is presented.
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Top Momentum Stocks Supported by Sizeable Dividends
by Shaun Pruitt
Accompanying their lucrative dividends these stocks are enjoying positive earnings estimate revisions and currently sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) along with an "A" Zacks Style Scores grade for Momentum.
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Don't Overlook These Top Retail Stocks After Earnings
by Shaun Pruitt
Retailers are starting to benefit from a more stable inflationary environment with Guess (GES) and Signet Jewelers (SIG) being two retail stocks that investors shouldn't overlook after their favorable Q4 results.
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Seeking Income? Don't Ignore These 3 Dividend Aristocrats
by Derek Lewis
When it comes to dividend-paying stocks, Dividend Aristocrats are unmatched. For those seeking income, these three are worth a look.
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Markets Dip but it's Time to Buy These Low-Risk High-Income Stocks
by Shaun Pruitt
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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Bull of the Day: Kaiser Aluminum (KALU)
by Shaun Pruitt
Having a cunning edge in the fabrication of specialty aluminum products, Kaiser Aluminum (KALU) is one of the most intriguing industrial products stocks at the moment.
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