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dividend-investing: Archive
Bull of the Day: Rio Tinto (RIO)
by Shaun Pruitt
The Mining-Miscellaneous Industry is currently in the top 30% of over 248 Zacks Industries and Rio Tinto's (RIO) stock is standing out with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and overall "A" VGM grade for the combination of Value, Growth, and Momentum.
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Time to Buy These 3 Dividend Kings
by Shaun Pruitt
Here are three of the highest-ranked Dividend Kings at the moment who have raised their dividends for at least 50 consecutive years.
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3 Highly Ranked Stocks with Dividend Yields Over 7%
by Shaun Pruitt
The rising earnings estimate revisions are a great sign that these companies are benefiting from a strong business environment which should lead to more upside in their stocks along with the passive income.
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Weathering the Economic Storm: This Highly-Ranked Stock Has Flourished
by Bryan Hayes
The bullish price action is a sign of strength as this company looks to continue its momentum in the months and years ahead.
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3 Soon-To-Be Dividend Aristocrats
by Derek Lewis
Dividend payouts boost any portfolio, providing a passive income stream and limiting the impact of drawdowns in other positions. And when it comes to the top dividend-paying stocks, Dividend Aristocrats are in a league of their own.
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Keep these 3 Stocks on Your Buy List After the Market Selloff
by Shaun Pruitt
The broader selloff in markets this week is creating opportunities and here are three stocks that investors should keep an eye on.
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Should Investors Buy Bristol Myers or CVS Stock Near 52-week Lows?
by Shaun Pruitt
Investors are often on the lookout for strong companies that may be undervalued and present lucrative long-term opportunities.
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3 Stocks to Buy for Consistent Dividend Growth
by Ethan Feller
Some of these companies have been around for over 100 years and have seen all imaginable economic environments
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Reap Monthly Income With This Combination of 3 Stocks
by Derek Lewis
While most stocks pay quarterly dividends, investors can still construct a portfolio that allows them to get paid monthly if they position themselves carefully. Who doesn't like payday?
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Bull of the Day: UBS Group AG (UBS)
by Bryan Hayes
This highly-ranked stock has vastly outperformed its financial peers.
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Popular Sports Retailer Surges to All-Time High on Earnings Beat
by Bryan Hayes
The stock has more than doubled off of last year's lows, hitting an all-time high in the process.
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This Underappreciated Investment Is Yielding Over 7%
by Bryan Hayes
This strategy not only provides investors with above-average income, but also has the ability to produce significant price appreciation.
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What Target Earnings State About the U.S. Consumer
by Bryan Hayes
While retail management remains cautious about the outlook this year, a strong consumer along with healthy economic activity bode well for the remainder of 2023.
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Value vs. Growth: 3 Stocks Investors Should Buy for Each Style
by Ethan Feller
Growth leads value so far this year, but will it continue...
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3 Top Ranked Oil and Gas Stocks for Investors to Buy Today
by Ethan Feller
Over the last year, energy has been the best performing sector in the market. High oil prices have been the major catalyst pushing energy stocks higher, and there are several factors keeping prices elevated
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A Proven Market Leader - In Good Times and Bad
by Bryan Hayes
There aren't many stocks that have consistently outperformed the market in both bullish and bearish settings.
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Should Investors Buy Home Depot or Walmart Stock Before Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
Home Depot (HD) and Walmart's (WMT) Q4 earnings reports on Tuesday, February 21, will give investors a broader glimpse of how the economy is currently affecting consumers.
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Time to Buy Deere (DE) Stock with Earnings Approaching?
by Shaun Pruitt
As one of the larger components of the S&P 500 and the world's largest producer of agricultural equipment Deere's Q1 earnings are much anticipated.
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agriculture construction dividend-investing dividends earnings industrial-products
3 Utility Stocks to Buy for a Hedge Against Inflation
by Ethan Feller
The CPI component with the second highest YoY inflation was Utilities, at a whopping 26.7%
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How to Identify Stocks with the Best Profit Potential
by Bryan Hayes
Here's how to narrow down the investment universe to leading stocks poised for explosive growth.
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3 Low-Beta Stocks for a Defensive Approach
by Derek Lewis
Low-beta stocks are less sensitive to the market's movements, helping provide investors with a valuable level of stability and defense. And these 3 have seen their earnings outlooks drift higher.
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3 Tech Stocks Suited Nicely for Income Investors
by Derek Lewis
With technology stocks staging a rebound in 2023, those with an appetite for income may be seeking exposure to the sector. These 3 stocks provide precisely that, all currently boasting annual dividend yields above 2%.
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Buy Coca-Cola Stock Before Earnings After Pepsi's Solid Q4 Report?
by Shaun Pruitt
Pepsi's solid Q4 report may very well be an indication that Coca-Cola may give a positive quarterly report as well.
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Time to Buy Halliburton and BP Stock After Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
There are many quality investment options among the broader Zacks Oils & Energy sector and two companies that stand out for their attractive stock price and valuation are BP (BP) and Halliburton (HAL).
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This Portfolio of 3 Dividend Aristocrats Pays Monthly
by Derek Lewis
By targeting companies that pay out dividends in different months, investors can construct a portfolio that allows them to reap monthly income. Who doesn't love payday?
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