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Best Shareholder Yield Stocks to Navigate Iran War and Inflation Risks
by Indrajit Bandyopadhyay
SPG, YUMC and CION stand out as high shareholder-yield stocks as the Iran war drives oil higher, stoking inflation fears and market volatility.
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Bull of the Day: The Hershey Co. (HSY)
by Bryan Hayes
Hershey continues to showcase the resilience of its brands and business model.
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2 Big Tobacco Stocks to Buy Amid Recent Market Volatility: BTI, PM
by Shaun Pruitt
Big tobacco stocks tend to be relatively attractive during recessions because demand for cigarettes is unusually stable, cash flows remain strong, and they attract investors with high dividend yields.
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Buy Hershey (HSY) Stock on the Dip for Defensive Safety?
by Shaun Pruitt
Hershey's stock offers reliable defensive positioning thanks to its stable cash flows, iconic brands, and consistent consumer demand even during economic downturns.
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Is Costco (COST) a 'Buy' Ahead of Its Upcoming Earnings Announcement?
by Bryan Hayes
The company surpassed the earnings mark in three of the last four quarters.
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Is There Opportunity in Private Credit Stocks or Still Too Much Risk?
by Shaun Pruitt
Investing in the private credit market can offer high yields, but the downside risks are real and increasingly visible.
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Hideout in the Energy Sector? Here are the Top Oil Stocks to Watch
by Shaun Pruitt
The energy sector is the top-performing sector this year, boosted by a nearly 30% surge in crude prices amid disruptions in the Middle East.
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Why Lockheed Martin & Palantir Technologies Should Be in Your Portfolio Right Now
by Shaun Pruitt
Lockheed Martin and Palantir offer distinct but complementary reasons to be in investors' portfolios right now, especially in an environment shaped by rising geopolitical tensions.
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Lowe's Slips as Company Offers Mixed Guidance Despite Double-Beat Report
by Bryan Hayes
Home improvement retailer reports suggest that while challenges remain around high rates and economic uncertainty, the worst of the housing slowdown may be behind us.
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Don't Overlook These Top Stocks After Q4 EPS Beats: ALSN, BWXT, VIV, VVX
by Shaun Pruitt
Several top-rated Zacks stocks are standing out from a variety of sectors after exceeding Q4 EPS expectations on Monday.
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