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dividends: Archive
Stocks are Going on Sale, Time to be Greedy While Others are Fearful?
by Shaun Pruitt
History shows that buying stocks when they "go on sale" during a down period can be extremely rewarding for investors.
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Bet on Big Oil Stocks as a Defensive Hedge Against Market Volatility?
by Shaun Pruitt
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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The 3 Best Performing S&P 500 Stocks of 2025 Q1
by Derek Lewis
Spoiler Alert: No technology stocks made the list. Wait, what?
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3 Dividend Stocks to Consider for a Market Rebound
by Shaun Pruitt
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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Seeking Income? These 3 AI Stocks Pay Dividends
by Derek Lewis
Several stocks involved closely in the AI trade shell out dividend payments, reflecting a nice opportunity for income-focused investors seeking to obtain exposure to the mania.
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3 Highly Ranked Consumer Food & Beverage Stocks to Consider: PPC, PRMB, PRRFY
by Shaun Pruitt
These consumer food and beverage stocks have made their way onto the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list and have hovered near 52-week peaks amid recent market volatility.
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3 Highly Ranked Energy Stocks to Buy with Generous Dividends: CAPL, CRGY, PAA
by Shaun Pruitt
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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Dividend Watch: 2 Top Ranked Companies Boosting Payouts
by Derek Lewis
Companies commonly boost payouts when business is fruitful, overall sending a positive message concerning the longer-term picture.
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Are High-Yield Dividend Stocks Best for Income-Focused Investors?
by Derek Lewis
Dividends come with many clear benefits, including a passive income stream and a shield against drawdowns in other positions.
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Buy Gilead Sciences (GILD) Stock at 52-Week Highs?
by Shaun Pruitt
Medical pioneer Gilead Sciences (GILD) has seen its stock etch out new 52-week highs as the broader market pulled back sharply in recent weeks.
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3 Dividend Kings Shaking Off Market Woes
by Derek Lewis
While the market throws its tariff tantrum, several long-established companies with years of operational success have seen their shares move higher, displaying relative strength.
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Buy Kroger or Albertsons Stock Amid Recent Market Volatility?
by Shaun Pruitt
Kroger (KR) and Albertsons (ACI) stock have hovered near 52-week highs with both acting as a defensive hedge against recent market volatility.
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3 Portfolio Worthy Stocks to Buy on the Dip: CLS, GE, JPM
by Shaun Pruitt
Pulling back from their 52-week highs, these top-rated stocks are viable options for long-term positions in the portfolio.
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Home Depot Vs. Lowe's Stock: Which is the Better Investment as Q4 Results Roll Out?
by Shaun Pruitt
Investors are getting more insight into the strength of the consumer and the home building market as Home Depot released its Q4 results this morning with Lowe's report scheduled for Wednesday, February 26.
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Don't Overlook These Top Dividend Stocks Under $20: KT, PAX, NUS
by Shaun Pruitt
Here are three top-rated Zacks stocks to consider under $20 with generous dividends.
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3 REIT Stocks to Buy with Dividends Over 8%: ABR, ALX, NLY
by Shaun Pruitt
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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3 Stocks That Can Benefit from Valentine's Day Momentum: AMZN, M, VSCO
by Shaun Pruitt
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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5 Top Stocks Paying Big Dividends
by Tracey Ryniec
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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Bull of the Day: Primerica (PRI)
by Bryan Hayes
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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3 Stocks to Watch After Pleasant EPS Surprises: ADP, FLEX, VFC
by Shaun Pruitt
Exceeding their quarterly expectations on Wednesday, here are three top-rated Zacks stocks to consider after posting pleasant EPS surprises.
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Bull of the Day: Sonoco Products (SON)
by Shaun Pruitt
Investors looking for shares of a company that has the remnants of a value stock with growth potential may want to consider Sonoco (SON).
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Bull of the Day: Sonoco Products (SON)
by Shaun Pruitt
Sonoco Products (SON) has the remnants of a value stock with growth potential.
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Buy GE Aerospace (GE) Stock After Strong Q4 Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
Able to crush Q4 earnings expectations last Thursday, let's see if it's time to buy GE Aerospace (GE) stock for more upside.
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3 Consistent Dividend Stocks to Buy for Passive Income
by Derek Lewis
Everybody loves dividends, essentially investors' form of payday. And these three companies have been growing their payouts for years on the back of strong operations.
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Nike Vs Adidas Stock: Which is the Better Investment for 2025?
by Shaun Pruitt
As we begin 2025, Nike (NKE) shares have hovered near 52-week lows while Adidas (ADDYY) stock is not far from its highs.
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