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dividends: Archive
Time to Buy the Pullback in These 3 Highly Ranked Dividend Stocks
by Shaun Pruitt
Among the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, quite a few stocks are starting to stand out in regard to their affordability and generous dividends.
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Time to Buy These Big Tobacco Stocks for Higher Highs?
by Shaun Pruitt
Big tobacco producers Altria Group (MO) and Philip Morris International (PM) have seen their stocks soar over +30% this year with both trading near 52-week highs.
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3 Consistent Dividend Growers to Buy for Passive Income: TSM, MO, CAH
by Derek Lewis
For those seeking companies with a consistent history of steady payouts, all three of these stocks fit the criteria. Who doesn't like payday?
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3 Highly Ranked REITs to Buy with Rate Cuts Ahead
by Shaun Pruitt
With the possibility of multiple rate cuts back on the table this year, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) may stand to benefit the most as these equities rely on debt to finance their operations and acquire properties.
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Bull of the Day: HCA Healthcare (HCA)
by Shaun Pruitt
The Zacks Medical-Hospital Industry is currently in the top 1% of over 250 Zacks industries and HCA Healthcare (HCA) stands out as the largest non-governmental operator of acute care hospitals in the United States.
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Bull of the Day: National Fuel Gas Company (NFG)
by Shaun Pruitt
At current levels, National Fuel Gas Company's (NFG) stock is certainly enticing as this Dividend King should offer defensive safety amid heightened market volatility.
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Time to Buy Stock in These Top Gold Miners as Markets Fall
by Shaun Pruitt
Investors may turn their attention to gold amid heightened market volatility with Friday's jobs report showing the US labor force cooled while the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, its highest peak since 2021.
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3 Utility Stocks to Buy for Defensive Safety Amid Heightened Market Volatility
by Shaun Pruitt
The utility sector may be one to consider amid heightened market volatility and the potential resurgence of broader economic fears. This is especially true after Friday's jobs report showed the US labor force continued to cool while the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, its highest peak since 2021.
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3 Standout Stocks of This Week's Busy Earnings Lineup
by Shaun Pruitt
In the most anticipated week of the Q2 earnings season, several top-rated Zacks stocks are standing out after exceeding their quarterly top and bottom line expectations on Tuesday.
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Stocks to Watch for a Potential Kamala Harris Presidency
by Shaun Pruitt
Let's discuss a few stocks and sectors that should be kept in mind for a potential Kamala Harris presidency as opposed to the Biden or Trump trade.
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Dip Buying Opportunity: 3 Leading Stocks to Buy Now
by Ethan Feller
Newmont, International Paper and Amazon offer investors a diversified approach to trading this market
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Bear of the Day: Hooker Furnishings (HOFT)
by Tracey Ryniec
It's tough in the furniture industry in 2024.
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3 Buy Rated Stocks to Consider After Earnings
by Shaun Pruitt
Favorable quarterly results from several buy-rated stocks have rolled in this week with now appearing to be an ideal time to invest in their growth.
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These 3 Stocks are Decade Long Outperformers
by Derek Lewis
Several factors have contributed to these 3 stocks' long-term outperformance, including consistent sales growth, margin expansion, and efficient capital deployment.
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Market Rotation: 3 High Quality Stocks to Catch this Epic Shift
by Ethan Feller
A major market shift is under way and Weatherford International, Philip Morris International and 3M may be winners going forward.
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Should Investors Buy JPMorgan or Citigroup's Stock as Q2 Earnings Approach?
by Shaun Pruitt
Let's see if now is a good time to buy JPMorgan (JPM) or Citigroup's (C) stock as their much-anticipated Q2 results approach on Friday, July 12.
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Like Dividends? 3 Tech Stocks Worth a Look: AAPL, ASML, AVGO
by Derek Lewis
For those interested in joining the Tech trade with an appetite for income, all three of these stocks fit the criteria. Who doesn't like payday?
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As Markets Near Record Highs, 3 Utility Stocks Flashing Buy
by Shaun Pruitt
With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq near record highs, it may be a good time to buy utility stocks which can serve as defensive investments during market corrections.
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Should Investors Buy Stock in These Payroll Processers After Friday's Jobs Report?
by Shaun Pruitt
Let's see if it's time to buy Automatic Data Processing (ADP) or Paychex's (PAYX) stock with Friday's jobs report showing US employers added 206,000 jobs in June which beat most analysts' expectations.
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Top Stocks to Consider After Cooler PCE Data
by Shaun Pruitt
On Friday, Core PCE, the Fed's preferred inflationary measure optimistically reflected a 0.1% uptick in May compared to a 0.3% increase in April.
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Like Dividend Aristocrats? Try These 3 Dividend Kings Stocks
by Derek Lewis
While the Dividend Aristocrats group is a favorite among income investors, a step above is the elite Dividend Kings group.
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Momentum Alert: 3 Top Ranked Stocks Leading the Market (APP, STEP, VST)
by Ethan Feller
AppLovin, StepStone Group and Vistra all boast strong momentum, top Zacks Ranks and reasonable valuations
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2 Top-Rated Stocks to Watch as Earnings Approach
by Shaun Pruitt
With the heart of the Q2 earnings season approaching, these stocks stand out ahead of their quarterly reports on Wednesday, June 26.
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3 Cheap Stocks to Buy for Growth & Value
by Shaun Pruitt
Rising earnings estimates are helping to make the case that these highly ranked stocks are indeed cheap with now looking like an ideal time to buy considering their attractive growth trajectories and reasonable valuations.
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3 Intriguing Auto Stocks to Buy Now
by Shaun Pruitt
Several auto stocks are starting to stand out as new additions to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list this week.
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