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Much Hotter Nonfarm Payrolls in January

Much Hotter Nonfarm Payrolls in January.

Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Chevron or Altria Stock After Announcing Buybacks?

Several companies have announced buybacks this earnings season, increasing their share repurchase programs. The most notable companies implementing lucrative buybacks are oil and gas giant Chevron (CVX) and big tobacco producer Altria (MO).

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Derek Lewis

These 3 Companies Can't Get Enough of Their Own Stock

Stock buybacks, also known as share repurchase programs, are a common strategy we see implemented by companies to boost shareholder value. With these companies buying, it raises a valid question: Are shares undervalued?

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Derek Lewis

3 Top Large-Caps With Big Growth

While large-caps generally don't enjoy breakneck growth anymore, all three of these companies could be seen as exceptions, all expected to grow their earnings by at least 9% in their current fiscal years. For the cherry on top, their earnings outlooks have recently drifted higher.

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Derek Lewis

Defense Wins Ballgames; 3 Top Picks for a Defensive Approach

I'm willing to bet many have heard the saying "defense wins ballgames" from an old coach or anybody interested in sports. However, it doesn't just apply to sports; investors can also use this ideology in their stock selection process.

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Derek Lewis

Checking In on Tesla Shares

After embarking on a monumental run over the last decade, the music was shut off for Tesla shares in 2022, with a harsh macroeconomic backdrop playing spoilsport all year. How does the company currently stack up?

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Bryan Hayes

Why Alibaba Shares Are Surging

Regulatory approval points to a potential softening between Chinese authorities and the country's tech giants.

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Andrew Rocco

Wednesday Recap: Minty Fresh Breadth

Breadth is an important measure used by investors to determine how strong or weak a market index is beneath the surface. Tuesday, the market flashed very strong breadth - an indication that bulls may be ready to take back the baton.

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Bryan Hayes

Why 2023 May Surprise the Masses

There are some powerful historical statistics on the side of the bulls that are now coming into play.

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Bryan Hayes

A Low-Risk FedEx Options Play into Earnings

We can't control the direction of the market, but we can control how we react to what the market gives us.

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Andrew Rocco

Surviving Market Volatility: 3 Low Beta Stocks to Consider

When the market speeds up, the best thing you can do is slow down. Today we dissect how investors should navigate volatile markets and present 3 low beta stocks to consider.

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Swayta Shah

3 Major Regional Banks Worth a Look Despite Recession Risk

The Zacks Major Regional Banks will benefit from the Fed's aggressive interest rate hikes and decent loan demand. Business restructuring and digitization also offer support. On these favorable factors, industry players like JPM, BAC & C are worth a look.

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Bryan Hayes

Simplify Your Investing Process Using This Top-Down Approach

Letting the market guide us rather than trying to predict what will happen is the most prudent course of action.

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Derek Lewis

Pivot to a Defensive Approach With These 3 Top Stocks

Comments from a relatively less-hawkish Jerome Powell last week relieved the market, but that euphoric feeling has seemingly faded.

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David Bartosiak

Bull of the Day: Titan Machinery (TITN)

Heavy equipment sales are ticking up.

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Bryan Hayes

How Markets Have Fared Under a Divided Congress

Markets typically applaud the 'certainty' that comes with a split Congress.

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Derek Lewis

3 Top-Ranked Stocks up More Than 25% The Past Month

While the market charges ahead on a better-than-expected inflation report, several currently top-ranked stocks are quietly crushing the market over the last month. Their earnings outlooks suggest that much more could be left in the tank.

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Bryan Hayes

This Leading Auto Company Has Navigated the Bear Market with Ease

The stock is currently hitting an all-time high, a sign of strength as most stocks continue to hover in bear market territory.

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Derek Lewis

3 Top-Ranked Medical Stocks Lapping the S&P 500

All three stocks are up double-digit percentages in 2022, leaving the S&P 500's performance in the dust. With the stocks carrying favorable near-term earnings outlooks, the run could easily continue.

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Derek Lewis

What's Going On With Tesla Shares?

Tesla shares are back in the spotlight following recent news regarding price cuts for its electric vehicles (EVs) in China.

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Bryan Hayes

Energy Companies Stage Breakout Despite Lower Oil Prices

With a large number of highly-ranked stocks in the this sector, the energy play may still have room to run.

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Zacks Equity Research

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights J&J, Roche, Eli Lilly and AbbVie

J&J, Roche, Eli Lilly and AbbVie are part of The Zacks top Analyst Blog.

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Zacks Equity Research

5 Large-Cap Value Mutual Funds to Accumulate for Future Gains

Accumulate large-cap value mutual funds like DRGVX, JLVRX, VWNDX, SLVIX and ACSDX during the market downturn to generate future returns.

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Bryan Hayes

Insurance Giant Showing Immunity to This Year's Market Volatility

This stock has bucked the downtrend of the market this year, displaying relatively low volatility.

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Derek Lewis

Like Dividends? 3 Tech Titans Paying Investors Handsomely

When thinking of dividends, REITs, Utilities, or Basic Materials are all areas that come to the front of many minds. However, the Technology sector shouldn't be overlooked.

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