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New Strong Buy Stocks For October 28th
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Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today:
Why Central Garden (CENT) Could Beat Earnings Estimates Again
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden (CENT) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
Central Garden (CENT) Upgraded to Strong Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden (CENT) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
New Strong Buy Stocks for October 22nd
by Zacks Equity Research
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today:
US Consumers Gain Confidence in Economy: 5 Winners
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
In September, the index of consumer confidence saw its biggest monthly leap in 17 years. And more the confidence households generate, the more they are likely to spend, thereby boosting consumer discretionary stocks.
200 Days of Pandemic & 5 Top Shelter-in-Place Stocks
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: CENT, MCY, MYRG and SFM
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: CENT, MCY, MYRG and SFM
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by Sejuti Banerjea
If you're concerned about how a stock may perform in the next few quarters in the face of the ongoing pandemic, the company's historical growth, future outlook and current valuation are things to consider.
Prestige Consumer Strong on E-commerce & Cost-Saving Plans
by Zacks Equity Research
Prestige Consumer Healthcare (PBH) has been gaining from its focus on healthcare. Apart from this, the company's e-commerce investments and cost-management efforts look impressive.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Atlas Air Worldwide, BMC Stock, Central Garden & Pet Company, Comfort Systems USA and DICK'S Sporting Goods
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Atlas Air Worldwide, BMC Stock, Central Garden & Pet Company, Comfort Systems USA and DICK'S Sporting Goods
Wall Street Makes Record Recovery From Coronavirus: 5 Growth Picks
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
The S&P 500's journey from a record high in February to the bear market in March, and then again to a new record, only took 126 trading days this year, the fastest-ever climb.
6 Months of Pandemic and 5 Top Shelter-in-Place Stocks
by Ritujay Ghosh
Among the 11 sectors of the S&P 500, information technology and consumer discretionary have been two of the biggest winners amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: APEI, CENT, DE and BJ
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: APEI, CENT, DE and BJ
Bulls and Bears Locked in Slugfest: Here's How to Play It
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
Since the market struggles for direction, smart investors should look for stocks that provide superb risk-adjusted returns. The best way to do it is by creating a portfolio of low-beta stocks.
Central Garden (CENT) Down 6.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden (CENT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
3 Reasons Growth Investors Will Love Central Garden (CENT)
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden (CENT) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.
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by Zacks Equity Research
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5 Low-Beta Stocks to Beat the Coronavirus-Induced Choppy Market
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Creating a portfolio of low-beta stocks is of utmost importance since securities can not only deliver healthy returns but also provide protection against the choppy market.
Get These Stocks With Momentum Anomaly for Solid Returns
by Sandip Chakraborty
These fast movers are currently witnessing a short-term pullback in price. So make sure you're taking full advantage of it.
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by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Central Garden & Pet Company, Ensign Group, LogMeIn, Pool Corp. and Turning Point Brands
5 Low-Risk Stocks to Buy for Election-Led Price Swings
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
As Wall Street is likely to grapple with election-led uncertainty in the near term, low-volatility stocks appear as a good bet at the moment.
3 Reasons Why Growth Investors Shouldn't Overlook Central Garden (CENT)
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden (CENT) possesses solid growth attributes, which could help it handily outperform the market.
Cyclical Sectors Gain Momentum in Past Month: 5 Top Picks
by Nalak Das
Cyclical sectors like consumer discretionary, industrials, basic materials and financials have overtaken the technology sector in the past month.
Central Garden (CENT) Q3 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden's (CENT) third-quarter fiscal 2020 results reflect gains from robust portfolio, leading to growth across segments, as well as contributions from recent acquisitions.
Central Garden (CENT) Beats Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Central Garden (CENT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 60.98% and 14.54%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?