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Lakeland Financial (LKFN) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
HBAN or LKFN: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
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7 Reasons That Make German American (GABC) Investment Worthy
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German American's (GABC) upside potential is reflected by strong fundamentals and efforts to grow inorganically.
TCF Financial Gains From Organic Growth, Costs Increase
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TCF Financial's (TCF) rising loans and deposits balance keep it well poised to invest in digitization. However, increasing compensation costs deter bottom-line growth.
WTFC vs. LKFN: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
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Is Lakeland Financial (LKFN) a High-Growth Dividend Stock?
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Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Lakeland Financial (LKFN) have what it takes? Let's find out.
QCRH or LKFN: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
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QCRH vs. LKFN: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
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PNC Financial Rewards Shareholders With 27% Dividend Hike
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PNC Financial's (PNC) recent dividend hike reflects steady capital deployment activities.
Citi Agrees With $335M Settlement for Refunds To Customers
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Citigroup (C) once again agrees upon another settlement to resolve legal issues, with the payment of $335 million, to its credit card customers.
5 Factors That Make Lakeland Financial Stock a Good Bet Now
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Lakeland Financial (LKFN) seems to be an attractive pick right now, based on earnings and revenue growth prospects as well as positive estimate revisions for 2018.
What Makes Wintrust Financial a Hot Pick for Investors Now?
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With robust fundamentals and long-term growth opportunities, Wintrust Financial (WTFC) appears a solid bet now.
Goldman (GS) to be Sued Over Discrimination Against Women
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Goldman Sachs (GS) to face suit over discriminatory pay practices against female employees.
KeyCorp (KEY) Vends Key Insurance & Benefits Services to USI
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To focus on core operations, KeyCorp (KEY) enters into agreement to sell its Key Insurance & Benefits Services, Inc to USI Insurance Services.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: First Financial, Hancock Holding, Heartland Financial, Lakeland Financial and Webster Financial
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: First Financial, Hancock Holding, Heartland Financial, Lakeland Financial and Webster Financial
2018 Could be Prosperous for Bank Investors: 5 Stocks to Buy
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Driven by rise in rates, tax cuts and overall improvement in the economy, 2018 is expected to be beneficial for bank stocks.
No Change in the Fed Rate Outlook: 5 Bank Stocks to Buy Now
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While there is no change in the Fed's outlook related to the pace of future rate hikes, improving economy and benefits from tax reform bill may alter the stance.
6 Reasons to Add Lakeland Financial (LKFN) to Your Portfolio
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Lakeland Financial's (LKFN) upside potential is indicated by its revenue growth, strong balance sheet position, projected earnings growth and improving credit quality.
5 Reasons to Add First Financial (FFIN) to Your Portfolio
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First Financial's (FFIN) upside potential is indicated by its revenue growth, strong balance sheet position, projected earnings growth and steady capital deployment activities.
Why Lakeland Financial (LKFN) is an Attractive Pick Now
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Lakeland Financial (LKFN) appears to be a promising bet now with strong fundamentals and long-term growth opportunities.
4 Factors That Make First Merchant (FRME) a Solid Pick Now
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Earnings strength, long-term growth potential and other favorable factors may drive First Merchant (FRME) stock higher in the upcoming months.
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4 Reasons to Invest in Lakeland Financial (LKFN) Stock Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Lakeland Financial Corporation (LKFN) is a stock from the banking industry, which is well positioned to grow based on strong fundamentals.