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dividends: Archive
3 Oil & Energy Stocks Still Poised for Growth
by Shaun Pruitt
Although Oil and Energy stocks have enjoyed impressive rallies throughout the year many stocks in the sector are still poised for growth. The sector is one of the few areas of the economy expected to see growth in fiscal year 2023.
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2 Utility Stocks to Consider Buying
by Shaun Pruitt
Utility stocks offer generous dividends and typically have lower volatility making them favorable income investments. While there is a seasonal trend in utility usage, businesses and individuals will always have the need for gas and power.
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3 Dividend Kings Crushing the S&P 500 in 2022
by Derek Lewis
Companies in the Dividend King club carry well-established and successful business operations, clearly displayed by their commendable commitment to shareholders over decades of increased dividend payouts.
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Like Dividends? 3 Top-Ranked Stocks With Yields Above 5%
by Derek Lewis
Dividend-paying stocks provide an extra cushion during rough market conditions. And in a historically volatile 2022, it's easy to see why these stocks have gained popularity.
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What to Expect from Qualcomm Earnings and QCOM Stock
by Shaun Pruitt
Trading 39% from its highs, all eyes will be on Qualcomm (QCOM), set to report earnings on Wednesday, November 2. Investors will get the first glimpse of how the largest semiconductor companies are handling high inflation.
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Should Investors Buy CVS Stock Before Q3 Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
Trading 15% from its highs, CVS (CVS) is set to report Q3 earnings on Wednesday, November 2. Investors hope the company can capitalize on its ambition to sustain itself as an industry leader as the Retail-Pharmacies Drug Stores Industry is currently in the top 18% of over 250 Zacks Industries.
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Pfizer Earnings Preview: Growth & Diversification is Key
by Shaun Pruitt
Pfizer's (PFE) Q3 earnings report on Tuesday, November 1 will give insight into its ability to sustain growth from its Covid-19 vaccines. The company's ability to beat earnings expectations may rely on the growth of other business units during the quarter.
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Exxon Mobil Q3 Earnings Preview: Will XOM Stock Keep Hitting New Highs?
by Shaun Pruitt
The stellar performance for XOM has continued going into its Q3 earnings release on Friday, October 28. After recently hitting 52-week highs investors are wondering if a strong report could continue accelerating the stock or if it is time for XOM to cool off.
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This Leading Auto Company Has Navigated the Bear Market with Ease
by Bryan Hayes
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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Will Gilead Sciences Stock Climb After Q3 Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
Big Pharma will close out this week's earnings reports, with Gilead Sciences (GILD) set to give its Q3 results on October 27. With GILD edging towards its 52-week highs, investors will want to see if earnings can support a continued rally in its stock.
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Will iPhone Revenue Boost Apple (AAPL) Stock?
by Shaun Pruitt
While diversification among its businesses has been rewarding, a strong boost from its iPhone revenue could help the stock go higher.
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Bear of the Day: Whirlpool Corp. (WHR)
by Bryan Hayes
This household name has missed on revenue projections in each of the last five quarters.
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Take a Bite in Apple Stock Before Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
Still trading 18% from its highs, this earnings release could be critical for the momentum of AAPL stock. While other tech stocks have been hit harder during the economic downturn, Apple has shown some resilience with its broader retail and services capabilities.
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Energy Companies Stage Breakout Despite Lower Oil Prices
by Bryan Hayes
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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Telecom Earnings Preview: Can AT&T and Verizon Stocks Rebound?
by Shaun Pruitt
Positive third quarter earnings reports and strong guidance could give a much needed boost to the nation's two largest wireless service providers. Both AT&T and Verizon trade at a discount relative to their past and offer high dividend yields to reward patient investors.
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This Banking Stock is Soaring Amid Earnings Strength in Financials
by Bryan Hayes
Earnings results have been strong from financials, helping to alleviate investor anxiety.
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Can Kraft Heinz Stock Rise After Earnings?
by Shaun Pruitt
Trading 20% from its highs, another food retailer investors will be watching this earnings season is Kraft Heinz (KHC). The company is set to report its Q3 earnings on October 26. Kraft and Heinz merged in 2015, creating one of the largest food companies in the world.
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These 3 Cash-Generating Machines Pay Investors Nicely
by Derek Lewis
In a historically-volatile year in the market so far in 2022, dividends have been a significant perk, helping to shield investors from drawdowns.
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KimberlyClark Earnings Preview: Can KMB Stock Rebound?
by Shaun Pruitt
Kimberly-Clark (KMB) trades 21% off its highs going into its Q3 earnings release on October 25. Longer-term investors hope KimberlyClark can eventually rebound and regain its strong performance over the last decade.
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Albertsons Earning Preview: Buy ACI Stock Before Possible Kroger Merger?
by Shaun Pruitt
The premium being paid by Kroger (KR) for the company's merger values ACI closer to its 52-week highs and could eventually give the stock another short-term catalyst. With or without the merger, ACI stock may be worth investors' consideration as its growth outlook has become more intriguing.
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Insurance Giant Showing Immunity to This Year's Market Volatility
by Bryan Hayes
This stock has bucked the downtrend of the market this year, displaying relatively low volatility.
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Bull of the Day: Marathon Petroleum Corp. (MPC)
by Bryan Hayes
With inflation stubbornly lingering, MPC is set to continue its dominant trend.
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Like Dividends? 3 Tech Titans Paying Investors Handsomely
by Derek Lewis
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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Build a Cash Pile With These 3 Soon-To-Be Dividend Kings
by Derek Lewis
In 2022, it goes without saying that dividends have been a precious gift for investors, helping to cushion the blow from drawdowns in other positions.
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General Motors vs. Ford: Which Auto Stock Should You Buy?
by Shaun Pruitt
The Automotive-Domestic Industry is in the top 36% of over 250 Zacks Industries and two stocks investors may consider buying out of the group are General Motors (GM) and Ford Motor Company (F).
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