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Andrew Rocco

Beyond the "Mag 7": 3 Risk-On Market Forces

The biggest bear argument over the past year has been the slim leadership in the market, namely concentrated in mega-cap tech stocks like the "Mag 7." However, dig deeper, and you will discover that the market is broadening quickly.

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Shaun Pruitt

Bull of the Day: Toll Brothers (TOL)

Investors are always looking for a dominant industry leader and Toll Brothers (TOL) has continued to assert itself as the creme of the crop in regard to homebuilders.

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Shaun Pruitt

Bear of the Day: ATN International (ATNI)

Slower revenue growth has put a dent in the optimism around ATN International's (ATNI) diverse business operations which consist of communication companies and renewable energy assets.

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Andrew Rocco

Shorting: Is the Risk Worth the Reward? (Insights from Market Gurus & the Pitfalls you Need to Avoid)

On shorter time frames, markets fluctuate, and there is a time to be short. However, investors should focus on long opportunities more often than not as risks are much lower and the risk-to-reward is much more favorable, all else equal.

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Andrew Rocco

Bear of the Day: Hertz (HTZ)

Hertz is struggling from poor economics, industry disruption, and low visibility.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Lowe's or Target Stock as They Round Out the Favorable Retail Earnings Season?

With the retail earnings scorecard being favorable so far let's see if it's time to buy Lowe's (LOW) or Target (TGT) stock as their quarterly results approach.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Top-Rated Stocks to Consider as Earnings Approach

With representation from a variety of sectors, several top-rated Zacks stocks look attractive ahead of their quarterly reports on Tuesday, February 27.

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Bryan Hayes

Will ZM Stock Zoom Higher After Reporting Q4 Earnings?

The former 'stay-at-home' play may have seen its best growth days in the past.

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Shaun Pruitt

Don't Overlook These Low-Risk High-Dividend Yielding Stocks

Now looks like a good time to buy these highly ranked stocks with earnings estimate revisions likely to keep ticking up after their favorable Q4 results which makes their high dividend yields and low beta ratios more attractive.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Walmart's Stock as 3-1 Split Approaches?

Walmart's (MMT) stock may be on many investors' minds as its three-to-one stock split is set to take effect on Monday, February 26.

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Bryan Hayes

Market Rally Faces Key Test: Stocks to Watch

The Nasdaq takes center stage as the tech-heavy index looks to eclipse its former all-time high.

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Shaun Pruitt

Wix.com (WIX) Joins Nvidia (NVDA) as Standout Tech Stocks to Buy After Earnings

Nvidia (NVDA) and Wix.com (WIX) continue to build on their developments as AI innovators and tech leaders.

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Bryan Hayes

Bull of the Day: Tradeweb Markets (TW)

The stock recently eclipsed its former all-time high and has been benefitting from a resurgence in the financial sector.

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Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: Newmont Corp. (NEM)

The company is grappling with higher production costs and various operational challenges.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy These Highly-Ranked Computer Software Stocks

Several computer software stocks currently hold spots on the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list and here are three to consider.

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Shaun Pruitt

Checking the Average Zacks Price Target for Nvidia's Stock Before Earnings

While investors may be on edge for Nvidia's (NVDA) Q4 results the number of brokers recommending its stock is very reassuring.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Stocks to Buy out of the Top-Rated Zacks Diversified Operations Industry

The growth prospects of these Zacks Diversified Operations Industry stocks are very intriguing considering their reasonable valuations.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 Highly Ranked Stocks to Buy Before the Spring & Summer Approach

Let's discuss two highly ranked stocks in the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services Industry that look likely to move higher as the spring and summer approach.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy the Dip in Twilio's (TWLO) Stock After Earnings?

Despite showcasing expansive quarterly growth and continuing a very impressive streak of exceeding bottom line expectations, Twilio's stock dropped -15% in Thursday's trading session on softer sales guidance for the first quarter.

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Andrew Rocco

SMCI: Shades of QCOM in 99'?

The stock market is notoriously hard to predict, especially when calling tops. However, SMCI has all the ingredients of a classic Climax Top pattern. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco explains.

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Ethan Feller

Bull of the Day: KKR & Co. (KKR)

This leading global investment firm has been crushing the broad market

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Top-Rated Stocks to Buy After Comfortably Surpassing Earnings Expectations

Investors are always looking for stocks of companies that illustrate business operations are stronger than anticipated and here are three to consider.

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Andrew Rocco

13F Season: 3 Whales to Follow

Tracking 13F filings is crucial for market participants seeking to understand trends, identify potential investment opportunities, and monitor the transactions of Wall Street's most influential investors. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco breaks down the 3 most important filings this 13F season.

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Andrew Rocco

Stock Selection: Institutional Quality vs. Speculative Stocks

Sticking to institutional quality stocks keeps savvy investors out of trouble. In bull markets, investors must understand the difference between speculative stocks and quality stocks. Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco explains.

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