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UnitedHealth Group stock
January 12, 2024 11:03 AM ET

UnitedHealth Group Looks Buyable After AI-Fueled Double Beat

Chris Markoch

UnitedHealth Group stock is falling after a double beat over concerns about rising medical costs; however, there’s another reason this may be a buyable dip

NYSE:UNH
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Howmet Aerospace stock price
January 12, 2024 4:33 AM ET

Is Howmet Aerospace a buy after a bullish upgrade?

Chris Markoch

Howmet Aerospace stock is up more than 3% after getting a bullish upgrade and price target despite the recent incident surrounding Boeing's 737 Max 9 aircraft

NYSE:HWMNYSE:BANYSE:TFC
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time to buy mid-cap stocks.
January 4, 2024 5:00 AM ET

3 mid-cap stocks that analysts love heading into earnings season

Chris Markoch

The beginning of earnings season is a buying opportunity, here are three mid-cap stocks with a significant number of analyst upgrades in the last 90 days 

NASDAQ:CYBRNASDAQ:GTLBNASDAQ:WING
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Fitness Stocks
December 19, 2023 5:20 AM ET

3 Fitness Stocks Ready to Rally in the New Year

Chris Markoch

This is the time for New Year's resolutions, which makes it a good time to consider these three fitness stocks as additions to your portfolio in 2024

NYSE:NKENYSE:GSNYSE:SKX
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Apple stock price
December 19, 2023 5:01 AM ET

Apple may be a 4T company by next year, but is it a buy now?

Chris Markoch

A bullish analyst call on Apple stock includes a prediction of a $4T market cap by the end of 2024; investors need to decide if this is a buying opportunity

NASDAQ:AAPL
Read Apple may be a 4T company by next year, but is it a buy now?
Rocket Labs stock price
December 13, 2023 5:00 AM ET

Rocket Lab trading under $5, will it ever rocket higher?

Chris Markoch

Is Rocket Lab worthy of penny stock status, or is this a buying opportunity for investors? Here are some factors for you to consider

NASDAQ:RKLB
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AI stocks
December 12, 2023 7:21 AM ET

Which stocks benefited from mentioning AI in their Q3 earnings?

Chris Markoch

Companies continue to mention AI in their earnings reports; a recent report helps you understand which stocks are getting a lift from these mentions

NASDAQ:ADBENASDAQ:METANASDAQ:MTCH
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Santa Claus rally
December 12, 2023 4:59 AM ET

3 stocks that are primed for an end-of-year Santa Claus rally

Chris Markoch

If Santa Claus does rally the market this year, you'll want to consider investing in these three stocks that insiders have been buying

NASDAQ:KDPNASDAQ:ENPHNASDAQ:BYON
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Dollar Tree stock price
November 30, 2023 5:00 AM ET

As Dollar Tree Goes, So Goes the Consumer?

Chris Markoch

At first glance, a weak earnings report should have investors bailing on Dollar Tree, but there were signs that DLTR stock could be attractive down the road

NASDAQ:DLTRNYSE:GMNYSE:TFC
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GM stock buyback
November 29, 2023 11:12 AM ET

What’s next for GM stock: Buybacks and a dividend increase

Chris Markoch

GM stock is surging after the company announced a $10 billion share buyback program and a dividend increase, but the stock may not hold its gains

NYSE:GMNYSE:F
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Kohl's storefront
November 24, 2023 7:00 AM ET

Can Kohl's keep its momentum after earnings dip?

Chris Markoch

Heading into the earnings report, KSS stock was up over 7% for the month, but mixed to soft guidance may slow the stock's momentum.

NYSE:KSSNYSE:WMTNYSE:TGT
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Evolv Technologies stock
November 15, 2023 5:02 AM ET

Is it time to buy EVOLV Technologies after post-earnings dip?

Chris Markoch

Evolv Technologies stock is down over 6% after a strong earnings report, but you don't have to look too far to see bullish signs in the company's report

NASDAQ:EVLV
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Archer aviation image
November 14, 2023 11:12 AM ET

Analyst says Archer Aviation may double. Is it time to buy?

Chris Markoch

Archer Aviation stock is up nearly 3% after a bullish analyst call, but heavy options activity may keep some long-term investors on the sidelines.

NYSE:ACHRNYSE:JOBYNASDAQ:UAL
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals stock price outlook
November 8, 2023 9:25 AM ET

Why you can make Vertex Pharmaceuticals a buy on any pullback

Chris Markoch

Vertex stock is off its all-time highs after a slight miss on revenue, but the company's robust pipeline gives investors a reason to watch VRTX stock closely

NASDAQ:VRTXNYSE:PFENASDAQ:CRSP
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3m Stock outlook and sign
October 25, 2023 5:00 AM ET

3M Posts Stable Earnings, is that a Reason for Investors to Buy?

Chris Markoch

3M stock is up over 5% after a strong earnings report. At 11-year lows, the stock looks oversold, but the report didn't do much to address long-term issues

NYSE:MMM
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Conagra Stock price
October 24, 2023 6:15 AM ET

Is Conagra Brands a Savvy Buy or a Value Trap?

Chris Markoch

Conagra stock looks undervalued, but is it cheap for a reason? Here are the arguments for and against CAG stock being a potential value trap

NYSE:CAGNYSEARCA:XLPNYSE:WMT
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Netflix Stock price outlook
October 20, 2023 5:00 AM ET

Is Netflix a Buy After Its Post-Earnings Surge

Chris Markoch

After rocketing past its 200-day and 50-day simple moving averages after strong earnings, investors wonder if there's still room to get involved with NFLX stock

NASDAQ:NFLXNASDAQ:GOOGL
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crude oil prices
October 10, 2023 5:59 AM ET

Oil is Surging: 3 stocks You Need to be in Now

Chris Markoch

Geopolitical events, particularly as they relate to the Middle East, can have a significant impact on oil stocks; here are three oil stocks to consider now

NYSE:XOMNYSE:TTENYSEARCA:XLE
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analysts ratings stocks
September 28, 2023 5:10 PM ET

5 Stocks That Have Massive Upside According to Analysts

Chris Markoch

Analyst ratings are frequently a solid predictor of future stock price movement; here are five stocks that analysts believe have massive upside.

NASDAQ:AMZNNYSE:CMGNYSE:DG
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defense stocks
September 26, 2023 6:50 AM ET

3 Stocks That Really, Really Need the Defense Bill to Pass

Chris Markoch

The defense sector has performed well after past government shutdowns, which makes it a good time to look at three defense stocks that investors are selling

NYSE:MSNYSE:PLTRNYSE:LMT
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Wareen Buffett Stocks
September 26, 2023 6:35 AM ET

3 Warren Buffett Stocks Moving into the Buy Zone

Chris Markoch

Even Buffett stocks have not been immune from the recent market sell-off which creates an opportunity in these three stocks which are trading at a discount

NASDAQ:KHCNYSE:BRK.ANYSE:BRK.B
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Dividend Yield: Why it Matters
September 15, 2023 10:15 AM ET

Dividend Yield: Why it Matters

Chris Markoch

One of the many benefits of dividend investing is the annual dividend yield, typically paid out quarterly. Regular income from dividends can help investors.

NASDAQ:AAPLNASDAQ:COKENYSE:KO
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Dow stocks to buy
September 11, 2023 6:20 AM ET

5 Undervalued Dow Stocks to Buy After the August Selloff

Chris Markoch

The Dow 30 stocks frequently serve as a barometer of investor sentiment; here are five undervalued Dow stocks that may power higher in the last part of 2023

NASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:CVXNYSE:UNH
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growth stocks in September
September 6, 2023 8:55 AM ET

3 Growth Stocks to Buy in September

Chris Markoch

As the calendar turns to September, optimistic investors will look for value in quality companies with a history of generating strong revenue and earnings

NYSE:AXPNASDAQ:AMGNNASDAQ:HZNP
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