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Smucker’s Delivers Something Sweet For Bulls and Bears Alike
June 3, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Smucker’s Delivers Something Sweet For Bulls and Bears Alike

Chris Markoch

J.M. Smucker's delivered an earnings report that gave bulls and bears something to think about. However with revenue forecast to decline in the next 12 months, SJM stock looks overvalued and investors should wait for a pullback before entering a position.

NYSE:SJM
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Fair or Not, Workday May Be Part of a Summer Selloff in Tech Stocks
June 2, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Fair or Not, Workday May Be Part of a Summer Selloff in Tech Stocks

Chris Markoch

Workday stock appears to be caught up in the broader tech selloff. While the company still presents a long-term opportunity, traders may want to avoid taking a position in WDAY stock until sentiment changes.

NASDAQ:WDAY
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Stay Away From OLLI Stock While Short Interest Remains High
June 2, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Stay Away From OLLI Stock While Short Interest Remains High

Chris Markoch

Shares of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (NASDAQ:OLLI) gapped higher on May 28 after the discount chain pleased investors with its first-quarter earnings report.

NASDAQ:OLLI
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3 Oil Stocks That Will Survive Climate Change
June 2, 2021 4:00 AM ET

3 Oil Stocks That Will Survive Climate Change

Chris Markoch

If you’re going to invest in the oil sector, you must reconcile the continued need for fossil fuels alongside the growth of renewable energy sources. Here are three integrated energy companies that are showing how this "both/and" approach can benefit investors.

NYSE:RDS.ANYSE:BPNYSE:TOT
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MarketBeat: Week in Review 5/24 – 5/28
May 29, 2021 3:00 AM ET

MarketBeat: Week in Review 5/24 – 5/28

Chris Markoch

Despite disappointing data on personal income and spending in April, markets are basically flat as investors digest the data over the long holiday weekend. The markets reopen on June 1 and the MarketBeat team of writers will be on top of the stocks and stories that are moving the markets.

Read MarketBeat: Week in Review 5/24 – 5/28
It's Time to Go Shopping For Burlington Stock
May 25, 2021 11:00 PM ET

It's Time to Go Shopping For Burlington Stock

Chris Markoch

Brick-and-mortar retail is beating long odds in the last 12 months and BURL stock is rewarding investors who went along for the ride. With a strong earnings report expected on May 27, there's still time to invest in Burlington Stores.  

NYSE:BURL
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Take-Two Stock Is Putting Bullish Investors at a Crossroads
May 21, 2021 4:03 AM ET

Take-Two Stock Is Putting Bullish Investors at a Crossroads

Chris Markoch

After gapping up twice following a bullish earnings report, TTWO stock is putting bulls at a crossroads. Forward guidance suggests the stock may be priced right. But bullish sentiment may be enough to push the stock back over $200.

NASDAQ:TTWONASDAQ:ATVINASDSAQ:EA
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What More Does Golden Nugget Have to Prove?
May 21, 2021 4:00 AM ET

What More Does Golden Nugget Have to Prove?

Chris Markoch

Golden Nugget Online Gaming is trying to find a base of support despite the company delivering an earnings report that shows its expansion efforts are proceeding nicely. This article provides three reasons why investors may be holding back on GNOG stock.

NASDAQ:GNOG
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Will Positive Earnings Change the Trajectory of Booz Allen Hamilton Stock?
May 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Will Positive Earnings Change the Trajectory of Booz Allen Hamilton Stock?

Chris Markoch

Shares of Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE:BAH) stock are struggling to find direction in advance of the company’s earnings report on May 21, 2021. Investors in the data analytics company have had a volatile ride so far in 2021.  

NYSE:BAH
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Legal Issues Behind It, IBIO Stock May Be a Long Play For Risk-Tolerant Investors
May 19, 2021 4:00 AM ET

Legal Issues Behind It, IBIO Stock May Be a Long Play For Risk-Tolerant Investors

Chris Markoch

iBio remains a dark horse in the ongoing development of Covid-19 vaccines. But an intriguing new candidate and a resolution of intellectual property issues makes a long, albeit small position in IBIO stock justified for risk-tolerant investors.

NYSEAMERICAN:IBIO
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3 Retail Stocks to Watch This Week
May 18, 2021 8:00 AM ET

3 Retail Stocks to Watch This Week

Chris Markoch

Retail stocks were a surprising winner in 2020 as consumers quickly shifted to e-commerce during the Covid-19 pandemic. With many consumers now returning to in-person shopping, here are three retail stocks with upside heading into earnings.  

NYSE:TGTNYSE:TJXNYSE:LB
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Vroom Stock Will Need More Than One Good Earnings Report
May 13, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Vroom Stock Will Need More Than One Good Earnings Report

Chris Markoch

If you owned shares of Vroom (NASDAQ:VRM) stock the day after the company reported earnings, you are breathing a sigh of relief. The company’s shares are soaring over 10% in after-hours and pre-market trading.

NASDAQ:VRMNYSE:CVNANYSE:KMX
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Choice Hotels Is Leaving Investors With Few Choices But to Hold On
May 13, 2021 8:10 AM ET

Choice Hotels Is Leaving Investors With Few Choices But to Hold On

Chris Markoch

There's a lot to like about CHH stock, but with demand still being uneven, the company is hesitating to give forward guidance which doesn't give investors much reason to buy the stock at its current valuation. Still, the possibility of a reinstated dividend in the summer may be reason enough to hold the stock.

NYSE:CHH
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If You’re Only Looking at Disney+ You’re Missing the Story of DIS stock
May 11, 2021 11:00 PM ET

If You’re Only Looking at Disney+ You’re Missing the Story of DIS stock

Chris Markoch

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) reports earnings after the market closes on May 13. Many eyes will be watching the new subscriber numbers for Disney+, the company’s streaming service.

NYSE:DIS
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Wendy’s Needs More Clarity Than an Earnings Report Can Provide
May 11, 2021 8:10 AM ET

Wendy’s Needs More Clarity Than an Earnings Report Can Provide

Chris Markoch

Wendy’s (NASDAQ:WEN) will report earnings on May 12 before the market opens. The whisper number suggests the company will narrowly beat on the bottom line with earnings per share (EPS) coming in at 15 cents per share which is a penny higher than the consensus estimate of 14 cents.

NYSE:DASHNYSE:GRUB
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When it Comes to Dividend Stocks, Duke Energy Still Looks Like a King
May 11, 2021 4:00 AM ET

When it Comes to Dividend Stocks, Duke Energy Still Looks Like a King

Chris Markoch

Duke Energy (NYSE:DUK) continues to charge higher on higher volume after a split result on its earnings report. The utility giant delivered earnings that beat analysts’ expectations.

NYSE:DUK
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Inovio Bulls Could Use a Shot of Good News
May 10, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Inovio Bulls Could Use a Shot of Good News

Chris Markoch

Inovio (NASDAQ:INO) stock is staging a mini-rally over the last five days in advance of what is expected to be a mixed earnings report. Analysts are forecasting negative earnings per share (EPS) of 20 cents.

NASDAQ:INO
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MarketBeat: Week in Review 4/26 – 4/30
May 1, 2021 4:00 AM ET

MarketBeat: Week in Review 4/26 – 4/30

Chris Markoch

The market is at record levels on strong economic data. And the MarketBeat team of writers will keep looking for the stocks and the stories that are moving the market. Here’s a look at some of the stocks they analyzed this week.

Read MarketBeat: Week in Review 4/26 – 4/30
Look For a Spot to Buy This Dip in Align Technology Stock
April 30, 2021 4:00 AM ET

Look For a Spot to Buy This Dip in Align Technology Stock

Chris Markoch

After reporting blowout first-quarter earnings after the market closed on April 28, Align Technology (NASDAQ:ALGN) stock took a sharp break to the upside on higher-than-average volume in early trading 

NASDAQ:ALGN
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AbbVie Remains One of the Best Buys in Its Sector
April 29, 2021 10:00 AM ET

AbbVie Remains One of the Best Buys in Its Sector

Chris Markoch

AbbVie (NYSE:ABBV) will be among the stocks closing out a busy earnings week. Earnings season tends to draw a lot of interest from investors, but it’s not always the best indicator of a stock’s overall trajectory.

NYSE:ABBV
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Is the Rally Ready to Begin for BioMarin Pharmaceutical?
April 29, 2021 4:15 AM ET

Is the Rally Ready to Begin for BioMarin Pharmaceutical?

Chris Markoch

BMRN stock is consolidating on light volume prior to earnings.  The company is projected to report earnings and revenue that are lower on a year-over-year basis. With a potential upside of over 46%, that could make BioMarin an attractive buying option.

NASDAQ:BMRN
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Domino’s Pizza Looks Ready to Deliver More Growth For Investors
April 28, 2021 9:45 AM ET

Domino’s Pizza Looks Ready to Deliver More Growth For Investors

Chris Markoch

Domino’s Pizza (NASDAQ:DPZ) reports first-quarter earnings before the market opens on April 29. Right now, I can understand why some investors may think the thrill is gone.

NASDAQ:DPZ
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Humana is a Good Stock That Looks Properly Valued
April 27, 2021 10:22 AM ET

Humana is a Good Stock That Looks Properly Valued

Chris Markoch

Humana (NYSE:HUM) stock is making another run at its all-time high. And the company’s earnings report may be the catalyst that puts it over the top. However, analyst sentiment suggests limited upside for HUM stock

NYSE:HUM
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3 Reasons Kimberly-Clark Should Hold An Essential Place In Your Portfolio Regardless of Earnings
April 22, 2021 10:05 AM ET

3 Reasons Kimberly-Clark Should Hold An Essential Place In Your Portfolio Regardless of Earnings

Chris Markoch

KMB stock is down 18% in the last eight months. However the company finds itself in a sweet spot where demand on the commercial and professional side should kick in even if consumer demand declines. That should help mitigate some of the added costs. Plus, you’re investing in a company that provides a strong, reliable dividend.

NYSE:KMB
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