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January 17, 2025 6:15 AM ET

Top Growth Picks: 3 Low-Cost Stocks That Could Double in Value

Chris Markoch

Here are three low-priced stocks you can buy today that are positioned in sector that make them solid choices to double in 2025

NYSE:HIMSNASDAQ:AMZNNYSE:LLY
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Johnson & Johnson hygiene products
January 17, 2025 6:00 AM ET

Is Johnson & Johnson Stock Set to Reward Long-Term Holders?

Chris Markoch

JNJ stock is up 1.8% after announcing its $14.6 billion acquisition of Intra-Cellular Therapeutics, which may make this undervalued dividend king attractive

NYSE:JNJNASDAQ:ITCI
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LUCID electric vehicle
January 15, 2025 5:52 AM ET

What Lucid’s Partnership With SoundHound Means for LCID Stock

Chris Markoch

Lucid stock is up 17.4% after announcing a partnership with SoundHound; however, long-term investors will want to watch operating margins closely before buying

NASDAQ:LCIDNASDAQ:SOUNNASDAQ:RIVN
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Palantir logo AI
January 15, 2025 5:23 AM ET

Everything You Need to Know About Palantir's Stock Slide

Chris Markoch

PLTR stock is down 14% for the year, but before you make any decisions about PLTR stock here's more detail about what factors are weighing on the stock

NASDAQ:PLTRNYSE:MSNYSE:GS
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Columbus,Ohio-USA June 20,2019: Costco Wholesale Corporation, doing business as Costco, is an American multinational corporation which operates a chain of membership-only warehouse clubs. — Stock Editorial Photography
January 13, 2025 6:15 AM ET

3 Retail Stocks That Will Ring the Register in 2025

Chris Markoch

Three companies control 17% of U.S. retail sales and comfortably beat the market in 2024, and there are reasons why the companies may outperform again in 2025

NYSE:WMTNASDAQ:COSTNASDAQ:AMZN
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AppLovin phone applications
January 13, 2025 5:45 AM ET

AppLovin’s AI Potential: Can the Momentum Continue?

Chris Markoch

AppLovin is part of an AI story that is still in its early stages which is why investors should carefully weigh the risk and reward for APP stock in 2025

NASDAQ:APPNASDAQ:TTDNASDAQ:PLTR
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January 11, 2025 5:15 AM ET

3 Natural Gas Stocks Set to Thrive in This Winter's Freeze

Chris Markoch

The recent cold weather throughout the United States is just one reason to consider natural gas stocks as a solid investment in 2025

NYSE:OKENYSE:NGLNYSE:KMI
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January 10, 2025 5:23 AM ET

3 Reasons Palo Alto May Be the Best Cybersecurity Stock in 2025

Chris Markoch

Palo Alto has delivered a total return of approximately 98% over the last three years, here are three reasons why PANW stock may be the best of breed for 2025

NASDAQ:PANWNASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:FTNT
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January 9, 2025 5:45 AM ET

3 Promising Penny Stocks to Watch for Long-Term Gains in 2025

Chris Markoch

Analysts expect 2025 to be a strong year for small-cap stocks, including penny stocks; here are three of the best penny stocks to buy for long-term gains

NASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:BTGNYSE:CHPT
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Moderna vaccine
January 8, 2025 8:39 AM ET

Moderna Shares Spike on H5N1 News—What’s Next for Investors?

Chris Markoch

MRNA stock surged over 12% on growing bird flu concerns; that rally may not last, but analysts believe the company's pipeline makes the stock a Buy in 2025

NASDAQ:MRNANYSE:MRK
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GE Vernova renewable energy
January 8, 2025 6:30 AM ET

GE Vernova: The Energy Giant Powering a Multi-Year Stock Surge

Chris Markoch

GE Vernova stock is up over 180% since its 2024 IPO; however, demand for the company's clean energy solutions and strong fundamentals make GEV stock a buy

NYSE:GEVNASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:PLTR
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January 6, 2025 6:00 AM ET

From Laggards to Leaders: 3 Stocks Ready to Rebound in 2025

Chris Markoch

If you're looking for stocks that could go from worst to first, Here are three stocks that lagged the market in 2024 but are now solid value plays in 2025

NYSE:SLBNYSE:UPSNYSE:LMT
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New York City, USA - August 05, 2023: Rivian R1S electric crossover in car showroom, side view. — Stock Editorial Photography
January 3, 2025 9:50 AM ET

Rivian Defies Doubters: Delivery Triumph Fuels Stock Surge

Chris Markoch

RIVN stock is up more than 15% on higher-than-expected fourth-quarter deliveries and the end to a component shortage, investors have to decide to chase or wait

NASDAQ:RIVNNASDAQ:AMZNOTCMKTS:VWAGY
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AI Heathcare Stocks
December 31, 2024 7:35 AM ET

3 Stocks Helping to Bring AI to Healthcare

Chris Markoch

Many profitable companies are using AI to make healthcare more efficient; and these companies are rewarding investors with share price growth and dividends

NASDAQ:GOOGLNYSE:JPMNYSE:MDT
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December 31, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Why 2024 Was Great for Stocks—and Why 2025 Could Be Even Better

Chris Markoch

Stocks soared in 2024, and 2025 could be even stronger. Let's look at key trends, government policies, and sectors poised for growth in the year ahead.

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3 Reasons Costco Stock Will Have More Room to Run in 2025
December 30, 2024 7:55 AM ET

3 Reasons Costco Stock Will Have More Room to Run in 2025

Chris Markoch

Costco stock is still up about 42% in 2024 and despite sticky inflation there are several reasons to believe that COST stock is still a buy.

NASDAQ:COSTNYSE:WMT
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December 30, 2024 6:00 AM ET

3 Market-Beating Growth Stocks to Watch in 2025

Chris Markoch

These three growth stocks have delivered market-beating performance in 2024 and analysts believe these stocks are on pace for an encore performance in 2025

NASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:PLTRNASDAQ:APP
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December 30, 2024 5:45 AM ET

Stronger Dollar, Stronger Returns: 3 Top Stock Picks for 2025

Chris Markoch

The U.S. dollar is finishing 2024 on a high note, and excitement over pro-growth policies mean investors should look at stocks that lean into that strength

NYSE:HDNYSE:TJXNYSE:LMT
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December 21, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Oil Titans Face Off: Exxon Mobil or Chevron for 2025 Gains?

Chris Markoch

Exxon Mobil and Chevron are taking two different approaches to capital expenditures in 2025; this article looks at what that may mean for each stock

NYSEARCA:XLENYSE:XOMNYSE:HES
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December 20, 2024 5:23 AM ET

Palantir’s Momentum Persists Despite Market Worries

Chris Markoch

After shrugging off the Fed-induced correction, Palantir's earnings report will be the next opportunity for the bulls or bears to be proven right

NASDAQ:PLTRNYSE:BAHNYSE:RIO
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Rebalancing - price vs value
December 19, 2024 6:48 AM ET

Rebalancing in 2025: Here Are 3 Stocks to Buy Under $10

Chris Markoch

If you're looking to rebalance your portfolio in 2025, here are three stocks trading for under $10 per share to consider buying

NYSE:COTYNYSE:IAGNYSE:RIG
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December 18, 2024 5:45 AM ET

3 Regional Bank Stocks to Buy on Relaxed Regulations

Chris Markoch

Discover why bank stocks KEY, RF, and HBAN could be top picks in 2025, driven by easing regulations, growth potential, and rising analyst targets.

NYSE:JPMNYSE:KEYNYSE:RF
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December 17, 2024 6:00 AM ET

Shift Into Growth: Top 3 Hybrid Vehicle Makers to Invest In

Chris Markoch

Consumers are flocking to hybrids, which means investors could do worse than to buy shares of the companies that analysts are bidding higher in 2025

NASDAQ:TSLANYSE:TMNYSE:HMC
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December 17, 2024 5:00 AM ET

3 Growth Stocks to Grab for Less Than $100

Chris Markoch

Here are three stocks you can own for less than $100 per share; each has underperformed the market in 2024 but have catalysts for growth in 2025

NYSE:UBERNASDAQ:LRCXNYSE:NEM
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