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4 Downtrodden EV Stocks: Buy the Dip
March 31, 2022 4:05 AM ET

4 Downtrodden EV Stocks: Buy the Dip

Melissa Brock

Looking for stocks that deserve a hard look right now? Take a look at these four EV stocks.

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3 Best Fintech Stocks for a Portfolio Boost
March 29, 2022 12:00 AM ET

3 Best Fintech Stocks for a Portfolio Boost

Melissa Brock

Rising interest rates and higher inflation means you're looking for more opportunities to invest, maybe in niche markets. Why not consider fintech, short for "financial technology." 

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3 Best Cybersecurity Stocks: Cyber Threats Are on the Rise
March 25, 2022 6:05 AM ET

3 Best Cybersecurity Stocks: Cyber Threats Are on the Rise

Melissa Brock

We all know it's important to mind cybersecurity threats, but what about cybersecurity as investments? Let's find out which might work in your favor as an investor.

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3 Natural Resource Stocks in Overdrive Amid World Tensions
March 25, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Natural Resource Stocks in Overdrive Amid World Tensions

Melissa Brock

What should you invest in right now, you ask? Two words: Natural resources! Let's dig into some great options.

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2 Contrarian Stock Picks With Major Upside
March 24, 2022 4:00 AM ET

2 Contrarian Stock Picks With Major Upside

Melissa Brock

We've picked one lesser-known stock and one you've already heard of for two contrarian plays. Why go contrarian? There's good reason to, which we'll show you here.

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3 Utility Stocks to Weather Market Storms
March 23, 2022 12:00 AM ET

3 Utility Stocks to Weather Market Storms

Melissa Brock

There's certainly a lot going on "out there" right now, but you can cozy up to the right stocks and get the right results with utilities. Read on for more.

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3 Gold Stocks: A Solid Bet Against World Volatility
March 22, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Gold Stocks: A Solid Bet Against World Volatility

Melissa Brock

Think you might be interested in purchasing gold stocks? Read on for our top picks, then learn more about other inflation-proof stocks worth the price.

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3 Must-Buy Warren Buffett Stocks for Volatile Times
March 19, 2022 12:00 AM ET

3 Must-Buy Warren Buffett Stocks for Volatile Times

Melissa Brock

Warren Buffett is a master of weathering volatility, and these three stock picks prove it.In his most recent shareholder letter, he says he prefers to own equities, from whole companies to publicly traded stocks, keeping most of his net worth in equities. 

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3 Great Tech Stocks Under $15: Buy Now, While Tech is Down
March 17, 2022 10:00 AM ET

3 Great Tech Stocks Under $15: Buy Now, While Tech is Down

Melissa Brock

It's a great time to stuff your portfolio full of tech stocks. If you want bottom-level prices, check out these three stocks we've previewed.

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3 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Add to Your List
March 16, 2022 8:00 AM ET

3 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Add to Your List

Melissa Brock

Think nuclear power is a major no-no? What if we said we can't get to net zero carbon without nuclear power? Would that change your investing strategy? Let's find out.

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4 Best Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now
March 16, 2022 4:05 AM ET

4 Best Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

Melissa Brock

We know all about the chip shortages, and if you haven't sunk some money into a semiconductor stock, your FOMO could be real. Let's dive into four semiconductor stocks to add to your collection.

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3 Best Wind Energy Stocks to Add to Your List
March 15, 2022 6:20 AM ET

3 Best Wind Energy Stocks to Add to Your List

Melissa Brock

Since March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb, why not consider wind stocks? Here's why you might want to.

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4 Best Sporting Goods Stocks that Hit it Out of the Park
March 12, 2022 3:00 AM ET

4 Best Sporting Goods Stocks that Hit it Out of the Park

Melissa Brock

The advent of spring ushers in a whole new opportunity to think about various types of stocks, including sporting goods stocks. What will you pick for your portfolio?

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3 Best Lumber Stocks for the Home Improvement and Home Building Boom
March 11, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Best Lumber Stocks for the Home Improvement and Home Building Boom

Melissa Brock

You can still consider lumber stocks, even if it seems as if your neighbors' DIY home projects have come to a screeching halt. Here's what to know.

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3 Dividend-Paying Pharmaceutical Stocks You Cant Ignore
March 10, 2022 4:10 AM ET

3 Dividend-Paying Pharmaceutical Stocks You Can't Ignore

Melissa Brock

Which pharmaceutical companies can rocket your portfolio right now? Let's take a look.

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Got Stagflation Worries? 3 Stocks to Help You Get Around It
March 9, 2022 2:00 AM ET

Got Stagflation Worries? 3 Stocks to Help You Get Around It

Melissa Brock

Stagflation sounds like an ominous term, but the fact of the matter is that we're all experiencing it right now — inflation, plus slow or stagnant economic growth rate and a relatively high unemployment rate.

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3 Undervalued Stocks Primed to Sizzle
March 8, 2022 1:00 AM ET

3 Undervalued Stocks Primed to Sizzle

Melissa Brock

So far, the stock market hasn't had much spunk or pizzazz in 2022, and many industries have borne the brunt of these issues. Markets have remained volatile and the war in Ukraine has affected commodity prices, inflation, and interest rates. It's time to go after undervalued stocks. But which ones? Check out our list for three hot options.

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3 Growth Stocks to Adopt Right Now  
March 5, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Growth Stocks to Adopt Right Now  

Melissa Brock

A diversified fund might make more sense to make sure you get the most out of your time horizon and settle on the right risk tolerance, which could mean investing in index funds or mutual funds

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3 Inflation-Busting Commodity Stock Investments
March 4, 2022 4:00 AM ET

3 Inflation-Busting Commodity Stock Investments

Melissa Brock

Commodities might be your ticket for this high inflation environment. Check out these three options — commodities tend to rise during times of high inflation.

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3 Best Textile and Apparel Stocks Right Now
March 2, 2022 4:20 AM ET

3 Best Textile and Apparel Stocks Right Now

Melissa Brock

Of all the clothing and textile brands, which ones are dead ringers for your next stock pick? Let's find out.

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A Member of the Silent Majority? 4 Best Politically Conservative ETFs
March 2, 2022 2:00 AM ET

A Member of the Silent Majority? 4 Best Politically Conservative ETFs

Melissa Brock

Amid all the ESG investment options, where are the investments for political conservatives? Great question. Here are four ETF options.

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High Flyers: 3 Natural Gas Stocks for March 2022
February 28, 2022 10:00 AM ET

High Flyers: 3 Natural Gas Stocks for March 2022

Melissa Brock

Before you relegate natural gas stocks to a list of "stocks from the good old days," take a look at a few stocks blowing past traditional analysis.

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3 Glass Stocks that Could Sharpen Your Portfolio
February 26, 2022 4:00 AM ET

3 Glass Stocks that Could Sharpen Your Portfolio

Melissa Brock

Glass that can sharpen your portfolio: See what we did there? Jokes aside, what can glass stocks do for you? Let's find out.

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Pets Are Big Business: 4 Big-Ticket Pet Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio
February 25, 2022 5:00 AM ET

Pets Are Big Business: 4 Big-Ticket Pet Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio

Melissa Brock

Worldwide, people love their pets. Let's see how you can take advantage of people's excitement for all things pet-related.

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