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Why Not Consider Preferred Stocks? Check Out These 3 Stock ETFs Right Now
February 24, 2022 2:00 AM ET

Why Not Consider Preferred Stocks? Check Out These 3 Stock ETFs Right Now

Melissa Brock

Preferred stock offers higher yield and less volatility than common stock. Here's what you need to know, especially about preferred stock ETFs.

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4 Best 5G Stocks to Invest in
February 22, 2022 11:00 PM ET

4 Best 5G Stocks to Invest in

Melissa Brock

Wireless providers have 5G networks all over the world, which allows for faster, clearer internet connections, greater connectivity across the globe and advanced software applications and best of all, fewer lags for users. 

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Great India Stocks to Buy Now
February 22, 2022 3:00 AM ET

Great India Stocks to Buy Now

Melissa Brock

The India stock market could become the fifth largest stock market by 2024, according to CNBC. It will likely blitz past the United Kingdom value at over $5 trillion by that year.

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Manufactured Housing Stocks to Buy
February 18, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Manufactured Housing Stocks to Buy

Melissa Brock

In light of soaring real estate prices, why not consider investing in manufactured homes and manufactured home communities? Let's dig in.

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Sectors and Stocks that Offer Great Dividends
February 18, 2022 7:00 AM ET

Sectors and Stocks that Offer Great Dividends

Melissa Brock

You just want to know what the good companies are so you can plug them into your portfolio. However, it's not always that simple, because what's good for one investor or trader isn't always a slam-dunk for another. 

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Construction, Concrete and Asphalt Prices Keep Going Up: Stocks to Consider
February 17, 2022 6:05 AM ET

Construction, Concrete and Asphalt Prices Keep Going Up: Stocks to Consider

Melissa Brock

Why not take advantage of burgeoning construction and asphalt costs? Here's what you can do.

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Space Stocks to Buy in This New Era of Paying Customers
February 16, 2022 1:00 AM ET

Space Stocks to Buy in This New Era of "Paying Customers"

Melissa Brock

You know there's change afoot on the final frontier, but how should you take advantage of it? Let's find out with our carefully chosen space stocks.

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3 Stocks to Buy if Russia Invades Ukraine
February 15, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Stocks to Buy if Russia Invades Ukraine

Melissa Brock

It's natural to consider defense stocks, which have surged in recent trading sessions amid rising tensions, especially as the rest of the stock market shifts downward. 

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3 Armor-Bearing Defensive Stocks to Lean on During Tough Times
February 14, 2022 4:00 AM ET

3 Armor-Bearing Defensive Stocks to Lean on During Tough Times

Melissa Brock

Sometimes, you just need good old reliable portfolio pluggers. Here's what you can do to round out a defensive approach.

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3 Brawny International Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio
February 11, 2022 1:00 AM ET

3 Brawny International Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio

Melissa Brock

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your portfolio through diversification or create new rivulets toward a raging waterfall of growth (see the symbolism?), international stocks can have a heavy hand in getting you there.

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Top Marijuana Stocks: Plenty of Investment Opportunities Abound (Youre not Late to the Game)
February 10, 2022 4:00 AM ET

Top Marijuana Stocks: Plenty of Investment Opportunities Abound (You're not Late to the Game)

Melissa Brock

Think you're late to the game on marijuana stocks? Goodness, no. Let's explore a few opportunities. They're all worth considering, but not without serious research. 

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Exercise Stock Winners that Can Do the Heavy Lifting For You
February 9, 2022 4:00 AM ET

Exercise Stock Winners that Can Do the Heavy Lifting For You

Melissa Brock

Already abandoned your New Year's resolution to exercise more? Invest in exercise instead! Check out our tips for exercise stocks.

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3 Best Sports Betting Stocks in Light of Next Weeks Super Bowl
February 8, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Best Sports Betting Stocks in Light of Next Week's Super Bowl

Melissa Brock

Think you can't profit off the Super Bowl? Think again. Consider these sports betting stocks ASAP. Since the Super Bowl is imminent (Rams vs. Bengals — next weekend, just in case you weren't aware), it's important to note that the NFL makes up nearly half of all sports bets placed in the U.S. The Super Bowl is the most popular betting opportunity each year.

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3 Inflation-Proof ETFs to Put into Your Portfolio
February 5, 2022 4:05 AM ET

3 Inflation-Proof ETFs to Put into Your Portfolio

Melissa Brock

What options are available to you in an inflation-rich environment? Let's figure out what investments make sense through ETFs.

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3 Strong Gaming Stocks to Buy Now
February 4, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Strong Gaming Stocks to Buy Now

Melissa Brock

Since gaming stocks are part of the consumer discretionary sector, they have volatility and unpredictability. This means that economic changes and their cyclical nature can affect them, but many gaming stocks are currently undervalued.

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3 Best Corporate Governance Stocks to Buy Right Now
February 3, 2022 1:00 AM ET

3 Best Corporate Governance Stocks to Buy Right Now

Melissa Brock

You might want to think that you're investing in companies that have strong corporate governance. Corporate governance is the third leg of ESG investing, which stands for environmental, social and governance.

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3 Best Peer-to-Peer Lending Sites in 2022
February 2, 2022 2:00 AM ET

3 Best Peer-to-Peer Lending Stocks in 2022

Melissa Brock

If you're thinking about the risks involved in investing in peer-to-peer loans and instead, would rather invest in the companies themselves, that's one route to take.Let's walk through how peer-to-peer lending works, how to invest in peer-to-peer lending sites

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Best Biotech Stocks to Invest in Now
January 28, 2022 4:15 AM ET

Best Biotech Stocks to Invest in Now

Melissa Brock

Try your hand at morphing science and business for a great investment opportunity in biotech.

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Build Better Act and Infrastructure Stocks: 3 Stocks to Consider
January 28, 2022 3:00 AM ET

Build Better Act and Infrastructure Stocks: 3 Stocks to Consider

Melissa Brock

Lean on the government in hard times? Maybe, but not in the way you think.Have you heard about the $1.85 trillion Build Back Better Act? More than a trillion dollars in new spending across eight years will sink into the nation's roads, bridges, rail, internet, water systems and more. 

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3 Best EV Charging Stocks to Invest in Now
January 26, 2022 11:00 PM ET

3 Best EV Charging Stocks to Invest in Now

Melissa Brock

EV charging stocks may see immense growth potential due to an infrastructure boost. Does that mean you should jump on EV charging stocks? Let's find out and go over a few stocks you may want to consider adding to your portfolio.

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Best Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks (Beyond GOOG)
January 25, 2022 2:00 AM ET

Best Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks (Beyond GOOG)

Melissa Brock

Whether you believe some of the famous companies above are bearish and/or overvalued (another argument for another day) or are just looking to inject some new blood into your portfolio, let's go through some options you might consider.

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Telecommunications Sector: 3 Must-See Stocks for 2022
January 22, 2022 2:00 AM ET

Telecommunications Sector: 3 Must-See Stocks for 2022

Melissa Brock

Telecommunications has made great strides since just five years ago (consider the leaps it has made since 10 years ago!) Due to changing consumer habits and preferences, speed, accessibility and security, the industry continues to make the experience better for customers and the industry as a whole.

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Materials Sector Stock Winners: Consider These 3 in 2022
January 21, 2022 4:05 AM ET

Materials Sector Stock Winners: Consider These 3 in 2022

Melissa Brock

Why not pick up a few materials stocks in 2022? Let's find out why you might want to bump up your portfolio with this sector.

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3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in 2022
January 20, 2022 4:00 AM ET

3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in 2022

Melissa Brock

What can you expect from the energy sector, what actually makes up the energy sector and what to invest in? Full speed ahead, but a major hint: Analysts have overwhelmingly screamed "Buy!" for the sector in general.

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