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Sarah Horvath, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

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Man hands showing golden bitcoin; what are cryptocurrencies? Learn more.
December 8, 2023 8:46 AM ET

What are cryptocurrencies?

Sarah Horvath

Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that is an encrypted set of transactions on a digital ledger known as a blockchain. Learn more.

NYSE:CNYSE:LEANASDAQ:NFLX
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Dividends and graph is by hand on a blackboard; learn more about forward dividend yield in this article
December 7, 2023 8:50 AM ET

Forward dividend yield: What it is and how to use it 

Sarah Horvath

Forward dividend yield projects a company’s yearly dividend and is a percentage of the current share price. Learn more about forward dividend yield.

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December 6, 2023 11:45 AM ET

How to Find Blue Chip Dividend Stocks

Sarah Horvath

Blue chip stocks are typically market leaders and have a history of paying dividends. Learn more about how to find blue chip dividend stocks with MarketBeat.

NYSE:JNJNYSE:KONYSE:JNJ
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Customer Standing With Cart In Supermarket. What is the consumer staples sector? Find out with MarketBeat.
December 6, 2023 9:42 AM ET

What is the consumer staples sector?

Sarah Horvath

The consumer staples sector is a sector that contains products consumers use and which people cannot (or won’t) cut out of their budget. Learn more.

NYSE:MONASDAQ:COKENYSE:CL
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A guide to investing in quantum computing
December 5, 2023 10:55 AM ET

Investing in quantum computing: A guide 

Sarah Horvath

Investing in quantum computing may be a smart investment for your portfolio. Learn more about how to invest and some companies to consider.

NYSE:BABANASDAQ:GOOGNASDAQ:GOOGL
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Penny Stocks on a business photo; learn how to trade penny stocks
November 29, 2023 12:00 PM ET

How to trade penny stocks: A step-by-step guide

Sarah Horvath

Penny stocks trade for less than $5; investing in penny stocks is different from trading penny stocks. Learn how to trade penny stocks with MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:BLNK
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Stock exchange market trading; learn how to trade using analyst ratings
November 16, 2023 11:00 AM ET

How to trade using analyst ratings

Sarah Horvath

Analysts evaluate companies and deliver reports, and investors can trade based on their recommendations. Learn how to trade using analyst ratings.

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November 16, 2023 10:00 AM ET

What is a market correction? Navigating stock market corrections

Sarah Horvath

This article describes a market correction and teaches new investors how to mitigate corrections and maintain their portfolios.

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November 8, 2023 11:00 AM ET

What is a buy-side analyst?

Sarah Horvath

A buy-side analyst performs equity research for institutional investors who work for firms such as hedge funds, pension funds or mutual funds. Learn more.

NYSEARCA:YYYNASDAQ:MSFT
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November 8, 2023 10:33 AM ET

What Is Earnings Per Share (EPS)?

Sarah Horvath

Learn about earnings per share (EPS), how it’s calculated, and how to use it for stock comparison and smarter investing decisions.

NYSE:HUMNYSE:UNH
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November 8, 2023 9:00 AM ET

How to invest in marijuana stocks in 7 steps 

Sarah Horvath

Still in its early stages, marijuana stocks have become a major industry, despite restrictions federally. Learn how to invest in marijuana stocks.

TSE:WEEDNYSE:CNASDAQ:ON
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October 27, 2023 11:28 AM ET

What is the Beige Book? An exploration

Sarah Horvath

What is the Beige Book? A leading economic indicator, it helps guide the Federal Open Market Committee’s monetary policy of the United States. Learn more.

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Water Stocks: Investing in this Liquid Asset
October 23, 2023 11:02 AM ET

Water Stocks: Investing in this "Liquid" Asset

Sarah Horvath

You can invest in water in many ways, including through futures contracts and index funds. You can also buy equities in water-related companies. Learn more.

NYSE:AWKNYSE:AWRNYSE:CWT
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October 20, 2023 12:10 AM ET

What is the QQQ ETF?

Sarah Horvath

What is the QQQ ETF? The QQQ ETF is an index fund featuring a tiered weighting system focusing on market capitalization. Learn more.

NASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:AAPLNASDAQ:QQQ
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October 19, 2023 11:30 AM ET

How to Analyze a Balance Sheet

Sarah Horvath

With the right tools and knowledge, you can confidently assess a company's financial health and balance sheet to make informed investment decisions.

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October 19, 2023 10:35 AM ET

What is a Futures Contract?

Sarah Horvath

What is a futures contract? A buyer and a seller enter a legally binding contract to trade an asset at a particular date for a specific price. Learn more.

NASDAQ:EBAYNYSEARCA:UCO
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What is a stop order? Image of a woman hiding her face behind red stop traffic symbol
October 19, 2023 9:58 AM ET

What is a Stop Order in Stocks? Uses for Individual Investors

Sarah Horvath

What is a stop order in stocks? A stop order automatically issues a market order to buy or sell a stock once its price reaches a target. Learn more.

NASDAQ:AAPLNASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:TSLA
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October 4, 2023 4:15 AM ET

Low PE Growth Stocks: Unlocking Investment Opportunities

Sarah Horvath

This article defines low P/E values and helps investors consider how a P/E value could influence potential stock value returns

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Financial Services Stocks Investing
September 26, 2023 12:10 PM ET

Financial Services Stocks Investing

Sarah Horvath

When you invest in financial stocks, you invest in banking, insurance and other financial services. Learn more about the best financial services stocks.

NASDAQ:EXA)NYSE:BRK-BOTCMKTS:BRK-A
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September 25, 2023 10:15 AM ET

Growth Stocks: What They Are, Examples and How to Invest

Sarah Horvath

What are growth stocks and how do you invest in them? This article teaches you about how invest in growth stocks (and identify them) with MarketBeat.

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September 15, 2023 11:20 AM ET

How to Invest in a Bull Market

Sarah Horvath

What is a bull market and how to invest in a bull market? Maximize your returns when stocks are on the rise. Learn more about investing in a bull market.

NASDAQ:EXA)NASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:LEA
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Image of lady looking at a formula on a chalkboard: What is the return on assets ratio formula? Learn more.
September 6, 2023 11:45 AM ET

What is the Return on Assets (ROA) Ratio? Overview and Formula

Sarah Horvath

What is the return on assets ratio (ROA)? It can help you measure return on investment (ROI). Learn more about the return on assets ratio formula and more.

NASDAQ:EXA)NYSE:LEANYSE:CI
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Anthropic on an iPhone; learn more: Can you buy Anthropic stock?
September 5, 2023 5:00 AM ET

Anthropic Stock: Is an IPO Coming Soon?

Sarah Horvath

Can you buy Anthropic stock? Anthropic is not yet publicly traded, but there are other ways you can get in on this branch of AI. Learn more.

NYSE:ABBNYNASDAQ:ROBTNASDAQ:INTC
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Image of OpenAI on a phone on a computer keyboard; learn about how to buy openai stock
August 23, 2023 5:00 AM ET

How to Buy OpenAI Stock: A Guide

Sarah Horvath

Can you buy OpenAI stock? Open AI is not yet publicly traded, but there are other ways you can get in on this branch of artificial intelligence. Learn more.

NYSE:ABBNYNASDAQ:GOOGNASDAQ:GOOGL
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