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December 31, 2024 6:00 AM ET

Woodward: Delivering Critical Components for the Aerospace Boom

Jea Yu

Woodward Inc. reports record 2024 growth. With strong aerospace sales and a promising 2025 outlook, WWD stock presents opportunities for savvy investors.

NASDAQ:WWDNYSE:RTXNYSE:CAT
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December 31, 2024 5:28 AM ET

Pfizer: 4 Reasons to Buy This Stock

Jea Yu

Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) stock is trading back down near its pandemic lows. Every time it attempts to climb over the $30 mark, something ca

NYSE:PFENYSE:LLY
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December 30, 2024 6:36 AM ET

Starbucks: 4 Reasons to Buy on Overblown Strike Fears

Jea Yu

Coffee retailer Starbucks Co. (NASDAQ: SBUX) stock sold off for the majority of December 2024 as its union workers went on a five-day strike on December 20.

NASDAQ:SBUXOTCMKTS:CMG.BNYSE:CMG
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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 30, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Why Alphabet Could Be the Best Magnificent 7 Stock to Own

Leo Miller

Google stock is trading at the lowest forward valuation among its Magnificent Seven peers. Is it the best of the bunch to own going forward?

NASDAQ:GOOGL
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December 30, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Hidden Gems: Uncovering 2024's Best Software Stocks

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Beyond the tech titans, hidden software development gems are quietly delivering impressive returns and shaping the future of the software sector.

NASDAQ:ALABNASDAQ:HCPNASDAQ:ALAB
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Palantir Nasdaq-100
December 30, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Palantir's Stock Dominance Set to Continue as It Joins Nasdaq-100

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Palantir stock's price action has dominated the technology and cybersecurity industries in 2024. Still, there are themes pointing to a repeat in 2025.

NASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:PLTR
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December 29, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Power Up: Gaming Industry Expansion Fuels Stock Opportunities

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

The expansion of the gaming sector presents opportunities for investors who seek companies with strong user growth, solid financials, and innovative platforms.

NYSE:RBLXNASDAQ:NTES
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December 29, 2024 5:00 AM ET

These 3 Quirky ETFs May Be Strong Plays in 2025

Nathan Reiff

Heading into an uncertainty for the markets in 2025, investors may be looking to make big bold moves—or to strike a balance with defense. These ETFs do both.

NYSEARCA:HCMTNYSEARCA:AETHNYSEARCA:FLYU
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Occidental Petroleum
December 28, 2024 6:00 AM ET

Buffett Takes the Bait; Berkshire Buys More Oxy in December

Thomas Hughes

Occidental Petroleum's rapidly improving financial condition drives Berkshire Hathaway, which continues to increase its common stock investment.

NYSE:BRK.ANYSE:OXY
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December 28, 2024 5:45 AM ET

Top 3 ETFs to Hedge Against Inflation in 2025

Nathan Reiff

Inflation has the potential to erode investment portfolios—three ETFs may help investors to protect against a potential increase in inflation in 2025.

NYSEARCA:TIPNYSEARCA:USONYSEARCA:BKLN
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December 28, 2024 5:30 AM ET

These 3 Chip Stock Kings Are Still Buys for 2025

Leo Miller

These three chip stocks are largely unrivaled when it comes to dominating their area of expertise. This puts them in a great position as we enter 2025.

NASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:AMDNASDAQ:AVGO
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Lithium and Rare Earth Elements
December 28, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Rare Earth Revolution: Powering the Future of Technology

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

The growing demand for advanced technologies across multiple sectors is driving growth in the rare earth metals and specialty chemicals market.

NYSE:ALBNYSE:MPNYSEARCA:REMX
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December 27, 2024 9:53 AM ET

S&P 500 ETFs: Expense Ratios That Can Boost Your Long-Term Gains

Nathan Reiff

With the S&P 500 hitting record highs many times in 2024, there remain many compelling reasons for investors to enter (or add to) positions in S&P 500 ETFs.

NYSEARCA:SPYNYSEARCA:VOONYSEARCA:IVV
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December 27, 2024 9:26 AM ET

How AI Implementation Could Help MongoDB Roar Back in 2025

Leo Miller

Tech stock MongoDB is looking to rebound in 2025 after losing over a third of its value in 2024. The progression of the AI evolution may give it a hand.

NASDAQ:MDB
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December 27, 2024 6:00 AM ET

Hedge Funds Boost Oil Positions: Is a Major Rally on the Horizon?

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Hedge funds are boosting their oil positions by the fastest pace all year. Now, investors can understand some of the reasoning behind these decisions.

NYSEARCA:XLENYSEARCA:USONYSE:OXY
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December 27, 2024 5:45 AM ET

Power Play: Japan’s Top Auto Stocks Eye Historic Merger

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi are exploring a strategic merger to become a global automotive powerhouse and accelerate the development of electric vehicles.

OTCMKTS:NSANYOTCMKTS:MSBHYNYSE:HMC
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December 27, 2024 5:30 AM ET

S&P 500 Earnings Set to Shine: January's Critical Market Test

Thomas Hughes

The analysts expect S&P 500 earnings growth to accelerate in Q4 and be led by the financials, including JPMorgan Chase & Company.

NYSE:VNYSE:MANYSE:JPM
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December 27, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Reddit Stock Dominated 2024—Why the Rally Isn’t Over Yet

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Reddit stock dominated the technology sector during 2024, however, there are plenty of points and factors that could push it higher in 2025.

NASDAQ:GOOGLNASDAQ:METANYSE:RDDT
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December 27, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Investing in Sustainable Solutions: 2 Top Water Tech Stocks

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Companies like Xylem and Valmont are poised for growth as demand for water technology solutions increases globally.

NYSE:XYLNYSE:VMI
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NEW YORK, NY, USA - APRIL 17, 2019: Rivian is new electric vehicle shown at the New York International Auto Show 2019, at the Jacob Javits Center. This was Press Preview Day One of NYIAS
December 27, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Rivian's Rebound: Should This EV Stock Be on Your Radar?

Leo Miller

Rivian shares have rebounded strongly over the past month, up +30%. Is now the time to get in on this EV maker that's is pushing hard to improve profitability?

OTCMKTS:VWAGYNASDAQ:RIVN
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December 26, 2024 8:23 AM ET

Top 3 Investment Themes to Watch for in 2025

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

These are the main themes taking over the markets in 2025, ones that investors should consider when aligning their portfolios.

NYSE:BABANASDAQ:PDDNYSE:NIO
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December 26, 2024 7:56 AM ET

Mega Buybacks in 2025: Why These 3 Leading Stocks Are Buys

Thomas Hughes

Kroger, Mondelez, and Shoe Carnival announced major buyback plans that will help support their price action in 2025, and investors should take notice.

NASDAQ:SCVLNASDAQ:MDLZNYSE:KR
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