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A Game-Changing Quarter For Hibbett Sports 
May 27, 2021 11:00 PM ET

A Game-Changing Quarter For Hibbett Sports 

Thomas Hughes

Hibbett Sports (NASDAQ: HIBB) is a post-pandemic play on retail with a lot going for it. Not only is the company supported by COVID-inspired social distancing and outdoor activities, but it is also supported by the reopening as well.

NASDAQ:HIBB
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Williams-Sonoma Keeps On Winning
May 27, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Williams-Sonoma Keeps On Winning

Thomas Hughes

Williams-Sonoma (NYSE: WSM) may be one of the less visible winners of the pandemic but it is well-deserving of its top placement. The company's efforts to establish its brands and build out its e-commerce empire before the pandemic help to position it for the post-pandemic world

NYSE:WSM
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AutoZone Pulls Back Into Buying Opportunity
May 26, 2021 9:00 AM ET

AutoZone Pulls Back Into Buying Opportunity

Thomas Hughes

We have been consistent buyers of AutoZone (NYSE: AZO) throughout the pandemic. The company's exposure to both the OEM and aftermarket car industry Including the do-it-yourselfers and Commercial Auto Service makes it more than well exposed to the current economy.

NYSE:AZO
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Zscaler, Inc. Is Scaling The Wall Of Worry
May 26, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Zscaler, Inc. Is Scaling The Wall Of Worry

Thomas Hughes

Zscaler, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZS) emerged as a mega win in 2020. Its position as a cloud-based Internet Security provider made it a go-to company for businesses around the world.

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V.F. Corporation Struggles For Traction
May 21, 2021 8:00 AM ET

V.F. Corporation Struggles For Traction

Thomas Hughes

We’ve like V.F. Corporation (NYSE: VFC) for a long time and not just as a reopening play. The company is a well-established, blue-chip name in consumer apparel with a nice dividend, a healthy portfolio of brands, and a growing direct-to-consumer business.

NYSE:VFC
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Palo Alto Networks Accelerates To New Highs 
May 21, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Palo Alto Networks Accelerates To New Highs 

Thomas Hughes

Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) is a poster-child for what has become our favorite theme in post-pandemic stocks. Companies like Palo Alto Networks had already been shifting, restructuring, refocusing, and reinvigorating their businesses

NYSE:PANW
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Petco Health And Wellness Company Pulls Back After Strong Quarter
May 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Petco Health And Wellness Company Pulls Back After Strong Quarter

Thomas Hughes

Petco Health (NASDAQ: WOOF) is not a new business but it is a new stock having IPO’d just 4 months ago. That said, it is one of the best-positioned petcare company’s on the market and offers incredibly diversified exposure to the industry.

NASDAQ:WOOF
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Foodservice Recovery Drives Hormel To New Highs
May 20, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Foodservice Recovery Drives Hormel To New Highs

Thomas Hughes

Hormel (NYSE: HRL) is the first of the major consumer staples company’s to report results reflecting the expected rebound in the hospitality sector.

NYSE:HRL
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Buy Shoe Carnival On Post-Earnings Weakness 
May 20, 2021 6:45 AM ET

Buy Shoe Carnival On Post-Earnings Weakness 

Thomas Hughes

Shoe Carnival (NASDAQ: SCVL) reported its Q1 report, sent shares into freefall and we can’t understand why. The company had a game-changing quarter that points to a sustained uptick in business, increased cash flow, growth, dividends

NASDAQ:SCVL
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Blowout Results May Not Sustain Target’s Rally 
May 19, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Blowout Results May Not Sustain Target’s Rally 

Thomas Hughes

Target (NYSE: TGT) has had a fantastic 2020/2021 months and for good reason. The company’s strategy had it aligned to meet consumer needs so when the pandemic struck Target was ready for business.

NYSE:TGT
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Don’t Rush To Buy Walmart, Extra Low Prices Are On The Way 
May 19, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Don’t Rush To Buy Walmart, Extra Low Prices Are On The Way 

Thomas Hughes

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) had a great quarter. The problem we have with the stock right now is akin to what we’re seeing in Home Depot and other big-name retailers.

NYSE:WMT
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The Container Store Has What Every Growth Stocks Needs 
May 19, 2021 7:00 AM ET

The Container Store Has What Every Growth Stocks Needs 

Thomas Hughes

The Container Store (NYSE: TCS) has what every growth stock needs and few have at this point in the market cycle: a very bright outlook. The company reported not only robust growth but growth above the consensus

NYSE:TCS
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Fisker Inc. Goes On Alert For Short-Squeeze Potential 
May 18, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Fisker Inc. Goes On Alert For Short-Squeeze Potential 

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Fisker are on the verge of a massive short-squeeze that could drive prices up by triple-digits.

NYSE:FSR
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Desktop Metal Is The Future Of Manufacturing, And A Deep Value
May 18, 2021 7:05 AM ET

Desktop Metal Is The Future Of Manufacturing, And A Deep Value

Thomas Hughes

We like Desktop Metal (NYSE: DM). The company is a leader in 3D printing with a focus on what they call Manufacturing 2.0. Manufacturing 2.0’s end goal is creating end-use parts with 3D printing technology from a wide variety of materials and at a low cost.

NYSE:DM
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Beware The Rebound In Home Depot 
May 18, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Beware The Rebound In Home Depot 

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Home Depot (NYSE: HD) are up nearly 3.0% in premarket trading because of a strong Q1 earnings report. The report beat the consensus in all metrics and reveals an acceleration of business if nothing else.

NYSE:HD
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4 EV Stocks With Sky High Short Interest 
May 18, 2021 4:00 AM ET

4 EV Stocks With Sky High Short Interest 

Thomas Hughes

With the entire EV market on the rocks these stocks look ripe for short-covering rallies and short-squeezes.

NYSE:GOEVNYSE:FSRNASDAQ:WKHS
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Two Niche Plays On EV To Put On Your Watchlist 
May 16, 2021 11:00 PM ET

Two Niche Plays On EV To Put On Your Watchlist 

Thomas Hughes

Looking for a niche opportunity in the high-growth EV industry then look no further than these two companies currently ramping production.

NYSE:LEVNASDAQ:LIU
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Freight Car America Gets Derailed
May 16, 2021 11:00 PM ET

Freight Car America Gets Derailed

Thomas Hughes

FreightCar America (NASDAQ: RAIL) has been working had on a transformation that is proving beneficial to the company. The problem is that Q1 results are far below expectations even with the weakly updated guidance and give little reason to own the stock

NASDAQ:RAIL
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Cricut, Inc Enters Hyper-Growth Phase
May 14, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Cricut, Inc Enters Hyper-Growth Phase

Thomas Hughes

In our quest to discover the most interesting investment opportunities we ran across Cricut (NASDAQ: CRCT). Cricut is a consumer-focused tech company operating a very interesting platform.

NASDAQ:CRCT
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It’s Not A Good Time To Own Aurora Cannabis 
May 14, 2021 7:00 AM ET

It’s Not A Good Time To Own Aurora Cannabis 

Thomas Hughes

It certainly doesn’t look like a good time to own Aurora Cannabis (NYSE: ACB) but it may be time to start loading up on shares again. The company’s stock is down another 10% in the wake of its Q3 earnings

NYSE:ACB
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Lowe’s Is An Attractive Buy Ahead Of Q1 Earnings 
May 13, 2021 10:08 AM ET

Lowe’s Is An Attractive Buy Ahead Of Q1 Earnings 

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Lowe's move higher after upgrade but investors should beware, the analysts are expecting a lot out of this company so results may not be enough to support price action.

NYSE:LOW
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Canada Goose Flies High On Results
May 13, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Canada Goose Flies High On Results

Thomas Hughes

Canada Goose (NYSE: GOOS) emerged as a second-half play for us in 2020 because of the strength of consumer trends produced by the pandemic.

NYSE:GOOS
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Jack In The Box, Inc Springs Past Targets, Shares Fall Anyway 
May 13, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Jack In The Box, Inc Springs Past Targets, Shares Fall Anyway 

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Jack In The Box pull back into correction territory after a blow out report, raising guidance, and increasing the dividend. Now is the time to start buying more shares.

NASDAQ:JACK
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Wolverine Worldwide, Inc Is A Buy On Post-Earnings Weakness 
May 13, 2021 4:00 AM ET

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc Is A Buy On Post-Earnings Weakness 

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Wolverine Worldwide are down more than 10% from their recent high and in deep correction despite better than expected earnings and positive guidance.

NYSE:WWW
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