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Factset Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) Could Still Be A Buy For Contrarian Investors
December 20, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Factset Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) Could Still Be A Buy For Contrarian Investors

Thomas Hughes

Factset Research Systems (NYSE:FDS) emerged as a buyable stock for me early in the pandemic because its revenue proved pandemic resistant, the stock was woefully underloved by the analysts

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Jabil (NASDAQ:JBL) Pops On Earnings And Outlook
December 18, 2020 4:00 AM ET

Jabil (NASDAQ:JBL) Pops On Earnings And Outlook

Thomas Hughes

The other is consumer spending and Jabil (NASDAQ:JBL) is benefiting from both. The pandemic made the world lean heavily on technology, proving its worth to society and accelerating the shift to digital.

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The Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Investment Thesis Falls Apart
December 17, 2020 11:00 PM ET

The Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Investment Thesis Falls Apart

Thomas Hughes

And that’s the problem for Steelcase (NYSE:SCS). Residential furniture is booming but Steelcase deals more in industrial-use furniture than anything else.

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Apogee Falls On Earnings And Improved Financial Condition
December 17, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Apogee Falls On Earnings And Improved Financial Condition

Thomas Hughes

At first glance, you might think Apogee Enterprises (NASDAQ:APOG) is well-positioned as a manufacturer of windows but then again, maybe not.

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The Toro Company Is A Raging Bull You Want To Own
December 17, 2020 4:03 AM ET

The Toro Company Is A Raging Bull You Want To Own

Thomas Hughes

One of the stickiest trends sparked by the pandemic the flight-to-the-suburbs. And with a new home comes a lawn and lawncare, and that’s great news for the Toro Company (NYSE:TTC).

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Consider Lennar Corporation Now, While It’s Still Cheap
December 16, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Consider Lennar Corporation Now, While It’s Still Cheap

Thomas Hughes

If anyone is surprised by the strength shown in Lennar Corporation’s (NYSE:LEN) FQ4/calendar Q3 report they are not paying attention to the housing market

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3 Hyper-Growth Stocks For 2021 And Beyond
December 16, 2020 3:45 AM ET

3 Hyper-Growth Stocks For 2021 And Beyond

Thomas Hughes

The stocks I am highlighting today are all poised for rapid growth within rapidly growing industries, they are supported by secular trends,

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American Outdoor Brands Is A Screaming Buy
December 15, 2020 11:00 PM ET

American Outdoor Brands Is A Screaming Buy

Thomas Hughes

The company’s results were supported by robust demand across all segments that included a partial quarter for recently spun American Outdoor Brands. That’s why it’s no surprise American Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ:AOUT) also saw a blow-out quarter.

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Winnebago (NYSE:WGO) Is A Buy Ahead Of Earnings
December 15, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Winnebago (NYSE:WGO) Is A Buy Ahead Of Earnings

Thomas Hughes

The shift to social distancing will pass for some industries but has only reinvigorated the love of outdoor recreation shared by so many American’s. And that’s is core to why Winnebago (NYSE:WGO) is a buy before it reports earnings on 12/18/2020.

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Analysts Warm Up To Hotel Stocks, So Should You
December 14, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Analysts Warm Up To Hotel Stocks, So Should You

Thomas Hughes

The hotel stocks, particularly the big, globally-oriented chains, have seen a steady increase in analyst sentiment that is opening up an opportunity for investors today.

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The Furniture Industry Is Levered For Big Profits
December 13, 2020 11:00 PM ET

The Furniture Industry Is Levered For Big Profits

Thomas Hughes

Basically, the trade war sparked an improvement in operational efficiencies that have the industry set up for profits now. Not only have the industry’s supply chain issues been largely mitigated but margins are widening and business is accelerating.

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Hooker Furniture (NASDAQ:HOFT) Is A Comfortable Small-Cap Dividend
December 11, 2020 3:30 AM ET

Hooker Furniture (NASDAQ:HOFT) Is A Comfortable Small-Cap Dividend

Thomas Hughes

Those disruptions are tied to the trade war (remember that?) and were only exacerbated by the pandemic. Now, three quarters into the crisis, operators like Hooker Furniture (NASDAQ:HOFT) are in a rebound that will last for at least another three.

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RH (NYSE:RH) Is Levered For Big Gains
December 10, 2020 11:00 PM ET

RH (NYSE:RH) Is Levered For Big Gains

Thomas Hughes

Companies like RH (NYSE:RH) (formerly known as Restoration Hardware) have been able to drastically improve their margins even while business flagged putting them in a position to leverage sales growth.

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Johnson Outdoors (NASDAQ:JOUT) Is At The Nexus Of Multiple Trends
December 10, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Johnson Outdoors (NASDAQ:JOUT) Is At The Nexus Of Multiple Trends

Thomas Hughes

Johnson Outdoors (NASDAQ:JOUT) is one of those hum-drum investments that tends to not get much spotlight. The company makes outdoor electronics including trolling motors, depth finders, and other high-tech gear

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The Lovesac Company Is A Hyper-Growth Story You Might Want To Own
December 10, 2020 3:45 AM ET

The Lovesac Company Is A Hyper-Growth Story You Might Want To Own

Thomas Hughes

The Lovesac Company (NASDAQ:LOVE) is one of those stocks I just happened to run across one day and am glad I did. To call it a microcap is an overstatement.

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Campbell’s (NYSE:CPB) Is So Much More Than Soup
December 9, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Campbell’s (NYSE:CPB) Is So Much More Than Soup

Thomas Hughes

Campbell Soup Company is so much more than just soup and it is time that investors wizen up to that fact. The company has been diversifying its portfolio for years

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Three Reason’s It’s Time To Buy Adobe (NASDAQ:ADBE)
December 9, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Three Reason’s It’s Time To Buy Adobe (NASDAQ:ADBE)

Thomas Hughes

If Adobe (NASDAQ:ADBE) has proved one thing this year it is that its businesses are immune to the pandemic. As a leader in digital media, the company is well-positioned for the ongoing shift to digitization

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Thor Industries (NYSE:THO) Hammer’s Down On Growth
December 8, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Thor Industries (NYSE:THO) Hammer’s Down On Growth

Thomas Hughes

If you don’t already have some Thor Industries (NYSE:THO) in your dividend-growth/income portfolio it’s time to start picking some up. The coming is riding a wave of demand that is going to drive revenue and profits

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3 Education Stocks To Stuff Your Stocking With
December 8, 2020 11:00 PM ET

3 Education Stocks To Stuff Your Stocking With

Thomas Hughes

Results from across the educational spectrum show increased demand for services and materials that isn’t going to let up soon.

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Three Upgrades You Can Buy Right Now
December 8, 2020 4:30 AM ET

Three Upgrades You Can Buy Right Now

Thomas Hughes

Analysts have upgraded these three stocks and the time to buy is now Broadcom, Boeing, and Lyft present opportunities for growth

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Smith & Wesson Brands (NASDAQ:SWBI) Is Loaded For Double-Digit Gains
December 6, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Smith & Wesson Brands (NASDAQ:SWBI) Is Loaded For Double-Digit Gains

Thomas Hughes

Smith & Wesson Brands (NASDAQ:SWBI) reported a fantastic fiscal 2nd quarter and it looks like these gains could stick. Based on the number of federal background checks and the number of 1st-time buyers

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Mall Retailers: Two To Avoid, One To Buy
December 6, 2020 11:00 PM ET

Mall Retailers: Two To Avoid, One To Buy

Thomas Hughes

If you operate in the right category and have a solid eCommerce presence business is booming. If not, well if not then the business isn’t so hot.

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Betting On Tilly’s Inc (NYSE:TLYS) 12% Yield
December 5, 2020 5:00 AM ET

Betting On Tilly’s Inc (NYSE:TLYS) 12% Yield

Thomas Hughes

Tilly’s Inc (NYSE:TLYS) is another mall-based retailer outperforming its expectations. The company reported 3Q earnings this week and smashed through the consensus producing not only sequential growth

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Five Below (NASDAQ:FIVE) Rises To New Highs But Wait To Buy It
December 4, 2020 4:02 AM ET

Five Below (NASDAQ:FIVE) Rises To New Highs But Wait To Buy It

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Five Below (NASDAQ:FIVE) are trading at 75X this year’s earnings and nearly 40X next years. That's not really a bargain but you have to consider the fact this company is growing and by double digits

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