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Ambarella freeway computer circuit board
December 2, 2024 6:45 AM ET

Ambarella’s Traction Drives Stock Surge: Market Reversal Underway

Thomas Hughes

Ambarella had a solid quarter in Q3 and raised guidance, leading the analysts to lift their stock price targets and send the market into a melt-up.

NASDAQ:ADINASDAQ:SMCINASDAQ:GFS
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Workday logo on smartphone screen. - Stock Editorial Photography
December 2, 2024 6:30 AM ET

Contrarian Play: Why Workday Stock Is a Buy After Guidance Cut

Thomas Hughes

Workday is well-positioned to benefit from AI demand with its easy-to-use, scalable solutions for HR and financial departments.

NASDAQ:WDAY
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August 6, 2024, Paraguay. In this photo illustration, the Semtech Corporation logo is displayed on a smartphone screen - Stock Editorial Photography
December 2, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Semtech Stock Leads Industrial Semiconductors' Comeback

Thomas Hughes

Semtech emerged strongly from inventory correction. A surge in data center business tied to AI helped with strength and is expected to drive results in 2025.

NASDAQ:SMTC
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December 2, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Dogs of Tech: 3 Semiconductor Stocks Set for a 2025 Rebound

Thomas Hughes

Semiconductor manufacturers like GlobalFoundries, Microchip Technologies, and Intel are down in the dumps in 2024 but expected to revert to growth in 2025.

NASDAQ:MCHPNASDAQ:INTCNASDAQ:GFS
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April 04th 2024. The logo of Analog Devices on the screen of an exchange. Analog Devices price stocks, $ADI on a device. — Stock Editorial Photography
December 1, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Analog Devices: Why the Uptrend Could Accelerate in 2025

Thomas Hughes

Analog Devices is on track to resume growth in fiscal 2025 and is cautiously optimistic it will be a strong year with improvement in all end markets.

NASDAQ:ADI
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Dhaka, Bangladesh- 20 Aug 2024: Zeta logo is displayed on smartphone. — Stock Editorial Photography
November 29, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Zeta Global Holdings Insiders Buy Stock After Short-Report

Thomas Hughes

Insider trading in Zeta Global Holdings is a much-needed sign of financial stability following a scathing short report that shaved 50% off the stock price.

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Columbus,Ohio-USA June 20,2019: Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. is an American sporting goods retail company, based in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. — Stock Editorial Photography
November 28, 2024 5:30 AM ET

DICK'S Sporting Goods: The Under-the-Radar Buy-and-Hold Winner

Thomas Hughes

Dick's Sporting Goods is worthy of a place in a dividend-growth portfolio sustaining healthy cash flow, growth, the balance sheet, and capital returns.

NYSE:DKSNYSE:WMTNYSE:TGT
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Photo of silver balls making the shape of an arrow, with a red ball at the tip; symbolizing how leadership can increase company value
November 26, 2024 9:05 AM ET

2 Magnificent CEOs: Why Buy Stock in Any Company They Are Running

Thomas Hughes

Strong CEOs like Brian Niccol and Laura Alber drive growth, profitability, and shareholder returns, making their companies smart investment choices.

NYSE:DISNASDAQ:SBUXNYSE:WSM
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November 26, 2024 5:13 AM ET

MicroStrategy Stock Could Gain 50%, But Be Ready for Volatility

Thomas Hughes

MicroStrategy stock is on fire and could rise by another 50% in 2025 as Bitcoin prices rise and crypto-friendly regulators take office.

NASDAQ:MSTR
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July 21, 2022, Brazil. In this photo illustration, the Super Micro Computer, Inc. logo seen displayed on a smartphone screen — Stock Editorial Photography
November 25, 2024 7:03 AM ET

Super Micro’s Stock Price Is Ready to Rebound After Market Reset

Thomas Hughes

The Super Micro Computer stock price is at bottom, waiting for the accounting issues to be resolved: a positive outcome will spark a short squeeze.

NASDAQ:SMCI
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November 25, 2024 6:30 AM ET

3 Forces Shaping a Bullish 2025 Outlook

Thomas Hughes

The S&P 500 is on track to hit a new high soon and open the door to another 1,300 basis point rally that could happen before the end of next year.

NYSE:WMTNYSE:TJXNYSE:WSM
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August 22, 2024, Paraguay. In this photo illustration, the Snowflake logo is displayed on a smartphone screen — Stock Editorial Photography
November 22, 2024 6:30 AM ET

Snowflake Melts Up as Analysts Shift Gears; Higher Prices To Come

Thomas Hughes

Snowflake's stock price is melting up after a solid report and a new deal with Anthropic that will help the company sustain double-digit growth in 2025.

NYSE:SNOW
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November 22, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Santa Claus Rally: 4 Reasons Stocks Could End the Year Strong

Thomas Hughes

The S&P 500 can continue to rally through year's end due to earnings growth, cash flow and the growing capital returns from blue chip companies.

NYSE:WMTNYSE:TJXNYSE:WSM
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Dhaka, Bangladesh- 07 Aug 2024: Palo Alto Networks logo is displayed on smartphone. Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity leader offering firewall and cloud-based security solutions. — Stock Editorial Photography
November 21, 2024 8:31 AM ET

Why Palo Alto Networks' Multi-Year Uptrend Is Far From Over

Thomas Hughes

Palo Alto Networks can sustain its multi-year uptrend because it is the leading cyber security provider, supported by numerous business tailwinds.

NASDAQ:PANW
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The TJX Companies logo store retail
November 21, 2024 7:00 AM ET

TJX Companies Stock Poised to Hit a New High This Year

Thomas Hughes

The TJX Companies is trending higher and likely to continue rising due to its quality operations, robust cash flow, and capital returns.

NYSE:TJX
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November 21, 2024 6:33 AM ET

NVIDIA Growth Slows: So What? The Uptrend Will Continue

Thomas Hughes

NVIDIA's Q3 results are impressive as ever, with data center revenue growing by triple digits and the demand outlook for Blackwell improving.

NASDAQ:NVDA
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Medtronic medical technology
November 21, 2024 6:30 AM ET

Medtronic: A Dividend Aristocrat Powering Up for 2025 and Beyond

Thomas Hughes

Medtronic's stock price is in a classic head-and-shoulders reversal that could take it back to record highs within the next two years.

NYSE:MDT
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Flowood, MS - 2021: Lowe's is a retail chain of home improvement supply stores - Stock Editorial Photography
November 21, 2024 5:45 AM ET

Lowe’s Stock Dip: Don’t Miss This Second-Chance Entry Point

Thomas Hughes

Lowe's has headwinds in 2024 but they should revert to tailwinds in 2025 as lower interest rates and easing regulations impact the economy.

NYSE:HDNYSE:WMTNYSE:LOW
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Las Vegas - Circa June 2019: Walmart Retail Location. Walmart is boosting its internet and ecommerce presence to keep up with competitors V - Stock Editorial Photography
November 21, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Tailwinds Drive Walmart Higher, Uptrend Shows No Signs of Slowing

Thomas Hughes

Walmart had a strong quarter, outpacing the analyst's consensus and raising guidance, pointing to a merry and bright holiday shopping season.

NYSE:WMT
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Lafayette - Circa July 2019: Target Retail Store Baskets. Target Sells Home Goods, Clothing and Electronics V — Stock Editorial Photography
November 20, 2024 8:36 AM ET

Target Results Are Not a Retail Bellwether: Why the Dip Is a Buy

Thomas Hughes

Target had a weak quarter and reduced its guidance, sending shares to seek stronger support levels. The time to buy it is now, with shares down more than 20%.

NYSE:WMTNYSE:WSMNYSE:TJX
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Williams Sonoma logo on smartphone
November 20, 2024 7:22 AM ET

Williams-Sonoma Stock: Buy It and Never Let It Go

Thomas Hughes

Earnings from retailer Williams-Sonoma are beyond compare and drive a healthy capital return while sustaining robust share buybacks.

NYSE:WSM
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November 20, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Don't Miss a Second Chance to Buy These 2024 Winners for 2025

Thomas Hughes

Meta Platforms and Amazon stock prices are pulling back from highs, opening buying opportunities that can pay off by double-digits in 2025.

NASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:META
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Palo Alto Networks sign and logo at Silicon Valley headquarters campus under blue sky - Santa Clara, CA, USA - 2020
November 19, 2024 7:59 AM ET

3 Hot Stock Trends to Ride Into 2025 

Thomas Hughes

Analysts are lifting their price targets for these companies and leading their markets to new highs. Growth is expected to be sustained in 2023.

NYSE:CRMNASDAQ:BKNGNASDAQ:PANW
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Photo of a Netflix logo on a TV screen, a container of spilled popcorn across the table in front of it.
November 19, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Insiders Selling Into 3 Rallies: Investors Should Do the Opposite

Thomas Hughes

Insiders are selling into these three rallies, but investors shouldn't. The stocks rally for a reason, and insiders simply take advantage of high prices.

NASDAQ:NFLXNASDAQ:FASTNASDAQ:ISRG
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