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Investment Ideas: Archive

Mark Zinski

Are Microcaps a Good Proxy for Private Equity?

Here we discuss how microcap stocks can offer a flavor of private equity while also offering some unique advantages.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Intriguing Auto Stocks to Buy Now

Several auto stocks are starting to stand out as new additions to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list this week.

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Andrew Rocco

Have Stocks Run too Far, Too Fast? (5 Clues)

Stocks have come a long way since bottoming in late 2022. However, data points suggest the bull market still has room to run.

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Andrew Rocco

How to Use AI and ChatGPT for Stock Trading

The AI revolution is here, and investors should learn to leverage breakthrough technologies like ChatGPT and Gemini to gain an edge in the stock market.

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Andrew Rocco

Will the Equity Bull Market Continue?

Five bullish catalysts suggest that stocks will be higher into year-end, including election year seasonality, AI leadership and potential interest rate drops.

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Derek Lewis

Are Stock Splits a Buy Signal?

Splits have been common news recently, but should investors dive in?

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Derek Lewis

Top S&P 500 Stocks of 2024: SMCI, CEG, NVDA Ride AI Wave

It's no secret that AI bullishness has pushed many stocks higher in 2024, a list that includes several S&P 500 members such as Super Micro Computer, Constellation Energy, and Nvidia.

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Andrew Rocco

How to Trade IPOs: Private vs. Public Investing

Public and private investing each have pros and cons. To be successful in public investing, investors should avoid three common pitfalls.

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Shaun Pruitt

2 Highly Ranked Finance Stocks to Buy with Generous Dividends

Considering their generous dividends now appears to be an ideal time to buy these highly ranked finance stocks as they are benefiting from strong business industries.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Broadcom's (AVGO) Stock After Strong Q2 Results?

Spiking over +15% in early morning trading, Broadcom's (AVGO) stock hit all-time highs today as AI helped the semiconductor titan post stellar growth for its fiscal second quarter.

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Derek Lewis

3 Buy Rated Stocks Flexing Robust Growth: ANF, BMI, CHWY

Growth investors have enjoyed a positive 2024, with stocks like Abercrombie & Fitch, Badger Meter and Chewy enjoying big runs so far this year.

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Shaun Pruitt

3 Highly Ranked Tech Stocks to Buy for Value

Here are three favorably valued top-rated tech stocks to consider after being added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list on Wednesday.

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Shaun Pruitt

Don't Overlook These Highly Ranked Medical Stocks as Markets Rise

With earnings estimate revisions on the rise for these top medical stocks, they certainly shouldn't be overlooked given their blazing historical performances.

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Derek Lewis

2 Traits of Shareholder Friendly Companies

Companies can demonstrate a shareholder-friendly nature by offering consistent dividend payouts and implementing share repurchase programs. But what are the benefits of each?

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Andrew Rocco

Cheaper isn't Always Better: How to Avoid the Stock Value Trap

Cheap valuations do not automatically make a stock a value proposition. In fact, investors who chase low valuation stocks will often get caught in value traps that underperform the market.

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Derek Lewis

3 Tech Stocks to Buy for Income and Growth: ROP, MU, GOOGL

For those interested in obtaining a blend of income and growth, Roper Technologies, Micron Technology, and Alphabet fit the criteria nicely.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Ride General Motors (GM) Stock for Higher Highs?

General Motors (GM) stock printed another day of fresh 52-week highs after the auto giant announced an additional $6 billion in stock buybacks.

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Andrew Rocco

Are Stock Splits Bullish? Lessons from Nvidia Stock Split

Stock splits are making headlines again after Nvidia split its stock on Monday. Investors should consider several factors when weighing the prospects of a recently split stock.

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Derek Lewis

3 Powerful Examples of the Zacks Rank: Nvidia, Netflix, Alphabet

The Zacks Rank has made the process of identifying stocks with changing earnings estimates easy and very profitable. Here's three examples of the system at work.

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Shaun Pruitt

Time to Buy Nvidia (NVDA) After 10-1 Stock Split?

Trading just over $120 a share, Nvidia's (NVDA) 10-1 stock split went into effect today making shares more accessible to a broader range of investors.

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Bryan Hayes

Tesla Stock Set for Outsized Move Amid Shareholder Vote

The stock could see a boost if shareholders vote in favor of the proposals, reflecting investor optimism about the company's future prospects.

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Andrew Rocco

How the Economic Calendar Can Spark Market Volatility

Volatility-inducing events, such as FOMC, earnings, and inflation numbers, can lead to market volatility. Savvy investors understand and prepare for market-moving economic events.

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Derek Lewis

What You Should Know About Dividend Paying Stocks

Dividend payments are essentially investors' versions of paydays. But what should investors know about dividend-paying stocks?

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Andrew Rocco

What is a Gamma Squeeze? Understand the GameStop Play

A gamma squeeze occurs when heavy call option buying sparks a feedback loop and rapid stock price hike (see GameStop). Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco explains.

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Derek Lewis

Know the 'Big 3' Investing Styles: Income, Value and Growth

There are many investing styles deployed, with the most common being income, growth or value-oriented. But what exactly do they entail?

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