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1 Internet Stock on Our Watchlist and 2 We Turn Down
Consumer internet businesses are redefining how people engage with the world by giving them instant connectivity and convenience. This influence cuts both ways though because they have high exposure to the ups and downs of consumer spending, and the market seems to believe the tide is turning in the wrong direction - over the past six months, the industry has tumbled by 1.9%. This performance is a noticeable divergence from the S&P 500’s 10% return.
3 Value Stocks Worth Investigating
Value stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor. The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten.
1 Safe-and-Steady Stock to Target This Week and 2 That Underwhelm
Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.
2 Cash-Heavy Stocks to Target This Week and 1 We Turn Down
A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always. Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.
1 Safe-and-Steady Stock with Exciting Potential and 2 We Find Risky
Low-volatility stocks may offer stability, but that often comes at the cost of slower growth and the upside potential of more dynamic companies.
3 Industrials Stocks with Open Questions
Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. Their momentum is also rising as lower interest rates have incentivized higher capital spending. As a result, the industry has posted a 21.7% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 11.7 percentage points.
2 Consumer Stocks with Competitive Advantages and 1 Facing Challenges
Retailers are overhauling their operations as technology redefines the shopping experience. This includes developing an online presence to fend off e-commerce competitors, a strategy that has helped the industry maintain steady demand by giving it more sales channels. In turn, retail stocks were up 14.9% over the past six months compared to 10% for the S&P 500.
1 Safe-and-Steady Stock with Impressive Fundamentals and 2 Facing Headwinds
A stock with low volatility can be reassuring, but it doesn’t always mean strong long-term performance. Investors who prioritize stability may miss out on higher-reward opportunities elsewhere.
3 S&P 500 Stocks We Find Risky
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability. But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.
1 Unpopular Stock That Deserves Some Love and 2 Facing Headwinds
When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention. These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.