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April 30, 2025 6:15 AM ET

3 Retail Stocks That Desperately Need a Tariff Break

Chris Markoch

Here are three retail stocks with heavy exposure to China and other Asian countries that are facing higher tariffs from the United States

NYSE:AEONYSE:LEVINYSE:VFC
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April 30, 2025 5:00 AM ET

CrowdStrike Stock Nears Record High, Dip Ahead of Earnings?

Chris Markoch

Despite having some strong fundamentals, CrowdStrike stock continues to be volatile and may be due for a pullback despite strong revenue growth

NASDAQ:CRWD
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April 28, 2025 10:23 AM ET

Best Defense Stocks in 2025... So Far

Chris Markoch

Discover top defense stocks for 2025—Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Axon—backed by rising government spending and national modernization efforts.

NASDAQ:AXONNYSE:LMTNYSE:NOC
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Gold Miners Ready for Breakout Amid Record High Prices
April 28, 2025 5:20 AM ET

Gold Miners Ready for Breakout Amid Record High Prices

Chris Markoch

Sustained higher gold prices support mining stocks, such as Agnico Eagle Mines and Freeport-McMoRan, which are expected to be the next part of gold's big move

NYSE:AEMNYSE:FCX
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April 26, 2025 5:49 AM ET

Churchill Downs Stock: Could Tariff Fears Dampen Derby Gains?

Chris Markoch

Churchill Downs stock sold off more than 16% after announcing it was pausing a renovation project due to tariff uncertainty, but the stock could be worth a bet

NASDAQ:CHDN
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April 26, 2025 5:28 AM ET

Is the Floor in for Lam Research After Bullish Earnings?

Chris Markoch

If Lam Research continues to build on its quarterly results, the current ceiling for LRCX stock may be a floor that lifts the stock, and possibly the sector

NASDAQ:LRCX
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April 25, 2025 6:15 AM ET

Is Intuitive Surgical a Buy After Volatile Reaction to Earnings?

Chris Markoch

Despite beating on the top and bottom lines, tariff uncertainty makes the outlook for ISRG stock fluid; investors may want to wait for clarity before jumping in

NASDAQ:ISRG
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April 25, 2025 6:00 AM ET

Viking Therapeutics Stock May Struggle After As-Expected Report

Chris Markoch

Viking Therapeutics stock is trying to push higher as investors attempt to sort out a report that delivered no real news that investors hadn’t already heard.

NASDAQ:VKTX
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April 25, 2025 5:30 AM ET

3 Stocks Presenting Generational Buying Opportunities

Chris Markoch

Investors can hold onto Chevron, UPS, and The Campbell’s Company to collect solid dividends today and strong growth in a recovering economy

NYSE:CVXNYSE:UPSNASDAQ:CPB
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April 25, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Lowe’s Pro Segment Boost: $1.3B Deal May Fuel Rebound

Chris Markoch

Lowe’s is acquiring Artisan Design Group to expand its Pro business and capitalize on the expected demand for 18 million homes by 2033

NYSE:LOWNYSE:HD
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April 24, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Why It May Be Time to Buy CrowdStrike Stock Heading Into Earnings

Chris Markoch

CRWD stock is consolidating around its 50-day and 100-day simple moving averages, and continued expansions to its Falcon platform should lead to strong earnings

NASDAQ:CRWD
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April 23, 2025 6:30 AM ET

Genuine Parts: Solid Earnings But Economic Uncertainties Remain

Chris Markoch

Genuine Parts stock is up slightly after a solid earnings report,, but tariff concerns overhang the company's forecast; valuation and dividend add appeal

NYSE:GPC
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April 23, 2025 5:23 AM ET

Could Palantir’s Latest Partnership Set a Base for a Move Higher?

Chris Markoch

Palantir and SpaceX are bidding on a "Golden Dome" defense system; if approved, the project could lead to significant annual recurring revenue

NASDAQ:PLTRNYSE:LMT
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April 22, 2025 9:43 AM ET

Investors Sell Microsoft Stock on OpenAI News—Time to Buy?

Chris Markoch

MSFT stock is down over 8.6% in the last five days over concern over OpenAI’s plans to acquire the AI company Windsurf; analysts are lowering their targets

NASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:GOOGL
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April 21, 2025 5:15 AM ET

Alcoa’s Solid Earnings Don’t Make Tariff Math Easier for AA Stock

Chris Markoch

Uncertainty around tariff policy leaves a range of options for AA stock that make it more appealing as a trade than an investment

NYSE:AA
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April 16, 2025 8:33 AM ET

Viking Therapeutics Stock Pops But Struggles to Hold Gains

Chris Markoch

VKTX stock shot higher after announcing a phase 3 trial for its GLP-1 drug candidate; but investors are concerned about a lack of support in Washington

NASDAQ:VKTXNYSE:NVONYSE:LLY
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April 16, 2025 7:35 AM ET

Gold Rally Continues: These 3 Mining Stocks Are Likely to Benefit

Chris Markoch

Gold mining stocks typically lag the price of physical gold, which means 2025 may be a big year for these three gold miners

NYSE:NEMNYSE:GOLDNYSE:FCX
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April 16, 2025 5:58 AM ET

Johnson & Johnson Earnings Were More Good Than Bad—Time to Buy?

Chris Markoch

Johnson & Johnson had more good than bad; investors should look at the entire report in context before deciding if JNJ stock is a good fit for their portfolios

NYSE:JNJ
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April 15, 2025 10:30 AM ET

CrowdStrike Stock Is a Buy as Cyberthreat Environment Expands

Chris Markoch

CRWD stock is up 7% in the last month and could retake its all-time high as the company's Falcon platform continues to see high adoption and retention

NASDAQ:CRWD
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April 15, 2025 6:37 AM ET

NATO Deal Sparks 4% Jump in Palantir Stock—What’s Next?

Chris Markoch

Palantir stock rises 4% after a NATO AI deal and new U.S. Army contract ease funding fears. Here’s why analysts are turning bullish on PLTR.

NASDAQ:PLTR
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April 15, 2025 5:14 AM ET

Microsoft: A Blend of Growth and Value Amid Tariff Concerns

Chris Markoch

Microsoft is a blue-chip stock that plays the role of a growth stock and value stock for investors who have a long-term outlook

NASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:AAPLNASDAQ:GOOGL
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April 14, 2025 5:04 AM ET

3 Safe Dividend Stocks as Investors Seek to Reset Diversification

Chris Markoch

Investors have been reminded that low growth is better than no growth; here are three dividend stocks that can provide shelter in the current storm

NYSE:PGNASDAQ:PEPNYSE:MCK
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April 14, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Roblox Hopes Targeted Advertising Hits the Mark With Investors

Chris Markoch

RBLX stock spiked after the company announced a partnership with Alphabet to launch programmatic advertising, but both fundamental and technical risks remain

NYSE:RBLXNASDAQ:GOOGLNASDAQ:TTD
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April 13, 2025 5:34 AM ET

Coca-Cola Stock Looks Refreshing After the Relief Rally

Chris Markoch

KO stock may leave short-term investors wanting more, but if you have a long time horizon, the current market environment may offer an enticing entry point

NYSE:KONYSE:BRK.BNYSE:MCD
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