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Jeffrey Neal Johnson, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

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Apple: A bite of reality in a volatile market
January 1, 2024 10:48 AM ET

Apple: A bite of reality in a volatile market

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Apple's 2023 journey showcased a stark contrast between a robust stock rise, revenue challenges, legal woes, and a resilient services sector.

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ethanol stocks to consider
December 29, 2023 10:49 AM ET

6 best ethanol stocks to buy now

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Ethanol is a renewable fuel made from plant materials collected and called biomass. Learn more about how to invest in ethanol stocks.

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Affirm's rise and the future of buy now, pay later
December 28, 2023 12:36 PM ET

Affirm's rise and the future of buy now, pay later

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Affirm's resurgence in the Buy Now, Pay Later market is marked by a soaring stock, and plans for global expansion and service diversification.

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Image of vertical farming with vegetables; learn more about how to invest in vertical farming stocks
December 28, 2023 11:30 AM ET

How to invest in vertical farming stocks

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Put simply, vertical farming does exactly what you’d expect: It involves farming up instead of outward. Learn how to invest in vertical farming stocks.

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SoftBank's billion-dollar bet pays off
December 27, 2023 12:19 PM ET

SoftBank's billion-dollar bet pays off

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

SoftBank achieves a substantial financial boost from a telecom merger presenting a mixed risk-reward scenario for potential investors.

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Piggy bank in glasses with calculator and coins on home or office background; How to invest in an IRA in six simple steps
December 22, 2023 9:19 AM ET

How to invest in an IRA in 6 simple steps

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) can help you plan for retirement. Check out the different accounts, including some that allow for tax-free withdrawals.

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FedEx experiences turbulence, missing the delivery deadline
December 20, 2023 9:42 AM ET

FedEx experiences turbulence, missing the delivery deadline

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Analyzing FedEx's turbulence to reveal economic challenges, competitive pressures, and financial implications.

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PayPal: A potential bullseye in a shifting market?
December 19, 2023 3:25 PM ET

PayPal: A potential bullseye in a shifting market?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Exploring PayPal's journey in the tech boom, its potential gains in a changing economy, and the uncertainties in valuation compared to its rivals.

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Boeing: Ready for take-off after a bumpy ride?
December 19, 2023 3:24 PM ET

Boeing: Ready for take-off after a bumpy ride?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Boeing takes flight on surging orders, internal shifts, and favorable market winds, though bumpy skies of legal woes and potential turbulence remain.

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Roblox: Building a Gaming Empire, Brick by Brick
December 19, 2023 5:46 AM ET

Roblox: Building a Gaming Empire, Brick by Brick

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Roblox is an exploding online platform that is seeing renewed investor buzz driven by financial improvements and ambitious plans.

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Costco’s earnings: Bulk buy blitz or bubble burst?
December 15, 2023 11:15 AM ET

Costco’s earnings: Bulk buy blitz or bubble burst?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Exploring Costco's financial surprises, competitive edge, and challenges in a changing retail landscape.

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Stethoscope on a rising chart; learn more about the best healthcare stocks
December 15, 2023 10:57 AM ET

6 best healthcare stocks to buy now

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Whether you invest in healthcare stocks for pharmaceuticals, medical devices or health insurance, the opportunities are limitless. Learn more with MarketBeat.

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Medical screening on tablet with overview of healthcare ETFs
December 15, 2023 10:27 AM ET

5 best healthcare sector ETFs

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

What do you need to know about investing in healthcare ETFs? Learn more about both healthcare and ETFs with MarketBeat.

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Chess gold leadership on the chessboard. How to trade in risk valuation situation. Money was allocate to portfolio efficiency. Investor can get more capital gain and dividend
December 14, 2023 8:50 AM ET

What is a Dividend King? 

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

What is a Dividend King? The Dividend Kings are companies who have increased their dividend payout for at least 50 consecutive years. Learn more.

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Pfizer: From pandemic hero to investor jitters
December 14, 2023 5:00 AM ET

Pfizer: From pandemic hero to investor jitters

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Pfizer's transitions from pandemic success to market concerns: analyzing revenue stagnation, investor reactions, and the company's strategic roadmap for growth.

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Dividends and graph is written by hand on blackboard; learn more about how to build a winning dividend investing strategy
December 13, 2023 12:00 PM ET

How to choose a winning dividend investing strategy

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Which dividend investing strategies appeal to your portfolio? Read on for how to choose a dividend investing strategy that makes sense.

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Customer Standing With Cart In Supermarket. What is the consumer staples sector? Find out with MarketBeat.
December 13, 2023 11:51 AM ET

How to pick the best dividend stocks

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A stock’s dividend yield is a key metric for investors, so what is a good dividend yield? We’ll explore the answer in this article.

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Oracle's Q2 earnings report: Cloud highs, app lows
December 12, 2023 11:13 AM ET

Oracle's Q2 earnings report: Cloud highs, app lows

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Oracle's mixed Q2 earnings revealed strong cloud infrastructure growth but also raised concerns about a revenue miss and application competitiveness.

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Occidental Petroleum: A Giant Awakens in the Permian
December 12, 2023 5:00 AM ET

Occidental Petroleum: A Giant Awakens in the Permian

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Occidental Petroleum expands Permian presence and production by strategically acquiring CrownRock.

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Kraft Heinz is a savory recipe for market success
December 8, 2023 11:24 AM ET

Kraft Heinz is a savory recipe for market success

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Kraft Heinz's strategic maneuvers and financial resurgence fuel a stock surge, drawing investor attention amid market dynamics and analyst optimism.

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Unpacking Hormel's future, one savory bite at a time
December 7, 2023 10:45 AM ET

Unpacking Hormel's future, one savory bite at a time

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

From SPAM® to plant-based, Hormel Foods navigates market dynamics, seeking future success.

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Shopping basket full groceries. What are consumer staples stocks?
December 7, 2023 10:44 AM ET

What are consumer staples stocks?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Consumer staples stocks come from companies that produce in-demand goods and offer investors a safe harbor during inflation. Learn more.

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Penny closeup; learn more about how to find penny stocks to invest and trade
December 7, 2023 8:23 AM ET

How to find penny stocks to invest and trade 

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Penny stocks, which trade for less than $5, might be the trading strategy for you. But how do you find penny stocks? We’ll help you with a step-by-step guide.

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Johnson & Johnson’s prescription for growth
December 6, 2023 12:16 PM ET

Johnson & Johnson’s prescription for growth

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

J&J projects 5-6% revenue growth in 2024, fueled by strong core businesses, acquisitions, and a robust pipeline targeting $57 billion in drug sales by 2025.

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