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Flexsteel Flexes Its Muscles In The Second-Quarter
August 24, 2021 6:00 AM ET

Flexsteel Flexes Its Muscles In The Second-Quarter

Thomas Hughes

Flexsteel (NASDAQ: FLXS) absolutely smashed all expectations for the fourth quarter. The combination of retail demand for furniture coupled with pent-up and delayed demand for commercial furniture pushed company revenues to an all-time high.

NASDAQ:FLXS
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Traeger, Inc, It's A Smoking Hot Stock
August 24, 2021 3:00 AM ET

Traeger, Inc, It's A Smoking Hot Stock

Thomas Hughes

Traeger, Inc. (NYSE: COOK)  has been a smoking hot issue since its IPO only a few short weeks ago. The company manufactures and markets a range of BBQ grilling products that are supported by a healthy digital platform its users love.

NYSE:COOK
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Ituran Location and Control LTD, For Your Smallcap Dividend Portfolio
August 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Ituran Location and Control LTD, For Your Smallcap Dividend Portfolio

Thomas Hughes

Ituran Location and Control (NASDAQ: ITRN) is a small Israeli-based company providing digital services to vehicle owners. The company's clients range from individuals to OEM manufacturers, its products and services include location and antitheft controls

NASDAQ:ITRN
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The Bottom Could Be In For JD.com
August 23, 2021 6:00 AM ET

The Bottom Could Be In For JD.com

Thomas Hughes

If you're looking to gain exposure to China JD.com (NASDAQ: JD) is not a bad choice. The company is an eCommerce giant and retail infrastructure provider akin to Amazon and growing by double digits

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Deere & Company Plows Through The Consensus
August 20, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Deere & Company Plows Through The Consensus

Thomas Hughes

Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) continues to perform exceptionally well. The company's rebound is firing on all cylinders and aided by a new focus on technology.

NYSE:DE
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Cautious Ross Stores Falls On Weak Guidance
August 20, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Cautious Ross Stores Falls On Weak Guidance

Thomas Hughes

Ross Stores (NASDAQ: ROST) gave the market nearly everything that it wanted in the Q2 earnings report. Revenue is bouncing back strongly, tailwinds are producing better-than-expected results, and earnings leverage is back in the picture.

NASDAQ:ROST
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Three (3) Retailers Raising Their Guidance
August 20, 2021 3:00 AM ET

Three (3) Retailers Raising Their Guidance

Thomas Hughes

The retail sector is moving higher after a round of better than expected results and increased guidance. These three stocks stand out as winners among the group.

NYSE:MNYSE:KSSNASDAQ:WOOF
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BJ's Wholesale Club Is Still A Growing Value
August 19, 2021 8:00 AM ET

BJ's Wholesale Club Is Still A Growing Value

Thomas Hughes

BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) is a true pandemic success story. Not content to idly sit by and watch events unfold, the company boldly began working on several initiatives that have helped sustain growth into 2021.

NYSE:BJ
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NVIDIA Is On The Verge Of A Major Rally
August 19, 2021 7:00 AM ET

NVIDIA Is On The Verge Of A Major Rally

Thomas Hughes

NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), and the entire chip industry, has been in the market's crosshairs for months. The growing inventory crisis in the microchip industry is causing supply chain disruptions for many businesses but driving robust revenue gains for chipmakers

NASDAQ:NVDA
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The Bottom Is In For Brinker International
August 19, 2021 3:06 AM ET

The Bottom Is In For Brinker International

Thomas Hughes

The market for Brinker International put in a bottom following the fiscal Q4 earnings release.

NYSE:EAT
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It's Rally On For The TJX Companies
August 18, 2021 8:00 AM ET

It's Rally On For The TJX Companies

Thomas Hughes

The TJX Companies (NYSE: TJX) first emerged as a play on the pandemic rebound because of its strong capital position. Its strong capital position allowed it to weather the storm so that it could capture expected trends in the second half of 2020 and the first half of 2021.

NYSE:TJX
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La-Z-Boy Vigorously Executing Growth Strategy With Success
August 18, 2021 7:00 AM ET

La-Z-Boy Vigorously Executing Growth Strategy With Success

Thomas Hughes

La-Z-Boy (NYSE: LZB) has been vigorously executing initiatives that began even before the pandemic struck. Not only has the business been investing in its supply chain but it has also been expanding its capacity to meet robust demand.

NYSE:LZB
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Walmart Is On Breakout Watch After Strong Earnings
August 18, 2021 4:05 AM ET

Walmart Is On Breakout Watch After Strong Earnings

Thomas Hughes

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) just proved, again, that it is not your average retailer. While the average retailer has seen its sales flatten or decline over the past few months, Walmart sales have been steadily rising.

NYSE:WMT
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It Might Be Time To Shed Home Depot
August 17, 2021 8:00 AM ET

It Might Be Time To Shed Home Depot

Thomas Hughes

The analysts were getting a little bit bullish on Home Depot (NYSE: HD) going into the second-quarter report but those hopes were dashed. Analysts at Morgan Stanley, Evercore ISI, and Raymond James all came out with positive commentary

NYSE:HD
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Roblox Disappoints The Market With Stunning Report
August 17, 2021 7:05 AM ET

Roblox Disappoints The Market With Stunning Report

Thomas Hughes

Roblox (NYSE: RBLX) has been a fairly high-profile company this year. The company operates a gaming platform that services both developers and gamers that it calls the metaverse

NYSE:RBLX
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2 Under-The-Radar Retail Upgrades That Shouldn't Be Ignored
August 17, 2021 4:00 AM ET

2 Under-The-Radar Retail Upgrades That Shouldn't Be Ignored

Thomas Hughes

While the mainstream media is focused on the bigger more important issues at hand the stock market is quietly going about its business. Part of that business is upgrading and downgrading stocks and Monday's news included two upgrades that we find interesting.

NASDAQ:PLCE
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FreightCar America, Inc. Is About To Leave The Station
August 16, 2021 9:00 AM ET

FreightCar America, Inc. Is About To Leave The Station

Thomas Hughes

We expected a lot more from FreightCar America, Inc (NASDAQ: RAIL) and so did the analysts. The company's revenue missed consensus by a wide margin on less than expected deliveries but the details of the report are mixed

NASDAQ:RAIL
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Paysafe Beats Consensus But The Market Doesn't Care
August 15, 2021 11:00 PM ET

Paysafe Beats Consensus But The Market Doesn't Care

Thomas Hughes

Paysafe (NASDAQ: PSFE) had a strong quarter just like we thought it would but there are two big problems with the report. The first, and to us the worst of the two problems, is the guidance.

NASDAQ:PSPE
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The Bottom Is In For GreenPower Motor Company
August 13, 2021 8:00 AM ET

The Bottom Is In For GreenPower Motor Company

Thomas Hughes

Shares of GreenPower Motor Company are ready to move higher on rapidly ramping production and expected acceleration of deliveries in the 3rd quarter.

NASDAQ:GP
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Short Sellers Step On Cricut, Inc
August 13, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Short Sellers Step On Cricut, Inc

Thomas Hughes

Cricut, Inc (NASDAQ: CRCT) caught our attention earlier this year shortly after its IPO. The company's Q1 earnings report was a blowout and opened our eyes to what we see as the new age for crafting.

NASDAQ:CRCT
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eBay Falls After Weak Guidance Saps Investor Sentiment
August 13, 2021 4:02 AM ET

eBay Falls After Weak Guidance Saps Investor Sentiment

Thomas Hughes

It's time to take profits on eBay and wait until the next good time to buy the stock.

NASDAQ:EBAY
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Dillard's Wins The Mall Wars
August 12, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Dillard's Wins The Mall Wars

Thomas Hughes

It looks like Dillard's (NYSE: DDS) wins the mall wars. The debate about whether the mall is still relevant aside, Dillard's is the only major department-store operator to grace mini local malls and the competition is dwindling.

NYSE:DDS
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Blink Charging Co., A Short Squeeze In The Making
August 12, 2021 6:00 AM ET

Blink Charging Co., A Short Squeeze In The Making

Thomas Hughes

Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: BLNK) is quickly becoming a new focus for the market. Not only are investors seeking investment opportunities in EV stocks other than OEM manufacturers but Blink Charging Co. and stocks like it are getting a boost from infrastructure legislation

NASDAQ:BLNK
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Canada Goose Comes In For A Landing
August 12, 2021 3:00 AM ET

Canada Goose Comes In For A Landing

Thomas Hughes

Canada Goose (NYSE: GOOS) is an interesting story because of its unique positioning within the retail market. A premium brand and one out of reach for many consumers, the company is heavily dependent on wholesales and brick-and-mortar but has been working diligently to expand its direct-to-consumer offerings including e-commerce

NYSE:GOOS
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