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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

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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.

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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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Wendy's Is A High-Quality Burger Stock For Income Investors
August 11, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Wendy's Is A High-Quality Burger Stock For Income Investors

Thomas Hughes

We've been bullish on Wendy's (NASDAQ: WEN) for the last year or more but there is a problem. The problem is the stock is very highly valued and has struggled within a trading range over the past 12 to 15 months.

NASDAQ:WEN
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The Rebound In Coinbase Is On
August 11, 2021 7:00 AM ET

The Rebound In Coinbase Is On

Thomas Hughes

Coinbase (NASDAQ: COIN) was one of the most hyped IPOs of the first half of 2021. Coinbase was also one of the most disappointing IPOs of 2021.

NASDAQ:COIN
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Compass Is Leading Its Market Higher
August 11, 2021 3:00 AM ET

Compass Is Leading Its Market Higher

Thomas Hughes

Compass (NASDAQ: COMP) is emerging as one of the most interesting stories in the real estate market today. There are many ways to invest in the real estate market but few with the growth trajectory or exposure to digital and e-commerce of Compass.

NASDAQ:COMP
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Katapult Holdings Fails To Launch
August 10, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Katapult Holdings Fails To Launch

Thomas Hughes

We had such high hopes for Katapult Holdings (NASDAQ: KPLT) and they’ve been dashed. Katapult Holdings, Inc is a point of sale option for eCommerce portals that provides financing and rent-to-own services to lower credit quality individuals.

NASDAQ:KPLT
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Building A Quality Portfolio With Ethan Allen Interiors
August 10, 2021 6:10 AM ET

Building A Quality Portfolio With Ethan Allen Interiors

Thomas Hughes

It's no secret that we are fond of the furniture industry and Ethan Allen Interiors (NYSE: ETH) is part of this big picture. The company is a mostly North American-based manufacturer of premium furniture and its business is being supported by the same secular trends as its competitors

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Kandi Technologies Is Focused On Profits
August 9, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Kandi Technologies Is Focused On Profits

Thomas Hughes

Kandi Technologies (NASDAQ: KNDI) embarked upon a strategic shift last year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company's prior focus on off-road vehicles and Ev parts manufacturing wasn't getting the job done so the company turned its attention to what it calls intelligent transportation.

NASDAQ:KNDI
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Tailwinds Continue To Blow For Johnson Outdoor Brands
August 9, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Tailwinds Continue To Blow For Johnson Outdoor Brands

Thomas Hughes

Johnson Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ: JOUT) is among the least loved of the outdoor stocks being boosted by the pandemic. That is a shame because the stock is a high-quality company with a fortress balance sheet and a long-term outlook for solid growth

NASDAQ:JOUT
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Tyson Foods Could Gain 50% By The End Of The Year
August 9, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Tyson Foods Could Gain 50% By The End Of The Year

Thomas Hughes

Tyson Foods (NYSE: TSN) just reported a very strong fiscal third-quarter and one that proves the value of the company. Shares are moving higher in the pre-market action on this news and concrete sign the company is undervalued.

NYSE:TSNNASDAQ:SAFM
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Cronos Group Proves It’s No Flash In The Pan
August 6, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Cronos Group Proves It’s No Flash In The Pan

Thomas Hughes

Shares of Cronos are ready to move higher after a surprising profit and results in the Canadian adult-use market.

NASDAQ:CRON
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Jack In The Box Is Reloading For Another Bounce Higher
August 5, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Jack In The Box Is Reloading For Another Bounce Higher

Thomas Hughes

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is among our favorite picks in the fast-food industry. The stock is incredibly undervalued relative to its peers and deep into a nationwide rationalization that has revenue growing and profitability on the rise.

NASDAQ:JACK
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The Clorox Company Got Sanitized, Now Is The Time To Buy
August 5, 2021 7:00 AM ET

The Clorox Company Got Sanitized, Now Is The Time To Buy

Thomas Hughes

Shares of The Clorox Company have pulled back to long-term support where they look like a good buy.

NYSE:CLX
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Is Freshpet Getting Stale? 
August 4, 2021 4:07 AM ET

Is Freshpet Getting Stale? 

Thomas Hughes

Freshpet (NASDAQ: FRPT) has been a very interesting story for the past year. The company was supported by accelerating trends within the pet care industry, those trends were accelerated by the pandemic,

NASDAQ:FRPT
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