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Thomas Hughes, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Thomas Hughes

About Thomas Hughes

  • tmhughes.writeon@gmail.com

Contributing Author

Technical and Fundamental Analysis

Experience

Thomas Hughes has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2019.

Areas of Expertise

Technical analysis, the S&P 500; retail, consumer, consumer staples, dividends, high-yield, small caps, technology, economic data, oil, cryptocurrencies

Education

Associate of Arts in Culinary Technology

Past Experience

Market watcher, trader and investor for numerous websites. Founded Passive Market Intelligence LLC to provide market research insights. 

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Latest Articles by Thomas Hughes

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May 31, 2024 9:35 AM ET

Costco Wholesale Can Hit New Highs; A Rebound Is Coming

Thomas Hughes

Costco had another solid quarter and will sustain high-single-digit growth in 2025; analysts raise their price targets, setting up a buy-the-dip opportunity.

NYSE:WMTNASDAQ:COST
Read Costco Wholesale Can Hit New Highs; A Rebound Is Coming
exterior of MongoDB branch office location
May 31, 2024 7:49 AM ET

AI Is Booming, But Not For These Stocks …Yet

Thomas Hughes

AI is booming for a few key players like NVIDIA, Microsoft, Oracle, and Micron; the big gains will come later for MongoDB, UiPath, and Dell Technologies.

NYSE:PATHNASDAQ:MUNASDAQ:NVDA
Read AI Is Booming, But Not For These Stocks …Yet
OKTA sign on headquarters
May 31, 2024 5:40 AM ET

Okta, Inc. Stock Falls To Critical Level: What Happens Next?

Thomas Hughes

Okta had a solid quarter and raised guidance, but it was insufficient to offset slowing growth and weak internals. Analysts are trimming targets and cap upside.

NYSE:CRMNASDAQ:OKTA
Read Okta, Inc. Stock Falls To Critical Level: What Happens Next?
Cracker Barrel Old Country store
May 31, 2024 5:20 AM ET

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Gets a New Look

Thomas Hughes

Cracker Barrel's dividend is cut but still tasty at 2.0% and sustainable. The company has a turnaround plan in place and is executing.

NASDAQ:CBRL
Read Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Gets a New Look
Salesforce logo inside a building
May 30, 2024 8:45 AM ET

Salesforce Falls 25% Into A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity

Thomas Hughes

Salesforce stock is in reset mode following tepid guidance and the first revenue miss in over a decade. Analysts are trimming targets but still see ample upside

NYSE:CRM
Read Salesforce Falls 25% Into A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity
Smart for life stock
May 30, 2024 8:42 AM ET

Smart for Life Stock is Not a Smart Buy: Target for Short Sellers

Thomas Hughes

Smart for Life is in a short-squeeze but investors should expect the short-sellers to reposition at this new, higher price and then drive it back to new lows.

NASDAQ:SMFL
Read Smart for Life Stock is Not a Smart Buy: Target for Short Sellers
CHEWY logo visible on display screen
May 30, 2024 5:20 AM ET

Chewy, Inc. Results Provide Ample Reason to Buy the Stock

Thomas Hughes

Chewy, Inc. had a solid quarter with cash flow and earnings improving, a new share repurchase plan announced, and momentum in critical details.

NYSE:CHWY
Read Chewy, Inc. Results Provide Ample Reason to Buy the Stock
Dick's sporting goods logo sign
May 30, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Dick’s Sporting Goods is a Winner for Income Investors

Thomas Hughes

Dick's Sporting Goods is a winner for income investors because of growth, value, cash flow, balance sheet, and capital returns.

NYSE:WMTNYSE:TGTNYSE:TJX
Read Dick’s Sporting Goods is a Winner for Income Investors
NVIDIA stock chart
May 29, 2024 5:25 AM ET

The 4 Horsemen of the Generative AI Revolution

Thomas Hughes

These four stocks are the strongest players in the AI revolution and are in a position to drive increasing shareholder value for years.

NASDAQ:MSFTNYSE:ORCLNASDAQ:MU
Read The 4 Horsemen of the Generative AI Revolution
GameStop sign
May 28, 2024 11:59 AM ET

GameStop Will Rocket Higher: The Move Won’t Last 

Thomas Hughes

GameStop is surging on the dubious news of raising capital via share sales; more money is good, and more shares are bad. Don't count on the rally lasting.

NYSE:GME
Read GameStop Will Rocket Higher: The Move Won’t Last 
stocks with insider trades
May 28, 2024 11:03 AM ET

3 Stocks Insiders are Buying That Should be on Your Radar

Thomas Hughes

Unusual insider activity indicates opportunities in these stocks positioned to deliver value for shareholders this year.

NASDAQ:HROWNASDAQ:MCFTNYSE:HXL
Read 3 Stocks Insiders are Buying That Should be on Your Radar
The logo of Ross Stores on the screen of an exchange
May 28, 2024 8:48 AM ET

Ross Stores: Buy Off-Price Retail While It’s Still a Bargain

Thomas Hughes

Ross Stores is well-positioned for the retail environment; it generates solid cash flow, has a fortress balance sheet, pays a reliable dividend, and buys stock.

NYSEARCA:SPYNYSE:TJXNASDAQ:ROST
Read Ross Stores: Buy Off-Price Retail While It’s Still a Bargain