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Previously an outperformer with a year-to-date gain of over 11%, the financial sector now finds itself at a critical juncture after giving back some of its gains. Just six trading days ago, the

One of the most feared outcomes for the U.S. economy just became a reality. While economists argued over whether the U.S. would see a ‘soft’ landing or a ‘hard’ landing, few focused on the

The financial sector, an outperformer year-to-date, up over 8.5% compared to the overall market’s 6.9%, is currently in a fascinating position. 

The Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSE: XLF) has

Simpson Manufacturing Co. (NYSE: SSD) sent its share price reeling as it reported its struggles during Q1 2024, but this is a great time to buy this construction stock. You don’t buy Simpson

Paychex, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: PAYX) stock price is falling into a buying opportunity that retirement-oriented income investors should heed. The only trouble with the Q3 results and guidance is that

Resilient labor markets, foresightful management, and capital returns drive long-term gains for investors in Cintas (NASDAQ: CTAS) and UniFirst (NYSE: UNF); the only question is which is the

Investing in business growth, acquisitions, improving margins, cash flow, dividends and share repurchases are among the leading drivers of shareholder value today. Oddly, too few companies rely on

Investing in value opportunities usually comes with a feeling that you are going against the consensus, where everyone else will misunderstand your reasoning behind a potential investment and even

What’s in your wallet? In the not-so-distant future, it might be a card issued by the combined entity of Capital One Financial Corp. (NYSE: COF) and Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS). 

Waste Management Inc. (NYSE: WM) is not a high-flying growth stock, a game-changing technology or a robust dividend, but it has many qualities income investors can appreciate. 

Waste Management

When preparing a winning meal, careful selection of the right ingredients is paramount. The same can be said about building a winning investment portfolio.

Once a money-making strategy has been

UniFirst (NYSE: UNF) had a decent first quarter but provided weak guidance, sending shares down nearly 10%. As bad as the move sounds, it’s a knee-jerk reaction in a stock whose future is bright

Last quarter, it became evident to thousands of investors just like you just how bullish Ray Dalio had become on Asian markets. Still, while most thought it was a one-time allocation to gain the

The financial sector and popular sector ETF Financial Select Sector Fund (NYSE: XLF) has enjoyed a stellar end to the year. A quick glance at the XLF’s daily chart almost makes it appear like the

The computer and technology sector is constantly evolving as companies rise and fall with each new trend and innovation. It's common to see former leaders and high flyers flame out as new leaders

Shares of PDD Holdings (NASDAQ: PDD) rallied by 18.1% during Tuesday's trading session. What is the reason? A higher-than-expected quarterly earnings report. Now, you could have seen this coming

Payroll companies alleviate the complexities of processing payrolls. They withhold taxes, apply payments to various government agencies, track employee hours, track benefits, comply with

If there is one thing true about Cintas (NASDAQ: CTAS), the company delivers results. It has delivered results quarter after quarter, year after year, for more than 2 decades, and it will continue

The MSCI Emerging Markets Index (NYSEARCA: EEM) is essentially flat for the year, but the signs are growing that a bottom is in, and gains will be made over the next 4 to 6 quarters. Based on the

The Financial Select Sector SPDR FUND (NYSE: XLF) has staged an impressive rally over the past few months, climbing almost 10% from its June low. As the ETF pulls back into its uptrend support, an

Strong second-quarter earnings reports and cooling inflation have powered the S&P 500 to its highest level in 16 months. Courtesy of a five-month winning streak reminiscent of 2021’s bull run, the

Despite its already-high valuation, Cintas (NASDAQ: CTAS) can scale new highs in 2023. Its FQ4 results and guidance confirm the business trajectory's growing and widening margin. 

As highly

The June employment situation summary revealed weaker-than-expected job growth and a potential crack in the labor market. The news suggests weakening demand for employment and is backed up by

Paychex (NASDAQ: PAYX) shares are up more than 140% from the 2020 lows, but it may be time to ring the register. The Q4 results and outlook are good enough but failed to spark a rally in the

The Discover card from Discover Financial Services (NYSE: DFS) may not be as widely accepted as cards from Visa Inc. (NYSE: V), Mastercard Inc. (NYSE: MA) or American Express Company (NYSE: AXP)