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Industrial companies have been out of favor plays in this market. Some companies have fared even worse, having struggled even while the economy was looking rosy. One of the most unloved names in the space just got a major upgrade with a potential 50 percent move higher in the next year. In fact, an analyst at Goldman Sachs just called this company the “ultimate self-help, vaccine-leverage story,” in the sector. That company? General Electric (GE). GE has spent the last two years ...
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In spite of a recession in 2020, consumer spending has held up well… at least in grocery stores and other essential retailers. That’s been borne out by the market-beating returns in many big-box stores, as specialty retailers like clothing companies have been hard-hit. That’s a trend likely to continue, and a few companies are working to perform even better going forward. That’s the view of BMO, where the portfolio manager of the company’s Low Volatility Equity Fund sees many big consumer-facing stocks ...
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Gold has been a top-performing asset in 2020, far outpacing stocks. On average, gold mining companies have done even better as well. While the metal has pulled back a bit after topping $2,000 earlier this year, it still appears poised for further gains. That’s likely true ahead of the election as well. That’s the reasoning by the gold analyst at MBMG Group. The metal will likely rally on inflationary fears as further stimulus programs are unleashed on the economy. And election uncertainty ...
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Even with the economic struggles this year, the holiday season is rapidly approaching. And with the rise of e-commerce trends, chances are a few companies stand to substantially benefit from the trend. Retailers are already responding to the season by hiring seasonal workers, many of whom will work in fulfillment centers rather than in brick and mortar stores. The biggest winners? The shipping companies, who expect to see volumes rise by 1 to 1.5 percent this year. The two biggest shipping companies, ...
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Interest rates are back to zero again, and the Federal Reserve has indicated that it will likely remain that way for years to come. That means investors looking for an income need to move to riskier assets such as stocks. However, in any space, there are winners and losers. In today’s stock market, there are a number of companies still paying strong dividends that aren’t near all-time highs like the big tech names. That’s why Cressent Capital just listed nine dividend names ...
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While affluent households may have cut back spending this year, chances are their income levels have still held up well. And with many public venues closed or at reduced capacity, some of the income that would have been spent there may get invested into the home. That’s the thesis that Cowen has for its decision to upgrade shares of high-end home décor retailer Restoration Hardware (RH). With their expansion into Europe, the company could be on the cusp of a multi-year ...
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Retailers with an online presence have held up well amidst the shift to online buying in 2020. Those without such a plan have had to scramble for one, but those who were already an online-only presence have done even better. That’s partially because online-only retailers don’t have to have a network of physical stores to sell their products. It can concentrate workers into warehouses rather than have to deal with both warehouses and stores. So it’s no surprise that some analysts see ...
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It’s been a tough year for retailers, as pandemic shutdowns have kept down physical, in-store traffic. While many have shifted online, a few retailers have struggled. However, with a growing overseas presence, a strong e-commerce platform, and an increasing range of products, one company already looks like a standout. That’s why shares just got an upgrade from Bank of America even after the stock has had a great run this year. The company? Lululemon Athletica (LULU). Shares are up a staggering 71 ...
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