Some consider market patterns akin to astrology, but seasonality can play a substantial role.  Research shows that the S&P 500 typically struggles throughout the summer months (July and August). The index limps into September before closing strong in November and December. To that end, investors should read the tea leaves of the past few months
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People celebrate the GitLab initial public offering at the Nasdaq, Oct. 14, 2021. Source: Nasdaq Check out the companies making headlines in after-hours trading. Zscaler — The cloud security stock slipped 1% even after a better-than-expected report for its fiscal fourth quarter and strong current-quarter guidance. Zscaler reported adjusted earnings of 64 cents per share
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Following July’s market peak, stocks face significant pressure with 10-year Treasury yields at levels unseen since the financial crisis. Consequently, investors have a higher-yield, lower-risk alternative than dividends. Nevertheless, dividend stocks prove more rewarding over time, especially dividend growth stocks that bring increased dividends and capital growth.  Select stocks boost dividends yearly as profits rise.
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In this photo illustration, the Warner Bros. Discovery logo is displayed on a smartphone screen. Rafael Henrique | SOPA Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Occidental Petroleum, Halliburton, EOG Resources — Shares of oil and gas companies were higher Tuesday after Saudi Arabia earlier extended its one million barrel per day voluntary crude oil production cut
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Although high-flying tech startups offer far greater upside potential, for those interested in playing the long game, the best large-cap stocks may be your ticket to sustained success. To be fair, companies commanding gargantuan market capitalization tend to feature mature and thus slow-rising businesses. However, faced with broader uncertainties, going the established route may be
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The energy sector is undergoing a major transformation as the world shifts to cleaner and more sustainable sources of power. Renewable energy is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, driven by technological innovation, policy support and consumer demand. However, most energy systems are dominated by non-renewable sources of energy, primarily natural gas followed
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Energy stocks are an essential addition to an investor’s diversified portfolio. They garner exposure to different market areas and may offer unique opportunities for significant returns. For example, while most stock market sectors struggled during 2022 when the world was getting back on track following the pandemic, the energy sector saw exponential growth. Oil prices
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With the warmer weather season coming to an end, I wanted to take a look back at some of the hottest summer stock winners of the last few months. While some stocks didn’t have the best quarter (thanks to earrings and a host of other blistering issues), many soared. In fact, let’s take a look
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