Category: Investments

Key Points The TJX Companies had a great quarter, and shares moved to a new high.  Growth, outperformance, wider margins, and raised guidance are highlights.  The company’s dividend is reliable and may grow this year.  5 stocks we like better than TJX Companies There is 1 thing clear in The TJX Companies (NYSE:TJX) Q2 results,...

Nonprofit organizations are often full of highly motivated and enthusiastic professionals striving to make a difference by advancing their mission. In my experience, as I have spent about half of my career doing project management for nonprofits and the other half in the for-profit world, including project, program, and portfolio management for Fortune and Global...

Concerns surrounding inflation and its impact on the global economy have taken center stage. The threat of rising inflation has created a sense of uncertainty in the financial markets, leading to swift reactions from investors. One such example is the stocks impacted by the Federal Reserve’s statement on the genuine risk of inflation re-acceleration. In...

Key Points High interest rates are keeping homeowners in place, boosting homebuilders’ stocks. KB Home, a Los Angeles-based midcap, shows potential for further gains as it consolidates in a bullish fashion.  Analysts boosted their price targets after the most recent earnings report.  5 stocks we like better than KB Home Homebuilders have been a leading...

Key Points Target had a mixed quarter, and the market reacted favorably, but the move may not last. The guidance was lowered despite the Q2 earnings strength suggesting that this year’s strength is priced. The dividend is reliable but may be cheaper to buy later in the year.  5 stocks we like better than Target...

Key Points On Holdings had a solid quarter marred only by FX headwinds that cut into the top and bottom lines.  Analysts are on board with the name and see it moving higher this year.  The results suggest solid performance from names like Lululemon and Nike.  5 stocks we like better than ON Shares of...

Searches for ‘delete Snapchat’ explode 1,019% as controversial ‘My AI’ feature terrifies users after posting stories and ignoring messages   Online Searches For Delete Snapchat Skyrocket Analysis of Google search data reveals that online searches for ‘delete Snapchat’ exploded 1,019% worldwide after causing Snapchat users to feel uneasy due to the ‘My AI’ chatbot having unusual...

The United States banking system has experienced a series of setbacks, resulting in declines in bank stocks. These setbacks can be attributed to a combination of factors, including bank failures, forced bank mergers, and downgrades from rating agencies. Why do bank stocks keep crashing? In this article, we will delve into these challenges and explore...

Key Points Casino operator MGM Resorts posted a record for consolidated revenues in Q2 2023. Las Vegas continues to show strong demand trends with year-over-year casino drops and hotel revenues rising. MGM China accelerated its recovery after zero-COVID policies were lifted, causing revenues to soar 418% to $741 million. MGM China’s average daily visitors rose...

Key Points Meta’s pivot to AI, away from the Metaverse, has resulted in triple-digit 2023 price growth. After a long rally, the stock’s current pullback could offer a new buy point. Wall Street’s 2023 forecast calls for an earnings increase of 114%. However, there’s some room for near-term caution: One analyst says eta’s strengths could...