Buying the Hiccups
At these levels, traders are more likely to sell first to lock in profits and ask questions later; earnings hiccups can create opportunities for investors who take a longer view.
Tis the Season
Since 1950, the S&P 500 has logged a positive return between Nov. 15 and the end of the year 82 percent of the time. There are, however, a few measures we’re watching for weakness and opportunity.
Lifelong Income Portfolio Strong
We run through the final bunch of Portfolio members to report quarterly numbers, cutting some members to holds and adjusting buy targets on others.
The Long View: Economics Favor Stacked Energy Plays
Although our outlook for oil prices and the US energy patch favors an overweight position in core midstream holdings, nimble investors can generate alpha in upstream names by buying when oil prices retreat to the low end of their range and taking some profits off the table when they recover.
One Upgrade, One Downgrade
Energy stocks have lagged the rally in oil prices, suggesting that the sector could be due to play catch-up. We upgrade one pick and downgrade another.
Gold is The Hedge
With the market bull running since 2009, investors should start adding gold to their portfolios. Keep in mind that gold gains in value during times of geopolitical uncertainty, when investors worry about monetary issues or when the stock market experiences a sharp selloff.
The Discipline of Steel
Third-quarter earnings season is in full swing. One of our favorite utility stocks earns a higher buy target, while our two master limited partnerships (MLP) continue to generate excess cash flow, enabling them to reduce their reliance on the equity market for fresh capital.
Finding Value in an Overbought Market
The near- to intermediate-term future looks bright for utility stocks and the sector’s prospects for earnings and dividend growth. However, with the Dow Jones Utility Average making new highs, investors must consider how much of this good news the market has priced in to sector favorites.
Are We Melting Up?
We continue to see new market leaders emerging to carry stocks higher and expect the upside momentum to carry through the year’s end. Expect value stocks to benefit the most, leading us to add a strong value-oriented auto play to the portfolio.
TV Unbound
This national media company’s revenue continues to profit from cord-cutting and the emergence of new distribution platforms, including its own in-house model. The stock’s recent selloff gives tuned-in investors a compelling buying opportunity.