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About Jason Novak

Jason has been a consistent contributor to VectorVest and has a blended interest in technology and finance, which he has written about for over a decade. When he's not demystifying complex financial topics or sharing a quick analysis of hot stocks on a given day, you may find him on the golf course or exploring all that Northern California has to offer.
15 04, 2024

Adidas Gains 5% on Double Upgrade and Pro Partnerships, But Is it Really Time to Buy ADDYY?

By |2024-04-15T17:57:05+00:00April 15th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Adidas (ADDYY) is running in the right direction Monday morning after getting a double upgrade from Morgan Stanley analysts. A team led by Edouard Aubin moved their position from underweight up two notches to overweight, taking a bullish stance on the athleticwear and shoe brand. This comes after Aubin and his team noted an [...]

14 04, 2024

Are Dividend Stocks Worth it?

By |2024-04-09T00:47:51+00:00April 14th, 2024|Categories: Stock Market|Tags: , , |

Dividend stocks are a hot topic, and for good reason. These stocks represent shares in companies that pay out a portion of their profits to shareholders, offering a dual reward of regular income and investment growth.  But the question arises: are dividend stocks worth it? While they promise a passive income stream, there are considerations [...]

12 04, 2024

Apple Has Struggled So Far This Year, But Here’s Why Investors Should Hold Their Position…

By |2024-04-12T16:42:44+00:00April 12th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

It’s been a tough stretch thus far through 2024 for Apple (AAPL), which is down more than 6% year-to-date. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 index is up 8%. So what’s going on with this stock, and should you be concerned as an AAPL investor? One analyst thinks it’s just a matter of investors not realizing [...]

11 04, 2024

Despite Robinhood’s Recent Downgrade, We Still See 3 Reasons to Buy HOOD Today

By |2024-04-11T16:06:53+00:00April 11th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Robinhood (HOOD) has been on a tear through 2024 so far, up more than 43% year-to-date fueled by an uptick in retail trading, particularly for Bitcoin. However, one analyst believes that this trend is poised to reverse and has changed his outlook from neutral to sell as a result. Citi analyst Christopher Allen says [...]

11 04, 2024

Dividend vs Growth Stocks: Which Should You Invest in?

By |2024-04-09T00:48:48+00:00April 11th, 2024|Categories: Retirement, Stock Market|Tags: , , , |

Whether you’re building a stock portfolio from scratch or looking to pivot your stock investment strategy, choosing between a dividend vs growth stocks is a crucial consideration. Each offers a distinct approach to building wealth. Dividend stocks attract investors through regular income payouts and the potential for compounding returns, while growth stocks entice with the [...]

10 04, 2024

Delta Air Lines Delivers on the Top and Bottom Line Thanks to Strong Travel Demand: Time to Buy DAL?

By |2024-04-10T16:31:31+00:00April 10th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Delta Air Lines (DAL) delivered first-quarter earnings that came in above what analysts were expecting thanks to strong travel demand for the quarter. Better yet for shareholders, the airliner expects this trend to continue into the quarters ahead. The company brought in revenue of $12.6 billion, a record for the first quarter, compared to [...]

9 04, 2024

How Often Do Dividend Stocks Pay?

By |2024-04-09T00:47:57+00:00April 9th, 2024|Categories: Retirement, Stock Market|Tags: , , |

Dividend stocks are an excellent investment choice for those looking to earn regular income from their portfolio or to reinvest for steady, stable compounding growth. However, grasping the nuances of dividend schedules is an important first step.  How often do dividend stocks pay?  When do stocks pay dividends exactly? Which stocks pay out the highest [...]

8 04, 2024

GE Vernova Gains 5% on First Analyst Upgrade, But Does That Mean You Should Buy GEV Already?

By |2024-04-08T17:49:55+00:00April 8th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , , |

General Electric successfully completed the spin-off of its GE Power business just a few weeks back and listed GE Vernova as its own publicly traded company (GEV).  Analysts are already hot on the stock as it received its first upgrade today by J.P. Morgan’s Mark Strouse. He moved his stance from hold to buy [...]

5 04, 2024

Is Microsoft Poised to Pop on its AI Investments? 3 Things to Consider Before Investing in MSFT

By |2024-04-05T16:23:05+00:00April 5th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Much of the conversation surrounding the AI revolution focuses on names like Nvidia, AMD, Palantir, and other stocks that have captured the limelight by capitalizing on this emerging technology.  However, there is reason to believe Microsoft (MSFT) could prove to be the real winner of the “AI arms race” in the long run. No, [...]

4 04, 2024

Levi Strauss Jumps 15% on Solid Earnings, Upbeat Guidance: Why You Should Buy LEVI Today

By |2024-04-04T17:01:16+00:00April 4th, 2024|Categories: Feature: Stock Market Investing, Featured: News, Stock Market News|Tags: , , , , , , |

Levi Strauss & Co. (LEVI) is up around 15% on the day so far after delivering a solid quarterly performance coupled with an optimistic outlook for the remainder of the year. The jeans maker saw a jump in sales as it narrowed focus on its direct-to-consumer segment. The company’s fiscal first quarter saw revenue [...]

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