Creating a Diversified Portfolio Using Sector Analysis: A Guide for Retail Investors
In the world of investing, diversification is often touted as a key strategy for managing risk and maximizing returns. But for many retail investors, the concept of diversification can seem abstract or overwhelming. By leveraging sector analysis and tools like VectorVest, investors can create a well-balanced portfolio that stands the test of time. In this article, we'll explore how [...]
Zoom’s Q2 Results and Upbeat Outlook Send Shares 12% Higher: 3 More Reasons to Buy ZM
Shares of Zoom (ZM) are up 12% so far Thursday morning after the company released its fiscal second-quarter earnings, which came in well above the analyst consensus. The company also shared a very optimistic outlook for the remainder of the year. Here’s how the quarterly results shook out: Adjusted earnings per share: $1.34 compared to $1.22 estimate. Revenue: $1.162B [...]
AMD’s AI Acquisition Has Analysts Excited, But is it Enough to Earn the Stock a Buy Today?
Shares of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) are up more than 11% this week after the company announced its acquisition of ZT Systems. Acquiring the AI infrastructure provider is a strategic move that will boost the chip maker's bottom line in 2025. ZT Systems is a New Jersey-based company that offers a range of solutions, from complex computing to storage [...]
Lowes Reports Mixed Bag Earnings With Cuts to Full-Year Forecast: 3 Things Investors Should Know
Lowe’s (LOW) reported second-quarter earnings today that sent mixed messages - while the home improvement store beat earnings expectations, sales were down. The company is expecting to fall short of its original guidance for the full year now, which has sent shares slightly down in Tuesday morning trading. Here’s how the company finished Q2: Adjusted earnings per share: $4.10 [...]
Covered Call vs Long Call: Which Strategy is Right For You?
Learning how to make money with options is a great stock investment strategy - but it can be a bit more complex than traditional stock trading. There are so many different ways you can leverage options, both as a seller and a buyer. Today, we’ll look at two popular approaches to help you choose a path and narrow your focus: [...]
Palo Alto Networks is Set to Declare Q4 Earnings Today: Should You Buy PANW Beforehand?
There’s no question that cybersecurity is becoming a growing concern for businesses of all sizes, which positions companies like Palo Alto Networks (PANW) to succeed. The company’s CEO, Nikesh Arora, spoke to the need for solutions like those of Palo Alto Networks. These days hackers can do their damage in a mere 3 hours. What used to take days, [...]
