Ben Rains explores the stock market as the bulls and bears fight for control of the market in the early weeks of September. Despite the possibility of more near-term uncertainty, volatility, and selling, the overall upbeat backdrop that drove much of the 2023 rally remains in place. Therefore, investors with long-term horizons might want to consider buying proven S&P 500 stocks that are trading at levels that could look like steals years or even months from now. The three stocks we explore today are Starbucks (SBUX), Paycom Software (PAYC), and Public Storage (PSA). (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (4:50) - Starbucks Continues To Grow: Time To Find Great Value in the Coffee Giant? (11:30) - Is Paycom Stock On Sale Right Now? (15:20) - Is It Time For You To Buy Public Storage Stock at a Deep Discount?

Ben Rains dives into where the stock market stands as we start September. The bullish backdrop seems to remain in place at the moment as Wall Street bets on a soft landing and a huge return to earnings growth next year. Therefore, some investors might want to consider looking for proven large-cap stocks that haven’t bounced back yet. The two stocks we explore today—Nike (NKE) and NextEra Energy (NEE)—are trading at least 30% below their records even though they remain titans of their respective industries.  (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:00) - Nike Continues To Fight Off The Competition: Does It Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? (9:50) - NextEra Energy: Is This Utility and Alternative Energy Stock A Long-Term Buy? [email protected]

Ben Rains digs into the stock market as the bulls and bears tussle for near-term control of the market as we close out August. Of course, the downbeat month and the recent stretch of volatility are not pleasant in the moment. But pullbacks are healthy and vital parts of the stock market and one was desperately needed after the huge rally. The foundation that drove the market comeback is still in place. Investors with long-term horizons who can block out the near-term noise might want to consider buying proven large cap stocks and holding them for the long haul. The three stocks we explore today are Caterpillar (CAT), Walmart (WMT), and Visa (V). (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Amid A Turbulent August (3:10) - Caterpillar Is Positioned To Benefit From Construction and Infrastructure Spending: Is It A Long-Term Buy? (8:30) - Walmart Continues To Outperform: Will WMT Hit New Highs? (13:35) - Does Visa Fit Into Your Portfolio In Our Increasingly Cashless World?

Ben Rains explores where the stock market sits amid the August pullback. The selling doesn’t feel great in the moment, but the downturn was needed to help cool things off. The drop also offers investors opportunities to buy into great stocks at attractive levels. The two Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks we look at today are pioneers of key areas of the modern economy—Uber (UBER) and Amazon (AMZN)—and investors might want to buy them now for long-term upside. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Amid the August Pullback (4:05) - Does Uber's Positive Earnings Earn Its Way Into Your Portfolio? (11:00) - Is Amazon A Strong Investment For The Long Term? [email protected]

Ben Rains dive into where the stock market sits as big tech results continue to flood the market. Amid all of the recent reports from Apple, Amazon, and others, let’s explore two highly-ranked technology stocks trading at attractive valuations that offer investors long-term growth opportunities.  (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know As More Big Tech Earnings Roll In (3:30) - Does Jabil Stock Fit Into Your Portfolio For A Long Term Investment? (6:55) - Is Netflix A Good Investment Trading At These Levels?               [email protected]

Ben Rains takes a look at where the market stands as big tech stocks start reporting quarterly earnings results. The episode then explores three highly-ranked large-cap stocks—Honeywell, DexCom, and NextEra Energy—that investors might want to buy before their upcoming earnings releases for both near-term and long-term upside. (3:55) - Does Honeywell's Diverse Portfolio Provide You A Stable Long Term Investment? (8:00) - DexCom Is Changing Lives With Their Glucose Monitoring: Can It Do The Same For Your Portfolio? (12:40) - Breaking Down NextEra Energy: Can They Give You Solid Exposure Into Alternate Energy? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into three-highly stocks from three totally different areas of the economy that investors might want to buy in July for long-term growth beyond the second-half of 2023. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Heading Into July (2:50) - Cadence Design Systems Helps Power The Backbone of The Modern Economy: Should You Be Investing? (8:20) - Lululemon Continues To Post Huge Growth, While Trading 20% Below Its Highs (14:40) - Is Hubbell A Strong Investment Into Alternative Energy And Electrification? [email protected]

(0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know As We Turn the Page on the First-Half (4:15) - Enphase Energy: Is It Time For You To Buy This Solar Energy Stock Down 50% From Its Highs? (10:40) - Is This Beaten-Down REIT Perfect For Your Stock Portfolio? [email protected] Ben Rains dives into where the stock market stands as we near the end of June and turn the page on the huge first-half rally. The bulls appear to be in control heading into the heart of the summer. Instead of attempting to chase the handful of mega-cap tech stocks that have soared already, investors with long-term horizons might want to consider buying large-cap stocks still trading 30% to 50% below their record highs heading into July.

Ben Rains explores the wider stock market to start June as Wall Street officially moves beyond debt-ceiling fears. The episode then dives into three large-cap technology stocks—Intuit Inc. (INTU), Garmin (GRMN), and Paycom Software (PAYC)—with strong histories of outperformance over the last roughly 10 years and solid growth outlooks that are still trading roughly 40% or more below their record highs. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know To Start June (3:50) - Does Intuit’s Price and Valuation Buy Its Way Into Your Portfolio? (9:15) - Will Garmin's Vast Product Line Help It Grow In The Long Term? (13:30) - Paycom Has Posted Impressive, Steady Growth: Should You Buy PAYC? Podcast@Zacks,com

Ben Rains dives into where the stock market stands in the back half of May as we close out the first quarter earnings season. The bulls remain in control of the market right now, and debt-ceiling positivity helped send stocks higher on Wednesday and Thursday. The great start to 2023 might have some investors nervous about “chasing” stocks right now. But long-term investors don’t need to worry too much about market timing. Plus, there are many great stocks with proven and resilient businesses that investors should feel comfortable buying now at rather attractive levels and holding for the long haul. The two stocks we dive into today are Visa (V) and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO). (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (4:50) - Is it Time to Buy Thermo Fisher Scientific Stock with TMO's Valuation Looking Great Considering its Long-Term Growth Prospects? (10:35) - The Credit Card Powerhouse: Does Visa Stock Fit Into Your Portfolio as Consumers Keep Swiping? [email protected]

Ben Rains digs into the unusually quiet market after the first truly busy week of earnings season that featured results from Tesla and other giants. Wall Street might not remain calm with Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon all reporting during the week of April 24. The question now is should investors buy these resurgent mega-cap tech stocks heading into earnings, or wait? (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Breaking Down The Busy Earnings Season (3:10) - Microsoft Ahead of Earnings: Is Now a Good Time for Long-Term Investors to Buy? (10:45) - Is Meta A Good Buy At Its Current Valuation? (17:55) - Will Amazon’s Cost Cutting Help Boost Its Bottom Line and Attract Investors Again? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into where the stock market stands as we kick off the busy stretch of first quarter earnings season. The episode then explores two giants of key industries—Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) and Union Pacific (UNP)—that are sitting at beaten-down levels heading into earnings that might make them attractive to long-term investors. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know As Q1 Earnings Season Starts (4:40) - Does This Semiconductor Manufacturing Giant Sit at Enticing Long-Term Levels? (9:50) - Is Union Pacific A Buy Heading into Earning? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the bullish end to the first quarter and where the stock market stands as we head into April and the start of Q2. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq surged to end March as Wall Street scoops up tech stocks. The wave of buying and the impressive quarter has some pockets of the market overheated, especially considering the economic unknowns ahead. Therefore, we dig into two highly-ranked Zacks stocks—Humana (HUM) and O-I Glass, Inc. (OI)—that offer investors great value, alongside the ability to thrive in all types of economic conditions. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need to Know After the Bullish End to Q1 (6:45) - Is Humana A Good Buy Right Now At Its Current Valuation? (12:00) - O-I Glass's Strength Amid Economic Uncertainty [email protected]

Ben Rains explores where the market stands roughly a week after the Silicon Valley Bank collapse. The episode also breaks down why Wall Street is diving back into large cap technology stocks amid the recent stock market turmoil, before we dig into why investors might want to buy Adobe, Intuit, and Meta Platform shares in March and hold them for the long haul. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (5:20) - Breaking Down Adobe’s Long-Term Strength After Its Q1 Performance (11:40) - Taxes and Software Are Here To Stay: Is Intuit A Good Long Term Investment? (15:00) - Time to Buy Surging Meta Stock for Long-Term Value? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the volatile week on the stock market that has more investors worried that Jay Powell and the Fed will raise rates at a higher clip in March. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq are now trading below their 50-day and 200-day moving averages, and stocks had tumbled through mid-afternoon trading Friday as investors grow spooked by the Silicon Valley Bank failure.  Despite the worries, there are always stocks poised to thrive amid economic and market uncertainty. Today we dive into why investors looking for long-term growth, dividends, and value might want to turn to Analog Devices (ADI) and Halliburton (HAL). (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (5:40) - Breaking Down Halliburton’s Recent Performance: How Much Growth Is Left In Oil? (10:20) - Should Investors Buy Semiconductor Standout Analog Devices? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the tug-of-war going on between the bulls and the bears in the early days of March. Stocks surged again through mid-afternoon trading on Friday to help the S&P 500 retake a key moving average once again. Given this bullish backdrop, we dive into three top-ranked Zacks stocks—O-I Glass (OI), Airbnb (ABNB), Las Vegas Sands (LVS)—that have all soared in 2023 and look to have plenty of long-term upside left. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:15) - OI Glass Outperforms During Market Volatility: Should You Be Buying? (6:25) - Airbnb's Strong Position In Vacation Rentals Amid Growing Travel (12:00) - Will China’s Re-opening Benefit Las Vegas Sands Corporation? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the recent wave of selling as Wall Street once again reworks its inflation outlook. Despite the somewhat rapid downturn, there are pockets of the market and stocks that look poised to thrive in near term and for years to come. Today we dive into United Rentals (URI) and The TJX Companies (TJX) to see why investors might want to buy these stocks as the calendar turns to March amid ongoing market uncertainty. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:50) - United Rentals Stock is Surging and Its Valuation is Still Fantastic (8:40) - TJX Companies Finds Its Place Within Retail: Does It Fit Into Your Portfolio? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the recent market dip as Wall Street is forced to once again recalibrate its inflation outlook amid a string of hot economic data. The episode then explores three highly-ranked value stocks with resilient businesses—(CAH), (GPK) and (BJ)—that investors might want to consider buying amid lingering inflation and for stable long-term expansion. (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:50) - Does Cardinal Health Fit Into Your Portfolio Amid Its Strong Performance (8:10) - Is Graphic Packaging Stock Undervalued Right Now? (12:35) - Is Costco Rival BJ's Wholesale A Good Buy? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the extremely bullish start to 2023 that has sent tech and growth stocks soaring once again. The episode then breaks down two such growth tech stocks, Shopify (SHOP)and Block (SQ), ahead of their earnings results over the next several weeks to see if investors might want to finally buy back into these beaten-down stocks for long-term upside. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now After Bullish Start to 2023 (5:50) - Will Shopify Make A Comeback In 2023 With Massive Growth? (13:35) - Does Block Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the stock market and the broader earnings picture as results continue to pour in from many of the biggest names on Wall Street. The episode then breaks down Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) and Amazon (AMZN) ahead of their upcoming earnings results to see if investors might want to finally buy these beaten-down tech stocks. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:50) - Is Now A Good Time To Add Meta To Your Investment Portfolio? (14:00) - Should You Buy Surging Amazon Ahead of Earnings? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the wave of stock market volatility to start 2023 and where the market stands as we head into the heart of fourth quarter earnings season. The episode then breaks down three highly-ranked dividend-paying stocks that have upped their earnings guidance amid the economic slowdown that investors might want to buy right now.  (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:45) - Darden Restaurants Strong Performance Amid Rising Inflation (8:15) - Should You Consider VICI Properties For Your Investment Portfolio? (11:20) - Is Now A Good Time To Buy NRG Energy? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores where the stock market stands as we close out 2022. The episode then dives into why investors with long-term horizons might seriously consider buying proven large-cap stocks poised to grow within essential industries heading into 2023 amid all of the uncertainty, recession fears, and selling. (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need As We Close out 2022 (5:20) - Should You Buy The Powerhouse Taiwan Semiconductor? (11:10) - Adobe's Strong Growth During 2022: Will It Continue 2023? (15:45) -  Cummins Strong Play Into Alternative Power For Vehicles

Ben Rains dives the some of the mixed signals that the stock market and economy are sending at the moment. Despite the volatility and slowing growth, long-term investors might consider buying stocks in December for 2023, even if that means starting tiny positions or dollar-cost averaging into blue chips. The two stocks we explore today are Intuit (INTU) and Mastercard (MA). (1:00) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (7:10) - Does Intuit Fit Into Your 2023 Portfolio As A Long Term Investment? (12:00) - Is Mastercard A Strong Play Against Volatility In 2023?

Ben Rains into the stock market and takes a look at the next likely market catalysts as we near Thanksgiving. Despite the recent dip, the market has been on a strong run during the first half of the fourth quarter. With this in mind, let’s look at three stocks—JinkoSolar (JKS), GlobalFoundries (GFS), DexCom (DXCM)—that investors might want to buy for long-term growth potential from three different parts of the economy that become more important by the day.  (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (4:20) - Is Jinko Solar A Good Investment Into Alternative Energy? (9:00) - GlobalFoundries Strong Performance Among Semiconductors: Should You Be Buying? (12:25) - Will DexCom Stock Continue Its Long-Term Growth? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the recent stock market rebound and the broader earnings and interest rate picture as the calendar turns to November.  The episode then dives into three highly-ranked Zacks stocks that have posted double-digit climbs in 2022 and recently popped after topping estimates and providing upbeat guidance.  (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (5:00) - Is Chef’s Warehouse A Buy After Strong Earnings Beats? (8:20) - Will W.R. Berkley Continue Its Great Performance Amid The Changing Market Environment? (12:50) - Enphase's Stellar Growth In The Booming Renewable Energy Industry

Benn Rains explores Jay Powell and the Fed’s latest interest rate hike efforts and the ongoing stock market downturn. The episode also focuses on three highly-ranked stocks that have climbed to new highs recently during the market downturn that investors might want to buy. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (6:00) - Does Chesapeake Energy's Big Turn Around Earn Its Way Into Your Portfolio? (12:10) - ICF International's Consulting Business is Thriving (15:00) - Esquire Financial Continues To Outperform The Market [email protected]

Ben Rains explores some of the various divergent economic and market data as Wall Street attempts to determine what’s next. The episode then dives into three highly-ranked stocks—Pure Storage (PSTG), The Chef's Warehouse (CHEF), and Ulta Beauty (ULTA)—that investors might want to consider buying for growth potential and upside during the current bout of 40-year inflation and beyond. (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (4:00) - Does Pure Storage Fit Into Your Portfolio? (7:45) - Is Chef’s Warehouse A Safe Investment During Economic Uncertainty? (12:05) - ULTA Continues to Outperform: Is Now The Time To Buy? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores why Wall Street washed away over a month worth of gains. Interest rates have climbed during the recent market downturn, with inflation fears mounting a comeback. The current backdrop is difficult, but there are stocks poised to outperform if investors know where to look. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (5:20) - Breaking Down Merck and It’s Strong Pharmaceutical Lineup (8:50) - Is First Bancorp A Strong Play Amid Rising Inflation? (12:00) - Can NextEra Energy Help You Gain Exposure To Renewable Energy?

Ben Rains dives into the stock market which fell after Jay Powell’s Jackson Hole speech where he reaffirmed the Fed’s resolve to fight 40-year high inflation. With surging prices still a major issue and the Fed determined to keep up its fight, investors might want to buy stocks poised to outpace inflation heading into September and beyond. (0:30) - Stock Market and Inflation Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (4:45) - Exxon Mobil Continues To Thrive During Higher Oil Prices (12:25) - Costco's Stronghold As A Big Box Retailer [email protected]

Ben Rains explores where the stock market and the economy stand as Q2 earnings season winds down and Wall Street wrestles with what’s next for inflation and interest rates. Amid the continued unknowns and following the huge comeback off the mid-June lows, investors might want to consider buying top-ranked stocks that pay solid dividends and boast resilient earnings outlooks despite economic downturn fears. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (4:15) -Can Extra Space Storage Help Diversify Your Portfolio? (9:00) - BP’s Profits Continue to Soar: Is It Time Buy? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into some of the reasons why the technology-heavy Nasdaq entered a bull market, with it up over 20% from its mid-June lows. The episode then explores three stocks that operate in the broader world of technology—Adobe, Mastercard, and Microsoft—that run businesses poised to hold up well during the current economic slowdown and thrive for years to come. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (4:15) - Mastercard’s Strong Outlook During a Slowing Economy (9:30) - Does Adobe Fit Into Your Portfolio For The Long Term? (14:40) - The Technology Titan: Breaking Down Microsoft [email protected]

Ben Rains tackles where the stock market and the economy stand to start August. The episode then focuses on three stocks—Humana, Merck, and Dollar Tree—that have proven they can climb during 2022’s falling market and operate businesses that are likely to withstand any economic downturn or possible recession. (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (4:30) - Is Humana A Safe Investment For The Long Term? (8:05) - Does Merck’s Strong Dividend and Growing Portfolio Buy Its Way Into Your Portfolio? (12:40) - Is Dollar Tree A Recession Proof Investment? [email protected]

Ben Rains breaks down the market heading into the final week of July that will feature earnings reports from some of the biggest names in technology. The episode then dives into three of the standout stocks—Microsoft (MSFT), Apple (AAPL), and Meta Platform (META)—ahead of their financial releases to see if it might be time to start long-term positions. (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (8:15) - Should You Be Buying Microsoft Ahead of Earnings? (14:35) - Does Apple Fit Into Your Portfolio For The Long Term? (20:10) - Has Meta Platforms Become A Value Stock? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores Netflix (NFLX) stock ahead of its second quarter earnings release on Tuesday, July 19. The streaming TV stock has been one of the hardest hit growth names on the market. And some investors might start digging into Netflix stock again soon as it approaches possible value status. (0:45) - Does Netflix’s Major Pullback Create An Investment Opportunity? (5:05) - Breaking Down Netflix Ahead of Earnings [email protected]

Ben Rains explores where the market stands at the start of July following the worst first half since 1970. Soaring prices, higher interest rates, and recession fears remain the key economic and market worries. The current uncertainty and bearish sentiment  from many on Wall Street might offer investors a chance to start positions  in fantastic stocks at nice entry points. The three stocks we explore today are Align Technology, Inc. (ALGN), Mastercard (MA), and Intuit (INTU). (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Heading into the Second Half of 2022 (5:00) - Align Technology's Strong Foothold Creates A Long Term Investment (11:50) - Mastercard Boosts Growth for the Long Haul (16:25) -  Is Intuit Recession Proof? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into where the market and the economy stand amid downbeat consumer sentiment and growing recession fears. The heavy selling that sent the S&P 500 into a bear market could come back following a nice bounce back. Still, investors with long-term outlooks might want to consider buying some blue chip tech stocks at deep discounts. The two stocks we explore today are Microsoft (MSFT) and Adobe (ADBE). (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (5:45) - Should You Buy Microsoft For Long Term Growth? (14:10) - Does Adobe fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the economy and the stock market with S&P 500 now officially in a bear market. Despite the uncertainty and the selling, investors with long-term outlooks might want to consider buying stocks for their long-term portfolios because bear markets bring with them tons of great opportunities. (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (7:05) - Why Analog Devices Stock Stands To Benefit In The Long Term (12:40) - Is Public Storage A Strong REIT Play? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the stock market and the economy as global economic slowdown fears mount. The episode then dives into three dividend-paying stocks that are poised to keep growing in the near term and could help investors fight off possible stagflation. (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (5:00) - Is Enterprise Products Partners A Good Investment During Stagflation? (10:10) - Does Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Fit Into Your Portfolio? (14:05) - Breaking Down Huntsman's Strong Performance [email protected]

Ben Rains evaluates the stock market and the economy in the early days of June during what’s been a wild few weeks for stocks. Amid all of the volatility and the economic unknowns, investors might want to consider buying strong dividend-paying stocks for the summer and beyond. (4:00) - Does Valero Energy Corp. Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? (8:40) - Is Life Storage A Strong Investment For The Long Term? (13:55) - Chevron Strongly Benefits As Oil Prices Rise: Is Now The Time To Buy? [email protected]

Ben Rains breaks down the broader economic forces behind the current market turmoil. The episode then explores three strong dividend-paying stocks from three different areas of the economy that investors might want to consider buying during the market downturn and holding for the long run.  (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (7:20) - Is AbbVie A Strong Investment For The Long Term? (12:15) - Breaking Down Union Pacific Stock (16:55) - NextEra Energy Continues To Benefit From Changing Energy Environment [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the stock market around the halfway point of May after buyers stepped in at the end of last week to stop some of the recent bleeding. The episode then dives into three Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks to consider buying during the current market turmoil as Wall Street attempts to find a bottom. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (4:15) - Why ON Semiconductor Corp Is A Strong Buy Right Now (8:25) - Graphic Packaging Holding Company Continues To Outpace The Market (14:10) - Will Marriot International Get A Boost From Summer Travel?

Ben Rains dives into the market after all three major U.S. indexes hit new 52-week lows again on Thursday. The heavy selling is hitting nearly every corner of the stock market and leaving many investors nervous and on the sidelines. But investors with longer-term horizons shouldn’t attempt to time the market exactly and some might want to start buying strong stocks that offer solid fundamentals in the current economic environment and beyond. (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (3:00) - Will Target Continue To Post Big Growth? (8:50) - Is Kroger A Strong Buy Amid Stock Market Sell Off (17:35) - Is Apparel Retailer Buckle Inc. Worth A Buy? [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the broader market after stocks suffered a brutal April. The selloff pushed the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq right near new 52-week lows, while some strong growth names and established companies are trading below their pre-covid highs. The episode then focuses on two retail stocks, Yeti (YETI) and Sonos (SONO), that are starting to look rather cheap and might be worth buying. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (5:20) - Should You Consider Yeti As A Buy Before Earnings? (14:05) - Sonos Aims to Boost Market Share Amid Growing Competition   [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the market after the Nasdaq fell into bear market territory earlier this week. The recent selling and larger 2022 downturn sent many growth stocks to levels that might start making them attractive to long-term investors, even if near-term volatility remains. The three beaten-down tech stocks we explore today ahead of earnings are Shopify (SHOP), Block (SQ), and Datadog (DDOG). (0:45) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (7:30) - Breaking Down Shopify For A Long Term Investment (19:00) - Should You Consider Block At These Discounted Prices? (28:25) - Datadog Cloud Monitoring: Is This A Buy Ahead Of Earnings? [email protected]

Ben Rains explores the market as Wall Street enters the heart of first quarter earnings season. The episode then breaks down two dividend-paying stocks reporting this week, NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) and Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ), that investors might want to consider buying at discounts and holding to help combat economic and market volatility. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (4:50) - Is NextEra Energy a Great Renewable Energy Stock? (9:00) - Is Verizon A Good Buy Ahead Of Earnings? [email protected]

Ben Rains looks at the market amid Wall Street’s renewed focus on higher interest rates. The episode then dives into Netflix (NFLX) ahead of its first quarter financial release to see if investors might want to buy the beaten-down streaming stock for big upside potential. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (3:35) - Should You Buy Netflix Ahead Of Earnings Results? (10:20) - Breaking Down NFLX Recent Stock Performance [email protected]

Ben Rains dives into the broader stock market and the economy as we start the first full week of April. The episode then breaks down two ‘Strong Buy’ stocks, Target (TGT) and Gildan (GIL), that investors might want to buy at discounts to start the second quarter and hold amid the economic uncertainty and market volatility. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know (4:45) - Target Continues To Grow Through The Pandemic And Rising Inflation (12:30) - Gildan: Is This Hidden Retail Gem On Sale Right Now? [email protected]