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Zacks Equity Strategist Mayur Thaker, CFA, discusses the state of the US Healthcare industry, which represents 18% of the country's GDP, and encompasses three main areas: Drugs, Medical Services, and Medical Products.?? ? Healthcare is one of the few sectors of the economy that is mostly isolated from macroeconomic cycles but is a heavily regulated area of the economy. Mayur surveys some of the Zacks top-ranked stocks in this sector and offers commentary on what is attractive about these companies. He highlights tickers like AbbVie (ABBV), Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX), Cardinal Health (CAH), Boston Scientific (BSX), and others.?? ? Finally, Mayur offers the pros and cons of investing in this sector, as well as his strategy for picking healthcare stocks. Don't miss this to get your thorough check-up on Healthcare stocks! ?https://lnkd.in/g7MWrh6n? ? #StockMarket #FinancialAdvisor #StockMarketUpdate #MarketAnalysis??

In February, Zacks ETF model portfolios outperformed the broader index. The Dow fell 1.6%, the S&P lost 1.4%, and the Nasdaq plunged 4% as investors struggle to decipher the impacts of President Trump's tariffs.?? ? Volatility is expected to remain elevated until there is greater clarity on the policy front, but investors should ignore the noise and remain focused on their long-term investment goals. See more in Neena Mishra’s full review of Zacks ETF model portfolios: https://lnkd.in/gayUeNgU? ? #MarketAnalysis #StockMarketUpdate #ETFs #FinancialAdvisor #InvestmentAdvisor??

How do Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks actually perform?? Shares of DRDGOLD Limited (DRD) have gained +45.14% since it was upgraded to Zacks Rank #1 on January 22, 2025. In the same period, the S&P 500 declined -6.63%. (All data is through 3/14/25)? Zacks Rank is our short-term rating system that has earnings estimate revisions at its core. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements. Learn more about Zacks research performance and see more of our latest performance numbers with our free weekly performance update.?https://lnkd.in/gETFgdSS

Don’t miss this week’s strategy call, where Zacks Chief Equity Strategist and Economist John Blank, PhD, provides us with a journey through stocks in the Transportation sector, focusing on two industries: Air Transportation and Transportation, which encompasses over-the-road and rail shipping, ocean freight, logistics, and more. Before diving into the analysis, John discusses the latest trends and developments in both industries, ranging from electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) to air traffic controller staffing, AI, self-driving trucks, drone delivery, and more.?? ? He highlights equities like Southwest Airlines (LUV), FedEx (FDX), and Union Pacific (UNP). Watch this week’s video for valuable insights on top stocks that help move people and goods around the globe. https://lnkd.in/g7MWrh6n? ? #StockMarket #FinancialAdvisor #StockMarketUpdate #MarketAnalysis??

The Zacks Focus List consistently shows strong performance. From February 1996 to February 2025, it delivered an annualized return of 13.26%, outperforming the S&P, which shows an annualized return of 9.80% during the same period. See the performance update: https://lnkd.in/gD4q39Fe? ? #Stocks #StockMarket #FinancialAdvisor?

Shares of?AngloGold Ashanti plc (AU) have gained +15.82% (versus the S&P 500’s?? -2.87% decrease), and shares of Fox Corporation (FOX) have added +10.45% (versus the S&P 500’s -2.71% drop), since we upgraded the Zacks Recommendation for these stocks to Outperform on January 16th and January 6th, respectively. (All data is through 3/7/25)? ? Unlike the Zacks Rank—our short-term rating system that is most effective over the one- to three-month holding horizon—the Zacks Recommendation aims to predict performance over the next 6 to 12 months.? ? Learn more about Zacks research performance and see more of our latest performance numbers with our free weekly performance update.? https://lnkd.in/gETFgdSS

This week, Zacks Equity Strategist Mayur Thaker, CFA, reviews the just-finished Q4 2024 earnings season and a preview of his outlook for the year ahead. As has been the case for years, the "Magnificent 7" big tech stocks again dominated in Q4, but EPS estimates are beginning to fade as we head into 2025.?? ? Meanwhile, the all-important cyclicals are seeing accelerating growth. Mayur points out that cyclicals, also known as value stocks, have great analytical value as a reflection of the true underlying economy. Mayur also discusses the role of tariffs in the new administration's pro-growth agenda.?? ? Finally, he offers his overall forecast for the S&P 500 and ideas for investors looking for deep value Cyclical stocks with strong balance sheets, high ROIC, and attractive valuations. He highlights stocks, including Littelfuse Inc (LFUS), United Parcel Service Inc (UPS), Albemarle Corp (ALB), Gentex Corp (GNTX), and others.?? ? See what’s ahead in 2025 in this week’s strategy call: ?https://lnkd.in/g7MWrh6n? ? #StockMarket #FinancialAdvisor #StockMarketUpdate #MarketAnalysis??

How do the stocks we include in the Zacks Focus List actually perform?? ? In the past 3 months, shares of Zacks Focus List member 3M Company (MMM), have gained +18.28%, and shares of Visa Inc. (V), have returned +15.88%. Over the same period, the S&P 500 has decreased -1.63% (all data as of 02/28/25).? ? Learn more about Zacks research performance and see more of our latest performance numbers with our free weekly performance update.? https://lnkd.in/gETFgdSS

This week, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist and Economist John Blank, PhD discusses top ideas in the Utilities sector, focusing on two industries: Telecom and Water. Before diving into the analysis, John discusses the latest industry trends and developments, including regulatory developments, autonomous treatment plans, financial performance challenges, and more. John examines the most relevant metrics for stocks in these industries and highlights noteworthy equities, including Telecom Italia Group (TIIAY), Essential Utilities (WTRG), American States Water Company (AWR), York Water Company (YORW), and more. Don’t miss these valuable insights on the top stocks that help make the world go round. https://lnkd.in/g7MWrh6n #StockMarket #FinancialAdvisor #WealthAdvisor #StockMarketUpdate

How do Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) stocks actually perform?? Shares of Nomura Holdings, Inc. (NMR) have gained +12.31% (compared to the S&P 500’s +0.88% increase) since it was upgraded to Zacks Rank #2 on December 24, 2024, and shares of Corning Incorporated (GLW) have added +8.77% (versus the S&P 500’s +2.01% advance) since it was upgraded to Zacks Rank #2 on December 31, 2024. (All data is through 2/21/25)? Zacks Rank is our short-term rating system that has earnings estimate revisions at its core. Empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements. Learn more about Zacks research performance and see more of our latest performance numbers with our free weekly performance update.?https://lnkd.in/gETFgdSS