Year: 2015

Many investors like to look for momentum in stocks, but this can be very tough to define. There is great debate regarding which metrics are the best to focus on in this regard, and which are not really quality indicators of future performance. Fortunately, with our new style score system we have identified the key statistics to pay close attention to and thus which stocks might be the best for momentum investors in the near term. […]

One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is Magellan Health, Inc. MGLN . This is because this security in the Medical – Health Maintenance Organization space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective. […]

Intermolecular, Inc. IMI was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise almost 8% on the day. The move came on solid volume with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. […]

Many investors like to look for momentum in stocks, but this can be very tough to define. There is great debate regarding which metrics are the best to focus on in this regard, and which are not really quality indicators of future performance. Fortunately, with our new style score system we have identified the key statistics to pay close attention to and thus which stocks might be the best for momentum investors in the near term. […]

Similar to wise buying decisions, exiting certain underperformers at the right time helps maximize portfolio returns. Selling off losers can be difficult, but if both the share price and estimates are falling, it could be time to get rid of the security before more losses hit your portfolio. […]

One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is M/A-Com Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. MTSI . […]

Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today: Aegean Marine Petroleum Network Inc. ( ANW ) Arbor Realty Trust Inc ( ABR ) Ardmore Shipping Corp ( ASC ) Autobytel Inc. ( ABTL ) Baxalta Inc ( BXLT ) View the entire Zacks Rank #1 List . […]

Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List today: ArcBest Corp ( ARCB ) BHP Billiton plc ( BBL ) Bona Film Group Ltd ( BONA ) Cal-Maine Foods Inc ( CALM ) Calavo Growers, Inc. ( CVGW ) View the entire Zacks Rank #5 List . Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? […]

If you are looking for a stock in the Auto/Truck Original Equipment industry, Gentex Corporation GNTX could be one to watch closely. Right now the company has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and it has been seeing rising earnings estimate revisions as of late. […]

If you are looking for a stock in the Machinery-General Industrial industry, Kaman Corporation KAMN could be one to watch closely. Right now the company has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and it has been seeing rising earnings estimate revisions as of late. In fact, the full year consensus estimate has risen from $2.51/share to $2.53/share in the past 60 days, while one estimate has gone higher for the time frame and zero have gone lower. […]

It can be very difficult to find companies that are both flying under the radar, and still might have potential for gains. Many times, stocks are off investors’ radar screens for a reason, though there are some hidden gems that could be worth uncovering by those with a high risk tolerance. One way to find these underappreciated stocks is by looking at companies that haven’t seen their share prices move higher lately, but have observed analysts raising earnings estimates for their stock. […]

Layne Christensen Company LAYN was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise just over 5% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This breaks the recent trend of the company, as the stock is now trading above the volatile price range of $3.78 to $5.03 since Dec 8, 2015. […]

Looking for a stock that might be in a good position to beat earnings at its next report? Consider Dycom Industries Inc. DY , a firm in the Building-Heavy Construction industry, which could be a great candidate for another beat. […]

Many investors like to look for momentum in stocks, but this can be very tough to define. There is great debate regarding which metrics are the best to focus on in this regard, and which are not really quality indicators of future performance. Fortunately, with our new style score system we have identified the key statistics to pay close attention to and thus which stocks might be the best for momentum investors in the near term […]

Similar to wise buying decisions, exiting certain underperformers at the right time helps maximize portfolio returns. Selling off losers can be difficult, but if both the share price and estimates are falling, it could be time to get rid of the security before more losses hit your portfolio. One such stock that you may want to consider dropping is Joy Global, Inc […]

One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is Gramercy Property Trust Inc. GPT . This is because this security in the REIT-Equity Trust Other space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective […]