This basket of growth stocks, value stocks, and a high-yield dividend stock can help round out your portfolio this fall.With the first three quarters of the calendar year in the books, investors are strolling into October with the major indexes at all-time highs and a more than 20% year-to-date gain in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite. Go back even further, and the S&P 500 is up a staggering 50% since the start of 2023.Efficiency improvements and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered innovations are sending ...

At many points in September, investors heard about the S&P 500 hitting a record high. But at several points in that month, the index pulled back instead of moving higher. This is called a resistance level, a technical point where buying activity weakens, leaving room for sellers to come in. You're well aware of this price movement if you’re invested in an exchange-traded fund (ETF) such as the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust NYSEARCA: SPY. The SPY is up just 0.29% in the 30 days ending October 1.  But if you’re inve ...

Industrial, materials and consumer discretionary companies with exposure to China stand to benefit from stimulus.China just released a stimulus package to help the country reach its 5% economic growth target for 2024 and jolt its struggling housing and equity markets. The announcement came after the U.S. Federal Reserve unveiled a 50-basis-point (0.5%) rate cut to counter rising unemployment and help consumers who have been hit hard by inflation and soaring housing costs.The stimulus package led to a surge ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, announced today that it will release its third-quarter 2024 earnings after the NYSE closes on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.The company will hold a conference call to discuss its third-quarter 2024 results on Thursday, November 7, at 8:00 a.m. ET. Access to the call is available via webcast or direct dial. A link to the webcast can be ...

Company Rebranding and Strategy - TreeCareHQ Charlottesville has rebranded to Albemarle Felling Pro, reflecting its commitment to improving services and presence in the Charlottesville area [1] - The rebrand aims to align the company's identity with its mission and comprehensive tree care services, including tree removal, trimming, care, and stump removal [1] - The CEO emphasized that the new name reflects the company's high standards and local expertise [1] Services and Expertise - Albemarle Felling Pro offers four main services: tree removal, tree trimming, tree care, and stump removal, with a focus on advanced pruning techniques and safety assessments [2] - The company's certified arborists monitor pests and diseases to ensure long-term tree resilience and property safety [2] - Tree removal services are tailored to individual needs, considering factors like size, location, and complexity, with a focus on emergency storm damage response [3] - Tree trimming services improve tree health by removing dead or overgrown branches, promoting healthy growth and air circulation [4] - Tree care services include advanced pruning and ongoing pest monitoring to maintain optimal tree health in urban and residential environments [4] - Stump removal services prepare areas for replanting or other uses, helping clients reclaim their spaces [4] Community Engagement and Online Presence - Albemarle Felling Pro has updated its social media presence, including a Facebook page for customer interaction, reviews, and updates [5] - The company has also updated its Google Business Profile to reflect the new name, ensuring consistency across platforms [5] - The rebrand aims to make Albemarle Felling Pro synonymous with expert tree services in the community and set higher industry standards [5] Geographic Coverage and Contact Information - Albemarle Felling Pro serves Charlottesville, Earlysville, Free Union, Ivy, and Keswick in Virginia [2][6] - Contact information, including phone number and email, remains unchanged to ensure smooth communication during the transition [6] Future Outlook - The rebrand and improved online presence are expected to make it easier for customers to connect with and access the company's services [6] - The transition marks a new chapter for the company, showcasing its growth and dedication to offering excellent tree services and supporting green spaces in the region [6]

If you're interested in bargains, these two names deserve a place on your radar.With Halloween on the horizon, kids are choosing their creepy costumes and horror film fans are revisiting their favorite creature features. One area where there is little fear to be found, though, is the S&P 500, which has risen 20% since the start of the year. The S&P 500's climb reflects the overwhelming enthusiasm of bulls who seem to be far from afraid that the market will fall in the near future.Some stocks, however, have ...

Albemarle (ALB) closed the most recent trading day at $90.46, moving +1.97% from the previous trading session. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.25%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.2%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.56%.Coming into today, shares of the specialty chemicals company had lost 0.26% in the past month. In that same time, the Basic Materials sector gained 0.94%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.65%.Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close e ...

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Albemarle (ALB) has recently been on Zacks.com's list of the most searched stocks. Therefore, you might want to consider some of the key factors that could influence the stock's performance in the near future.Shares of this specialty chemicals company have returned -0.3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.7% change. The Zacks Chemical - Diversified industry, to which Albemarle belongs, has gained 1% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the ne ...

If you’re like many investors, you may feel this isn’t your normal bull market. For every data point supporting a strengthening economy, you can find one or more that suggest things are weaker than expected.  In the end, it may all be open to interpretation. That's why it’s good to adopt investment strategies that don’t require guesswork about the broader economy. One of those is finding stocks that are trading below their fair value. One tactic is to look at stocks trading at or near their 52-week low.  To ...