Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the 'long' context, investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades. Whi ...

This heightened scrutiny is particularly relevant for dividend stocks. While investors demand stability from growth stocks, they also seek substantial long-term growth potential from their dividend-bearing investments. Despite short-term Treasuries offering yields above 5%, dividend stocks must offer higher yields or the potential for significant long-term capital gains—or ideally both—to distinguish themselves in a competitive landscape. Source: Shutterstock Dividend stocks are regaining popularity in inve ...

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HRB has recorded better-than-expected earnings and revenue performance in the past four quarters, driven by improvements in net average charge in both Assisted and DIY, DIY volume growth and disciplined cost management. Zacks Rank and Stocks to Consider What's Behind the Rally H&R Block has a five-year strategy called Block Horizons in place, which is expected to help the company deliver sustainable revenues and operating profit growth, improve return on investments and maintain strong balance sheet and liq ...

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Growth stocks are attractive to many investors, as above-average financial growth helps these stocks easily grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. However, it isn't easy to find a great growth stock. That's because, these stocks usually carry above-average risk and volatility. In fact, betting on a stock for which the growth story is actually over or nearing its end could lead to significant loss. However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which look ...

Dividend stocks are making a comeback in portfolios after a period where higher interest rates made fixedincome options more attractive to income investors. As these investors return to dividend stocks, the criteria for selecting the best options have evolved — a trend that applies to most stock segments today. For instance, today's growth-oriented investors now demand stronger financial and fundamental credentials than in the zero interest rate policy (ZIRP) era, when any company forecasting significant fu ...

H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) has performed exceptionally well in the past year and has the potential to sustain this momentum in the near term. Consequently, if you haven't taken advantage of its share price appreciation yet, it's time you add the stock to your portfolio. What Makes HRB an Attractive Pick? An Outperformer: A glimpse at this consumer services company's price trend reveals that the stock has had an impressive run over the past year. Shares of H&R Block have gained 83.6%, outperforming the 30% rise o ...

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