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8%-Yielding Portfolio: Building The Near-Perfect Dividend Snowball
We discuss the secrets to building a near-perfect dividend snowball. We discuss many of the best dividend machines for building a dividend snowball portfolio. We share a model portfolio that yields 8% and should not only provide sustainable income, but also grow its dividends over time.
Oil News: Crude Oil Holds $65.38 Long-Term Support Pivot as Fed, OPEC Signals Drive Outlook
Crude oil holds $65.38 long-term support as traders weigh Fed policy, OPEC signals, and EU sanctions. Oil outlook stays neutral without breakout.
ManpowerGroup: Stabilizing, But Not Yet A Buy
Q2 results show stabilization but nowhere near enough momentum for a Buy; macro risks and regional weakness persist, especially in Northern Europe. Management's cost discipline is encouraging, but I remain on Hold until I see sustained growth in Experis and margin recovery in Europe. Valuation appears undemanding, but low multiples reflect justified market caution; stock may stay depressed if trends don't improve.
LFGY: A Compromise Among Single-Name Buy-Write ETFs To Know
LFGY offers a diversified option‑income strategy focused on the crypto industry and (partly) on tech stocks. It presents itself as a less profitable, but also less volatile solution compared to single‑name buy‑write ETFs. It still focuses on stocks typical of YieldMax offerings, therefore highly volatile: COIN, MSTR, IBIT, MARA, HOOD, etc.
I'm Buying 4 Incredible Beaten-Down Dividend Aristocrats Hand-Over-Fist
Investors love dividend stocks because they provide dependable passive income streams and an excellent opportunity for solid total return.
Gartner: Solid Fundamentals, Discounted Valuation
Gartner's high retention research subscriptions drive stable cash flow and margins, supporting a resilient business model with predictable revenue. Shares trade at a forward P/E 27% below the 5-year average, despite consistent growth and business fundamentals, signaling undervaluation. Active share buybacks accelerate EPS growth and support the stock price, with management prioritizing capital returns over dividends.
Fresnillo: A Precious Investment Opportunity
Fresnillo is the world's largest silver producer based in Mexico. Improving mine production has driven adjusted earnings higher, beating its two London listed peers by 100 percentage points in the last year. Stable ownership and growing mine development as well as a positive macro backdrop make the outlook excellent.
Fresh Del Monte Produce Remains Appealing As Q2 2025 Earnings Near
Fresh Del Monte Produce remains a 'buy' as shares are undervalued and have outperformed the S&P 500 despite recent revenue declines. Profitability and cash flows have improved, with cost controls and higher margins offsetting segment-specific revenue weakness, especially in bananas. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with low net debt and attractive valuation multiples compared to peers, supporting the bullish outlook.
FBCG: Way Too Aggressive For Using Right Now
FBCG's heavy tech and Mag7 exposure offers high-growth potential but increases idiosyncratic risk and volatility versus the S&P 500. Recent performance has shown strong momentum, but risk-adjusted returns have lagged. Slowing economic growth, labor market weakness, and higher inflation create a challenging backdrop for growth funds like FBCG in the near term.
Centerra Gold: Turkish Mine's Clock Is Ticking, But High Transition Potential Remains
Centerra Gold is a strong buy thanks to its strong balance sheet, zero debt, and significant cash flow potential even after recent production setbacks. The company trades at a deep discount to net asset value and offers a combined 7.8% yield through dividends and buybacks, providing strong shareholder returns. Key risks include heavy reliance on two mines, especially the Turkish asset facing declining production and geopolitical risk, making diversification urgent.
Chevron's Victory in the Oil-Patch Brawl Was a Much-Needed Win
The acquisition of Hess—and its stake in a generational oil find—helps clear up lingering doubts about Chevron's growth prospects.
MARO: Elevated Risk Due To Bitcoin Exposure
MARO offers a massive 125% yield by harnessing MARA's volatility, but its synthetic option strategy carries high risk and caps upside potential. The ETF is best suited for aggressive income seekers, not for growth or capital preservation, due to its declining price and speculative underlying asset. Distributions are inconsistent and not tax-efficient, making MARO more appropriate for tax-advantaged accounts and those who can handle payout variability.
JNK Can Benefit From Lower Rates; Cuts May Be Pushed Out Due To Higher Inflation
JNK offers diversified high-yield bond exposure with limited concentration risk and a higher yield, offering investors a high-income, diversified portfolio strategy. The ETF is sensitive to interest rate movements; potential Fed rate cuts could benefit returns, but persistent inflation may delay such cuts. Sector exposures—especially consumer cyclicals—face headwinds from tariffs and inflation, while energy and communications present mixed outlooks.
Prediction: 1 AI Stock Will Be Worth More Than Nvidia and Palantir Technologies Combined by 2030
Nvidia (NVDA -0.42%) stock has returned 29% this year, and its market value currently stands at $4.2 trillion. Meanwhile, Palantir (PLTR -0.34%) shares have advanced 104%, and its market value currently stands at $360 billion.
Where Will AGNC Stock Be in 1 Year?
AGNC Investment (AGNC -0.38%), a mortgage real estate investment trust (mREIT), pays a whopping forward dividend yield of 15.7%. It makes those payments on a monthly basis.
3 No-Brainer Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy on a Dip
The market has returned to its highs, along with many top artificial intelligence (AI) names. However, another market dip could always be around the corner.
ACG Metals lifts gold output, cuts costs - ICYMI
ACG Metals Ltd (LSE:ACG, OTC:ACGAF) chairman and CEO, Artem Volynets, talked with Proactive about the company's upgraded production guidance, operational performance, and strategic transition plans at Gediktepe. ACG Metals Ltd has increased its full-year production forecast to an average of 36,000–38,000 ounces of gold equivalent, up from the previous guidance of 30,000–33,000 ounces.
Canadian Natural Will See Its Already Impressive Margins Boosted By LNG Canada
Canadian Natural Resources benefits from diversified, efficient oil sands and natural gas assets, with strong production and low breakeven costs under $45/barrel. The ramp-up of LNG Canada opens new markets for natural gas, supporting long-term demand and pricing power for CNQ. Profitability stands out due to stable, long-life oil sands operations, enabling high free cash flow yields and robust shareholder returns.
Power Solutions International: Solid Margins, Fuel Flexibility, And A Market Still Ignoring The Cash Flow
Power Solutions International has achieved a strong turnaround: high profitability, reduced debt, and stable cash flows signal robust financial health and operating efficiency. The company is well-positioned in fast-growing segments like data centers and renewable energy, leveraging HVO-ready engines and electrification solutions for a competitive edge. Key catalysts include financial restructuring, index inclusion, and rising demand from AI-driven data centers, supporting long-term growth potential despite cyclical risks.
10 Reasons to Buy and Hold This Market-Leading Stock Forever
Airline stocks haven't traditionally been a great investment, and they've attracted criticism from no less than Warren Buffett in the past. However, if you are willing to keep an open mind and share my view that something fundamental has changed in the industry, then Delta Air Lines (DAL -0.09%) is a great stock to buy.
Warren Buffett Sold Apple and Bank of America in Favor of This Boring Investment Offering a 4.3% Yield
Warren Buffett's tremendous success as an investor didn't come from trying to time the market, nor from predicting which stocks would go up or down in the near term. Those are impossible tasks, he has noted on multiple occasions.
1 Unstoppable Stock Has Quietly Outperformed Every Single Member of the "Magnificent Seven," and It's Still a Buy Right Now, According to Wall Street.
The advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) brought a windfall for the "Magnificent Seven," which quickly became some of the market's best-performing stocks. The popular collective includes Meta Platforms, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla.
1 No-Brainer Trillion-Dollar Stock to Buy Like There's No Tomorrow
Companies with a market cap above $1 trillion are in a class of their own. They all have terrific businesses and have generally produced market-beating returns for years.
If I Could Buy and Hold Just 1 Stock Forever, This Would Be It
for·ev·er -- for all future time, for eternity, in perpetuity. -- Oxford English Dictionary
Mach Natural Resources Increases Its Total Production By Nearly 90% Through Acquisitions
Mach announced acquisitions with a total value of $1.287 billion. Deal price was 41% cash and 59% common units. Mach's total production increases by close to 90% while its oil production increases by approximately 55%. Compared to without the acquisitions, Mach's free cash flow per unit should increase by low teens percent.
India summons Google and Meta in betting app case, ANI reports
India's Enforcement Directorate agency, which probes economic crimes, has summoned representatives from Google and Meta to appear on Monday in connection with a case involving betting apps, ANI news agency reported on Saturday, citing official sources.
Helix Exploration nears first helium production in Montana - ICYMI
Helix Exploration PLC (AIM:HEX, OTCQB:HHEXF) CEO Bo Sears talked with Proactive about the latest developments at the Rudyard Field, where the Inez #1 well has confirmed helium-bearing zones across a broader area. Sears explained that the logs from Inez #1 look identical to the earlier Linda #1 well, underlining the field's large aerial extent.
Fuchs SE: Steady Executioner In Good Position To Capitalize On Megatrends
I rate Fuchs SE a buy, citing its consistent ability to outgrow a flat industry by winning market share through R&D and customization. FUPBY is well-positioned to benefit from structural megatrends like e-mobility, sustainability, and digitalization, driving both revenue and margin expansion. Its localized global manufacturing footprint provides defensive strength against geopolitical risks and supply chain disruptions, while enabling further market share gains.
Talen Energy: The Street Chases AI Chips, I'm Buying The Power Behind Them
Talen Energy is transforming from a traditional utility into a critical AI infrastructure provider, with strong positioning in the PJM market and long-term Amazon contracts. Recent acquisitions of gas-fired plants and an expanded AWS deal drive significant cash flow growth, making Talen a unique, scalable energy partner for data centers. Despite risks around leverage, refinancing, and regulatory exposure, Talen's forward valuation is attractive, with FCF yield near 9% and substantial upside potential.
Publicis Groupe: Fundamentals Are Improving Across The Board
I maintain my buy rating on Publicis Groupe, citing strong 2Q25 results, market share gains, and resilient organic growth across regions. PUBGY's turnaround at Sapient, coupled with strategic M&A and robust net new billings, strengthens its forward revenue visibility and growth prospects. The shift from AI pilots to scaled deployments positions Sapient for future upside, potentially driving double-digit growth beyond FY25.
