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JANUARY 16, 2025

And this has helped the company generate billions of dollars in advertising revenue year after year. Today, Meta continues to dominate in social media and on top of this the company is investing heavily in AI. The company is debt free and had a liquidity position of about $1.3 I also like Chewy's financial health.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Building long-term wealth for retirement Exactly how much you could earn will depend on your return on investment, and that will differ based on the specific funds you're buying. But the overall stock market has earned an average rate of return of 10% per year over the past 50 years.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The company expects its total addressable market to grow to $100 billion this year, an indication that it is scratching the surface of a massive opportunity, since its 2024 revenue increased by 24% to $964 million. The company reported an almost sevenfold increase in its bottom line last year to $0.29 Then youll want to hear this.

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MARCH 21, 2025

Recently, the company has focused on enhancing customer experiences and expanding its market footprint to fuel growth. The companys adjusted EPS of $0.13 billion in debt, the company expects to achieve annual interest savings of $145 million, contributing to a debt reduction of $500 million. Revenue increased 7.3%

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DECEMBER 23, 2024

Many investors still don't know about Brookfield (NYSE: BN) , a company headquartered in Canada. Once you learn about all the niche investment funds it operates, you'll be truly amazed. Once you learn about all the niche investment funds it operates, you'll be truly amazed. Start Your Mornings Smarter!

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MARCH 27, 2025

The company's large size confers significant competitive advantages in developing new drugs. The company's 2023 acquisition of Seagen has also significantly bolstered its oncology portfolio, contributing a noteworthy $3.4 Additionally, the company remains on track to deliver $1.5 The company currently offers a substantial 6.7%

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OCTOBER 27, 2024

Here are three standout Vanguard ETFs that exemplify efficient, simple investing while providing excellent portfolio diversification. companies, providing instant diversification across America's most established businesses. average annual returns over the prior 10 years. Image source: Getty Images. Large Cap Growth Index.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

However, this is precisely the case with The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY). The iconic American company famous for its Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, Cadbury, and Twizzlers brands (along with about 95 more) has seen its stock drop around 23% since April. With a best-in-class ROIC, a growing dividend, the most recognizable brand in U.S.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This outperformance occurred in spite of the company's recent 25% share price drop from its 2024 highs. While a discounted valuation like this would typically imply that something with the company is going wrong, I'd argue that Tennant's future looks brighter than ever, making it a promising investment today.

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MAY 26, 2024

But the company strikes a balance between returning cash to shareholders and expanding geographically (it now has 6,217 stores) at a highly profitable rate, and after a recent dip, it is as good a time as any to buy shares of this seemingly unstoppable stock. ORLY return on invested capital; data by YCharts.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

For long-term investors, finding quality companies you can invest in through the good and bad times is important to building wealth. The company has raised its dividend for 60 consecutive years, spanning the last eight recessions ! The company has raised its dividend for 60 consecutive years, spanning the last eight recessions

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OCTOBER 1, 2024

Over the last 20 years, AutoZone has delivered total returns of roughly 4,000%, making it a 41-bagger in a relatively short period -- for true long-term investors, at least. These results are particularly incredible because they occurred despite the company's sales only tripling over those two decades. percentage points annually.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

That means an investment of $1,000 then would now be worth more than $17 million. Unfortunately, that track record won't help you much unless you have a time machine, but it's evidence of the company's dominance of the home improvement retail sector and its enduring competitive advantages. Additionally, the company's 2.5%

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APRIL 30, 2024

This dominant positioning in the animal healthcare industry has helped the company deliver total returns of over 400% since its 2013 spinoff from Pfizer. However, after outpacing the returns of the S&P 500 index for more than a decade, Zoetis stock has struggled recently after three red flags appeared.

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DECEMBER 16, 2023

Additionally, by focusing on dividend growth stocks with well-funded dividends and a history of solid returns on invested capital, investors can further stack the odds of meeting this 15% threshold in their favor. United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) and Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) are two companies that fit this simple billing.

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JUNE 21, 2023

Over time, stocks with growing dividends and high returns on invested capital (ROICs) have tended to outperform their peers. By highlighting these qualities -- plus a payout ratio below 50% -- investors can create a stocked pond to fish in and perhaps find the next investing lunker.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

While multibagger stocks generally elicit thoughts of famous brands, high-growth stocks, or revolutionary technology innovations, countless ordinary-looking companies deliver market-stomping returns. However, after posting total returns of over 5,000% since the turn of the millennium, the company certainly qualifies.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2023

But we can discuss why the company's immense cash generation ability leaves it positioned to be a winning investment over the next two decades. Here's what makes the company an excellent bet to continue beating the Dow Jones over the long haul. Generating $4.4 Generating $4.4 Here's how Waste Management does it.

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OCTOBER 8, 2023

However, as promising as these dividend metrics are, this is only a portion of what makes the company so intriguing, especially after dipping 20% from its 52-week highs. Here's what makes Allegion a magnificent S&P 500 company to buy and hold forever. ALLE Return on Invested Capital data by YCharts. Why buy now?

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Despite growing sales by 40% over the last five years -- further locking in its status as the world's largest spirits company -- Diageo (NYSE: DEO) has seen its share price dip slightly over the same time. Despite already maintaining a leadership position in the nearly $1 trillion industry, the company's growth story is far from over.

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JULY 2, 2023

As the leading pool products and supplies distributor in the United States, the aptly named company was added to the S&P 500 index in 2020 amid its incredible run of outperformance. Making matters worse, cool and wet weather in the company's core U.S. Let's explore three key reasons why.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2023

However, cyclicality appears to have finally caught up to the company, as Toro's stock has practically moved sideways over the last three years, despite a 20% to 30% price oscillation up and down in between. Averaging a ROIC of 19% since 2000, Toro has consistently generated robust returns on the capital it has put to work.

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JANUARY 14, 2024

It's an extraordinary record of growth that resulted from a combination of two things: Buffett's purchases of businesses outright and purchases of small pieces of quality companies through the stock market. Buffett has long been an advocate of buying companies with a clear competitive advantage over rivals.

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JANUARY 13, 2024

Meanwhile, new artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have the power to improve targeting and return on investment for advertisers. The company offers a cloud-based, self-serve platform for ad agencies and brands to manage digital ad campaigns and maximize their return on investment.

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APRIL 15, 2024

A pipeline powerhouse Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) is a leading midstream energy company. The company has roughly $6.5 The LP has delivered an average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 12% over the last 10 years. The company's distribution yield currently tops 7%. The company manages its debt well.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Three examples are businesses with consistently growing dividend payments and a low payout ratio, steady share repurchases, and a high and rising return on invested capital. Finding companies that meet these requirements creates a "stocked pond" for us to fish in. Despite this drop, the company's operations have been resilient.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This dramatic slowdown (and eventual shrinking) has caused the market to send the company's shares down 73% from its recent highs. First, most of this slowdown results from how the company recognizes revenue upfront when it sells drinks through its largest distributor, Pepsi. MELI Return on Invested Capital data by YCharts.

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DECEMBER 23, 2023

After delivering a total return of over 140% in the last five years, it may seem unlikely that Bombardier Recreational Products (NASDAQ: DOOO) would make for an excellent "buy on the dip" candidate. However, that appears to be the case for the Canadian powersports company. DOOO Return on Invested Capital data by YCharts.

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MARCH 25, 2024

By scooping up shares of just a couple of these players, you can gain access to a company that already has proven its ability to grow earnings over time and has what it takes to win in a potential AI revolution. In even more good news, you don't need a fortune to invest in these promising AI stocks. The company is investing in AI.

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OCTOBER 19, 2024

While the company does face some challenges over the next three years, there's more than enough opportunity to make up for it. If you're willing to buy and hold, this could become a stellar investment. Don't expect history to repeat itself Nu is the perfect example of a fintech company. NU Revenue (TTM) data by YCharts.

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JANUARY 27, 2024

The company also is investing heavily in the hot area of artificial intelligence (AI), which is boosting earnings in two ways. Back in 2022, the company reported its first annual loss in about a decade. Return on invested capital also has been on the rise over the past year. Image source: Getty Images.

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JULY 8, 2024

That investment will begin paying off almost immediately. The company is a Dividend King with 52 consecutive years of dividend hikes. Sales for Humira have declined sharply after the autoimmune disease drug lost patent protection, weighing on the company's total revenue. Ares Capital has only 2.4%

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AUGUST 6, 2023

One of the most high-profile was a $60 million stake in troubled mall operator General Growth Properties, a company on the verge of bankruptcy, which he subsequently turned into $3.5 Let's run Alphabet through Ackman's checklist to assess how the company made the cut. billion, the company's free cash flow came in at $21.8

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NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Since spinning off from pharmaceutical juggernaut Pfizer in 2012, the company has grown its shareholders' initial investment by some sixfold, equating to an annualized total return of 17% over 12 years. In fact, 90% of the company's sales come from products where it holds a leading market share. 2 business in Europe.

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JANUARY 27, 2024

That's why I've got my eye on companies involved in the high-growth area of artificial intelligence (AI) from chipmakers that power AI tools to companies using this technology to improve their operations. Companies investing now could greatly benefit down the road -- and so could you. Image source: Getty Images.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

I'm sure his previous company's success taking care of professionals sparked a focus on shifting the strategic focus at Lowe's. The company currently generates about 25% of its total sales from pros, a customer group that includes contractors, plumbers, electricians, and the like. Should you invest $1,000 in Lowe's Companies right now?

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OCTOBER 20, 2024

The company's history dates back to the 1980s, but thanks to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) , investors should be excited about its future potential. As fabrication technology improves, companies can fit more circuits on smaller chips. I also like how Lam Research's return on invested capital (ROIC) has gradually improved.

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