Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Even as the S&P 500 reaches new highs, some investors view small-cap value stocks as the best option for long-term growth. Concerns are growing about the concentration of investments in index-based stocks. For instance, S&P 500 investors increasingly depend on mega-cap companies like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) to drive higher benchmarks. This reliance is a double-edged sword; a few missteps by these companies could significantly impact an entire portfolio. In contrast, small-cap value stocks offer two
As inflation remains increasingly sticky, finding undervalued stocks to buy has become increasingly difficult. Meme stocks like GameStop (NYSE:GME) continue climbing despite rapidly approaching market saturation, which could leave retail traders holding the bag when the music stops. Even if inflation cools consistently, goods and services remain significantly higher than two years ago. This discrepancy arises because inflation measures ongoing price growth rather than actual price levels, result