By avoiding big swings, low-volatility stocks let investors focus on long-term fundamentals.
These stocks may not be up 100% in a single year, but they offer a measured approach to building wealth over time.
Wall Street is overwhelmingly bullish on the stocks in this article, with price targets suggesting significant upside potential.
However, it’s worth remembering that analysts rarely issue sell ratings, partly because their firms often seek other business from the same companies they cover.
While the S&P 500 (^GSPC) includes industry leaders, not every stock in the index is a winner.
Some companies are past their prime, weighed down by poor execution, weak financials, or structural headwinds.
Let's delve into the developments on the US markets one hour before the close of the markets on Wednesday. Below, you'll find the top gainers and losers within the S&P500 index during today's session.
Stay tuned for the market movements in the S&P500 index on Wednesday. Check out the gap up and gap down stocks in the S&P500 index during today's session.
Large-cap stocks usually command their industries because they have the scale to drive market trends.
The flip side though is that their sheer size can limit growth as expanding further becomes an increasingly challenging task.
Animal health company Zoetis (NYSE:ZTS) reported Q1 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 1.4% year on year to $2.22 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $9.5 billion at the midpoint came in 1.8% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.48 per share was 5.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Profitability is a key measure of business strength.
Companies with high margins have proven they can generate consistent earnings while maintaining financial discipline.
