At Extreme Investor Network, we understand the importance of quality stocks in uncertain market conditions. As the market remains veiled in unease, turning to quality fundamentals at a reasonable price can be a solid investment strategy. According to Piper Sandler, focusing on stocks with attractive value, cash flow profitability, realized growth, and expected near-term growth can help investors weather the storm.
Piper Sandler’s Macro Select model has proven successful, consistently landing in the top decile of excess return over the past year. By capturing macro tailwinds since its inception in 2018, the model has identified several names in the S&P 1500 index that have recently become “most attractive” in the last month.
One such company is Verizon, a communications services giant, which has moved up to a ranking of 2 from 6 in the current quarter. Analysts see an average upside of 5.3% for the stock, which has rallied almost 13% this year. Redburn Atlantic Equities recently upgraded Verizon to neutral, citing improving subscriber trends and a healthy dividend cover.
United Airlines is another quality stock identified by Piper Sandler, with the airline carrier moving up to a ranking of 2 this quarter. Despite facing challenges with its Boeing aircraft fleet, analysts overwhelmingly rate the stock as a buy, with an average price target indicating a potential rise of nearly 42%.
Microsoft, a tech titan and “Magnificent Seven” member, is also highlighted as a quality name to watch. With a ranking of 2 in the current quarter, Microsoft has rallied 12% this year. Analysts see a 9.4% upside to its average price target, with many assigning strong buy or buy ratings to the company.
In these uncertain times, investing in quality stocks with strong fundamentals can provide a level of stability and potential growth in a volatile market. At Extreme Investor Network, we believe in the power of quality investments to weather the storm and emerge stronger in the long run. Stay tuned to our website for more insights and recommendations on navigating the investing landscape.
