For Immediate Release
Chicago, IL – October 17, 2024 – Stocks in this week’s article are Nordstrom, Inc. JWN, Phibro Animal Health Corp. PAHC, AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. AB, Carnival Corp. & plc CCL and Jackson Financial Inc. JXN.
Grab These 5 Relative Price Strength Stocks for Strong Returns
The U.S. stock market continues its upward climb, with the S&P 500 recently reaching a fresh high. Inflation is steadily easing, interest rates are being cut and economic growth remains robust. The labor market shows resilience, and corporate earnings estimates are on the rise. Additionally, a dip in crude oil prices has helped fuel greater investment in equities.
The Federal Reserve's goal of achieving a soft landing seems to be materializing, and the market is reflecting that optimism.
Of course, caution is always warranted, as challenges can emerge at any time. However, the current economic landscape appears to be in a balanced, "just right" phase, which could lead to more market highs as we approach the year-end.
In this context, several stocks have exhibited notable relative price strength, standing out as strong performers amid the broader market rally. By focusing on stocks that have already demonstrated upward momentum, investors can potentially capitalize on their continued strength.
At this stage, investors would be wise to consider stocks like Nordstrom, Inc., Phibro Animal Health Corp., AllianceBernstein Holding L.P., Carnival Corp. & plc and Jackson Financial Inc. based on their relative price strength.
Relative Price Strength Strategy
Whether a stock has the potential to offer considerable returns is determined primarily by its earnings and valuation ratios. Simultaneously, it is essential to check whether its price performance exceeds its peers or the industry average.
Upon such comparison, if we find that a stock is unable to match up to wider sectoral growth despite having impressive earnings momentum or valuation multiples, it may be better to avoid it.
However, those outperforming their respective industries or benchmarks should be included in your portfolio since they have a higher chance of securing significant returns. Picking a stock that outperforms its peers ensures a winning option on your hands.
Then again, it is imperative that you determine whether or not an investment has relevant upside potential when considering stocks with significant relative price strength. Stocks delivering better than the S&P 500 for 1 to 3 months, at least, and having solid fundamentals indicate room for growth and are the best ways to go about this strategy.
Finally, it is crucial to find out whether analysts are optimistic about the upcoming earnings of these companies. In order to do this, we have added positive estimate revisions for the current quarter's (Q1) earnings to our screen. When a stock undergoes an upward revision, it leads to additional price gains.
Nordstrom, Inc.: The company is a leading fashion specialty retailer in the United States. Headquartered in Seattle, WA, JWN has a VGM Score of A.
The firm has a market capitalization of $3.8 billion. Over the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Nordstrom's fiscal 2025 earnings has moved up 5.6%. JWN shares have increased 65.8% in a year.
Phibro Animal Health Corp.: It is a leading global diversified animal health and mineral nutrition company. The fiscal 2025 Zacks Consensus Estimate for Teaneck, NJ-based PAHC indicates 30.3% year-over-year earnings per share growth. Phibro Animal Health has a VGM Score of A.
Over the past 60 days, PAHC saw the Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2025 move up 8.4%. It beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in three of the last four quarters and missed in the other, the average being 4.1%. Phibro Animal Health shares have moved up 96.4% in a year.
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.: Based in Nashville, TN, the company is a diversified global asset manager. AB's expected EPS growth rate for three to five years is currently 17.4%, which compares favorably with the industry's growth rate of 14.9%. The company has a VGM Score of A.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 earnings of AllianceBernstein Holding indicates 12.3% growth. It beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in each of the last four quarters, the average being 8.9%. AB shares have gone up 22.6% in a year.
Carnival Corporation & plc: Based in Miami, FL, the company is the largest cruise operator in the world. CCL's current market capitalization is $23.3 billion. CCL has a VGM Score of A.
Notably, over the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Carnival's 2024 earnings has moved up 9.2%. It beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in each of the last four quarters, the average being 318.1%. CCL shares have jumped 72.4% in a year.
Jackson Financial Inc.: It is a financial services company, helping Americans grow and protect their retirement savings and income. The 2024 Zacks Consensus Estimate for Lansing, MI-based JXN indicates 46.3% year-over-year earnings per share growth. Jackson Financial has a VGM Score of B.
Jackson Financial beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in three of the last four quarters and missed in the other, the average being 4.1%. JXN shares have surged 139.3% in a year.
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