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3/18/2026 - Yesterday’s session was hopeful. A few times, it looked like gains would be erased, triggering a cascade of selling. Although slim gains held, even as crude oil rebounded. It’s still in the “Extreme Fear” zone, however. Energy (XLE) rebounded, which is self-explanatory, given crude oil was up more than 3%. Growth sectors (Consumer Discretionary (XLY) and Communication Services (XLC)) followed. Bringing up the rear was Health Care (XLV), which is starting to signal a yellow flag.... MORE

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Payne's Perspective: Pivotal Week

For the second week in a row, the market fought off the urge to capitulate on last Monday, but couldn’t fend off headlines and anxiety the remainder of the week.Technology (XLK) came out of the gate strongly, as investors sought to buy familiar names with strong fundamental tailwinds. Read more.

The Dividend Report - March 2026

The market continues to be driven by companies more focused on capital expenditures (CapEx).The story hasn’t changed, at least on the surface, with companies replacing buybacks and dividend yields to focus on capital expenditures.It’s essential to rasie exposure to dividend names that continue grow. Read more.

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Payne's Perspective: Stocks Ready to Gush Higher

3/9/2026 By Charles Payne, CEO & Principal Analyst
Last week was an interesting one. On Monday, the market opened under the kind of pressure usually associated with major geopolitical events, then somehow attracted buyers to finish the session slightly in the green. Then the narrative began driving the market more than the actual conflict. Read more.

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Charles you're the best! Your education system is great for investing knowledge. 2026 is going to rebound. We are in uncharted territory but with only good things ahead-coiled spring! ...more
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