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SIGNS OF LIFE
3/20/2026 - Yesterday, after the closing bell, most market stories shared the same headline: the market was down again, without providing nuance. Not only could this market have been hammered by momentum and sentiment, but it also climbed off the canvas numerous times and, at one point, even went positive. Extended factors were impressive, with more than half finishing in the green, including small-caps across the board.... MORE

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SIGNS OF LIFE
3/20/2026 9:45:12 AM By Charles Payne
MIC DROP
3/19/2026 9:44:39 AM By Charles Payne
STILL TEPID
3/18/2026 9:43:58 AM By Charles Payne
GREEN AHEAD OF ST PATRICKS DAY
3/17/2026 9:41:17 AM By Charles Payne
Green Screen
3/16/2026 1:19:57 PM By Charles Payne

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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By Scott Perry: - 12/31/2025
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