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Seeking Alpha's Head of Quant, Steven Cress, answers your questions! Credo Technology - why the high momentum rating? (0:45) Explaining the Z score (2:30). Merck's momentum better than Pfizer's (3:55). Navigating energy stocks and market sensitivity (6:15). High growth stocks may be held back by valuation concerns (8:40). Why is Comfort Systems a hold? (9:25) Diversification key to minimizing risk; value and growth (11:10). Diving deeper into quant metrics and weightings (13:10).Show Notes:Top 10 Stocks For 2026Get Alpha Picks3 Stocks To Buy From Alpha Picks/Pro Quant PortfolioRead our transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

J Mintzmyer of Value Investor's Edge discusses shipping performance in 2025, strategies for navigating market downturns, and the importance of focusing on quality investments (0:45). Dry bulk potential, Cmb.Tech a top pick for 2026, impact of geopolitical factors on shipping (4:30). Stock selection metrics (12:20). The role of dividends in shipping (15:10). Broad macro risks (16:45). Learning lessons, setting goals (22:20).Show Notes:In Shipping, Global Macro Matters More Than EverBuy Cmb.Tech: Shipping Poised To Outperform Into 2026Why Dry Bulk Is A Top Pick In 2026Read our transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

Streaming and media expert Dan Rayburn shares why investors should only care about the Warner Bros/Netflix/Paramount deal if it happens (0:40). NFL and NFLX; streaming and sports (11:00). Appropriate metrics to use in this space (18:40). Brand and revenue: Apple, Google, Amazon, Disney, Netflix (27:40). What is TV? (45:00)Show Notes:Netflix Is Still KingStreaming Media BlogRead our transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

Scott Kaufman discusses leading The Dividend Kings, and focusing on dividend growth and value investing (0:25). Key metrics for evaluating dividend stocks (5:00). Digging deeper into LyondellBasell, Dow, and Eastman Chemical Company (8:50). Dividend cut implications (11:40). Baby bonds and preferred securities (15:00). Market sentiment and interest rates (19:20).Show Notes:Realty Income: Undervalued, Underappreciated, And UnlovedRegions Financial: 4.31% Yield With Big Dividend GrowthRead Our TranscriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

Steve Cress, our Head of Quant, reviews the investing year that was (1:20). Past returns of Steve's previous stock picks (11:50). Reviewing his top 10 stocks for 2025, which returned 45.6% vs S&P 500's 17.6% (14:50). This is an excerpt from a recent webinar, Top 10 Stocks For 2025 -- Recap & Results.Show Notes:Steven Cress' Top 2025 StocksRegister for Top Stocks 2026Episode TranscriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions