Full Court Finance

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Sep 2025

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Each week, Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the most important stories from the investment and financial world.

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September 15, 2025Episode 32818 min

3 Top Stocks to Buy for AI-Driven Energy Growth

Oracle bolstered the case for the artificial intelligence spending boom last week. But there won't be an AI age without massive energy growth and grid expansion. This is why the hyperscalers such as Amazon and Meta are racing to make deals across nuclear, natural gas, solar, and beyond. Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks explores three top energy stocks to buy to ride the AI-driven boom: Talen Energy Corporation (TLN), MasTec, Inc. (MTZ), and Constellation Energy (CEG). (0:30) – Why You Should Invest In The AI- Energy Boom (4:40) – Buy Soaring Talen Energy For Long Term AI-Heavy Nuclear Energy Growth? (9:30) - How Does MasTec Stand To Benefit From The Power Grid Expansion Why Constellation Is An AI-Energy Standout. Podcast@Zacks.com

August 21, 2025Episode 32719 min

2 S&P 500 Stocks (CMG, FTNT) Down Over 30% to Buy Now

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks explores two beaten-down S&P 500 stocks, Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) and Fortinet (FTNT), trading at least 30% below their highs that investors might want to buy as the benchmark trades near its peaks. Both Chipotle and Fortinet remain strong companies with durable businesses that are finding support at their long-term 200-week moving averages. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know To Close August (4:45) - Chipotle Stock Is Down Nearly 40%: Should Investors Start Buying? (12:00) - Should Investors Buy Fortinet At A Major Discount? Podcast@Zacks.com

July 10, 2025Episode 32620 min

3 Stocks to Buy Before Q2 Earnings and Hold Forever: TSM, NFLX, FAST

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks dives into three stocks—Fastenal (FAST), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSM), and Netflix, Inc. (NFLX)—to buy heading into their second-quarter earnings releases and hold. These three stocks offer investors unique exposure for long-term upside across various areas of the economy that aren't going out of style. (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (3:50) - Is Fastenal Stock A Strong Long-term Buy and Hold Investment? (10:05) - Buy This Semiconductor Powerhouse Stock Now? (14:15) - Should You Buy Netflix As It Continues To Crush Tech? Podcast@Zacks.com

June 26, 2025Episode 22520 min

2 Top Stocks to Buy On the Dip Before July Rebounds

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks explores two strong beaten-down stocks—Align Technology, Inc. (ALGN) andChipotle Mexican Grill (CMG)—to consider buying on the dip in July as the broader market hit new highs. (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know As The Market Returns To All-Time Highs (2:30) - Should You Buy Align Technology Stock Down 70% For Long-Term Gains? (12:05) - Is Now The Time To Buy Beaten-Down Chipotle Stock? (19:50) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com

June 12, 2025Episode 32417 min

2 Top Nuclear Stocks to Buy and Hold for AI Energy Growth

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks explores two established nuclear energy stocks—Constellation Energy (CEG) and Cameco (CCJ)—to buy and hold for long-term growth as big tech and artificial intelligence go all-in on nuclear power. (1:00) - Why Should You Consider Investing In The AI-Boosted Nuclear Energy Industry (4:15) - Constellation Energy (CEG): Does This Nuclear Powerhouse Fit Into Your Portfolio? (10:10) - Should You Consider Cameco (CCJ) As The Stock Hits All-Time Highs? (16:45) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com

May 30, 2025Episode 32314 min

2 Top Stocks to Buy to Ride Wall Street's Biggest Megatrend

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks dives into two highly-ranked Zacks stocks—Quanta Services and AECOM—to buy and hold for long-term growth across infrastructure spending, AI data center expansion, the energy transition, onshoring, and beyond. (0:15) - The Ultimate Wall Street Megatrend Investors Can't Afford to Miss (4:20) - Top Stock Picks To Keep On Your Portfolio Watchlist (13:30) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com

May 23, 2025Episode 32220 min

2 S&P 500 Stocks Buy Now for 40% Long-Term Upside

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks dives into two beaten-down S&P 500 stocks—Thermo Fisher Scientific and Lululemon—to consider buying now for at least 40% upside. (0:15) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know In The New Bull Market (5:00) - Buy These Two S&P 500 Stocks On The Dip For Long-Term Returns? (18:10) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com

May 15, 2025Episode 32118 min

2 Tech Stocks to Buy Now for Huge Breakout Potential

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks dives into two growth tech stocks—Intuit Inc. (INTU) and Wix.com Ltd. (WIX)—that could be poised to break out and surge into new trading ranges if their earnings results and guidance impress Wall Street. (0:20) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know For The New Bull Market (5:15) - Top Growth Tech Stocks To Keep On Your Watchlist: INTU, WIX (15:45) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com

May 2, 2025Episode 32020 min

Top Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy Before Earnings for AI-Powered Growth

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks dives into two great nuclear energy stocks—BWX Technologies and Constellation Energy—to consider buying before their earnings reports for near-term upside and long-term artificial intelligence-boosted growth. (0:30) - Stock Market Update: Everything You Need To Know Right Now (4:45) - Should You Invest In Nuclear Energy With These Two Great Beaten-Down Stocks? (18:30) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com

April 10, 2025Episode 31919 min

2 Nuclear Energy Stocks Down at Least 25% to Buy and Hold Forever

Today's Full Court Finance at Zacks dives into two great nuclear energy stocks that have fallen at least 25% from their highs—BWX Technologies (BWXT) and Cameco (CCJ)—to consider buying amid the market downturn and holding for long-term gains. (0:15) - The Tariff Selloff Creates Long-Term Buying Opportunities (4:30) - Why You Should Consider Investing In Nuclear Energy Right Now (8:20) - Two Top Nuclear Energy Stocks To Put On Your Watchlist (17:15) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com