Best Medical Stocks To Buy For 2019

tags:HUN,LOW,RF,HEI,HFWA,

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) is a $325 B giant in the healthcare space. The company sells to consumers with brands such as Tylenol, Motrin, Listerene, Benadryl, Sudafed and many more. The consumer segment provides a stable base for the company with consistent demand whether the economy is booming or busting. Johnson & Johnson is more than just a consumer-centric company and also operates in the higher margin, but more variable pharmaceutical and medical device space.

Johnson & Johnson is the 2nd largest position in my portfolio for good reason. The consistent growth year after year and management's willingness to reward shareholders with higher dividends is the obvious draw for investors.

On a price basis, Johnson & Johnson has far outperformed the broader S&P 500 year to date. Through Friday's close, Johnson & Johnson has seen its share price increase 15.1% from the end of 2015 compared to a 4.1% rise for the S&P 500.

Unfortunately, a large increase in the share price means a decline in the future return prospects, all else being equal. So what do the expected returns look like now?

Best Medical Stocks To Buy For 2019: Huntsman Corporation(HUN)

Advisors' Opinion:

• [By Andy Pai]

  Three of these were chemical companies: Westrock Co (NYSE: WRK), Olin Corporation (NYSE: OLN), and Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN). In reviewing upside, multiples, and margins, Huntsman looked like the best candidate for a deeper dive.

• [By Logan Wallace]

  State Board of Administration of Florida Retirement System cut its stake in Huntsman Co. (NYSE:HUN) by 2.1% during the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 331,289 shares of the basic materials company’s stock after selling 7,276 shares during the quarter. State Board of Administration of Florida Retirement System owned about 0.14% of Huntsman worth $9,690,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

• [By Logan Wallace]

  Karp Capital Management Corp lifted its stake in shares of Huntsman Corp (NYSE:HUN) by 299.4% during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 66,760 shares of the basic materials company’s stock after purchasing an additional 50,045 shares during the period. Karp Capital Management Corp’s holdings in Huntsman were worth $1,953,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

• [By Taylor Cox]

  Investor Events

  Annual shareholder meetings for MGP Ingredients, Inc (NASDAQ: MGPI) and Fiserv, Inc (NASDAQ: FISV), respectively Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) investor day

  Thursday

• [By Max Byerly]

  Cypress Capital Management LLC WY increased its position in Huntsman Corp (NYSE:HUN) by 175.8% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 17,460 shares of the basic materials company’s stock after acquiring an additional 11,130 shares during the period. Cypress Capital Management LLC WY’s holdings in Huntsman were worth $513,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

Best Medical Stocks To Buy For 2019: Lowe's Companies Inc.(LOW)

Advisors' Opinion:

• [By Lisa Levin]

  Breaking news

  Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) reported weaker-than-expected earnings for its first quarter, while sales missed estimates. Tiffany & Co. (NYSE: TIF) reported upbeat results for its first quarter and raised its FY2018 earnings guidance. Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) reported downbeat results for its first quarter on Wednesday. Urban Outfitters, Inc. (NASDAQ: URBN) reported better-than-expected earnings for its fiscal first quarter on Tuesday.

• [By Max Byerly]

  Lowe’s (NYSE:LOW) has been given a $111.00 target price by equities research analysts at Credit Suisse Group in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday. The firm currently has a “buy” rating on the home improvement retailer’s stock. Credit Suisse Group’s target price would suggest a potential upside of 15.04% from the company’s current price.

• [By Lisa Levin] Gainers Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARA) shares surged 42.76 percent to close at $16.56 on Wednesday in reaction to a new licensing agreement with Europe-based Vifor Pharma. As part of the agreement, the biopharmaceutical company that alleviates pain licensed worldwide rights (except U.S., Japan, and South Korea) to Vifor Pharma to commercialize its KORSUVA therapy to Vifor $70 million. Yangtze River Port and Logistics Limited (NASDAQ: YRIV) gained 31.28 percent to close at $7.05 on Wednesday. Tiffany & Co. (NYSE: TIF) climbed 23.29 percent to close at $126.05 after the company reported upbeat results for its first quarter and raised its FY2018 earnings guidance. EVO Payments, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVOP) gained 18.88 percent to close at $19.02. EVO Payments priced its IPO at $16 per share. Carver Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARV) rose 16.1 percent to close at $6.85. USA Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: USAT) gained 15.68 percent to close at $13.65 after announcing pricing of public offering. eXp World Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPI) shares jumped 15.01 percent to close at $17.70. Geron Corporation (NASDAQ: GERN) gained 14.99 percent to close at $4.68. Evolus, Inc. (NASDAQ: EOLS) rose 14.62 percent to close at $19.36. Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) shares rose 14.34 percent to close at $133.33 after the company reported stronger-than-expected results for its fourth quarter. Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ: HEAR) jumped 13.26 percent to close at $17.34 on Wednesday. Turtle Beach S-3 showed registration for 1.857 million share common stock offering via selling holders. Communications Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JCS) rose 13.18 percent to close at $3.95. Communications Systems reported establishment of special committee to explore strategic alternatives. Immutep Limited (NASDAQ: IMMP) shares climbed 12.95 percent to close at $2.53. xG Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: XGTI) rose 12.64 percent to close at $0.8561 after the company&rsq
• [By Chris Lange]

  The Lowe��s Companies Inc. (NYSE: LOW) first-quarter report is scheduled for Wednesday. The consensus forecast is for $1.27 in EPS on $17.69 billion in revenue. Shares closed at $86.34 apiece. The consensus price target is $105.38, and the 52-week range is $70.76 to $108.98.

• [By Logan Wallace]

  Prudential Financial Inc. lessened its position in shares of Lowe’s (NYSE:LOW) by 19.6% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 945,909 shares of the home improvement retailer’s stock after selling 230,358 shares during the period. Prudential Financial Inc. owned approximately 0.11% of Lowe’s worth $83,003,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Best Medical Stocks To Buy For 2019: Regions Financial Corporation(RF)

Advisors' Opinion:

• [By ]

  In the Lightning Round, Cramer was bullish on Align Technology (ALGN) , Regions Financial (RF) , Edwards Lifesciences (EW) , Qualys (QLYS) and HEICO (HEI) .

• [By ]

  Regions Financial (NYSE: RF) could be a beneficiary of the move to deregulation in banking this year and is expected to grow earnings by 24% to $1.35 per share. The bank is seeing strong growth in non-interest income sources and management has a plan to cut up to 10% in operating expenses for greater profitability. Regions has a strong deposit base across the Southeast and averages a 7% return on equity, well above the industry average.

• [By ]

  Regions Financial (RF) : "I think this one is real good. I like the banks here."

  Edwards Lifesciences (EW) : "They have the best devices. That stock is a buy."

Best Medical Stocks To Buy For 2019: Heico Corporation(HEI)

Advisors' Opinion:

• [By ]

  HEICO (HEI) : "We're not buying anything at a 52-week high -- but on a pullback, you bet."

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• [By Shane Hupp]

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• [By ]

  In the Lightning Round, Cramer was bullish on Align Technology (ALGN) , Regions Financial (RF) , Edwards Lifesciences (EW) , Qualys (QLYS) and HEICO (HEI) .

• [By Shane Hupp]

  HEICO Corp (NYSE:HEI) shares hit a new 52-week high and low during mid-day trading on Monday . The company traded as low as $93.55 and last traded at $92.05, with a volume of 2840 shares changing hands. The stock had previously closed at $93.16.

Best Medical Stocks To Buy For 2019: Heritage Financial Corporation(HFWA)

Advisors' Opinion:

• [By Max Byerly]

  PCSB Bank (NASDAQ: PCSB) and Heritage Financial (NASDAQ:HFWA) are both small-cap finance companies, but which is the better business? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their analyst recommendations, profitability, dividends, valuation, risk, earnings and institutional ownership.