The NASDAQ was sliding at midday yesterday, but the Dow and S&P 500 caught their breath after a five-session losing streak.

It’s great to see all the green across hundreds of stocks as the markets head higher again, but, like I told my viewers on “Money Morning LIVE” yesterday, it’s not all good.

The broader markets are one thing, but I want help make sure your portfolio is deep in the green. That involves telling you about stocks to buy, sure, but not as many investors realize timely selling of stocks – trimming the dead wood – is just....More>>>

Meritage Homes Corporation (MTH Quick QuoteMTH ) has been strengthening its position on the back of solid housing industry prospects and the company’s intense focus on entry-level, first-time, and move-up buyers. Impressively, its second-half 2021 prospects also look resilient, despite supply chain disruptions and material, transportation, and labor woes.

Shares of the company have jumped 7.2% against the Zacks Building Products – Home Builders industry’s 4% fall since the beginning of second-half 2021. The stock compares favorably with the Zacks Construction sector’s....More>>>