XOM - 3 Top Value Stocks You'll Want to Own in February
When it comes to buy-and-hold investing, you can't go wrong with growth or value stocks. However, research from Bank of America/Merrill Lynch tells us that one category does offer a higher return over the long haul. According to a 2016 report that analyzed data over a 90-year period, beginning in 1926, value stocks offered an annualized return of 17%, compared to "just" 12.6% for growth stocks.
Considering that the stock market has had a few rough days recently, it would not be in the least bit surprising to see investors focusing their attention on value stocks. That's where the following three companies come into play. Consider this diverse group the top value stocks you'll want to own in February.
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