By Zacks Equity Research
Publication Date: 2026-03-20 13:35:00
Chicago, IL – March 20, 2026 – Stocks in this week’s article are Flowserve FLS, Analog Devices ADI, Broadcom AVGO, NVIDIA NVDA and TIM S.A. TIMB.
All three major U.S. stock indices closed on a weak note yesterday, falling more than 1%, reflecting investor concerns about persistent inflation. With the Federal Reserve keeping rates unchanged amid rising Middle East tensions and surging oil prices, investor patience appears to be fading.
Meanwhile, the February Producer Price Index (“PPI”) disappointed those hoping for a smooth economic recovery, showing that wholesale price increases are harder to control than expected.
Against this backdrop, the appeal of high-beta growth stocks may be fading, prompting investors to turn toward steady dividend-growth stocks. These companies have a proven track record of increasing payouts, reflecting the balance sheet resilience and cash flow durability needed to navigate a period in which the traditional growth narrative is…