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MEDIFAST (MED)

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$19.16 USD

19.16
38,094

-0.72 (-3.62%)

Updated Nov 8, 2024 11:04 AM ET

Zacks Rank:

This is our short term rating system that serves as a timeliness indicator for stocks over the next 1 to 3 months. How good is it? See rankings and related performance below.

Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy24.10%
2Buy17.80%
3Hold9.50%
4Sell2.70%
5Strong Sell2.70%
S&P50011.20%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

Style Scores:

The Style Scores are a complementary set of indicators to use alongside the Zacks Rank. It allows the user to better focus on the stocks that are the best fit for his or her personal trading style.

The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

Value Score A
Growth Score A
Momentum Score A
VGM Score A

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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A Value C Growth B Momentum A VGM

Industry Rank:

The Zacks Industry Rank assigns a rating to each of the 265 X (Expanded) Industries based on their average Zacks Rank.

An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Bottom 37% (158 out of 251)

Industry: Food - Miscellaneous

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Zacks News

Medifast (MED) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?

by Zacks Equity Research

Medifast (MED) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Want To Retire Early? Learn the Intelligent Investing Secret - October 28, 2019

by Zacks Equity Research

Accomplishing the financial cushion to retire early is a fantasy for most, but bringing that fantasy to reality is not as difficult as it sounds. If you are willing to make some serious lifestyle adjustments, it can be achievable.

How Trading Your Own Retirement Can Fleece Your Financial Future - October 25, 2019

by Zacks Equity Research

From understanding your risk tolerance to maintaining emotional control, achieving your retirement goals takes a much different investing approach than regular stock trading.

Powerful Proof Anyone Can Invest for an Early Retirement - October 18, 2019

by Zacks Equity Research

Accomplishing the financial cushion to retire early is a fantasy for most, but bringing that fantasy to reality is not as difficult as it sounds. If you are willing to make some serious lifestyle adjustments, it can be achievable.

The Extreme Risks of Trading Your Own Retirement Assets - October 17, 2019

by Zacks Equity Research

From understanding your risk tolerance to maintaining emotional control, achieving your retirement goals takes a much different investing approach than regular stock trading.

Easy Investing Secrets to an Early Retirement - October 10, 2019

by Zacks Equity Research

Accomplishing the financial cushion to retire early is a fantasy for most, but bringing that fantasy to reality is not as difficult as it sounds. If you are willing to make some serious lifestyle adjustments, it can be achievable.

The Extreme Risks of Trading Your Own Retirement Assets - October 09, 2019

by Zacks Equity Research

Achieving your retirement goals takes a much different investing approach than regular stock trading, from smartly managing risk to keeping emotions in check.

McCormick (MKC) Stock Up as Q3 Earnings & Sales Rise Y/Y

by Zacks Equity Research

McCormick & Company's (MKC) fiscal third-quarter performance reflects improved sales and margins. Management narrows its sales guidance range and raises guidance for the bottom line.

Conagra's (CAG) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Up Y/Y

by Zacks Equity Research

Conagra's (CAG) top line grew year over year in first-quarter fiscal 2020, backed by gains from Pinnacle Foods, partly countered by divestiture of Sold Businesses.

Helen of Troy Gains on Leadership Brands: Will Momentum Stay?

by Zacks Equity Research

Helen of Troy's (HELE) focus on Leadership Brands, sturdy digital efforts and Transformation Plan bode well. However, elevated costs and soft Personal Care business are concerning.

4 Major Reasons Why Hershey is Set to Sustain Strong Momentum

by Zacks Equity Research

Hershey (HSY) regularly brings innovation to meet consumer demand. Further, the company is focusing on solidifying its footing in the growing snacking business.

5 Stocks to Ride Out Renewed U.S.-China Trade Tension

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Though the United States and China have renewed trade talks, the trade war is dampening economy and investors' sentiment. These five stocks can help you ride out the trade tension.

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5 DuPont-Tested Quality Stock Picks

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Bet on five top-ranked stocks with higher ROE derived the DuPont way.

Will Conagra's Focus on Innovation Continue to Fuel Stock?

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Conagra Brands (CAG) is launching a variety of on-trend items from several emerging and popular brands.

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General Mills Q1 Earnings Preview: Will GIS Stock Continue Its Run?

by Christopher Vargas

General Mills (GIS) is set to report its first quarter earnings before the opening bell on Wednesday.

Newell Gains 24% in 3 Months on Solid Transformation Efforts

by Zacks Equity Research

Newell (NWL) progresses well with its Transformation Plan, which is likely to boost its operational performance and enhance shareholder value.

Sysco (SYY) Hits 52-Week High: What's Behind the Rally?

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Sysco (SYY) is benefiting from focus on its four core strategies, strong U.S. Foodservice unit, buyouts and cost-saving initiatives.

Will General Mills' (GIS) Q1 Earnings Gain From Pet Segment?

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General Mills' (GIS) Pet segment is likely to contribute to the top line in Q1. However, the North America Retail segment may remain pressurized.

Can Smucker's Buyouts & Saving Plans Aid Growth Amid Hurdles?

by Zacks Equity Research

Smucker's (SJM) buyouts, alliances and cost-saving efforts bode well. However, lower net price realization and effects of the U.S. baking business divestiture are concerns.

Flowers Foods (FLO) Stock Up 25% YTD: Will Momentum Stay?

by Zacks Equity Research

Flowers Foods (FLO) is benefiting from Project Centennial, impressive price/mix and focus on expansion through acquisitions. However, soft volumes and escalated costs are concerns.

Zacks.com featured highlights include: MEDIFAST, NVR, Universal Forest Products, EMCOR and AllianceBernstein

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Zacks.com featured highlights include: MEDIFAST, NVR, Universal Forest Products, EMCOR and AllianceBernstein

Helen of Troy Hits 52-Week High: Here Are the Factors at Play

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Helen of Troy (HELE) is benefiting from strong Leadership Brands, robust online sales and core business advancements. The company is also on track with its transformation plan.

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5 Top-Ranked Stocks Screened on DuPont Criteria

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Have more faith in DuPont analysis than the simple ROE calculation and bet on these five stocks.

TreeHouse Foods Down 15% in 6 Months: Can Efforts Aid Revival?

by Zacks Equity Research

TreeHouse Foods (THS) is witnessing weakness in Baked and Meal Solutions units. Nevertheless, the company???s focus on its strategy for 2020 and Structure to Win program bode well.