Validea's Top Financial Stocks Based On Peter Lynch - 9/8/2024
Top Rated Financial Stocks: The article highlights top-rated financial stocks according to Validea's P/E/Growth Investor model, emphasizing OFG Bancorp, Synchrony Financial, SLR Investment Corp, Universal Insurance Holdings, and Marsh & McLennan Companies, all scoring above 80% based on their fundamentals and valuations.
Peter Lynch's Investment Strategy: It discusses Peter Lynch's investment strategy that focuses on finding reasonably priced stocks with strong earnings growth and solid balance sheets, showcasing how Validea applies this approach in evaluating various financial companies.
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Ex-Dividend Alert: SLR Investment, NAPCO Security Technologies, and Automatic Data Processing
Upcoming Ex-Dividend Dates: On 12/12/25, Slr Investment Corp (SLRC), NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NSSC), and Automatic Data Processing Inc. (ADP) will trade ex-dividend, with respective dividends of $0.41, $0.14, and $1.70 scheduled for payment on 12/26/25, 1/2/26, and 1/1/26.
Expected Price Adjustments: Following the ex-dividend date, SLRC shares are expected to drop by approximately 2.55%, NSSC by 0.34%, and ADP by 0.66%, based on their recent stock prices.
Dividend Yield Estimates: The estimated annualized yields for the upcoming dividends are 10.20% for Slr Investment Corp, 1.35% for NAPCO Security Technologies, and 2.63% for Automatic Data Processing, reflecting their historical dividend stability.
Current Trading Performance: As of Wednesday trading, Slr Investment Corp shares are up 0.4%, while NAPCO Security Technologies and Automatic Data Processing shares are down 1.6% and 0.2%, respectively.
Daily Upgrade Report for Validea's John Neff Strategy - November 26, 2025
Validea's Low PE Investor Model: Today's upgrades for Validea's Low PE Investor model, based on John Neff's strategy, highlight stocks like HCI Group Inc., SLR Investment Corp., Ellington Financial Inc., Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc., and First Business Financial Services Inc., with ratings improving significantly due to strong fundamentals and valuations.
HCI Group Inc. Overview: HCI Group Inc. operates in the property and casualty insurance sector and has seen its rating rise from 62% to 81%, indicating strong interest based on its financial performance and stock valuation.
SLR Investment Corp. Overview: SLR Investment Corp., a small-cap value stock in the financial services industry, improved its rating from 58% to 77%, reflecting positive changes in its underlying fundamentals and valuation metrics.
John Neff's Investment Legacy: John Neff, known for his conservative investment approach, achieved remarkable returns during his tenure managing the Windsor Fund, significantly outperforming the S&P 500, which underscores the effectiveness of his investment strategies.
SLR Investment (SLRC) Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
- Author's Perspective: The views and opinions presented are solely those of the author.
- No Official Endorsement: The content does not necessarily reflect the views of Nasdaq, Inc.
SLR Investment announces a dividend of $0.41
Dividend Declaration: SLR Investment (SLRC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.41 per share, consistent with previous payouts.
Dividend Details: The dividend is payable on December 26, with shareholders of record on December 12, and the ex-dividend date also set for December 12.
Forward Yield: The forward yield for SLRC stands at 10.67%.
Performance Insights: The article mentions SLR Investment's performance assessments and earnings previews, highlighting its lower risk and potential for greater upside compared to some peers.
JP Morgan Keeps Underweight Rating on SLR Investment (SLRC)
JP Morgan's Recommendation: On October 1, 2025, JP Morgan maintained an Underweight recommendation for SLR Investment (NasdaqGS:SLRC), with an average one-year price target of $17.24/share, indicating a potential upside of 14.28% from its closing price of $15.09/share.
Fund Sentiment and Ownership Changes: There are 138 funds reporting positions in SLR Investment, with a 10.40% increase in ownership over the last quarter. Notable changes include Thornburg Investment Management maintaining its shares, while Jpmorgan Chase and Aristotle Capital Boston reduced their holdings.
JP Morgan Keeps Underweight Rating on SLR Investment, Reduces Price Target to $15
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Ex-Dividend Alert: SLR Investment, NAPCO Security Technologies, and Automatic Data Processing
Upcoming Ex-Dividend Dates: On 12/12/25, Slr Investment Corp (SLRC), NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NSSC), and Automatic Data Processing Inc. (ADP) will trade ex-dividend, with respective dividends of $0.41, $0.14, and $1.70 scheduled for payment on 12/26/25, 1/2/26, and 1/1/26.
Expected Price Adjustments: Following the ex-dividend date, SLRC shares are expected to drop by approximately 2.55%, NSSC by 0.34%, and ADP by 0.66%, based on their recent stock prices.
Dividend Yield Estimates: The estimated annualized yields for the upcoming dividends are 10.20% for Slr Investment Corp, 1.35% for NAPCO Security Technologies, and 2.63% for Automatic Data Processing, reflecting their historical dividend stability.
Current Trading Performance: As of Wednesday trading, Slr Investment Corp shares are up 0.4%, while NAPCO Security Technologies and Automatic Data Processing shares are down 1.6% and 0.2%, respectively.
Daily Upgrade Report for Validea's John Neff Strategy - November 26, 2025
Validea's Low PE Investor Model: Today's upgrades for Validea's Low PE Investor model, based on John Neff's strategy, highlight stocks like HCI Group Inc., SLR Investment Corp., Ellington Financial Inc., Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc., and First Business Financial Services Inc., with ratings improving significantly due to strong fundamentals and valuations.
HCI Group Inc. Overview: HCI Group Inc. operates in the property and casualty insurance sector and has seen its rating rise from 62% to 81%, indicating strong interest based on its financial performance and stock valuation.
SLR Investment Corp. Overview: SLR Investment Corp., a small-cap value stock in the financial services industry, improved its rating from 58% to 77%, reflecting positive changes in its underlying fundamentals and valuation metrics.
John Neff's Investment Legacy: John Neff, known for his conservative investment approach, achieved remarkable returns during his tenure managing the Windsor Fund, significantly outperforming the S&P 500, which underscores the effectiveness of his investment strategies.
SLR Investment (SLRC) Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
- Author's Perspective: The views and opinions presented are solely those of the author.
- No Official Endorsement: The content does not necessarily reflect the views of Nasdaq, Inc.
SLR Investment announces a dividend of $0.41
Dividend Declaration: SLR Investment (SLRC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.41 per share, consistent with previous payouts.
Dividend Details: The dividend is payable on December 26, with shareholders of record on December 12, and the ex-dividend date also set for December 12.
Forward Yield: The forward yield for SLRC stands at 10.67%.
Performance Insights: The article mentions SLR Investment's performance assessments and earnings previews, highlighting its lower risk and potential for greater upside compared to some peers.
JP Morgan Keeps Underweight Rating on SLR Investment (SLRC)
JP Morgan's Recommendation: On October 1, 2025, JP Morgan maintained an Underweight recommendation for SLR Investment (NasdaqGS:SLRC), with an average one-year price target of $17.24/share, indicating a potential upside of 14.28% from its closing price of $15.09/share.
Fund Sentiment and Ownership Changes: There are 138 funds reporting positions in SLR Investment, with a 10.40% increase in ownership over the last quarter. Notable changes include Thornburg Investment Management maintaining its shares, while Jpmorgan Chase and Aristotle Capital Boston reduced their holdings.
JP Morgan Keeps Underweight Rating on SLR Investment, Reduces Price Target to $15
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Exclusive Community: Joining Benzinga Pro connects users with over 10,000 serious traders and provides access to exclusive stories and insights from Benzinga reporters.
