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Jim Cramer suggests seeking ‘sleeper’ stocks as popular names decline

Jim Cramer suggests seeking ‘sleeper’ stocks as popular names decline
February 1, 2024



On Wednesday, CNBC’s Jim Cramer urged investors to shift their focus away from trendy stocks and pay attention to overlooked opportunities. He emphasized the natural cycle of the market, where overhyped stocks eventually cool down and undervalued ones gain attention. Cramer advised taking a calculated approach, as high-priced stocks may not be sustainable if companies fail to meet inflated expectations from Wall Street. The stock market experienced a decline following the Federal Reserve’s indication that it would not reduce interest rates in the near future, prompting Cramer to encourage investors to make strategic decisions about their portfolios. Cramer pointed out that several high-profile stocks, such as Alphabet and Microsoft, recorded strong earnings but still saw their shares drop due to excessively high expectations from investors. Despite reporting underwhelming earnings, Starbucks’ stock managed to rise, highlighting how Wall Street’s predictions were overly pessimistic. With the current stance of the Federal Reserve, Cramer advised investors to consider undervalued stocks, as those that have already surged in value may see a downturn despite positive financial results.

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