In this episode of The Morning Filter podcast, co-hosts Dave Sekera and Susan Dziubinski discuss what economic and earnings reports to keep an eye on during this shortened trading week. Chewy’s stock skyrocketed after earnings last week; tune in to find out if the stock is a buy after the runup. They examine market valuations heading into the second quarter, revealing whether now is the time for investors to increase their exposure to US stocks. They also unpack which investment styles look most attractive today, as well as which sectors to take profits in and which sectors to invest the proceeds in.

They explain why Crowdstrike isn’t a top pick among cybersecurity stocks today. This week’s stock picks feature five undervalued stocks that Morningstar’s analysts like at the start of the second quarter.

Episode Highlights

What to watch in the earnings reports from Nike NKE and McCormick MKC this week.
Is Chewy CHWY a buy after its stock pop?
Heading into the second quarter, should investors overweight US stocks?
Which sectors to sell and which sectors to buy today.
Market trends to monitor in the months ahead.
Stock picks: undervalued stocks Morningstar’s analysts like.

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