Zacks.com spotlighted features consist of Brookdale Senior Living, Lumen Technologies, and Gold.com

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Chicago, IL – February 25, 2026 — This week’s featured stocks include Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (BKD, -1.33%), Lumen Technologies, Inc. (LUMN, +3.56%), and Gold.com, Inc. (GOLD).

Three Momentum Stocks to Consider Amid Market Turbulence

U.S. stock markets have experienced significant swings recently, fueled by worries about AI-driven changes, global conflicts, and the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn President Trump’s tariffs. Ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran have heightened uncertainty, while doubts about AI’s broader economic effects have intensified the downturn. Persistent inflation and a disappointing 1.4% GDP growth, falling short of the anticipated 2.5%, have further unsettled investors.

Although the Supreme Court’s ruling on tariffs temporarily helped markets recover, volatility quickly returned. In these unpredictable times, investors often turn to proven strategies for steady returns. Momentum investing, which focuses on stocks like Brookdale Senior Living Inc., Lumen Technologies, Inc., and Gold.com, Inc., can be particularly effective when traditional value or growth approaches fall short.

Understanding Momentum Investing

Momentum investing operates on the principle that stocks trending in a particular direction are likely to continue moving that way. The strategy involves buying stocks that are already rising and selling them as they climb higher, capitalizing on the tendency for trends to persist before eventually reverting to the mean. This approach leverages the gap before prices normalize, allowing investors to benefit from ongoing momentum.

While momentum strategies have historically generated strong returns across different market cycles, identifying these trends can be challenging. To assist investors, we’ve developed a screening method that targets stocks with sustained upward movement and short-term pullbacks, aiming for attractive gains.

Highlighted Momentum Stocks

• Brookdale Senior Living (Brentwood, TN): This company operates and manages senior living communities throughout the U.S., with 584 locations in 41 states serving approximately 51,000 residents as of December 31, 2025. Brookdale combines expertise in healthcare, hospitality, and real estate to foster wellness and meaningful connections in comfortable environments. The stock soared 173.8% over the past year but dropped 6.5% last week. Brookdale Senior Living holds a Momentum Score of A.
• Lumen Technologies (Monroe, LA): Lumen is a global technology and communications provider, offering integrated solutions to meet the demands of the digital era. Its extensive fiber optic network spans North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Asia Pacific, connecting metropolitan areas. The stock rose 72.1% in the past year but fell 11.2% last week. Lumen has a Momentum Score of B.
• Gold.com (Costa Mesa, CA): Gold.com delivers a full suite of services in the precious metals and collectibles sector, including gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and rare coins. Its integrated platform combines market expertise with advanced logistics, financing, and minting capabilities for clients worldwide. The stock climbed 114.9% in the last year but declined 6.5% last week. Gold.com’s Momentum Score is B.

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