The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)

We reiterate this Vanguard ETF, which focuses on US equities that demonstrate growing dividends over time, as a TOP PICK.  What makes it particularly interesting is its lower volatility despite a 13% average annual growth since inception over 10 years ago.  It also ranked in the top10% of an informal evaluation for minimizing losses during the market downturns in 2022 and 2018.  We continue to recommend setting a stop-loss at $83, looking to achieve $115 -- upside potential of 18%.  Yield 1.1%

This iShares ETF, which focuses on US equities that demonstrate lower volatility over time, is a TOP PICK.  What makes it particularly interesting is its lower volatility despite a 13% average annual growth since inception over 10 years ago.  It also ranked in the top10% of an informal evaluation for minimizing losses during the market downturns in 2022 and 2018.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $75, looking to achieve $102 -- upside potential of 18%.  Yield 1.1%

This BMO ETF, which focuses on US equities that demonstrate lower volatility over time, is a TOP PICK.  What makes it particularly interesting is its lower volatility despite a 13% average annual growth since inception over 10 years ago.  It also ranked in the top10% of an informal evaluation for minimizing losses during the market downturns in 2022 and 2018.  As it trades in US dollars, it will see further gains if the US dollar continues to weaken.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $34, looking to achieve $49 -- upside potential of 18%.  Yield 1.9%

Our PAST TOP PICK with MSFT has achieved its target at $505.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and maintaining the stop at $453.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with HPS.A has achieved its target at $131.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and maintaining the stop at $102.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with GSK is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $32) to $36 at this time.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with GRBK is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $50) to $55 at this time.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with NVDA is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $106) to $127 at this time.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with CGI is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $32.00) to $35.50 at this time.  

We reiterate this globally acclaimed precious metal producer as a TOP PICK.  Recently reported earnings showed a 134% increase in income and rising free cash flow that allows for debt to be retired and shares bought back.  It trades at 26x earnings and under 3x book.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $136) to $143, looking to achieve $192 -- upside potential of 21%.  Yield 1.0%

We reiterate this gold producer with holdings in Papua New Guinea as a TOP PICK.  It trades at 15x earnings and supports a ROE of 39%.  Cash reserves are growing aggressively.  We recommend maintaining the stop at $13.50, looking to achieve $18.00 -- upside potential of 21%.  Yield 0%

We reiterate this auto insurance provider, operating primarily in California, as a TOP PICK.  It trades at 13x earnings, 2x book and supports a ROE of 16%.  We like that cash reserves are growing, while debt is retired.  We recommend trailing up the stop (from $54.00) to $59.50, looking to achieve $80.00 -- upside potential of 21%.   

Our PAST TOP PICK with HUT is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $15) to $20 at this time.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with FLR is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $36) to $44 at this time.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with HPS.A is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $80) to $102 at this time.