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Rate-resistant stocks highlighted as higher-for-longer persists

The article points to JPMorgan’s higher rates as supportive of net interest income and says its payout is under 30% of annualized earnings as of early September.

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MarketBeat Ratings argues that the Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut rates soon, reinforcing the idea that “higher-for-longer” remains the market baseline rather than a temporary phase. It frames the investing shift as moving toward rate-resistant companies with strong balance sheets and steady cash flow.

The outlet says rate-resistant stocks tend to share traits such as low- or fixed-rate debt that limits exposure to rising borrowing costs, plus pricing power that helps firms pass through higher costs while maintaining margins. It adds that reliable free cash flow matters most in the analysis, because it supports reinvestment and capital returns such as dividends and share buybacks.

MarketBeat Ratings highlights JPMorgan in particular, noting that although higher rates may weigh on some business activity, they can improve cash flow and net interest income. It also cites JPMorgan’s dividend yield of about 1.7% annually as of early September, and says the dividend payout is paying out less than 30% of annualized earnings while the firm has increased its dividend for 15 consecutive years.

Alongside JPMorgan, the piece also names Exxon Mobil and Alphabet as stocks it views as rate-resistant, emphasizing their ability to generate cash across cycles, based on their balance sheets and cash flow characteristics. It concludes that analysts and institutions express confidence in the outlook, with a forecast calling for continued mid- to low-single-digit growth over the next five to 10 years.

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