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Commentary ● August 19

Three Software Stocks That May Be Worth Watching

Rosalio Madrigal

This week, we use AAII’s A+ Investor Stock Grades to provide insight into three software stocks. With a fast-changing digital landscape within the software industry, should you consider the three stocks of ACI Worldwide Inc. (ACIW), Consensus Cloud Solutions Inc. (CCSI) and RingCentral Inc. (RNG)?

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Centene Corporation	CNC	93	A	95	A	87	A	84	A	71	B	Health Care
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