| The recent sharp pullback in U.S. stocks has many investors feeling queasy. After soaring to new all-time highs above 6,140 in mid-February, the S&P 500 has tumbled roughly 7% in just two weeks. Concerns about the impact of aggressive tariffs on economic growth have loomed heavily over market sentiment. Currently, Fed models are forecasting a 2.4% contraction in GDP in the first quarter of 2025. But for value-focused investors, market pullbacks and economic turbulence aren't reasons to fear - they're opportunities to shop for quality companies at better prices. While others panic, disciplined investors can calmly sift through the market debris to find businesses that are trading below their intrinsic value. It's also important to maintain a historical perspective. The S&P 500 is currently trading at 178% above its long-term trend line, the highest figure we've ever seen. When the market traded well above its trend line in the past (like in 1929 and 2000), we eventually saw substantial corrections. Though timing such reversions is impossible, this data suggests being selective and value-conscious is more important than ever. With fear creeping back into the market and quality stocks getting cheaper by the day, now is a perfect time to highlight some businesses that look attractive based on The Value Meter's cold, hard analysis of enterprise value, net assets, and free cash flow generation. The recent volatility doesn't change the fundamental outlook for well-positioned companies with strong competitive advantages and healthy cash flows. If anything, it simply offers a better entry point for long-term investors. Here are several stocks that currently score well on The Value Meter, represent different sectors of the economy, and offer distinct advantages. While they may not all outperform in the short term, their combination of reasonable valuations and strong business fundamentals makes them worth considering for value-conscious investors who are looking to put cash to work in today's uncertain market. | 
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