The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series in which analyst John Reeves and advisor Dave Meier discuss topics across the investing world.

John and Dave talk about the three best buys now from the Trends and Trades portfolio. Dave explains what he looks for, and then shares a specific pick for each of those three elements.

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