These two-dozen value stocks are poised to lead the stock market - MarketWatch

1. Investors are realizing inflation may rise, affecting stock prices. 2. Value stocks traditionally outperform growth stocks in high inflation scenarios. 3. Despite expectations, value stocks underperformed growth since S&P 500's all-time high. 4. Market narratives influence investor behavior; new narratives may favor value stocks. 5. Current value stock picks exhibit metrics better than S&P 500 averages.