Stocks to sell

The stock market is soaring to new heights, but not every company is coming along for the ride. In fact, some stocks are careening toward oblivion as we speak with business models that simply don’t work. These stocks may not survive until next spring. Of course, their rock-bottom share prices might tempt many risk-on investors.

Overvalued stocks typically trade at a price higher than their intrinsic value due to factors like high growth. However, they can be more volatile if their prices are driven by market speculation and investor sentiment rather than fundamentals. Selling such stocks on time mitigates the risks of price corrections, lost future returns, increased volatility and

Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) stock has doubled from its April lows and now sits where it was back in January. Shares are roaring ahead following its partnership with Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which could see the German automaker invest as much as $5 billion in the electric SUV company.  Wall Street is also upbeat on Rivian. TipRanks shows

In today’s volatile market, identifying stocks to sell is critical to preserving capital invested. As economic uncertainties loom, learning which investments might falter can safeguard portfolios. Here, the focus is on three stocks that hold vulnerabilities, signaling potential downturns. Each company faces unique adversities.  To begin with, the first one contends with fluctuating international currencies

AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) stock rose only 20% during June’s meme-stock rally, suggesting limited future benefits from this trend. The company issued a negative outlook for Q2, expecting weaker performance because of fewer film releases from strikes and ongoing structural issues in the movie theater industry. In Q1, U.S. data showed only 30.5 million attendance viewers,

Almost every company has some debt. Many large and very profitable companies obtained significant amounts of debt when interest rates were negligible from 2009 until 2021. By doing so, they were able to make effective acquisitions that boosted their bottom lines and increased their cash holdings in order to finance share buybacks, dividend increases, and make themselves more financially

Stocks near 52-week lows may feel like incredible bargains, but the savvy should recognize the risks. Dumping these stocks is a strategic move, especially when they continue to trend downward, offering little to no upside potential ahead. When a stock continues reaching fresh lows, it’s typically a sign of deep-seated issues. Some of these issues

The U.S. markets are trading at all-time highs, and gold is nearing $2,500 an ounce. Little doubt exists that a rate cut is coming soon. As the markets are embrace euphoria, expect ample opportunities to make quick money. So, we will examine meme stocks to sell so that capital can be preserved. Even in the

It’s been a great year so far for the Bulls. It seems like the markets and most portfolios are hitting new all-time highs every day. When things get frothy and valuations are stretched, it means some stocks need to be sold after reassessing your investment thesis. In my opinion, these are three stocks to sell

Following the June 27 presidential debate, the leader of Russia, Vladimir Putin, openly stated how seriously he takes former President Donald Trump’s commitment to ending the war in Ukraine. With Trump vocal about the importance of ending America’s wars, it’s likely the defense industry will take a hit following the closure of Europe’s biggest war

The stock market has stayed resilient (and quite hot) in the first two weeks of the second half. Still, there may be a bit of unease from certain market strategists and other pundits, many of whom doubt the market rally can last the year without a substantial pullback. Indeed, whenever you hear about a big-name

The stock market breathed a sigh of relief last week when June’s inflation numbers came out. The Consumer Price Index fell 0.1% for the month, the first time inflation fell in four years. It signaled the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates, possibly as soon as September. Until then, things had been looking bleak with

In an era where stock prices often reach dizzying heights driven by optimism and investor enthusiasm, the risk of market bubbles remains ever-present. While soaring stock valuations can tempt investors with the promise of substantial returns, they frequently become unsustainable, leading to significant corrections. Recognizing when a stock is overpriced and poised for a potential

In May, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged Colorado-based audit firm BF Borgers with massive fraud. Specifically, the SEC stated that the auditor had engaged in “deliberate and systemic failures to comply with Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) standards in its audits and reviews incorporated in more than 1,500 SEC filings from January

What goes up must come down, and there are a lot of stocks that look vulnerable to a plunge right now. With the market at an all-time high, many stocks have seen their share price double or even triple in the last 12 months. Yet more than a few of these high-fliers look as if

After Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) reported better-than-feared second-quarter delivery figures, investors saw a 15% surge in Tesla stock. Despite beating forecasts with 443,956 vehicle deliveries, a 4.8% decline from last year suggests ongoing sales challenges. Competitor General Motors reported a 40% rise in EV sales for Q2. With Tesla’s second-quarter financial results due on July 23, its

It may seem contrarian to say artificial intelligence (AI) is overvalued. However, perception plays a key role. Many companies with skyrocketing share values over the last two years can thank investor misconceptions about the true added value of AI to a company’s operations. As a result, a few AI stocks to sell are potentially disingenuous.

It’s hard to think about selling a stock after the incredible first-half rally that’s beginning to carry into the second half. Undoubtedly, taking a bit of profit off the table while you’re up may be a wise idea, especially if you’re uneasy over slightly higher valuation multiples. That said, with numerous firms seizing AI opportunities,

The U.S. stock market has been on quite the run over the past 12 months, fueled by potential interest rate cuts and economic optimism. Moreover, the generative AI craze and meme stock trading frenzy have been two major needle-movers turbocharging the market. Hence, many in the Wall Street punditry believe the market’s overheated, making it

U.S. equities have continued their incredible rally in 2024. Last year, despite major swings in performance, Nasdaq and the S&P 500 soared 43.2% and 24.2%, respectively. In 2024, excitement around artificial intelligence (AI) and recent economic data pointing to slowing inflation and a cooling job market have lifted the indices 22.6% and 16.8% for the