Buy-and-hold investors are comfortable taking long positions. To these investors, the only must-buy stocks are the ones they already own. However, this is not an ordinary time, nor is it an ordinary market. No, this isn’t a “this time it’s different” message. Markets may not repeat themselves, but they frequently rhyme. It may be
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are among the core options for income-based investing. I would go as far as arguing that REITs don’t even have to be located in tax-efficient accounts, as their dividend yields are so substantial that taxes don’t erode their compounding potential. Moreover, some REITs are positioned for solid capital gains after
The cryptocurrency market witnessed 37% year-to-date growth in 2023. However, the bullish market can mask the weakness of some assets. Investors should consider shedding unwanted cryptocurrencies as we approach 2024. Better yet, they should take note of which cryptos to avoid in the coming year. All the cryptocurrencies mentioned in this article, in my view,
Autonomous systems, AI, quantum computing, and other groundbreaking technologies continue to redefine the way we live and interact. For those searching for the best tech stocks to buy, though, this ever-evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities. While the allure of tech growth stocks is hard to deny, savvy investors are increasingly turning their attention
The recent decision by the Federal Reserve to maintain steady interest rates highlights a complex situation that policymakers are grappling with. Despite the robust performance of the U.S. economy, there is uncertainty at the central bank regarding the tightness of financial conditions necessary to rein in inflation, which still exceeds its 2% target. Fed Chair
ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) is an exciting company in a dynamic industry. But the leading operator of electric vehicle charging networks is not a stock for anyone faint of heart to own or trade. Shares of ChargePoint have been incredibly volatile this year. Sure, it’s up more than 25% this week as investors have cheered the Federal
In 2022, stocks entered a bear market, as much of Wall Street entered into a panic about the Federal raising interest rates. Stocks bottomed in October 2022 as very slowly, but surely, many investors realized that the “Don’t fight the Fed” mantra was inaccurate. That’s because, in-line with my predictions, higher rates did not cause
It’s never too late for a comeback. Some stocks have languished and underperformed for years only to bounce back on evidence that business is back on track and financial results are improving. As Q3 earnings have poured in, several companies that had largely been written off or ignored by investors have surprised to the upside.
Tech firm Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR) had a turbulent few years. On a year-to-date basis, PLTR stock has surged more than 130%. However, this stock remains more than 50% below its 2021 peak. Historical issues with overvaluation, low margins, and profitability seem to be improving with AI technology. However, this stock remains a no-go for many
The current five trillion-dollar companies listed on U.S. stock exchanges include Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Nvidia (NASD AQ:NVDA). These five and two others, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), make up “the Magnificent Seven”. The Globe and Mail published a story on Nov. 1 that pointed out the Magnificent
The online gambling market is booming. In fact, the market is projected to hit $95 billion in revenue this year. By 2027, it could hit $131.9 billion, as noted by Statista. Better, the number of online gamblers could rally to 233.7 million by 2027, too. All of that should create a massive opportunity for the online gambling
Electric vehicle (EV) battery technology company QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) does certain things well. However, making money isn’t one of those things. The company also isn’t good at providing value to its shareholders, as QS stock hasn’t been a winner lately. Frankly, investors should look elsewhere as QuantumScape has financial issues that can’t be ignored. QuantumScape rarely updates
The surge in green initiatives is driving interest in battery stocks. Now integral to investor portfolios due to rising demand for various applications, battery technology continues to improve. And the companies behind the scenes continue to offer impressive value for those with a long-term investing time horizon. EV battery stocks are becoming key investments for
Regardless of whether you’re a Wall Street veteran or new to investing, the past four years have been a roller coaster ride. A global pandemic brought a 14-year-long bull market to a screeching halt. It quickly revived into another stock boom that saw the S&P 500 hit a new all-time high, only to reverse course
Following the rise in interest rates, many stocks, including shares in large, well-known companies, now sport relatively high dividend yields. Yet before you decide to buy, beware of the names best left as dividend stocks to sell. When you think of the phrase “dividend trap,” what may first come to mind are stocks in companies
I believe that inflation for a common man is higher than what the headline inflation data suggests. To retain purchasing power of money, it’s important to invest in asset classes that help in comfortably beating inflation. Within equities, it’s a good idea to invest in dividend stocks that offer an attractive yield. Besides regular cash
SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is a leading online platform that provides a range of financial products and services, such as personal loans, mortgages, student loans, investing, banking and insurance. The company has grown since the Great Recession, which saw many traditional banks retreating from unsecured personal lending and mortgages. Moreover, SoFi has expanded into new markets, including crypto
While the jury’s still out whether the economy and the market is headed for a soft or hard landing, as interest rates remain high, that doesn’t mean you should forget about which stocks to avoid. Even as it’s possible that recent fears of another downturn for stocks may prove to be an overreaction, there are
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has undoubtedly been one of the most debated stocks of 2023, if not the most debated one. That’s largely due to its gargantuan market capitalization exceeding $1 trillion, on sales of just over $13.5 billion in its latest reported quarter. Of course, what matters for a growth stock is not current sales but
Even if you don’t believe in Santa Claus, there’s plenty of reason to believe you can fill your stockings with A-rated stocks to buy this quarter. After all, history is on your side. Stocks are more prone to rally at the end of the year, increasing nearly 80% of the time. After all, the holiday