The stock market is rolling over as the third quarter comes to a close. The S&P 500 is down 21% year-to-date (YTD) as of this writing. Quality dividend stocks become even more valuable during bear markets, as their consistent earnings and high dividend yields help offset declining markets. This is why income investors should consider
Reportedly, Biogen (NASDAQ:BIIB) and Japanese pharmaceutical company Eisai (OTCMKTS:ESALY) achieved positive test results for their Alzheimer’s disease treatment. As you might expect, BIIB stock exploded higher on this news. However, these are early-stage results and prospective investors should read the fine print. Besides, if the good news has already been priced in, then buying now is tantamount
The Electric Last Mile (OTCMKTS:ELMSQ) bankruptcy auction on Oct. 7 is the next big event for Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN). The question is whether this event will create more positives or more negatives for MULN stock. Mullen, a fledgling electric vehicle (or EV) maker, has placed a “stalking horse” bid for Electric Last Mile’s assets, which
Value-at-risk (VaR) is a widely used measure of downside investment risk for a single investment or a portfolio of investments. VaR gives the minimum loss in value or percentage on a portfolio or asset over a specific period of time for a certain level of confidence. The confidence level is often chosen so as to give an
Pixelseffect | E+ | Getty Images Offices are busier now than they’ve been at any point since Covid first sent employees home in March 2020. But companies are still in the thick of adapting to a more distributed workforce, creating an opportunity for workplace technology companies like Condeco and iOffice + SpaceIQ. The two companies
In this article CS DPZ RIVN Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT R.J. Scaringe, Rivian’s CEO, introduces the world to his company’s R1T all-electric pickup and all-electric R1S SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, November 27, 2018. Mike Blake | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading
Water is not usually thought of as an exciting or innovative industry. It’s a basic good typically sold at a fairly low cost. And, yet, investing in the best water stocks on today’s list just may change your mind. With economic troubles mounting, it’s not a great time to be taking risks. Water stocks are
Headline inflation numbers continue to run near their highest levels in 40 years. The Federal Reserve hiked interest rates by 75 more basis points in September. Analysts are rightly nervous about how long this rising-price period will persist. However, one key sector of the economy is already signaling that the worst of the inflation has
Barry Sternlicht, CEO, Starwood Capital Group Scott Mlyn | CNBC The Federal Reserve’s aggressive rate hike path – an attempt to calm the highest inflation in decades – is set to cause damage to the global economy if the central bank keeps going, according to billionaire Barry Sternlicht. “They are going to cause unbelievable calamities
In this article F GM TSLA DAL AAL RIVN GILD TWTR Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Poshmark Inc. signage outside the Nasdaq MarketSite during the company’s initial public offering (IPO) in New York, U.S., on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday
This recent market downturn has provided investors with some very intriguing options. Those looking for stocks to buy, particularly in the growth department, have their pick of the litter. Thus, as far as being a discount shopper in the market of stocks is concerned, now is a great time to start assessing companies. Sure, this market
To investors bullish on SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock, the recent performance of its shares may seem irrational. In their view, the market is failing to factor in the potential tailwind stemming from the lifting of the student loan moratorium starting Jan. 1, 2023. After this happens, this fintech firm will supposedly benefit from a big
Interestingly, much of the news surrounding global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) lately has nothing to do with films. Recently, AMC stock declined after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed it wouldn’t ban payment for order flow (PFOF). Then, shares fell sharply after AMC Entertainment filed to sell up to 425 million AMC
From 2009 to the late 2010s, Bitcoin’s lack of correlation with the broader economy proved a mixed blessing. It acted as a haven for investors interested in an asset class independent of the turmoil that afflicts stock markets. However, increased and growing awareness from retail and institutional investors since 2017 has created what appears to
Rivian electric pickup trucks sit in a parking lot at a Rivian service center on May 09, 2022 in South San Francisco, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines after hours. Rivian — Shares of the electric vehicle maker increased 2.7% after announcing after the bell that production met expectations
By most definitions, long-term investing is a strategy that requires holding stocks for more than a year. This strategy generally also requires a diversified asset base that includes bonds, ETFs, stocks, real estate, and mutual funds. Accordingly, the search for long-term stocks to buy is on, for most investors looking to build a balanced portfolio.
As has been the case lately, investors are continuing to bail on Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) stock. Just in the past month, shares in the fledgling electric vehicle (EV) maker are down around 50%. While you can blame market volatility for some of these price declines, the bulk of them are due to decreased confidence in
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, August 29, 2022. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Am I becoming rueful that 2022 will end soon, and we will embark on the unknowns of 2023? Are you joking? The market is more skittish than my dogs in a thunderstorm
Take a look at some of the biggest movers in the premarket: Credit Suisse (CS) – Credit Suisse slid 6.1% in premarket trading after the bank sought to calm the fears of investors and clients about its financial health over the weekend in a series of phone calls. Tesla (TSLA) – Tesla dropped 5.7% in
For retirees, cheap monthly dividend stocks can be a great way to combat inflation. This type of investment provides a consistent and predictable stream of income that can help offset the rising cost of living. In addition, monthly dividend stocks tend to be less volatile than other investments, providing retirees with peace of mind in