One of the beautiful aspects of the derivatives market is that you don’t need to trade options to benefit from the underlying data; case in point is unusual options activity. Just like it sounds, this term represents options contracts that have seen aberrant spikes in volume relative to a benchmark metric, such as trailing one-month
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When it comes to forward-looking investment ideas, few are as relevant as robotics stocks. It’s really all in the numbers. According to Grand View Research, the global industrial automation and control systems market size reached a valuation of $172.26 billion last year. Moving forward, experts project that the sector could expand at a compound annual
The hyper-personalization trend is somewhat new but an obvious outgrowth from the digital age. This describes the way companies use data tracking by targeting ads, products, sales, and services for each customer. As a broad example, when you see an ad on your social media feed for a product you’ve been thinking about buying, it
Certain stocks have experienced exponential growth over the past year. Sectors such as buy now pay later, cryptocurrencies, and cybersecurity remain red hot. Therefore, stocks with exposure to those areas have run far in 2023. Ironically, many of the best performing stocks continue to fly under the radar, receiving little attention in the financial press.
Certain stocks begin to lose their luster in the ever-evolving world of stock investing, marked by businesses consistently impressing with powerful earnings, cutting-edge technologies, and growing customer bases. This shift positions stocks to sell before 2024, especially as they navigate and sometimes stumble in their corporate journey. Furthermore, The Federal Reserve’s inclination to cut interest
In the dynamic theater of renewable energies, green hydrogen is grabbing headlines, dazzling investors and policymakers alike. Consequently, green hydrogen stocks are becoming the buzzwords in investment circles, resonating in both profit potential and planetary promise. From a humble 0.3 GW capacity in 2020, the forecast for 2030 is at a powerful 137 GW. Indeed,
In this article, we share three stocks to watch in 2024, as they could easily outperform the broader market next year due to company-specific catalysts. While economists continue to anticipate a limited risk of an imminent global recession, they still foresee the conclusion of global expansion in the coming year or two. “As we approach
You heard it here: 2024 could be an excellent year for stocks. The economy is improving, and specifically the third-quarter results were better than expected. This means we could see a significant upside in stocks in the coming months. However, if you are looking to make a steady income in 2024, it is advisable to
Warren Buffet is one of the most successful investors of all time as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B), the conglomerate with an equity portfolio worth more than $300 billion. The average investor, however, can be successful in their own right by following the advice and actions of Buffett. Looking across the list of Warren
A wide range of tech stocks received a much-needed boost from artificial intelligence (AI) after an awful 2022. As we enter a new year, we could see lower rates and more powerful generative AI technologies. Investors lacking in AI stocks may seek to punch their tickets, even as valuations extend. Undoubtedly, the well-known AI stocks
The gig economy isn’t slowing down anytime soon, and exposure to gig economy stocks can help round out a diversified portfolio. End-of-year estimates peg 2023’s total gig economy volume around $455 billion, doubling from just five years ago. The factors contributing to the rise are obvious. Remote work trends, side hustles and the variety of
At first glance, targeting low-volatility stocks to buy for stable growth might seem too cautious. Yet, in the investment world, keeping tabs on volatility is imperative and a key indicator of risk. During market downturns, volatile stocks often experience significant price swings. In contrast, sectors including healthcare, consumer staples, telecommunications, and utilities typically show lower
After trailing the other stock indices for much of 2023, the blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average caught fire to close out the year. Ever since the U.S. Federal Reserve telegraphed three interest rate cuts in 2024, the Dow broke above 37,000 and hit successive new all-time highs. For the year, the index is up 12%
Machine learning stocks sit at a powerful intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and business growth. We can largely attribute the success of tools like ChatGPT to machine learning technology, which has spawned a new arms race for companies to crown themselves as having the dominant platform. Yet machine learning stocks are pioneering other fields of
Many investors are drawn toward stocks with name recognition and high trading volumes. Due to the fact that it is what other investors are participating in. However, available investment opportunities are abundant for investors looking for companies under the radar but still offer impressive returns. Below are a few companies that offer investors another option
If you’re searching for growth stocks to buy, look no further. If you’ve followed my recent articles, you’d know that I am in favor of value stocks leading into the new year. Nevertheless, an optimal investment portfolio must be blended, which is why I decided to discuss growth stocks for a change. Although growth stocks
Cathie Wood’s flagship ARK Innovation ETF (NYSEARCA:ARKK) is up more than 67%, with only a few days left in 2023. It’s the first year of positive returns since 2020. That’s gotten investors interested in Cathie Wood stocks for 2024. ARKK currently has $5.84 billion in net assets invested in 35 stocks. Its top 10 holdings
Keeping it simple is often best when it comes to investing. That’s why buying an index fund is often the optimal investment most people can make and paying attention to the highest-yielding dogs of the dow. Because the S&P 500 has returned about 10% annually on average for the past 100 years, just buying an
You should never buy or sell a stock simply because the share price has gone up or down. The price tells you nothing about the business. Too many investors sell a stock too early only to miss out on extraordinary gains to come. Or they buy a stock because it is rising only to see
Despite a strong economy and stock market rally, 2023 saw its fair share of bankruptcy filings. Notable companies ranging from pharmaceutical chain Rite Aid to former gig economy darling WeWork filed for Chapter 11 protection from their creditors over the past year. There was also the bankruptcy filing of American trucking company Yellow that seemed