After a sharp sell-off since mid-summer, many investors are looking for the safety of quality, blue-chip stocks. That’s if they haven’t moved over to the relative safety of U.S. Treasury notes. However, more aggressive, risk-tolerant investors may still want to consider penny stocks. If that’s you, there are some options to consider. One thing you’ll
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Some people believe that Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock will always grind higher and that they should buy immediately all dips. However, while it might be fine to own a few AAPL stock shares, it’s not wise to make any assumptions. A near-term share-price rally isn’t guaranteed, even with a famous company like Apple. It’s reassuring to know that Berkshire Hathaway
The outlook for 2024 may be a bit uncertain due to current macroeconomic and geopolitical events, not to mention the whole issue of monetary policy currently being implemented by the United States with the desired inflation targets. Even so, the current market cycle is presenting very good opportunities to position yourself and take the best
In the ever-evolving financial landscape, 2023 has marked a triumphant return for tech stocks. Bouncing back from notable downturns last year, these stocks are now outpacing the broader market. Even as economic momentum slows, investors are flocking to industries flashing long-term growth potential. Moreover, while the allure of innovation tempts many, there’s a hidden gem
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
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
It might not be obvious looking at the stock market’s performance lately, but the third-quarter earnings season has been very strong. Despite indices sliding lower throughout October, financial results from corporate America have continued to recover from the sharp downturn seen in 2022. With nearly half of all publicly traded companies having reported their Q3
With the generative artificial intelligence megatrend still gaining momentum, investors remain interested about which AI stocks to buy. Yet while there are plenty of names with high exposure to this megatrend, which ones are currently in the “Green Zone?” TradeSmith offers investors valuable tools for determining which stocks to buy. A good example is its
Business development companies, or BDCs, typically have high dividend yields, as they are required to distribute nearly all of their earnings to shareholders. BDCs receive favorable tax treatment, and, in return, they aren’t allowed to retain earnings in the same way other companies are. As a result, dividend yields in the sector are usually above
The future of the U.S. economy appears to be at a pivotal juncture as the Federal Reserve maintains interest rates at a 22-year high, with the possibility of further tightening on the horizon. Despite strong economic indicators, including a robust labor market and faster-than-expected GDP growth, the central bank remains cautious about achieving its 2%
The Fed kept the interest rates unchanged and this has helped the market recover from the red. The earnings reports for several electric vehicle makers have been disappointing. Plus, they have cut down on their budgets to make EVs but this could be a temporary change. Due to higher interest rates and inflation, consumer spending
There seems to be good news for the markets with the likelihood of rate cuts in 2024. With potential expansionary policies, the S&P 500 is likely to trend higher. Of course, challenges remain in the form of inflation and geopolitical tensions. However, I’m still optimistic and I believe that several stocks and sectors are poised
Warren Buffett is undeniably the greatest living investor. Since becoming chairman of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A)(NYSE:BRK-B) in 1965, he generated returns of 3.7 million percent for investors. That’s a near 20% annual return or twice that of the S&P 500 index. While partially a result of his buy-and-hold philosophy, the best Warren Buffett stocks are those
Federal Reserve officials kept current interest rate levels unchanged on Wednesday. Investors and economists will be diligently scrutinizing any hints and clues offered during this meeting, specifically regarding the long-term stability of rates and whether central bankers still view future increases as necessary in the coming months. For now, these central bankers maintained the current
Lithium stocks are facing a challenging 2023, as the global metal supply exceeds the demand from electric vehicle and battery manufacturers. This surplus is leading to a sharp decline in lithium prices, which has hurt the profitability and growth prospects of many lithium producers. However, some companies are managing to maintain their competitive edge. They
Positive developments continue to benefit the United States economy. The GDP exhibited a robust growth rate of 4.9% on an annualized basis in the third quarter. In the upcoming earnings season, a period lasting about a month each quarter when companies release financial results, steadily improving economic indicators have led analysts and economists to maintain
As we enter November and market volatility continues, blue-chip stocks are looking like a good bet for investors. These are stocks of well-known companies, most of whom have been in business for decades and are leaders in their respective categories. Strong earnings, consistent growth, reliable dividend payments, and durable competitive advantages are just a few
It’s interesting how news about one company can affect a range of other businesses. A perfect example happened not long ago, when PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock dropped even though there wasn’t any terrible news about the company. This is fine, though, as it just opened up a window of opportunity for value seekers to invest in PayPal. Granted,
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
Investors who want to beat the market must consider growth stocks. You have to be aggressive to capture higher returns. That’s precisely what shares of growth firms do: By definition, their returns exceed those of average stock returns from the market. The markets are volatile right now. The S&P 500 index has fallen since early August. However, caution