In July, the Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, states “given the resilience of the economy recently [we] are no longer forecasting a recession.” However, analysts and economists are shifting their outlook even more optimistically, with Tom Lee, Fundstrat’s head of research, suggesting that the economy is poised for an expansion. He presents the notion of five “green
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Investing in promising solar stocks offers investors significant potential for outsized returns as the global economy transitions to green energy. The global solar power market was last valued at $234.86 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2022 – 2029. As the United States sets its sights on
If you’re looking out for stocks to avoid, you’ve come to the right place. Knowing when to give up on a company, cut your losses, and move on can be difficult for investors. But knowing when to sell is just as important as knowing when to buy. The companies I mention below are stocks that
General Motors assembly workers picket outside the General Motors Bowling Green plant during the United Auto Workers national strike in Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 10, 2019. Bryan Woolston | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. KeyCorp — The Cleveland-based regional bank rose almost 2% premarket after Piper Sandler said the shares
Dividend stocks are the best way to build wealth, which is why you should look for ultra-high yield stocks. The asset managers at Hartford Funds looked at the benchmark S&P 500 going all the way back to 1930 and found there hasn’t been a single decade where dividend stocks didn’t produce positive returns. Even during
I believe that it’s a good time to accumulate some undervalued small-cap stocks. The S&P 500 index should have a sustained rally next year. Monetary policy tightening is almost done and the news is discounted in the markets. The United States economy has also evaded a potential recession. If we curb further inflation, GDP growth
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock surged 129% this year, as investor piled into this metaverse-focused company for reasons completely separate from the company’s shift to becoming a metaverse company. Rather, Meta’s cost efficiency focus, its AI-related investments, and the strength of its core business appear to be the reasons investors continue to put their money to
Think all large-cap artificial intelligence hardware companies are grossly overvalued? Think again, abd look at Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) stock. Cisco is a networking equipment manufacturer that probably deserves your attention in 2023. CSCO stock isn’t a perfect holding for everyone, and it gets a “B” grade. Yet, it should appeal to some income-focused, value-oriented and momentum-seeking
Among U.S.-listed Chinese EV stocks, Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) has been a top performer. Since January, LI stock has experienced a nearly 93% run-up in price. Compare that to another high-profile Chinese EV play, Nio (NYSE:NIO). While NIO is in the green for 2023, the stock has delivered far less spectacular returns (around 4.6%) year-to-date. Another
On the surface, Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) may seem like an appealing buy for value investors. VZ stock trades at a very low price-to-earnings ratio, with a forward earnings multiple of only 7.2. Not only that, shares in this telecom giant also sport a dividend yield that’s undeniably high, even in today’s high interest rate environment.
Consumer discretionary stocks largely rely on the whim of the consumer. After all, the name of the segment says it all. These stocks are attached to companies that sell products that consumers really don’t need. They have to want to make a purchase. These stocks include automotive, retail, entertainment and hospitality companies. They do well
C3.ai (NYSE:AI) stock has had an interesting run. Previously known as C3 IoT, the company has evolved to tap into AI technology trends, shifting its focus from energy-emissions tracking and IoT to meet the rising demand for AI solutions. A higher-risk option for investors looking to ride the secular tailwinds AI and automation provide, C3.ai
The Dow Jones Industrial Average has climbed 5.3% so far this year. The index is trailing the S&P 500, which has climbed 17.8%. Additionally, at least two Dow stocks, Johnson and Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) and Walgreens (NYSE:WBA), are being weighed down by potentially ruinous litigation. Meanwhile, Home Depot (NYSE:HD) is a victim of the frozen residential
In the dynamic world of stock markets, the quest for financial prosperity often leads investors on a journey filled with opportunities and risks. For those aspiring to join the ranks of millionaires, strategic investments in stocks to buy can be the key to realizing their dreams. This article lists three must-own stocks quietly but consistently
Ray Dalio, billionaire and founder of Bridgewater Associates LP, speaks during the Milken Institute Conference Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images As concerns mount over rising interest rates and inflation levels, billionaire investor Ray Dalio says he prefers to hold cash for now, not bonds. “I don’t want to own debt, you know, bonds and
In the world of electric vehicles stocks, obvious names deserve a place in the long-term portfolio. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) are likely to be sustainable value creators. At the same time, other cheap EV stocks that hold value deserve some attention. This column focuses on three of the cheapest EV stocks that can
The top cryptos to buy continually capture the discerning investor’s gaze. Though the market paused recently, its decentralized promise, a counter to rising inflation, remains magnetic. Investors aren’t merely hunting traditional returns; they’re seeking cryptos that echo their vision for an innovative financial future. Amidst the digital asset crescendo, cryptocurrency investment becomes an enticing proposition.
Momentum stocks have been surprisingly strong performers over the years. It can seem counterintuitive at first. After all, investors often aim to buy low and sell high. But sometimes, the best prospects lie in a stock that is already making highs and set to keep on climbing. As the physics adage goes, “an object in
The stock market has been on a roller coaster ride in 2023, with the S&P 500 experiencing several sharp swings in both directions. As of early this week, the benchmark index was up 16.9% year-to-date (YTD) but down 2.6% from its annual high in July. The main drivers of the market volatility have been inflation,
It’s official. One of the hot IPOs of 2023 has priced its initial public offering. On Wednesday, Sept. 13, Arm Holdings (NASDAQ:ARM) got the last laugh. The U.K.-based chip designer originally sold itself to Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) in 2022 for $40 billion, but regulators nixed the deal. Its shares were priced at $52 for a market