The Russian invasion of Ukraine led to an energy crisis, which led to a sharp increase in energy stock valuations. However, I’m still finding big opportunities to pick up cheap energy stocks. In the current economic climate, the energy crisis will continue to boost energy firms globally. As a result, many of those firms can
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Mortgage rates moved up Wednesday, putting an end to the week-long decline that took the 30-year average more than 60 basis points below the 20-year high it hit in late September. Wednesday’s notable reversal has returned the average to near 7%. Today’s National Mortgage Rate Averages The 30-year average added 16 basis points Wednesday, to
“Retirement accounts with ill-conceived beneficiary designations could potentially cost your family tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars if done wrong,” according to Dan Stewart, president of Revere Asset Management. Social Security benefits have an automatic survivor benefit, but beneficiary designations are crucial for retirement plans, such as IRAs. For 401(k) plans
FANG is an acronym for four companies: Facebook (now named Meta Platforms, Inc.) (FB), Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), and Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL). These companies represent a variety of different sectors, ranging from communication services to technology to consumer discretionary, but are often grouped together because they historically have been among the fastest-growing, most
In this article CAG SHEL-GB TTWO PTON Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The sign of a Shell petrol station is seen in front of a burning pilot flame atop a flare stack at the refinery of the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park Rheinland in Godorf near Cologne, Germany, August 3, 2022. Wolfgang Rattay |
When we last checked in on our pick for this year’s Best Stocks for 2022 contest, Arhaus (NASDAQ:ARHS) stock was down 65% year-to-date. Now, it’s “only” down 40%. Progress? Actually, it’s opportunity. Look around — the Fed, inflation, supply and labor shortages, and a war raging in Ukraine have all contributed to the dour returns
On Friday, Credit Suisse’s (NYSE:CS) bosses accidentally triggered a panic after attempting to reassure staff and customers in an email. Rather than calm nerves, the memo created hysteria over the Swiss bank’s liquidity. Shares would plummet 12% when markets opened on Monday and credit spreads would widen from 140 basis points to over 500. As
Globally focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provide a straightforward way to geographically diversify a portfolio. The global economy contracted in 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. While it began to recover in 2021, growing an estimated 6.1%, the war in Ukraine, inflation, and recession fears are contributing to a global growth slowdown in
The defense industry produces modern weaponry, including combat vehicles, ships, bombers, and fighter jets. Companies in the industry also offer cybersecurity, information technology (IT), analytics, robotics, and intelligence systems. Its primary customer is the U.S. government, but it also sells its products and services to foreign governments and law enforcement agencies. Russia’s ongoing invasion of
Many investors historically have turned to safe haven assets such as precious metals in times of economic and political turmoil. One way to gain exposure is by owning companies in the metals and mining industry, which are involved in the exploration, extraction, and sale of metals and other minerals. These materials are used in a
Last Friday, Tesla (TSLA) unveiled its humanoid Optimus robot during its annual AI Day presentation. The robot itself – which looks eerily similar to the bots in iRobot – didn’t do much. It took a few steps, waved to the crowd, pulled off a dance move. And that was that. Most folks were disappointed with
While going after discounted equities merely for the psychologically satisfying numerical profile often leads to unpleasant results, on occasion, certain inexpensive ideas such as under $20 stocks to buy can be a great deal over time. To be sure, prospective participants must exercise caution. This is no arena for risk-averse traders. Still, patience and a
What Is BRIC? BRIC is an acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, and China. The BRIC economies, or the “Big Four,” were collectively seen as emerging economic powerhouses. Economist Jim O’Neill, chair of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, introduced the acronym in his 2001 paper, “Building Better Global Economic BRICs.” After the 2008-2009 financial crisis the economic
Arizona-based Atlis Motor Vehicles (NASDAQ:AMV) is a truly unique clean-energy business. The company’s investors went on a rollercoaster ride after Atlis’ initial public offering (IPO). However, fearful traders should take a close look at Atlis Motor Vehicles’ product lineup. After assessing the risk-to-reward profile, you might actually end up buying a few shares of AMV stock.
It has become impossible to ignore the fact that electric vehicles are the future of automotive transportation. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) continues to dominate the market, but the field is growing fast. Startups and legacy automakers are rushing to compete. And according to investment research and education platform Invezz, the top EV stocks to buy include two
The technology-component shortage is, unfortunately, a global phenomenon. And Singapore-based Kulicke and Soffa Industries (NASDAQ:KLIC) stock isn’t immune to supply-chain issues. Founded way back in 1951, Kulicke and Soffa provides semiconductor and electronic assembly solutions. The company is known for developing interconnected solutions, which boost performance and power efficiency, reduce formfactor and promote assembly excellence,
Exxon Mobil (XOM) shares surged after issuing an earnings outlook suggesting natural gas prices would support already strong expectations for its third quarter, after a record second quarter. The company disclosed a $2 billion profit gain from selling natural gas. The disclosure indicated the largest U.S. oil maker will post quarterly profits close to the second quarter’s record
Peloton Interactive (PTON) is cutting more jobs to reduce costs. CEO Barry McCarthy said the struggling fitness equipment maker has about six months to turn itself around or it likely won’t survive as a viable stand-alone business. McCarthy indicated in a note to employees and in interviews that the connected-fitness firm will lay off another
What Is a Rewards Credit Card? Rewards credit cards offer you some type of “reward”—typically cash back, points, or travel miles—for every dollar you spend, sometimes up to certain limits. Depending on the card, you can then use your rewards in a variety of ways. Key Takeaways Rewards credit cards typically offer cash back, points,
In this article, I’m giving long investors information about safe stocks to buy and hold for a long time; if not to own forever. Many investors haven’t been through a bear market, much less one that is accompanied by 40-year high inflation. This leads some analysts to poke a hole in the idea of the classic