Stocks to buy

Super Micro Computer’s (NASDAQ:SMCI) fiscal fourth quarter results, reported on Aug. 8, show that the demand for its products continue to grow tremendously amid the AI boom. Moreover, the company’s guidance indicate that its sales are poised to soar explosively, easily beating the Street’s prior expectations, over the longer term. The Street pushed down Super

Ever since ChatGPT’s debut in late 2022, investors have been all-in on AI stocks. They expect that, much like the internet changed the world over the past two decades, artificial intelligence will change the world over the next two decades.  Makes sense. But then, what AI stocks should you be buying?  Here’s an idea: Marketing

Recent volatility in the stock markets has allowed investors to buy discounted quality stocks you couldn’t find earlier in 2024. For example, the S&P 500 lost 8.5% from its 52-week high of 5,669.67 in mid-July to its Aug. 5 closing price of 5,186.33. That’s an average of 0.60% per day over the 14 days.    I

An increasing awareness of the health benefits of staying active has catapulted fitness stocks into the spotlight. In the era of technological advancements and evolving consumer preferences, fitness companies are innovating to stay ahead of the curve. This spans all areas of the industry from wearable technology that tracks health metrics to fitness apparel for

Gene editing holds substantial promise for treating thousands of diseases – creating incredible opportunities for gene editing stocks. It could help treat the 7,000 diseases caused by genetic disorders, most of which occur with gene mutation. Or, as noted by the Cleveland Clinic, when you have the wrong amount of genetic material. It’s even helped

While traditional energy sources, such as fossil fuels, will undoubtedly continue to play a significant role in the global energy mix, there is a clear and accelerating shift toward renewable energy. As the world’s energy demands continue to rise, it’s important to discuss the best renewable energy stocks to buy. That way, we can support

Semiconductor stocks fell from grace in the month of July. After a strong start to 2024, Wall Street began to reprice earnings multiples which have expanded significantly in recent months.  Semiconductor companies, including the likes of Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) saw its market capitalization swell to a $3 trillion valuation. This unprecedented surge is supported by the

You don’t have to buy real estate to generate cash flow from your assets. Not only is it easier to buy the best dividend stocks with any amount of capital, but it also takes less work to stay on top of these investments. Dividend-paying corporations often distribute dividends each quarter and raise their dividends each

Retirement stocks are important in all environments. Every investor should consider investing for retirement instead of being concerned about recent market action, whether bullish or bearish. It’s best to consider the long-term potential of building a retirement portfolio to hold for decades. Below, I discuss three retirement stocks considered strong candidates to add to a

Some of the best cloud gaming stocks seem to be in correction territory after the latest barrage of summer selling. Indeed, cloud gaming may still be in its infancy, with numerous firms still ironing out the stubborn wrinkles in the technology. Most notably, latency remains a big issue that’s been tough to tackle. While Google

Riding-sharing leader Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) returned to profitability in the second quarter, easily beating Wall Street’s top and bottom line estimates on Tuesday.  Even during Monday’s market meltdown and the yo-yo ride the stock market has been on afterward, Uber stock has remained strong. Shares are up 12% since Friday’s close and will likely continue

It may not be the most exciting sector in which to invest, compared to tech and biotech. However, the best financial services stocks can offer a layer of stability to an investor’s portfolio like no other. But why? First, the industry itself is a multiplier of money. Firms compete for the best opportunities to expand

Understanding business fundamentals is crucial for identifying the best stocks. In August 2024, seven companies across various sectors stand out due to their solid attributes. In specialty chemicals, a firm has grown significantly due to the high demand for its fire safety products, driven by stricter regulations. The diversified support services sector includes a company

The fintech industry is growing rapidly in 2024, making the case for the best fintech stocks to buy on a dip. Despite operating in a more challenging macroeconomic environment, fintech companies continue expanding their revenue and earnings.  August has been off to an extremely volatile start, to say the least. Earlier this week, Japan’s Nikkei

JP Morgan (NYSE:JPM) believes that there is a 35% chance of recession in the U.S. by the end of the year. Further, the odds of recession in the first half of 2025 are 45%. Given these expectations, there is no doubt in my mind that the fed is going to pursue expansionary monetary policies before

In the last five years, cannabis stocks have gone through brief phases of optimism that has been followed by an extended period of depression. The reason is no secret as the industry suffers on the back of regulatory headwinds, intense competition, overcapacity, and cash burn. As I talk about cannabis stocks to buy, the question

Artificial intelligence made headlines in 2024, with stocks in the space appreciating tremendously. Amid the growing adoption of technology, many companies are shelling out billions to advance their AI capabilities.  According to a recent report by CompTIA, 22% of companies aim to pursue AI integration across their products. The report also found that 33% of

China-based XPeng (NYSE:XPEV) manufactures and sells electric vehicles, and the data indicates XPeng is on a positive trajectory in terms of EV deliveries. At the same time, XPeng stock is out of favor among investors. This mismatch between sentiment and reality sets up a terrific buying opportunity that probably won’t last long. Yes, there are trade tensions between

Volatility in the markets has heightened in recent weeks. However, long-term investors should embrace it since it creates bargains. Whether the low on August 5 was the bottom remains to be seen. Still, with most individual stocks down over 10%, it’s time to screen for the best blue-chip stocks whose risk-reward setup has improved. There

Investing in the tech sector has yielded solid returns for investors. The Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund (NYSEARCA:VGT) has more than doubled over the past five years. It’s filled with tech stocks, but it has significant exposure to the Magnificent Seven. That’s no surprise, as these stocks also make up a large portion of the