Investing in consumer stocks, particularly in the consumer staples sector, suits investors seeking reliability and stability in their portfolios. Consumer staples, such as food, beverages and household goods, are necessities that maintain consistent demand regardless of economic conditions. Companies in this sector often generate steady revenue and pay reliable dividends, offering a haven for investors
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High interest rates are here to stay. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the fight against inflation had stalled and the central bank was leaving interest rates unchanged. It wasn’t unexpected but it means that costs will remain elevated for an extended period for business. The Fed will try to slow the economy through its
If big, boring banks aren’t worried about the rise of Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:HOOD), they ought to be. Robinhood stock is volatile, but holding shares makes sense if you believe the financial-trading landscape is changing. Instead of fearing change, you can choose to accept and even embrace it. There’s no turning back the clock and no undoing
Undervalued battery stocks present exciting opportunities for investors as the world transitions to clean energy sources and electric vehicles become increasingly prevalent. While some well-known companies in the battery industry receive significant attention, there are several lesser-known gems that are poised for growth and offer attractive entry points for savvy investors. Some companies have established
U.S. equities, especially undervalued software stocks, appear to be in rally mode. As of the end of Wednesday’s trading session, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite has risen 2.37 percentage points in the last month. Meanwhile, its counterpart the S&P500 has appreciated 3.18 percent. This comes after both indices suffered significant losses during the month of April,
I understand why investors want to look for under-the-radar, small-cap picks at times. First, it’s smart to diversify your portfolio, and it’s also incredibly fulfilling (and profitable) to identify and buy into a small company before it hits big. But the anchor of your portfolio should be blue-chip stocks that you can count on for
As investors, we are always aiming to reevaluate our portfolios and make additions. However, we can often get lost in the vastness of the markets when deciding on just a handful of companies. A great place to solve this dilemma is by looking at what other investors are choosing. What better place to start than
It’s been a long way down for Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI). After riding the artificial intelligence wave to new heights and hitting $1,229 per share, Super Micro Computer stock lost over a third of its value. The catalyst for much of the loss was barely missing analysts bloated revenue expectations. And though Super Micro came
Like achieving a hole-in-one, holding a tenbagger is one of the best results any investor could wish for. A term popularized by legendary investor Peter Lynch, these stocks are innovators with the potential to grow exponentially. Indeed, 10x stocks are market disrupters and innovators. And they create products people love. Today, I’m on the hunt
Social media stocks will continue to attract attention because of two critical factors: the 2024 election cycle and this year’s $251 billion market opportunity. I take every forecast with a pinch of salt — however, an estimated 7.30% annual growth rate in total revenue (CAGR 2022-2027) is anticipated, translating into a projected market volume of
You know artificial intelligence (AI) is reaching the mania stage when the FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) headlines appear. However, many of the headlines don’t tell you to avoid AI stocks. Rather, they want to make sure that you don’t limit your focus to stocks like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and miss out on some under-the-radar AI
New stocks have IPOs that experience huge price swings in their first months as the market determines their true worth. This volatility presents both risks and rewards for investors. It takes time for a startup’s share price to stabilize post-IPO. During this period, research can help smart money profit from inexpensive entries into firms poised for growth. However, those
Cigarette smoking is in a secular decline but the tobacco industry remains extremely profitable. And as manufacturers develop new reduced-risk products to help wean smokers off cigarettes, new avenues of growth open. With the tobacco industry going through a major overhaul, investors are looking for the next top tobacco stock. Combustible cigarettes are still the
Editor’s note: “Elon Musk’s Next Billion-Dollar Venture Is in Motion Right Now” was previously published in April 2024. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. Elon Musk is one of the richest men in the world. And of course, that didn’t happen by accident. He amassed his $185 billion fortune
Finding game-changing stocks in today’s relatively overvalued and volatile market isn’t as straightforward as it was when initial rate cuts drove top stocks to rock bottom prices. While many quickly point to tech stocks as the main wealth-unlocking stocks in today’s economy, forward-thinking investors recognize the importance of diversifying across industries, geographic locations, size, scale,
Palantir (NYSE:PLTR) stock has been a subject of fascination and debate for retail and institutional investors. Known for its AI driven software solutions, the company has long been associated with serving government agencies. However, that is changing as their first quarter results further signal strength in commercial revenues. This shift, coupled with significant margin expansion,
It’s no secret AMC (NYSE:AMC) stock is not doing well right now. It’s down 47% year-to-date (YTD) and 93% in the last 12 months. Now, AMC is down 94% in the past five years. Its stock declined after Q1 results were released last week. This happened despite it exceeding consensus estimates for revenue, adjusted EBITDA,
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has yet to make its move in artificial intelligence and Apple stock is suffering for it. Shares were $165 before its most recent earnings announcement. Those numbers weren’t great. Sales and net income were both down slightly. A $110 billion buyback and a 25 cent/share dividend, the stock still rose, trading above $183.
As earnings season winds down, the long-awaited shift from growth to value seems to be emerging. Many tech stocks are down despite good earnings as investors hunt for bargains. That’s a good reason to explore undervalued stocks under $50. To begin with, investors like stocks under $50 because they can make a small investment go
Over the past five years, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has outperformed the other six “Magnificent Seven” stocks combined, including Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock, one of this country’s most iconic tech companies. It’s hard to believe that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has been the software company’s leader for over a decade, taking the job on Feb. 4, 2014. MSFT