Have you heard the current debates surrounding TikTok and X? It’s easy to see the huge influence that social media exerts on society. True, much commentary and debate centers around content and the potential ill effects of the technology. From an monetary perspective, social media sites are highly profitable investments that continue to be run
Stocks to buy
The stock market continues to hit new record highs, with investors eagerly seeking out unstoppable growth stocks to buy in March. These stocks can present a first-class ticket to wealth, even for the less experienced participants. Fueled by strong fundamentals and exceptional management teams, these companies have the potential to deliver substantial returns over the
As supply issues and scalping made purchasing the last console generation difficult for consumers, manufacturers have begun looking for alternatives. With rising costs around semiconductors for processing units, the pricing of consoles could become prohibitive for the average consumer. Thus, the significant expansion of 5G networks and cloud computing data centers has led to the
Investors are often told to follow the money. Right now, you may think that means artificial intelligence stocks, and you wouldn’t be wrong. Many of those stocks carry Buy or Strong Buy ratings. But if you’re a growth-oriented investor with a slightly longer time horizon, it could be time to consider some strong buy space
Some of the best cannabis stocks to buy could be in for a breakthrough in the second-quarter of 2024. Germany recently green-lit cannabis for personal use, and the potential Joe Biden re-election in the U.S. presidential election could spur robust growth across the sector. When he assumed power in 2021, cannabis stocks took off to
Created 128 years ago, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has long been the bellwether indicator of the health and direction of the United States economy. Originally comprised of just 12 industrial stocks, it carried a starting point of 40.94. Thus, investors must grab these stocks poised for unbeatable returns. Although it’s been many years since the
Sustained growth and prosperity: Isn’t that what everyone wants? The answer is generally a resounding ‘yes’ whether it applies to human beings or the stock market. Yet, it isn’t always that easy to identify clear cut winners five years into the future. So, identifying stocks primed for growth and prosperity through 2030 in 2024 can
Gold prices continued reaching all-time highs. The record on March 22 was attributed to the aftermath of the Fed’s recent policy decision. Financial markets anticipate interest rates will decline throughout the year, exerting typical upward pressure on gold prices. Several additional factors contribute to the expectation that gold prices will continue rising. Some of those
It’s tempting to chase after the next big biotech breakthrough or speculate on businesses burning cash like there’s no tomorrow. However, that’s usually a fast track to disappointment – and a much lighter wallet. Instead, I believe the road to turning $50,000 into a cool $1 million is paved with high-quality, financially sound businesses. Betting
The world’s largest hedge fund Bridgewater Associates was founded by billionaire investor Ray Dalio in 1975. It has nearly $80 billion in assets under management (AUM) and it owns positions in over 740 different stocks. Bridgewater is what you might call diversified. That also means no one position is likely to command a particularly large
Of the 11 sectors in the S&P 500, communication services stocks have delivered the most robust performance year-to-date, up 15.32%, thanks, in part, to these top-performing communication services stocks. The S&P 500 communications sector consists of many well-known businesses operating in the telecom industry, such as social media, video streaming, video games, advertising, concert promoters,
Although it’s been a fun ride chasing some of the hottest semiconductor plays available, concerns about an overheated environment organically incentivizes the search for tech stocks to become the next big thing. Of course, it’s a risky endeavor but the rewards could be lifechanging. Now, let me be clear about something. For every Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA),
Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) Research predicts electric vehicle (EV) sales will eventually increase due to declining battery prices, despite current slowdowns in EV investment. Further, there is a projected surge in EV market share to 50% in the U.S. and 68% in the EU by 2030. This backdrop has led to this list of EV stocks
This year’s ongoing stock market strength is sending growth stocks surging again, but don’t discard defensive stock selections. The music may stop soon, and you don’t want to be the one left holding the bag. The Fed remains in a holding pattern, even if analysts read dovish sentiment in Powell’s remarks, and the yield curve
Let’s take a look at three mega-cap stocks to own. A mega-cap company is traditionally thought of as a firm with a market capitalization of at least $200 billion. These are the true giants of the American economic system. As of this writing, there are just 47 stocks listed on the New York Stock Exchange
As the stock market rally continues, the trillion-dollar market cap club stands to get just a bit more crowded. Undoubtedly, more than a handful of mega-cap titans could pass the $1 trillion milestone as soon as 2024. And many of the top plays don’t need to skyrocket by an absurd amount to accomplish the feat.
If you’re considering the best cloud computing stocks to buy, you might want to read a February article from InfoWorld contributor David Linthicum that details why companies are leaving the cloud. Linthicum is a computer industry expert who’s not just written numerous books about it, his latest published in 2023 focuses on cloud computing, but
While investors chase overhyped momentum plays, smart money looks elsewhere for overlooked bargains. This article cuts through the noise, identifying undervalued, under-the-radar stocks to buy and hold using a discounted cash flow and earnings approach. The centerpiece is pinpointing high-quality businesses trading at a substantial discount to their intrinsic worth based on quantitative metrics like
The world revolves around money. People use it as a medium of exchange to buy goods and services. Various middlemen make money from financial transactions, and other companies offer resources that can improve your finances. These corporations fit within the fintech umbrella. Stocks in this industry often have millions of customers who use their loans,
Luxury brand companies in the stock market specialize in selling high-end, quality products that command premium prices. Interestingly, the demand for these luxury items often increases as their prices rise. In this piece, we look at the top luxury stocks to benefit from the much-anticipated economic recovery in China. Luxury companies tend to perform robustly,