Agriculture is a huge part of the American economy. Today, there are more than two million farms across the U.S. that contribute $1.26 trillion to U.S. gross domestic product (GDP), a 5.4% share. Additionally, 10% of American workers are employed directly or indirectly in the agriculture sector, with more than 2.5 million people working directly
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Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is well known as the reigning king among EV stocks. The company has blazed a path forward in an industry that really didn’t exist in the same way a decade ago. Accordingly, for most investors, Tesla is the EV sector, and it’s the only stock that matters. The market appears to be disagreeing
Lithium stocks have taken a beating due to oversupply concerns and a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales. But don’t give up on them yet. If the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates as expected, we could see a resurgence of EV sales and a massive comeback for some of the most trod-upon lithium stocks. In
Real estate investment research firm Nareit claims that 2024 is the year REITs are “well-situated for outsized performance.” Nareit based their assessment on the assumption that the Fed is nearing the end of its current interest rate hiking cycle. But what if everyone’s collective dreams of lower rates don’t come to fruition in 2024? Income
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) remains one of the hottest stocks in the market right now, with shares eeking out yet another 2.35% gain on Monday’s session. After Nvidia stock’s January jump, shares are flirting with 30% in year-to-date gains. That’s an impressive annual return, let alone one posted in under a month. As to when (or if)
Fundamentally, the narrative for top uranium stocks 2024 comes down to basic math. Around mid-December, The Wall Street Journal reported that the commodity was running hot due to supply setbacks. However, as more data entered the news cycle, uranium prices soared as it became clear that the sector’s challenges might not dissipate soon enough. As
While some of the heavily hyped enterprises of last year continue to do well this month, investors ought to consider ideas for undervalued stocks January 2024. True, nothing technically stops a security from rising and rising. Eventually, though, a correction materializes. Generally speaking, a greater threat exists that the high-flyers will incur a slowdown, not
Before we dive into the wild world of tech penny stocks, we’ve got to acknowledge some housekeeping notes. First, we’re dealing with one of the most speculative arenas in the equities space. Yes, these securities may be “cheap” but that doesn’t mean they can’t get any cheaper. Second, high-risk ideas usually come with “administrative” realities,
When building a retirement portfolio, we all want investments that can stand the test of time. The ideal stocks to hold the long-haul deliver stable returns while providing regular income via dividends. As our portfolios grow over the decades, these dividends can compound into an exponential source of passive income. Of course, we also need
A stock market correction offers the opportunity to buy shares at a discount. However, these same corrections can expose companies with high valuations and limited upside potential. The dynamics for investments often change. Stocks that were reliable picks a few years ago may have lost their charm due to weakening financials or a less optimistic
To diversify any portfolio, a solid mix of growth stocks and dividend stocks is preferred by many investors. Indeed, companies that are able to return capital to shareholders via dividends, and continue to raise their distributions each and every year, provide excellent value relative to other fixed income options in the market. Investors should certainly
Penny stocks tend to be risky. Most companies end up with a low share price due to some major fundamental problem with the business, such as a bad balance sheet or low levels of profitability. However, there can be diamonds in the rough. If you’re looking for a low-priced penny stock bargain for January 2024,
Quantum computers have just started to enter the mainstream awareness. Although the shift from classical to quantum computers is still ongoing and the technology experimental, the potential consequences could be far-reaching once we successfully harness the technology to society’s benefit. That puts the spotlight on quantum innovation stocks leading the way forward. Note that these
If you want to earn money without working for it, investing can prove to be your secret sauce. Picking the right stocks is crucial, but to make money, you need to choose dividend stocks. It is a slow and steady way to build wealth. These are companies that have a strong record of dividend payments
The positive future of the U.S. economy is highlighted by its robust 3.1% GDP growth, which was the strongest among major advanced economies last year. The Fed’s confidence in maintaining benchmark interest rates at a 23-year high reflects a healthy economy with strong employment data. With GDP growing at an annualized rate of 3.3% Q4,
Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) says its 2024 mobile commerce sales are expected to be $2.5 trillion in 2024, nearly 14% higher than in 2023. That’s excellent news for it and other e-commerce growth stocks. Investors got an indication this past November that e-commerce sales remained very healthy. On Black Friday, while in-store U.S. retail sales grew by
There are some popular stocks for 2024 that investors should pay attention to. These companies represent some of the most capitalized companies on the major exchanges, which underlines their popularity. These companies are further bolstered as fan favorites due to their strong, instantly recognizable brands and loyal customer bases. I expect that these popular stocks
One of the most important sectors not only in the financial markets but also in everyone’s life, is the healthcare sector. It can provide investors with good returns due to its constant growth and continuous development, and the more it grows, the more companies grow along with it. If companies grow, it means that they
As a leading global digital payment leader for 20 years, PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stands out among the rest. PYPL stock has gained international recognition as a top fintech stock to own for the long term. Of course, since PayPal’s dramatic rise following the pandemic, this stock has been among the worst-performing large-cap tech players in recent
Warren Buffett is often hailed as one of the greatest investors, with a track record that has consistently outpaced the broader markets. Could artificial intelligence (AI) emulate his success? I recently discovered an intriguing AI model called the “Buffett Bot” that was trained to mimic Warren Buffett. As AI continues making strides across industries, it’s