Stocks to buy

While a niche application of data storage and processing technology, biometric security is becoming an increasingly relevant sector within the broader technology industry. Back in 2021, the biometric system market was valued at $29.09 billion by Fortune Business Insights with predictions it would rise to $76.7 billion by 2029. These numbers represent a fraction of

With interest rate cuts looming, it’s an ideal time to load up on fintech stocks to watch. Investors were served another promising inflation update, bolstering hopes for September rate cuts. Core CPI, which strips away food and energy prices, increased just 0.2% sequentially and aligned with estimates. Additionally, the U.S. economy expanded by an encouraging

Water stocks don’t really need much in terms of fundamental justification. It’s the one resource that is easily the most precious. Sure, you can talk about gold or some other important asset that features significant industrial or technological implications: lithium comes readily to mind. However, as far as I know, you can’t eat lithium. On

What could be better than viable enterprises within the biotechnology industry? Try biotech stocks under $10. Primarily, the reason why the sector is so popular among investors is its potential for addressing various diseases and conditions. Obviously, there’s the human component of lengthening life and its quality. However, economic considerations exist as well. According to

Electric vehicles represented so much promise but recently the sector has struggled. Just look at premium manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID). Financially supported by huge backers and enjoying some positive notoriety as a Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) alternative, the upstart arrived on the scene with much fanfare. Unfortunately, investors aren’t all that excited about Lucid stock. Since the beginning

Wind stocks are prepared for significant expansion based on several factors that are very favorable to the industry. The move towards cleaner energy sources is the key factor with more and more countries adopting policies to cut down on the emission of greenhouse gasses and invest in green energy. These regulations create a predictable environment

Tech stocks have consistently been in the spotlight over the past couple of years, driving the bulk of the market’s bullish rally with remarkable advancements in AI, in particular, fueling innovation and growth. As we move further into Q3, tech stocks are expected to remain highly popular, bolstered by the sector’s robust growth despite the

As tech behemoth Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) gears up to report fiscal fourth-quarter 2024 results on July 30, all eyes will be on the continued momentum in its high-growth cloud computing and artificial intelligence businesses. With the stock up over 14.6% year-to-date (YTD), Microsoft will need to deliver impressive numbers and guidance to justify its premium valuation.

The mining sector is one of the most dynamic yet controversial industries to be investing in. When we talk about mining stocks, there are a plethora of different commodities to explore. There is silver, gold and iron ore, of course, but beyond that there are rare earth minerals that make our daily lives convenient. Tungsten,

Former President Trump’s improving odds of a second term have already influenced investor behavior. The “Trump trade” is gradually being priced into various sectors. However, there is a long way to go for some undervalued Trump stocks that are still poised to benefit from his potential victory. Market volatility has risen with President Joe Biden

High-yield dividend stocks are attractive investment options as they provide regular payouts regardless of market performance. Understanding dividend yield, which is a ratio showing annual dividend income per dollar invested, is crucial for comparing investments. The yield, expressed as a percentage of the current price, indicates the annual return on investment at the purchase price.

It’s a great time to consider investing in small-cap stocks. The Russell 2000 index — comprising 2,000 firms with market capitalizations between $250 million and $2 billion — recently hit its highest level since January 2022.  The benchmark index has continued to outpace the S&P 500 over the past several weeks. The index is more

Markets have been a bit chaotic over the last few days. That’s because investors have been rotating out of blistering-hot tech stocks, like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and other top semiconductor stocks in favor of small-cap stocks.  All on growing confidence the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by September. In fact, according

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is a top stock to buy ahead of its fiscal 2024 Q4 earnings call after markets close on July 30. The company demonstrated solid growth across multiple business segments, specifically based on its expanding cloud services and AI  advancements. The company’s growth trajectory has a solid record of beating earnings per share estimates. 

With the S&P 500 providing a paltry 1.32% dividend yield today, income-focused investors must be selective in their search for yield. That’s where the Dividend Aristocrats come in. These 66 S&P 500 companies have raised their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years. While Dividend Aristocrats may not be the most exciting stocks to own,

Finding value in this market is difficult because the S&P 500 has increased over 50% since its bottom in October 2022. Certainly, you won’t find it in technology or mega caps, which have soared due to the AI craze. However, healthcare stocks stand out, considering the Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLV) is up

With the recent stock market pullback, you may be taking a look at potential bargains among widely-followed stocks. However, instead of “buying the dip” in what’s popular, you may want to take a look at the deep value opportunities among contrarian stocks instead. While the market has become highly concentrated in the “Magnificent Seven” and

At the start of July, Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG,NASDAQ:GOOGL) was hitting new highs. Flash forward to now, and Alphabet stock has reversed course. If you’ve been following recent news, you can quickly answer the question “what happened?” For one tech stocks have experienced a sell-off. Doubt and uncertainty about the generative AI growth trend has negatively affected

Finding the best undervalued tech stocks, ones that can outperform the broader market, is no easy task. To start off, there are no guarantees when it comes to picking winning stocks. You can make all the right selections in the beginning, but the wrong timing can curtail the company’s growth in the short term. Secondly,

Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) gained altitude recently after obtaining a new certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It moves the eVTOL leader one step closer to its goal of commercializing its business next year. Although it is helping to create an entirely new industry from the ground