Stocks to buy

With the world fighting to go green, battery stocks are becoming far more attractive. After all, batteries play an essential role in the world’s move to renewable energy. Also, the U.S. Department of Energy announced it would provide $3.5 billion to companies that produce batteries and the essential minerals used to make them.  “Officials see batteries as

After soaring in 2020, space stocks return to earth as many companies descend from their previous highs. In 2020, space stocks returned 64% as a collective group; 2022 marked a hefty 12% loss (though still outperforming the S&P 500. While the verdict for 2023 isn’t yet in, expect space stocks to be fairly flat to

Not long ago, the electric vehicle (EV) industry was the hottest segment of the U.S. economy. Now it increasingly appears the industry could be entering a long winter. And investors want nothing to do with EV stocks.  Over the past three months, Tesla (TSLA) stock has dropped around 16%. And in fact, it has essentially

Social media stocks have recovered nicely from the market downturn in 2022. The Global X Social Media ETF (NASDAQ:SOCL), which is comprised of 43 stocks, has gained 9.6% in the last 12 months. Since bottoming in November 2022, the exchange-traded fund (ETF) is up 50%. It’s a big reversal for the social media space, which

The New Year gives investors the opportunity to reassess their portfolios, determine their objectives and plan accordingly. Investors often go into a New Year hoping to outperform last year’s returns. Some stocks offer that possibility. While index funds can generate respectable returns, several growth stocks can comfortably exceed index returns and reward long-term investors.  With the

To say that AI stocks are popular with investors in 2024 would be an understatement.  In mid-December, Bloomberg published an article entitled The Year of Nvidia, AI Stocks and Lofty Valuations. As it highlighted, the Nasdaq 100 had its best year in 2023 in more than a decade.  Through the first two weeks of January,

When we imagine dividend aristocrats, a handful of big names take the spotlight. AT&T (NYSE:T), Realty Income (NYSE:O), Exxon Mobile (NYSE:XOM) — these are some of the common names investors flock to when finding income-generating options for their portfolio. But these names aren’t the only game in town and, in some cases, aren’t worth the

One of the major developments stemming from the Covid-19 crisis was the digitalization of myriad in-person functionalities, which may carry significant implications for remote learning stocks. While the underlying practice has been available for some time, the pandemic pushed the narrative to the forefront. Now, it’s possible that this niche of the digital economy will

With so many question marks facing the viability of the equities sector, concerned investors may want to turn their attention to compelling healthcare stocks. Primarily, the sector benefits from permanent relevance. It’s in a nation’s best interest to keep its citizenry healthy and productive, meaning that there will always be funds directed toward the broader

While seemingly everyone was talking about the electrification of mobility, a forced pit stop might yield a more favorable entry point for EV stocks to buy. Though electric vehicles are likely the future, the sector suffered a setback as the combination of sharply accelerating inflation and rising borrowing costs took their toll on consumers. At

2023 was a great year for stocks generally, but not for all of them. Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) stock fell while the market obsessed over the so-called “Magnificent Seven” and over the new trend in weight-loss drugs. Now, however, it’s a new year and investors have a chance to buy PFE stock at an absurdly low price. Whether

Within the dividend stock portfolio, there is a case for finer diversification. First, there are blue-chip dividend stocks with stable cash flows and relatively muted dividend growth. Further, there are some of the best dividend growth stocks to buy that also trade at attractive valuations. This column focuses on the dividend growth stocks that are

Despite challenges, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock thrived in 2023, rising 85% on record revenue and member growth. The end of student loan forbearance boosted earnings, and SoFi stock 480,000 members and 847,000 products in Q3, showcasing effective cross-selling and customer retention. Banking, an age-old industry, has evolved significantly with technological advances disrupting various sectors. SoFi,

Investors have been preoccupied with interest rates over the past year. The Federal Reserve raised interest rates at its fastest rate in many years. This caused steep selloffs in many sectors of the stock market. For companies with heavy debtloads or high capital intensity, higher interest rates could be an existential risk. For other companies,

Small-cap semiconductor stocks have emerged as a promising investment opportunity, poised for substantial growth in 2024. As global demand for energy storage, automotive, robotics, and artificial intelligence soars, the industry holds tremendous long term potential.  Last year the global semiconductor industry saw a huge boom, driven by the increased demand for AI chips. However, artificial

Growth stocks tend to outperform industry peers in earnings or revenue growth, often holding higher valuations based on metrics like price-earnings, price-sales and price-free cash flow ratios. For these companies, maintaining strong momentum is crucial for their valuations to hold up over time. Accordingly, building a portfolio of the ultimate growth stocks usually means finding

The Nasdaq 100 has been an emotional ride for investors. From a heart-stopping 34% plunge in 2022 to giddy elation at last year’s 54% surge, the tech-heavy index has been a non-stop, white-knuckle experience. Where it heads next is anyone’s guess. Comprised of the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq exchange, the index stands pretty much

There could be substantial opportunities for undervalued hydrogen stocks. That is, if President Biden loosens the proposed rules on hydrogen tax credits, making them far friendlier to producers, as E&E News notes. In fact, according to Senate Environment and Public Works Chair Tom Carper (D-Del.) and Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), the current

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock was one of the best-performing names of 2023, with a staggering gain of more than 240%. This year looks good too. The chip maker has been riding high on the booming demand for its artificial intelligence solutions. While there are several reasons investors should be optimistic about NVDA stock, investors should also be wary

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), often viewed as one of the top tech giants worth buying, continues to outperform. The company has embraced artificial intelligence, with investments in OpenAI and integrated AI into the company’s core products. This has held to impressive results, with MSFT stock reporting $56.5 billion in revenue in the most recent quarter, with more