The space stock sector remains speculative but also highly interesting. Traditionally, space companies highly align with and are funded by the government. However, that is changing. These days, titans of the industry, including Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, continue to funnel billions of dollars into the sector. The commercial space industry was valued at $546
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While the idea of plant-based food may not seem appetizing, its potential profits could be. In fact, by 2027, according to Research and Markets, the global plant-based food market could grow to about $75 billion by 2028 from $41.06 billion in 2022. All thanks to growing interest in veganism, healthy living, and environmental issues, which could be
What to do with $100,000? Where to invest that kind of money? These stocks to buy for 2024 include technology stocks, which continue to be a safe bet for growth-oriented investors. Of course, tech stocks are coming off their best year since the heady days of the internet bubble in 1999, with the Nasdaq index
I believe that 2024 will be good for equities. Potential rate cuts are a big impending catalyst. However, even with a bullish outlook, I would further strengthen my income portfolio by considering exposure to quality dividend-paying stocks. Of course, there are attractive growth stock stories, but it’s important to limit exposure to growth and penny
There can be various stories that support a bullish thesis for a stock. However, it ultimately boils down to the cash flow–generation capability of a business. There have been attractive stocks to buy in the past that have destroyed their wealth due to weak margins and continued cash burn. Therefore, a key screener in the
Published in 1996, The Millionaire Next Door remains an insightful book that offers a glimpse into the lives of people with net worth exceeding $1 million. They didn’t drive fancy cars or live in big homes. Further, they had modest lifestyles, saved money, and frequently invested their extra cash. In fact, many of these individuals
If you’re looking for the best dividend stocks to buy now, the WisdomTree U.S. Quality Dividend Growth Fund (NASDAQ:DGRW) is an excellent place to start. DRGW is one of the largest U.S.-listed dividend growth ETFs with $9.2 billion in net assets. When looking for the best dividend stocks to buy, I’m more interested in the dividend
Betting on healthcare’s future via healthcare stocks is one of the safest long-term bets you can make. Though changes and advances happen rapidly, healthcare is one industry that is here to stay. It offers a unique investment opportunity at the intersection of innovation and demand. The best healthcare stocks to buy today aren’t necessarily the
The Street’s worries about PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock are way overdone. Eventually, these concerns, pushing the shares down 80% from their August 2021 high of $289, will become much less intense, enabling PYPL stock to soar far above its current levels. Specifically, investors’ trepidation about PayPal’s falling profit margins and its competition from Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) will eventually be unfounded. As a result,
2023 was a busy year for utilities stocks, with both positive and negative developments. On the positive side, the sector deployed record volumes of renewable energy and enhanced grid reliability. However, issues arose. One was the catastrophic Lahaina fire in Hawaii, which led stakeholders to question safety practices at the local utility, Hawaiian Electric. Ultimately,
The Nasdaq 100 had a banner year. After a disastrous 2022 that saw the tech-laden index lose one-third of its value, it rebounded sharply in 2023 soaring 55% to hit a new all-time high. Of course, most of those gains were because of the performance of the Magnificent 7 stocks. Since the index is market
Amazon’s (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock price has been on an absolute tear this past year. Up 80% in 2023, AMZN stock appears to have overcome various short-term headwinds, with investors again focused on growth. Despite still trading more than 20% below its peak, AMZN stock may still be relatively cheap at 2.5 times next year’s sales. If the
The advancement of artificial intelligence revitalized tech stocks in 2023. Yet, as 2024 looms, investors are becoming more selective, especially in AI sectors. A prime focus is the metaverse, where AI is crucial for development. This intersection makes metaverse stocks a smart addition to 2024 portfolios. According to Statista, the metaverse market is expected to
Not every investor wants to actively monitor the markets and find hidden gems. It can be easier to invest stocks to buy and hold from companies that have vast enterprises, lower risk and plenty of growth potential. Buying stocks with the intent of holding onto them forever means ignoring the short-term noise and focusing on
Fundstrat analyst Tom Lee, who correctly called last year’s rally of the S&P 500 in the face of tremendous pessimism about U.S. equities, recently advised investors to overweight certain financial stocks. Specifically, Lee said on The Julia LaRoche Show that with interest rates are likely to fall meaningfully this year, and the most obvious beneficiaries
As we enter 2024, the biggest focus for governments worldwide is climate change and renewable energy. While several governments have committed to switching towards renewable energy sources, it will take time for them to achieve the same. Solar energy was in high demand at one time and then dipped to low costs, while wind energy
The notion of flying car stocks has long been the realm of science fiction. However, flying cars are fast becoming a reality. In July, Alef Aeronautics Received FAA approval for testing and began taking reservations. The company, which is not publicly traded, expects to begin delivery of its $300,000 vehicle in 2025. That vehicle called
Quantum computers are the new technology of today when it comes to computers. Imagine if there are already super-fast processors capable of doing many tasks simultaneously. Quantum computers are capable of doing this but with an infinitely better speed and power and, of course, faster than any normal computer. If you want to invest in
With the U.S. market obsessing over the “Magnificent Seven” stocks last year, investors sometimes overlooked great growth opportunities. Among the most promising picks for 2024 is China-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI). Wall Street didn’t spend much time focusing on LI stock, but get ready for Li Auto to grab the limelight in the new
Last year was more for stock pickers than a year where all sectors and stocks surged. Further, there were multi-bagger returns from blue-chip as well as growth stocks. Among the hottest blue-chips, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) skyrocketed by almost 240%. Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock also had a healthy rally of 48%. These were some blue-chips that outperformed many