Stocks to buy

With the equities sector falling flat while the cryptocurrency arena skyrockets, the difficulties associated with planning next moves help drive the bullish case for dividend-paying healthcare stocks. As a defensive play, the broader wellness ecosystem should instill confidence. After all, regardless of economic conditions, people will need access to various medical services and products. On

Investors got a jolt back to reality about the volatile geopolitical landscape after the Hamas attacks on Israel. When the news broke, the best defense stocks rallied. However, despite those gains, most defense stocks are still underperforming the S&P 500 year-to-date. First, the Russian-Ukraine war has triggered an increase in defense spending worldwide. Notably, military

At the 2023 World Economic Forum, researchers from McKinsey forecast that the $447 billion space industry could grow to $1 trillion by 2030. However, for many investors looking for space stocks to buy starts with the question, “so what?” That’s a perception that many industry insiders are coming to grips with. In an article for

After a November rally, December is off to a slow start. With earnings season winding down and investors engaging in tax-loss harvesting and profit-taking, the next opportunity for stocks will likely be a January effect. But will that rally broaden out to include Russell 2000 stocks? Certainly, that would be welcome news to many small-cap

It’s the ultimate dream of an investor to hold stocks with millionaire-maker potential. In general, the stocks to get rich can be found among growth stocks. But for those investors on the hunt, there are two secrets to building massive wealth you should know. First, you’re tasked with identifying the right opportunity before the market

Considering the broad market outlook, I believe it’s a good time to buy potential multibagger penny stocks with an investment horizon of 24 months. There is a strong case for multiple rate cuts in 2024 and potentially in 2025 to avoid a recession. This would imply that the financial markets will be flooded with liquidity.

As investors, we always strive to build a well-balanced portfolio that can provide stability through various economic cycles. While high-flying growth stocks generate all the hype these days (and deservedly so), defensive dividend stocks remain essential to provide a steady stream of income, as well as stability. That’s particularly true when markets become volatile. And

Despite being a hot investment trend, the electric vehicle (EV) sector faced challenges in 2023 with softened global demand. While the long-term outlook remains positive, caution is advised as not all EV companies will survive given the competitive and capital-intensive nature of the industry. Investors must choose wisely when looking at which EV stocks to

Blockchain stocks should be on your radar. The halving is coming, and a Bitcoin (BTC-USD) ETF could soon become a reality. When writing, the digital gold trades for around $43,000, well below its all-time high of $68,000. With these powerful catalysts forming a backdrop, now might be a good time to start seriously investing in blockchain stocks

While certain AI stock sectors, such as generative text and imagery, have some commercial use, they’ve mostly been relegated to parlor tricks thus far. And, without the profitable commercialization opportunity needed to offset high tech costs, many of today’s “fun” AI stocks won’t be around in a few years. That’s the reason investors who are

The tight monetary policies, high inflation and low consumer spending led to a massive correction in the stock market this year. Several companies suffered from rising interest rates, but the recent quarterly earnings season has shown mixed results. This takes us to choosing stocks to buy now that have the potential to thrive in 2024.  

Although a lucrative industry, the electric vehicle space is highly competitive. But industry crowding is typical, especially during the earlier stages of development. We’ll probably see some consolidation in the next few years, whereby some EV companies will separate themselves from the pack and others fall out of favor. Moreover, capital expenditure roadmaps could shift

Small-cap stocks are a good option for investors looking to gain exposure to typically newer companies offering niche products and services that may have the potential for massive share price appreciation. But, these companies are also risky because they are more susceptible to collapse from financial instability, mismanagement and an economic downturn. Investors need to

Plant-based food stocks once captured Wall Street’s imagination, symbolizing a shift towards sustainable eating habits. The sector was initially met with a wave of investor enthusiasm, marked by a series of high-profile initial public offerings. However, as the market faced headwinds last year, the initial hype around these stocks cooled. Nonetheless, recent trends suggest a

Over the past four years, investors have become very familiar with stock market volatility. Wild swings in the S&P 500 have been the norm as the index swung from bull to bear market and back again. We may be trending higher once more, but smart investors understand the next correction is always just over the

Dividend investors love payday, and it comes quite often if you have enough stocks in your portfolio. Some dividend investors set up their portfolios to receive at least one payout every month.  Many companies raise their dividends each year and reward dividend investors who hold onto their shares. However, some corporations raise their dividends higher

One of activist investor Elliott Investment Management’s stock picks is Crown Castle (NYSE:CCI). They sent a letter to the board on Nov. 27 recommending various changes it felt the owner of cell towers should make to remedy its underperformance in the markets.  Elliott has amassed a $2 billion stake in the company. It would like

For some, artificial intelligence’s (AI) meteoric rise sparks excitement. And for others, it poses an existential threat. Will AI usher in an era of unprecedented prosperity and abundance? Or will it take over society, rendering humans useless? Right now these are theoretical questions to discuss at dinner parties this holiday season – but little more.

What comes to mind when you think of niche stock? For some, it is one that flies under the radar of most investors. It could be a stock with little or no analyst coverage. It could be a company with technology that meets the needs of a smaller total addressable market (TAM).  In fact, Cambridge

In a strong sign that the U.S. electric-vehicle market is not dead yet and is thriving, Ford (NYSE:F) sold a record number of its F-150 Lightning electric SUVs in November. Specifically, the sales of the EV soared 113% year-over-year in November to 4,393 vehicles, the company reported. Also noteworthy is that the automaker’s total EV