Stocks to buy

Amid the world’s transition to cleaner energy sources, hydrogen stocks have had a resurgence in interest lately. This resurgence is despite a fall in the S&P 500 amid earnings season over the last couple of weeks, creating fresh opportunities to buy them cheaply. One of the greatest benefits of scooping up shares of these hydrogen

A simple rule to investing is to buy the index if you cannot beat the index. In my view, beating the index is not a big task. However, it’s a matter of disciplined investing and patience. One strategy to beat the index is to consider a mix of growth and blue-chip stocks for the portfolio.

Stock dividends continue to be a major enticement for investors. Many retail investors prize dividend payments and the steady income they provide, particularly in retirement. Also, people like the reliable return on capital they receive from dividends. This is especially true with markets remaining volatile and stock prices rising and falling along with interest rates

Thanks to the reality TV program Doomsday Preppers and notorious conspiracy theorists like Alex Jones, the concept surrounding consumer staples stocks aligned with the principles of a prepper portfolio may arouse chuckles, if not ridicule. I get it. The whole idea of prepping has been characterized under the framework of buffoonery. Of course, that might

The earnings season can be an exciting time for investors. While a few can be disappointing, many others can generate solid gains for you. Since it is impossible to time the market, investors should identify companies that have a solid history of beating market expectations. When they do this, the stock often rallies. In this

5G stocks aren’t just riding the wave of a technology trend, they’re at the helm of a revolution in the communications sphere. Think of 5G as the transformative step from the slide rule to the personal computer, a robust paradigm shift. With speeds almost 100 times faster than 4G and a tenfold increase in connectivity

The Russell 2000 Index is a stock market index that compromises small and mid-cap companies and is considered by investors to be a measure of the overall performance of stock markets smaller-cap stocks. The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM) is an ETF that tracks the Russell 2000 Index. Over the last year, it has seen a drop

Can artificial intelligence pick good stocks? Investors have bought into companies that benefit from artificial intelligence, but what if you ask ChatGPT for good stock picks? It isn’t easy to get stock recommendations out of ChatGPT. If you ask the wrong questions, ChatGPT will simply say that it’s not a financial advisor and proceed to

Investing in the stock market is a journey of both patience and foresight. Dividend kings reign supreme in this realm, offering high-yield dividends and long-term investment opportunities. These stocks don’t just grow; they boast consistent dividend increases year after year. They represent financial stability and steady shareholder returns. In an era obsessed with quick wins,

Now is an opportune time for long-term investors to put money to work in high-quality companies. History has shown that bear markets and corrections can provide excellent buying opportunities that pay off handsomely down the road. Further, the latest GDP and unemployment figures remain robust. True, the Federal Reserve is keeping rates elevated for now

Looking at the S&P 500 price-to-earnings and price/earning-to-growth ratio, it can be said that the broad markets are not expensive. This does not come as a surprise with tight monetary policies impacting stock valuation. Amidst the macroeconomic and tight policy headwinds, there is a good opportunity to accumulate undervalued dividend stocks. Of course, there are

The energy markets are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the wake of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. The price of brent crude remains elevated, above $80/barrel, as the Israel-Hamas war and the Russo-Ukrainian war have led to oil market speculation on supply and demand. These geopolitical tensions are likely

We may be getting closer to the Jetsons-age with flying car stocks.   In fact, Alef Aeronautics’ CEO Jim Dukhovny says his company plans to start production of its flying car by the end of 2025.  Not only could it have a 200-mile on-road range, it could achieve a 110-mile flight distance, too. All in an effort to

The electric vehicle (EV) charging market is one of the fastest-growing segments in the transportation sector, and the increasing adoption of EVs, supportive government policies, and technological advancements are some of the key drivers for this market. Among the different types of EV chargers, such as slow, fast, and ultra-fast, the fast chargers are expected

Warren Buffett is the greatest living investor. He steered investors to roughly 3.7 million percent returns since becoming chairman of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B) in 1965. That’s a 20% compound annual growth rate or twice the returns of the S&P 500. Yet Buffett’s secret to success is his partner Charlie Munger. He joined Berkshire in

The year 2023 is drawing to a close and it looks like the conditions are forming for a Santa Claus rally, with the Fed holding interest rates steady, bond yields in retreat, and economic data showing that the economy is beginning to slow. After declining for three consecutive months and falling into a correction, the

Amid the intricacies in the investment realm, Ray Dalio stock picks continue to resonate with both budding and seasoned investors. Since he stepped down from active leadership at Bridgewater Associates, Dalio, with his wealth of experience and visionary outlook, has continued to guide its strategy from the boardroom. His recent warnings about an overbought U.S.

Halloween has come and gone for another year.  Candy by the bag load was collected, sorted by parents and eaten by children and adults alike. According to data from Entrepreneur, chocolate is the favorite sweet for Americans by a 2:1 margin.  However, candies such as gummies and marshmallows are gaining ground, while candy corn has

Bank stocks are down badly this year. Borrowing costs are sky-high, cutting into net interest income. Likewise, higher yields are pushing “old bond” values down and increasing internal credit risk. These and more factors mean we’re seeing bank collapses outpacing anything since 2008. The broad banking sector faces these repercussions. The SPDR S&P Bank ETF

Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) won’t double in stock price, but it has the potential for over 50% upside according to some predictions and around 25% upside based on consensus views. Despite its price tag being half its 2021 levels, a rebound is possible with an economic recovery for DIS stock. Additionally, Disney raised its theme park