The recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic created a boom for many penny stocks as traders sought to capitalize on huge gains from unexpected disruptions and surge in demand. However, as the economy has stabilized post-pandemic, penny stocks have come back down to earth along with the broader market. While larger, more established companies have recovered
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Right now, retail is undergoing a major shakeup. Consumer shopping habits have changed, perhaps permanently. As a result, quite a few retail stocks have been punished too much, seeing their stock prices plummet over the past few months. That might strike fear into some investors, but all I see right now is opportunity. While there
Lithium mining stocks have gained significant traction in the past few years. The many use cases of lithium have resulted in exponential growth estimates for the industry (19.57% per year until 2028). Although the lithium industry has consolidated, most lithium mining stocks remain in their early stages of trading, meaning mispricing is a frequent occurrence.
The American stock market has struggled in September 2023, a historically volatile month. The combination of higher interest rates and oil prices has taken the wind out of the market’s momentum. However, many equities are mispriced as investors fret about the future and focus on tech and growth companies. This fact presents investors with some
Despite their controversial nature, meme stocks offer great potential for investors willing to gamble. The rise of meme stocks in the past has been a mix of ideology against hedge funds to more commonly, simply retail traders riding a wave of hype and FOMO, or the fear of missing out. The companies in this list
In line with my previous predictions calling for an e-commerce rebound in the second half of this year, it appears that the e-commerce sector is recovering. In a note to investors in July, investment advisor Bernstein wrote, “with (foreign exchange) headwinds abating and a more durable online consumer, count us in that camp of anticipating further eCommerce recovery.” The firm
In the new century, economic uncertainty often looms. Finding investment opportunities that can weather the storm is a quest every investor undertakes. The article lists the “Recession-Proof Royals”, three titans of their respective industries who have not only stood the test of time but have thrived during economic downturns. These can be considered recession proof
There is no better way to create wealth than investing in stocks. Not gold, not bonds, not real estate. Over short periods of time, different asset classes might excel, but the long-term results prove that if you want to accumulate large amounts of wealth, stocks are the way to go. There are also great dividend
Alphabet’s (NASDAQ:GOOG,GOOGL) flagship Google search engine just turned 25 this week. However, among GOOG stock investors, there isn’t much celebration going on about reaching this milestone. Rather, worries about issues more pertinent to the future performance of this tech giant’s shares are top of mind right now, and for good reason. The company’s antitrust trial
Looking for the best blue-chip stocks to buy might seem boring, especially compared to stocks that make big moves. In fortifying your investment portfolio, dipping your toes into the volatile waters of penny and small-cap stocks can be incredibly tempting. However, a seasoned investor would know the unmistakable value of anchoring a portfolio with top-tier
Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) has to deal with fierce competition, including from Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). One big-bank analyst has an optimistic outlook for Rivian, so perhaps the skeptics ought to give RIVN stock a chance. I’ve previously discussed how Rivian Automotive is outpacing rival EV startups in 2023. On the other hand, Citigroup analysts recently
As long as the world needs semiconductors, graphics processing units and other hardware components, Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock will thrive. The company should be able to generate strong revenue and provide value to the shareholders. AMD stock deserves a solid “B” grade even if a notable insider recently reduced her share position. Earlier this
The imminent possibility of a U.S. government shutdown has raised concerns among economists. Yet, our economy has consistently demonstrated resilience in the face of similar challenges. This is attributed to our adaptable business landscape, as well as a history of successfully overcoming political disputes. Furthermore, amid these uncertainties, the stock market is poised for growth.
In the burgeoning intelligence economy, data stands as the linchpin of innovation. By 2025, six billion consumers are expected to tap into data every 18 seconds, bolstered by IoT devices producing a staggering 79 zettabytes (ZB). Looking back at 2020, the International Data Corporation highlighted a massive 59ZB of data creation and capture, and with
Amid a still-stubbornly high backdrop of inflation, the narrative for utilities stocks to buy stands as a cynical bright spot. Basically, everyone must pay their bills associated with core services. Otherwise, no pay, no play. Fundamentally, utilities stocks benefit from a natural monopoly. Legally speaking, an enterprise could potentially compete with a utility powerhouse. However,
With the major equity indices printing some lackluster performances recently, the concept of contrarian stocks to buy might hit a bit differently now. Basically, with so many ideas printing red ink – and with analysts bashing that seemingly at every turn – a sudden reversal could yield tremendous profits. At the same time, you’ve got
The top Dow stocks serve as a bellwether for the health of the U.S. economy. This year, the Dow has trailed the other two major U.S. indices with a 1% gain. Meanwhile, the tech-heavy NASDAQ gained 25% year to date, as the S&P 500 index shot up about 11%. While the rally has not yet favored
As we near the end of 2023, it’s worth noting that this year has been more favorable for stocks than the previous one. However, several hyper-growth stocks have recently experienced a slowdown. Investors are navigating various uncertainties, including the possibility of a recession, elevated interest rates, and an upcoming presidential election. For those looking for
Renewable energy is the future. Solar capacity across the world will grow by 600 gigawatts by 2024 and renewable energy resources will make up for 30% of the world’s electricity today by 2030, as per data from earth.org. This also means that the demand and adoption of renewable energy will be increasing over the coming
Use weakness in lithium stocks as an opportunity. While many top lithium stocks took a dive in recent weeks, it’s a temporary setback. After all, with lithium demand expected to explode about eight times over by 2040, finding new lithium deposits has become a top priority. Further, supply still can’t keep up with demand as