Stocks to buy

Editor’s note: “It Seems SoFi Stock Is About to Explode Higher” was previously published in March 2023. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. Crises create opportunities.  And this year, among other things, we’ve had a major banking crisis on our hands. In March, four major banks – Silicon Valley

Investors interested in the tech-heavy Nasdaq index should stick with the titans. It has become clear in 2023 that a few tech names that boomed in the pandemic have now taken the reins on the next great opportunity – artificial intelligence (AI). There’s no reason to believe that 2023 is anything but predictive of the

A truly diversified portfolio is unlikely without global exposure. There is no doubt on the point that emerging economies will continue to grow at a faster rate than the developed world in the coming decade. In general, this would hold true even for the corporate sector. Therefore, accumulating some global stocks with high return potential

Investors are right to wonder whether we are on the cusp of another commodities supercycle and how that pertains to mining stocks. We’ve seen massive inflation of late, at levels not reached in four decades. Gas prices spiked not long ago and currently remain high. Lithium prices rocketed as EV firms couldn’t get enough for

As we enter the final month of the first half of the year, investors’ focus is on the next six months and beyond. As a result, you might be on the hunt for the best growth stocks for the second half of 2023. The headline promises sizzling stocks to buy now, but what precisely is

The digital domain of the metaverse remains a massive opportunity for many sectors. With its massive potential applications, it’s no surprise that it’s drawn significant investment from major tech companies and corporations. Many consider it a massive market for long-term growth, resulting in investors to zero-in on top metaverse stocks to buy. The magnetic charm

When it comes to penny stocks to buy now, be aware of the risks. While some of these little guys can rocket, some will be duds, which can wipe out your account. As noted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), “Penny stocks may trade infrequently – which means that it may be difficult to sell

Tech stocks have been the big winners this year, with the Nasdaq index up 25% since January. However, while some tech stocks have more than doubled their share price year to date, the current rally has not lifted all boats. Several tech-oriented stocks listed on the Nasdaq have actually fallen lower in recent months, presenting

In a globally synchronized world, there are big opportunities across sectors. This has intensified competition as companies look to grab a share of the pie. It eventually boils down to the survival of the fittest. In the context of corporations, the innovation factor determines the “fittest.” Therefore, this column focuses on innovative growth stocks for future profits.

There are plenty of reasons for investors to take a position in defense stocks. U.S. defense contractors tend to be safe and reliable investments. Most major defense contractors benefit from lucrative government contracts, innovative technologies, strong intellectual property rights, robust sales and growing profits. In addition, there are a number of attractive defensive stocks with

In the ever-evolving world of finance, game-changing stocks and cryptos can revolutionize how we think about investments. These innovative, disruptive, and market-changing assets garner significant attention as they challenge traditional paradigms and redefine the finance landscape. With their transformative potential, they offer investors exciting opportunities for growth and profitability. The innovation lies at the heart

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) shares may rocket higher, but a growing number of commentators and investors are growing concerned about META stock. Namely, that after its incredible run since the start of the year, the social media giant’s super rally is at risk of reverse course. The market overreacted to moderately positive news, and set the

Most investors have heard the advice “buy what you know.” In fact, some in the industry have been recommending this investing style for years. I call it “everyday investing.”  When selecting the best stocks to buy, it’s fair to say familiarity with the companies you own is a wise strategy. But you can’t just pick

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock impressed with its recent earnings report. It surged  approximately 25% stock following its earnings release. Given Nvidia’s size, any sort of increase of this magnitude has to be tied to a complete shift in how investors an analysts think about such a stock. This appears to be the case, with investors clearly

Some companies clearly have what it takes to remain leaders in their sectors. Many will never face meaningful competitive threats. They have very strong brands and are well-positioned to grow, making them some of the best long-term buy and hold stocks. Additionally, these companies provide products or services that are indispensable. Even better, most are

Although investors can bag profits by following the masses, it’s also possible to accrue substantive rewards by walking the path least traveled with top stocks for smart investors. That’s not to say that you should be contrarian for contrarianism’s sake. Rather, some ideas might not get as much attention as others despite their relevance. To

While market advocates will wince at accusations that investing is nothing more than legalized gambling, for these stocks with massive upside potential, I for one will have to concede that only speculators should read ahead. Though these enterprises may have yield lifechanging returns, they can quickly leave you in the poor house. At the same

Amid concerns about inflation and the Federal Reserve’s aggressive rate tightening, market conditions are anticipated to remain difficult in 2023. The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine further contributes to the uncertain market outlook. Thus, finding stocks to buy in this environment can seem like a very difficult task. However, there are some high potential stocks

For many investors, high-yield dividend stocks aren’t the place to be as these companies tend to carry higher risk. This is either because the market is concerned about dividend cuts or it simply doesn’t like the outlook. In any case, stocks yielding more than the market average aren’t typically places many growth-oriented long-term investors want

Looking for the best growth stocks to buy will take much more scrutiny in the current market environment. I wrote a column on Dec. 31, 2022 about 25 tech stocks to “buy before they take off in 2023.” Almost all of them have rallied and are up substantially since they changed hands for peanuts back then.