It’s no secret that Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock took a beating last year. Yet, this isn’t a problem; it’s only an opportunity to buy shares at a favorable price point. There are multiple reasons to expect Amazon to impress investors in 2023, though three particular catalysts stand out. The days of Amazon being just an e-commerce business
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Every business that uses digital technology is trying to figure out how they can use artificial intelligence to deliver better products, a more enjoyable customer experience, greater productivity and many other improvements. So it’s no wonder that investors are seeking artificial intelligence stocks for $100-plus. Why $100-plus? Of the 73 tech stocks in the S&P
A basic investing rule is to buy when there is fear and sell on greed. It might sound simple, but it’s not uncommon to see investors panic selling and buying during euphoria. Another golden investing rule is to avoid stocks that are hogging the limelight. In general, these stocks are fairly valued or overvalued. Investors
The fintech sphere had been on a rollicking run prior to the stock market in 2022. For instance, the Global X Fintech ETF grew 29% in value from 2020 to 2021. The opposite transpired in the following year, in line with the broader market sell-off. However, the fintech sector took a much harder beating, as
Dividend-paying growth stocks did not get much attention in the last few months. You can blame the general macroeconomic environment for this. Rising inflation and a hawkish Fed is not the recipe for success. However, the situation also allows the savvy investor to pick up dividend-paying growth stocks at a discount. And why not? One
Electric vehicle stocks have proven incredibly lucrative, generating multi-fold returns for investors. Over the past decade, the shift towards clean energy and sustainable practices led to surging demand for electric vehicles. Though the sector corrected sharply during the stock market rout last year, there’s no denying the long-term potential of electric vehicle stocks in the sphere.
Even with all the warnings of cyberattacks, we’re still not prepared, which is a big reason to load up on these top cybersecurity stocks to buy. An attack recently forced produce giant Dole to shut down production plants in North America and halt food shipments to grocery stores, according to CNN. The United States Marshals
Investors should consider finding which are the best bank stocks to buy amid this instability. Banking and insurance segments are fast-tracking digital transformation efforts to meet the rising demand for more efficient, personalized financial services. Customers have become more demanding of a data-driven approach toward finance. Therefore, banks across the globe are scampering towards improving
Investors should brace up for another challenging year for equities. Turbulence in the banking system, inflation and a potential recession are the major headwinds. I would not completely shy away from growth or penny stocks. However, through 2023, it makes sense to remain overweight on high-yield dividend stocks. In general, the high-yield dividend stocks have
Finding the best dividend-paying tech stocks is a great idea for investors. Tech was one of the best-performing sectors in recent years – before the 2022 downturn.While tech is still recovering, the market correction only means that tech has plenty of room to rebound to its former highs, and then some. What could be better
Investors looking for exposure to the ‘future of energy’ (i.e. carbon-free renewable energy) have scores of names to choose from in the public markets, but one that continues to stand out is Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:ENPH). Granted, “Mr. Market” hasn’t exactly been excited about ENPH stock lately. In fact, with shares dropping by double-digits since January,
While time in the market generally beats out timing the market, it’s understandable that some investors may want to hold off on looking for stocks to buy. After all, equities continue to digest the sudden failure of a handful of financial institutions. The realization that archaic bank runs can happen in modern American society sent
With the world taking huge strides in the transition to electric vehicles, there has been a spike in demand for EVs, as well as the batteries that power them and the materials needed to build those batteries. Prior to the latest bear market, this demand led to a spike in the value of EV-related stocks,
Battery stocks are a logical investment for those seeking to capitalize on growing EV demand. Auto manufacturers are making it clear – the future for this sector is all-electric. That means retooling processes and supply chains to produce electric vehicles that resemble their fossil fuel forefathers in brand alone. Additionally, this means gravitating toward an entirely
Auto AI stocks are a great investment opportunity for investors. With technological advancement comes a profound change for the automotive sector. This is mainly due to the rise of artificial intelligence, or AI. The growth potential of AI-powered automobiles is significant. And companies at the forefront of this technology are well-positioned to experience substantial growth in the
For many cryptocurrency holders and traders, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is a go-to source to buy Bitcoin (BTC-USD) and other digital assets. Now is a great time to consider COIN stock, as Coinbase is committed to secure financial transactions during these uncertain times. Wall Street is in an uproar over the collapse and possible rescue of SVB Financial (NASDAQ:SIVB) and its
Equities have been going through a phase of uncertainty with a looming recession and aggressive contractionary monetary policies. The failure of Silicon Valley Bank has further dented equity market sentiments. Of course, opportunities will continue to exist among growth stocks as valuations look attractive. However, holding blue-chip stocks in the portfolio is important for capital preservation and regular cash
In Southeast Asia and China, e-commerce is poised to grow meaningfully going forward, and e-commerce should continue to expand in those regions for the foreseeable future. In a December 2022 report, McKinsey, a very well-respected consulting firm, wrote that e-commerce in most parts of Southeast Asia had reached a positive turning point. Specifically, consumers’ use of e-commerce
Have you considered adding a medical products stock to your holdings? There are risks to consider, but the rewards could be considerable for patient investors of Exact Sciences (NASDAQ:EXAS) stock. In the long term, Exact Sciences could improve its financials and deliver value to the shareholders, while also potentially helping to save the lives of cancer
The best defense stocks may have a banner year ahead. Last year, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began. That war continues this year, validating the world’s increased investments in military, defense, and aerospace equipment. Last Dec. 2022, Japan hiked its annual defense budget by 25%. It will buy more weapons including Tomahawks. Germany hiked its defense