Stocks to sell

QuantumScape (NYSE:QS), an EV battery tech company, saw a surge in stock in November and early December. Despite a 25% year-to-date gain, this solid-state battery maker faces challenges. While prototype batteries exceed design targets, concerns persist. Adequate funds are secured for the next years, but profitability at scale remains unproven. QS stock is currently 70%

The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) is in a death spiral. This will have important implications for DIS stock holders. Bob Iger can’t fix it. Nelson Peltz can’t fix it. It’s inevitable. How can I say this? I am not a financial analyst, not a TV pundit. I am just a print journalist. But I have

In the forcible crypto world, overlooked currencies continue to gain value, creating complexity for investors. Amid recent gains, discerning and selling cryptos with little upside is vital. Despite widespread optimism in the cryptocurrency space, particularly for leading mega-cap cryptos, caution is advised. Not all cryptocurrencies are worthwhile; some meme tokens are best avoided due to

Green energy has gained much traction in the past few decades, and big oil is taking the hit. The historic United Nations Climate Change Conference, better known as COP28, had just penned a deal that commits to transitioning away from fossil fuels and focusing on renewable energy sources. More than half of the 200 attending

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has been the undisputed champion of electric vehicle stocks over the past decade. Indeed, without Tesla, perhaps this industry may not exist in its current fashion. Electrification and strong EV sales drive high valuation for auto maker, but its lead has been diminishing. BYD Co. (OTCMKTS:BYDDF) and other Chinese rivals have surpassed Tesla

The new year isn’t looking any better than last year for Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) stock. The electric vehicle maker is down over 7% in just the first three days of trading. It lost 38% of its value last year and was off over 60% from peak to trough. While that’s an inauspicious start for Lucid,

It was a tumultuous 2023 for the housing market, marked by rising mortgage rates and stagnating sales and inventory. So, investors are closely eyeing real estate investment trusts (REITs) to sell in anticipation of market shifts. As 2024 ushers in, signs of improvement are emerging. Mortgage rates are beginning to drop and a consequent modest

Growth stocks performed well in 2023. Many stocks rallied as investors felt the optimism and lower inflation readings made people anticipate interest rate reductions in 2024.  The rally picked up many stocks that had disappointing performances in 2022. However, markets with widespread appreciation can present many overvalued stocks that are at risk of losing ground. 

It’s safe to say that “meme mania” has long left the scene with AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC). Not only has AMC stock given back all of its gains from the “meme stock” era. Shares in this movie theater chain have cratered to new all-time lows. AMC shares are being affected by continued shareholder dilution. To stabilize

In the tech world, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has been a game changer, driving innovations and reshaping industries. The excitement around this technology has led to predictions of a massive AI industry, capturing the interest of investors. Yet, it’s important to approach AI stocks with caution and consider which AI stocks to sell.

With markets turning south to start 2024, now is not the time for investors to take risks. With stocks falling, investors need to avoid risky bets and play it safe until we get a clearer indication of where we’re headed in the year ahead. This means selling underperforming stocks that are likely to continue declining

Good news for Peloton Interactive (NASDAQ:PTON) fans. The struggling and unprofitable exercise bike and fitness class company, beloved by suburbanites looking to shed some pounds while overly excited trainers scream at them to pedal faster, appears to have gotten a lifeline from TikTok, the social media app favored by the teen children of all those

Sometimes, the “buy low, sell high” principle is better in theory than in practice. Just because PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock lost money for investors in 2023, doesn’t mean it will stage a huge comeback in 2024. So, let go of your assumptions and think about PayPal’s risks before placing any trades. Value investors shouldn’t jump to any conclusions based

If you’re looking for consumer stocks to avoid, look no further than the ProShares Online Retail ETF (NYSEARCA:ONLN). As its name implies, the ETF tracks the performance of the ProShares Online Retail Index, a collection of retailers that sell their products online or through other non-brick-and-mortar channels.   In 2023, the ETF generated a total return

Don’t overlook the importance of finding stocks to sell to clean up your investment mix. F-rated stocks are portfolio killers. They keep you from adding wealth, becoming richer and threaten your long-term goals to retire comfortably. And sadly, it doesn’t take many F-rated stocks to put a huge dent into your monthly and quarterly returns.

With its share price down 92% since its 2018 market debut, and now trading as a penny stock, there doesn’t appear to be much hope left for cannabis producer Tilray Brands (NASDAQ:TLRY) stock. Tilray is the largest cannabis producer in neighboring Canada and hopes ran high for the stock (pun intended). In October 2018, when

GameStop’s (NYSE:GME) popularity has waned, evident in its low average daily trading volume of 6.17 million, just 8.3% of the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust. With fundamentals askew and community-driven investing dwindling, GME stock faces challenges. Recent earnings reports depict a bleak picture, with a 14.1% year-over-year decline in the company’s collectibles segment and declines

The U.S. economy is navigating a delicate balance between achieving a significant cooldown of inflation and avoiding a recession. Policymakers have managed to guide the economy toward a “soft landing,” but challenges persist as they strive to further reduce inflation without triggering a downturn. While a positive outlook prevails among economists, potential pitfalls include the

In the tumultuous world of finance, it’s crucial to identify bank stocks to avoid. The March banking crisis, marked by the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and the struggles of smaller lenders, has significantly eroded investor confidence. This development is particularly concerning as the banking sector hasn’t reaped the expected benefits of rising interest rates, placing

As a new year begins, the state of play for investors in the electric vehicle (EV) sector is still bright in the long term. It’s the short-term you should be concerned about. That’s why it’s important to identify EV stocks to avoid or sell in January. You can believe EVs will be the future of