When meme stocks start skyrocketing, it’s difficult to find a good entry point. Already, examples of a big rally in meme stocks happened in the recent past. In just over a month, Novavax (NASDAQ:NVAX) stock surged from sub-$5 levels to 52-week highs of $23.9. With a meme frenzy on the cards, it’s time to look
With demand for electric vehicles (EVs) decreasing, the original expectation and excitement around the lithium industry have somewhat lessened. Yet, that does not mean that the extraction of elemental lithium is an unworthy economic pursuit. Rather, both the price of lithium and the value of the companies extracting it have seen a price correction. This
On Wall Street, many artificial intelligence (AI) and automation stocks have been leading the charge in 2024. As these transformative technologies continue to reshape industries, long-term investors turn their attention to companies at the revolution’s forefront. According to a report by McKinsey, AI technologies could potentially deliver additional global economic output of $13 trillion by
With the federal government taking steps to reschedule cannabis to Schedule III, effectively creating a form of medical cannabis legalization, the future of cannabis stocks is under intense scrutiny. While cannabis stocks initially surged on the news, they quickly settled back to their previous levels. This response is due to the potential disruption a medical cannabis mandate might bring, creating uncertainty
High-flying growth stocks have helped lift major indices this quarter. The S&P 500 is on track for a 4% gain, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq is set to rise by around 7%. Analysts attribute the gains to strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI) creating triple-digit growth for firms in that sector. While consecutive record highs in
To achieve high returns from the subsequent changes in the market, sharp investors are closely monitoring which top stocks to buy before interest rate cuts as the Federal Reserve considers reducing interest rates. Companies with solid foundations stand to gain much from lower borrowing rates; therefore, finding the greatest investment possibilities in advance is critical.
Nanotech stocks are among the hottest plays in the market right now, thanks to analysts predicting astronomical growth for the market. For example, Fortune Business Insights forecasted the market would grow to $91.18 billion in 2024 and reach $332.73 billion by 2032. The CHIPS Act and other legislative moves by the U.S. are further bolstering
At this point, I don’t see any good reasons to buy or even hold GameStop (NYSE:GME) stock. Fundamentally, the company’s business is contracting and its business model is broken while its CEO, Ryan Cohen, does not seem to have a viable plan to turn the company around. Also importantly, the valuation of GameStop stock is
The AI industry has been a significant factor in propelling the technology sector to new heights. It has been a major draw for investors due to the improvement and creation of new and innovative technologies that could continue to offer considerable returns. Many different stocks related to generative AI have seen their share prices multiply
Right now, the stock market is up 15% year-to-date (YTD). In fact, it’s on track to have one of its best years of the past several decades. Though it doesn’t really feel like it. Sure, some AI hardware stocks are having a banner year. Super Micro Computer (SMCI), for example, is up nearly 200% YTD
After months of strong gains for leading momentum growth stocks, change might be in the air. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) shares have pulled back over the past week, and other leading semiconductor and AI stocks are also starting to slow down. It’s too early to declare that a trend change has occurred definitively. But investors should use
When looking for stocks with high yields, business development companies (BDCs) and mortgage real estate investment trusts (REITs) stand out as potential options. These sectors often have high dividend yields. However, high yields often come with risks. Investors need to assess their own risk tolerance. In this article, I will cover some Nasdaq stocks in
Which stocks should investors sell this summer? This question can be connected to a classic Wall Street phrase — “sell in May and go away” — which suggests that getting out of the market in May and returning in November is a good strategy for investors. Of course, buying and selling the market based on
It’s a tale of two markets in the restaurant space right now. Some fast-casual chains, such as Cava Group (NYSE:CAVA), are soaring to new all-time highs. At the same time, other restaurant operators are seeing their shares careen to new multi-year lows. Restaurants are a competitive field, and not all of the beaten-down chains will
Trends come and go, but one in fashion again is stock splits. Two years ago, there was a frenzy of splits in the tech space. Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and even Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) all split their stock. But then the phenomenon died down last year. Now, it seems to be rebounding —
Investing in growth stocks under $10 could prove incredibly lucrative over the long term. However, with mega-cap stocks dominating the market, it’s easy to overlook penny stocks that could become giants in the future. Remember, today’s stock market bellwethers began as humble, low-priced stocks. Taking a page from Warren Buffett’s early playbook, there’s a gold
A lot continues to happen with the automotive industry. New vehicle sales are bouncing back as inventory levels return to pre-pandemic levels. The resurgence of new vehicles is pushing prices and sales down for used vehicles. At the same time, consumers are moving away from electric vehicles in favor of cheaper gas-electric hybrid models. The
Every day Wall Street makes stock price predictions, issuing upgrades and downgrades of their prospects for the next year. Do analysts even know what they are talking about? They should. Although securities regulations have leveled the playing field to ensure all material information is released to the public at the same time and not just
In the stock market, knowing when and what stocks to sell is as critical as identifying when and what to buy. Once hopeful contenders in automobile manufacturing, passenger ground transportation and electrical components industries, these companies now face daunting financial hurdles that could spell trouble. Understanding why these stocks are ripe for divestment requires a
Although the stock market sits near its all-time high, not every sector participates in the bull market. Real estate is the worst-performing sector and the only one to show losses in 2024. It wasn’t any better over the past 12 months, either. Where the S&P 500 is up 24.5%, the real estate sector has gained