The tech sector is filled with stocks that outperformed the stock market. This sector also has a large presence in the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite. Big tech has inspired many investors to pursue smaller tech companies in hopes of realizing outsized returns. But not all companies are winners, and there are some tech
While it is self-apparent that Fed’s rate cuts lead to cheaper cost of capital, it matters why the rate cuts were implemented in the first place. If the underlying reasoning stems from a weakened economy, aimed at stimulating it, history suggests a market downturn is likely after rate cuts. Such downturns can significantly impact the
If nothing else, analyst ratings and price targets can provide an indication of sentiment towards a stock. However, just because analysts are bullish or bearish on a particular security doesn’t mean that it is going to rise or fall. On the contrary, some of the best stocks to buy often run counter to the consensus
SaaS stocks to buy remain timeless picks for savvy investors. As the business world pivots from on-premise solutions to cloud-based services, the allure of SaaS stocks is undeniable. However, while the SaaS sector continues to grow at a heartening pace, it’s also fiercely competitive. Many have tried and failed to solidify their positioning in the
Penny stocks sometimes get a bad rep due to their inherent risk. They are cheap but are considered highly volatile and have a low chance of providing substantial profit. However, there are some penny stocks that, while still containing risk, are much more likely to see real success in the future, potentially leading to significant
The best oil and gas stocks to buy are those that can adapt. Recently, U.S. crude oil storage increased in the first week of June as production and importation numbers increased amid decreased exports according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Roughly 3.7 million barrels of crude oil were added to America’s commercial reserves, while
Investing in stocks to buy that already surged over 100% in 2024 presents a complex challenge. On one hand, there’s a natural reluctance to go against strong market momentum—a strategy that has often backfired for those attempting to predict a downturn, as seen with high-flyers like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) in the past and even former (or
Anthropic is one of the biggest behind-the-scenes names in artificial intelligence. It would also be one of the best stocks to buy were the company public. It’s also unlikely to undertake an initial public offering (IPO) anytime soon. For now, investors seeking exposure to Anthropic must invest in public companies that own stakes in Anthropic.
The stock market hits new highs almost every week. Tech stocks are leading the way, with valuation multiples going to ever-higher levels. This week, we got news that inflation continues to moderate, which paves the way for potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in the near future. Not surprisingly, momentum traders bid up growth stocks
In this article ZE594-CN BYDDY BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Warren Buffett speaks during the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 4, 2024. CNBC Berkshire Hathaway, an early investor in BYD thanks to the late Charlie Munger, continued to trim its massive stake in China’s biggest electric vehicle maker.
Alternative investments have seen plenty of interest in recent years, and unsurprisingly gold remains one of the top choices for investors. Gold is one of the world’s oldest commodities and has kept retained its value over time. This commodity has held a robust valuation due to its fundamental scarcity. Moreover, it is also future-proof. Many
EV stocks have been among the worst-performing options for investors over the past few years. High interest rates have caused EV sales volumes to plummet. However, while many have banked on cyclical tailwinds inflecting after rate cuts, there are potentially even worse headwinds coming into play going forward. For example, hybrids are starting to become
Inflation is an inevitable market factor. However, investors can protect themselves by steering clear of stocks likely to be hit by inflation for whatever reason. We are already halfway through the year, so we have more than enough time to conclude which stocks to buy and which stocks to sell. These three stocks are among
Since 2000, the stock market has had three major crashes. The first was the 2000 dot-com bubble, the second was the 2008 housing market crash and the third was the pandemic-induced crash in 2020. It’s safe to say that anyone born in the last 30 years is no stranger to market crashes and the impact
U.S. equities are reaching new highs after May’s consumer price index (CPI) report indicated significant cooling in pricing pressures across the broad. The headline inflation figure came in flat, while the “core” reading, which excludes price volatility from food and energy, increased only 0.2% month-over-month. The year-over-year increase in prices landed at 3.3%, which represented
Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) COO Jeff Clarke recently said that graphics processing units are artificial intelligence’s brain, while networking is its heart and data storage allows it to breathe. In other words, the proliferation of AI, enabled by Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) GPUs, is leading to tremendous demand for data storage software. “I’d argue storage is the lungs
It’s true that, with the interest rate on 10-year Treasury bonds still trading around 4.2%, stock dividends aren’t nearly as important or valuable as they once were. After all, a risk-free yield of 4.2% makes even 5% dividend yields look unimpressive. And it is possible to buy low-risk corporate bonds that yield 6%-plus. Still, high-quality
This year’s stock market rally has been better than many anticipated, and certain stocks have been booming. However, this alone is not why I think you should consider buying up some breakout stocks. There are quality businesses on the market that have solid growth runways and are seeing their tailwinds get stronger. Stocks with quality
Small-cap stocks continue to shine as potent growth opportunities for those willing to stomach the risk. The current market dynamics bode well for stocks with market capitalizations between $300 million and $2 billion. While small-cap stocks are often perceived as high-risk investments, they’re often companies that are dominating their relevant niches. That said, I’ve curated
DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG) is a thriving business, but that comes with a cost as some state-level legislators want a piece of that delicious fiscal pie. No worries, though, as DraftKings can still continue to succeed as a business enterprise and DraftKings stock has mega-rally potential. DraftKings’ shareholders got slammed not long ago, and there’s a specific