In reality, many tech companies don’t have deep pockets. And in a higher interest rate situation, this becomes even more important. Although it seems the Fed will be forced to cut rates, latest FOMC minutes make future rate cuts less likely. To make sure the inflation doesn’t take off again, the Federal Reserve remains in
There’s been a lot of bad news from iconic blue-chip companies lately. Poor financial results, lowered guidance and executive departures have dominated the news cycle and sent the share prices of many well-known companies sharply lower. As always, the market does not like bad news or surprises. The negative news has also called into question
The U.S. is considering a ban on TikTok, and has given Bytedance, parent of the popular China-based app. time to either sell it to U.S.-based companies or risk being banned in the U.S. in the coming months. While TikTok is taking a legal approach to fighting that decision, I believe foreign policy issues will likely
Presenting seven companies operating in various industries, including energy, tourism, technology, and financial services. With their solid financial records, advantageous market positioning, and positive economic climate, these companies are poised to deliver substantial gains. The first company, for instance, has experienced robust top-line growth in the travel industry. The second, a standout in the energy
Investing in the best-discounted dividend aristocrats is an excellent strategy despite economic headwinds. History has shown that wagering on dividend stocks can prove incredibly rewarding regardless of economic cycles. Moreover, if those investments are in dividend aristocrats, you’re in for an even more lucrative journey ahead. Dividend Aristocrats are an elite group of companies that
Don’t look now, but “old-school” PC stocks are on fire. Yes, I’m talking about those PC stocks — the old-school computer makers like Dell (DELL) and HP Inc (HPQ). Once upon a time, PC stocks were the hottest trade on Wall Street. That was back in the 1990s during the Dot-Com Boom, when everyone was
Many investors know about the Magnificent Seven stocks. If you haven’t heard of that phrase before, you will still recognize the stocks within that cohort. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) are three of the Magnificent Seven stocks, ranked by current market cap. Most ETFs have large positions in these stocks, especially the ones
The economy looks robust, so investing in a schedule is a wise choice. Job growth is strong, wages are increasing, and the stock market is buoyant. With healthy household finances, consumers are confident, and spending on major household appliances is set to rise. Economists and business leaders are optimistic, expecting the economy to maintain its
Hidden gem stocks are a great way to invest in a market spooked by persistently nagging inflation and a cautious Federal Reserve unwilling to pull the trigger on rate cuts this year; the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 570 points on May 29, making it the worst month of 2024 for it. The Fed’s last
The price of energy, particularly in the consumer marketplace, can be a major driver of inflation. After all, the type of energy a region or country depends upon has the potential to greatly impact the cost of its goods and services. For example, in oil-rich states in the U.S. and globally, the price of crude
China’s MicroCloud Hologram (NASDAQ:HOLO) is generating very low revenue, and its sales have declined sharply in recent quarters. What’s more, demand for its technology is unlikely to surge anytime soon. The firm has provided very little information about its customers and the outlook of its business. Given these points, I urge investors to sell HOLO
Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) stock has experienced a significant rally in recent months, outperforming the broader financial sector. This upward momentum can be attributed to several factors, including their latest first-quarter earnings release. A rebound in deal flow in the IPO market has Wall Street extremely optimistic on the broader economy. Additionally, its strong earnings growth
There are some retail brands that will always be in high demand. Walmart (NYSE:WMT), for example, will consistently remain a top competitor as long as it continues to be one of the most affordable places for consumers to buy the things they truly need. But there are plenty of retail stocks to sell right now
Growth stocks can be millionaire-makers and the same ideas can be destroyers of wealth. The difference between wealth creation and erosion is the timing of exposure. During the pandemic and the subsequent rally for growth stocks, Sea Limited (NYSE:SE) stock traded at highs that was close to $400. It was among the overpriced growth stocks
Hypergrowth stocks have tremendous allure. Investing in just one company like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) or Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) in its early days can lead to life-changing returns. But for every Nvidia, there are countless other companies that appeared to have tremendous prospects but were unable to turn that potential into reality. That’s been particularly true in recent
Growth stocks can be an effective and lucrative way to play a volatile market. Since the start of 2024, the S&P500 and Nasdaq Composite indices have risen 11.2% and 11.5%, respectively. Driving these steadfast gains are relatively good earnings reports for a broad list of U.S. companies as well as optimism around the proliferation of
Blue-chip stocks are among the most stable and safest investments available today. However, among blue-chip giants, a select few companies excel in promoting their financial growth and pay consistent, hefty dividends to investors. Growth and dividend investors couldn’t be happier owning shares of these three stocks. These three dividend stocks represent the best picks for
On-shoring trends are gaining significant momentum as the government looks to companies to build more resilient supply chains closer to home. With this in mind, I think it is a good time to invest in industrial stocks before this trend accelerates more. The government is throwing substantial stimulus into on-shoring programs via a range of
The U.S. equities rally, while facing some headwinds this week, appears largely intact. The S&P500 has risen 10.4% since the start of the year, slightly trailing the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite, which has, in turn, gained 12.5% during the same period. The big question mark surrounding future U.S. equities performance is the global economic outlook. Inflation
Is this the beginning of the end? After a tremendous run higher over the last year and a half, the Nasdaq exchange is pulling back from recent highs. Inflation and interest rate jitters are gripping the market again. The Federal Reserve published its Beige Book report, which reviews economic conditions in the 12 different bank