Instead of tech stocks, consider regional bank stocks for a contrarian trade. The big picture idea? Regional banks have suffered due to negative sentiment while tech has been the beneficiary of all the stock market optimism. This extreme dynamic will eventually correct, and regional bank stocks will return to their long-term average prices. The question
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) is still one of the top must-own tech stocks. However, so are many of the top Nvidia partner stocks. Granted, the tech giant ran from a low of about $41 a share to a recent high of $1,164.37. All thanks to the unstoppable demand for artificial intelligence and explosive demand for its graphics processing
The biotech sector, under the life sciences umbrella, exited 2023 with 41 bankruptcies. This was not surprising given the disparity between biotech’s high-capital requirements and rising interest rates set by the Fed. Despite these challenges, some of the best biotech stocks show promise and resilience in a volatile market environment. At the same time, smaller
While “economic mayhem” is far from being my base case scenario, I can envision a few events that could indeed play havoc with the U.S. economy. One problem that could trigger economic mayhem is the huge, unsustainable amount of debt that the U.S. government has accumulated. BlueBay asset manager Mark Dowling told the Economist that
Finding stocks that can 10X this year is certainly easier said than done. However, there are growth stocks in the market with the potential for such returns, if everything lines up perfectly. Of course, most people looking for such gains usually end up investing in cryptocurrencies or in loss-making and highly dilutive stocks in the
Among the thousands of names in “penny stock territory” (stocks trading for $5 per share or less), there may be a handful where the potential rewards outweigh high volatility and risk. However, against this small group of strong opportunities are scores and scores of penny stocks to avoid. Interestingly, many of the top names you
Contrary to the dramatic headlines about robots replacing human workers, a robotics & automation revolution is quietly reshaping multiple industries — changing their entire faces rather than just swapping one form of labor for another. But there’s a hitch for retail investors: many of the most innovative robotics & automation stocks remain private, limiting public
Investors are always looking at economic indicators. Presently, they are less than optimistic. Not only did the San Francisco Fed report a depletion of excess savings, but real disposable income growth slowed down to a trickle of 1%. This is a big deal given that 68% of the economy comes from personal consumption expenditures. Combined
As an investor, you may be looking for opportunities to capitalize on market growth by investing in cloud computing stocks. With numerous players in the market, it can be challenging to identify the best stocks to add to your portfolio. The three best cloud computing stocks to buy have demonstrated strong financial performance, and I
The global demand for chips has continued to increase in recent years, making the semiconductor industry one of the most attractive investment sectors in the stock market. While the semiconductor industry has enjoyed a significant boom, not all semiconductor stocks have kept pace with these developments. In this context, investors must reassess their portfolios, identifying
Undervalued REIT stocks are a solid addition to any investment portfolio. They provide exposure to the real estate industry, which can be very profitable without requiring much capital upfront to invest in properties. REITs also provide investors with outstanding dividend yields because to qualify as real estate investment trusts (REITs), companies must distribute at least 90%
As their names suggest, growth stocks offer investors the best hope of outperforming the market. While larger companies are in the market, companies experiencing high growth have products and services people want, which translates to growing revenue, earnings and/or cash flow. Of course — like everything in life — it’s not always positive. The potential
There is an argument that investors should avoid all stocks trading under $5. Therefore, theoretically, the list of penny stocks to sell is very long. According to Finviz.com, there are 1,511 stocks listed on the Nasdaq with a market capitalization of $300 million or higher. On the NYSE, there are approximately 1,958 stocks with a
Barry Sternlicht, chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, speaks at the Milken Conference 2024 Global Conference Sessions at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, on May 7, 2024. David Swanson | Reuters Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Capital Group chairman and CEO, defended his decision to cap how much money investors could pull from his
Over the past two years, you couldn’t go wrong investing in Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). The stock that is today synonymous with the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution returned nearly 800% for shareholders since OpenAI‘s generative AI chatbot ChatGPT was introduced. Just $1,000 invested in the chipmaker at the time would now be worth $7,866. But is Nvidia’s
The travel industry is booming, and Memorial Day weekend was proof that Americans are ready to pack their bags and fly away! Travel stocks are ready to rally, and companies have rebounded after the slow pandemic period. Now is the time to consider buying travel stocks. Travel agency AAA forecasted 43.8 million people traveling at least 50 miles
The artificial intelligence boom shows no signs of cooling, creating a big opportunity for some of the best AI stocks. Grand View Research says the global AI market could grow from about $137 billion in 2022 to more than $1.81 trillion by 2030. Better, artificial intelligence-related spending will make up about 8% to 10% of
Space stocks are some of the hottest bets on the market right now. Thanks to our rapidly advancing technology, space has transformed into a fully inhabitable and more commercialized place for both governments and corporations. And where there’s business, there’s profit. This new industry is attracting the attention of investors, who are eager to explore
Recent economic indicators, like the S&P Global (NYSE:SPGI) composite PMI, have surpassed expectations. This particular metric hit a 25-month high in May, signaling a resilient U.S. economy. Many experts have noted the acceleration and progress seen on this front, now foreseeing solid GDP growth for Q2. Notably, these improved forecasts come despite challenges like rising input prices and inflationary pressures. For those
Investors are drawn to small-cap companies due to their inherently risky profiles compared to larger companies. Smaller companies have a greater potential to boom or bust. If an investor chooses wisely and purchases shares in a company that experiences massive growth and share price appreciation over an extended period while it is a small-cap company,