Wildfires are raging in Western Canada right now. This is a huge reminder that weather has become much more unpredictable due to climate change. El Niño got going around June. Experts say we tend to witness the warming a year later. Cue the wildfires. “Basing it on the El Niño at the beginning of the
The S&P 500 is the most recognizable index in the stock market. Many investors use this index as a benchmark to determine if their portfolios are outperforming the stock market. The S&P 500 consists of profitable large-cap companies. While investing in an S&P 500 ETF can simplify your portfolio, these ETFs have a major downside.
It’s certainly a very good time to be in the AI business. After all, the technology has been getting huge amounts of positive publicity since December 2022, and it’s being viewed as a powerful, helpful tool for humans. As a result, many AI stocks, such as Palantir (NYSE:PLTR), SoundhoundAI (NASDAQ:SOUN) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), have skyrocketed.
Market turbulence happens. Lately, it’s becoming clear that investors need to be focusing on recession-resistant stocks. Companies that provide stable cash flows and pay out dividends, or reinvest their capital into their core high-growth businesses, are likely to outperform. If macro headwinds pick up, it’s better to be safe than sorry. And while growth has
This year could prove to be a turning point for the Initial Public Offering (IPO) markets, which have struggled over the past two years. Amid high interest rates and geopolitical tensions, there’s a growing sense of optimism, making it an opportune time to scout for IPO stocks to buy. The renewed enthusiasm suggests the potential
Blue-chip forever stocks should always form the core of your portfolio. People have their tastes, and some like investing in penny stocks, dividend stocks, growth stocks or ETFs. On the other hand, many people these days stick to cryptos only. However, I think having some evergreen stocks form the core of your portfolio is the
The generative AI revolution is far from over, but that doesn’t mean AI stocks, especially those that have enjoyed impressive gains in recent months, are immune to a substantial pullback. The bears and skeptics may have been calling for such a correction for quite some time. And though a growth-to-value rotation is always possible, I’m
Finding equities with the potential for steady, long-term development is crucial. These seven prospects span a variety of industries and offer solid arguments for long-term investment. Additionally, these businesses range from consumer staple giants to aerospace titans and healthcare juggernauts. They provide a fundamental combination of operational efficiency, strategic vision, and market supremacy. The first
Being dynamic in stock market investing is crucial, especially given the recent vibrancy of online platforms. Platforms such as Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:HOOD), among others, wield significant influence over stock market trends. With more than 11.9 million on its platform, it has the power to create unique opportunities and risks for its growing user base. Hence,
Penny stocks to buy can be rewarding if you can spot the right ones. Unfortunately, most have a history of burning investors. That’s because many are never the “bargain” they appear to be. And oftentimes, the shares are cheap for a good reason. Unfortunately, what you’ll find most times with penny stocks is an unproven
Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) is a perfect example of why you should not short a stock. As famed economist John Maynard Keynes once noted, “The market can stay irrational longer than you can stay solvent.” Lucid should be doing even worse than it is. Yet here we are watching Lucid stock soar because someone posted a
Meme stocks are certainly picking up steam. For investors in Trump Media (NASDAQ:DJT) stock that should be a good thing. Unfortunately, it hasn’t participated in this meme stock rally like GameStop (NYSE:GME) and AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) have. That’s partly due to the company’s core catalysts, and its unique investor base. As I’ve pointed out in
Widely known for its coverage of popular growth stocks like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), much like the old E.F. Hutton slogan, when Wedbush Securities talks, people listen. As such, many in the market may take caution with the stocks with lowered price targets that the sell-side firm covers. But much like how unthinkingly following sell-side ratings may
The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation have led to a surge in interest in robotics stocks. However, investors should be cautious about investing in this sector in 2024. Many robotics companies are facing significant challenges that could negatively impact their performance and lead to a strong bear case for selling these stocks.
Citigroup (NYSE:C) is a financial giant you can bank on, so to speak, but the company will face challenges in 2024. The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate policy will undoubtedly have a major impact on Citigroup’s top and bottom lines. Yet, there’s data to support a small, cautious position in Citigroup stock this year. It seems like
The Atlantic hurricane season hits the east and southern coast of the United States hard. Many homes and businesses see damage that could take years to repair. The damage is devastating but the recovery efforts create an opportunity for companies that provide supplies, tools and insurance. That means that when hurricane season starts in June,
Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) is a multinational technology company with a concentration in e-commerce, online advertising, and cloud computing. Amazon stock has become a reliable purchase. The company showcases its dominance in e-commerce. Amazon’s growth catalysts include investment in AWS and expansion into AI. Despite the risks, Amazon stock is a buy. Amazon stock’s calculated equity
The meme stock season seems to be back. Novavax (NASDAQ:NVAX) has surged over 200% in the last month, with big gains coming in a few trading days. GameStop (NYSE:GME) stock has also skyrocketed more than 290% in the last month. These are just two examples and speak volumes about the ferocity of the rally. Of
There’s a “good news, bad news” situation in May for China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO). Despite a strong monthly vehicle-delivery report, the bad news may outweigh the good news. Given the uncertain future growth prospects, we rate Nio stock as a “D.” This doesn’t mean Nio is doomed or anything like that. We’re only trying to warn
Here’s an energy company that’s old and new at the same time. I’m referring to General Electric (NYSE:GE) spinoff company GE Vernova (NYSE:GEV), which may catch the interest of investor looking for highflying stocks. However, caution is advised as GE Vernova stock moved too far, too fast. Headquartered in Massachusetts, GE Vernova is focused on