Investors got a jolt back to reality about the volatile geopolitical landscape after the Hamas attacks on Israel. When the news broke, the best defense stocks rallied. However, despite those gains, most defense stocks are still underperforming the S&P 500 year-to-date. First, the Russian-Ukraine war has triggered an increase in defense spending worldwide. Notably, military
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As investors, we always strive to build a well-balanced portfolio that can provide stability through various economic cycles. While high-flying growth stocks generate all the hype these days (and deservedly so), defensive dividend stocks remain essential to provide a steady stream of income, as well as stability. That’s particularly true when markets become volatile. And
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In the volatile investment landscape, the notion of penny stocks can concern even the most seasoned investors. These stocks, recognized for their questionable reputation, pair high risks with the potential for significant returns. Investing in this area requires not only caution but also thorough research and careful assessment of each company. Moreover, penny stock companies
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Small-cap stocks are a good option for investors looking to gain exposure to typically newer companies offering niche products and services that may have the potential for massive share price appreciation. But, these companies are also risky because they are more susceptible to collapse from financial instability, mismanagement and an economic downturn. Investors need to
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Although a lucrative industry, the electric vehicle space is highly competitive. But industry crowding is typical, especially during the earlier stages of development. We’ll probably see some consolidation in the next few years, whereby some EV companies will separate themselves from the pack and others fall out of favor. Moreover, capital expenditure roadmaps could shift
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Plant-based food stocks once captured Wall Street’s imagination, symbolizing a shift towards sustainable eating habits. The sector was initially met with a wave of investor enthusiasm, marked by a series of high-profile initial public offerings. However, as the market faced headwinds last year, the initial hype around these stocks cooled. Nonetheless, recent trends suggest a
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Some stocks just can’t catch a break. Shares of many blue-chips are now languishing in the doldrums with no catalysts or momentum to carry them higher. This is largely due to poor management of the companies behind the stocks. Also, it can be due to negative investor sentiment, sector rotation, and economic forces. Whatever the
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