The e-commerce landscape is undergoing a major technological shift with the advancement of AI and same-day shipping. Identifying e-commerce stocks to outperform the market over the next decade requires careful consideration. As traditional retail models continue to be disrupted, the growth trajectory of the e-commerce market remains substantial. According to Grand View Research, the global
Some stocks enjoyed incredible runs during this year’s first quarter. Fueled by hype and speculation and the fear of missing out, a handful of stocks saw their share price more than double, even triple, between January and the end of March. The incredible gains made some investors very wealthy in a short period of time.
Despite high interest rates, U.S. auto sales rose nearly 5% last quarter versus the same period a year earlier. On the other hand, the average sales price for U.S. autos dropped 3.6% year-over-year in March as discounts climbed sharply, the Associated Press quoted research firm J.D. Power as saying. Still, with raw material costs decelerating
Though signs suggest the current state of the stock market is both overbought and overvalued, not all stocks move equally. With April acting as a gradual correction of the market, it may seem like a dicey time to buy. However, it’s important to remember that the market is defined by several indices, such as the
Over the past year, the semiconductor sector has seen a major breakout led by companies like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD). Semiconductors are used to power most technology on the market today including our smartphones, electric vehicles and giant data centers. One of the driving forces behind the surge in semiconductor and chip
Astute investors are aware that genuine diamonds frequently appear out of the shadows. Here are three such hidden gems, each offering unique chances with room to expand and maybe turn a profit. The first penny stock is notable for its outstanding emphasis on annual recurring revenue (ARR). March’s all-time high ARR aside, the company’s consistent
Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) is in the doldrums. After surging post-earnings in February, Palantir stock has been rangebound, trading just above and just below $25 per share during this time frame. Concerns about valuation and future growth are again top of mind. This has affected top AI stocks across the board, and PLTR is no exception.
With slowing demand due to elevated interest rates, the mining sectors have probably been some of the most hit. Despite lithium carbonate prices having risen more than 11% on a year-to-date perspective — likely due to a strengthening market in China — lithium carbonate prices have fallen more than 53% over the past twelve months. Other precious
Investors who added Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) positions in early 2024 likely face disappointment, with many hoping for a potential rebound. Formerly the world’s largest EV maker, there are clear catalysts with this company that support the incredibly high valuation of Tesla stock. That said, there are reasons why this stock remains depressed. Investors are increasingly viewing
Could Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) get kicked out of the elite “Magnificent Seven” club this year? Apple is no longer a market darling. We’ve assigned a “D” grade to Apple stock due to company problems. Apple is a reputable brand that has delivered shareholder value. AAPL stock has been underperforming in 2024 compared to other “Mag-7” stocks. Apple’s current
Augmented reality (AR), still in its early stages, is set to grow rapidly as recent innovations bring new products to market and ultimately reduce costs. Estimating the market value of augmented reality is challenging, yet conservative predictions suggest it could reach up to $58 billion by 2028, with $38 billion in sales expected this year
EV demand in the U.S. is being weighed down by high interest rates and consumers’ increased preference for hybrid vehicles. Still, the number of EV sales continues to climb year-over-year and, according to Barron’s, EVs’ share of the overall U.S. auto market even increased slightly in Q1 to 7%. Moreover, the recent increases in oil
Despite being a leader in the rollout of artificial intelligence products, Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock hasn’t set the world on fire lately. That might be about to change. Year to date, Microsoft stock is up 13%, which is a little better than the 11% gain achieved by the benchmark S&P 500 index. In the last 12
In this week’s episode, Trey Lockerbie sits down with NYT best-selling author and investor, Marin Katusa. Marin is a contrarian value investor who specializes in gold, uranium, rare earth, and most recently, carbon credits. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: 00:01:08 – How we should view the recent performance of gold and silver, as inflation starts
– LEAPS = Long Term Equities Anticipated Securities – Stock options that are longer than one year – Buying out option premium on a longer-term horizon – Bought a year or more in advance – Options that expire and many of them decay over time much slower than shorter-term options – LEAPS allow you to
China is a conundrum. With 900 million people, the country is the world’s biggest consumer market and United States companies love tapping into it. Whether it’s a new expansion opportunity or just a way to stave off slowing growth in more mature and saturated markets, companies eagerly do business there. Yet it’s problematic, too. Just
Opportunities frequently appear out of nowhere when underdog businesses triumph against the odds thanks to shrewd planning and forethought. The companies on this list all embody the spirit of the underdog, even though they operate in different industries. Their strategic growth plans make all three of these companies hidden gem stocks that will conquer the
There are three penny stocks for the upcoming bull run that you should know about. My thesis for the rest of the year is the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq will shake off fears of a correction and repeat last year’s stellar performance. Despite some geopolitical uncertainties, I feel the backdrop of a strong U.S.
The stock market has been surging over the past several months, which makes it tough to find undervalued stock picks. Investing in undervalued stocks is always a wise strategy, but when they boast strong fundamentals, they’re too good to pass up. That’s why targeting the most undervalued stocks with strong fundamentals to buy in April
The electric vehicle sector continues to face a litany of issues. Demand dynamics are not what they once were and EV stocks have cratered — along with lithium prices — as a result. One of the bigger issues is that electric vehicles also face a number of quality control issues. That may come as a