Investment managers tend to flock to a select group of outperforming stocks that drive consistent returns. The stocks top money managers can’t live without generally hail from sectors like technology, healthcare and consumer staples. However, tech reigns supreme, hosting stocks that permeate most portfolios. In particular, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) represent core
The market has a risk-on sentiment that is shifting investor sentiment to growth stocks. This includes low-priced small-cap equities that trade at a low price. Stocks that trade for less than $10 can be volatile. In fact, the phrase “gradually, then suddenly” can be an apt description of the way these stocks move. The waiting
Most investors are familiar with diversification, such as separating investment capital into different industries in the pursuit of a well-balanced portfolio. This practice is important for a long-term trader, but what may get overlooked is that investing in stocks within varying market caps can also allow investors to gain exposure to smaller companies that may
The Federal Reserve has signaled that it could implement up to three rate cuts this year, and the first one may come sooner than you think – possibly before the election in an attempt to give the economy a boost. In fact, if the government decides it needs to cut rates aggressively, we could even
Amidst turbulent economic conditions, investors are actively searching for steady prospects for expansion and recovery. Here, seven companies, though they are in different industries, have one thing in common: they are resilient and strategically minded. The first is a pharmaceutical behemoth that systematically grows its market share through novel products. Meanwhile, the second’s recent dividend
Have U.S. equities valuations become too rich? Given Tuesday’s market performance, the answer is probably “yes.” On Tuesday, the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.95%, while the S&P 500 fell 0.72%. U.S.-listed stocks in general haven’t had a good start to the quarter, but the current elevated nature of trading valuations could be a key reason why.
The technology sector is more dynamic than ever. Companies not investing enough in research and development will likely go into oblivion. I am not only talking about technology companies but entities across sectors that fail to adopt new innovations. In the recent past, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has grabbed headlines. As the market for AI swells, its
The lithium market faces challenges as electric vehicle (EV) demands wane and investors depart from related companies. However, the global economy is no stranger to change. A key component of EV batteries, Lithium may experience a sudden wave of innovation as more countries adopt greener technologies. Admittedly, I don’t know when the lithium market will experience
Currently, crude oil is trading for over $85 a barrel. That’s a 7% gain since March 1 and a 22% gain in 2024. Those gains are mirrored in the Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSEARCA:XLE), which has been up 16% since mid-February. And many industry analysts forecast it won’t be long before we see $100
Dividends offer income and increase your total return on stocks. And, this income will grow with the best dividend growth stocks to buy in April. When choosing, consider two critical factors. First, candidates must be in stable industries that guarantee earnings growth in any economic environment. While some cyclical companies might pay high yields currently,
Gold continues to push higher, silver is starting to play catch-up, and more investors are beginning to pay attention to gold mining stocks. If you prefer to avoid ETFs, it may be worth considering Agnico Eagle Mines (NYSE:AEM) as a core stock in your portfolio. Agnico is a major player in the global gold mining
Today, massive short-squeeze opportunities aren’t as common as they once were. The advent of rapid, high-frequency trading and automated management systems lets short sellers closely track a stock’s movement and jump into action before the conditions for a short squeeze fully materialize. Still, certain heavily shorted stocks present the potential for quick gains as short
The future of the U.S. economy looks promising, with recent data suggesting ongoing growth and stability. The stock market, particularly the Nasdaq Composite Index, continues to show impressive gains over the past several months. This underscores confidence in the market’s trajectory. Historical trends indicate that after periods of sustained growth like this, the Nasdaq has
While most investors should concentrate the bulk of their funds toward large-capitalization, high-probability enterprises, there’s some room for micro-cap stocks. These securities undergird public companies that feature a market value of less than $300 million. One of the biggest elements that attract speculators to micro-cap stocks is their high beta or volatility. Basically, because these
In navigating the tumultuous electric vehicle (EV) market, consider EV stocks to sell in April. 2023 was a challenging year for the EV sector, plagued by waning demand, reduced government incentives and a complicated macro-environment. Though the potential for long-term growth remains for a few, the gloomy short-term outlook suggests a strategic portfolio adjustment might
Even with a relatively small allocation, meme stocks can be game-changers for portfolio returns. Multibagger returns within a few quarters are not uncommon in the world of meme stocks. This column focuses on meme stocks to buy in April for returns in the range of 50% to 100% before the end of 2024. There were
The technology industry has outpaced nearly another market sector within the last year and has added a tremendous amount of growth to the S&P 500. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund is considered a benchmark for the tech industry, which has grown by 37% within the last year. The ever-advancing field of generative AI and other innovative
Government contracts and regulations highly influence space stocks. Yet high-growth initiatives continue to emerge. New 3D printing and materials technologies are increasingly making space stocks more viable. Also, investors should be comfortable with a higher risk due to heavy capital needed for initial lift off. In fact, the space-related market is heading for steady growth
If you’re after a list of information technology (IT) stocks short sellers are targeting, then one should study this article carefully. IT stocks have been facing some headwinds recently, with valuations that appeared stretched even as the broader markets have been volatile. This combination of lofty valuations and market turbulence has made holding many IT
The electric vehicle industry has had a difficult year. Valuations have tumbled as investors have begun to ask more questions about long-term pricing and competition within the industry. In particular, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has shown the challenges in the industry right now; the longtime electric vehicle leader is having to cut prices and has seen profits slump amid