In March, I discussed three reasons why most investors should never buy bank stocks. Banks’ balance sheets and income statements need to be simpler for most do-it-yourself investors to understand. However, if you must invest in the banking industry, narrowing your focus to dividend aristocrat bank stocks makes sense. Dividend aristocrats are S&P 500 companies
Restaurant stocks have endured some pretty mixed performance through the first quarter 2024. Eating out, even at a local fast-food chain, is getting expensive amid scorching food price inflation and rampant price hikes. With some cheap eats-seeking consumers subtly protesting higher prices by opting to eat at home (grocery prices aren’t cheap these days), it’s
If you’re wondering which communication stocks short sellers are targeting, look no further. The communications sector is a tough place to make money these days. Technological upheaval, shifting consumer tastes, and a difficult financing environment have made the industry volatile and a favorite of short sellers who capitalize when a stock declines. Well-known stocks of
Investors looking at stocks with the highest short interest in April tend to target two possible plays: ride the short-selling wave in hopes the stock is further suppressed or hang onto the hope of a short squeeze sending shares soaring. While short squeezes happen, they’re uncommon and rarely gather the momentum to hit absurd highs
For bold investors, there are few opportunities as exciting as chasing 10x returns in the stock market. Make no mistake about it, the stock market offers up multiple opportunities to turn $1 into $10 quickly. Investors should dedicate a relatively small amount of their portfolio toward chasing such gains. Even then, aggressive stocks to 10X returns
Being the king of AI chip stocks, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) is surely a piping hot stock every long-term growth investor is itching to own. Surging nearly 250% in 2023, Nvidia stock is up more than 85% year-to-date, and showing not signs of slowing down anytime soon. Of course, most of this drastic valuation increase has to
Even if you’re bullish on the generative AI growth trend, I can understand if you’re still hesitant to buy Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI). Super Micro Computer stock has been one of the top AI winners, but many also believe that SMCI is more vulnerable than other names in this category. While valuation concerns can be
If you invested Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) at the beginning of 2024, you’re probably pretty disappointed right now. Maybe you’re hoping for a spectacular recovery, though. That’s your decision to make, but after weighing the evidence, we’re still maintaining a “D” grade for Tesla stock with a large dose of caution. We’ve already warned you that Tesla CEO Elon Musk
SoundHound AI stock (NASDAQ:SOUN) has a rapidly growing business, promising technology, an impressive list of customers, and an investment from Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Moreover, SOUN’s partnership with Nvidia could eventually generate a great deal of revenue for the smaller firm, tremendously lifting Soundhound AI stock in the process. On the other hand, however, SoundHound’s valuation remains
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) is in the crosshairs. The consumer electronics company is under attack for antitrust violations. The Justice Dept. and 16 states are going after Apple stock for allegedly maintaining an illegal monopoly in the smartphone market. You know the thing that makes users value Apple’s ecosystem so highly? That all Apple products work seamlessly
The economic outlook remains uncertain, and monetary policy plays a big role in shaping this outlook for investors. We have no idea when the Federal Reserve will cut rates (or if they will), given how stubborn inflation has been. Certain stocks have been unduly impacted by previous rate hikes and others are surging ahead of
Generative AI was the biggest story of 2023 which caused AI stocks to boom. However, generative AI isn’t the only area of AI to be considered for investors. AI voice stocks are emerging as another growth area from which substantial returns could emerge. That begs a question: what is the difference between generative AI and
Palantir Technologies stock (NYSE:PLTR) started out serving the defense and intelligence sectors by providing comprehensive data analytics products. Back then, Peter Thiel was at the helm of the firm. Nowadays, Palantir has broadened its horizons to servicing customers in healthcare, energy, and finance industries with both on-premises and cloud software solutions. At the end of 2023,
Back when interest rates were low and speculative fervor ran high, video-game retailer GameStop (NYSE:GME) was a darling among meme-stock traders. Those days are gone, however, and the hope of a full recovery for GameStop stock is fading fast. Frankly, it’s “game over” for GameStop’s investors in 2024. GameStop is a relic from the era of physical console
The “meme hangover” continues with AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC). Not only has AMC Entertainment stock coughed back all of its 2021 gains. Shares in the movie theater chain trade at a fraction of their pre-meme prices. While the collapse of the “meme stock” investing trend played an initial role in AMC’s steep price decline, the larger
From the depths of despair, the most epic rallies can emerge. Or at least, that’s the going theory for Plug Power’s (NASDAQ:PLUG) brave, steadfast investors in 2024. There are no guarantees whatsoever, but Plug Power stock could stage a comeback in the coming months, as the company has already been through the wringer and is still standing.
This article provides an overview of the book, Flashboys, which is an account of how the stock market is rigged by the rise of high frequency trading. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – What is High Frequency Trading? – How does High Frequency Trading work? – How will High Frequency Trading affect me as an
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When it comes to picking stocks, all of us want to ensure capital gains and steady returns. While the market cannot be timed, it is possible to pick stocks that have the potential to keep thriving, no matter the circumstances. Some companies have established themselves so well in the industry that no pandemic, war, or
The United States economy is showing robust signs of growth, with the latest data indicating faster expansion than previously estimated. Strong consumer spending and increased business investment are key drivers, leading to higher profits and a more stable economic landscape. Despite concerns about recession and inflation, the economy continues to outpace global peers, demonstrating resilience