As of this writing, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) shares are nearing the $500 per share mark. With this, META stock has experienced a more than fivefold surge from its 2022 lows. It outperforms similar Magnificent 7 stocks during this time: Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), and Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG,NASDAQ:GOOGL), the parent company of Google and YouTube. Having said this, many
A lot of dividend stocks have announced increases to start the year as their earnings for the final months of 2023 came in better than had been anticipated. French automaker Renault (OTCMKTS:RNLSY) just raised its dividend payment by an astounding 640%. Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) has hiked its dividend for the 62nd year in a row, securing
Investing in dividend kings is about keeping things simple. A distinguishing feature of these companies is a rock-solid balance sheet that allows them to demonstrate unwavering commitment to building shareholder value. In fact, to become a dividend king a company must increase their dividend for at least 50 consecutive years. You won’t find these
Sometimes, investing can be daunting, especially for new investors. They have many options to lose money, but they can make a fortune with sharp selections. Amidst the ongoing volatility, certain dividend stocks are similar to the pillars of stability and growth. Delve into three dividend stocks, each offering unique value propositions and opportunities to cement
Stocks valued at less than $10 per share can be risky investments because of their low prices. But these low-cost, A-rated stocks can also be a smart move for a savvy investor. Stocks with a low price but a good grade in the Portfolio Grader have the potential for high returns. Because these stocks have
Last May, I told you that Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) might be the only Chinese auto stock you need to own. This should have big implications for LI stock holders. Maybe I undersold it. Maybe Li is the only auto stock you should own, period. Li, which mainly makes hybrid family cars for the Chinese market,
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) might seem like it’s playing second fiddle to chip maker Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). However, it’s a mistake to overlook AMD stock in 2024, and we’re assigning it an “A” grade. We recommended staying long with NVDA stock prior to Nvidia’s fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 earnings report. Hopefully, you listened and profited handsomely from
I must admit, I’ve become obsessed with MicroCloud Hologram (NASDAQ:HOLO) stock lately and I’ve been writing down its movements. For example, the stock fell 75.27% on Tuesday, Feb. 20, to $16.41. It also declined 39.96% on Friday, Feb. 23, to $6.61. Frankly, this isn’t the type of stock that any sensible investor needs to get
The latest tech stock bubble has yet to end, but now may be the time to take heed of warnings about a possible upcoming bursting of said bubble, in order to make a fast exit from the top “tech tumble to sell” stocks. Recently, concerns about a 2024 tech bubble have been rising. In particular,
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m an Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) fan. My wife and I own at least 10 Apple products, with more to come, I’m sure. However, regarding AAPL stock, I’m afraid the company’s car debacle is a sign it might be too scared to fail. This reluctance is not the hallmark of
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) continues to deliver stellar financial results as it remains the runaway market leader in providing the chips that are used to produce artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, its valuation, based on analysts’ average forward estimates for the company, is not too demanding. As a result, I expect NVDA stock to climb significantly in the months
The AI stock rally has continued at a torrid pace. Many companies in this sector have cruised to new all-time highs almost daily in recent months. As an investor, it’s natural to feel some skepticism and ask how much longer this momentum can last. We’ve seen bubbles inflate and pop across various sectors over the
Growth stocks enjoyed a resurgent 2023 that has carried into 2024. The recovery has been more pronounced for some growth stocks than others. Industrial tailwinds, financial growth, and valuations have all played a role in growth stocks that have outperformed the market. Despite strong rallies, some growth stocks are poised to extend their gains. Rising
Everyone loves a sale. That’s as true in a supermarket as it is in the stock market. Consumers and investors are always on the lookout for goods, services, and equities that are fundamentally undervalued. This led us to create our list of overlooked value stocks. It’s also essentially the definition of a value stock: One
The U.S. economy’s positive future is closely tied with semiconductor’s growing significance. These tiny chips power everything from cars to healthcare, and are set to drive economic and social growth. With the semiconductor market expected to reach $1 trillion by 2030, countries are attempting to gain control over the global supply chain. This shift fosters
The rapid growth of high-flying tech stocks fueled by advances in artificial intelligence (AI) has led to an ongoing debate: Do the recent gains constitute a temporary bubble or a new sustainable trend? Critics of the current valuations point to similarities with the unsustainable overexuberance of the high-flying tech stock of the late 1990s dot-com
More of the world’s nations are going into rising conflict. This is why stocks in the defense sector are catching more of the market’s attention, and where Wall Street goes, money tends to follow. Tensions between the United States and China, and even the Red Sea today, serve as a potential for new government contracts.
Having reliable stocks in your portfolio will reduce your stress and can help you generate stable returns. Combine stability with dividend payments, and your cash flow can go up every year. Investors seeking long-term wealth can benefit from adding dividend growth stocks to their portfolios. These companies have lower yields than average but grow their
With rising jitters tied to broader monetary policy and its impact on the equities sector, stocks to buy for a market downturn has spiked in interest. Nevertheless, it pays to plan ahead with ideas that might ride out the red ink. Please don’t misunderstand what I’m saying. When a shock downcycle occurs, it tends to
Real estate investment trusts or REITs can offer investors sitting on the fence a viable approach to the market. Simply put, the structure of these businesses requires them to distribute the majority of their taxable income to shareholders. These dividends can provide support during periods of ambiguity, such as right now. Another factor that helps