A trend that started back in the 2010s has created an ideal environment for cloud computing stocks now. Large firms have been moving data to the cloud in increased rates, as well as continuing to buy a multitude of tools from cloud-infrastructure providers and software makers. Among these products are middleware, servers, operating systems and
The future of the U.S. economy looks promising in 2024, with experts describing it as a Goldilocks moment. Anticipated faster growth, decreasing inflation and robust job creation signal a positive shift from recession fears in 2023. The National Association for Business Economics predicts a 2.2% rise in the gross domestic product, reflecting a more optimistic
In the dynamic world of the stock market, the true gems often lie beyond the limelight, where companies quietly shape industries and deliver consistent returns. This narrative showcases these three entities. The first one is on the cusp of innovation, operating in three critical sectors: engineering, specialty health care and information technology services. The second
The world of consumer discretionary stocks can be tricky. It is full of highly cyclical businesses that can take a sudden turn in either direction. Often when you least expect it. This is why it is of utmost importance to pick companies that expose you to both the cyclical nature of a discretionary name, and
While we are anticipating the electric vehicle market to pick up in the coming months, be aware that every company is not going to pick up with it. With inflation in control and Fed rate cuts to follow, we can see a higher consumer spending and this could lead to an improvement in the demand
Searching for multibagger gains among penny stocks can feel like sifting through buckets of glitter to find rare diamonds. The big question is — are you seeing glitter or real diamonds shine? That’s incredibly tough to judge in the penny space. Let’s be honest — no one can guarantee any stock’s future performance or tell
The metaverse has been a costly disaster so far. But don’t write the market or the top metaverse stocks off just yet. For one, despite a $46.5 billion loss on the metaverse, Meta Platforms’ (NASDAQ:META) CEO Mark Zuckerberg isn’t throwing in the towel. Earlier this year, he told The Verge, “I don’t know how to more unequivocally state
Dividend stocks are a staple of many people’s portfolios. The steady quarterly or monthly income is a great piece of an overall portfolio that can help people meet key financial challenges. But not all dividend stocks offer the same level of safety. Dividend cuts are a sad reality of the industry. And companies’ dividends enter
Analyzing growth stocks and using stock screeners can help you detect captivating opportunities before the rest of the market notices. These stocks are riskier, but investments that pan out can become multi-baggers. Not everyone wants to do the research associated with finding the biggest winners. Some investors want to get started with growth stocks with
Investing in dividend stocks is one method used to build a robust stock portfolio. It allows for added income for a particular security on top of its underlying stock performance, which makes it a very enticing option. Companies in various industries distribute dividends, but some industries supply investors with dividend stocks that offer a larger
In this article Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Chesnot | Getty Images Retail traders appear to be using a new tool during this huge rally for bitcoin — exchange-traded funds. The funds, which launched last month, have seen their trading volume surge this week as bitcoin continues to climb. For example, the iShares Bitcoin
In this photo illustration, the Webull Financial logo seen displayed on a smartphone screen. Rafael Henrique | SOPA Images | LightRocket | Getty Images Webull is planning to go public through merging with a special purpose acquisition company in a deal that values the digital investing platform at $7.3 billion. The New York-based online brokerage
Investors were chasing electric vehicle (EV) stocks at any price during the euphoric rally of 2021. That was followed by a sell-off in 2022 on the back of contractionary monetary policies. Last year, selected EV stories trended higher, while the industry laggards were punished. I believe 2024 will be a year, when some of the
In today’s fast-changing global markets, tech firms face unique challenges, requiring them to rethink risk management strategies. However, as these entities grapple with multiple headwinds and the talk of a potential artificial intelligence (AI) bubble, discerning investors are contemplating which stocks to sell. Nevertheless, the pivotal contribution of tech stocks in the S&P 500’s breaching
Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) rose as much as 31% in 2023, although this growth rate marked a slowdown compared to the robust 60% surge witnessed in 2022, according to Reuters, citing the data from Rho Motion. Hence, many investors still consider EV stocks as a compelling investment opportunity, especially
Crude oil futures have risen by nearly 10% since the turn of the year. This has resulted in a broad-based uptick in energy stock prices echoed by Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares’ (NYSEARCA:VDE) 2% year-to-date gain. This is not spelling great things for energy stocks. Although respectable, the sector’s year-to-date progress can be misinterpreted.
From the October 2022 trough to last Friday’s peak, the S&P 500 had about a 44% total return. That’s a remarkable 16-month run-up for the popular index. While many of the stocks that carried the index aloft were tech stocks, billionaire investors aren’t necessarily looking to the same names to bet on for the next
Identifying potent stocks can be a rewarding endeavor that may lead to massive returns in the universe of stocks. Amidst the bustling markets, three stocks under $10 emerge as having potential in the industrial and financial sectors. These are not just companies; they are businesses crafting the leading edge of their respective sectors. These entities
Steel demand is set to spike, and these top steel stocks are among those best positioned to capitalize on the opportunity—analysts at FitchRatings project steel demand to grow by as much as 30 million global tons. The same analysts expect improved margins across most major steelmaking countries (except China, in this case) and North American
Google the words “Cathie Wood stocks,” and you’ll get nearly 40,000 results. The head of Ark Investment Management is one of the most talked about portfolio managers on Wall Street. Wood’s been loading up on Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) stock after its nearly 30% decline in 2024. Over the past two weeks, three of the portfolio manager’s