Can you actually make money with environmental, social and governance (ESG) plays or so-called ethical stocks? Legacy interpretations imply that ethics and profits go together like water and oil. After all, motor racing leagues penalize corner-cutting antics; otherwise, everybody would attempt to secure an advantage. However, it may be a fallacy to assume that business

Stocks continue to rise and fall based on the earnings reports of the companies behind the securities. It makes for a dramatic time in the market with lots of overreactions occurring both good and bad. For many companies, their earnings report for the final quarter of last year is proving to be a redemption story.

Softened demand and economic hurdles have created a tricky period for EV charging stocks which stand at the brink of robust growth and opportunity. Clearly, the EV sector is recognized as the auto industry’s future. It relies significantly on robust supporting infrastructure, particularly charging stations and battery providers. While recent times have seen these companies

Amidst a robust U.S. economy, pinpointing top ‘stocks to buy’ becomes imperative for investors looking to leverage the current economic environment. February’s forecast hints at a treat for the market, with the Biden administration’s policies fueling historic job growth and a sturdy labor market. Despite the headwinds linked to economic cycles and creeping costs, the

Semiconductors provide functionality and life to the digital age. Everything from our smartphones, tablets, PCs and even cars are, in some way or another, powered by these tiny silicon-based devices. While providing functionality to a multiplicity of electronic devices in the modern era, semiconductors are also critical to supercharging technological revolutions, including breakthroughs in artificial

Tuesday’s U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report showed inflation rising faster than expected in January. The cost of housing increased by 0.6%, indicating underlying inflation pressures remain strong. Investors had been pricing the Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut interest rates in May, but that has been postponed to June following the release. The hawkish

Investors should keep their ears to the ground for alluring chip stocks. Positive indicators point to growth in the semiconductor industry in 2024. Initial CHIPS Act funding released in late 2023 stands ready to stimulate the industry, and there’s always the growth potential AI brings to the table that’s worth considering. In particular, investors continue

A few hours before writing this, I got an email letting me know packages had arrived at my door. It’s a recurring theme at our house and probably yours too. Increasingly, Americans are throwing in the towel on brick-and-mortar retail and ordering everything online. And as investors, that makes it worth considering what companies might

A Bloomberg article from early February about Vanguard stock picks caught my attention recently. The article stated that Vanguard has quietly been using machine learning for several of its actively managed mutual funds. In fact, it’s got $13 billion in assets under management in these funds. Scott Rodemer, head of factor-based strategies at Vanguard, said: “What

A report from the American Institute of Architects noted that the non-residential construction sector expanded by roughly 20% in 2023. That’s a very strong sign from a sector that continues to defy the odds as tighter credit has failed to dampen performance. It should also give investors a reason to consider construction stocks in early

Flying cars, also known as “air taxis” or “urban air mobility vehicles,” rely on advanced technology to take to the skies. They typically utilize electric propulsion systems, including electric motors and batteries, to power vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. Given the upside that this technology offers, many investors are looking for the hidden-gem flying car

Investing in the stock market can help individuals achieve their long-term financial goals sooner. While funds and blue-chip stocks can generate stable returns, some investors pursue growth stocks for greater potential. When growth stocks get rolling, they can comfortably outperform the market and generate value for shareholders. Many growth stocks have frothy valuations that can

Palantir (NYSE:PLTR) is enjoying a moment in the spotlight as five consecutive profitable quarters point to a strong and fruitful future ahead, especially compared to many other floundering artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. Underperformance is a major problem with AI investing today. Many companies are using buzzwords or throwing an OpenAI ChatGPT wrapper onto a poorly

Following a hot year of M&A with biotech stocks, we’ll see more of the same in 2024 as drug makers look to build their pipelines ahead of a massive patent cliff. Between now and 2028, pharmaceutical giants stand to lose billions in revenue as blockbuster drug patents expire. According to EY analysts, the top 20

Finding the next trillion-dollar companies isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. While tempting, avoid the urge to pick a handful of small-cap tech stocks or growth stocks that you think may be worth $1 trillion or more in the future. While tempting, and you may generate a substantial gain, finding the most

The hydrogen economy continues to emerge, making hydrogen stocks highly attractive to investors. Hydrogen is expected to work in tandem with renewable electricity to decarbonize hard-to-reach sectors. Hydrogen energy is an alternative to fossil fuels and has the potential to power the world in a cleaner manner. According to a McKinsey analysis, hydrogen could contribute to more than

The global semiconductor market will reach $613 billion in 2024, according to Statista. This makes it a great time for investors to consider the best semiconductor stocks to buy. A number of factors will drive growth, including the increasing demand for electronics, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and the expansion of Internet of Things