Retail stocks did particularly well during the COVID-19 pandemic as fiscal stimulus contributed to higher consumer savings rates. Increased spending artificially boosted demand as stay-at-home orders persisted.  Fast forward a few years later and the economic landscape looks much different. The economy is now recovering from a prolonged period of inflation and higher interest rates. This

Consumer goods stocks belong to companies that make products used by consumers in their everyday lives. This category includes items such as food and beverages, household cleaners and hygiene products, as well as some cosmetics, alcohol and tobacco items. Many consumer goods products are viewed as essential, or items that people are unable, or unwilling,

In 2023, Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) investors saw a doubling in its share price as it is among the best-performing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) stocks in the market. Wall Street analysts have provided ACHR stock with a favorable consensus “buy” rating — but not everyone is sold on this sector. After all, flying cars

There is a lot of good news to digest from the biotech sector. Not only does it offer lots of strong stocks in January, but it is also expected to grow rapidly. Analysts expect compound annual growth approaching 13% between the years 2023 and 2030. There’s a lot going on within the sector that will serve

While technology stocks continue to drive the market higher, they are not the only game in town. Investors needn’t invest only in semiconductor stocks to achieve big gains. Many blue-chip stocks are rallying right now following the release of their financial results for the fourth and final quarter of 2023. The names of a lot

In an era where digital connectivity is both a boon and a bane, the rising cyber threats have effectively turned the spotlight on cybersecurity stock picks 2024. While opening doors to new sectors, the digital revolution has escalated the frequency and severity of cybercrimes. A telling statistic reveals that ransomware attacks in the first nine

In the dynamic landscape of the stock market, identifying small-cap stocks with the potential to ascend to mega-cap status is akin to finding quasars in space. The article explores three promising contenders for 2024 and beyond. It delves into the strategic maneuvers and financial dynamics propelling these companies. These companies are demonstrating robust revenue growth

In financial markets, investors seek resilient stocks that promise stable dividends and the potential for long-term growth. This article delves into the strategic prowess of three high-dividend stocks, each representing a distinct sector. This analysis unveils key insights from the first one’s adept handling of coal market fluctuations to the second one’s robust fiber expansion

Nio (NASDAQ:NIO) has had a very bumpy road over the past five years. The company launched its IPO in 2018 at $6.28 and peaked out at $62.84 in 2021. That incredible move led to NIO stock reaching an enterprise value of $91.4 billion, which was about 16 times its 2021 sales at the time. Fast forward

Finding the best no-brainer growth stocks to buy with a high probability of success demands careful analysis and consideration. However, certain opportunities emerge as no-brainers, displaying the utmost potential for surefire success.  These companies are often market leaders, spearheading growth in their respective industries. Undoubtedly, artificial intelligence will continue to be a recurring talking point

Value investors follow Benjamin Graham’s investment philosophy and look for equities that offer a reasonable margin of safety. While this strategy can help value investors avoid high-growth stocks that crash, they also tend to miss out on stocks like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Some value investors accept this trade-off and look for less volatile assets. However, some value stocks

Investors who buy small-cap stocks usually want to hit “home runs.” In other words, they want to make huge amounts of money. One way to accomplish that goal is by choosing names that Wall Street is falling in love with, as seen in the huge, recent gains in stock prices. Equities undergoing such rallies are

Amazing what a little profit can do for your stock. SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock soared following its recent Q4 results, in which recorded its first GAAP profits. SoFi gained more than 500,000 new customers and added 695,000 new products. It now has over 11 million total products, which might seem a prodigious number, but what

Many investors and analysts agree that Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock is solid, but a stunning report from Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) might scare you away from the semiconductor sector altogether. There’s no need to worry, though. Our AMD stock analysis reveals that it’s still a worthy portfolio holding that fully deserves an “A” grade in 2024. AMD’s

The electric vehicle (EV) market may be heading toward a general slump, but that does not mean the companies providing the charging infrastructure for EV will not make great investments in January 2024. The electric vehicle charging market happens to be one of the fastest-growing segments in the transportation sector. Consumer preferences are tilting toward

If you hold shares of enterprise artificial intelligence company C3.ai (NYSE:AI) last year, you can congratulate yourself for raking in substantial returns. Now, in 2024, it’s time for a fresh AI stock analysis. After considering the risks and rewards, you’ll likely conclude that it’s not the right time to invest in C3.ai. Don’t get the wrong idea.

For investors unfamiliar with the space industry, it may be surprising that some of the biggest players are defense contractors. Despite the tradition of military exploration, increasing commercial access has changed the space race for the better.  Today, longtime government sweethearts compete with young and hungry corporations looking to revolutionize space travel. Since 2021, the