When the topic of tech stocks comes up, chances are, you’re not really thinking about any underlying dividends. Instead, the top innovators generally tend to be capital-gains-oriented investments. Usually, that’s by design. Companies like Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) need to constantly reinvest their earnings into the business for future advancements or expansions. Still,

One of the best reasons to invest in dividend stocks is how well they hold up when the stock market falls. Whether it’s a correction, a bear market, a recession, a depression or a full-on market crash, dividend-paying stocks outperform non-payers by a wide margin. The asset managers at Hartford Funds looked at the performance

For those income investors looking to reduce their tax burdens, here are some tax-efficient picks for 2024. If you weren’t aware, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are generally exempt from corporate income taxes, and their high dividends can be classified as ordinary income, capital gains, or return of capital, each with different tax implications.  Master

Software-as-a-service companies are known for their explosive revenue growth. Given the ongoing migration from on-premise to the cloud, these revenue trends are sustainable. Below are some of the best SaaS stocks to buy and hold. According to Orlando Bravo, one of the most successful technology investors, software is the best business in the world. The

Quantum computing stocks emerged as a booming growth sector at the back-end of last year. Over the past six months, the Defiance Quantum ETF (NYSEARCA:QTUM), focused on quantum computing, rose by 8%, outperforming the S&P 500’s 7% return, highlighting the sector’s robust market performance. This sector, harnessing decades of research, leverages quantum mechanics to eclipse

While making investments, identifying solid opportunities can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. While daunting, with enough time and patience it is possible. This article aims to point you towards three stocks that stand out as potential goldmines. They are all currently priced under $10 and the stocks are forecast to quadruple

The industrial sector is starting to pick up steam in 2024, making it a great time to consider the best industrial stocks to buy. Often considered a cornerstone for the U.S. economy, it is no surprise that investors continue to explore this abundant sector.  From infrastructure, machinery, waste management and transportation, the industrial sector stands

Famous investors such as Warren Buffett and Peter Lynch agree that you only need to hit homeruns with one or two stocks to make a lot of money. A single stock can make an investor’s career and lead them to riches. These are often referred to as compounders, stocks that consistently beat the market over

Flying car stocks could be the next big moneymaker for investors. We already know the flying car market could be worth about $215.5 billion by 2025, according to Allied Market Research. By 2035, it could be worth well over $3.8 billion. And by 2040, we could be looking at a massive $1.5 trillion market, even $2.9

Tech stocks have rocketed to all-time highs in January. And the strong earnings report we just saw from Netflix (NFLX) suggests they’ll soar to even higher highs in February.  In part, that’s because the recent rally in tech stocks has been fueled by the realization that corporate earnings should be really strong this year.  Plus,

In the stock market, certain gems often lurk in the shadows, awaiting discovery by savvy investors. As the market enters 2024, three under-the-radar stocks to buy are poised to break free from obscurity and soar to new heights. These companies, spanning the energy, technology and precious metals sectors, are not merely sleeping giants but strategic

The stock market might be sitting at an all-time high, with the Dow recently closing above 38,000 for the very first time, but the gains continue to be lopsided. About 70% of the stocks in the benchmark S&P 500 continue to trail the index’s performance. A handful of mega-cap tech companies remain the drivers of

Recent data suggests a positive shift in the future of the U.S. economy, with Americans expressing increased confidence in economic conditions. Expectations include a descent in inflation and anticipated moderation in interest rates. The recovering consumer sentiment could benefit President Biden’s chances for re-election, offering optimism amid a strong job market, moderate gas prices and

REITs could be excellent buys this year. If analyst forecasts are to be believed, then interest rates could be reduced soon, with some economists predicting it could happen as early as June this year.  Falling interest rates are great news for REITs. Not only does it reduce the interest payments for the debts of these

Aging stocks (or longevity stocks) are drawing attention from investors for obvious reasons. The Baby Boomer generation is now almost fully retired, and Gen X is right on its heels. It is a profitable trend that’s not going away anytime soon. There are many ways to invest in an aging population. An obvious choice is

One of the fun things about writing about stocks for a living is the library of content you can draw upon for inspiration. Back in June 2020, we were deep in the pandemic, so I wrote a piece about cash-rich stocks to buy for peace of mind.  Fast forward nearly four years. Its cash remains

2024 is shaping up to be a strong year for Wall Street. The economy continues to improve and it may very well be that we entirely avoid a recession. The Federal Reserve is projecting multiple rate cuts which is the most prominent factor serving as evidence for bullishness. Thus, the search for stocks that could