As 2023 comes to an end, many investors are breathing a little easier about their portfolios. As you start to do your year-end rebalancing you may be looking for stocks to buy for 2024. But first let’s look at the state of play.  The strong November rally did more than push the major indexes off

As 2024 looms on the horizon, the cannabis sector stands at the cusp of an exciting era. This likely surge is fueled by a blend of political backing and a shift in public opinion. A major recent development for the industry is the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ recommendation to reclassify marijuana as

Certain renewable energy stocks have shown resilience in the face of cost increases in 2023. Between solar and wind energies, the former outshined the latter by large in January-August 2023 as it saw substantial growth. Utility-scale solar increased by 36% and small-scale by 20%, adding 9GW of solar capacity. In comparison, wind-generated a mere 2.8GW,

Recently, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) celebrated Copilot’s one-year milestone, showcasing AI’s increasing integration into daily life. With upcoming improvements, including OpenAI model integration and DALL-E 3 for image creation, Copilot becomes a more potent tool.  Additionally, the financial strength of MSFT stock, evidenced by a 13% revenue increase to $56.5 billion, positions it as a stable AI

With Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) poised to become a big winner in the AI Revolution, GOOG stock looks quite attractive at its current relatively low valuation. AI will make the company’s core search and ads businesses significantly more lucrative, and the technology should also meaningfully boost other existing offerings provided by Alphabet. Among the products in

Flying car stocks are gaining attention for their growth potential. Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) stands out among the pack, aiming for commercialization by 2025. Certification progress suggests the potential for a significant stock surge, with global expansion plans already in motion. ACHR stock has partnerships in the UAE and India for eVTOL aircraft launches in 2026.

You really don’t need much explanation regarding the allure of undervalued stocks. Just like seeing a buy-one-get-one (BOGO) free sale at your favorite retailer, we’re instinctively attracted to bargains. Especially during this period of stubbornly elevated prices, paying less than retail has its benefits. In many ways, the same principle applies to undervalued stocks. To

As horror film fans know, there’s safety in numbers but robust profitability may be more closer to the domain of uncommon stocks to buy for growth. Don’t get me wrong – if you find yourself facing the market equivalent of a hockey-mask-wearing villain, you should probably consider the tried-and-true strength-in-numbers narrative. However, if you want

It’s easy to understand why investors remain curious about AI penny stocks in December and beyond. Leading companies in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry have multiplied in value in 2023.   The AI market was worth roughly $515 billion in 2023. By 2030, it is expected to more than quadruple in value, reaching $2.025 trillion. That

Although investors have some evidence of a possible economic recovery, they should still consider defensive stock picks. We just don’t know what will happen next. Moreover, certain data points contradict the optimistic narrative, thus warranting a reexamination of stable investment choices. To be sure, the latest jobs report offers much encouragement for everyday households. With

The quest for the passive income from a stable investment avenues beckons toward dividend stocks. Enter a realm where industry giants don their strategic armor, ready to navigate the tides of market dynamics and consumer demands. The stage is set for an enthralling exploration of seven passive income juggernauts. Each is an emblem of innovation

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock is having a good year despite analyst reservations. Shares are up 47% in 2023 and are within just a few percentage points of the all-time high it hit in July. The tech giant is also a member of the so-called Magnificent 7 group of stocks that drove the S&P 500‘s performance for

The past few years have seen significant investment in the energy sector. While the industry is still in the growth phase, now is the best time to take your pick and enjoy an early mover advantage with energy stocks. This is a decade defined by climate consciousness, and countries across the world are taking the

Gene editing stocks have received a lot of attention throughout 2023. The intense focus on gene editing therapies and CRISPR technology is likely only to increase moving forward: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just approved the world’s first medicine employing CRISPR technology.  The technology allows scientists to splice and edit the DNA in

In November 2023, the U.S. economy added 199,000 jobs, exceeding Wall Street predictions. Notably, overall employment now stands 2 million jobs higher than projected in January 2020 by the Congressional Budget Office. Additionally, the unemployment rate, anticipated to be 4.2 percent by the end of 2023, is currently at a near half-century low of 3.7

Wall Street loves a good comeback story. It’s why analysts often put elevated price targets on severely beaten-down stocks. All on the belief the stock may be ripe for a rebound after being unfairly sold off. Still, you can’t help but wonder what some analysts are thinking with the lofty price targets they assign to