When an investor’s interest in a company starts to soar due to positive news, an acquisition, an earnings beat, and a number of other events, it usually causes a drastic increase in the underlying stock price. A situation many investors find themselves in is wanting to buy into a company that is on a great
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, speaks during an interview on CNBC on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Feb. 27, 2023. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Cathie Wood is about to notch her best month ever as her holdings of innovative technology stocks roared back from steep losses in the midst of
Dividend payments are on the rise. The U.S. stock market saw an increase in dividend payouts during this year’s third quarter, according to an analysis by S&P Dow Jones Indices. The Q3 increase in dividend payments comes after a decline seen in this year’s second quarter. The average dividend yield among companies listed on the
Tech stocks have been on a tear in 2023, as the Nasdaq Composite Index has surged more than 36% year-to-date, outperforming the broader market. While stocks endured a steep sell-off between August and October, these days, the tech sector has started to benefit from favorable macroeconomic news, which has indicated the Federal Reserve’s fight against
Despite the big rally this November, there are still plenty of stocks that are undervalued, with many securities looking downright cheap at current levels. While the upturn in equities is starting to broaden out beyond technology, there are still many areas of the market that have yet to be lifted by the rising tide. This
With both the Chinese gambling hub of Macau and Las Vegas casinos doing very well, this is an excellent time to buy the top gambling stocks. In Macau, gross gaming revenue (GGR) soared 400% last month versus the same period in 2022 to $2.42 billion. That marked the region’s highest monthly GGR since the pre-pandemic
Semiconductor stocks still have a lot of gas left in the tank. The valuations of these companies are buoyed by an estimated chip shortage, as well as the Western world’s diversification from the main foundries located in Taiwan, such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE:TSM). The good news is semiconductor stocks to buy have lower valuations
In the labyrinth of economic dynamics, the United States finds itself in an era of immaculate disinflation. With inflation at a modest 3.2%, below expectations, and a resilient job market, the country navigates a delicate dance between growth and recession. While the Federal Reserve’s initial rate hikes raised concerns, recent data hints at a soft
The stock market is trending higher again, which means sooner or later it will fall. But shrewd investors look forward to such drops because that opens doors to buy. It was just last month that the S&P 500 had dipped into correction territory, falling 10% from recent highs. Now the index is moving up once
Short squeezes, which are characterized by sudden and substantial surges in asset prices, have become prominent and debated phenomena on Wall Street in recent years. A short squeeze occurs when a high number of traders who shorted a given instrument are compelled to close their positions, ultimately pushing the asset’s price higher. One should look
In a volatile stock market, navigating investment avenues that promise reliable returns remains a key priority for investors. The article delves into the world of income-centric investments. Each stock exemplifies a robust history of uninterrupted dividend growth, catering to income-oriented investors’ quest for stability and steady returns. From the first one’s resilient sales growth to
Voice recognition tech has existed for decades, but it’s finally getting its moment in the sun. As we increasingly move towards mobile optimization, users want tools that help on the go without having to stare down at a screen. Conversely, enterprises and unique users need complex, AI-enabled voice recognition to streamline internal and external workflows
After a strong first half of 2023, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) faced challenges with price cuts, reduced margins, and disappointing delivery growth, leading to a decline in stock value. This move has come amid what many contend will likely be a weak demand period for high-priced EVs, suggesting margin compression may be on the horizon. Indeed, CEO Elon Musk
Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) has shown strong performance this year, given investor interest in AI stocks. The company’s earnings reports provided plenty of optimism and fueled this rally. However, with the company’s government revenue slightly below expectations at $308 million, while commercial revenue rises 23% to $251 million, there’s room for discussion concerning how good these numbers were. Of course,
The Electric Vehicle industry is nothing like it was in 2022. This year has been difficult and many EV makers are glad that it is coming to an end. With high-interest rates, rising inflation, and low consumer spending, the demand for EVs has dropped. Several EV makers had to trim their production targets and restrict
Look around a little and you can find stocks that have gained a lot this year. The Magnificent Seven tech stocks are getting all the media attention, but they are not the only securities that have posted impressive gains. The narrative that the current stock market rally is concentrated in only a handful of mega-cap
While no one methodology offers guarantees in the equities market, targeting stocks with insider buying could be a compelling and profitable approach. Basically, the thesis surrounds the nature of such transactions. Frankly, insiders sell securities for a variety of reasons, including mundane ones like tax considerations. However, there’s only one reason to buy a security:
This year has been a little dry when it comes to Warren Buffett stocks. Like most investors, the Oracle of Omaha himself has been quite selective and cautious in picking stocks lately, and he doesn’t seem too optimistic about economic conditions overall, if his dumping of billions of dollars of stocks is any indication. Of
In the competitive EV industry, 2023 marked a decisive year, separating winning EV stocks from laggards. I think the bullish outlook for this sector extends beyond next year, with plenty of upside potential on the horizon, driven by innovation and sustained industry growth. While the growth rate of the electric vehicle industry has slowed, it remains
While innovation typically coincides exclusively with a growth-centric business model, that’s not always the case as these tech stocks to buy for growth and passive income demonstrates. With this category, investors can have their cake and eat it too. Primarily, the advantage that tech stocks for passive income offers is relevance. Sure, you can always