One of the biggest challenges that the world faces is an impending shortage of food. The World Food Program estimates that 345 million people globally face acute food insecurity in 2023. Considering the factors of uncertain weather conditions and geopolitical tensions, the food shortage challenge will aggravate further. Besides the long-term challenges, it’s important to
Shares of Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) have lagged the performance of other mega-cap technology concerns year to date. However, with several catalysts forming there is reason to be bullish on the company’s stock. Truly, shareholders got a jolt recently when news broke that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has slapped Microsoft with a bill for $29 billion
When it comes to big ideas, investing guru Cathie Wood has more than a few. As the manager of the Ark Invest family of exchange traded funds (ETFs), Wood boldly predicts Bitcoin (BTC-USD) will be worth $1.5 million by 2030 and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock will have a $2,000 per share price tag by 2027. So,
Quantum computing may grow as fast, or potentially even surpass the growth rate of generative AI and other revolutionary technologies. Industry insiders predict a future in which quantum computers mimic human brains. They’ll solve complex problems like optimization, cryptography, machine learning and simulation. Thus, there’s a solid thesis as to why investors should identify the
For savvy investors, it’s essential to keep an eye on investments as the unpredictable 2023 is reaching a climax. With an air of uncertainty and market fluctuations, it’s time to delve into the intricacies of three prominent companies and the risks they face. The vulnerabilities of these three companies shed light on the challenges that
Without a doubt, Instacart (NASDAQ:CART) is facing challenging competition. Unfortunately, it does not have any major advantages over its many rivals in the grocery-delivery sector. Actually, it’s much less well-known than several of its competitors, including Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT), Kroger (NYSE:KR), Uber’s (NYSE:UBER), Uber Eats, and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN). Moreover, although CART is a leader of the
The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) sector is one that’s come into focus for many investors in recent months. Indeed, a large portion of this improved sentiment is a result of some rather significant partnerships and industry-leading work from Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR). A leader in this sector, Archer is a stock I’ve had on my
Since March 2022, the United States Federal Reserve has increased its benchmark interest rate by 525 basis points to the current 5.25% to 5.50% range. Additionally, revised 2017 GDP data showed the economy sustained an average annual growth rate of 2.2% from 2017 to 2022, up from the previously estimated 2.1%. The revisions also indicated
Longevity stocks have started to come on many investors’ radars. These companies come with the promise of stable returns over the long run as human life continues to stretch further ahead. The diseases that once curbed people’s lifespans are now curable, and these longevity stocks are working on further solutions. The longevity stocks described in
REITs are down bad this year. REIT stocks across nearly all sectors are down by double digits since January. The worst-performing sector, infrastructure, is down 24.6%. At the same time, the “best” performer among 13 categories (healthcare REITs) is up a measly 3%. Compare that paltry performance to the S&P 500, which remains up almost
Congress averted disaster by passing a short-term spending bill a couple of weeks ago, which averted a government shutdown. With the crisis averted and the choppiness in the financial markets, investors can now breathe a sigh of relief and hope for a more prosperous road ahead. Shutdowns typically occur when Congress runs into funding issues
With the game of preserving as much value as possible in your portfolio on the line, investors ought to move into a “prevent” defense with steady stocks for uncertain times. To extend the football analogy, you’re not so worried about garbage yards in front of you but rather preventing the big score behind you. Of course,
As the third-quarter earnings season gets underway, the market remains volatile and unpredictable. With war breaking out in the Middle East and bond yields remaining elevated, equities have been gyrating lately. However, within this environment, there are several stocks that are trading at 52-week highs and fast approaching all-time highs. While some of these names
Beginning in January 2024, EV buyers will receive an immediate $7,500 tax credit upfront at the dealership. The announcement promises to spark EV sales and revenues when it is adopted, and that makes preemptive purchases of such stocks attractive. Analysts including S&P Global Mobility’s Stephanie Brinley note that the move simplifies the purchase process. The
Even with multiple concerns related to the global economy, the outlook for equities remains optimistic in 2024. And if the broad markets lean sideways, certain sectors or themes will create value. After a big correction in 2022, not all growth stocks have recovered in the current year. Multiple undervalued growth stocks can become value creators
While nothing can be taken for granted in the capital market, the concept of the top cybersecurity stocks to buy practically sells itself. Fundamentally, the pace of connectivity is only increasing. And though most of the endeavors online focus on productive pursuits, there will always be nefarious actors. According to information compiled by Cybercrime Magazine,
Airline stocks are particularly weak at the moment. Recession fears are spiking again as rate concerns increase, threatening spending overall along with travel in the process. And unfortunately, there isn’t a clear case favoring investment in the airline industry at the moment. That being said, here are some of the top airline stocks to sell
The last two years have been tough for fast-growing stocks. Inflation and Covid-19 have really shaken things up. But the market is getting much better as we move into 2023. Many growth stocks are selling at cheaper prices if we look at their P/E ratios. This is a good sign for investors looking for growth
Food technology stocks present robust long-term potential. Digital food delivery markets could potentially surge from their current valuation of $203.87 billion in 2023 to a whopping $473.07 billion by 2030, underpinned by a notable 10.03% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). Consequently, the market’s promising growth, driven by rising smartphone usage and rapid urbanization, provides an
The one constant with energy stocks, particularly as they relate to oil, is change. In early September, some analysts believed the rally in oil prices had reached their peak. Then Saudi Arabia and Russia announced they were capping production. War has broken out between Israel and Hamas. And recent data suggests that the long-expected recession