Pity the average cannabis stock investor. Since 2021, shares of the largest cannabis fund, the AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (NYSEARCA:MSOS) have lost over 80% of their value. Many companies have fared even worse. MedMen (OTCMKTS:MMNFF) — once considered the “Apple store of weed” — has seen its valuation plummet from $1.7 billion to $40
A box of Ozempic, a semaglutide injection drug used for treating Type 2 diabetes made by Novo Nordisk. George Frey | Reuters Check out the companies making big moves midday. Novo Nordisk — The Danish drugmaker stock added 5.5% after saying late Tuesday it was halting Ozempic’s kidney disease treatment trial after a committee said
Kraft Heinz (NASDAQ:KHC) is an appealing consumer goods stock. Backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B), this is a company with the confidence of notable long-term investors. Indeed, the trade-down effect during economic pressures can benefit the company, as people dine out less and buy more groceries. Kraft Heinz’s brand provides the company with
Defensive stocks are well known to value investors. These stocks are recognized for being fairly priced and offering investors strong fundamentals. In addition to those shared attributes, defensive stocks are those companies that offer products and services that consumers and businesses need regardless of what’s happening in the economy. Sticky inflation, interest rates that will
Amidst the turbulence of economic forecasts, a shimmer of positivity glistens for consumer discretionary stocks. While the notion of a “soft landing” recession captivates the discourse among the investing punditry, a divided front is emerging. On the one hand, market experts are teetering on the brink of skepticism. They eye economic indicators and events with
After AMC (NYSE:AMC) announced on Sept. 26 that it would distribute Taylor Swift’s movie globally and over $100 million of advance tickets were purchased for the film, AMC stock soared 25%. Given that impressive rally, I believe that huge, record-breaking profits for AMC on the film are already baked into the stock. Moreover, the shares
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) has staged an impressive comeback from its lows last year, gaining over 250% to climb back above the $300 level. After the stock’s sharp ascent, some investors are wondering whether this rally has been overdone, and if this stock is due for a pullback. That’s especially the case if broader market sentiment
In the financial market’s AI race, investors are focusing on specific stocks. Palantir (NYSE:PLTR) has gained significant attention recently, with its stock more than doubling year-to-date, outperforming many other AI-related companies. For growth investors, the key question is whether PLTR stock is a worthwhile buy at its current levels or if its rally is mostly
With consumer spending trends likely to remain strong next year, MasterCard’s (NYSE:MA) revenue will probably continue to grow significantly in 2024. Moreover, the company’s financial results show that it can indeed perform well in the current economic environment and that it can more than hold its own against its many fintech challengers. And in another
The seal of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission hangs on the wall at SEC headquarters in Washington, June 24, 2011. Jonathan Ernst | Reuters Securities traders are gathering in Washington. The big topic: trying to figure out what the Securities and Exchange Commission is doing. You know it’s bad when one of the session topics is
Over the past year, Mullen Automotive’s (NASDAQ:MULN) stock has been a rollercoaster ride, with wild price swings between 10 cents and $5. The incredible volatility has likely minted some hugely profitable trades for lucky speculators. However, for most investors, I suggest avoiding this battleground stock altogether. Despite intriguing long-term plans, Mullen’s historical price performance and
Uncovering the next big thing in the stock markets can be akin to finding hidden treasure in the desert. Beyond the household names and Wall Street giants, diamonds are under the sand, poised for exponential growth and remarkable returns. The article explores the stock market’s gems, seven under-the-radar stocks quietly positioning themselves for a meteoric
In this article NOVO.B-DK PXD XOM Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The Mobil logo and gas prices are displayed at a Mobil gas station on October 28, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. Plug Power — The battery stock added nearly
With a new war raging, some of the hottest energy stocks are in oil. For one, if the latest war begins to spread beyond Israel and the Palestinians, oil prices could push even higher. For example, if Israel finds that Iran was behind the attack and launched retaliation, the Strait of Hormuz could be jeopardized.
Not long ago, Chevron (NYSE:CVX) CEO Mike Wirth predicted that the price of oil “probably is headed for the $100 mark soon amid tightening supplies.” If you agree, then you could capitalize on the oil bull market by holding CVX stock. Granted, there are other Big Oil business you can invest in besides Chevron. And
Threats of a recession have risen since July. Oil prices have reached beyond $90 per barrel, interest rates have risen to levels not witnessed since 2007, and during this period, the markets–Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite–have all experienced a decline of approximately 6%. These factors affecting growth stocks should not be overlooked. As the
Don’t sleep on Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD). The microchip and semiconductor company is fast becoming a leader in the market for advanced artificial intelligence technologies and taking market share from competitors in the process. This article will touch on the great reasons you should invest in AMD stock. While much of the discussion around AI
A lot of investors are interested in QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) as a long-term wager on solid-state EV battery technology. However, there are plenty of traders interested in QS stock for another reason. That would be QS’s potential to experience another turbo-charged rally. Such rallies have happened twice this year. Who’s to say a third one can’t
The hype surrounding generative artificial intelligence may have cooled from the frenzy seen at the start of this year. But make no mistake, AI stocks continue to be a major catalyst for the technology markets. Market research firm Statista forecasts that the value of the AI stocks in the sector will increase twentyfold between now
As uncertainty seems to dominate, it might be time to look for stocks to own during a downturn. For 10 straight months, investors enjoyed a strong comeback rally in the S&P 500. After plunging sharply into bear market territory last year, the broad-based index roared ahead 28% in 2023 to hit a peak at the