On the surface, Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) may seem like an appealing buy for value investors. VZ stock trades at a very low price-to-earnings ratio, with a forward earnings multiple of only 7.2. Not only that, shares in this telecom giant also sport a dividend yield that’s undeniably high, even in today’s high interest rate environment.
Consumer discretionary stocks largely rely on the whim of the consumer. After all, the name of the segment says it all. These stocks are attached to companies that sell products that consumers really don’t need. They have to want to make a purchase. These stocks include automotive, retail, entertainment and hospitality companies. They do well
C3.ai (NYSE:AI) stock has had an interesting run. Previously known as C3 IoT, the company has evolved to tap into AI technology trends, shifting its focus from energy-emissions tracking and IoT to meet the rising demand for AI solutions. A higher-risk option for investors looking to ride the secular tailwinds AI and automation provide, C3.ai
The Dow Jones Industrial Average has climbed 5.3% so far this year. The index is trailing the S&P 500, which has climbed 17.8%. Additionally, at least two Dow stocks, Johnson and Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) and Walgreens (NYSE:WBA), are being weighed down by potentially ruinous litigation. Meanwhile, Home Depot (NYSE:HD) is a victim of the frozen residential
In the dynamic world of stock markets, the quest for financial prosperity often leads investors on a journey filled with opportunities and risks. For those aspiring to join the ranks of millionaires, strategic investments in stocks to buy can be the key to realizing their dreams. This article lists three must-own stocks quietly but consistently
Ray Dalio, billionaire and founder of Bridgewater Associates LP, speaks during the Milken Institute Conference Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images As concerns mount over rising interest rates and inflation levels, billionaire investor Ray Dalio says he prefers to hold cash for now, not bonds. “I don’t want to own debt, you know, bonds and
In the world of electric vehicles stocks, obvious names deserve a place in the long-term portfolio. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) are likely to be sustainable value creators. At the same time, other cheap EV stocks that hold value deserve some attention. This column focuses on three of the cheapest EV stocks that can
The top cryptos to buy continually capture the discerning investor’s gaze. Though the market paused recently, its decentralized promise, a counter to rising inflation, remains magnetic. Investors aren’t merely hunting traditional returns; they’re seeking cryptos that echo their vision for an innovative financial future. Amidst the digital asset crescendo, cryptocurrency investment becomes an enticing proposition.
Momentum stocks have been surprisingly strong performers over the years. It can seem counterintuitive at first. After all, investors often aim to buy low and sell high. But sometimes, the best prospects lie in a stock that is already making highs and set to keep on climbing. As the physics adage goes, “an object in
The stock market has been on a roller coaster ride in 2023, with the S&P 500 experiencing several sharp swings in both directions. As of early this week, the benchmark index was up 16.9% year-to-date (YTD) but down 2.6% from its annual high in July. The main drivers of the market volatility have been inflation,
It’s official. One of the hot IPOs of 2023 has priced its initial public offering. On Wednesday, Sept. 13, Arm Holdings (NASDAQ:ARM) got the last laugh. The U.K.-based chip designer originally sold itself to Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) in 2022 for $40 billion, but regulators nixed the deal. Its shares were priced at $52 for a market
It’s been a rough year to invest in pharma stocks. The industry is adjusting to a sector that is less reliant on Covid-19 vaccines and is adapting to the effects of inflation as well as pressure from regulators to cap the price of many drugs. However, there are many reasons to be optimistic about the
Despite Bitcoin (BTC-USD) losing its long-term support of $29,000, investors shouldn’t discount the value of blockchain stocks in the short term. If one is bullish on the future of digital currencies and the underlying technology, then technical weaknesses like this might be meaningless in the long run. One silver lining to the declining price of Bitcoin is
Now looks like a good time to consider undervalued mid-cap stocks. According to Franklin Templeton, the grouping of companies with market capitalizations between $2 billion to $10 billion is due for further improvement. Large-cap firms rebounded strongly in 2023 following the pullback. The S&P 500 Large Cap Growth Index was up more than 21% through
The thing about bear markets is they are so short-lived. Since 1928, the average bear market lasted just 15 months. A bull market, on the other hand, would go on for years. They last for three years on average. Even better, since 1970, the typical bull market has raged for six years! The one that
Blue-chip stocks represent ownership in established, financially sound businesses, but are the blue-chips you’re taking a look at today in the “Green Zone stocks” category? TradeSmith offers investors valuable tools for determining which stocks to watch. A good example is its Health Indicator feature. This comprehensive indicator provides an overall rating of a stock’s current
With so many enterprises – especially in the technology sphere – going stratospheric this year, investors may want to cool the temperature down with undervalued value stocks. Don’t get me wrong, it’s always fun to ride strength hoping that it will beget even more strength. Still, at some point, you want to be prudent. With
While utilities stocks might not be the most exciting investment category, they do offer one cynical benefit. When people flip the switch, they expect the lights to turn on. Indeed, history shows that bad things can happen if nothing happens following the aforementioned process. Another factor that may lift utilities stocks over other asset classes
Is the era of meme-stock rallies finally over? Probably not, but we may be witnessing a last gasp as AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) stock tumbles to alarming lows. As long as AMC Entertainment is willing to dilute its current shares through common stock offerings and conversions, even the faithful “Apes” should consider cutting their losses and moving
In the fast-paced world of technology, there are promising stocks with substantial growth potential. From artificial intelligence (AI) to clean energy, tech offers various opportunities. In a vast sea of stocks, only a handful consistently outperform, making them attractive for long-term investors. However, not all growth stocks are equal. Here are three millionaire-maker undervalued tech