In 2022, U.S. companies did $1.22 trillion in stock buybacks. In the first half of 2023, S&P 500 companies have repurchased $385 billion in stock despite paying over $3 billion in tax on the share repurchases due to the 1% tax that went into effect on Jan. 1.   Many companies feel share repurchases are an

Although the Federal Reserve isn’t finished with increases in interest rates, the United States economy still remains strong. The Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow forecasting model is pointing to a 5.9% growth rate for real gross domestic product (GDP) in the third quarter,  and chief market strategist at Bannockburn Global Forex in New York  Marc Chandler states

After I spent many years following Wall Street, there are a few characteristics about the “big money”  that stand out for me. One of these traits is that many if not most large investors are very reluctant to buy stocks that have a 60%-80% chance of climbing a great deal in the long term but

Investing in biotech stocks is challenging even when you’re investing in established companies with commercially available drugs and expansive pipelines. And investing in up-and-coming biotech stocks is only for the most risk-tolerant investors.   When investing in the biotech sector, you’re speculating on future outcomes rather than a company’s financial performance. That’s because in many

While few sectors are as hot as quantum computing stocks to buy, many investors are shying away from the broader technology sphere. Even powerhouses like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) have witnessed a marked decline in investor enthusiasm. To be sure, economic concerns are nothing to scoff at. However, the slowdown could be an opportunity to pick up

As a rule of thumb, you should stay away from penny stocks. When you see shares priced near a buck (or even below), there’s usually a reason for it – and not a good one. At the same time, if you want stratospheric returns for a relatively small cash outlay, you’re not going to get

Blue-chip stocks have long been “buy and hold” firms with a dominant position in their industry. While they often lack the growth potential of their tech or growth stock peers, they make up for it with stability and reliability. I discuss seven of the top blue-chip stocks to buy below. Blue-Chip Stocks: Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A,

Ideal long-term investments show consistent earnings and dividend growth despite various economic conditions. Dividend Aristocrats, with 25 years of dividend growth, endured crises like 9/11, the 2008 financial crisis, and COVID-19. Despite the 2023 market surge, opportunities exist in undervalued long-term stocks, despite economic uncertainties and interest rates. Here are three top options for investors

With summer coming to an end, investors may want to target certain compelling stocks to buy now. Basically, the theory is the reverse of the adage, sell in May and go away. Those who did sell in May are now returning from their summer vacations and getting back to work. Further, with traders bidding up the

While hanging up the boots may be a concept that’s decades away for some of you, it’s never too early to start targeting retirement stocks to buy. Of course, if you’re younger, you have the luxury of time to take some risks. However, you also want to set aside some funds to build a solid

From early 2022 highs of close to $400, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock plunged to lows of $102 at the beginning of the year. However, the stock is already higher by 120% for year-to-date and trades at $239. This is a good example of how blue-chip stocks can make a strong comeback even if there are temporary

In an era of AI advancements, industry leaders have emerged in data analytics and cybersecurity. They are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape the landscape of enterprise solutions. The article explores how these companies have transcended the boundaries of convention, propelling innovation to unprecedented heights. They can take fundamental advantage of their

Federal Reserve Chair of the United States Jerome Powell continues to sound a hawkish tone, saying that inflation remains “too high” and warning markets that “we are prepared to raise rates further.” Powell reiterated that the Fed remains focused solely on lowering the U.S. inflation rate back down to its 2% annualized target. Currently, inflation

Meme stocks are defined as companies that have received a large amount of attention on social media and have become popular among retail investors. Some meme stocks carry little to no potential, and they disappear from the public interest just as soon as they came into popularity. Others like the ones I mention below have real

Billionaire Mark Mobius has decided to invest a great deal of his own money in emerging-market stocks. Mobius, who’s quite interested in India, South Korea and Taiwan, recently wrote “We are seeking companies that have established international diversification, and we’ve come across numerous enterprises with remarkable technological prowess that enables them to broaden their investor

The artificial intelligence (AI) boom is far from over. For example let’s look at Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), where CEO Jensen Huang still believes his stock is wildly undervalued. In fact, NVDA just announced it would buy back another $25 billion of its shares. Even better, the CEO expects the AI boom to last well into next

Whether you agree or not, electric vehicles (EV) are the future, and they are going to make a place for themselves on the road. China accounts for more than half of the total EV sales across the world, and the government aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. Several other countries, including the United Kingdom

The stock market has experienced its fair share of peaks and troughs in the past year. Amidst this vast expanse is a select group of promising S&P 500 stocks effectively carving out an impressive niche and offering strong upside. As summer’s heat and humidity descended upon us, the resilient bull market didn’t break a sweat,

Dividend stocks are favorites for investors who prefer low-beta stocks that provide regular cash inflow. Even among dividend stocks, there can be two major categories. First, dividend aristocrats provide steady dividends. Further, there are dividend growth stocks that are likely to surprise investors with robust year-on-year growth in dividends. In general, dividend growth in these

The recent AI rally in 2023 has been exhilarating to watch, with AI-related tech stocks driving much of the market’s gains. But as Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) struggle to break $500 shows, the party may be coming to an end. While I still believe in the long-term potential of artificial intelligence, prices for many AI pure-plays have