Barron’s published an article in mid-August that discussed how the best employers are the best stocks to buy. Jefferies Financial Group (NYSE:JEF) analysis found that the stocks of the companies on the annual Fortune list of top 100 workplaces had consistently outperformed their peers since 1998 when the list was started. “Analysts led by Aniket
With the recent run-up in crude oil prices, there are not of names that fit perfectly into the oversold energy stocks category. Scores of stocks in the energy sector, particularly shares in exploration and production companies, have zoomed higher in line with crude oil price trends. Yet among the 263 names in this sector trading
When it comes to finding Wall Street’s favorite stocks, investors would do well to look at analysts’ ratings. Analyst ratings can have a strong influence on the direction of a stock. Analysts work for banks and brokerage houses, and when they give a stock a “Buy” rating, institutional money usually follows. Of course, the opposite
For my money, growth stocks are one of the best ways to ignite your portfolio, putting yourself in a position to get the best results. And when I’m looking for my best options, I always lean toward A-rated growth stocks as identified by the Portfolio Grader. Growth stocks are those that have a long runway
Finding the best video game stock picks is part of a long-term strategy that makes sense. Investors shouldn’t overlook the gaming market as mere child’s play. It’s a booming business valued at more than $300 billion this year. About 3 billion people play video games globally. That number is set to grow to 3.24 billion
This might be the best time to dip your toe into solar stocks. Solar energy is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, as more countries and companies invest in renewable sources of power to combat climate change and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels. According to the International Energy Agency, solar photovoltaic capacity
Quantum computing, a field that leverages the principles of quantum physics, has been steadily gaining traction over the years. Among the companies vying for dominance in this nascent industry, IonQ (NASDAQ:IONQ) stands out with its unique approach to quantum computing. Despite the compelling story painted by the company, however, investors should tread carefully with IONQ
After a challenging 2022 due to surging interest rates, the stock market has found solace in 2023. Investors are rejoicing as the Nasdaq Composite index has surged by 31%, which bodes well for the fintech sector. Notably, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock has outshone this performance, skyrocketing 88% this year, despite a 16% dip since August’s
Is Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock overvalued, or is it a must-own in 2023? That’s the billion-dollar question today, but one thing’s indisputable: An investment in Microsoft provides direct exposure to the artificial intelligence market, which continues to gain traction whether or not the critics like it. Imagine being able to turn back the clock and invest in
Earlier this month, I gave readers the rundown on Flexible Solutions International (NYSEAMERICAN:FSI) stock, an under-the-radar “green wave” play. With a low valuation, coupled with the company’s steady growth over the past few years, on the surface FSI stock appeared to be an opportunity worth exploring. After diving into the details, more stood out, suggesting that
Interestingly, artificial intelligence and big data solutions are integral to Palantir Technologies’ (NYSE:PLTR) stock as reliance on AI grows. This is a stock that investors would expect to outperform many of the AI-adjacent stocks that have rocketed higher this year. Since the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022, AI stocks have surged in investor interest.
Since offering a downbeat forecast early this month Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock is down. AMD has a market cap of $174 billion, about 7.3 times revenue. Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) dominance in the cloud, it seems, leaves AMD with only leftovers. Despite this, analysts like AMD stock almost as much as they do Nvidia, where sales
The one constant on Wall Street is change. Just over the past three years the S&P 500 has been a roller coaster ride. While the general trend has been up, much like the long history of the broad market index, it has definitely not been in a straight line. This causes analysts to constantly attempt
Looking for the best value stocks? Tracey Ryniec, Stock Strategist at Zacks Investment Research, discusses two stocks that might be worth a closer look by value investors: Horizon Pharma Plc (HZNP) and Dean Foods (DF). Both companies have forward P/Es well below the average of the S&P 500, which is still a sky-high level of
Michael Burry, the legendary investor who famously predicted the 2008 financial crisis, parted ways with three significant stocks – leaving many to ask: Should we follow his lead? Perhaps. First on the list of Michael Burry stocks is a Chinese e-commerce giant that once seemed invincible. Unfortunately, it now faces many challenges which could greatly impact
The Dow Jones Industrial Average often called the Dow 30, is a stock market index of 30 leading U.S. publicly traded companies. Most of the 30 Dow companies are blue-chip names and widely held stocks with large market capitalizations. As such, the Dow 30 is a bellwether for the health of the overall stock market
Quantum computing has the potential to solve complex problems that are beyond the reach of classical computers. Even better, analysts at the International Data Corporation (IDC) say the global quantum computing market could be worth well over $8.6 billion by 2030. So, there’s plenty of opportunity, even for the companies still in the early stages
Artificial intelligence is changing the drug-discovery process by making it much faster and cheaper. Traditionally, most biotech stock drug candidates fail. Indeed, according to Nature, “An estimated 86% of drug candidates developed between 2000 and 2015 did not meet their stated endpoints.” And the well-respected consulting firm McKinsey reported that “Today, to discover and develop a
The stock market has rewarded investors throughout the first half of the year. However, those gains appear to be slowing, and significant macroeconomic concerns suggest more pain ahead. This means there are some sorry stocks out there that you should really consider dropping before it’s too late. Student loan payments will return in September, and
Space stocks are struggling on the heels of 2021’s atmospheric exuberance, and many once-vaunted companies are falling back to Earth. Broadly, space stocks returned a paltry 5% since January, compared to the Standards and Practices 500’s 15% jump. But space remains a viable long-term play for investors critically evaluating prospects without getting caught up in