Maybe you’re not very familiar with Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk (NYSE:NVO) stock. However, there’s a good chance that you’ve heard about at least one of Novo Nordisk’s well-known products. NVO stock earns a “B” grade because Novo Nordisk is a pharmaceutical giant that’s launching a blockbuster drug in the vast E.U. market. It’s surprising that more
Let’s face it, it’s a tough market out there. Investors aren’t out of the woods yet despite the recovery and recent S&P 500 and Nasdaq rally this year. The Federal Reserve is still signaling a potential interest rate hike while we are already at the highest level in more than 22 years. These high-interest rates
If you’ve been looking to increase your portfolio’s exposure to the “green wave,” or the global move towards renewable energy and environmentally sustainable practices, Flexible Solutions International (NYSEAMERICAN:FSI) stock may be one to add to your watchlist. Sure, FSI stock is very obscure, compared to other names benefitting from this trend. Even so, I wouldn’t
Buying cheap stocks – or perhaps we should call them low-priced stocks – is a widespread investment practice. It’s much easier to buy up many shares of cheap stocks under $10 than to buy a stock priced at $100 or more. Cheap stocks have other advantages, too. A stock can be cheap because it’s relatively
Navigating the topsy-turvy stock market can be daunting, compelling investors to seek the wisdom of Wall Street’s top picks. At the same time, a sprinkling of caution is always in order. Diving headfirst into the realm of analyst-recommended stocks demands a measured stance. As the market’s volatility makes predictions a game of educated guesses, it’s
As the Nasdaq starts to plateau and more economists signal volatility ahead, it might once again be time to look for a port in the storm. Last year, investors that bought into the safest stocks had solid insulation from the widespread market selloff. In most cases, such investors were able to outperform the broader market, simply
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With hopes for lower interest rates and normalizing economic conditions, real estate investment trusts (REITs) have been moving higher. However, as macro uncertainties mount, there are now plenty of REITs to avoid in August. After all, REITs are highly sensitive to interest rates (rising when rates fall, sinking when rates rise). Plus, if it turns
Roughly 10 years ago, cloud computing was the hot trend and term of the investment community much like AI stocks today. Only it wasn’t a flash in the pan. Cloud technology has paved the way for giant gains over the last decade. For good reason, it still has investors looking for the top cloud computing
August started with a whimper, as the recent stock rally receded. After hitting an end-of-July $457 high, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:SPY) pared back its gains and fell about 2% with plenty of intraday volatility on the charts. Although we’re closer to the Fed’s soft landing promises than many expected just a year ago, plenty
Stocks to triple your money isn’t an ideal approach for everyone, if I may be blunt. Before you engage in wild speculation, you want to have your financial bases covered. Once you’re on solid footing and you happen to have some pocket change burning a hole in your wallet, then (and only then) should you
Out of all the market ideas available, the best cybersecurity stocks to buy practically sell themselves. Sure, everyone talks about the broader integration of digital technologies across the globe. However, as access to connectivity rises, so do vulnerabilities for nefarious actions. You don’t want to think poorly of humanity at large. Unfortunately, the vast world
The technology-laden NASDAQ continues to lead this year’s market rally, having risen 34% since Jan. The Q2 prints by leading technology concerns have served to underpin the index and position it for a continued bull run into year’s end. With a few exceptions such as Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), the Q2 results from the dominant technology companies
While it’s tempting on many levels to ride the flavors of the week, investors seeking long-term growth should consider the best sleeper stocks to buy. These securities feature very little investor interest for whatever reason. However, they offer significant upside potential, rewarding astute investors willing to look beyond the noise. At this juncture, undervalued stocks
Health is undoubtedly the most important thing for all of us. It’s vital to be able to continue with our day-to-day and to be able to carry out everything we want to throughout our lives. There are many important sectors within the financial markets, but the health sector will always be one of the most
It may seem like an odd time to be writing about risky energy stocks. After all, the United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) removed all doubt as to the direction of oil prices for the remainder of 2023 at least. The agency is expected to forecast that domestic oil production is expected will rise by
The constant talk of inflation and the looming fears of a recession can be scary for even an experienced investor. When it comes to investing, it is ideal to look for resilient companies that can thrive in an uncertain market. If you are like me and are looking for the best retirement stocks to buy,
Bank stocks have been thrust into the investor spotlight due to the recent Federal Reserve stress tests and the drama about regional banks. However, despite these challenging waves, a few bank stocks have kept their heads above water, drawing investors to hunt for the best bank stocks to buy. Fueled by favorable stress test outcomes
Meme stocks are exciting, and they often seem like a way to make a ton of money in a short amount of time. The rise of Wall Street Bets and the retail trading movement in 2021 changed America’s financial markets. In particular, traders took a liking to a lot of smaller or more obscure companies
Healthcare continues to lag in the broader market. Year to date, the Standards and Practices (S&P) 500 Health Care index is down 2% versus a 17% gain in the benchmark S&P 500 index. The declines among healthcare stocks are broad-based, with health insurers, pharmaceutical companies and device manufacturers all trailing the stock market. Fears of