The biotech industry proved itself resilient in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. With research from Mckinsey, venture capitalist (VC) companies increased investments from 2,200 in 2016 to 3,100 in 2021 in biotechnology (biotech) startups. These startups have advanced medicine overall, improving cell therapy, tissue regeneration, genetic medicine, and more. With increasing innovation, we see
It’s worth noting that blue-chip stocks go through their own bull and bear phase. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) was under-performing until October 2022. The massive rally in the last three quarters has more than compensated for the bear phase. With strong fundamentals, several other undervalued blue-chip stocks are worth considering for the long-term even as the markets
The retail space can be unpredictable even at the best of times, so these retail stocks are definitely ones to avoid in the current environment. Debt levels have grown to uncomfortable levels for many of the sector’s players, and with rates rising and consumers tightening their purse strings, many retailers are between a rock and
Whether he’s rebranding social media company Twitter as X, launching the Cybertruck at electric vehicle maker Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), or sending supplies to the international space station via rockets made by commercial space concern SpaceX, Elon Musk is a busy man and technology visionary. He’s also a controversial figure who is known for promoting cryptocurrencies and
Want a safe way to participate in this year’s market rally? Consider taking a position in a growth exchange-traded fund (ETF). These are passive rather than actively managed investments that typically track the performance of a particular stock index or basket of equities. Benefits of putting money into ETFs include diversification and broad exposure, both
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) shares took many investors by surprise in 2023. Shares have more than tripled year to date and currently carry a 232 P/E ratio. The forward P/E ratio of 59 makes shares look more palatable, but most of the upside potential came and went for investors. Shares may continue to go higher and reward long-term
The ongoing electric vehicle revolution provides plenty of opportunities for investors. Whether it’s electric car producers, battery manufacturers, software providers, EV charging stocks, or lithium mining companies, there are myriad ways to play growth in this space. However, it’s increasingly my view that many EV charging companies may be better valued and better positioned for
In this article PENN AXON LYFT BMBL TWLO SMCI RIVN TTWO Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT People walk by electric truck maker Rivian’s newly opened storefront in the Meatpacking District of Manhattan on June 23, 2023 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines after hours. Rivian
By now, you’ve likely heard about ongoing strikes affecting entertainment stocks. After actors joined the writer picket lines, most entertainment stocks fell sharply. The fallout was broad, affecting legacy media franchises and streaming platforms alike. But continuing strikes aren’t all that’s suppressing entertainment stocks, and the future is bleak for legacy companies reliant on cable
Last week, meme investors “discovered” Rite Aid (NYSE:RAD), sending its shares up 70%. The Wall Street Journal would quickly give the company a meme stock crown. For most traditional investors, Rite Aid looks like a terrible bet. The struggling drug retailer hasn’t been profitable since 2017, and a deal five years ago to sell 1,932
I have long believed that consumers, who have skimped on buying goods and splurged on travel for over a year, would start to reverse those trends in the second half of 2023. Recently there were two signs that my prediction is coming true. Specifically, Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) reported that the sales of PCs were starting to
In August 2023, Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD), commonly known as just AMD, might seem like a former market darling that has lost its mojo. Don’t lose faith in AMD stock yet, though. The chipmaker’s quarterly results should convince clear-minded shareholders to stay invested. Is it possible for AMD to be too ambitious with its artificial
Until the trend fails, chip stocks should remain in focus. Throughout 2023, the best AI stock stocks have been a dominating theme, as these stocks — big and small — have enjoyed powerful upside surges. In some cases, it has even helped power the overall markets higher. That seems like an extreme statement, but given
Online gambling has supercharged the gaming sector. The amount of money bet on sporting events in the U.S. will surge 45% this year to almost $137 billion, research firm Insider Intelligence estimates. Meanwhile, in the first quarter of 2023, the revenue from iGaming — betting on traditional casino games online — soared 22.7% to $1.48
In the dynamic universe of long-term stocks to buy, the quest for unshakable investments that can weather market uncertainties has become a pursuit for many savvy investors. Here, this article lists seven fundamentally solid stocks that have positioned themselves strategically on the plinth of innovation, resilience, and a focus on navigating and leading the future
Do you like to get in and out of meme stocks for a quick profit? If so, then it’s fine to hold Yellow (NASDAQ:YELL) stock for a brief period of time. On the other hand, a long-term investment in Yellow will probably only bring you a truckload of pain. Yellow is a shipping, trucking and logistics
Solar stocks had a great year so far, with the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act including multiple incentives for homeowners to jump on the solar bandwagon. Provisions that included tax credits led to a 40% jump in U.S. household solar installation. The tide may be changing though. Recent human rights allegations mean dark clouds are forming
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) shareholders are certainly reaping the rewards of this bull market in the EV sector. Indeed, shares of the EV manufacturer recently surged nearly 90% over just nine sessions. While RIVN stock has since given up some of these gains, it still has almost doubled from its $13.45 level on June 26. Investors
Artificial intelligence (AI) will have a profound impact on the medical industry, where it could help accelerate drug discovery and patient treatment, creating big opportunities for these top AI stocks to invest in. At the moment, new drug development has a ridiculous fail rate of 90%, according to the National Institutes of Health. Worse, according
With challenging economic circumstances forcing many households to adapt, shrewd investors just might benefit from stocks for paycheck-to-paycheck living. To be sure, the most recent data on inflation suggests that consumers should be feeling some relief. Nevertheless, a new LendingClub report notes that 61% of U.S. adults still live hand-to-mouth with their employers. Of course,