Valued at $127.3 billion in 2023, the global battery market is predicted to reach $276.3 billion by 2032, expanding 8.7% yearly and attracting great interest in battery stocks. Sales of lithium-ion batteries are expected to rise 23.33% from $64.84 billion in 2023 to $446.85 billion in 2032. The U.S. market is vital due to demand

Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock has been heating up for July. The top rival of Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) recently announced its intent to acquire Silo AI in an all-cash deal worth around $665 million. The deal beefs up AMD’s enterprise AI business and may help renew enthusiasm for the name after trailing NVDA stock in recent

Consumer spending makes up 70% of the GDP and is a driving force of the global economy. Without consumer spending, companies go out of business and lay off workers. People spending less money can create a negative feedback loop for the economy until the course reverses. While fads come and go, some companies continue to generate

As the global economy rebounds from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the travel industry is poised for a significant resurgence. The pent-up demand for travel, both leisure and business, is driving a wave of optimism for investors.  Travel stocks, which were severely battered during the height of the pandemic, are now showing promising signs

The market offers plenty of options, but only a select few have the potential to be true long-term winners. Not many people can look at a company and say that they have good enough conviction that the business in question will remain relevant a few decades from now. Even half a decade can completely change

As the world accelerates toward a greener future, lithium has become a cornerstone of the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market and large-scale battery storage solutions. With global EV sales surging and governments worldwide instituting aggressive carbon reduction goals, the demand for lithium is expected to skyrocket, making lithium stocks a compelling investment choice for forward-thinking

Food is a way for us to connect– from the first date to celebrating our lives’ most important moments, a sit-down meal always carries significance. While food prices have risen across the board– with increases being even more painful for those who frequently eat out, consumer spending in this sector hasn’t seen much of a

While all major indexes continue to reach new highs, including the Dow exceeding 40,000 points for the first time last week, many notable stocks have surprisingly failed to keep up with the rally. It’s quite unexpected to see that among these underperformers are blue-chip stocks, companies recognized for their overall quality, stability, and reliable growth.

Despite the latest report showing an easing of inflation, home prices continue to rise due to a lack of supply and high interest rates. Price increases have accelerated since February after a brief slowdown late last year. With two Fed rate cuts expected by December, mortgage rates should decrease. This may bring more buyers to

Income investors should focus on stocks that pay solid yields, but also those that have sustainable payouts and strong business models. Dividend kings are an excellent place to look for stocks with sustainable dividends. These are companies that have raised their dividends each year for more than 50 consecutive years. The following three dividend kings

It’s not been a great year for transportation stocks. The benchmark SPDR S&P Transportation ETF (NYSEARCA:XTN) has fallen 9% over the past 12 months. That’s a dramatic divergence from the S&P 500, which is up 25% over the same time span. There are several reasons for this. For one, the transportation ETF has investments in

At this writing, current inflation rate is 3% over the past 12 months. That’s the reading as of the end of June. So, in searching for high-yield dividend stocks beating inflation, I need to identify those with dividend yields above 3%. Fortunately, there are plenty of options in that range for investors. As always, it’s

If you’re in limbo about which companies to invest in, maybe solar stocks should be your next stop.  It’s never been a better time for the solar industry. This is due to one obvious reason: the current friendly regulatory environment for U.S.-based solar manufacturers. Recently, the Biden admin raised tariffs on solar cells from China

While the last two major global pandemics were more than 100 years apart, a few international agencies warn of the increased potential for more frequent pandemics. This is admittedly a concerning and uncomfortable thought, considering the severe societal damage that occurred as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. That being said, the opportunity always exists

Florida’s Amendment 3 is likely to win enough votes to legalize cannabis in the state, according to recent polls. One poll obtained by Florida Politics found that an overwhelming number of people support the Amendment. If that’s the case on the day of voting, Florida-related cannabis stocks could easily be sent to higher highs. “At

Diving into lithium stocks during these challenging times for the underlying market may seem audacious. Recent data from TrendForce showed a substantial dip in lithium prices last month, spurred by the downstream battery sector’s push to limit inventory. The demand for lithium salts has slowed substantially, and the short-term oversupply has resulted in the lowest

The likelihood of a rate cut in the coming quarters is the biggest catalyst for equities. Higher interest rates have impacted consumption and investment spending. As GDP growth decelerates, there is a strong case for expansionary policies. From an investment perspective, there are blue-chip rate-sensitive stocks to buy for healthy returns. At the same time, there are meme