The third quarter of 2024 is set to uncover plenty of investment opportunities throughout the fintech landscape. Driven by expectations of a return to optimism throughout Wall Street, financial technology will become a key growth sector over the months ahead.  With the likelihood of Federal Reserve rate cuts occurring in the United States during Q3

Aviation safety has recently shifted focus on aerospace stocks, with scrutiny primarily on Boeing (NYSE:BA) following several high-profile incidents. The most dramatic was the loss of an emergency door in flight. However, experts attribute this particular assembly issue to Spirit AeroSystems (NYSE:SPR), as that plant undertakes related work. Boeing has witnessed some positive news by

Listing stocks with good growth potential and sound fundamentals may result in a strong portfolio in a tumultuous market like the one we are now in. Selecting the right quality stocks to buy is essential since market circumstances change quickly and many unknowns exist. In this case, three exceptional businesses are highlighted as top stocks

Dividend aristocrats attract many income investors who want to receive steady cash flow from their investments. High yields and consistent dividend hikes allow investors to cash in on their investments without selling shares. Some people build up large enough dividend portfolios to the point where dividends cover their living expenses. While it’s possible to generate

We’re now in the fifth-generation (5G) wireless internet era, a transformative technology that marks a new age of connectivity. Moreover, given the disruption it has caused and more to come, investing in 5G stocks becomes a no-brainer. However, 5G stocks are taking a back seat to AI and other disruptive technologies. Especially with AI pushing

Automation advancements have been incredible, putting the spotlight on the robotics sector as a whole. Indeed, the rise of artificial intelligence has boosted robotics use in manufacturing, healthcare, and e-commerce. This combination has the potential to revolutionize business processes and create vast new possibilities. Many companies invest billions in robotics, and one good example is Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). In a recent event, Elon Musk

Globally, GDP growth deceleration has been a concern this year. However, it’s worth noting that crude oil has trended higher by 16% even amidst macroeconomic challenges. I expect the positive momentum to sustain, and I believe it’s a good time to look at oil & gas stocks to buy now. One reason to be positive

The S&P 500 has been making new all-time highs on seemingly a weekly basis. And while recent price action in the market has been relatively weak, optimism appears to remain plentiful. Various meme stocks have ridden this sentiment higher during certain bouts of euphoria this year. Yet, many of the top names in the more

Besides the economic benefits, easy money policy is likely to translate into higher a level of speculative activity. Meme and penny stocks are therefore likely to be in the limelight. This column focuses on three meme stocks to buy that can skyrocket within the next six months. An important point to note is that investors

When investors think about battery stocks as investments, their first thought is likely to be the lithium-ion batteries that are essential to electric vehicles (EVs). But if you’re looking for companies that may be worth a long-term investment, you may have to shift your focus. Since 2020, a number of startup companies are trying to

Problems with the central nervous system are the second leading cause of death globally, the World Health Organization determined in 2022. One reason for this situation is that it’s extremely difficult to develop effective treatments for these disorders because of the complexity of the CNS, European biotech news website Labiotech reported last year. Further, the

Perhaps the biggest hurdle for artificial intelligence technology is the fact that it relies on oceans of data to learn the necessary skills to become useful. As a result, the more data an AI has to train off of, the more potentially intelligent it will be. Yet data and training material are running out for

Renewable energy, commonly referred to as green energy, is big business. The global renewable energy market was worth an estimated $1.21 trillion in 2023, and the sector is projected to grow by 17.2% annually through 2030. This growth is being powered by an increasing number of solar, wind and bio-energy companies. Developing and expanding green

The future is tech-driven, and investing in tech stocks at the forefront of innovation can be a lucrative strategy. Opportunities in growing sectors and industries like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, renewable energy, and autonomous vehicles offer real prospects to grow your portfolio.  Established tech giants have created massive returns for investors in 2024. While they continue

The fintech industry has shown its resilience even in tough times. Despite an uncertain economy, a high inflationary environment and a long period of low consumer spending, financial companies have stood strong. This industry still hasn’t peaked. With the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) and new technologies, the scope of fintech stocks room to run continues

Investing in overlooked infrastructure stocks is a great way to capitalize on the United States’ impending infrastructure boom. With the bipartisan Infrastructure Investments & Jobs Act in full swing, there are a number of companies that are set to be major beneficiaries.  The need to build new and upgrade existing infrastructure is crucial to spur

With growing demand for all things green, it’s time to buy the weakness in lithium stocks. Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM), for example, just said lithium demand will grow. “What we’re seeing right now in lithium is the sentiment is bearish, says Exxon’s lithium global business manager, Patrick Howarth, as quoted by Bloomberg. “But underlying that is a