As long as there’s a strong push for electric vehicles, and all things green, we’ll need as much lithium as we can get our hands on. Even oil giants see the potential of the lithium boom. Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM), for example, just bought drilling rights for lithium in Arkansas. Chevron (NYSE:CVX) is also considering opportunities
Traders are usually looking for the next big thing and with good reason. Catching new trends, like AI stocks, can lead to strong near-term gains. But there’s something to be said for the top long-term stocks as well. That’s particularly true when taking both tax efficiency and peace of mind into account. There is certainly value
Google the words “telecom layoffs,” and you get plenty of stories about industry job losses in the U.S. and Canada. That makes it very tough to decide the top telecom stock to buy and the top telecom stocks to sell. The iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF (BATS:IYZ) tracks the performance of the Russell 1000 Telecommunications RIC
Hydrogen stocks are on the rise in recent years, thanks to growing demand for hydrogen fuel cells and eletrolyzers. As governments around the world seek net zero emissions by 2050, it will take more than your traditional solar, wind and nuclear power to reach these ambitious goals. The global hydrogen market is picking up steam.
Penny stocks are generally defined as securities that trade for less than $5 a share. These stocks can be volatile and unpredictable, leading many investors to avoid them. However, some investors with a high tolerance for risk specialize in trading penny stocks. Some have made a fortune doing so. Other investors take long-term positions in
Over the past few years, Amazon’s (NASDAQ:AMZN) performance has been a roller-coaster ride. AMZN stock plummeted by 50% from January to December 2022 as market concerns grew about the impact of inflation and potential interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. However, in 2023, the stock has been on fire, substantially undoing a big chunk
There are forever stocks that investors hold permanently because of the founders and management. Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) comes to mind with Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger. Then there are lifelong stock investments that turn out to be spectacular bets 30 years later. Monster Beverage (NASDAQ:MNST) comes to mind. It delivered a 30-year total return of
The stock market is an unpredictable master. Over decades, Wall Street can transform you into a millionaire, but can lose you money in any given year. That’s why it’s best to be patient and buy the best dividend paying stocks over time. Dividend stocks have a proven track record of success. There is not been
Many growth stocks that haven’t aligned with Wall Street’s AI fascination this year have been left out of this “bull market,” even with excellent fundamentals. Once smart money starts scanning the market deeper, many such sleeper growth stocks will start a breakout to the upside. Thus, getting in while they are still in the sleeper
Markets continue to trend higher, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average now on the longest win streak in history. The Nasdaq index is up 35% on the year, with the S&P 500 up nearly 20% since Jan. The upsurge is being driven by a number of growth stocks, many of which just reported strong second-quarter
For contrarians seeking significant upside for the second half of this year, the best sleeper stocks may represent an avenue to explore. According to Cambridge University, a sleeper stock is a publicly traded asset that’s currently not performing well. However, it features the potential to suddenly rise considerably higher. Obviously, the main risk associated with
A KKR logo is displayed on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), August 23, 2018. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Private equity firms should be motivated to hunt for deals despite the challenging interest rate environment as the potential purchase price tends to be more in their favor, according to KKR’s Global Co-Head
(Click here to subscribe to the Delivering Alpha newsletter.) The job market may be strong, but the invisible strings that connect workers to their jobs are increasingly weaker. Trends such as “lazy girl jobs” and “quiet quitting” have gone viral in a post-pandemic world where young workers are trading ambition for balance. Actors and writers continue to
Wind and solar will continue to get the lion’s share of the headlines as it relates to the world’s clean energy transition. However, it may also be time for investors to consider investing in clean water stocks as part of a balanced clean energy portfolio. Concerns about water quality will drive the growth in
While macro headwinds continue to affect the performance of penny stocks in general, it’s been largely a different story with the top penny stocks. Among the thousands of stocks trading for $5 per share or less, a select number of them have performed very well in recent months. If you own one or several of
Healthcare continues to be a major industry and economic driver around the world. According to the American Medical Association, spending on healthcare in the U.S. totals more than $4 trillion each year, which works out to nearly $13,000 per person. And the amount being spent on health is forecast to continue rising in coming years
Investing can be challenging for those seeking stable and promising long-term investments. These three deep-value stocks to buy from well-established companies have the essential qualities that make them attractive for the long haul. These stocks have experienced significant growth through comprehensive strategy, impressive revenues, customer centric focus and a strong market presence. They are also
A Southwest Airlines aircraft at a gate at AustinBergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, Texas, US, on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. Jordan Vonderhaar | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in early morning trading. Southwest Airlines — The carrier slid 6% premarket after reporting a mixed financial update early Thursday. Southwest
Biotechnology is one of the most exciting and innovative sectors in the market, offering investors the potential for high returns coupled with groundbreaking discoveries. However, due to regulatory hurdles, clinical failures and intense competition, biotech investing also comes with high risks. Therefore, it is important to pick quality biotech stocks that have a competitive edge,
If you spend enough time in the stock market, you’ll inevitably run into consumer stocks. I like consumer stocks because they can be good buys during a robust economy. It’s also possible to find some undervalued consumer stocks when the market takes a turn lower because some consumer segments are less resistant to recessions –