The stock market has indeed had an impressive run in the first half of the year, with the Nasdaq leading the charge and posting record gains. This bullish trend might have left some investors feeling a sense of FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out). However, it’s important to remember that the market is vast and filled
Dividend payments typically reach shareholders quarterly or annually in the stock market. However, some companies, particularly Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), distribute dividends monthly. Their predictable monthly rent payments make it easy to follow this pattern. Yet, most stocks don’t operate this way, hence the more common quarterly or annual payouts. These are also some
On today’s show, we talk to Bitcoin legal expert, Caitlin Long, about how U.S. States like Wyoming are establishing laws to support Bitcoin and digital currencies moving forward. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – What states like Wyoming are doing to attract Bitcoin companies into the state – How the definition of legal tender impacts
It is important to have a diversified portfolio in order to minimize risk. What Is Diversification? -A variety in your pool (a mix of companies, e.g. tech, oil, industrial, pharmaceutical) -You want to have a mix of industries so that if one industry has a bad year, the rest of your investments still have the
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I’m willing to bet every reader of this article is sick and tired of inflation, which, although falling, remains above 4%. It has hurt stock portfolios, the economy overall, and seems to exact its toll everywhere you go. The good news is dividend stocks to beat inflation offer one method by which investors can safely navigate
For investors, knowing when to cut ties with dead-end stock picks is always a challenge. It’s easy to remain idle in the hope that a given weak investment will suddenly turn positive. As Warren Buffett said, “Inactivity strikes us as intelligent behavior.” He meant that holding onto investments in fundamentally strong, profitable firms should be
As part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, President Joe Biden has kicked off more than $42 billion to accelerate high-speed internet access, thus boding well for so-called Biden broadband stocks. According to CNBC, the effort aims to provide the aforementioned access to every American household by 2030. To be sure, the Biden Administration
Preparing for a recession at this juncture seems a ridiculous concept at this juncture. As CNBC pointed out late last week, the Federal Reserve’s key inflation measure showed that prices increased by just 0.3% in May, favorably below expectations. Put another way, disinflation is occurring which means that recession-proof stocks are only for worrywarts, right?
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, has proven to be a maverick stock-picker of our time. Her popular Cathie Wood stock picks have helped build shareholder value for its avid followers. Her investment funds, tracked by the market punditry, hold shares across various stocks. To be fair, several of these have faced the music in
Battered stocks to buy usually represent the exclusive avenue of the extreme speculator. As many beginner investors often find out, you don’t want to take the buy low, sell high adage blindly without conducting serious due diligence. Essentially, when public enterprises print red ink, they end up printing even more red ink, not transitioning to
As we venture into July, the hunt for momentum stocks to buy is heating up. A few of the market’s top performers are potentially on the brink of a breakout. Some factors fueling their surge relate to strong earnings reports, the release of innovative new products, and an uptick in investor sentiment. These high-octane stocks
Selling certain stocks now is recommended even though conditions are improving for the stock market. For 2023’s first half, the benchmark S&P 500 Index gained 16%. The technology-laden Nasdaq Index increased 33%, its best first half performance since 1983. While tech stocks have led the year-to-date rally, especially artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, the rally is
Investing in growth stocks offers the potential for significant gains but also carries higher risks. These stocks, exemplified by the likes of Google, Facebook, and Amazon, have the capacity to deliver substantial percentage increases. However, investing in growth stocks requires careful consideration and understanding of the associated challenges. Here are my three top picks for
The media business is in a tough spot. The continued migration of news and information online has challenged traditional news outlets ranging from newspapers and magazines to television and radio. In recent months, The Los Angeles Times newspaper announced that it is eliminating 13% of its staff due to declining advertising revenue. BuzzFeed News announced
Building long-term wealth requires patience. Instead of short-term trading, it requires finding companies that can compound for decades. Long-term investment stocks will deliver outstanding returns in the long run as they increase revenues and compound earnings. Selecting wealth building stocks requires an understanding of themes and trends underpinning growth. Secular trends can support growth for decades and
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 in midday trading. Electric vehicles — Electric vehicle makers such as Rivian Automotive surged following Tesla’s better-than-expected second-quarter production and
Few stock strategies have a better track record of success than dividend investing. That’s because companies that pay dividends are typically businesses that are themselves successful and profitable. The evidence shows that dividend stocks can withstand the vagaries of stock market cycles and outperform those companies that don’t pay a dividend. Hartford Financial Services (NYSE:HIG)
Over the last decade, numerous electric vehicle (EV) companies have come and not-yet-gone. Some were hyped as Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) killers, while others claimed they’d carve their own niche. Yet many remain highly overvalued and speculative, with too few sales and excessively poor margins to justify their current stock price. The EV stock crash of the
In this article TSLA HAL 9868-HK PDD Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT In this photo illustration, the Tesla, Inc. logo is displayed on a smartphone screen. Rafael Henrique | Lightrocket | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. Tesla — Tesla shares popped nearly 7% after the electric vehicle company