With higher interest rates, there has been an increasing concern about a potential recession in the United States. A decline in retail sales in the last two months of 2022 was concerning. However, retail sales surged in January, increasing by the most in two years. With the strong resilience shown by the consumer sector, it might
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After plunging earlier this month, due to the poorly-received launch of its A.I. platform Bard, the dust seems to have settled when it comes to Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG,GOOGL). GOOG stock has found support in the mid-$90s per share. Some investors may see this as a sign that now is the right time to enter/add to a
Investors are always looking for ways to navigate market volatility, especially as the global economic outlook remains uncertain. One approach to counter market fluctuations is to seek out the best mining stocks to buy. Mining companies are generally less vulnerable to economic instability as they provide the raw materials essential to various industries such as
Wagering on smart city stocks could be a fascinating long-term investing move. Over the past few years, local organizations have had to undergo rapid digital transformation following the step-changes brought about by the pandemic. This also resulted in an increased push towards improved infrastructure at a local level. Smart cities are now rising to critical
After pulling back due to disappointing delivery numbers, shares in China-based electric vehicle maker Nio (NYSE:NIO) have found support at around $10 per share. Investors bullish on NIO stock may believe this is a great entry point. In their view, the stock could hold steady at these price levels, then zoom back later this year.
Not long ago, SeqLL (NASDAQ:SQL) was in the headlines because it announced a two-year agreement with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). After this event, SQL stock experienced a great deal of volatility, and this may be a deal-breaker for cautious financial traders. Hailing from Massachusetts, SeqLL describes itself as “providing life sciences instrumentation and research
Technology stocks are leading the market once again. While things have gotten a little messier since the January rally that kicked off the year, the tech-laden Nasdaq index remains up 10% in 2023. Tech stocks are rebounding following a brutal selloff in 2022 that dragged the Nasdaq lower by more than 30%. Many tech stocks
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If you’re a risk-averse investor, there are many dividend stocks to buy and hold that will amplify your returns with minimal downside risk. Many inelastic businesses generate substantial cash and have high payout ratios. Even in the worst-case scenario, cash-rich companies will remain stable and pay dividends while retaining modest upside potential. These stocks are
It’s easy to forget the opportunities in dividend-paying industrial stocks. Let’s face it – the industrial segment isn’t the most exciting sector out there. However, it’s one of the most dependable because of its extraordinary relevance, particularly to infrastructure. In addition, recent dynamics bolster the case for dividend-paying industrial stocks. First, the passage of the Bipartisan
Fidelity Investments fund manager Peter Lynch popularized the idea of investing in what you know. He believed that people could often find the best opportunities in popular consumer stocks that frequently and consistently deliver value for their customers. Lynch’s track record is one of the best in the history of the mutual fund industry. And his
With the Federal Reserve committed to containing previously skyrocketing inflation, a sense of urgency and direction may benefit certain stocks with more upside potential. True, this year has already witnessed a solid performance in the market. Under common investing tactics, now may be a time to unwind certain hot players before they grow cold. Nevertheless,
It’s February, and Valentine’s Day is on everyone’s mind. People bought candy, cards, flowers, jewelry and clothing and ate out at restaurants. The National Retail Federation estimated that consumers would spend $25.9 billion on Valentine’s Day. As a result, companies providing these products and services can make suitable investments. Moreover, they often have market leadership
Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) COO Andrew Watterson appeared before a Senate panel on Feb. 9 investigating what happened in December that forced the airline to cancel thousands of flights, stranding passengers trying to get places over the holidays. Because of the debacle, between Dec. 1 and Dec. 28, LUV stock lost 20% of its value. Fortunately
Investors are teetering on the brink of madness, with inflation, fears of recession, and the potential for higher interest rates. However, in order to keep one’s sanity (and protect one’s portfolio), focusing on strong dividend stocks is an increasingly popular strategy. Dividend stocks that provide monthly payouts – even better. Of course, the list of monthly
We’re still early on in 2023, but there continues to be attractive investment opportunities in this market. Given the uncertainties on the macroeconomic front, I would prefer to remain overweight in dividend-paying blue-chip stocks. However, for the riskier part of the portfolio, there are some non-speculative penny stocks to consider. With markets clearly not in
Given the pressures we’re seeing in many areas of the economy, it’s no surprise that businesses are feeling the heat. That’s got us looking at a few stocks on bankruptcy watch. When it comes to investing, the dreaded “B-word” tends to evoke a strong reaction from investors. Suddenly, no one seems to want to own
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AI penny stocks provide investors with higher-risk, higher-upside exposure to companies specializing in developing or utilizing artificial intelligence technology. Since these stocks trade at a relatively low price per share and may be relatively unproven, operating in niche areas of the market, there’s more to be gained by a correct bet on these stocks. Indeed, AI penny stocks