Considering the slowdown in the world’s second-largest economy, it’s probably the right time to think about some Chinese stocks to sell. China barely escaped contraction during the second quarter as consumer and manufacturing activity slowed down in the face of repeated lockdowns. Retail and industrial sales came in weaker-than-expected, while youth unemployment rates hit almost
What Is Contribution Margin? The contribution margin can be stated on a gross or per-unit basis. It represents the incremental money generated for each product/unit sold after deducting the variable portion of the firm’s costs. The contribution margin is computed as the selling price per unit, minus the variable cost per unit. Also known as
Profit margins are perhaps one of the simplest and most widely used financial ratios in corporate finance. A company’s profit is calculated at three levels on its income statement, starting with the most basic—gross profit—and building up to the most comprehensive: net profit. Between these two lies operating profit. All three have corresponding profit margins
There are plenty of stocks under $10 out there, but choosing a good one isn’t easy. Investors who survived 2022’s bear market rout either are cash rich or hold energy stocks. In the former scenario, portfolios that avoided losing money in stocks will have money to invest. Stocks under $10 (not that are two or
In general, finding small-cap stocks to buy can be somewhat fraught. These are stocks with market capitalizations between roughly $300 million and $2 billion. They also tend to be riskier than large-cap names. Revenue and profits of small-cap stocks tend to be much lower than those of their large-cap peers, while the small caps’ debt-revenue
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) stock has come back into the spotlight over the past month. Due to several developments throughout August, shares in the electric vehicle (EV) maker briefly experienced renewed enthusiasm. However, I wouldn’t view any of these developments as a signal to buy. Recent progress notwithstanding, the big concerns/red flags with this stock continue
What’s wrong with the American tax system? Depending on their perspectives, taxpayers complain about a wide range of features. However, a recent study by the Pew Research Center reveals that a majority express a concern that the system is unfair. They believe that it often requires low- and middle-income individuals to pay taxes on a
Vertical farming may answer the question of how to feed a growing population amid increasingly unpredictable weather conditions due to climate change. The novel approach seeks to provide long-term, sustainable solutions and has drawn investor interest in vertical farming stocks. The vertical farming market is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of more
In this article LULU PD AVGO Pedestrians wearing protective masks walk past a Lululemon store in San Francisco, California, on Monday, March 29, 2021. David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in after-hours trading. Lululemon — Shares of activewear brand Lululemon jumped 9.4% after the company reported quarterly
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who’ve been laid off or furloughed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, your cash flow may have slowed to a trickle or stopped altogether. But the bills, of course, just keep on coming. It helps to have a plan to manage your finances until the crisis
Roughly 9.7 million people identify as American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN), either alone or in combination with one or more races, according to the most recent census report from 2020. This represents about 2.9% of the total U.S. population. A number of programs have been created to serve the needs of this part of
If you’re looking to buy cryptocurrencies, you can choose between Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins. There are, however, also indirect ways of exploring the crypto world. Here’s a closer look at what you need to know if you want to invest in crypto without buying crypto. Key Takeways Cryptocurrency is a relatively new investment with
Generally speaking, you want to focus your investments on companies with strong fundamentals, not just on companies that meet a certain price metric, such as stocks under $15. However, certain public firms offer compelling narratives that patient buyers can hold for the long run. To be clear, these stocks under $15 (as of this writing)
The Biden administration nominated a team of “liberal and centrist economic advisers” to help him steer America’s recovery. Here are the administration’s top picks. Key Takeaways President Biden won the 2020 election and nominated former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen to be his treasury secretary. Shalanda Young, current OMB acting director, has been nominated as
On today’s show, I talk with energy and mining experts, Marty Bent and Harry Sudock. We talk about whether Bitcoin energy consumption is a concern and we also address concerns about mining being to concentrated in China. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – Does China control all the Bitcoin mining? – Bitcoin uses so much
What is Overhead Supply? It is an area of resistance where there is more supply than you think. Example: If a stock is trading at $50 per share and has done a lot of trading at this level, eventually it will dip back down and may hit $20 per share. Many of the traders at
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) is a global leader in defense-related products. Formed after a merger of Lockheed Corp. and Martin Marietta in 1995, the company’s largest customer is the U.S. government, which in 2021 represented 71% of net sales. Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., the company employs roughly 114,000 workers and generates almost $67 billion in revenue
People walk into a store along a busy shopping street in Manhattan on December 10, 2021 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images Job growth in August likely slowed from July’s frenzied pace, but it is still expected to have been quite strong, with broad-based hiring across many sectors. Monthly jobs data is
Today I will discuss hydrogen stocks that could do well in the final months of 2022. Many nations are taking steps to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, putting alternative energy shares in the limelight and providing positive catalysts for hydrogen stocks as well. According to the U. S. Department of Energy, “Once produced, hydrogen generates electrical
Dividends vs. Buybacks: An Overview Many companies reward their shareholders in two ways—by paying dividends or buying back shares. An increasing number of blue chips, or well-established companies, are doing both. Paying dividends and stock buybacks make a potent combination that can significantly boost shareholder returns. But which is better—stock buybacks or dividends? A dividend payment