At first glance, the concept of acquiring the best retail stocks might seem counterintuitive. After all, it wasn’t that long ago that government agencies removed Covid-19 restrictions. Prior to that event, the pandemic wrought significant devastation on the global economy. So, acquiring equity in retailers – whether discretionary or otherwise – seems risky. People should

The best Esports stocks are booming as the sector pounced on robust momentum. The sector is hitting its stride again after slumping post-pandemic. During the pandemic years, we saw a massive surge in video game sales. This laid the groundwork for sustained growth in the industry. However, the past couple of years were a struggle

For investors uncertain about broader market dynamics, real estate investment trusts or REITs offer an excellent avenue to put your money to work. I think it’s safe to say that the number one reason people consider this sector is the often-robust passive income potential. In other words, you’re putting your money to good use. That’s

Several high-profile stock splits have occurred recently. First, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) decided to implement a 10-for-1 stock split which took effect June 10. Shares are up slightly since then after a period of rapid price increases and subsequent cooling. The stock more than doubled in 2024 causing the price to own a single share of Nvidia

Promising new IPOs are once again on everyone’s mind after a healthy first half, which saw 96 IPOs registered in the U.S., with 66 IPOs filed on the Nasdaq alone, netting $8.7 billion, clearly indicating investor confidence is on its way back. IPOs are sluggish in Asia-Pacific but growing in the Americas and EMEIA (Europe,

You get what you pay for – you’ve heard this adage before. And in most cases, it’s a true statement, especially in the market. Too many times, new investors are led astray by the promise of cheap stocks under $10, only to find out a hard lesson afterward. Nevertheless, the concept continues to be popular

Travel is back in a big way. A record number of people are traveling for the July 4 holiday. In fact, 71 million Americans are hitting the road, taking to the skies and traversing waterways, according to data from the American Automobile Association (AAA). Travel is now well above pre-pandemic levels. For Independence Day this

The biotech industry has fallen on hard times over the last few years, no thanks to venture capital drying up, tighter regulatory conditions and the harsh reality of the post-pandemic healthcare environment. As a result, biotech breakthrough stocks fell out of favor with investors and were among the worst performers in the stock market.  However,

Down but not out, quantum computing stocks are a buy on excessive weakness. For one, as noted by McKinsey, quantum computing could help solve the most complex problems faster than ever before. Two, as noted by Time, quantum computing could help solve “complex problems that currently take the most powerful supercomputer several years could potentially be

One of the best ways to spot smaller opportunities is by tracking small-cap stocks with insider buying. After all, if the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, board member, or director is buying, it’s a good idea to start looking into why. That’s because they’re typically privy to information on new products, competition and the

The Magnificent 7 stocks represent a group of the largest technology companies known for their substantial market influence and growth potential. As of July 2024, these stocks continue to be favored by investors due to their robust performance and future prospects. These companies are characterized by their leadership in various cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial

Sometimes, consistently performing stocks aren’t the headliners that financial media flocks to. Often less volatile with fewer quarter-to-quarter variations, consistently performing stocks tend to typify the “boring but reliable” stock segment. In a market full of growth-at-all-costs and high-flying tech, it’s no wonder these consistently performing stocks go unnoticed by most. But that’s a mistake.

Penny stocks are some of the best investments if you are looking for high-risk, high-reward bets to quintuple your money. That’s definitely easier said than done since most penny stocks in the market have loss-making underlying businesses and a lot of dilution. However, it is still possible if you look at up-and-coming startups in sectors

When used judiciously, small-cap stocks can juice your portfolio’s long-term returns. Morningstar.com portfolio strategist Amy Arnott discussed using small caps within a portfolio in June. The discussion was part of a series to help investors put together sound portfolios.  “In theory, smaller companies have more room to grow because they haven’t yet reached their full

The Dow 30 is an index of 30 prominent companies that make up the Dow Jones Industrial Average (the Dow). The Dow is price-weighted, so it generally includes companies with large market capitalizations. That said, long-term investors tend to own one or more Dow stocks for long-term growth.   Through a combination of stock price appreciation

To me, it’s a foreign concept that some investors steer clear of dividend stocks. Sure, they don’t exactly have a reputation for being chart-toppers. However, considering yields plus potential returns, you might be looking at your next portfolio mainstay. It sounds like an oxymoron, but trust me, it is possible. As a bona-fide dividend stock

One of the critical components of the investing world is the proliferation and understanding of analyst predictions. That’s because most retail investors prefer to research consumer information regarding stock picks through the calculations of those deemed more experienced in understanding financial fundamentals. No industry is this speculation more important than in biotech. This is where