Japanese bank Mizuho recently issued a note on consumer stocks that’s mostly in-line with my own positive view on the sector. Specifically, the bank is upbeat on consumer names because of “The underpinnings of healthy employment and real wage growth.” Moreover, Mizuho noted that multiple measures of consumer spending have been improving. Indeed, U.S. retail
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Sports-minded investors may be getting ready to watch their favorite team play in the “Big Dance” which is March Madness. But there are some stocks making investors dance for madness of a different kind. Investors who own Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) know that madness refers to the booming demand for artificial intelligence (AI). Since the words Chat
In the clamor of the stock market, where massive companies frequently make the news, is the lesser-known but intriguing world of penny stocks. Three penny stocks stand out among the many as possible game changers. The first stock, an industry mainstay, has steadily strengthened its position, paying close attention to risk management procedures and credit
Stocks are at the mercy of many factors, and often, prices are just a poor earnings report or a negative headline away from a significant drop. There are times when nobody has any way of preparing. In many instances, however, early signs of trouble creep in. Sensible investors can identify potential issues from declining financial
With the meteoric rise of the mega-cap tech titans, it’s all too easy to stick with the market’s biggest behemoths. As the stock market becomes more concentrated in the larger-cap names (it’s become incredibly top-heavy over the past year, perhaps too top-heavy), many investors may miss out on the potential of some of the less-crowded,
March 20 is the first day of spring. Not only does the spring equinox usher in longer days, it also signals the start of the 162-game Major League baseball season. It makes me think of which sports stocks to buy and sports stocks to sell before the upcoming summer season. These companies benefit from our
With the stock markets consistently printing new record highs, it is prudent to consider whether it’s time to jump ship on some stocks surging too high, too fast. This is a logical line of inquiry, given the strong rise since marking a bottom back in October. The benchmark S&P 500 index has seen its price-to-earnings
Flying car stocks can mint millionaires. The eVTOL industry is at an interesting point, with several companies headed for commercialization in the next 12 to 24 months. Early-movers will have an advantage in an industry that holds promise for the coming decades. In the last few quarters, flying car stocks have been relatively subdued. However,
Commercial real estate is in dire straits. Skeptics don’t have to look further than “The Monthly Dividend Company,” Realty Income (NYSE:O), a perennial favorite among income and REIT investors for proof. Shares in the top commercial real estate stock are down more than 11% since Jan. 1st with limited upside in sight. The reasons run
Within the investment world, one area shines brightly – the area of developing tech stocks. This future, home to three companies that are more than just enterprises and represent the pinnacle of innovation-driven success, is more than just a fantasy. The first one, with its strong financial foundation, proves one can be resilient in an
It’s safe to say the stock market is on fire right now, with multiple indices hitting record highs recently. However, with interest rates still up and inflation rates showing signs of stickiness, it’s best to be slightly cautious. Moreover, some of the biggest names in the investing punditry have discussed how current trends swing into
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning have proven instrumental in driving the stock market to historic highs recently. It all goes back to the release of OpenAI’s machine learning chatbot ChatGPT, which took everyone by surprise last year and the stock market with it. The result? The tech-heavy S&P 500 index gained a remarkable 30%
Investing in fintech stocks can help you go from a six-figure portfolio to a seven-figure portfolio. Prudent investing and focusing on long-term outcomes can make a difference in your financial wealth. Diversifying your portfolio into various sectors can mitigate risk and enable more growth opportunities. Several leading corporations operate in the fintech industry and reward
Stock splits are a common practice for corporations with high stock prices. These splits make it easier for investors to accumulate more shares which can lead to more demand. Many investors feel better about buying multiple shares at a time rather than purchasing a fractional share here and there. Stock splits can generate plenty of
Lithium is a key component of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, which have surged in demand in the past few years. This demand caused some of the best battery stocks to reach record highs in late 2022. However, lithium carbonate prices have fallen more than 64% over the past twelve months. An oversupply of rare earth minerals is one of
IBM (NYSE:IBM) has become one of the unexpected beneficiaries of ‘AI mania,’ with IBM stock hitting price levels not seen since the early 2010s. Shares in this blue-chip have surged over the past year, driven by strong quarterly financial results and a successful AI growth strategy. The market may be overestimating the AI boom’s impact
You can love it or you can hate it. Either way, it’s hard not to have an opinion about electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). Currently, the prevailing sentiment is very negative about TSLA stock. If you’re a true contrarian investor, though, then now’s a great time to pick up some Tesla shares. Granted, it might be difficult
Meta Platforms’ (NASDAQ:META) stock surge continues to be driven by its fundamentals, with robust growth in ad revenue continuing to remain the story with most investors. With over 3 billion daily app users, engagement has soared alongside the company’s stock price. This surge in engagement has allowed META stock to exceed expectations, reporting earnings per
Earlier this month, we provided a warning to prospective investors of China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO). Now, we have more data on Nio, and the bearish argument is only getting stronger. We’re assigning a “D” grade to NIO stock and we don’t recommend buying it now. Nio can use all kinds of tactics, like trying to
Inflation has been the scourge of American households since the Covid-19 disruption. But investors can attempt to beat rising prices with stocks under $20. While these enterprises may be cheap, they potentially offer plenty of pop. Of course, one of the primary catalysts for low-priced securities is the accessibility factor. After all, not every brokerage