I last wrote about dividend stocks yielding 5% and included it in the headline in August 2019. Interest rates were considerably lower then, so 5% was considered a high-yield dividend stock. Fast forward to January 2024. While it’s still a high yield, income investors have more options. For example, a one-year Treasury bill yields about
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Following Bitcoin (BTC-USD) spot ETF approvals from the SEC, there’s no doubt cryptocurrencies will be back and better this 2024. After a long crypto winter, crypto fans and investors are now looking for more tokens that hold potential but are still offered at a low price. While Bitcoin and other mega-cap cryptos may be considered
Cloud computing stocks will continue to be prominent wealth generators for tech-oriented investors. With the emergence of generative AI, investors can continue to benefit from the tailwinds of cloud computing infrastructure. As a central component for businesses, cloud computing will continue to play a significant role in how data is shared, stored, and scaled at
Your money won’t do much good sitting in your bank account because of dismal rates on savings accounts. While there is a benefit to using certificates of deposit to get higher rates, the stock market offers more exciting returns. Most notably, those facing future industry investment opportunities. You may not have to look any further than
Earnings for the fourth and final quarter of 2023 continue to roll in. And, as is often the case, the results are a mixed bag. While many companies, such as Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), are posting big misses, other companies are surprising to the upside, sending their share prices higher as a result. In recent days, several
As Wall Street’s crystal ball, the stock market is giving early signals of a potential re-election for President Joe Biden this year. With the S&P 500 scaling new heights, the buzz among analysts is palpable, which bodes remarkably well for investors to wager on the stocks for the Democratic political climate. If Biden secures a
Shares of fintech firm SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) surged nearly 20% on Monday after the company reported its first-ever profit. Media reports salivated over the 2-cents-per-share earnings, driven by a 44% jump in total new members and strong performance from its tech platform and financial services segments. More upside is likely on the way. SoFi’s fourth-quarter
Biotechnology companies are intriguing investment vehicles because they are part of a pretty speculative industry that allows investors to grow their investments rapidly — if they pick a company before it releases positive results. But on the flip side, a single negative press release could send a stock tumbling with biotech stocks being so volatile.
The athleisure trend is still alive and well. It’s all too convenient for many to go from the mall, home or office to the yoga studio or gym without changing. Given the resilience of today’s leading athleisure brands (especially those in yoga wear), it’s not hard to view the athleisure industry stocks as timeless and
In the intricate tapestry of the stock market, savvy investors often latch on to the golden threads of tax-efficient dividend stocks, effectively weaving through the fabric of the January effect. While the January effect offers a glimpse into the short-term ebbs and flows of the market, the pursuit of tax-efficient dividend stocks stands as a
Amidst the myriad investment options, the allure of high dividend stocks emerges as a beacon for those seeking returns and a reliable income stream. Picture this, a world where your investments not only yield dividends but also echo a harmony of responsible business practices. In this context, this triumvirate of three distinct entities converge on
For investors, small-cap stocks can be a great idea. They offer an opportunity for massive growth potential that can often outpace even a blue-chip stock. Small-cap stocks have relatively low market capitalization, ranging from several hundred million to $1 billion and more. If one of these names takes fire, it’s much easier to double market
It’s been a tough road for Ford (NYSE:F) as the company attempts to navigate the challenging U.S. electric vehicle market. Demand for EVs hasn’t been as intense as some investors may have hoped. Nevertheless, Ford CEO Jim Farley remains optimistic and F stock is a terrific deal at its current price. At least, the United
As you may know, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock was trending lower ahead of this week’s quarterly earnings release. But instead of shares surging back upon the unveiling of positive surprises/”less bad” results, the market reacted negatively to the company’s latest financials, and to updates to guidance provided by CEO Elon Musk. Still, even as shares have
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock just recently hit a huge milestone, becoming the second company behind Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) to reach the $3 trillion market cap status. The prospects of artificial intelligence have Wall Street excited, as MSFT stock is at the forefront of this revolutionary technology. Generative AI is arguably one of the most important technologies since
In 2023, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) surpassed expectations as its share price skyrocketed roughly 300%, making this stock quite the standout in the digital asset market. This will have important implications for COIN investors. That said, even with its recent increase tied to France’s regulatory clearance, COIN stock still rests 55% below its 2021 peak. Coinbase and Bitcoin
For the better part of the past few years, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock has fluctuated between a rather tight range of $5 and $10 per share. However, just before the end of last year, this stock touched the high end of this range, signaling some strong potential momentum. And while SOFI stock has given up
Based on the latest headlines, investors might be tempted to ignore the viability of underappreciated value stocks. Primarily, the latest reports indicate that the economy grew at a much more rapid pace than experts anticipated in the fourth quarter. As well, inflation eased, making the Federal Reserve’s ability to engineer a soft landing seem rather
While it doesn’t seem like it when you’re young, aging happens to everyone and therefore, so-called AgeTech stocks should benefit from inevitability. A buzzword for age-related technology, this concept refers to a rapidly growing field focused on developing and applying innovative solutions to improve the lives of senior citizens. The segment encompasses the full range
In the space of tech and commerce, certain industry titans emerge as the architects of leading innovations. Three companies stand at the forefront, each pioneering groundbreaking advancements in their respective domains. The first one’s prowess in semiconductor technology, the second one’s strides in AI hardware, and the third one’s e-commerce juggernaut status reveal a glimpse