Lost in all the headlines about the Magnificent 7 companies was the previous gang of high-growth tech stocks known as FAANG. The acronym represents five well-known tech companies: Facebook, now Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) and Google, now Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL). The term “FAANG stocks” was coined by Jim Cramer back
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The financial markets in 2024 will be pulsating with transformative opportunities driven by companies poised to redefine industries. This is leading to several 2024 investment trends making themselves known, and several stocks gaining traction. Three distinct stocks illuminate diverse sectors, suggesting robustness, technological innovation, and strategic positioning. The first one’s astute market navigation in the
The global energy market remains volatile with several developments pushing it in different directions. Crude oil prices are down to start the new year on news of a sharp price cut by Saudi Arabia and a rise in production among members of the the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+). The
The pet care industry went through a massive growth spurt during the pandemic when it seemed everyone had to own a companion pet. This lit a fire under pet care stocks. Sadly for the animals themselves, adults have grown tired of the idea of pet ownership or can’t afford the ongoing costs, and this has
While capital appreciation is vital, dividends are also important to total returns. Dividend stocks for consistent income provide both and are often more stable. Your portfolio can be a reliable source of income if you pick the right dividend stocks. There are numerous dividend stocks for consistent income that pay out dividends frequently, either monthly
In 2023, electric vehicle sales surpassed 1 million units. But, the past few months showed lower production, slowing demand, and reduced EV investments. Despite macroeconomic challenges, certain EV stocks performed well at year’s end. The EV industry, seen as a lucrative future investment, stands out due to its relative newness. Compare it to mature markets
Cloud computing refers to all of the infrastructure required to store and host the internet and its websites including servers, data centers, storage, networking, and development tools located off premises. Individual users and institutional users alike utilize the cloud. Those services and infrastructure continue to grow at a rapid pace making cloud stocks an important
There can be temporary headwinds even for sectors that have multi-decade growth opportunities. These headwinds provide an opportunity for fresh entry for investors who have missed the previous sector rally. The electric vehicle sector has faced challenges in the form of intensifying competition, macroeconomic headwinds, and supply-chain concerns. Geopolitical tensions have also impacted growth, resulting
For years, big data has been quite the abstract theme for many investors who aren’t well-versed in data science. Indeed, many investors may still misunderstand what firms within the big data space bring to the table. From the analytics of massive data sets to tools that help enterprises better manage, visualize and interpret vast troves
The future of the U.S. economy is promising, marked by a robust recovery in the travel sector. In fact, spending and air passenger numbers are exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Leisure travel is resilient, and business and group bookings are on the rise, indicating a positive trend. International outbound travel is rebounding, contributing to a favorable outlook.
The best way to grow your money is to put it in the right place. While investing in the stock market is a smart move, investing in dividend stocks is even better. If you are someone who enjoys passive income, you need to look for companies that have a strong dividend history, a stable balance
Investors often gravitate toward growth stocks in the pursuit of maximum returns. While blue-chip stocks offer a safer approach, growth-oriented investments contain more risk but far more upside. Some growth stocks generate more returns in one year than the S&P 500 can muster in five years. When growth stocks gain momentum, they can soar quickly. Some growth
The technological advances of this new era, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, open the way to new tools such as Autonomous Driving. They are no longer things of a distant future but are already part of our present and companies are working and developing their potential to apply it to their business models.
China-based Nio (NYSE:NIO) emerges as a standout value in 2024, despite ongoing losses—a common trend among EV manufacturers. Analysts project profitability by 2026. This will have important implications for NIO stock. As the leading Chinese EV manufacturer, experienced a significant stock boost following a substantial $2.2 billion investment from CYVN Holdings. Market confidence soared, with NIO
Post-pandemic, the global bio-pharmaceutical sector, often overlooked, presents undervalued opportunities, notably in blue-chip stocks like Pfizer (NYSE:PFE). Following a 42% correction in the past year, PFE stock, with a 5.84% dividend yield, appears promising for 2024. The company anticipates $60 billion in revenue, signaling 9% year-on-year growth, supported by a compelling product pipeline. Here are
The appeal of finding the best dividend stocks will be a growing trend for decades to come. Investors often find themselves sacrificing income for growth, and that doesn’t always have to be the case. A unique class of dividend growth companies exists that can provide their shareholders with the best of both worlds. Identifying these dividend stocks
There are ample evidences that suggest that the “buy and hold” strategy is possibly the best way to make millions from the market. While many investors can screen good ideas, there is lack of patience when it comes to holding stocks. The millionaire-making secret is to hold high-growth stocks that represent businesses with potential and
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) took the spotlight on Wall Street last year as the demand for artificial intelligence hardware soared. Don’t assume that another company has to take Nvidia’s place in 2024, though. NVDA stock fully deserves an “A” grade as a prime momentum play that’s actually a good value, as well. The idea here isn’t to try to pick the
The metaverse is working to revolutionize the world, including sectors like entertainment and education. Here we look at the top metaverse stock picks for 2024 and beyond. The concept of the metaverse has evolved in recent years into a tangible near-term reality pursued by major companies such as Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) (formerly Facebook) and decentralized
United States equities may be on the rise again after a troublesome start to 2024. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed up on Monday with former up 1.4% and the latter appreciating 2.2%. While stocks may be back on the rise, equities investors may want to reconsider putting money in innovative companies. Given the traction