Stocks to buy

Amidst the volatility, the major indices have been marginally higher in 2023. This was expected, with 2022 being the worst year for equities since the financial crisis of 2008. While the index points to some stability and recovery, there are selected themes and stocks that are surging higher. As an example, Marathon Digital’s (NASDAQ:MARA) stock has surged

Let’s first understand what hyper-growth stocks truly are in order to understand the real potential here. Hyper-growth generally refers to companies that provide a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of at least 40%, whereas growth stocks generally clock in at around a 20% CAGR.  Indeed, this is an important differentiating factor. That’s because the 40% annual

Investors in EV stocks may have noticed amplified volatility of late. Overarching macroeconomic concerns suggest that large discretionary purchases will continue to face headwinds. Consumers continue to be willing to splurge on small luxuries, but car purchases are entirely different.  Further, overzealous sales expectations, differing outlooks on profitability timelines, and lower-than-expected EV tax credits may

The upcoming summer driving season and last month’s soft inflation report warrant a look at the energy stocks to explode as oil prices soar. Energy markets have been incredibly volatile since the start of the year. Oil prices have taken a hit on the back of high-interest rates, seasonal weaknesses, and the slowdown in economic

Biology is the study of life. And synthetic biology is the creation of new life for new purposes. Ever since the Green Revolution of the 1970s, synthetic biology has allowed us to make new crops, drugs, and additives for profit and to make the world a better place. But the true promise of synthetic biology

In good times and bad, investors want the best dividend stocks for passive income. However, it’s more than just Googling the top dividend names or biggest yields. In fact, there are a lot of considerations that should go into picking out bargain dividend stocks to boost your passive income. Passive income translates to “hands-off.” While this

When it comes to very undervalued penny stocks to buy in May, investors have many choices. Run a stock screener, and you’ll find hundreds of stocks, whether on major U.S. exchanges, or in the over-the-counter (OTC) market, that trade at either a low earnings multiple, or a discount to tangible book value. However, there are a

Warren Buffett is credited with saying that his preferred length of time for owning a stock is forever. To give credit where credit is due, the Oracle of Omaha does put his money where his mouth is. Buffett’s holding company, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A) has several must-have dividend stocks for long-term investing. Buffett has said those

Even though the technology sector has had a challenging few months, tech stocks are an excellent investment for growth investors. You just need to know where to look. Tech stocks are attractive because they represent companies on the cutting edge of innovation. The companies representing tech stocks are developing and manufacturing software, hardware, semiconductors and

While the recent slow activity in the major indices clouds the narrative, you can still enjoy opportunities for growth stocks that could double your money. To be sure, you must be willing to accept some risks. However, if the circumstances hit just right, these ideas can help get your portfolio on the right track quickly.

After its post-earnings surge last month, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock has held steady, but it’s clear that enthusiasm is waning. A big reason for this has to do with how well shares in the Facebook and Instagram parent have performed in recent months. Since the start of 2023, META is up by more than 89%.

We previously pointed to Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock as a great way to get exposure to the artificial intelligence revolution. A month later, Microsoft is still a dominator in the AI arms race among mega-cap tech firms. Plus, Microsoft’s cloud segment results are undeniable. All in all, the aren’t any glaring red flags for prospective Microsoft investors, though

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I believe that Meta (NASDAQ:META) is benefitting from improving U.S. advertising trends, and the company appears to have greatly dialed back its ill-fated, expensive forays into the metaverse, pleasing many large investors. Moreover, Mark Zuckerberg’s company has launched a number of much more promising initiatives. Still, Meta continues to face tough competition and, after climbing

Everyone who invests in growth stocks hopes that one of their holdings will become the next Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX), the next Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), or the next Facebook. In other words, they’re looking for names that can transform, or disrupt, entire sectors. I believe that in the current era, which features several truly transformative technologies — such

In uncertain times, capital protection rather than appreciation should be a priority for investors. One way to accomplish this is by selecting super safe stocks to protect your portfolio. Although these safe stock picks might decline during market turmoil, they hold up better than the overall market. So, why should you consider these safe stock

When searching for the best AI stock hidden gems, you must decide how you want to bet on artificial intelligence. If you’re looking for pure plays, you’re better off going with stocks like Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). But if you’re willing to think outside the box, there are a multitude of other companies that

In 2020, a bunch of electric vehicle startups went public in hopes of capitalizing on surging EV interest and becoming the next Tesla (TSLA).  Three years later, those EV makers have learned that becoming the next Tesla is no easy task.  A few have closed shop. Last summer, electric van maker Electric Last Mile Solutions

When investors are looking for dividend stocks to buy, they may not immediately think of technology stocks. After all, tech stocks are generally associated with capital gains through share price appreciation, not dividends, since many tech stocks do not pay dividends. However, this has begun to change. The technology sector contains many reliable, high-yield dividend

The consumer sector was beaten down in 2022. That’s because many Americans began to pull back spending due to rising inflation. But there is some indication that demand remains steady. And although there is still a risk premium in equities, it can be time to think about dividend stock picks for a consumer sector rally.