Stocks to buy

Electric vehicle (EV) stocks are in a tizzy, communicated by Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) more than 40% year-to-date slump. If that doesn’t provide enough evidence, consider the Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF‘s (NASDAQ:DRIV) near 10% year-to-date drawdown. Although recent results show that EV stocks are under pressure, key metrics indicate numerous EV stocks are oversold. For

The U.S. economy holds promise with the rapid growth of robotics stocks and automation across industries. Companies increasingly invest in automated systems, expecting significant improvements in output quality, efficiency and uptime. The retail and consumer goods sector, in particular, is poised to lead this automation wave, with substantial capital allocations planned over the next five

In a bull market, the role of blue-chip stocks is often understated. Investors look for growth stocks with millionaire-maker potential. However, when markets are volatile or trending lower, blue-chip stocks are a fortress for the portfolio. With relatively volatile market conditions, this column discusses three undervalued blue-chip dividend stocks to consider. It’s worth noting that

Consumers and small businesses need easy access to cash for important purchases. Fintech companies offer these services and several perks to entice individuals to work with them over the competition. The industry has gotten more competitive as digital banks and fintech companies have sprouted up. Financial institutions no longer need vast networks to compete if

The majority of leading global indices reached new highs in 2024, fueled by loose financial conditions and burgeoning enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI). In the U.S., this rally pushed the S&P 500 to fresh highs. And unwavering investor optimism and the prospect of stocks joining the trillion-dollar club maintained the surge. Historically, the markets prefer

Artificial intelligence is a big business and it will likely get bigger, possibly boding well for AI penny stocks. While extremely speculative, these ideas present enormous upside potential. They could be ideal for those who can stomach extreme volatility. Now, let me just be straightforward. AI penny stocks are akin to knife fights. When you

Investing in biotech stocks is not for the faint of heart. The sector is prone to wild swings in stock prices, offering a distinctive blend of high risk and high reward. The companies in the biotech space are consistently pushing the envelope, making them excellent investment opportunities in a perfect storm situation. One of the

Investors accumulate growth stocks with the hopes of outperforming the stock market. Some of these investments produce substantial returns for patient investors, but the key is sticking with successful corporations over the long run. Some investors sell their shares too early and miss out on significant gains. While it makes sense to sell shares in

For investors, identifying strong strategic potential is necessary for spotting profitable investment prospects. Bearing this in mind, three businesses are captivating the attention of astute investors, offering an attractive chance to create millionaire stocks. These businesses have established strong market positions through calculated risks that should yield generous rewards. The first business, for instance, has

Marijuana legalization may be inching closer in the U.S. but it just became a reality in Germany. As of April 1, Germans can now legally grow up to three marijuana plants for personal use. They can also possess up to 50 grams at home and up to 25 grams in public.  Starting July 1, people

Are we headed for a repeat of 2022’s brutal selloff? While no one can predict the future with certainty, current market trends are raising some ominous red flags. After a meteoric rally fueled by the AI craze, many investors seem to be taking profits off the table. And who can blame them? The surge we’ve

Gold has rallied to record highs, hitting $2,350 per ounce after testing investor patience. A shift toward bullish sentiment is clearly prompting a closer look at gold stocks (and particularly gold miners). Investors look for steady places to hide out, in the event volatility spikes with what many believe could be an incoming downturn. Bitcoin

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock shines among the Magnificent Seven. The launch of LLaMA 3 signals ongoing innovation, likely propelling Meta’s market-leading growth. Meta’s stock, lingering near $500 for weeks, closed at $499.76 on Tuesday. Optimistically ahead of Q1 earnings, analysts foresee the potential for shares to surpass $600. UBS upgraded Meta to a Buy, setting

As an investor with significant positions in equities, I am an optimist. However, it’s important to be realistic at the same time. This helps in readjusting the portfolio depending on macroeconomic, geopolitical, and other headwinds. In my view, potential delay in rate cuts is likely to make the market nervous as it might imply a

Because dividend investing has such an impressive track record of beating non-dividend-paying stocks, many investors buy Dividend Aristocrats for their portfolios. It’s not a bad strategy to begin with. Dividend Aristocrats are stocks on the S&P 500 that have consistently raised their payouts for 25 years or more. Studies show stocks that initiate a dividend

Manufacturing companies are vital for investors to keep within their portfolios and for the economy to subsist and expand. Industrials should be a major portion of any investment portfolio due to the fact that it’s typically a robust industry that can provide substantial growth and profound resiliency. Here are some options for investors who are

It’s been an unexpectedly difficult year for the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. REITs have historically outperformed the stock market over long stretches of the past 50 years. However, most of that outperformance came during a period of persistently declining interest rates. This makes sense as REITs tend to carry a lot of debt

Longtime chip analyst Stacy Rasgon recently told Investor’s Business Daily that the development of AI infrastructure would still be occurring five or ten years from now. Moreover, Rasgon stated that Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) is still benefiting from strong demand for its products, and he thinks that those who believe that the company will experience any sort

Big money tends to flow from one sector to the other. During the pandemic, sectors like pharmaceutical and e-commerce were hot. This was followed by major buying interest in electric vehicles and other energy transition themes. When money flows out from one sector, it generally translates into undervaluation. This seems to be the case with

Investing in retirement is a little different. While people may focus on growth and gains when they are accumulating wealth and trying to enlarge their nest egg, once retired, the focus tends to switch to preserving existing capital and adding new money through regular dividend payments. For these reasons, investors in retirement should seek out