Stock Secrets

On May 16, the Dow hit the 40,000 milestone after an excellent earnings report from Walmart (NYSE:WMT). Given the ongoing economic strength and technical momentum, adding some market exposure with cheap Dow stocks is warranted. Indeed, the macro and fundamental backdrop for stocks is very healthy. On the macro front, the April inflation report came

Cheap OTC penny stocks (those that trade on the Over-the-Counter exchange) have the potential to provide game-changing returns, or break your portfolio. These are some of the most high-risk, high-reward investments you can make. The potential for colossal gains is undoubtedly alluring, but it’s a double-edged sword. These stocks typically trade with very low volume,

On May 16, Wolfe Research announced its tactical decision to move off Nividia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and onto Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock to benefit from AI.  No one is more pro-Nvidia than I am. I’ve been in its corner for several years, calling CEO and co-founder Jensen Huang “America’s Most Influential CEO,” in September 2021.   Huang

For income investors, the only thing that’s better than a quarterly dividend payment is a monthly dividend payment. And that consistency of a regular, frequent payout makes monthly dividend stocks so appealing. Companies that offer a monthly dividend aren’t as common as the quarterly dividend companies. While there are hundreds of dividend stocks, only a

The Nasdaq 100 presents a compelling investment opportunity for several reasons. Firstly, it features a roster of top global brands, encompassing influential companies that dominate various sectors like technology and consumer discretionary, making their products and services integral to our daily lives. Its members are at the forefront of innovation, leading advancements in critical domains

When mortgage rates started to increase rapidly in the middle of 2022, the real estate market ground to a halt. Then, prices started to drop. Now, current median sales price for existing homes is still 5% lower than at the market’s height in May 2022. In March 2024, sales decreased year-over-year (YOY) in all regions

Which renewable energy stocks to buy has been a wild ride for investors over the last few years. Back in 2021, these stocks surged to irrational valuations. This was due in part to exuberant investing in other sectors like electric vehicles. Since then, renewable energy stocks have largely been beaten up. Why? The stock valuations

Layoffs are becoming more common, especially in big tech. Elon Musk has been in the spotlight for laying people off at his companies, including laying off 80% of the Twitter staff. Despite the massive layoffs, X continues to run smoothly, and it seems as if other tech leaders paid attention. Tech corporations previously known for

Whether consumer, tech, financial or healthcare, blue chip companies instill investor confidence based on their long-standing profitability and growth. This translates to greater resilience during market downturns as they can tap into deep capital pools and solid credit positions. However, this also means blue-chip stocks have lesser potential for appreciation due to greater market cap

Many investors buy and hold tech stocks for growth. And why not? Companies in the sector have been outperforming the S&P 500 for as long as I can remember. Some top names are even doing the heavy lifting for the broad market, as evidenced by the tech bull run of 2023. Smart investors jump in

The third iteration of the internet, or Web3 as it’s commonly known, is already upon us. For a market that’s expected to reach a valuation of $177.58 billion by 2033, there’s plenty for investors to be excited about in the brave new Web3 frontier, but what does it mean for Wall Street?  While the term

The Weather Channel recently reported that the 2024 hurricane season is likely to be even more active than previously anticipated. Though the destruction left by hurricanes is as heartbreaking as it is devastating, it is an unfortunate reality for many Americans living along the East Coast. This might have some storm-ready investors considering which hurricane stocks to buy. Moreover, the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure and

Growth stocks are some of the best bets you can make in the market due to the momentum in their business. Growth showcases strong demand and execution, and the market will happily slap a higher and higher premium for this growth as long as it is there. Thus, growth stocks often deliver some of the

Contrarian investors distinguish themselves in a world where market trends frequently dictate investing strategies by looking for opportunities where others perceive uncertainty. These three chances are available. Even if there may be some doubt about these equities, a further examination reveals solid prospects for future development. To begin with, the first company is resilient against

Investors, weary of volatility due to economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, have been seeking stability and growth potential in their stocks. When it comes to portfolio performance, stocks with analyst upgrades can be important as endorsements by brokers. When analysts raise their ratings, the move signals increased confidence in the company’s future prospects. This newfound

Depending on where you look, the valuations of some of the more crowded semiconductor stocks may be getting a bit too hot to handle amid this stage in the AI boom. Undoubtedly, the AI revolution is changing the work world, and soon, the world’s most powerful large language models (LLMs) may find a home in

Growth stocks offer the potential to outperform the stock market. Picking individual growth stocks takes more effort than buying an ETF, but the returns can make it worth it. One common problem with growth investments is that they attract many investors and end up with high valuations. High P/E ratios and PEG ratios don’t leave