Air travel has been an example of an economy that is becoming increasingly divided. Despite evidence that consumers are cutting back on discretionary spending, such as airplane flights, other data shows that demand for air travel continues to grow. That means it’s time to look at cheap airline stocks that may benefit from this trend.
If you’ve followed me for a long time, you know I’m very against short selling. Making directional bets to the downside is a losing game because the upward bias for risk assets is real. Stocks tend to go up more often that they go down. Sure, there are some investors that make a killing by
Another year, another hurricane season in the United States. Hurricanes typically develop out in the Atlantic Ocean and make their way to the Gulf of Mexico and the United States’ east coast regions. While this is a fairly regular phenomenon, that doesn’t mean investors shouldn’t avoid certain kinds of stocks. Energy stocks, in particular, could
Identifying the right media stocks to buy can offer long-term portfolios both growth and diversification. Streaming services continue to transform the media consumption landscape, as streaming content currently accounts for the biggest driver of TV usage. Research suggests consumer dissatisfaction with paying for unused TV channels has accelerated the rise of streaming services. Many households
Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, the retail industry has gone through tremendous volatility. Initially, there was a boom effect for many retailers. People were stuck at home with money to spend. Unprecedented government stimulus paved the way for record consumer spending. And with entertainment venues and travel shut down, people spent more than
Quantum computing stocks on the whole took a generous hit in April, mostly due to the market’s realization that interest rates will not be going down any time soon. Moreover, the U.S. Labor Department’s most recent report on inflation has stymied any hopes of a near-term rate cut, with the most likely date for cuts
Quantum computing could be a game-changer for most major industries. It could also create a big opportunity for some of the top quantum computing stocks to buy along the way. For one, we know they can handle difficult calculations in a matter of hours, if not minutes that would take traditional computers years to solve.
The global gaming market has grown significantly, driven by technological advancements, increased accessibility and the rise of trends like the metaverse and e-sports. Industry reports estimate the market will grow from $272.86 billion in 2024 to $426.02 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate, otherwise known as CAGR, of 9.32%. Meanwhile, the performance
Inflation remains well above the Federal Reserve’s target level. And recent inflation readings have come in hotter than expected, suggesting that the fight to control rising prices will be more challenging than previously anticipated. At the same time, there are some signs of weakening economic activity. This shouldn’t be too surprising, giving that the economy
The year 2023 was tumultuous year utilities stocks. Several companies faced significant challenges that led to their stocks being considered potential sells. As a result, investors may want to consider selling their shares in these companies. The reputational damage and potential legal liabilities could weigh heavily on their future performances. These utilities stocks to sell
Fintech stocks to buy have been a recent favorite of growth investors. Why? The traditional finance system is long overdue for an overhaul and there are plenty of startup fintech companies that are ready to make a change. Already, investors have seen the fintech industry rapidly creating a global network of payment services that has
The semiconductor industry is considered to be the backbone of AI and quantum computing. So, it’s no wonder that many of the top semiconductor stocks are reaping the benefits of the AI boom. Not only that, but these companies also have revenue diversification that spans multiple industries. This diversified setup helps protect them from risk
In this article BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Walmart shopping bag is seen in Krakow, Poland on February 9, 2024. Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. Under Armour — The sportswear maker’s Class A shares slumped 11% and its Class C stock fell
It’s safe to say that the stock market needs a push following a breather. After a breathtaking rally in tech stocks over the past year, the market’s taken a moment to pause. However, we saw the market gaining momentum again, and perhaps the cherry on top was the return of the infamous ‘Roaring Kitty,’ who
With multiple factors in play, a major shakeout is due in the e-commerce space. The rise of AI advances in logistics tech and the post-pandemic norm will play a huge role in driving e-commerce moving forward. In this race, though, you’d expect several companies to be left in the dust, making it an opportune time
Cybersecurity remains an important and fast-growing industry. The global market for cybersecurity is forecast to grow by about 10% per year and, by 2028, reach nearly $275 billion. The market is being driven by all facets of society: individuals, businesses and governments, all of which are vulnerable to cyberattacks. And cyber incidents are becoming more
Stagflation is a challenging economic condition characterized by the occurrence of high inflation, slow economic growth, and relatively high unemployment. This has led to my list of stocks facing stagflation concerns. However, in a broad sense, Jerome Powell emphasized that there is neither significant stagnation nor high inflation. Stagflation typically requires GDP growth to fall
This week will go down in market history as the return of Roaring Kitty. Keith Gill — known as Roaring Kitty on social media — the Massachusetts man credited with launching the GameStop (NYSE:GME) short squeeze of 2021, picked an interesting time to return to social media. After a long hiatus, he shared an apparently
Several drug stocks are at risk as the Federal Trade Commission is going after pharmaceutical companies that it alleges are trying to keep generic drugs at bay from their branded products. The Biden administration is attacking businesses across the board, such as its recent assault on the oil industry. Yet it risks killing off the
Shares of several electric vehicle makers are in the red as macroeconomic challenges and geopolitical tensions are weighing on the demand for electric vehicles. Moreover, the ongoing price war triggered by intense competition is dragging down the profitability of EV makers. Another concern is President Joe Biden’s quadrupling of tariffs on Chinese EV makers. Nonetheless,