Things seemed to be slowing down after interest rates were raised eleven times in the previous 18 months, but according to the most recent data, the inflation rate for the last 12 months as of March is 3.5%, which has many people searching for steel stocks to sell from their portfolio. The logic is straightforward.
The financial sector has a complex relationship with interest rates. This makes the weakening prospect of United States Federal Reserve rate cuts a prospective opportunity for investors buying the stocks of leading domestic banks. Recent figures from the U.S. Labor Department showed that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) grew 3.5% over the 12 months. This
Stocks, even fundamentally strong ones, can plunge for any number of reasons. The chances that fundamentally weak stocks plunge are much higher. Since the value of a company’s shares is directly tied to both its business model and performance, lacking this stability poses a significant financial risk. Moreover, the companies discussed in this article were once
In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, Oracle stock (NYSE:ORCL) is poised to emerge as a dominant player. Oracle, a legacy software company, has been aggressively positioning itself to capitalize on the AI revolution. Oracle’s compelling AI prospects rest on its robust cloud infrastructure to accelerate AI workloads. Its Gen2 cloud infrastructure,
Semiconductors have become so ubiquitous and important in our modern lives that people refer to the tiny electronic wafers as the “oil of the 21st century.” McKinsey & Co. has labeled the 2020s the “semiconductor decade” and forecast that the global industry will be worth $1 trillion by 2030. The entire sector has been riding
No one is more aware of IonQ stock (NYSE:IONQ) stock volatility than IonQ investors. They have been whipsawed by the quantum computing stock since its public debut in October 2021 and which has been on a steady slide lower since last September. That’s why investors should circle May 8 on their calendars. IonQ reports first
Everyone should save up for retirement. Even saving a few extra dollars each month can go a long way since it builds a habit and makes you more conscious about long-term goals. This reality has led to my list of retirement stocks to buy now. Buying retirement stocks can result in less volatility and steady
Headlines are flooding in over former president Donald Trump’s Trump Media stock (NASDAQ:DJT), as its stock has seen a decline of more than 65% from its peak following its initial public offering a few weeks ago. A key SEC filing which showed how much the company lost last year led the way lower for this
Commodity prices have been rising faster than stock prices recently, offering potential opportunities for commodities stocks to buy. Commodities are normally used to hedge against inflation, and higher prices can bring profits for miners and producers. Normally, commodity prices reflect the dollar’s relative value as its purchasing power diminishes due to inflation. However, with a
Sometimes, the trading price of a stock may seem too good to be true. That’s often because it is. Company valuations are a tricky business, they are often tied to a complex combination of financial performance and public perception. This can result in some companies listing as being worth more than their true intrinsic value
As of this writing, Reddit (NYSE:RDDT) stock has been publicly trading for about a month. For a variety of reasons, the stock is down about 20%. But what may be most concerning is that volume is down sharply. It’s too early to draw firm conclusions. However, the stock does not appear to have the committed
There is always a constant search for dependable prospects that offer stability and advancement. In the middle of this hunt, dividend stocks with growth stand out as possible bright spots that give investors a means to achieve solid returns and reliable income streams. Three exceptional businesses light up the scene in this domain with their steadfast
Earnings season is a high-stakes time. Fortunes can be won or lost depending on whether a company beats or misses Wall Street expectations. For some companies, the stakes are particularly high. Analysts and investors have put some companies on notice after recent earnings flops that a turnaround is needed. Many high-profile concerns have struggled this year amid declining demand and sales,
Inflation in the United States has been stubborn and a matter of concern for policymakers. For March, the consumer price increase rose by 3.5% on a year-on-year basis, which was more than expected. That dashed hopes of an interest rate cut relatively soon. If GDP growth disappoints, concerns related to a potential hard landing will
While we can’t discount the long-term potential of the EV market, the sector has been battered from all sides in recent quarters. Waning demands, softening government support and a complicated macro environment have pushed the industry to an all-out “survival of the fittest” landscape. Continued losses, unmet delivery expectations and negative press are leading to
Quite often, the Street ignores important, upcoming catalysts when it sets its estimates and price targets. There are a few reasons, I believe, for that phenomenon. First, MBA students take many classes on how to compute and handle financial data. However, they receive little to no training on on how to think strategically and analyze
The 2024 U.S. presidential election season is heating up, and the primary season is wrapping up. Yet, no matter whether you are a Democrat, Republican, Independent or none of the above, election-year stocks could be a great opportunity for your portfolio. Even before ballots are cast on Nov. 5, 2024, many stocks with election-related catalysts
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock has declined 20% over the past month. Investors should use the pullback as an opportunity to buy shares hand over fist. The current drawdown in AMD stock is due to market volatility and a pullback among all semiconductor securities. Nothing has changed to alter the growth trajectory of Advanced Micro
With the penny stock space being overcrowded, it’s not easy to spot multibagger penny stocks. Further, it needs some research to differentiate between purely speculative penny stocks and fundamentally strong penny stocks. Purely speculative stocks are good for short term trades. If the timing is right, these stocks can double in a matter of few
The Russell 2000 is a stock market index that holds approximately 2000 stocks that trade mostly within the small-cap range. The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM) is a benchmark to represent the Russell 2000 index. The Russell 2000 index is diverse, with many different industries in its holdings. Not one of its holdings comprises more than 1%