The holiday season is around the corner. Some argue that this is one of the most awaited festivities of the year, bringing most families together during this yuletide season. People plan to travel to their cherished hometowns or a new destination for a holiday getaway. Either way, it provides investors with opportunities to take advantage
Bitcoin’s (BTC-USD) rally to the $41,800 mark signals a pivotal recovery. It reflects a 6% rise within a day and a resurgence in investor confidence. Yet, within this bullish momentum, discerning investors are eyeing certain cryptos to sell, particularly those with little real-world utility. Moreover, the crypto market is tilting towards valuing robust fundamentals over
In one year’s time, the stock of AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC), which currently operates 950 movie theatres and is the market leader in the U.S., plunged from nearly $90 a share to $7, losing about 90% of its previous value. What battered AMC’s stock could be distilled into one phrase: Covid-19. Afraid of catching a deadly disease,
Fortune reported in November that rent is cheaper than mortgages in 95 out of 97 major metropolitan areas in the U.S. These rental market trends were from Bank of America’s economists. “[T]heir analysis found that ‘rent was still cheaper than mortgages in all but two of 97 major Metro Areas,’ as of October, despite the
Looking back, 2021 was a golden year for growth stocks. But it didn’t take much time for sentiments to reverse when tight monetary policies translated into a big correction in 2022. The current year has seen mixed results, and I would classify it as a year of consolidation and selective buying. As the markets start
In the stock market, value is often found in places that other investors might miss. So, the first main quality of hidden gem stocks is their undervaluation. Next, they must have substantial earnings growth potential. Investors want growth since growing earnings usually means a growing share price. However, these stocks are not easy to discover.
Many bargain-priced mid-cap and micro-cap penny stocks are trading at highly-discounted levels right now. With the recent cooler-than-expected PCE inflation read, markets are now pricing in just a 2.5% chance of another Fed rate hike. These numbers include a 60% chance of a cut as early as March. Accordingly, I believe now is an opportune
Artificial intelligence has helped companies offer better products and services that translate into higher revenue. The technology has been a boon for investors, with some of the top artificial intelligence stocks tripling in value within a few years. Some stocks have achieved those gains year-to-date (YTD). Many companies and consumers benefit from the continued innovation
I think 2024 will be the year small-cap stocks win big. We’re already seeing tailwinds lift the stock market closer to past highs, but (valid) criticism points to just a handful of mega-cap stocks driving most of the momentum. But, for many investors, risk is back on the table. At the same time, companies like
In the rapidly evolving healthcare sector, the idea of personalized medicine stocks stands out, revolutionizing patient care by tailoring treatments with their individual genetic profiles. These stocks highlight the trend of focusing on genetic and molecular characteristics, promising more effective healthcare solutions. This trend transcends medical innovation, marking its territory as a burgeoning economic powerhouse.
The demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is falling. Consumers aren’t buying them at the same torrid pace as before, even with manufacturer price cuts and government subsidies. Although a record number of EVs were sold, the rate of increase is falling. So then, which is the best EV stock? A CarGurus (NASDAQ:CARG) report found EV
Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) gained significant traction, surging more than 70% year-to-date. Achieving a groundbreaking feat, the company conducted New York City’s inaugural electric air taxi flight in collaboration with Delta Airlines (NYSE:DAL). This milestone positions New York as a key early market for JOBY stock and could be the launch pad for new markets moving
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) stock is in a better place than many other EV plays, but that doesn’t make it a buy. Rivian’s relative strengths notwithstanding, the company is far from being on a smooth ride to growth and profitability. Although experiencing fewer issues, the Rivian’s troubles could soon start weighing on shares. This stock, after
Finding the best stocks to buy and sell in real estate can be challenging. The housing stock sector continues to be volatile and full of opportunity at the same time. REITs, home builders, and other housing related companies continue to deal with a unique set of pressures and opportunities. The Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation
Given that anything’s possible on Wall Street, Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) stock could stage an astounding comeback in 2024. Yet, investors should focus on probabilities and facts, and not just on lottery-ticket possibilities. Overall, the risk-to-reward balance doesn’t favor LCID stock and we’re assigning it a low-confidence grade of “D.” It’s well-established that EV demand has waned recently. Amid
It’s been a rough few months for lithium stocks. Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) slipped from about $250 to $126.16. Lithium Americas (NYSE:LAC) fell from about $22 to $6.52. The Global X Lithium ETF (NYSEARCA:LIT) dropped from $68 to $48.30. Livent Corp. (NYSE:LTHM) dropped from about $29 to $14.32. Piedmont Lithium (NASDAQ:PLL) fell from $62.50 to $27.18. All thanks to oversupply issues, and slower global adoption of
Can concert films save global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) from financial ruin? Should AMC stock investors trust the company after multiple share sales? These are some of the billion-dollar questions surrounding AMC Entertainment – and unfortunately, the answers generally aren’t positive. AMC Entertainment’s fans, known as “Apes,” are rooting for the company to stage a post-pandemic
If you held Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock throughout 2023, it’s fine to declare, “Mission accomplished.” This doesn’t mean you have to exit your Meta Platforms share position completely. A prudent strategy is needed as Meta Platforms faces powerful regulators/legislators. Don’t get the wrong idea. Meta Platforms is an unstoppable force among its competitors in the social media
In the tech reliant world we live in digital studies will be more and more part of our daily lives. Education focused technology has given us the opportunity to learn any topic, no matter where we are in the world. There are companies with incredible pedagogies that facilitate learning. These three edtech stocks are transforming
Once again, growth stocks have outperformed value stocks led by the impressive Magnificent Seven. While these large-cap stocks are profit machines, they might not maintain revenue growth at current levels due to the laws of large numbers. In contrast, smaller emerging growth stocks can grow revenues at higher rates for several years or decades. So