In the dynamic world of investing, dividend stocks have always been a consistent way for investors to generate income. These stalwarts not only offer a steady income stream but also demonstrate the power of compounding returns. Imagine a scenario where your portfolio receives a consistent boost, safeguarding your investments against the unpredictable waves of market
Crypto traders are celebrating right now, with Bitcoin (BTC-USD) reaching an 18-month high of $35,000. The main driver to this surge comes from expectations of the US regulators’ potential approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs. This represents one of the most important milestones for the crypto space. The speculation has propped up some of the other
Once darlings of Wall Street, clean tech stocks have stumbled, buffeted by the winds of rising interest rates. The iShares Global Clean Energy ETF (NYSEARCA:IXC), a bellwether for the industry, nosedived to a low unseen since the summer of 2020. Nevertheless, these stocks are resting on the bedrock of supportive government policies despite the current
As nations rally around green initiatives, green energy stocks are gaining prominence, driven by major policy tailwinds. The U.S. is targeting a 52% cut in emissions, and China is on a path to neutralize its CO2 emissions over the next four decades. Moreover, the energy transition is anchored in rising demand. The International Energy Agency
Recent jobs data suggest a cooling labor market. While unfortunate for job-seekers, this trend sparks optimism among investors that the central bank’s rake hiking cycle may have reached its conclusion since its start in 2022. Additionally, The Federal Reserve’s central objective has been to promote labor market improvement in tandem with the broader economy. Often
Many companies have reported very strong, impressive third-quarter results in recent weeks. Among the names in that category were General Electric (NYSE:GE), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT), JPMorgan (NYSE:JPM), PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) and Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT). Those companies are likely to perform very well in Q4 and beyond. However, some companies delivered great Q3 earnings which indicate that they are
Dividend investing is a popular choice for retirees. These dividend stocks for retirees offer steady cash flow that can help you achieve the 4% rule without selling any of your shares. High-yielding dividend stocks can still generate good returns. At the same time, these stocks are often less risky than growth stocks. Investors can use
It’s been a fantastic year for eVTOL stocks with a big rally for some of the best names in the industry. There are two reasons for eVTOL stocks surging higher. First, most of the companies are nearing commercialization and therefore robust growth. Further, the outlook for flying car stocks seems to be bright for the
Trying to find the future Magnificent Seven tech stocks could be easy. From a short-term perspective, it’s as simple as finding which tech stocks in the S&P 500 pose the greatest threat to the current picks. For example, when FAANG reigned supreme, it was clear that Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) was rapidly losing its top position to
Biotech is still one of the most exciting sectors on the market. Recession-proof, the sector is still thriving with millions of retiring baby boomers, mergers and acquisitions, new innovation, the introduction of artificial intelligence with drug discovery and demand for new treatments. Plus, with industry heavyweights nearing patent expirations, many are on the hunt for
Content streaming provider Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) is a FAANG member but not one of the “Magnificent Seven” technology companies of 2023. This doesn’t mean Netflix has lost its glory, though. NFLX stock has a real chance at revisiting its 2021 peak price and then moving even higher from there. Like other entertainment content providers, Netflix has had to
The competition within the lithium sector is increasing as EVs become increasingly popular, leading the sector to see substantial growth. These companies are attempting to see business and financial development, as well as doing their utmost to contribute to sustainability. Here are three top performing lithium stocks to consider adding to your portfolio. Albemarle (ALB)
Knowing what stocks to avoid as a savvy investor can be as important as finding the next big company with impressive returns. Sometimes, it’s best to work with specific companies; it’s best to cut your losses and move on, depending on how the stock looks in the long term and investors’ overall sentiment. It can
Once considered just a personal finance app, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is now a legitimate, chartered bank that poses a real threat to traditional banking institutions. Yet, even if big banks aren’t necessarily fans of SoFi Technologies, at least one mega-bank analyst group had something positive to say about the company. Therefore, the skeptics and short-sellers definitely
With oil prices falling below $80 in early November, it may look like the rally in energy stocks is over. But rumors of oil’s demise may be greatly exaggerated. There is still time to look at energy stocks to buy for growth. On November 7, 2023, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) slightly lowered its 2024
The current state of the United States economy is unique due to its continuing recovery from the significant disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic. As businesses grapple with a more challenging environment, experts anticipate job cuts and reduced spending. Additionally, to combat high inflation, the Federal Reserve has raised interest rates 11 times since March 2022,
In October, I warned investors that flying car firm EHang (NASDAQ:EH) had an order book that looked suspiciously weak: During the most recent quarter, EHang delivered just five units, down from 11 in the previous quarter. This suggests that EHang either lacks the purchase orders for its thousand-unit backlog or is struggling to raise enough
The accepted definition of the millennial generation is those individuals born between 1981 and 1996. So, selecting retirement stocks for millennials means looking at stocks that have staying power for 20 to 30 years. Millennials are distinctly different from the Gen-X and Boomer generations before them and the Gen-Z generation that followed. But this
Sometimes it makes sense for investors to try and identify good stocks in a sector instead of making a big bet on an overarching trend. Case in point? The electric vehicle market. Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN), a maker of electric trucks that has the backing of Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), pleased investors late Tuesday by saying in its third
Investor interest in robotics stocks is soaring. The evolution of the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) sets the stage for remarkable growth in the sector. And robotics companies are stepping up as the power players of a new industrial revolution. The Robotics Business Review’s September 2023 report underscores this trend, with robotics funding surging to