To clearly set expectations from the get-go, these top stocks under $5 represent extraordinary risks. As either small or even micro-capitalization enterprises, you automatically should assume volatility when entering this arena. It’s just a fact of life, nothing more: higher risks, (maybe) higher rewards. At the same time, walking the path of being a volatility
While publicly traded securities that benefit from significant upside potential usually carry a higher-risk profile, with high-growth S&P 500 stocks, you can almost get the best of both worlds. To be fair, we need to set some expectations. If you’re looking for absolutely blistering gains – securities that can go 3X or higher – you
With e-commerce growth already strong and poised to accelerate in the U.S., and the AI revolution likely to greatly boost spending on cloud infrastructure, now is a superb time to buy Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock. Moreover, Amazon is expanding its footprint in the American healthcare sector, indicating the conglomerate believes it can build a huge, profitable
Although SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is having a good year in the markets, SOFI stock has traded in a narrow range between $5 and $10 over the past 18 months. It hasn’t been the volatile stock most investors would consider it to be. However, it also hasn’t delivered for shareholders of Social Capital Hedosophia Holdings V,
The competition in the Electric Vehicle industry is growing and while it is too soon to announce a winner, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is still considered as one of the leaders and the biggest industry players. To achieve the 2030 goal, governments across the world have been making every attempt to increase EV adoption and while we
Embarking on a fiscal journey, investors are on the lookout for resilient stocks to buy for rising inflation amidst the economic unease. With the U.S. inflation rate ticking up to 3.67% in August, small businesses grapple with escalating costs, while the looming threats of an earnings recession permeate the financial landscape since the end of
Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) has rebounded nicely in 2023, with ROKU stock up more than 85% year-to-date. If you bought shares of the streaming platform’s initial public offering in September 2017 at $14, you’d have a compound annual growth rate of 32.3%. If you’re a glass-half-full person, you’re delighted with your returns to date. If you’re more
Early in the pandemic, I bought Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) stock for my retirement account. I believed interest rates would rise, and that when money cost money, the big bank would prosper. I was still confident in January 2022, but I was wrong. Since the pandemic began abating, as interest rates have risen, BAC stock
With their low prices and tendency to be more volatile than the overall market, many investors see penny stocks as a possible opportunity for extremely high returns. Yet while the opportunity is there to generate fast gains in a short time frame, this may not be the best approach. A better way to approach these types
In today’s dynamic financial markets, stocks often search for momentum, sometimes in the most unlikely corners. Surprisingly, the spark for some stocks in need of a boost has been Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. Instead of solely relying on global events or corporate earnings, financial analysts now have a pop sensation’s tour dates on their radar.
Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) stock steadily declined since the start of 2022. Many investors are staying away, but some may be wondering whether there’s merit in making PFE stock a bottom-fisher’s buy. Among healthcare stocks, this pharmaceutical giant is seemingly a bargain. Shares currently trade for just 10 times forward earnings. The stock also sports a very
When you’re looking for good investment options in the fourth quarter, top tech stocks should be at the top of your list. And the best way to evaluate tech stocks is by using the Portfolio Grader. Tech companies, by nature, are innovative and, therefore, are in the best position to capitalize on emerging trends and
October is renowned for its potential to unsettle investors with significant market drops, a trend that continues from the previous month. Indeed, while certain stocks have shown an ability to weather volatility, some falling stocks are down and could still see greater declines. Here are three such stocks that have been down significantly recently and
One way to get portfolio exposure to both fossil fuels and clean energy is by owning Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) stock. To a certain extent, XOM’s success depends on the ups and downs of the petroleum industry. Not everyone wants to ride out the oil market’s waves, so consider the risks and potential rewards before investing in
The list of stocks hedge funds are buying is always lengthy but according to Morgan Stanley, hedge funds have been allocating capital to a select group of beaten down stocks on expectations that they will likely rebound in the coming months. Hedge funds are taking advantage of the 3% and 4% decline in European and
With Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) stock poised to benefit tremendously from the rapidly rebounding digital advertising market and the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI), Alphabet’s shares are definitely worth buying at this point. What’s more, the company is growing rapidly, while the valuation of GOOG stock remains attractive. The U.S. Digital Ad Market’s Comeback and the
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Suffice it to say, Clorox (NYSE:CLX) is roundly unloved on Wall Street right now. The pessimism may continue for a little while longer, so don’t be too early if you’re planning to buy CLX stock. It shouldn’t be too much longer before a big window of opportunity opens up, however. Clorox is America’s famous seller
Since going public in June 2021, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) hasn’t met investor expectations. Despite a 59% drop from its IPO price, it rebounded in 2023, surging 98%. Before buying, it’s crucial to consider the pros and cons of this fintech stock. Moreover, SOFI has experienced a rollercoaster ride. Despite facing challenges due to the extended
Immediately following the initial shock of the COVID-19 pandemic, the narrative of low-volatility stocks admittedly didn’t make much sense. With the benefit of hindsight, we can see that the additional influx of cash that retail investors had poured into higher-risk ventures. As a result, the traditional safe stocks fell by the wayside, replaced with a