After rallying 17% higher in 2023, volatility now rules the S&P 500. Sharp swings higher and lower has the popular benchmark sitting below its August highs. Still, the index remains 25% above last year’s late September low point. Will this be the charge taking the S&P to a new high, a sign that we’re officially
Mutual funds are pools of money that investors entrust to professional managers, who invest them in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other assets. They offer benefits of diversification, professional management, low costs, and liquidity. An important to any investor’s portfolio, they provide exposure to different sectors and regions that can enhance returns and
Following a surge of interest in environmental, social, governance (ESG) investing, many investors have begun seeking out undervalued ESG stocks. Indeed, many prefer to prioritize investments that fall in line with their values. Simultaneously, concerns about global warming, coupled with the rise of affordable and sustainable energy sources, have motivated many companies to reevaluate their
In the ever-evolving landscape of investing, the spotlight is on the top healthcare stocks to buy on the dip. The healthcare sector is highly known for its robust resilience and incredible growth potential. Once again, it’s been thrust into the limelight due to global health challenges. With inflation rearing its head and consumers prioritizing essentials,
While some market concepts may require extensive explanation, the directive behind sleeper stocks to buy is alarmingly simple: investors targeting publicly traded securities that don’t garner as much attention as their peers. By picking up under-appreciated ideas before the spotlight shines on them, you could score yourself a great deal. Of course, if it were
It’s time to buy back into semiconductor stocks. With surging AI-centric advancements, and a potential quantum computing boom to boot, the industry is seeing a massive revival. For an idea of just how strong, look at the Vaneck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:SMH). The ETF, which counts Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) as some of its biggest
Low price stocks always catch the attention of investors with limited funds. A diversified portfolio can be created with these stocks. Of course, the necessary condition is low price stocks that have strong fundamentals. This column focuses on three under $20 stocks that are poised to double in the next 12 months. It’s worth noting
A Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is a must for any investor’s portfolio. They provide exposure to real estate without the upfront cost of actually purchasing real estate. Investors can enjoy dividend yields. REITs are required to give 90% of taxable income back to investors in the form of dividend payments. The companies below offer
As many remember, both in their minds and pockets, Brent crude prices reached a decade-high last year, impacting oil prices globally. In 2023, global crude prices thankfully moderated in the first half. But with both Saudi Arabia and Russia extending their oil production cuts until the end of the year and U.S. oil reserve figures
Metaverse stocks emerged with a bang a couple of years ago. In fact, Mark Zuckerberg even changed the name of his social media company to Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), cementing the idea that the metaverse would be the destination of the future. And yet, there’s little sign of much follow-through on the concept today. So far,
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The cannabis market is in disarray. In Canada, where the recreational drug was legalized nationwide in 2018, the market has all but collapsed. High government taxes have pushed cannabis users to a thriving black market while too many companies have oversupplied the legal industry. The result for cannabis companies has been poor sales and plunging
Healthcare is a sector that has underperformed the broader stock market this year. The S&P 500 Health Care Sector Index is down over 2.50% year-to-date versus a 17% gain in the benchmark S&P 500 index. The decline has been broad-based as investors focus their capital allocations on high-flying technology stocks at the expense of pharmaceutical
Investors need to be aware of the volatility of their stocks. Owning too many high-volatility positions can create a scenario in which your portfolio loses more than the S&P 500 index during bear markets. The higher the beta, the more volatile the stock is expected to be relative to the S&P 500 index. Low-beta stocks
U.S. equities markets have had a decent albeit volatile year thus far, as inflation, interest rates, and geopolitical tensions have, at one time or another, weighed on investor sentiment. Let’s have a look at the numbers. Towards the end of July, the S&P 500 index had reached peak annual performance, at one point returning 19.5%.
A member of the Mississippi National Guard receives a dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in his arm, in Flowood, Mississippi. Rogelio V. Solis | AP Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Moderna — Moderna shares rose more than 3% in early trading after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended updated Covid vaccine
When it comes to communications stocks, knowing which ones to avoid is at least as important as knowing which ones to buy. I would definitely avoid any of the streaming stocks in general, and I’d stay far away from the companies that own both cable channels and streaming channels. That’s because the competition is intense
It makes sense to invest in autonomous driving stocks moving forward. Whether in September or any other month, the research is clear: The market is primed for growth boasting an annual growth rate approaching 23% between this year and 2028. The next five years are bound to produce spectacular gains for investors overall. That’s the
The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most dynamic and innovative sectors in the world. It is constantly developing new drugs and treatments to address various health challenges and improve the quality of life of millions of people. However, not every pharma company is successful in producing positive clinical trial results. If you just took
In the dynamic world of stock trading, there’s no denying the importance of knowing which stocks billionaires are selling. Following these financial titans in their investment decisions can be invaluable in navigating the stock market’s volatility. Their access to top-tier research and wealth of experience often shape market trends, unlocking doors to potential investment avenues