Stocks to buy

For investors uncertain about broader market dynamics, real estate investment trusts or REITs offer an excellent avenue to put your money to work. I think it’s safe to say that the number one reason people consider this sector is the often-robust passive income potential. In other words, you’re putting your money to good use. That’s

Several high-profile stock splits have occurred recently. First, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) decided to implement a 10-for-1 stock split which took effect June 10. Shares are up slightly since then after a period of rapid price increases and subsequent cooling. The stock more than doubled in 2024 causing the price to own a single share of Nvidia

Promising new IPOs are once again on everyone’s mind after a healthy first half, which saw 96 IPOs registered in the U.S., with 66 IPOs filed on the Nasdaq alone, netting $8.7 billion, clearly indicating investor confidence is on its way back. IPOs are sluggish in Asia-Pacific but growing in the Americas and EMEIA (Europe,

You get what you pay for – you’ve heard this adage before. And in most cases, it’s a true statement, especially in the market. Too many times, new investors are led astray by the promise of cheap stocks under $10, only to find out a hard lesson afterward. Nevertheless, the concept continues to be popular

Don’t count the metaverse out just yet. While it started as a costly failure, companies are racing to use it, creating opportunities for some of the top metaverse stocks. For example, McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) metaverse just debuted in Singapore, which will allow users to build virtual burgers, envision future McDonald’s restaurant designs and participate in contests that will reward

At first glance, the concept of acquiring the best retail stocks might seem counterintuitive. After all, it wasn’t that long ago that government agencies removed Covid-19 restrictions. Prior to that event, the pandemic wrought significant devastation on the global economy. So, acquiring equity in retailers – whether discretionary or otherwise – seems risky. People should

The best Esports stocks are booming as the sector pounced on robust momentum. The sector is hitting its stride again after slumping post-pandemic. During the pandemic years, we saw a massive surge in video game sales. This laid the groundwork for sustained growth in the industry. However, the past couple of years were a struggle

The biotech industry has fallen on hard times over the last few years, no thanks to venture capital drying up, tighter regulatory conditions and the harsh reality of the post-pandemic healthcare environment. As a result, biotech breakthrough stocks fell out of favor with investors and were among the worst performers in the stock market.  However,

Sometimes, consistently performing stocks aren’t the headliners that financial media flocks to. Often less volatile with fewer quarter-to-quarter variations, consistently performing stocks tend to typify the “boring but reliable” stock segment. In a market full of growth-at-all-costs and high-flying tech, it’s no wonder these consistently performing stocks go unnoticed by most. But that’s a mistake.

The Dow 30 is an index of 30 prominent companies that make up the Dow Jones Industrial Average (the Dow). The Dow is price-weighted, so it generally includes companies with large market capitalizations. That said, long-term investors tend to own one or more Dow stocks for long-term growth.   Through a combination of stock price appreciation

If you’re looking for relative value in tech after the meteoric rise of the Nasdaq 100 and the Magnificent Seven in the first half, perhaps the social media scene is worth checking out this July. Undoubtedly, the artificial intelligence revolution will change many industries in profound ways that are difficult for some to fathom. When

When we talk about dividend stocks, the focus is generally on blue-chip ideas. These are large companies with strong fundamentals and a stable growth outlook. Further, these blue-chip dividend stocks provide annualized total returns in the range of 10% to 15%. However, there are high-growth dividend stocks that can deliver robust annualized returns. These are

Through the first half of 2024, you couldn’t blame investors for having a sense of deja vu. Technology stocks, and particularly AI stocks, are where the alpha has been for growth-oriented investors. But if you have some cash to speculate with and the patience to wait for the market rally to broaden, this could be

Finding cheap growth stocks in today’s changing market offers investors looking for significant returns a strong chance. The main emphasis is the strategic examination of three businesses that exemplify this potential. These companies are frequently disregarded but have solid fundamentals and encouraging growth paths. One of these businesses sticks out due to its exceptional top-line growth and

Investing in growth stocks under $50 can be a thrilling yet prudent strategy for those seeking substantial returns. While investors should always distinguish share price from market capitalization, there are cheap stocks that could be potential gold mines.  Growth stocks are typically characterized by companies that can expand their revenue and earnings per share faster

As artificial intelligence continues to shape industries and redefine competitive landscapes, hot AI stocks are catching the eyes of forward-thinking investors. The AI sector, known for its rapid innovation and transformative technologies, has shown impressive resilience and growth potential amid a fluctuating market environment. The artificial intelligence market is expected to grow from $196.6 billion

Advancements in semiconductor manufacturing, medical applications and materials science are projected to expand the nanotech market significantly in 2024. This backdrop forms the backdrop for my three nanotech stocks to buy. Key growth drivers include advancements in nanoelectronics, nanomedicine and nanomaterials. The healthcare sector, in particular, is a significant beneficiary. It can leverage nanotechnology for

Gene editing utilizes enzymes that cut part of the DNA strand, allowing the insertion of replacement DNA. Several approaches to gene editing have been developed, the most well-known of which is CRISPR-Cas9. It is the most accurate, quickest and least expensive method. Developments in the gene editing space have led to valuable stocks with strong

The cannabis space has been buzzing of late, which makes it ideal to consider exposure to the best cannabis stocks. Germany recently hopped aboard the cannabis legalization train, joining a growing list of countries that embraced both the use and sale of cannabis. Moreover, the U.S. recently made headlines again with its plans to reclassify

Augmented reality stocks represent companies that superimpose computer-generated images onto the user’s view of the real world. It includes more than just images with other sensory elements such as sound. The application of augmented reality (AR) is wide-ranging. But whatever the application, investors should note that one of the overarching goals of augmented reality is