Stocks to buy

If this year’s market volatility has you feeling uneasy, you’re not alone. The overvaluation of many tech stocks has created a challenging environment, but plenty of affordable, undervalued blue-chip stocks can provide the stability your portfolio needs. In the current market rally, stocks have surged, plummeted and surged again, leading investors to favor small-cap, tech

Investors always praise compounder-type stocks, which are known for their proven ability to exponentially grow wealth over time. These companies usually achieve a high return on capital invested (ROCE) and return on equity (ROE). By reinvesting the majority of their earnings to generate further high returns on investment, these enterprises can compound their financials at

The easiest way to build wealth is to start sooner rather than later. If you wait until you accumulate a large amount of money, you could end up waiting forever. Even if you start with just $50, there are several stocks that can double this amount in two years. While there are no guarantees in

The initial public offering activity in the U.S. hit a two-year high in the second quarter of 2024. During the quarter, there were 39 IPOs with $8.9 billion being raised. With the market sentiment remaining positive, companies are looking to take advantage and raise funds for growth. From the perspective of investors, it’s a good

When you’re still years away from retirement, you want to ramp up your portfolio to target growth-oriented enterprises. At the same time, there’s a lot of comfort and confidence in so-called cash cows. These enterprises enjoy a range of attributes, from low volatility, high consistency and dominance in their chosen markets. As a result, blue-chip

I believe investors should consider keeping a good chunk of their portfolios invested in blue-chip cash cow stocks. Companies that have robust margins and a long history of positive cash flow are unlikely to disappoint you in the long-run. Even in the worst-case scenario, these businesses have a huge liquidity buffer and a margin buffer

With the S&P 500 valued at 24.05x its trailing 12-month earnings and 22.27x the 12-month forward estimate, it’s not easy to find bargain blue-chip stocks. Especially, when you consider that its trailing 12-month P/E ratio a year ago was 19.61x, 18% cheaper than it is today.  While most people consider the S&P 500 to be

The hydrogen industry still waits for the Biden Administration to loosen restrictive 45V tax credit rules. Now, after about seven months, it’s safe to say industry executives and even a few U.S. Senators are losing patience. Still, even as we wait, now is a great time to invest in some of the best hydrogen stocks

For a while now, AI has been taking the world by storm. It’s become the hottest sector on Wall Street, consumed most media headlines and dominated as the topic of conversation.  And after reporting the results of its quarterly executive survey on artificial intelligence, Bain & Company – one of the world’s largest consulting firms

Savvy investors must own safe haven stocks that provide stability and growth potential in an unstable economic environment. Recognizing which companies can withstand market declines becomes critical as investors brace for possible adjustments. The emphasis is on solid equities expected to perform well even during uncertain times. Every business, from industry titans known for their

Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) has more skin in the AI game than many people would like to think. Of course, the first thing that would spring to mind is the company’s AWS cloud division. But it’s important to also remember that Amazon has invested $4 billion into a company called Anthropic. Anthropic was founded by former members

You don’t have to shell out big bucks to buy quality stocks. There are a lot of great stocks available to buy for less than $50. In fact many companies are actively splitting their stocks to make them more affordable to retail investors. Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG), for example, just split its stock 50-to-1, taking

Investing requires making fast decisions on the top stocks to buy. The top three competitors are highlighted because they have distinct technological and business strategies, making them attractive options for stock buyers. These businesses are well-known for their cutting-edge advances in AI. They have incorporated complex AI models into their platforms, greatly increasing user engagement and ad

Under CEO Andy Jassy, Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) is continuing to make multiple moves that should tremendously boost its top and bottom lines over the longer term. These maneuvers involve the conglomerate’s e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and healthcare businesses. As a result of Amazon’s extremely promising initiatives, I continue to believe that Amazon stock is significantly undervalued. I

With the kick-off of the year’s second half underway, investors may wonder if the same themes that outperformed in the first half will continue to work. Undoubtedly, AI chip stocks will still stand out as exciting growth bets for investors looking to play the technological revolution. Given the likelihood that the artificial intelligence (AI) boom

Investing in the best Chinese stocks can offer much needed strategic portfolio diversification. The past few years have been tough for Chinese stocks, weighed down by regulatory changes, geopolitical tensions and a lackluster economy. However, in the past few quarters, we’ve seen these headwinds subside, offering a promising opportunity for investors. Many Chinese stocks, especially

While the cannabis industry has all but become legitimate in the United States, it’s not the only form of alternative medicine attempting to break through regulatory barriers. Compounds like psilocybin, lysergic acid and ketamine are all referred to as psychedelics, yet they may have medical applications which are just beginning to be explored. As such, several

This year is shaping up to be the year for new-age IPOs, putting several game-changing IPO stocks on investors’ radar. After a touch-and-go 2023, IPOs are off to a strong start this year with more than $20 billion raised in the first six months. The boom, mainly led by start-ups and next-gen companies, is underscored

The stock market rally has been showing no sign of stopping, and while most of it has been driven by Big Tech, it is worth looking into some little-known penny stocks. These stocks usually see huge breakouts and trade at big premiums during bullish rallies. We haven’t seen that happen across most penny stocks just

The oil sector is witnessing significant fluctuations, creating opportunities for undervalued oil stocks. With Brent crude trading at around $77 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate at $73, market conditions are ripe for strategic investments. Companies such as Shell (NYSE:SHEL) are focusing on shareholder value, reducing costs, and maintaining strong dividends, which make them an