There’s no question that we’re in a bear market. Whether you use the arbitrary “down 20%” rule of thumb or simply look at the price action, it’s clearly bear-market territory. However, bear markets can often spell opportunity, even for small investors. And even for investors who have only $500 to spend, there are options. What
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The next big event for Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock is Sep. 30. The electric vehicle (or EV) maker will host its second annual AI day, a showcase of the company’s various artificial-intelligence (or AI) projects. This is likely to include updates on Tesla’s efforts in the field of autonomous vehicle (or AV) technology. Also, the company
[Editor’s note: “The Global EV Disruption Is Your Million-Dollar Opportunity” was previously published in November 2021. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] When it comes to identifying next-generation breakthrough investments that could rise 100%, 200%, 500%, or more, I always come back to one saying. Where there’s disruption, there’s
With the major equity indices printing gallons of red ink this year, investors naturally began searching for recession stocks. However, a new source of anxiety now appears on the horizon: stagflation. Per NerdWallet, stagflation represents higher consumer costs merging with rising unemployment and little, if any, economic growth. Recently, World Bank President David Malpass stated
As the market continues to absorb concerns like high inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible recession, the stock market is still far from getting back into bull market mode. With this, you may think it’s not the right time to consider micro-cap stocks to buy and hold. After all, as riskier, more volatile investments,
Many older Americans are more scared about outliving their wealth than death itself. Accordingly, the search for dividend stocks to buy for retirement is one that many take seriously. Dividend-paying stocks are often the go-to option for those nearing or in retirement. That’s partly because the passive income stream these equities generate can help bolster
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on Sept. 14 that it would invest up to $2.8 billion in 70 smart-farming initiatives selected as part of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities. While these 70 projects won’t give investors an answer regarding The 7 Best Agriculture Stocks to Buy Now, it does reinforce why the agriculture
[embedded content] We circle back to EV stocks in this week’s podcast episode. With lithium prices on the rise yet again, we check in with the electric vehicle sector. Is that a major headwind for EV stocks? We don’t think so. Ultimately, it seems supply chains are improving. And specifically, lithium supply is growing –
The best safe monthly dividend stocks are remarkably compelling during the current market downturn. However, many top dividend stocks have also taken a sizeable hit in value over the past several months. The pull-back presents an incredible opportunity to load up on dividend stocks and generate regular income. Dividend stocks usually belong to companies with
Looking ahead, investors have S&P 500 stocks to buy as share prices fall. In the summer of 2022, the absence of negative news propelled the S&P 500 (NYSE:SPY) to erase some earlier losses. On Sept. 13 the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics posted a consumer price index of 8.3%. The energy index fell by 5%
[Editor’s note: “Muscle Through a Recession With Growth Stocks” was previously published in June 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] Lately, the stock market has been getting crushed. It’s clear that we’re in the middle of a bear market. And it seems likely that the U.S. will see
Even though the stock market has performed miserably lately, and throughout most of 2022, macroeconomic data shows there is reason to be hopeful equities can rebound meaningfully sooner rather than later. Moreover, unlike in April, May and June, a significant number of non-defensive stocks across numerous sectors are holding their own and even advancing on
For those that consider themselves the ultimate contrarians, they may want to target certain small-cap sleeper stocks to buy. And believe me, we are talking about true contrarianism. According to a recent MarketWatch article, big investors favor large-capitalization firms to take them home for the rest of 2022. That’s smart thinking — but it’s also
[embedded content] When we talk about EVs, we’re usually talking about cars. But with electric aircraft buzzing around in the news, will that be the next big sector to keep an eye on? Well, in truth, we think hydrogen makes the most sense for aircraft. It’s a heavy-duty, long-haul transportation medium, and hydrogen seems best
Reddit stocks have been so successful (or at least intriguing) that Reddit has quickly become an investing hub. The site has a huge community of investors and traders who use it as a platform for their investments. The trading community is also big on Reddit, and many subreddits are dedicated to trading. Investors are increasingly
It’s fair to say that many investors are searching for a hidden bull market currently. For most, this search may take hold among mega-cap, low-beta blue-chip stocks. For others, this could mean finding specific penny stocks to buy with incredible upside, given their beaten-up valuations. In any case, it’s a search for diamonds in the
After covering market ideas under $10 and later under $20, it’s now time to go up the standalone denomination chain of the Federal Reserve note spectrum and discuss under-$50 sleeper stocks to buy before Wall Street wakes up. The narrative is simple. Your boss likes your work and decides to give you a raise. With
Wall Street has not been kind to most financial stocks so far in 2022. Despite the potential for bank earnings to increase due to rising interest rates, worries over a global recession have weighed on many bank shares. Today we will examine three undervalued bank stocks that provide investors with good buying opportunities. The banking
With precious metals prices continuing to move inversely to interest rates, some investors would say that the best precious metals stocks to own right now are none of them. If you view precious metals strictly through the lens of gold and silver, I can’t blame you. As inflation soared, gold and silver did not hold
Semiconductor stocks have been out of favor in 2022. There is, however, a catalyst that can change this downtrend now. The U.S. has passed the CHIPS and Science Act, which includes $52 billion in subsidies to entice companies to manufacture semiconductors domestically. The future of semiconductor stocks therefore seems bright, as there will be large