Stocks to sell

Two key attributes that I often look for in companies when deciding whether to invest in them are points of differentiation and competitive advantages. Points of differentiation distinguish companies from their competitors. Some of these points result in competitive advantages that enable firms to gain market share. Ultimately, market share gains frequently result in higher

A couple of weeks ago, there was significant activity (particularly in media coverage) regarding the seeming resurgence of meme stocks. The classics of the meme mania, AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) and GameStop (NYSE:GME), rocketed higher. However, nearly as quickly as excitement for meme stocks regained momentum, the fervor seems to be fading again. Yet this does

The latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes outlined delayed interest rate cuts. These are an effort to clamp down on inflation, noting “fewer cuts this year than previously thought.” This translates to elevated borrowing costs and increased living costs, a fertile ground for reduced profit margins. In such an economic climate, identifying stocks to

If you’re wondering which overvalued blue-chip stocks to ditch right now, look no further. The best investors pay attention to a stock’s valuation. Warren Buffett famously avoids buying stocks that are trading at more than 15 times future earnings estimates. Any stock with a higher multiple is too expensive for the Oracle of Omaha. Buffett’s

We can all agree that the Federal Reserve’s never-ending battle in curbing inflation has been incredibly exhausting. The latest in this saga is that the Fed believes it will have to keep interest rates “higher for longer,” which will likely result in significant volatility in the stock market. With these economic pressures expected to sustain

Financial and financial technology stocks have had a decent run ever since interest rates rose. The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLF) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks 71 equities in the financial sector, including banking and insurance companies. The ETF has $39 billion in assets under management and has risen 28% over the past

Earlier in May, President Biden’s administration announced a series of new tariffs on goods sourced from China. The move will raise the tariff rate on a variety of imported goods including steel and aluminum, semiconductors, electric vehicles and batteries, solar industry goods and medical equipment. The biggest headline grabbing part of this policy move is

For a moment between 2020 and 2022, it seemed as if e-commerce would become the future of how people shop and purchase their daily goods. From companies like Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) to Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST), in-person shopping looked like a thing of the past. However, there are still some benefits to shopping in person that e-commerce

In certain market conditions, stocks may temporarily deviate from their intrinsic value, leading to overvaluation. Eventually, they tend to revert to their true worth. However, buying overvalued stocks often leads to underperformance as prices readjust. To gauge stock value, various metrics are used, including P/E and EV/EBITDA ratios, and comparison of stock price to company

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is undergoing a proxy battle that could decide whether CEO Elon Musk stays onboard. Tesla stock holders have until June 13 to approve a 2018 stock payment now worth anywhere from $47-56 billion. A Delaware Chancery Court rejected the package. But Tesla believes a second shareholder vote will override the court. That’s because

There are some pharma stocks to sell in May this year. These companies have been grappling with various issues. These include pipeline setbacks, increasing competition, and regulatory hurdles. All of these issues have adversely affected their financial performance and stock prices. Moreover, with the broader market presenting attractive investment options, holding on to these riskier

Social media stocks to sell aren’t just a passing thought anymore. Over the past few years, we’ve seen how social media has played second-fiddle to other cutting-edge technologies in the investing world. Last year’s rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) sparked incredible investor interest, propelling AI stocks to unprecedented levels. This transformation points to a

Due to the current state of global tensions and the overall willingness of the U.S. government to continuously increase defense spending budgets, the defense industry is likely not worth betting against in the short term. That being said, despite two active wars, which America is directly supporting, the defense industry has seen somewhat modest gains as a whole. Part of this can be

One of the most prominent ways to quiet the bears is to point to the performance of the S&P 500. After all, this collection of 500 prominent U.S.-listed companies incorporates a diverse spectrum of business models, company missions and economic output as its basis of value. However, one of its most valuable categories — information

As the restaurant industry continues to face post-pandemic era challenges, investors might want to consider selling a few restaurant stocks while they still can. These companies struggle with various issues such as declining sales, increasing costs and intense competition. Unfortunately, these have negatively impacted their financial performance and stock prices. Investors should evaluate these restaurant

Not all technology stocks are equal. While certain areas of the tech sector like microchips, cybersecurity and anything related to artificial intelligence (AI) are booming right now, others are struggling. Electric vehicles, smartphones and e-commerce platforms that rely on consumer discretionary spending. Looking at these company’s current financial results emphasizes that there are plenty of

The semiconductor boom has rewarded many investors who picked them up before the latest AI-fueled surge. Though there’s still value (and room to run) for many of the AI chip stocks, there are also the overheated ones that may be vulnerable to a correction at some point in the near future. Undoubtedly, the AI boom

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) may hold steady, but I can understand why you may be champing at the bit to buy it. An upcoming vehicle unveiling event could, in theory, spark a big move higher for Tesla stock. However, between now and this event, scheduled for August, the EV maker’s shares could encounter additional rounds of turbulence.

It’s important to be aware of the blue-chip stocks to avoid as we come to the end of the first-quarter earnings season, and cracks emerge in certain companies. Retailers, in particular, are struggling as inflation-battered consumers pull back their spending with interest rates elevated. Several prominent retailers posted mixed Q1 financial results and gave a

The fintech sector, often celebrated for its innovative approach to traditional financial services, has propelled numerous startups into the spotlight with promises of high returns and disruptive potential. Yet, amidst these success stories, certain fintech firms have not lived up to the hype, burdened by operational challenges, regulatory pressures, and fierce competition that have stunted