Small-cap stocks are looking attractive now to many investors, including myself. These companies, on the whole, have lower valuations than their large-cap counterparts, meaning they could deliver the needed gains investors seek. Last year was categorized by an astonishing lack of market breadth, with the Magnificent Seven accounting for almost all of the gains in
In the world of ESG stocks, it is often believed that implementing ESG surrenders profitability. However, such a narrative is false. ESG investing can be narrowed down to three sub-categories: impact investing, positive screening and negative screening. Indeed, impact investing often ignores a firm’s financial prospects. However, positive and negative screening methods are contra concepts
While investors might be tempted to ride the biggest winners of last year, shifting sands may provide a superior outlook for comeback stocks. Just what am I talking about? These are securities that are currently trading no higher than 10% of their 52-week lows. At the same time, they (at time of writing) feature a
When you think about stock picks for 2024 related to artificial intelligence, the first name that likely comes to mind is Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). If not NVDA, then pure-play technology companies rise to the forefront for obvious reasons. However, the beauty of digital intelligence is that the innovation is utilitarian, empowering practically all industries to benefit.
A triumphant narrative of resilience and strategic prowess across three divergent industries emerges in the ongoing roller-coaster, where markets teeter on the brink of uncertainty with stocks at 52-week lows. Picture this: the first one, the tech titan, navigating tumultuous waters with an arsenal of revenue streams and a cloud-centric strategy. Concurrently, the second unveils
All in all, it’s certainly not a horrible time to be a brick-and-mortar retailer in the United States. That’s because the labor market remains strong, while consumers appear to be ready to spend more of their money on goods, interest rates are falling and the wages of retail employees are no longer zooming higher. However,
If you’re going to invest in American stocks, there’s an important fact about United States politics that you should keep in mind. Specifically, each of the political parties has sectors of the economy that tend to support it more than the opposing party. Furthermore, when Republicans and Democrats are in office, they usually reward their
For those prioritizing long-term investments, the key is selecting stocks with a robust track record and resilience in unpredictable scenarios. In the vast landscape of investments dominated by tech unicorns and financial giants, three discreet millionaire-maker stocks stand out. These stocks, operating with resilience, innovation, and market finesse, quietly generate wealth. Also, they act as
The future of the United States economy appears surprisingly resilient, as evidenced by positive trends in labor force participation, inflation and wages. Despite earlier concerns of long-term scars, the nation has shown remarkable recovery, challenging prevailing pessimism. While challenges persist, the overall state of the economy and society seems more favorable than anticipated. Because of
With the technology machinery running at full speed, forward-looking investors should consider the hottest quantum computing stocks for the prospect of robust profitability. To be sure, the pure-play ecosystem presents high risks. At the same time, the potential paradigm shift involved in quantum computers makes the bullish case incredibly enticing. Essentially, the innovation empowers simultaneous
A lot of the credit for the U.S. averting an economic recession over the past year is going to consumers as their spending has remained strong despite elevated interest rates. The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau showed that retail sales in November were up 0.1% from October, and up 3.1% from a year
We’ve all seen the headlines – “Reddit traders squeeze hedge funds!” “Meme stocks defy gravity!” For a while there, it seemed like anyone could throw cash into a random ticker and watch it skyrocket. Of course, meme stock prices still do spike from time to time. However, I see any sort of capital inflow into
As we kick off 2024 with optimism and fresh perspectives, it’s time to look at the market and identify some prime value stocks poised for gains this year. With the economy steadily recovering, we can expect undervalued stocks to experience nice upside, as investor sentiment improves. Many companies with strong underlying businesses have fallen out
Companies with high trading volume may not always be a great investment option. Many stocks to avoid are not the best picks for investors looking for long-term gains. Investors looking for robust companies with positive trajectories should consider more than just their popularity. Several stocks without a large trading volume amount offer investors great opportunities.
The race for urban air mobility is getting intense, with flying taxi companies vying for superiority. Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) is one of the leading contenders because its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft offers a competitive advantage over its rivals. The global eVTOL market is growing at an expected compound annual rate of over
While the idea of plant-based food may not seem appetizing, its potential profits could be. In fact, by 2027, according to Research and Markets, the global plant-based food market could grow to about $75 billion by 2028 from $41.06 billion in 2022. All thanks to growing interest in veganism, healthy living, and environmental issues, which could be
QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) has been teasing investors with the promise of solid-state batteries for years. The San Jose company said it was close to production last year. Then CEO Jagdeep Singh said improvements would be needed first. That message brought investors to QuantumScape from its founding in 2010. At one point, it was worth more than
The space stock sector remains speculative but also highly interesting. Traditionally, space companies highly align with and are funded by the government. However, that is changing. These days, titans of the industry, including Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, continue to funnel billions of dollars into the sector. The commercial space industry was valued at $546
As the year 2024 begins, the investment environment is brimming with potential, notably in the field of autonomous driving. Among them, a handful stand out as the most exciting and hottest autonomous driving stocks, catching the attention of astute investors. This industry, which was previously a faraway dream, is now on its way to becoming
Published in 1996, The Millionaire Next Door remains an insightful book that offers a glimpse into the lives of people with net worth exceeding $1 million. They didn’t drive fancy cars or live in big homes. Further, they had modest lifestyles, saved money, and frequently invested their extra cash. In fact, many of these individuals