Since the end of 2022, energy prices, especially natural gas futures, have significantly declined. Natural Gas (Dec’ 23) has fallen by 43%, and WTI Crude (Jan’ 24) has seen a drop of 1% within the same period. With the energy market not very profitable in 2023. Investors are hesitant to invest in these companies and are beginning to look
It’s been an unpleasant year for EV charging stocks, which is an understatement. Some of the best EV charging stocks have plunged for a year to date. The reasons include intense competition, cash burn, and the likelihood of equity dilution. However, it seems that stocks have discounted the concerns. The next year can potentially be
Investing in biotech stocks is not for risk-averse investors. However, if you’re an investor who is serious about generating outsized gains, it’s a sector that you can’t overlook. Many companies are developing and manufacturing drugs and therapeutics that treat a range of conditions, some of which have no currently known cures. These companies are developing
It’s been a year since Robert Iger returned as the CEO of the Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS). And in that time, the lights of the Magic Kingdom dimmed considerably. In the 12 months since Iger’s return to the helm of the Mouse House, DIS stock is flat (up a slight 0.39%). However, the share price of the world’s most extensive
There have been many lifestyle changes in the post-covid world. An important part is a focus on physical and mental health. Eating the right food is an important part of physical health, and with health issues like obesity and diabetes, among others, there is an increasing demand for organic food. From an investment perspective, it’s
The market continues to rip higher in November, with the S&P 500 up 9% since Halloween. However, not all stocks are participating in the rally. While tech stocks lead the way, a number of well-known blue-chip names are falling further and further behind. Many companies that have been around for decades and are household names
Hydrogen energy is emerging as a critical component in the transition to a low-carbon economy. These companies are making significant strides in hydrogen technology that could send hydrogen stocks skyrocketing. These hydrogen stocks’ low-valuation ratios indicate potential undervaluation, considering the stock price relative to earnings and other financial metrics. The lower valuation ratios for these
Plenty of fans, known as “Apes,” are rooting for AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) to succeed in 2024. That’s all fine and well, but AMC stock is on a downtrend and the best grade we can give it is a “D.” It’s not an insult to the company or the “Apes,” but only an assessment that AMC Entertainment doesn’t
EV stocks are one of the hottest investing trends of the decade. But that doesn’t mean investing in the sector won’t come with its ups and downs. So far in 2023, global demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has softened. While the long term outlook remains bullish, investors should be aware that most EV companies will
The allure of multibagger tech stocks often captivates the savvy investor’s imagination. These are not just any tech stocks, they’re the kind that have the potential to multiply an investment manifold. Imagine a seed growing into a towering tree and you’ve got a good metaphor of the essence of multibagger tech stocks. This sector, brimming
After navigating the crisis earlier this year that roiled regional bank stocks, the coast is clear to dive into this sector, right? Well, not quite. In June, Kellogg Insight stated that the regional subsegment of the broader financial ecosystem remained in crisis mode. Several days ago, The Hill reported that indeed, it’s still not out
While we all love, or at least come away impressed with semiconductor juggernaut Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), it’s difficult not to notice the obvious: Nvidia stock is overvalued. Usually, anything involving the capital market subjects itself to debate. However, it would take significant verbal gymnastics to claim NVDA is anything close to a bargain. We just need
Casino stocks are generally having a decent year in 2023. Two of the largest pure-play exchange traded funds (ETFs) are the VanEck Gaming ETF (NASDAQ:BJK) and the Roundhill Sports Betting & iGaming ETF (NYSEARCA:BETZ). They’re up 3.4% and 13.3% year-to-date (YTD). While that’s less than the 19% return of the S&P 500, the interest in
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Finding undervalued stocks to buy isn’t as easy as it once was. When Benjamin Graham wrote The Intelligent Investor, finding undervalued stocks involved diving into financial statements, calculating ratios independently, and finding a gap between a company’s intrinsic value and the stock priced by the market. But, financial ratios are at our fingertips today. Virtually
An end to federal prohibition may be in reach, according to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. All thanks to bipartisan legislation that could give the industry access to banking services. Plus, he says, “The people are on our side” after Ohio legalized its use, which could be a solid catalyst for marijuana penny stocks. Even better, according to
There are few investors who have their every move followed and analyzed like Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A)(NYSE:BRK-B) chairman and CEO Warren Buffett. That’s because none have the sustained, long-term success of the Oracle of Omaha. However, there is one stock that Warren Buffet just bought that may come as a shock to you. In the 65
Artificial intelligence (AI) makes people’s lives easier. And what’s more convenient than online shopping? Naturally, e-commerce stores use this technology to make personalized product recommendations to increase sales. Businesses use chatbots to address frequently asked questions and avoid repetitive tasks for customer support teams. The technology can also auto-generate lines of code and content. The
To be completely upfront, defensive consumer stocks tend to be incredibly boring. With these ideas, you’re almost giving up any practical intentions of robustly beating the market. Instead, you’re hoping to stay in the game and live to fight another day. It’s not appealing, but the strategy can be very effective, depending on the circumstances.
As 2023 comes to a close, now may be a great time to figure out which stocks to sell. If you are an income-focused investor, this may entail figuring out the top dividend stocks to sell. While these stocks may, on paper, offer steady returns, they may not necessarily be on track to produce satisfactory