Wall Street has been very upset about the results of the Federal Reserve meeting earlier this month. However, there are still many reasons to be optimistic about U.S. stocks — especially safer large-cap stocks — going forward. For one, I don’t think that the results of the meeting were actually as hawkish as the Street
Small-cap stocks are a perennial favorite among retail investors. On average, small-cap stocks (as a category) outperform the overall market over a long enough period. Since analysts began breaking down market capitalization by category in the US, small-cap stocks returned more than 17% annually on average. However, the upside potential is coupled with greater downside
When considering electric vehicle (EV) stocks, investors generally start with sector behemoth Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and fan out from there. Most of the time, it comes down to choosing between electric vehicle maker A and maker B. But these are notably EV makers of cars and trucks. But what about all the other types of electric-powered
While up on the year, transportation stocks continue to trail the market. The S&P Transportation Index is up 10% in 2023, but over five years, the index is up only 12%. Railways, trucking companies, airlines, and shipping firms continue to make the global economy run but can’t seem to gain any traction with investors. And
While penny stocks promise substantial potential gains, the reality is that sub-$5 stocks are among the riskiest investments. Their low price often reflects underlying issues like weak business models, high debt, dwindling market share, and uncertain prospects. True, each new month brings fresh investment possibilities where significant capital isn’t required. Penny stocks offer opportunities with
The skies haven’t exactly been clear for the aviation world. Casting our gaze back, we recall the catastrophic impact of the pandemic, a time when the sector came to an abrupt halt, and carriers had to grapple with long spells of contracted operations. The daunting financial turbulence of 2020 set the airline industry back by
When it comes to long term investment, it’s important to consider the business fundamentals. I would only hold high quality blue-chip and growth stocks in my portfolio. However, markets provide some attractive opportunities to make quick money in speculative stocks. As an active investor, it makes sense to grab these opportunities to boost portfolio returns.
The Micron Technology Inc. offices in Shanghai on April 6, 2023. Qilai Shen | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in extended trading. Micron Technology — The chip stock slid 4% in extended trading after Micron offered weaker-than-expected earnings guidance for the current quarter. Micron said to expect a loss of
The 2022 bear market saw oil stocks shining due to rising oil prices spurred by inflation and geopolitical events. However, 2023 has seen oil prices halve from their 2022 highs, impacting oil stocks negatively. While the best oil stocks have faced volatility, their modest declines showcase their enduring stability compared to trendier energy investments. Crude
Inflation has been a recurring theme of the economy, but it’s gotten extra hot in recent years. Reckless money printing is the primary catalyst for higher prices and higher interest rates, and the return of student loan payments doesn’t make matters any better. This is wreaking havoc on e-commerce stocks and making several of them
The AI economy is changing quickly. So quickly in fact, that investors are having a hard time deciphering which Ai stocks are fascinating and which may be fads? The answer is likely to come from how companies can answer the “so what?” or maybe a better question, “now what?”, as it relates to AI.
Hydrogen stocks could have an explosive future. For one, according to analysts at HSBC, “We estimate $8 billion in federal stimulus could be unlocked over the next three years (2024-26) to support the U.S. hydrogen industry.” Two, the global hydrogen market could be worth $410.6 billion by 2030 from $242.7 billion in 2023, according to
In early September, I chose Nio (NYSE:NIO) stock as my top electric vehicle (EV) stock pick. Now, however, I’m having second thoughts. There’s no need to panic-sell your Nio shares, if you have any. However, it’s not a great time to add to a share position or start a new one. As we’ll see in a
The transition toward electric vehicles has begun rapidly, and several investors have a positive outlook for EV stocks. While countries across the globe are rapidly working on incentives to increase EV adoption and achieve their target of zero carbon emission, in reality, a very small percentage of EVs are on the road. It might take
The pharmaceuticals market has taken a bit of a breather in recent weeks after an exhilarating rally earlier this year. But seasoned investors know the ups and downs are part of the natural ebb and flow of the market, and that patience and discipline are rewarded in the long-run. While some Pharma sub-sectors such as
Student loan repayments resume on Oct. 1 after a three-year hiatus due to Covid-19. The repayments on the $1.6 trillion in student loan debt are bound to affect retail spending and, in turn, retail stocks. The question economists are trying to answer is how much of an effect payment resumption will have on curbing consumer
Psychedelic stocks are on the rise. Despite the stigma surrounding psychedelics for personal use, controlled medical experiments indicate their usefulness for treating a variety of conditions. One great benefit about psychedelic stocks is their early growth stage. Although this implies added risk, it offers greater potential upside. The difficulty lies buying the right psychedelic stocks.
We’re all too familiar with this month’s catchphrase – “higher for longer.” The Fed’s promise to keep rates up through (potentially) 2026 spooked investors, and markets reacted accordingly. The S&P 500 fell by almost 5% since the announcement, but more pain could be ahead. Higher rates pose a risk to stocks on two primary tenets.
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, September 26, 2023. Brendan McDermid | Reuters A majority of Wall Street investors didn’t take solace in stocks’ 2023 gains, thinking the market could retreat further as risk for a recession creeps up, according to the new CNBC Delivering Alpha investor
In general, investor focus is on stocks listed on the main exchanges. This makes sense considering the liquidity on these exchanges and a sea of stocks to research and invest in. However, I would not completely ignore OTC stocks. There are dozens of OTC stocks with solid fundamentals that are worth considering for the long