Flying cars, long a sci-fi dream, inch closer to reality with numerous companies advancing in the field. Once seen as speculative, these stocks are now gaining traction as a tangible part of the future of transportation. Beyond novelty, they serve practical purposes such as emergency services, medical evacuations, and cargo delivery. The current market offers
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Discovering which meme stocks to avoid can be tricky. These stocks have, for better or worse, become part of the general discussion of the stock market and investments overall. The relatively new class of stocks took off during the pandemic as stimulus checks hit accounts and quarantined youthful investors succumbed to overzealousness. That isn’t to
As autumn arrives and the weather cools, investors should closely monitor the energy sector. Oil and gas stocks have been stellar performers since summer 2022 as energy prices remain elevated, vastly outshining the overall market. With OPEC+ confirming additional output cuts recently, and global demand steadily recovering, the backdrop remains highly favorable for energy stocks
Where are stocks headed as we approach the fourth and final quarter of the year? Hard to say. There’s a lot weighing on markets right now. From an economic slowdown in China to a possible government shutdown in Washington, D.C., to persistently high inflation and the growing proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) products. Stocks have
Lithium prices have experienced sluggish growth in 2023, mainly due to the oversupply of the metal in the market and a relatively slowdown in sales of electric vehicles (EVs). Although some analysts predict that lithium demand will rebound in the second half of the year, driven by the recovery of the EV sector and the
Uncovering hidden gems in investments can be akin to finding treasure amid uncertainty. The financial markets are replete with companies, some quietly thriving beneath the radar, ready to break free and deliver substantial growth. The article delves into the strategies progression of three under-the-radar stocks poised for significant expansion. First on the list is a
Some meme-stock traders might not be worried about global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment’s (NYSE:AMC) financial issues. However, serious investors should take note of AMC Entertainment’s financial condition. They also need to consider the company’s willingness to shell its shares. With these issues in mind, financial traders might be persuaded not to buy AMC stock. Sure,
The Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates will impact the short-term outlook of the economy. However, even with higher-for-longer interest rates, drug discovery moves on. That’s why it’s still a good time to look for biotech stocks to buy. Most biotech stocks have performed poorly as investors moved to a risk-off position. But the work
Investors wanting to buy good quality S&P 500 stocks at great prices should consider the following seven stocks. Even better, Morningstar analysts have assigned 5-star ratings to all seven of these picks, indicating that each is severely undervalued. S&P 500 Stocks: U.S. Bancorp (USB) Source: Michael Vi / Shutterstock.com U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) sometimes flies under
I strongly believe that 2024 is likely to be a year to remain invested in growth stocks. After a big correction in 2022, there are several growth stocks to buy that trade at attractive valuations. Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) believes that the S&P 500 index can potentially touch 5,000 in 2024. Furthermore, chief economists at
Sometimes, even blue-chip stocks can generate substantial losses. Disney (NYSE:DIS), for example, plummeted as consumers ditched cable television. Top retail stocks took a hit as they lost market share to online competitors. Others, like Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) pulled back because valuations became far too rich. Whatever the case may be, it’s important to stay
The September slump is in full effect as the S&P 500 fell about 2% since the end of August. Still, investors are finding plenty to be excited about in today’s markets. IPOs are back on the menu, as you’ll soon see – but not all new listings are worth investing in. Likewise, meme stock drama
While many retail investors are keen to discover which securities the big market players are snapping up, sometimes it’s more telling to zero in on the stocks institutional traders are selling. Why? Because trading, for all its analytics, can be an emotional rollercoaster. And the line between triumph and disaster? Discipline. True discipline empowers the
Investing and trading cannabis stocks has been extraordinarily difficult. I feel for those who took a bet for all the right reasons (which we’ll get into). But the entire space has been incredibly challenged. If we look at the Global X Cannabis ETF (NASDAQ:POTX) as a proxy, it’s clear that investors have felt pain for
Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Instacart — Instacart shares fell more than 5% one day after going public on the Nasdaq. The grocery deliver company’s stock debuted at $42 on Tuesday, 40% above its $30 offering price. Steelcase — The furniture stock soared more than 26%
If you’re looking for Charlie Munger stocks to buy, it turns out the best place to look is a relatively unknown Chinese-American portfolio manager named Li Lu. Over the summer, stories surfaced about the fascinating man behind Himalaya Capital. Born in China in 1966, Lu fled to New York in 1989, where he attended Columbia
In today’s dynamic investment landscape, while many innovators have stolen the limelight with impressive yields, it’s equally crucial to have a keen eye on tech stocks to avoid. Recognizing potential pitfalls isn’t the most pleasant task, but it’s indispensable for a disciplined and holistic market strategy. A cardinal rule in investing underscores the velocity of
The biotech sector never fails to offer up stocks full of massive issues at any given time. Developing novel therapeutic devices and pharmaceuticals is, after all, very expensive. Therefore, it is extraordinarily common to find heavily indebted firms that incur massive losses when investing in the sector. That’s essentially the MO for all of the
Despite predictions of a recession at the end of 2022, the United States economy has defied expectations, showcasing robustness and continued growth. Throughout the first half of 2023, it has remained resilient despite headwinds in interest rate hikes, a politically driven debt default crisis initiated by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and a series of bank failures. This resilience
Dividends are powerful incentives for investors. Many investors rely on regular dividend payments to provide income. Dividends also allow investors to grow their portfolios through consistent reinvestments. Many investors choose to own high-yield dividend stocks for higher payouts. These companies pay a high percentage of their free cash flow to shareholders. Investors will often stick