When times get tough, investors turn to dividend stocks, particularly Dividend Kings. Rising prices, elevated energy costs, and slowing economic growth mean the one constant investors can count on is the reliability of dividend stocks to see them through. That’s why you should include Dividend Kings in your portfolio. Dividend Kings are the elite of
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The U.S. Federal Reserve Building in Washington, D.C. Win Mcnamee | Reuters Today, the Federal Reserve will publish its latest economic forecasts. There will be an intense focus on the Summary of Economic Projections, which is the Fed’s own estimates for GDP growth, the unemployment rate, inflation and the appropriate policy interest rate. The summary will
While the capital markets buzz with possibilities, few sectors incite as much excitement as top robotics stocks. Automation, innovation and the tantalizing promise of ushering in a new era of productivity have fueled much of this fervor. However, is this enthusiasm more than just a flight of fancy? Consider the cold, hard facts. Data from
Though artificial intelligence and machine learning have gotten their fair share of hype this year, not all of these companies are positioned to outperform in 2023. This has led to the rise of machine learning stocks to avoid. For those who don’t know, machine learning happens to be a branch of artificial intelligence that enables
Pinterest app on a mobile phone. Andrew Harrer | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Dollar General — Dollar General shares fell 2% after JPMorgan downgraded the discounter to underweight from a neutral as the company’s core shopper grapples with persistent inflationary pressures and dwindling savings. Pinterest —
We’re in the midst of a bull market, albeit one that has been rather sluggish at times. And often, in bull markets, it’s better to buy high-flying, riskier growth stocks than the blue-chip names like those in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. However, with inflation still somewhat elevated, the U.S. government dealing with a very
Value stocks are the perfect haven in today’s choppy stock market. Instead of looking to high-flying tech stocks, many investors are flocking to companies with low price-to-book ratios and other undervaluation metrics. But value traps abound in today’s market. Investors must be more discerning than blindly buying a stock when a ratio hits an arbitrary
In my past coverage of QuantumScape (NYSE:QS), I have cited many factors that help to build a convincing bear case for QS stock. However, with the release of a new sell-side rating on QS this week, there’s now a new convincing bull case out there for the EV battery company’s shares. This latest thesis focuses
In the investment sphere, where markets shift like dunes in the desert, identifying the right stocks for your portfolio can be as challenging as prospecting for gold. However, certain fabled blue-chip stocks stand the test of time. As we step into the second half of September, it’s time for investors to embark on their modern-day
With uncertainty looming for the rest of the year, it’s time to consider which S&P 500 stocks to sell. Is the stock market set to rally into year-end or take a terrible tumble this fall? With this much macroeconomic uncertainty, there’s a good argument to be made in either direction. Today, however, we’re not looking
As uncertainty reigns, it’s time to check your portfolio for penny stocks to sell. The allure of penny stocks remains undeniable, and there are genuine diamonds hidden within the realm of stocks trading under $5 per share. Others have proven incredibly volatile in the stock market rout last year and continue to shed value as
EHang Holdings (NASDAQ:EH) is not a household name, however, EH stock has become one of the top autonomous aerial vehicle plays. As a result, shares in this flying vehicle company are up nearly three-fold over the past twelve months. Trading for a little over $5 per share last September, as of this writing the stock
After a blistering run in this year’s first half, the stock market has changed. Many high-flying stocks have taken a turn for the worse since the dog days of summer and are now flashing warning signs to investors. The red flags that have cropped up for these Nasdaq stocks to sell range from overinflated valuations
Last year, growth stocks and EV stocks faced challenges. But 2023 has brought a strong comeback, driven by government support and rising fuel costs. Amid this, market differentiation between EV sector leaders and laggards has become evident, with some stocks surging while others decline. Oftentimes, investors have EV exposure through ETFs. But diversification in individual
In general, large-cap stocks are associated with steady upside and continued value creation through dividends. It’s growth stocks that seem more exciting in terms of skyrocketing in quick time. However, there are always exceptions. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has surged by over 200% for year-to-date. Even Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has witnessed a strong rally of 42% for the
If the cost of living crisis has you thinking of what future generations will face 20 years from now, it’s probably time to look for stocks to buy your children now. Among the best stocks to buy for your offspring are the ones that will thrive over the long-term. For better time management, pick up
It’s been hard to go wrong with artificial intelligence stocks this year. A surprise 2023 stock market rally and Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) jaw-dropping earnings results created a boom for many stocks. And just like that, artificial intelligence (AI) suddenly became a buzzword. Investors scooped up shares of small, medium, and large-cap companies that stood poised to benefit
The Federal Reserve is set to make its next move shortly, and it could send a shock through the market. With already high interest rates, a sticky inflation problem and an uncertain economic outlook, many investors are taking a cautious approach for the rest of 2023. And there should be particular concern about companies that
The sci-fi dreams of yesterday are shaping the realities of today. Flying cars, once the stuff of fiction, are now soaring into the realm of possibility. These aerial marvels promise a new dawn for short flights to your destination and followed by hitting the road seamlessly. While the practicality of these winged wonders remains under
Are you looking for European stocks to buy? Bloomberg recently reported details about Bank of America’s (NYSE:BAC) latest survey of European fund managers. According to the report, 61% of the managers surveyed see an upside for European equities over the next 12 months, up from just 45% in August. Further, approximately 37% of those managers