After the rollercoaster ride which was 2023, many investors are looking for opportunities in the new year. While the broader market recovered strongly, the rally left some high-quality companies behind. With beaten-down valuations but improving fundamentals, these dirt-cheap stocks could be primed for a rebound in 2024. As we enter the year, I’m optimistic about
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“The Dogs of the Dow” system involves purchasing the index’s 10 stocks with the highest dividend yields at the end of each year. Using the technique has a few major advantages. Of course, stocks with high dividend yields pay investors to wait for a rebound to provide either significant income or the ability to buy
Right around this time last year, InvestorPlace analyst Luke Lango made 10 big predictions for the stock market. His boldest included forecasting that 2023 would be one of the best years for stocks in history. Nine of the 10 predictions came true! That’s because Luke recognized that the Federal Reserve has an outsized role in
As we enter into the new year, we need to start looking into how we can make changes to our portfolio. One thing is unlikely to change from last year though. AI will likely continue to be at the forefront of the market. 2023 was the year of ChatGPT with AI exploding into the mainstream
After a busy day, you log into your computer and see that another dividend payment landed in your portfolio. It’s a nice feeling that dividend investors can’t get enough of. They frequently reinvest dividends and contribute to their portfolios each month. Some dividend investors have detailed spreadsheets that show how many dividends they received each
Safety is never guaranteed in the financial markets. However, it’s a reasonably safe bet that Mastercard (NYSE:MA) will continue to reward its loyal investors with dividend distributions, quarter after quarter. Mastercard is a premier, blue-chip company that respects its shareholders, so my top dividend-grower pick for this year is MA stock. At the same time,
Growth stocks made a big comeback in 2023, outperforming value stocks by 31%. This is the second biggest outperformance on record (data goes back to 1979) — only 2020 saw a bigger outperformance. Can the rally in high-growth stocks continue into 2024? With the economy remaining strong, interest rates poised to move lower and a
In an increasingly wireless world, batteries are becoming more than just the item you forgot to buy on Christmas Eve. They play an essential role in the world’s move to renewable energy. And as investors, there is no shortage of candidates on a list of best battery stocks. When you think about battery stocks,
Stability and income are two things that often go overlooked by investors, so it may be time to focus on some income stocks. Time and again, statistics show that those investors who choose stability outperform those who seek higher returns in the long run. Few things better represent stability than the ability of a company to pay
Cybersecurity stocks continue to be one of the hottest parts of the technology trade. While artificial intelligence (AI) has been getting all of the attention in the business press over the last year, most cybersecurity stocks have more than doubled in that time, trouncing the returns of the broader market. Best of all, analysts see
Financial technology can help transform an economy and it has emerged as a strong sector in 2023. The industry did face some volatility throughout the year, but with inflation easing, it looks like better days are ahead. Now is the time to look for growth stocks that have the potential to soar as the fintech
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD), commonly known as just AMD, put the critics in their place last year as AMD stock provided stellar gains for investors. As the company continues to develop high-demand artificial intelligence chips, there’s no compelling reason to dump your AMD shares in 2024. Of course, the skeptics will always find excuses to worry
In 2023, Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) emerged as a prominent flying car stock to watch, making a number of key advancements. Collaborating with NASA, JOBY stock demonstrated its vehicles’ ability to conduct 120 flights per hour in busy airport environments. The Air Taxi sector, including companies like Joby, displays promising potential with strategic partnerships and route
In 2021, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) rebranded from Facebook to focus on the burgeoning metaverse. However, the subsequent year brought challenges with the end of pandemic-related benefits and a shift towards fiscal conservatism, leading to a decline in the META stock share price. Despite fluctuations, Meta Platforms, a top-tier tech stock, appears fairly valued with room
Hydrogen stocks are likely to continue to be in focus this year thanks to continued worries about global warming. Countries around the world remain committed to reaching net zero, which will require a combination of energy-saving measures, a push for renewable energy development, and the development and deployment of low-carbon solutions like hydrogen energy. It’s
Biotech is still one of the most exciting investments on the market, creating substantial opportunities for some of the best biotech stocks. Look at obesity drug stocks, like Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY) for example. The stock exploded from about $460 to a high of $626 just over excitement with its obesity treatment. After all, with obesity bursting at the
Shipping companies enable the transport of raw materials and finished products across oceans and borders. The global marine vessel industry is set to expand over the coming years to reach a market value of $188.57 billion by 2028. Though the industry faces high fuel costs and port congestion, shipping stocks remain resilient. They offer significant
With a new investing year upon us, investors are on the hunt for the best bargain stocks to buy. Last year was certainly a great year for investing, making it even more pronounced to be extremely selective in 2024. There exists a class of companies that have been largely overlooked with the increased focus and
If you are an investor like me, your goal is to generate passive income as soon as you start investing. While it is possible to enjoy capital appreciation on your investment, you must consider the different ways you can make money while you remain invested. Picking dividend stocks is one way of taking home steady income but
With generative artificial intelligence (AI) taking the world by storm last year, many investors seem to be leaving other game-changing technological trends behind. In 2024, I expect AI to continue to be a top trend that gets investors excited. However, the so-called metaverse could return to glory as competition in the headset market kicks into