Where will all of the electric vehicle (EV) batteries go when they die? Fortunately, most won’t end up in landfills. Instead, according to Car and Driver, they’re often sent to firms that break down the battery packs into their different materials. That includes wires, plastics, and circuitry, for example. The cells are also crushed to
Stocks to buy
Buying stocks on weakness is a natural extension of the “buy low, sell high” philosophy at the heart of successful investing. That’s because one of the easiest ways to buy low and sell high is to purchase stocks that unjustly and/or excessively dropped. Such declines happen often, primarily because the Street tends to overly focus
In the global push for clean energy, it seems increasingly likely that hydrogen will play a big role. Last year, more than 20 countries agreed to “boost output of low-emission hydrogen to at least 90 million tonnes a year by 2030” from current levels of one million tonnes annually. That is an indicator of the
While investors typically acquire dividend stocks because of their passive income, certain enterprises also bring compelling growth opportunities. Put another way, the companies on this list allow you to have your cake and eat it, too. One of the top attributes of dividend stocks for capital gains is that you’re getting a multi-pronged deal. First,
In Hollywood, there’s no such thing as bad publicity. And this adage just might apply to these buzzworthy stocks. For various reasons, the below enterprises have caught the attention of the media landscape. And it’s possible that the spotlight could help drive these names even higher. To identify the most talked about stocks, I used
While the small-capitalization sector provides ample opportunities to find diamonds in the rough, astute investors can occasionally find undervalued large-cap stocks. It sounds completely counterintuitive. Why would a giant publicly traded corporation be undervalued? All I can say is, strange things can happen. Consider the movie Moneyball, where the protagonists of the film helped drive
As the digital era transforms, fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology emerges as the linchpin of tomorrow’s connectivity. That represents a colossal shift. It promises to revolutionize sectors such as machine learning, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The clamor for 5G is clear, particularly in sectors such as autonomous driving and the burgeoning metaverse.
Generally, onlookers dismiss large-cap stocks to buy as the arena for ultra-conservative investors; you know, the type that mimics Warren Buffett’s every move. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. However, if you want a little spice in your portfolio, you can still find it among the industry stalwarts. At first, the concept of high-potential large-cap
The search for the best travel stocks has recently gained momentum, and for good reason. Post-pandemic, travel and tourism sectors have rebounded impressively. After witnessing a major slump, where travel took a backseat for many customers, we now observe an impressive resurgence. However, the upswing isn’t incidental, as financial reports highlight robust financial health with
Last week, yields on short-dated U.S. Treasuries quietly climbed to their highest point in almost 25 years. The effects of that rise, however, have been anything but silent. The average new mortgage rate now sits well over 7%; a home loan that would have cost $2,000 per month in 2021 would now set a new
Though manufacturing activity has moved geographically from the West to the East in recent history, the sector continues to play a vital role in the global economy, providing goods and services that meet the desires of consumers and businesses. However, manufacturing has also seen changes such as technological innovations and renewed geopolitical rivalries. Investors should
In this market, many penny stocks continue to remain beaten down. That said, while I don’t expect each and every speculative penny stock to surge higher like they did in 2021, select penny stocks still offer tremendous upside. Of course, I wouldn’t suggest betting the farm on most penny stocks. However, a small position in the
With ongoing uncertainties in the stock market, investors’ search for bulletproof stocks becomes paramount. Investors seek refuge in stable and growth-oriented stocks as the specter of economic downturns looms. The article lists three stalwarts of the U.S. stock market. Their strategic initiatives and unwavering focus on innovation have positioned them as beacons of stability in
Tech stocks are some of the most appealing and popular in the stock market. But did you ever think about what makes investors so eager to find the best tech stocks to buy? For me, finding the best tech stocks to buy is about the growth potential. Tech companies by nature are looking for innovative
Lithium is a key component of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs), which are expected to see a surge in demand in the coming years. However, lithium prices have been volatile in the past year, causing the best battery stocks to reach record highs in late 2022 before falling sharply in early 2023 due to oversupply
Due to a combination of worries about high-interest rates, China’s decision to prevent some government employees from using Apple’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhones at work, and the fact that September is historically a very bad month for equities. many high-risk, high-reward stocks have taken a beating recently. But, as I’ve written in past columns, the Fed is
Recently, Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President Austan Goolsbee stated that the economy is on the golden path, marked by a decrease in inflation and the avoidance of a recession. Fed policymakers are widely expected to leave its target policy rate in its current range of 5.25%-5.50% when they meet in about two weeks. This has
Nowadays, as technology continues to advance, so does the need for semiconductors. Fortunately, the daring companies within this sector are responsible for creating the most efficient, powerful, and capable semiconductors. Let’s look at the three best semiconductor stocks to buy this month, from companies that will grow your portfolio. Qualcomm (QCOM) Source: nikkimeel / Shutterstock.com
The semiconductor sector has been on a tear in 2023, but while giants like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) get all the headlines, some hidden gems are still waiting to be discovered. Sure, the bigger players can still climb higher, but the risk-reward ratio tends to favor the small caps in times like these. After all, how much
With cannabis usage continuing to rise, now could be an opportune time to invest in marijuana stocks. Over 52 million Americans currently use cannabis, and legalization seems inevitable as more states approve recreational and medical use. However, investing in cannabis stocks is extremely risky and highly speculative. I’d recommend taking only a small position in