Stocks to buy

After a somewhat okay 2023, industrial stocks could post more gains. Last year, the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLI) gained 14%, lagging the S&P 500’s return. Although the sector is fully valued at 19 times the next 12 month’s earnings, there are several tailwinds. So, what are some of these tailwinds? First is reshoring

As we look upon the New Year, we see that the landscape for 5G stocks is ripe for an exciting journey. The ongoing rollout of 5G networks globally presents an enticing opportunity for investors. However, this burgeoning market has challenges, so wagering on the right 5G stock picks is imperative. 5G connectivity, known for its

One of the most impressive things about the technology sector is that it can adapt to any other existing sector. Without a doubt, a fundamental pillar for the evolution and improvement of our daily lives is the software companies that are constantly developing and implementing tools that facilitate our existence as a society and improve

Active traders use many fundamental or technical signals to set up their trades. Stocks exhibiting heavy insider buying can be one of these signals. Insiders may sell stock for a number of reasons, but there is usually only one reason they buy stock: the belief that the stock is undervalued.   It’s not uncommon for

Tech has been the runaway success story of investing for years now. Even with increased volatility, no other sector has quite matched big tech’s ability to deliver outsized returns over the long-run. It’s why many of the top mega-cap companies are simply dominated by technology-oriented firms on the S&P 500. But while the big dogs

The S&P 500 has some of the best stocks and biggest names that are worth adding to your portfolio. 2024 has begun on an optimistic note and we could see several stocks hitting new highs this year. Many of these are mega-cap stocks – analysts love them and they have shown steady growth and revenue.

Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) is benefiting from strong demand for its chips that are used to produce AI. Moreover, the company is positioning itself to get a lift from AI PC proliferation with its improved server chips. Long term, Intel stock should get a boost to its top and bottom lines from chip making for other companies.

Here’s a company that could become a household name in a few years. Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) is relatively unknown today, but the company is advancing a transportation sector that’s still in its infancy. Consequently, ACHR stock has zero-or-hero potential and you’ll definitely want to assess your appetite for volatility before getting on board. Just to recap, Archer Aviation manufactures air

Investors love growth stocks. And what’s not to love? For increasing personal wealth, one of the best ways to get there is to find stocks to buy for growth and let them deliver substantial returns. While some investors may take a more laid-back attitude by investing in conservative, boring stocks, a more exciting way to

The global demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries is likely to growth multi-fold by the end of the decade. This would also imply robust growth for some of the best EV battery companies. Notably, the EV sector has faced some near-term challenges in the form of macroeconomic headwinds, inflation, and supply chain concerns. This has

In dynamic stock investments, pursuing the next big opportunity often leads investors to seek promising ventures with the potential for substantial growth. Among the plethora of options, three stocks under $15 are emerging as strong contenders, projected to triple in value by 2026. The first one, the electric vehicle (EV) giant, suggests strategic dominance in

Stocks in the biotech sector are always going to have massive potential. Health is arguably the most important aspect of life. In turn, the firms that can produce therapeutics that address human disease will always command high prices. That’s why we curated this list of the top-rated biotech stocks. Novel treatments with greater efficacy create

Do you want to be a beginner or a professional? Beginners get shaken out of perfectly good stock positions with each and every headline. Meanwhile, professional investors know that Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is a leader among electric vehicle manufacturers. They stand by their investments, and I encourage you to buy and hold TSLA stock when it dips even if the

The cybersecurity industry has a $2 trillion market opportunity. As the record number of ransomware attacks showed last year, threats are rising, and businesses need to bolster their defenses. In such a backdrop, cybersecurity stocks are a top industry to invest in. Several tailwinds underpin spending on cyber defense. First, rising threat levels make cybersecurity

Lithium prices have been crushed. But that’ll happen with oversupplied markets, and lower demand for electric vehicles thanks to higher interest rates. However, with some lithium mines shutting down or reducing production we could see less supply. This could help stabilize prices and send lithium prices higher with demand. All of which could be good

It seems likely that as mortgage rates continue falling and consumer confidence restabilizes, the U.S. housing market will finally stage a huge recovery this year.  That’s why we’re confident that housing stocks will be one of the best ways to make money in 2024. And in fact, it seems the housing market recovery has already

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has proved to be a standout holding for long-term investors. Indeed, one look at Nvidia’s stock chart over essentially any time frame shows what investors hope to see. That is, a line moving up and to the right, rather consistently. This will have big implications for NVDA stock holders in the future. Of

I often use and write about contrarian investing. That involves trying to identify stocks whose value is being greatly underestimated by the market. Contrarian investors believe that Wall Street will eventually realize the extent to which stocks they have bought are undervalued. That’s the method that I often use. But sometimes, I employ momentum investing.

Google and YouTube parent company Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) is a “Magnificent Seven” member with investments in artificial intelligence technology. The bull case for GOOG stock is strong, but some traders might be concerned about Alphabet’s layoffs. There’s no need to worry, though, since Alphabet’s job cuts are probably necessary for the company’s long-term growth. Of course, Alphabet isn’t

Having avoided a much-dreaded recession last year, investors may feel emboldened to consider risk-on assets, thereby ignoring top-rated value stocks. However, that could be a mistake. Don’t get me wrong – growth-oriented enterprises may see robust tailwinds, especially if interest rates decline. But that prospect might not be guaranteed. You want to be prepared for