Chinese stocks have struggled, as indicated by the downtrend in the Shanghai index. It’s also noteworthy that the index has remained sideways (amid volatility) in the last five years. The reasons for depressed valuations include macroeconomic challenges and geopolitical factors. However, there is no doubt that several quality stocks in the Chinese market have overreacted
The future of the U.S. economy looks promising. Recent data indicates a significant increase in productivity, reminiscent of the economic boom experienced in the mid-1990s. Technology advances and the widespread adoption of hybrid work models contribute to this positive trend. If sustained, this surge in productivity could lead to higher wages, improved company profitability and
Investors have always searched for signs of bullishness in stocks that the market has discounted. The pursuit of value is never-ending. Those who can find bullish sleeper stocks among shares plagued by bearish sentiment stand to make a lot of money. Two of the stocks discussed below are plagued by bullish sentiment. Each of those
The Russell 2000, an index tracking the performance of small-to-mid-cap companies, ended 2023 in better shape than when it started. In particular, Russell 2000 stocks 16.8% in 2023, below that of both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices, which appreciated 24.2% and 43.4%, respectively. The index had been trailing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq since then. In 2024, the Russell
With stocks up 200%, you face a dilemma. While you don’t want to fight momentum, you also don’t want to buy into excessive exuberance and jump into a stock at its top, forced to hold until break-even or sell for a loss down the road. These three companies represent solid picks among the handful of
Just a year ago, most people were skeptical about AI. It seemed the general consensus was that this emerging technology was just the latest overhyped fad. Many figured its popularity would pass with time and prove to have little real-world, lasting value. So much for that. According to its latest earnings, Nvidia (NVDA) – the
Solar stocks continue to present intriguing opportunities for investors looking for growth potential. This February edition highlights three companies that stand out for their innovative approaches and strategic moves in the market. Each of these companies has demonstrated significant potential despite the challenges and volatility inherent in the solar industry. The recent headwinds battering the
There has been chatter in financial circles about whether this is a good time to pick growth stocks to buy and hold, as the concentration of market gains in a few large technology companies over the past year concerns investors. Just seven mega-cap stocks accounted for 69% of the 2023 gains of the S&P 500
The battles within the semiconductor sector are always fierce. Even now, when the demand for AI chips is extremely high, multiple firms are competing to become the top rival to Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), and NVDA is fighting to remain the undisputed champion in the space. Similarly, in autos, smartphones, servers, and PCs, competition within the sector
Electric vehicle (EV) stocks took a hit in Q4 of 2023 as the long-term outlook for EV demand decreased. Many stocks that surged over the past three years now face price corrections as consumer values change. Despite the environmental benefits of EVs, most consumers lack access to robust charging networks that would make owning an
Once people are done fawning over generative AI, investors might think, “what will be the next big thing?” The field of quantum computing may be just that. Quantum computing has the potential to solve complex problems that generally slow down classical computers, such as optimization, cryptography, machine learning, and simulation. While quantum computing technology may still be
Stock trader Gregory Rowe (R) works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on February 14, 2024 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images News | Getty Images After a brief respite, the Magnificent 7 stocks have again hit new highs on the heels of Nvidia’s blowout
Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) recent investment in OpenAI has positioned the company as a top AI-related stock to buy, with plenty of near-term momentum. The company has adopted a well-rounded focus on its core business segments, with software and cloud operations providing the sort of cash flow to fund various high-growth endeavors. As the world demands more
As far as recent earnings are concerned, Q4 2023 looked impressive for the advertising giant Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL). The company reported strong 13% revenue growth, with advertising revenues expected to climb further in 2024, driven by events like the Olympics and Elections. While ads dominate, Google Cloud’s revenue surged from $7.3 billion to $9.2 billion
Since the late 1970s, when the former options trader and arbitrageur moved into activist investing (then called “corporate raiding”), Carl Icahn has built a multi-billion dollar fortune investing in (and pushing for profitable changes at) undervalued companies. With this track record, it’s no surprise that Wall Street and Main Street investors alike are always curious
Investors in the vulnerable global economy constantly seek the Holy Grail: stocks immune to economic downturns. As the stock markets sway with economic and geopolitical uncertainty winds, finding those rare diamonds can feel like navigating a labyrinth blindfolded. However, seven solid companies weather the storm amidst the chaos and emerge stronger. Below are seven stocks
As you may recall from my past coverage of Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN), I’ve been bearish about this early-stage electric vehicle stock. However, following the EV maker’s latest quarterly earnings release, my RIVN stock analysis has become even more downbeat. Why? Admittedly, Rivian remains in a much better position than other high-profile EV upstarts. For instance,
With new innovation, high demand for better treatment, pharmaceutical companies strengthening pipelines and a resurgence of mergers and acquisitions, biotech stocks could offer some of the most explosive opportunities of the year. “What’s more, big pharmaceutical companies with sizable piles of cash and the need to address patent expirations on some top-selling products later this
Undervalued companies don’t always have to be stocks with a significant decline in their share price. There is an abundance of solid companies that have experienced growth and share price appreciation. However, they are still considered undervalued by analysts. This drove us to make our list of undervalued small-cap stocks. Small-cap companies are also significant
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