Over the past 80 years, the United States faced a persistent issue of in-state manufacturing decline, marked by a shift towards research and development rather than domestic production. The trend led to a significant loss of manufacturing jobs, peaking in the 2000s with a 33% decrease. However, technology is now reshaping U.S. manufacturing, offering a
Since the great stock market crash of 2022, company performance has been recovering, as evidenced by the record growth of the S&P 500, the peak values of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the Nasdaq Composite. Investors were rewarded for their resilience and began to feel safe from the downturn. However, the overall market situation
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
The Magnificent Seven stocks are the new FAANG. Unsurprisingly, many members of the FAANG cohort are a part of the Magnificent Seven. The large tech companies that comprise this group have consistently paced and outperformed the market. Investors would have been very happy to start positions in any of the Magnificent Seven stocks ten years
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
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.
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.
Since November, excitement about lower interest rates has boosted interest-rate-sensitive stocks like real estate investment trusts (or REITs). However, as rate cut enthusiasm cools, now may be the time to determine what REITs to sell. Yes, it’s not as if lower interest rates in 2024 are no longer on the table. A recent statement from
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
Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) has been a penny stock for months, but LCID stock initially appeared to have found a floor within the upper range of “penny stock territory” (between $4 and $5 per share). Shares in this EV manufacturer have plummeted in the past month. The stock has fallen 44.5% in a month, from $4.75
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
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
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
The so-called “Magnificent 7” are a group of mega-cap tech stocks that have absolutely dominated the markets in recent years. Investors who remained loyal to these stocks through thick and thin have beaten the market by a wide margin. Unsurprisingly, many investors are willing to let this trade ride. However, large-cap stocks can see their
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
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
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