Some growth stocks keep powering ahead. While not immune to market downturns, certain stocks seem to decline less and recover faster than other securities. These are often large technology companies with multiple business lines and catalysts to propel share prices upwards. For investors, these growth stocks can help to compound gains and grow a portfolio.
With consumer sentiment on the rise after a prolonged period of economic uncertainty, the recent Black Friday sales and holiday season are expected to boost Q4 sales and revenue for e-commerce companies. The improving economy and high consumer spending create an optimistic outlook for the new year and point to the strength of e-commerce stocks
Over the years of investing, I have seen stocks delivering 10x, 20x and even 50x returns. Of course, it does not come overnight. It’s about buying a good idea at the right time and sitting tight. Even if investors make 2x or 3x in a story, there is a big temptation to book profits. However,
As the global economy recovers from a period of high inflation, investors seek the best soft landing stocks to buy. A soft landing in economics is when central banks raise interest rates to slow economic growth to avoid a recession. Over the last year, Wall Street has pushed the narrative that a recession is on
Irrespective of whether you are a dividend investor, a growth investor or a value investor, you may be curious as to what the best monthly dividend stocks are for 2024. Given the current macro backdrop, there are many opportunities among stocks that pay monthly rather than quarterly dividends. Why? For one, many of these monthly
Under ongoing rapid technological evolution, the semiconductor industry is the cornerstone of innovation, enabling the digital revolution. Amidst this, these trillion-dollar companies loom large. The first one has its transformative generative AI solutions, the second one is expanding its global manufacturing footprint, and the third one’s relentless pursuit of cutting-edge process nodes signifies a watershed
The attractiveness of battery stocks cannot be overstated in today’s quickly shifting industry. This sector, which is the backbone of the electrification revolution, is transforming sectors ranging from automotive to energy storage. Those that invest in battery technology are not merely betting on a trend; they are aligning with a future in which clean energy
With markets turning south to start 2024, now is not the time for investors to take risks. With stocks falling, investors need to avoid risky bets and play it safe until we get a clearer indication of where we’re headed in the year ahead. This means selling underperforming stocks that are likely to continue declining
CE Pro magazine is a leading trade publication for the custom electronics business. Its readers include homebuilders, small- and medium-sized businesses, and individual homeowners. On Jan. 2, CE Pro’s editor-in-chief, Arlen Schweiger, summarized the year for the 55 smart home stocks that are part of the publication’s Smart Home Stock Index. The index rebounded
In the tech world, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has been a game changer, driving innovations and reshaping industries. The excitement around this technology has led to predictions of a massive AI industry, capturing the interest of investors. Yet, it’s important to approach AI stocks with caution and consider which AI stocks to sell.
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It was terrific last year for the S&P 500, but looking at some of the worst-performing S&P 500 stocks is still worth it. The benchmark index jumped 24% and hit a new all-time high. That’s the textbook definition of a bull market. But we need some asterisks. It wasn’t a broad-based run higher. The popular index
Good news for Peloton Interactive (NASDAQ:PTON) fans. The struggling and unprofitable exercise bike and fitness class company, beloved by suburbanites looking to shed some pounds while overly excited trainers scream at them to pedal faster, appears to have gotten a lifeline from TikTok, the social media app favored by the teen children of all those
Sometimes, the “buy low, sell high” principle is better in theory than in practice. Just because PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock lost money for investors in 2023, doesn’t mean it will stage a huge comeback in 2024. So, let go of your assumptions and think about PayPal’s risks before placing any trades. Value investors shouldn’t jump to any conclusions based
Even with a relatively small portfolio allocation, penny stocks can have a big impact in terms of total portfolio returns. The reason is that when some of the hottest penny stocks surge, the rally is not limited to 20% or 30%. Instead, penny stocks can deliver multibagger returns in a matter of weeks. Having said
If you’re looking for consumer stocks to avoid, look no further than the ProShares Online Retail ETF (NYSEARCA:ONLN). As its name implies, the ETF tracks the performance of the ProShares Online Retail Index, a collection of retailers that sell their products online or through other non-brick-and-mortar channels. In 2023, the ETF generated a total return
Remember how the FAANG group of technology stocks captured Wall Street’s imagination a few years ago? The so-called “Magnificent Seven” replaced FAANG in 2023 and somehow, Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) got lost in the shuffle. Yet, NFLX stock has the potential to regain its superstar status and zoom higher in 2024. Netflix has more competition in the streaming space
In an era where the market shifts at breakneck speed, millionaire-maker stocks can pop at any minute. Identifying potential investment avenues is critical to navigating a constantly changing landscape. These millionaire-maker stocks represent market giants and catalysts reshaping consumer discretionary, technology, finance, and automobile sectors. Tesla (TSLA) Source: sdx15 / Shutterstock.com Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has rapidly
Don’t overlook the importance of finding stocks to sell to clean up your investment mix. F-rated stocks are portfolio killers. They keep you from adding wealth, becoming richer and threaten your long-term goals to retire comfortably. And sadly, it doesn’t take many F-rated stocks to put a huge dent into your monthly and quarterly returns.
Like most other tech stocks, Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) has been off to a rough start for 2024. After reaching prices nearing $150 per share in late December, AMD stock has since slid back to around $135 per share. The general direction of the broad market has played a role in this. However, valuation-related worries