Work-from-home stocks are highly promising, given the rise in popularity of remote work as a phenomenon. Office vacancy rates are at 16.1%, which is a five-year high. Moreover, vacancy rates have formed an exponential trend due to the work-from-home concept gaining popularity across corporates. Many corporations called their employees back to office after the COVID-19 lockdowns

You may have heard of the “Dividend Aristocrats,” but have you heard of the “Dividend Kings?” While dividend aristocrats have at least 25 years of consecutive annual dividend increases under their belts, dividend kings go the extra. To qualify for this designation, a company must achieve at least 50 years of consecutive annual dividend growth.

Wall Street analysts can get a bit optimistic with their price targets. So when I see calls for triple-digit upside, I take them with a grain of salt. But the three stocks I’m profiling today have targets so high I had to do a double-take. Analysts forecast these stocks to soar around 2,800% from current

The potential for lower interest rates creates a good setup for growth stocks. These stocks tend to outperform the market when borrowing costs get cheaper. Corporations that are considered growth stocks also tend to report robust revenue and earnings growth.  These companies may have many opportunities to gain market share and increase the average value

Artificial intelligence has attracted plenty of attention as new tools challenge our abilities. AI tools allow businesses to make better product recommendations and enhance productivity. Then, consumers can use AI to create customized learning plans, access information sooner, and save time. In fact, forward-thinking investors can capitalize on the technology. Some artificial intelligence stocks have

Aerospace stocks are rallying with the iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF (BATS:ITA) up over 15% in the fourth quarter. Is this momentum likely to continue in 2024? Given the solid backlog and improving supply chains, there is potential for more gains. While the industry has had a record backlog, it has also had a

Urbanization stocks are a cohort of stocks I haven’t spent much time thinking about in recent years. However, I am concerned about climate change, so I think it’s time I start paying closer attention. BlackRock was talking about rapid urbanization as far back as 2019, one of five megatrends expected to shape the future of

As the world hurtles into an era teeming with technological innovation, the semiconductor industry stands at the forefront of this revolution. In 2024, three juggernauts emerged as pioneers, reshaping the technology landscape. The first one has breakthroughs in semiconductor manufacturing nodes. Meanwhile, the second one has pivotal advancements in various semiconductor areas. Finally, the third

In an age of technological advancement and software development, deterring and thwarting cyber attacks is a priority. Enter cybersecurity firms. These companies are crucially provide protection for individuals and large corporations alike. If you’re looking to make the most of the growth ahead for cybersecurity stocks, here are three to consider analyzing and adding to

As we head into 2024, it’s common for investors to look back on 2023. Much of this year had investors in a defensive posture. Small-cap stocks lagged sharply behind the broader market. However, the market rally that started in November is showing signs of broadening to include small-cap stocks.   But which ones are ready

A recent analysis by British fund manager Janus Henderson (NYSE:JHG) found that U.S. stocks are on track for record dividend payments in 2023. 98% of companies are holding their payouts steady or raising them in the third quarter alone. According to Janus, U.S. companies paid $146.6 billion to their stockholders in Q3, putting American markets on pace for a

Despite the holiday season, markets and the news cycle aren’t slowing down. As we approach the New Year, information related to stocks and publicly traded companies continues to move quickly. Many stocks are breaking out on news related to earnings, share repurchases, and potential mergers. Investors would be smart to seize on these developments, take

The macroeconomic picture that held clean energy stocks lower in 2023 is shifting. High-interest rates have been a detriment to multiple sectors this year, including solar energy and electric vehicles (EVs) — among others. With the Federal Reserve telegraphing multiple rate cuts in 2024, the landscape is quickly shifting. Leading funds and firms are no

Analysts are becoming increasingly bullish about the year ahead. Investment bank Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) just raised its 2024 forecast for the benchmark S&P 500 index to 5100 from 4700 as the stock market rally gathers steam. Analysts at Goldman expect that interest-rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve will serve as a catalyst and propel

The creator economy is really all about internet influencers and personalities and their power. Love them or hate them, social media stars are big business. Leading personalities like Mr. Beast have shown just how lucrative the business can be. The entire industry is currently valued at somewhere near $250 billion but is expected to rise

The relentless march of technology’s behemoths toward trillion-dollar valuations by 2030 paints a portrait of innovative prowess, strategic agility, and financial resilience. Within the dynamic realm of the semiconductor and software industries, three prominent companies stand poised for astronomical growth. Software, processors, and semiconductors are the key themes for promising stocks poised to reach trillion-dollar

Growth at a reasonable price (GARP) stocks represent a middle ground between growth stocks with high valuations and very conservative value stocks. While growth stocks with high valuations could easily plunge or even go to $0 due to bankruptcy, GARP stocks are unlikely to do either. That’s because their low valuations and generally strong balance

A subtle revolution brews within lesser-known entities in a labyrinth of the tech sector, where giants often steal the limelight. Imagine a world where your browser intuitively adapts to your preferences or a data center’s efficiency doubles while reducing energy consumption. This narrative isn’t a distant dream but the reality of the three overlooked stocks