Blue-chip stocks typically make for solid long-term investments. These are stocks of companies that have been around for years, have well-known brands and products, are profitable, and have a track record of rewarding shareholders with dividends and share buybacks. However, not all blue-chip names have done well coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic. Stocks of many household
In the stock market, investors are always looking for growth. After all, a growing company means a growing share price. However, managing risk is equally as important. Many companies offer explosive growth but with no real certainty for investors on the long-term prospects of the company. This led us to create this list of trailblazing
The recent bullish momentum in the market has benefited investors who have stayed investing in the most promising growth stocks. Indeed, many of the companies listed below are among this year’s best performers or poised for outperformance. Those who held through the 2008 recession with high-growth stocks have generally outperformed those who hesitated putting their
The Globe and Mail, Canada’s national newspaper, recently ran a story about a CEO buying $1.2 million in a Canadian large-cap energy stock. That got me thinking about large-cap stocks south of the border. Large-cap stocks continue outperforming smaller stocks in 2023: the S&P 500 is up 18.92% in 2023, 13.6 percentage points higher than
Warren Buffett, chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, smiles as he plays bridge following the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, May 5, 2019. Nati Harnik | AP Warren Buffett donated more than $870 million in Berkshire Hathaway stock to four family foundations before Thanksgiving, assuring investors in a letter that the conglomerate is “built
Micro-cap stocks are defined as companies with a market valuation of $50 to $300 million. These stocks, therefore, represent early-stage companies with a small equity base. Two more things follow. First, micro-cap stocks carry an extremely high risk; a small part of the portfolio should be allocated to these names. I would compare micro-cap stocks
The buzz around buying eco-tourism stocks grows louder as the world increasingly leans toward sustainable travel. Travelers today are more conscious of their environmental footprint, propelling the ecotourism industry into a significant surge. Moreover, it isn’t just a fleeting interest; Precedence Research estimates that the global eco-tourism market, valued at $195.9 billion in 2022, is
The pace at which the electric vehicle (EV) industry is growing might have slowed, but it hasn’t come to an end. Governments still want to achieve their long-term goals and are looking to increase the penetration of EVs across the world. Many companies are going through a period of transition towards electric vehicles, and while
The esports industry is a large market that brings video game lovers and competitive players together. Experts expect the industry to surpass a market size of $11.94 billion by 2030. Gamers have more platforms and resources to grow large followings. Live streaming allows them to reach out to more fans and command sponsorships. League tournaments can have
Japan is hot on artificial intelligence (AI), and some AI stocks stand to gain more than others. Earlier this month, the Japanese government began planning a whopping $13 billion aid package to develop internal semiconductor manufacturing and advance AI tech. Some of the planned investments, like nearly $4 billion allocated to Japanese chipmaker Rapidus are
Augmented reality stocks are rising, revealing a wealth of growth opportunities. Major companies are diving headfirst, unveiling AR/VR headsets and acquiring digital assets, a clear signal of their confidence in AR’s future. This dynamic sets the stage for investors, highlighting AR stocks as necessary in a forward-looking portfolio. Moreover, experts anticipate a striking 50% compound
Home fitness took off during the pandemic as people resorted to buying their own equipment instead of going to the gym. The trend led to significant gains for companies that operate within the industry. The pandemic is long gone, and some home fitness stocks have crashed from their all-time highs. For example, Peloton (NASDAQ:PTON) used to
Wireless technology has come a long way. It allows consumers and businesses to communicate and transfer data at blazingly fast speeds that closely match wired connections. The rise in AI, cloud computing and online services has made it necessary for the masses to access fast and reliable wireless connections. According to one report, the 5G
With inflation showing signs of cooling, and hope the Federal Reserve may be wrapping up its rate-hiking campaign, markets have been moving aggressively higher. While that’s been great news for most stocks, there are still a few top stocks to sell immediately. Stocks to Sell: Safety Shot (SHOT) Source: shutterstock.com/Leonid Sorokin One of the top
It’s almost turkey time, but Thanksgiving means more than stuffing yourself and enjoying leftovers for a week. But it’s also time for football. And this makes it a great time to look at football stocks. Think about it. It’s a national tradition to eat as much as possible before crashing on the couch to watch a
What will the next decade bring and how will we be living in the 2030s? It’s a question marketing professionals and traders spend a lot of time trying to figure out as they forecast which stocks will define and dominate the next decade for consumers. In 2010, who among us could have predicted the rise
The financial sector has had a tough time since the beginning of 2023. With inflation and the banking crisis, it has been tough for banks and financial companies to win the trust of consumers. While it may take time to recover, there are top fintech stocks worth keeping an eye on. As we transition toward digital
In the ever-evolving investment landscape, penny stocks to buy emerge as the thrill-seekers’ darlings. Known for their high-risk, high-reward nature, these stocks attract investors with their low share prices and the promise of substantial gains. Furthermore, these stocks mirror current growth trends in various industries, demonstrating resilience in a tumultuous economy. Among them, certain standouts
The signals are growing stronger and stronger for tech stocks. If the Federal Reserve continues to see firm economic signals, it will inevitably choose to lower rates shortly. That’s why the news that October’s CPI hit its lowest rate in 2 years was such a strong signal. It tells the markets that the Federal Reserve
What hidden-gem clean-energy stock are too many traders missing out on? Here’s a clue: Take a look at China-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI). There’s a catalyst coming up in a few months for Li Auto, so the best strategy is to start accumulating LI stock now. Alternatively,