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7 Large-Cap Stocks Poised for Strong, Steady Gains in 2025

Growth stocks have outperformed value stocks in 2024 and are likely to continue to do so in 2025. Two reasons for that are expectations for more business-friendly policies out of Washington and the rapid pace of innovation, which continues to accelerate.   However, some investors believe that growth may be tougher to come upon in 2025 as the economy continues to give off conflicting si... Read more on 7 Large-Cap Stocks Poised for Strong, Steady Gains in 2025

7 Stocks on Track for Dividend Increases in First Half of 2025

In relative terms, dividend stocks have underperformed the market. For example, the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF (NYSEARCA: SPYD) is up about 10% in 2024 as of December 23. That's far below the approximate 26% growth of the S&P 500.   There are reasons for that. Technology stocks are still leading the market, and although names like Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META... Read more on 7 Stocks on Track for Dividend Increases in First Half of 2025

7 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

Buy-and-hold investing requires an ability to quiet the noise and focus on your particular investment goals. That's where dividend stocks can fit well. These stocks generate regular income that you can use for expenses or reinvestment. And they also offer you the possibility of capital gains through share price appreciation.  Like any asset class, not all dividend stocks are the same. ... Read more on 7 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

7 Stocks to Buy if Inflation Remains Higher for Longer

Every month, investors get several key economic indicators that report the trajectory of inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Index measure the rate at which prices for goods and services purchased by consumers are rising. A separate report, the Producer Price Index (PPI), tracks the rate of increase in the cost for producers to produce their ... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy if Inflation Remains Higher for Longer

7 Beaten-Down Stocks Ready to Mount a Comeback in 2025

It's a story that investors have seen play out many times. A stock that underperforms the market in one year becomes one of its strongest performers in the following year. And 2025 is setting up as a year for many stocks to come storming back.   There are many unknowns with the incoming administration. But the broad themes of lower taxes, less regulation, and (perhaps) less government ... Read more on 7 Beaten-Down Stocks Ready to Mount a Comeback in 2025

7 Massive Growth Stocks to Own for the Next 10 Years

Many investors look to get in on the ground floor of a massive growth stock. For example, in 2024, a stock like Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE: PLTR) delivered growth that outpaced NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ: NVDA). Shares of the popular stock are up 344%, with about three weeks remaining in 2024.   Investors are increasingly interested in small-cap stocks, which analysts predict will... Read more on 7 Massive Growth Stocks to Own for the Next 10 Years

7 Stocks to Buy as the Travel Bubble Shows No Signs of Bursting

In 2020, travel stocks were in bad shape. Many hotels and airlines faced short-term revenue declines of up to 75%. And for sectors like cruise lines, the damage was even worse. Forecasts were lowered, and dividends were slashed or suspended. It was a bad time.  But if you had the foresight and the risk tolerance to buy into this sector at that time, you would've been able to take some of tha... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy as the Travel Bubble Shows No Signs of Bursting

7 Stocks to Ride the Autonomous Driving Boom

The global autonomous vehicle (AV) market is growing. According to the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association (AVIA), autonomous vehicles have logged over 70 million miles on public roads as of late 2024. That's a 59% increase since the association last reported in July 2023.   However, depending on where you live, AVs may still seem like more science fiction than innovation. The key reason... Read more on 7 Stocks to Ride the Autonomous Driving Boom

7 Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy for a Dealmaking Boom in 2025

Since peaking in 2021, there's been less appetite for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity. In addition to higher interest rates curbing the appetite for deals, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under the Biden administration took a decidedly antitrust posture.  But that's expected to change with the election of Donald Trump. The president-elect has already signaled that a policy shi... Read more on 7 Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy for a Dealmaking Boom in 2025

7 of the Best Stocks to Buy with $5,000

If you have $5,000 to put into the market, first take a moment to congratulate yourself. That's no small accomplishment and it's worth celebrating.   Now it's time to act. If you have a low-risk tolerance, you can buy index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). If you're willing to accept significant risk, you may be tempted to buy Bitcoin. You aren't lacking for alternatives.  But i... Read more on 7 of the Best Stocks to Buy with $5,000

7 Alcohol Stocks Primed to Pour Profits

In 2020 and 2021, alcohol stocks were among the best-performing consumer staples stocks. But it's been a different story over the last three years. Higher prices brought on by inflation have caused many consumers to cut back on consumption. Or, in some cases, move away from more expensive wine and spirits to beer.  However, the long-term outlook for this sector remains bullish. A study by Al... Read more on 7 Alcohol Stocks Primed to Pour Profits

7 Stocks Set to Rally From Trump Tariffs

A Donald Trump presidency is likely to bring with it significant tariff enforcement. The president-elect campaigned for higher—and perhaps even universal—tariffs. And after a strong post-election rally, investors are starting to reconsider what tariffs may mean for their portfolios.  However, the precise impact of the tariffs is unknown because the depth and breadth of the tariff... Read more on 7 Stocks Set to Rally From Trump Tariffs

7 Sensational Small-Cap Stocks Set for Big Gains

The Russell 2000 Index is up more than 40% in the last 12 months. This is an index that tracks the performance of the 2,000 smallest companies in the Russell 3000 index. Most, but not all, of these companies are small-cap stocks, which means they have a market capitalization between $300 million and $2 billion.   That's significant to investors as the post-election rally continues. Many inve... Read more on 7 Sensational Small-Cap Stocks Set for Big Gains

7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Will Continue to Rally

Consumer discretionary stocks appear to be among the winners from the ongoing Trump trade following the U.S. presidential election. The market rally is broadly based, but this sector stands out. The reason is simple: expectations have changed for the better.  Consumer discretionary companies manufacture or deliver nice-to-have but not must-have products and services. Some of these companies ... Read more on 7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Will Continue to Rally

7 Commodity Stocks To Prepare You for the Coming Supercycle

The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States is likely to significantly impact commodity prices. Commodities are things like oil, metals, and agricultural products (soybeans, corn, etc.) that make the economy run.   No matter who is in office, commodities tend to be cyclical. However, investors know that the occupants of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and the policies they enact ... Read more on 7 Commodity Stocks To Prepare You for the Coming Supercycle

7 Dividend Achievers That Have Strong Upside

Dividend stocks give investors the benefit of receiving consistent, passive income inside a growth investment. Investors can use dividend payments to cover living expenses, buy other investments, or reinvest them to maximize their total return.   Dividend-paying companies are typically well-established businesses with strong free cash flow, which they use to reward shareholders. And once com... Read more on 7 Dividend Achievers That Have Strong Upside

7 Stocks That Hold Appeal for Aggressive Investors

In times of market volatility, many investors sell stocks as part of a flight to safety. There's logic to this. As the saying goes, nobody got broke taking a profit. But investors with a higher risk tolerance know that volatility can create opportunity—so that's when they go shopping. Or, to follow the advice of Warren Buffett, they get "greedy when others are fearful."   When some inv... Read more on 7 Stocks That Hold Appeal for Aggressive Investors

7 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Outperforming 10-Year Treasuries

In March 2023, the yield on the 2-Year Treasury Note reached 5%. Many can remember the gut-wrenching move in markets as investors undertook a “flight to safety," pulling money out of stocks and putting it into treasury notes.   The maturity date of those notes is approaching. But with the 2-Year Note around 4.1%, you couldn't blame income-oriented investors for believing that Treasurie... Read more on 7 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Outperforming 10-Year Treasuries

7 Tech Stocks That Still Offer Good Value for 2025

Technology stocks continue to outperform most of the other market sectors. And, even though many investors may be hesitant to buy or add to their positions in these stocks at historically lofty valuations, there's still a lot of upside ahead.   If the explosive potential of artificial intelligence (AI) isn't enough to convince you to have at least some exposure to the technology sector, here... Read more on 7 Tech Stocks That Still Offer Good Value for 2025

7 Stocks with Recent Downgrades Worth a Second Look

Analyst ratings can be a key piece of information that investors look for in stock evaluation. Typically, analyst upgrades are associated with bullish sentiment and downgrades are linked to bearish sentiment.   However, typically doesn't mean always. There are times when analysts get it wrong. There can be many reasons for that. To begin with, analyst ratings have become more complex th... Read more on 7 Stocks with Recent Downgrades Worth a Second Look

7 Gold Stocks to Buy as the Metal Hits an All-Time High

Even its biggest critics can't deny that it's been a great year to own gold. More accurately, gold has had a good decade, but it hasn't started outperforming stocks until recently. As of this writing, gold is up about 33% in 2024 putting the spot price of gold around $2,730. That's just a little below its all-time high.   One of the primary reasons you'll hear for owning gold is its role as ... Read more on 7 Gold Stocks to Buy as the Metal Hits an All-Time High

7 Long-Term Stocks to Own Regardless of the Election Outcome

By the time you read this, the outcome of the 2024 presidential election may (hopefully) be decided. And there's been no shortage of analysts forecasting which stocks would benefit from a Trump or a Harris presidency.   While it's fashionable to say that the stock market doesn't care who wins a presidential election. That may be true of the broader market. But the fact is that elections have... Read more on 7 Long-Term Stocks to Own Regardless of the Election Outcome

7 Chip Stocks to Buy on the Dip

For much of the industrial era, semiconductors (i.e. chips) were a cyclical sector. For investors, that meant 12 to 18 months of blistering growth followed by several years of flat performance. But for the last five years, chip stocks have been one of the best sectors for growth-oriented investors.   It's not to say that the sector has been without volatility. But long-term trends remain fav... Read more on 7 Chip Stocks to Buy on the Dip

Betting on a Santa Claus Rally? Consider These 7 Risk-On Stocks

We're getting into the time of year when people start talking about a Santa Claus rally. Specifically, that's an event in which stocks move sharply higher during the week between Christmas and New Year's Day. However, colloquially, investors have come to understand it as being a strong rally in the last month of the year.   Why should you believe that the market may rally to close the y... Read more on Betting on a Santa Claus Rally? Consider These 7 Risk-On Stocks

7 of the Best Long-Term Stocks to Buy

Despite the fact that Warren Buffett is one of its biggest proponents, buy-and-hold investing gets a bad rap among many investors. That's not surprising in a society that is consumed by short-term thinking. Investors should always be on the lookout for breakout opportunities. But what many successful long-term investors know is that time in the market beats trying to time the market.   Howev... Read more on 7 of the Best Long-Term Stocks to Buy

7 Natural Gas Stocks to Own Before Winter

Before you can invest in natural gas stocks, it's important to understand how this industry is similar and different from other energy companies, particularly oil companies. Natural gas is similar to oil in that it has to be extracted, processed, and transported. And, like oil companies, you can find upstream, midstream, downstream and integrated (companies that engage in all three categories) com... Read more on 7 Natural Gas Stocks to Own Before Winter

7 Stocks to Buy if You Have $1,000 to Invest

A common objection that keeps people from investing is a lack of money. But the premise of that objection is that you have to be wealthy already to invest. However, that's not the reality for many successful investors. Many retail investors (people like you and me) have built wealth by starting with $1,000 or less.  This brings to mind another objection that has to be challenged: you have to... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy if You Have $1,000 to Invest

7 Best Growth Stocks for the Next 10 Years

If you're somewhat new to investing, the term “growth stocks" may be confusing. After all, don't you want every stock you own to increase in price (and value)?   Of course you do. But the term growth stocks has a specific meaning for investors. These are stocks that generate earnings per share (EPS) that consistently outperform an index, like the S&P 500 index. That's because earni... Read more on 7 Best Growth Stocks for the Next 10 Years

7 Best Chinese Stocks to Own Before the Bubble Bursts

The geopolitical relationship between the United States and China is volatile and complicated. But the importance of China's economy to U.S. equities is clear. Many companies rely on a healthy Chinese economy for the health of their revenue and earnings.  That's why one of the most important stories moving stock prices in the last month has been the unprecedented stimulus measures taken by t... Read more on 7 Best Chinese Stocks to Own Before the Bubble Bursts

7 Drone Stocks to Buy as the Technology Goes Mainstream

According to a StartUs Insights Drone Industry Report, there are over 33,000 companies in the drone industry. And this is an industry with over 29,000 patents, which is a critical factor that investors look for when making an investment in emerging technology stocks.   However, drone technology is going mainstream. In addition to being used in defense applications, there are many commer... Read more on 7 Drone Stocks to Buy as the Technology Goes Mainstream

7 Infrastructure Stocks to Buy Like There's No Tomorrow

Members of Congress agree on very few things. But in the last four years, there has been bipartisan support for updating our country's infrastructure. This has resulted in over $1 trillion flowing into the economy through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the Inflation Reduction Act, and the CHIPS and Science Act.   And depending on where you live, you know that many of these dolla... Read more on 7 Infrastructure Stocks to Buy Like There's No Tomorrow

7 Healthcare Stocks to Buy as Rate Cuts Kick In

In about a month, many consumers will choose or make adjustments to their healthcare plans for 2025. It's a good reminder of the evergreen nature of this sector. The reality is that there's more need for health spending today.   That's why many government and industry analysts are forecasting healthcare spending growth to command a 19.7% share of gross domestic product (GDP) by 2032. That me... Read more on 7 Healthcare Stocks to Buy as Rate Cuts Kick In

7 Logistics Stocks That Could Soar if Ports Close

When the clock strikes midnight on October 1, 2024, dockworkers at dozens of ports throughout the United States are likely to go on strike. As of this writing, a strike of some length is a near certainty. And the impact on the United States economy is tough to overstate.  First, the ports involved account for over 50% of U.S. container imports and would come at a cost of $4.5 billion pe... Read more on 7 Logistics Stocks That Could Soar if Ports Close

7 Dividend Stocks to Buy Under $20

On September 18, 2024, the Federal Reserve dropped its federal funds rate by 50 basis points (0.5%). Furthermore, the Fed has indicated that this is only the beginning of its campaign to lower interest rates through 2025.   Ironically, lower interest rates are likely to reignite inflation concerns. That makes this a good time to consider dividend-paying stocks. The steady income these stocks... Read more on 7 Dividend Stocks to Buy Under $20

7 Warren Buffett Stocks to Ride Out Market Volatility

Warren Buffett has been one of the most closely watched investors in the last half-century. The “Oracle of Omaha" is known for having a simple but highly effective investing strategy.   One of the core tenets of that philosophy is Buffett's discipline is taking long-term positions in stocks. That long-term focus allows investors to tune out the noise that comes from the market's short-... Read more on 7 Warren Buffett Stocks to Ride Out Market Volatility

7 Undervalued Growth Stocks Ready for Reversal

Traders and investors are digesting what a 50-basis point (0.50%) cut in interest rates means for stocks. If you're a long-term investor, you're not as concerned with the day-to-day price movement in stocks. This is particularly true if you own best-in-class stocks. But if you're actively trading the market, volatility brings opportunity.  The market's initial reaction to the rate cut sugges... Read more on 7 Undervalued Growth Stocks Ready for Reversal

7 ETFs to Invest in Now for Maximum Returns

In the last 12 months, many investors have heard that this is a “stock picker's market." This means that there's a bigger gap between winning stocks and losing stocks. Some of the obvious winners were the Magnificent 7 stocks. But investors could find quality stocks in any sector, it just took time and research.   Many investors choose a different and easier approach: investing in one ... Read more on 7 ETFs to Invest in Now for Maximum Returns

7 Low Beta Stocks for the Risk-Averse Investor

Investing is about balancing risk and reward. That's why regardless of market conditions, many investors with a low-risk tolerance choose to invest in low beta stocks. Beta is a measurement of volatility between two assets. For stock investors this means how an individual stock compares to an index that it tracks.   For example: How does the performance of The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) co... Read more on 7 Low Beta Stocks for the Risk-Averse Investor

7 Best REITs to Buy as the Interest Rates Fall

Every investor knows that certainty is hard to find. But it's relatively easy to find opportunities where money is moving. As 2024 comes to a close, you should be looking towards dividend-paying stocks and real estate stocks. And you get both with real estate investment trusts (REITs).  Real estate investment trusts are companies that own, run, or finance residential and/or commercial proper... Read more on 7 Best REITs to Buy as the Interest Rates Fall

7 Best Stocks Under $5 to Buy Now

What is it about stocks under $5 that fascinates investors? Part of it, for sure, is the allure of finding the next Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) or Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL). At one point, these were low-priced stocks, and today they are two of the largest stocks by market capitalization. Investors who had the foresight -  and the patience - to buy-and-hold these stocks over 20 years ago ar... Read more on 7 Best Stocks Under $5 to Buy Now

7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Will Heat Up with Rate Cuts

As the second quarter earnings season ends, a recurring theme for many companies that rely on the discretionary income of consumers is the health (or lack thereof) of the consumer. This is particularly noticeable to investors in the performance of consumer discretionary stocks. These companies are especially sensitive to price pressures. In 2021 and 2022, they could pass along much of their produ... Read more on 7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Will Heat Up with Rate Cuts

7 of the Best Options for Investing $5,000 in 2025

Part of managing your money is taking calculated risks to help your money work for you. That means, whether you like it or not, you're going to have to take on some risk. With a federal funds rate around 5%, consumers have found the relatively risk-free return of high-yield savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) to be a safe option.   But that safety comes with a ceiling on growt... Read more on 7 of the Best Options for Investing $5,000 in 2025

7 Energy Stocks with Attractive High-Yield Dividends

With interest rates likely to move lower starting with the Federal Reserve's September meeting, many investors may move away from the relative security of Treasury bills and back into high-yield dividend stocks. If they do, the energy sector is likely to be a good place for those investment dollars.   While the energy sector has been a poor performer in 2024, that's not likely to be the case... Read more on 7 Energy Stocks with Attractive High-Yield Dividends

7 Stocks That Can Help You Cash In on the GLP-1 Revolution

You know that an idea has become mainstream when you hear people discuss it in casual conversation. That's something I've seen when it comes to glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs.   What started out as a treatment for type-2 diabetes has become a mainstream solution for millions of Americans who struggle with obesity. And increasingly, it's becoming a weight loss solution for individuals ... Read more on 7 Stocks That Can Help You Cash In on the GLP-1 Revolution

7 Industrial Stocks with Safe, Growing Dividends

History shows that industrial stocks tend to underperform the market in a rising interest rate environment. These companies rely on their healthy capital expenditure (capex) spending, which typically comes in the form of the goods and services that industrial companies produce. When those consumers cut their spending, industrial companies are affected almost immediately.   But in 2022 and 20... Read more on 7 Industrial Stocks with Safe, Growing Dividends

7 Mighty Medical Stocks That Will Keep Getting Stronger

Medical stocks are a broad category that covers pharmaceutical companies, health insurers, medical technology companies, and even software companies that are aiding in the drug discovery process.   The reason investors need to focus on this sector is because of the significant addressable market. The U.S. population is getting older which brings its own set of medical issues. As technology r... Read more on 7 Mighty Medical Stocks That Will Keep Getting Stronger

7 Best Data Center Stocks to Own for the Long Haul

Investing is often about timing and basic predictive analysis. That is, you want to have your capital in sectors that are likely to drive the economy, not only today but into the future.   In 2024, one of those areas continues to be data centers. Unlike cloud storage, data centers are physical locations that house equipment such as computers and servers. These centers require a massive amoun... Read more on 7 Best Data Center Stocks to Own for the Long Haul

7 Mid-Cap Stocks That Are Ready to Rally

One of the primary issues moving markets in 2024 is the direction of interest rates. Specifically, when will the Federal Reserve begin cutting them?   There are many reasons for investors to want interest rate cuts, but it's likely to be particularly significant for owners of mid-cap stocks. These are stocks with a market cap between $2 and $10 billion.   But what mid-cap stocks should... Read more on 7 Mid-Cap Stocks That Are Ready to Rally

7 Artificial Intelligence Stocks That Are Still Long-Term Winners

It's hard to believe that two years ago, many of us had never heard of ChatGPT. But for the last 18 months, investors have been flocking to stocks that are trying to get the lead in artificial intelligence (AI). Many analysts believe the growth in this sector will be similar to that of the internet.  It's too early to know if history will repeat itself, but it certainly rhymes. The AI revolu... Read more on 7 Artificial Intelligence Stocks That Are Still Long-Term Winners

7 Attractive Dividend Stocks Under $50

As we head into the home stretch of 2024, the playbook for growth investors is the same as one year ago. You're looking at technology stocks, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) stocks and maybe some weight loss drug stocks such as Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE: LLY).   But what if you're a value and income investor? Dividend-paying stocks are solid choices because of how they help mitigate ... Read more on 7 Attractive Dividend Stocks Under $50

7 Housing Stocks to Buy as Mortgage Rates Dip

One reason for the recent stock market volatility came from a dip in the 30-year mortgage rate. On August 9, 2024, the 30-year average mortgage rate dropped to 6.5%. That's the lowest it's been since May 2023. And the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is down even more at 6.3%.  The decline is due to technical factors. Specifically, long-term bond yields. Many institutional investors now expe... Read more on 7 Housing Stocks to Buy as Mortgage Rates Dip

7 Gene Editing Stocks Offering Transformational Change

Investors are talking about the impact that artificial intelligence (AI) can have on their portfolios. But there's another sector offering a chance at life-changing returns. Gene editing technology is moving from hype to hope.   The seeds of gene editing technology were planted when the human genome was mapped out. Today, gene editing companies are beginning to use that knowledge to create t... Read more on 7 Gene Editing Stocks Offering Transformational Change

7 Dividend Aristocrats to Buy After Earnings

During earnings season, analysts talk about earnings growth — and for good reason. Nothing drives stock prices higher than a company that consistently grows its earnings. However, for dividend investors, earnings season equates to pay day. On or around the day a company reports earnings, companies that pay dividends quarterly, as many do, announce the date and amount of their dividend. If y... Read more on 7 Dividend Aristocrats to Buy After Earnings

7 Oversold Stocks That Could Be Setting Up for a Rally

In 2024, investors are still wrestling with uncertainty. Will there be rate cuts, and what will they mean for inflation? And no matter what your political disposition, the outcome for public policy is uncertain.   It's important to have rules and guidelines to fall back on at times like this. One commonly used technical indicator is the Relative Strength Index (RSI). This metric measures a s... Read more on 7 Oversold Stocks That Could Be Setting Up for a Rally

7 Retail Stocks to Buy for a Back-to-School Surge

Advice like “skate where the puck is going" may sound like billboard investing, but there's a lot of truth to it relating to retail stocks. That is, if you're willing to look below the headlines.   Retail sales are weak. And if you adjust the numbers for inflation, the numbers are negative. This may reflect the real state of the consumer. At the very least, it tracks with the cons... Read more on 7 Retail Stocks to Buy for a Back-to-School Surge

7 Russell 2000 Stocks to Buy as Sector Rotation Begins

The myth of the Russell 2000 index is that it's a small-cap index. In reality, the index focuses on both small-and mid-cap stocks. What's not a myth is that the Russell 2000 includes many companies in the early growth stage — some of which have been negatively impacted by rising interest rates.   But these stocks are also the most likely to benefit from an interest rate cut. Not only w... Read more on 7 Russell 2000 Stocks to Buy as Sector Rotation Begins

7 Robotics Stocks That Are Getting an AI Boost

There are trends that go together like peanut butter and jelly. Such is the case with robotics and artificial intelligence (AI). The global robotics market was valued at $46 billion in 2023. However, at least one firm predicts this market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1% between 2024 and 2032, increasing its valuation to $169.8 billion.  And because of AI, that esti... Read more on 7 Robotics Stocks That Are Getting an AI Boost

7 Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy on Growing Demand

The question isn't if nuclear energy is making a comeback, but why? There are several answers, starting with the realization by many world governments that wind and solar won't be sufficient to meet ambitious carbon reduction goals.   Another thing to consider is that nations are setting aggressive climate goals at the same time as energy demand worldwide is at all-time highs. A key reason f... Read more on 7 Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy on Growing Demand

7 Dividend Dynamos with a Yield of More Than 7%

Despite signs of a slowing economy, investors continue to climb the wall of worry. And let's face it, many of the most popular technology stocks are the opposite of value investing.   So is now the time to buy dividend stocks? Not according to billionaire hedge fund manager David Einhorn, who recently expressed his belief that value investing is dead.   Those are harsh words for invest... Read more on 7 Dividend Dynamos with a Yield of More Than 7%

7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks Just Waiting for a Rate Cut

Consumer discretionary stocks have been a fairly predictable trade over the last five years. In 2020 and 2021, this was an ideal sector to buy as consumers were flush with stimulus cash, and online shopping was the national pastime. Travel stocks were left out during this run, but not to worry; they started to take off in 2022 and 2023.   In 2024, the story has been different. Lower- and mid... Read more on 7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks Just Waiting for a Rate Cut

7 Defense Stocks That Don’t Need the Election to Move Higher

The defense sector is a good place for investors who are looking for both growth and value. While it's not one of the entitlement programs that take up a significant part of the Federal budget, it's not an insignificant line item.   That's important to remember when you hear that the Congressional Budget Office projects defense spending will decrease from 2.9% of GDP to 2.5% in the next 10 y... Read more on 7 Defense Stocks That Don’t Need the Election to Move Higher

7 Restaurant Stocks to Profit from the Trend Towards Fast Casual

If you're a data-driven investor, you may be surprised to learn that fast-casual restaurant stocks are some of the best investment opportunities in the back half of 2024. The headline economic news tells us that consumers are eating at home more, and inflation is pricing them out of even fast food.   But a surprise beneficiary of sticky inflation is the fast-casual sector. Why might that be?... Read more on 7 Restaurant Stocks to Profit from the Trend Towards Fast Casual

7 Stocks to Buy Ahead of a Possible September Rate Cut

According to the CME Group's FedWatch Tool, there is a 57% chance that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates by 25 basis points (one-quarter of a percent) at its September 2024 meeting. The anticipation of this action has been driving stocks higher despite the impact of lingering inflation on consumer spending and, potentially, corporate earnings.   However, many analysts believe the p... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy Ahead of a Possible September Rate Cut

7 Chip Stocks Leading the AI Revolution

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for longer than many investors may think. However, the launch of ChatGPT in 2023 initiated the generative AI phase. Generative AI not only enables two-way communication between humans and their devices but also facilitates the creation of original content in various formats, including more than just speech and text. Developing generative AI application... Read more on 7 Chip Stocks Leading the AI Revolution

7 Meme Stocks That Investors Can Get Behind

Since 2020, meme stocks have become a new classification of stocks for investors to consider. Meme stocks refer to stocks that have grown in popularity among retail traders, primarily due to heightened awareness on social media forums such as Reddit.com and, more specifically, the sub-Reddit, wallstreetbets.com.  Not surprisingly, GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) is the most well-known meme stock.... Read more on 7 Meme Stocks That Investors Can Get Behind

7 Housing Stocks to Buy Regardless of Interest Rate Changes

According to the Bankrate survey of large lenders, the average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.17% as of May 29, 2024. The same survey showed median home prices are above $400,000 and pending home sales are down 7.7%.   That news would make it seem odd to consider housing stocks a good buy, but the housing market is proving to be nothing if not resilient. Despite restric... Read more on 7 Housing Stocks to Buy Regardless of Interest Rate Changes

7 Stocks Under $50 to Buy at 52-Week Lows

In this special presentation, we're offering you seven stocks that meet two criteria important to investors in volatile markets. First, they are trading at a price under $50 per share. Second, at the time of this writing, each of the stocks was trading at or near its 52-week lows.   Stocks under $50 appeal to investors because they can accumulate a significant number of shares with a small p... Read more on 7 Stocks Under $50 to Buy at 52-Week Lows

7 Stocks That Are Golden and How to Find More Like Them

The Golden Cross is a well-known technical indicator used by traders and investors. It is a bullish chart pattern that indicates the reversal of a downtrend. Specifically, a golden cross forms when a stock's 50-day moving average price crosses over its 200-day moving average.  A stock's moving average smooths out stock price movement by creating a constantly updated average price. To better ... Read more on 7 Stocks That Are Golden and How to Find More Like Them

7 Travel Stocks That Still Have Room to Run

There's good news and bad news for those interested in investing in travel stocks in 2024. A report from Skift Research issued in January explains why the red-hot growth investors have come to expect is coming to an end. It seems that revenge travel may have ended as consumers, particularly in the low- and middle-income categories, pull back as inflation continues to wear on savings.  Howeve... Read more on 7 Travel Stocks That Still Have Room to Run

7 of the Best Stocks for Share Buybacks

A highlight of every earnings season is the announcement of share buybacks. A share buyback is a corporate finance action in which a company repurchases an amount of the shares available in the market.   The impact of a share buyback is generally bullish based on supply and demand. That is, when the number of a company's outstanding shares available goes down, the company's earnings per... Read more on 7 of the Best Stocks for Share Buybacks

7 Flying Car Stocks for Your 2024 Watchlist

Flying cars have been one of the more intriguing investments for speculative investors in the last 12 months. What used to be considered an exciting but perhaps impractical mode of transportation got a lift from the electrification movement that popularized drones. And even if fully autonomous driving never grows at scale, the same technology needed there is being used to create electric vertical ... Read more on 7 Flying Car Stocks for Your 2024 Watchlist

7 Downgraded Stocks That Still May Be Worth a Look

A key reason a stock price drops is one or more analyst downgrades. An analyst typically downgrades a stock because they believe it is overvalued based on an analysis of factors such as the company's fundamentals, its competition, new industry regulations, and macroeconomic conditions.  However, a downgrade doesn't necessarily mean issuing a “Sell" rating. In many cases, analysts move ... Read more on 7 Downgraded Stocks That Still May Be Worth a Look

7 Low Beta Safe and Sound Stocks

If you've been investing for a significant period of time, you've probably heard a stock described as a “high beta" or “low beta" stock. This term is essential for investors who want to determine a stock's volatility.   The role of beta is to explain the volatility of a particular stock versus an index, such as the S&P 500. A high beta stock means a stock tends to be more vol... Read more on 7 Low Beta Safe and Sound Stocks

7 of the Best Stocks to Buy Under $50

Stocks under $50 present investors with an interesting decision. On the one hand, these stocks are inexpensive enough that an investor can accumulate a significant amount of shares with a modest investment.   If these stocks have a significant catalyst, they can quickly turn this modest investment into the core of a growing portfolio. This potential growth is why investors should never forge... Read more on 7 of the Best Stocks to Buy Under $50

7 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Beat Fixed-Income Yields

Fixed-income investments have been making a comeback. After nearly 10 consecutive years of the Federal Reserve's near zero percent interest rate (ZIRP) policy, investors can get a risk-free return of almost 5% from short-term U.S. Treasury securities.  However, once the Federal Reserve announced plans to lower interest rates one, and perhaps multiple times in 2024, the flight to safety rever... Read more on 7 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Beat Fixed-Income Yields

7 Oversold Stocks That are Ready to Rally

Buy low and sell high. It's easy to understand, but it's a strategy that can be difficult to execute for even the most disciplined investor. And let's face it, if it were easy, everybody would do it.   One of the issues is knowing when to buy and when to sell. That's where technical analysis can be helpful. One indicator that many investors are familiar with is the Relative Strength Indicato... Read more on 7 Oversold Stocks That are Ready to Rally

7 Stocks with High Short Interest - Market Getting These Right?

In a healthy market, stocks move both up and down. Traders who speculate that a stock will go down in price are said to be shorting that stock. And the number of shares being sold short is expressed as a percentage known as short interest.  To understand why short interest is significant, you should remember that traders who short a stock sell it first with the expectation that the price wil... Read more on 7 Stocks with High Short Interest - Market Getting These Right?

7 Manufacturing Stocks to Buy as Sector Activity Increases

Manufacturing is the lifeblood of any country's economy. That's why many investors have one or more manufacturing stocks in their portfolios. However, while you can find some buy-and-hold forever stocks in this group, many are cyclical in nature.   Those cyclical stocks tend to outperform the market when the economy is expanding. But when the economy is contracting, these stocks can fall bac... Read more on 7 Manufacturing Stocks to Buy as Sector Activity Increases

7 Cheap Dividend Stocks Offering Value and Price Upside

When you hear the phrase "cheap dividend stocks," what comes to mind? It can mean different things to different investors. But whatever your definition, the idea of a cheap stock is a consideration of both a stock's price and its value.   For dividend-paying stocks, the price part means you'll want to find stocks that are trading near their 52-week low. Why? Because a guiding principle of pi... Read more on 7 Cheap Dividend Stocks Offering Value and Price Upside

7 Stocks Under $20 You Won’t Want to Miss

The price of a stock and the value of that stock are frequently different. And many investors have learned the hard lesson that there's no direct correlation. For example, Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) seemed expensive at the beginning of 2024. But after a blowout earnings report, NVDA stock continues to move higher.   However, many of the other "Magnificent 7" stocks haven't performed n... Read more on 7 Stocks Under $20 You Won’t Want to Miss

7 Best $5 Dollar Stocks to Buy

Stocks that are trading under five dollars a share are often referred to as penny stocks. This is generally considered to be a speculative category of stocks highlighted by large percentage moves that reflect their volatility. Investing in these stocks carries a significant level of risk that makes many investors uncomfortable.   However, for many investors, these stocks provide the opportun... Read more on 7 Best $5 Dollar Stocks to Buy

7 Stocks That May Be Next to Split Their Stock

On March 19, 2024, Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (NYSE: CMG) announced a 50-for-1 stock split. If approved by shareholders at the company's annual meeting in June 2024, shareholders who hold shares on the record date of June 18 will receive 49 additional shares of CMG stock for every share of stock they own (including fractional shares).  The Chipotle split may have surprised and delighted inv... Read more on 7 Stocks That May Be Next to Split Their Stock

7 Stocks from Companies That Can't Stop Talking About AI

There are more than anecdotal reasons to explain why artificial intelligence (AI) remains the talk of the town among investors. In a recent report, The Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE: GS) commented that a higher percentage of companies mentioned AI in their earnings reports this quarter (Q4 2023) than in the third quarter. The significance is that in the third quarter, AI mentions by companies sho... Read more on 7 Stocks from Companies That Can't Stop Talking About AI

7 Trending WallStreetBets Stocks to Watch Before the Reddit IPO

At the time of this writing, investors are waiting for Reddit, the self-proclaimed "front page of the Internet," to make its public trading debut on March 21, 2024. A successful initial public offering (IPO) could be a sign that investors are willing to look beyond artificial intelligence (AI) and big tech for growth.  The social media company has been around for years, and many investors ar... Read more on 7 Trending WallStreetBets Stocks to Watch Before the Reddit IPO

7 Uranium Stocks That Can Fuel a Growth Portfolio in 2024

Since January 2022, the spot price of uranium is up approximately 162%. That makes it one of the best performing assets over the last two years. And it certainly stands out among commodities, which has been a difficult trade.   Even after a pullback to start 2024, the bullish case for uranium remains strong. Several governments, notably the United States and Iran, are stockpiling uranium at ... Read more on 7 Uranium Stocks That Can Fuel a Growth Portfolio in 2024

7 Space Stocks Growth-Oriented Investors Can Buy Now

If you're a growth-oriented investor looking for an opportunity beyond artificial intelligence (AI), space stocks may be the place to look. In this special presentation, we'll explain why you may want to take the time to research this sector and some names to consider if you're interested in investing.   Let's start with the why. History frequently rhymes. That's one way to explain why the 2... Read more on 7 Space Stocks Growth-Oriented Investors Can Buy Now

7 Stocks That Can Become Your Own Magnificent Seven

In 2023, investors became acutely aware of the phrase "Magnificent Seven." This referred to the seven technology stocks that drove most of the 27% gains in the S&P 500 in the last 12 months.   However, through the first two months of 2024, many of those stocks have lost their sheen. Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) is down 24%. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is down 9%. And Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GO... Read more on 7 Stocks That Can Become Your Own Magnificent Seven

7 Stocks That Members of Congress Can’t Stop Buying

In recent days, you may have heard about the trades made by Paul Pelosi, the husband of Congressional Representative Nancy Pelosi. On two different dates, February 12 and February 21, Mr. Pelosi purchased call options on Palo Alto stock. The Congresswoman disclosed the trades on February 23, 2024.   Both trades were placed before Palo Alto's fourth-quarter earnings report, which was delivere... Read more on 7 Stocks That Members of Congress Can’t Stop Buying

7 Stocks That Don’t Need an AI Boost to Move Higher

At the time of this writing, shares of Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) are up over 17% since the company reported earnings on February 21, 2024. At this point, it seems inevitable that the stock will hit $1,000 per share, which will probably happen sooner than many analysts think.   NVDA stock has become the embodiment of the artificial intelligence trend that is lifting the entire technol... Read more on 7 Stocks That Don’t Need an AI Boost to Move Higher

7 Stocks to Buy if Inflation Sticks Around in 2024

Inflation is an unavoidable consequence of a market-based economy. In the best case, inflation is fueled by rising consumer demand, which itself is triggered by rising wages. That's why the Federal Reserve has a target rate of 2% inflation. A little inflation can be helpful to an economy.   But in 2024, inflation has become a little like that annoying dinner guest who has overstayed their we... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy if Inflation Sticks Around in 2024

7 dividend stocks with double-digit growth rates to boot

Just when investors thought that it was safe to shift towards risk-on assets, we got the latest readings on inflation. The hotter-than-expected CPI and PPI readings were like a cold splash of water that doused hopes for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates in March.   To make matters worse, investors are now wrestling with the fact that there may not be any interest rate cuts at all. Th... Read more on 7 dividend stocks with double-digit growth rates to boot

7 growth stocks that will prove growth is back in 2024

If you've been investing for any length of time, you've probably heard a lot of time-honored investment maxims. Things like "time in the market beats timing the market." One that I like to keep in mind is to "skate where the puck is moving."  There's a reason for that. Investors frequently believe they need special knowledge to be successful at investing. Let's be clear: you do have to put i... Read more on 7 growth stocks that will prove growth is back in 2024

7 Speculative stocks that could be worth the risk

Speculative stocks are those that investors buy knowing that they could lose most of, if not all, their investment. However, they also believe (or speculate) that these companies may produce life-changing returns to the upside.   Many companies associated with these stocks have a business model with a perceived likelihood, but not a guarantee, of success. Many also trade as penny stocks. Som... Read more on 7 Speculative stocks that could be worth the risk

7 Defensive Stocks with Strong Growth Opportunities in 2024

Analysts have a mixed view of stocks in 2024. The forecasts center around the outlook for interest rates. If, as some analysts believe, the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates multiple times, it would be bullish for stocks.   However, if the Fed makes good on its stated intention of leaving rates higher for longer, the rally in stocks that began in late October 2023 could fizzle out.   ... Read more on 7 Defensive Stocks with Strong Growth Opportunities in 2024

7 Stocks Set to Boom from the Weight Loss Craze

One of the hottest trends in society is the emergence of weight loss drugs. It's no secret that millions of Americans are clinically obese. It's also no surprise that obesity can lead to a number of health problems.  One of the health problems with the strongest link to obesity is Type 2 diabetes. In 2023, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved drugs for Type-2 diabetes and w... Read more on 7 Stocks Set to Boom from the Weight Loss Craze

7 defense stocks you need to buy before 2023 ends

Early in 2023, Russia's war with Ukraine was the primary geopolitical conflict affecting defense stocks. But for many investors, that wasn't enough to stir broad movement in defense stocks.   However, as investors are now aware, Israel is at war with Hamas. As of this writing, it's not clear whether this will draw the United States into a broader conflict in the Middle East. Even if our mili... Read more on 7 defense stocks you need to buy before 2023 ends

7 Stocks to Load Up on as Student Loan Payments Resume

As the calendar turns to October, millions of Americans will have to manage the return of student loan payments. As a refresher, the Trump administration enacted a moratorium on student loan payments at the onset of the pandemic in March 2020.   That moratorium remained in force until Congress passed the Fiscal Responsibility Act in June 2023. At that time, borrowers were told that paym... Read more on 7 Stocks to Load Up on as Student Loan Payments Resume

7 Growing Consumer Staples Stocks to Buy for Rising Inflation

The market continues to look for direction as investors are wondering if the economy is heading for a recession. One of the key indicators they're watching is inflation. It's down from the 40-year highs it was at one year ago, but it is still above the Fed's target 2% rate. And rising oil prices make it a near certainty that inflation will be higher – or at the very least stay above the Fed'... Read more on 7 Growing Consumer Staples Stocks to Buy for Rising Inflation

7 Under-the-Radar Stocks to Buy to Play the Growth of AI

You may be getting tired of hearing about artificial intelligence (AI). And let's not kid each other. If you weren't in on some of the large-cap AI stocks earlier this year, you've probably missed the biggest growth.   But that doesn't mean that AI is a bubble. In fact, a more apt analogy may be like waves crashing onto the shore. You've just seen a big wave come in. But there are several sm... Read more on 7 Under-the-Radar Stocks to Buy to Play the Growth of AI

7 Housing Stocks that You Can Build Your Portfolio Around

The “wealth effect" is an economic theory that suggests people will spend more when they feel the value of their assets are rising. While this is often linked to the value of stocks people own, it's also tied to home prices.   With that in mind, homeowners have been feeling bullish about the value of their homes since 2020. Housing prices have soared to record high levels. And even in ... Read more on 7 Housing Stocks that You Can Build Your Portfolio Around

7 Growth Stocks to Consider Selling Now

There's an expression in marketing that you buy on emotion, and you justify with facts. Unfortunately, many investors apply that same strategy to the stocks they buy and sell. That's historically a formula that leads to poor results.  The reality is that the most successful investors are typically those who can keep their emotions out of their investment decisions. That includes knowing when... Read more on 7 Growth Stocks to Consider Selling Now

7 Long-Term Stocks Under $20 That Could be Headed for $30

Since 1957, the average growth in the S&P 500 has been between 8% and 11% depending on the source that you use. However, if you're an investor under the age of 50, you've cut your investing teeth during one of the longest bull runs in market history.   Fueled by record low interest rates, the S&P 500 delivered an average return of between 12% and 15% between 2012 and 2021. And as vol... Read more on 7 Long-Term Stocks Under $20 That Could be Headed for $30

7 Stocks That Can Turn $5,000 Into $10,000 by 2025

One lesson that the 2020s are teaching investors is that there are always opportunities in the stock market. And that is true no matter what is happening in the broader economy. Finding these opportunities is not a matter of market timing, it's a matter of understanding the trends that are likely to affect the economy.   In 2020, savvy investors saw an opportunity when oil prices briefly tur... Read more on 7 Stocks That Can Turn $5,000 Into $10,000 by 2025

7 Stocks Under $20 That May Double by 2024

Investors understand the importance of buying low and selling high. And finding undervalued stocks that are trading below $20 gives investors the ability to get a substantial return with an investment of $2,000 or less.   However, these stocks also present investors with a substantial risk. Many of these companies are small-cap stocks which can be more volatile than more stable large-cap sto... Read more on 7 Stocks Under $20 That May Double by 2024

7 Bounce Back Stocks to Add to Your Watch List

A time-honored strategy for investment success is to buy low and sell high. In many cases, this means buying quality stocks that are underperforming the market. This is because companies and sectors that lag the market over a period of time often bounce back sharply when economic conditions change.  However, that's not the only way investors may decide if a stock is undervalued. They may loo... Read more on 7 Bounce Back Stocks to Add to Your Watch List

7 eCommerce Stocks That Will Keep Delivering for Investors

The one constant, maybe the only constant, in our world is change. And the internet age has accelerated that change. Web 2.0, as it's known, expanded the internet from a way to find information to a global instrument of commerce. Overnight, businesses had a way to reach consumers from around their home country and around the world. The world of eCommerce was born.   And that child is growing... Read more on 7 eCommerce Stocks That Will Keep Delivering for Investors

7 Mighty Manufacturing Stocks to Build Your Portfolio Around

Manufacturing stocks are considered safe investments by most investors. Companies in this sector are known for delivering stable revenue and stock price growth over time. Many of these companies also offer investors attractive dividends.   This can be a cyclical sector that frequently leads the economy into and out of recessions. But there are several megatrends that should support revenue a... Read more on 7 Mighty Manufacturing Stocks to Build Your Portfolio Around

7 Penny Stocks That May Let Investors Hit the Jackpot

Penny stocks are irresistible for many investors. That's because, for a relatively minimal investment, you have the potential to get an outsized return. Unfortunately, penny stocks also have a high failure rate. And even those that succeed often require time to allow the company's business to achieve profitability.  This presents investors with a simple but challenging proposition. How do yo... Read more on 7 Penny Stocks That May Let Investors Hit the Jackpot

7 Concrete Stocks That Can Help You Cement Profits

Concrete stocks can play an important role in your long-term investment portfolio. Many infrastructure projects on both the residential, commercial, and industrial levels need concrete in one form or another. This, in turn, keeps demand for concrete relatively steady.   One way to capture a share of this market in your portfolio is by investing in the companies that make concrete (i.e., the ... Read more on 7 Concrete Stocks That Can Help You Cement Profits

7 Recession-Proof Stocks That Also Offer Strong Value

A recession is a period of temporary economic decline defined by a reduction in trade and industrial activity. Economists generally “call" a recession after gross domestic product (GDP) falls for two consecutive quarters. During a recession, many companies report a decline in earnings. This pushes down the price of stocks, particularly growth stocks. However, when growth-oriented stocks dec... Read more on 7 Recession-Proof Stocks That Also Offer Strong Value

7 Uranium Stocks with the Power to Deliver Nuclear Growth

The clean energy revolution has a soldier that's waiting to join the fight. That soldier is uranium. The core application for uranium is in providing nuclear power. However, the nuclear power accident at the Fukushima plant in Japan in 2011 drove uranium into a prolonged bear market.   The irony is that demand for nuclear power plants is increasing. According to the World Nuclear Association... Read more on 7 Uranium Stocks with the Power to Deliver Nuclear Growth

7 Regional Banks Where You Can Deposit Your Investment Capital

When many investors think about banking stocks, the big banks come to mind. These are banks like JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM), Bank of America (NYSE: BAC), and Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C). Many of these banks have fortress-like balance sheets because of a solid deposit base and less exposure to risky loans. Simply put, these are the banks into which many high net-worth individuals and busines... Read more on 7 Regional Banks Where You Can Deposit Your Investment Capital

7 Gold Stocks That Can Anchor Any Portfolio

Many investors have a love or hate relationship with gold. But there's little debate that as a store of value, few asset classes compare to the time-honored benefit of owning gold. More hotly debated benefits of gold are its role as a hedge against inflation and whether it has intrinsic (i.e., monetary) value.  To the concept of being a hedge, the record of gold is mixed. However, there is a... Read more on 7 Gold Stocks That Can Anchor Any Portfolio

7 Consumer Staples Stocks You Can Buy and Hold Forever

Investing should be dynamic, but only up to a point. The foundation for every portfolio should include some stocks that are your “steady Eddie's." The ones you don't have to closely watch because you know they will provide you with a dependable total return in bull or bear markets.   One sector where investors can find many of these stocks is the consumer staples sector. These are... Read more on 7 Consumer Staples Stocks You Can Buy and Hold Forever

7 Bank Stocks That Make Great Long-Term Investments

Bank stocks are generally seen as conservative investments. That simply means that these stocks skew more to the value side rather than the growth side of your portfolio. They aren't known for delivering spectacular annual stock price growth. But these stocks tend to pay safe dividends that give investors the benefit of compounding over time.   However, as the implosion of Silicon Valley Ban... Read more on 7 Bank Stocks That Make Great Long-Term Investments

7 Stocks That Benefit from Higher Interest Rates

When interest rates rise, the stock market tends to decline. The reason is that rising interest rates are a sign that central banks are trying to cool off an overheated economy, usually due to inflation. IN that environment, fixed-income investments such as bonds and cash, which carry lower risk than equities, give investors a larger reward for playing it safe.   Playing it safe makes s... Read more on 7 Stocks That Benefit from Higher Interest Rates

7 Boring Stocks That Will Keep Your Portfolio in the Green

Volatile markets can be unsettling for investors. One strategy that can help you navigate through such times is to select “boring" stocks. Everybody has different ways of defining boring stocks. I'll say that these are stocks that are properly valued or undervalued and show a respectable growth rate over a 1-2 year period.   The benefit of this strategy can be explained with an an... Read more on 7 Boring Stocks That Will Keep Your Portfolio in the Green

7 Copper Stocks to Invest in the Future of Clean Energy

Investors are always looking for the “next new thing." That's to be expected. When you can invest early in emerging trends, you stand to make the largest profit. But finding those trends is not a sure thing. For example, many investors were burned by the cannabis sector. While it still holds promise, the payoff hasn't come as quickly as many investors believed it would.  In 2023, the g... Read more on 7 Copper Stocks to Invest in the Future of Clean Energy

7 Clean Energy Stocks to Snap Up for a Greener Future

No matter where you stand on clean energy or climate change, there's no question that the world is moving towards renewable energy solutions. The transition is inevitable for the simple reason that many of the world's most developed nations are throwing money at the sector.   The good news for investors is that, while some clean energy stocks have already seen tremendous growth, the sec... Read more on 7 Clean Energy Stocks to Snap Up for a Greener Future

7 Gene Editing Stocks with Game-Changing Potential

Successful investors frequently look for the next big thing. For many investors in 2023 that means looking at electric vehicle or clean energy stocks. Those are probably good bets if investors are looking for outsize gains in the next decade. Another option for investors looking for market-beating performance in the next 10 years is gene editing stocks.  The field of gene editing took off in... Read more on 7 Gene Editing Stocks with Game-Changing Potential

7 Disruptive Technology Stocks to Buy for the Next 10 Years

Warren Buffett is famously attributed as saying, “If you aren’t willing to own a stock for ten years, don’t even think about owning it for ten minutes.” He wasn’t talking about disruptive technology stocks, but the principle still applies. Disruptive technology describes innovations that significantly alter how consumers, industries, or businesses operate. Think about how email and mobile phone... Read more on 7 Disruptive Technology Stocks to Buy for the Next 10 Years

7 Artificial Intelligence Stocks That are Great Long-Term Buys

The field of artificial intelligence is dynamic to say the least. This is evident in the many advancements that have arrived in recent years. In fact, at the beginning of 2023, the world became aware, and obsessed, with the possibilities of ChatGPT.   But this is a sector that has its best growth still to come. We know this because companies continue to invest billions into a market that is ... Read more on 7 Artificial Intelligence Stocks That are Great Long-Term Buys

7 Defense Stocks That Can Protect Your Portfolio

The defense sector is usually a solid choice for investors. That's because defense is one of the line items in the national budget that rarely gets cut. This presentation will identify seven stocks in the defense sector that present investors with a good opportunity to profit from increased government spending. On December 23, 2022, President Biden signed the National Defense Authorization Act in... Read more on 7 Defense Stocks That Can Protect Your Portfolio

7 Mighty Mid-Caps to Strengthen Your Portfolio

Mid-cap stocks are commonly defined as those of companies with a market capitalization (market cap) of between $2 billion and $10 billion dollars. During bull markets, mid-cap stocks can be overlooked because of slow, steady growth that typically lags the broader market. However, when the market weakens, investors look for a positive return wherever they can get it. At times like this, the steady... Read more on 7 Mighty Mid-Caps to Strengthen Your Portfolio

7 Low Beta Stocks to Help You Weather Volatile Conditions

During times of market volatility, investing in low beta stocks is a good strategy for risk-averse investors. Beta is a measure of how volatile a stock is compared to a particular index. In most cases this means the S&P 500. When a stock has a low beta (defined as being between 0 and 1), it will have smaller price swings than the index that it tracks. In many cases, low beta stocks are found ... Read more on 7 Low Beta Stocks to Help You Weather Volatile Conditions

7 Inflation-Resistant Stocks to Buy for a Profitable 2023

Inflation is defined as a general rise in the cost of goods and services which is offset by a symmetrical decline in the purchasing power of a currency. The effect of inflation is that too much money is chasing after too few goods. In a healthy economy, a little inflation is desired, and even necessary. But when the cost of goods and/or the cost to produce those goods accelerate too quickly, cons... Read more on 7 Inflation-Resistant Stocks to Buy for a Profitable 2023

7 “F-Rated” Growth Stocks to Sell Now

In this special presentation we're looking at stocks that investors should be selling now. When the market is down, there is a temptation to look at deeply discounted stocks to buy and hold. But buying the dip is a strategy that fits stocks that have a proven track record of growth in revenue and – more importantly – earnings.   But when a stock is not scoring well on either of t... Read more on 7 “F-Rated” Growth Stocks to Sell Now

7 Battery Stocks That Will Make You a Millionaire by 2030

You can't watch television for any length of time without seeing a commercial (or several commercials) promoting electric vehicles (EVs). The EV revolution is not just about Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) anymore. Many old guard automakers such as Ford (NYSE:F) and General Motors (NYSE:GM) are committing to having a fully electrified fleet (either hybrid or fully battery electric) within the next 10 to 15 ye... Read more on 7 Battery Stocks That Will Make You a Millionaire by 2030

7 Cheap Large-Cap Stocks to Buy Before They Go Back Up

This article presents seven large-cap stocks that are regarded as cheap based on their price-to-earnings ratio. The price-to-earnings ratio tells an investor how much they are paying per share for every dollar of a company's profit. You can find a stock's P/E ratio by dividing its stock price by its earnings per share. That looks like this: P/E Ratio = Stock Price/Earnings per share (EPS) For e... Read more on 7 Cheap Large-Cap Stocks to Buy Before They Go Back Up

7 Reddit Stocks to Buy in 2023

When individuals think about Reddit stocks, it's not surprising that GameStop (NYSE:GME) and AMC Entertainment  (NYSE:AMC) come to mind. These two stocks were the poster children of the “meme stock" movement in 2021. And they weren't alone. There are a number of speculative stocks that are trending in the social media forum. The Reddit community, however, is interested in more than low... Read more on 7 Reddit Stocks to Buy in 2023

7 Stocks to Buy During a Housing Downturn

The housing market is one of the most cyclical sectors for investors to navigate. During bull markets, you can metaphorically put on a blindfold, throw a dart at a listing of stock tickers, and make a profit. And as you know the housing market is one of the first sectors to recover in a bull market. The opposite is true as well. The housing market is one of the first sectors to signal economic pa... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy During a Housing Downturn

7 Most Overhyped Penny Stocks to Sell Now

One question that investors frequently ask is “when do I sell a stock?" That can be tricky to answer when stocks are going up, but it can be just as tricky when stocks are going down. And that's even more the case when it comes to penny stocks. Many investors who buy penny stocks do so knowing that they're placing a speculative bet. This means they're willing to hold on to the stock even wh... Read more on 7 Most Overhyped Penny Stocks to Sell Now

7 Stocks with a Great Setup for 2023

Did you rebalance your portfolio before the year ended? If you didn’t, you’re not alone. But if your portfolio is not performing as well as you’d like, it may be time for some fine tuning. At least that’s what history says. That’s because, historically, the twelve months following a midterm election tend to be bullish for stocks. Why that’s the case is left for... Read more on 7 Stocks with a Great Setup for 2023

7 Small-Cap Stocks That Could Rocket Higher in 2023

Small-cap stocks are a class of equities that can significantly impact a growth portfolio. There are a couple of reasons for this. First, in bull markets, small-cap stocks tend to outperform the broader market because investors have a larger appetite for risk. Second, small-cap stocks are historically an indicator of investor sentiment turning from bearish to bullish (and vice versa). This reward... Read more on 7 Small-Cap Stocks That Could Rocket Higher in 2023

7 Cash Rich Stocks That Offer Safety in Any Market

Many investors are familiar with the idiom that “cash is king." It's typically a rallying cry for bearish investors when equity markets are in a downturn. The idea is that when stocks are down, cash is a safe place to park your capital until better days arrive. The purpose of this presentation isn't to refute this timeless advice, but rather to help you think about it in a different way. We... Read more on 7 Cash Rich Stocks That Offer Safety in Any Market

7 Streaming Stocks that Will Stand up to Streaming Fatigue

Millions of Americans have "cut the cord." However, consumers' entertainment experience has ended up as a collection of one or more services that looks a bit like cable or satellite, without the cords. That's because the streaming model and what consumers desire are at odds. Streaming services need to capture as many eyeballs as they can with as much content as possible. However, many streaming c... Read more on 7 Streaming Stocks that Will Stand up to Streaming Fatigue

7 Agricultural Stocks to Buy to Keep Your Portfolio Well Fed

The agriculture sector is an evergreen sector of the economy. The world will always need food, and the companies in this sector help ensure the world is fed. In fact, agriculture stocks are typically considered to be in the same category as consumer staples because demand remains constant no matter what is happening in the broader economy. This is also a diverse sector. And that can get confusing... Read more on 7 Agricultural Stocks to Buy to Keep Your Portfolio Well Fed

7 Railroad Stocks to Keep Your Portfolio Chugging Along

Railroad stocks aren't the most glamorous of choices. Moving items from point A to point B is not supposed to be. In fact, it's something that most of us take for granted. That predictability, however, is why there's room for these stocks in every portfolio. You can say the world has become smaller. And there's no question that airplanes and last-mile delivery play a significant role in the globa... Read more on 7 Railroad Stocks to Keep Your Portfolio Chugging Along

7 Solar Stocks Leading the Clean Energy Boom

Solar is one of the fastest growing sectors in the stock market. And the recent clean energy bill that passed through the U.S. Congress as part of the Inflation Reduction Act is likely to keep that growth going. By some estimates, solar installation may triple over the next five years. But the bullish outlook for this sector is about more than the funding the industry will receive. The Biden admi... Read more on 7 Solar Stocks Leading the Clean Energy Boom

7 Water Stocks to Buy as the World Dries Up

Many of us will read this and be oblivious to the worldwide crisis. But if the current trends continue, it will become real to all of us soon enough. Most of us learned in elementary school that 97% of the world's water is salt water. And only about 1% of the total water supply is drinkable. That is becoming difficult math for several areas of the world. A severe, multi-year drought is causing wa... Read more on 7 Water Stocks to Buy as the World Dries Up

7 Sports Betting Stocks to Buy for Their Long-Term Possibilities

Since 2018, one of the most compelling sectors for growth-oriented investors is the sports betting sector. That was the year the U.S. Supreme Court allowed states to legalize sports betting. Since then 30 states have taken that step including New York and New Jersey which are two key markets. In fact, the state of New York broke a record when it legalized online sports betting in January 2022. Th... Read more on 7 Sports Betting Stocks to Buy for Their Long-Term Possibilities

7 Stocks to Buy to Outrun Rising Interest Rates

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading indicates that inflation may be peaking. But if you go to the grocery store or pay rent you're aware that prices aren't going down anytime soon. In fact, there's growing sentiment that inflation will be sticky. What does that mean for interest rates? One part of the Federal Reserve's dual mandate is to keep inflation at or near its 2% target level. Th... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy to Outrun Rising Interest Rates

7 Mid-Cap Stocks That Can be the Perfect Fit at Any Time

Mid-cap stocks are defined as those of companies that have a market capitalization (market cap) between $2 billion and $10 billion. This is a class of stocks that can offer solid growth and value. However, mid-cap stocks can be overlooked by even the most experienced investors. One of the advantages of owning mid-cap stocks is diversification. Large-cap stocks can mitigate much of the volatility ... Read more on 7 Mid-Cap Stocks That Can be the Perfect Fit at Any Time

7 Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks That Won’t be Impacted by Rising Interest Rates

Stock markets move in cycles. Historically, bull markets last longer than bear markets, but both can last longer than investors expect. But inside bull markets and bear markets, there can still be volatile price changes in the opposite direction. And when the market does reverse direction, the biggest gains are made by investors that stay the course. In a volatile market, one option for staying t... Read more on 7 Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks That Won’t be Impacted by Rising Interest Rates

7 Stocks with the Pricing Power to Push Through High Inflation

When inflation rises, it's not difficult to notice higher prices. But you don't have to be very old to understand the expression that a dollar doesn't buy as much as it used to. The Happy Meal was introduced in 1979 for a price of $1.10. Today, that same meal costs $2.99. Yet, it remains one of the restaurant chain's most popular items. It's also a barometer for the economy because of its convenie... Read more on 7 Stocks with the Pricing Power to Push Through High Inflation

10 Recession-Proof Stocks That Will Let You Wait Out the Bear

Whoever coined the expression that patience is a virtue probably never invested money in the equity markets. It can be excruciating to see a stock's price plummet. And that's particularly true when the stock was possibly at all-time highs just one year ago. Here's the good news. In some cases, the reasons you liked the stock still exist. If that's true, then there's reason to believe that the sto... Read more on 10 Recession-Proof Stocks That Will Let You Wait Out the Bear

7 Dividend Aristocrats to Help You Take the Bite Out of the Bear

Investing in a bull market is fun and relatively easy. When the major indexes are hitting new highs seemingly every day, it's easy to find stocks to buy. By contrast, investing in a bear market may not be as enjoyable. But it's necessary, and when you have a strategy it doesn't have to be hard. One timeless bear market strategy is to buy dividend stocks. And for investors looking to take even mor... Read more on 7 Dividend Aristocrats to Help You Take the Bite Out of the Bear

7 Dividend Stocks That Earn 10% Every Month

Investors who are in or nearing their retirement years know the need for reliable income moves to the top of the priority list. That makes investing in dividend stocks a logical choice. Most dividend stocks pay dividends on a quarterly basis. However, for individuals who lack an income stream from a job, quarterly dividends of any size create an uneven income stream. That can be difficult in times... Read more on 7 Dividend Stocks That Earn 10% Every Month

7 Commodities ETFs to Help Build a Hedge Against Inflation

Commodities are a broad category that covers agricultural products like wheat, corn, and soybeans. It also includes oil and derivative products such as gasoline, natural gas, and diesel fuel. However, investing in commodities also covers precious metals such as gold and silver as well as base metals like copper and aluminum. And more recently, this sector includes items like lithium that will be ... Read more on 7 Commodities ETFs to Help Build a Hedge Against Inflation

7 Stagflation Stocks to Help Navigate Periods of Low Growth

Stagflation is an ugly mix of low economic growth punctuated by high unemployment. And at the root of it all is inflation. For a long time, many economists believed that stagflation was not possible. However, the 1970s changed that thinking. Not only were U.S. consumers facing high inflation, they were also dealing with high unemployment.   And according to some analysts, history may be gett... Read more on 7 Stagflation Stocks to Help Navigate Periods of Low Growth

7 Dividend Stocks to Buy When Safety is Your Top Priority

[link]Capital preservation is an important objective for every investor.[/link] It's famously summed up by Warren Buffett who says his first rule of investing is to not lose money. And his second rule is to remember the first. When a bull market is racing higher, investors tend to get more aggressive. This means buying growth stocks. And in some cases these companies may not yet be generating a pr... Read more on 7 Dividend Stocks to Buy When Safety is Your Top Priority

7 Agricultural Technology Stocks to Buy as Commodity Prices Remain Volatile

Agriculture stocks have a place in every investor's portfolio. The fact is that the byproduct of agriculture literally feeds the world. But for a variety of reasons, supply and/or demand can be disrupted. For example, the weather is often a concern. Farmers are always subject to periods of drought or flooding.  But the past few years have shown how this sector is not immune from geopolitical... Read more on 7 Agricultural Technology Stocks to Buy as Commodity Prices Remain Volatile

7 NFT Related Stocks That Are Helping to Drive This Trend

Blockchain technology is creating new opportunities in a variety of industries. It's even creating industries that never existed. That's the case with non-fungible tokens (NFTs). An NFT is a token created by the Non-Fungible Alliance that exists on a blockchain. In many cases, that is the Ethereum (CCC:ETH-USD) blockchain, but there are now several other blockchains that support NFTs The key to u... Read more on 7 NFT Related Stocks That Are Helping to Drive This Trend

7 Outdoor Living Stocks to Buy Before Investors Go Away For the Summer

Outdoor living is one of the largest sectors of the stock market. The United States spends over $800 billion every year on outdoor entertainment. To put that in context that spending number is on par with the financial services and insurance sector. And, it's almost double the spending in the pharmaceutical industry. Stocks that focused on outdoor living surged during the pandemic because many Am... Read more on 7 Outdoor Living Stocks to Buy Before Investors Go Away For the Summer

7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That May Defy Expectations

Consumer discretionary stocks are those of companies that make products that are popular, but not considered essential. These stocks tend to perform well in a bull market but can lag behind the broader market during periods of volatility. And for the last six months, the volatility that the market has been enduring is adding risk to buying consumer discretionary stocks. Simply put, consumers will... Read more on 7 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That May Defy Expectations

7 Retail Stocks That May Still Ring the Register

Despite record-high inflation, supply chain disruption, and increased cost pressures due to rising wages, the retail sector has been one of the better performers in 2022. At this time, many retailers have been easy to pass along their costs to consumers. The question is how long can that last? Investors will get their first clue when the March 2022 Advance Monthly Retail Report is released on Apr... Read more on 7 Retail Stocks That May Still Ring the Register

7 Transportation Stocks That Can Keep Your Portfolio Moving Forward

The supply chain disruptions due to the unprecedented supply and demand imbalance brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.  Transportation and logistics stocks have been in the news. This sector includes a variety of companies ranging from trucking and railroad companies to companies involved in last-mile delivery to airlines and rental cars that allow for travel and leisure. This sector has bee... Read more on 7 Transportation Stocks That Can Keep Your Portfolio Moving Forward

7 Small-Cap Stocks that Present Long-Term Growth Opportunities

Before you invest in small-cap stocks, you should be comfortable with the risk that they present. By definition, a small-cap stock is one that has a market capitalization of less than $2 billion. But this leaves them prone to volatility. And when the market goes through a sell-off or correction these stocks can suffer steep losses. Those concerns are being amplified as the Federal Reserve is pled... Read more on 7 Small-Cap Stocks that Present Long-Term Growth Opportunities

7 Health Care Stocks to Buy Even if the Economy Gets Sick

This is a tough time to be an investor. However, investors of every age need quickly learn that sell-offs, corrections, even bear markets are a normal part of the investing cycle. Even in down markets, there are stocks that are outperforming the broader market. One place to look is defensive stocks. These are stocks that tend to be solid performers regardless of how the broader market is moving. ... Read more on 7 Health Care Stocks to Buy Even if the Economy Gets Sick

7 Defense Stocks to Buy as Global Tensions Continue to Grow

The United States may not officially be on a war footing. But since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Biden administration is pledging $350 million in military aid. And we're not the only ones. Our NATO allies are also making commitments to help Ukraine in its defense. And those commitments, along with that of the United States is likely to increase if the conflict escalates.   That means... Read more on 7 Defense Stocks to Buy as Global Tensions Continue to Grow

7 Travel Stocks That Will Benefit as Covid Restrictions End

From sea to shining sea, the green shoots of a re-opening are rapidly turning into a forest of lush growth. That may sound a bit over the top, but after two long years, it appears that 2022 will bring a return to travel that resembles pre-pandemic levels. And if you still think that's hyperbole, consider this: The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington estimat... Read more on 7 Travel Stocks That Will Benefit as Covid Restrictions End

7 Metaverse Stocks That May Go Out of This World

If you're a bit confused about what the metaverse is, or will be. You're not alone. In fact as recently as November of 2021, many top tech executives, who have plans for the metaverse, struggled to define the metaverse. One of the best descriptions I've heard is that the metaverse will be the Web 2.0. It will create the ability for participants to interact in an interactive world that combines vi... Read more on 7 Metaverse Stocks That May Go Out of This World

7 ESG Stocks that are Leading the Way to a Better World

It's becoming increasingly popular for investors to "vote their values." One way they do this is by investing in companies that make a demonstrable effort to improve the world. This is creating a category of stocks known as ESG stocks. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance and it covers a broad range of issues. The environmental component is relatively straightforward. This analyze... Read more on 7 ESG Stocks that are Leading the Way to a Better World

7 Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy For When the Fed Gets Serious

How should you be investing in 2022? It's a near certainty that the Fed will continue to pursue a more hawkish monetary policy for the rest of 2022. And right now the market is expecting interest rate increases to start in March 2022. The thought that the Fed will take aggressive measures to combat inflation is still weighing on growth-minded investors? After all, stocks still look like the place... Read more on 7 Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy For When the Fed Gets Serious

7 Tech Stocks That Will Lead the Way in 2022

The end of 2021 and the initial trading days of 2022 have been rough for tech stocks. The prospect of multiple interest rate hikes has investors fleeing to risk-off assets, including stocks. And that means some of the biggest tech stocks may have further to fall. But for growth investors, tech remains the sector to be in. Some appealing stocks have dropped 50% or more from their 2021 highs. That ... Read more on 7 Tech Stocks That Will Lead the Way in 2022

7 Risk-Off Stocks to Buy as Inflation Remains at Record Levels

Inflation has gone from a transitory problem that would take care of itself to an existential threat that is moving the Federal Reserve to take swift, aggressive action. In January 2022, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed inflation in the United States was at its highest level since 1982. And the market is reacting predictably with what appears to be a shift from risk-on to risk-off assets. Th... Read more on 7 Risk-Off Stocks to Buy as Inflation Remains at Record Levels

7 Manufacturing Stocks That Will Overcome Current Difficulties

The manufacturing industry was one of the hardest hits in 2020. In the initial months of the coronavirus pandemic, many companies were forced to shutter operations. However, opportunistic investors kept their eye on several of these companies as recovery stocks. And at the beginning of 2021, the emergence of several vaccines allowed businesses to reopen.  Not surprisingly, manufacturing stock... Read more on 7 Manufacturing Stocks That Will Overcome Current Difficulties

7 Large-Cap Stocks to Help Navigate a Volatile Market

Large-cap stocks are foundational elements of every portfolio. These steady performers may not excite growth investors in the midst of a bull market. However, in periods of volatility, large-cap stocks act as a port in the storm. Large-cap stocks offer investors some important benefits. First, by definition large-cap stocks are companies that have a market capitalization of $10 billion or more. T... Read more on 7 Large-Cap Stocks to Help Navigate a Volatile Market

7 Dividend Stocks that Help Take the Bite Out of Inflation

Inflation and its effects on corporate earnings going forward is the headline story taking over the stock market. The Consumer Price Index rose at a 6.8% pace on a year-over-year (YOY) basis. That marked the fastest rate since June 1982. And even when the CPI stripped away food and energy prices (because who buys groceries or puts gas in their car?), the CPI was still 4.9% on a YOY level, the ... Read more on 7 Dividend Stocks that Help Take the Bite Out of Inflation

7 Great Biotech Stocks to Buy in Expectations of Better Days Ahead

The biotechnology (biotech) sector was one of the best performing sectors in 2020. Many companies saw their stock prices rise as the race was on for a Covid-19 vaccine. However, many of these companies were pre-revenue companies. Or they were companies that only had one or two in-market products or therapies. And as the calendar turned to 2021, investors took notice. And what went up quickly we... Read more on 7 Great Biotech Stocks to Buy in Expectations of Better Days Ahead

7 Precious Metals Stocks That Will Offset the Effects of Inflation

There’s no getting around it. Inflation is going to be an unwelcome guest at our holiday gatherings this year. Estimates say this will be the most expensive Thanksgiving dinner in years. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) jumped 6.2% in October. That was the biggest surge in 30 years. But the latest inflation data only confirmed what investors already knew. At least the ones that put gas in their ... Read more on 7 Precious Metals Stocks That Will Offset the Effects of Inflation

7 E-Commerce Stocks That Aren’t Tangled in the Supply Chain

E-commerce is being identified as a prime contributor to our current supply chain difficulties. Flush with cash during the pandemic, many Americans took to shopping online as part of their new normal. Demand quickly outpaced supply, particularly as many factories were dealing with labor shortages due to Covid-19 restrictions. While that may oversimplify the problem with the global supply chai... Read more on 7 E-Commerce Stocks That Aren’t Tangled in the Supply Chain

7 Electric Vehicle Stocks That Are Ready to Charge Higher

The Biden administration has announced a framework for a slimmed-down $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill. Part of that framework will be a $12,500 tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. That increases the current subsidy by $4,500. And it’s music to the ears of EV companies in the United States who are making plans to scale production. This doesn’t mean the country is close to having an EV ... Read more on 7 Electric Vehicle Stocks That Are Ready to Charge Higher

7 Trucking Stocks That Are About to Go On a Roll

Americans are facing a historic supply chain crisis. The solutions are simple on the one hand and maddeningly complex on the other. And no industry embodies that complexity more than the trucking industry. Just getting the barges unloaded will not be enough. Those goods have to be transported to a final destination. For that, we’re going to need trucks. And those trucks will need drivers. Ac... Read more on 7 Trucking Stocks That Are About to Go On a Roll

7 Social Media Stocks That Are Worth Your Attention

If you have a child in high school, they likely will not know a world that didn’t include social media. And for better or worse, social media is here to stay. That’s because these companies have developed ways to keep their users engaged. And engagement is the keyword. For the most part, social media companies generate money through ad revenue. Simply put, the more active (i.e. engaged) users ... Read more on 7 Social Media Stocks That Are Worth Your Attention

7 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy For a Healthy Portfolio in 2022

One year ago, investors expected 2021 to be a huge year for pharmaceutical stocks. The bullish perspective was that as vaccines rolled out and the economy reopened, investors would shift from biotech stocks to traditional pharmaceutical stocks. But the Delta variant has kept Covid-19 top of mind for many investors. While it’s true that some pharmaceutical stocks were part of the vaccine race, o... Read more on 7 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy For a Healthy Portfolio in 2022

7 Growth Stocks to Buy as the Market Slumps

At times of volatility, it can be hard for even experienced investors to stay the course. Yet over time, stocks have consistently increased in value. And growth stocks tend to be among the ones that show the largest gains. Growth stocks are companies that analysts believe will grow at a rate that is significantly above the market average. These stocks are also characterized by companies that i... Read more on 7 Growth Stocks to Buy as the Market Slumps

7 Solar Stocks That Are Ready to Shine

Investors have been frustrated by the renewable energy sector for decades. One reason for that is the technology was not ready for prime time, at least not in a cost-effective way. That is changing rapidly and with it the opportunity to be found in renewable energy stocks. However, within the renewable energy sector, wind and solar remain on top of the pyramid. The focus of this unique presentatio... Read more on 7 Solar Stocks That Are Ready to Shine

7 Cyclical Stocks That Make Sense In a Volatile Market

Despite many predictions of an imminent, and possibly severe, market correction, 2021 has been a great year for investors. And that’s particularly true for investors who invested in cyclical stocks. This group of stocks was hit hard as the economy ground to a halt. This makes sense because cyclical stocks move in the direction of the broader economy. But that’s also why, almost immediately, ma... Read more on 7 Cyclical Stocks That Make Sense In a Volatile Market

7 Virtual Reality Stocks That Can Deliver Very Real Profits

Are you ready for the metaverse? Yeah, I’m not either. But many people are enjoying living their life in a virtual world. However, virtual reality and augmented reality goes beyond the world of video games. The applications for this technology include remote assistance, training, and education. And like e-commerce, this was a sector that experienced significant growth during the Covid-19 pandem... Read more on 7 Virtual Reality Stocks That Can Deliver Very Real Profits

7 Stocks That Can Withstand a Taper Tantrum

The stock market is stimulated like a child with a sugar high on Halloween night, and investors are enjoying the ride. It seems like nearly every sector continues to point in one direction. But seasoned investors know that the markets don’t move in the same direction all the time. And even long-term bulls admit that a correction may be coming. One reason for this is that the Federal Reserve (i... Read more on 7 Stocks That Can Withstand a Taper Tantrum

7 Clean Energy Stocks to Buy As Climate Change Initiatives Heat Up

Climate change remains a polarizing political issue. However, as an investor, it’s a debate that bears watching. And that’s not just the case for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investors. Every investor that’s looking to profit from the current $3.5 trillion infrastructure bill needs to pay attention to the current debate about climate change. That’s because right now the business... Read more on 7 Clean Energy Stocks to Buy As Climate Change Initiatives Heat Up

8 EV Stocks To Electrify Your Growth Portfolio

The electric vehicle (EV) market remains one of the markets that growth-oriented investors simply have to be in. This sector is at the intersection of multiple secular trends (e.g. autonomous driving, renewable energy). And, after years of false starts, it appears that EV technology is ready to be produced at scale. Think about this. There is an average of 90 million vehicles sold annually. Th... Read more on 8 EV Stocks To Electrify Your Growth Portfolio

7 Fintech Stocks That Will Continue To Disrupt Traditional Banking

In April 2021, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon described fintech companies as one of the “enormous competitive threats” to traditional banking. And with good reason. Fintech (short for financial technology) is not just “digital banking.” It’s a different approach to banking that traditional banks will not be able to replicate by outspending their competitors. You see, cryptocurrency is getting ... Read more on 7 Fintech Stocks That Will Continue To Disrupt Traditional Banking

7 Defensive Stocks to Buy on Market Jitters

Defensive stocks are companies that deliver consistent revenue and earnings regardless of what is happening in the broader economy. This has the effect of allowing these stocks to outperform the market when the economy is in a downturn. But it also means that these stocks are frequently overlooked during bull markets. After all, for many investors, particularly younger investors, but the benefi... Read more on 7 Defensive Stocks to Buy on Market Jitters

7 Tech Stocks That Are Heating Up as Anti-Trust Talk Cools Down

For the better part of the last year, Congress has had “big tech” in its crosshairs. But the reasons why largely depend on what side of the aisle a particular individual was on. On the one hand, there are politicians who are concerned about the role that technology companies play in restricting the free flow of information. On the other hand, there are politicians that are concerned about these... Read more on 7 Tech Stocks That Are Heating Up as Anti-Trust Talk Cools Down

7 Undervalued Stocks in an Overvalued Market

In June 2021 the investment firm, Bespoke Investments made this ominous pronouncement: “Investors simultaneously think the market is overvalued, but likely to keep climbing.” This statement was meant to be a warning to investors. However, investors have shown that they can be very resilient even as the major indices continue to reach new highs. So it would seem strange to be looking at a li... Read more on 7 Undervalued Stocks in an Overvalued Market

7 Travel Stocks to Buy as Summer Kicks Into High Gear

The last 18 months have created much uncertainty in the market. And it has been a catalyst for the gamification of stock trading. However, there was one prediction that looked like a good bet then and does even more so now. That prediction was that Americans would begin to travel en masse as soon as they possibly could. While America may not be back to a pre-pandemic normal, it’s much closer t... Read more on 7 Travel Stocks to Buy as Summer Kicks Into High Gear

7 Stocks to Buy That Will Benefit From Inflation

There are two narratives that are getting conflated when it comes to inflation. The first is whether or not inflation is occurring. And the second is whether inflation will get out of control. To the first point, the clear answer is absolutely. There are price increases in everything from commodities to semiconductor chips. And even though lumber prices have gone down it’s a good bet that many... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy That Will Benefit From Inflation

7 Retail Stocks to Buy After Strong Quarterly Earnings

Earnings season follows a predictable pattern. Bank stocks report first; then big tech stocks weigh in. And now, late in earnings season, we hear from the retail sector. Investors were expecting strong numbers and, for the most part, retailers delivered. However, for some retailers, this may become a “sell the news” event. That’s because on August 16, before the big-name retailers reported... Read more on 7 Retail Stocks to Buy After Strong Quarterly Earnings

7 Tech Stocks That Will Avoid Government Regulation

As if investing in the tech sector did not carry enough risk, there’s a new threat to the tech part of your portfolio. There is a growing sense that the United States Congress will seek to regulate some of the largest tech companies. At this point, it looks like several of the FAANG stocks (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, and Alphabet/Google) may be the initial targets. Some regulation, part... Read more on 7 Tech Stocks That Will Avoid Government Regulation

7 Reddit Stocks That Have a Chance to Be Special

As a conservative investor, I have a grudging admiration for the small army of retail traders that are making their dreams come true. I’m talking, of course, about the group of day traders who have made a habit of finding low-priced stocks (particularly those with high short interest) and attempting to send them “to the moon.” They are called meme stocks, casino stocks, or Reddit stocks (named ... Read more on 7 Reddit Stocks That Have a Chance to Be Special

7 Stocks to Buy Now and Avoid a Summer Swoon

Summer is generally a quiet time in the markets. Institutional investors, generally speaking, take some time away. In fact, that’s where the idiom “Sell in May and Go Away” comes from. But quiet doesn’t mean uneventful. The world still moves along even in the lazy months of summer. And at the moment, there are two conflicting views driving the market. One is the fear that everything’s a bub... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy Now and Avoid a Summer Swoon

7 Stocks That Would Make Great Graduation Gifts

Graduations are often seen as an ending. But they also have the potential to be an exciting new beginning. We may be biased, but we believe an ideal way to launch your graduate into the world is by helping them begin their investing education. And one way to help them do that is by having them invest in what they know. This current crop of graduates has never lived in a world without things li... Read more on 7 Stocks That Would Make Great Graduation Gifts

7 Retailers That Are Bucking the E-Commerce Trend

Once again it appears that the death of brick and mortar retail appears to be exaggerated. First-quarter earnings are showing that many retailers that rely on in-person traffic for a considerable chunk of their business are seeing a rebound in sales. And many are planning to open stores in 2021. This isn’t to say that e-commerce is going away. In fact, a common feature for many of these stocks... Read more on 7 Retailers That Are Bucking the E-Commerce Trend

7 Stocks That Can Help You Profit From Summer Shortages

One of the lingering impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic is the supply chain disruptions that continue to bedevil many sectors. By now, every investor is aware of the global chip shortage that is disrupting many sectors that were projected to have strong growth in 2021. But there are many more sectors that are being affected by supply chain disruptions. And this affects everything from big-ticket... Read more on 7 Stocks That Can Help You Profit From Summer Shortages

7 Stocks That Could Benefit From a Capital Gains Tax Hike

One thing every investor needs to learn is the effect of capital gains on their investments. Every time an investor sells a stock that has appreciated in value, that capital gain is subject to being taxed. Stocks that are held for less than a year pay a short-term capital gains tax rate. Stocks that are held for over a year pay a long-term capital gains tax rate. In general, a capital gains ta... Read more on 7 Stocks That Could Benefit From a Capital Gains Tax Hike

7 Cyclical Stocks That Can Help You Play Defense

A cyclical stock is one that produces returns that are influenced by macroeconomic or systematic changes in the broader economy. In strong economic times, these stocks show generally strong growth because they are influenced by discretionary consumer spending. Of course, that means the opposite is true as well. When the economy is weak, these stocks may pull back further than other stocks. Cyc... Read more on 7 Cyclical Stocks That Can Help You Play Defense

7 Forever Stocks That Are Never Bad to Buy

Investors thought 2021 would be a less volatile year. That narrative has run into some problems. Sure, all the major indexes are up for the year. And that’s despite the NASDAQ’s gut-wrenching 10% drop in March. But many investors don’t feel much like celebrating. In fact, many are concerned about the liquidity that continues to be pumped into the stock market. In 2020, the pandemic flooded the... Read more on 7 Forever Stocks That Are Never Bad to Buy

7 Stocks That Still Have Upside For Investors to Buy

It can be fun to invest in some speculative stocks. But it should go without saying that those stocks shouldn’t make up the bulk of your portfolio. In fact, it’s important to find a few good stocks that make up the base of your portfolio. These are momentum stocks that are in a strong uptrend. One way to find such stocks is to look at the most active stocks (or volume leaders). Shares of these ... Read more on 7 Stocks That Still Have Upside For Investors to Buy

7 Precious Metals Stocks That Will Keep Your Portfolio On Trend

The growing acceptance of cryptocurrency is beginning to make mainstream investors rethink their idea of “store of value.” The trendy possibilities of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and any of the dozens of altcoins that exist on the blockchain are trending like the latest fashion. However, the thing about fashion is that the more things change the more things stay the same. Just like the simple black dre... Read more on 7 Precious Metals Stocks That Will Keep Your Portfolio On Trend

7 Bellwether Stocks Signaling a Return to Normal

Bellwether stocks are considered to be leading indicators about the direction of the overall economy, a specific sector, or the broader market. They are predictive stocks in that investors can use the company’s earnings reports to gauge economic strength or weakness. The traditional definition of bellwether stocks brings to mind established, blue-chip companies. They are the home of mature bran... Read more on 7 Bellwether Stocks Signaling a Return to Normal

7 Electric Vehicle (EV) Stocks That Are Ready to Rebound

The electric vehicle (EV) sector was nearly as frothy as the “pandemic stocks” in 2020. It wasn’t that the EV sector was dormant during the Trump administration. But, as the saying goes, elections have consequences. And Wall Street understands they can make money in any administration. And as a bet that Joe Biden would win the presidency, electric vehicle stocks soared. For starters, the Bi... Read more on 7 Electric Vehicle (EV) Stocks That Are Ready to Rebound

7 Sports Betting Stocks That Will Shine Beyond March Madness

One of the many consequences of the novel coronavirus was the shutdown of live sports. For sports-minded individuals, one of the events that were missed the most was the NCAA Basketball Tournament affectionately known as March Madness. But in addition to missing the entertainment that sports provide, cities and states realized, if they didn’t already, that sports are an economic necessity. ... Read more on 7 Sports Betting Stocks That Will Shine Beyond March Madness

7 Stocks That Cathie Wood is Buying And You Should Too

If you’re an investor that likes to go with the “hot hand,” then they don’t get much hotter than Cathie Wood. The founder and CEO of ARK Investment Management delivered returns of over 100% in all five of her firm’s exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2020. The names of her funds showcase some of the hottest emerging growth trends in the market: financial technology (fintech), genomic revolution, ... Read more on 7 Stocks That Cathie Wood is Buying And You Should Too

7 Internet of Things Stocks That Are a Perfect Fit to Our Connected Future

When you say the Internet of Things (IoT) you may get different responses. I like to think of it broadly as being about connection. It’s about devices that can connect with each other, and with the internet. And this provides users with the solutions that are making our lives more convenient. The most basic, and ubiquitous, example of an IoT device is the smartphone that many of us have with us... Read more on 7 Internet of Things Stocks That Are a Perfect Fit to Our Connected Future

7 Semiconductor Stocks Set to Gain From the Chip Shortage

Who knew that something so tiny could create such a big problem? However, that’s the case with the semiconductor industry. Chip manufacturers are facing supply chain disruptions due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Semiconductors are in high demand for the big tech companies who need the chips to power the servers for their data centers. But they are also needed for much of the technology we take for... Read more on 7 Semiconductor Stocks Set to Gain From the Chip Shortage

7 Undervalued Stocks That Deserve More Attention

With the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) hitting new highs seemingly every day, it may seem like the wrong time to be looking at undervalued stocks. Or is it? From cannabis to cryptocurrencies, and let’s not forget electric vehicles the market seems to be blowing bubbles wherever you look. And that’s why now may be exactly the right time to zig while the market is sagging. And that means lo... Read more on 7 Undervalued Stocks That Deserve More Attention

7 Great Dividend Stocks to Buy For a Comfortable Retirement

There are people who will say the day of set it and forget it retirement accounts are over. But it’s a narrative we’ve heard before. The truth is the formula for saving for and enjoying a comfortable retirement, like the formula for weight loss, hasn’t really changed. A lot depends on whether an individual has the discipline to see it through. Dividend stocks remain one of the core elements of... Read more on 7 Great Dividend Stocks to Buy For a Comfortable Retirement

7 Penny Stocks That Don’t Care About Robinhood

By the time you read this Vladimir Tenev, the CEO of the trading app Robinhood, will be testifying in front of Congress. The company’s role in the GameStop (NYSE:GME) short squeeze will be called into question. However, the real issue at stake is the right of traders to buy and sell the equities of their choice. In the case of Robinhood, some traders are buying a lot of penny stocks. While def... Read more on 7 Penny Stocks That Don’t Care About Robinhood

7 Hotel Stocks Just Waiting For the Vaccine

Like any group of stocks related to travel and tourism, hotel stocks saw a steep drop in share prices in 2020. The leisure and hospitality sector that once had 15 million employees has lost 4 million jobs since February. Many major cities will be feeling the ripple effects of the Covid-19 pandemic for years. However, there is ample evidence that shows the pandemic may be coming to an end. The ... Read more on 7 Hotel Stocks Just Waiting For the Vaccine

7 Stocks to Watch When Student Debt Forgiveness Gets Passed

Now that the Biden administration is fully in charge, student debt forgiveness has moved to the front burner. Consider these numbers. There is an estimated $1.7 trillion in student debt. The average student carries approximately $30,000 in student loans. If $10,000 of student debt were to be canceled, there are estimates that one-third of borrowers (between 15 million to 16.3 million) would be... Read more on 7 Stocks to Watch When Student Debt Forgiveness Gets Passed

7 Healthcare Stocks Delivering Innovation in 2021

We all knew that traditional healthcare services were disrupted in 2020. The patient-doctor relationship went virtual. In the early months of the pandemic, many people in need of elective surgeries simply did not have that option available to them. And even local pharmacies took on a new e-commerce role as curbside pickup or home delivery of prescription medication became the norm. Not surprisi... Read more on 7 Healthcare Stocks Delivering Innovation in 2021

7 Low-Priced Dividend Stocks Under $10

The recent trading activity surrounding low-priced stocks like GameStop (NYSE:GME) is a reminder to investors of the high-risk nature involved with these stocks. Often when a stock trades for under $10 (also termed a penny stock), it is trading that low for a reason. The company may not be profitable, or in the case of GameStop, it finds itself with a business model that no longer fits with consum... Read more on 7 Low-Priced Dividend Stocks Under $10

7 Lithium Stocks That Will Power the Electric Vehicle Boom

Demand for lithium is set to increase exponentially in the next few years. In fact, according to Statista, demand for lithium may very well double to 820,000 tons in that time. Some of that demand will come from companies that are manufacturing the batteries that we use every day. For example, lithium is an essential component of the batteries that power our mobile devices. But the real growth... Read more on 7 Lithium Stocks That Will Power the Electric Vehicle Boom

7 Electric Vehicle (EV) Stocks That Have Real Juice

I’ll start with a disclaimer. You won’t see Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) or Nio (NYSE:NIO) on this list. And that’s not because I’m being contrarian. I just view Tesla and Nio as the known quantities in the electric vehicle sector. The goal of this presentation is to help you identify stocks that may be flying under your radar. Many EV stocks went public in 2020 via a special purpose acquisition company... Read more on 7 Electric Vehicle (EV) Stocks That Have Real Juice

7 Cryptocurrencies That Are Leading The Market Higher

An Influx Of Capital Is Driving Cryptocurrency Higher There is an influx of money to the cryptocurrency market that is driving the entire complex higher. Not only is institutional interest peaking but recognition and use are on the rise as well. With Bitcoin setting new all-time highs 100% above the 2017 highs the number of new Bitcoin millionaires is on the rise too. But Bitcoin is not the ... Read more on 7 Cryptocurrencies That Are Leading The Market Higher

7 Things You Need To Know About Cryptocurrency

The Cryptocurrency Market Is About To Boil Over The cryptocurrency was quiet for years, but it’s starting to boil over once again. With the price of Bitcoin up 550%, it certainly seems like the sky is the limit. Whether or not you choose to trade Bitcoin or any other cryptocurrency, it is important to understand what it is and the trends driving it. The bottom line, however, is that th... Read more on 7 Things You Need To Know About Cryptocurrency

7 Stocks to Support Your New Year’s Resolutions

After a year like 2020, many Americans figure that just getting to 2021 was enough. But for many people, the start of a new year still means making resolutions. And while many Americans are still waking up to Groundhog’s Day, there is hope that things will look dramatically different in September than they do right now. Some of the most popular resolutions include losing weight, exercising mor... Read more on 7 Stocks to Support Your New Year’s Resolutions

7 Stocks to Buy As Americans Receive Stimulus Checks

Millions of Americans will be receiving an additional $1,400 as part of the Biden stimulus plan after receiving $600 as part of the stimulus bill that President Trump back on December 27, 2020. Many already have. For many Americans, there is a definite plan for how that money will be spent. And the usual suspects like Walmart (NYSE:WMT) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) will likely continue to be busy. ... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy As Americans Receive Stimulus Checks

7 Stocks to Buy For the Gig Economy

Before the global pandemic, it was referred to as a side hustle—a way for some individuals to make a little extra money. However, as the pandemic has changed the nature of how we work, and as consumers how we spend, the gig economy has become an essential way of life for many workers. There is much that’s not known about the long-term effects of the pandemic. But if there’s one lesson we learn ... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy For the Gig Economy

7 Outdoor Recreation Stocks For Growth And Dividends

If American’s liked outdoor activities before, they love them even more now. The COVID-19 pandemic has done many things, and one of them is reinvigorating American’s love of the outdoors. Data from across the industry shows a sustained uptick in revenue that has the entire complex moving higher. The RV Industry Association, for example, reports shipments of RVs are up greater than 30% in 2020 a... Read more on 7 Outdoor Recreation Stocks For Growth And Dividends

7 Cloud Computing Stocks to Lift Your Portfolio to New Heights

Cloud computing sounds complicated, and it has become more sophisticated as it evolves. However, the basic idea behind the cloud is the same. The “cloud” is a euphemistic term for the delivery of different services via the internet. In its early days, the cloud was used exclusively for data storage. Here’s an easy example of why this was important. Back when the internet was cutting its teeth,... Read more on 7 Cloud Computing Stocks to Lift Your Portfolio to New Heights

7 Infrastructure Stocks That May Help Rebuild America

Despite their disagreements (real or imagined) on almost everything, Democrats and Republicans alike love infrastructure projects. These are easy wins for Congressional leaders seeking re-election. And they typically spur job creation, which contributes to economic growth. With that in mind, it’s ironic that, in the last four years, the United States Congress did not pass an infrastructure bil... Read more on 7 Infrastructure Stocks That May Help Rebuild America

7 Food Stocks That Are Leading Through Innovation

It might be easy to dismiss food stocks with so many restaurants still struggling to recover from the global pandemic. But food stocks are a broad category that includes not only the way food is consumed but the way it’s made. In 2020, sustainability and a focus on climate change continue to be important trends in this sector. Another trend to look at is the ability of companies to deliver foo... Read more on 7 Food Stocks That Are Leading Through Innovation

7 Entertainment Stocks That Are Still Delighting Investors

2020 has created a real-life movie script that many production companies could have only dreamed of. But that dream has been a nightmare for many of the world’s leading entertainment stocks. Movie theaters and live entertainment venues remain shut down. The words “pent-up demand” have never resonated more. Consumers are desperate for ways to be entertained. That may make it an odd time to consi... Read more on 7 Entertainment Stocks That Are Still Delighting Investors

7 Clean Energy Stocks With A Bright Future

The debate over renewable energy (i.e., clean energy) versus nonrenewable energy derived from fossil fuels was always going to come down to dollars and cents. Since 2016, things haven’t been easy for renewable energy companies. As the United States pushed towards energy independence, the Trump administration imposed tariffs on the industrial segments. The sector was subject to less favorable polic... Read more on 7 Clean Energy Stocks With A Bright Future

7 Marijuana Stocks Worth Speculating On

To say it’s been a rough two years for the cannabis industry is an understatement. Due to a combination of issues (including some self-inflicted wounds), the cannabis boom predicted in 2018 has not materialized. But that could be about to change. If Joe Biden wins the presidential election, it will likely be part of a “Blue Wave” that will bring Democratic party control of both houses of Congre... Read more on 7 Marijuana Stocks Worth Speculating On

7 Stocks It May Be Time To Take Profits On

Should you or shouldn’t you? Many investors are wondering if it’s time to take some profit. With so much uncertainty in the market, there can be a temptation to take your profits and run. That may or may not be a good strategy. It’s true there are some speculative stocks that are going up on nothing but faith, trust, and pixie dust. But there are other stocks that may still be good buys despite co... Read more on 7 Stocks It May Be Time To Take Profits On

7 Stocks to Buy For the Current Housing Boom

It’s been an uneven economic recovery to date. However, one area that is unquestionably booming is the housing market. But the interesting thing is that it took more than low mortgage rates to convince home buyers to take the plunge. What it took was a pandemic. Think I’m kidding? Look at the Housing Market Index (HMI). In September, the HMI posted a preliminary rating of 83. That’s a historica... Read more on 7 Stocks to Buy For the Current Housing Boom

7 Stocks That Could Provide a Year-End Rally

It’s rough in the markets right now. Underlying the volatility is uncertainty. The VIX Index (INDEXCBOE: VIX) otherwise known as the Fear Index is unofficial, but an eerily accurate predictor of market sentiment. And the VIX is up 30% in the last month. Is this uncertainty due to concerns over additional lockdown measures? Is it about the lack of additional coronavirus stimulus? Is the market ... Read more on 7 Stocks That Could Provide a Year-End Rally

8 Stocks That Robinhood Investors Got Right

The online investing app Robinhood has been a clear pandemic winner. As more Americans were forced to work from home, many made the decision to begin testing their investing skills by trading stocks. Robinhood appeals to millennial and/or novice investors for several reasons. First, the app makes it fun. You might say it “gamefies” stock trading. With commission-free trades, investors have an ince... Read more on 8 Stocks That Robinhood Investors Got Right

7 Tech Stocks To Buy On Sale

This too shall pass. Those four words should be taped to the computer screen of every investor. If you own shares of the tech sector, you’ve seen your portfolio take quite a hit. Tech stocks were largely immune from the effects of the pandemic. However, as investors are looking to rebalance their portfolios, tech stocks were obvious targets for some profit-taking. And at the end of the day, th... Read more on 7 Tech Stocks To Buy On Sale

7 Stocks That Will Help You Forget About the Fed

Normally when the Federal Reserve (i.e. the Fed) makes an announcement, the market reacts predictably. That’s due, in large part, to the nature of what the Fed normally announces. Will interest rates go up, down, or remain unchanged? And for their part, the markets have a pretty good idea what the Fed will do before they do it. But the Fed’s announcement of August 26 was a little different. Th... Read more on 7 Stocks That Will Help You Forget About the Fed

7 Retail Stocks That Defied The Pandemic

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, there was no reason to think a retailer, any retailer, would be able to come out alive. After all, the economy looked at a month or more of shut-down, and most retailers survive on a thread of profits. Most analysts failed to consider the health of the economy going into the pandemic and what that meant for spending power. The U.S. economy was on the brink of ... Read more on 7 Retail Stocks That Defied The Pandemic

7 Transportation Stocks You Can’t Ignore

There is a situation developing in the U.S. that will drive revenue and profits for the transportation industry for many years to come. It started to develop with the pandemic, began to grow when the recession was less than expected, and was later compounded by an economic rebound that is much stronger than expected. When the pandemic struck and lock-downs took effect manufacturers shuttered th... Read more on 7 Transportation Stocks You Can’t Ignore

7 Stocks That Don’t Care Who Wins the Election

Many investors confuse volatility in an election year with the market performance during an election year. Historically, investors don’t care all that much who wins the election. Historical evidence shows that the market will rise after a Republican wins and dip after a Democrat wins. But that same evidence suggests that those trends flip in the first year of a presidency. It just proves that ... Read more on 7 Stocks That Don’t Care Who Wins the Election

7 Semiconductor Stocks to Power Your Portfolio

Semiconductor stocks are thought of as cyclical stocks. However as technology continues to evolve, the cycles for semiconductors have become almost indiscernible. And for the last 18 months, semiconductor stocks have been some of the most volatile stocks. But the iShares PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:SOXX) is up nearly 17% (16.8%) in 2020. That far outpaces the S&P 500. And this is on the hee... Read more on 7 Semiconductor Stocks to Power Your Portfolio

7 Gold Stocks to Buy Before the Fed Changes Its Mind

Just when investors thought that the price of gold couldn’t go any higher, the Federal Reserve added fuel to the fire. On July 29, the Fed said there was not sufficient evidence of an economic recovery to warrant changing their current policies. Not only does that mean that interest rates will stay at or nor zero, but that the Fed may initiate other actions as well. In his statement after the Fe... Read more on 7 Gold Stocks to Buy Before the Fed Changes Its Mind

8 Consumer Staples Stocks That Offer Good Value

Chances are you’ve been spending more time at home than usual. You may also be spending more of your budget on some creature comforts that might normally make it on your shopping list. These are the consumer staples that you rely on every day. And that’s what makes the consumer staples one of the most interesting sectors for investors. For starters, consumer staples are defensive stocks. Th... Read more on 8 Consumer Staples Stocks That Offer Good Value

6 Stocks Riding the Coattails of Nikola Motor

Since its initial public offering on June 4, shares of Nikola (NASDAQ: NKLA) have surged over 130%. NKLA stock has cooled down since then and is now trading at just over a 60% premium from its IPO price of $34 per share. Nikola isn’t alone. The entire electric vehicle (EV) market is on a tear. In addition to the surge in Nikola stock, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock is up over 93%, and Nio (NYSE: NI... Read more on 6 Stocks Riding the Coattails of Nikola Motor

8 Artificial Intelligence Stocks That Will Make You Feel Like a Smart Investor

In 2018, it was cannabis. In 2019, it was 5G. And yet, before either of those trends, artificial intelligence (or AI) was growing relentlessly and undeniably. Artificial intelligence stems from the simple fact that computers are getting smarter. And they are being designed to process information faster. The words “machine learning” are being used to summarize the creation of algorithms, freed ... Read more on 8 Artificial Intelligence Stocks That Will Make You Feel Like a Smart Investor