Stocks to sell

The tech sector has been an area of strength for many years. It’s propelled the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite to new heights. However, there are some tech stocks that don’t have enticing growth prospects anymore.  Generating returns in the stock market isn’t just about which stocks you buy. It’s also about which stocks

GameStop (NYSE:GME) is the original meme stock, surging to incredible levels in previous meme stock mania bubbles. This stock is down considerably from its 2021 highs, but has also seen its fair share of surges. In fact, GameStop stock is actually up 19% on a year-to-date basis. That said, despite its recent moves higher and

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock is not having the best 2024. With macroeconomic developments like the global carry trade and a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) demand adding to the pressure, shares are down 20%. Furthermore, because of the dramatic pricing reduction, Tesla’s vehiclesᅳincluding the Model Yᅳhave lowered profit margins. Experts believe that despite the year-to-date decline,

In recent years, real estate investment trusts (REITs) have underperformed the broader market by a wide margin, primarily due to elevated interest rates. High interest rates exert significant pressure on REIT share prices for several reasons. Firstly, REITs rely partially on debt to finance their growth, and higher interest rates translate to increased interest expenses,

The invention of clean energy has given many hope that it could be a future solution to nonrenewable energy sources and less pollutant energy production. Yet, the reality remains that each year the federal government spends billions of dollars to subsidize the industry. As a result, many of the profits revenues reported by the big,

Down nearly 30% from its recent high, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is an EV giant that clearly faces a myriad of challenges in this current environment. The company’s status as a growth stock, with what seemed to be a multi-decade-long potential 50%+ growth profile ahead, is one that’s been called into question. Simply put, rising borrowing costs

Monday’s sudden market crash disrupted investor sentiment. However, growing recession fears have investors pondering which stocks to sell in anticipation of a potential rotation into the Dow Jones. In July, investors were concerned that tech stocks had peaked after riding high on artificial intelligence (AI) developments. Some stocks were sold into more stable options concentrated

Dividend stocks are one of the best investments you can make. Companies that reward their shareholders with regular, growing payments can help to set you up for a comfortable retirement quickly. Yet not all dividend stocks are made equal. Sometimes company financials have deteriorated to the point where it has no business paying a dividend,

The Federal Reserve appears set to begin cutting interest rates in September. In fact, the cuts may be rather aggressive, with some traders starting to bet on 50 rather than 25 basis point cuts to try to support the job market. At first glance, this might seem like good news for financial stocks. After all,

On the heels of the recent release of a weak jobs report, now may be the time to figure out what are the consumer discretionary stocks to sell. Sure, economists and pundits may argue that this latest jobs report is not necessarily a sign of a looming U.S. recession. Still, you may want to err

The term “blue chip” tends to conjure images of stability and trust. But, not all companies in this category are performing well enough to justify a long-term position. Pair this reality with the broader rout currently rocking global markets and knowing which blue-chip stocks to sell becomes a must. Beyond the traditional quarterly metrics like

As the augmented reality (AR) market continues to evolve, excitement around its potential has led to inflated valuations for several stocks within the sector. However, the reality of technological integration and consumer adoption has not kept pace with investor expectations. This mismatch is particularly problematic as AR firms struggle with the complexities of refining AR

The U.S. presidential election is heating up. We’re less than 100 days away from the big vote now. The decision by Democrats to swap President Joe Biden for Vice President Kamala Harris has shaken up the race and seemingly given the party momentum, at least judging from current polling. Markets have gotten rocky over the

The stock market has enjoyed a nice rally for most of 2024 after a strong recovery in 2023. However, equities are showing some weakness, with many tech companies in the middle of corrections. Discouraging jobs data and the upcoming U.S. election are two catalysts for recent declines.  It’s times like these when investors shouldn’t panic

As the markets continue to change and more economic indicators cross their yield, signaling turbulence ahead, it is time to review your investment portfolio. Due to bad conditions, it may be a good idea to reassess holdings in communication, technology, and consumer discretionary sectors. Despite all the recent clutter on AI and other innovations, technology

For investors, one of the most attractive aspects of biotech stocks is their ability to increase in value in a short period of time quickly. After all, it only takes one major breakthrough in clinical trials or a Food and Drug Administration approval to rush a stock into the headlines rapidly. Yet, as quickly as

Although meme stock mania settled down after Roaring Kitty woke the internet chatroom favorites from their slumber, it doesn’t mean these stocks still don’t have a large, passionate following. The so-called apes just haven’t been able to circle the wagons again around the biggest names to drive their shares higher. Many popular meme stocks still

Microchip giant Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) just delivered one of the worst quarterly financial results ever, sending Intel stock plummeting. The company’s share price plunged 26% in one day and registered its worst performance in 50 years. Intel stock is now trading at its lowest level since 2013. The earnings report was so bad that Intel dragged

The conflict in the Middle East is only getting worse. After an attack on Israel last week and a subsequent attack on Lebanese leaders, both in Lebanon and Iran, tensions have definitely risen. Antony Blinken, the Secretary of State, has indicated that Iran is likely to strike back within the next 24-48 hours. While the

The potential for marijuana legalization in the U.S. generated a lot of excitement in the cannabis industry. The rescheduling of the drug from a Schedule I controlled dangerous substance to a Schedule III drug was a big step forward. But despite promises from politicians, legalization is still no closer to happening. Marijuana companies really don’t