Following July’s market peak, stocks face significant pressure with 10-year Treasury yields at levels unseen since the financial crisis. Consequently, investors have a higher-yield, lower-risk alternative than dividends. Nevertheless, dividend stocks prove more rewarding over time, especially dividend growth stocks that bring increased dividends and capital growth.  Select stocks boost dividends yearly as profits rise.

Many investors who are fearing the worst are starting to fortify their portfolios with recession-proof stocks. Historically, recessionary periods tend to see the stock market slide as businesses struggle against rising costs and skittish consumers. But it’s worth noting that not all businesses feel the pain of a recession equally. Some are more insulated than

In the grand tapestry of the investment world, one thread that continues to shine is biotech stocks to buy and hold. It’s no secret that delving into biotech investments can be incredibly challenging, even when zeroing in on established firms with market-ready drugs and expansive research and development pipelines. In this arena, you’re not merely

The airline industry has been one of the hardest hit sectors by the COVID-19 pandemic, as travel restrictions and lockdowns severely reduced the demand for air travel. Many airlines suffered huge losses, cut costs, laid off staff and sought government support to survive the crisis. Since then, as countries across the globe pursued reopening efforts,

The United States economy added 187,000 new jobs last month, and this is accompanied by an unexpected rise in the unemployment rate to 3.8% . This in turn raises the odds for the soft landing that the Federal Reserve wanted. In addition, labor force participation increased and earnings growth slowed. This shows a positive outlook

Experts and investors are bullish on U.S. stocks at this point. For example, multi-billionaire Ken Fisher recently called on investors to avoid selling their stocks. In fact, he says, “Bull markets typically have a long way to run after breakeven points—often with big returns.”  Fundstrat’s Tom Lee said the August jobs report was “supportive of

It is true that the metaverse may seem something new for this time, even in its initial stages. But like artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrencies, the metaverse is here to stay. In order to make the most of this growing space, we must understand and study it as users of its technology and as investors.

With its boundless potential, solar power remains at the forefront of renewable energy sources, tapping into the sun’s infinite reserves to illuminate homes, electrify businesses, and drive our vehicles forward. Aside from the obvious benefits, solar power shines in its capacity to spark economic growth and job creation. Recognizing its worth, governments across the globe

As you become more sophisticated in your investing journey, you’ll want to pay closer attention to unusual options activity stocks. To briefly explain, options represent a contract that gives the holder the right – but not the obligation – to buy or sell the underlying security (or asset) at the specified strike price on or

When it comes to growth stocks, the rally can be ferocious. And while we are not in the euphoria of 2021 when stocks delivered multi-bagger returns in a matter of weeks, there are dozens of growth stocks that have surged over 100% in a matter of few months. For example, Miniso Group (NYSE:MNSO) stock is

Blockchain technology is being adopted by many of the best-known stocks and firms. At its core, the blockchain is simply a publicly distributed digital ledger allowing the recording of transactions in an unalterable way. The technology is fundamentally associated with the emergence of cryptocurrency — a polarizing market in general. However, blockchain promises to increase

The green hydrogen boom holds substantial potential. In fact, according to analysts at Strategic Market Research, the market could be worth $75.72 billion by 2030. By 2050, analysts at Deloitte say it could be worth $1.4 trillion by 2050. All of which could have a big impact on the hydrogen stocks we’ll mention below. Deloitte explains that