Dividend stocks to buy and hold for decades aren’t quite as sexy as the latest growth stock trend. But they make up an important part of a balanced portfolio, particularly for those investors who don’t want to take on much risk. In the current environment, finding high-quality dividend stocks is a challenge — everyone’s scrapping for
The future of vehicles is electric, and many EV stocks are innovating and developing cutting-edge technologies to lead the way in this high-growth sector. Of course, 2022 wasn’t the year for this sector. After a rip-roaring 2021, most EV stocks have since settled down to more subdued levels. One could argue that such a move
Gaming stocks have taken center stage with the evolution of gaming from a niche hobby to a mainstream phenomenon. With impressive price tags attached to video games, it’s no wonder investors are always on the lookout for the best gaming stocks with huge growth potential. Today’s leading gaming businesses are pushing the boundaries of hardware
Todd Bunton, CFA, Growth & Income Stock Strategist at Zacks Investment Research, discusses a stock that might be worth a closer look by investors: Medical Properties Trust (MPW). This real estate investment trust (REIT) owns healthcare facilities across the United States and in Europe and generates solid, stable income. Recently, consensus earnings estimates have been
With the risk-on trade back in 2023, many investors have switched from playing defense to offense. In other words, they aren’t just looking to protect their portfolios; they are on the hunt for stocks and cryptos that could make them rich. While economic uncertainty remains, growth investors have done well buying the dips. Indeed, many
It’s my turn here at InvestorPlace.com to write about buying cheap stocks. Last summer, I wrote two pieces about cheap stocks. The first in June was 7 Cheap Stocks Under $20 That Could Double Soon. The second in August was 7 Cheap Stocks That Could Increase 10X by 2027. In the former article, the stocks selected had the following three
The current up-and-down market is likely testing some investors’ patience, but those looking for the best stocks for long-term growth and the best cryptos for long-term growth must be able to tune out some of the short-term noise. A period of economic weakness may be on the horizon. If the United States enters a recession
There’s no question that tech stocks have been the top performing stocks so far in 2023. This explains why, at 16.4%, the Nasdaq has so handedly outperformed the S&P 500’s return of 8.1%, as well as the other major US stock indices. Leading the charge was Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and its 88.9% return. It was followed
Shares of Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) spiked 25% on Friday morning after the firm filed an SEC form announcing a new battery partnership. The “HUGE” battery advancement news was previously reported in a company press release. Short sellers would immediately sense an opportunity. According to data from Fintel.io, the number of shares available to sell short dropped
SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is a bank, but we might also think it of as a technology company. Even if you’re purposely avoiding financial sector stocks, SOFI stock could still deserve a place on your watch list. That’s because SoFi Technologies can secure its place as a fintech standout by protecting its customers during these uncertain times.
For the past few months, Wall Street has been focused on cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI). Companies in these sectors have seen their share prices rise substantially, even with slowing or sometimes negative growth, due to speculation about what AI could do in the future. While I certainly agree that AI could change a
In this article FDS Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Tide, a laundry detergent owned by the Procter & Gamble company, is seen on a store shelf on October 20, 2020 in Miami, Florida. Joe Raedle | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. CSX – The transportation stock jumped 3.7%
Interestingly, Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) is generally favored by Wall Street’s experts even while PLUG stock can’t seem to get off the ground. Are investors missing out on a great opportunity? I’d say so, as Plug Power’s gigantic green hydrogen production facility could prove to be a major revenue generator. To be honest, it requires faith and
This year, household goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ:BBBY) faces substantial financial problems, and BBBY stock investors are deep underwater. Granted, the company hasn’t officially declared a Chapter 11 filing. However, it’s probably only a matter of time before Bed Bath & Beyond spirals into bankruptcy. So, if you’re a current shareholder, consider hitting the
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In this photo illustration a Procter and Gamble logo seen displayed on a smartphone with stock market percentages in the background. Omar Marques | Lightrocket | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Procter & Gamble Company – Shares gained about 1.5% in the premarket after the consumer goods giant’s earnings
Has Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock gone too far, too fast in 2023? Not at all, as companies like Nvidia always seem to find new ways to deliver value to the end users and shareholders. Nvidia is still a pioneer in gaming hardware, but there’s more to the company’s growth story. Prepare for Nvidia to embed innovative technology
It used to be that if you were looking to get ideas about defensive stocks to buy, you would focus on the holdings of consumer staples exchange-traded funds. Today, however, there are many more ETF options available. One option is low-volatility funds. They are designed to lag the market slightly when things are going well,
Electric vehicle stocks have emerged as the world transitions towards cleaner and more sustainable energy. While industry giants like Tesla and Nio dominate the space, many smaller companies are worth considering for your portfolio. Investing in these EV stocks with high growth potential can offer significant returns in the long term. As governments worldwide implement
One sector that’s seemingly been for dead in 2022 has been hyper-growth stocks. As the Federal Reserve began an interest rate hiking cycle, valuations came down, across the board. However, for companies with earnings expected in further out years, this has dented valuations more considerably. For those who haven’t noticed, the bond market has priced