A February article from Bloomberg about Stark Bank, the Jeff Bezos-backed startup, got me thinking about Latin American fintech stocks. There are plenty of options in this arena. According to Bloomberg, Stark handled $31 billion in payments in 2023, three times more than a year earlier. At the same time, it doubled its net income
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Many agricultural stocks are looking upward to vertical farming to expand their market share and income opportunities. Vertical farming describes a range of techniques that, rather than letting produce and plants grow across the ground, create tiered or towered platforms to grow upward. As food scarcity increases alongside tighter living conditions, vertical farming is emerging
With the S&P500 practically at all-time highs, it’s no understatement to say that the stock market is booming. From AI to consumer goods, many industries are reporting favorable earnings growth at the moment, thus driving the market higher and higher up. However, as investors, it’s always great to take a step back and consider things
As the world continues to think in green, investors keep an eye on hot hydrogen stocks as part of their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The current market size is around $242 billion and some on Wall Street believe it could turn into as much as an $11.7 trillion market by 2050. Why? Hydrogen
While precious resource investments tend to coalesce around gold and silver, the real assets to focus on are water stocks. The aforementioned metals are critical to advanced industries, no doubt about it. But we cannot live without water. Indeed, rising concerns exist that the conflicts of tomorrow will center on water rights and access. Given
Timing the market is difficult due to the competitive nature of the financial markets. Therefore, taking a step back and investing in passive gains is the way to go for many. In fact, excess trading often complicates matters as issues such as taxation, trading costs, and ever-changing portfolio risk measures enter the fray. Although passive
The peak for investing in EV stocks is far into the future, thus making these companies potentially lucrative investment options for discerning investors. Not only do these companies trade at attractive valuations, but robust free cash flow projections support their long-term outlooks, and many of them are gearing up for short-term profitability as well. EV
Post-earnings tech stocks are our topic for today. As the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 has surged more than 5% year-to-date (YTD), investors are rigorously assessing companies with accelerated growth potential that may see a surge in price following recent earnings announcements. Market sentiment favors businesses demonstrating a clear capacity to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for competitive advantage
Three quantum computing stocks could realistically turn a $100,000 investment into a seven-figure sum this year. The quantum computing industry is still very young. Many companies trade at depressed valuations, potentially undervalued in proportion to their growth prospects. Entering into the industry while it’s still early poses significant risks and uncertainties, but overall, I feel
The tech giants frequently capture the headlines and drive the stock market to new highs. The S&P 500 has approximately 30% of its total portfolio allocated toward the Magnificent Seven growth stocks. It’s no wonder those seven stocks influence the stock market to such a high degree. However, there are many up-and-coming media mavericks that have the potential to
In entertainment, three turnaround stocks listed here orchestrate a revival symphony. These titans may reshape their long-term investment potential amid macroeconomic uncertainties by igniting a historic turnaround. From the first one’s ingenious content strategies to the second one’s bold lead into direct-to-consumer (D2C) expansion and the third one’s multifaceted approach to revenue generation, each company
Each of these hidden penny stock gems have the potential to provide triple digit growth to investors. Investors are forever on the lookout for Investments that can turn $1 into $2 or more. That is precisely the potential that the stocks below offer to investors. The firms discussed below are also relatively unknown and are
Wall Street has correctly recognized that artificial intelligence (AI) is a game-changer. It enables individuals to use computers more easily than ever before to find the best answers to complex questions. Additionally, AI allows companies to become more productive and profitable by reducing their labor costs. This is because AI can perform some tasks once
As uncertainty hangs over the economy, many investors are looking for shelter in reliable places. So, the steady demand for household basics like food, beverages, and personal care products reinforces the consumer staples industry. In times like these, they a go-to for those worried about weathering the storm. Therefore, investors appreciate consumer staples like food
The U.S. stock market started the year with an unusual divergence, suggesting overhyped stocks. The S&P 500 hit an all-time high level at 7.3% year-to-date (YTD) rise. And the Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index (LEI) shows market headwinds, having contracted by 3% from July 2023 to the end of January 2024. Although not outright pointing
Tech stocks appear to be a no-lose bet in this market. But you would be wrong if you think you can pick up any tech stock and enjoy your gains. There are, unfortunately, plenty of F-rated tech stocks of which you need to give a wide berth. True, the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite continues to outperform
The robotaxi industry looks like it has more legs than the electric vehicle (EV) market at this point. Where EV sales are falling and the companies producing them are in decline or failing, the electric vertical take and landing (eVTOL) industry is ramping up. Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) looks every bit the industry leader it is.
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has proven that it is the king of chip stocks over the last 12 months. During that period, prices of the stock have roughly tripled. They’ve more than quadrupled since the beginning of 2023. Investors are naturally interested to understand which other chip stocks harbor similar potential. Luckily investors don’t have to look
In the last one month, Carvana (NYSE:CVNA) stock has surged by 77%. Also, over a 12-month period, CVNA stock returns have been a whopping 700%. Speculative stock surges can surprise with multibagger returns at the blink of an eye. In my view, there are several speculative stocks that are positioned for a breakout rally in
Over the past few months, we’ve seen intense focus on the so-called “Magnificent 7” stocks. Indeed, this select group of high-flyers has been in focus for good reason. Their meteoric rises seem to know no bounds. However, not all Magnificent 7 stocks are created equal. While some may slump back to valuation multiples near their