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2024 could easily turn into the year that value stocks come out on top. Though “official” numbers say differently, there’s a clear sense of unease as tech-heavy indices soar to all-time highs despite wide-ranging layoffs pointing to troubled economic conditions. To be fair, the best growth companies adapted to higher interest rates and right-sized operations

Whenever the discussion pivots to stocks to buy for long-term growth, invariably, the “accretive” technology sector garners a tremendous amount of the spotlight. By accretive, I’m referring to solutions that forward productivity, such as artificial intelligence or electric vehicles. However, many other sectors warrant consideration, especially if we’re going to extend the timeline. In particular,

The Federal Reserve is expected to announce lower rates during its March meeting. That March FOMC meeting takes place over a two-day span from March 19th to the 20th. During this time, it can be hard to find stocks to buy. However, these ones are certainly worth considering grabbing beforehand. The stock market should rally on

When the topic of tech stocks comes up, chances are, you’re not really thinking about any underlying dividends. Instead, the top innovators generally tend to be capital-gains-oriented investments. Usually, that’s by design. Companies like Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) need to constantly reinvest their earnings into the business for future advancements or expansions. Still,

One of the best reasons to invest in dividend stocks is how well they hold up when the stock market falls. Whether it’s a correction, a bear market, a recession, a depression or a full-on market crash, dividend-paying stocks outperform non-payers by a wide margin. The asset managers at Hartford Funds looked at the performance

For those income investors looking to reduce their tax burdens, here are some tax-efficient picks for 2024. If you weren’t aware, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are generally exempt from corporate income taxes, and their high dividends can be classified as ordinary income, capital gains, or return of capital, each with different tax implications.  Master

Software-as-a-service companies are known for their explosive revenue growth. Given the ongoing migration from on-premise to the cloud, these revenue trends are sustainable. Below are some of the best SaaS stocks to buy and hold. According to Orlando Bravo, one of the most successful technology investors, software is the best business in the world. The

Quantum computing stocks emerged as a booming growth sector at the back-end of last year. Over the past six months, the Defiance Quantum ETF (NYSEARCA:QTUM), focused on quantum computing, rose by 8%, outperforming the S&P 500’s 7% return, highlighting the sector’s robust market performance. This sector, harnessing decades of research, leverages quantum mechanics to eclipse

Flying car stocks could be the next big moneymaker for investors. We already know the flying car market could be worth about $215.5 billion by 2025, according to Allied Market Research. By 2035, it could be worth well over $3.8 billion. And by 2040, we could be looking at a massive $1.5 trillion market, even $2.9

Recent data suggests a positive shift in the future of the U.S. economy, with Americans expressing increased confidence in economic conditions. Expectations include a descent in inflation and anticipated moderation in interest rates. The recovering consumer sentiment could benefit President Biden’s chances for re-election, offering optimism amid a strong job market, moderate gas prices and

By many metrics, we’re already in a bull market. Stocks have reached new all-time highs in most indices, with investors focused on S&P 500 returns cheering a return to new highs. In this period called the “Usain Bolt” era, stocks return to posting new records on a seemingly daily basis. That’s great for investors, as

The NFL playoffs are down to the final four teams: Kansas City and Baltimore in the AFC and Detroit and San Francisco in the NFC. That’s got me thinking about Super Bowl stocks.  Before I get into my three Super Bowl stock picks, I must explain what a Super Bowl stock pick is. Most investors,

The robotics sector is on the brink of an extraordinary boom, with MarketsandMarkets projecting its value to skyrocket from $17.0 billion in 2023 to $32.5 billion by 2028. This steep ascent is just the beginning. Clearly, these numbers vividly illustrate that robotics stocks are becoming a magnet for forward-thinking investors. Moreover, robotics transcends mere technological

Dividend investing is a slow and steady path to financial wealth. Investors can accumulate dividend stocks and receive higher payouts every quarter. Dividend reinvestments and hikes aid dividend income goals, but you have to pick the right stocks to maximize your gains. Some investors pursue stocks with higher yields that don’t grow as rapidly as