Second-quarter earnings continue and, so far, the results have been pretty good, but there are some stocks to dump because they didn’t pull their weight. According to FactSet, 80% of companies listed on the benchmark S&P 500 index have reported better than expected earnings per share, and 64% have reported revenue that was higher than
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Healthcare stocks are generally thought of as safe or even recession-proof investments. This is because the underlying companies provide essential products and services that are required no matter what the broader economy is doing. While they may not offer the most exciting returns, they are usually considered to be solid long-term performers. That said, there
Since May, shares in C3.ai (NYSE:AI) have again become highly popular with stock market speculators. During this time frame, AI stock has doubled in price, from $20 to $40 per share. With shares in the artificial intelligence and machine learning software company making such a big move over such a short time frame, it’s easy
Not long ago, we warned investors about the problems facing electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID). Even if LCID stock catches a bid now and then, we’re still assigning it a “D” grade and a cautious outlook. Interestingly, Norway-based financial institution DNB Asset Management doubled its share position in Lucid Group. Does this mean you should go all-in
Pursuing wealth in capital markets always carries its share of volatility, and space stocks present a compelling opportunity for the risk-taker. This relatively new and unpredictable segment is catching the eye of many investors, particularly those looking for sectors with the potential for astronomical growth. A few stocks within the space sector could skyrocket to
Investors should have been looking at travel stocks to buy over the last few months, given the move we’ve seen in this group. Whether there’s a recession coming or not, consumers don’t seem to be worried. In fact, the only thing they seem worried about is missing their flight. Stocks for airlines, hotels, cruises, travel
It’s time to buy battery stocks. With the world going green, we’re seeing a massive shift to electric vehicles. Coupled with government incentives, stricter emissions regulations, advancements in technology, and global leaders demanding millions of EVs in the next decade, anything EV-related has been explosive. That includes demand for electric vehicle batteries. “As the global
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Let’s take a look at some of the top AI stocks in August 2023. For the most part, the average investor is familiar with the major names in the sector, such as Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT). All thanks to their pioneering efforts in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. And while both
While passive income offers an essential backstop for your portfolio, you shouldn’t overpay for the privilege, which brings us to cheap dividend stocks for smart investors. Perhaps due to the unusual circumstances of the post-pandemic environment, you’ll be surprised at the deals you can grab. For example, artificial intelligence has become one of the hottest
With the digital innovation space kicking into high gear with advancements such as artificial intelligence, it might pay off to consider strong buy tech stocks. By definition, these enterprises represent publicly traded technology firms that enjoy a strong buy consensus view – or the equivalent. To be fair, if you’re looking to load up on
While growth stocks have come back into favor this year, there are a number of growth stocks down 20% or more from their 2023 highs. While some might see this as a red flag, astute investors recognize it as a potential opportunity. Growth stocks often carry a premium price tag, and that’s certainly the case
Quite frankly, the best $1 stocks to buy now are only for people with “stupid” money. By that, I mean you’re swimming so deeply in green-tinted paper that you need to lose some of that cash, just to feel alive again. Otherwise, let the editor-in-chief be furious with me – you don’t want to touch
Real estate stocks are forming the perfect storm. First, the pandemic greatly reduced society’s desire to use various kinds of commercial real estate. Second, soaring interest rates have made it far more difficult for leveraged real estate owners to make good on their interest payments and debt refinances. Some firms will get through the disruption
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Most investors are familiar with the notion that focusing on time in the market rather than timing the market is the best strategy. That applies to the EV stocks mentioned in this article as well. However, timing is also important, and these stocks are priced attractively at the moment. That means it’s a good time
It’s been a tough year for banks and the financial services industry, primarily from the implosion of several regional lenders that resulted in government takeovers. Year to date, the S&P Banks Select Industry Index is down 7%. That compares to a 20% increase in the benchmark S&P 500 index. While the share prices of smaller
For all the focus on Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Advanced Micro Devices’ (NASDAQ:AMD) strategy in the AI space is steadily gaining momentum. While it has yet to benefit significantly from its high-end AI accelerators, the company is set to ship these in Q4. Moreover, large-scale cloud service providers have been considering these accelerators as alternatives to Nvidia.
The Metaverse stands out as a progressive frontier, and the boundless and immersive virtual universe continues to gain momentum. Savvy investors are eagerly seeking the following big players set to revolutionize this new era of interconnectedness. This article lists three under-the-radar Metaverse stocks quietly making waves in the industry. The first one has been on a
Medical stocks, in general, aren’t enjoying the market-wide reversal we’re seeing in the back half of 2023. The Morningstar US Healthcare Index, which measures a range of biotech, pharma, medical device and healthcare facility companies, has returned less than 1% since January. Compare that performance to the S&P 500’s rapid mid-March reversal and 20% jump