Global renewable energy investments are accelerating at a stellar pace. The International Energy Agency estimates that renewable energy addition will swell by 107GW in 2023, which is the largest absolute increase ever. I expect positive industry tailwinds to sustain as governments globally are pushing for cleaner source of energy. It’s therefore a good time to
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Barron’s recently published an article discussing the promise of small-cap funds heading into 2024. The rationale behind the thinking is that it’s possible any recession next year will be a small one. Small and micro-cap stocks do poorly in extended recessions. It’s hard to know what’s going to happen next week, let alone next year.
AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) stock trounced Wall Street’s expectations in the third quarter. Moviegoers hit the theaters in droves as Barbie and Oppenheimer wowed audiences. AMC attendance was up 38% from the year-ago period pushing revenue to $1.4 billion. That was 45% above last year and nearly 12% better than Wall Street’s expectation of $1.3 billion.
The stock market’s rebound is offering plenty of bargains for investors hunting for value. When the market declined for three consecutive months from August to October, investors saw stock prices and valuations pushed down. Also, the gains seen in the market this year have been concentrated in a handful of mega-cap technology stocks. Most of
The U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market is slowing, but demand remains upbeat elsewhere around the world. That means EV batteries have a strong tailwind at their back. China ended EV subsidies last year, which analysts thought would kill the market. Instead, China reported record EV sales in October. Local governments continued supporting the industry, which
In the tumultuous sea of the stock market, navigating waves of uncertainty often demands a keen eye for resilient investment opportunities. Amid market dips and fluctuations, strategic choices can be the life raft that keeps portfolios afloat. From tech innovators showcasing diversified market traction to entertainment giants leveraging strategic partnerships, each company embodies strengths that
Looking for undervalued tech stocks to buy now? At first, it might seem challenging as the Nasdaq Composite keeps sprinting toward new highs. There is no shortage of tech and growth companies selling at inflated P/E multiples today. But, for bargain hunters, there are some real opportunities in the tech stock space. You just have to know
While the market is rebounding in November, with the S&P 500 up more than 5%, many great stocks continue to be battered and bruised. This mostly has to do with earnings reports. Companies that post better-than-expected financial results and offer bullish guidance are seeing their share prices soar, while companies that disappoint are seeing their
Once the post-COVID boom faded, many high-flying tech stocks plummeted, potentially creating opportunities for growth investors looking to position their portfolios for substantial gains. In my view, select beaten-down tech companies appear primed for massive upside if bought before the impending recovery. Of course, timing the bottom involves substantial risk, given the ongoing market turbulence.
Some of Google and YouTube parent company Alphabet’s (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) critics might claim that Alphabet is still playing catch-up in the generative artificial intelligence (AI) arms race. Yet, GOOG stock investors shouldn’t worry too much. Alphabet is relentlessly pushing the gen-AI envelope with new and upgraded products on a global scale. Like it or not, generative AI is
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock has been under quite the spell in recent weeks. However, a turnaround seems to have started as more investors realize the long-term potential with this industry-leading EV giant. Of course, we must address the elephant in the room first. Elon Musk’s latest earnings call was not the best for Tesla shareholders. To
Investing directly in real estate properties requires a large amount of capital and many other resources that most average investors cannot access. But, for investors looking to gain exposure to the real estate market and the many benefits of real estate investing, REITs (real estate investment trusts) are the way to go. They offer investors
High-yield dividend stocks offer good returns with lower risk compared to growth stocks, providing a less stressful financial journey into retirement. While no dividend stock is risk-free, investors can seek established companies or those with competitive advantages for consistent dividend payments. Beyond providing a steady income stream, they showcase the potential of compounding returns, shielding
While there are many ways to generate significant returns in the market, one of the safest approaches is to invest in dividend stocks. Of course, you can earn income through bonds and savings accounts, too. But reinvesting dividends over time can lead to much greater compounding and wealth creation. Right now, some dividend stocks may
Blue-chip stocks are the crème de la crème of the market. Not only are they the safest, but they’ve stood the test of time in good times and bad. They all have proven business models, strong track records, sales, reputations and oftentimes, dividends to boot. Better, most will (likely) never go out of business because
Much like many EV startups, Nio (NYSE:NIO) has sparked heated debate. The company has been burning billions of dollars every year, with revenue declining the past two quarters as losses mount. Meanwhile, the stock has plunged nearly 88% from early-2021 highs. Many wonder if Nio will stage a massive turnaround as revenue and earnings are
The article embarks on a transformative journey through the biotech frontier, where the listed companies stand as titans reshaping healthcare norms. The first one’s strategic collaboration with a multinational healthcare giant propels financial strength, unlocking accelerated milestones in key programs. The second one takes center stage with “Barzolvolimab,” a revolutionary monoclonal antibody targeting mast cell
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported its fourth quarter of falling sales on Nov. 2. Apple stock fell on the news. Wisely, investors took the sales decline in stride. Its shares are up seven of the last nine trading days since. There is more to Apple than the iPhone. And while its shares might be getting hammered by
Editor’s note: “Premier Stocks To Own As AI Quickly Reshapes Our Future” was previously published in October 2023. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. Everyone is buzzing about artificial intelligence (AI) these days. And it may even seem like the technology emerged out of thin air to shock the
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has regained some positive momentum in recent weeks. Indeed, it has surged upward from around $400 to flirt with the $500 level once again. However, as we’ve seen several times over the past year, NVDA has repeatedly gotten rejected and sold off each time it reaches this crucial technical and psychological price