One of the beautiful aspects of the derivatives market is that you don’t need to trade options to benefit from the underlying data; case in point is unusual options activity. Just like it sounds, this term represents options contracts that have seen aberrant spikes in volume relative to a benchmark metric, such as trailing one-month
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Understandably, with the innovation sector printing a remarkable performance, all eyes have centered on Nasdaq-100 stocks. Indeed, on a year-to-date basis, the index shot up about 52%. That’s almost double the performance of the benchmark S&P 500. And that’s not a bad run for the S&P given the circumstances. Typically, though, higher performance comes with
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure providers have been depressed for an extended period. Even with positive industry tailwinds for the long term, the best EV charging stocks have trended lower. The reasons include growing competition and cash burn. However, after a deep correction, most EV charging stocks look undervalued. Therefore, it’s a good time to consider
When it comes to forward-looking investment ideas, few are as relevant as robotics stocks. It’s really all in the numbers. According to Grand View Research, the global industrial automation and control systems market size reached a valuation of $172.26 billion last year. Moving forward, experts project that the sector could expand at a compound annual
Many investors made it a point to avoid growth stocks after a disastrous 2022, but long-term investors were rewarded this year. And, even though many of the best growth stocks have taken off in recent months, investors can still find promising opportunities as the calendar flips to 2024. If you are shopping for growth stocks
Certain stocks have experienced exponential growth over the past year. Sectors such as buy now pay later, cryptocurrencies, and cybersecurity remain red hot. Therefore, stocks with exposure to those areas have run far in 2023. Ironically, many of the best performing stocks continue to fly under the radar, receiving little attention in the financial press.
In the dynamic theater of renewable energies, green hydrogen is grabbing headlines, dazzling investors and policymakers alike. Consequently, green hydrogen stocks are becoming the buzzwords in investment circles, resonating in both profit potential and planetary promise. From a humble 0.3 GW capacity in 2020, the forecast for 2030 is at a powerful 137 GW. Indeed,
A wide range of tech stocks received a much-needed boost from artificial intelligence (AI) after an awful 2022. As we enter a new year, we could see lower rates and more powerful generative AI technologies. Investors lacking in AI stocks may seek to punch their tickets, even as valuations extend. Undoubtedly, the well-known AI stocks
You heard it here: 2024 could be an excellent year for stocks. The economy is improving, and specifically the third-quarter results were better than expected. This means we could see a significant upside in stocks in the coming months. However, if you are looking to make a steady income in 2024, it is advisable to
The gig economy isn’t slowing down anytime soon, and exposure to gig economy stocks can help round out a diversified portfolio. End-of-year estimates peg 2023’s total gig economy volume around $455 billion, doubling from just five years ago. The factors contributing to the rise are obvious. Remote work trends, side hustles and the variety of
Keeping it simple is often best when it comes to investing. That’s why buying an index fund is often the optimal investment most people can make and paying attention to the highest-yielding dogs of the dow. Because the S&P 500 has returned about 10% annually on average for the past 100 years, just buying an
It’s not easy to pick high-quality electric vehicle (EV) stocks, especially when the field is getting so crowded and competitive. However, EV manufacturer Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) stands out as one of the most promising automakers for 2024. Indeed, the coming year could bring substantial returns for forward-thinking RIVN stock investors. We’ve already witnessed bullish price action with
Investors in search of high-risk, high-reward investments can often find them among the top biotech stocks to buy. Identifying worthwhile opportunities can be easier said than done when investing in biotech. Extensive due diligence is required. Therefore you may want to consider taking into account whether a particular biotech stock is in the “Green Zone.”
With the Federal Reserve seemingly open to the idea of interest rate cuts next year, the narrative for the best Dow Jones stocks for conservative investors appears overly cautious. Don’t get me wrong – you generally can’t go wrong with targeting individual securities under the venerable index. Still, if you’re looking for growth opportunities, the
Soon, it will be that favorite time of the quadrennial cycle where American citizens will decide the future of this great nation, subsequently necessitating a discussion about election year stocks. On surface level, you might think that such periods would be rather disastrous for equities, especially with the vituperative environment. However, the hard numbers suggest
While it’s obvious there are great reasons to buy and hold stocks, it’s also easy to overlook a regular income gained by owning monthly dividend-paying growth stocks. Growth stocks are the best place for investors looking for oversized returns to find an ideal investing opportunity. But when you factor in a monthly dividend payout on
Information technology companies have been on a tear all year. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLK) is the benchmark fund representing U.S. tech companies. In the last year, the fund has risen by 53%. For comparison, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:SPY), a fund that helps represent the stock market as a whole, has
2024 will be a year that will start with great challenges. But in addition to starting with great challenges, it will also present very good opportunities. One of those potential opportunities is within the cannabis sector. These three cannabis stocks are an option to take advantage of the growth of the sector. 2024 is looking
As the Baby Boomers age, the number of elderly Americans has risen quickly. Specifically, the number of those 65 and older in the U.S. jumped 38.6% between 2010 and 2020 to 55.8 million. And in 2040, when the members of Generation X will have reached retirement age, 80 million Americans are expected to be 65
If we look at the United States, it’s a hub for corporate sector innovation. U.S. equities have some of the best growth stories globally. However, another fact is that the U.S. is a developed economy. It’s unrealistic to expect GDP growth that’s even closer to several emerging economies. Therefore, exposure to global growth stocks is