Stocks to buy

IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) soared from under $4 to over $14 this year. Its quantum hardware and accessible on top cloud platforms garner attention from major players like Amazon Web Services (AWS), which added IonQ’s Aria to its quantum service, Braket. IonQ’s pioneering quantum computing holds great promise but is not without risks. Explore the pros and

Investors are worried that the stock market’s first-half performance in 2023 is reversing. It’s unclear what part of the business cycle we are currently in. That means investors need to be very careful and consider stocks for any market condition. If we are entering a further slowdown or a recession I’d suggest extra conservatism makes

It’s been over two years since Block (NYSE:SQ) has traded in the $200s. Over the past five years, it’s been a losing proposition, with SQ stock losing nearly 39%. Now, one analyst suggests its shares could be dead money for the remainder of the year as the payments company faces one setback after another. Fortunately

Looking for thrills and opportunities through extreme volatility swings? If so, then Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) stock isn’t what you’re seeking. Yet, given the state of affairs in the world and the economic landscape, investing in Procter & Gamble makes a lot of sense right now. If you live in the U.S., there’s a good

Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO), a renowned global beverage giant, really needs no introduction. In recent years, the company has diversified beyond cola into dairy, plant-based drinks, and more. It recently added new flavors to its VitaminWater line and welcomed Thomas S. Gayner, CEO of Markel Group, as a director, along with Henrique Braun as Corporate Senior Vice

During the pandemic era, several healthcare stocks skyrocketed. The focus was, however, on biopharma companies with an early-mover advantage related to the vaccine against Covid-19. Sentiments have changed drastically in a post-pandemic era with 2023 being a subdued year for healthcare stocks. However, there is no doubt about the point that global healthcare spending will

Eyebrows were recently raised on news that Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) CEO Tim Cook sold 511,000 shares of APPL stock worth $87.8 million before taxes. However, investors should ignore the insider selling and double down on Apple’s shares for continued long-term gains. According to filings with securities regulators, Cook earned $41.5 million from the stock sale after

Embarking on a steady sail through the riveting investment realm, the name Warren Buffett continues to spark enthusiasm. Steering the mighty ship of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B), Buffett maintains vigilant control over an awe-inspiring $340 billion investment portfolio. While harboring nearly $150 billion in cash, he stands ever-ready to pounce on burgeoning opportunities with a

Lately, there has been plenty of news directly and indirectly affecting Chevron (NYSE:CVX) stock. Namely, after spiking last month, crude oil prices have pulled back. Still, while Chevron has slightly fallen out of favor, don’t assume that now’s the time to sell (if you own it), or avoid (if you’ve yet to make it a

The resilience of consumer spending amidst rising interest rates is, in part, thanks to an often overlooked yet significant factor, the aging demographic of Americans. As individuals aged 65 and older now represent a record share of total consumer spending, they play a crucial role in stabilizing the economy. Their financial stability and decreased susceptibility

Consumers rely on energy companies for utilities, transportation, and other essentials. Many companies in this industry don’t have the highest valuations and tend to be safer investments. Energy is one of the last expenses consumers cut. People will still travel in their cars and pay to fill up their gas tanks. People in electric vehicles

Advanced Micro Devices’ (NASDAQ:AMD) CEO, Lisa Su, aims to challenge Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) 85% market dominance in AI processors. AMD’s MI300 line focuses on inference solutions that analyze new data using pre-trained AI models. To achieve this, AMD must dispel the notion that Nvidia processors are better because of its software. But some, like Lamini, find

There’s an old saying on Wall Street that there are many reasons to sell a stock, but only one reason to buy: You think the price will go up. That saying is especially true when it comes to executives or board members buying up the stock of a company they manage or oversee. Known as

The Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA), which is tied to the rate of inflation, was a whopping 8.7% this year. It is expected to be around 3.2% for 2024. That’s a big increase for retirees living on a fixed income. While the Social Security increase can be used to help with everyday living

While investors favor technology stocks for their growth, they can also be a reliable source of dividend income. Dividend tech stocks offer investors above-market earnings growth and a reliable income stream. As we head into 2024, technology has emerged as one of the most resilient sectors. Secular growth trends such as the digitization of the

Technological breakthroughs were a key theme for the stock market in 2023. From the vigor of AI to the rapid pulses of 5G, augmented reality (AR) and the expansive domain of the Internet of Things (IoT), our world is evolving at a breakneck pace. Consequently, tech stocks to buy now grace every discerning investor’s portfolio.

To clearly set expectations from the get-go, these top stocks under $5 represent extraordinary risks. As either small or even micro-capitalization enterprises, you automatically should assume volatility when entering this arena. It’s just a fact of life, nothing more: higher risks, (maybe) higher rewards. At the same time, walking the path of being a volatility

While targeting Warren Buffett stocks – that is, the securities under the holdings of conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-B) – might not seem particularly exciting, the Oracle of Omaha may be offering the best guidance given the circumstances. Unlike other random bits of “information” you might find on the Internet, the legendary investor knows what he’s

While publicly traded securities that benefit from significant upside potential usually carry a higher-risk profile, with high-growth S&P 500 stocks, you can almost get the best of both worlds. To be fair, we need to set some expectations. If you’re looking for absolutely blistering gains – securities that can go 3X or higher – you

The competition in the Electric Vehicle industry is growing and while it is too soon to announce a winner, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is still considered as one of the leaders and the biggest industry players. To achieve the 2030 goal, governments across the world have been making every attempt to increase EV adoption and while we