Stocks to buy

With the S&P 500 valued at 24.05x its trailing 12-month earnings and 22.27x the 12-month forward estimate, it’s not easy to find bargain blue-chip stocks. Especially, when you consider that its trailing 12-month P/E ratio a year ago was 19.61x, 18% cheaper than it is today.  While most people consider the S&P 500 to be

The hydrogen industry still waits for the Biden Administration to loosen restrictive 45V tax credit rules. Now, after about seven months, it’s safe to say industry executives and even a few U.S. Senators are losing patience. Still, even as we wait, now is a great time to invest in some of the best hydrogen stocks

For a while now, AI has been taking the world by storm. It’s become the hottest sector on Wall Street, consumed most media headlines and dominated as the topic of conversation.  And after reporting the results of its quarterly executive survey on artificial intelligence, Bain & Company – one of the world’s largest consulting firms

Buying growth stocks and holding onto them for many years can result in significant gains. Some people reach their financial goals much sooner by investing in the right stocks. Even if a stock experiences modest gains, your portfolio is still moving in the right direction. While the stock market doesn’t offer any guarantees, a few patterns emerge. Corporations with rising

Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) has more skin in the AI game than many people would like to think. Of course, the first thing that would spring to mind is the company’s AWS cloud division. But it’s important to also remember that Amazon has invested $4 billion into a company called Anthropic. Anthropic was founded by former members

You don’t have to shell out big bucks to buy quality stocks. There are a lot of great stocks available to buy for less than $50. In fact many companies are actively splitting their stocks to make them more affordable to retail investors. Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG), for example, just split its stock 50-to-1, taking

Low-priced stocks with upside are increasingly hard to find as top-performing mega-caps edge ever closer to overvaluation. As seen with Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) recently, even moderate underperformance can be devastating when much of the wider market hinges on continued momentum. At the same time, many are increasingly nervous as economic conditions don’t seem as rosy as

Investing requires making fast decisions on the top stocks to buy. The top three competitors are highlighted because they have distinct technological and business strategies, making them attractive options for stock buyers. These businesses are well-known for their cutting-edge advances in AI. They have incorporated complex AI models into their platforms, greatly increasing user engagement and ad

This year is shaping up to be the year for new-age IPOs, putting several game-changing IPO stocks on investors’ radar. After a touch-and-go 2023, IPOs are off to a strong start this year with more than $20 billion raised in the first six months. The boom, mainly led by start-ups and next-gen companies, is underscored

Amidst ongoing conflicts, the choice of defense stocks for investors might seem crucial yet unpredictable due to varying government spending priorities. Though economic upheaval isn’t my primary prediction, several scenarios could disrupt the U.S. economy. For example, one concern is the unsustainable national debt, which experts like BlueBay’s Mark Dowling warn could lead to significant

One of the ways to make millions from the market is to identify and invest in early-stage companies. If the business takes off, multi-fold returns are in the offering. Of course, the risk involved is high and investors should limit portfolio exposure to these companies at 5% to 10%. One sector that’s worth researching for

Just 1% of all stocks listed on the major U.S. exchanges are Dividend Aristocrats. These are the 67 companies listed on the S&P 500 that have raised their dividends for 25 consecutive years or more. It is an elite group of stocks recognized for their quality and consistency over time. That doesn’t mean their shares

The oil sector is witnessing significant fluctuations, creating opportunities for undervalued oil stocks. With Brent crude trading at around $77 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate at $73, market conditions are ripe for strategic investments. Companies such as Shell (NYSE:SHEL) are focusing on shareholder value, reducing costs, and maintaining strong dividends, which make them an

The stock market rally has been showing no sign of stopping, and while most of it has been driven by Big Tech, it is worth looking into some little-known penny stocks. These stocks usually see huge breakouts and trade at big premiums during bullish rallies. We haven’t seen that happen across most penny stocks just

While the cannabis industry has all but become legitimate in the United States, it’s not the only form of alternative medicine attempting to break through regulatory barriers. Compounds like psilocybin, lysergic acid and ketamine are all referred to as psychedelics, yet they may have medical applications which are just beginning to be explored. As such, several

Investing in the best Chinese stocks can offer much needed strategic portfolio diversification. The past few years have been tough for Chinese stocks, weighed down by regulatory changes, geopolitical tensions and a lackluster economy. However, in the past few quarters, we’ve seen these headwinds subside, offering a promising opportunity for investors. Many Chinese stocks, especially

With the kick-off of the year’s second half underway, investors may wonder if the same themes that outperformed in the first half will continue to work. Undoubtedly, AI chip stocks will still stand out as exciting growth bets for investors looking to play the technological revolution. Given the likelihood that the artificial intelligence (AI) boom

Under CEO Andy Jassy, Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) is continuing to make multiple moves that should tremendously boost its top and bottom lines over the longer term. These maneuvers involve the conglomerate’s e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and healthcare businesses. As a result of Amazon’s extremely promising initiatives, I continue to believe that Amazon stock is significantly undervalued. I

With an overbought market and prospects of higher-for-longer interest rates, cash-rich stocks are savvy bets at this point. These companies can generate substantial and free cash flows, which stand out as prudent investments. This financial strength is key for firms to manage debt efficiently throughout any phase of their business cycle. Let’s examine three top

The cannabis industry is poised for significant growth in 2024. Furthermore, the global cannabis market is expected to reach substantial figures, with the U.S. market alone projected to hit $38.4 billion by the end of the year. This growth is fueled by the introduction of new products, including edibles and vapes, and a trend towards