Stocks to buy

On the surface, it may seem as if now’s not the time to buy industrial stocks. With macro issues still unresolved, and the threat of a 2023 global recession still looming, there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the near-term operational performance of companies in the industrial sector. However, that uncertainty is not a reason

Although market analysts often pound the table on electric vehicles, the harsh reality is that one must exercise discretion with EV stocks. Frankly, most of the upstart brands that you see today probably won’t be with us several years down the line. Here, it’s useful to take a quick history lesson. Back during the early

Although passive income represents an important component of the broader investing space, not all assets are built the same, as monthly dividend stocks confirm. While enterprises that pay out earnings to shareholders often do so on a quarterly basis, the reality is that most bills come in monthly. That’s the obvious advantage of this distinct

While it’s too early to tell if the current bull run will last, investors with a long-term time horizon may want to consider the best growth stocks to buy for the next 5 years. For one thing, if you are the optimistic type, the latest news should bolster broader sentiments. For one, President Biden touted

Editor’s note: “The Fourth Great Divergence: Lock in Your Next Triple-Digit Winner” was previously published in October 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. Four weeks ago, I told my readers that it was my goal – my ultimate New Year’s Resolution – to make record returns in the

Investors are beginning to wonder if the bear market is over. Indeed, tech stocks, hypergrowth stocks and other cyclical names are starting to trade better, as many of their stock prices are bouncing and their resistance levels are breaking. Consequently, even though it remains to be seen whether the worst of the bear market is

The top dividend stocks to buy and hold today come from a variety of sectors but all have reliability in common. The year ahead could be just as bumpy as 2022, but don’t let that chase you away. Instead, protect your portfolio with dividend stocks, as many others are doing for stability and the opportunity

Growth stocks have had a difficult time of it lately, but there looks to be a comeback brewing. After a tumultuous bear market in 2022, investors are eager for a more stable year. Moreover, it seems as though the equity market is rebounding, with many of the best growth stocks trading in the green. Though

Electric vehicles accounted for 10% of all new car sales in 2022. That makes EV penny stocks an exciting proposition for investors. These companies’ significant upside potential balances the risks posed by the fast-growing EV market. In short, any EV penny stocks under $1 below have a chance to develop a more robust market relative to

You may not believe it. But the stock market is in full-on “breakout mode” right now.  Yesterday, stocks soared after the December PCE report confirmed that inflation continued to collapse in December. The PCE inflation rate dropped by 50 basis points to 5%, marking the second consecutive month of 50 basis points of disinflation.  At

China-based e-commerce firm Pinduoduo (NASDAQ:PDD) is where many shoppers look for good deals online. Is PDD stock still a good deal after posting gains in 2022? The answer is yes, as Pinduoduo beat the odds and delivered outstanding financial results, demonstrating resiliency even while China’s government wasn’t always business-friendly. Pinduoduo isn’t just a run-of-the-mill e-commerce platform.

You may have noticed; the stock market is starting to break out right now.  The S&P 500 is up 5.5% year-to-date, marking one of its best starts to a year ever! Could it be just another bear market rally? Unlikely. This rally looks and feels a lot different – in a good way.  Inflation is

The term “big winners” rarely comes to mind when discussing telecom stocks. That’s because of their weak, long-term performance compared to growth, real estate, and retail stocks. However, the downturn of late 2021 and 2022 has turned most telecom stocks into massive value plays. And value plays are precisely what investors are looking for in

The boom in the technology industry came to an end in 2022. Pandemic-driven demand started to reverse. Now tech companies are cutting back expenses and laying off employees. With growth names on the decline, investors have turned to other sectors that are known for being more stable and recession-proof, such as consumer staples stocks. Consumer

Now’s a great time to start considering which micro-cap stocks to buy. Generally, micro-caps are stocks with a market capitalization of less than $300 million. With a cap like that, the company doesn’t have a ton of resources – which means that it could be forced to go into debt in order to grow, or

A key to successful retirement planning or wealth building is to start early. One critical component of investing is to secure stable cash flows. This is likely through fixed income, rental income, or investment in dividend stocks. With the markets continuing to face macroeconomic headwinds, it’s a good time to look at some dividend stocks

Many investors understand the benefits of diversifying their portfolios. Diversification across various asset classes is a part of this discussion. Indeed, holding a certain percentage of high-growth stocks in addition to defensive dividend-paying names is a great way to build long-term wealth. There’s currently a very conspicuous shift happening in the market right now. Investors are

How many stock traders can honestly say they earned a decent profit last year? Investors of Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY) were among the few real winners, due to the share-price appreciation of LLY stock as well as the dividend payments. Moreover, there are reasons to believe Eli Lilly will maintain its outstanding track record during the coming

2022 was a tough year for nearly all sectors. Tech stocks, however, were among the hardest hit as an interest-rate-driven bear market reared its ugly head.  Of course, tech stocks won’t stay beaten down forever. On the contrary, they are likely to lead the way higher during the next bull market as they have done

2022 was a tough year for most global equities markets. One notable exception was Latin America. The iShares Latin America 40 ETF (NYSEARCA:ILF) rose nearly 10% for the year compared with an 18% decline in the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:SPY). With some strategists forecasting 2023 will be another strong year for the region, today we’ll