Stocks to buy

As we near the second half of 2024, the correction phase points to a powerful upside potential in underrated tech stocks. Last year witnessed an extraordinary boom in technology stocks, soaring to uncharted heights. However, the recent warning signs are becoming too loud to ignore, as evidenced by the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index, which has slid

You may have heard whispers that Warren Buffett has a secret portfolio outside of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B). This lesser-known holding company is called New England Asset Management, where Buffett oversees a relatively small but intriguing collection of investments. While the assets under management here pale compared to Berkshire’s empire, this secretive portfolio contains some

After a momentous rally in tech stocks over the past several months, the market’s now in correction territory. With many of the biggest tech stocks notching higher highs during the first quarter (Q1) of the year, many had predicted a stock market breather. However, the pullback presents an excellent opportunity for investors to hunt for

It took until the 1930s for driver’s licenses to be standardized across the board, instead of just buying a car and driving it. Likewise, it took until the 1970s for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to be established, enforcing safety standards and certifications for car manufacturers, a historical precedent that could inform the regulatory

One of the best ways to keep your portfolio safe while generating consistent income is in safe, dividend-paying retirement stocks at 52-week lows. It’s even better if you’re buying into a reputable company that’s paid out dividends for years, and is on sale. Look at American States Water (NYSE:AWR), for example. Over the last few months, the

The price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil has risen dramatically in 2024.  That has set the stage for strong performance from the energy sector this year. It also sets the stage for penny oil stocks to rise dramatically as Middle East tensions ratchet higher. The energy sector has been a particularly strong performer

For investors looking at stocks in the Magnificent 7 group, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock could be the best choice in the bunch. A strong player in the AI, cloud, and software markets, Microsoft really provides the durable long-term growth profile most investors are after. Indeed, the company’s recent increased focus on its AI investments are what’s

Investing in cryptocurrency isn’t for everyone. While some digital coins have seen nice profits and there’s a lot to be said with blockchain applications, there are also a lot of issues with the crypto space. That’s why I like to suggest crypto stocks as an alternative. Crypto stocks are a way to invest in cryptocurrencies

The tourism sector was among the worst impacted due to the Covid19 pandemic. However, as global travel and tourism now booms, tourism stocks are hot favorites. This view holds true for the short term as well as the long term. In fact, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels. Furthermore, international tourism hit

Most investments are filled with uncertainty. You could put your money into a CD or a high-yields savings account to minimize your risk, but these accounts don’t pay as well as stocks. While stocks can go down, they can deliver tremendous upside for long-term investors. Index funds and ETFs can simplify the process of investing. These funds take less

In practically any market environment, utility stocks make sense. As I’ve said countless times before, bad things happen when people flip the switch and light fails to emerge. Further, short of food and water, nothing could be more critical than essential services. However, when the economy – while booming in one respect from the blistering

With the global economy facing uncertain times, investors ought to position themselves in top blue-chip stocks. No, aligning yourself with the biggest publicly traded companies doesn’t guarantee you anything. However, it should help you sleep a little easier at night. For one thing, the top blue-chip stocks are well-known enterprises, obviously. As mature businesses, it’s

Finding a needle in a haystack is how one might describe locating profitable investment prospects. But despite the uncertainties, three exceptional equities have drawn the interest of wise investors because they provide viable avenues for accumulating wealth.  The first one is a shining example of sustainable transportation, with a projected revenue increase of 40–50% in

High interest rates seem to be plaguing many sectors of the economy. The electric vehicle space perhaps received the most coverage, but several renewable energy sectors are reeling from elevated rates. The hydrogen sector is one of them. Not only are there many startups firms in the space, but for more established firms, creating viable

The telecommunications industry saw an uptick in demand due to the expansion of 5G networks and fiber optic infrastructure. This industry also has recently faced a fair share of challenges ranging from geopolitical tensions and inflation. However, the telecoms industry has now seen a rebound due to the growing need for connectivity and IoT services.

A wide range of markets in the United States are experiencing a period of uncertainty in the wake of stubborn inflation rates reflected in the hotter-than-expected consumer price index  (CPI) data reported for March. However, the fast food industry has continued to show its resilience. This is why fast food stocks are such a great buy.

Investors spend the extra effort to research growth stocks and construct their portfolios with the hopes of outperforming the stock market. It’s possible for some growth stocks to become multibaggers for patient investors. However, these same stocks may go through sharp declines on the way to their full potential. Investors should look for corporations that

Battery stocks have been depressed in the last few quarters. That does not come as a surprise, with the electric vehicle (EV) industry facing macroeconomic headwinds. Further, overall EV adoption has been slower than expected. I, however, believe the long-term outlook for the industry remains positive. The correction presents a good opportunity to accumulate potential

Broader stock markets are getting slammed this month. But investors finally have a shot at buying, at better prices, the same AI stocks that enjoyed breakthrough Q1 rallies. Those with long-term mindsets could get more value as they pursue the market’s most intriguing AI plays. This could prove profitable while they’re on the descent. Following

Quantum computing technology and applications across sectors are advancing rapidly; the market is predicted to grow over 32% from 2023 to 2030, attracting attention toward multibagger quantum computing stocks. Furthermore, industry developments such as IBM’s (NYSE:IBM) 433-qubit Osprey processor represent a substantial advancement in quantum computing, enabling complicated calculations beyond traditional computers. Amidst this, an