Stocks to sell

ExxonMobil (NYSE:XOM) recently completed its $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources. The deal expands the oil and gas giant’s presence in the oil-rich Permian basin. However, before the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) signed off on the transaction, Pioneer CEO Scott Sheffield was banned from taking a board seat at Exxon. It alleged Sheffield colluded

With consumer spending trends tightening and the average U.S. wage stagnating, investors should watch out for retail stocks at risk of a plunge. According to Deloitte Insights, 73% of consumers are still relatively concerned about the rising costs of goods and services. There is a general uneasiness around inflation, the cost of rent and the

Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) was a darling of the chipmaking market many years ago. Then, it was a laughingstock in 2022, and then a darling again in 2023. Now, Intel is a troubled business again in 2024. Honestly, who really needs to invest in a nauseating roller-coaster play like Intel stock? We’re giving the stock a “D” grade

Blue-chip stocks to sell might seem odd, especially in a year with rising corporate earnings, a U.S. presidential election and possibly three rate cuts. However, stock investors must stay watchful, especially with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average up 10% and 4.7%, respectively, far from a bull run. J.P. Morgan analysts expect poor

Just when we thought the stock market was catching a break, it now has the hurricane season to contend with. The Dow popped for the seventh straight day last week, offering hope for a sustained rally ahead. However, with the Atlantic hurricane season particularly stormy this year, it’s probably apt to be thinking about stocks

Despite the robust Q1 2024 financial reports Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) stock took a hit following its earnings report earlier this month. Overall, I believe the expectation for Palantir Technologies stock is very high, which could explain why the stock reacted the way it did. Investors may fear the company’s inability to meet expectations. The company

Stocks hitting a new 52-week high is a psychological hurdle for investors. Particularly if a stock has been in the doldrums and now breaks out to a new high, investors tend to want to sell to capture profits. While it may not seem smart to sell stocks at 52-week highs, these stocks are not a

Apple’s (NASDQ:AAPL) first-quarter financial results contained some very discouraging signs, making the stock a sell in the near-term. Up until now, it has been easy to defend Apple stock. Sales of the company’s electronic devices — its iPhones and MacBooks — had been slowing, but the services side of the business — streaming and Apple

Meme stocks have the potential to completely change the portfolio health even with a limited exposure of 5% to 10%. The best example now is Carvana (NYSE:CVNA), which surged from under-$5 levels at the beginning of 2023 to $117. At the same time, there are meme stock ideas that have destroyed wealth. These meme stocks

Robotics and automation go hand in hand. Inflationary pressures have been plaguing both consumers and business owners. This has lead to there now being several robotics stocks to sell. Over the last several years, not only did prices increase in certain commodities, but the U.S. labor market has also experienced high relative wage gains, particularly

With corporate bankruptcy filings on the rise, you may be interested in figuring out the list of stocks at risk of bankruptcy. Interestingly enough, while hundreds of corporations have filed for bankruptcy so far this year, only a few are well-known, publicly traded companies. Retailers Express (OTCMKTS:EXPRQ) and Joann (OTCMKTS:JOANQ) are two key examples. Yet,

Dividend Aristocrats are held in high regard amongst investors due to their proven ability to achieve robust financial results and pay growing dividends over extended time periods. Considering an essential requirement of being a Dividend Aristocrat is increasing dividends for 25 consecutive years, they deserve the praise they get. However, what if I proposed that

Earnings season is drawing to a close, with more than 90% of stocks in the S&P 500 index having reported their first-quarter financial results. However, some big names still need to issue their Q1 prints. For a few of these companies, the stakes are high. Analysts and investors will be scrutinizing the data for signs

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) strategists are urging investors to snap up U.S. government bonds, even if the economy doesn’t slow down. They believe bond yields could fall dramatically driven by “residual seasonality,” a statistical quirk that can sway economic data even after seasonal adjustments. This could lead to predicting a more rapid decline in inflation than

Murmurs of a potential hard economic landing are resurfacing after a marked downturn in U.S. GDP during the first-quarter (Q1).  The U.S. economy slowed sharply in Q1, growing at just 1.6%, lagging significantly behind the 2.5% estimate. Moreover, a soft jobs report compounds those concerns further. Hence, it’s probably the right time to consider consumer

Dividend Aristocrats are a unique class of dividend stocks. They are companies that are members of the S&P 500 and have increased their payouts to shareholders for at least 25 years. That’s no small feat. Out of the thousands of publicly traded stocks on the market, only 68 stocks made the cut this year.  This

Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) hasn’t re-hit all-time lows just yet, but give it time. Lucid stock should decrease in price based on its latest results and guidance updates. The issues of weak demand, cash burn, and shareholder dilution persist. Lucid may not be on the verge of experiencing a “game over” moment in the near-term, yet

The cruise industry has long been a popular choice for travelers seeking a unique and luxurious vacation experience. However, behind the glitz and glamor, the industry has been grappling with several inherent weaknesses. Those have left the sector particularly vulnerable to economic downturns and unforeseen crises. These susceptibilities have been brought to the forefront in

Keeping an eye on what Barclays and other large investment banking firms can provide insights into a stock’s market position. These price targets, like any other financial analysis, are predictions that cannot account for the human factors of a corporation, such as quality control, leadership, and productivity. Looking for stocks with lowered price targets helps

Adam Aron, the CEO of global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC), is a great cheerleader for the company. However, even Aron had to acknowledge a problem that impacted AMC Entertainment’s financial figures this year. As the company continues to bear the weight of massive debt, it’s wise to avoid AMC stock in 2024.