Wildfires are raging in Western Canada right now. This is a huge reminder that weather has become much more unpredictable due to climate change. El Niño got going around June. Experts say we tend to witness the warming a year later. Cue the wildfires. “Basing it on the El Niño at the beginning of the
The S&P 500 is the most recognizable index in the stock market. Many investors use this index as a benchmark to determine if their portfolios are outperforming the stock market. The S&P 500 consists of profitable large-cap companies. While investing in an S&P 500 ETF can simplify your portfolio, these ETFs have a major downside.
Being dynamic in stock market investing is crucial, especially given the recent vibrancy of online platforms. Platforms such as Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:HOOD), among others, wield significant influence over stock market trends. With more than 11.9 million on its platform, it has the power to create unique opportunities and risks for its growing user base. Hence,
Penny stocks to buy can be rewarding if you can spot the right ones. Unfortunately, most have a history of burning investors. That’s because many are never the “bargain” they appear to be. And oftentimes, the shares are cheap for a good reason. Unfortunately, what you’ll find most times with penny stocks is an unproven
Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) is a perfect example of why you should not short a stock. As famed economist John Maynard Keynes once noted, “The market can stay irrational longer than you can stay solvent.” Lucid should be doing even worse than it is. Yet here we are watching Lucid stock soar because someone posted a
Meme stocks are certainly picking up steam. For investors in Trump Media (NASDAQ:DJT) stock that should be a good thing. Unfortunately, it hasn’t participated in this meme stock rally like GameStop (NYSE:GME) and AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) have. That’s partly due to the company’s core catalysts, and its unique investor base. As I’ve pointed out in
Widely known for its coverage of popular growth stocks like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), much like the old E.F. Hutton slogan, when Wedbush Securities talks, people listen. As such, many in the market may take caution with the stocks with lowered price targets that the sell-side firm covers. But much like how unthinkingly following sell-side ratings may
The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation have led to a surge in interest in robotics stocks. However, investors should be cautious about investing in this sector in 2024. Many robotics companies are facing significant challenges that could negatively impact their performance and lead to a strong bear case for selling these stocks.
There’s a “good news, bad news” situation in May for China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO). Despite a strong monthly vehicle-delivery report, the bad news may outweigh the good news. Given the uncertain future growth prospects, we rate Nio stock as a “D.” This doesn’t mean Nio is doomed or anything like that. We’re only trying to warn
Here’s an energy company that’s old and new at the same time. I’m referring to General Electric (NYSE:GE) spinoff company GE Vernova (NYSE:GEV), which may catch the interest of investor looking for highflying stocks. However, caution is advised as GE Vernova stock moved too far, too fast. Headquartered in Massachusetts, GE Vernova is focused on
Citigroup (NYSE:C) is a financial giant you can bank on, so to speak, but the company will face challenges in 2024. The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate policy will undoubtedly have a major impact on Citigroup’s top and bottom lines. Yet, there’s data to support a small, cautious position in Citigroup stock this year. It seems like
The meme stock season seems to be back. Novavax (NASDAQ:NVAX) has surged over 200% in the last month, with big gains coming in a few trading days. GameStop (NYSE:GME) stock has also skyrocketed more than 290% in the last month. These are just two examples and speak volumes about the ferocity of the rally. Of
It’s now apparent that the streaming wars are over, and Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) has emerged victorious. One point supporting this is that studios owned by rival streaming firms, such as HBO, are selling significant amounts of content to Netflix. Another piece of evidence is that Netflix is very profitable, generating operating income of $6.95 billion last
Over the past 18 months, shares of online used car dealer Carvana (NASDAQ:CVNA) staged a miraculous turnaround. Many expected to hear about a bankruptcy filing, not a rally. But beginning in January 2023, Carvana stock did just that and rocketed over 2,400% higher. The stock has already more than doubled so far this year. Furthermore,
Finding stocks to sell in 2024 is straightforward, but actually executing those trades is another matter. As always, bearish sentiment surrounds the Magnificent Seven as the S&P 500 hits all-time highs despite sweeping tech layoffs and overall economic unease. Sure, you could short a stock like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) due to massive overvaluation. But ask the
Quite often we read about societal pressures that have driven the increased use of everything from narcotics to gambling to even the reemergence of nicotine and tobacco. Unfortunately, with many of the economic difficulties of the 21st century, young people, now more than ever, rely on substances and thrills to get through the day. All
Quantum computing has the potential to usher in a new era of computing power. While the market is still digesting the ongoing artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, they have yet to focus in on the next big discovery. Remarkably, quantum computers have the ability to perform optimization and predictive tasks faster than conventional computers. They do
Finding stable investment options is essential for investors looking to grow despite market volatility in today’s unpredictable environment. Three companies emerge as strong contenders for a swift recovery. The first business is growing steadily in the direct-to-consumer (D2C) market, gaining subscribers and broadening its reach internationally. With a strategic expansion into nearly 40 countries and
When policymakers pursue rate cuts, the main idea is to lower the cost of money for businesses and consumers. This translates into higher investment and consumption spending and GDP growth accelerates. However, the unintended consequence of easy money is higher speculative activity across asset classes. Therefore, with the possibility of rate cuts in the second
Sometimes, you just make the wrong call and must admit it. Now, it is my turn to do that. Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) strategy for its Gaming division is far more shortsighted than I had initially believed. A new round of layoffs and studio closures undercut the division’s growth opportunities at a time when the company should