When you write about the markets as much as I do, finding subjects to cover is challenging. A recent New York Times article about “Pay Later” lenders gave me an idea about credit bureau stocks to buy. The Times article discussed how credit bureaus want to start including “buy now, pay later” purchases on consumer
There are some energy stocks investors may want to take a careful look at selling or trimming in May of this year. Many of these companies enjoyed tremendous profits and soaring stock prices over the past couple of years, buoyed by high oil and natural gas prices stemming from supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions.
Accountability is important when it comes to investing. We all tend to remember our winners and ignore the losers. It can create a bias when discussing whether a strategy is worth following. Or whether you should listen to an online pundit. There is no end of analysts touting their home runs but glossing over their
Consumer interest has definitely has started to shift away from EV stocks with many investors choosing to sell them in favor of conventional combustion engine companies. Everything from government subsidies to concerns about climate change has spurred growth in the sector. However, since the beginning of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s 2022 rate hike cycle, the
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock showed strength in crucial areas in a recent quarterly report. Yet, the crowd balked, but if you to think for yourself. At the end of the day, you’ll find AMD is an artificial intelligence chipmaker with solid revenue and earnings. The AMD share price is down significantly from its early March
Investors should always pay close attention to stocks with lowered price targets. Not only can that lowered target highlight potential danger, but it can also highlight a potential short opportunity to be well aware of. Often, downgraded and downward price revisions are influenced by company fundamentals, including financial health and future growth. They can also
Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ:DJT) is a lightning rod among publicly traded companies. Because of its volatility and risk, Trump Media stock could shoot for the moon or have a crash landing. Therefore, constant vigilance and appropriate position sizing are vitally important. People have strong opinions about Trump Media & Technology Group, which is typically
Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE:TSM) is a chipmaking juggernaut. All companies, including Taiwan Semiconductor, face obstacles and problems. The rest of 2024 will be uncertain for Taiwan Semiconductor stock, so it’s wise to wait for a better price before buying shares. I’ll give Taiwan Semiconductor a lot of credit for demonstrating resilience after Taiwan’s most powerful earthquake in 25 years.
Meme stocks have become a popular and controversial topic in the world of investing. Often associated with struggling companies, they gain sudden, massive popularity due to social media hype, online forums and a shared sense of rebellion against traditional Wall Street institutions. Despite the inherent risks involved, undervalued meme stocks offer potential for significant gains
In today’s episode, we sit down with legendary investor, Tom Gayner, Co-CEO of Markel Corporation. Markel has been referred to as a “Baby Berkshire”, because it is structured similarly to Berkshire Hathaway, and has produced stellar results. Tom has been producing investment returns in the high teens for Markel Corp for over 30 years and
We’re going to take a look at technical analysis versus fundamental analysis when it comes to trading penny stocks. Most people are looking into earnings sheets and records, and based on that, they make decisions. Honestly, that is not enough. So, I want to share with you what is the right way of trading penny
April was a big month to cover New York’s first all-electric skyscraper. It also was a month where some stocks to watch began to show their faces. Alloy Development is a developer focused on the Brooklyn area of New York City. The developer is building 505 State Street as part of Alloy Block. This will be
The fintech sector is abundant with companies that continue to play a significant role in how we bank, transact, and invest. Amidst the buzz surrounding these companies, the largest industries players remain the most underappreciated fintech stocks to buy. It becomes extremely easy to overlook well-established players in the fintech space that possess extraordinary long
There are 4.95 billion people around the globe who use social media, accounting for the majority of internet users and more than half of the world’s population, which is why the best social media stocks warrant attention. In particular, social media is a boon for advertising, a market estimated to be worth around $1 trillion
The ultimate goal of investing is to find possibilities poised for significant development. Michael Burry, a well-known investor, has recommended these three equities as strong candidates for profitable investments. Each firm represents a separate sector: retail, healthcare, and consumer discretionary. The first is a massive worldwide e-commerce company that stands out for its unwavering commitment to
Picking income stocks can be challenging. Some companies pay dividends only to cut them in the future, and others are more focused on stock buybacks instead of dividends. However, research has shown that dividends provide investors with about 35% of their total returns over time. It varies year to year, but holding solid income stocks that
Investing in uranium and nuclear stocks makes a lot of sense to me from a very long-term perspective. Why? Because the demand for clean, reliable, and efficient energy sources amidst a global push for decarbonization is only going to increase. Nuclear power, with its low-carbon footprint, offers base-load electricity without the intermittency issues of renewable
As if we needed another excuse to buy Wall Street’s best performers on Wall Street – AI stocks… This earnings season has brought with it an abundance of insanely strong quarterly reports. Pretty much every major company in the world has reported quarterly numbers over the past month. Most have been smashing estimates. In fact,
It’s tough to advocate for buying battery stocks at this point. With the slowdown in demand for EVs, we’ve seen battery stocks sell-off over the past year or so. Consequently, prices of critical components such as lithium have declined sharply from their peak in 2022. Nevertheless, with secular tailwinds powering at their back, the long-term
The Chinese economy and many Chinese companies have struggled on a general scale over the last few years. The slowdown was primarily due to tightening government regulations and property pricing halting the expected recovery after COVID-19 restrictions were lifted in 2023. While these macroeconomic conditions create uncertainty and scare away many investors, they offer a