The rapid ascent of e-commerce and shifting consumer shopping trends are fundamentally transforming the retail sector. As a result, brick-and-mortar stores are witnessing dwindling foot traffic, squeezed profits and fierce competition. Amid these challenges, choosing the correct brick-and-mortar retail stocks to sell is crucial for long-term portfolio protection. Boston Consulting Group forecasts e-commerce to seize a
In this article WING NFLX GM Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Rafael Enrique | Lightrocket | Getty Images Earnings season is giving analysts plenty to chew on as they learn more about the impact of macro challenges on companies. Though Wall Street is watching short-term stock moves spurred by quarterly results, the top analysts
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
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
Investor’s Business Daily published an article on April 24 discussing the 10 S&P 500 stocks with the largest losses in market capitalization in 2024. In the second spot is Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock, with a loss of $328 billion or 42%. The only name ahead of Tesla stock is Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), which has lost $433 billion.
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
BankRate recently noted that home prices in the U.S. continue to rise due to a persistent lack of housing supply, even amidst some of the highest mortgage rates seen in the last two decades. This ongoing price increase is driven by low inventory levels and robust demand, which outpaces the supply. Also, the article noted
In this article WOLF Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The New York Stock Exchange welcomes executives and guests from Wolfspeed (NYSE: WOLF), on Oct. 4th, 2021, in celebration of its listing. NYSE Company: Wolfspeed (WOLF) Business: Wolfspeed is a semiconductor company focused on silicon carbide technologies. The company provides solutions for efficient energy consumption
2023 was a record year for ransomware attacks, with companies like MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) suffering largely publicized attacks. Despite the efforts of companies and regulators, this trend isn’t slowing in 2024. The only defense will be more investments in cybersecurity, which will benefit top cybersecurity stocks. Although regulators are trying to crack down on
In a recent article about ETFs, I wrote about the Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF (NYSEARCA:SPHQ), a passive index fund looking for stocks in the S&P 500 with sound fundamentals. Interestingly, not one of the 102 holdings was Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock. That made me question whether Amazon is a “quality” stock. A high-quality score requires
The transportation sector literally helps to drive the U.S. economy forward. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the transportation and warehouse sector made up of planes, trains and automobiles contributed $1.7 trillion to the economy in 2022 (latest statistics available). That equates to 6.7% of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP). Employment in transportation
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) fell hard before it announced earnings on April 25, finishing the trading day below $400 per share. But thanks to blowout earnings that beat estimates things are looking up. Analysts were expecting earnings of $2.82 a share, up just 15% from a year ago, with revenue of $60.8 billion, but Microsoft stock surprised.
Investors have been snookered by technology head fakes in the past. The metaverse was hardly the game-changing advance we were promised. Very few people, it turns out, actually want to be connected to their computers all day, every day to work, play and interact. The metaverse may hold some value but the exponential market opportunity
Biotech stocks are notorious for being some of the most volatile and unpredictable on the market. With clinical trials and FDA approvals creating potential leaps or falls in what seems like an instant, there is no denying the risk involved. However, equal to this risk is the possible upside that proves to be one of
Not all value stocks are equal. Investors looking at these value stocks at 52-week lows may think they’re among the worst picks in today’s market. But, in the case of these three companies, their 52-week lows mark a potential pivot point. Each has unique bullish tailwinds building behind them, whether imminent news or corporate strategic
Top travel stocks are catching investors’ eyes with consumer spending patterns revealing resilience despite the economic headwinds. Though the concerns over a hard landing remain, data indicates that consumers are still happily opening their wallets for travel experiences. Moreover, airfares, car rentals, and hotel rates dipped last month, another catalyst for the travel stocks. According
This election year, cannabis legalization will be on the ballot in the Sunshine State. On November 5, if Floridians vote “yes” on Amendment 3, they will be supporting legalizing recreational marijuana usage for adults who are at least 21 years old as long as they only possess up to three ounces. Currently, medical requirements must
Amid the ever-changing stock market landscape, astute investors look for chances that offer large returns without breaking the bank. Three equities under $10 stand out as attractive choices with solid growth potential in this endeavor. These businesses all deal with opportunities, even though they operate in different industries. These include communications equipment, tech consultancy, and specialized chemicals.
A few years after electric vehicles seemed poised to dominate the automotive industry, the stock market has sharply turned. Now, investing in electric vehicle stocks is an exercise in pain tolerance. While Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) recent earnings commentary propelled the EV market higher (it certainly wasn’t the company’s numbers, which were abysmal), most other EV companies