The Biden administration has introduced a formal proposal to forgive student loan debt, aiming to benefit millions and withstand legal scrutiny. This revised plan focuses on debt accrued beyond original loan amounts for certain low-income earners and cancels unpaid interest for all income levels. While some investors have turned toward big tech and FAANG as
With recent trends centered not only around the health of humans but of our planet and all its inhabitants, vegan diets are more popular than ever. Plant substitutes for meat are just the beginning as plant-based, vegan-friendly foods are becoming available in stores, restaurants, and public institutions like schools. As you may expect, companies that provide
With continued volatility in the stock market right now, it’s no wonder investors are looking for stocks with proven track records to bolster their portfolios. While U.S. stocks opened strong on Monday after a concerning ending to the prior week, investors are still uneasy about the current state of the market. Tensions in the Middle
Buying stocks up over 200% in 2024 is a tricky proposition. On one hand, you don’t want to fight momentum. Plenty of shorts have been burned trying to time a reversal in momentum for hot stocks like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and even former meme stock megalith Gamestop (NYSE:GME). Likewise, plenty of bulls have gotten cut trying
Lithium prices may be bottoming out, creating a big opportunity for some of the top lithium stocks to buy now. For one, analysts at UBS and Goldman Sachs just cut their 2024 supply estimates by 33% and 26%, respectively, says Mining.com. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley just warned about lower inventories in China. In addition, “Double-digit capacity has already
Dado Ruvic | Reuters The Bitcoin network on Friday night slashed the incentives rewarded to miners in half for the fourth time in its history. The celebrated event, which takes place about once every four years as mandated in the Bitcoin code, is designed to slow the issuance of bitcoins, thereby creating a scarcity effect
The progress toward legalization of cannabis in the United States continues at a slow pace, but medical marijuana is now permitted in approximately 37 states. Germany recently became the latest country to legalize cannabis for personal use beginning in April, coinciding with the informal holiday of 4/20. It’s the decriminalizing of cannabis at the federal
High-yield stocks often catch the eye of investors due to the seemingly significant, tangible returns on investment. Yet, not all that glitters is gold. In fact, it’s often the case that many names offering outsized yields are attached to a number of risks. Some mask such lurking risks beneath their attractive yields, these are known
Turnaround stocks are like hidden gems, poised for great things after weathering a period of adversity. Investors have to have a keen eye for potential when searching them out. Recently, it’s become apparent that the three companies on this list have been making a change in 2024 and are becoming turnaround stocks as they now
Robotics stocks have been making incredible strides, transforming industries as diverse as healthcare, manufacturing and human capital management. As robots become smarter and more capable, the demand for robotics solutions will continue to soar. While the future is always uncertain, the potential of the robotics industry is undeniable. From self-driving cars to advanced surgical systems,
Small-cap stocks tend to outperform their larger brethren over time. After several years of underperformance, it looked like the little guys were going to start winning again. Inflation was moderating and the Federal Reserve was hinting it would cut interest rates at least three times this year. Beginning last October, the performance of the Russell
Many gaming cryptos have yet to take off in the current bull market cycle. However, I believe it’s only a matter of time before many of these projects surge higher. We could be on the cusp of an incoming altseason, as Bitcoin’s (BTC-USD) dominance shows signs of receding. Of course, we may still see new
Turning $1,000 into $100,000 takes a bit of luck and a ton of tolerance for risk. But for those seeking potentially life-changing returns, micro-cap growth stocks may offer that lottery ticket-like upside. Though finding the next 100x bagger is like searching for a needle in a haystack, a small portion of your portfolio in carefully-selected
With the major indices struggling for traction this past week, it may be an opportune moment to consider undervalued stocks under $20. Yes, going the bargain route has its risks, no doubt about it. But you can also potentially enjoy a significant upside. It may come down to shrewd positioning. Yes, the popular names will
Growth stocks have the potential to outperform the stock market and help investors reach their long-term financial goals sooner. While higher yields and a desire to keep rates the same can dampen the mood in the short run, some growth stocks can deliver enticing long-term returns. Investments with the potential to generate explosive returns are volatile in nature. You
After trending lower recently, the S&P 500 index has been sideways for year-to-date. The recent market correction has been driven by potential rate-cut delays and escalated geopolitical tensions. This correction as a good buying opportunity. Undoubtedly, the first stocks to consider are undervalued blue chips, followed by high-quality growth stocks. At the same time, look
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) may be losing momentum among VR stocks, even as tech advancements continue elevating the burgeoning sector into public consciousness. More than half of teens who own the Apple Vision Pro or similar devices rarely use them, which is a death knell for companies like Apple trying to target the next generation of tech
In recent months, investors have become more hesitant to take a bite out of Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and add it to their portfolios. That’s not surprising. Macro worries may be weighing on all of the “Mag 7” stocks, but in the case of Apple stock, blame it more on company-specific issues. Namely, continued weak demand for
Finding opportunities that have the potential to yield large profits is crucial. Here are three exciting opportunities in the speculative stock market, all well-positioned to profit from expanding industries and spur considerable development. Initially, the first one’s explosive growth in total banking volume (TBV) indicates its supremacy in financial technology. With a wide range of
Things seemed to be slowing down after interest rates were raised eleven times in the previous 18 months, but according to the most recent data, the inflation rate for the last 12 months as of March is 3.5%, which has many people searching for steel stocks to sell from their portfolio. The logic is straightforward.