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Small-cap stocks can be an investor’s best friend in terms of amplifying returns without taking on excessive risk. I like looking at companies with $1-$2 billion market capitalizations. That’s because this group provides ample room for growth, and you’re less likely to find companies that are preparing to go bankrupt. Of course, balancing these small

I believe that dividend stocks can be worthwhile investments for investors of all risk tolerances and time horizons. These companies add stability to what could be an otherwise volatile portfolio. And, they give more certain returns in the face of unrealized losses for bear markets. Some of the best dividend stocks are also relatively stress-free

Investing in biopharmaceutical stocks is a lesson in quantity and quality. That is, the best pharma stocks have products that are commercially available. These medicines help bring a steady supply of revenue and, more importantly, earnings through the door. That, in turn, can fund future research and development, For the best pharma stocks, this becomes

Stronger-than-expected retail sales in December indicate an optimistic future for the U.S. economy and retail stocks. The rise in online purchases has contributed to the solid economic ground, prompting economists to revise growth estimates for 2024. The shift toward online shopping and resilience in the labor market are key factors driving the retail industry, while

Undervalued dividend stocks can be one way to kill two birds with one stone. Notably, they provide two routes to returns: dividends and capital appreciation. When both are achieved simultaneously, they can be a powerful compounding force. Not all dividend-paying stocks are good investments. Sometimes, there are risks to high dividend yield stocks, which may

Tech stocks saw high volatility throughout 2023 but are entering the new year on a high note. The future of the economy looks promising, with inflation cooling and, hopefully, interest rates coming down. Several economists have revised their growth projections for the economy and are highly optimistic about 2024. That means now is the time

Investors are increasingly wanting to reflect their values within their stock market portfolios. There has been a surge in interest in socially conscious investing, and understandably so. However, not all green companies necessarily make for great investments. As we’ve seen over the past year, shares prices have tumbled in categories such as wind and solar,

The semiconductor space has been one of the hottest areas of the tech scene over the past year, thanks to the intense heat generated by artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Powering the impressive large language models (LLMs) are special chips that have been working overtime of late. As demand for AI (generative, predictive, etc.) rises, so

According to Fidelity the global business cycle during the fourth quarter can be characterized as an uneven global expansion. That unevenness makes it somewhat difficult to predict where the economy is headed but in general cyclical stocks make sense.  Certain sectors including IT, finance, consumer discretionary, materials, and more tend to be more cyclical. That

In the tech space, certain tech stocks stand as front-liners of innovation and strategic brilliance. This article delves into the riveting strategies of three companies that have not merely weathered the storms of their respective industries, but have charted unprecedented courses of triumph. Read more to explore the first one’s Rule of 60: adherence signifies

Analysts continue to sing the praises of many companies and their stocks. While 2024 has gotten off to a problematic start, many stocks are still attractively valued and well-run and have catalysts that are likely to push their share prices higher in the coming months. Given the rocky start to the year, stocks of blue-chip companies seem

If you’re looking to anchor your portfolio for financial success, buying and holding solid dividend stocks is one of the best strategies you can employ. These stocks are a great investment option for anyone who wants to generate income and build wealth over the long term. These stocks, known for their consistent dividend payments and

As seen with other popular AI plays, excitement for Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock has accelerated to price levels not seen since 2021 thanks to growing excitement about the generative AI growth trend. That’s exciting news, for those already holding this stock. If the rising shares make you hesitant, I understand. Although there are investors

Investors looking for high-risk yet potentially high-reward opportunities can find plenty of them among small-cap growth stocks. Arguably, the small-caps category (stocks with a market capitalization between $300 million and $2 billion) offers the best of both worlds. Small-caps are typically larger, more established enterprises relative to the stocks in the micro-caps category (market cap

Hydrogen stocks will continue to be in focus in 2024. Countries around the world and their citizens continue to express concern over issues including global warming and decarbonization among others.  Hydrogen is particularly important in this regard. When burned, it produces no carbon dioxide. Further, the production of hydrogen produces relatively less greenhouse gas overall

The International Monetary Fund believes that most of the impact from tighter money policies has already affected the U.S. economy, with the rest expected this year. Despite worries about a recession, the U.S. has shown resilience and strong growth since interest rates started going up in March 2022. This suggests a positive outlook for the

According to the Kelley Blue Book, Americans bought a record 1.2 million EVs in 2023 which is 7.6% of the total vehicles sold in the US. That’s up from 5.9% in 2022. Despite a recent decline in EV demand and rising interest rates, it looks like the future is electric and the demand will pick up