On Monday, shares of Troika Media Group (NASDAQ:TRKA) spiked over 30% on unusual retail interest. Over 100,000 million trades had taken place by lunch. Ordinarily, I’d ignore such moves. The attention spans of social media-based investors can feel fleeting at best — a fact that CNBC reporters decided to prove in 2021. And plenty of
The search for top dividend-paying financial stocks is on. Of course, in this market environment, stability matters more than growth. Banks that provide steady dividend income may be considered relatively stable without a financial crisis. Indeed, 2008 shook investors’ confidence in this sector. While it doesn’t appear like we’re on the brink of yet another financial calamity,
The metaverse has been met with significant skepticism and considerable loss so far. But don’t write the industry or metaverse growth stocks off just yet. According to a recent McKinsey report, the revenue opportunity within the metaverse could reach $5 trillion by 2030. In fact, “Within a decade, the metaverse has the potential to drive a
Investing in tech stocks is becoming increasingly popular as the stock market grows. With tech companies continuing to innovate and develop new products, tech stocks offer investors the potential for great returns, making them a great investment choice. The stock market is full of opportunities. And investing in tech stocks can be one of the
A Union Pacific locomotive crosses Highway 118 in Somis, California. Stephen Osman | Los Angeles Times | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Union Pacific – Union Pacific’s stock nearly 10% after the company announced that its current CEO would step down in 2023. Bank of America upgraded the railroad
The term “best stock to buy” applies differently to each investor according to their risk appetite. Thus, picking three stocks that fit all retail investors isn’t possible. However, it is possible to find the three best stocks for the three main types of retail investors. These types are risk-averse, risk-neutral, and risk-seeking. Risk-averse investors seek
At first glance, it might look like Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) stock offers a good value and dividends combo. Don’t fall headfirst into a value trap, however. Now is a time to exercise prudence as, despite the company’s foray into the cloud, Dell is likely to continue struggling amid a weak personal computer (PC) market. Dell
For weeks, financial traders placed their bets in anticipation of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Lucid Group’s (NASDAQ:LCID) fourth-quarter 2022 earnings report. The initial response to the quarterly release was a steep drop in LCID stock. The selloff appears to be justified by the data, which indicates soft sales and a less-than-ideal capital position for Lucid
Formerly an obscure company, machine learning software specialist C3.ai (NYSE:AI) is now a focal point for investors of all stripes. AI stock offers pure-play exposure to the red-hot artificial intelligence (AI) industry, which could grow exponentially during the coming years. Plus, a team-up with Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), a giant in e-commerce and cloud computing, makes C3.ai a
Retails traders aren’t the only ones looking closely at electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) now. There are billionaires getting into the trade, and one is buying RIVN stock while the other is scaling back his position. At the same time, a prominent analyst is making the case that Rivian could pose a serious threat
When Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) released its Q1 results on Feb. 14, traditional investors might have felt a pang of despair. The zero-revenue electric vehicle firm lost another $376 million in a single quarter — an impressive feat for a firm worth only $400 million on public markets. Corporate governance watchdogs would have also balked. CEO
Search queries focusing on stocks with the highest short interest this week are generating tremendous buzz. Few other subsegments within the capital market enable regular retail investors to enjoy enormous upside within a condensed period. Yet prospective participants must realize the dangers involved. At its core, betting on the stocks with the highest short interest
Artificial intelligence could change just about everything we know, creating massive opportunities in AI stocks. In healthcare, AI can help doctors sift through hundreds of drugs and choose the best one, based on a rapid analysis of papers, data, and records, as well as find trends and treat potential health issues before they appear through regular
High-yield dividend stocks offer relatively high dividend yields compared to the average dividend stock. Generally, I view a high-yield dividend to be above the 4-5% range. Investors can calculate a dividend yield by taking the dividend distribution of a company as a percentage of a given stock’s share price. Importantly, high-yield dividend stocks offer an attractive source of
The simple black dress is considered a foundational piece. It just doesn’t go out of fashion. And in some situations, it’s the most appropriate option. The same can be said with dividend stocks. This article will give you seven dividend stocks to buy while the market appears to be heading lower. If you’re at the stage
Customers shop at a Best Buy store on August 24, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. Scott Olson | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Union Pacific — Shares rose 9.5% after the company said CEO Lance Fritz would have a successor named this year. Bank of America upgraded the stock to
Although tech stocks overall are still struggling, tech stocks with exposure to artificial intelligence and machine learning have taken off thus far in 2023, especially in the case of C3.ai (NYSE:AI). Year-to-date, AI stock has more than doubled in price. With the launch of ChatGPT, Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) partnership with OpenAI, ChatGPT’s developer, and the subsequent
Will investors of Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) have a “magical” experience in 2023? It’s hard to be confident in DIS stock when Disney is preparing to bring back dividend payments but also intends to reduce its capital outlays. Plus, Disney is losing subscribers for its streaming service and appears to have a cash-burn problem. Generations of
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