With their low prices and tendency to be more volatile than the overall market, many investors see penny stocks as a possible opportunity for extremely high returns. Yet while the opportunity is there to generate fast gains in a short time frame, this may not be the best approach. A better way to approach these types
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In today’s dynamic financial markets, stocks often search for momentum, sometimes in the most unlikely corners. Surprisingly, the spark for some stocks in need of a boost has been Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. Instead of solely relying on global events or corporate earnings, financial analysts now have a pop sensation’s tour dates on their radar.
Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) stock steadily declined since the start of 2022. Many investors are staying away, but some may be wondering whether there’s merit in making PFE stock a bottom-fisher’s buy. Among healthcare stocks, this pharmaceutical giant is seemingly a bargain. Shares currently trade for just 10 times forward earnings. The stock also sports a very
When you’re looking for good investment options in the fourth quarter, top tech stocks should be at the top of your list. And the best way to evaluate tech stocks is by using the Portfolio Grader. Tech companies, by nature, are innovative and, therefore, are in the best position to capitalize on emerging trends and
October is renowned for its potential to unsettle investors with significant market drops, a trend that continues from the previous month. Indeed, while certain stocks have shown an ability to weather volatility, some falling stocks are down and could still see greater declines. Here are three such stocks that have been down significantly recently and
One way to get portfolio exposure to both fossil fuels and clean energy is by owning Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) stock. To a certain extent, XOM’s success depends on the ups and downs of the petroleum industry. Not everyone wants to ride out the oil market’s waves, so consider the risks and potential rewards before investing in
The list of stocks hedge funds are buying is always lengthy but according to Morgan Stanley, hedge funds have been allocating capital to a select group of beaten down stocks on expectations that they will likely rebound in the coming months. Hedge funds are taking advantage of the 3% and 4% decline in European and
With Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) stock poised to benefit tremendously from the rapidly rebounding digital advertising market and the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI), Alphabet’s shares are definitely worth buying at this point. What’s more, the company is growing rapidly, while the valuation of GOOG stock remains attractive. The U.S. Digital Ad Market’s Comeback and the
Suffice it to say, Clorox (NYSE:CLX) is roundly unloved on Wall Street right now. The pessimism may continue for a little while longer, so don’t be too early if you’re planning to buy CLX stock. It shouldn’t be too much longer before a big window of opportunity opens up, however. Clorox is America’s famous seller
Since going public in June 2021, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) hasn’t met investor expectations. Despite a 59% drop from its IPO price, it rebounded in 2023, surging 98%. Before buying, it’s crucial to consider the pros and cons of this fintech stock. Moreover, SOFI has experienced a rollercoaster ride. Despite facing challenges due to the extended
The early investors in Tesla have already minted money. However, the electric vehicle sector is likely to create more millionaires in the coming years. Given the fact that EVs are still at an early stage of adoption globally, headroom for growth is immense for some of the best EV companies. It’s time to focus on
Immediately following the initial shock of the COVID-19 pandemic, the narrative of low-volatility stocks admittedly didn’t make much sense. With the benefit of hindsight, we can see that the additional influx of cash that retail investors had poured into higher-risk ventures. As a result, the traditional safe stocks fell by the wayside, replaced with a
As investors and traders alike have settled into the “higher for longer” mindset for interest rates, U.S. equities have experienced a lot of selling pressure in recent weeks. The S&P 500 is down 2% in the last 3 months, while the Nasdaq has fallen 1.44%. However, bearish times can still present good moments to invest
While enterprises with diminutive market capitalizations tend to be high-risk, high-reward ventures, you can shift the odds in your favor with small-cap stocks with buy ratings. Thanks to the nod from Wall Street experts, you can feel a little bit more comfortable with the speculative step that you’re taking. Now, to be 100% clear, small-cap
While innovations such as artificial intelligence have taken off, the “analog” segment of the market – the anti-AI stocks if you will – have fell by the wayside. Frankly, that’s an understandable dynamic given the paradigm-shifting potential of advanced technologies. Nevertheless, you don’t want to ignore the old-school fundamentals. Yes, seemingly everything in society focuses
During the Covid-19 pandemic, there was a surge in online gaming stocks even as casinos took a hit. In a post-pandemic era, there seems to be a fine balance between online and offline gaming. Virtual reality gaming also promises to be a game-changer for the industry. By 2026, the market for VR and AR gaming
With the stock market slump since the start of August, investors have new opportunities to buy several leading blue-chip stocks at bargain prices. Many well-known companies and household names had share prices fall 10% or more since mid-summer, when all three major U.S. indices declined on renewed worries of sticky inflation, elevated interest rates, and
In 2023, stocks have generally fared better than the previous year. Yet, some high-growth stocks have slowed down amid uncertainties like a potential recession and higher interest rates. Despite a strong first half of the year, major indexes have recently retreated. This pullback has created an opportunity to invest in industry-leading companies at reduced prices.
These seven stocks are in trouble. While the broader market struggles with ongoing interest rate hikes, constrained cash and more, these seven stocks suffer more than most. But all hope isn’t lost — if the companies can mount buyouts. Oftentimes, larger firms hunt for smaller firms with a semi-viable product or existing operational model for
The future of solar is bright and governments across the world are trying their best to achieve their goal to transition towards a carbon-free electric grid. This is spelling big things for solar stocks. While it is easier said than done, we have seen tremendous progress this year and I believe this momentum is set