Stocks to buy

Hydrogen is quickly becoming an essential part of the green energy matrix. For this reason, I recommend that investors consider the best hydrogen stocks to buy. The hydrogen market is expected to expand in the future, with estimates placing it at $410 billion by 2030. This growth is due to increased innovation and significant spending

Any investor who is looking for a stable source of income would be wise to consider monthly dividend stocks. Unlike traditional dividend stocks that pay out quarterly or annually, monthly dividend stocks provide a consistent and predictable income stream 12 times a year. That makes them attractive for retirees, income-focused investors, and anyone who wants

So far in 2024, healthcare stocks have run into periodic earnings challenges compared to historical first quarters. For example, quarterly earnings for healthcare stocks across the board were down 25% compared to first-quarter 2023 earnings. Even with this setback, the healthcare sector maintained positive returns year-to-date and is still the second largest component of the

Let’s break down some blue- chip stocks for stability when times get tough. This topic feels especially important now, with fears of recession rising. We can see this through the recent spikes in the CBOE Volatility Index. Also known as the “fear index,” it is up nearly 130% since July 29. Over the same period,

Remaining one of the most reputable fintech stocks in the market, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is boosted by its diverse financial services, banking and investment products. In Q1 of fiscal year 2024, the firm achieved a $581 million adjusted net revenue, which is a 26% increase from the prior year of 2023. Then, in Q2 FY24,

Things have taken a turn for the worst in the stock market. After a pronounced selloff on Aug. 2, U.S. indices have continued to fall, with the the technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite index and blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average each falling more than 1,000 points at one point on Aug. 5. The benchmark S&P 500 index

Political tensions have intensified, with Vice President Kamala Harris narrowing the gap in the race against former President Donald Trump. This uncertainty positions stable dividend stocks as wise choices for investors looking to protect their portfolios against volatility in this uncertain political climate. Top large-cap dividend stocks can stand out from the rest. Size matters

Renewable energy stocks haven’t been able to withstand the market pressure and have shown high volatility over the past few quarters. Besides the surplus inventory, the political environment and macroeconomic situations have led to a profit drop. The high rates have hit the companies hard. However, we are all transitioning towards renewable energy adoption and

Markets tanked on Monday because the Japanese central bank raised its interest rate to 0.25%. Interest rates were originally at a benchmark between 0 and 0.1, meaning a minor 15- to 25-basis-point increase had significant consequences for investors who were making margin calls with Yen.  Investors raced to sell off their stock and repay their

The Dow Jones is one of the oldest benchmarks in investing. Introduced in 1896, the index remains a popular benchmark for measuring the economy. There’s certainly more to measuring the economy than a single benchmark, but investors have used it as a gauge for many years. The index has undergone many changes since its introduction

Cybersecurity issues are only getting worse, creating opportunities for some of the best cybersecurity stocks. Unfortunately, many of us, including businesses and governments around the world, still aren’t prepared. And it’s not as if the CrowdStrike (NASDAQ:CRWD) issue helped much. Even with fixes in circulation, there’s an issue, as CNBC said: “As organizations scramble to

The best cruise stocks are navigating a sea of opportunity as the sector continues its emphatic recovery from pandemic lows. Cruise liners, especially the market forerunners, have done an exceptional job of returning from the pandemic nightmare. Over the past few years, we’ve seen a marked increase in bookings and consumer demand for travel and

Dividend stocks allow investors to generate income without selling their assets. This setup presents several advantages. Dividend payouts can help with living expenses, and if you aren’t retired yet, you can reinvest each dividend back into the stock.  The good hallmarks of a promising dividend stock include rising financials, an impressive dividend growth rate, and

If you live in a city or large metropolitan area, finding an electric vehicle charging station is likely no problem. Most hookups are located on both coasts. Head into the interior, though, and it becomes more dicey. Selling EVs to people with few battery charging options will make them a tough sell. And it is

In light of Micron Technology’s (NASDAQ:MU) high leverage to the ongoing AI boom, very rapid growth and low valuation, I recommend that investors buy the shares of the memory-chip maker. Also importantly, many on Wall Street appear to be quite bullish on MU stock despite its anemic valuation. High Leverage to the AI Boom On

The latest decision by the Federal Reserve to hold rates steady is not doing any favors to the stock market overall. The decision to do nothing is stoking fears of a recession, sending broad market indices lower in the process. That said, tech continues to lead the way, and the relative safety of the Dow

In 2024, AI stocks remain crucial as generative AI and machine learning continue to be key drivers of investor interest. Despite market fluctuations, AI stocks have shown resilience, even in these uncertain times. And while many top AI names have seen significant declines from their recent peaks, it’s important to zoom out. The stocks I’m

The technology sector continued to plunge on Monday following a surprising hawkish tilt by the Bank of Japan, which caused the Japanese stock market to crater by a double-digit percentage. Still, investors seeking AI-enabled growth at a double-digit percentage discount may finally have an opportunity to do some buying. Undoubtedly, it feels quite difficult to

Between last Friday and this past Monday, August 5, stocks nosedived on the back of July’s weak jobs report. The unexpectedly high unemployment number rekindled fears that the Federal Reserve has held rates too high for too long, inadvertently ushering the U.S. into a recession. Investors got spooked and began selling hand over fist, sending

Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) is a U.S.-based electric vehicle producer gearing up to release its second-quarter 2024 earnings after the bell on August 6. Based on its key financial and operational indicators, Rivian stock is a ‘Hold’ going into the upcoming earnings report. Production and delivery figures have met expectations, yet profitability still needs to be