Stocks to buy

Nothing so focuses the attention on day trading like the profits generated by the wild swings of GameStop (NYSE:GME). But what GameStop lacks is what blue-chip stocks offer, and that makes them ideal for day trading, too. Protection against the pain of  ruinous losses from being on the wrong side of a GameStop swing is the most obvious.

Market momentum continues to carry equities higher. On June 6, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at another record high, led by technology stocks. With rates backing off, growth stock picks will continue to rally. There is a strong case for growth over value. Notably, growth outperformed value since the 2007-2008 financial crisis. Due to

In the constantly changing world of investments, determining which stocks to buy can be a frustrating task. However, market turmoil should not be a reason to ignore certain salient features of companies that promise stability and growth in their business. In this article, we present three such stocks that have shone not only because of

With numerous chip stocks overheating at the hands of the generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) boom, the start of summer seems like an opportunistic time to take a few chips (forgive the pun) off the table. With all of the hype surrounding lower rates, perhaps some high-flyers in the semiconductor industry have gone a bit

The stock market has recently sent many investors on a wild ride. Many sectors have experienced impressive growth over the last year, with the S&P 500 Index reporting 24% growth while the average yearly return is roughly 10%. Many investors are still very interested in adding capital to existing positions and taking on new positions

Tech stocks have been on a remarkable rally lately, largely fueled by investors capitalizing on the artificial intelligence (AI) hype. To a rather large extent, this trend is being fueled by Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Its explosive results in recent quarters have set the stage for a broader tech boom. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape

Small-cap stocks are currently drawing considerable attention from numerous investors, including myself. Generally, these smaller companies boast more attractive valuations compared to their large-cap peers, presenting an opportunity for the significant returns that investors often pursue. The previous year was marked by a notable narrowness in market performance, dominated by the “Magnificent Seven,” which drove

Stock market investors who are bullish on U.S. interest rate cuts in 2024 can look to many factors to substantiate their hopes. As expected, the Federal Reserve did not cut rates at the most recent central bank meeting. However, the expectation of one or two cuts this year remains. The European Central Bank (ECB) on

While it’s just an aphorism, the adage sell in May and go away generally rings true. Seasonality makes certain months not pleasant for the equities sector, though there are best stocks to avoid June gloom. As InvestorPlace contributor Rich Duprey mentioned not too long ago, “June is absolutely the worst month in which to invest,

Cash-cow stocks represent a distinctive category in the stock market that retail investors tend to underappreciate. But what are cash-cow stocks? As the name suggests, cash-cow stocks generate substantial, predictable and recurring free cash flow per share. This metric is generally more telling than earnings per share because it provides a clearer picture of the

Income investors on Wall Street favor dividend stocks, especially those that consistently pay high dividends around 5%. These shares offer cash flow from their investments and provide the opportunity to reinvest dividends. In other words, focusing on such dividend stocks potentially means increased immediate earnings as well as long-term wealth accumulation. So far in 2024,

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) remains the stock market’s most valuable company, worth $3.15 trillion. That’s a mind-boggling number. But how long will it hold onto the top spot of trillion-dollar stocks?  Both Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) fight for the second sport with both worth about $3 trillion. Apple is No. 2 as of this writing, but

As the Federal Reserve maintains its benchmark interest rate, investors’ focus sharpens on stocks with upside potential. With limited room for movement in any direction, the stable rate sets the stage for a significant announcement later this week. It will reveal the Federal Reserve’s outlook for possible rate cuts later this year. This moment provides

Artificial intelligence stocks are highly valued in today’s stock market principally because AI plays like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) are becoming the principal growth drivers of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. These AI stocks are also one of the main reasons the stock market returned 10.2% in the first quarter, its best performance since 2019. Rising interest rates

We’re getting closer to flying cars, creating a big opportunity for flying car stocks. House lawmakers now want the U.S. Air Force to make its electric flying car a reality.  In fact, “A House subcommittee’s section of the proposed 2025 National Defense Authorization Act directs the Air Force and the Pentagon to set up a working

Battery stocks are a compelling investment opportunity that every investor should consider. These companies offer significant growth potential and play a crucial role in the global transition to a carbon-free energy model. As the world rapidly shifts towards renewable energy and electric vehicles (EVs), battery technology is becoming increasingly important. This forms my article for

The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 has been on an impressive run this year. It is now up 15% year-to-date, outpacing the S&P 500 by a slight margin and the Dow Jones Industrial Average by a landslide. As the tech-led rally heads into summer, things will get interesting, especially for investors looking for the Federal Reserve to

Selecting dividend stocks to buy involves more than just pursuing high yields. Many companies with limited growth prospects resort to distributing excess cash to shareholders to keep the wolves (activist investors and angry stakeholders) at bay rather than face scrutiny for stagnant operational models. More concerning is when firms borrow funds to artificially boost their

Most penny stocks are terrible investments. Typically trading for less than $1 per share, penny stocks are story stocks in search of a reason to exist. They often have no customers, no sales, and, worse, no profits. Yet the allure of investing in penny stocks is understandable. You can control hundreds or thousands of shares

Very quietly, self-driving vehicles are on the verge of becoming mainstream. In China, robotaxis have become so popular that their makers are nearly breaking even financially and will probably become profitable in 2025. In the U.S., Amazon’s (NASDAQ:AMZN) robotaxis are being tested in three cities: San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Seattle, while two more, Miami