The biotech industry is notably risky, but can produce stocks that see massive gains within a day. How can this happen? Well, many of these companies depend on FDA approval for their drugs to enter the market. This is essential since the drug sales comprise a large portion of these companies’ revenue. However, many of
Just when we thought the stock market was catching a break, it now has the hurricane season to contend with. The Dow popped for the seventh straight day last week, offering hope for a sustained rally ahead. However, with the Atlantic hurricane season particularly stormy this year, it’s probably apt to be thinking about stocks
Stocks hitting a new 52-week high is a psychological hurdle for investors. Particularly if a stock has been in the doldrums and now breaks out to a new high, investors tend to want to sell to capture profits. While it may not seem smart to sell stocks at 52-week highs, these stocks are not a
The renewable energy space has seen better days. The iShares Global Clean Energy ETF (NASDAQ:ICLN) is down about 23.9% over the past 12 months per trading data from Tuesday’s session. If we look even further back, say, over the past three years, the exchange-traded fund has suffered a dramatic 33.2% plummet in value. This contrasts
Despite the robust Q1 2024 financial reports Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) stock took a hit following its earnings report earlier this month. Overall, I believe the expectation for Palantir Technologies stock is very high, which could explain why the stock reacted the way it did. Investors may fear the company’s inability to meet expectations. The company
The stock market rebounded last week, igniting hopes of a sustained rally. However, in contrast to the previous AI-powered rally, the spotlight is now on recession-proof stocks. In this scenario, wagering on cloud computing stocks to buy on the dip will likely result in robust upside. Cloud computing has become a mission-critical service for businesses
Consider buying these EV stocks if you want your portfolio to go “green!” The global automotive industry is undergoing profound transformations right now, with the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) reshaping the landscape. As concerns over climate change intensify and technological advancements accelerate, investors are increasingly turning their attention to companies in this sector.
Dividend Aristocrats are held in high regard amongst investors due to their proven ability to achieve robust financial results and pay growing dividends over extended time periods. Considering an essential requirement of being a Dividend Aristocrat is increasing dividends for 25 consecutive years, they deserve the praise they get. However, what if I proposed that
With corporate bankruptcy filings on the rise, you may be interested in figuring out the list of stocks at risk of bankruptcy. Interestingly enough, while hundreds of corporations have filed for bankruptcy so far this year, only a few are well-known, publicly traded companies. Retailers Express (OTCMKTS:EXPRQ) and Joann (OTCMKTS:JOANQ) are two key examples. Yet,
Robotics and automation go hand in hand. Inflationary pressures have been plaguing both consumers and business owners. This has lead to there now being several robotics stocks to sell. Over the last several years, not only did prices increase in certain commodities, but the U.S. labor market has also experienced high relative wage gains, particularly
Meme stocks have the potential to completely change the portfolio health even with a limited exposure of 5% to 10%. The best example now is Carvana (NYSE:CVNA), which surged from under-$5 levels at the beginning of 2023 to $117. At the same time, there are meme stock ideas that have destroyed wealth. These meme stocks
Adversity frequently presents chances for recovery and expansion in the stock market. Following recent market declines, three equities have emerged as strong candidates for recovery. Despite their difficulties, these organizations have core competencies and proactive measures that set them up for substantial recoveries. The first one leads the way in the entertainment industry’s revolution, with
Apple’s (NASDQ:AAPL) first-quarter financial results contained some very discouraging signs, making the stock a sell in the near-term. Up until now, it has been easy to defend Apple stock. Sales of the company’s electronic devices — its iPhones and MacBooks — had been slowing, but the services side of the business — streaming and Apple
Crisis will eventually lead to opportunity with some of the top hydrogen stocks to buy. For one, the industry is still waiting to see if restrictive Section 45V tax credits will be loosened. Should that happen, we could see some positive action with related stocks. Two, we also have to remember that according to MarketsandMarkets,
Wall Street investors have been paying close attention to the growth in Asia. In 2023, despite various challenges in the region, especially in China’s real estate sector, stocks in a number of countries saw double-digit returns. The high-performing stocks came esepcially from Taiwan, Japan, India, South Korea, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Therefore, in this article, we
Investors may want to pay close attention to the 5G Internet of Things (IoT) market. That’s because, by 2030 it could be worth about $285.28 billion, according to Allied Market Research, up from about $1.45 billion in 2020. Even better, according to Precedence Research, the 5G IoT market could be worth about $823.14 billion by
Social networks have changed consumer behavior since their introduction. Advertisers flock to these platforms for targeted ad placements and higher conversion rates than most advertising channels. These platforms benefit from winning people’s attention and have gotten very good at it. Many consumers habitually visit their favorite social networks through smartphone apps, desktops and other means. Some social media stocks
Even if you’re more of a short-term thinker when it comes to investing, it’s still a good idea to put some money into blue-chip stocks that have been around forever and will likely be around forever into the future. Many stocks these days can fizzle out soon, and most of the hot new tech names today probably won’t stand the
As the S&P 500 races toward new highs, some investors see small-cap value stocks as the best bet for long-term growth amid growing concerns about index-based stock concentration. As mega-caps like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) disproportionately drive the S&P 500’s performance, the index becomes more vulnerable to fluctuations—a few missteps could significantly impact your entire portfolio. In
Real estate is the worst-performing sector, down over 5% year-to-date (YTD). Due to higher for longer rates, there has been a broad-based selloff. Investors are throwing out the baby with the bath water. And now, there are some cheap REITs to buy. The major issue for REITs has been the rise of the work-from-home phenomenon,