Metaverse stocks captured immense attention in 2021 before quickly fading from the investment scene. Many now dismiss metaverse stocks as artifacts of the zero interest rate era, and while there’s truth in this, the reality is more nuanced. Like other rapidly emerging sectors like cannabis and space exploration, metaverse stocks initially surged on speculation but
Wall Street continues to dislike Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) because it is losing large amounts of money, and the Street has little or no tolerance for such companies because interest rates are high. Moreover, many of those who believe that higher-for-longer rates will inevitably doom such firms are selling short the shares of companies like Plug
Is the market likely to see a reset, similar to the ones after the dot-com bubble in 2000 and the 2008 financial crisis? As with everything in economics, opinions are divided. In this uncertain environment, identifying energy stocks to avoid becomes a critical strategy for investors looking to safeguard their portfolios. What is known is
5G stocks have an increasingly bad rap, as initial trends (reminiscent of blockchain enthusiasm, then artificial intelligence exuberance) pointed to every 5G company as a millionaire-maker. But, just as we saw with blockchain and are starting to see with AI, only a handful of companies are truly innovative and worth buying for the long-term: the
There are some REITs to avoid in this continued “higher for longer” interest rate environment. These investment vehicles are particularly sensitive to rising interest rates due to their reliance on debt financing. In this economic climate, REITs with high leverage ratios, short-term debt maturities and limited cash flows may struggle to maintain profitability and dividend
The Global X Hydrogen ETF (NASDAQ:HYDR) was launched on July 12, 2021. The ETF included hydrogen stocks to buy that were benefiting from the global hydrogen industry. Nearly four years later, it has less than $38 million in net assets invested across 25 companies. The ETF itself has lost 79% of its value as of
There might be better times to invest in EV stocks, and I think now is the time to look for EV stocks to avoid instead. The sector is grappling with a myriad of challenges, with the biggest fishes losing a ton of value of late. With the sector’s bellwethers struggling, the situation for smaller players
Even though semiconductors and microchips are such an integral part of the global economy, there are still some chip stocks to avoid. It’s not because of a lack of demand or even customers, considering that nearly every country in the world needs microchips for one reason or another. Rather, the warning signs can be more insidious for retail investors who
Should you support a company if the government does? That’s a personal choice, of course. However, there’s no denying that Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) will have a huge advantage with the government’s financial support. For that reason, it makes perfect sense to buy Micron Technology stock now. Really, it’s not a question of whether the Micron share
Curious why a veteran trader believes the market will scream higher by summer? Or why he believes the recent lows from the past few weeks might be the lowest point for the rest of 2024? You’ll find out now because Jeff Remsburg, the editor of the daily InvestorPlace Digest, just finished up an interview with
Traditionally, consumer staples stocks are seen by the Street primarily as safe havens during recessions. But that tradition was formed during a 50-year period in which America experienced very little of what we’re seeing now: relatively strong economic growth and relatively high inflation. During such periods, some staples providers are often able to raise prices
Growth stocks have been huge winners over the past 18 months. Investors have shrugged off the sector’s 2022 bust and returned to growth and technology names with great enthusiasm. This move makes sense. The Federal Reserve’s planned rate cuts for later this year could be a major catalyst for the growth names in particular. And
Detroit’s comeback is nothing short of a miracle. As a city, it was dead and buried as recently as 2013, when it declared bankruptcy with more than $18 billion in debt. It has come a long way since those dark days. It’s not perfect — no city is. However, it’s attracting attention from various places,
The economy continues to give investors mixed signals. Inflation remains at higher-than-average levels — compared to the Federal Reserve’s preferred 2% target. But that hasn’t satiated the demand for airline travel. That doesn’t mean, however, that every airline is a good investment. Poor analyst sentiment suggests there are several airline stocks to avoid. The last
As an investor, tech stocks have been an appealing choice over the last year as excitement about products such as generative AI pushed the sector higher. But not all are winners. Tech stocks that are not performing well or facing challenges, knowing when to sell can be even more critical. Rather than holding on and
Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) stock isn’t having a good year so far. Those who bet on the rise of a viable Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) competitor have had their hopes dashed once again. The luxury electric vehicle stock has seen its share price plummet 40.6% as of the end of Tuesday’s trading session. Continued macroeconomic uncertainty and anemic demand
Every once in a while, a company may undergo a rough period financially or take a hit to its public perception. Sometimes, these maladies can persist quarter after quarter, and cause the company’s stock to tank. It’s important to remember, however, that so long as the company does not financially collapse or cease to exist,
The National recently reported a declining number of listed companies on the U.S., U.K. and European stock markets. Despite record high share prices, the supply of stocks is dwindling due to bankruptcies, private ownership and fewer new listings. The U.S has about 5,000 fewer listed companies than expected for an economy of its size. At
There’s been a significant divergence in the way in which large-cap stocks have performed versus their small-to-mid cap counterparts. More poignantly, U.S. equities performance is increasingly tied to how larger, well-known companies are doing. The way in which indices like the Nasdaq and S&P500 have risen against the Russell 2000 showcases this. The S&P500 currently
Investing in certain penny stocks to buy during a volatile economy can present unique opportunities for investors. Typically priced below $5 per share (at a discount), these stocks often exhibit heightened volatility, translating into significant short-term gains for those adept at timing the market. Furthermore, penny stocks may offer diversification benefits, as they tend to