Stocks to buy

With monetary tightening nearing an end, the S&P 500 index has been trending higher. Citigroup (NYSE:C) expects the S&P 500 index to touch 4,600 levels by the end of the year. The firm also expects the index will touch 5,000 in 2024. If bullish catalysts play out, growth and penny stocks can gain momentum. Investors can

The electric vehicle market has gained a lot of traction in the past few years. This trend is due to a couple of reasons: one, governments worldwide have been pouring money into the industry, usually via subsidies, and two, consumers have begun shifting their preferences from carbon emissions vehicles. This has led to the rise

There’s no foolproof method for making money in the stock market, and, in my view, no one should rely on any one technique for picking stocks. After all, using multiple criteria — including analyzing fundamentals, checking charts, and identifying macro trends — should increase one’s chances of success. One method that I will often use

AdvisorShares, the company managing the world’s largest hemp exchange-traded fund Poseidon Dynamic Cannabis ETF (NYSEARCA:PSDN), has reported a waning interest in cannabis stocks. The cannabis industry in the U.S. faces harsh realities of supply surplus, declining wholesale prices, stricter regulations, and distribution challenges. However, where crisis dawns for some, opportunities can emerge for others. In

While hanging up the boots may be a concept that’s decades away for some of you, it’s never too early to start targeting retirement stocks to buy. Of course, if you’re younger, you have the luxury of time to take some risks. However, you also want to set aside some funds to build a solid

Tech stocks have been top performers in the stock market. While FAANG stocks have stolen the spotlight for a decade, other tech stocks have also been reaping massive gains. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) didn’t receive as much spotlight in the early 2010s. That stock only recently got thrust into the spotlight, and no one sleeps on that stock anymore.

We are all aware of the many companies doing amazing work in different sectors of our economies ecosystems. However, a little extra admiration has to be shown for the impressive companies engaging in advancing technology to help explore and navigate the next frontier. Are you curious to know which are the top space stocks that

After a lackluster 2022, growth stocks are shimmering with promise this year. Interestingly, as inflation shows signs of slowing, we can sense a palpable shift in the way investors view the top growth stocks. With the 2023 market rally in full swing, it’s an opportune moment to closely examine the most promising growth stocks to

If you want to become a millionaire, invest wisely. One way to potentially do that is by investing in solid stocks, especially those with a solid history of growth. Or, with inflation cooling and consumer spending improving, several sectors are booming, creating even more opportunities to find hot stocks to buy. In fact, here are seven

Defensive industries are typically looked at by investors in times of uncertainty. Indeed, we have interest rates near 40 year highs, inflation is still high, and the inverted yield curve and other factors point to a likely recession on the horizon. Yes, we haven’t seen this expected recession materialize yet. However, there are plenty of

One of the best ways to hunt for oversold fintech stocks to buy is by reviewing the 63 holdings held by the Global X FinTech ETF (NASDAQ:FINX). It tracks the performance of the Indxx Global FinTech Thematic Index. The methodology page states that the names in the index are companies in developed markets “that are offering

Machine learning (ML) is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that enables computers to learn from data and experience without explicit programming. The potential of generative AI has made machine learning stocks among the hottest investments in 2023. The technology has numerous applications in various industries, including cloud computing, cybersecurity and online search and discovery.

I have long been upbeat on the eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) sector because eVTOLS, also known as flying cars, are much cheaper than helicopters to operate but are very similar to helicopters from an operational standpoint. Specifically, like helicopters, eVTOLs land vertically, enabling them to transport people to many points within cities. This

Market volatility has struck again. Last week, U.S. equities continued their slide in August, leaving many market-watchers wondering whether or not equities in general had reached their peak. The attributed to this precipitous decline in share prices is most likely multi-faceted. There is the Federal Reserve, which still is not sure it will pause on interest rates

Artificial intelligence is changing the drug-discovery process by making it much faster and cheaper.  Traditionally, most biotech stock drug candidates fail. Indeed, according to Nature, “An estimated 86% of drug candidates developed between 2000 and 2015 did not meet their stated endpoints.” And the well-respected consulting firm McKinsey reported that “Today, to discover and develop a

Investors should focus on a very diversified portfolio, and manufacturing stocks are a great addition to that. Manufacturing and other industrial companies can offer a more stable ROI than more volatile industries, such as technology and energy stocks. Industrial companies tend to weather difficult times in the market better than others because manufacturing jobs and

Hydrogen energy is slowly developing its space within the world’s energy grid. Unfortunately, the newfound demand for cleaner energy has not reinvigorated investment into hydrogen energy when compared to solar or wind energy. A lot of this has to do with costs. “Grey hydrogen,” which is derived primarily from natural gas and coal represents 98% of

Navigating the vast ocean of investment opportunities, the quest for the best AI stocks is virtually on every astute investor’s radar. As we ride this technological tsunami, it’s clear that the AI renaissance has propelled a few companies to the stratosphere while others are revving up on the tarmac. Though teeming with innovations, the bustling

When it comes to investing in dividend stocks, some investors focus mainly on yield. This can sometimes lead to investing too heavily in stocks that, while offering a high yield, could end up becoming dividend traps, whether from cutting/suspending their dividends, and/or from shares declining in value, outweighing the large payouts. Other investors focus on dividend

A handful of stocks to buy under $20 can offer investors explosive returns in uncertain market conditions. The article lists names that might not immediately grab headlines, but their strategic focus and innovative progressiveness qualify them as potential multi-baggers. These three stocks to buy under $20 share a common thread of innovation and strategic alignment,