Although tech stocks represented one of the worst-hit sectors in the malaise that is 2022, a few of these tech stocks to buy could make a surprising comeback in Dec. While it’s no guarantee, the festive holiday spirit seems to have lifted moods. As an example, the technology-centric Nasdaq Composite posted a gain of 3%
Many people have trouble deciding where to invest their money. There are so many options, but it can be difficult to decide which one of them is the best. However, the current market can seem like a bonanza for the risk-tolerant investor. Quality companies are available at a steep discount to historical highs because of
In this article MANU LU AAPL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Microsoft logo is seen on a smartphone placed on displayed Activision Blizzard logo in this illustration taken January 18, 2022. Dado Ruvic | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading Friday. Apple — Apple’s stock shed 2% on Friday after
2022 was a tough one for tech stocks. Most were walloped with higher interest rates, fears of aggressive rate hikes, geopolitical issues, economic concerns, and fed-up consumers. It chased even the sanest investors from the market. While it’s impossible to find a risk-free investment, some are safer than others – especially if they’re leaders in
Warren Buffett Gerard Miller | CNBC Warren Buffett donated more than $750 million in Berkshire Hathaway stock to four foundations associated with his family on Thanksgiving eve, and the legendary investor said the timing was no coincidence as this is his way of giving thanks to his children for their charitable work. “I’ve got a personal pride
In this article TSLA ATVI MANU BBBY Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Activision Blizzard (ATVI) – Activision Blizzard slid 3.3% in premarket trading after Politico reported the Federal Trade Commission is likely to sue to block Microsoft‘s $69 billion purchase of the videogame publisher. Tesla
Each week brings contradictory news regarding the state of the economy. One week we read about heads of major companies being sure that a recession is coming in 2023. During the next week, stocks jump on better-than-anticipated CPI numbers. A few days later, the markets give back those gains, and investors are left wondering if
In this article OXY FANG COIN CVNA RH DIS Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A performer dressed as Mickey Mouse entertains guests during the reopening of the Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Disney — Shares jumped 5% after
Although respected financial analysts consistently steer their clients away from penny stocks, they still attract new recruits. Obviously, the allure of quick riches represents a universal temptation. As well, the boost of adrenaline or other native stimulants that speculative ventures arouse may entice and addict passersby. Call it the horror-film fascination thesis. To be fair,
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For investors looking for growth, biotech stocks are a great place to start one’s search. This is a sector that’s seen its valuation multiples decline in many cases to a greater extent than the overall market. Thus, while many biotech stocks exhibit strong growth trajectories, these companies often trade at bargain prices. Much of that has
In this article CSG.N-CH DE MANU JWN C Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Bloomberg Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading Wednesday: Citigroup — The stock dropped 2.2% after Citigroup was told it must address weaknesses in its management of financial data by U.S. banking regulators. Those regulatory groups said the issues
A stock that scores a perfect 10 should be on every investor’s list of stocks to buy. Any company that receives full marks on quality, value, or growth are stocks I’d considering a perfect 10. For this article, I’m using StockRover’s stock screening tool, which screens for such qualities among a very large basket of
What does a bottoming process in a stock look like? In the case of microprocessor manufacturing giant Intel (NASDAQ:INTC), reaching rock bottom is bound to involve layoffs and a general sense of pessimism. The layoffs aren’t going to be pleasant, but they’re a sign that Intel’s management is doing what’s needed to turn the company around
In this article MANU HPQ DE JWN Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Deere (DE) – The heavy equipment maker reported better-than-expected profit and revenue for its latest quarter and issued an upbeat outlook. Deere said it benefited from positive farm fundamentals and increased infrastructure investment.
It’s only been a few weeks since CVS Health (NYSE:CVS) stock gave its investors some relief, with its settling of opioid litigation. Now the health services giant has made an announcement that could also change the prognosis for CVS stock. I’m talking about its plans to launch a new share repurchase program. Along with an expanding
It’s getting ugly out there. That’s especially true in the tech sector, where a growing number of companies are undertaking mass layoffs. Heading into the end 0f the year, some technology companies have announced the biggest workforce reductions in their history as their businesses slow and they grapple with ongoing supply chain issues and persistent
In this article VMW ADSK HPQ JWN Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Nordstrom store in Irvine, California. Scott Mlyn | CNBC Check out the companies making headlines after hours. Nordstrom — Shares fell 9% after the department store reaffirmed its full-year forecast. Nordstrom’s latest results beat profit and sales expectations, according to consensus
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down around 6.2% year to date. Of the 30 stocks in the index, 14 are down at least 10% for the year. That should make it relatively easy to find undervalued Dow stocks to buy. However, the index has made gains in recent weeks, rising more than 8.4% in
It’s been a tough year for tech firms, including hardware and software supplier Oracle (NYSE:ORCL). A recent round of Oracle layoffs, along with a pricey purchase of healthcare data company Cerner, has some ORCL stock investors feeling anxious. Yet, the layoffs are a necessary step to help slim Oracle down. Besides, the company’s cloud-business growth will