The Nifty 50 refers to the fifty most popular large-cap stocks that traded at high valuations in the 1960s and 1970s. They included household names such as Xerox (XRX), IBM, Polaroid and Coca-Cola (KO). Due to their proven growth records and continual increases in dividends, the Nifty Fifty were viewed as “one-decision” picks: investors were
Greenidge Generation (NASDAQ:GREE) is a newly public Bitcoin mining company now that its reverse merger with Support.com (formerly SPRT symbol) closed on Sept. 14. I wrote before that GREE stock was undervalued when it was around $25. I originally wrote that it was worth at least $57.49. And at $20.67 on Oct. 28, this implies it
Shares of memory chipmaker Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) stock have sold off despite posting better than expected fourth-quarter results. Source: Casimiro PT / Shutterstock.com However, weaker-than-expected first-quarter guidance compelled investors to unload shares. Investors are concerned over the rising supply in the sector and its peers’ massive capital spending, which points to lower memory prices in
Ahead of Intel’s (NASDAQ:INTC) recently posted third-quarter results, the stock rallied, in accordance with its tradition. INTC stock rose steadily from $52 to $56 ahead of its earnings, only to plunge and close below $50 after the results were released. Source: Kate Krav-Rude / Shutterstock.com Why did investors bet that Intel would beat analysts’ average
Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take Two Interactive. Adam Jeffery | CNBC The third-quarter earnings season has come with plenty of stunning beats — and a few notable disappointments. Investors now face a daunting question: Which companies will carry their success into subsequent quarters? For instance, Tesla has been leading the pack on the green tidal
In this article CMCSA CAT MRK TPX F EBAY Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Comcast (CMCSA) – The parent of NBCUniversal and CNBC reported adjusted quarterly earnings of 87 cents per share, 12 cents above estimates. Revenue also beat forecasts as cable and broadband revenue grew, and the stock jumped 3%
Dutch Bros (NYSE:BROS) is a coffee chain that went public in mid-September 2021. It became a big hit, climbing more than 100% from its original IPO target price of $23. Source: Alexander Oganezov / Shutterstock.com That’s an impressive financial return for the investors who believed in this operator and franchisor of drive-thru shops. Still, I
Retail traders have won big (and lost big) with meme stocks in 2021. When the social media-driven investing phenomenon became a thing last January, those early enough to the game saw jaw-dropping returns in the span of just a few weeks. The same thing happened during the summer when the trend came back in vogue,
As the price of crude oil continues to hit multi-year highs, the Street is staunchly focused on energy stocks these days. The oil and gas rally continued during the third quarter, implying stronger margins and cash flows for the category. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), “Brent crude oil spot prices averaged $74 per
In this article BRK.A Charlie Munger at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting in Los Angeles California. May 1, 2021. Gerard Miller | CNBC Charlie Munger’s architectural design for a new, large dormitory at the University of California, Santa Barbara is getting attention after an architect on the school’s Design Review Committee quit because he thinks it
As far as the eye can see cargo trucks wait in long lines to enter The Port of Los Angeles as the port is set to begin operating around the clock on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021 in San Pedro, CA. Jason Armond | Los Angeles Times | Getty Images As the pandemic recedes, it has
Ryan McQueeney highlights two “sin stocks”—Vector Group (VGR) and Constellation Brands (STZ)—that present mixed-yet-unique investment possibilities for dividend-focused investors.
Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies have revolutionized the way companies raise capital. Instead of pitching venture capital firms and sacrificing equity, control, and autonomy during the fundraising process, startups can now access the financing needed to develop and succeed without ceding more than some financial incentives. Even so, initial coin offerings aren’t always foolproof. Despite cryptocurrencies’
Bakkt (NYSE:BKKT) stock jumped nearly 250% on October 25, very soon after going public. Source: Shutterstock Bakkt executives rang the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange on October 22. On that day investors could have picked up Bakkt shares for about $9 each. They could have sold them for up to $30 by
A hot rumor that could have led to significant profits for satellite operator Globalstar (NYSE:GSAT) stock, which focuses on providing mobile satellite services, appears to have fizzled out at least for the next year. Source: AlexLMX / Shutterstock Meanwhile, the company is facing a huge amount of competition and GSAT stock, despite its recent plunge,
Pinterest (NYSE:PINS) has fallen a good deal since my last article and indeed seems to be at a low for the year. This is probably not justified, especially since its upcoming third-quarter earnings release will likely show positive free cash flow (FCF) as in Q1 and Q2. As a result, I expect to see PINS stock
In this article CFX thianchai sitthikongsak | Moment | Getty Images Company: Colfax Corp. (CFX) Business: Colfax is a global diversified technology company. The company operates in two segments: (i) Fabrication Technology: consumable products and equipment, including cutting, joining, and automated welding products, as well as gas control equipment; and (ii) Medical Technology: medical device
In this article ZEN CVX MNTV XOM NWL CL Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Chevron (CVX) – Chevron gained 2.1% in the premarket after posting its highest quarterly profit in 8 years amid surging energy prices. Chevron earned an adjusted $2.96 per share for the third quarter, beating the $2.21 consensus
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:XENE) is a biotech stock that has almost doubled in the past month. This is a definition of hot stock in the biotechnology industry, which can be very volatile and heavily driven by news-driven factors. According to MarketWatch, Xenon’s “products include XEN496, XEN1101, XEN901, and XEN007.” And the big, price-driving news lately
After a huge run-up and achieving meme status, Camber Energy (NYSE:CEI) stock has fallen back to earth. The trigger of this CEI stock crash was a damning report released by famed short-seller Kerrisdale Capital. Source: FreezeFrames / Shutterstock.com In the short report, Kerrisdale highlighted several red flags. The company has an incredibly confusing organizational structure. Flaring