The flying car market is one of the most hyped, anticipated sectors in the transportation industry. However, investors should be wary of the high risks and uncertainties involved in this nascent and unproven field. True, some analysts predict flying cars will revolutionize urban mobility and create a multi-billion-dollar market. For example, the electric vehicle (EV)
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Better-than-expected labor productivity data for the U.S. economy reported on Nov. 2 was the reason behind the huge stock market rally that day. “Non-farm productivity, which measures hourly output per worker, increased at a 4.7% annualized rate,” Reuters reported. That was the largest surge of the metric in three years. In fact, the power of
As economic uncertainty rises, blue-chip stocks to buy can provide stability for the prudent investor. Typically, these are resilient and established businesses with a track record of steady performance. In addition, in prior downturns, they have preserved capital relative to the market. In today’s financial markets, you must bolster your portfolio with blue-chip stocks. Rising
For long stretches in 2021, Block (NYSE:SQ) was a $250 stock. For even longer stretches, SQ stock has traded around $50. It’s hard to know what the “true” value is of the fintech led by Jack Dorsey. One thing I know for sure is that it will probably continue to be a wild ride for
Every investor is a phenomenal stock picker with hindsight. If investors could go back five years and buy stocks with today’s hindsight, they would pick companies like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Those two stocks grabbed many headlines and generated substantial returns for shareholders. Some investors like to allocate a portion of their portfolios toward stocks they believe can
A “Robinhood (NASDAQ:HOOD) stock” is one with bad fundamentals small investors buy anyway to squeeze shorts and “get the man.” It’s practically a synonym for a trade made by dumb money. Robinhood is also a Robinhood stock. Since its first day’s close of $35.15 on July 5, 2021, shares are down 73%. In 2023 they’re
The world of stock investing is akin to a pendulum, consistently swinging between highs and lows. Though the current market indicators may seem a far cry from their peak two years ago, history is on the side of perseverance. It’s a simple yet profound truth that every downturn in the stock market brings with it
While Lucid Group (NYSE:LCID) has seen LCID stock drop in 2023, down more than 26% year-to-date, it could always be worse. It could be Polestar Automotive (NASDAQ:PSNY). Its shares are off nearly 60%. I can’t remember the last time I wrote about Lucid. It turns out it was this past June. I wrote about three
A shopper passes in front of a North Face store at the Easton Town Center mall in Columbus, Ohio, on Jan. 7, 2021. Luke Sharrett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Company: VF Corporation (VFC) Business: VF Corp. is a consolidator of consumer footwear and apparel brands. It engages in the design, procurement, marketing and distribution
The cryptocurrency market witnessed 37% year-to-date growth in 2023. However, the bullish market can mask the weakness of some assets. Investors should consider shedding unwanted cryptocurrencies as we approach 2024. Better yet, they should take note of which cryptos to avoid in the coming year. All the cryptocurrencies mentioned in this article, in my view,
Nio (NYSE:NIO) has performed poorly over the past few months. Although shares in the China-based EV maker have found support in recent trading days, I wouldn’t assume that the dust has settled with NIO stock. Yes, per the latest headlines, it may seem as if the situation will improve from here for Nio. The company
The recent decision by the Federal Reserve to maintain steady interest rates highlights a complex situation that policymakers are grappling with. Despite the robust performance of the U.S. economy, there is uncertainty at the central bank regarding the tightness of financial conditions necessary to rein in inflation, which still exceeds its 2% target. Fed Chair
SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock has strong comeback potential, but be careful. Required federal student loan repayments resumed in October, and that’s certainly good news for SoFi Technologies. However, you’ll definitely want to conduct your due diligence on SoFi’s financials before making any investment decisions. October certainly was a good month for SoFi Technologies. For instance, SoFi
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are among the core options for income-based investing. I would go as far as arguing that REITs don’t even have to be located in tax-efficient accounts, as their dividend yields are so substantial that taxes don’t erode their compounding potential. Moreover, some REITs are positioned for solid capital gains after
Artificial intelligence is poised to be a major technological breakthrough, revolutionizing sectors such as healthcare and industrials. One of the companies that has seen significant interest in this realm is C3.ai (NYSE:AI), a company specializing in AI software development. Growing interest from a range of sectors has led the company’s valuation to explode. However, down
ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) is an exciting company in a dynamic industry. But the leading operator of electric vehicle charging networks is not a stock for anyone faint of heart to own or trade. Shares of ChargePoint have been incredibly volatile this year. Sure, it’s up more than 25% this week as investors have cheered the Federal
The holiday season is a great time for consumers. Stores are putting their best foot forward to entice buyers for the holiday shopping season. Many companies need a solid fourth quarter to make their numbers for the year. However, not all consumer discretionary stocks are good choices. There are many factors that can pull consumer
ChargePoint Holdings (NASDAQ:CHPT) faces a challenging scenario as its stock experiences a significant decline. In the past month, CHPT shares have tumbled from over $40 per share to approximately $2.50 per share, sparking contrarian considerations. However, this downward spiral is not solely a result of broader market trends; substantial company-specific issues fuel it. Despite recent “Buy”
The current five trillion-dollar companies listed on U.S. stock exchanges include Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Nvidia (NASD AQ:NVDA). These five and two others, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), make up “the Magnificent Seven”. The Globe and Mail published a story on Nov. 1 that pointed out the Magnificent
Autonomous systems, AI, quantum computing, and other groundbreaking technologies continue to redefine the way we live and interact. For those searching for the best tech stocks to buy, though, this ever-evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities. While the allure of tech growth stocks is hard to deny, savvy investors are increasingly turning their attention