Stocks to buy

We’re still early in the second-quarter earnings cycle. So far, it has mostly been the banks and credit card companies that have reported Q2 results. Earnings from the mega-cap technology names are on deck next. However, FactSet reports that with 14% of S&P 500 companies having announced Q2 numbers, 80% have reported better-than-expected profits and

Investors would be well-advised to buy shares of Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) before the e-commerce giant reports second-quarter financial results on August 1 of this year. In the last 12 months, Amazon stock has gained 40%. It’s been a big turnaround for the company, which struggled for nearly two years coming out of the pandemic. After over

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and its fellow Magnificent 7 companies have been on fire over the past year. META stock, in particular, is up over 52% for the year, head-and-shoulders above the broader market’s 21% gain.  Following the incredible run-up in value last year, many are curious if Meta can maintain its momentum in the bull market. The

Tech stocks dominated the first half of 2024 with the Nasdaq Composite index rising 20% in the year’s first six months. Will the domination continue in the coming six months? The jury appears to be out on that question. Since the year’s second half began in July, investors have been rotating out of high-flying tech

Robotics stocks are a good investment as the industry is rapidly progressing.  Robotics stocks have great potential to increase their revenues in the future due to the increased usage of robots in different industries due to technological developments. As a result of the growing need for automation solutions, the firms operating in this area may

The three tech stocks here can each be viewed as underdogs powering the future. Some will immediately dismiss this list for the fact that the first company discussed in the article is one of the largest in the world. It’s almost impossible to call it an underdog in any sense. Yet, when it comes to

Quantum computing is a burgeoning field in advanced computation technology that has the capabilities to outpace the computing prowess of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Generative AI came into the spotlight early last year with OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT. Now swaths of companies are trying to leverage large language models (LLMs) to build their own generative

As of July 2024, over 60% of the human population uses social media. This number will continue rising as global economies improve. Developing countries where social media may not be prevalent show signs of significantly growing GDP.  As disposable incomes rise, this usage percent will only keep growing. The social media industry is a relatively

As investors rotate out of technology stocks, small-cap stocks may be their destination. The sector has lagged far behind its larger peers and offers up undervalued opportunities. The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average routinely hit new all-time highs. But the Russell 2000 small-cap stock index still sits 8% below its record set

Investing in small-cap stocks can be a gateway to high returns, mainly when these companies exhibit strong growth fundamentals and strategic market positioning. Here, the focus is on three stocks to buy under $10. The fundamentals behind these companies may diversify portfolios with high potential. These companies’ financial performance and strategic initiatives explain why these

The Global X Solar ETF (NASDAQ:RAYS) has slumped by more than 40% year-over-year (YOY), illustrating that investors have abandoned solar stocks. However, as an incurable contrarian, I believe the RAYS ETF’s downturn signals a buying opportunity within the solar industry. What’s my premise for the abovementioned claim? Well, the solar industry is forecasted to grow

The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to connected technology and devices that can communication between themselves and the cloud. An example is a smart home device communicating to a home’s thermostat to adjust the temperature. Another could be a stove preheating itself before one arrives home from work. IoT is expected to assist with being

After taking a backseat in the first half, the healthcare sector is finally coming to life. The rising odds of a Trump presidency have improved prospects for the industry, validating the case for increasing positions in healthcare stocks to buy now. Regardless of who wins in November, the long-term story for healthcare stocks remains very

When it comes to investing in retail stocks, timing is everything. That’s why the best retail stocks to buy in Q3 are those poised to see profits soar in Q4. Cyclical stocks bound to see a boost at the end of the year or the beginning of the next one make great investment choices as

Cathie Wood is the founder and CEO of Ark Invest. Her firm has risen to prominence for its actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on disruptive innovation. Despite the success of some of her ETFs, especially in the early years, it’s hard to assert that Wood has been correct about innovation stocks. Ark Invest

If you’re retiring, already retired, or even thinking about retiring, it’s always a good idea to protect your portfolio with retirement stocks. One way to do that is by buying safe dividend stocks. Look at artificial intelligence data center real estate investment trusts (REITs), like Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR), for example. With a yield of 3.16%,

The metaverse, a virtual world where people can interact with one another using headsets and avatars, has been eclipsed by all the hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). However, the metaverse has not gone away. A number of leading metaverse stocks continue to work diligently on its development. While it doesn’t get as much media attention

Thanks to government initiatives, increasing electric vehicle (EV) adoption and significant investments in charging infrastructure, EV charging stocks will continue to rank high in most portfolios. The worldwide number of EV charging stations is expected to increase to over 40 million by 2030. So, EV charging stocks will benefit greatly from this development. Market size

The stock market’s rally has raised concerns about an impending 10-15% correction. While mega-cap tech stocks have struggled, value stocks unaffected by AI hype may fare better. At least, that’s what the market appears to be pricing in right now. AI investments must soon yield significant returns, or disappointment could follow.  Moreover, aside from AI

The broader market rally has left many investors wondering if there are any growth stocks to buy before a correction. I believe that there absolutely are. Despite the run-up, a number of high-potential growth stocks remain undervalued. Their fundamentals have only gotten stronger. I believe these stocks are poised for a major bounce-back over the