Stocks to buy

Over the past four years, investors have become very familiar with stock market volatility. Wild swings in the S&P 500 have been the norm as the index swung from bull to bear market and back again. We may be trending higher once more, but smart investors understand the next correction is always just over the

For some, artificial intelligence’s (AI) meteoric rise sparks excitement. And for others, it poses an existential threat. Will AI usher in an era of unprecedented prosperity and abundance? Or will it take over society, rendering humans useless? Right now these are theoretical questions to discuss at dinner parties this holiday season – but little more.

What comes to mind when you think of niche stock? For some, it is one that flies under the radar of most investors. It could be a stock with little or no analyst coverage. It could be a company with technology that meets the needs of a smaller total addressable market (TAM).  In fact, Cambridge

Bitcoin (BTC-USD) prices have rocketed past the $40,000 threshold and shares of several companies with ties to the world’s most valuable cryptocurrency are rallying too. Digital asset exchange giant Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has soared more than 60% in just the past month, for example. But pure-play crypto stocks like Coinbase and Bitcoin miners Riot Platforms (NASDAQ:RIOT)

The “Magnificent 7” stocks, or Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) have had a great year so far. These tech giants are the main reason indices such as the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite rebounded sharply in 2023. While tech stocks largely struggled

Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s recent comments signal a lenient approach, making it highly unlikely for interest-rate hikes to occur soon, even in the face of a potentially heating economy. This bodes well for American households as the cost of borrowing, from credit cards to mortgages, is expected to decline gradually, along with everyday expenses. Amid

While Disney (NYSE:DIS) consumers may perceive the company operating as usual, shareholders understand the challenges beneath the surface. There’s plenty to be concerned about from industry strikes to streaming hurdles. Indeed, given the drop we’ve seen in DIS stock from its 2021 peak, it’s clear many concerns are currently priced into this stock. Accordingly, I’m

It was always a matter of time before Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock broke through the trillion-dollar threshold. It was simply when, not if. The rise of AI finally propelled the chip stock across the threshold earlier this summer. Today Nvidia is valued at $1.15 trillion and the question naturally arises, can it become a $2 trillion

Agriculture stocks have been experiencing a downturn due to declining crop prices and high costs associated with interest rates. This may offer an opportunity to get into some undervalued agriculture stocks looking to gain from precision agriculture. However, a little patience may be worth the wait as the U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts a 23%

The holidays aren’t usually hot for tech stocks, except for well-known eCommerce companies like Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN). However, that represents a buying opportunity for investors. Shoppers seek consumer discretionary and similar stocks for their holiday portfolio and leave quality tech stocks aside. This is making way for the best tech stocks to buy. What’s more, 2024

Dividend investing is a very common strategy for long-term investing. It is a great source of passive income for investors looking to set aside capital and allow it to grow, compound and be reinvested. Searching for high dividend-yielding companies that are robust and financially stable can be a difficult task. This is due to the

Bitcoin (BTC-USD) and Ethereum (ETH-USD) are staples for investors, but potential millionaires may find small-cap altcoins intriguing. These tokens carry higher risks and limited regulatory protection, offering a speculative yet thrilling opportunity. However, anticipated events, including significant halvings and potential interest rate decreases, set the stage for substantial crypto value surges.  As Bitcoin soared, investors

Amid challenges like high interest rates and inflation, top-performing stocks have displayed resilience this year. As economic pressures are anticipated to ease, the Russell 2000 Index is poised for a revival, offering an opportunity to delve into promising stocks to watch.  Analysts have identified three top-rated stocks with the potential for significant gains in the

We are almost at the end of the year, and what a year this has been! High inflation, high-interest rates, fears of a recession, and low consumer spending continued to remain at the top of our minds, but I believe the worst is over. This means it’s time for many forward-looking investors to begin their

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape the future of technology. The advent of generative AI in 2023 promises to fundamentally reshape the world. The future of technology has also fundamentally changed, and the speed of innovation is likely to only accelerate. The advent of technologies, including generative AI and conversational AI, is reshaping entire industries.

Small-cap stocks are ready for a 2024 resurgence as investors’ risk appetite grows but mega-caps remain somewhat overvalued. Small-caps have had a tough year thus far, though, as evidenced by the Russell 2000 returning a slim 7% since January. But that’s about to change. Intelligent investors are poised to snag some small-caps within the Russell

Lithium stocks can fill numerous holes in an investor’s portfolio. Not only is the spot price of lithium expected to rise substantially shortly, which gives it growth characteristics, but many lithium stocks also pay substantial dividends and have operations based outside of the United States. This combination of qualities makes lithium stocks attractive options for

In the bustling AI arena, where innovation is the currency and adaptability is the key, three of the top AI stocks have emerged as titans, steering the world towards an imminent trillion-dollar future. Their fundamentals are vividly depicted in their fiscal performance. They encapsulate a narrative beyond numbers, embodying resilience, strategic prowess and an unwavering

The holiday season is around the corner. Some argue that this is one of the most awaited festivities of the year, bringing most families together during this yuletide season. People plan to travel to their cherished hometowns or a new destination for a holiday getaway. Either way, it provides investors with opportunities to take advantage

Looking back, 2021 was a golden year for growth stocks. But it didn’t take much time for sentiments to reverse when tight monetary policies translated into a big correction in 2022. The current year has seen mixed results, and I would classify it as a year of consolidation and selective buying. As the markets start