The Dow 30 is a select group of stocks representing prominent companies in a variety of industries and sectors. A common characteristic of Dow stocks is their status as blue-chip stocks. Since blue-chip stocks are known for their stability, Dow stocks wouldn’t normally be on a list of stocks to sell. However, many of the
High-interest rates are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Financial services stocks promise to be some of the most affected by the Fed’s pronouncement. Though markets dipped hard this week and portend further downside, some financial services stocks haven’t yet had a complete reckoning. Rate hikes affect multiple aspects of typical financial services companies.
As reform in federal cannabis laws continues to move forward (albeit slowly), it may be worthwhile to keep an eye on the cannabis stocks to watch. Big developments in this area could drive correspondingly large moves among stocks in the cannabis space, but are any of these names in the “Green Zone?” TradeSmith offers investors
Blackstone, the biggest owner of commercial real estate in the world, is placing its bets on the student housing rental market as demand surges worldwide. “Student housing is, I think where the opportunity is most specifically generating a lot of strong cash for us and our investors,” as universities seek more accommodations to satisfy growing
Market participants are distinguishing EV sector leaders from laggards. Unsurprisingly, the electric vehicle category is positioned to grow quickly in the years to come. In fact, EV sales are projected to account for up 18% of total auto sales in 2025 and an estimated 60% of total sales by the end of the decade. This
With recession fears on the rise, now might be a good time to consider the top retail stocks to sell in 2023. Indeed, with retail buyer’s consumption patterns shifting, many investors are beginning to take a step back. The macroeconomic landscape is not what it was pre-pandemic, and consumers are spending less on non-essentials and more on
In this article JEF DUOL MU PTON KMX CSA-FF Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The Trimble logo is displayed on a smartphone. Igor Golovniov | SOPA Images | LightRocket | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Trimble — The technology services provider jumped about 6.4% on Thursday on the
Investor emotions and sentiments drive markets, and sometimes reactions can be extreme. There can be phases of euphoria where valuations defy logic. Similarly, in a bear market, the downside translates into a deep valuation gap. The best way to make quick money is to use these extremes to initiate short and long positions. A strategy
Navigating the ever-evolving investment landscape, one can’t help but be drawn to the captivating narrative surrounding cannabis stocks. The allure isn’t just in its novelty but its burgeoning promise. According to Pew Research, a staggering 88% of U.S. adults advocate for legalizing marijuana for both medical and recreational use. As states push for legalization and
Roy Rochlin | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty Images Billionaire investor Ray Dalio is watching closely the “risky” U.S. fiscal situation. “We’re going to have a debt crisis in this country,” the founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates said in an interview with CNBC’s Sara Eisen that aired on Thursday. The two were speaking at
Many investors are used to looking for sectors to make bets on. Technology. Energy. Financial services. But one top money manager thinks that people should be trying to identify mega trends, overarching global themes, instead. Hans Peter Portner, head of thematic equities at Pictet Asset Management, said at an event for reporters in New York
A recession is all but inevitable for the U.S. and investors should be playing defense in that kind of environment, according to the head of the TCW Group. “We are going to have a recession, because that’s the way the world works,” Katie Koch, CEO of the firm with $210 billion under management, said Thursday
The companies that already have obesity drugs can’t keep up with the demand for their treatments, and the demand for the drugs is only likely to become more intense. That’s because over 42% of the U.S. population was obese as of 2020, while the pervasive publicity around these drugs will make them more popular, and
In this article MU GME KMX LULU PTON Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A CarMax dealership on April 11, 2023 in Santa Rosa, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Micron — The chipmaker’s shares fell 3.4% Thursday before the bell on the back of a
In the world of technology, some stocks shine brighter than others, even amidst challenges and uncertainties. The article delves into the fascinating progression of three tech giants as they embark on remarkable turnarounds propelled by innovative strategies and cutting-edge technology. It has also led to the rise of turnaround stocks to buy. The first is
It continues to be an uneven playing field for tech stocks. While some companies are continuing to knock the cover off the ball, others are struggling and in decline. Of course the current market selloff isn’t helping. But the underlying fundamentals of many tech stocks remain extremely strong and position them for big gains once
The tightening of monetary policy has translated into negative price action for various asset classes. However, the tightening cycle seems to be over with the possibility of one more rate hike before the end of the year. Policymakers are likely to go slow on rate cuts in 2024. Having said that, a lot depends on
Investors are trying to decide which AI stocks to sell. AI stocks are facing a weakening outlook after the Fed’s latest rate decision on Sept. 20. Although the Fed did not raise rates, it did signal that rates would remain higher for longer, dealing a blow to the tech sector. The markets had already grown
Investors should stay away from companies continually declining in share price and return just as much as they should be looking to find stocks to invest in for the long term, hoping to see a substantial return eventually. The last thing you want to do is buy into a company that is a sinking ship
Blue-chip stocks are shares of well-established, stable firms that pay dividends in most cases. It’s that combination of stability and dividend income that makes them so attractive. So, investors should scoop them up when they find blue-chip stocks that are undervalued. One of the other benefits of investing in blue-chip stocks is that they tend