If you’re a fan of the hit TV show Shark Tank, you’ve probably come across the intriguing term “unicorn” companies. Indeed, these fantastical entities are not only confined to the realm of imagination. In the field of finance, they are very real and coveted by venture investors looking for promising enterprises and valuations. The term
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Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has surged 40% year-to-date, garnering a “buy” rating from analysts, with an updated target price of $187.73. In the consumer electronics sector, Apple has continued to remain the dominant force, providing continued innovation in key areas many view as the next profit centers for the company. The company has historically generated value through
In this article Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Traders working at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), on Sept. 20th, 2023. NYSE It’s quiet out there in IPO land — very quiet. This is it: the weeks before Thanksgiving usually bring a spate of large IPOs eager to go public before the holiday season
With 10-year treasuries continuing to yield nearly 5% income investors have a lot of choices. Strong yields are currently available in the bond market and the equity market. I think that makes higher-yield dividend stocks particularly interesting at the moment. While investors can buy treasuries and other bonds and bank 5% returns with very little
With lithium and its ability to undergird the electric vehicle market dominating business headlines throughout the post-pandemic new normal, it’s easy to overlook the case for high-potential hydrogen stocks. However, for contrarians willing to stick their neck out in this risky sector, there may also be intense value to be unlocked. First, the top hydrogen
Addressing the much discussed but controversial topic of housing stocks to sell, it’s important to stick with the facts. While promoting a doom-and-gloom narrative for its own sake doesn’t offer much help, it’s also unproductive to disseminate toxic positivity. If something doesn’t look right, we’ve got to call attention to it. Primarily, the key concern
The holiday season is here, and if you haven’t budgeted for your shopping, now is the perfect time to do so. With inflation under control and consumer spending slowly improving, we will have a good holiday season. If you do not want to use your credit card for purchases or haven’t set aside an amount,
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock has overcome many hurdles under CEO Elon Musk. The company scaled electric vehicle production and has a leading market share in the most competitive market, China. It has brought the price of its Model 3 below $40,000. It has become the most valuable car company in the history of the world. But
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) didn’t grab the headlines for a while, but in 2023 the company became top-of-mind when it invested in artificial intelligence technology specialist OpenAI. Today, Microsoft is applying AI functionality to solve a variety of problems. Hence, if you’re seeking greater AI market exposure in your portfolio, you might consider buying MSFT stock. This doesn’t mean you
After declining throughout October, PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock jolted higher at the start of this month. The bump was thanks to a well-received quarterly earnings release. PYPL stock zoomed from just over $50 per share, back to the mid-$50s per share, in the days following this release. In more recent trading days, however, PYPL’s post-earnings rally
In the dynamic world of investing, dividend stocks have always been a consistent way for investors to generate income. These stalwarts not only offer a steady income stream but also demonstrate the power of compounding returns. Imagine a scenario where your portfolio receives a consistent boost, safeguarding your investments against the unpredictable waves of market
There aren’t many companies that get as much attention as Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS). The iconic business is loved and supported by millions of Americans. However, because DIS stock trades at its lowest level since June 2014, the attention it’s getting in 2023 isn’t the kind CEO Bob Iger wanted for his return engagement in the
Crypto traders are celebrating right now, with Bitcoin (BTC-USD) reaching an 18-month high of $35,000. The main driver to this surge comes from expectations of the US regulators’ potential approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs. This represents one of the most important milestones for the crypto space. The speculation has propped up some of the other
Once darlings of Wall Street, clean tech stocks have stumbled, buffeted by the winds of rising interest rates. The iShares Global Clean Energy ETF (NYSEARCA:IXC), a bellwether for the industry, nosedived to a low unseen since the summer of 2020. Nevertheless, these stocks are resting on the bedrock of supportive government policies despite the current
Once considered just a personal finance app, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is now a legitimate, chartered bank that poses a real threat to traditional banking institutions. Yet, even if big banks aren’t necessarily fans of SoFi Technologies, at least one mega-bank analyst group had something positive to say about the company. Therefore, the skeptics and short-sellers definitely
Content streaming provider Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) is a FAANG member but not one of the “Magnificent Seven” technology companies of 2023. This doesn’t mean Netflix has lost its glory, though. NFLX stock has a real chance at revisiting its 2021 peak price and then moving even higher from there. Like other entertainment content providers, Netflix has had to
Dividend investing is a popular choice for retirees. These dividend stocks for retirees offer steady cash flow that can help you achieve the 4% rule without selling any of your shares. High-yielding dividend stocks can still generate good returns. At the same time, these stocks are often less risky than growth stocks. Investors can use
As nations rally around green initiatives, green energy stocks are gaining prominence, driven by major policy tailwinds. The U.S. is targeting a 52% cut in emissions, and China is on a path to neutralize its CO2 emissions over the next four decades. Moreover, the energy transition is anchored in rising demand. The International Energy Agency
Recent jobs data suggest a cooling labor market. While unfortunate for job-seekers, this trend sparks optimism among investors that the central bank’s rake hiking cycle may have reached its conclusion since its start in 2022. Additionally, The Federal Reserve’s central objective has been to promote labor market improvement in tandem with the broader economy. Often
Many companies have reported very strong, impressive third-quarter results in recent weeks. Among the names in that category were General Electric (NYSE:GE), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT), JPMorgan (NYSE:JPM), PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) and Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT). Those companies are likely to perform very well in Q4 and beyond. However, some companies delivered great Q3 earnings which indicate that they are