The IPO (initial public offering) market has gotten stronger in 2024, according to the Q2 2024 quarterly review from IPO specialist Renaissance Capital. That has resulted in a more buoyant market for secondary offerings. According to Renaissance, 39 IPOs raised nearly $9 billion in the second quarter, 35% higher than Q2 2023 and 324% higher
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As we enter August, it’s time to start thinking about autumn. Back-to-school sales are on and it won’t be long before the days get shorter and the temperature grows colder. Of course, the stock market has been anything but tranquil this summer. Volatility continues to rule as investors shift money around and equities swing from
Beauty stocks continue to shine as a lucrative investment opportunity, driven by consistent growth and innovation in the overall industry. The global cosmetics market is estimated to reach around $661 billion by 2032, increasing from $398 billion in 2023. That’s a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 3.3% from 2024 to 2028, so the
After a weak July jobs report released Friday morning, in which unemployment unexpectedly spiked to 4.3%, Wall Street worries that the U.S. economy may plunge into a recession. On the face of it, those fears seem legit: The S&P 500 dropped 1.84%. The Nasdaq Composite lost 2.43%, knocking the tech-heavy index down more than 10%
If you’re looking for an index to buy-and-hold, you shouldn’t consider the Russell 2000. It makes no sense to follow a benchmark that has historically underperformed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite for many years. However, this same underperforming index offers great investment opportunities. Stocks often find themselves in the Russell 2000 long before they
The stock market is taking a breather after a 20% run higher this year. According to Fidelity, that was mostly driven by tech stocks, which are up 25% year-to-date. Dig a little deep, though, and we see the S&P 500 is once again mostly driven up by the same forces that allowed the index to
Cannabis stocks have been through an extended period of depression. Overcapacity, regulatory headwinds, competition, and cash burn have contributed to the decline in the cannabis industry. However, markets react to extremes and I believe that cannabis stocks are undervalued. In addition to this, the regulatory environment is getting friendlier. Germany legalized recreational cannabis this year and I
The growth and tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index is in something of a significant correction at the moment. After hitting new all-time highs early in July, the benchmark Invesco QQQ ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ) has already pulled back close to 10% from its recent peak. There are several reasons for this. Several key tech leaders, such as Amazon
At age 93, Warren Buffett presides over a vast stock portfolio currently worth nearly $400 billion. From humble beginnings, Buffett has created an equity portfolio that is the envy of the investment world. It is carefully tracked, meticulously analyzed and hotly debated by analysts, investors and media pundits. Many people try to replicate the Oracle
For many investors, recognizing that a stock is overvalued can be a difficult task when the broader media is lauding its accomplishments. Yet a healthy bump in earnings or revenue can often translate into an overvaluation in a short amount of time. This has been especially common in the artificial intelligence industry, which has led
One of the goals of investing should be to put your portfolio on autopilot. Fill it with quality companies and then set it and forget it. The benefit of the strategy is it removes the temptation to trade in and out of stocks. JPMorgan Asset Management found that over the 20-year period between January 2003
It’s been a very challenging month for cybersecurity stocks, to say the least. Despite projections that the cybersecurity market will grow to $562.72 billion by 2032, the industry is currently experiencing some turbulent times. On July 19, 2024, CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ:CRWD), one of the major cybersecurity players in the industry, rolled out a faulty update
There is no debating that stock market valuations are sky high right now. While the Federal Reserve hinted at rate cuts in September at its latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, that doesn’t mean that stocks are setting up for new highs. Investors searching for safe stocks for a bear market should start their preparation
The electric vehicle industry is evolving significantly as it matures and more competition enters the fray. Consequently, we’re witnessing multiple dynamics play out, including pricing wars, the introduction of new models and technology enhancements. Only the most nimble and innovative will survive in such a hotly competitive industry. Unfortunately, for Lucid Group’s (NASDAQ: LCID) investors,
In this article ZE594-CN BAC AAPL BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Warren Buffett walks the floor and meets with Berkshire Hathaway shareholders ahead of their annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 3rd, 2024. David A. Grogan Berkshire Hathaway‘s highly scrutinized cash pile could top $200 billion — more than the entire annual
In the fast-paced world of investing, it’s rare to find low-cost growth stocks to buy and hold for the long term. Low-cost growth stocks are often found in sectors with high growth potential. For example, in the general tech industry or in more niche sectors like biotechnology. These stocks offer the possibility of substantial returns
Blue-chip stocks are household names that have been around for many years. While most blue-chip stocks have been around for decades, some of them have been in business for more than 100 years. Seniority usually results in more market share and makes it more difficult for competitors to enter the industry, especially when monopolies and
Chinese stocks have been depressed for an extended period and multiple factors have contributed to the price and time correction. This includes macroeconomic headwinds, regulatory headwinds, and geopolitical concerns. The result is that there are several undervalued Chinese stocks, but investors still seem to be gripped by fear. In my view, this is a golden opportunity to buy quality
During his brief tenure as a Senator for the state of Ohio, Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance introduced the Drive American Act, which was intended to eliminate over $100 billion in existing electric vehicle (EV) subsidies and replace them with the America First Vehicle Credit to promote gas-powered vehicles made in the United States. Now,
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has been on quite the rollercoaster ride lately. The stock languished in the $170-180 range for an extended period before spiking to over $250 in recent weeks. However, the rally has lost steam, with the shares retreating amid the broader tech sector selloff. I previously advocated buying the stock under $200. However, with
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