In the grand tapestry of the investment world, one thread that continues to shine is biotech stocks to buy and hold. It’s no secret that delving into biotech investments can be incredibly challenging, even when zeroing in on established firms with market-ready drugs and expansive research and development pipelines. In this arena, you’re not merely
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The airline industry has been one of the hardest hit sectors by the COVID-19 pandemic, as travel restrictions and lockdowns severely reduced the demand for air travel. Many airlines suffered huge losses, cut costs, laid off staff and sought government support to survive the crisis. Since then, as countries across the globe pursued reopening efforts,
Following July’s market peak, stocks face significant pressure with 10-year Treasury yields at levels unseen since the financial crisis. Consequently, investors have a higher-yield, lower-risk alternative than dividends. Nevertheless, dividend stocks prove more rewarding over time, especially dividend growth stocks that bring increased dividends and capital growth. Select stocks boost dividends yearly as profits rise.
Many investors who are fearing the worst are starting to fortify their portfolios with recession-proof stocks. Historically, recessionary periods tend to see the stock market slide as businesses struggle against rising costs and skittish consumers. But it’s worth noting that not all businesses feel the pain of a recession equally. Some are more insulated than
The United States economy added 187,000 new jobs last month, and this is accompanied by an unexpected rise in the unemployment rate to 3.8% . This in turn raises the odds for the soft landing that the Federal Reserve wanted. In addition, labor force participation increased and earnings growth slowed. This shows a positive outlook
Predicting the trajectory of bank stocks in 2023 has been incredibly challenging. The unnerving sight of bank runs just a few months ago was a stark reminder of the unpredictable waters this sector is treading. Though high bond yields have cast shadows over stock markets globally, the financial sector has been hit the hardest, prompting
People celebrate the GitLab initial public offering at the Nasdaq, Oct. 14, 2021. Source: Nasdaq Check out the companies making headlines in after-hours trading. Zscaler — The cloud security stock slipped 1% even after a better-than-expected report for its fiscal fourth quarter and strong current-quarter guidance. Zscaler reported adjusted earnings of 64 cents per share
Experts and investors are bullish on U.S. stocks at this point. For example, multi-billionaire Ken Fisher recently called on investors to avoid selling their stocks. In fact, he says, “Bull markets typically have a long way to run after breakeven points—often with big returns.” Fundstrat’s Tom Lee said the August jobs report was “supportive of
With its boundless potential, solar power remains at the forefront of renewable energy sources, tapping into the sun’s infinite reserves to illuminate homes, electrify businesses, and drive our vehicles forward. Aside from the obvious benefits, solar power shines in its capacity to spark economic growth and job creation. Recognizing its worth, governments across the globe
Blockchain technology is being adopted by many of the best-known stocks and firms. At its core, the blockchain is simply a publicly distributed digital ledger allowing the recording of transactions in an unalterable way. The technology is fundamentally associated with the emergence of cryptocurrency — a polarizing market in general. However, blockchain promises to increase
Year to date, the S&P 500 and other leading market indexes have been strong. However, thanks to interest rates, the Federal Reserve, and growing fears of a recession, we’ve seen some cracks in the armor. In fact, according to Forbes, we could see a recession in the first half of 2024, or possibly later this
The green hydrogen boom holds substantial potential. In fact, according to analysts at Strategic Market Research, the market could be worth $75.72 billion by 2030. By 2050, analysts at Deloitte say it could be worth $1.4 trillion by 2050. All of which could have a big impact on the hydrogen stocks we’ll mention below. Deloitte explains that
The issue with following popular stocks is that we buy high and hope to sell higher later. That goes against the common sense approach of buying stocks cheap and selling on the rebound. In the realm of homebuilding, a few picks may have become overvalued, leading to the rise of homebuilder stocks to sell. There’s
In this photo illustration, the Warner Bros. Discovery logo is displayed on a smartphone screen. Rafael Henrique | SOPA Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Occidental Petroleum, Halliburton, EOG Resources — Shares of oil and gas companies were higher Tuesday after Saudi Arabia earlier extended its one million barrel per day voluntary crude oil production cut
Artificial intelligence is an innovative technology with incredible potential. This is evidenced by stock investors who have made plenty of money investing in popular AI stocks like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Yet as the technology advances, a certainty is apparent. It becomes more difficult to experience incredible gains as corporations become larger. Nvidia isn’t a small stock anymore, and
Although high-flying tech startups offer far greater upside potential, for those interested in playing the long game, the best large-cap stocks may be your ticket to sustained success. To be fair, companies commanding gargantuan market capitalization tend to feature mature and thus slow-rising businesses. However, faced with broader uncertainties, going the established route may be
I believe it is very important to explore blue-chip stocks if you’re an investor looking to beat the market. If we look at the S&P 500 index, the 10-year annualized (price returns) have been healthy at 10.71%. By just investing in the index, an investor could have easily delivered positive returns when adjusted for inflation. However, the story
The restaurant industry is experiencing a resurgence in consumer demand as hospitality economies have fully recovered from the pandemic-induced downturn. This renewed interest in dining out is driving substantial revenue growth for many companies, assembling them potentially the best restaurant stocks. In March, the National Retail Federation (NRF) predicted a retail sales expansion of 4%
Supporters of Airbnb hold a rally on the steps of New York City Hall showing support for the company on October 30, 2015 in New York City. Andrew Burton | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. Zynex, Coherus BioSciences, Universal Insurance Holdings — Coherus, Zynex and Universal Insurance stock fell
Here’s a look at three top small bank stocks to buy now. In times of turbulence, big banks often steal the limelight among banking stocks. However, fundamentally strong, even small banks do not need to take center stage to attract investors. This article lists a trio of small, lesser-known banks quietly gearing up for explosive