Stocks to buy

High-yield dividend stocks  may be appealing, but when it comes to a long-term, income-based investing strategy, focusing on growth rather than the highest current yields may be the best way to go. After all, plenty of high-yielders can turn into dividend traps. In these situations, a dividend cut/suspension, and/or a worsening of fundamentals sends the

While some investors love putting money down on aspirational (but unproven) enterprises in the hope of eventual growth and profitability, other market participants prefer to focus on value stocks to buy. Typically, these companies already own working enterprises. However, they just happen to be undervalued based on key performance metrics (usually trailing-12-month earnings). For this

In general, biotech stocks are not ideal for conservative investors. The companies in search of the next medical breakthrough are inherently risky. If they fail, their stocks can languish at very low prices… or worse. But if they succeed, shareholders can see outstanding returns. It’s not quite a zero-sum game, but it’s close. That said,

When discussing top green energy stocks, there is one clear leader: NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE). The company operates under two distinct businesses, including an electric utility, FPL, and the world’s largest wind and solar business, NEER. NextEra Energy’s $156 billion market capitalization makes it more than three times as large as the next biggest renewable energy firm, LONGi Green Energy Technology.

Generally, investment in quality growth stocks translates into returns that beat the index by a big margin. It’s a bonus to find growth stocks with dividends. Also, for blue-chip stocks, dividend growth is steady and can be around 3% to 5% annually. For growth stocks that offer dividends, growth is likely to be aggressive. It would not be

Investing in dividend stocks with low debt-to-equity ratios in today’s unpredictable market can provide financial stability and growth potential. In this article, we will explore three dividend stocks with low debt-to-equity ratios for income investors. First, we will delve into the recent developments and strategies to understand why these companies are attractive options for investors seeking

As the market shows some stability, investors are looking for stocks to buy for the long term. Some great stocks remain undervalued and look like bargains at their current prices, but for how long? With the benchmark S&P 500 index up 8% on the year and the technology-laden Nasdaq index up 16%, a recovery in

Buying dividend stocks trading at discount pricing is generally a smart idea. Such equities give owners the dual benefit of price appreciation potential in their forward-looking target prices. And two, they also provide nominal income through their periodic dividends. Provided the investor isn’t speculating in high-risk shares, it’s a reasonable strategy overall. Each of the stocks listed

Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) is one of several Chinese electric vehicle startups with a U.S. stock market listing on a major exchange. Alongside LI stock are Nio (NYSE:NIO) and Xpeng (NYSE:XPEV). U.S. investors follow all three. Yet while some looking to capitalize on EV adoption in China may want to spread their bets around, by buying

Many investors believe we’re at the point of no return or may already be in recession. “A soft landing now looks unlikely, with the airplane in a tailspin (lack of market confidence) and engines about to turn off (bank lending),” said JPMorgan strategists, as quoted by Fortune — leading us to look at some of the best dividend

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) is a stock that has experienced fluctuations in price over the last two years. Nonetheless, recent promising developments have positioned it as a prime investment opportunity. The COVID-19 pandemic led to a tech boom, driving many stocks, including Apple’s, to reach all-time highs. However, recent economic challenges and restrictions on consumer spending caused

Penny stock investing peaked in 2021 and was a massive wealth creator for high-risk takers. Given the macroeconomic scenario, investors are inclined to remain overweight on blue-chip stocks and quality growth stocks. I, however, believe that some exposure to penny stocks is healthy. It’s important to note that significant wealth creation comes from growth stocks than large-cap companies. Even a

Inflation is slowly cooling, and global markets are starting to pick pace again. This means savvy investors need to start making their moves. The electric vehicle industry is hot and will be at the forefront throughout the decade. Several EV stocks went through a deep correction in 2022, but it does look like they are recovering

Dividend stocks are a very beneficial foundation for an investment portfolio. First, they offer a return that is not directly tied to a company’s share price, which can help investors through downturns in the market. Dividend payments may be taxed at a more favorable rate. Finally, investors can take advantage of compound interest by reinvesting dividend

The buzz surrounding generative artificial intelligence (AI) this year is shining a spotlight on the broader AI industry, which is ripe with potential for early investors. In the area of robotics, the synergy with AI is revolutionizing the field. So, today, we’ll look at some of the top robotic stocks to buy for long-term returns.

Large, blue-chip dividend stocks are popular with investors due to their sleep-well-at-night qualities and ability to offer attractive, risk-adjusted, long-term wealth and income compounding. However, small-cap stocks have the potential to yield superior total returns. This is due to their higher growth potential and tendency to offer higher dividend yields. Indeed, small-cap stocks may involve

Streaming stocks have taken center stage, fueled in part by the step-changes brought about during the pandemic years. The convenience of accessing a vast content library of movies, music, podcasts, and other entertainment offerings effectively ushered in a new era, leaving video stores a distant memory. Though the pandemic tailwinds may no longer be a

The titans of Wall Street reported earnings this morning, and the numbers were shockingly good.  While the stock market’s initial reaction is very mixed, the reality is that these strong bank earnings – coupled with falling inflation data – do create strong support for a big stock market rebound rally over the next few months. 

Dividend stocks remain at the top of investors’ radar. Not only do these companies pay out a portion of their cash flow to shareholders, but many do so consistently. This consistency has attracted investors over the years, particularly buy-and-hold investors. With the rise in Treasury yields over the last year, dividend stocks have faced more

If your portfolio doesn’t have some exposure to artificial intelligence (AI), you’re a little late to the party. That’s okay, though, as it’s not too late to take a position in Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock. No doubt about it — Microsoft will continue to push the boundaries in the generative AI field this year, and thereby deliver outstanding