Investors weren’t enamored with app-based bank SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) in 2022, but 2023 offers an opportunity for SOFI stock to bounce back. Indeed, if one analyst is right about his forecast, SoFi Technologies’ loyal shareholders could enjoy substantial returns over the next 12 months. It might seem like everybody and his uncle has sold off their
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Aerospace and defense stocks have seen a resurgence over the past year. The war in Ukraine reminded folks that the world remains a dangerous place. After many years of stagnant or shrinking defense budgets, significant powers such as Germany and Japan are ramping up military spending again. It’s not just Russian aggression causing this, either. Rising tensions around China
Many long-term investors appreciate dividend stocks, for many reasons. Companies that pay back a portion of their profits to their shareholders via dividends are generally more reliable. Additionally, dividend stocks provide investors looking for income in retirement with a steady stream of passive income. Generally, dividends are typically issued by well-established, financially stable companies that
Investors of electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) have a lot to celebrate in early 2023. QS stock could get a boost to $20 or more in the upcoming months as QuantumScape implements cost-cutting measures and improvements to the company’s production processes. Suffice it to say, QuantumScape’s stakeholders definitely needed a new, positive update. Sure,
Since the pandemic, retail investors have accounted for a much larger percentage of stock purchases than before that era, but institutional investors still dominate the stock market. Providing evidence of that assertion, in 2021, JPMorgan found that “institutional investors account for around 90% of the daily trading volume on the Russell 3000 index, which is the
As the world continues to shift towards renewable energy sources, electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly gaining popularity among consumers and investors alike. With an increasing demand for clean energy and sustainable transportation solutions, the EV industry is expected to see significant growth in the coming years. As a result, many investors are looking for opportunities
There’s little doubt, in my mind, that most middle-class and upper-class U.S. consumers are in fairly good shape, making February a great time to find undervalued consumer stocks to buy. For evidence of that assertion, look at the recently reported fourth-quarter results of two major automakers: Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Stellantis (NYSE:STLA). The latter company’s major brands include Fiat and
AI stocks have been heating up over the last few weeks. The technology is changing the structure of today’s financial institutions as it weakens the connections of traditional systems and creates windows of opportunity for revolutionary advancements. AI has revolutionized how we conduct businesses by developing systems that think and behave like humans. The use
We don’t pound the table every day for a solar industry pick, but Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:ENPH) stock is hard to resist at its current price. Enphase Energy fully deserves an “A” rating for the company’s solar market leadership across multiple world continents. Hopefully, you’ve already heard about Enphase Energy’s record-breaking quarterly revenue. The company handily beat
The search for AI stocks is on. Indeed, artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword. This disruptive sector is a rapidly growing space, transforming how we live and work. Indeed, from self-driving cars to personalized healthcare, AI stocks are disrupting traditional industries and creating new investment opportunities. This article will highlight three high-growth AI stocks
Even though the Super Bowl is over, sports betting stocks still have plenty of upside. Viewers were bombarded with several sports betting promotions during this year’s Super Bowl. That was expected, given that the sports betting industry has seen significant expansion in recent years, reaching $83.65 billion in 2022. With this market forecasted to grow at a
Typically, penny stocks represent pure market wagers appropriate only for hardened gamblers. However, every once in a blue moon, a few ideas pop up in this segment that may be worth a genuine investment. Over time, these high-risk enterprises may yield substantial rewards for early-bird investors. Now, let’s be clear about one thing: while penny
While the electric vehicle revolution may be one of the most significant developments in the market today, an alternative to playing this segment can be found via the top battery growth stocks to buy. Sure, picking a specific EV brand theoretically offers the greatest upside potential. However, battery providers offer an infrastructural angle – something
Penny stocks carry high risk. However, spot the right ones, and you could be sitting on a potential multi-bagger. I admit that finding such stocks – especially in today’s volatile environment can be difficult – but they’re out there. In fact, here are a few I believe could triple in the next six months. TLRY Tilray $2.87
Source: shutterstock.com/Teacher Photo When researching some stocks to buy this week, I came across an interesting piece from earlier in February about annuity demand. According to Axios, annuity sales climbed 22% higher in 2022 to about $310 billion. The Life Insurance Marketing and Research Association (LIMRA) also projects that fixed indexed annuity (FIA) sales will experience
When a company beats earnings estimates, investors often pile into it. But not all earnings beats are created equal. Twilio (NYSE:TWLO) announced large layoffs and told analysts to expect bad numbers, then beat them. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) showed big gains in the cloud, but it’s losing its biggest franchise in Windows. SunPower (NASDAQ:SPWR) beat estimates, but not by enough to
Who doesn’t love a bargain? We look for deals in many places. And when it comes to investing, we look for bargain stocks. This can mean different things to different investors. Some investors will consider a stock a bargain if it’s undervalued. But this is no ordinary market. You’ve heard of hard landings and soft
In times of economic uncertainty and market volatility, investors often turn to defensive stocks to protect their portfolios from market downturns. Defensive stocks are relatively immune to economic fluctuations and tend to perform well in good and bad times. They are often found in industries such as utilities, consumer staples and healthcare, which provide products
Investing in under-the-radar growth stocks can be a great way to gain exposure to companies that have the potential to outperform the market. By investing in these stocks, investors can capitalize on opportunities that may not be apparent to the wider public. Most investors often overlook these stocks and offer a unique opportunity for those
Growth stocks are indisputably heating up on Wall Street. In a recent CNBC article, the financial news outlet suggested that “retail investors” are responsible for the surge. But I see many large investors buying growth stocks, too. For example, George Soros jumped into Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock last quarter, while Warren Buffett bought millions of Apple’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) shares. Although Apple may not be a classic growth