The global fight against climate change has fueled a surge in investor interest towards green energy stocks. Companies operating in the renewable energy sector, like wind, solar, hydrogen, electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage continue to attract increased attention. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has been a big proponent of this interest, as the company has far outpaced
While crowd wisdom has its place, when it comes to contrarian stocks, going against the grain could be profitable. One example just materialized recently. Over the last several days, investors have been following lunar services provider Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ:LUNR) with interest. Poised to make history with its Nova-C lander touching down on the surface of
Following another shaky day in the market, investors may want to consider cash cow dividend stocks. They’re not sexy and they probably won’t make you rich. However, they get the job done when faced with challenging circumstances. For football fans, cash cow dividend stocks symbolize the jumbo package of Wall Street. Basically, you grab your
As excitement builds, U.S. federal agencies are looking to revise cannabis regulations. Support for cannabis legalization has surged to unprecedented levels, which bodes incredibly well for cannabis stocks. A Gallup survey in November last year revealed that a staggering 70% of Americans advocate for cannabis legalization, marking a historic high in public sentiment. This sentiment
While conservative plays can move you up the gridiron, sometimes you need the long ball, which is exactly the situation speculative stocks to buy specializes in. No, you’re not going to bet your lifesavings on these ideas. And no, you shouldn’t expect a smooth ride. However, what you can expect is the possibility of significant
Despite markets continuing at record highs, Charles Schwab (NYSE:SCHW) Investment Management still identifies investment opportunities within long-term stocks. According to its recent filings, the respected investment house perceives potential upside in interesting companies, increasing holdings. The top 5 Charles Schwab stocks include Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) stakes. These
Some growth stocks have reported exceptional earnings that have investors excited about future earnings reports. While some companies report high revenue and rising net losses, others can grow their top and bottom lines. It’s possible to find companies achieving double-digit year-over-year revenue growth that also have high net profit margins. Pinpointing these investments before they
There are lots of overextended stocks out there falling short thanks to dividend payments that are too good to be true. The internationally known pharmaceutical company Bayer (OTCMKTS:BAYRY) is a great example of this as the company recently announced a 95% dividend cut on Feb. 20. It plans to pay the legal minimum of 0.11
There’s plenty of uncertainty in the market. Despite many forward indicators suggesting the market is doing well—low unemployment and steady wage growth should buffer the market—many aren’t so sure this will be the case a year or longer from now. Accordingly, the search for bulletproof stocks is on. Now, it’s entirely possible the Federal Reserve
Blue-chip stocks are typically known as high-quality, reliable and well-established companies with strong track records of growth and profitability. However, even these market leaders can sometimes face challenges and setbacks that cause their share prices to drop below their intrinsic values. Yet market fluctuations and such price declines create an opportunity for savvy investors to
Demand for EVs remains robust based on delivery numbers by some of the leading firms in the sector. Further, the expectation of rate cuts later this year promises to boost the sagging industry. Yet that does not imply that investors should throw their hard-earned capital at EV stocks indiscriminately. In fact, there continues to be
In the fast-paced world of digital assets, understanding which cryptos to sell remains imperative as Bitcoin (BTC-USD) blows past the $50,000 mark again. Driven by the launch of new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the excitement surrounding Bitcoin’s ‘halving,’ this increase demonstrates a remarkable 200% recovery from previous lows. It indicates strong investor confidence. However, this
Focusing on stocks that offer quick returns can invite more risk in your buys and make for picky selections. The choice can be even more daunting, especially with the current economic fluctuations affecting stock prices and many businesses’ revenue streams. However, these three real estate investment trusts (REITs) showcase a consistent track record of producing
Many prominent Wall Street analysts and well-regarded economists are predicting a potential market downturn, or even a crash, this year. Observers say this is particularly likely if the economy falls into a recession, as some people continue to expect. While these dire forecasts seem unlikely in the near term, one never knows. Equity markets can
Since the start of the war in Ukraine two years ago, the importance of food security has never been clearer. The interconnected nature of food production worldwide has made agriculture a cornerstone of the global economy. As such, many of the once locally-based agriculture companies have become lucrative stock options in the international markets. Yet, with this
Tech stocks in the United States sustained a jaw-breaking rally in 2023, with the Nasdaq beating all other indices, accruing a more than 43% return. While stocks largely did not begin 2024 with a great start, the major indices have risen in the past few weeks. Both major indices, S&P 500 and Nasdaq, have almost risen 7% YTD.
In the stock market, an edge of intrigue exists where hidden gems (stocks) await identification by those with a solid, discerning eye. These jewels, obscured from the mainstream hype, hold the fundamental strength of high returns for savvy investors. Three such stocks had the potential within the strategies, and their trajectories were poised for exponential
There are some great space stocks up for grabs as we enter into March this year. I believe that some of the best investment opportunities lie in this industry. We’re still in the very early stages of seeing its development. Some companies are already making big moves that give promise for great returns for investors.
Electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) makes nice-looking cars, but the price action of LCID stock isn’t nice-looking at all. Sure, the perma-optimists can cherry-pick a positive data point or two, but overall, the bull case for Lucid Group is falling apart quickly. You may have heard from Louis Navellier and the InvestorPlace research staff that Lucid Group’s CEO
Among dividend stocks, the “dividend aristocrats” are the cream of the crop. Owning these stocks offers the opportunity for solid long-term total returns because of the steady, increasing payouts. However, even among the aristocrats, there are some that are more regal than others. This has nothing to do with the amount of years of dividend