The Russell 2000, an index tracking the performance of small- to mid-cap companies, has not had a good start to 2024. So far, the Russell is trading flat while the S&P500 and Nasdaq have appreciated 6.26% and 8.51%, respectively since equities trading began this year. However, with many Russell 2000 stocks down, this may be the time for investors
In the age of cybersecurity and tech advancement, the imperative for edgy solutions has never been more critical. As the cybersecurity space expands, so too do the related threats. Now, the role of cybersecurity companies in the economy emerges as vital. Among these sentinels stand three stalwart cybersecurity stocks. These companies embody resilience and exemplify
Let’s be brutally honest with each other – underappreciated penny stocks are that way for a reason. I’m not going to say they stink but they’re incredibly unpredictable. And in many cases, we’re talking about a binary proposition. Either you’ll win big or you’ll lose badly. Generally speaking, the odds don’t favor the speculator. Look,
If you love the concept undergirding information technology (IT) stalwart Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI) – and who doesn’t? – but just don’t want to pay “full retail,” then Super Micro Computer alternative picks may be right for you. These are ideas similar or related to SMCI stock in some tangible way but with arguably better
As 2023 passed with no recession materializing, many investors breathed a sigh of relief, which natively may not seem supportive of targeting high-yield dividend stocks growth. After all, with the economy booming and workers vigorously rejoining the labor market, equity sector participants may eschew passive income for outright capital gains. However, high-yield dividend stocks growth
Entering the public domain as a blank-check firm, Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) – which specializes in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft – received much fanfare early on. Unfortunately, as was the case with many other reverse mergers with special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), the air taxi specialist suffered a severe drop in equity value.
The restaurant industry is known for its fierce competitiveness, but therein lies a golden opportunity for savvy investors. Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX), which arguably has been an industry bellwether for the longest time, is known for its strategic growth in the coffeehouse sector. Its focus on enhancing same-store sales and expanding store networks globally has been crucial
The future of the U.S. economy appears optimistic, marked by its resilience and outperformance relative to other major economies. Fueled by a strong fiscal policy response to challenges like the pandemic and inflation, the United States is poised for continued growth, with higher wages and sustained economic strength on the horizon. These penny stocks to
Some of the top electric vehicle (EV) charging stocks to buy have been down in the dumps. But that’s to be expected with slowing EV sales. However, don’t be so quick to write these stocks off just yet. Once the Federal Reserve starts cutting interest rates again, we could see a resurgence of EV sales.
BP (NYSE:BP) reported excellent Q4 2023 results on February 6. It continued the cavalcade of excellent fourth-quarter reports from oil and gas stocks. However, despite oil and gas companies’ cash flow bursting at the seams, the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLE) is down 1.7% compared to a 6.0% gain by the S&P 500. BP
If you’re looking for some of the hottest opportunities on the market, consider some of the best momentum stocks to buy. After all, momentum investors try to ride the highs no matter what happens. Even when a hot stock reaches above levels the markets believe are too high, those investors continue to buy. Many times
Marathon Digital Holdings (NASDAQ:MARA) shares are trending higher again, for a very obvious reason. Spot Bitcoin (BTC-USD) prices are bouncing back, after several weeks of price declines. What does this mean for the MARA stock forecast? Some may be skeptical that the Bitcoin rally, and hence the latest MARA rally, is sustainable. However, as I’ve
February triggered a rollercoaster ride through the stock market’s twists and turns. Amidst the cacophony of growth stocks to sell, three names echo the market with a hint of fundamental caution. Once labeled castles of value potential, these growth stocks stand at a dangerous crossroads. From the bustling aisles of automotive retail to the lofty
Two of the most successful companies in U.S. history are centered around beverage products. Of course, I’m talking about Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) and PepsiCo (NASDAQ:PEP). The two firms’ sodas have become well-known and popular in much of the world, with KO, in particular, becoming quite ubiquitous globally. As a result of these trends, the market capitalizations
The trade in artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to get frothy. So far in 2024, the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:SMH) that is comprised of all the major chipmakers involved in AI is up 20% versus a 6% gain in the benchmark S&P 500 index. Many stocks that are associated with AI have seen their share
There are dozens of penny stocks that are famous among investors and are widely discussed on social media platforms. Being in the limelight, many of the penny stocks are already overvalued or trade at fir valuations. However, a careful screening of stocks under $5 can provide investors with attractive under-the-radar penny stocks. These are typically
The electric vehicle (EV) market is probably headed toward a slump in 2024. During Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) Q4 earnings call, CEO Elon Musk warned the famed EV maker could experience slower growth in 2024. Musk’s warning probably be heeded by a number of other EV players. Interest rates remain elevated, and the Federal Reserve does not want to
Finding good, bargain-priced stocks is difficult in a market regularly hitting new all-time highs. Although you can buy many cheap stocks, they are cheap for a reason. Broken business models and failed leadership often send stocks into the gutter. The trick is to find businesses where the business only suffers from a temporary setback but
Recent developments underscore the turbulent scenario investors are grappling with in the cannabis sphere, shedding light on the cannabis stocks to sell. While the U.S Drug Enforcement Administration mulls over changing marijuana’s Schedule 1 status and the Health and Human Services leans towards relaxing federal restrictions, a sliver of hope emerges. In that scenario, it
If I told you in November 2021 that Tesla wouldn’t be one of the worst-performing S&P 500 stocks one month into 2024, it would be the worst performer, you’d have thought I’d lost my grasp of reality. After all, Tesla shares had just hit an all-time high of $414.50 and looked like they would keep