Renewable energy stocks have taken a beating over the past year. This is due to a number of factors, including higher interest rates. And with companies releasing third-quarter earnings reports recently, the renewable energy sector has seen a number of missed profit expectations. For example, Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:ENPH) designs, develops and installs solar panels primarily for residential use. It

The price of gold is slightly below $2,000 an ounce and flirting with its all-time high of $2,074.88, reached in August 2020 during the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gold has been marching higher in recent weeks following the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas. The rising Middle East tensions are underpinning the price

This article is an excerpt from the InvestorPlace Digest newsletter. To get news like this delivered straight to your inbox, click here. Last week, I wrote about five AI stocks to buy for dependable 2024 returns. Our writers at InvestorPlace.com and I picked these elite stocks for their wide economic moats, innovative uses of artificial intelligence,

Overlooking the rapid growth potential of e-commerce might leave some investors feeling out of step, perhaps even a bit behind the curve. While general consumer behavior has stabilized post-pandemic, e-commerce spending is expected to continue trending up. The goal for prudent investors is to smartly engage with top e-commerce stocks, which are likely to benefit

Few stocks in this market get so much love and deliver so little in return as SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI). I plead guilty to that. I bought into the hype back in 2021, and I’m still in the red. But almost half the analysts at Tipranks who still follow SoFi have the buy light on SOFI

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) promised a “year of efficiency” that included layoffs and other cost-cutting measures in 2023. The data suggests that Meta’s efficiency plan is working out well. Nevertheless, some shortsighted traders are selling META stock, but future-facing investors can pick up those shares at a nice price. In addition, Meta Platforms is making an intelligent move

AI stocks have been the most critical sector in 2023. Early investments in leading chipmakers have provided the most substantial returns. Generative AI is a hot topic as it is highly applicable to business and continues to promise to revolutionize efficiency and costs. That said, the AI ecosystem is much more than chipmakers and generative

Recently, we suggested that Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) stock may be appropriate for investors seeking exposure to artificial intelligence software. We’re standing by this assessment today, as Palantir’s recently released financial results show vigorous growth and optimistic forward guidance. Palantir Technologies certainly wants to help public-sector entities enhance their AI functionalities. For instance, Palantir has a contract with the Department of

The earnings season can be an exciting time for investors. While a few can be disappointing, many others can generate solid gains for you. Since it is impossible to time the market, investors should identify companies that have a solid history of beating market expectations. When they do this, the stock often rallies. In this

Thanks to the reality TV program Doomsday Preppers and notorious conspiracy theorists like Alex Jones, the concept surrounding consumer staples stocks aligned with the principles of a prepper portfolio may arouse chuckles, if not ridicule. I get it. The whole idea of prepping has been characterized under the framework of buffoonery. Of course, that might

Stock dividends continue to be a major enticement for investors. Many retail investors prize dividend payments and the steady income they provide, particularly in retirement. Also, people like the reliable return on capital they receive from dividends. This is especially true with markets remaining volatile and stock prices rising and falling along with interest rates

A simple rule to investing is to buy the index if you cannot beat the index. In my view, beating the index is not a big task. However, it’s a matter of disciplined investing and patience. One strategy to beat the index is to consider a mix of growth and blue-chip stocks for the portfolio.

Amid the world’s transition to cleaner energy sources, hydrogen stocks have had a resurgence in interest lately. This resurgence is despite a fall in the S&P 500 amid earnings season over the last couple of weeks, creating fresh opportunities to buy them cheaply. One of the greatest benefits of scooping up shares of these hydrogen

Biotech stocks are incredibly risky but can provide investors with huge returns since insurers in the U.S. will pay tremendous amounts for successful treatments. In the last few months in particular, the potential risks of biotech stocks have increased only a bit while their possible returns have increased tremendously. While higher interest rates have increased

As an investor, you need an edge to outperform the market. However, as you reach for performance, you should be cognizant of the risks in the current macro environment. Playing defense should be a priority. That’s where blue-chip stocks with dividends fit into your portfolio. Unlike their riskier small-cap peers, they offer earnings growth and

In investments, the pursuit of stocks that promise to be gems in the rough is a thrilling endeavor. But how do you identify the stars among the multitude of options? Wall Street’s whispers point us toward three companies. Each harbors secrets that might double your wealth by 2025. These giants are not relying on luck;