We’re still early in the second-quarter earnings cycle. So far, it has mostly been the banks and credit card companies that have reported Q2 results. Earnings from the mega-cap technology names are on deck next. However, FactSet reports that with 14% of S&P 500 companies having announced Q2 numbers, 80% have reported better-than-expected profits and
Inflation is trending downward and approaching the Federal Reserve’s 2% target and unemployment is heading higher. The Fed is widely expected to begin cutting interest rates at its September meeting. In a recent article, Morningstar projected that the central bank’s target range would sink. It would go down from its current 5.25%-5.5% to 4.75%-5% at
It’s plain to see that there’s plenty of optimism for Q4 2024 among retail investors and their institutional counterparts alike. The prospect of US Federal Reserve interest rate cuts has spurred more optimism throughout Wall Street, with recent forecasts suggesting that rates may fall as low as 4.75% by the end of 2024. This, coupled with
Chinese stocks benefit from China’s economic change as per the communiqué of the third plenum. The goal is to advance changes in a number of different industries. These consist of taxes and economic and environmental policies. For tech stocks, this results in a more stable and predictable environment. The focus on increasing domestic consumption and
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) represent one of the best ways to get exposure to investing in real estate without having to take on the risks and capital expenditures of purchasing your own property. When buying into a REIT, investors are essentially giving their money as a loan to a capital management firm, which then
Gene editing stocks represent one of the biggest investing trends in biopharma in recent years. The gene editing field employs advanced technologies to edit the DNA of different organisms, thereby opening up possibilities for transformative treatment options. The most popular tool in the niche is CRISPR-Cas9, which has been touted for its precision, speed, and
Investors could benefit from ditching these three problematic coal stocks now, given recent developments in wind energy. All countries are developing policies to enhance the shift towards renewable energy sources. In the U.S., the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has provided significant tax credits and incentives for wind energy projects. In the same manner, Europe’s REPowerEU
Representation of Ethereum, with its native cryptocurrency ether. Dado Ruvic | Reuters The Securities and Exchange Commission appears to have given the green light for exchange traded funds that hold ether, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency. Trading is expected to begin as soon as Tuesday. Several fund issuers submitted additional registration statements on Monday afternoon, and
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) got caught up in the volatility of the hailstorm hitting the semiconductor market these past few weeks. And though this double-digit percent plunge off recent highs will probably end up nothing more than a blip in the one-year chart next summer, investors who are overly anxious about buying on weakness may wish to
Investing in the stock market is always a gamble, and some risky stocks present an unusually high level of volatility, potentially outweighing any possible returns. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have reported excellent year-to-date (YTD) gains. However, this bullish outlook can mask underlying pitfalls in high-risk stocks that are unlikely to withstand turbulent markets. Although
For the second quarter of 2024, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) holds solid recent vehicle production and delivery figures. The production data shows a high performance and stability against market and macro challenges. As a result, Tesla is now better able to hit and surpass production targets. The updated vehicle lineup may launch earlier than previously planned. The company is
The market has sustained a prolonged rally in recent months, supported by optimism and improving economic indicators like robust consumer spending. However, in recent days we have seen a shift as many overvalued stocks have started pulling back, with investors increasingly favoring value over high-flyers. This applies to industrial stocks, too. The industrial sector, while
Cruise stocks are relevant for investors in much the same way that they’re perfect for many travelers: bang for the buck. By boarding a cruise ship, you’re not only going to a new destination; instead, the journey to that point is part of the fun. You can’t say that crammed into a flying tube on
The stock market has featured many winners in 2024 that have rewarded patient investors. The S&P 500 is up by 16% year-to-date while the Nasdaq Composite has gained 19% year-to-date. While big tech has carried these indices higher, many smaller companies have also performed well. It’s been hard to find stocks that have lost value
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and its fellow Magnificent 7 companies have been on fire over the past year. META stock, in particular, is up over 52% for the year, head-and-shoulders above the broader market’s 21% gain. Following the incredible run-up in value last year, many are curious if Meta can maintain its momentum in the bull market. The
Overall, renewable energy is considered to be one of the most promising industries for long-term investment; however, not every one of these renewable energy stocks is poised to bring a profit. The renewable energy sector is highly dependent on government policy and subsidies, which are not always reliable due to the political environment. Variations in
Tech stocks dominated the first half of 2024 with the Nasdaq Composite index rising 20% in the year’s first six months. Will the domination continue in the coming six months? The jury appears to be out on that question. Since the year’s second half began in July, investors have been rotating out of high-flying tech
Over the last 50 years, the banking industry in the United States has undergone a significant number of changes that have left it more centralized than ever. It has also left them reliant on big banks in the Federal Reserve for most people’s active financial management. Where once most people went to their regional banking
The three tech stocks here can each be viewed as underdogs powering the future. Some will immediately dismiss this list for the fact that the first company discussed in the article is one of the largest in the world. It’s almost impossible to call it an underdog in any sense. Yet, when it comes to
Robotics stocks are a good investment as the industry is rapidly progressing. Robotics stocks have great potential to increase their revenues in the future due to the increased usage of robots in different industries due to technological developments. As a result of the growing need for automation solutions, the firms operating in this area may
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