Simple trading strategies like investing in stocks with high short interest deliver results like a short-squeeze rally. Quick returns in these stocks have little to do with the business fundamentals. Investing in purely speculative stocks has been rewarding in the past, particularly during the meme stock euphoria of 2021. The market of 2023 is completely
Consumer staples stocks have trailed the market this year, up just 0.2% compared with a roughly 15% advance for the benchmark S&P 500 index. This is somewhat surprising given the essential nature of these companies’ products, which include food, personal care items, cleaning supplies and healthcare products. Yet, on the bright side, this underperformance is
With the rise of artificial intelligence and other digital innovations offering myriad efficiencies and conveniences, the idea of deliberately seeking undervalued non-tech stocks might appear anachronistic. Sure, undervalued securities have their appeal because of the discount effect. However, in the case of “analog” businesses, there appears to be a reason why they’re bargain ideas. Still,
Lithium, the elemental metal powering the electric revolution, has emerged as a focal point for retirement investors seeking high returns and secure financial futures through investing in lithium stocks. With the surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs), the lithium industry has captivated the attention of savvy investors. While lithium is a widely available resource, its
While the U.S. economy has proved surprisingly resilient in 2023, the majority of economists are still calling for a recession in the next 12 months. Meanwhile, the Conference Board’s consumer confidence index hit a six-month low last month. Although the macroeconomic picture can best be described as murky, consumer discretionary stocks have been the third-best performing
In the competitive and rapidly changing electric vehicle industry, Rivian (RIVN) has become a highly debated stock. After its successful IPO in November 2021, the company experienced a significant decline in its share price, with Rivian stock declining around 92% from its all-time high. Given this situation, it is worth exploring whether Rivian stock currently