Stocks to buy

The year has been subdued for oil and gas stocks. It’s not surprising because oil traded below $70 per barrel in the first half of the year. Before talking about stock predictions for the sector, it’s important to mention that the outlook for 2024 is likely to be better. There are several oil & gas

Insurance stocks are attractive long-term investments for dividend growth investors. This is because the business model is appealing for investment. Top insurance companies produce a high level of profits each year because they make money in two ways. Not only do insurers collect premium income on the policies they underwrite but they also make money

The online world makes it easier for us to connect with people, buy products, and consume content. Anyone can enter this digital space with a computer, tablet, or smartphone. While many people touted the benefits of this level of connectivity during the internet’s early days, the disadvantages and risks have been gaining more attention. This

Fintech stocks are a fickle bunch. Marred by misaligned operational models and falling prey to rising interest rates, many fintech stocks are in the gutter compared to last year. Still, a handful of them are emerging victorious. For fintech firms able to navigate today’s tricky economic climate, early investors could emerge from the other side

While the adult botanical industry presents high risks, regulatory momentum may bolster the case of cannabis stocks to make you rich. Specifically, a recent report from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommended that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reschedule marijuana from its present Schedule I status to Schedule III. Moreover, the

By investing in blue-chip stocks or the index, investors can get returns that comfortably beat inflation over the long term. However, creating massive wealth from the markets requires some risk-taking ability and a lot of patience. Talking about higher risk implies investing in growth stocks. Further, it takes courage and patience to hold a quality

After a tumultuous summer, history says we might be due for a rally into year-end. According to Ryan Detrick at the Carson Group, when stocks fall more than 1% in August and September, they usually see a bounce in October. Overall, software-as-a-service (SaaS) stocks have done well this year. And the outlook is still favorable

If you have your finger on the geopolitical pulse, your next best move could potentially be to target agriculture or Ag stocks. Why? Fundamentally, the underlying ag stocks industry responds to supply and demand. And since humans will always need to eat, reasonably stable agro businesses should enjoy permanent relevance. However, a more pressing catalyst

Love her or loathe her, Cathie Wood’s magnetic pull on the investment world remains undiminished. Wood has uniquely curated portfolios brimming with disruptive tech firms and ambitious start-ups offering tremendous long-term upside potential. In its euphoric rally of 2020 to 2021, the investment maven’s flagship exchange-traded fund soared to new heights, delivering staggering triple-digit returns.

When it comes to investing, many investors continue to focus solely on growth. Growth stocks, characterized by robust revenue and earnings growth, reinvest profits to fuel expansion. They may not offer dividends, but their potential for market outperformance is worth it over the long term. Indeed, over the past 15 years, this thesis has certainly

Recent comments by Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) CEO Brian Moynihan have increased my confidence in my thesis that the U.S. is heading for “a soft landing.” Specifically, Moynihan said the U.S. Federal Reserve already achieved “a soft landing.” That being said, investors may want to consider jumping back into consumer discretionary stocks – especially those that

Nio (NYSE:NIO) stands as a prominent pick in China’s electric vehicle market. However, NIO stock has experienced substantial volatility because of speculation about which companies will thrive in the global transition to electric vehicles. In 2022, Nio faced a challenging year, with its stock plummeting over 69% during a widespread market downturn. In 2023, Nio’s

Sports betting stocks are definitely stocks to consider, if diversification is important to you. The sports betting industry is often overlooked by investors, despite offering great investment opportunities. The industry consists of great consumer discretionary stocks with strong outlooks, also making them value plays in their own right. Due to these factors, sports betting stocks

Lithium mining stocks have gained significant traction in the past few years. The many use cases of lithium have resulted in exponential growth estimates for the industry (19.57% per year until 2028). Although the lithium industry has consolidated, most lithium mining stocks remain in their early stages of trading, meaning mispricing is a frequent occurrence.

In the burgeoning intelligence economy, data stands as the linchpin of innovation. By 2025, six billion consumers are expected to tap into data every 18 seconds, bolstered by IoT devices producing a staggering 79 zettabytes (ZB). Looking back at 2020, the International Data Corporation highlighted a massive 59ZB of data creation and capture, and with

Market participants are distinguishing EV sector leaders from laggards. Unsurprisingly, the electric vehicle category is positioned to grow quickly in the years to come. In fact, EV sales are projected to account for up 18% of total auto sales in 2025 and an estimated 60% of total sales by the end of the decade. This

Wall Street has been very upset about the results of the Federal Reserve meeting earlier this month. However, there are still many reasons to be optimistic about U.S. stocks — especially safer large-cap stocks — going forward. For one, I don’t think that the results of the meeting were actually as hawkish as the Street

Warren Buffett is truly the greatest investor of our lifetime. There is no one that even comes close to the 3,700,000% returns he generated between 1965 and 2022. That’s a return of almost 20% a year or twice that of the S&P 500 index. It’s why investors watch his every move. What stocks does he buy? Which ones

When you hear consumer stocks in an environment like this one, you automatically think of the negatives. After all, consumers are in a sticky situation as they grapple with persistently high inflation, wages that can’t keep up, and the threat of a prolonged recession. If they’re not already restricted with their finances, they’re battening down

When it comes to scouting potential high-growth opportunities, Nasdaq stocks often stand out as a top pick for many investors. Renowned for listing some of the most cutting-edge companies globally, the allure of significant returns is hard to ignore for those willing to tap into this innovation-driven marketplace. Yet, the recent market headwinds have posed