Big oil is back. With crude prices above $90 a barrel and heading higher, energy stocks are hot once again. Oil companies were the only trade that worked during the 2022 bear market. Crude prices peaked above $120 a barrel, leading to gushing profits and record shareholder distributions by all the major players. Then, the
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Artificial intelligence is still all the rage with investors, but the hype has pushed many stocks to unsustainable heights. Now that the irrational frenzy is cooling off, some compelling opportunities are emerging away from the hot spotlight. Savvy investors should check out these hidden gems this Fall, rather than chasing the wildly popular names. The
As autumn arrives and the weather cools, investors should closely monitor the energy sector. Oil and gas stocks have been stellar performers since summer 2022 as energy prices remain elevated, vastly outshining the overall market. With OPEC+ confirming additional output cuts recently, and global demand steadily recovering, the backdrop remains highly favorable for energy stocks
The September slump is in full effect as the S&P 500 fell about 2% since the end of August. Still, investors are finding plenty to be excited about in today’s markets. IPOs are back on the menu, as you’ll soon see – but not all new listings are worth investing in. Likewise, meme stock drama
Investing and trading cannabis stocks has been extraordinarily difficult. I feel for those who took a bet for all the right reasons (which we’ll get into). But the entire space has been incredibly challenged. If we look at the Global X Cannabis ETF (NASDAQ:POTX) as a proxy, it’s clear that investors have felt pain for
Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Instacart — Instacart shares fell more than 5% one day after going public on the Nasdaq. The grocery deliver company’s stock debuted at $42 on Tuesday, 40% above its $30 offering price. Steelcase — The furniture stock soared more than 26%
There is no denying the fact that the future of transportation is electric, and the sooner we adapt to it, the better it is. However, electric vehicle (EV) adoption has been low across the world, and there is a long way to go. Governments across the globe have laid out incentives to ensure higher adoption
When times get tough, investors turn to dividend stocks, particularly Dividend Kings. Rising prices, elevated energy costs, and slowing economic growth mean the one constant investors can count on is the reliability of dividend stocks to see them through. That’s why you should include Dividend Kings in your portfolio. Dividend Kings are the elite of
Despite predictions of a recession at the end of 2022, the United States economy has defied expectations, showcasing robustness and continued growth. Throughout the first half of 2023, it has remained resilient despite headwinds in interest rate hikes, a politically driven debt default crisis initiated by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and a series of bank failures. This resilience
Pinterest app on a mobile phone. Andrew Harrer | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Dollar General — Dollar General shares fell 2% after JPMorgan downgraded the discounter to underweight from a neutral as the company’s core shopper grapples with persistent inflationary pressures and dwindling savings. Pinterest —
In my past coverage of QuantumScape (NYSE:QS), I have cited many factors that help to build a convincing bear case for QS stock. However, with the release of a new sell-side rating on QS this week, there’s now a new convincing bull case out there for the EV battery company’s shares. This latest thesis focuses
In general, large-cap stocks are associated with steady upside and continued value creation through dividends. It’s growth stocks that seem more exciting in terms of skyrocketing in quick time. However, there are always exceptions. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has surged by over 200% for year-to-date. Even Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has witnessed a strong rally of 42% for the
The Federal Reserve is set to make its next move shortly, and it could send a shock through the market. With already high interest rates, a sticky inflation problem and an uncertain economic outlook, many investors are taking a cautious approach for the rest of 2023. And there should be particular concern about companies that
Are you looking for European stocks to buy? Bloomberg recently reported details about Bank of America’s (NYSE:BAC) latest survey of European fund managers. According to the report, 61% of the managers surveyed see an upside for European equities over the next 12 months, up from just 45% in August. Further, approximately 37% of those managers
Tech stocks have not always been a good source of dividend stocks. In the past, income investors typically avoided the tech sector. But this has begun to change in the past decade. The technology sector contains many reliable dividend growth stocks. This article will discuss three blue-chip tech stocks with more than 10 years of
Despite their somewhat lacklustre results over the last few years, cannabis stocks shouldn’t be underestimated. The total return potential of these companies is huge. U.S. states continue to push for legalization, and continued research into the plant shows promise in treating a variety of health problems. So which one of those cannabis stocks should you
An empty parking lot is pictured in front of a Planet Fitness gym and fitness club in Alhambra, California, on May 12, 2020, after stay-at-home orders in Los Angeles County were extended until July amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Frederic J. Brown | AFP | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading.
The metaverse gives many companies the opportunity to profit and explore different revenue streams. Some companies contribute with artificial intelligence, computer security, or the creative side. The creative element has many components, such as designs, ideas, plans, and other things. It is undoubtedly a joint work, where every contribution counts for the growth of this
The Carnival Miracle cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line is docked at Pier 27 in San Francisco, Sept. 30, 2022. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Carnival, Royal Caribbean— The cruise lines both gained about 2% after being upgraded by Truist. The Wall Street firm moved
The global financial advisory market is expected to grow to $240 billion in 2027 at a compound annual growth rate of more than 3%. The industry growth is attributed to the rise in the number of high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) worldwide. That’s excellent news for retirement advisory stocks. According to Capgemini’s 2023 World Wealth Report, the