Stocks to buy

I last wrote about dividend stocks yielding 5% and included it in the headline in August 2019. Interest rates were considerably lower then, so 5% was considered a high-yield dividend stock.  Fast forward to January 2024. While it’s still a high yield, income investors have more options. For example, a one-year Treasury bill yields about

As Wall Street’s crystal ball, the stock market is giving early signals of a potential re-election for President Joe Biden this year. With the S&P 500 scaling new heights, the buzz among analysts is palpable, which bodes remarkably well for investors to wager on the stocks for the Democratic political climate. If Biden secures a

History is a great teacher. Looking back on the stock market’s last 100 years, we find dividend investing beats all other stocks. They handily outperform the S&P 500 and have never had a losing decade. It makes sense dividend stocks would be so good. They tend to be profitable businesses that have been through numerous

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock just recently hit a huge milestone, becoming the second company behind Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) to reach the $3 trillion market cap status. The prospects of artificial intelligence have Wall Street excited, as MSFT stock is at the forefront of this revolutionary technology.  Generative AI is arguably one of the most important technologies since

In 2023, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) surpassed expectations as its share price skyrocketed roughly 300%, making this stock quite the standout in the digital asset market. This will have important implications for COIN investors. That said, even with its recent increase tied to France’s regulatory clearance, COIN stock still rests 55% below its 2021 peak.  Coinbase and Bitcoin

Identifying the best forever tech stocks can often be a great way for investors to build wealth in the stock market. When you look at some of the largest companies in the stock market, they’ve continued to dominate and outperform the market. These tech stocks to buy and hold are great investments for the long

Within a long-term bull market, there can be intermediate corrections. A 30% to 40% decline in stocks before a fresh rally is not uncommon in high-growth industries. The reason is that markets always tend to react on extremes. A good example of my point is electric vehicle (EV) stocks. As the EV sector faces some

In my view, the next 24 to 36 months will be a period of another big bull market for cryptocurrencies. Direct exposure to Bitcoin (BTC-USD) and quality altcoins can deliver multibagger returns during this period. At the same time, investors can consider proxy exposure to the crypto bull market. One way is to buy fundamentally

Investing in the stock market isn’t without the risks, but what if you could generate extra income from your investment? If you are a risk-averse investor like me and want to build a retirement portfolio, dividend stocks with consistent cash flow will appeal to you. You can achieve your goal of generating consistent income while

Constructing a portfolio takes a lot of time and effort. It’s even more tedious to craft a portfolio that aligns with your financial goals.  Some investors seek to grow their portfolios by as much as possible. They are willing to take risks but don’t want to take on speculative investments. Distinguishing between those types of

Joe Biden stood at the podium in Milwaukee last August. Behind the president stood a sign with the headline Bidenomics with the sub-heading Investing in America directly below it. The president was in Milwaukee to speak at Ingeteam, a manufacturer of wind turbine equipment and electric vehicle rechargers. He was there to remind voters that

2024 is set to be one of the most unpredictable years in recent memory. A historic election year, geopolitical conflicts and their spillover effects and an uncertain economic backdrop are all in the cards. In this dynamic world, dividend stocks for long-term income are a solid bet. This year, more than 2 billion people will

Artificial intelligence (AI) can increase global productivity and help businesses generate more revenue. Those two outcomes and others have captivated investors who seek to beat the market.  It’s hard to find an industry that performed as well as AI last year. It may also be challenging to find a sector that can keep up with

Adding stocks for diversification to your portfoliois still the best approach for most investors. While mega-cap technology stocks continue to lead the market higher, having all one’s eggs in that basket is risky. Over time, the stock market rally will broaden out, and sector rotation will occur. When that happens, investors who have a diversified

Quick – what’s the safest “Magnificent Seven” stock to own right now? If you answered Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock, you’re not the only one who feels this way. Investing in Microsoft allows you to participate in the growth of the generative artificial intelligence or gen-AI technology market. At the same time, you don’t have to worry about Microsoft

The metaverse, a longstanding concept, is gaining traction in the world of technology stocks. Consisting of interconnected platforms, it enables real-time communication and interaction. The key goal of the metaverse is to merge the virtual and real. For example, users can shop for products or attend concerts in the digital world. The metaverse buzz has

Global GDP growth depends on various factors of productivity and efficiency. An important driver of growth is the focus on technology and innovation. As the United States shifted focus away from manufacturing, it’s the technological edge that has ensured that the country remains the leading economy in the world. Therefore, IT stocks are always likely

A bill that could lead to some major tax cuts in the U.S. has been advanced. It’s named the “Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.” This legislation aims to enhance tax breaks for businesses and low-income families. If approved, it will increase the child tax credit. Further, it can restore business

Both brick-and-mortar and online gambling markets are indeed expanding. On the brick-and-mortar side, Japan and New York are adding new casinos, while Texas appears to be moving in that direction. And on the online side, new American states are constantly legalizing betting. Also importantly, gambling has always been and will always be a very popular

Inherently, the idea of gold stocks generates controversy in some circles because of its relevance – or lack thereof. Often labeled as a “barbarous relic,” the yellow metal is exactly that, a commodity. It has no distinction from other variants of the same element. And it neither produces no earnings nor pays dividends. Some might