Stocks to sell

Apple’s (NASDQ:AAPL) first-quarter financial results contained some very discouraging signs, making the stock a sell in the near-term. Up until now, it has been easy to defend Apple stock. Sales of the company’s electronic devices — its iPhones and MacBooks — had been slowing, but the services side of the business — streaming and Apple

While it’s not dominating the news cycle like it did during the meme stock craze of 2021, the Reddit (NYSE:RDDT) message board r/WallStreetBets is still going strong. The sub-Reddit is still a main gathering place for retail investors to discuss, debate and dissect stocks and share ideas. Many of the comments, memes, and videos posted

The cruise industry has long been a popular choice for travelers seeking a unique and luxurious vacation experience. However, behind the glitz and glamor, the industry has been grappling with several inherent weaknesses. Those have left the sector particularly vulnerable to economic downturns and unforeseen crises. These susceptibilities have been brought to the forefront in

I’d like to begin this article by informing you that I am personally opposed to the overall concept of a metaverse. My bias against it stems from the belief that, as a project, it lacks the substance necessary to deliver on its financial promises. After all, for it to succeed, the quality of life in virtual reality would have

Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) stock continues to decline, making it the worst performer in the S&P 500 index this year. Since January, INTC stock has fallen nearly 40%, placing it at the bottom of 503 companies listed in the benchmark S&P index. Today, the share price of Intel is 35% lower than where it was in 2019.

Whether you’re a staunch environmentalist or an electric vehicle enthusiast, the current state of the lithium industry is concerning. That’s because the lithium commodity’s dreadful impact on landscapes and its lackluster performance. For investors, lithium was not always the most exciting play, after all, it supported the steady smartphone and rechargeable battery industry. Yet, in

There are several stocks to sell now that are clinging to life support. These companies have been diluting their shares and burning cash at an alarming rate, making a successful comeback an increasingly unlikely prospect. Rather than accepting reality, management has resorted to desperate measures to keep the lights on, effectively kicking the can down

Given the hype surrounding artificial intelligence, it’s hard to imagine that there are any AI stocks to sell. They’ve all got to be good, no? The reality is, like every other industry or segment, there are good and bad stocks to buy and sell. That’s life. I’ve been tasked with coming up with three AI

Bankruptcy is a risk for any individual or corporation that has a relationship with a bank. That is to say, no one is safe from the crushing weight of accumulating debt. However, in the case of publicly traded companies, the effects of corporate bankruptcy trickle down directly to investors. That’s because by investing, you take

The restaurant industry is difficult. Competition is fierce. Consumers are picky. Workers are transitory. And profit margins can be razor thin. The National Restaurant Association estimates that only 20% of restaurants are successful. About 60% of all restaurants fail in their first year of operation, and 80% fail within five years of opening. Those are

There are some energy stocks investors may want to take a careful look at selling or trimming in May of this year. Many of these companies enjoyed tremendous profits and soaring stock prices over the past couple of years, buoyed by high oil and natural gas prices stemming from supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions.

Consumer interest has definitely has started to shift away from EV stocks with many investors choosing to sell them in favor of conventional combustion engine companies. Everything from government subsidies to concerns about climate change has spurred growth in the sector. However, since the beginning of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s 2022 rate hike cycle, the

Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) is the next electric vehicle manufacturer to report quarterly results. While not for certain that Rivian stock surges once the latest numbers hit the street, a post-earnings rally isn’t out of the question. Peer Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) may have tanked after its latest quarterly earnings release, but Rivian’s deliveries beat could in

April was forgettable, to say the least, for the stock market. Not only was it the worst month of the year, but it was also the worst month since February 2023. Hence, investors’ focus now shifts to income stocks, potentially offering a safe harbor amidst the volatility. However, it’s imperative not to act impulsively and

Once, the saying “Don’t bet against the mouse” was commonplace when advising investors to avoid trading against Disney (NYSE:DIS). Increasingly, that maxim is falling out of favor and replaced with “Don’t bet against Elon Musk.” Looking at Elon Musk’s many projects with a clear, fair and impartial perspective is nearly impossible today. That’s because political

The outlook for cryptocurrencies seems to change like the weather. Only a month ago, the whole world was bullish on crypto as a Bitcoin (BTC-USD) halving event approached, when the available supply of BTC that can be mined is reduced by 50%. Past halving events led to parabolic moves that increased crypto prices. Not this

Bearishness about Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) has been on the rise lately, but one Intel stock insider has been bucking the trend. CEO Pat Gelsinger has recently been engaging in some insider buying of the chipmaker’s shares. As Barron’s reported on May 3, Gelsinger last week bought up $250,000 worth of INTC stock in the open market.

The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund ETF (NYSEARCA:XLF) is down by approximately 3% month-over-month, illustrating the interim negativity attached to the financial sector.  Interest rate uncertainty paired with inconsistent real economic factors will lead to a sectoral drawdown. Sure, some variables might combat my outlook. However, the aforementioned variables may cause credit spreads to surge in the coming months, leading to a

Recent first-quarter earnings reports have underlined the level of uncertainty surrounding tech stocks at a time when confounding Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation figures have had an adverse impact on Wall Street.  The news of March inflation data being hotter than expected at 3.5% caused widespread concern across U.S. markets. And the prospect of multiple

A stock market crash can be great for dividend stocks, but not for this list of dividend stocks to avoid. If one believes that the correction in the broader indices such as the S&P 500 is only temporary, then the dividend yield paid by these companies increases, which increases one’s long-term income potential. One can