Stocks to buy

2023 was, in many ways, a challenging year for the media industry. With the decline of traditional distribution channels such as physical media, movie theaters, and cable TV, content producers must shift their business models dramatically to adapt to the changing times. This could mean it’s time to bet on streaming stocks. Online advertising models

The past four years have been a roller coaster for investors. The pandemic brought the longest bull market in history to a screeching halt, only to see it quickly rebound and go on a two-year extended run. The S&P 500 index then tumbled hard in 2022, only to reverse course again and surge more than

Steve Symington is a long-time contributor to The Motley Fool. Over the years, he’s written more than 8,000 articles for the publication. A piece of Symington’s from July 2023 provides a hint or two on how to find the next household names and undiscovered stock gems.  The headline says it all. 4 Lessons From My

The financial markets in 2024 will be pulsating with transformative opportunities driven by companies poised to redefine industries. This is leading to several 2024 investment trends making themselves known, and several stocks gaining traction. Three distinct stocks illuminate diverse sectors, suggesting robustness, technological innovation, and strategic positioning. The first one’s astute market navigation in the

While capital appreciation is vital, dividends are also important to total returns. Dividend stocks for consistent income provide both and are often more stable. Your portfolio can be a reliable source of income if you pick the right dividend stocks. There are numerous dividend stocks for consistent income that pay out dividends frequently, either monthly

In 2023, electric vehicle sales surpassed 1 million units. But, the past few months showed lower production, slowing demand, and reduced EV investments. Despite macroeconomic challenges, certain EV stocks performed well at year’s end. The EV industry, seen as a lucrative future investment, stands out due to its relative newness. Compare it to mature markets

The promise of gene editing is moving closer to being a reality. If you’re an investor with a speculative appetite and appropriate risk tolerance, you may want to consider a long position in gene editing stocks.  The idea at the core of gene editing is personalized medicine. Tools like 23-and-Me can help you understand your DNA.

For years, big data has been quite the abstract theme for many investors who aren’t well-versed in data science. Indeed, many investors may still misunderstand what firms within the big data space bring to the table. From the analytics of massive data sets to tools that help enterprises better manage, visualize and interpret vast troves

The future of the U.S. economy is promising, marked by a robust recovery in the travel sector. In fact, spending and air passenger numbers are exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Leisure travel is resilient, and business and group bookings are on the rise, indicating a positive trend. International outbound travel is rebounding, contributing to a favorable outlook.

The artificial intelligence (AI) trade is alive and kicking. Companies tied to AI are rallying to start 2024 after a brief pullback. The continued upsurge in AI stocks comes as companies make announcements about increased production, new consumer products, and enhanced capabilities related to generative AI. The focus among analysts and investors this year centers

Cloud computing refers to all of the infrastructure required to store and host the internet and its websites including servers, data centers, storage, networking, and development tools located off premises. Individual users and institutional users alike utilize the cloud. Those services and infrastructure continue to grow at a rapid pace making cloud stocks an important

Halfway through January, investors are wondering what the most popular investments for 2024 will be.  In 2023, the top-performing stock index was the Nikkei 225, up 30.1%, 590 basis points higher than the S&P 500. Coming in a distant third was the STOXX 50, a collection of 50 of Europe’s largest companies.  The three worst-performing

The traditional economy and workplace continues to evolve. The results of that transition are very evident in the gig economy. The gig economy itself has grown rapidly reaching a value of more than $455 billion last year.  More and more workers are shunning the typical 9 to 5 office job. It is expected that more

There are ample evidences that suggest that the “buy and hold” strategy is possibly the best way to make millions from the market. While many investors can screen good ideas, there is lack of patience when it comes to holding stocks. The millionaire-making secret is to hold high-growth stocks that represent businesses with potential and

Visa (NYSE:V) stock is setting up for another solid year. There’s a good chance at least one credit card in your wallet is Visa-branded. It’s the largest payments processor with some 4.3 billion Visa cards in circulation and generated $14.5 trillion in total payments and cash volume for the full fiscal year.   V stock enjoyed

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) took the spotlight on Wall Street last year as the demand for artificial intelligence hardware soared. Don’t assume that another company has to take Nvidia’s place in 2024, though. NVDA stock fully deserves an “A” grade as a prime momentum play that’s actually a good value, as well. The idea here isn’t to try to pick the

Despite previous uncertainties, the future of the U.S. economy in 2024 looks promising. Bipartisan leaders have reached an agreement on federal spending, averting the potential for a government shutdown. Economists are revising their growth projections upwards, indicating stability and continuity in government programs without significant budget cuts. The agreement suggests a positive trajectory for economic

The metaverse is working to revolutionize the world, including sectors like entertainment and education. Here we look at the top metaverse stock picks for 2024 and beyond. The concept of the metaverse has evolved in recent years into a tangible near-term reality pursued by major companies such as Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) (formerly Facebook) and decentralized

Following the remarkable ascent of Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) last year, it’s only natural for investors to consider the top tech stocks to buy for 2024. Yeah, I suppose that NVDA could again be a winner. It’s off to a great start and the underlying generative artificial intelligence sector should only blossom from here. Still, it’s risky

As we enter into the new year, we need to start looking into how we can make changes to our portfolio. One thing is unlikely to change from last year though. AI will likely continue to be at the forefront of the market. 2023 was the year of ChatGPT with AI exploding into the mainstream