Stocks to buy

With fourth quarter 2023 earnings season just about done, some clear winners have emerged. Strong prints and bullish outlooks have catapulted some stocks higher by 20% or more in recent weeks. At the same time, exceptional financial results have sent analysts running to revise their ratings and price targets on certain stocks. Smart investors should

Corporations that outperform their competitors can generate outsized returns for their investors. While it’s possible to find an undervalued hidden gem growing fast, picking stocks leaving competitors behind can also lead to higher gains. The three corporations on this list have a history of outperforming the competition. Thanks to their expertise, resources and other factors,

Despite moving sideways for much of March, the stock market remains near all-time highs and there are plenty of stocks that are trending upwards. Stocks that suffered during the Covid-19 pandemic and struggled to get their operations back online and their financial house in order now appear to be back on track. The market for

Demographics are an underappreciated theme in investing. Over time, as demographic groups enjoy rising income and purchasing power, they drive an increasing portion of economic activity. And young people often set trends in fashion, consumer products, and media, making their tastes a key indicator of future investment returns. This makes it a great time to

Investor interest in generative AI has been unmatched recently. And companies that engage in innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) technology and other cloud-based services have exploded. The stock market is already in a bullish environment due to the increased potential that the Federal Reserve will begin to start cutting interest rates later this year, following

One of the pitfalls that can trip up even the best investors is holding on to absolute ideas. That’s not to say you shouldn’t have rules for your buying and selling decisions. But if the rules are too rigid, you can wind up missing out on some gains from the most popular stocks to buy.

Inflation came in much hotter than expected in February. Core services inflation, which excludes housing, rose 0.5% from January following a 0.9% increase from December. Last month’s gain was twice as fast as it was pre-pandemic, causing the Federal Reserve to rethink interest cutting rate too soon. Consumer spending is weakening as real disposable income

If you’re one the hunt for top performing stocks to buy this month, look no further. The stock market is still on a hot streak following deceased fears surrounding the compounding issue of inflation and possible interest rate cuts on the horizon. Another aspect of the continued rally in this bullish environment is the impressive growth of

Dividend Aristocrat stocks can provide to be wise investments for those looking to shelter a sizable nest egg from inflation. These blue-chip companies have consistently increased their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years, making them some of the most reliable income generators on the market. Their share prices may fluctuate, especially during broader market

What a difference a Fed meeting can make. Stocks are again ripping higher after the U.S. Federal Reserve signalled that it still expects to deliver three interest rate cuts this year. Both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 indices are at all-time highs as equities push upwards. At the same time, the market

It wasn’t long ago that high-interest rates were viewed as poison to most tech stocks. Consequently, the Street couldn’t stand the lion’s share of equities in the sector. However, that has changed in the midst of a bull market, and now many investors can’t buy shares fast enough. As a result, there aren’t that many

What are the defining features of millionaire-maker stocks? First, they must be fast-growing companies exceeding their industry’s growth, supporting stock outperformance. Second, their growth must be backed by secular tailwinds enabling multi-year growth. In the current investment landscape, different industries will originate several millionaire-maker stocks. For example, the cybersecurity threat environment has dramatically changed due

The Magnificent Seven stocks continue to generate a fair amount of ink in the media. And for good reason. The seven mega-cap tech stocks were responsible for nearly two-thirds of the benchmark S&P 500 index’s 24% gain in 2023. Six of the seven stocks can be found among the 10 largest companies in the world

Sports-minded investors may be getting ready to watch their favorite team play in the “Big Dance” which is March Madness. But there are some stocks making investors dance for madness of a different kind.   Investors who own Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) know that madness refers to the booming demand for artificial intelligence (AI). Since the words Chat

Renewable energy is critical for achieving our climate goals, but we’re still far off in meeting the net-zero emissions target by 2050. Major step-changes will be needed to fill the gap, which will make renewable energy stocks all the more relevant. A potential Biden win in 2024 could be a major catalyst for the renewable

Due largely to Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) impressive performance this year, metaverse stocks are receiving attention again. The semiconductor company’s stock has increased 84% in 2024. The chip giant is responsible for the graphical hardware to run the metaverse. On top of this, the market’s performance in the first quarter is impressive. You can thank a dovish

E-commerce has changed the way we shop, and while there are several brick-and-mortar stores in the industry, many consumers prefer online shopping. Companies have diversified their businesses and are no longer limited to selling products online. With a wide umbrella of products and services, these e-commerce companies are set to thrive as the macroeconomic situations

Three companies have emerged as true titans in the rapidly changing financial and technological industries, ready to spearhead the next global boom. These companies have succeeded financially in a sea of uncertainty by going above and beyond the norm. Their tales, replete with tenacity, inventiveness, and tactical forethought, read like contemporary epics. With its rapid

Even as Bitcoin (BTC-USD) ETFs reach record inflow rates and continually edge against all-time highs, some investors—institutional and otherwise—don’t see the “asset class” worth buying for a long-term investment. Vanguard Group execs, for example, see Bitcoin as too speculative and not worthy of consideration for a buy-and-hold style portfolio; that’s why we haven’t yet seen

While many are thinking about whether electric vehicle euphoria is dead, EV makers across the globe are ramping up production. The future is EVs; whether you get in on the ride or not, they will rule the road. When we talk about EV stocks, the first company that comes to mind is Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), but over