Stocks to buy

The latest data from S&P Global (NYSE:SPGI) revealed that the U.S. economy saw modest growth in early November. The Flash U.S. Services Business Activity Index rose to its highest level in four months to 50.8 in November, marking an increase from the previous month’s 50.6. That surpassed the anticipated reading of 50.2, as projected by

The allure of multibagger tech stocks often captivates the savvy investor’s imagination. These are not just any tech stocks, they’re the kind that have the potential to multiply an investment manifold. Imagine a seed growing into a towering tree and you’ve got a good metaphor of the essence of multibagger tech stocks. This sector, brimming

I asked Google Bard to give me the names of seven stocks it believes will double in 2024. I agree with many of the recommendations it gave. Google’s algorithm clearly has identified technology, electric vehicles, semiconductors, e-commerce and a shifting employment landscape as key factors. These sectors appear to be poised to thrive in 2024.

Despite previous recession forecasts, the economy exhibited impressive resilience, notably in the U.S., with GDP achieving its fastest growth in two years. Inflation, although down from historic highs, persists above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. Meanwhile, 10-year treasury bond yields have surged to 16-year highs, signaling evolving financial dynamics. Approaching year-end prompts a strategic review

As we close the third quarter earnings season, it’s time to reflect on the performance. Overall, it was a good quarter, with many companies exceeding earning expectations. While a few companies like Align Technology (NASDAQ:ALGN) disappointed, top Q3 earnings winners beat expectations and even raised guidance. Heading into the earnings season, investors were uncertain whether

Semiconductor stocks have been notching successive monthly wins, with most major names handily beating expectations. This has lifted sentiment recently, likely spurring further Wall Street price target hikes and buying demand. However, one key question facing investors is which tech stock offers superior risk-adjusted returns: AMD (NYSE:AMD) or Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA)? AMD has lagged Nvidia over

2023 has been all about inflation, rising interest rates, and slowing consumer spending. While such market ups and downs are a part of life, it looks like we are finally in a better place. Inflation is cooling, market sentiment is positive, and there is an improvement in consumer spending. It is consumer spending that has

Electric vehicles (EVs) are reshaping the automotive landscape, and the hunt for under-the-radar EV stocks to buy remains as thrilling as ever. Amidst the bustling EV realm, many businesses are vying for a slice of the future. The real gems are those lesser-known players making major strides. These under-the-radar companies, often overshadowed by industry giants,

With about a month before Jolly Old St. Nicholas starts dropping his goodies down chimneys around the world, it’s time to strategize with stocks to buy for Christmas. No, it’s not just about the so-called Santa Claus rally, though this seasonal phenomenon can certainly help. Rather, ahead of a possibly dynamic market environment, we need

The holidays are coming, and it’s time to put gifts in the stockings. As you prepare your Santa list, you may want to consider the gifts that keep on giving. Investments can gain significant value over time and generate cash flow if they offer dividends.  Stocks can generate long-term returns and offer more choices during

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) might remain on top of the electric vehicle market, but it’s rapidly losing ground regarding self-driving stocks. In a Thanksgiving surprise for Tesla bulls, a judge ruled that Tesla’s executive team likely knew key deficiencies within the autopilot system that led to a 2019 death. How the legal battle shakes out from here

The story of the stock market in 2023 has largely been about optimism around AI tinged by the continued threat of recession. Generative AI has propelled tech shares much higher. In fact, it’s very easy to argue that AI has prevented what could have been a very rapid collapse in 2023. AI has been a

Food stocks are a good investment option for investors who like to follow Peter Lynch’s advice to “buy what you know.” With the holiday season kicking off, it’s a time for families, friends and food—and maybe not in that order.  As the last two years have shown, food stocks have a defensive element that is

The complete collapse of OpenAI over the weekend caught everyone by surprise. The privately held artificial intelligence (AI) outfit fired its CEO and co-founder Sam Altman leading several top people at the firm to quit in protest. Hundreds of employees demanded the board of directors resign.  Financial backer Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) was also caught flatfooted. Having

Smart home stocks are worthy companies for you to consider. I love investing in these companies because they are mostly undercovered brands in the financial media. While investors push up the valuations of marquee brands, these smart home stocks are quietly improving their fundamentals and business outlook for the future, and many can be bought

It’s a difficult time to be an income investor. Interest rates are climbing in the U.S. to levels not seen in years, but the average dividend yield of the S&P 500 Index remains relatively low at under 2%. Fortunately, there are still many dividend stocks with yields of 5% or more. Even better, investors do

Stocks under $3 sound attractive to investors for several reasons. First, even with a small corpus, a diversified portfolio of high-risk stocks can be created. Further, when looking at under-$3 stocks, there is a high probability of exposure to early-stage companies. If these businesses deliver, the valuations can skyrocket and multibagger returns are likely. At

I recently saw an article in The New York Times about the rising costs of elder care. These reports of financial ruin have become all too common in the U.S. The same goes for Canada, where I live. Only the very wealthiest are growing old with dignity. The rest of us are left to cope

In a tech-driven era, the ascent of AI continues to reshape industries. Here are three top AI stocks poised to redefine market dominance by 2025. Each firm showcases distinctive approaches and groundbreaking strategies within cybersecurity, technological innovation, and semiconductor advancements. Fundamentally, it is signaling an imminent transformation in their respective sectors. The first one’s revolutionary

Home fitness took off during the pandemic as people resorted to buying their own equipment instead of going to the gym. The trend led to significant gains for companies that operate within the industry. The pandemic is long gone, and some home fitness stocks have crashed from their all-time highs. For example, Peloton (NASDAQ:PTON) used to