Stocks to sell

High dividend yields don’t always make stocks attractive for investors. Often, stocks with high dividend yields can represent some of the worst investments available. There are two main reasons for this counterintuitive situation. This has led to the emergence of dividend stocks to avoid. First, dividend yields can be high because the stocks that pay

Palantir’s (NYSE:PLTR) stock had a direct listing in 2018 that drew attention because of the company’s background and ambitious goals. Funded by the CIA’s investment arm and widely used by the U.S. military and government, Palantir aimed to be the primary data system for the U.S. government and expand its Foundry platform for enterprise clients.

The EV landscape continues to take shape. That’s great for leading sector stocks like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) that benefit from strong market share, growing sales, and established brand power.  At the same time, as the market begins to solidify, early aspirants are beginning to fade fast. The field of EV manufacturers is quickly separating the wheat from the

It’s an understatement to say that Block (NYSE:SQ) stock has gotten clobbered in recent months. Since July, when shares in the Square and Cash App parent were changing hands at prices nearing $80 per share, SQ stock has declined in price to the tune of nearly 44%. Finding support right now in the low-$40s per

As market volatility appears set to continue in the near, you may wonder which stocks to sell in October. While stocks overall could remain under pressure, as the market digests high interest rates and the looming risk of a recession, there are certain stocks that may be at risk of experiencing even choppier conditions ahead.

Interest rates are soaring, the economy faces many challenges and the Federal Reserve remains aggressive in its campaign to stamp out inflation. Amid this uncertainty, investors are turning to dividend stocks for solid income during these worrisome times. However, you should be careful when picking dividend stocks. Not all income yields are created equal. In

It’s an old investing adage that investors should let their winners run. And that’s generally true. Historically, momentum has proven to be a powerful factor and stock prices that are in upward motion often tend to keep rising for a considerable length of time. However, there also comes a time for taking profits. At some

In 2020, global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) was in major trouble because of the Covid-19 lockdowns. Some AMC stock investors hope to participate in an epic comeback story. However, AMC Entertainment still has problems, and I don’t expect this movie to end happily. Meme stock traders haven’t focused on AMC Entertainment much lately. This

The stock market appears to be entering choppy waters as the year winds down. Between high inflation, unpredictable interest rates and an increasingly frightful geopolitical landscape, risk factors abound. So here are three stocks to avoid. Given this challenging investment environment, this is not time to be holding onto struggling companies that have seen better

Tech stocks, known for their high-risk nature, saw significant investments during the pandemic, with cheap money fueling tech and crypto for lucrative returns. However, as central banks tighten monetary policies, investors are cashing in their gains, leading to an expected decline in prices. In the realm of digital innovation, even the strongest companies may need

While a contentious topic, investors seeking long-term success must frequently consider stocks to sell. Similar to changing the oil in a combustion-powered car, you’ve got to keep the overall machinery running well. Just like you (likely) don’t have an emotional attachment to motor oil, you must adopt a similar policy to underperformers. True, we live

One of the big slogans favored by CNBC pundit Jim Cramer is, “There’s always a bull market somewhere.” I believe that’s true. But I think there’s also always a bear market somewhere. That’s because, even during good times, companies are always being hurt by new technologies, tough competition, and/or weak products. Additionally, there are always stocks whose

In rough markets it’s important to keep and eye out for overbought stocks. Finding the right timing to buy and sell stocks will always be a sought-after skill by any investor searching for that holy grail. While I do believe that there isn’t one, I firmly believe that overbought stocks still provide signs of when

With Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) market share slipping a great deal in the U.S., its deliveries dropping in China, and its revenue per vehicle down about 20% from highs, TSLA stock could indeed plummet in the medium term. Luckily for Elon Musk and his crew, however, the automaker has a potential blockbuster on the way, and it

Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, but while reaching a century in business is a remarkable milestone DIS stock has performed unremarkably in 2023 has been far from remarkable. Even as major indices start bouncing back, shares in this media giant have kept tumbling lower, falling by around 5.2% year-to-date. This

September kept up with its tradition of being a tricky month for investors. The choppiness in the market continues to spook investors, compelling them to optimize their portfolios effectively. Furthermore, market experts are making optimistic predictions. So, it’s even more critical for investors to discern the gems from the duds and pinpoint the stocks to

When Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B) CEO Warren Buffett loads up on a stock, you might be tempted to do what he does. That’s understandable, as Buffett is a legendary investor. However, there’s a red flag with Snowflake (NYSE:SNOW) that prospective shareholders must consider, so don’t over-leverage yourself on SNOW stock. Snowflake is a cloud computing company

Until recently Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) stock was the most conservative investment you could make in the drugs space. It still is, but that’s no longer a compliment. There’s a lot more risk in it since it spun off its consumer business as Kenvue (NYSE:KVUE) on August 23. Since then JNJ stock is down 5%,

October is renowned for its potential to unsettle investors with significant market drops, a trend that continues from the previous month. Indeed, while certain stocks have shown an ability to weather volatility, some falling stocks are down and could still see greater declines. Here are three such stocks that have been down significantly recently and

The debt woes facing corporate America are real, as indicated by an increase in debt defaults. In July, Business Insider reported that 55 U.S. companies had defaulted within the first six months of the year, 53% higher than a year earlier.    “A tougher credit environment combined with a full-blown recession could result in nearly a