While enough evidence exists that justify a pessimistic view of the market – in particular, high inflation and high borrowing costs – it’s also possible that a hot November could rejuvenate previously embattled stocks to buy. And that’s not an entirely speculative proposition. First, let’s get the not-so-pleasant news out of the way. Recently, the
The earnings season can be an exciting time for investors. While a few can be disappointing, many others can generate solid gains for you. Since it is impossible to time the market, investors should identify companies that have a solid history of beating market expectations. When they do this, the stock often rallies. In this
Stock dividends continue to be a major enticement for investors. Many retail investors prize dividend payments and the steady income they provide, particularly in retirement. Also, people like the reliable return on capital they receive from dividends. This is especially true with markets remaining volatile and stock prices rising and falling along with interest rates
A late October Entreprenuer.com article discusses reasons why brands remain on social media. In reality, consumers mostly ignore sponsored content and advertising. Entrepreneur contributor Bryanne DeGoede is the Managing Partner of BLND PR, a boutique agency that works with Fortune 500 companies. She points out that many consumers go to social media to check out
The energy markets are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the wake of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. The price of brent crude remains elevated, above $80/barrel, as the Israel-Hamas war and the Russo-Ukrainian war have led to oil market speculation on supply and demand. These geopolitical tensions are likely
Investing in the stock market is a journey of both patience and foresight. Dividend kings reign supreme in this realm, offering high-yield dividends and long-term investment opportunities. These stocks don’t just grow; they boast consistent dividend increases year after year. They represent financial stability and steady shareholder returns. In an era obsessed with quick wins,
Halloween has come and gone for another year.  Candy by the bag load was collected, sorted by parents and eaten by children and adults alike. According to data from Entrepreneur, chocolate is the favorite sweet for Americans by a 2:1 margin.  However, candies such as gummies and marshmallows are gaining ground, while candy corn has
Artificial intelligence is poised to be a major technological breakthrough, revolutionizing sectors such as healthcare and industrials. One of the companies that has seen significant interest in this realm is C3.ai (NYSE:AI), a company specializing in AI software development. Growing interest from a range of sectors has led the company’s valuation to explode. However, down
The current five trillion-dollar companies listed on U.S. stock exchanges include Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Nvidia (NASD AQ:NVDA).  These five and two others, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), make up “the Magnificent Seven”. The Globe and Mail published a story on Nov. 1 that pointed out the Magnificent
With the generative artificial intelligence megatrend still gaining momentum, investors remain interested about which AI stocks to buy. Yet while there are plenty of names with high exposure to this megatrend, which ones are currently in the “Green Zone?” TradeSmith offers investors valuable tools for determining which stocks to buy. A good example is its
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), despite its name change and metaverse focus, is primarily a social media and AI powerhouse. While the company aims for metaverse leadership, long-term investors see value in its cash flow and growth potential. These characteristics are all within Meta’s entire portfolio of businesses. Experienced or new investors can consider investing in this