Stocks to buy

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

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

Truly, 2023 wasn’t the greatest for the electric vehicle (EV) industry. As automakers struggled amidst the United Auto Workers (UAW) strike, a high interest rate environment dropped consumer spending and EV demand. While the strike did cost millions to the automakers, the drop in demand also caused the profits and subsequently, EV stocks to drop.

Hydrogen stocks are likely to continue to be in focus this year thanks to continued worries about global warming. Countries around the world remain committed to reaching net zero, which will require a combination of energy-saving measures, a push for renewable energy development, and the development and deployment of low-carbon solutions like hydrogen energy. It’s

After hitting new all-time highs in 2023, the S&P 500 is off to a slower start this year. The broad-based index is down 1.5% in the first week of trading. The first jobs report of the new year showed strong gains, which could cause the Federal Reserve to stand firm on the high interest rates

In early December, Barron’s published an article about a little-known Ohio-based company that had grown its annual dividend for 50 consecutive years. It got me thinking about mid-cap stocks with robust dividends.  The featured company above is RPM International (NYSE:RPM), with great brands such as Tremco, Rust-Oleum, DAP, Varathane, and Tremclad. They are a paint

In the tech investment space, three stocks stand poised to rewrite the rules of growth and profitability. These three companies have sparked widespread interest and speculation, projecting a potential leap of 3X by 2026. The article explores their compelling fundamentals of strategic prowess and market dominance. Financial revelations speak volumes. The first one’s meteoric rise,

As the global economy recovers from a period of high inflation, investors seek the best soft landing stocks to buy. A soft landing in economics is when central banks raise interest rates to slow economic growth to avoid a recession. Over the last year, Wall Street has pushed the narrative that a recession is on

CE Pro magazine is a leading trade publication for the custom electronics business. Its readers include homebuilders, small- and medium-sized businesses, and individual homeowners.   On Jan. 2, CE Pro’s editor-in-chief, Arlen Schweiger, summarized the year for the 55 smart home stocks that are part of the publication’s Smart Home Stock Index. The index rebounded

2023 was a year when growth outperformed value by a huge margin, led by the technology-heavy Nasdaq 100. However, in 2024, there might be a reversal of fortunes, given the numerous headwinds on the horizon. Thus, you should consider some smart investor stocks to weather the potential market turmoil. 2024 might be a challenging year, considering

A triumphant narrative of resilience and strategic prowess across three divergent industries emerges in the ongoing roller-coaster, where markets teeter on the brink of uncertainty with stocks at 52-week lows. Picture this: the first one, the tech titan, navigating tumultuous waters with an arsenal of revenue streams and a cloud-centric strategy. Concurrently, the second unveils

The advancement of artificial intelligence revitalized tech stocks in 2023. Yet, as 2024 looms, investors are becoming more selective, especially in AI sectors. A prime focus is the metaverse, where AI is crucial for development. This intersection makes metaverse stocks a smart addition to 2024 portfolios. According to Statista, the metaverse market is expected to

Many food delivery stocks shined brightly for investors through 2023, especially for the bravest dip-buyers who gave them the benefit of the doubt in the back half of 2022. While the easiest gains seem to have already been made in the corner of food delivery, that doesn’t mean there isn’t any upside going into 2024,

The beginning of the year is a good time for some portfolio rejig. I would look at further strengthening my positions among blue-chip dividend stocks. At the same time, it’s important to remain aggressive in the markets and consider some exposure to high-risk and low-price stocks that can deliver multibagger returns. There has been ample

E-commerce has revolutionized shopping, enhancing the experience and the breadth of selection. Today, the e-commerce share of global retail sales is above 20%. The days of pure brick-and-mortar stores are long gone, and e-commerce retail stocks are taking over. Over two decades ago, Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) began the online retail trend. It pioneered online ordering and

One of the easiest ways to get paid consistently is with income investing. Simply buy a high-yielding, growing stock and sit back and collect the yield. Look at Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI), one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. Not only is it a well-respected, growing company, but it has now consistently increased its dividend going

The information age has produced many profitable companies. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) entered the PC industry early with the latter capitalizing on smartphones as well. Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) set up online platforms that forever changed the ways people shop and consume information. Truly, we have experienced many technological innovations over the years. But, tech needs a foundation to

Income investors typically want to find stocks with above-average yields, generally meaning that the stocks have higher yields than the S&P 500 average. Currently, the S&P 500 Index yields about 1.7% on average. Beyond yield, income investors should also be sure that the dividend payout is sustainable. Investors looking for safe dividends should consider the

Pursuing financial freedom often conjures images of dynamic markets, strategic maneuvers, and the allure of high-yield stocks. Imagine a tapestry woven with resilience, operational finesse, and the astuteness of market navigation. This is precisely the landscape where seven exceptional stocks stand as beacons, promising enduring passive gains. The article executes an investment exploration where these

This is one of those times when It’s more important to watch what consumers do more than what they say. Despite frustration over “streaming fatigue,” consumers continue to pay for multiple streaming services. A study by Deloitte Insights shows that American households subscribe to an average of four streaming services. That’s why streaming stocks are