Stocks to buy

I strongly believe that investors need to have a dynamic approach when it comes to the world of modern investing. For sure, long-term investment delivers the best results. However, it makes sense to capitalize on all good opportunities. Be it the meme frenzy, penny stock investing or considering exposure to short-term profit stocks. I personally

After a tumultuous 2023, the stock market is back on its feet this year, putting high-potential stocks in the spotlight. Stocks are climbing steadily, the S&P 500 has been up 17% in the last six months, and inflation rates have cooled. Now, as we reach the midpoint, several companies hope to keep the momentum and

In an era where digital threats loom large, the demand for smart cybersecurity stocks has never been this high. Investors are paying attention, as according to Fortune Business Insights, the global market for cybersecurity services and products was valued at $172.32 billion last year and is expected to skyrocket to $424.97 billion by 2030. Ongoing advances in

If you’re looking for stocks to buy and hold, I have answers for you, straight from a portfolio that recently appeared in a June 25 article in The Globe and Mail, Canada’s national newspaper.   Freelance columnist Gordon Pape has been writing about investing for as long as I can remember. He’s one of Canada’s longest-serving

The S&P 500 is booming. The popular benchmark index is up 16% this year and is 44% higher since the start of 2023. After losing over a fifth of its value the year before, our roaring bull market shows little sign of letting up. But a crash will come. Last October, the index hinted at

When it comes to investing, few assets hold the appeal of undervalued Dividend Aristocrats—companies honored for their consistent dividend payments and resilient business models. This elite group of stocks comprises companies within the S&P 500 index with a distinguished track record of consistently increasing their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years. Such an impressive

Don’t count the metaverse out just yet. While it started as a costly failure, companies are racing to use it, creating opportunities for some of the top metaverse stocks. For example, McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) metaverse just debuted in Singapore, which will allow users to build virtual burgers, envision future McDonald’s restaurant designs and participate in contests that will reward

Nancy Pelosi and her husband, Paul, have done well investing. Paul Pelosi has a master’s degree from New York University and his own investment firm. In just one day in the stock market last week, they made $1.6 million. Their net worth is estimated to be $250 million. This has all come legally without any insider information

Investors always praise compounder-type stocks, which are known for their proven ability to exponentially grow wealth over time. These companies usually achieve a high return on capital invested (ROCE) and return on equity (ROE). By reinvesting the majority of their earnings to generate further high returns on investment, these enterprises can compound their financials at

The oil sector is witnessing significant fluctuations, creating opportunities for undervalued oil stocks. With Brent crude trading at around $77 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate at $73, market conditions are ripe for strategic investments. Companies such as Shell (NYSE:SHEL) are focusing on shareholder value, reducing costs, and maintaining strong dividends, which make them an

Choosing the appropriate stocks to buy is more important than ever in today’s changing financial environment. Investors are looking for development and stability; therefore, it’s critical to comprehend the prospects and fundamentals of businesses that might experience big rallies in 2024. These three equities are noteworthy because they represent strategic advantages in their respective industries

Investing in high-growth potential stocks in today’s bull market can be a great way for investors to supercharge their portfolios. For anyone unfamiliar with the term, growth stocks refer to companies that experience above-average growth rates and typically reinvest profits for future growth. These companies tend to have attractive valuations and a long runway for

With its huge opportunity in artificial intelligence, Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) is one of the best tech stocks investors can own. In late May, DELL stock rallied to an all-time high of just under $180 per share on expectations that the company will see exponential growth from sales of its AI servers. Between January and the

The Chinese consumer is finally returning to spending, albeit at a slower-than-expected rate. Eventually, once economic confidence is restored, consumers will increase their spending. Green shoots are emerging, making it an opportune time to buy Chinese retail stocks. There are two primary reasons for upside. First, China has one of the highest e-commerce penetration worldwide,

Mega-cap tech stocks may capture all the headlines as Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) battle it out for top market cap — but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of missed opportunities among smaller, lesser-known tech stocks. Looking for tech stocks isn’t easy in today’s landscape. Over-concentration, higher debt costs, growing awareness of AI’s inherent

On the heels of the Trump/Biden presidential debate, shares in Trump Media & Technology (NASDAQ:DJT) surged in after-hours trading. However, it promptly nosedived after the markets opened. But does Trump’s debate win mean the stock is worth buying, or are there stocks to buy instead of Trump Media that capture both political will and emergent

Most stocks present investors with two choices: growth or downside protection. A company like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) can generate sizable returns if it continues to grow. However, a slowdown in AI spending or unsavory macroeconomic conditions can result in a sharp correction.  Verizon (NYSE:V) investors don’t have to worry about a sharp and sudden decline. The

Chinese stocks are in a rut. So says a recent article from Barron’s. Barron’s contributor Reshma Kapadia wrote on June 26:  “After staging a recovery in the first five months of the year, they have again lost steam as investors look to authorities to do more to revive the economy, heal the property market, and boost

Sports betting is a huge, rapidly growing business in the U.S. According to Statista, the revenue of the U.S. online sports betting market reached about $19 billion in 2023, up from roughly $15 billion in 2022. And in 2026, the sector’s sales are expected to surge to nearly $40 billion. Moreover, between 2024 and 2029,

The video game stocks haven’t exactly been on a hot run of late. Undoubtedly, discretionary spending isn’t in the greatest spot these days, with inflation still a huge concern for many. Still, I do see value in some of the sold-off video game plays, even as most others look to dismiss them as dead money.