Investors tend to buy gold stocks as a hedge against broad economic fear. Markets remain volatile and fears of a recession or worse remain elevated. Those are the exact conditions that have historically made gold shares a good investment. Gold tends to underperform the broader stock market in the long term but outperforms in conditions
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SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is well known for being among the leading student loan financing companies in the market. However, as I’ve pointed out in recent pieces, SoFi stock is evolving into more than a one-dimensional player. This company is now a one-stop financial solution provider, with a strong focus on student loan refinancing. There’s a
Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) is among the key eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft companies in the market. For those looking to bet on flying cars, ACHR stock remains one of the key ways to do so. This is a company that’s made significant strides towards flying car commercialization, leading to an impressive 83% rally
Bankruptcy filings are on the rise. As the economic good times of the past few years are seemingly drawing to a close, it’s creating trouble for many publicly traded companies. This has led to the rise of bankruptcy predictions in this article. Retail companies have been particularly hard hit. Firms such as Bed Bath &
This is a strange time as an investor. On one hand, there is inflation and weak consumer spending and on the other, the earnings season and strong market movement. But the best way to take a position during this time is to invest in undervalued blue-chip stocks that look promising and have an impressive balance
The U.S. Federal Reserve Building in Washington, D.C. Win Mcnamee | Reuters Forecasters have been really wrong on the economy recently, but it’s nothing new: They’ve always been wrong. I was amused yesterday to hear that JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon was shocked — shocked! — that the economic forecasts of the major Wall Street
The Securities and Exchange Commission has charged investment manager Blackrock for failing to properly disclose entertainment investments in a fund it advised.
The cannabis business sector is undoubtedly a sector with great growth potential. As technology and its application in health advances, more and more discoveries happen within this potential sector, with incredible results that encourage consumption and demonstrate all its benefits. Maybe we are in the early stages of this sector, but right now is the
Safe stocks are a misnomer. All investments come with risk, and stocks are inherently riskier than fixed-income alternatives — for example. But stocks with a low beta are safe havens compared to the wider market. Beta measures volatility, or how wildly a stock swings compared to the overall market. The market, measured by an index
With effectively no revenue and burning through nearly a third of a billion dollars just last quarter alone, Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) is the poster child of an ultra-high-risk, speculative stock. The company has achieved no truly meaningful milestones or tangible results thus far, instead existing solely on the back of investor cash injections. Of course,
A few weeks back, I wrote an (admittedly early) earnings preview for QuantumScape (NYSE:QS). I argued that while a post-earnings surge for QS stock was possible in theory, shares would not spike. It’s too late to lay out another prediction for how the stock could perform in response to earnings, much less place a pre-earnings
PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ:PYPL) may tempt contrarian investors. Right now, PYPL stock trades for only 10.8 times earnings. A very low valuation, when compared to their competitors’ valuations. Square and Cash App parent Block (NYSE:SQ), for example, trades at a relatively lofty 25.2 times forward earnings. Other popular fintech names, like SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI), have yet
The lithium battery market has grown rapidly in recent years, driven by increased demand for clean energy and transportation. In fact, the global battery market is predicted to reach $406.1 billion by 2023, but that has not stopped certain macro developments from dampening lithium prices. An oversupply of the rare earth mineral has led to
In a tech landscape characterized by constant innovation and shifting dynamics, the success of major companies depends on their adaptability and global reach. This article will explore three overlooked tech stocks that may emerge again as trailblazers. The first one’s meteoric rise is underpinned by its remarkable revenue growth. The second’s social networks boast massive
It’s hard to admit it when your bullish thesis was wrong. Yet, it’s never too late to bail on a terrible stock. Electric vehicle charging station manufacturer ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) proudly touted its latest product ramp-up. Still, CHPT stock gets an “F” rating and will probably continue to lose value. It’s easy to find red flags for
Several of Wall Street’s biggest names convened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the kingdom’s annual Future Investment Initiative, during which they weighed in on risks and opportunities for investors and the global economy. Bankers speaking on panel discussions notably stressed headwinds — particularly in the short term — from multiple wars, an economic slowdown and
Cash grants for small businesses are available from the federal government, state or local governments, and some private companies, although the competition for them can be fierce. Here is what you need to know to get approved for one
The average length of a car loan is 72 months, which is six years but can vary from as short as 12 months to as long as 96 months.
There are several important factors to consider when choosing a certificate of deposit (CD). In this guide, we’ll explain what you need to know.
Social Security disability payments may or may not count as earned income. Learn when you can or can’t use them to invest in a Roth IRA.