Lithium stocks have suffered sharp declines in 2023. The price of lithium carbonate has cratered 77% YTD, on the back of higher supply and lower EV sales volume in China. Lithium is a key component within the electric vehicle battery supply chain. It is also needed to meet the growing demand of energy storage systems.
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As countries throughout the world work to make (or keep) climate change top of mind in policy initiatives, some investors are paying more attention to a company’s environmental, social and governance score. An ESG score measures how well a company performs regarding issues like sustainability and gender equality. Because of their environmental focus, clean energy
Investors have cooled recenty on SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock, which may surprise some. After all, in late October this fintech firm/neobank unveiled strong quarterly results and promising updates to guidance. However, a recent valuation development has stuck in the minds of investors and started to counter the positive takeaways from the latest earnings release. This
Even though Block (NYSE:SQ) is a premier player in the digital payments space, its 2023 performance is disappointing. A turnaround is likely imminent for SQ stock, however, as Block will soon be a leaner business and the company expects to earn substantial operating income this year. It’s understandable if some investors are concerned about Block’s future. Alyssa
At the time of this writing, the market is at a “will they or won’t they” crossroads. Most investors’ are wondering if the Federal Reserve will increase interest rates at its December 2023 meeting or pause. Recent market activity suggests that a Fed rate hike pause is a near certainty. But a hotter-than-expected reading on
With global demand for its microchips and semiconductors accelerating, and the development of AI in its infancy, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock remains a must-own growth play that can carry investors to future riches. As we close out 2023, the company’s share price has more than tripled since last January, bringing its five-year gain to more than
Without a doubt, the best time to buy stocks in a sector is when sentiments are significantly bearish. Or as the saying goes: “buy when there is fear in the streets and sell when there is greed.” This perfectly applies to the cannabis sector today. In fact, some of the best cannabis stocks have plunged
The U.S. economy exhibited greater-than-expected strength in Q3, with GDP rising at an annualized rate of 5.2% from July through September. The performance highlighted its remarkable resilience amid heightened inflation and elevated borrowing costs earlier this year. Of course, this figure is also adjusted for inflation and seasonal fluctuations. The robust economic growth is beneficial
In the dynamic realm of modern medicine, biotech stocks have effectively emerged at the forefront of a transformation. These innovative players are steering us towards a new era of medical marvels with precision and personalization. However, the path to revolutionizing healthcare is not without its challenges. Many of the top firms possess invaluable intellectual property
Streaming has grown exponentially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The consequential shift in consumer behavior made traditional media companies rethink strategy. They realize that linear TV may no longer be the way to attract consumers and generate ad revenue. However, changes have occurred since the pandemic. In fact, streaming numbers aren’t as high as they once
In 2023 it’s safe to say that the biggest investing trends were artificial intelligence (AI) stocks and the “Magnificent Seven.” You could probably retire if you bet on all seven tech stocks in the past year. But now it’s time to look ahead to what the top investing trends in 2024 will be. There’s no
Three underappreciated stocks shine brightly in a bustling market where big-ticket stocks often hog the limelight. Each is valued under $15 but holds immense potential for exponential growth. While their prices may seem modest, these stocks boast compelling narratives of strategic prowess and remarkable financial trajectories. It is signaling an untapped opportunity for investors seeking
Artificial intelligence (AI) is disrupting and enabling innovation across industries. So far, AI research organizations like OpenAI and Anthropic are leading the charge and seeing revenue explosion. Today, companies are integrating AI into applications such as email, shopping carts, and customer service. Indeed, over the next decade, this technology is set to become ubiquitous. Due
With demand for automation expected to continue growing rapidly, it’s easy to see why investors continue to be intrigued by robotics stocks. Businesses of all sizes are expected to continue to invest in automation to automate tasks and reduce costs. Increasing labor costs are driving increased demand for automation overall. Firms are increasingly looking to
Over the past couple of years, we saw an unprecedented boom in consumer spending. With the government stimulus payments and programs such as the freeze on student loan payments, consumers were flush with cash to spend. But these trends have now reversed. Stimulus programs long ago ran out, debt repayments have started up again and
The stock market has been on a torrid rally over the past month — one of its sharpest in 20 years — and today’s inflation report confirms that this frenetic rally will persist for the foreseeable future. The October Personal Consumption Expenditures Report was released this morning. It includes the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge,
Much like artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, a quantum computing stock could be explosive. In fact, as just noted by Forbes’ contributor Jim McGregor, “In just five years, quantum computing could take computing and humanity to a new level of knowledge and understanding.” Even better, it could lead to “a revolution for humanity bigger than fire, bigger
Quantum computing looks like it will be a tremendous game changer for society because it provides “massive operational power advantages over classical computers.” In fact, quantum computers can carry out calculations in minutes vs. today’s supercomputers, which take at least several days or years to perform. Reportedly, the technology can significantly improve many sectors, including
Solar stocks have had a rough year. The Global X Solar ETF (NASDAQ:RAYS), which holds about 54 different solar names, has plummeted 42.4% since the beginning of 2023. Solar companies have just not convinced equities traders and investors that they are worth investing in this year, especially as U.S. oil and gas prices have continued
Investors seeking consistent returns in 2024 might find their holy grail in three dividend dynamos. These companies stand tall in their respective sectors, embodying resilience and financial strength. The first one has a strategic focus on consistent distribution growth. Meanwhile, the second one’s robust operational efficiencies drive healthy cash flows. Meanwhile, the third one’s sustained