Stocks to buy

The AI trade has been slowing down in recent weeks. Even some skeptical pundits point to a potential pullback to hit at some point over the near term. Indeed, the AI rally was bound to hit the pause button at some point, even as the companies fueling the AI boom continue to put their foot

Penny stocks, known for their riskiness, experience rapid surges and falls due to low volume, affordable pricing and operational factors. However, for informed investors, there are penny stocks to buy that offer a chance to secure substantial gains at low costs. Recent developments suggest a high likelihood of consecutive rate cuts in 2024. This is

Investing in stocks is a high-risk endeavor, no matter how seasoned an investor you are. There will always be some that catch you off guard and throw your portfolio into a string of losses that are hard to recover from. Many people tout “holy grail” strategies, especially on social media. I believe they’re all wishful

In recent days, the price of gold has risen above $2,300 per ounce for the first time, hitting an all-time high in the process. Spot gold is currently trading at a record high of $2,356.50 an ounce, so it makes sense that precious metals investors are turning their attention to gold stocks. Gold’s price is

Some large retail stocks, including many major department stores that are focused on apparel, are struggling. Macy’s (NYSE:M) plans to close 150 stores by 2026. History shows store closings for brick-and-mortar-oriented retailers is often the prelude to tremendous financial struggles and, ultimately, bankruptcy. But more generalized, big-box retail stocks, such as Walmart (NYSE:WMT) and Target

If you’re on the lookout for stocks to buy before the next bull market, look no further. Searching the market for stocks that have the potential to rise sharply requires positive market approaches. Market observers are paying close attention to three contenders who stand out. Each makes a distinct argument supported by cunning business moves

Many investors dream of getting in early on the next big tech startup that will turn into a behemoth like Google (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) or Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN). Finding and investing in the next unicorn company while it is still in its infancy would lead to almost unfathomable returns. However, picking winners is easier said than done.

Copper stocks have continued to rally in 2024. According to the International Energy Agency, the global demand for copper will double over the next two decades as the world marches towards electrification and sustainable energy solutions. However, despite the rising demand, there is limited supply available for the red-orange metal. China is the world’s leading

At this point, everyone has heard an earful about the game-changing nature of artificial intelligence. But it’s not just about the large language models and graphics processing units — the computing applications are lucrative too. AI computing comprises the hidden industry powering the artificial intelligence systems we interact with every day. These computing systems rely

Among a sea of growing companies, three undervalued stocks with potential have floated to the surface. Despite their undervaluation, these equities offer investors attractive opportunities to augment their portfolios with assets expected to rise in value. The first one sticks out due to its remarkable financial results and unwavering dedication to innovation. Although shipments have

Lithium stocks are possibly among the most ignored stories from being the hottest commodities in the markets. That’s the nature of the markets, as reactions tend to be on the extremes. Of course, the plunge in lithium price had to be discounted, but most lithium stocks seem to be trading at a valuation gap. For

Solar stocks are gaining ground again in 2024 after hawkish federal and domestic supply chain issues led to a decline in share prices. This is thanks to policy issues focusing on this market segment regardless of Republican and Democratic platforms. And solar stocks will remain center stage as we near the next U.S. presidential election.

Choosing agriculture stocks to buy will be challenging in the coming decades. The global population is expected to increase to 10 billion by 2050. To feed the swelling population, bigger investments are needed in the agricultural sector. However, growth is impacted by factors like water shortage and uncertain weather conditions. Notably, 258 million people faced

Dividend investors look for promising investment opportunities that provide steady cash flow. Some corporations offer quarterly dividend distributions for their investors and raise them yearly. Reinvesting dividends can help you compound your dividend income even more. Buying enough dividends can lead to monthly cash distributions. If one stock distributes dividends in January, another offers them

Machine learning stocks are seeing a surge in interest in 2024 thanks to innovations like ChatGPT, which are making investors take notice of the impressive financial growth of Palantir (NYSE:PLTR), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and AMD (NASDAQ:AMD). All three outpace the rest of their sector in revenue and EPS growth in the next three to five years.

It’s hard to believe we’re already a quarter of the way through 2024. So far, it’s been a solid year for equities, but the first week in April was the worst performance since October 2023. You’ve probably heard a lot of conversation about this being a “stock picker’s market.” That simply means you may have

Most people consider retirement one of the most important events to prepare for. Focusing on long-term investments, preferably with strong dividend yields, is a great way to get started. With compounding interest and dividend growth, investors who take investing and saving for retirement seriously can become very profitable over a number of decades. Here are

The stock market has been on a massive winning streak. Not only did the indexes surge in 2023, but they are powering to new all-time highs in 2024. However, corporate earnings have failed to keep up with the move. In fact, according to Factset, corporate earnings are currently growing at only about 3.2% annually and

One of the best ways to protect your portfolio, and generate consistent income is with higher-yielding real estate investment trusts (REITs). In fact, we’re going to look at seven of the best REITs to buy in April below. Look at Realty Income (NYSE:O), for example.  Known as The Monthly Dividend Company, Realty Income will pay you every month

Healthcare stocks continue to struggle. Year-to-date, the S&P 500 Health Care Index is up 2.2%, less than half the growth seen in the broader S&P 500 index. Health insurers, pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers have all been knocked lower as an aging population drives up medical costs, and companies struggle to maintain their profit