Stocks to buy

After trending lower recently, the S&P 500 index has been sideways for year-to-date. The recent market correction has been driven by potential rate-cut delays and escalated geopolitical tensions. This correction as a good buying opportunity. Undoubtedly, the first stocks to consider are undervalued blue chips, followed by high-quality growth stocks. At the same time, look
Growth stocks have the potential to outperform the stock market and help investors reach their long-term financial goals sooner. While higher yields and a desire to keep rates the same can dampen the mood in the short run, some growth stocks can deliver enticing long-term returns. Investments with the potential to generate explosive returns are volatile in nature. You
Semiconductors have become so ubiquitous and important in our modern lives that people refer to the tiny electronic wafers as the “oil of the 21st century.” McKinsey & Co. has labeled the 2020s the “semiconductor decade” and forecast that the global industry will be worth $1 trillion by 2030. The entire sector has been riding
In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, Oracle stock (NYSE:ORCL) is poised to emerge as a dominant player. Oracle, a legacy software company, has been aggressively positioning itself to capitalize on the AI revolution.  Oracle’s compelling AI prospects rest on its robust cloud infrastructure to accelerate AI workloads. Its Gen2 cloud infrastructure,
Amid the AI fervor cooldown, investor enthusiasm for the top AI chip maker has waned somewhat. However, anticipation for Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) next move higher persists. With earnings expected next month, recent sell-side analysis, particularly Raymond James’ Srini Pajjuri, have continue to put forward a bullish stance on the chip name. Pajjuri and others have increased
Commodity prices have been rising faster than stock prices recently, offering potential opportunities for commodities stocks to buy. Commodities are normally used to hedge against inflation, and higher prices can bring profits for miners and producers. Normally, commodity prices reflect the dollar’s relative value as its purchasing power diminishes due to inflation. However, with a
Gold prices have been enjoying a very strong surge over the past two months, defying earlier predictions of a cooldown and surpassing the psychologically important milestone of $2,000 an ounce. The rally has significantly impacted the performance of gold stocks, reflecting heightened investor interest in the sector. The yellow metal experienced a significant drop in
Retail stocks have long been a favorite sector for long-term investors. Why? Well, we all need to shop for things like groceries and clothes. Without these retail companies providing us with stores or websites, where would we get the things we need to survive? Because of this, retail stocks oftentimes provide a floor of safety
There are many high-quality businesses trading near $10 per share that have significant growth potential ahead as their core operations continue to expand at a rapid pace. While their stock prices remain depressed and languishing, the intrinsic values of these companies are poised for major upside. With smart stock picking, these small-cap gems could deliver
Buybacks are another way to return cash to shareholders besides dividends. In recent years, buybacks have increased in popularity, exceeding dividends due to their flexibility. Investors are increasingly seeking buyback stocks that return excess cash. Although S&P 500 buybacks declined in 2023, companies continued to favor buybacks over dividends. According to S&P Dow Jones Indices,
Inventors looking for auto stocks to buy now know it has not been a good year for car and truck manufacturers. The Dow Jones U.S. Auto Manufacturers Index is down nearly 35% year-to-date (YTD). Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), once the darling of the auto world, has lost 38% of its value in the past six months alone. A