Stocks to buy

The first official summer day is June 20, just two months from now. This has me thinking about summer stocks and companies that benefit from the warm weather between June and September. Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS) naturally comes to mind. If you bought last October at its 52-week low of $78.73, you’re up 43% in six

Donald Trump began his first of many criminal trials on Apr. 15. The risk of tying your wagon to such a volatile character when the former president’s freedom is on the line is not the kind of investment most investors are wise to make. Rather than own Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ:DJT), many Trump

Risk-on! The stock market is widely expected to takeoff like a rocket once the U.S. Federal Reserve finally begins lowering interest rates. If that happens, investors’ risk appetite is sure to increase, with certain stocks catapulting higher as a result. The last time markets got frothy in 2021, it led to record high prices for

Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM), made headlines not long ago when he said that artificial intelligence (AI) could be as transformative as electricity or the internet. Dimon’s comments underscore the high hopes and big aspirations that Wall Street has for AI stocks. Companies large and small are racing to develop new AI

Traders attempt to benefit from volatility through options plays to maximize returns, as the ups and downs of an underlying asset’s price represent potential. While higher volatility commonly correlates with higher risk, the two concepts are distinct. Volatility defines the scope and pace of price movement, enlarging the chance of loss. Yet, for traders seeking

United States equities have calmed down since their rally in the first quarter of 2024. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Russell 2000 have all dipped slightly from their previous highpoints. While market trends, such as the generative AI craze, may have been enough to lift stocks to new heights, nowadays analysts and investors are increasingly worried about

Sometimes the Street focuses on the wrong metrics and gets worried about problems that, in the long run, are actually pretty insignificant. For example, I remember that in the early 2010s, many investors were very concerned about Alphabet’s (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) margins and spending. Of course, the firm (then known as Google) wound up growing tremendously,

Innovative technology and strategic alliances drive industries ahead. These three disruptive stocks are among the pioneers influencing the economy of the future. The first one’s Versal adaptive system on chip (SoC) portfolio promises significant improvements in AI processing and computing capacity. This demonstrates its focus on innovation. As a result, the company is positioned to

In 2023, Palantir stock (NYSE:PLTR) saw an incredible improvement in sentiment around its business model. The rise of AI-related stocks was on, and PLTR stock took off, increasing by 18%. This rally continued into this year, with Palantir stock surging another 32% on a year-to-date basis alone. The company has seen its AI-related tailwinds materialize

The fintech sector has rewarded many long-term investors. The industry is worth approximately $226.76 billion and is expected to achieve a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8% from now until 2032.  In fact, corporations in the industry offer essential financial products and services. Loans make properties, cars and other resources more accessible to consumers. Credit and

UK-based Shell plc (NYSE:SHEL) continues to break out of its shell, so to speak. In 2023, Shell stock outperformed its stateside peers. So far this year, has continued to move higher, for reasons beyond just the latest spike in fossil fuel prices. That is, investors have also reacted positively to a spate of company-related developments

In many ways, this is an excellent time for American engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) stocks. EPC firms manage large construction projects, such as infrastructure work, industrial facilities and power plants. Of course, Washington is currently doling out large amounts of money to states for use in subsidizing infrastructure projects, while large renewable energy facilities

With higher-for-longer interest rates, investors fear economic pressures on their portfolios. That’s understandable, and I have a solution that you can use right now. Diversification is key, and Walmart (NYSE:WMT) is about as diversified as a company can get. Walmart stock is the perfect portfolio holding during these uncertain times. I probably don’t need to

People are interested in ETFs for weight loss because of Oprah’s TV show “Shame, Blame, and the Weight Loss Revolution,” which was about weight loss drugs. A lot of people are upset that she’s talking to patients and doctors about using prescription drugs to lose weight, but it’s still causing a stir. It’s also big

United States equities have calmed down since their rally in the first quarter of 2024. The S&P 500, Nasdaq and Russell 2000 have all dipped slightly from their previous highpoints. While market trends, such as the generative AI craze, may have been enough to lift stocks to new heights, nowadays analysts and investors are increasingly worried about

You don’t always have to find small hidden gems to outperform the stock market. Buying shares of reliable corporations can help you outpace the stock market. Blue-chip stocks tend to be more persistent during market volatility and can limit your losses. These same stocks have great potential during bullish economic cycles. Investors should look at

The electric vehicle (EV) sector is going through turbulent times. It’s not just about macroeconomic headwinds or intense competition. There are growing doubts about the adoption of EVs, and automotive majors have scaled back on their investment plans. While there are concerns, the markets have overreacted on the downside. That has created opportunities for buying

The IRS typically gives tax refunds within 21 days of filing your tax return electronically. The process takes longer for paper returns, but you could end up with some extra money for tax refund stocks. Using your refund for promising assets could help next tax season. Investing in stocks can also move you closer to

Some of the hottest opportunities can be found in biotech stocks to buy now. With innovation, mergers and acquisitions, major companies looking to replenish their pipelines ahead of patent expirations, treatments for obesity, aging baby boomers, and demand for better care are creating massive opportunities. We’re even seeing big opportunities in cancer treatments known as

Restaurants and their stocks have been on a rollercoaster since the Covid-19 pandemic struck in 2020. Over the past four years, companies running restaurant chains have had to contend with store closures, operating at reduced capacity, moving their operations almost entirely online, reopening physical locations, food inflation, high interest rates, and consumers tightening their purse