Dividend Aristocrats are a unique class of dividend stocks. They are companies that are members of the S&P 500 and have increased their payouts to shareholders for at least 25 years. That’s no small feat. Out of the thousands of publicly traded stocks on the market, only 68 stocks made the cut this year. This
Tiffany Hagler-Geard | Bloomberg | Getty Images GameStop has once again become a hot topic on Reddit‘s famed WallStreetBets page Monday after the man who helped make it a meme stock reappeared online. Mentions of the video game retailer on the Reddit forum topped 900 for the last seven days as of late Monday morning,
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is on a hot streak, rising each of the first nine days of May. According to Barron’s, only three of the index’s 30 components — Intel (NASDAQ:INTC), Disney (NYSE:DIS) and McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) — dropped in that time. Meanwhile, Amgen (NYSE:AMGN), Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) have all been on hot
The market is giving off signs that the appetite for large-cap stocks may be waning. Since the beginning of May, the S&P 500 is up 3.7%. By contrast, the Russell 2000 is up 5.1%. That may not seem like a huge difference, but if you’re looking for stocks that can beat the rate of inflation,
Investing in the stock market has never been easier or more accessible. The mechanics of buying and selling stocks has been democratized. Transaction costs were eliminated, financial information is freely available and faster technology even makes day trading possible (don’t do that!). In short, it no longer takes money to make money. With as little
The hype train is always talking about meme stocks set for a rebound on Reddit (NASDAQ:RDDT). I try my best to avoid these large echo chambers of misinformation. Such online forums tend to rely on an overall manipulation of individual trust to garner attention for a larger movement. That doesn’t mean, however, that subreddits such
Cannabis may be one of the most controversial investing topics. But, it’s also turning out to be one of the most profitable. Look at Canopy Growth (NASDAQ:CGC), for example. Since bottoming out at around $2.77 in March, it hit a high of $14.92. Now at $9.86, it could race even higher. All thanks to substantial catalysts
Investing in consumer stocks, particularly in the consumer staples sector, suits investors seeking reliability and stability in their portfolios. Consumer staples, such as food, beverages and household goods, are necessities that maintain consistent demand regardless of economic conditions. Companies in this sector often generate steady revenue and pay reliable dividends, offering a haven for investors
High interest rates are here to stay. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the fight against inflation had stalled and the central bank was leaving interest rates unchanged. It wasn’t unexpected but it means that costs will remain elevated for an extended period for business. The Fed will try to slow the economy through its
Investors in the United States looking for the best airline stocks to buy might be disappointed. Some of the best-run airlines are located outside North America and don’t trade on major U.S. stock exchanges. The NYSE Arca Global Airline Index is a modified equal-dollar weighted index that tracks the price performance of selected local market
Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) hasn’t re-hit all-time lows just yet, but give it time. Lucid stock should decrease in price based on its latest results and guidance updates. The issues of weak demand, cash burn, and shareholder dilution persist. Lucid may not be on the verge of experiencing a “game over” moment in the near-term, yet
The cruise industry has long been a popular choice for travelers seeking a unique and luxurious vacation experience. However, behind the glitz and glamor, the industry has been grappling with several inherent weaknesses. Those have left the sector particularly vulnerable to economic downturns and unforeseen crises. These susceptibilities have been brought to the forefront in
Keeping an eye on what Barclays and other large investment banking firms can provide insights into a stock’s market position. These price targets, like any other financial analysis, are predictions that cannot account for the human factors of a corporation, such as quality control, leadership, and productivity. Looking for stocks with lowered price targets helps
Adam Aron, the CEO of global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC), is a great cheerleader for the company. However, even Aron had to acknowledge a problem that impacted AMC Entertainment’s financial figures this year. As the company continues to bear the weight of massive debt, it’s wise to avoid AMC stock in 2024.
Smokeless tobacco, cigars, marijuana, nicotine pouches, and e-cigarettes Reviewed by Somer Anderson Altria Group Inc. (MO) is a holding company whose main subsidiaries produce tobacco products. The company traces its roots back to 1822 when the U.S. Smokeless Tobacco company took its first steps. Another important piece of the company is Philip Morris, creator of
Reviewed by David KindnessFact checked by Michael Rosenston Net Income vs. Operating Cash Flow: An Overview Financial statements provide a wealth of information about a company and its operations. Many investors, analysts, and creditors refer to a firm’s net income and operating cash flows to understand how well a company has performed and used its
Reviewed by Pamela RodriguezFact checked by Ryan Eichler Buying your first home can be an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. While many first-time homebuyers are well prepared for this major purchase, they may also make mistakes in the mortgage and homebuying processes. For example, some buyers may visit houses or start making offers before fully understanding
E-commerce and contactless payments are here to stay Reviewed by Pamela Rodriguez The COVID-19 pandemic forced everyone to change the way they shop. Some of those changes were short-lived, like the urge to hoard toilet paper. But many others are fundamental changes that appear to be here to stay. Long after the economic shutdown was
FG Trade / Getty Images Reviewed by Anthony BattleFact checked by Suzanne Kvilhaug An annuity is an investment product that pays a person a steady stream of income in return for a lump-sum payment. Most people who invest in annuities are doing it for retirement income, but sometimes they also are taking care of their
Reviewed by Andrew Schmidt There’s a reason your parents were able to work their way through college and graduate without debt. Since 1978, the cost of a college degree has risen by over 1,490%, and student loan debt now totals $1.6 trillion. One might wonder if college is worth it. In some cases, it is.
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