As of September, digital ad revenue was expected to climb a robust 11% this year, research firm Madison and Wall reported. Meanwhile, the firm anticipates that the ad sales of online retail platforms will jump 20% versus last year. Moreover, online ad growth should accelerate meaningfully in 2024. Madison and Wall predicts that all media
Based on the strong print of the major indices since late last month, the idea of deliberately targeting reliable stocks for a volatile market might seem overkill. In the past 30 days, the benchmark S&P 500 gained almost 6%. Since the start of the year, the index moved up 18%. On the surface, that might
An always uncomfortable topic, overvalued stocks to sell arouses intense emotions for understandable reasons. Just like when a sports editorialist criticizes an organization, that’s someone’s team that the writer is blasting. So I get it – there’s not just attachment at play but also money and perhaps a significant amount at that. Nevertheless, exiting certain
If you ever watch the CinemaSins YouTube channel, you’ll understand the core motivation behind the next Magnificent 7 stocks. Now, if you’ve been in the market for a short time – or even not at all – you immediately know these seven giant stalwarts. It’s just like how people recognize Meryl Streep or Brad Pitt,
Recent information reported by Bloomberg about 2024 refinancing issues suggests many large debt-heavy stocks to avoid in the coming year. THis leads to us coming up with our list of stocks vulnerable to refinancing. According to Calcbench, a financial data platform, non-financial S&P 500 companies have $107.7 billion in debt due in 2024. This debt carries
Fintech has effectively ushered in a new era with groundbreaking solutions in the financial space. Digital payments, peer-to-peer lending, and user-friendly online investment platforms are efficiently transforming traditional banking. Additionally, they’re broadening credit access and securing low-cost transactions. Amidst this innovation, the top fintech stocks have encountered turbulence, with many trading near 52-week lows due
The Christmas holiday shopping season will unofficially kick off this Friday. Granted, the National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasts only 3% to 4% growth in sales this season, which is lower than the pandemic-led gains retailers enjoyed. However, some retailers should still benefit, including the retailers on the Black Friday stocks list below. After all, consumers
The beginning of the year is the best time to accumulate quality growth stocks which can do wonders for a portfolio. However, the markets continue to provide attractive opportunities. Investors should brush aside any potential setbacks or missed opportunities of 2023 and focus on building a strong portfolio for next year. Truthfully, macroeconomic conditions will
With odds now slim for more Fed rate hikes, the best CD rates have begun slipping. So it’s a smart time to snag one of today’s historically high returns while you can.
In an ever-evolving stock market, certain companies stand out as disruptive forces. They are promising exponential returns through the potential of reshaping industries. This article dissects three companies poised to revolutionize their respective sectors by delving into the markets of underbanked, technology-driven enterprise solutions and innovative packaging. Each entity employs unique strategies to tap into
Drone stocks may have fallen out of favor recently amid investors moving their funds to sexier investments like AI, the Metaverse or cryptocurrencies. Still, drone technology stocks might be better picks, given the more mature state of the technology and the positive cash flow. Investors can also choose stocks that represent solid upside potential. Some
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The S&P 500 gained 0.7% on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, adding to last week’s gains amid optimism that slowing inflation will keep the Fed from raising interest rates.
Penny stocks are typically companies that are trading below $5 per share. These companies are ones that can be risky to invest in. They offer the chance of getting in early before the stock realizes its significant growth potential, or on the other side, with them being such small companies, they may have liquidity issues and
The year 2023 has been a volatile one for the equities markets, especially for the technology sector. The Nasdaq 100 Composite entered correction territory in October as investors began to worry about high valuations and the potential for interest rates to be high for a long period. However, the recent October CPI report and other
Thanksgiving is upon us, and beyond food, family and football, the annual holiday also means plenty of shopping. Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales events officially kick off the holiday shopping season. In particular, Cyber Monday is growing in popularity with consumers who use it to find deals online, notably for electronics. According to data
Short-squeeze stocks can be tricky. Oftentimes, companies may seem like they are set up for a squeeze, but then disaster strikes. The truth is that short sellers are attracted to companies that are losing money, facing poor business prospects or otherwise in trouble. So, traders should be careful with potential short-squeeze stocks. The good news,
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