Defensive stocks are well known to value investors. These stocks are recognized for being fairly priced and offering investors strong fundamentals. In addition to those shared attributes, defensive stocks are those companies that offer products and services that consumers and businesses need regardless of what’s happening in the economy. Sticky inflation, interest rates that will
Kraft Heinz (NASDAQ:KHC) is an appealing consumer goods stock. Backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B), this is a company with the confidence of notable long-term investors. Indeed, the trade-down effect during economic pressures can benefit the company, as people dine out less and buy more groceries. Kraft Heinz’s brand provides the company with
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Over the past year, Mullen Automotive’s (NASDAQ:MULN) stock has been a rollercoaster ride, with wild price swings between 10 cents and $5. The incredible volatility has likely minted some hugely profitable trades for lucky speculators. However, for most investors, I suggest avoiding this battleground stock altogether. Despite intriguing long-term plans, Mullen’s historical price performance and
Securities traders are gathering in Washington. The big topic: trying to figure out what the Securities and Exchange Commission is doing. You know it’s bad when one of the session topics is entitled, “A Buy Side Guide to Navigating the SEC.” I’m in Washington for the annual meeting of the Security Traders Association (STA), the national association
Uncovering the next big thing in the stock markets can be akin to finding hidden treasure in the desert. Beyond the household names and Wall Street giants, diamonds are under the sand, poised for exponential growth and remarkable returns. The article explores the stock market’s gems, seven under-the-radar stocks quietly positioning themselves for a meteoric
Not long ago, Chevron (NYSE:CVX) CEO Mike Wirth predicted that the price of oil “probably is headed for the $100 mark soon amid tightening supplies.” If you agree, then you could capitalize on the oil bull market by holding CVX stock. Granted, there are other Big Oil business you can invest in besides Chevron. And
Don’t sleep on Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD). The microchip and semiconductor company is fast becoming a leader in the market for advanced artificial intelligence technologies and taking market share from competitors in the process. This article will touch on the great reasons you should invest in AMD stock. While much of the discussion around AI
The Mobil logo and gas prices are displayed at a Mobil gas station on October 28, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. Plug Power — The battery stock added nearly 6% after the company projected a sharp rise in revenue by 2027
With a new war raging, some of the hottest energy stocks are in oil. For one, if the latest war begins to spread beyond Israel and the Palestinians, oil prices could push even higher. For example, if Israel finds that Iran was behind the attack and launched retaliation, the Strait of Hormuz could be jeopardized.
A lot of investors are interested in QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) as a long-term wager on solid-state EV battery technology. However, there are plenty of traders interested in QS stock for another reason. That would be QS’s potential to experience another turbo-charged rally. Such rallies have happened twice this year. Who’s to say a third one can’t
Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) stock is one of the quintessential defensive plays, but it stock hasn’t exactly been a safe harbor recently. Shares have dropped compared to that of the broad market. Now, there’s a good reason for this relatively large move lower. As many investors buy this stock for the dividend, the latest news
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock might be a “Magnificent Seven” play, but it still has challenges. It’s fine if you’re bullish on artificial intelligence technology. Just don’t feel the need to be a perma-bull as regulatory obstacles could cause ongoing problems for Microsoft. MSFT has risen substantially in 2023, especially after the company invested in the technology powering
As uncertainty seems to dominate, it might be time to look for stocks to own during a downturn. For 10 straight months, investors enjoyed a strong comeback rally in the S&P 500. After plunging sharply into bear market territory last year, the broad-based index roared ahead 28% in 2023 to hit a peak at the