Earlier this month, Block (NYSE:SQ) stock plunged, after investors reacted negatively to the CashApp and Square parent’s latest quarterly results. Yet after sliding further throughout the month, a growing number of analysts and commentators are laying out the new bull case for SQ stock. After this sharp post-earnings plunge, which sent the stock from the
IonQ (NYSE:IONQ) stock offers pure-play exposure to the specialized tech niche known as quantum computing. The stock gets a “B” rating because it’s a fast mover in both directions, and might not be appropriate for all investors. Yet, there’s a lot to like about IonQ in 2023. In particular, IonQ has connections to the artificial
Archer Aviation Inc (NYSE:ACHR) holds a $1.78 billion market cap as of August 21, 2023, ranking in the 70th percentile of Aerospace & Defense industry. Archer lacks a significant price-earnings ratio due to negative earnings over the past 12 months, with zero revenue and no profit margin. Analysts project an adjusted earnings of -$1.236 per
Because of its international exposure China’s Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) faced shifts in market sentiment in August. Such swings offer prime opportunities for investors to consider a buy-and-hold approach with LI stock. Unlike some EV stocks, Li Auto receives strong endorsement because of its role in the clean-energy vehicle trend. It’s a noteworthy choice for those
Overhyped stock picks can be tough to spot because people can get caught up in the possibilities. Let’s face it, Wall Street analysts can get a bit exuberant with their forecasts. They love drawing straight lines that rise ever higher. Just look at the estimates assigned for any new, trendy industry. The same goes with
After a roaring first half of 2023, traders have started looking at tech stocks to sell. There are various reasons for the recent dip in the tech sector. In fact, one of the most pressing issues appears to be rising interest rates. As the Federal Reserve’s campaign against inflation continues, long-term bond yields have hit new
Retail is a dynamic world, and the winds of change are ever-present. The sector has historically been a barometer of economic health and consumer confidence. But recent years have seen a more complex landscape emerge. A combination of changing consumer behaviors, the rapid rise of eCommerce and global economic challenges have led to underperforming retail
Covid-19 related stocks started spiking again this week. Driven primarily by reports about new variants and increasing spread. This news has been a shot in the arm for some struggling pharma stocks. Shares of the four biggest Covid vaccine manufacturers are down 20% since January but began ticking upward again on the news. Already pharmaceutical
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Hydrogen energy is slowly developing its space within the world’s energy grid. Unfortunately, the newfound demand for cleaner energy has not reinvigorated investment into hydrogen energy when compared to solar or wind energy. A lot of this has to do with costs. “Grey hydrogen,” which is derived primarily from natural gas and coal represents 98% of
Crypto stocks, like crypto overall, face a volatile environment that shifts quickly and is affected by domestic and global policy. Stablecoins have taken the spotlight currently. Many developed economies are regulating stablecoins but the United States looks unlikely to follow suit. Regulation of U.S. stablecoins threatens the U.S. dollar and its dominant position. It’s a
At the start of August, cybersecurity company Fortinet (NASDAQ:FTNT) issued financial results that missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations. Worse, the company lowered its forward guidance. This sent FTNT stock down 25% in a single trading session, its worst single-day price drop ever. The demise of Fortinet has cast a cloud over the entire cybersecurity sector,
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Most stock charts continue to look impaired due to inflation and recession concerns and certain EV stocks show similar patterns. Investors are tasked with deciding how much of their portfolio they want to bet on more speculative high-growth areas of the market. And indeed, it’s difficult to find EV stocks with strong fundamentals and technicals.
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