The healthcare industry has historically provided significant returns to investors, with a predicted CAGR of 12.71% until 2027. Although many successful and profitable companies experience a surge in stock price, the healthcare industry also has many stocks that plummet. This is because many healthcare companies rely on trials that need to be approved by the Food
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As investors, it can be very easy to get caught up in the moment or in the short term. You may see stocks going up hundreds of percent and feel like you missed out. This may make you want to buy in to catch the short-term rally. However, this can be quite risky since the
The stock market has thousands of investment opportunities readily available within a few clicks. You just have to log into your brokerage account, initiate a market order for your desired ticker, and you suddenly have exposure to a company. While it’s incredibly easy to invest in stocks relative to other investments, publicly traded corporations don’t
With the electric vehicle (EV) industry at a crossroads, it might seem odd to consider wagering on the best EV stocks to buy in April. Macroeconomic headwinds and fierce competition have led to a substantial slowdown in EV sales in 2023, and the trend continues into the first quarter (Q1) this year. To top it
Despite high interest rates, U.S. auto sales rose nearly 5% last quarter versus the same period a year earlier. On the other hand, the average sales price for U.S. autos dropped 3.6% year-over-year in March as discounts climbed sharply, the Associated Press quoted research firm J.D. Power as saying. Still, with raw material costs decelerating
Unless you live under a rock, you would be aware of the tremendous growth the tech industry has shown over the past year. Driven by artificial intelligence (AI), the industry is hitting new highs and has become a hot sector today. It is driving the Nasdaq higher amid shows signs of an economic recovery. Considering
The best retail stocks to buy in April could be ripe for the picking amidst a transforming economic landscape. The past couple of years were marked by soaring inflation and interest rates, with consumers spending the bulk of expenditures on essentials. However, the tide is turning with the expected interest rate cuts later in the
With slowing demand due to elevated interest rates, the mining sectors have probably been some of the most hit. Despite lithium carbonate prices having risen more than 11% on a year-to-date perspective — likely due to a strengthening market in China — lithium carbonate prices have fallen more than 53% over the past twelve months. Other precious
The e-commerce landscape is undergoing a major technological shift with the advancement of AI and same-day shipping. Identifying e-commerce stocks to outperform the market over the next decade requires careful consideration. As traditional retail models continue to be disrupted, the growth trajectory of the e-commerce market remains substantial. According to Grand View Research, the global
Investors who added Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) positions in early 2024 likely face disappointment, with many hoping for a potential rebound. Formerly the world’s largest EV maker, there are clear catalysts with this company that support the incredibly high valuation of Tesla stock. That said, there are reasons why this stock remains depressed. Investors are increasingly viewing
Over the past year, the semiconductor sector has seen a major breakout led by companies like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD). Semiconductors are used to power most technology on the market today including our smartphones, electric vehicles and giant data centers. One of the driving forces behind the surge in semiconductor and chip
Could Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) get kicked out of the elite “Magnificent Seven” club this year? Apple is no longer a market darling. We’ve assigned a “D” grade to Apple stock due to company problems. Apple is a reputable brand that has delivered shareholder value. AAPL stock has been underperforming in 2024 compared to other “Mag-7” stocks. Apple’s current
Despite being a leader in the rollout of artificial intelligence products, Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock hasn’t set the world on fire lately. That might be about to change. Year to date, Microsoft stock is up 13%, which is a little better than the 11% gain achieved by the benchmark S&P 500 index. In the last 12
Some stocks enjoyed incredible runs during this year’s first quarter. Fueled by hype and speculation and the fear of missing out, a handful of stocks saw their share price more than double, even triple, between January and the end of March. The incredible gains made some investors very wealthy in a short period of time.
Most investors are familiar with diversification, such as separating investment capital into different industries in the pursuit of a well-balanced portfolio. This practice is important for a long-term trader, but what may get overlooked is that investing in stocks within varying market caps can also allow investors to gain exposure to smaller companies that may
The Federal Reserve has signaled that it could implement up to three rate cuts this year, and the first one may come sooner than you think – possibly before the election in an attempt to give the economy a boost. In fact, if the government decides it needs to cut rates aggressively, we could even
Amidst turbulent economic conditions, investors are actively searching for steady prospects for expansion and recovery. Here, seven companies, though they are in different industries, have one thing in common: they are resilient and strategically minded. The first is a pharmaceutical behemoth that systematically grows its market share through novel products. Meanwhile, the second’s recent dividend
Have U.S. equities valuations become too rich? Given Tuesday’s market performance, the answer is probably “yes.” On Tuesday, the Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.95%, while the S&P 500 fell 0.72%. U.S.-listed stocks in general haven’t had a good start to the quarter, but the current elevated nature of trading valuations could be a key reason why.
The technology sector is more dynamic than ever. Companies not investing enough in research and development will likely go into oblivion. I am not only talking about technology companies but entities across sectors that fail to adopt new innovations. In the recent past, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has grabbed headlines. As the market for AI swells, its
Investment managers tend to flock to a select group of outperforming stocks that drive consistent returns. The stocks top money managers can’t live without generally hail from sectors like technology, healthcare and consumer staples. However, tech reigns supreme, hosting stocks that permeate most portfolios. In particular, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) represent core