Hugo Ste-Marie and the rest of his portfolio strategists at the Bank of Nova Scotia recently compiled a list of 10 major market themes for 2024. One of them was about Latin America stocks. Ideas included interest rate cuts, GDP expectations, United States savings, bonds, lower-than-expected earnings, large-cap stocks, S&P 500 predictions, the Magnificent 7,
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With such a high demand for items that can improve our longevity and health, biotechnology is at the forefront of today’s innovation. Biotech products allow us to better understand the human body and how we can improve functioning within the body. Unsurprisingly, these innovative technologies have developed wide consumer bases. They have also garnered consistent
It has become possible that electric aviation is a current reality, and it will change the air travel industry. The technological advances and environmental considerations in this area provide a very good investment opportunity. The electric aviation stocks have only started but provide opportunities to achieve sustainable growth. Something that is music to the ears
Amid the brewing economic tempest, it’s imperative for investors reevaluate their portfolios, particularly with regards to cyclical stocks to sell. With the uncertain U.S. economy, wagering on these stocks becomes a liability. And so, it becomes crucial for investors to optimize their portfolios. Therefore, navigating this landscape requires a strategic pivot, moving away from these
Hydrogen stocks might not have been the best of performers during the year. However, it’s been a year of announcement in terms of some of the biggest hydrogen projects in the world. I would say that a strong stage is being set for stellar growth in the hydrogen economy beyond the current decade. Hence, this
Cathie Wood, the CEO of Ark Invest, is one of the most prominent investors in the innovation space. While her performance has varied widely over the years, I expect it to only improve when interest rates begin to pull back in the new year. That being said, let’s take a look at some of the
Throughout 2023, the financial sector and its financial stocks continued to perform relatively well. Specifically, the sector provided 4.6% returns from financial stocks within the S&P 500. Additionally, the sector did particularly well in November, providing 10.6% returns overall within the same grouping of equities. For context, the tech sector and the consumer discretionary sector
At a cursory glance, the concept of dividend stocks – particularly in the boring utilities space – seems overly cautious. After all, several risk-on asset classes, including technology-focused securities and cryptocurrencies have soared over the past several weeks. However, not all may be well with the equities space, presenting relevance for the staid but reliable
2023 marked significant ups and downs before kickstarting into a Santa rally that’s continued through today. While many companies adapted to shifting economic winds by tightening their belts and focusing on financials, others weren’t so successful and stand among the worst-performing stocks of 2023. Higher interest rates put a lot of pressure on high-flying growth
The Russell 2000, an index tracking the performance of small-to-mid cap companies, has not had a good year in terms of relative performance. So far, the Russell returned about 8.6%, while the S&P500 and Nasdaq have appreciated 20.4% and 37.9%, respectively. With inflation clearly edging downward, U.S. equities have entered a rally period, and now
Over the past week, there has been a fair bit of negative news regarding Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) stock. Shares trended up late last month, some developments may change the stock’s trajectory. Including tax loss harvesting and other factors, LCID may face a potential decline in price in the coming weeks. If that’s not bad enough,
Stocks of a lot of well-known and historically great companies are on sale right now. Many marquee names haven’t shared in this year’s market rally and are in the red for 2023. This presents a fantastic opportunity for investors to buy great stocks at distressed prices. For long-term investors, they can now buy beaten down
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are known for offering higher dividend yields than most of the stocks listed on the S&P 500. But while these stocks feature higher yields, a good dividend isn’t enough to justify buying shares. Some stocks with dividend yields well above 5% end up generating mediocre returns and falling behind the market. So
There’s more to the market than the vaunted Magnificent 7. Investors are doing themselves a disservice if they limit themselves to the mega-cap stocks of the Nasdaq. Companies outside of tech should be able to do well in 2024, especially if the Federal Reserve starts to cut interest rates in the middle of next year
As the holiday season approaches, investors seeking gift-worthy stocks. Many turn to the portfolio of renowned investor Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-B). After all, the focus is on gifts that keep on giving. Therefore, investments can appreciate and generate dividends over time, providing long-term returns and retirement options. Buffett serves as a role
In the intricate tapestry of the stock market, discerning investors often spot red flags in certain stocks, signaling potential turbulence ahead. These controversial stocks, marred by complex challenges, demand a strategic and cautious approach. As the market ebbs and flows, these stocks seem to tread a precarious path, overshadowed by regulatory issues and unstable financials.
If you are a beginner investor in the stock market, it is natural to have concerns. However, you don’t need to start building a portfolio with a big amount. You can begin with a mere $100 and see it double in the coming year. Whether you already have a portfolio and want to invest an
The iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF (BATS:ITB) has experienced illustrious form this year, surging by more than 50%. However, an inflection point has emerged, suggesting it may be a good time to cash out on some of your housing stocks. The inflection point I’m referring to is characterized by a few variables. Firstly, U.S. disinflation
A crypto bull market could be on the horizon, and history shows certain stocks tend to dramatically outperform major cryptocurrencies when prices are surging. Despite Bitcoin’s (BTC-USD) recent spike, many related equities remain far below previous highs. However, if crypto keeps climbing, massive gains may follow for crypto-adjacent companies. Of course, corrections or downturns are
Certain renewable energy stocks have shown resilience in the face of cost increases in 2023. Between solar and wind energies, the former outshined the latter by large in January-August 2023 as it saw substantial growth. Utility-scale solar increased by 36% and small-scale by 20%, adding 9GW of solar capacity. In comparison, wind-generated a mere 2.8GW,