The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most dynamic and innovative sectors in the world. It is constantly developing new drugs and treatments to address various health challenges and improve the quality of life of millions of people. However, not every pharma company is successful in producing positive clinical trial results. If you just took
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With the market rallying hard lately, it’s easy to think every stock is participating in the gains. But look a little closer, and you’ll see the rally has been very narrow. Most of these gains have been concentrated heavily in the FAANGs and AI darlings like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) . Many other high-growth
In this shaky market, many investors seek shelter in stable, mature companies trading at modest valuations. But for those with higher risk appetites, compelling opportunities exist among early-stage disruptors poised for hypergrowth returns. Though more speculative, these emerging innovators can deliver exponential returns if their visions play out. Of course, chasing hypergrowth stocks is risky.
When it comes to communications stocks, knowing which ones to avoid is at least as important as knowing which ones to buy. I would definitely avoid any of the streaming stocks in general, and I’d stay far away from the companies that own both cable channels and streaming channels. That’s because the competition is intense
It makes sense to invest in autonomous driving stocks moving forward. Whether in September or any other month, the research is clear: The market is primed for growth boasting an annual growth rate approaching 23% between this year and 2028. The next five years are bound to produce spectacular gains for investors overall. That’s the
Many investors are currently seeking safe harbor, given the economic uncertainty and volatility in the market. While explosive growth stocks can generate life-changing gains during bull markets, they often face existential risk during downturns or crises. That’s why even growth-focused investors should allocate a portion of their portfolio to dependable blue-chip stocks. Blue-chip stocks represent
Investors need to be aware of the volatility of their stocks. Owning too many high-volatility positions can create a scenario in which your portfolio loses more than the S&P 500 index during bear markets. The higher the beta, the more volatile the stock is expected to be relative to the S&P 500 index. Low-beta stocks
Bill Nygren, the long-time portfolio manager of the Oakmark Fund (MUTF:OAKMX), recently appeared on Morningstar’s The Long View podcast to discuss the markets. Having managed the $8 billion large-cap fund since 2000, the veteran investor’s hot stock picks are always in demand by investors. In Nygren’s episode, he discusses financial stocks, pointing out that although the
Healthcare is a sector that has underperformed the broader stock market this year. The S&P 500 Health Care Sector Index is down over 2.50% year-to-date versus a 17% gain in the benchmark S&P 500 index. The decline has been broad-based as investors focus their capital allocations on high-flying technology stocks at the expense of pharmaceutical
Many experts suggest the Federal Reserve will initiate rate cuts soon, making the stocks of rate-sensitive firms attractive. While terminal rate uncertainty remains, we are likely encroaching on the end of the rate hiking road. The recent U.S. inflation report indicated lower-than-expected inflation, with core inflation and employment aligning with expectations. While a 25 basis-point
Are you after a list of hydrogen stocks that pay dividends? Look no further. This article details the best hydrogen stocks to buy that also have healthy dividend yields. This may give you the best of both worlds, in terms of income as well as a potentially high total return. Hydrogen has emerged as an
Warning: while this discussion obviously centers on penny stocks to buy, this subsegment of the market carries astounding risks. While it’s difficult to verify, one source has the failure rate of these speculative, low-market capitalization entities as over 90%. As I said, it’s tough to confirm this assertion. However, it’s probably not far from the
While technology firms have been flying on the promise of artificial intelligence, investors may want to consider “analog” AI stocks; that is, the best stocks to buy that don’t natively align with a core tech product or service. Of course, this concept begs the question, why the heck would you want to do something like
While energy stocks have suffered amid the Federal Reserve’s efforts to contain inflation, the segment has witnessed a resurgence. According to a CNN report earlier this month, oil prices have jumped double-digit percentage points, helping to carry the broader sector northward. Some of the upswing could center on a recognition of core fundamentals. At the
Halfway through August, it’s been a crazy summer for the beer industry. While painful to watch, the entire Bud Light brouhaha has brought into focus some of the best beer stocks to buy on the planet. The Daily Mail published an article at the end of July discussing how Heineken (OTCMKTS:HEINY) deals with the ongoing
Mid-cap stocks are firms with a total market capitalization that falls in the middle of the overall range. Traditionally, many investors group companies with a market cap of between $2 billion and $10 billion into the mid-cap range. Mid-cap stocks can lead to more favorable returns for investors because they fall into a sweet spot.
With inflation finally cooling and the fears of a looming recession coming to an end, the rich are back with their bucks. As the rich get richer, several luxury goods companies will make the most of it. While luxury goods aren’t easily accessible to all of us, they are the first choice for the wealthy.
What would it take for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) to get back in the driver’s seat on Wall Street? A better-than-expected earnings report should do the trick. Yet, RIVN stock actually fell even though Rivian Automotive’s quarterly results were pretty good — but that’s why there’s a potential buying opportunity in the
There seems to be no better time than now to accumulate potential millionaire-maker lithium stocks. After a big rally, lithium has been in a correction mode. That has translated into a downside for some of the best lithium stocks. However, it’s worth noting the lithium story is not limited to 2023 or even the next
Diving into the world of Environmental, Social, and Governance, seeking undervalued ESG stocks can feel like hunting for unicorns. Some investors believe that many of the ESG stocks to buy can soothe their consciences but don’t outperform the market. However, the financial landscape is teeming with opportunities, including cheap ESG stocks. Looking at the iShares