Stocks to buy

Last week, I read something online about the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SCHD). It’s considered to be one of the better U.S.-listed dividend equity ETFs. It got me wondering about high-yield dividend stocks.  I’m not sure if I’ll find dividend stocks  in SCHD’s portfolio that yield over 7%. The ETF’s 3o-day SEC yield is

The U.S. stock market has been quite volatile this year. For certain sectors including AI stocks and other high-growth industries, it has been quite a stellar few months. However, for other sectors, including the likes of EV and lithium stocks, it has been anything but. The thing is, companies operating in these sectors have benefited

The world of stock investing is a melting pot of great minds, including legendary investors Warren Buffet, Jess Livermore, Peter Lynch, George Soros—and Cathie Wood, the chief executive officer, chief investing officer and founder of ARK Investment Management. Her flagship fund, Ark Innovation Fund (NYSEARCA:ARKK), currently holds $7.7 billion in assets under management. At its peak,

One of many ways legendary investor Warren Buffett has achieved great wealth is buying blue chip stocks when they are beaten down for the portfolio of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, BRK-B), the conglomerate he founded and heads. Buffett likes to invest in industry leaders in sectors he understands. He was leery of tech stocks and it took him

Identifying the next set of growth stocks to buy can be a game-changer for Wall Street portfolios. Investors who buy a growth stock expect the company to grow its revenues and earnings significantly faster than an average industry peer or the overall market. For instance, the Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (NYSEARCA:VUG) fund has

In the speculative world of penny stocks, there are always multiple overlooked opportunities to consider. Investing in penny stocks is not without risk, and as I always caution, it should be done responsibly. Nevertheless, there are multiple reasons to believe in the companies discussed below. Broad macroeconomic tailwinds are approaching in the second half of 2024. Signs

Consider throwing a few coins into the stock of these penny stocks! Penny stocks have the kind of risk-reward profile that appeals to few investors; those willing to tolerate a bit more risk to reap potential rewards of significant magnitude. By definition, penny stocks are shares of companies selling for less than $5 each. While

The “magnificent seven” tech titans contributed $182 billion in market value, led by Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) with $65 billion, to boost the Nasdaq Composite by 1% to a record high on Friday, but loading up on growth stocks is technical due to rising costs, global political instability, and the 2024 presidential contest are all concerns. Rising

Dividend stocks attract many investors due to their steady cash flow. Corporations with strong balance sheets tend to give out quarterly dividends and hike their payouts every year. This combination makes it feasible for investors to retire on dividend income and cash from other sources, such as Social Security. Some dividend stocks are well positioned

These three 10x stocks can increase an investment of $10K to $100K. These businesses may grow substantially because of their creative solutions in industries with strong demand and smart market positioning. The first one is leading the way in digital identity and fraud prevention. The company’s income has grown steadily due to the rising need for

Finding high-growth investment opportunities in the middle of volatile markets is like finding gold. These days, three exceptional businesses have surfaced, all displaying eye-catching numbers and bright futures that attract the attention of astute investors throughout the globe. To begin with, the first one stands out due to its incredible financial boost. With an impressive

We’re approaching the end of first quarter earnings season with 92% of companies listed in the benchmark S&P 500 index reporting results. By and large, it has been a strong period. In all, 78% of companies announced better-than-expected profits, and according to FactSet, 59% beat expectations with their sales. Many analysts are crediting the strong

One should look for hidden jewels in the stock market, which provide stability and development possibilities. Three businesses have stood out in this endeavor; each represents a different industry — banking, insurance and energy. They are all united by opportunity and perseverance. The first one excels in the energy field, namely in gas and oil

Despite the stock market being at an all-time high, plenty of bargains remain to be found for investors. The bull rally that began in autumn 2022 is only now starting to broaden out to include utilities, retailers, industrial stocks and other sectors of the economy. It’s no longer just big tech stocks that are marching

A handful of top S&P 500 stocks to buy tend to take the spotlight, many with good reason. Still, companies like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) comprise an increasingly high position in the index’s overall ranking and that is reasonable cause for concern for those prioritizing effective diversification planning. At the same time, plenty of stinkers exist among

With the S&P 500 sitting just a few points below setting a new all-time high, the bull market that began in 2022 is still snorting. Although a correction or even a bear market will eventually happen, the market is content to run higher. With the benchmark index up 11% year-to-date (YTD), it is 48% higher

If you do an internet search for “Melinda French Gates Foundation stock picks,” you won’t find anything besides results about the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust.   That’s likely to change in the months ahead.  A couple of weeks ago, Melinda French Gates announced that she was leaving the foundation she and her now ex-husband

It’s always a good idea to fortify your portfolio with blue-chip stocks – solid, dependable names that you can bank on to deliver each quarter. But you can’t stop there. In order to diversify your portfolio and set yourself up for success, investors should also closely consider adding top stocks that cost under $10. Most

One of the biggest challenges of identifying which fintech stocks to buy is to identify the company’s which are effectively providing financial services to the world’s 1.4 billion unbanked adults. On top of this, one-third of adults globally are currently underbanked and receive income through sources other than traditional direct debit. Back in 2015, Accenture

Social media continues to be a force in society and in the business world. The latest industry statistics show that there are 5.17 billion social media users worldwide today. The average person uses seven different social media networks each month, spending, on average, two hours and 38 minutes each day on the platforms and websites.