Is it the right time for dip buyers to put China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO) on their watch list? Probably not, as the near-term outlook for NIO stock is unclear and it only deserves a “D” grade right now. Granted, Nio has a chance to turn a corner in early March as there’s a significant upcoming event. It’s fine to mark
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Google the words “Cathie Wood stocks,” and you’ll get nearly 40,000 results. The head of Ark Investment Management is one of the most talked about portfolio managers on Wall Street. Wood’s been loading up on Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) stock after its nearly 30% decline in 2024. Over the past two weeks, three of the portfolio manager’s
A four-month-long U.S. stock market rally, partly fueled by investors’ expectations for interest rate cuts in 2024 by the Federal Reserve, faces a test posed by pair of big events in the week ahead. The first is Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s semiannual testimony to Congress on Wednesday and Thursday, followed by Friday’s official jobs
Did you know that much like discount stores, penny stocks are usually filled with inferior goods? However, a precious gem of an opportunity may be hidden among the risks. Because of fraud and questionable tactics, these stocks are considered suspicious. Yet, finding a possible winner can result in big profits. This is an excellent time
Since January, Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) has bounced back from its all-time lows, yet only slightly. With this, some bottom-fishers may now believe LCID stock is favorably priced, after perhaps becoming oversold following the deflating of the EV stock bubble. A surge to $10 per share is unlikely, with signs pointing to a forecast of $1
The fourth quarter (Q4) shined bright for hedge funds, marking it a standout period in the investment realm. According to a recent report released by a U.K.-based data investment business, global hedge fund returns surged 7.1% in Q4, pushing returns to 13.3% for 2023, after a slight drop of 0.1% in the third quarter (Q3).
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In this article 8801.T-JP Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Skyline of Tokyo, Japan. Jackyenjoyphotography | Moment | Getty Images Company: Mitsui Fudosan Co Ltd (8801.T) Business: Mitsui Fudosan is a Japan-based company engaged in the real estate business. It has five business segments. First, there’s the leasing unit, which is engaged in the leasing
Space stocks offer tremendous upside potential for investors willing to stomach the risk. Backed by innovative ventures, companies involved in the space sector are effectively turning the once-distant cosmos into a viable investment opportunity beyond niche projects such as satellite deployments and lunar missions. Moreover, as outer space becomes more accessible, the industry showcases massive
Equity analysts can be a finnicky bunch. While there are some stocks that are universally adored and praised, such as chipmaker Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), there are many other stocks that are reviled and criticized by analysts. Many companies that were once in the good books of analysts have now been relegated to the dog house. Poor
My stance on Chinese EV maker Nio (NYSE:NIO) stock has changed, and I now see more relative upside for the company’s competitors, looking at this space more broadly. However, there are reasons investors may consider this stock an excellent long-term play in this market. I was once bullish on Nio, and I can understand the
This article is reprinted by permission from NextAvenue.org. Almost two million people in the U.S. get the bad news every month: they have been laid off. Whether they are retail clerks or rocket scientists, their bosses have decided that the enterprises will be more efficient without them. Being on the receiving end of a pink slip is, naturally, stressful. Paychecks
Discovering technological innovations and finding industry leaders can help investors outperform the stock market. This strategy worked well for investors who focused on companies with exposure to artificial intelligence. Cloud computing stocks were around before artificial intelligence became mainstream. Many of the top tech stocks operate in cloud computing to some capacity. Some corporations have
The U.S. stock market started the year with an unusual divergence, suggesting overhyped stocks. The S&P 500 hit an all-time high level at 7.3% year-to-date (YTD) rise. And the Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index (LEI) shows market headwinds, having contracted by 3% from July 2023 to the end of January 2024. Although not outright pointing
Battery stocks fuel the green tech revolution, heralding an investment gold rush. They serve as the energy backbone for everything from vehicles to homes and offices while playing a critical in advancing the fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) sector. Consequently, battery technology has become a crucial element in modern investment strategy, positioning itself as a critical
Dear Quentin, I wanted to share my experience with the current housing market and ask for advice on my next moves in a seemingly impossible situation. Let’s take a trip back to 2017. I was married at the time with three young children, and my then-wife and I were renters. We both worked the best
The tech giants frequently capture the headlines and drive the stock market to new highs. The S&P 500 has approximately 30% of its total portfolio allocated toward the Magnificent Seven growth stocks. It’s no wonder those seven stocks influence the stock market to such a high degree. However, there are many up-and-coming media mavericks that have the potential to
Tech stocks appear to be a no-lose bet in this market. But you would be wrong if you think you can pick up any tech stock and enjoy your gains. There are, unfortunately, plenty of F-rated tech stocks of which you need to give a wide berth. True, the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite continues to outperform
The robotaxi industry looks like it has more legs than the electric vehicle (EV) market at this point. Where EV sales are falling and the companies producing them are in decline or failing, the electric vertical take and landing (eVTOL) industry is ramping up. Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) looks every bit the industry leader it is.
This article is reprinted by permission from NextAvenue.org. Apart from watching instructional YouTube videos, playing New York Times word games on our phones and streaming a show over spotty Wi-Fi in the evening, my wife and I are not big techies. That’s why I was surprised when she hinted that she’d like a virtual reality (VR) headset for