Stocks to buy

In recent weeks, investors started pouring significant money into small-cap stocks. The move came after years during which the Street shunned the names because it believed they were not attractive in an era of high interest rates. Now that the Federal Reserve looks poised to cut rates in September, small-cap stocks, many of which are

Emerging as one of the best growth and restaurant stocks, Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) continues to gain traction due to its unique menu and in-house operations. In Q1 2024, the company brought in a $2.7 billion revenue. Additionally, the company’s 50-for-1 split also was a key driver of a 21% year-to-date surge in CMG stock

Wireless charging tech is set to have an outsized impact on many industries. With the technology gaining importance in the various fields of consumer electronics, automotive, and more, the best wireless charging stocks are expected to have great growth potential.  New innovations in wireless charging systems, including inductive and resonant charging, have made the process

Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) is well-known as a leader in 5G semiconductors, but it’s also a chip stock that lags behind many of the top names in this sector — most notably Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). The company powers the sort of data throughput and connectivity we all rely on with its advanced chips and RF solutions. In 2023,

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has been a tech leader in advancement and related financial success. However, recent developments in its AI capabilities may push Apple stock for even greater growth. The release of a 7 billion-parameter open-source language model is vital in Apple’s AI strategy. This move boosts Apple’s technological edge in the AI market and solidifies its ecosystem. 

Despite unfavorable market conditions for the past year, consumer spending has not slowed. Consumer spending has exploded over the pandemic, growing from $484.5 million in 2021 to $535.7 million in 2023, representing a 10.5% increase over two years. Despite positive growth trends, Nike (NYSE:NKE) faced difficulties recently. Nike’s stock price slipped 24% in the past

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) represent one of the best ways to get exposure to investing in real estate without having to take on the risks and capital expenditures of purchasing your own property. When buying into a REIT, investors are essentially giving their money as a loan to a capital management firm, which then

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and its fellow Magnificent 7 companies have been on fire over the past year. META stock, in particular, is up over 52% for the year, head-and-shoulders above the broader market’s 21% gain.  Following the incredible run-up in value last year, many are curious if Meta can maintain its momentum in the bull market. The

The Global X Solar ETF (NASDAQ:RAYS) has slumped by more than 40% year-over-year (YOY), illustrating that investors have abandoned solar stocks. However, as an incurable contrarian, I believe the RAYS ETF’s downturn signals a buying opportunity within the solar industry. What’s my premise for the abovementioned claim? Well, the solar industry is forecasted to grow

The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to connected technology and devices that can communication between themselves and the cloud. An example is a smart home device communicating to a home’s thermostat to adjust the temperature. Another could be a stove preheating itself before one arrives home from work. IoT is expected to assist with being

Betting on the top hidden gem stocks could potentially take your investment portfolio to the next level. In a year dominated by a handful of tech giants, broadening your portfolio to include high-potential stocks becomes imperative. These stocks have flown under-the-radar, but are positioned for substantial gains ahead of a broader market rally expected later

Crisis has become an opportunity for beaten-down lithium stocks. For one, according to Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM), “the world urgently needs more lithium than it’s producing today.” Two, we’re just starting to see electric vehicle sales bounce back. In fact, according to Kelley Blue Book, about 330,460 EVs were sold in the U.S. just in the

For the last two years, investors in consumer staples stocks saw every tiny step forward smacked down by two large steps back. Therefore, the 900+-point gain in the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) the week of July 15 was noteworthy. It suggested that the long-awaited “sector rotation” was finally underway.  Over the past two years,

With a violent growth-to-value rotation hitting the stock markets, it can be tempted to ditch AI high-flyers and other frothy tech plays for the big blue chips. When it comes to time-tested blue chips, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is a good place to look. The price-weighted index, which is also heavier in cheap cash

Sustainable packaging stocks are an attractive investment because the industry is growing and advancing at a fast pace.  Sustainable packaging stocks include companies that design and manufacture packaging packaging solutions that are eco-friendly. These companies are involved in the development of packaging solutions. These solutions are either made to be recycled or biodegradable, or even

Dividend Kings are high-end stocks that have raised their dividends annually for at least 50 years consecutively. These remarkable companies have maintained their streak of annual dividend growth through wars, recessions and financial crises. Each have proved the reliability of their business models and steadiness of their profits. For investors, Dividend Kings can be an

Electric vehicle (EV) companies, for the most part, are still reeling from a broader slump in the market. Some EV makers have seen their sales decline and others their margins. Ever since the U.S. Federal Reserve decided to raise interest rates in order to combat rising inflation, new car buyers have struggled to take on

Flying car stocks have been explosive. Look at Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY), for example. The last time I highlighted opportunity in the stock, it traded at about $5 on July 3. Today, it’s up to $6.95 on news. It successfully flew a first-of-its-kind hydrogen electric air taxi that ran about 523 miles, with water as its only

Consumer spending makes up 70% of the GDP and is a driving force of the global economy. Without consumer spending, companies go out of business and lay off workers. People spending less money can create a negative feedback loop for the economy until the course reverses. While fads come and go, some companies continue to generate

The likelihood of a rate cut in the coming quarters is the biggest catalyst for equities. Higher interest rates have impacted consumption and investment spending. As GDP growth decelerates, there is a strong case for expansionary policies. From an investment perspective, there are blue-chip rate-sensitive stocks to buy for healthy returns. At the same time, there are meme