Stocks to buy

The United States economy has been resilient thus far, as the job market and corporate earnings have been strong. As such, aggregate earnings for S&P 500 companies rose 0.1% in the first quarter, exceeding analysts’ forecasts of a 5-6% decline three months ago. Consumer spending has remained remarkably strong despite this inflation, and demand for

One thing that you always have to be aware of with dividend stocks is the yield. Yes, high-yielding stocks are appealing. But often, a dividend stock has an outsized yield because the stock price tumbled, robbing you of returns. What you want are safe high-yield dividend stocks. Safe high-yield dividend stocks may not have a

The outlook for the S&P 500 index is optimistic for the next 12 months. Over this period, the index is likely to trend higher by 9.3%. Without a doubt, there will be undervalued blue-chip stocks and growth stocks that will witness a significant rally. It’s a good time to remain invested in fundamentally strong names that trade at a valuation gap.

I used Bard AI to help recommend blue-chip stocks for July. Right off the bat, it’s clear that Bard isn’t considering recent events in recommending the shares it has. Most of the rationale it offers in picking the shares centers on long-term factors. That’s fine, given that long-term investing produces better average returns. But it also suggests

As we brace for a potential recession looming on the horizon, many investors are recalibrating their portfolios in search of low-risk stocks. If you’re in sweats thinking about financial risk, and your concern rests with capital preservation, you might want to avoid high-flying growth stocks. To be fair, growth stocks should hold a pivotal spot

The past year provided a peek into the future of biotech and healthcare. Megafirms like Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) led the way, partnering with tech giants such as Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), to develop AI-powered solutions to medical problems.  While these mainstays take advantage of artificial intelligence and machine learning, they aren’t the only opportunities for savvy investors. A

When it comes to investing in pharmaceutical stocks, an intriguing area for future growth is gene editing. This is an exciting field that may provide a solution to some of our most vexing diseases, such as cancer and diabetes.   And in 2023, many companies are closer than ever to a solution. So, although I

High risk high return stocks can supercharge your portfolio returns. Typically, they are smaller stocks with huge potential. They might have a better product challenging incumbents, an innovation, or serve an under-penetrated niche. If the expected growth is sustainable, these high reward stocks can become multi-baggers. However, these higher returns also come with plenty of

Investing in semiconductor stocks is an ideal way to take advantage of the backbone of the computer industry. These companies make and design the chips that make significant contributions to the global economy. While these companies suffered more than they deserved in 2022, this year seems to be much better. The recent advances have well-positioned

EV stocks represent to companies involved in the manufacturing of electric vehicles or their components, like batteries and autonomous systems. While major car manufacturers like Ford (NYSE:F) and General Motors (NYSE:GM) are developing electric models, I do not consider them electric car companies, as their primary products are not electric vehicles. The most promising EV

Inflation-resistant stocks naturally dominated the equities research landscape as a robust labor market continued to confound the Federal Reserve. However, we may have reached a point where the central bank has had enough. If policymakers don’t lay down the gauntlet, accelerating prices may get out of control. Therefore, it’s time to consider investing during disinflation.

Investors are actively seeking AI stocks as businesses increasingly utilize artificial intelligence for improved customer experiences and revenue growth. While many AI-related stocks have seen significant gains, a few companies continue to offer promising investment opportunities. Here are three top AI stocks to consider for July, allowing investors to position themselves for the AI boom.

Finding buy-and-hold long term stocks for your portfolio is essential for success. Especially when we’re talking about firms producing strong returns, with solid long-term outlooks. While the stocks listed below may not grab headlines like the leading tech companies do, but they can — and have provided returns that are equally as impressive.  Long Term Stocks: Coca-Cola (KO)

There’s a good reason to follow Warren Buffett stock picks. According to his most recent annual shareholder letter, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B) generated 3.7 million percent returns for investors since 1965 after he became CEO. In contrast, the S&P 500 returned 24.7 thousand percent. No wonder he’s called the Oracle of Omaha. As of June

Penny stocks have always interested many investors. Indeed, this interest comes from many places. Some investors like the volatility of these stocks, and the ability to buy a large amount of shares at one time. Others focus on the immense upside potential most penny stocks provide. Of course, this extremely high upside also means these

Editor’s note: “A Golden Ticket to Profiting From ‘Hidden’ Bull Markets” was previously published in January 2023. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. What if I told you that one tiny sector of the stock market was regularly responsible for more than 30% of the market’s biggest winners? Not

AI is coming to biotech in a big way. From protein folding to drug screening, from studying cells to studying populations, the AI boom has long been an asset to biological research and drug discovery. Now investors are also waking up, and Biotech AI stocks could skyrocket as their potential becomes fully realized. The best

Seeking the perfect investment opportunity? Well, consider venturing into the dynamic realm of semiconductor stocks. These technological powerhouses not only continue to drive progress in our modern world, but they also show no signs of deceleration. So, if you’re looking for where to invest in semiconductor stocks, you’ve come to the right place. Dipping into

Momentum stocks offer investors the opportunity to capitalize on strong and continued upward price changes. At the same time, it is an inherently and undeniably risky trading method. Investing in momentum stocks can sometimes counter the notion that time in the market yields better results on average than timing the market.  But for those who

In the harsh macroeconomic environment, identifying investment opportunities among the U.S. banks that offer growth potential and resilience is a cumbersome exercise. As financial markets enter July 2023, the banking sector presents three compelling opportunities for investors, especially for those seeking to capitalize on the emerging economic and technological landscape. These three banking stocks emerge