Stocks to buy

Editor’s note: “Thanks to VR, the Metaverse Is Still Destined for Greatness” was previously published in September 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. Amid the economic chaos of 2022, investors have all but forgotten about VR and the once-promising metaverse. Since late 2021, Google search interest in the

As someone who has been writing about stocks professionally for 18 years, I remember when Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) and Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) were the first companies with $1 trillion market capitalizations. There was a great deal of fascination with the milestones at the time. Subsequently, both overcame the $2 trillion mark,  and Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL)

As if investors haven’t had enough to think about these last few years, now there’s a debt ceiling crisis to consider. But a little perspective can go a long way. First, this isn’t the first time the United States has butted up against its debt ceiling. And despite the posturing on both sides, there is

Fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology is igniting a digital renaissance worldwide. The sector is brimming with contenders that could potentially become juggernauts in the space. However, in selecting the best 5G stocks to buy now, it’s imperative to exercise caution. After all, with any technology, such as 5G, the potential for a robust upside is massive.

Momentum stocks are securities that are rising fast and seeing their gains accelerate. This is often because a given stock has one or more catalysts that have led to a rally in its share price. Catalysts can include strong earnings, regulatory approval of a new product or service, a sizable stake taken by a notable

Stock screeners can help investors identify stocks to buy based on a variety of criteria. In fact, one helpful predictor of stock price growth can be found with analyst ratings. Though not perfect, an analyst rating can indicate where institutional investor sentiment lies. In this article, I used a screener to help find stocks that

The only thing that people can agree on when it comes to SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI), it seems, is that there will always be disagreement. The top analysts on Wall Street see different trajectories for SOFI stock, so what is a retail investor supposed to do? The answer is: listen to the bull and bear cases for

As electric cars gain more mainstream attention, numerous EV stocks have emerged as winners over the past decade. Of course, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has led the way, providing life-changing returns for those who bet on the success of Elon Musk’s vision. However, with the market maturing, there are plenty of other opportunities to consider. Competition is picking up,

More than any time since the advent of fossil fuels, new, game-changing energy technologies are emerging and proliferating, making many energy stocks very attractive. The latter phenomena are not really surprising, given the huge increases in the utilization of renewable energy, along with the electric-vehicle revolution. Among the new technologies rising to the forefront are

The stock market has been hit a few headwinds in 2023. High inflation, interest rate hikes, and declining earnings have been put into focus. Despite the headlines, indices have performed well to start the year. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 are up 8% and 23% year to date, respectively.  Some investors believe a summer rally

Large tech stocks are having a great 2023 so far. Judging by the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:QQQ), the sector is up 24% year-to-date. After tech’s rough 2022, many investors are giving these companies a fresh look today. With the crisis in the banking sector, for example, it’s understandable why investors are moving funds back into technology as a

In the last decade, few companies have touched the magic trillion-dollar valuation. Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ: GOOGL) are the names worth mentioning. While these businesses will continue to create value, I am more interested in finding the next trillion-dollar companies. An interesting point to note is that most of the trillion-dollar

Retail stocks haven’t been lighting the world on fire lately. The SPDR S&P Retail Exchange-Traded Fund (NYSEARCA:XRT) that tracks the sector is flat on the year (down 0.30% since January). Investors and traders seem to be taking a “wait-and-see” approach to retail stocks as the U.S. economy and consumer spending slow in the wake of

Everyone seems to be talking about semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI) and mega-cap tech. However, no one seems to be talking about healthcare stocks to buy. That said, I get it. Semiconductor stocks and AI stocks are the exciting plays in the market, while mega-cap tech is powering the S&P 500 higher. In fact, just a

The stock market continues to move in fits and starts as investors and traders assess ongoing issues that include bank failures, elevated interest rates, war in Ukraine, an uneven economic recovery in China, and a debt showdown that’s taking place in Washington, D.C. As always, quarterly earnings continue to move individual stocks higher and lower.

Investors seeking to preserve their capital are increasingly turning to defensive stocks amidst the volatility. These stocks have defensive qualities and the potential to grow dividends, supported by strong free cash flow. While they may not be exciting, defensive stocks have a proven track record of profitability and growth, even in challenging economic conditions. They continuously

This year has brought about massive change across many industries. How hydrogen is produced is one such area of focus for many investors. Accordingly, for those looking to take part in this industry, which hasn’t really taken off until the past two years, hydrogen stocks are a place to start perusing. Thanks to the Inflation

China’s decision to reopen its economy offers us opportunities to invest in undervalued Chinese stocks. In fact, with that key headwind out of the way, many investors have been betting on a resurgence in growth among some of China’s most undervalued stocks. Of course, many financial experts are also urging investors to be cautious. That’s because

The upcoming summer driving season and last month’s soft inflation report warrant a look at the energy stocks to explode as oil prices soar. Energy markets have been incredibly volatile since the start of the year. Oil prices have taken a hit on the back of high-interest rates, seasonal weaknesses, and the slowdown in economic

Biology is the study of life. And synthetic biology is the creation of new life for new purposes. Ever since the Green Revolution of the 1970s, synthetic biology has allowed us to make new crops, drugs, and additives for profit and to make the world a better place. But the true promise of synthetic biology