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United States equities may be on the rise again after a troublesome start to 2024. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed up on Monday with former up 1.4% and the latter appreciating 2.2%. While stocks may be back on the rise, equities investors may want to reconsider putting money in innovative companies. Given the traction

Cybersecurity stocks continue to be one of the hottest parts of the technology trade. While artificial intelligence (AI) has been getting all of the attention in the business press over the last year, most cybersecurity stocks have more than doubled in that time, trouncing the returns of the broader market. Best of all, analysts see

Today, identifying investments with promising growth potential is a quest every investor undertakes. Within the loud noises of the stock market, three standout companies are making waves. Their strategies and innovations forecast substantial gains, promising a 2X capital level by 2025. The first one on the list is a pioneer in digital payments, emphasizing enhanced

Going into 2024, the stock market has seen a year-end rally resulting from the expected easing of interest rate hikes projected for 2024, reduced inflation, and other positive economic results. In 2024, investors must choose companies expected to grow in 2024 as they did in 2023. For an investment portfolio, it’s best to have a

Machine learning is transforming sectors including healthcare and transportation, offering lucrative opportunities in the best machine learning stocks. However, investors should approach cautiously, as not all stocks in this sector ensure returns. Discernment is key, as many firms claim advanced machine learning needs more solid business models or definitive applications. Moreover, this sector branches into

As the saying goes, good things come in small packages. That goes for stocks, too. Small-cap stocks tend to outperform larger ones over time. It tends to follow periods of underperformance, and then the small caps surge in value and dominate. We may be at such an inflection point. While the S&P 600 index of small-cap stocks

In the tech investment space, three stocks stand poised to rewrite the rules of growth and profitability. These three companies have sparked widespread interest and speculation, projecting a potential leap of 3X by 2026. The article explores their compelling fundamentals of strategic prowess and market dominance. Financial revelations speak volumes. The first one’s meteoric rise,

Wealthy consumers are getting a lot of credit for keeping the U.S. economy going. Despite the highest inflation rate in 40 years and the highest interest rates in nearly 25 years, the rich have continued to spend. The top 20% of U.S. households account for nearly 40% of all consumer spending. And these Americans, whose

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is up 3.64% over the past month, and technical indicators show that it could extend much further. If last year’s repeat of the ‘Majestic Seven’ leading the broader indices again happens this year, we could be in for a bit of a wild ride. Despite their stretched valuations, tech stocks

As most investors know, Mark Zuckerberg is the CEO and co-founder of Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), which operates the world’s most profitable social media platform. He’s also the controlling shareholder with approximately 61.1% of the META stock votes. Zuckerberg controls Meta through Class B shares, which have 10 votes per share, compared to one for Class

Crude oil prices are stabilizing after a brutal selloff in the fourth quarter. Amidst fears of a wider Middle East conflict, prices have found a floor around $70 a barrel. The stabilizing prices and lower valuations are favorable for energy stocks. The main catalyst for energy stocks is the crisis in the Middle East. In

In an era where the market shifts at breakneck speed, millionaire-maker stocks can pop at any minute. Identifying potential investment avenues is critical to navigating a constantly changing landscape. These millionaire-maker stocks represent market giants and catalysts reshaping consumer discretionary, technology, finance, and automobile sectors. Tesla (TSLA) Source: sdx15 / Shutterstock.com Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has rapidly

There finally seems to be light at the end of the tunnel for the cannabis industry. It’s difficult to talk about the regulatory perspective. However, if we look at cannabis companies, there are stories that seem to be moving in the right direction. I am talking about growth as well as margin improvement. In my

2023 was a year when growth outperformed value by a huge margin, led by the technology-heavy Nasdaq 100. However, in 2024, there might be a reversal of fortunes, given the numerous headwinds on the horizon. Thus, you should consider some smart investor stocks to weather the potential market turmoil. 2024 might be a challenging year, considering

For those prioritizing long-term investments, the key is selecting stocks with a robust track record and resilience in unpredictable scenarios.  In the vast landscape of investments dominated by tech unicorns and financial giants, three discreet millionaire-maker stocks stand out. These stocks, operating with resilience, innovation, and market finesse, quietly generate wealth. Also, they act as

The Street’s worries about PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock are way overdone. Eventually, these concerns, pushing the shares down 80% from their August 2021 high of $289, will become much less intense, enabling PYPL stock to soar far above its current levels. Specifically, investors’ trepidation about PayPal’s falling profit margins and its competition from Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) will eventually be unfounded. As a result,

As we ring in a new year, many investors may be thinking about how to reposition their portfolios for 2023. Last year wasn’t necessarily a banner year for many battery stocks. Indeed, many companies have faced challenges in terms of production and metal prices. However, this group merits attention in 2024. Why? Well, the long-term

The beginning of the year is a good time for some portfolio rejig. I would look at further strengthening my positions among blue-chip dividend stocks. At the same time, it’s important to remain aggressive in the markets and consider some exposure to high-risk and low-price stocks that can deliver multibagger returns. There has been ample

You know what I hate about the typical article about hottest dividend stocks to watch? You’re excited about adding passive income to your portfolio, only to read about company after company that pays a dividend yield of 1%. Like, seriously – you would need a boatload of shares to see substance from such a lowly

One of the easiest ways to get paid consistently is with income investing. Simply buy a high-yielding, growing stock and sit back and collect the yield. Look at Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI), one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. Not only is it a well-respected, growing company, but it has now consistently increased its dividend going