Stocks to buy

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has hinted at the likelihood of implementing further interest rate hikes to counter inflation with a potential tightening slated for the December meeting. Although market expectations lean towards a pause, Powell underscored the nuanced equilibrium required to tackle inflation without causing undue economic harm. Despite the U.S. economy exhibiting a

Recession-resistant stocks are essential to achieving stable, long term portfolio returns. The economy goes through periods of both economic expansions and contractions. These cycles can impact stock market returns, during both bull and bear markets.  New risks in the economy continue to emerge, keeping investors on edge. That is why its more important than ever

While the rest of Wall Street may be basking in the glow of screaming-hot economy, contrarian investors may want to consider the best stocks for a volatile market. Just like in a game of baseball, all it takes is one bad inning to see a big lead evaporate. Yes, U.S. GDP for the third quarter

Warren Buffett loves dividends. And this year Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A)(NYSE:BRK-B) will collect $5.7 billion in dividend checks, half of which will come from just three companies. But only a handful of those stocks have a long enough track record of raising their payout for 25 years or more. That’s a feat that would qualify them

Recent jobs data suggest a cooling labor market. While unfortunate for job-seekers, this trend sparks optimism among investors that the central bank’s rake hiking cycle may have reached its conclusion since its start in 2022. Additionally, The Federal Reserve’s central objective has been to promote labor market improvement in tandem with the broader economy. Often

Once considered just a personal finance app, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is now a legitimate, chartered bank that poses a real threat to traditional banking institutions. Yet, even if big banks aren’t necessarily fans of SoFi Technologies, at least one mega-bank analyst group had something positive to say about the company. Therefore, the skeptics and short-sellers definitely

The future of the economy remains uncertain, with divergent opinions among experts. The Economist has presented a pessimistic view, arguing that high-interest rates will lead to economic policy failures and reduced growth. While there are indications that the pessimistic view is taking hold in some areas, there is still room for optimism. With optimism, there

Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) offers a unique and intriguing investment opportunity for long-term investors looking at sectors with high growth potential. The world of eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft manufacturing is one that’s still in its infancy. However, as we’ve seen with so many high-growth spaces, the time to invest in a given technology

In investments, the pursuit of stocks that promise to be gems in the rough is a thrilling endeavor. But how do you identify the stars among the multitude of options? Wall Street’s whispers point us toward three companies. Each harbors secrets that might double your wealth by 2025. These giants are not relying on luck;

The energy markets are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the wake of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. The price of brent crude remains elevated, above $80/barrel, as the Israel-Hamas war and the Russo-Ukrainian war have led to oil market speculation on supply and demand. These geopolitical tensions are likely

Wayne Gretzky once said, “I skate to where the puck is going, not where it has been.” For our purposes, it simply tells us to invest based on what will happen in the future, rather than relying on current events to determine where to put your money. Look at clean energy stocks, for example. Even

It’s been a rough year for the lithium industry, along with many renewable energy companies more broadly. Weak demand out of China has led the benchmark price of lithium to decline by more than two-thirds from its 2022 highs. While lithium is still selling above pre-pandemic price levels, lithium firms’ profits have been greatly curtailed

A mix of trepidation and optimism permeate the fluctuating U.S. stock market landscape at this time. Consequently, the hunt for stocks to buy for under $100 becomes more of a strategic endeavor. The market has been weighed down by heightened Treasury yields and the looming shadow of inflation, which presents its challenges. So, as volatility

Every investor is a phenomenal stock picker with hindsight. If investors could go back five years and buy stocks with today’s hindsight, they would pick companies like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Those two stocks grabbed many headlines and generated substantial returns for shareholders. Some investors like to allocate a portion of their portfolios toward stocks they believe can

The recent decision by the Federal Reserve to maintain steady interest rates highlights a complex situation that policymakers are grappling with. Despite the robust performance of the U.S. economy, there is uncertainty at the central bank regarding the tightness of financial conditions necessary to rein in inflation, which still exceeds its 2% target. Fed Chair

International companies, especially here in the U.S., don’t get the attention they deserve. They are sometimes overlooked as another alternative to the U.S. market. However, investors should pay greater attention to stocks in other international markets that offer great potential and, most importantly, diversification, which is critical to a robust investment portfolio. Companies located in

It’s never too late for a comeback. Some stocks have languished and underperformed for years only to bounce back on evidence that business is back on track and financial results are improving. As Q3 earnings have poured in, several companies that had largely been written off or ignored by investors have surprised to the upside.

At first, the idea of environmental, social and governance or ESG stocks to buy and hold doesn’t seem particularly lucrative. Generally, an understanding exists that people don’t become wildly successful because they’re truly philanthropic. So, the same applies to big corporations, right? Well, when it comes to sustainable stocks, it’s a nuanced picture. Of course,

Regardless of whether you’re a Wall Street veteran or new to investing, the past four years have been a roller coaster ride. A global pandemic brought a 14-year-long bull market to a screeching halt. It quickly revived into another stock boom that saw the S&P 500 hit a new all-time high, only to reverse course

Having largely emerged from the global crisis that was COVID-19, investors might now need to consider ag stocks to mitigate the impact of another brewing calamity: the ongoing disruption in the broader food supply chain. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine showing no signs of abating, the two major food and food-commodities producers are locked into