Stocks to buy

As the overall stock market remains choppy, plenty of investors may be considering which dividend stocks to buy for steady, reliable returns. In the near term, stocks offering average- to above-average yields can produce steady gains in a sideways market. In the long term, stocks that pay dividends can produce strong total returns through a combination of

The search for top penny stocks to buy in April, or in any month, is certainly an intriguing one. There are thousands of small and micro-cap stocks to choose from. Investors can certainly go down some pretty intriguing rabbit holes in assessing these penny stocks. Some are obviously better than others. But most are unprofitable

When it comes to the best undervalued stocks to buy now, some of the best names in this category are those utilizing return-of-capital efforts to maximize shareholder value. In other words, dividends and stock buybacks. Both return-0f-capital types have their advantages and disadvantages. However, while some investors prefer the “cash in hand” aspect of dividends,

The problem with finding stocks that could be the next Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) or Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) is that you’re looking for a needle in a haystack. How many investors knew they had the tiger by the tail when buying either stock in 2010? Very few. So what should investors look for to find the next trillion-dollar companies?

Electric vehicle (EV) sales are picking up. The International Energy Agency (IEA) just released a new report that shows electric vehicle sales around the world rose 55% in 2022 and surpassed 10 million units for the first time. The IEA said that more than 26 million electric vehicles were on the roads in 2022, up 60%

The metaverse is a term that currently describes a single, shared, immersive, and constant 3D virtual space where we can experience life in ways we cannot in the real world. That explains the metaverse, according to techtarget.com anyway. I’m one who thinks the metaverse has clear ramifications for gaming stocks and tech in general. Gaming

Although we constantly receive conflicting messaging, we continue to be in the midst of a global economic recovery. That recovery translates to an opportunity for infrastructure stocks as building ramps up. Current expectations are that 2023 will result in 2.8% growth in the construction sector globally, with 3% growth expected next year. Inflation rates worldwide will

If you’re interested in investing in water tech stocks, you’d be wise to turn to Invesco. It’s cornered the market on water technology companies, marketing three of the top water exchange-traded funds (ETFs) listed on U.S. stock exchanges: Invesco Water Resources ETF (NASDAQ:PHO), Invesco S&P Global Water Index ETF (NYSEARCA:CGW) and Invesco Global Water ETF

The stock market is at an odd juncture right now. 2022 was a tough, bear market and 2023 had plenty of doom-and-gloom at the start — yet US markets continue to trade pretty well. With many stocks still down big from the highs though, it’s got investors looking for stocks to buy and hold forever.

It’s been a weird year. For all the noise and headache that 2022 caused us, 2023 has been off to a much stronger start. That’s despite ongoing worries over the U.S. and global economies. It has some investors turning to the pros, looking for analyst-recommended stocks to buy now. Even with stubbornly high inflation and

There were two major reasons for a deep correction in growth stocks in 2022. First, the Fed pursued aggressive contractionary policies and as liquidity dried up on a relative basis, high-beta stocks corrected. Furthermore, earnings revision on the downside in a post-pandemic era impacted several high-flying growth stocks. I believe that 2023 is a period

Electric vehicle (EV) stocks have proven profitable for investors, providing multibagger returns. As transportation continues to move in a more environmentally friendly direction, investors can continue to capitalize on opportunities not only in EV makers, but in EV charging stocks as well. While EV manufacturers often hog the spotlight, the EV charging industry is a

Hunting for cheap stocks is a good idea in the current environment, as many of these overlooked names have strong upside potential with little risk to the downside. Moreover, with a recession on the horizon later this year, I believe it’s time to take profits on many of the growth names that have rallied this

Cathie Wood is a well-known though polarizing investor. As the founder and CEO of the investment management firm ARK Invest, she has an investment philosophy that focuses on innovative technologies and growth stocks. It’s a thesis that has led to boom and bust cycles for the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) her company manages. It is also an

Animal-loving investors may be interested in exploring opportunities in the pet industry. While there are altruistic reasons for supporting companies that focus on the well-being of our furry friends, pet stocks have also seen impressive growth over the past decade, which was accelerated by the pandemic.  With everyone locked indoors, the pandemic really re-shaped how

Penny stocks are one of the easiest ways to make multibagger gains in the market. However, when looking at penny stocks to buy, you have to be comfortable taking the risk that comes with these speculative names. These stocks are extremely sensitive too, and disproportionately impacted by, economic volatility which ends up crushing many of

During times of volatility or uncertainty, investors may find incredible value in – ahem – value stocks to buy. To clarify, these enterprises feature pricing below a key valuation benchmark, typically trailing-12-month earnings, as is the case here. However, a fundamental bargain doesn’t always mean “cheap” in the intuitive sense, which is what makes this

The future of vehicles is electric, and many EV stocks are innovating and developing cutting-edge technologies to lead the way in this high-growth sector. Of course, 2022 wasn’t the year for this sector. After a rip-roaring 2021, most EV stocks have since settled down to more subdued levels. One could argue that such a move

In my view, the best energy stocks to invest in now are renewable energy names. First of all, as you’ll see in the next paragraph, the utilization of solar energy and wind energy is ramping up tremendously in the U.S. and Europe. Secondly, while oil stocks could easily tumble tremendously and not recover for many

With the risk-on trade back in 2023, many investors have switched from playing defense to offense. In other words, they aren’t just looking to protect their portfolios; they are on the hunt for stocks and cryptos that could make them rich. While economic uncertainty remains, growth investors have done well buying the dips. Indeed, many