Stocks to buy

It seems like we just rang in 2023, and unexpectedly, we’ve already found ourselves in its second half of the year. Consequently, it’s time for investors to set their sights on the upcoming year, particularly directing their attention toward promising tech stocks. Indeed, technology stocks displayed impressive performance in the year’s first half. Considering their

While it’s not hard to find scorching hot enterprises in relevant sectors (such as artificial intelligence), their rich premiums tend to incentivize a contrarian pivot toward the top value stocks to buy. According to Investopedia, a value stock represents shares of an enterprise that seemingly trade at a lower price relative to fundamental metrics, typically

With actors and entertainment writers on picket lines, now may seem like an odd time to be recommending streaming stocks.  In fact, a recent CNBC headline declared, “The media industry is in turmoil.” “Traditional TV is dying. Ad revenue is soft. Streaming isn’t profitable. And Hollywood is practically shut down as the actors and writers

The last time I wrote about high-yield ETFs was in early July, when my focus was dividend ETFs whose yields were higher than the iShares Select Dividend ETF (NASDAQ:DVY). At the time, that yield was 3.71%. I’m going way higher in today’s edition and searching for three of the top high-yield ETFs. Given interest rates are

With the price of crude oil down 40% from a peak of $122 per barrel reached in June 2022, the good times look to be over for energy stocks. While the S&P 500 Energy Index is down nearly 10% this year, the broader benchmark S&P 500 index is up 18%. The share prices of most

Crude oil has been in a downtrend in the last few quarters. An increase in interest rates and heightened recession fears have contributed to this move. I, however, believe that the worst of the correction is over. From an investment perspective, some of the best oil stocks are trading at attractive valuations, making it a

Generally, conservative investors may want to stay away from regional bank stocks. While financial sector investments tend to be wise in arguably most circumstances, the sector crisis we incurred just a few months ago still weighs heavily. According to the AP in May, the banking industry still suffers from worrying stability concerns. Nevertheless, the red

Artificial Intelligence (AI) exploded in 2023 as generative AI programs, including ChatGPT and Bard, entered the mainstream. Therefore, the machine learning stocks that allow computers to learn without being explicitly programmed are receiving renewed attention. Machine learning is a subfield of AI and isn’t analogous to the broader field of AI but rather a part

Artificial intelligence (AI) is aiming to revolutionize the healthcare sector, forging a new era of medical innovation. As we dive into the realm of the top AI healthcare stocks, it’s imperative to understand the game-changing potential of this technology. According to a Markets and Markets report, the global AI healthcare sector is forecast to cross

Quantum computing is a technological field that utilizes superposition to accelerate computing speed. Stocks in the field are inherently interesting as our digitized world benefits from any increases in the speed at which computations are done. Quantum mechanics deals with matter at small scales at which physical properties change. Matter exhibits characteristics of both particles

As we venture further into the sizzling month of July, battery stocks are beginning to charge up our investing portfolios. It’s clear that these high-potential investments are vital to society. If you have been contemplating investing in battery stocks or looking for the next big thing in the battery sector, let these AI-predicted recommendations be

Delving into the realm of robotics makes investing in the future more exciting than ever. The story of the new age is intricately woven around artificial intelligence and robotics, and this sector presents high return possibilities, making certain robotics stocks potential millionaire makers. Robotic advancements are revolutionizing how we interact with the world, from assembly

With the market surging, investors might think that the best opportunities have passed them by. But don’t fear, there are still many worthwhile undervalued stocks to buy today. In fact, these three companies all have proven business models, strong customer bases and pay attractive dividends. For investors looking for a bargain, these are three of

Many movie buffs are eagerly awaiting the debut of “Oppenheimer” which is set to release on July 21. The movie will draw attention to the perils of nuclear power. However, if you’re interested in investing in nuclear stocks, you’ll want to look at nuclear energy through a wider lens.  When you do, you’ll see that

Technology stocks have staged a comeback for the ages. After being the worst performing asset class in 2022 during what became known as the “tech wreck,” shares of technology stocks have rallied big time this year, fueled in large part by the hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). Consider that, in 2022, the tech-laden Nasdaq index

Global real GDP growth was robust at 3.4% last year. However, with policy tightening and geopolitical tensions, growth is likely to ease to 2.8% in 2023. Further, the International Monetary Fund expects GDP growth to accelerate to 3% in the coming year. Considering the data, global recession fears have declined meaningfully. Therefore, I believe it’s a

Who likes Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock in 2023? The answer is: practically everyone except the hapless short-sellers. So, if you’d like to catch a ride as Meta Platforms gets ready to release its quarterly earnings data, I invite you to pick up a few shares before it’s too late. The Meta Platforms stock bears and critics

Blue-chip stocks offer investors equity in established, financially sound firms with strong reputations. They’re generally market leaders and tend to be household names familiar to those outside the investing world. In short, they’re likely to provide returns to investors in almost every case.  Blue-chip stocks often include dividends and are known for reliable earnings. That

Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) may not have too many fans among growth investors, but a growing number of value investors are becoming bullish on QCOM stock. This maker of semiconductors used in mobile phones and internet of things devices is starting to be considered a possible way to play the rising integration of AI technology into a

While the Federal Reserve aggressively raised the benchmark interest rate to tame historically high inflation, much evidence indicates that the central bank hasn’t done enough, thus bolstering the case for safe stocks for investing during disinflation. Fundamentally, the Fed’s goal will be to facilitate a gentle deceleration of prices without sparking a recession. However, the