2024 promises to be a lucrative year in the stock market for many reasons. First of all, the Federal Reserve is on track to begin easing off in its efforts to cool an overheated economy. Interest rates are set to decrease with multiple projected cuts on the horizon. Beyond that though, the world continues to evolve
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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
Too often, investors look for the easy way out when picking stocks to buy. Whether it’s trusting a stock broker’s advice, acting on a friend’s tip or even following the ideas of an online writer, investors want to avoid putting in the work to choose stocks to buy. The debut of OpenAI‘s ChatGPT in November
As we ring in a new year, investors have plenty to consider when it comes to rebalancing their portfolios. In 2023, AI stocks were among the leading gainers. Accordingly, outsized interest is expected in this group throughout the new fiscal year. The prevailing theme that AI stocks will continue to provide exceptional performance and market-beating
Just like a fresh musical act that stormed up the charts, the curse of the sophomore effort clouds the hottest stocks to watch in 2024, if we’re being perfectly honest. After dodging the recession bullet last year, the Wall Street gods might not grant us good tidings over the next 365 days. Still, that doesn’t
After a rocky 2023, many solid small-cap companies are still struggling to get the market’s attention despite strong financial recoveries coming out of the pandemic. I believe 2024 could finally be the year these unloved penny stocks get some appreciation. With looser monetary policies on the horizon, faster growth may return for smaller businesses, making
Most meme stocks rallied in 2023. However, the meme stock outlook is grim, given the narrative that 2023 was merely a recovery year for high-beta stocks. Roundhill’s recent decision to shut down its MEME ETF communicates what I’m trying to get across. The ETF had experienced more than 200% in year-to-date gains when Roundhill decided
Because buying dividend stocks is such a successful investment strategy over the past 100 years I gravitate towards them in my portfolio. It means I also look for stocks that have a proven track record of raising their payouts over time. Data from J.P. Morgan Asset Management found that stocks that initiated a dividend and
Computer networking companies provide products for internet connectivity and networking to encompass wireless and Ethernet connections. A number of companies in the sector offer IT security products and systems related to the Internet of Things phenomenon. The proliferation of 5G wireless technology, which requires new network products, has been a positive catalyst for computer networking
As it turns out, investing in electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) wasn’t a great idea in 2023. Will next year be any better? Don’t count on a swift recovery in LCID stock, as recent news doesn’t bode well for Lucid Group. It’s not difficult to see why some investors have completely given up on Lucid stock. For one thing,
This year provides a promising path forward for the hottest 5G stocks to buy. As the global rollout of 5G networks accelerates, investors seek to capitalize on this transformative wave. However, this market will certainly have its hiccups along the way, and picking the right companies will be crucial. According to Grand View Research, the
The world is rapidly transitioning towards electrification, and the sales of battery-electric vehicles in the country hit over the 1 million mark in 2023 but the last few months saw a slowing demand. The year ended with low demand, lower production, and companies cutting down on their EV investments. This could be due to several macroeconomic factors
The U.S. economy in 2023 defied expectations with a strong performance, marked by low unemployment and robust job additions. While the outlook for 2024 suggests a soft landing with decreasing inflation, potential risks include geopolitical shocks, delayed interest rate cuts and shifts in consumer sentiment that could impact the economy’s trajectory. The overall economic surprises
Income investors should focus on stocks that pay solid yields, but also those that have sustainable payouts and strong business models. The safest dividend stocks can raise their dividends each year, even during recessions. The following three dividend stocks have low dividend payout ratios and recession-proof business models, meaning their dividends are well-covered even during
Automation and AI stocks are starting to play a significant role in smart money planning in the rapidly evolving world of technology. The teamwork of AI and automation is making a strong push, leading to surprising growth and new ideas. Automation and AI tools are permeating our daily lives. They’re increasing productivity through the creation
If you’re looking for new growth opportunities, it would be wise to consider emerging market stocks. They could be just the ticket to power your growth portfolio into 2024. Emerging market stocks are those that represent companies that are operating in developing economies. These economies have the potential for rapid economic growth and an expanding
Investing in well-known high-quality stocks is great if you’re looking for sustainable gains. However, we often fail to consider that most of the good stuff is already priced into widely dispensed assets. As such, I wanted to provide you with a list of stealth wealth stocks to consider going into 2024. What do I mean
The pandemic changed a lot of things about the way we live including how we work out. People were stuck inside due to pandemic lockdowns that shuttered gyms, instantly spiking demand for at home workout solutions. That said, as we can see from home fitness stocks, the in-home fitness phenomenon was not simply limited to
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
On today’s show, Preston and Stig cover the Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting for 2020 (part 2). IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – Will Berkshire Hathaway outperform S&P500? – What are the inflationary and deflationary risks for Berkshire Hathaway’s capital intensive businesses? – Why didn’t Buffett repurchase more Berkshire Hathaway stocks so far in the corona