In November 2023, the U.S. economy added 199,000 jobs, exceeding Wall Street predictions. Notably, overall employment now stands 2 million jobs higher than projected in January 2020 by the Congressional Budget Office. Additionally, the unemployment rate, anticipated to be 4.2 percent by the end of 2023, is currently at a near half-century low of 3.7
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As the world’s largest asset manager with nearly $10 trillion in assets under management, BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) holds tremendous influence in financial markets. Yet the company itself remains somewhat mysterious to everyday investors. I’ve always found BlackRock intriguing due to its immense size and impact across the investing world. There’s no doubt BlackRock sits as the
The flying car industry has massive growth potential, not just for the next few years but for the next few decades. More specifically, the global market for flying cars is expected is expected to touch $1 trillion by 2040 and $9 trillion by 2050. Given this market potential, some of the best flying car stocks
In today’s digitally-driven era, communication has become an indispensable aspect of our daily lives. From high-speed broadband connections to instantaneous text messaging and mail, our reliance on these communication channels is ever-growing. With such a pivotal role, the undervalued communication stocks stand out as potential growth opportunities. Moreover, the communication sector is currently thriving, fueled
Wall Street loves a good comeback story. It’s why analysts often put elevated price targets on severely beaten-down stocks. All on the belief the stock may be ripe for a rebound after being unfairly sold off. Still, you can’t help but wonder what some analysts are thinking with the lofty price targets they assign to
Retail sales in the United Statesrecently exceeded forecasts, bolstered by strong manufacturing and robust consumer demand amid this ongoingeconomic recovery. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta projects the strongest GDP growth since late 2021, indicating economic resilience. This is paving the way for several growth stocks. While the Fed’s stance may remain unchanged in November, the
As EV stocks like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) see sales slip and margins tighten, many bemoan the industry’s current state. While adoption skyrocketed over the past few years, tightened economic conditions mean consumers can’t afford top-of-the-line EV offerings. But EVs are here to stay despite short-term headwinds. The industry-wide bearish sentiment lends itself to opening positions in
As 2024 approaches, seizing opportunities in select penny stocks becomes a strategy many may consider. Now, amidst the vast array of penny stocks, only a fraction stands out as potentially promising investments. Some present a mix of growth and relative value for those hoping for outsized performance in the coming year. So, given the broadly
Amidst the volatile drumbeat of the stock market, a seismic surge reverberates within the realms of semiconductor innovation and data center dominion. The article dives deep into the thrilling saga of the three companies, where financial prowess intertwines with strategic acumen, shaping the future trajectory of the information technology frontier. These stocks are taking charge
I believe right now is one of the best times in years to go bargain shopping for hypergrowth penny stocks. Many explosive yet fledgling small-cap companies saw their share prices soar to unrealistic heights amidst the meme stock craze of 2021, only to come crashing down over the past year. In many cases, that’s despite
Battery stocks present somewhat overlooked opportunities amid the world’s transition to clean energy sources. While some of these companies are marquee brands, others don’t receive the attention they deserve, as battery stocks are part of a complex ecosystem that makes trends like the electrification of vehicles possible. So in this article, we’ll detail three of
The tightening of monetary policies has helped curb inflation to some extent. At the same time, global GDP growth has decelerated, and that’s a key concern for policymakers. Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) is already projecting two interest rate cuts next year. I would not be surprised if the policymakers are more aggressive in pursuing expansionary policies
2023 has been a mixed year. While growth stocks enjoyed the upside momentum, several industries suffered due to high inflation and low consumer spending. However, it looks like better days are ahead, and if you are planning to invest in dividend stocks, consider the company fundamentals before making a move. If the company is stable, has a solid
As we head into the new year, the one of the biggest trends on many investors’ minds is renewable energy. The trillion-dollar renewable energy industry is worth a close inspection. Optimism prevails despite some recent downturns in renewable energy companies such as FirstSolar (NASDAQ:FSLR) and Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG). Already, wind and solar energy is dipping
The official November consumer price index (CPI) inflation numbers were just released, and they were pretty soft. That likely confirms that inflation is on track to fall to 2% within just a few months – and sets the stage for a monster rally in 2024. And if you aren’t already, it’s time to get prepared
Electric vehicle (EV) demand is expected to accelerate, which should fuel further upside for EV charging stocks. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), EVs could account for about 35% of new vehicles sold globally by 2030. That’s a sharp improvement from its initial forecast for EVs to make up less than a quarter. While
Investors know that the current expectations project rate cuts as early as March. The news is a major positive for the economy overall and suggests that we have avoided a recession. It affects stocks, including everything from value to growth to meme stocks. That’s where we’ll be focusing today in this article: meme stocks. Generally
Joby Aviation’s (NYSE:JOBY) flying taxis have achieved FAA certification for testing, and the company is now targeting commercial flights by 2025. As a top electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft maker, JOBY stock has seen its share of volatility this year. However, most of the stock’s momentum has been up and to the right,
We may be about to enter a wonderful era for U.S. stocks. That’s because the market has become much less fearful about inflation and high interest rates, while the economy still appears to be in very good shape. What’s more, the Street (finally!) appears to be ready to buy stocks other than The Magnificent Seven
As you may already suspect, there are not a lot of stocks up 1000% year-to-date, but several stocks trading on major exchanges are up 1000% from their lows set earlier in the calendar year. There are also a few fairly-liquid over-the-counter listed stocks that qualify for this category, whether by gaining tenfold since January, or