Blue-chip stocks are typically companies that are leaders in their respective industries, have a strong reputation, have maintained stability throughout many years (especially during economic turmoil), and offer investors consistent growth potential. All the stocks I choose below are within the Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF, which tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average Index. The Dow has
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Many stocks under $20 have been beaten down in recent years, due to the struggles that their issuing companies have undergone, the Street’s overdone fears about interest rates and economic growth, or some combination of all of those factors. But with the economy staying strong and the Street becoming much less concerned about rates, many
Although the immediate print suggests that safe havens might not be necessary, investors will probably still want to keep tabs on top gold stocks. Fundamentally, while the unexpectedly strong jobs report for November tempered hopes that the Federal Reserve will implement interest rate cuts earlier, the economy still presents an ambiguous backdrop. For one thing,
With the jobs market again continuing to surprise the doom-and-gloom folks, now might not seem a great time to consider high-performing utility stocks; that is, utility companies and related businesses that print relatively robust operational figures, thus making for steady growth investments. However, read between the lines and you may come away with a different
If you’ve been paying attention to holiday-driven retail sales, the concept of buy now, pay later or BNPL stock opportunities will have likely tickled your fancy. Yes, people are still spending money on discretionary items, which offers encouragement. But it’s how they’re doing it that has piqued curiosity. According to The Wall Street Journal, the
Investing in top quantum computing stocks is increasingly capturing the market’s attention as this revolutionary technology advances. These companies, at the vanguard of research and development, are unlocking significant growth opportunities as quantum computing matures. According to Future Market Insights, the global quantum computing market is projected to be valued at an impressive $784 million
S&P Dow Jones Indices announced changes to the S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 on Dec. 1 as part of its quarterly rebalancing. Along with a flood of information, it also shed some new faces to invest in now. While some stocks are moving up to the S&P 500, others are moving down,
The electric vehicle (EV) industry saw price drops amid changes, but the recent demand dip is expected to be temporary. With critical mass achieved, a steep demand increase is imminent. This makes it a prime time to invest in solid-state battery stocks. The need for lithium in current and future batteries adds to the investment
The U.S. IPO market has been relatively sluggish this year with 149 IPOs. At the same time, disappointing stories outnumbered businesses that created value. However, amidst the depression are several ideas that are poised for multibagger returns in the next few years. This column discusses three attractive IPOs during 2023 that are likely to create
As the year draws its curtains, the financial landscape braces itself for a familiar seasonal phenomenon: the Santa Claus Rally. However, this year’s festive market surge unveils more than just seasonal cheer; it spotlights three formidable contenders poised to captivate investors’ attention and potentially outshine amid the market jubilation. Amidst the whirlwind of market fluctuations
November witnessed robust job growth in the US economy, as employers added 199,000 jobs. This surge surpassed the expected 180,000 net job gains, dropping the unemployment rate from 3.9% to 3.7%. A significant contributor to this job growth? The return of autoworkers and actors as the resolution of labor disputes in key sectors infused a
At a glance, the market might appear overvalued as the S&P 500 approaches 2023 highs. However, in the past year, the performance has been quite bifurcated, with the Magnificent 7 soaring while most of the other 493 stocks have lagged. Yet, even among the laggards, there are several blue-chip stocks to consider. While 2023 leadership
The financial technology (fintech) sector, a vital area for top fintech stocks, is currently being propelled forward by rapid technological advancements. Experiencing significant growth, the sector is expected to witness its global transaction value soar by a remarkable 94% to $9.2 trillion by 2027. This upsurge, marking a decade of continuous growth, highlights the astounding
The last four years on Wall Street gave investors whiplash. A decade-long bull market came to a screeching halt as the global pandemic brought on one of the worst market crashes in recent memory. It quickly reversed course, giving us yet another bull run, only to see it turn into a bear market again last
In the holiday classic, A Charlie Brown Christmas, Lucy laments to Charlie Brown that she never gets the present she wants for Christmas. That is, real estate. Would she have been happy owning shares of one or more reliable real estate investment trusts (REITs)? In 2022 and 2023, that answer would have been a
Some of the most explosive opportunities can be found in biotech stocks. Look at CRISPR Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CRSP), for example. Leading up to U.S. FDA rulings, the stock exploded from a low of about $37.50 to a high of $75. Granted, it did pull back on a sell-the-news reaction. However, if you caught the CRSP trade in time,
Among thousands of investment opportunities, identifying stocks with the potential to turn a modest investment into a substantial fortune becomes a compelling pursuit. In finance, three stock picks stand out prominently as strong contenders. These entities don’t just epitomize financial robustness; they exude strategic brilliance and market resilience, promising exponential growth. The article delves into
The quest for stability remains an unending and vital pursuit in the investment landscape. The essence of a “forever portfolio” lies in identifying enduring entities that weather market turbulence and remain resilient. This article explores the depths of three global juggernauts’ indispensable roles in shaping the investment panorama. The first stock stands tall on the
Russell 2000 stocks are some of the smallest companies by market capitalization in the market. Historically, small-cap and mid-cap stocks come with high beta values. This means that the price movement tends to be more volatile than the broader market. True to form, many of these stocks have lagged behind the broader market in 2023. But
Artificial intelligence is being applied across the healthcare sector to improve delivery overall. AI stocks have the potential to impact stock sectors across the market positively, and healthcare is no different in that regard. Healthcare firms are leveraging artificial intelligence to change the industry overall fundamentally. For example, AI is being applied to Fields such