Stocks to buy

It’s been a year of windfall profits for oil and gas companies. Indeed, it isn’t surprising that energy stocks have performed well through 2022. Surging oil prices due to supply and demand dislocations have made these companies extremely profitable. That said, oil has started to correct from its highs on global growth concerns. I believe

The S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:SPY) has not performed well in 2022. It is down 22.4% so far this year, including dividends. But the market is made up of individual stocks, and not all stocks have done so poorly. In fact, a few have even managed to generate positive returns in this difficult environment. One such

There are approximately 50 long-term Warren Buffett stocks to choose from. These range from the highest market value of Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) at $2.5 trillion to the lowest — Liberty Latin America Class C (NASDAQ:LILAK) — with a value of around $1.5 billion. If you’re familiar with Warren Buffett’s investing style, you know that the Berkshire

“It’s not over yet,” he shook his head. “Bear Stearns isn’t the end of it.” It was 2007, and my late father – an accomplished stock trader – was watching the red candle charts across his computer screen. One of America’s largest banks had just lost billions from its subprime mortgage funds, and even Wall

The stock market is rolling over as the third quarter comes to a close. The S&P 500 is down 21% year-to-date (YTD) as of this writing. Quality dividend stocks become even more valuable during bear markets, as their consistent earnings and high dividend yields help offset declining markets. This is why income investors should consider

While investors as a rule should rely mostly on their due diligence before making decisions, certain experts may help improve the probabilities of success, thus bolstering the case for cheap Warren Buffett stocks. Known as the Oracle of Omaha, Buffett represents a living legend, providing a wealth of great ideas amid troubling times. Fundamentally, what

For most of 2022, the fintech sector has underperformed the markets. The reasons are relatively straightforward: Tightening quantitative policy led by a hawkish Federal Reserve looking to rein in inflation has quelled overall risk appetite. This has led to a faster than average exit of investor capital from riskier sectors, fintech included. However, there are

In October 2021, I made a big call on Longeveron (NASDAQ:LGVN) stock, a biotech firm working on a promising Alzheimer’s therapy. Within six weeks, shares had risen over 11x… a stunning 1,000% return! My secret? I noticed that the biotech’s CFO was quietly buying shares in the company. “With clinical results due within the next

What a year. EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) stock, my pick for InvestorPlace’s Best Stocks for 2022, is down 19%. And yet I still find myself in fourth place. It’s just been that kind of year. I’m good with that. EPR could still enjoy a nice run in the fourth quarter and take the crown. Stranger things

Oil stocks are doing great in the current market environment. With demand still strong and supply constrained, these companies have plenty of opportunity to make money hand over fist even if prices dip below $80 per barrel. Moreover, cheap oil stocks offer a great way to diversify your portfolio. I believe that even though they

Reddit’s WallStreetBets forum took GameStop stock to unfathomable heights last year, ushering in the meme stock era. Though the retail trading frenzy has dulled considerably, the best Reddit stocks remain as relevant as ever. The site boasts a massive investing community and traders, with multiple subreddits dedicated to trading. Investors look to Reddit as a reputable

Living through bear markets sure can be tough. Such environments can create a lot of emotional turmoil, heartache and painful losses. But on the positive side, bear markets also create some monstrous opportunities for investors. When a massive decline wreaks havoc on the overall market, cheap stocks abound for investors to buy. But it’s not

I’m on the hunt for stocks to buy that are primed for a turnaround in the final quarter of 2022 and into 2023.  But what constitutes a turnaround? The S&P 500 is down more than 23% year-to-date through Oct. 3. Is that the place to start? Or do we look for an even more significant

Water is not usually thought of as an exciting or innovative industry. It’s a basic good typically sold at a fairly low cost. And, yet, investing in the best water stocks on today’s list just may change your mind. With economic troubles mounting, it’s not a great time to be taking risks. Water stocks are

In December 2021, I chose Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) for InvestorPlace’s Best Stocks for 2022 contest. Since then, it’s been an unmitigated disaster. Shares are now 88% off the all-time high and Roku stock is down 75% in 2022. This is the complete opposite of “stock of the year.” I’ll be completely honest, I just didn’t see

At the time of writing, car dealer network Sonic Automotive (NYSE:SAH) mathematically represents a case of good news and bad news. Good news, on an absolute basis, the 8% magnitude return on a year-to-date (YTD) framework for SAH stock aligns with the long-term annual average performance of the benchmark S&P 500 index. The bad news?

With volatility back in full swing, undervalued REITs or real estate investment trusts are a great option. REITs are a type of investment that allows you to purchase a stake in a real estate company. Better, since they are undervalued right now, you can get a great deal on them. In addition, undervalued REITs tend

Due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine earlier this year, defense stocks naturally gained significant relevance. Moreover, the aggressor’s escalation of the military conflict — met with stout Ukrainian resistance and successful counteroffensives — implies that the crisis will continue on for some time. Cynically, this dynamic boosts military-related investments, but that’s arguably not the main

This recent market downturn has provided investors with some very intriguing options. Those looking for stocks to buy, particularly in the growth department, have their pick of the litter. Thus, as far as being a discount shopper in the market of stocks is concerned, now is a great time to start assessing companies. Sure, this market

There are bargains to be found in the current bear market for investors who have nerves of steel and can stomach the volatility. The broad-based decline in equities through the first three quarters of the year means that some of the best run and most dominant companies in the U.S. have undervalued stocks to buy.