Global defense spending increased for the eighth consecutive year in 2022 and touched an all-time high of $2.24 trillion. Given the multiple points of geopolitical friction globally, it’s likely that defense spending will continue to increase at a healthy pace. I would therefore hold some of the best defense stocks in your portfolio for value
If you’re after a list of high-yield ETFs, you’ve come to the right place. Buying units in these units may provide diversification benefits and lead to high total returns over the long run. These high-yield ETFs have some of the best year-to-date performance this year. It’s expected that these funds will continue to perform strongly.
The electric vehicle (EV) industry is giving us mixed signals. The earnings and delivery numbers throw light on the fact that manufacturing an EV is not an easy job. Some of the top automakers are hitting the brakes on their electric-vehicle ambitions due to a drop in consumer demand. Consumers are not willing to spend
A lack of price competition has prevented hydrogen energy from garnering investment attention, unlike solar and wind projects have enjoyed. While the Biden Administration did pass the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022, which provides tax incentives and subsidies to clean energy projects, hydrogen stocks haven’t done so well in 2023. Case in point, the Global X Hydrogen
Blue-chip stocks offer investors a safe haven in a turbulent market. Blue-chip stocks tend to be those of companies that have stable finances, low levels of debt and strong brands. They also tend to pay their stockholders reliable dividends and have the free cash flow to buyback their own stock. This is typically the opposite
It’s the dream of every investor to uncover stocks with the potential to grow tenfold within a short span. While it may sound like a lofty goal, the article reveals that it’s not just a pipe dream. The article delves into the exciting journeys of three companies making waves in their respective industries. The first
When it comes to picking stocks, sometimes it is a good idea for investors to look for and find companies that may not be in the spotlight and have a ton of investor interest at the moment. Try to find companies that are performing well, offer a promising outlook for the future and are less
Weakness in lithium stocks is an opportunity. Granted, prices have slipped on the speculation of a surplus supply, but supply is tight. It’s why companies like Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) have supply deals with companies, like Lithium Americas (NYSE:LAC). Also, remember, according to Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) CEO Carlos Tavares, there’s not enough lithium to go around for the industry’s green plans. In addition, according to Morningstar,
Electric vehicle stocks continue to attract investor attention, considering the growth potential well beyond the decade. However, sentiments for EV stocks have been mixed for year-to-date. It seems to be a year that’s separating the winners from the losers. I am not implying stock performance, but EV companies are positioned to survive and grow amid
This article is an excerpt from the InvestorPlace Digest newsletter. To get news like this delivered straight to your inbox, click here. 2023 has been a surprisingly bad year for individual stocks. Sixty percent of all companies in the Russell 3000 index saw their share prices go down this year; an equal-weighted portfolio would have fallen
Volatile markets are prime for stock pickers. And if history is any judge, a period of maximum fear frequently creates a buying opportunity for long-term investors. But right now, that still means being selective. Top stock picks are looking to be money-makers. First, the consumer staples sector is one place to look for winners, recently
The current Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B) equity portfolio is worth $326.2 billion as of Oct. 27. The portfolio has 55 Warren Buffett stocks, including two S&P 500 ETFs. The top 10 holdings account for 87% of its total, with Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) its largest holding at 47.2%. Like every other stock over the past couple of
Long-term investors are on a constant quest to identify growth and forever stocks, combining stability and expansion potential. These stocks, built on resilience, innovation, and historical success, form portfolio cornerstones. They boast established track records of steady growth, often operating in essential industries. Their competitive edge, whether in brand strength, proprietary technology, or network effects,
In general, penny stock investing is all about quick gains. Investors in this high-risk world usually are in it for a quick buck. Those who win tend to win big. Less often, investors buy penny stocks with a buy-and-hold mentality. Buying and holding is precisely what we’re advocating for in this case. The companies and shares discussed
It’s been a challenging time for the real estate investment trust (REIT) market in 2023. Higher interest rates make it much more expensive to service debt. Investors are demanding higher yields on their stocks, which pushes down share prices. And lower share prices, in turn, make it harder for REITs to issue new equity to
Let’s be clear: the Nasdaq index has done very well in 2023. The emergence of generative AI has propelled the leading tech firms much higher this year, leading to strong returns. However, valuation concerns remain, and that has affected stocks of late. Since its peak in July, the Nasdaq has fallen by 9% as of writing. That
This is the holiday shopping season – a make-or-break time of year for many retailers, hoping seasonal shopping habits will mean a strong quarter to finish out 2023. Retail stocks will be under the microscope for the rest of the year. And there’s plenty of reason for enthusiasm. First, look at consumer sentiment. The U.S.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (NDEXDJX:DJI) has officially entered a correction, defined as a drop of at least 10%. The relatively sharp decline has largely been caused by the increase of the interest rate on U.S. treasuries by about a percentage point in the last few months. But, as I noted in a previous column,
Conventional financial wisdom states that high-risk investments yield the highest returns. That generally holds with a few caveats, including the low-volatility anomaly. Most of the time, the most significant gains go to those with a stomach for real risk. This has led to the rise of risky stocks to buy. There’s always a bull market
The Nasdaq Composite has been on a strong rally in 2023. Today, the famous tech-heavy index is down 10% from its recent high, but on a year-to-date basis, the index has gained more than 22% year-to-date, outperforming its peers, the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average. This downturn has led to the emergence