Mid-cap stocks can deliver incredible gains for long-term investors. These stocks aren’t as popular as large-cap stocks, however some mid-cap stocks gain that type of popularity in the long run. Some of these stocks can comfortably exceed large-cap stocks eventually. These stocks often benefit from lower valuations since they receive less coverage. Other mid-cap stocks
I have been skeptical about QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) stock for a while. Still, I see why some investors buy QS stock despite a vague commercialization timeline, high cash burn, and the risk of further shareholder dilution. All it will take for shares to spike once is a bit of progress with the company’s efforts to bring solid
Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) stock looks better and better. Remember, the company is not just about Google’s search services; it’s a major player in quantum computing too. Their 72-qubit processor, Bristlecone, reduces data testing errors and works smoothly with critical software and field control electronics. Alphabet reaffirmed its dedication to this field by establishing Sandbox AQ, a
The housing market is in a tricky spot right now. Higher interest rates are causing problems and distortions in the market. With the average interest rate charged on a home mortgage in the U.S. now above 7%, existing home sales have all but collapsed. However, new home construction is booming right now, having risen more
Cathie Wood stocks have captivated investors for years now. Wood is a popular money manager because her investing style isn’t so different from many small retail investors. She likes to go deep with her family of exchange traded funds into exciting sectors like technology and biotech stocks. It’s no secret Cathie Wood stocks offer the
Savvy investors are always on the lookout for value stocks. The dream of finding solid companies going through a rough patch and trading much lower than their appropriate valuation. Especially without any major catalyst that makes them undesirable. Sometimes, companies trade lower than their fair value due to outside factors even though their financials are
The U.S. stock market could find itself on slippery ground going into 2024. The Federal Reserve is maintaining its tight monetary policy. Corporate earnings have struggled to keep pace after a tremendous 2022. And the economy appears to be losing steam more broadly as rising interest rates are causing havoc in the housing and vehicle
When you hear consumer stocks in an environment like this one, you automatically think of the negatives. After all, consumers are in a sticky situation as they grapple with persistently high inflation, wages that can’t keep up, and the threat of a prolonged recession. If they’re not already restricted with their finances, they’re battening down
When ChatGPT launched in November 2022, it was such a novel platform that many wondered if it could ever be replicated. But less than a year later, every major tech company is now launching their own AI chatbot. And that’s signaling what we consider to be a very investable craze. Right now, what we are
One sector generating major gains in 2023 went largely unnoticed – offshore oil stocks. Stocks in the sector exploded over the past few months, with some doubling in price (or more). One analyst notes a few key factors making offshore oil stocks an ideal play today. First, high utilization rates keep offshore oil companies busy
With bumpy markets, investors may want to consider safer stocks, especially those that can withstand any market conditions. That includes the following Magnificent 7 stocks, which investors may want to consider buying today. Magnificent 7 Stocks: Nvidia (NVDA) Source: Evolf / Shutterstock.com One of my favorite stocks to own is Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) — a top choice
To combat rising oil prices and meet climate goals, governments incentivize EV adoption. While pricey, EVs offer long-term savings. The electric vehicle future is clear, but adoption remains low. Governments offer incentives, creating high demand for EVs and charging networks. We’ve seen Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) success, and other EV companies are thriving. Most stocks in the
The electric vehicle (EV) market is booming in 2023, accounting for 19.1% of total car sales with global sales expected to reach 14.5 million units by the end of the year. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and the general rise of EVs have been fed by the growing electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the United States and elsewhere.
Growth stocks aren’t going anywhere. While markets might be trending lower, the major growth stocks that have outperformed in recent years continue to move fast. These growth stocks also take steps to ensure that they continue to grow and expand at a brisk clip. Many of the best-known growth stocks have major catalysts either in
I recently read an article from ReadWrite, an online publication about emerging technologies. The article discussed independent contractors’ past, present and future in the modern workforce. As a freelance writer, I couldn’t help but read it. After all, not a second passes without somebody posting a new piece about how artificial intelligence (AI) will affect
Uncertainty is something that we can evaluate in the financial markets in general. There are many tools and indicators that we can monitor to visualize and quantify uncertainty at a general level in the markets, but there is something that is completely individual and that is risk aversion. It is true that we cannot visualize
In the bustling realm of technology, cloud computing shines brilliantly. So, Astute investors are actively scouting cloud computing stocks to buy, fueled by some enticing forecasts. Fortune Business Insights predicts cloud computing’s revenue to escalate from $677.95 billion in 2023 to an astounding $2.43 trillion by 2030. And, reflecting a 20% compound annual growth rate,
Whether you’re skeptical of the metaverse’s long-term vision or not, it’s undeniably evolving at leaps and bounds. The groundwork has been set and continues to develop. From cryptocurrencies to virtual concert tickets to VR gaming, the metaverse is becoming an everyday part of our lives. This normalization has led to the emergence of metaverse stocks
The energy market in 2023 is facing a paradoxical situation. On one hand, oil and gas prices have largely rebounded from their historic lows in 2020 and 2021, thanks to geopolitics around the Russian-Ukrainian war and the supply constraints imposed by OPEC and its allies. On the other hand, not all oil and gas companies
The United States economy is resistant to any recession possible. That’s because the strength of this economy lies in its high level of diversification. With the five largest industries contributing to approximately two-thirds of the GDP spread out across different sectors, the impact of economic shocks is mitigated. That diversity forms the foundation of the