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Stronger-than-expected retail sales in December indicate an optimistic future for the U.S. economy and retail stocks. The rise in online purchases has contributed to the solid economic ground, prompting economists to revise growth estimates for 2024. The shift toward online shopping and resilience in the labor market are key factors driving the retail industry, while

According to the Kelley Blue Book, Americans bought a record 1.2 million EVs in 2023 which is 7.6% of the total vehicles sold in the US. That’s up from 5.9% in 2022. Despite a recent decline in EV demand and rising interest rates, it looks like the future is electric and the demand will pick up

The agricultural commodities sector was one of the hardest hit in recent years, thanks to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine, the two largest wheat exporters, and their conflict disrupted the global food supply chain. Unfortunately, this came just as increasing global food demand collided with constrained production capacity. With the U.N. predicting

Will 2024 be the year that cannabis stocks come back into their own? Though recreational and medical legalization is inching along, state by state, cannabis stocks haven’t come close to touching past highs. Cannabis’ lost investor enthusiasm comes primarily from two core concerns: legalization and differentiation. The first issue is self-evident but more nuanced than

If the will-it-or-won’t-it game that the Federal Reserve is playing tips the hat toward monetary policy doves, then investors really ought to consider high-yield dividend stocks for falling interest rates. To be sure, recent consumer data shows that prices rose 0.3% higher than expected. So, it’s not entirely clear that rate cuts are coming. Nevertheless,

Identifying the next big opportunity can be as elusive as stock market rewards. Identifying the hidden potential within the stock market often demands keen insight and strategic analysis. This article explores three stocks ready to skyrocket with unique catalysts that catapult their value to unprecedented heights. Read more to unpack the layers of their operational

It’s early, but investors continue to look for investing opportunities for 2024. Much will depend on the economy and interest rates. While rate cuts are still expected, the timing is uncertain. Anxiety over the path of rate cuts has led U.S. equities to begin the year on a volatile footing. Escalating violence in the Middle

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) remained a top pick throughout 2023 as a leading AI play. The company’s high-performance chips essentially power much of the AI revolution, with NVDA stock holding pole position in tiers of market share in key GPU markets. The company’s Q3 revenue surged by 206% to $18.12 billion, propelling its market cap to $1.2

In 2024, the stock and crypto markets presented significant opportunities for gains. Beyond established projects, new ventures and overlooked altcoins offered potential for exponential returns.  However, SEC approval of Bitcoin (BTC-USD) spot ETFs has marked a crucial point in the 2024 cryptocurrency landscape. Amid this recent market recovery, it paves the way for investment opportunities.

Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) estimates that there will be 152 rate cuts by central banks around the world this year. This is reason enough to be bullish on a potential bull market for precious metals. This column discusses three undervalued precious metal stocks that are poised to deliver healthy total returns within the next 12 months. Besides potential

Will the software industry still be the darling of 2024? Its comeback in 2023, thanks to the market embracing AI, pushed the sector to greater heights. These days, it seems pretty much all tech companies are looking for ways to monetize AI in various industries, but there may still be a long way to go.

Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST) is known for its discounts, but COST stock might not look cheap to some reluctant investors. Nevertheless, after viewing Costco’s recent results, even the skeptics will surely be tempted to stock up on a few shares. There are plenty of commentators who praised Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) for its robust holiday-season 2023 sales. Yet,

Steve Symington is a long-time contributor to The Motley Fool. Over the years, he’s written more than 8,000 articles for the publication. A piece of Symington’s from July 2023 provides a hint or two on how to find the next household names and undiscovered stock gems.  The headline says it all. 4 Lessons From My

The financial markets in 2024 will be pulsating with transformative opportunities driven by companies poised to redefine industries. This is leading to several 2024 investment trends making themselves known, and several stocks gaining traction. Three distinct stocks illuminate diverse sectors, suggesting robustness, technological innovation, and strategic positioning. The first one’s astute market navigation in the

The best way to grow your money is to put it in the right place. While investing in the stock market is a smart move, investing in dividend stocks is even better. If you are someone who enjoys passive income, you need to look for companies that have a strong dividend history, a stable balance

The great advances and improvements in the treatment of diseases and the effectiveness of these medicines are undoubtedly due to technological progress and how biotech companies take advantage of it for their growth and development. Without the work of these companies, we would still be using very old and ineffective medicines. This new year brings

After a busy day, you log into your computer and see that another dividend payment landed in your portfolio. It’s a nice feeling that dividend investors can’t get enough of. They frequently reinvest dividends and contribute to their portfolios each month. Some dividend investors have detailed spreadsheets that show how many dividends they received each

Hydrogen stocks are likely to continue to be in focus this year thanks to continued worries about global warming. Countries around the world remain committed to reaching net zero, which will require a combination of energy-saving measures, a push for renewable energy development, and the development and deployment of low-carbon solutions like hydrogen energy. It’s

There’s no arguing against the fact that 2023 was a fantastic year for tech stocks – and AI stocks in particular.  But here in early 2024, there seems to be a lot of debate surrounding the AI Boom’s sustainability. Was 2023 a one-year fluke or the start of a big multi-year boom in AI stocks?

The metaverse is here to stay, and no matter how difficult it is for companies to adapt it or make it usable, it is a tool that will contribute to our future and technology. Companies are developing incredible things and working tirelessly for the metaverse, here you have these three best metaverse stocks to take