Stocks to buy

While the stricter definition of consumer stocks might only consist of consumer discretionary stocks, in this article, I will utilize the larger definition that is inclusive of both consumer staple and discretionary sectors. Generally, consumer staples include companies that sell essential goods and services such as food, beverages, and everyday household items. On the other hand, consumer discretionary stocks

Understanding the fundamentals of companies is crucial when evaluating stocks to buy. These stocks remain undervalued and are industry leaders with strong growth potential, positioning them to significantly drive the market higher post-earnings season. To begin with, the first company excels in cybersecurity with an AI-driven, modular platform that offers significant cost savings and rapid

It’s been a rough month for manufacturing stocks. The reading on manufacturing activity is one of the most closely watched economic reports. In July, the S&P Global Flash U.S. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index came in at 49.5. The number was lower than estimated at 51.7, approximately equal to the 49 registered in July 2023. It also

I have long been skeptical about Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN) as a company and Rivian stock. The California-based automaker, with an assembly plant in Illinois, is going through an Electric Vehicle version of Death Valley. It needs to stay afloat long enough to build a new plant in Georgia, which it was forced to delay in March.

The mining sector is one of the most dynamic yet controversial industries to be investing in. When we talk about mining stocks, there are a plethora of different commodities to explore. There is silver, gold and iron ore, of course, but beyond that there are rare earth minerals that make our daily lives convenient. Tungsten,

Electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) gained altitude recently after obtaining a new certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It moves the eVTOL leader one step closer to its goal of commercializing its business next year. Although it is helping to create an entirely new industry from the ground

Wall Street rarely sees two trends like artificial intelligence (AI) and stock-split euphoria competing for attention. AI drove record highs for major indices in 2024, while stock splits, though cosmetic, also fueled market excitement for certain names. Stock splits come in forward or reverse types, with forward splits being more popular among investors. Forward splits

Long-term stocks are, by definition, stocks that investors plan to hold for a year or longer. Owning these stocks allows investors to ignore the daily ups and downs of the market. These are known as sleep-at-night stocks, and they never go out of style.   That strategy was put to the test in the last

Editor’s note: This article was previously published with the title, “ChatGPT’s Creator is Betting Big on This ‘Limitless Energy’ Breakthrough,” in June 2024. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. For a moment, imagine a world of limitless energy – where there’s so much energy produced that everyone, everywhere, can

Investors have many reasons for investing in plant-based food stocks. Whether they have a personal penchant for socially responsible investing or are just looking to make some cold hard cash in a burgeoning industry, there are many companies to consider.  But there are also a lot of ups and downs in the vegan-friendly and plant-based

While many have stated that former President Donald Trump’s vice presidential pick in JD Vance was him doubling down to appeal to Rust Belt voters, there might be a different angle as to why Trump selected Vance. That’s because, for around five years, Vance was a venture capitalist, meaning his role as vice president could also result in

Wall Street has rewarded certain growth stocks handsomely this year. I believe now may be an opportune time to buy some of these high-flyers, even after the recent tech selloff. Most of the stocks I’ll be discussing today are outside the tech sector. I think they have a great chance to continue their upward trajectory.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution published an article in July discussing the “skyrocketing” growth of Atlanta. That’s got me thinking about Atlanta stocks.  According to AJC, nearly 63,000 people moved into the 11 counties that make up Atlanta between April 2023 and April 2024. According to Axios reporting, Atlanta had the largest change in population between 2022 and 2023 among U.S. cities with at least 250,000 people. 

Wireless charging tech is set to have an outsized impact on many industries. With the technology gaining importance in the various fields of consumer electronics, automotive, and more, the best wireless charging stocks are expected to have great growth potential.  New innovations in wireless charging systems, including inductive and resonant charging, have made the process

It could be quite beneficial to invest in personalized nutrition stocks for this month in July. Some applications in the personalized nutrition market are now using artificial intelligence and machine learning, or ML, to provide consumers with more targeted and therefore better advice on their diet. New algorithms and AI are being designed and individual

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has been a tech leader in advancement and related financial success. However, recent developments in its AI capabilities may push Apple stock for even greater growth. The release of a 7 billion-parameter open-source language model is vital in Apple’s AI strategy. This move boosts Apple’s technological edge in the AI market and solidifies its ecosystem. 

As companies allocate more of their marketing budgets to digital platforms, digital advertising stocks show promise for future expansion. In 2024, the digital advertising market is valued at close to $670 billion. It accounts for approximately 69% of total media ad expenditure – an impressive 10.9% increase from the previous year. This upward trend is expected

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) represent one of the best ways to get exposure to investing in real estate without having to take on the risks and capital expenditures of purchasing your own property. When buying into a REIT, investors are essentially giving their money as a loan to a capital management firm, which then

Robotics stocks are a good investment as the industry is rapidly progressing.  Robotics stocks have great potential to increase their revenues in the future due to the increased usage of robots in different industries due to technological developments. As a result of the growing need for automation solutions, the firms operating in this area may

The Global X Solar ETF (NASDAQ:RAYS) has slumped by more than 40% year-over-year (YOY), illustrating that investors have abandoned solar stocks. However, as an incurable contrarian, I believe the RAYS ETF’s downturn signals a buying opportunity within the solar industry. What’s my premise for the abovementioned claim? Well, the solar industry is forecasted to grow