Striking members of the Writers Guild of America picket with striking members of SAG-AFTRA, the actors guild, outside Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, Sept. 18, 2023. Mario Tama | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. AstraZeneca — Shares rose 1.4% after Jefferies upgraded the stock to buy from hold. The
If Congress fails to reach an agreement before 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 1, the government will experience a shutdown since the current spending laws are set to expire on Sept. 30. As the possibility looms closer, President Biden and his administration officials have started to warn about the potential ramifications of a government shutdown. Notably,
It’s been a tough month for S&P 500 stocks. September slumps are common, and this month is historically the worst for the index. But new factors are emerging that could keep this month’s losing streak going. Inflation looks stickier than expected. The Federal Reserve just said interest rates will stay higher for longer. Consumer confidence is falling.
Writing about travel stocks may seem odd at a time when inflation is on the rise in lockstep with rising oil prices. However, information from the United States Travel Association may make you reconsider. In July 2023, total travel spending came in slightly above (1.2%) 2022 levels for the third consecutive month and is
In this article GEHC DOW 2015-HK 9866-HK WSM AA CHEF SEE Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Rolled aluminum is fed into a machine on the auto treatment line at the Alcoa Inc. Davenport Works aluminum facility in Riverdale, Iowa. Daniel Acker | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday
The world increasingly relies on the internet to store data, make purchases and communicate with friends. While the digital world has provided many benefits, it has also resulted in cybercrime. Sophisticated hackers use advanced tools and strategies to infiltrate databases and steal valuable resources. Cyberattacks have become common. Sadly, a single incident can wipe out
The solar market in 2023 is facing a tough challenge from the relatively lower oil and natural gas prices that have made fossil fuels more attractive for power generation. The global demand for solar energy has slowed down, and many solar companies are struggling to maintain their profitability and growth. Some of them are even
The electric vehicle market is set to accelerate. In fact, according to iShares, global EV sales could soar to about 27 million by 2026 from 10.5 million just last year. While that’s great news for most electric vehicle stocks on the market, we must also consider that some may not survive their competitive threats. That
Technology stocks have made a strong comeback in 2023. For year-to-date, the Standards and Practices (S&P) 500 Information Technology index has surged by 33%. Within the broader technology sector, AI stock have witnessed a massive rally. This is sparking people to seek out AI stocks to buy now. However, even with multi-year industry tailwinds, it’s
The North American cannabis market has seen a surge of growth and optimism in 2023, thanks to the favorable political and legal environment. In the past, state-by-state legalization of either the recreational or medical marijuana was the catalyst for new opportunities in the cannabis sector. While this is making many people jump on cannabis stocks,
You’ve got your core portfolio holdings, but beyond that, you can have some fun with high-risk, high-potential reward assets like Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) stock. Not everyone should take a share position in Joby Aviation, so learn as much as you can about the company before considering an investment. In a nutshell, Joby Aviation builds electric vertical
In this article AVGO PEG SO CVX BMY Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Michael Wirth, CEO of Chevron. Adam Jeffery | CNBC Dividend-paying stocks can help enhance portfolio returns, but investors will need to perform their due diligence as they sift through the names. Investors should carefully assess these companies by paying attention to
The National Football League (NFL) is back and bigger than ever. The viewership ratings for the first two weeks of the 2023 season have been exceptionally strong. In fact, the first game that kicked off the season scored the biggest ratings yet for Amazon’s (NASDAQ:AMZN) Prime Video broadcasts of Thursday Night Football. The league just
Healthcare stocks generally offer a lot of upside. The cost of healthcare is incredibly expensive in the United States and the companies that deliver it tend to do very well overall. However, as with any sector, there are bound to be losers – and these healthcare stocks to avoid unfortunately make that list. These companies
Buy the rumor, sell the news is an old saw among investors. But is it accurate? As investors are seeing in 2023, good news can be bad news and vice versa. That’s true of tech stocks as it is to the broader economy. In fact, tech stocks can be more affected by positive or negative
Targeting sleeper stocks to buy might just be the strategy investors need in the current landscape. With numerous tech-centric stocks soaring to unprecedented heights, it’s thrilling to watch their trajectory. Yet, there’s an inescapable truth: they come with a hefty price tag. In contrast, sleeper stocks provide a more gratifying journey. While there’s a certain
Many stocks that are flying high right now are flashing warning signs that some investors ignore at their own peril. Other stocks on the downslope are likely to continue sliding lower as their operations, earnings, and sentiment toward their shares worsens. While timing the overall market is difficult, it’s much easier to see when it
The Big 3 is in a labor bind…and some investors are starting to bet against General Motors (NYSE:GM), Ford (NYSE:F) and Chrysler owner Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) as the United Auto Workers strike drags on. Ford, GM and Stellantis are among the top 10 most shorted auto stocks as of Sept. 18, according to research from S3
The so-called “Magnificent 7” stocks surged in 2023, contributing to a market rebound in an outsized manner. The stocks’ presumed overrepresentation has investors considering other investments in their place. While tech has been the clear winner thus far in 2023, there’s plenty of reason to assume that other sectors will be strong moving forward. That
While hopes for long-term returns may lure investors to growth stocks, some of these very stocks should be avoided. Especially if they’re waving red flags. In fact, I’ve listed seven top growth stocks to avoid because of damaging issues. Growth Stocks to Avoid: Airbnb (ABNB) Source: Diego Thomazini / Shutterstock Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) has a compelling market opportunity.
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