Stocks to buy

My mission, should I choose to accept it, is to find the three most undervalued materials stocks to buy in September. Dr. Ed Yardeni and his capable crew at Yardeni Research produce interesting charts weekly about the S&P 500. I’m always looking at sector performance, both monthly and year-to-date (YTD). In the latest edition, materials

In the world of electric vehicles stocks, obvious names deserve a place in the long-term portfolio. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) are likely to be sustainable value creators. At the same time, other cheap EV stocks that hold value deserve some attention. This column focuses on three of the cheapest EV stocks that can

Although geopolitical conflicts between major economic powers are generally something to be avoided, for semiconductor stocks trading amid the backdrop of the U.S.-China chip war, the bad news just might be good news. With more than just competitive bragging rights involved, the technology sector has never been more crucial. As a recent Fortune article pointed

September — widely regarded as the “worst month for the stock market” — is living up to its reputation. In fact, the S&P 500 is down 1% since August, in line with its average 1.1% monthly decline since 1928. Of course, many investors are spooked, unsure of how to invest in an economy on shaky

A Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is a must for any investor’s portfolio. They provide exposure to real estate without the upfront cost of actually purchasing real estate. Investors can enjoy dividend yields. REITs are required to give 90% of taxable income back to investors in the form of dividend payments. The companies below offer

It’s been a difficult time for biotechnology stocks. After a boom during the Covid-19 pandemic, the entire sector appears to have been abandoned by investors. The Standards and Practices (S&P) 500 Biotechnology Select Industry Index has declined 11% throughout the past 12 months and is down 18% throughout the last five years. Companies large and

The year 2021 was a boom for the online payments industry, as the world rushed to adopt digital commerce solutions. Since then, payment stocks have plunged in value as business momentum slowed. But investors shouldn’t throw out the baby with the bathwater. Online commerce will continue its inexorable growth, albeit perhaps at a slower rate,

Weight-loss drugs are taking the U.S. by storm. JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) is forecasting that the market for weight-loss medications could reach $100 billion in annual sales. The new class of drugs, known as “incretins,” has been shown in clinical trials to suppress appetite and reduce food intake. This, in turn, leads to dramatic weight loss

The search for the best travel stocks has recently gained momentum, and for good reason. Post-pandemic, travel and tourism sectors have rebounded impressively. After witnessing a major slump, where travel took a backseat for many customers, we now observe an impressive resurgence. However, the upswing isn’t incidental, as financial reports highlight robust financial health with

Nowadays, as technology continues to advance, so does the need for semiconductors. Fortunately, the daring companies within this sector are responsible for creating the most efficient, powerful, and capable semiconductors. Let’s look at the three best semiconductor stocks to buy this month, from companies that will grow your portfolio. Qualcomm (QCOM) Source: nikkimeel / Shutterstock.com

While overshadowed by other major tech stocks‘ performance, Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) is no slouch in year-to-date gains. CSCO stock has rallied by more than 18.5% since January. Cisco is also not a slouch in potential growth catalysts. Sure, look at forecasts, the enterprise hardware company will report middling earnings growth over the next few years.

Did cybersecurity companies win second-quarter earnings season? It certainly appears that way after nearly all of the leading cybersecurity companies beat Wall Street forecasts, sending their share prices up 10% or more as a result. While mega-cap tech stocks posted mixed Q2 results, and disappointing retailers complained about in-store theft, cybersecurity firms hit one homerun

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) had a turbulent 2022, plunging from a high of roughly $380 per share to the $88 level, and then more than tripling in early 2023. At around $300 per share at the time of writing, META stock has certainly become one of the come back stories investors like to see. Those who

Growth stocks tend to be riskier than blue-chip stocks, but investors can reap some of the highest returns with these assets. While growth stocks often get hit hard by market corrections, these are the types of stocks that can double or triple within a few years. Cathie Woods’ growth-centric funds demonstrate how quickly growth stocks

With inflation taking center stage once again, it’s becoming clear that consumers are prioritizing wants and needs. One of those “non-discretionary” expenses is healthcare, which makes it a good time to look for healthcare stocks to buy.   But this is more than a short-term story. According to the Population Reference Bureau, the number of

Med tech stocks are ripe for growth due to the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). AI is going to improve healthcare overall. The benefits are expected to be myriad and powerful. AI is helping physicians identify issues with greater accuracy, ease and speed. The technology can better identify issues for greater scrutiny in scans, as

Over the past decade, cloud computing has been a core component for many thriving enterprises. All ranges of businesses, from streaming platforms to financial services, have embraced the technology. Today, the best cloud computing stocks are still helping enterprises migrate data and applications to the cloud. Cloud computing technology provides on-demand services such as networking,

Recently, Goldman Sachs has become increasingly confident that the United States economy will stick to the soft landing projection among analysts’ and economists’ forecasts. In a research report, Goldman Sachs revised its estimated probability of a U.S. recession occurring in the next 12 months. They moved it down to only 15%. This percentage decrease also

EV stocks tend to rise and fall with Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). The pioneering force in the EV industry has been trending upward since mid-August, which bodes well for the industry’s smaller players. The industry itself is a polarizing one, to be sure. Its emergence touches upon many politically divisive issues. That said, love it or hate it, the EV

Following July’s market peak, stocks face significant pressure with 10-year Treasury yields at levels unseen since the financial crisis. Consequently, investors have a higher-yield, lower-risk alternative than dividends. Nevertheless, dividend stocks prove more rewarding over time, especially dividend growth stocks that bring increased dividends and capital growth.  Select stocks boost dividends yearly as profits rise.