Stocks to sell

The autonomous vehicle industry, characterized by its high-tech allure, is currently navigating through turbulent waters. Investors initially flocked to this sector, enchanted by the futuristic vision of self-driving cars and AI-driven efficiency gains. However, reality has started to set in, revealing significant challenges that include technological limitations, regulatory hurdles, and unexpected market dynamics. Autonomous driving

Although the Federal Reserve’s continued caution regarding interest rate cuts has stymied a further recovery for real estate investment trusts (REITs), when it comes to the top REITs to sell, that’s not the main issue at hand. Rather, these clear-cut sells in the sector face either REIT-specific or property class-specific headwinds. That is, there are

The telecom sector has long been a cornerstone of the global economy, providing essential connectivity and communication services that drive both personal and professional interactions. Telecom’s importance was underscored during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly as many workers across the professional services sector had to work from home. This created significant demand for telecommunications products as

Identifying potential risks in your portfolio is crucial for long-term success. As of July 2024, several stocks exhibit significant warning signs suggesting they might be stocks to sell now. Regular portfolio reviews are critical to ensuring that the investment strategy remains aligned with financial goals and market conditions. This includes reassessing the performance of individual

Industrial stocks can present mouthwatering returns. However, their cyclical nature makes them susceptible to interim drawdowns. Unfortunately for industrial stocks, the U.S. consumer environment is on a knife’s edge. For example, the unemployment rate ticked up to 4% in May. Additionally, consumer sentiment is topsy-turvy, and business inventory levels are unstable. Considering the above, I

In the face of Amazon’s (NASDAQ:AMZN) continuous taking of market share in the retail space, many American brick-and-mortar stores are struggling mightily. What’s more, a multitude of brick-and-mortar retailers are having a great deal of trouble competing with the two retail brick-and-mortar behemoths – Target (NYSE:TGT) and Walmart (NYSE:WMT). That’s why you may need to

As the artificial intelligence (AI) sector continues to captivate the market’s imagination, many AI stocks have seen their valuations skyrocket. However, certain AI companies have not demonstrated the operational strength or financial stability to justify their lofty market prices. With potential overvaluation coupled with operational inefficiencies, some AI stocks are poised for a correction. Investors,

When deciding which stocks to invest in, understanding which exchanges they are listed on can make a big difference in long-term performance and perception. For most U.S.-based investors, the two exchanges they hear about the most are the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq. The NYSE is known for its relative stability and

Blue-chip stocks continue to trail in this market. Through the first half of the year, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which is comprised of 30 blue-chip stocks, is up 4% compared to a 20% gain in the technology loaded Nasdaq Composite index. Technology stocks, particularly the mega-cap names, continue to outperform at the expense of

Social media continues to be extremely popular. Today, five billion people — more than half the world’s population — regularly access social media sites. The average person visits seven different social media sites each month. Use of social media is even greater among young people, with 93% of teenagers in the U.S. saying they regularly

Following the smart money can tip you off about good investment ideas and positions that you should trim from your portfolio. These investors have more time to research their investments and often have large teams doing their research. A lot of thought goes into each decision made by smart money. Emotions less easily sway this group; they have many years of

While there are always dangers associated with stock market investing, one way to lessen possible losses is to select stocks likely to underperform. Here, the focus is on the core flaws of three businesses called out for having unsettling operational and financial data. These businesses consistently face falling sales, rising overhead, and failing to reach

When things go well, dividend stocks can generate steady gains while providing cash flow for investors. Ideally, corporations raise their dividends every year and deliver long-term returns for investors. However, the presence of index funds and thousands of publicly traded corporations should invite investors to be more selective about their assets. Some dividend stocks will

It’s been a tumultuous first half of 2024 for cybersecurity stocks as early optimism was handed a reality check amid challenging first-quarter earnings for leading industry players like Cloudflare and Fortinet (NASDAQ:FTNT).  With worse-than-expected billings shortfalls pushing cybersecurity stocks lower, the complex state of the industry has been laid bare for investors.  There’s little doubt

Shares of AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) have been absolutely obliterated since they peaked in 2021. After all the stock offerings the company has put forward, shares of AMC stock currently trade around $5 per share. That’s good for a decline of more than 99% since the stock peaked during the 2021 meme stock craze. Right before

Over the last several years financial stocks have gone through a roller coaster, experiencing both periods where investors are looking to buy and to sell. We are currently in one of the upswings in the sector. Financial institutions, both large and small, have benefited from the current interest rate environment. The U.S. Federal Reserve’s conquest

With its share price essentially flat on the year, IBM (NYSE:IBM) remains a value trap that investors should avoid. IBM stock is up 2% since 2024, but trailing behind the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Today, IBM stock is trading 20% lower than where it was a decade ago. The company and its shares remain in

Some folks are aware of electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) problems, but insist on investing. Alternatively, maybe they’re just not aware of Tesla’s issues and challenges. Either way, Tesla stock earns a “D” grade and is an asset to avoid. Why do some people continue to invest in Tesla despite the automaker’s problems? Maybe because

The video gaming industry, while robust, is facing some serious challenges. The slowdown in consumer spending, market saturation, and uninspiring video game titles have dampened the industry’s position. Moreover, though it’s one of the fastest-growing segments in entertainment, video gaming isn’t immune to market saturation and fierce competition. Hence, it’s probably time to think about

Here’s what’s going on with Rent the Runway (NASDAQ:RENT). Some traders are desperately looking for the next red-hot meme stock or the next artificial intelligence stock. Targeting Rent the Runway stock is a terrible idea that will rob investors of their capital. Just to recap, Rent the Runway allows people to rent clothing online. Ihor