For me, it’s much easier to buy a stock than sell one. Not least because there’s a lot of FOMO involved in selling. When I sell an investment that’s performed well, I worry I’m missing out on bigger future gains. If I cut my losses on something that’s lost money, I’m left with an annoying doubt I should have waited…
Hundreds of companies pay dividends. Many currently offer higher yields, making them attractive for those seeking passive income. With so many options, it’s easy to miss some appealing opportunities. The following are two high-yielding dividend stocks many investors have overlooked. Here’s why investors won’t want to miss these excellent passive income producers. This post originally appeared at The Motley Fool.
I’m a growth investor at heart. Value investing can build great fortunes, and a hefty chunk of my portfolio is devoted to stable long-term wealth builders — diversification is important, after all. But it’s so much fun to look for tomorrow’s big winners today. What stocks can I buy today to collect huge returns over the next decade or two? Here’s…
Most of the time, Wall Street gets it right. That is to say, more often than not, investors and analysts alike price a stock appropriately based on the underlying company’s performance and prospects. Every now and then, though, a stock’s price fails to reflect that company’s full value. Wall Street underestimates the organization’s probable future. Identifying these instances can be…
The market has had a terrific year but has cooled its jets lately. The benchmark S&P 500 Index fell by a little less than 1% in October. One factor that could be preventing the market from extending its bull run is the U.S. presidential election. Regardless of who wins, billionaire investor Ken Griffin foresees new all-time highs for the market after the…
The U.S. remains the global epicenter of innovation, where groundbreaking ideas transform into world-changing companies. Through Wall Street’s democratic trading environment, everyday investors can participate in the growth stories of tomorrow’s industry leaders. Let’s examine 12 innovative companies that could deliver transformative returns over the next quarter century. While each faces significant risks and challenges, these companies are targeting massive…
Nvidia stock has been in stellar form on the market over the past couple of years thanks to the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI), as the robust demand for the company’s graphics cards that are deployed in data centers has led to outstanding growth in its revenue and earnings. Nvidia’s dominant position in the AI chip market explains why its shares…
How richly valued are stocks right now? Legendary investor Warren Buffett has built Berkshire Hathaway’s cash stockpile up to roughly $277 billion. When Buffett is sitting on that much cash because he can’t find appealing investments to buy, you know stocks are expensive. There are exceptions, though. In a market that’s broadly speaking priced for perfection, three Motley Fool contributors have identified what…
Wall Street analysts have recently raised their price targets on three exciting stocks with significant upside potential. This building technology company is a major player in reducing carbon emissions and improving building efficiency. The prospects of this lithium extractor will improve as electric vehicle (EV) production grows. Lastly, this roofing, insulation, and door specialist would benefit from an improving housing market. Still, are…
Nvidia (NVDA) stock has delivered stunning returns once again in 2024 following a blistering performance last year, but a closer look at the company’s price chart will tell us that it has lost momentum over the past three months. Nvidia stock has remained flat during this period because of doubts surrounding the company’s artificial intelligence (AI)-related prospects and its ability to continue delivering…