The stock market is recovering with solid earnings reports and the decision of the Fed to maintain the interest rate at the same level. While it will have a short-term positive impact on the market, investors who are looking to buy and hold for the long term need to look beyond the current ups and downs. Amid this development, it…
Today, I share some new charts and visuals with David Lin. These charts and market cycles show the markets in a fresh new light of where many sectors, indexes, and commodities are within their four-stage cycle. In short, if you have owned and held gold/silver miners, marijuana stocks, or the ARKK ETFs from their highs years ago and are down…
Investing in emerging industries like space tourism often presents a tempting opportunity for those chasing growth. The potential upside can be significant, but the risks are equally high, so the road to success can be tumultuous and prone to disappointment. For investors keen on tapping into the potential of the space industry but wary of the pitfalls of backing a…
I like to periodically take a “time out” from covering the daily gyrations of the stock market to focus on fundamental issues of importance to all investors. It behooves you to sometimes take a step back from the headlines, so you can make clearer and more objective decisions. You must adopt common-sense methods today, to ensure your family’s safety and…
Despite facing a setback owing to several macroeconomic factors last year, the tech industry made a robust recovery propelled by powerful megatrends such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and 5G connectivity. In light of such megatrends, it could be an opportune time to load up the shares of these four fundamentally sound tech stocks that look…
It’s the dream of every investor to uncover stocks with the potential to grow tenfold within a short span. While it may sound like a lofty goal, the article reveals that it’s not just a pipe dream. The article delves into the exciting journeys of three companies making waves in their respective industries. These are the stocks that can 10X…
Oil prices are notoriously volatile. In the past three years, the primary U.S. oil price benchmark, West Texas Intermediate, has ranged from a low of around $35 a barrel to a peak of more than $120. That volatility greatly affects the cash flows of companies focused on producing oil, which can affect their ability to pay dividends. However, some energy…
In an era where positive stock-bond correlations are becoming more common, low-risk investors are now in search of alternative avenues to bolster their portfolios against unforeseen market dynamics. Enter the realm of alternative exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, that go beyond the traditional approach. These “smart” ETFs employ sophisticated, rules-based methodologies – often reminiscent of those strategies utilized by hedge funds. Additionally,…
Increasing worries over geopolitical instability have led to significant attention to defense stocks. The recent assault on Israel by the militant group Hamas has heightened tensions in the Middle East. Defense companies should benefit as countries increase their defense spending amid rising geopolitical tensions. Therefore, it could be prudent to buy these fundamentally strong defense stocks to give your portfolio some…
The selloff in stocks continues. The downturn that began in August and accelerated in September is ongoing as we near the end of October. Since Aug. 1, the benchmark S&P 500 index has declined 7%. The drop in equities has largely been broad-based with few names or sectors spared. That said, there are a few stocks bucking the current downtrend and rising. A handful…