Earning season is upon us. How is that affecting the markets? A brief synopsis of topics and charts I cover include: Small caps are down, while large caps are up. Sentiment of the market. When the market doesn’t know what to do, expect volatility to increase as FOMO takes hold. And much more… This post appeared first on Technical Traders…
Investors tend to flock to dividend stocks when uncertain about the market’s outlook. Commonly referred to as “defensive stocks,” these investments appeal to investors seeking consistent payouts over time. With recent market volatility fueling worries of continued declines, some investors are unsurprisingly reexamining dividend-oriented investments. Long-term holding of dividend stocks allows earnings to accrue even without active management. Identifying high-quality dividend opportunities requires some…
What do you do if your company has 50% of its production capacity in China, and competition in China along with rising trade tensions between the U.S. and China is really starting to hurt? If you’re Elon Musk, you hop on a plane for a meeting with the #2 man of China’s communist party and see if you can work…
The global pharmaceutical industry will generate more than $1.16 trillion in sales in 2024, according to Statista. The oncology segment alone is expected to generate $214 billion in sales this year. The pharma industry is expected to grow 6.2% annually, reaching $1.47 trillion by 2028. Not only are pharmaceutical stocks excellent defensive investments in an uncertain economy, some pharma stocks…
The global tech industry thrives thanks to widespread automation, substantial investments in digitization initiatives, and the integration of advanced technologies like Generative AI. With devices becoming more intelligent and automated, and consumer preferences evolving, the tech industry is experiencing rapid growth. Given the industry’s solid growth prospects, investors could consider buying these fundamentally strong tech stocks for the long-term. This…
The stock market has been showing some softness of late. And while that may be discouraging to investors, a pullback can make for a great buying opportunity, especially when you’re holding on for the long haul. There is no shortage of deals out there for investors to consider. These stocks all deserve to be trading at far higher prices, and…
Dividend stocks offer investors a great way to generate passive income on top of potential share price appreciation. Analysts continually seek out dividend-paying companies that offer attractive yields and demonstrate resilience and growth potential. For investors prioritizing a steady income stream, dividend stocks can be a cornerstone of a balanced portfolio. However, it is important to note that the selection process…
“Our pocket of investors and traders are not fearful of the market right now. We are excited for a market reset and ready for the next master trend signal to get back into some positions.” — Chris Vermeulen Key questions and topics David asked me include: Momentum has scooped the market. Where is it going from here? Is this the…
To many investors, investing in private equity—or privately held companies—is the sole domain of venture capital firms and private equity funds. To play in that game, you typically have to be an “accredited” investor (i.e., have a high income or a net worth exceeding $1 million). But there’s a way for the rest of us to join this club, too,…
So, how do you pick a stock to trade? The first rule of thumb is to ignore the market darling, the crowded trade, the stock that is front and center on every finance website. Because by the time you are reading about it, the trade is over, topped out, done. Let it go, man. These are special situations that can…