As the major U.S. stock market indices hover at record highs, don’t pat yourself on the back for your gains so far this year. It’s time to add some “defensive growth” to your portfolio. Portfolio hedges sometimes come in unlikely forms. Below, I pinpoint a stock that confers outsized growth potential, protection against a downturn, and even a hedge against…
On Jan. 10, the SEC finally approved the first-ever spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). For good reason, they have been called the most important new product Wall Street has created in nearly 30 years. That’s because these ETFs make the process of buying and selling Bitcoin so simple that practically anyone can do it. As a result, the new Bitcoin ETFs could change the…
Despite the ongoing shift to renewable energy sources, oil and gas is unlikely to see any fall in demand. In fact, many analysts believe that the long-term demand for oil and gas is expected to remain steady. In the near term, the oil and gas industry could benefit from the demand recovery in the Chinese market and the escalation of…
With the new year upon us, you’re standing at the crossroads of financial mediocrity and wealth mastery. The path you choose could redefine your life. If you want to ensure long-term growth and stability, honing your wealth management tactics is an excellent first step. Let’s embark on this journey of financial enlightenment, where every step forward is a step towards securing…
In the stock market, certain gems often lurk in the shadows, awaiting discovery by savvy investors. As the market enters 2024, three under-the-radar stocks to buy are poised to break free from obscurity and soar to new heights. These companies, spanning the energy, technology and precious metals sectors, are not merely sleeping giants but strategic players with untapped potential. Read…
Don’t buy into the fear around office real estate investment trusts (REITs). Truth is, this is our moment to buy strong REIT dividends. We’re going to do it with a well-diversified 11.4%-yielding closed-end fund (CEF) trading at a ridiculous bargain. Our opportunity lies in the fact that the fear around office landlords (Will the work-from-home crowd ever return? Will lease rates plummet?…
During the go-go Gordon Gekko era of the late 1980s, I worked as an analyst on a financial magazine in midtown Manhattan. The publisher once uttered a line to me that at the time seemed appalling: “Just remember, kid: Cash is more important than your mother.” Certainly, this statement grabbed my attention. I assumed it was just hyperbole from a…
Tune into the January installment of David and I talking all things stock market, investor sentiment, the likelihood of a prolonged rally or impending correction, and real estate on The David Lin Report. Key questions and topics David asked me include: Is the momentum for the S&P 500 still on the upswing or is a major correction imminent? What technical…
While the market bounced back last year, some stocks failed to keep pace with broader equities. That was the case with these two beaten-down stocks, both of which encountered company-specific issues. Near-term headwinds aside, these two have much to offer investors, especially those willing to stay the course and hold their shares for five years or more. Let’s find out…
The medical sector is expanding due to health awareness, an aging population, and technological advancements. Given the industry’s growth prospects, investors could consider buying these fundamentally sound medical stocks for solid returns in 2024. Before delving deeper into their fundamentals, let’s discuss what’s happening in the medical industry. This post originally appeared at StockNews.com.