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[embedded content] All over the world, we’re hitting new hottest-on-record temperatures. And it’s really straining the energy grid. And we need to reinvent the wheel on how we produce, store, and distribute energy. More people than ever are using more energy than ever, so we are in dire need of solutions. I believe they don’t

There’s good news for Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) investors as the energy company just revealed its second-quarter 2022 financial results. Long-side traders have a number of positive data points to bolster their bullish argument for XOM stock. Additionally, the proposed Inflation Reduction Act could potentially provide a big win for Exxon Mobil. In a time when flows

Real estate investment trusts, or REITs, are companies that own income-producing property. They are attractive investments because they must distribute a minimum of 90% of their taxable profits as dividends to investors. Investing in REITs will make your portfolio more diverse. Each REIT has a different investment focus, ranging from office buildings and shopping malls

With energy prices down from their multi-year highs, bullishness for stocks in the space has cooled recently. Shares that spiked in tandem with soaring crude oil and natural gas prices have pulled back. That said, there is a silver lining. Right now, there are plenty of oversold energy stocks out there. Why? Growing concern about

Although 2022 hasn’t gotten off to the start bullish investors were hoping for, the red ink does open the door for the best stocks under $20 to buy now. As many prominent financial advisors have mentioned, the silver lining in any bearish cycle is the chance to acquire high-potential companies at a discount, something that

When markets panic-sell, individual investors typically abandon undervalued high-growth stocks, too. They lump inexpensive companies along with the overpriced ones. This is a common mistake. Markets will eventually reward patient investors who differentiate undervalued stocks that also offer high future growth. There undervalued high-growth stocks represent various sectors. In the technology sector, Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT)

Source: rhendrikdwenz via Shutterstock [Editor’s note: “5 Reasons ‘Cathie Wood Stocks’ Could Double Over the Next 12 Months” was previously published in January 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] Many of you are familiar with Cathie Wood, the famed stock-picker and founder of ARK Invest. She focuses on

The marijuana industry got hammered on the stock market last year due to regulatory hiccups. However, recent developments point to a more encouraging future. Nevertheless, the current macro-environment has played spoilsport leading to a massive sell-off in marijuana stocks. Hence, it has created an interesting buying opportunity for investors to pick up marijuana stocks to

[Editor’s note: “It’s Time to Prepare for the Next Big Apple Product Launch” was previously published in June 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] When Apple (AAPL) unveiled the first iPhone back in 2007, the late, great Steve Jobs implied that the iPod-lookalike with Blackberry-level functionality was a

Guns are one of the most controversial topics of the day — so much so that many investors may understandably avoid even the best gun stocks. At the same time, we’re still seeing a surge in gun sales. With so much uncertainty in the world, Americans are arming themselves for their own safety, and over

The current market downturn is a tense and risky time for investors. However, it also presents an opportunity to purchase undervalued blue-chip stocks to buy that are being pulled down with the wider economy in this bear trend. These well-run established companies will continue producing robust earnings even though their share prices may go down

The U.S. equities market remains in a dip no matter how you define it. Year-to-date, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is off by 12%. The S&P 500 is off by 16%. The Nasdaq has led the group, down 24% this year. The reason for this is that the Nasdaq is heavily tech-dominated, and tech has

The secular trends that favor solar energy are the same which existed for the last several years. Broadly speaking, concern for climate change continues to grow and demand for cleaner energy sources is increasing. A report from Deloitte highlights the fact that solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have declined 85% in cost over the past decade.

Oversold electric vehicle (EV) stocks is our topic for today. The market selloff in tech stocks has provided investors with a golden opportunity to buy high-growth oversold EV stocks at their most attractive valuations in years. For instance, the Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF (NASDAQ:DRIV) is down around 25% year-to-date (YTD) compared with

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has not been able to sidestep the pain in the broader market, although it’s held up better than the other indices. The S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow have suffered peak-to-trough declines of 24.5%, 34.8% and 19.75%, respectively. That has us looking for Dow stocks trading at a huge discount. The

The bear market carries on, with little end in sight. Additionally, high inflation continues to be an unresolved issue. The Federal Reserve’s rate hikes to temper this inflation may be far from completion. In turn, a recession keeps on becoming increasingly likely. Yet, amidst this doom and gloom, there may be an opportunity with certain

The current bear market has cleared out a lot of the frothiness that had accumulated over the past few years. Several of the biggest names in the stock market are now trading at multi-year lows as investors rotate out of risky investments. Many of these stocks are trading for chump change, which is why it’s

Electric vehicle stocks have been on the rise in recent years. However, there is a lot of uncertainty surrounding these stocks because of the overall market volatility. Electric cars are becoming more popular because of the benefits that they offer. They have a smaller carbon footprint than gas-powered cars and use less energy. However, they

Undoubtedly, one of the most remarkable phenomena that impacted the equities market following the coronavirus pandemic was the rise of the meme trader. Leveraging the psychology of the masses, everyday folks — often inspired by the people-versus-the-elites narrative — coordinated their efforts via social media, creating dramatic upside. Now, investors who missed the boat have

Even with a bright outlook for the long-term, electric vehicle stocks have struggled in the last few quarters. The Vanguard Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF (NASDAQ:DRIV) has declined by 23% in the last 12-months. A large part of the correction has come in the last two quarters. However, considering the positive industry tailwinds,

It is counterintuitive to buy stocks when the market is in turmoil and prices are sliding to new lows every few days. But this is exactly the time for investors to be wading into the market and looking for deals. The goal is always to buy low and sell high. Right now, prices for many

Mention retirement stocks and your mind probably goes to more conservative, relatively defensive equities. The tried and true method of seeking investments that withstand market cyclicality while steadily growing is a wise one. In other words, it isn’t one from which to deviate.  And given the bear market we’re currently in, there are opportunities to

Source: Blue Planet Studio / Shutterstock [Editor’s note: “8 Reasons This Is the Start of a New Tech Bull Market” was previously published in June 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] Folks, welcome to the new bull market in tech stocks. I know that may sound crazy to

Fears of a recession are looming and with high inflation, high gas prices and a bear market in multiple asset classes, why wouldn’t those concerns exist? Recession worries have taken a toll on most stocks, but especially on consumer-based stocks. There’s no hiding either; even the best consumer stocks have taken a hit. While bear

Prices for Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock, combined with the notion that it is among secular tech winners, mean it’s a steal at the moment. Simply consider that it’s down 22% in 2022, but that it has massive upside of 35% based on target prices — and its attraction is obvious. But without any signal that the

Black Rifle Coffee Company (NYSE:BRCC), a niche coffee company that appeals to right-wing consumers, is making waves after naming former Office Depot (NASDAQ:ODP) and Wendy’s (NASDAQ:WEN) CEO Roland Smith as Executive Chairman. BRCC stock jumped in response to the news. Smith will be working to open new brick-and-mortar locations and boost direct sales for businesses.

The WallStreetBets forum on Reddit became the talk of the town when it helped take GameStop stock to the moon in January 2021. It ushered in the era of meme stocks, i.e., stocks that offer little long-term value but have gathered plenty of momentum on social media. Multiple beaten-down companies became among the best Reddit

Many financial advisors, when asked how young people should invest, would say that such investors should be risk-seeking. The idea is that they have the benefit of time and that any losses will be overshadowed by big winners. Ideally, such investors will be farther ahead than their more risk-averse peers once they both become a

The technology beatdown in 2022 is showing no mercy to Intel (NASDAQ:INTC). Neither its dividend, which yields close to 4% nor its single-digit price-earnings multiple spared INTC stock from falling to multi-year lows, even as it continues to have a reliable and growing business. On the supply side, Intel may cut back and delay its

[embedded content] Texas has been having problems with its power grid lately. It’s been telling residents to postpone running large appliances and to increase their home temperature to avoid rolling blackouts. And this just highlights the need to fast-track the construction of different energy storage solutions (ESS) for today’s society. There are simply too many