The Thrill Is Gone at Procter & Gamble: Trade These 2 Stocks Instead

On Thursday morning, consumer staples giant Procter & Gamble (PG) released the firm’s fiscal second quarter financial results. For the three month period ended December 31st, Procter & G...

Qualcomm: A Rare Technology Value Play

As 2022 came to an end, the slide in the semiconductor sector defined the notable market pullback while also discounting sizable adverse industry outcomes. However, it’s amid situations such as ...

Can You Picture a Stock Coming Back From the Dead?

Can we bring ‘”dead money” back to life? I think I’ve got a trade that could. I’m looking at GoPro (GRPO)  as dead money in the coming quarters, as I expect this equity t...

The Top 3 Dividend Aristocrats for 2023

Dividend Aristocrats are stocks that have grown their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years. Most of these companies have achieved such long dividend growth streaks thanks to their strong busine...

Bank of America: Why I’m Buying the Dip ‘Ahead of the Storm’

On Friday morning, Bank of America (BAC) , along with most of the other large US banks, kicked off another earnings season in a flurry of releases. The early response is negative as many of these bank...

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

Most income-oriented investors have been caught off-guard in the ongoing bear market. Not only has excessive inflation compressed the valuation of most stocks, but it has also reduced the real value o...

The Calm Before the CPI Storm, Fed, Semiconductors and More

US futures pointed to a positive start to the trading day ahead, but it is likely to be one of those calm before the storm trading days ahead of the December Consumer Price Index (CPI) tomorrow, a ras...

Tommy Paul Headlines Latest New Balance FuelCell 996v5 Tennis Shoe

American Tommy Paul headlining the new New Balance FuelCell 996v5 tennis shoe. New Balance Moving and cutting. That’s what American tennis player Tommy Paul says he loves about the totally updat...

Bearish Bets: 3 Big Board Stocks You Should Think About Shorting This Week

Each week we identify names that look bearish and may present interesting investing opportunities on the short side. Using technical analysis of the charts of those stocks, and, when appropriate, rece...

Here’s My Shiny New Top Stock Pick for 2023

As a position trader, holding on to an investment for an entire year is pretty difficult. However, if a stock’s technicals and fundamentals don’t deteriorate, there’s really no reaso...

The Secret Power of Great Traders

Traders engage in a lifelong quest for the secret to stock market success. They do a tremendous amount of work studying fundamentals and charts. They consider macroeconomics and a host of other issues...

My Strategy for Buying a Mining Giant

BHP Group Ltd. (BHP) is among the world’s top producers of “stuff” including iron ore, copper, nickel and metallurgical coal. Let’s check out the charts and indicators. In the ...

3 Recession-Proof Dividend Stocks for a Bear Market

The bear market that has roiled stock investors for the past 12 months has renewed focus on safety and quality. That means that investors have once again focused more on stocks that pay reliable divid...

These 5 ‘Lesser Known’ Cryptos Made Headlines In The 1st Week Of January

As the first week of 2023 is about to end, some crypto managed to shake off New Year jitters and put together stellar performances, at least in the weekly gains department. While maiden crypto Bitcoin...

3 Dividend Stocks With Attractively Low Payout Ratios

When it comes to investing in dividend stocks, there are many routes one can take. Investors can focus on a high current yield, dividend payment safety, longevity, or growth potential. It is the latte...

Microsoft and Amazon: Here’s Why This Is No Contest

On Wednesday, Microsoft (MSFT)  shares gave up more than $10, or 4.37%. Amazon (AMZN) had a better day than Microsoft, surrendering just 0.79% for the session after having confirmed that it would be t...

New Ukraine Howitzers Make Headlines, While The M-109 Gun Toils In Obscurity

An M109 self propelled 155mm gun fires in Ukraine Getty Images In Ukraine, America’s humble M-109 howitzer isn’t getting much attention. Overshadowed by more modern self-propelled guns, the M-109 is a...

Trading Apple Now Is Risky Business

Readers may or may not recall that I wrote to you concerning Apple (AAPL) back in late November. There was Covid policy -related unrest across many cities in China at the time, and Foxconn Technology ...

I’m Going to Propose a Trade Relationship With LOVE

I’ve fallen for a former pandemic star. The Lovesac Company (LOVE)  has seen its share price shed approximately three-quarters from its all-time highs. Like many other retailers, Lovesac overest...

Here’s How to Be a Better Trader in 2023

If trading the stock market was simple and easy, it wouldn’t be possible to build great wealth by pursuing it. Only a small number of individuals are willing to make the necessary effort over a ...

These Are Some of 2022’s Most Important Healthcare Headlines

2022 was certainly an unforgettable year, full of fresh innovation, inspiration, and ideas. For many, this year marked an ease of Covid-19 restrictions, leading to more social interaction and involvem...

3 Oil & Gas Royalty Trusts With Exceptionally High Yields

Oil and gas trusts are among the highest-yielding stocks in the stock market, making them attractive candidates for income investors. On the other hand, in contrast to the well-known oil majors, such ...

3 Coal Stocks With Attractive Dividend Payouts

Coal is the most burdensome form of energy for the environment. This has led most countries to make efforts to transition from coal to natural gas and renewable energy sources. As a result, some inves...

‘Double’ Trouble for Apple Could Actually Help the Overall Market

It’s time to wrap up what has been a tough year for the markets. What does 2023 hold in store? The answer may come down to one stock. Sifting through the damage of 2022, some of the hardest hit ...

Doug Kass: My Best Investment Idea for 2023

My best investment idea for next year is not a stock. No grand 2023 S&P 500 EPS estimates or lofty price targets from this observer! This idea is risk free and may provide an equity-like return ne...

GE Is Not a Lost Cause as Healthcare Spinoff Gets Set to Join S&P 500

News broke on Wednesday evening that GE Healthcare will enter the S&P 500 when it is spun off from General Electric (GE) and begins trading at the Nasdaq under the symbol GEHC. This happens next W...

My Unusual (For Me) 2023 Stock Pick Has Quietly Become a Dividend Champion

My top stock pick for 2023 is a bit out of the ordinary in terms of my past selections which, over the years, have tended to be very small and sometimes off-the-wall names. My pick this time around is...

CNY Ignores Western Headlines, Tencent Rises

China Last Night KraneShares Key News Similar to yesterday, North Asia was off, while South Asia managed small gains on light volumes following the US equity market sell-off yesterday. US tech weaknes...

Dow Jones Leader Caterpillar Headlines These 4 Stocks In Or Near Buy Zones

Among the best stocks to watch, Dow Jones leader Caterpillar (CAT), recent IBD Stock Of The Day Cardinal Health (CAH), IBD Leaderboard stock Tenaris (TS) and Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) are adding points a...

My 2023 Stock Pick Is a No-Frills Big Bank Hiding Right in Front of Us

What if I told you I found a stock that’s already discounted from recession jitters, has top-notch management, and a valuation you can wrap your arms around? And what if that same stock was actu...

Top crypto news headlines of 2022

On New Year’s Day, the market capitalization of crypto assets totaled $2.4 trillion. At press time, it has declined 64% to $845 billion. Plenty of events dragged everything down this year. Here are th...

Buying More of These Shares on Weakness

We’ve sat on the sidelines with Action Alerts PLUS holding ChargePoint (CHPT)  of late, understanding that higher-beta stocks can be harder hit than most when the overall stock market moves lowe...