Japan has been mired in an economic slump for decades. Despite keeping its benchmark interest rate below 1% since 1995—and at or below 0% or below for more than a decade—GDP growth rates have struggled to consistently stay in positive territory. That’s why investing in Japanese stocks has been mostly an exercise in futility for the past 30 years. But…
While some stocks look overvalued, there are others that can be considered for exposure at current levels. The stocks with high returns potential discussed in the column are likely to deliver 5-bagger returns within a time horizon of 24 to 30 months. It’s important to note that these stocks represent companies that are fundamentally strong. Further, growth is likely to…
Climate change, environmental concerns, and social and corporate responsibility are issues at the forefront of many investors’ minds today. By putting their money into companies and ventures that actively promote a greener economy, investors can not only reap the financial benefits that follow, but also contribute towards a more sustainable future for all. This article will take a closer look into…
Are you on the hunt for the next big investment opportunity? For this month, I used ChatGPT with the Webpilot extension to find the best July penny stocks to buy. AI can be an excellent tool for sorting through the trash, and I think I found some potential winners here. These companies were recommended as July penny stocks for the…
Investing in semiconductor stocks can be a way for investors to gain exposure to the tech sector’s growth. These companies often experience strong demand, particularly during periods of technological innovation or economic upswing. However, they can also be cyclical, with performance often linked to the broader economic cycle. As such, an understanding of this industry can be vital for investors…
All eyes are on ‘The Magnificent Seven’ in this earnings seasons, with Tesla reporting on Wednesday, as these stocks will determine the market’s performance for the rest of this year and into 2024. This is the assessment of Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory, asset management and fintech organizations, as Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT),…
Best biotech stocks represents a concept that, no matter what, the market cycle fundamentally delivers relevance. Now, let me back up by stating that no individual company offers a guarantee of success to investors. You must conduct your own due diligence. However, as a narrative, the biotechnology industry stands at the forefront of humanitarian innovation. From the strictly financial view of investing…
Dividend investing refers to a strategy of buying stocks that pay dividends with the intent to generate a regular income stream. This strategy can be particularly appealing to retirees or other investors who are looking for consistent income. It’s worth noting that not all companies pay dividends, often choosing instead to reinvest earnings back into the business. However, a company’s…
“Don’t fight the Fed.” Famed fund manager Marty Zweig came up with that one in 1970 and repeated it religiously until he passed away in 2013. There is an excellent reason not to fight the tape: interest rates can change valuations dramatically. Let us take an example using the basic evaluation model that they teach at investment banker summer camp……
Here’s some great news as we head into the summer market doldrums: we’ve got a terrific setup to buy, with stocks rallying, economic data strong—and the S&P 500 (and many high-yielding closed end funds) still cheap. These bargains exist because of the media’s constant bleating about a recession. But that, of course, has been completely wrong—and I expect it will continue to be. The…