The banking industry, government regulators, and investors alike are still processing the March 10 collapse of SVB Financial, the parent company of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). It was the second-largest bank failure in U.S. history, with $175 billion in customer deposits on the line. But this crisis had one unique (and worrying) feature: Just 6% of those deposits fell within the…
The recent banking “crisis” pulled down share prices of many income stocks, not just banks. Broad-based stock selloffs provide excellent opportunities for investors who understand the difference between quality stocks available “on sale” and the companies that are actually at risk. When the share price drops, there is one stock of which I will always buy a few shares. It’s…
Investing in lithium stocks provides exposure to the growing market for lithium and the potential for substantial returns. The reason being, as the demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage solutions, continues to rise. The performance of lithium stocks is influenced by factors like global economic growth, technological advancements, and supply and demand dynamics in the electric vehicle and…
It doesn’t get any better than monthly dividends. Getting paid every 30 days aligns nicely with our monthly bill schedule. Today we’ll discuss three monthly dividend stocks yielding 5.4% to 14.6% per year. Yes, that’s right, 14.6% per year! Worth it? We’ll discuss that shortly. First, an ode to the monthly payment. Let’s get to it. This post appeared at…
Let’s start with a helpful analogy that will frame our discussion today. And that is to appreciate that the stock market is quite similar to a helium balloon. Meaning that its natural state is to float higher unless it is being held down by a stronger, negative force that pushes it lower. Now if we pull back to the big…
Just because the stock market is continuing to face choppy waters doesn’t mean you have to sit on the sidelines. In fact, trying to time the best periods to dip in or out of the market as a means of building your returns with time is a strategy that can set you up to fail. On the flip side, if…
This year has been nothing if not volatile. Worries of a looming recession – if we’re not already in one – continue to spark fear. Additionally, the Fed recently instituted its ninth consecutive rate increase. This 25 basis point (0.25%) interest rate hike adds pressure to a financial system already troubled by various banking concerns. Yet, despite all the trouble,…
Investors are increasingly interested in green energy stocks as they offer the potential for strong growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding market. The renewable energy industry is expected to continue growing as governments and businesses around the world commit to reducing their carbon footprint and transitioning to cleaner sources of energy. However, investing in green energy stocks can also be…
Despite macroeconomic challenges, the biotech industry performed relatively well due to inelastic demand for its products and services. Moreover, government initiatives, technological developments, and the biotech ingredients market, which assists businesses in making correct and up-to-date decisions, are all fueling the biotech industry’s expansion. Given the solid prospects of the industry, these four fundamentally sound biotech stocks could be excellent…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an exciting technology that has been gaining popularity in recent years. AI refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. This technology has the potential to revolutionize a wide range of industries. Investing in AI stocks can be a lucrative opportunity. But it’s important to keep in mind…