Those of us who are approaching or entering retirement are likely thinking harder than ever about income. Social Security is great, but as of June, the average monthly retirement benefit was just $1,918 — about $23,000 for the year. One excellent source of retirement income is dividends. Dividend-paying companies are not wimpy compromises you might invest in instead of growth stocks. They actually…
Innovation always moves forward: that’s the driving narrative behind tech stocks to buy on discount. Now I’m not going to blow smoke. It really stinks to lose money on your favorite ideas, especially during these severe broader downcycles. But here’s the thing. You can mope around and feel bad about the situation. Or you can grab some compelling discounts that are now…
The stock market will shake you out or wait you out, and wow, has the market been shaking lately?! Craig and I discussed the following topics and questions: What is the best asset to be in right now? What has happened to the Russell 2000 since it broke out of its sideways channel? Is there anything concerning about the gold…
After a long slump, renewable energy stocks have begun to stage a comeback as inflation is starting to ease and interest rates are poised for a Federal Reserve cut in September. It’s important to look at the big picture when considering renewable energy stocks. Undeniably, the renewable energy sector has vast potential, and it’s expected to keep growing. Overall, solar and wind power generation…
Worried about a serious pullback in the S&P 500? That something is going to go a bit haywire here in America, or overseas, and send stocks swooning? If so, this 5-stock portfolio is for you. It yields up to 7.3% and it is built to withstand Armageddon. This post appeared at Dividend Stocks Research.
What a wild few days! Without any ado whatsoever, here is the chat David and I had earlier today. Key topics and questions David and I talked about include: Market reaction: all the markets and assets that are down. Buy the dip? Is this the move I would make? Trading psychology – how should people react during panic days in…
There’s a lot of weird information on the internet about a lot of stuff. But boy, does it love get-rich-quick schemes that promise you’ll make a bunch of money while doing almost nothing. The truth, of course, is a lot different. What you end up with is a system that doesn’t work, an extra job that wastes your precious time,…
The Federal Reserve did not make any changes to interest rates after its July Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Wednesday, holding the federal funds rate in the 5.25% – 5.50% range — where it has been since last July. It came as little surprise, as most economists and analysts targeted the September FOMC meeting, at the earliest, as…
As the Mag-7 sells off in a multi-wave decline to the downside, fear is spiking in the markets. Is this the time to get into positions or to sit on the sidelines? Highlights include: Mag-7 stock chart: is there a rhyme or reason for the recent momentum shifts? S&P500 and the Nasdaq: will they find support and start to grind…
In today’s digital age, the urgency to beef up cybersecurity has never been greater. With the global cybersecurity market set to hit $208.8 billion this year, companies are investing heavily to combat rising threats. As attacks become increasingly frequent and costly, businesses can’t afford to skimp on protection. Just recently, the importance of cybersecurity was brought into sharp focus when a…