When it comes to investing, utility stocks are often regarded as defensive stocks. This is because they provide investors with steady dividends and a measure of safety during economic downturns. Their stable and predictable earnings, coupled with the essential nature of their services, make them attractive for income-seeking investors, especially retirees. However, like all sectors, it’s essential for investors to… 

The 10-year Treasury yield’s latest journey to the stars is setting up a terrific opportunity for us to “lock in” historically high dividend yields—and upside, too. The time to make our move is now. Here’s why: the surging yield on the “long bond” has hit stocks—especially dividend stocks—hard. But this surge is completely unsustainable. Look, over the last few weeks, I’ve been saying… 

Investing today is undergoing a changing market environment. Interest rates are rising and the stock and bond markets are volatile. Wondering how to invest wisely in a rising interest rate environment? Discover how interest rates affect different types of investments, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and savings. Find out how to protect your investments from rising interest rates and… 

Although the innovation space generally focuses on growth, these tech stocks that pay dividends prove that the sector is more diverse than advertised. Essentially, investors can get the best of both worlds, leveraging the power of digitalization combined with passive income. At their core, tech firms aim to bring practical solutions to the field, dramatically enhancing convenience and/or productivity. However, many of… 

Investing in oil stocks can be a dynamic venture. Given the industry’s sensitivity to global events, from geopolitical tensions to environmental concerns, oil stocks can be more volatile compared to other sectors. However, they also offer opportunities for potentially significant returns, especially when the broader energy market is bullish. Potential investors should recognize the cyclical nature of the oil industry… 

Chris joins Dave Russell of GoldCore TV for a look into why pretty much everything is trending down over the last few weeks. Being prepared for a possible widespread downturn in both the economy and stock market is of increasing importance. Check this out. This post appeared first on Technical Traders Ltd.

The semiconductor industry stands at the heart of modern technological advancements, fueling a digital revolution that spans from smartphones to autonomous vehicles, and even smart home devices. As the architects of the digital age, semiconductors play a pivotal role in driving innovations and improving efficiencies in various sectors. These tiny chips have become integral components in almost every electronic device,… 

Short squeezes have been among the most popular and controversial topics on Wall Street in the past couple of years. In 2021, groups of online stock traders on Reddit made headlines by orchestrating targeted buying campaigns to trigger short squeezes in some of the market’s most heavily shorted stocks. A short squeeze is a large, short-term spike in a stock’s… 

Biotech stocks have had a rough post-pandemic. In a year where the S&P500 is up more than 10% year to date, the biotech sector is still negative to flat. But biotech stocks will bounce back. Some biotech stocks will remain very volatile, especially small biotechs relying on clinical trials. However, the broader sector is still poised for consistent growth. As our population ages… 

It’s a great time to be an income investor. We have yields averaging 11.1% staring us in the face. All we need to do is step past the broader fear, and we can dial in these dynamic dividends. Which oh by the way, pay us monthly. To do so we’ll look past traditional ETFs in favor of select closed-end funds (CEFs). These vehicles…