Should you use technical analysis when investing in stocks? Many traders rely on technical factors when researching stocks, and countless software programs exist that can aid in researching based on technical analysis. But should you trust it? Here are a few reasons that technical analysis should be approached with caution. Past Versus Future Results You’ve […]
Why has the stock market been so resilient in 2023? Despite inflation woes, a bank crisis, international wars, and spreading layoffs, the markets have been stubbornly resilient so far this year. So what is the reason for the markets uptick while the world around it continues to burn? The Pain Trade The Pain Trade is […]
What are some hot AI stocks that are worth a look? Artificial Intelligence is a hot trend, and companies worldwide are jumping aboard. Services such as ChatGPT and other similar ones are creating an arms race in the tech industry. Robotics and automation are becoming more prevalent across multiple businesses. So, how can an investor […]
Dividend yielding stocks can offer stability in volatile markets. If you are an investor and are willing to take a little more risk, then dividend yielding stocks can offer reliable payments on top of the possibility of price appreciation of the underlying asset. Not All Dividend Stocks Are the Same Beware that not all dividend […]
Are there any stocks under $3 that pay a dividend? Let’s be honest, you aren’t going to find a lot of quality names in this price range. Most stocks trading this low aren’t paying a dividend, and the ones who do have most likely seen a recent sell-off in their share price. Their dividends might […]
Why did Silicon Valley Bank fail? There are several reasons why the bank fell so quickly, but it mainly boils down to interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and a bad business model without any oversight or regulation. Interest Rate Risk SVB was exposed to interest rate risk as the Fed has been busy raising interest […]
What stocks should you invest in during a recession? A recession can be a challenging time for an investor, and the market is often beaten down. There can be opportunities, however. If you know where to look and know what typically does well during recessionary times you can protect your investments and even make gains. […]
Investing is usually a very meticulous, staid, and research-intensive practice. People usually invest in real estate, the stock market, fine art, and so on. And since what you don’t know can cost you a lot, many people are scared of the concept. About half of Americans don’t own stock and never invest. But what if […]
Mortgage rates are pushing towards 7%. Homebuyer activity is already at a 28-year low, and the latest surge in rates is making things worse. Would be buyers are feeling the pinch of higher potential payments while home prices remain stubbornly high. Current Rates Rates climbed a half point in February bring the average rate on […]
Should you pick stocks at random? Doing so is the same as guessing, but is there any advantage? Do professionals who pick stocks for a living have any advantage over just picking randomly? Can a professional beat an index fund? Here is a look at the concept of random stock picking. Random Stock Picking Random […]