In the world of mega-cap tech stocks, Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) still remains king for many investors. The company’s Q3 earnings last week certainly provided the kind of validation (or more questions than answers for some) and is a key source of near-term volatility. But over the long-term, it’s been very true that Apple has been a company that’s proven to be hard to bet against.In this inflationary economy, companies with pricing power should continue to outperform. Impressively, Apple seems to have always found ...

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) delivered a Q2 print that was strong overall and exceeded Wall Street targets on the top and bottom lines. Most analysts raised their targets on Microsoft stock after the Q2 earnings were made public.However, MSFT stock has been pulled lower since the beginning of July amid the broad pullback in technology securities. In the last month, Microsoft stock has declined 13%. This presents a golden opportunity to buy-the-dip in a best-in-class stock that has a track record of rewarding sha ...

The Federal Reserve is telegraphing a possible September rate cut that will supercharge the stock market. If inflation continues to fall, Fed Chair Jerome Powell noted that “a reduction in our policy rate could be on the table” when the committee next reconvenes in mid-September, leading to the formation of some good stocks for rate cuts. If the Fed does cut rates it will prompt the first decrease in lending rates in four years. Lowered borrowing costs will prompt increases in economic activity at all level ...

Want to generate steady cash flow from your stock portfolio while having the potential to outperform the stock market? Some dividend growth stocks fulfill both of those requirements.A rising dividend is a great indicator that a company is growing. Companies can only distribute dividends if they are profitable, and dividends only go up if net income rises at a faster rate than the dividend growth rate. Net income can only continue to grow in the long run if a corporation continues to generate higher revenue. ...

The rapid adoption of cloud technologies in the last decade has served as a boon for cloud computing stocks. The technology offers businesses and individuals a plethora of benefits — namely increased scalability, efficiency and lower IT costs. This has been amplified by the emergence of GenAI which spurred a new wave of growth, catapulting cloud computing companies to new heights. These benefits alone give cloud computing companies plenty of staying power but the industry is poised for substantial growth. D ...

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock was flying high and touched 52-week highs of $468 on July 5. However, a relatively sharp correction occurred with Microsoft stock declining by 11% within one month. With MSFT reporting Q4 of fiscal year 2024 numbers, there seems to be some skepticism related to growth driven by artificial intelligence (AI).Yet, some big AI investments by the firm will yield results in the coming years. While I expect further correction in MSFT stock, there is likely to be a good buying opportun ...

As the world continues to embrace travel with renewed vigor in the post-pandemic era, the industry is poised for significant growth throughout the remainder of 2024. With August already here, some investors may worry that the best opportunities have already been seized. However, many of the top travel stocks remain attractively priced, buoyed by the persistent “revenge travel” phenomenon that took off after the pandemic and shows no signs of slowing down.Despite challenges such as unstable exchange rates an ...

Companies operating in the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market are often known as flying car stocks. Whether these companies are looked at as futuristic Jetsons-like options, or the air taxis of the future of transportation, it really doesn’t matter. The underlying tech sported by the companies on this list is impressive. And it’s true that the future of transportation may be due for a major shakeup. The three flying car stocks on this list stand to disrupt urban mobility for good. As urban ...

As we enter the summer of 2024, cybersecurity stocks are regaining the spotlight. The recent uptick in cyberattacks has highlighted the crucial role of robust cybersecurity measures, propelling the industry to the forefront of essential investments. While other tech sectors like AI and semiconductors have captured much of the market’s attention, cybersecurity presents a unique value proposition, especially for investors looking to diversify into high-growth potential areas that offer both stability and nece ...

In many ways, the battles on Wall Street center on the difference between potentiality and predictability. It comes down to how you want to play the game. If you’re looking to put big numbers on the scoreboard, chances are, the defensive component of your game will be vulnerable. On the other hand, you could favor a strong defense over a robust offense, which brings us to blue-chip stocks.When you’re targeting the biggest and most established enterprises in the U.S. (and the rest of the world), you’re doing ...