Investors looking for defensive companies paying big dividends are drawn to the Dividend Aristocrats and with good reason. The 67 companies that made the cut for the 2024 S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats list have increased dividends (not just remained the same) for 25 years straight.… Read More »5 Safe Dividend Aristocrat Favorites Can Survive A Fall Market Sell-Off
In the fast-paced world of stock investing, finding the right blend of stability and growth can be challenging. For investors seeking a “set it and forget it” strategy—one that requires minimal maintenance while steadily building wealth—selecting the right stocks is crucial. This approach prioritizes long-term… Read More »3 Stocks To Buy To Put Your Portfolio On “Set It And Forget It” Mode
Investors looking for the next stage of economic growth are largely focused on the tech sector. Companies involved in the production and design of innovative new technologies continue to command a premium in this market. For those thinking long-term, investing in companies with strong artificial… Read More »3 Tech Stocks To Buy Before The Summer Ends
On a recent episode of The AI Investor Podcast from 24/7 Wall St., the team discussed the significant rise of AI’s prominence in recent years, with a particular focus on how its current hype compares to past technological booms, like the dot-com bubble. In the… Read More »The AI Hype Is Real
Wall Street is expecting the Federal Reserve to begin shifting gears in September. With a date set, futures traders are beginning to price in the near-term possibility of the central bank cutting interest rates sooner rather than later. Currently, around 76.5% of traders are expecting… Read More »4 Stocks Ready To Soar If Rates Are Cut This September
Investors love dividend stocks, especially the ultra-high yield variety, because they offer a significant income stream and have massive total return potential. Total return includes interest, capital gains, dividends, and distributions realized over time. Passive income is characterized by its ability to generate revenue without… Read More »These 6 Ultra-High-Yield Stocks Are In Our Passive Income Hall Of Fame
The old investing adage that you can’t beat the market so just buy index funds misses the point. Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch, and a host of other money managers prove you can beat the stock market. They don’t approach investing in the same way, but… Read More »3 Growth Stocks The Smart Money Is Buying
The main event of earnings season is here. NVIDIA (Nasdaq: NVDA) just reported earnings. Here’s what you need to know. The Main Numbers Revenue: $30.04 Billion (versus Wall Street expectations of $28.73 billion) Earnings Per Share: $.68 (versus Wall Street expectations of $.64) Outlook for the next… Read More »NVIDIA Earnings Are Out: Here’s What You Need To Know
Trillion-dollar stocks were once unheard of. Then it became a rarity. Now it’s almost commonplace. Six stocks currently have at least a $1 trillion market capitalization and a handful of others are knocking on the door to be let into the elite club. While all… Read More »2 Trillion-Dollar Stocks That Actually Look Cheap
The New York City mayoral race of 2010 will be forever remembered because of candidate Jimmy McMillan’s campaign slogan “the rent is too damn high!” It’s a phrase that resonates even more today because rental costs are far higher today than they were 14 years… Read More »2 Ultra High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Can Pay Your Rent Every Month