Thu, December 5, 2024

by: Thomas Matters

Is Now the Time to Buy 3 of the S&P 500's Worst-Performing Stocks of 2024?

The S&P 500 has hit record levels this year and many stocks have generated fantastic returns for investors. But there's been no shortage of struggling investments, either. Many companies that have been finding it difficult to grow and that may not have any near-term catalysts on the horizon have seen their shares fall sharply this year.

by: Thomas Matters

Fed Leans Toward A December Interest Rate Cut

The Federal Open Market Committee is most likely to cut interest rates again to 4.25% to 4.5% on December 18 according to fixed income markets.

by: Thomas Matters

Why 29Metals, Guzman Y Gomez, Mesoblast, and Pilbara Minerals shares are falling today

by: Thomas Matters

I would listen to Warren Buffett's advice and buy undervalued ASX shares today

It's never a bad idea to follow in the footsteps of the Oracle of Omaha. The post I would listen to Warren Buffett's advice and buy undervalued ASX shares today appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.

by: Thomas Matters

3 Top Buffett Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Haul

Buffett just bought more shares of Heico, a low-cost supplier of aircraft parts with a long record of outperformance. Berkshire also increased its stake in satellite radio provider Sirius XM. It now owns nearly one-third of the company.

by: Thomas Matters

Salesforce price target raised to $425 from $415 at Barclays

Barclays raised the firm's price target on Salesforce (CRM) to $425 from $415 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares post the Q3 report. The

by: Thomas Matters

Stellantis Is Headed for Disaster

Stellantis ( STLA 1.76%) seemed to be on the path to recovery after the worst of the pandemic, but now that the market has gotten back to a more normalized supply-and-demand environment, the company's sales have dropped. In this video, Travis Hoium shows why strategic difficulties are at the core of Stellantis' problems.

by: Thomas Matters

Got $5,000? These 3 Growth Stocks Are Bargain Buys Right Now.

Three stocks that I think could be good growth stocks if you have $5,000 to invest today are Pfizer ( PFE -1.29%), ExxonMobil ( XOM -2.88%), and Carnival Corp. ( CCL 2.57%). Here's why these can be ideal options for growth investors, particularly if you're looking for good value buys, as well.

by: Thomas Matters

The CRA is Watching TFSA Holders: Here Are Some Red Flags to Avoid

There are some bad red flags that many investors may be overlooking, but fear not! Here's how to side step them, and invest.

by: Thomas Matters

The UK tech stocks worth owning

by: Thomas Matters

Google's new gen AI video model Veo available on Vertex AI private preview

by: Thomas Matters

3 ASX 300 shares with ex-dividend dates before the end of 2024

Do you want the latest payment from these shares that are set to trade ex-dividend? The post 3 ASX 300 shares with ex-dividend dates before the end of 2024 appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.

by: Thomas Matters

2 high-yield ASX dividend shares for Australian retirees

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys and expect big things from them. The post 2 high-yield ASX dividend shares for Australian retirees appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.

by: Thomas Matters

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what you need to know. The post 5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.

by: Thomas Matters

Dow Jones Futures: Bitcoin Hits $100,000; Nvidia Ready To Run?

The major indexes hit highs Wednesday and bitcoin topped $100,000 late following Fed chief Powell comments. Is Nvidia ready to run?

by: Thomas Matters

Here's Why Dave Inc. (DAVE) is a Great Momentum Stock to Buy

by: Thomas Matters

Tony Robbins: These 3 Investments Can Make You Rich

Investing is a key component of building wealth, but some investments will pay off much more than others. For You: How To Get a 10% Return on Investment (ROI): 10 Proven Ways Learn More:

by: Thomas Matters

CMC Invest launches a flexible Isa - here's how it compares to rivals as it becomes the latest platform to offer tax-free account

by: Thomas Matters

News Highlights: Top Company News of the Day - Thursday at 1 AM ET

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Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

The ASX was back to fine form this Thursday... The post Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.

by: The Motley Fool

Why Intuitive Machines Stock Just Crashed 14%

According to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, Intuitive burned through more than $75 million in free cash flow last year, and cash burn has increased this year. Although Intuitive has won several lucrative contracts from NASA, Wall Street analysts don't expect it to turn free-cash-flow-positive and begin earning profits until 2026.

by: The Motley Fool

Why C3.ai Stock Soared 51% in November

C3.ai stock rose 7% on Nov. 5 and jumped another 5% on Nov. 6 in response to the U.S. election results.

by: The Daily Telegraph

In 1964, we recommended five shares - we'd buy these again today

Questor celebrates its 60th anniversary this week, offering a good opportunity to draw parallels between 1964 and today...

by: Seeking Alpha

The Cost Of Euphoria: Why Palantir's Rally Could Be A Mirage

Palantir's impressive quarterly results and growth rates are overshadowed by the unrealistic expectations for future FCF growth. Read why PLTR stock is a Sell.

by: Motley Fool Australia

1 Australian energy stock to buy confidently and 1 to avoid for now

These two Australian energy stocks sit at opposite ends of the pole for investors to consider. Let's take a look.

by: Thomas Matters

Best mid cap mutual funds to invest in December 2024

Mid cap mutual funds invest in mid cap stocks or in stocks of medium-sized companies. As per Sebi norms, mid cap schemes are mandated to invest in companies that are between 101 and 250 in the market capitalisation.

by: Thomas Matters

Top Australian financial stocks to buy now

Financias for financial freedom. The post Top Australian financial stocks to buy now appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.
Wed, December 4, 2024

by: Thomas Matters

Money blog: HMRC issues tax clarification - as Vinted and eBay to start sharing seller information with tax man

People selling unwanted items online can continue to do so without any new tax obligations, HMRC has confirmed - but regular sellers might have their details shared with the tax man from January. Read this and the rest of today's personal finance and consumer news below.

by: Thomas Matters

Dow Jones Today: Stock Futures Rise as Investors Digest Tech Earnings, Await Fed Chair Comments

Stock futures are higher Wednesday morning as shares of technology companies surge after strong earnings reports, putting major indexes on track to add to record highs.

by: Thomas Matters

Stock market today: Wall Street points higher as earnings trickle in ahead of Friday's jobs report

Wall Street was headed for more gains before the open on Wednesday as markets took in the some of the last earnings reports of the period while waiting for Friday's U.S. jobs report

by: Thomas Matters

Stocks and bonds haven't moved together like this in three decades - and that's putting portfolios at risk, says State Street

A so-called balanced portfolio is anything but given the correlation of stock and bond returns as well as concentration in stocks.

by: Thomas Matters

Canadian ETF Comparison Series: ZWK vs. CALL.B

by: Thomas Matters

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Amazon vs. Shopify

Both e-commerce platforms have produced strong results for shareholders. But which is better set up for success in the next decade?

by: Thomas Matters

Cathie Wood buys $22.1 million of battered tech stock

Cathie Wood, chief executive of Ark Investment Management, typically focuses on technology stocks that she believes to have a disruptive impact. Sometimes, she'll buy even if a stock has shown little growth for a while — and that's what she did last week.

by: Thomas Matters

Institutional investors optimistic about 2025 amid ongoing wars, China-U.S. tensions

The significant shift in recession beliefs, Natixis said, is due mainly to the Federal Reserve's progress in navigating a soft landing. Some 71% of U.S. institutional investors think the U.S. economy will reach a soft landing in 2025.

by: Thomas Matters

Can AI Boost These Growth Stocks Higher?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming nearly every industry. The travel industry is no different, and established companies such as Booking Holdings (BKNG) and Expedia (EXPE) are turning AI in their favor.

by: Thomas Matters

Rating the Magnificent 7 Stocks in 2024

The Visual Capitalist published a chart in June that highlighted the Magnificent 7's stock buybacks between June 2023 and June 2024. Five of the seven bought back $208 billion of their stock over these 12 months,

by: Thomas Matters

Why Pure Storage Stock Is Sailing Higher After Earnings

Pure Storage stock is surging after the data storage firm beat earnings expectations and announced a deal with a major technology company.

by: Thomas Matters

Should You Really Buy Stocks Before the New Year? Here's What History Says.

The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC), the Nasdaq, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average are heading for 26%, 29%, and 18% increases, respectively, this year. The S&P 500 roared into the new year by confirming its presence in a bull market and went on to hit multiple record highs.

by: Thomas Matters

Columbia Convertible Securities Fund Q3 2024 Commentary

Columbia Convertible Securities Fund Institutional Class shares returned 5.03% for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. Click here to read the full commentary.

by: Thomas Matters

Can Rolls-Royce shares continue to outperform in 2025?

Stephen Wright thought Rolls-Royce shares were undervalued heading into 2024. After a 90% rally, is this still the case with 2025 approaching?

by: Thomas Matters

"Take Care Of Your Health First": Investor Mark Mobius' Message For GenZ

As the GenZ population strives to become wealthy in a jiffy, ace global investor Mark Mobius has an advice for them: Take care of your health first.

by: Thomas Matters

The Metric Every Investor Should Use (But Probably Doesn't)

Warren Buffett's Time Until Payback metric can help investors avoid mistakes and evaluate investment opportunities effectively. Read more here.

by: Thomas Matters

Meet the New S&P 500 Company That Just Reported Its Most Profitable Quarter Ever and Is Heading for a 280% Gain This Year

Just recently, a high-flying tech stock joined the S&P 500. This player, generating enormous growth thanks to its artificial intelligence (AI) powered platform, is heading for a gain of more than 280% this year. Can it keep up the momentum? Let's take a closer look at this company, its path so far, and what may lie ahead.

by: Thomas Matters

'FY25 will be one of the weakest years': What Goldman Sachs says on UltraTech, ACC & Ambuja Cements

by: Thomas Matters

Why Credo Technology Group Rocketed Nearly 50% Today

by: Thomas Matters

Will 2025 belong to multi-cap, hybrid funds?

by: Thomas Matters

I've got $2,000 and I'm on the hunt for cheap ASX shares to buy in December

These stocks could be too cheap to ignore. The post I've got $2,000 and I'm on the hunt for cheap ASX shares to buy in December appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.

SBI MF makes entry into quant fund category; should you invest?

SBI Quant Fund, which opened for subscription on December 4, marks the entry of the fund house into the quant space.

The article from Moneycontrol discusses SBI Mutual Fund's entry into the quantitative fund category with the launch of the SBI Quant Fund. This fund aims to use a quantitative model for stock selection, focusing on factors like quality, liquidity, and value to optimize returns while managing risk. The fund will invest in a diversified portfolio of up to 50 stocks, primarily from the top 250 companies by market capitalization, with a small portion allocated to smaller companies. The introduction of this fund comes at a time when there is growing interest in quant funds due to their systematic approach to investing, which reduces human bias. However, the article also highlights the inherent risks associated with quant funds, such as model risk, where the model might not perform as expected under all market conditions. It advises potential investors to consider their risk appetite, investment horizon, and the need for diversification before investing in such funds. The article concludes by suggesting that while quant funds can be a part of an investor's portfolio, they should not be the sole investment strategy due to their complexity and the potential for underperformance in certain market scenarios.

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