Stocks to sell

At first glance, electric vehicle (EV) battery technology company QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) might sound like a great business to invest in. After all, QS stock moved higher in November and early December. Yet, caution is definitely advised as QuantumScape’s financial shortcomings can’t be ignored. Besides, as we’ll explain today, a prominent analyst firm published a low price

SmileDirectClub (OTCMKTS:SDCCQ) ceased operating on December 8 after it could not restructure through bankruptcy proceedings. The once high-flying provider of dental aligners was one of many at-risk companies entering the final quarter of 2023.  Do you remember all the articles pitting SmileDirect against industry leader Align Technology (NASDAQ:ALGN)? I sure do.  As recently as 2020,

Since the end of October, stocks have rallied tremendously, with the S&P 500 soaring 15% and the Russell 2000 jumping 21%. This huge rebound, brought about by greater confidence in the economy and less trepidation about interest rates, resulted in many drastically overvalued stocks. For long-term, risk-tolerant investors, the latter situation created a good opportunity.

As 2023 comes to a close, investors have warmed back up to Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) stock, which has surged back to the low-$20s per share following a November tumble. There is not one set reason this EV play has experienced this latest surge in price. Developments and news that are both company-specific, and more macroeconomic

 Growth stocks certainly have legs at the moment and it’s fair to assume that there will be a surge of investment heading into 2024. Demand should be expected to rise as the Federal Reserve continues to signal that the worst is over. The markets are expecting a soft landing and multiple rate cuts in 2024.

Dumpster diving can be fun when looking for beaten-down stocks to buy. Many times deeply discounted companies are simply mispriced by the market. Too much importance is placed on a one-time event or a situation that is short-term in nature. It offers investors the classic situation of buying low and selling high. Stocks may be

For most of the year, the Russell 2000 has lagged far behind its peers, the S&P500 and the Nasdaq. However, the small-to-mid cap index appears to be closing the gap. After a string of positive economic news indicating U.S. inflation in on its way downward, equities have sustained a rally. In mid-November, it looked like

As the markets soar higher following the Federal Reserve’s latest decision on interest rates, now may be a great time to jettison any dividend stocks to sell from your portfolio. While stocks overall could continue to perform strongly, company-specific factors can result in poor or even negative returns with many high-yield but low-quality dividend plays.

During the meme stocks rally of 2021, it seemed that all potential meme stocks skyrocketed. The speculative activity peaked, and short-squeeze rallies delivered multi-bagger returns in weeks. The euphoria was, however, short-lived. Investor interest in meme stocks remains high, and there continue to be opportunities to make quick money in the blink of an eye.

Not every stock is a winner. While every investor knows this truth, many people learn this lesson first-hand as some of their stocks end up with net losses. While it’s better to profit from an investment, reporting a loss can reduce your tax burden. Throughout this period, of tax-loss harvesting, here are some stocks to

The bulls look to be firmly in control of the stock market now. The U.S. Federal Reserve has pivoted away from its monetary tightening regime and signaled three interest rate cuts in 2024. However, while the Santa Claus rally now appears in full swing, not every stock is celebrating as we close the year. Some

Penny stocks can be your best friend but also your worst enemy. Although individual pennies often provide lucrative returns, a diversified penny stock portfolio tends to underperform the S&P 500. Therefore, it is essential to revise your penny stock portfolio frequently. Furthermore, fundamental aspects suggest penny stocks may end up under the pump early next year.

The Federal Reserve appears set to pivot toward lower interest rates in 2024. With inflation coming down and financial conditions looking more measured, it could be time for easier monetary policy. That is great news for investments like tech stocks, which have a significant correlation to interest rates. However, investors may be getting ahead of

PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock definitely hasn’t been a winner in 2023. Does this mean it’s time for bargain hunters to start investing in PayPal? Don’t be too eager, as a famous e-commerce platform just dealt PayPal a blow that the payments processor might not recover from. Don’t assume that 2024 will be better for PayPal stock than

The management at China-based EV maker Nio (NYSE:NIO) faces a twofold challenge. First, persistent unprofitability and sales growth challenges needs to be solved. Second, and related to the first challenge, Nio’s management needs to win back the market’s past high enthusiasm for NIO stock. Shares have experienced more modest price declines this year compared to

After witnessing the blistering returns of the broader technology index – along with tangentially related risk-on assets like cryptocurrencies – now might seem an unideal time to target overvalued tech stocks to sell. Frankly, it seems the ecosystem just can’t lose. However, that also could be the warning that not all is well. Sure, some

Renewable energy is the future. Amongst renewable energy, solar is one of the most prominent, recently becoming much more accessible to households and producing energy efficiently and for a low cost. The potential solar has as an energy of the future has been widespread, making the solar space one of the fiercest sectors in which

Consumer discretionary stocks represent a product or service that someone may want, but doesn’t need. We’re talking about everything from retailers to restaurants and sources of entertainment. If the products are great, these stocks tend to do well. But if there are better options, then these are consumer discretionary stocks to sell. After all, consumers

Lucid Motors (NASDAQ:LCID) is an intriguing EV company many investors have on their radar. Indeed, the company’s high-priced luxury EVs have some of the best specs in the sector. That said, volatility with LCID stock has led to surges and declines (mostly declines over the past two years), forcing certain long-term investors out of the

Geopolitical tensions are mounting, and the defense sector is on the rise. While some investors tend to buy into it during these times, others may find it unpalatable to profit from armed conflicts. In addition, investors should always remember that even if the market sentiment sides with the sector, the defense market is still bound