Stocks to sell

The stock market is at a crossroads. After a fantastic first half to 2023, markets have lost some steam heading into the fall. It remains to be seen whether a “soft landing” will play out, or if the economy will take a tumble going into 2024. That said, this is a time for caution. And

Shorting stocks is not for the faint of heart or conservative investors. When you short stocks, of course, the companies that you’re betting against are working against you, since they want their share prices to increase. As a result, in their communications with the outside world, they will emphasize the positive aspects of their firms’

Meme stocks burst onto the investment scene, notably when GameStop (NYSE:GME) launched to astronomical heights in 2021, leaving both seasoned investors and short sellers dumbfounded. Yet, this meteoric rise was a double-edged sword, spotlighting potential meme stocks to sell. The sizzle of GameStop’s success lured numerous speculators, with various meme stocks rising by double or even

Palantir (NYSE:PLTR) is a standout in this year’s AI-driven rally, gaining nearly 150% on a year-to-date basis thanks to strong earnings and elevated expectations. The launch of ChatGPT in November 2022 boosted AI stocks, leading many companies to discuss their AI efforts on earnings calls. Palantir stock also saw a surge in its stock price after

Is the era of meme-stock rallies finally over? Probably not, but we may be witnessing a last gasp as AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) stock tumbles to alarming lows. As long as AMC Entertainment is willing to dilute its current shares through common stock offerings and conversions, even the faithful “Apes” should consider cutting their losses and moving

On the surface, Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) may seem like an appealing buy for value investors. VZ stock trades at a very low price-to-earnings ratio, with a forward earnings multiple of only 7.2. Not only that, shares in this telecom giant also sport a dividend yield that’s undeniably high, even in today’s high interest rate environment.

If you’re looking out for stocks to avoid, you’ve come to the right place. Knowing when to give up on a company, cut your losses, and move on can be difficult for investors. But knowing when to sell is just as important as knowing when to buy. The companies I mention below are stocks that

Sometimes, I’ll root for an underdog. However, I just can’t get behind electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) in 2023. LCID stock has been a poor performer and could easily continue to lose value this year. I’m not the only commentator who’s concerned about Lucid Group’s future prospects. As we’ll see, at least one expert

Consumer discretionary stocks largely rely on the whim of the consumer. After all, the name of the segment says it all. These stocks are attached to companies that sell products that consumers really don’t need. They have to want to make a purchase. These stocks include automotive, retail, entertainment and hospitality companies. They do well

The stock market has been on a roller coaster ride in 2023, with the S&P 500 experiencing several sharp swings in both directions. As of early this week, the benchmark index was up 16.9% year-to-date (YTD) but down 2.6% from its annual high in July. The main drivers of the market volatility have been inflation,

If you’re an income investor, then you’re probably aware of the benefits of investing in real estate investment trusts, or REITs. But not all REITs are good buys. There are unfortunately several F-rated REITs to sell from which you need to steer clear. REITs are popular with income investors because they have a structure that’s

As many remember, both in their minds and pockets, Brent crude prices reached a decade-high last year, impacting oil prices globally. In 2023, global crude prices thankfully moderated in the first half. But with both Saudi Arabia and Russia extending their oil production cuts until the end of the year and U.S. oil reserve figures

QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) is a speculative growth stock, but this categorization isn’t what makes QS stock a questionable investment opportunity. You know the saying: nothing ventured, nothing gained. If the odds are in your favor, taking calculated risks in early-stage stocks with a high degree of uncertainty can be a profitable strategy. The issue with this

In a battle of the overpaid CEOs, Elon Musk recently made fun of Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) CEO Peter Rawlinson for hauling in $379 million in 2022. Most of that was from options and stock awards vested during the year.  As the Automotive News points out, you won’t be able to detect the superb pay from

Sometimes, even the most promising growth stories can have unfortunate endings. China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO) has come a long way during the past several years. Yet, Nio’s recent financial and operational data don’t support a long position in NIO stock right now. Plus, Nio is embarking on a business venture that could turn out

Some penny stocks go on to deliver huge returns for their owners. Most, however, do not. After all, companies usually end up in penny stock territory because something dramatic has gone wrong with their business model. At times, these issues can be resolved. In others, however, little chance of a revival exists due to a

The market is giving investors mixed signals. But this is a time when what’s happening on Main Street differs from what’s happening on Wall Street. There are crystal clear signs that the consumer is losing steam. This makes it time to look at consumer stocks to sell.  Companies are reporting that consumers are pulling back

Just as there are REITs to buy, there are REITs to sell in September. Some of these stocks are no longer in favor due to changes in how we fundamentally navigate through society. One example is the shrinkage of mall foot traffic in favor of e-commerce. Others deserve this title since they’re inherently risky with

Investing in companies you know and understand is the best advice I learned when I started to invest. Familiarity with due diligence made the stock-picking process faster and more manageable. And, helped me to avoid investing into stocks to sell. However, knowing the company name alone isn’t the only deciding factor to invest in stocks

One of the more impressive winners in this year’s AI-driven rally has been Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR). Palantir stock has surged nearly 140% since the beginning of the year on the back of impressive earnings and even more impressive expectations upgrades.  Of course, most investors know that the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022 sparked a rise in