Since he was in grade school, Dipanjan was interested in the stock market. This led to him obtaining a master’s degree in Finance and Accounting. Currently, as an investment analyst and financial journalist, Dipanjan has a strong interest in reading and analyzing emerging trends in financial markets. His goal is to help investors make the best investment decisions based on a fundamental approach.
The stock market has been facing severe volatility lately due to the increasing possibility of the Fed’s aggressive interest rate hikes pushing the economy into a recession. Amid uncertainties surrounding the economy and stock market, investors can consider investing in mid-cap stocks Grindrod Shipping (GRIN), Perion Network (PERI), and Mitek Systems (MITK), which have been recently upgraded to ‘Strong Buy’ from ‘Buy’ in our proprietary rating system. Continue reading. Jun 21, 2022| 2:22pm
United States Steel (X) had reported stellar earnings in its last reported quarter. Although analysts expect its EPS to decline this year, the company is confident of reporting solid results on the back of growing demand and better selling prices. So, is it wise to buy the stock now? Read on to learn our view. Jun 21, 2022| 8:22am
The stock market has been facing severe unrest due to various macroeconomic and geopolitical issues. With the fears of a looming recession, investors can consider investing in stocks that offer a steady income stream by paying dividends. Ladder Capital (LADR), W. R. Berkley (WRB), and FedEx (FDX) have recently increased their dividends and are rated a Buy in our proprietary rating system. So, these stocks could be solid additions to your portfolio. Continue reading. Jun 20, 2022| 9:17am
Commercial Metals Company (CMC) reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue in the last reported quarter. Although analysts expect the company’s earnings and revenue to increase in fiscal 2022, will it be wise to buy the stock now, given its mixed profitability? Read on to learn our view. Jun 20, 2022| 8:07am
Elon Musk’s $44 billion offer to buy TWTR now stands at a crucial crossroad, with the Tesla CEO threatening to walk away from his purchase, accusing the social media company of breaching the merger agreement. The stock declined amid investors’ apprehensions surrounding the deal. So, will it be wise to invest in TWTR now? Read on. Jun 17, 2022| 10:36am
Oil prices have soared due to a confluence of factors that have crimped supply and boosted demand. Goldman Sachs has forecast that Brent crude oil prices will average $140 a barrel this summer. Given this backdrop, we think it could be wise to add energy ETFs iShares U.S. Oil & Gas Exploration & Production (IEO), United States Oil Fund (USO), and Invesco DB Oil Fund (DBO) to your portfolio. Jun 17, 2022| 10:13am
The insurance industry benefits from a rising interest rate environment. Given Equitable Holdings’ (EQH) mixed financials and unfavorable analyst estimates, is it well-positioned to ride the interest rate hike wave? Read on to learn our view. Jun 16, 2022| 4:01pm
The faster-than-expected rise in mortgage rates, high home prices, and the lack of home listings have led to mortgage demand hitting a 22-year low. Amid this backdrop, we think it could be wise to avoid mortgage stocks Walker & Dunlop (WD), Hercules Capital (HTGC), Ellington Financial (EFC), Mr. Cooper (COOP) and PennyMac Financial Services (PFSI). Let’s discuss. Jun 16, 2022| 11:14am
The Federal Reserve’s resolution to tame the surging inflation by increasing interest rates bodes well for financial stocks as a rising interest rate environment helps them grow their revenues. Wall Street analysts expect financial stocks Interactive Brokers (IBKR), PacWest Bancorp (PACW), and Signature Bank (SBNY) to rally more than 65% in the near term. So, it could be worth adding these stocks to your watchlist. Jun 16, 2022| 11:00am
Chewy (CHWY) reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue in the last reported quarter. Although analysts expect the company’s revenues to increase in fiscal 2023, its EPS is expected to remain negative in the upcoming quarters. So, will it be wise to buy the stock now? Read on to learn our view. Jun 15, 2022| 11:01am