About Komal Bhattar
Komal's passion for the stock market and financial analysis led her to pursue investment research as a career. Her fundamental approach to analyzing stocks helps investors identify the best investment opportunities.
She earned a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance from St. Xavier’s College, and she is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Chartered Accountancy.
Recent Articles By Komal Bhattar
2 Biotech Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Term
Intensive innovation, breakthrough developments, and growing investments should help the biotech industry witness solid growth over the next decade. And given the sector’s reputation as a safe haven amid economic turmoil, it could be wise for investors to buy and hold fundamentally solid biotech stocks Amgen (AMGN) and AstraZeneca (AZN) for the long run. Read on…
3 Cannabis Stocks Going up in Flames to Avoid
The wide use of cannabis for recreational activities and its increased medicinal use has helped the market gain traction over the past years. However, with legalization barriers worldwide, this industry is in an odd limbo in which consumption flourishes, but penalties and taxes still prevail. Given the backdrop, it should be wise for investors to avoid fundamentally bleak cannabis stocks Tilray Brands (TLRY), Canopy Growth (CGC), and Aurora Cannabis (ACB), which are going up in flames. Read on…
3 Stocks to Avoid That Could Lead to Long-Term Losses
Since the Fed signaled to continue its restrictive monetary policy to fight inflation, recession fears have renewed among investors. Amid the uncertain market conditions, it might be best to avoid fundamentally weak stocks Blink Charging (BLNK), Riot Blockchain (RIOT), and Advent Technologies (ADN) to eliminate the chances of long-term losses. Read on…
2 ETFs to Buy Under $100 Right Now
Investors’ concerns over the possibility of a recession due to an elevated inflation level and the Fed’s interest rate hikes are expected to keep the stock market under pressure in the near term. Given the backdrop, investors could consider buying these two non-cyclical ETFs, iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU) and Invesco Dynamic Food & Beverage ETF (PBJ), which are trading under $100 right now. Read on…
5 Utilities Stocks You Won’t Regret Owning in a Recession
Concerns over a possible recession have driven a sharp selloff in stocks. However, the utilities sector tends to hold up well during a recession due to the consistent demand for these services. Given this backdrop, we think investors should load up on utilities stocks, Avangrid (AGR), Brookfield Infrastructure (BIPC), Portland General Electric (POR), Unitil Corporation (UTL), and Genie Energy (GNE) now. Continue reading…
2 Safe Stocks to Load up on Right Now
The stock market has remained under tremendous pressure since the beginning of 2022 due to ongoing macroeconomic issues. The Fed’s monetary policy tightening and a slowing economy are raising recession fears among investors. Amid such a volatile environment, investors should consider adding safe stocks KT Corporation (KT) and Bridgestone (BRDCY) to their portfolios. Keep reading…
5 Discounted Mega-Cap Stocks Under $20
The stock market has experienced wild swings this year amid increased interest rates, ongoing geopolitical conflict, and sky-high inflation. Although a slight decline in inflation last month and strong corporate earnings have improved investors’ sentiments, market volatility is expected to persist. Thus, we think investing in under $20 mega-cap stocks AT&T (T), Glencore (GLNCY), KDDI (KDDIY), Vale (VALE), and Ford Motor (F), which currently seem to be trading at a discount, could be wise. Read on…
Inflation Reduction Act Has Tax Benefits for Clean Energy -- Should You Buy These 2 Fuel Cell Stocks?
The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law recently and is the most meaningful climate bill in the United States. It has allocated substantial funding to combat climate change and transition to sustainable energy and should bode well for fuel cell stocks. So, is it the right time to invest in Plug Power (PLUG) and Ballard Power Systems (BLDP)? Read on to find out…
2 Industrial Stocks That'll Help Build Your Portfolio
The industrial sector is still struggling with supply chain constraints dampening productivity. However, strong demand for goods and acceleration in advanced technology adoption should support growth in the sector. Given the backdrop, we think investing in fundamentally sound industrial stocks Ryerson Holding (RYI) and Tennant Company (TNC) could help build your portfolios. Read on…