About Malaika Alphonsus
Malaika's passion for writing and interest in financial markets led her to pursue a career in investment research.
With a degree in Economics and Psychology, she intends to assist investors in making informed investment decisions.
Recent Articles By Malaika Alphonsus
3 Explosive Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now
Aggressive rate hikes have pressured growth stocks since last year. However, growth stocks could prove to be promising investments this year in the hopes of the Fed pulling off a “soft landing.” Therefore, it could be wise for investors to buy fundamentally strong growth stocks Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), McKesson Corp. (MCK), and ADT Inc. (ADT). Keep reading…
3 Surefire Stocks You Can Buy Right Now
With higher-than-expected job gain and inflation, concerns about the Fed’s tight monetary policy pushing the economy into a recession still loom large. Therefore, investors could look to buy fundamentally strong and profitable stocks, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Canon (CAJ), and Forrester Research (FORR). Keep reading…
2 China Stocks That Could Be Better Buys Than Alibaba in 2023
Amid the reopening of China’s economy, stocks are expected to see a significant rebound. Therefore, investors could invest in fundamentally strong stocks Hello Group (MOMO) and China Automotive Systems (CAAS) instead of Alibaba Group (BABA). Read more…
3 Health Care Stocks to Buy This Week if You Haven't Already
Amid persisting inflation and the Fed’s determination to tackle it with restrictive policies, the inelastic demand for the healthcare sector could offer protection in a volatile market. Given healthcare’s solid growth potential, investors might buy fundamentally strong stocks UnitedHealth Group (UNH), CVS Health (CVS), and HCA Healthcare (HCA) this week. Keep reading…
3 High-Quality Restaurant Stocks to Watch and Buy This Week
Despite the headwinds of a tight labor market and rising wages, new technology and automation are expected to transform the restaurant sector. Therefore, investors could be wise to keep an eye out for fundamentally strong stocks McDonald's (MCD), Nathan's Famous (NATH), and Rave Restaurant (RAVE). Keep reading…
1 Resilient Chip Stock to Buy in 2023 and 1 to Avoid
Thanks to its increasing demand spanning several sectors, the chip industry is well-positioned for long-term growth. Therefore, investors could look to buy fundamentally strong chip stock Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM), while Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) might be best avoided due to its weak fundamentals. Keep reading…
3 Energy Stocks to Buy for 2023 and Beyond
The energy sector remains buoyed on the backs of a tight supply due to geopolitical turmoil and rising demand due to China’s reopening. Therefore, investors could be wise to buy fundamentally strong energy stocks Marathon Petroleum (MPC), Valero Energy (VLO), and Unit Corporation (UNTC) as they look well-positioned for long-term growth. Keep reading…
Giving Up on Tesla? 2 Other EV Stocks to Buy in 2023
Amid the widespread transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs), the industry is poised for long-term growth. With industry giant Tesla (TSLA) trading at a high valuation, investors could look to buy other fundamentally strong EV stocks Volkswagen (VWAGY) and General Motors (GM) this year. Keep reading…
3 of the Hottest ETFs to Buy Right Now
After January’s mixed CPI report followed the hotter-than-expected jobs data, the Fed might be forced to raise its benchmark interest rates to control inflation, spelling trouble for the economy and the stock market. Amid this backdrop, it could be wise for investors to buy quality ETFs Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund (BND), Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund (VWO), and SPDR S&P MIDCAP 400 ETF (MDY). Read more…