Patrick Ryan has invested in stocks and traded options for more than a decade. He specializes in growth stocks, with a particular focus on those in the technology and entertainment sectors. Patrick began writing for StockNews.com in 2019. His mission is to pinpoint growth stocks trading at attractive prices. This requires a focus on the fundamentals including in-depth qualitative and quantitative analysis. Patrick often abides by a contrarian market strategy as he analyzes investment opportunities with irreverence for conventional logic. This often leads to finding hidden gems with tremendous long term upside potential.
Alphabet (GOOGL) is one of the biggest companies in the world and is dominant in many of the industries it provides services for. That said, the stock continues to reach new heights. At its current price of $2,856, it's not too far from $3,000 a share, but will it reach this price in the near future? Read more to find out. Sep 17, 2021| 4:15pm
Restaurant stocks soared higher earlier this year as the vaccinations and falling coronavirus case counts increased optimism that the economy would be able to fully recover. Ruth’s Hospitality Group (RUTH), Texas Roadhouse (TXRH), and Bloomin’ Brands (BLMN) are three steakhouse stocks worthy of your investing dollars. Sep 17, 2021| 11:47am
The vegan lifestyle has been gaining attention for a couple decades now, but has really risen in popularity recently due to health and environmental concerns. This has led to a rise in vegan food and beverage products, but many of the stocks of companies that produce these products are overvalued. Beyond Meat (BYND), Oatly Group (OTLY), and Very Good Food Company (VRYYF) are three such stocks and should be avoided for now. Sep 17, 2021| 9:27am
Travel stocks may be ready to rally especially as coronavirus case counts are dropping. Below, we shine the spotlight on two of the travel industry’s top stocks in Expedia (EXPE) and Travelzoo (TZOO). Sep 17, 2021| 9:10am
Delta (DAL) and SkyWest (SKYW) are two airlines with contrasting POWR Rating grades. Below, we delve into each of these stocks to give investors a better sense of which is the better buy. Sep 16, 2021| 12:40pm
McEwen Mining (MUX), Minerva Neurosciences (NERV), and American Resources Corporation (AREC) were recently downgraded in the POWR Ratings. Investors who own these stocks should reevaluate their positions as soon as possible. I Sep 16, 2021| 12:27pm
With most businesses having at least some exposure to the internet, the rise of cyber crimes has become an issue. That's why business is booming for many cybersecurity companies. Zscaler (ZS) and Radware (RDWR) are two such cybersecurity stocks, but which is the better buy? Read more to find out. Sep 16, 2021| 10:42am
Most investors are aware that the market has been experiencing some turbulence over the past week couple weeks. That's why investors should only consider stocks rated a Buy or Strong Buy in our POWR Ratings system. These stocks have historically outperformed. Best Buy (BBY), Johnson Outdoors (JOUT), and Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) are three great examples. Sep 16, 2021| 9:32am
Digital Turbine (APPS) provides software products for device original equipment manufacturers, mobile operators, and other organizations. In short, APPS makes it easier for businesses to generate revenue through mobile content. Patrick Ryan breaks down whether the stock is a good buy or not. Sep 10, 2021| 10:27am
Aside from electric cars, cannabis stocks are one of the more popular industries over the last couple of years. While many cannabis stocks fell back to earth this year, Innovative Industrial Properties (IIPR) rallied more than 100% in the past year. But is it still a Buy? Read more to find out. Sep 10, 2021| 9:59am