About Patrick Ryan
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.
Recent Articles By Patrick Ryan
Zynga vs. Gravity: Which Video Game Stock is a Better Buy?
Video gaming was an industry that saw strong gains during the pandemic in terms of hours spent gaming and spending on consoles and games. Going forward, the sector continues to look appealing as monetization is increasing. Patrick Ryan looks at two video game stocks and decides which is the better buy: Zynga (ZNGA) and Gravity (GRVY).
Raytheon vs. Northrop Grumman: Which Defense Stock is a Better Buy?
One of the biggest industries in the country, the defense industry, often gets overlooked by investors. Since defense companies make big money with government contractors, they could provide investors with stable growth. Raytheon (RTX) and Northrop Grumman (NOC) are two top defense stocks, but which is the better pick now? Read more to find out.
Itron vs. Impinj: Which Internet of Things Stock is a Better Buy?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a next generation technology that is expected to encompass much of our lives as all devices will be connected. This is why IoT stocks have been hugely popular. Itron (ITRI) and Impinj (PI) are two such stocks, but which is a better buy right now? Read more to find out.
Analog Devices vs. Texas Instruments: Which Semiconductor Stock is a Better Buy?
Analog Devices (ADI) and Texas Instruments (TXN) are two of the best semiconductor stocks. Patrick Ryan breaks down which is the better buy.
3 Downgraded Stocks to Avoid Like the Plague in July
Some market gurus are forecasting a downturn in the months ahead. Whether or not that happens, it's always good to make sure you avoid stocks that have the potential for losses. That's why you should avoid stocks like Cinedigm (CIDM), MongoDB (MDB), and Phreesia (PHR), which were recently downgraded by our POWR Ratings system.
3 Upgraded Stocks to Buy With the Market At New Highs
The stock market has been very strong with the S&P 500 up by 8% over the last 3 months. Basset Furniture (BSET), Nu Skin Enterprises (NUS), and Kontoor Brands (KTB) are 3 stocks recently upgraded by the POWR Ratings that should outperform the market.
McKesson vs. Cardinal Health: Which Medical Distribution Stock is a Better Buy?
McKesson (MCK) and Cardinal Health (CAH) are two medical distribution stocks that will benefit from the rising tide in healthcare. Patrick Ryan breaks down which is the better buy?
Zomedica vs. Phibro Animal Health: Which Pet Stock is a Better Buy?
If there is one industry that seems to be recession proof, it's pet products. Pet owners will do anything, and spend anything on their furry best friends. That's why pet stocks offer long-term potential. Zomedica (ZOM) and Phibro Animal Health (PAHC) are two animal health stocks worth considering, but which is a better buy? Read more to find out.
Cemex vs. U.S. Concrete: Which Infrastructure Stock is a Better Buy?
Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V. (CX), and U.S. Concrete (USCR) are two stocks that will likely benefit from the infrastructure package. Already, these stocks are rallying and seeing nice earnings growth but the passage of the bill could lead to even bigger gains.