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
Radware vs. Cloudflare: Which Cloud Stock is a Better Buy?
Radware (RDWR) is an under-the-radar cloud stock with intriguing upside. Most investors are familiar with Cloudflare (NET), however, Patrick Ryan breaks down why RDWR is a better buy at current prices.
3 Large-Cap Stocks to Buy on the Dip
The big winners of 2020 were stocks in the large-cap space, but 2021 has been a mixed bag. Many large companies have seen their prices pull back as smaller companies tend to perform better in an improving economy. But large cap stocks such as Eli Lilly (LLY), United Microelectronics (UMC), and Salesforce.com (CRM) are great long-term bets and worth considering on the dip.
Volkswagen vs. Ford: Which Auto Manufacturer is a Better Buy?
Ford (F) and Volkswagen (VWAGY) are two of the top automakers. Both have intriguing EV models coming out in the coming years and should benefit from the improving economic outlook.
Is Now the Time to Buy 3M Stock?
With industrial companies benefiting from the expectation of an improving economy, 3M (MMM) has been no exception. The company is up 60% over the past year. But will this performance continue? Read more to find out.
Up 135% YTD, Is Discovery Stock Still a Buy?
With the market continuing its bull run, many stocks have had strong returns. One, in particular, Discovery (DISCA), is up 135% for the year. But is it a still Buy? Read more to find out.
3 Downgraded Stocks to Consider Selling
The POWR Ratings can help you identify the best stocks. It's especially helpful during dips or rotations to help investors cut weak stocks and add to strong ones. Patrick Ryan identifies three stocks investors should consider selling.
Buy These Upgraded Stocks for April
If you're looking for a way to cut through the market noise and find potential winners, consider our proprietary POWR Ratings service. Stocks are rated on a daily basis and recently upgraded Buy-rated stocks are are prime for strong performance. That's why investors should consider stocks such as Flower Foods (FLO), Meredith Corporation (MDP), and Williams-Sonoma (WSM).
3 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy for a Healthy Portfolio
Novo Nordisk (NVO), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and Abbott Laboratories (ABT) are three of the top pharmaceutical stocks. They also have very attractive valuations and long-term drivers with an aging population.
Check Point vs. Palo Alto Network: Which Cybersecurity Stock is a Better Buy?
Cybersecurity spending is expected to increase at a double-digit rate over the next decade. Two of the top companies in this space are CHKP and PANW. Patrick Ryan gives his take on which is the better pick.