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
Aspen Technology Stock is Up More Than 20% YTD: Will the Rally Continue?
Aspen Technologies (AZPN) is a compelling turnaround stock. Another catalyst could be a recovery in the energy sector which makes up a significant portion of revenues. Read more to find out if AZPN is a good fit for your portfolio.
4 Electric Vehicle Stocks Outperforming NIO YTD
Many EV investors remain focused on leaders like NIO and TSLA. However, Patrick Ryan identifies four other EV startups that are outperforming and could be better investments.
Like Space Stocks? Consider Adding These 3 ETFs to Your Portfolio
The space industry is the next frontier in more ways than one. Investors are starting to give this once quiet area of the market increasing attention. There are an assortment of companies in the industry, but considering diversified ETFs such as the Procure Space ETF (UFO), Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF (PPA), and SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) might be the better play.
3 Solar Stocks Outperforming SolarEdge Technologies YTD
There are many options for investors in the solar space beyond SolarEdge (SEDG). Patrick Ryan gives his take on which company has the most potential out of Enphase Energy (ENPH), Sunrun (RUN), and JinkoSolar (JKS).
Forget Tesla, Buy These 3 Auto Manufacturers Instead
While Tesla (TSLA) may get all the headlines, there are other auto manufacturers worth a look. Car companies such as Ferrari (RACE), Volkswagen (VWAGY), and Tata Motors (TTM) are seeing strong sales and should even have a better year in 2021 as car production resumes again.
Flir Systems Stock is Up 25% in 2021, Will the Rally Continue?
FLIR Systems (FLIR) is one of the best-performing stocks in the year. Will it continue higher or is it time to sell? Patrick Ryan analyzes the stock and gives his take.
3 Upgraded Stocks to Consider Buying
With the market at all-time highs, stock selection is even more important. Patrick Ryan identifies 3 stocks recently upgraded by the POWR Ratings with the best chance of outperforming: PSMT, FICO, and SNAP.
Three Downgraded Stocks to Avoid This Month
Our POWR Ratings system is a great way to find stocks that have the potential to move up or head lower. Stocks are upgraded and downgraded daily, so stocks such as YRC Worldwide (YRCW), Toll Brothers (TOL), and 8x8 (EGHT) that have been recently downgraded should be avoided.
Will Kellogg Stock Rebound in 2021?
As the pandemic took hold, people stopped going to restaurants and started to eat more at home. This benefited companies like Kellogg Company (K). While the stock performed well in the spring and summer of last year, it hit a wall in September and has been falling since. Will it rebound this year? Read more to find out.