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
Avoid These 3 Downgraded Stocks Like the Plague
With volatility still prevalent in the market, it always a good idea for investors to avoid the worst stocks. Our proprietary POWR Ratings system evaluates stocks based on 118 different factors. Stocks with Strong Sell ratings typically underperform the market. ENGlobal Corporation (ENG), Kopin Corporation (KOPN), and Velodyne Lidar (VLDR) are three recently downgraded stocks that investors should avoid.
3 Top Upgraded Stocks to Buy for August
Even as the market hits new highs, the delta variant has some investors nervous, which is why you should only invest in stocks that have the best chance for success. Our proprietary POWR Ratings provides those stocks in the form of Strong Buy ratings. Apache Corporation (APA), Bloomin' Brands (BLMN), and Golden Entertainment (GDEN) are three recently upgraded Strong Buy stocks worth a look.
Advanced Micro Devices vs. Micron Technology: Which Semiconductor Stock is a Better Buy?
Even amidst a global-wide chip shortage, semiconductor stocks are as popular as ever. But not all chip stocks may be a good fit for your portfolio. Two of the industries top stocks, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and Micron Technology (MU) are intriguing choices. But which is the better pick right now? Read more to find out.
AbbVie vs.Teva: Which Drug Manufacturing Stock is a Better Choice?
Drug manufacturing stocks have been major outperformers over the past couple of months. These stocks tend to outperform when yields are falling, and growth expectations are declining as their revenues are less economically sensitive. These stocks also tend to pay above-average dividends and increase share buybacks when rates are low. Additionally, over the long-term, they will continue to compound as the aging population all over the world ensures that demand will increase. Two of the top stocks in the sector are Abbvie (ABBV) and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries (TEVA).
2 Athletic Apparel Stocks to Buy, 2 to Avoid
Athletic apparel stocks have outperformed as sales remained strong during the pandemic. However, these companies are maintaining momentum as recent earnings reports continue to be strong. Patrick Ryan breaks down why investors should buy Under Armour (UAA) and Skechers U.S.A. (SKX) and avoid Lululemon Athletica (LULU) and Nike (NKE).
It's Full Steam Ahead for These 2 Railroad Stocks
While railroad stocks are not as exciting as tech stocks, they can still make for great investments. Many people prefer to travel by train, and a lot of goods are transported by rail. Two rail stocks, in particular, Union Pacific Corporation (UNP) and CSX (CSX) look poised for gains in the months ahead.
Is Origin Materials a Good Clean Energy Stock to Add to Your Portfolio?
Origin Materials (ORGN), is an interesting stock with a lot of upside potential as it's attempting to tackle a major challenge - reducing carbon emissions by creating plastics from organic biomass. Patrick Ryan breaks down whether the stock is a buy.
ViacomCBS vs. Comcast: Which Entertainment Stock is the Better Choice?
As the Delta variant of COVID drives up cases, more people will be watching content in their homes. Viacom CBS (VIAC) and Comcast (CMCSA) are two of the industry's top players. And with talks of a potential merger on hold, which of these two entertainment stocks is the better buy? Read more to find out.
Forget Naked Brand Group, Buy These 3 Intimate Apparel Stocks Instead
Naked Brand Group (NAKD) has become somewhat of a cult stock as many traders on Reddit's WSB believe it has significant upside. The POWR Rating disagrees as it has a D grade. However, the Reddit traders are certainly correct that apparel sales should continue rising after being depressed for more than a year. Instead of rolling with the overhyped NAKD, consider the rest of the players in the space. Below, we provide a look at three of those stocks in Hanes Brands (HBI), L Brands (LB), and Gildan Activewear (GIL).