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
Synchrony Financial vs. Mastercard: Which Consumer Finance Stock is a Better Buy?
Synchrony Financial (SYF) and Mastercard (MA) are two of the top financial stocks in the market. One key difference between the two is that MA is a payment processor, while SYF assumes credit risk for merchants. Patrick Ryan breaks down which stock is the better buy.
2 Top Biotech Stocks to Buy Under $10
The COVID-19 pandemic brought renewed interest in the biotech industry. Many company's that weren't even working on vaccines or treatments saw their shares rise. But there are also great biotech stocks that are not recognized by the market yet. Champions Oncology (CSBR) and Ovid Therapeutics (OVID) are two such stocks that offer strong potential for gains.
Adobe vs. Autodesk: Which Software Stock is a Better Buy?
A well diversified portfolio should include exposure to the technology sector, including stocks in the software industry. Adobe (ADBE) and Autodesk (ADSK) are two well known-software stocks, but which is currently a better buy? Read more to find out.
3 A-Rated Stocks to Watch Amid the Rally in the Semiconductor Industry
The worldwide chip shortage has wrecked havoc on industries such as automobiles and PC makers, but has greatly benefited the stock prices of semiconductor companies. Since the shortage still remains, investors should consider top chip stocks such as Broadcom (AVGO), Renesas Electronics (RNECF), and STMicroelectronics N.V. (STM).
Veeva Systems vs. ServiceNow: Which Cloud Infrastructure Stock is a Better Buy?
Veeva Systems (VEEV) and ServiceNow (NOW) are two of the top cloud stocks. These companies have continued to post strong earnings, while multiples have compressed in recent months. Patrick Ryan breaks down which is the better buy.
4 Downgraded Stocks I'd Avoid at All Costs
As earnings season kicks into gear and more economic data gets released this week, we could see some volatility in the markets. That's why investors should avoid stocks that have been recently downgraded to a Sell or Strong Sell by our POWR Ratings system. Accolade (ACCD), Borr Drilling (BORR), Livent Corporation (LTHM), and LiveXLive Media (LIVX) are four such companies.
3 Upgraded Stocks to Buy Now
The stock market is in a tricky place. Indices are at all-time high but breadth measures show that many stocks are not participating in the move higher. Patrick Ryan identifies 3 upgraded stocks: Arrow Electronics (ARW), Extreme Networks (EXTR), and Nathan’s Famous (NATH).
2 Stocks Under $10 Wall Street Predicts Will Rally by More Than 30%
Del Taco Restaurants (TACO) and Nexa Resources (NEXA) are two stocks under $10 that analysts think have significant upside. With the market breaking out to new highs, Patrick Ryan breaks down why these two stocks are worth buying.
3 Stocks to Buy Now for a Rebound in Precious Metals
The prices of gold and precious metals have been rebounding after steep decline. Prices corrected after the Fed signaled that it would raise rates sooner than expected. Not that prices are moving back up, it's a great time to consider precious metal stocks such as Centerra Gold (CGAU), Centamin (CELTF), and Jaguar Mining (JAGGF).