About Samiksha Agarwal
Samiksha Agarwal has always had a keen interest in financial markets. This has led her to a career as a financial journalist. Through her extensive knowledge of fundamental analysis, her goal is to help investors identify untapped investment opportunities in the stock market.
Samiksha majored in Business Administration while in college and Finance and Marketing in graduate school. Before becoming a writer at StockNews.com she worked as a financial advisor.
Recent Articles By Samiksha Agarwal
4 Athletic Apparel Stocks to Buy as People Head Back to the Gym
With more than half of the eligible population in the United States having now been vaccinated for COVID-19, fitness enthusiasts are heading back to gyms. This has bolstered the demand for sports and fitness apparel. Consequently, we think leading players in this space, Adidas (ADDYY), Under Armour (UAA), DICK’s Sporting Goods (DKS), and Foot Locker (FL), are uniquely positioned to benefit. Let’s discuss.
1 Cloud Computing Stock You Should Buy and 1 You Should Avoid
Cloud computing has emerged as one of the key requirements for businesses to stay afloat amid the COVID-19 crisis. With organizations looking for increased scalability and business continuity, the demand for services offered by cloud provider Box (BOX) is increasing. Conversely, Coupa Software (COUP) is struggling to stay afloat even amid the favorable industry backdrop. So, let’s evaluate each name more closely.
3 Red-Hot Restaurant Stocks That Should Continue to Rally
The COVID-19 crisis has shifted the restaurant industry’s landscape. The digital platforms and curb-side delivery options adopted during the pandemic are expected to continue being one of the industry’s key strengths after the pandemic. While this transition has already bolstered the growth of established restaurant operators McDonald’s (MCD), Yum! Brands (YUM), and Restaurant Brands International (QSR), the increasing resumption of patrons’ physical visits to restaurants, thanks to a speedy and effective vaccination drive, we think should drive their growth further and sustain their stocks’ continued rally. Read on.
4 Stocks to Avoid as Uranium Prices Continue to Selloff
Supply shortages due to production cuts led to a rally in uranium last year. But now that mines are gradually resuming operations, an increase in supply has been driving a decline in uranium prices lately. And because the industry is running into hurdles regarding environmental risks and a regulatory slowdown, uranium prices may continue to retreat. Considering this, we think Cameco (CCJ), NexGen Energy (NXE), Denison Mines (DNN), and Energy Fuels (UUUU), which are facing a plethora of uncertainties, are not safe bets right now. Read on.
2 E-Commerce Stocks to Buy in May, 2 to Avoid
The e-commerce industry, which saw accelerated growth amid the pandemic, should keep growing even in a post-pandemic world given the convenience it offers and the permanent shift to online platforms. However, not all players in this industry are well positioned to capitalize on the industry tailwinds. Growing international footprint and diversified offerings make the prospects bright for Vipshop Holdings (VIPS) and Amazon (AMZN). But on the other hand, Sea Limited (SE) and Jumia Technologies (JMIA) are struggling to stay afloat.
2 Investment Management Stocks to Buy in May, 2 to Avoid
Increasing capital market activities amid the economic recovery and a favorable stock market suggest rosy prospects for companies that provide investment management and/or brokerage services. Fundamentally sound stocks in this space, Goldman Sachs (GS) and Piper Sandler (PIPR), could be solid bets now. Conversely, given Lazard’s (LAZ) and Cowen’s (COWN) uncertain prospects, it could be wise to wait for more convincing developments before betting on them. Let’s take a look.
2 Auto Manufacturing Stocks to Buy in May, 2 to Avoid
From small auto manufacturing companies to big conglomerates, all automakers are struggling to maintain their production volume due to a global semiconductor chip shortage. While some fundamentally sound companies, such as Volkswagen (VWAGY) and Daimler (DDAIF), have sufficient warehouse stocks and supply chains to survive the shortage, weak players, such as XPeng (XPEV) and Li Auto (LI), are struggling to stay afloat. Let’s look closer at each name.
3 Solar Stocks to Avoid in May
President Joe Biden’s pledge to put the United States on a path to a clean-energy-based future has supercharged the solar sector. Furthermore, given that people are increasingly keen on solar installations at their homes as the cost of solar panels declines, the industry is expected to get sales a boost going forward. While the solar sector is expected to continue thriving this year and beyond, not all companies in the industry are well positioned to benefit. Specifically, we think Sunnova Energy (NOVA), ReneSola (SOL), and SolarWindow (WNDW) possess weak financials and should be avoided now.
4 Cannabis Stocks to Avoid in May
The cannabis industry is booming on the back of the legalization hype and increased acceptance of CBD products. However, not all pot companies possess sufficient fundamental strength and liquidity to capitalize on the industry tailwinds. Given that the cannabis market is becoming more competitive with the entry of new players, we think investors should avoid financially weak and overvalued cannabis stocks Canopy Growth (CGC), Tilray (TLRY), Sundial Growers (SNDL), and OrganiGram Holdings (OGI). Let’s discuss these names.