About Santanu Roy
Having been fascinated by the traditional and evolving factors that affect investment decisions, Santanu decided to pursue a career as an investment analyst. Prior to his switch to investment research, he was a process associate at Cognizant.
With a master's degree in business administration and a fundamental approach to analyzing businesses, he aims to help retail investors identify the best long-term investment opportunities.
Recent Articles By Santanu Roy
2 Stocks to Buy Right Now if You're 50 or Older
With investors fretting about the fate of the global economy amid aggressive interest rate increases, the stock market seems stuck in a vicious loop of volatility. Hence, fundamentally strong stocks with a track record of increasing dividend payouts, Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) and CVS Health (CVS), could be considered safe investments for investors aged 50 and above. Continue reading…
3 Blockchain Stocks to Sell Before They Lose Even More Ground
Despite blockchain’s massive potential due to its decentralized nature and wide-ranging application, the macroeconomic headwinds have kept blockchain stocks under pressure along with other technology stocks. Furthermore, blockchain’s near-term prospects look bleak as cryptocurrency, its most popular use case, is witnessing significant declines amid regulation issues and increased skepticism. Hence, we think blockchain stocks Block (SQ), Digital (MARA), and Riot Blockchain (RIOT) are best avoided now to avoid further losses. Read more…
3 Safe Stocks for Seniors to Consider in 2022
Aggressive interest rate hikes and escalating recession fears are expected to keep the stock market under tremendous pressure in the near term. Hence, seniors could consider reliable stocks with a track record of increasing dividend payouts, Coca-Cola (KO), Costco (COST), and Phillips 66 (PSA), as safe investments. Continue reading…
2 Dividend Stocks to Double up on This Week
The stock market has been experiencing heightened volatility lately on concerns over the Fed’s aggressive rate hikes to tame record-high inflation and growing recession odds. Amid an uncertain market environment, investors increasingly take refuge in dividend stocks to ensure a steady income stream. Hence, it would be wise to invest in dividend stocks Myers Industries (MYE) and Pfizer (PFE). Continue reading…
1 SaaS Stock to Buy This Fall and 1 to Sell
While the market remains uncertain due to the Fed’s hawkish stance and recession fears, the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) industry is expected to grow significantly in the foreseeable future with continued digitalization across sectors. Hence, buying fundamentally strong SaaS stock Informatica (INFA) would be wise. However, a struggling stock with bleak growth prospects, Palantir Technologies (PLTR), is best avoided now. Read more…
3 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Right Now and 2 to Sell
The semiconductor industry is currently being challenged by demand pullback amid rising odds of a recession. However, given the increasing use of semiconductors and supportive legislation, the current tech selloff has created an excellent opportunity for investors to load up on quality semiconductor stocks Broadcom (AVGO), Qualcomm (QCOM), and Rambus (RMBS). However, fundamentally weak stocks NVIDIA (NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) with an uncertain outlook are best avoided now. Continue reading…
2 Stocks Under $50 Worth Snapping up Right Now
With the market volatility and odds of recession perpetually increasing with every interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve, investors would be advised to load up on attractively priced stocks of businesses with robust demand and stable growth trajectory. Hence, fundamentally sound stocks Kroger (KR) and APA (APA), currently trading under $50, could be ideal investments. Keep reading…
2 Stocks That Have the Power to Outrun Tesla
The automotive industry is expected to sustain its growth in the foreseeable future, driven by high demand and supportive federal initiatives. Despite being a dominant player in the auto industry, Tesla (TSLA) may not be a good choice now due to its high valuation and near-term uncertainties. Instead, we think fundamentally strong automotive stocks Volkswagen (VWAGY) and Honda (HMC) are better positioned to benefit from the industry’s long-term growth prospects. Keep reading…
3 Stocks You Should Buy Until You're Blue in The Face
With the Fed’s third consecutive 75 bps rate hike unlikely to be the last one in its battle against inflation, the odds of the economy sliding into a recession are increasing. Amid an uncertain market outlook, investors should seek shelter in sectors well-positioned to survive the inflationary environment based on inelastic demand. Hence, it may be the best time to load up fundamentally strong food stocks General Mills (GIS), Kellogg (K), and Flower Foods (FLO). Read on...