About Sidharath Gupta
Sidharath’s passion for financial markets and love for words guided his way to become a financial writer. He began his career as an Equity Analyst researching stocks and preparing in-depth research reports. Sidharath is currently pursuing the CFA program to deepen his knowledge of financial analysis and investment strategies.
Sidharath’s daily coverage of the financial markets keeps him on top of key trends, with the goal of helping investors make well-informed decisions.
Recent Articles By Sidharath Gupta
3 Recent IPOs with the Highest Short Interest
Despite a global slowdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic last year, the past decade has witnessed the highest-ever capital raising activity through IPOs. However, among those issuers there were some names that failed to benefit from an uptrend in secondary market trading. Rocket Cos. (RKT), GoodRx Holdings (GDRX) and Dada Nexus (DADA) are three newly listed companies whose stock has accumulated a large short position over the past months, which indicates potential trouble for these stocks ahead. However, if the market continues to move higher and short sellers eventually close out their positions, these stocks could see price increases. Let’s explore this further.
3 Under the Radar Growth Stocks Set to Soar: Haverty Furniture, Preformed Line Products, and Big 5 Sporting Goods
Given the massive gains generated by growth stocks in 2020, many investors are pessimistic about the potential performance of growth stocks this year. However, as most pandemic-driven challenges and trends are expected to continue this year, growth stocks should continue to dominate the broader market. We think lesser-known growth stocks like Haverty Furniture Companies (HVT), Preformed Line Products (PLPC) and Big 5 Sporting Goods (BGFV) are set to offer intriguing returns.
2 Auto Manufacturing Stocks to Consider Buying in February
Last year’s global economic shutdown wrought widespread job losses, a general cessation of travel, and a disinterest in car buying. These factors were a severe blow to automobile manufacturers. As a result, auto manufacturing stocks traveled a bumpy road in 2020. Underutilization of manufacturing plants was the key negative. As the economy revives this year, as is anticipated, the demand for cars is expected to increase significantly and, consequently, production is expected to surge. We believe Honda Motor (HMC) and Ford Motor (F) are strategically positioned to gain in the coming months we think.
Does Jabil Stock Deserve a Place in Your Portfolio?
Tech stocks have already scored big from the COVID-19 pandemic. And with an increasing dependence on technology globally, the tech sector is gaining more prominence (and investor support) daily. Jabil (JBL), an advanced technology manufacturing services provider, is a case in point. It is benefitting immensely from its diversified business portfolio and huge client base and is innovating quickly to ensure that it stands out in the future. Read ahead to find why JBL could be a good addition to your portfolio now.
Bearish on the Stock Market? Consider Buying These 3 Stocks
The stock market has recovered and galloped ahead since its coronavirus-pandemic-driven correction last March. However, analysts are now growing cautious about the market’s high valuation levels, and many are turning bearish. Investors should thus prepare for a market pullback by betting on Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), AbbVie (ABBV), and Cigna Corporation (CI). We think investing in these names could help protect their portfolios from losses.
Does Renewable Chemical Stock Gevo Belong in Your Portfolio?
Gevo, Inc. (GEVO), a renewable chemicals and advanced biofuels company, saw its stock price advance more than 1,030% over the past three months after remaining sluggish for many years. With the new U.S. Presidential administration looking to drive America to carbon neutrality asap, we think EVO is strategically poised to benefit significantly. Let’s discuss the company.
Like Value Stocks? Consider Buying These 4 ETFs
According to many analysts, the market’s skyrocketing rally over the past 10 months could prove to be another stock market bubble and a major correction in growth stocks in the near term may be in the cards. Consequently, ETFs such as Vanguard Value ETF (VTV), iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF (IWD), iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF (VLUE), and SPDR S&P 500 Value ETF (SPYV) could be great picks for investors seeking to benefit from a growth to value style rotation. So, let’s take a closer look at these funds.
Is TriNet Group Stock a Smart Investment?
Setting up and managing payroll systems is quite a challenge for many small business owners. As a result, small- and medium-sized businesses often outsource human resources services to service providers like TriNet Group (TNET) to reduce risk and save time by automating payroll tasks. Let’s take a closer look at TNET’s strategy and how it is positioned from an investment point of view.
4 Stocks to Play the Nuclear Energy Boom: Denison Mines, Ur Energy, Cameco, and NexGen Energy
While investors may have overlooked the nuclear energy sector, it is a critical part of the green energy revolution. Demand for nuclear power is growing steadily based on an increasing focus on electrification to meet climate change goals. As a key element in carbon-free nuclear electricity generation, the metallic element uranium has started to see a big rebound. Four companies likely benefit immensely from this wave are Cameco Corporation (CCJ), NexGen Energy (NXE), Denison Mines (DNN) and Ur-Energy (URG).