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
4 High Growth Stocks Poised for High Returns: Charter Communications, Applied Materials, Baidu, and Activision Blizzard
Given the massive gains generated by growth stocks in 2020, many investors are pessimistic about the performance prospects for growth stocks this year. However, because many COVID-19-pandemic-driven challenges and trends are expected to continue this year, it is reasonable that growth stocks should continue to dominate the broader market. Hence, we think it would be wise to bet on high-growth stocks such as Charter Communications (CHTR), Applied Materials (AMAT), Baidu (BIDU) and Activision Blizzard (ATVI) that are well positioned to keep moving higher this year. Read on for some details.
4 Mid-Cap Stocks Rated "Strong Buy" to Add to Your Portfolio
Because the stock market’s bull run is expected to continue with a vaccine-driven economic recovery, and the new U.S. President has pledged concerted effort to address economic re-engagement, mid-cap stocks could see solid upside this year. Companies in this class have more room for growth versus their mega-cap brethren. So, it would be wise to take a close look at mid-cap stocks O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY), Proofpoint (PFPT), Crocs (CROX) and CMC Materials (CCMP). We think they could be good additions to one’s portfolio now.
2 Stocks That Could be Acquisition Targets in 2021: DropBox, Yelp
With the world's economy potentially entering an expansion stage, now may be the perfect time for bigger and stronger companies to exploit synergies by buying weaker companies that complement their businesses. Dropbox (DBX) and Yelp Inc. (YELP) are struggling with heightened competition in their respective industries and suffering consistent financial losses. Consequently, we think they could be potential targets for acquisitions this year. Let’s take a closer look.
Is Edwards Lifesciences a Good Medical Device Stock to Own in 2021?
The medical device and equipment industry is expected to get a boost from an increase in elective surgeries as COVID-19 vaccines gradually control the virus’ spread this year. Because the demand for products used in cardiac surgeries is expected to increase as part of an overall resumption of the treatment of non-coronavirus patients, we believe Edwards Lifesciences (EW) is well positioned to advance. Let’s look at some details.
4 Top Stocks to Buy Under $20: Infosys, Manulife Financial, United Microelectronics, and National Energy Services
The broader market for stocks is hovering around all-time highs on investor optimism over a potential vaccine-driven economy recovery and the new U.S. President's proactive approach to battling the pandemic. However, there are certain promising stocks that are still trading at affordable prices. Infosys Limited (INFY), Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC), United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) and National Energy Services Reunited (NESR) are examples of such stocks. We think they are well-positioned to deliver market-beating returns over the long haul.
Better Buy: Riot vs. Hive Blockchain
While bitcoin has pulled back recently, it has generated incredible returns in the past year. The bull-run may be far from over though because the global economy remains weak and investors are increasingly opting for crypto assets as a hedge against inflation. Investors have ridden the cryptocurrency boom largely with stocks like Riot Blockchain (RIOT) and HIVE Blockchain Technologies (HVBTF), two leading players in the crypto space. Both have garnered huge momentum and we think still hold plenty of upside potential. But which of these stocks is a better buy now? Let’s find out.
Like Growth Stocks? Consider Buying These 3 ETFs
Because most COVID-19 pandemic-driven challenges and trends are expected to continue this year, growth stocks should continue to dominate the broader market even if the domestic economy gradually returns to normal with the mass vaccination drive. Therefore, it is reasonable that ETFs that invest in growth stocks, such as Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG), iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF (IWF) and Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB), could be good additions to one’s portfolio now. Let’s discuss.
4 Top Value Stocks with Huge Potential Upside: BHP Group, Clearwater Paper, Shinhan Financial, and ABM Industries
Value investing strategies have been less popular since the COVID-19 pandemic-driven market correction last year. Growth stocks’ sky-rocketing rally has attracted the attention of most investors. However, an expected economic recovery this year is now shifting investors’ focus away from pricey growth stocks in favor of quality bargains. So, we think it could be wise to snap up undervalued stocks like BHP Group (BBL), Shinhan Financial Group (SHG), ABM Industries (ABM) and Clearwater Paper (CLW) before the market cottons on to their worth.
Better Buy: Marathon Patent Group vs. Canaan
While Bitcoin has experienced a sell-off in the last couple of weeks after hitting its all-time high, cryptocurrencies in general continue to see increased interest from retail and institutional investors. Experts believe that the stock market’s bull-run is far from over because the global economy remains weak. As such, Marathon Patent Group (MARA) and Canaan, Inc. (CAN) — two major players in the crypto space — have garnered huge momentum and are poised to outpace the broader market. But, which of these stocks is a better buy now? Let’s find out.