About Sweta Vijayan
Sweta holds a degree in Economics. Her fundamental approach in analyzing different financial instruments helps investors identify untapped investment opportunities.
Recent Articles By Sweta Vijayan
Illumina vs. Qiagen: Which Diagnostics & Research Stock is a Better Buy?
The diagnostics and research industry has grown substantially over the past few years with the integration of advanced technologies and impressive breakthroughs in the early diagnosis of chronic diseases. Given the growing investments in this industry, prominent companies Illumina (ILMN) and Qiagen (QGEN) are well-positioned to benefit. Let’s find out which of these stocks is a better buy now.
3 Buy-Rated Dividend Stocks Yielding More Than 8%
The severe economic sanctions imposed on Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine are inviting immense volatility to global markets. Though major stock market benchmarks rebounded late yesterday, concerns over high inflation and disruptions to oil and gas supply could keep the markets under pressure in the near term. So, we think quality stocks BHP Group (BHP), Sibanye-Stillwater (SBSW), and Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK), which currently yield more than 8%, could be safe bets now. These stocks are rated Buy in our proprietary rating system.
5 Defensive Stocks to Own for Consistent Dividends and Stable Earnings
Concerns over the Russia-Ukraine war and high inflation have significantly affected the global equity markets lately. As the stock market is expected to remain highly volatile in the coming weeks, it could be wise to bet on defensive stocks Walmart (WMT), Novartis (NVS), Merck & Co. (MRK), GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), and AmerisourceBergen (ABC), which have a history of consistent dividend payments and earnings stability. Let’s take a look.
Netease vs. Tencent: Which Chinese Stock is a Better Buy?
Following a year of underperformance, Chinese stocks should do better this year. While prominent Chinese companies NetEase (NTES) and Tencent Music (TME) are well-positioned to benefit, let’s find out which of these stocks is a better buy now.
2 Best Beaten-Down Networking Stocks to Buy Now: Extreme Networks and AudioCodes
Significant funding from the bi-partisan infrastructure bill passed last fall and growing demand for advanced networking solutions should drive the networking industry’s growth. Because concerns over looming interest rate hikes have been holding back tech stocks of late, now could be an opportune time to bet on budding networking stocks Extreme Networks (EXTR) and AudioCodes (AUDC). Let’s discuss.
HCA Healthcare vs. Universal Health Services: Which Stock is a Better Buy?
Growing demand for efficient healthcare facilities from an aging population should benefit hospital stocks HCA Healthcare (HCA) and Universal Health Services (UHS). But which of these stocks is a better buy now? Let’s find out.
5 Best Consumer Staples Stocks to Buy as Inflation Protection
Despite soaring inflation, the inelastic demand for certain products makes consumer staples stocks good bets now. Therefore, fundamentally-sound consumer staples stocks Diageo (DEO), Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM), Kroger (KR), Albertsons Companies (ACI), and BJ's Wholesale Club (BJ) could be solid buys to protect your portfolio against inflation.
Kraft Heinz vs. General Mills: Which Food Stock is a Better Buy?
Despite inflationary pressures and supply chain bottlenecks, steady demand for packaged food products and new product launches should benefit prominent food companies Kraft Heinz (KHC) and General Mills (GIS). But which of these stocks is a better buy now? Let’s find out.
Linde vs. Sherwin-Williams: Which Chemical Stock is a Better Buy?
Despite rising inflationary pressure and supply chain bottlenecks, increasing demand for specialty and commodity chemicals from end-user markets should drive the chemical industry’s growth. Therefore, we think prominent players in this space, Linde (LIN) and Sherwin-Williams (SHW), should benefit. But which of these stocks is a better buy now? Read on. Let’s find out.