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Why MGM Resorts International Stock Jumped 32% in February
Shares of casino operator MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) rose an incredible 32% in February according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. There was a lot of news during the shortest
Why I Always Make Prior-Year IRA Contributions
Most financial advice says to invest in your IRA as soon as you can afford the contributions. Whether that's a big lump sum on Jan. 1 or a few hundred bucks every month, investing early has its
Forget AMC and GameStop: 1 Popular Robinhood Stock to Buy
The short squeeze shenanigans appear to have resumed for some popular stocks among users of the Robinhood trading platform like AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE: AMC) and GameStop (NYSE: GME). The
Why MP Materials Stock Rallied 44% in February
Shares of rare earth miner MP Materials (NYSE: MP) rose a dramatic 44% in February according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. That's a huge price gain in a very short period of time, for
1 Key Metric Every Netflix Investor Should See
The streaming wars are heating up, and a few services are emerging ahead of the pack. Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) has consistently remained the top dog in this race, and it is likely to maintain its
Why Boston Beer Stock Rose 12% in February
Boston Beer (NYSE: SAM) shareholders outperformed a rising market last month. Shares rose 12% in February compared to a 2.6% gain in the S&P 500, according to data provided by S&P Global Market
Like Guardant Health? You'll Love CareDx
A picks-and-shovels precision medicine play that doesn't tend to grab headlines, CareDx (NASDAQ: CDNA) describes itself as "focused on better outcomes through personalized transplant surveillance."
Get Paid While You Wait: 2 Top Dividend Stocks in Video Games
The growth of interactive entertainment is a ripe field to look for growth stocks, but some investors may not realize that the leading game makers are so profitable that they make great income
Why Shares in Westport Fuel Systems Surged in February
Shares in clean-energy company Westport Fuel Systems (NASDAQ: WPRT) surged higher by 25.3% in February according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. However, merely mentioning the monthly
Better Buy: Costco vs. Dollar Tree
Both Costco (NASDAQ: COST) and Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR) have benefited from shifts in consumer buying patterns, and both appeal to shoppers looking for value. But the two companies have different
3 Top Stocks to Recession-Proof Your Portfolio
If you're worried that a recession will threaten your stock portfolio, then now's a great time to get your ducks in a row. It would not be wise to make drastic changes to your allocation based on
2 Top Industrial Dividend Stocks to Buy Now
Industrial stocks were among the hardest hit during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dividend suspension and cuts was a major fallout, and companies across the sector, right from aerospace and automotive
Disney Is Positioned to Overtake Netflix. Here's When
There's no question that Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) was the catalyst for the current popularity of streaming video. The company debuted its "Watch Now" service in mid-2007, allowing existing members to
Why NIO Stock Sank 19.7% in February
Shares of NIO (NYSE: NIO) slumped 19.7% in February, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) company got caught up in a broader sell-off of
This Sports Gambling Stock Is Getting the Most From Its Secret Weapon
Since Penn National Gaming (NASDAQ: PENN) purchased 36% of the sports media company Barstool Sports early last year, the combined duo has been quite busy. A growing piece of Penn's physical assets
4 Stocks for Beginning Investors
If you're an investor of any kind, your primary goal should be to buy stock in great companies. But if you're a beginning investor, your other goal should be diversification -- don't park all your
A Hot Cannabis Stock Backed by a Retail Giant Is About to Hit the NASDAQ
Are you looking for the next big cannabis stock to invest in? Then you'll want to keep a close eye on Fire & Flower (OTC: FFLW.F). The top Canadian cannabis retailer has a lot of promise, and it
Don't Let These 3 Retirement Myths Hold You Back
The only real guarantee you'll have in creating your retirement plan is that it won't look like anyone else's. Everyone has a unique set of circumstances that includes both financial and
Tanger Outlets Is Showing Resilience in Brick-and-Mortar Retail's New Normal
With the pandemic keeping shoppers away from brick-and-mortar retailers and especially malls, Tanger Factory Outlet Centers (NYSE: SKT) posted some surprising numbers in its most recent quarter. But
Can Wayfair Add $100 Billion to Its Sales Base?
Wayfair (NYSE: W) just closed an incredible fiscal year in which it added $5 billion, growing its sales base by 55%. The online retailer also achieved net profitability for the first time while
Oil Prices Are Approaching Multiyear Highs: Is It Time to Buy Oil Stocks?
Crude oil prices have rallied roughly 25% so far this year, pushing them past $60 a barrel. The recent surge in oil has it trading near its highest level in almost two years. Meanwhile, some
3 Outside-the-Box Stocks to Buy Now
It might seem rather odd to invest in a company investigating a psychedelic drug candidate, a hyped-up electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, or a flower vendor. But often, it can pay off handsomely to
My Top International Stock to Buy Now
German industrial giant and perennial General Electric rival Siemens (OTC: SIEGY) is often overlooked by U.S. investors -- but those who ignore it are missing out. In an increasingly expensive
Is Bed Bath & Beyond Stock a Buy?
Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ: BBBY) just can't catch a break.
After years of lackluster performance, the selection of former Target executive Mark Tritton as CEO in October 2019 provided a glimmer of
Tilray Beats Canopy Growth and Aurora Cannabis to Profitability
In its earlier stages, the pot industry was all about growth. But now, as investors have become more concerned with cash flow, companies are also focusing on improving their bottom lines and staying


