Netflix Gets an Upgrade, But Is This Stock Worth Buying? 3 Things to Help You Make Your Next Move
Shares of Netflix (NFLX) have climbed more than 10% in the last week after its latest upgrade - this time, by Bank of America. Analyst Jessica Reif Ehrlic raised her price target from $410 to $490, implying a 15% climb. This comes after Netflix shared 3rd party data showing positive results for the upcoming password-sharing crackdown. It’s no secret [...]
Oracle Dips into AI, Expands Cloud Business in Earnings Beat: 3 More Reasons to Love This Stock
After the bell sounded yesterday and Monday’s trading session concluded, Oracle (ORCL) released 4th quarter earnings that delighted investors and analysts alike. This led to a 5% climb in after-hours trading. And in Tuesday’s session, the stock opened 6% higher before falling back down and settling around a 2% gain - so far, at least. The company exceeded Wall [...]
What is the Best Time of Day to Buy Stocks?
In the arena of investing, confidence is key. But gaining that confidence? That's where the challenge lies. You are likely here because you, like many investors, seek clarity amidst the swirling uncertainties of the market. One such mystery is as it pertains to timing. Specifically, when is the best time of day to buy stocks? The thought of buying at [...]
As Lumen Climbs on Microsoft & Google Partnerships, is it Worth a Buy?
Lumen Tech (LUMN) is taking its talents to Microsoft and Google with its latest product development. The news of this partnership has sent shares of LUMN more than 3% higher in Monday morning's trading session - which couldn’t have come at a better time, as the stock has been battered and bruised for much of this year. Lumen helps [...]
ETFs vs. Mutual Funds: A Quick Primer
by Leslie N. Masonson, MBA Mutual funds have been around for over 100 years, while the first ETF was born only 30 years ago. Most of the former were set-up as active funds (requiring active portfolio management) with accompanying high expenses, but eventually no-load passively managed index funds were offered, as investors balked at paying those annual fees, eating [...]
Is Carvana’s Upbeat Outlook Enough to Earn the Stock a Spot in Your Portfolio? 3 Things to Consider
Carvana (CVNA) is revving up its engines, ready to leave the competition - and all the recent short sellers - in the dust. The virtual car dealer has painted a bullish outlook for the second quarter of 2023 that has investors in a frenzy, driving share prices more than 60% higher yesterday. But what exactly happened? While the auto [...]