How to start picking stocks

CNBC’s Jim Cramer advised beginner investors on how to successfully begin picking individual stocks. Stock picking is not simple and requires substantial research, he said, stressing that it’s essential not to shoot blindly. Instead, it’s wise to invest intentionally and put money into stocks and sectors you’re familiar with.   “You want to get started? […]

How to transfer shares from one demat account to another? A step-by-step guide

The practice of transferring shares from one demat account to another has become widespread. Whether prompted by changing brokers, consolidating investments, or gifting shares to family members, understanding the process of share transfer is crucial for investors. Exploring what share transfer entails and learning how to execute transfers between demat accounts can greatly benefit investors […]

How to construct your portfolio for maximum income in retirement

Attractive bond yields have been a boon for investors, such as retirees, who want to generate income from their portfolios. Yet, those who want to live off the income generated by their investments — without selling any stocks — may want to reconsider how their portfolio is set up. An efficient portfolio typically focuses on […]

How to play Japanese stocks, finally hitting a new high after 34 years

You think the S & P 500 at an historic high is something to celebrate? Imagine how the Japanese feel. Japan’s Nikkei 225 index , a price-weighted index of 225 Japanese stocks, has also hit an historic high. But unlike the S & P 500, which has been hitting historic highs regularly, it’s been 34 years […]

How to make money investing in software stocks, according to Trivariate Research

Investors looking to make money in the software space may want to consider this winning strategy, according to Trivariate Research. “Own Software stocks with low but accelerating revenue growth: Our work shows this is by far the best way to make money in software,” wrote founder Adam Parker, highlighting a basket of stocks that have […]

How to play Edge AI, according to UBS

ChatGPT’s late 2022 debut may have set off the early innings of the artificial intelligence arms race, but UBS says investors should start focusing on this next leg of growth. “We think the introduction of generative AI to edge devices has the potential to stimulate positive mix changes … and could also pull-in replacement cycles […]

How to play the next stage of AI in 2024, according to Canaccord Genuity

Canaccord Genuity is laying out some names poised to capitalize on the new stage of AI set to unfold in 2024. “Enthusiasm for AI’s potential to improve human life and create business value has captivated investors and played a meaningful role in recent market optimism,” wrote analyst Susan Anderson. “As we enter 2024, we anticipate […]

How to Reach Shoppers When They’re Not in the Mood to Shop

The US economy grew by a sterling 4.9 percent in the third quarter, but many young consumers are convinced they’re living in what TikTok has dubbed the “silent depression.” It’s more than just a Gen-Z catchphrase: For the past two years, the US economy was buoyed by strong spending despite mounting inflation and rising costs […]

How to use the stock ‘new high’ list

CNBC’s Jim Cramer revealed one of the methods he uses to find winning stocks: The “new high” list. This list shows stocks that are hitting new 52-week highs, and Cramer said it can be a good place to start researching worthwhile investments. “Watch for stocks that have pulled back from the new high list, especially […]

How to trade around a core position

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said he knows he usually tells investors to own stocks for the long haul, not trade for gains in the short-term. But trading around a core position is a basic and useful discipline, he said. When trading around a core position, investors maintain a long-term investment – the core position – but […]