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OPEC expects the world oil demand to increase by 2.32 million bpd this year. Moreover, Chinese oil demand is increasing due to the relaxation of the country’s COVID-19 curbs. OPEC expects Chinese oil demand to grow by 710,000 bpd in 2023, up from last month’s forecast of 590,000 bpd. Despite the promising growth potential of […]

(Please enjoy this updated version of my weekly commentary originally published April 7th, 2023 in the POWR Stocks Under $10 newsletter). The first quarter of 2023 is officially in the books. And man, was it a weird one. Pretty much the only thing anyone seems to have correctly predicted is that it was LOADED with

The auto industry is evolving as it adapts to growing market demands and challenges associated with electric, autonomous, and hybrid vehicles. Despite the near-term challenges, vehicle sales might witness stable growth this year. Therefore, investing in auto stocks PT Astra International Tbk (PTAIY) and Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG), which have demonstrated high performance, could

Thanks to the rising interest rate environment, financial stocks are in a sweet spot as rising interest rates help financial companies, primarily banks, and insurers, expand their top line. However, not all financial stocks are well-positioned to benefit from the rising interest rates. To that end, it could be wise for investors to avoid financial

The telecom sector has been able to maintain its growth despite macroeconomic challenges by taking advantage of the high customer demand. With lingering macro uncertainty, it may behoove investors to shift their attention toward quality telecom stocks like Telefonica Brasil S.A. (VIV), Telekom Austria AG (TKAGY), and VEON Ltd. (VEON) this year due to the

Generally, with high inflation, housing, and other real estate asset prices rises. However, the consequent rise in mortgage rates tends to put downward pressure on demand for real estate as debt becomes expensive. Given the current macroeconomic backdrop of high inflation and interest rate hikes, we think Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (HASI), Equity

In 2008, fintech company Visa Inc. (V) went public in a banking climate that was similar to today’s following the collapse of Bear Stearns. Its IPO raised $17.90 billion and was the largest sum of proceeds for a US IPO at the time. Despite regulation, competition, and merchant lawsuits concerns, the company’s brand is well

Due to inelastic demand, medical businesses are nevertheless robust. On top of it, given the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, the aging population, and rising health awareness, new drugs and solutions are in line for development at full tilt. Moreover, with rapid technological advancements, the medical industry is expected to witness significant growth in the

Over the recent past, GameStop Corp. (GME) has captured the attention of many investors due to its volatile price movements and popularity on online forums. While some investors have profited significantly from the short-lived rallies on premature hopes of a pause in interest rate hikes, others have suffered large losses. So, if you are tired

(Please enjoy this updated version of my weekly commentary originally published March 23rd, 2023 in the POWR Stocks Under $10 newsletter). Market Commentary  So, in addition to the POWR services I run, I also head up this options trading newsletter called Income Trader. And our picks are based on this amazing, proprietary, Charles Dow award-winning