In the Savannah, one can clearly see Charles Darwin’s ideas about “survival of the fittest” in action. In the wild, animals rely significantly on their physical prowess and ability to survive and reproduce. One of the essential abilities and strengths that could make all the difference on the battlefield is speed. To avoid/win competition, animals rely greatly on speed. Animals use speed as one of their main survival strategies. They can explore extensive portions of their domains due to their rapid speed. In essence, it ensures both human and non-human animal survival. Insider Monkey discusses the list of the 15…
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Laurie H. Glimcher, the CEO of Harvard Cancer Center, discussed the issues associated with an aging population. Alzheimer’s disease affects about a third of individuals who reach the age of 85. Currently, the therapy costs $250 billion, but by 2050, the cost will have risen to over $1 trillion. More than 66% of Americans do not have a $1,000 personal savings account. This is likely to raise healthcare expenditures, preventing the next generation of workers from entering the workforce. McKinsey: The working-class-to-unemployed ratio is currently 4:1.5, but by 2050 it will be 4:2.5. Insider Monkey discusses the 25 youngest countries…
Dividends are an excellent way to diversify your investment portfolio. Individual investors can profit from dividend equities such as JPMorgan Chase & Co., Mastercard Incorporated, Abbot Laboratories, and Johnson & Johnson. When it comes to dividend equities, research has proven that yield is important. Stocks with higher yields outperform the benchmark S&P 500 index more frequently, regardless of yield. Insider Monkey takes a look at the 10 dividend stocks with over 9% yield. Antero Midstream Corporation is a storage and transportation company for oil and gas. The company is divided into two segments: Gathering and Processing and Water Handling. It’s…
In 1997, Jeffrey Gendell founded the hedge fund Tontine Asset Management in Connecticut. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Duke University and an MBA from the Wharton School. He is currently a managing member and macro-investor at Tontine Asset Management. Jeffrey Gendell owns a stake in Citigroup Inc. worth $25.60 million. Citigroup is up 38% in the last year. West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. reported earnings per share of $12.32, $0.07 higher than analysts’ expectations. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of stocks to buy now according to Jeffrey Gendell’s Tontine Asset Management. HC2 Holdings, Inc. is a global provider of…
Following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, businesses, schools, offices, and restaurants were forced to close. The emphasis shifted away from real estate investment trusts (REITs) and property stocks. The real estate sector began to recover as the pandemic subsided and vaccination rates increased. Funds-from-operations (FFOs) for all equity REITs increased by 2% in the first quarter of 2021. This gradual growth eventually resulted in a complete recovery of REIT total returns as of May 21st, 2021. One of the reasons for this recovery has been attributed to REITs’ inherent resilience. Thus far in 2021, traditional REITs have outperformed the…
The financial services sector, like many others, was severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic outbreak. However, it is one of the few sectors that has weathered the storm and is therefore expected to grow at record levels in the aftermath. Financial services are expected to rebound positively following the pandemic’s economic toll. Individual investors, hedge funds, and others are increasingly interested in financial services stocks, particularly those that pay dividends. These stocks are exempt from certain criteria, including minimum market capitalization requirements. Inside Monkey takes a look at the 10 financial services dividend champions to buy now. Westamerica Bancorporation is…
The technology sector has always been one of the most dynamic and innovative sectors of the economy, and it continues to be so. Tech stocks, like those in the medical sector, are well-known for their proclivity for reinvesting in their own growth and operations rather than paying out large dividends to shareholders. According to Forrester, the outlook for the US technology market is improving as 2021 approaches and vaccination rates continue to rise. According to the company’s latest report, this will result in the reopening of businesses and the recovery of the US economy. Software spending is expected to grow…
According to Goldman Sachs research, retail investors will invest more than $400 billion in stocks this year. The majority of retail investors began investing in stocks in 2020, according to MFA’s Marketplace Fairness report. In January 2020, these retail investors accounted for only 17% of total market trades. Within six months, that figure had risen to more than 25%. The median age of these traders is just 31 years old, and the majority use online trading platforms such as Robinhood. Additionally, these investors use social media platforms such as Reddit to discuss strategy. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the…
Michael Burry is one of the world’s most renowned short-sellers. Scion Asset Management, which he founded, manages more than $2 billion in assets. Burry correctly predicted the 2009 market crash and has made several subsequent crash predictions. The company owns stakes in consumer goods and technology. Richard Burry, a cryptocurrency investor, owns PUT options worth tens of millions against Tesla, Inc. and the ARK Innovation ETF. Between March and June of this year, the value of his portfolio increased by more than $600 million. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the 15 stocks Michael Burry is selling. Urstadt Biddle Properties…
Investors are exercising extreme caution in the face of the global resurgence of COVID-19. Nonetheless, the market has improved significantly since the downturn in 2020, when nearly every sector, particularly manufacturing, retail, and entertainment, was impacted by the pandemic-induced recession. Certain industries experienced a surge in demand during the coronavirus outbreak. Additionally, investors continue to favor technology growth stocks, electric vehicle stocks, and battery stocks. The infrastructure bill introduced by Vice President Joe Biden is boosting investor sentiment in electric vehicle, battery, and charging equipment stocks such as Blink Charging Co. Here is Insider Monkey’s list of the 15 good…
Over the last decade, the global health and fitness industry has grown at a breakneck pace. Between 2009 and 2019, the industry grew from 67.19 billion to 96.7 billion US dollars. This equates to a staggering 69 percent growth in the industry over the next decade. The US fitness club industry was valued at more than $38 billion, with over 107,000 establishments. According to Research and Markets, the home-gym apparatus market is expected to grow at a nearly 9% compound annual growth rate between 2019 and 2025. The global health market is estimated to be worth more than $1.5 trillion,…
The COVID-19 pandemic has spread to almost every country on Earth. There have been over 212 million cases, with over 4.44 million resulting in death. Governments, multilateral organizations, and private companies have invested billions of dollars in the research and development of effective vaccines. The first mass vaccination campaign will begin in 2020. Globally, 4.97 billion doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. Each day, 34.91 million doses are administered. According to Our World in Data, only 1.4 percent of people in low-income countries have received at least one dose. Insider Monkey takes a look at the 10 best-performing…