Investing Strategies

August 2021

The 21st-Century Pearl Harbor Moment

August 26, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

Today, many of us already think of the COVID-19 pandemic as another tragedy that “will live in infamy.” And while the pandemic and Pearl Harbor are very different in many ways, one thing is clear. Historians will look back at both as the beginning of considerable changes to our society and economy.

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​​​​Three Cybersecurity Stocks to Start Your Day

August 5, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

As I noted yesterday, cybersecurity remains a must-own sector for investors. Moreover, this defensive sector is the backbone of the 21st-century economy. I want to break down cybersecurity at greater length today and offer a few great stocks.

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The Forever Investment Series, Vol. 3: Play Defense and Profit

August 4, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

During the COVID-19 pandemic, companies cut back on spending and workers. Budgets were changed at Fortune 500 companies and every mom-and-pop shop that you know. All except for in one industry. There were no cuts to defense spending. And those stocks performed very well over the last year. So, what does that tell you about the market? You should always play defense.

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July 2021

Defensive Stocks? Recession-Proof? I Like These Names

July 30, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

In the event that we see weaker economic growth, we want to know the best defensive stocks to play. Today, I want to talk about three of our favorite “recession-proof” stocks that you can add to your watch list or start adding to your portfolio today.

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The Forever Investment Series, Vol. 2: Aging Populations Present a Recession-Proof Trend

July 29, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

In major developed nations, the population of people 65 years old or more is growing at a fast pace. This swell of older humans creates an important trend. Even when the markets teeter and fall, you can protect your money by investing in the universal trend of aging populations and the various products and services that cater to life extension.

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The Forever Investment Series, Vol. 1: The World Will Always Need Energy

July 26, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

Since the beginning of human civilization, the growth of our society has inevitably been accompanied by one thing: the energy demand. Whether it’s for heat, light, or mechanical assistance, the growing energy demand has been a constant throughout history. And at almost every stage, investing in the energy-generating technology of the day has been a brilliant idea.

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Can You Handle a Zero-Sum Market?

July 23, 2021TradeSmith Research Team

Today we’re sharing a guest editorial from Jeff Clark, editor of Market Minute, at Legacy. As everyone starts to hold their breath in anticipation of a bearish turn in the market, he’s talking about an interesting pattern that can help people find profits even in a stagnant market. We think you’ll be interested in what he has to say.

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