3 “Strong Buy“ Stocks Riding a Momentum Wave

3 “Strong Buy“ Stocks Riding a Momentum Wave

Some stocks are quick to grab our attention. These may be companies with the next ‘in' thing, in society or technology, or they may be stocks that bring a high dividend, or they may be the stocks that have shown strong recent gains.

Let's talk about that last, because following the fast-growing stocks is a strategy that many investors prefer. Call it momentum investing; seeking out the stocks that have built up a head of steam in their recent gains – and are poised to keep going. It's a financial market version of Newton's first law – an object in motion will tend to keep moving.

Capitalizing on the inertia of fast-growing stocks can bring solid returns to your portfolio; the hard part is determining which such stocks are in the for long term, and are one-hit-wonders.