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Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is implementing a big round of layoffs. This is, apparently, supposed to be a sign of Microsoft showing fiscal discipline. At the same time, the company is in talks to spend $10 billion on an an artificial intelligence chatbot. These developments should be a cause for concern among MSFT stock traders. Microsoft is facing

What will 2023 look like for California-headquartered neo-banking firm SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI)? If you’re counting on a rapid recovery for SoFi Technologies, don’t hold your breath. SOFI stock is a buy but only for a tiny position as lower prices are probably on the horizon. Therefore, it’s wise to wait patiently and refrain from investing

Eventually, there may be compelling reasons to bet your hard-earned capital on solid-state lithium-metal battery manufacturer QuantumScape (NYSE:QS). Right now, however, QS stock gets a “D” rating due to the risks involved. The short squeeze potential shouldn’t appeal to sensible long-term investors. Besides, QuantumScape’s financial profile might improve someday, but it’s not particularly impressive right now.

Countless firms across America have begun to fire workers after two years of generally robust labor force growth. Firms had largely been reluctant to fire workers despite weaker-than-expected economic momentum in the first half of 2022 due to the difficulty of finding qualified workers, as the pandemic led to a decline in the labor force.

The stock market has been enjoying a nice winning streak lately, as it continues to scratch and claw its way higher. Amid this tough market though, it’s got investors wondering what the hot stocks for tomorrow will be. Some days it’s an economic report. On other days, it’s an earnings result or investor meeting. For

Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) potential investment in an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot is a hot topic on Wall Street now. Yet, MSFT stock traders should consider the implications carefully before pressing the “buy” button. There’s also earnings season coming up, and it’s not a sure bet that Microsoft will hit a home run this time. During the days

SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI), like other speculative growth stocks, has rallied thanks to the latest signs that inflation is easing. In recent trading days, SOFI stock has climbed back out of “penny stock territory,” (under $5 per share). Shares could also continue to inch higher over the next two weeks or so, ahead of the fintech

Stocks of electric vehicle (EV) makers were battered in 2022. Chip shortages, supply chain bottlenecks, Covid-19-led disruptions in China and macro headwinds took a toll on the industry. Yet, the long-term prospects for EV companies remain attractive due to growing consumer interest, favorable regulation and tax credits to boost EV adoption. Strategic research provider BloombergNEF

Now more than ever, it seems like investors are glued to the financial news. Not just because it’s interesting, but because we’ve been in a tough bear market for the past 12 months. It’s got investors wondering what’s happening today and what are the hot stocks for tomorrow. With earnings season underway, focus on the

Invariably, with the Federal Reserve forced into the unenviable task of taking away the monetary punch bowl, certain stocks to avoid would come up based on mass layoffs. Effectively, the earlier response to the coronavirus pandemic led to a dramatic rise in the real M2 money stock. However, inflation didn’t become particularly pronounced until people

Are you ready to spin the wheel and take a chance on Bally’s (NYSE:BALY)? Not so fast, as BALY stock could continue to lose value in 2023. A turnaround in macroeconomic conditions would certainly help Bally’s recover from its slump. Yet, the company’s fiscal figures should set off some alarm bells for cautious investors. Don’t get

Is it possible to gamble and win in the world of investing based on cool-looking cars and a dream of disruption? Perhaps, as California-headquartered electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) is among the most disruptive automakers around. Yet, MULN stock isn’t the type of asset you’ll want to take an oversized position in. It’s a

This week, shares of low-quality meme stocks jumped on renewed retail interest. Struggling chain Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ:BBBY) jumped 240%, while Party City (NYSE:PRTY) would rise 90%. And having followed these stocks for the past several years at InvestorPlace, here’s one thing I’ve learned: People love making tons of money. (And preferably with little

2022 was brutal for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, and investors of Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) really got slammed. This, however, opens up the possibility that LCID stock is trading at an attractive price point. It certainly adds interest and intrigue that a sovereign-wealth fund recently added nearly $1 billion to its investment in Lucid Group. That’s

Shares in Quantumscape (NYSE:QS) may have been hit hard by the 2022 stock market downturn, but so far in 2023, QS stock has been on a tear, soaring more than 33.5% since the first trading day of the year. So, is this the start of a comeback for this electric vehicle battery technology play? Not so

Tilray (NASDAQ:TLRY) stock could rise or fall in 2023, based on whether American legislators make progress with pro-cannabis bills. While TLRY is a Canadian company, it sells cannabis-related products throughout North America. Thus, U.S. marijuana laws are highly relevant to Tilray and its stakeholders.  So far, this looks like a steep uphill battle, and that’s bad news

There are several reasons why it’s best to steer clear of Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG,NASDAQ:GOOGL) shares. Among these various reasons, a key one that could affect the future performance of GOOG stock is rising competition. High competition is having a greater impact on Alphabet’s cloud computing and streaming segments. However, not even its bread-and-butter search advertising segment

Folks who held shares of Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) stock had a rough ride last year. Will 2023 be any better? The outlook is dim, and perhaps a bit grim, as Rivian’s cash position isn’t ideal. Plus, supply chain disruptions could continue to cause problems for the automaker. Frankly, you probably won’t want to load up

While it’s always risky to go against the masses, certain short-squeeze stocks for contrarians to consider may perform surprisingly well. Invariably, even the collective sometimes gets things wrong. Certainly, if everyone bets on the same horse, the subsequent individual reward (if any) would be significantly limited. And that’s part of the reason why going against

In 2022, I was able to greatly reduce my stock portfolio’s losses by shorting several U.S. equities. I found it fairly easy to find favorable stocks to short, as the valuations of many companies were ridiculously high last year, and many stocks were pricing in scenarios that almost certainly would never materialize. For example, I