While pulling back in more recent trading days, Oracle (NASDAQ:ORCL) has so far stayed in the green during 2023. A major announcement shows that Oracle stock offers exposure to AI growth. However, this announcement is just the tip of the iceberg. Oracle is investing billions in other ventures to take advantage of this lucrative growth
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These are troubled days for the stock market. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), often referred to as Wall Street’s fear gauge, is spiking amid rising concerns that interest rates will remain higher for longer as inflation proves sticky and the U.S. economy slows down. In the past month, the VIX has risen 22% and is
Walmart (NYSE:WMT) stock is a behemoth in the retail world and is known for its everyday low prices. When the economy faces turbulent times, Walmart stock has a proven track record of weathering economic storms. The company’s resilience, innovative strategies and steady expansion make it a brilliant investment in the long term. Perfect for those
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock has certainly been one of the most frustrating plays for investors to own over the past five years. The strong momentum abruptly stopped in 2022 as stocks plummeted with rising interest rates. The company prioritized profitability last year and was rewarded by the market, but this year has been challenging. Meta’s
The tourism sector was among the worst impacted due to the Covid19 pandemic. However, as global travel and tourism now booms, tourism stocks are hot favorites. This view holds true for the short term as well as the long term. In fact, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels. Furthermore, international tourism hit
Most investments are filled with uncertainty. You could put your money into a CD or a high-yields savings account to minimize your risk, but these accounts don’t pay as well as stocks. While stocks can go down, they can deliver tremendous upside for long-term investors. Index funds and ETFs can simplify the process of investing. These funds take less
In practically any market environment, utility stocks make sense. As I’ve said countless times before, bad things happen when people flip the switch and light fails to emerge. Further, short of food and water, nothing could be more critical than essential services. However, when the economy – while booming in one respect from the blistering
Finding a needle in a haystack is how one might describe locating profitable investment prospects. But despite the uncertainties, three exceptional equities have drawn the interest of wise investors because they provide viable avenues for accumulating wealth. The first one is a shining example of sustainable transportation, with a projected revenue increase of 40–50% in
With the global economy facing uncertain times, investors ought to position themselves in top blue-chip stocks. No, aligning yourself with the biggest publicly traded companies doesn’t guarantee you anything. However, it should help you sleep a little easier at night. For one thing, the top blue-chip stocks are well-known enterprises, obviously. As mature businesses, it’s
High interest rates seem to be plaguing many sectors of the economy. The electric vehicle space perhaps received the most coverage, but several renewable energy sectors are reeling from elevated rates. The hydrogen sector is one of them. Not only are there many startups firms in the space, but for more established firms, creating viable
The telecommunications industry saw an uptick in demand due to the expansion of 5G networks and fiber optic infrastructure. This industry also has recently faced a fair share of challenges ranging from geopolitical tensions and inflation. However, the telecoms industry has now seen a rebound due to the growing need for connectivity and IoT services.
A wide range of markets in the United States are experiencing a period of uncertainty in the wake of stubborn inflation rates reflected in the hotter-than-expected consumer price index (CPI) data reported for March. However, the fast food industry has continued to show its resilience. This is why fast food stocks are such a great buy.
Battery stocks have been depressed in the last few quarters. That does not come as a surprise, with the electric vehicle (EV) industry facing macroeconomic headwinds. Further, overall EV adoption has been slower than expected. I, however, believe the long-term outlook for the industry remains positive. The correction presents a good opportunity to accumulate potential
Investors spend the extra effort to research growth stocks and construct their portfolios with the hopes of outperforming the stock market. It’s possible for some growth stocks to become multibaggers for patient investors. However, these same stocks may go through sharp declines on the way to their full potential. Investors should look for corporations that
Broader stock markets are getting slammed this month. But investors finally have a shot at buying, at better prices, the same AI stocks that enjoyed breakthrough Q1 rallies. Those with long-term mindsets could get more value as they pursue the market’s most intriguing AI plays. This could prove profitable while they’re on the descent. Following
Quantum computing technology and applications across sectors are advancing rapidly; the market is predicted to grow over 32% from 2023 to 2030, attracting attention toward multibagger quantum computing stocks. Furthermore, industry developments such as IBM’s (NYSE:IBM) 433-qubit Osprey processor represent a substantial advancement in quantum computing, enabling complicated calculations beyond traditional computers. Amidst this, an
In a recent article about ETFs, I wrote about the Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF (NYSEARCA:SPHQ), a passive index fund looking for stocks in the S&P 500 with sound fundamentals. Interestingly, not one of the 102 holdings was Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock. That made me question whether Amazon is a “quality” stock. A high-quality score requires
2023 was a record year for ransomware attacks, with companies like MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) suffering largely publicized attacks. Despite the efforts of companies and regulators, this trend isn’t slowing in 2024. The only defense will be more investments in cybersecurity, which will benefit top cybersecurity stocks. Although regulators are trying to crack down on
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) fell hard before it announced earnings on April 25, finishing the trading day below $400 per share. But thanks to blowout earnings that beat estimates things are looking up. Analysts were expecting earnings of $2.82 a share, up just 15% from a year ago, with revenue of $60.8 billion, but Microsoft stock surprised.
The transportation sector literally helps to drive the U.S. economy forward. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the transportation and warehouse sector made up of planes, trains and automobiles contributed $1.7 trillion to the economy in 2022 (latest statistics available). That equates to 6.7% of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP). Employment in transportation