For much of 2023, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock news was positive, but more recently, much of it has been of the negative variety. The market’s enthusiasm for AI stocks continues to cool. High interest rates are making investors hesitant about tech stocks, which, based on traditional valuation metrics, appear pricey in a world of 5% interest
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In the dynamic world of investing, Cathie Wood stocks continue to draw both bullish advocates and bearish critics. Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest isn’t your conventional ETF or mutual fund manager. Wood’s innovative strategies, emphasizing disruptive technologies and bold startups, led to massive gains during the pandemic. Her flagship exchange-trade boasted triple-digit returns during the pandemic
It’s been a challenging few years for the consumer discretionary sector, but with the all-important Christmas shopping season on the horizon, many investors are looking for hot holiday stocks to capitalise. The post-thanksgiving sales may not be the one-day event they once were, but the final few weeks of the fourth quarter are as important
If Detroit automakers like Ford (NYSE:F) are bringing you nothing but anxiety and disappointment, I invite you to take a trip to China. I don’t mean literally, but only in your portfolio’s holdings. China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) is growing is sales rapidly there, and LI stock could zoom higher even if U.S. automaker stocks fall flat.
Cathie Wood, the brilliant mind behind ARK Invest, is known for her unique ability to spot disruptive trends in stocks. Her investment strategies have made waves in the financial world, and millions of investors eagerly follow her every move. This article offers an exclusive look into Cathie Wood’s investment playbook. I will zoom in on
You don’t have to make big bets to retire early. Investors cannot control total stock returns, but an overemphasis on this factor can result in investors either getting super lucky or ending up extremely disappointed. This notion has led us to create out list of blue chip stocks on sale. The optimal approach is to
Even if you don’t believe in Santa Claus, there’s plenty of reason to believe you can fill your stockings with A-rated stocks to buy this quarter. After all, history is on your side. Stocks are more prone to rally at the end of the year, increasing nearly 80% of the time. After all, the holiday
While the innovation sphere experienced a dramatic rise in attention, the fear of holding the bag might lead more investors to consider the (possible) virtue of targeting de-risked tech stocks. That’s a euphemism I picked up somewhere. In English, this means these securities suffered massive body blows in the market. Ordinarily, you should avoid crimson-stained
Investors are getting another education on volatility. It’s been a white-knuckle roller coaster ride since the pandemic hit. Stocks crashed, then soared, then crashed again. Then for most of this year, the market roared higher, only to pull back again. Particularly during down markets, investors turn to dividend aristocrats to buy. That’s because stocks that
Most stocks are down on the year and the major United States indices are endanger of giving up the gains they achieved this past spring as we progress through the fourth quarter of 2023. With the exception of a handful of technology stocks tied to artificial intelligence and a couple of pharmaceutical companies that have
Dividends have been a significant contributor to total shareholder returns. According to S&P Global, they have contributed about a third of the S&P 500’s total return since 1926. Dividend stocks also pay cash that can be a reliable supplement to your income. If you want to boost your passive income stream, dividend stocks are a
George Soros, the seasoned billionaire known for his audacious bet against the British pound in the early ’90s, remains influential in the investment world. With a track record that spans decades, Soros’s talent for identifying standout investments is legendary. As we approach 2024, the anticipation around George Soros stocks intensifies, with investors worldwide keen to
Stock predictions by AI (artificial intelligence) are becoming more popular with investors. More actively managed ETFs are launching driven by AI. Three examples are QRAFT AI-Enhanced U.S. Large Cap Momentum ETF (NYSEARCA:AMOM), AI Powered Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:AIEQ) and BTD Capital ETF (NYSE:DIP). I recently discussed DIP. The ETF uses artificial intelligence to exploit dips in a
The stock market has entered a correction. The S&P 500 has slipped 10% from its prior highs, falling back to levels last seen in May. And other parts of the market, such as small-cap stocks, look even worse. There are many reasons for the selling, including inflation, interest rates and mounting geopolitical tensions. However, a
It is undeniable that the world is shifting to electric vehicles. Major automakers have substantially ramped up their production, with certain companies even doubling their annual output. It’s prime time to invest in the best EV stocks now, because, in the future, almost every driver will be behind the wheel of an electric vehicle. Without
When buying long-term dividend stocks, I would primarily look at three important factors. First, the amount of dividend payout and the dividend yield the blue-chip stock is delivering. Further, the visibility for capital gains to estimate the total returns from the stock in the long term. I would also look at the company’s growth outlook.
Picking growth stocks for the next 10 years is not easy, because the stock market changes seemingly every second. Still, some growth companies can be trusted for a long period, and they have the potential to increase your future wealth significantly. As the stock market is back on track after a turbulent few years and
While penny stocks offer high potential gains, they are among the riskiest sub-$5 investments an investor can make. The low stock price penny stocks offer often reflects weak business models, high debt, and uncertain prospects. Regardless, finding hidden gems is every investor’s dream. However, low-priced and less regulated penny stocks can be volatile, especially for
Does it feel like something is amiss in financial markets? Like something big is coming, but you don’t know what? If so, we think your hunch is right. Something big is coming to Wall Street. And the world’s most powerful people and companies are betting the farm on it. So, what’s on the horizon? A
While 2023 was a year of relative outperformance for equities, select high-growth stocks saw their growth slow due to uncertainties like recession fears and higher interest rates. That said, there are many who believe the outlook for 2024 appears promising, as inflation eases and the economy strengthens. Amidst uncertainty about interest rates and recession risks,