Technological breakthroughs continue to dominate the minds and imaginations of investors in the stock market. The rise of AI technology has fueled rapid change, especially in the e-commerce, digital media and fintech industries. Although there’s plenty of revolutionary growth to come, and tech stocks may take time to reflect this growth, there are still some
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If you want portfolio exposure to the future of artificial intelligence (AI) compatible hardware, then Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock is all you need. Right? Not necessarily, as Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD), commonly known as just AMD, is also a key competitor in the AI arms race. Hence, it’s entirely reasonable to own equal dollar amounts of
The selloff in stocks continues. The downturn that began in August and accelerated in September is ongoing as we near the end of October. Since Aug. 1, the benchmark S&P 500 index has declined 7%. The drop in equities has largely been broad-based with few names or sectors spared. That said, there are a few
In an uncertain crypto market, investors continue to debate whether this year’s recovery is for real. After all, the crypto sector has been through the ringer over the past couple years, after surging during the risk-on pandemic-era rally. Many of the more speculative projects have effectively fallen apart recently. However, some of the largest and
Everyone in the business media has a suggestion or two of what stocks Warren Buffett should buy or companies Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A, NYSE:BRK-B) ought to acquire. I’ve written several articles about Warren Buffett stocks in the past year. It’s hard not to do when Berkshire had $147 billion in cash available as of June 30.
You may not realize it based on mainstream market reporting the past few years, but EV stocks are more than a handful of high-risk speculative plays riding Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) coattails. Instead, if you’re bullish on the EV industry – as you should be, despite broader economic effects putting pressure on EV stocks – you should take a step back
Blockchain stocks are still popular despite Blockchain and decentralization being terms thrown around quite loosely these days. There are numerous reasons behind the popularity of the concepts. For one, globalization plays a big part as global sharing of human capital is on the rise. Unfortunately, the centralized banking ecosystem isn’t equipped to handle the speed
Hydrogen energy is still trying to find its space within the world’s energy grid. Unfortunately, relatively higher costs have prevented hydrogen energy from receiving as much investment as solar and wind projects. The Inflation Reduction Act passed by the Biden Administration in 2022 provides both tax incentives and subsidies to clean energy projects, and this piece
Dividend kings are companies that have raised their dividends for at least 50 consecutive years. Most of the companies that have achieved the latter milestone have had strong, growing businesses, excellent balance sheets, and sound fundamentals during most or all of the last 50 years. Without the latter characteristics, they would not have been able
Bank stocks have danced to a relatively volatile rhythm over the past year, with market downturns and growing withdrawals having orchestrated a rather challenging environment. However, there’s more to the U.S. banking sector’s symphony than meets the eye. Despite facing a myriad of challenges, including slowing loan growth due to pricey borrowing, rising deposit costs,
We all need to have a little fun when things around the world are getting pretty serious. So let’s talk about some Thanksgiving stocks. I’m writing this about six weeks before Thanksgiving Day in the United States. With due respect to Christmas, this is the country’s biggest holiday. Every year, investors try to assign meaning
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an invaluable tool for investors seeking an edge in today’s data-driven markets. By analyzing vast amounts of data and identifying patterns and insights that humans cannot, AI empowers investors to make smarter decisions about which stocks to buy, sell, or hold. As we look ahead to 2024, some of the
In 2023, AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) navigated a tumultuous journey, witnessing a staggering year-to-date decline of over 60%. Despite these challenges, AMC’s narrative is not one of despair but rather a testament to its resilience, showcasing the company’s ability to overcome obstacles and, for AMC stock — new perspectives on the horizon. Examining AMC Entertainment’s options chain offers
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) continues to lead the AI chip market, holding a rather impressive and lucrative first-mover advantage in many high-performance chips. With an incredible surge in interest around artificial intelligence technology, NVDA stock has skyrocketed year-to-date. However, since peaking at just over $500 per share, Nvidia has seen its stock price dwindle to around $415
In the glitzy realm of music and entertainment, Taylor Swift isn’t merely a name; she’s a powerhouse, an economic dynamo. Every investor is now searching for the stocks to benefit from Taylor Swift and her massive influence on pop culture. That’s not just a fusion of pop culture and finance — it’s a nod to
Companies constantly seek innovative ways to secure their financial futures and ensure sustained value growth in the business landscape. This article delves into the strategies of three distinct companies. Each thrives in their unique sectors through strategic partnerships and forward-thinking initiatives. The first one is at the forefront of the energy storage revolution, driven by
Investors would be wise to keep an eye out for megatrend stocks. Megatrends have a global impact and tend to play out over multiple business cycles. Those shifts have important impacts on megatrend stocks and set up certain sectors to thrive over the long term. Those megatrends include artificial intelligence, digitization, climate change, aging populations
The search for high-growth stocks may have taken a pause, for many investors. Rising interest rates have reduced the allure of growth companies relative to profit-generating dividend stocks. Additionally, recession risks have risen considerably in recent years, leading some investors to focus on tilting their portfolios in a defensive direction. With that said, there are
Hydrogen stocks could be some of the most explosive opportunities heading into the new year. For one, we already know major investment banks believe hydrogen could become a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity. Two, President Biden just invested $7 billion to build seven new hydrogen hubs throughout the U.S. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Energy:
Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) has endured a rocky start to 2023, but the tech titan now looks poised to rebound in my view. The botched launch of chatbot Bard disappointed many investors. However, Google seems to be emerging as an AI winner despite early stumbles. With rock-solid positions in search and video, sustainable growth lies ahead. Let’s