The trade in technology stocks is getting more difficult. The mega-cap tech names known collectively as the “Magnificent Seven” lost a combined $1 trillion of value amid the global market rout that occurred on August 5. Chipmaker Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) lost $168 billion in market capitalization as its stock fell 6.4%, while Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Amazon
Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) certainly faced its fair share of headwinds in recent years. The company’s share price dropped 60% year-to-date as investors are looking past Intel stock to other semiconductor names with much better long-term growth forecasts. There’s plenty of precedent for such a decision. AI is real, and Intel isn’t participating in this rally as
Despite the AI-dominated tech rally over the past year, Adobe (NASDAQ:ADBE) has been a laggard in the industry. The stock is down by more than 11% year-to-date and 3.0% over the past twelve months. The sell-off in Adobe’s stock stems from its high valuation as concerns about its ability to sustain growth remain a huge
For any other company, the CrowdStrike (NASDAQ:CRWD) debacle might have spelled doom. But, as always, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock has risen like a Phoenix from the so-called ashes. It demonstrates impressive resilience no matter how challenging the market conditions are. Or the fallouts from various unpleasant events. Three key drivers – a dominant subscription business model,
For many investors, the conversation around the semiconductor industry isn’t always the clearest. Some companies are fabricators, others are designers, and then there’s Arm Holdings (NASDAQ:ARM) which is a designer for designers, which puts ARM stock in an interesting position. That’s because Arm sells the chipset instructions for some of the most sought-after designs for
It may not be the most exciting sector in which to invest, compared to tech and biotech. However, the best financial services stocks can offer a layer of stability to an investor’s portfolio like no other. But why? First, the industry itself is a multiplier of money. Firms compete for the best opportunities to expand
Riding-sharing leader Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) returned to profitability in the second quarter, easily beating Wall Street’s top and bottom line estimates on Tuesday. Even during Monday’s market meltdown and the yo-yo ride the stock market has been on afterward, Uber stock has remained strong. Shares are up 12% since Friday’s close and will likely continue
In late July, Conn’s (OTCMKTS:CONNQ) announced that it filed for Chapter 11 and would close at least 70 locations across 13 states. It quickly was added to a list of retail stocks to sell. Its shares now trade over the counter, down nearly 99% year-to-date. Fast forward to August. It is now closing all 174
Understanding business fundamentals is crucial for identifying the best stocks. In August 2024, seven companies across various sectors stand out due to their solid attributes. In specialty chemicals, a firm has grown significantly due to the high demand for its fire safety products, driven by stricter regulations. The diversified support services sector includes a company
Investing in the tech sector has yielded solid returns for investors. The Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund (NYSEARCA:VGT) has more than doubled over the past five years. It’s filled with tech stocks, but it has significant exposure to the Magnificent Seven. That’s no surprise, as these stocks also make up a large portion of the
The surge in cloud computing stocks has been one of the defining trends of the tech sector in recent years, fueled by the accelerated shift toward digital transformation and remote work solutions. However, not all clouds have a silver lining. As the market matures and growth rates begin to normalize, certain players in the cloud
After enduring a long period of high inflation and elevated interest rates, many U.S. consumers are feeling some pain, multiple data points strongly suggest. According to Axios, credit card delinquency rates rose 1.8 percentage points versus this time last year to 7.2%, and 8% of auto loans were delinquent at the end of Q2, representing
Volatility in the markets has heightened in recent weeks. However, long-term investors should embrace it since it creates bargains. Whether the low on August 5 was the bottom remains to be seen. Still, with most individual stocks down over 10%, it’s time to screen for the best blue-chip stocks whose risk-reward setup has improved. There
China-based XPeng (NYSE:XPEV) manufactures and sells electric vehicles, and the data indicates XPeng is on a positive trajectory in terms of EV deliveries. At the same time, XPeng stock is out of favor among investors. This mismatch between sentiment and reality sets up a terrific buying opportunity that probably won’t last long. Yes, there are trade tensions between
Electric vehicle (EV) companies are likely going to face a significant challenge in the upcoming months. Inflation, while slowing, is still choking investors and consumers alike and remains a key concern for the Federal Reserve’s economic policy. The premium price of a new car (used cars don’t directly impact a company’s revenue, so they aren’t
With last week’s dismal jobs report in the back mirror, the S&P 500 is currently off its all-time highs. And, there’s fear in the air that the U.S. economy might be in worse shape than anticipated- even as the Federal Reserve is now expected to begin a rate reduction of 0.50%. The result? A sell-off.
SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:SOUN) has emerged as a significant player in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. Shares of the frontrunner in voice AI have surged more than 100% year-to-date (YTD). This impressive performance starkly contrasts with the Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF (NASDAQ:BOTZ), which has declined nearly 1% over the same period. However, the
Artificial intelligence made headlines in 2024, with stocks in the space appreciating tremendously. Amid the growing adoption of technology, many companies are shelling out billions to advance their AI capabilities. According to a recent report by CompTIA, 22% of companies aim to pursue AI integration across their products. The report also found that 33% of
What do you call a growth stock that isn’t growing any more? The answers are many. You can call it a disappointment. A drain on your portfolio. A bad investment. Any of these are true of F-rated growth stocks, as evaluated by the Portfolio Grader. And in today’s market, you can ill-afford to a bad
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN), the high-profile electric vehicle startup, has been a company I’ve watched with great interest since its blockbuster IPO in 2021. As one of the most well-funded EV startups, Rivian’s journey has been closely followed by investors hoping that Rivian stock could emerge as a viable challenger to Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) EV dominance. However,
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