Investing in renewable energy stocks presents an opportunity for environmentally conscious investors seeking outsized returns. Companies operating in the solar, wind, and hydrogen sectors are seeing rapid growth as the global economy transitions to cleaner energy sources. The renewable sector was largely impacted by higher interest rates and ongoing supply chain disruptions in 2023. This
With the U.S. presidential election just months away, cannabis could be a hot button issue. For one, according to a recent Gallup poll, about 70% of U.S. adults say cannabis should be legal. Two, U.S. governors are strongly urging President Biden to reschedule cannabis, which could easily send cannabis stocks screaming higher. In fact, in a letter, several
It’s been an interesting year for enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) company C3.ai (NYSE:AI), to say the least. Even though the market was obsessed with machine learning in 2023, AI stock made big moves in both directions. This is likely to persist in 2024, but if you can handle the ups and downs, then feel free to take
Battery stocks should be on every investor’s radar. These companies have great upside potential and are helping us transition to a carbon-free energy model. The global shift towards renewable energy and electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating, making battery technology more crucial than ever. In this article, we’ll discover three battery stocks that are strong buys.
With Chinese electric-SUV maker Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) selling more EVs in China than Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and LI stock trading at a rather attractive valuation, LI stock is clearly a buy in my book. Also noteworthy is that Li is already profitable, unlike most EV startups. Also, a recent, investment by a Middle Eastern firm in
Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock has been on a tear thus far in December. After making a relatively big move during November it continues its assent. As a result, this AI chip contender has hit a new 52-week high. To many, it may seem as if shares could keep rallying, with the stock re-hitting its
On Dec. 1, I argued that SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock was a buy. Mainly, because the market’s near-term concerns about SOFI stock had resulted in shares falling to a price that was more-than-reasonable compared to this neobank’s long-term prospects. Soon after laying out the bull case, sentiment for SOFI shifted rapidly. Within weeks, shares surged
Electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO) had a challenging year in 2023. China’s uneven recovery from Covid-19, waning EV demand and fierce competition in the new-energy vehicle space created problems for Nio. Looking ahead to 2024, investors shouldn’t expect any miracles and NIO stock only deserves a less-than-stellar “D” grade. As you may recall, Nio posted a 4,556.7 million RMB
This wasn’t a blockbuster year for folks who invested in Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) stock. The prospects for Lucid Group next year aren’t promising. The best grade we can give it is a “D” and we’re not recommending it for the new year. Lucid Group is testing its investors’ patience. Stifel analyst Stephen Gengaro argued that Lucid is “two
“Window dressing” is when portfolio managers adjust their holdings at the end of the year to create a more favorable impression. For this practice, savvy investors have a profound influence emanating from three tech stocks for a December rally. As the year draws close, market participants keenly observe these companies’ strategic moves, financial reports and
The past 12 months were a rocket ride for Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock. Shares doubled in value as the Magnificent 7 component helped set the pace for the gains realized by the entire S&P 500 index. Unfortunately, next year isn’t shaping up to be quite as magnificent. Instead, it’s going to be more like 2022 for
Growth stocks give investors the opportunity to beat the market. These stocks can help investors retire sooner and achieve their financial goals. However, growth stocks tend to have more risk and involve extra hours. You have to stay on top of growth stocks and look for hidden opportunities. However, it can be worth the effort
The rise of autonomous vehicles (AVs) and artificial intelligence stocks is paving the way for a pretty interesting 2024. If 2023 was about large language models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, 2024 might be the year that self-driving technologies kick it up a notch. Undoubtedly, we’ve seen plenty of hits and misses in the self-driving market over
When discussing the current top technology stocks, artificial intelligence and machine learning often get used interchangeably. They are closely related, but should be considered as two distinct technologies. Machine learning is primarily concerned with the algorithms and statistical model development required for AI to function. In other words, machine learning is necessary for artificial intelligence.
While Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) is a giant among social media titans, the company can continue to evolve and grow. As META stock develops features to enhance its already robust apps, META stock can head much higher even after posting supersized gains in 2023. Furthermore, as discussed momentarily, a prominent analyst group determined that Meta Platforms is well
When it comes to housing, the markets are still bearish. Interest rates are still high, and players wait for an early rate cut before moving. With 30-year mortgage rates below 7%, it’s no coincidence that builders’ sentiments are still down. However, according to the National Association for Home Builders, recent macroeconomic data still points to
Diversifying your portfolio is undoubtedly part of the rules of a good investor. In the big world of publicly traded companies, not all companies are 100% likely to be successful and generate the expected returns. One way to accomplish this diversification is thru taking positions in under-appreciated AI stocks. These top AI stocks could tentatively
To borrow an old but pertinent Benjamin Graham/Warren Buffett concept, investors should be fearful when others are greedy. That’s a tough principle to apply with Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock because it’s a good, solid company. Yet, even this stock can’t just keep going up without a downward retracement, so caution is advised. This will have important implications
Compared to this past year, 2024 is expected to be much better for the economy, and that means it will look even better for the stock market. As we approach the new year, it is time to take a good look at your portfolio and look for stocks that fit your goals. If you are
The future of the U.S. economy appears to be optimistic. The Federal Reserve has signaled a potential shift towards interest rate cuts in the coming year, providing relief to American households grappling with high inflation. Additionally, the Biden administration’s hope for a “soft landing,” characterized by decreasing inflation without a significant increase in unemployment or