Growth stocks continue to lead the market higher and reward shareholders with solid returns on their investment. While the Magnificent Seven stocks continue to get most of the credit for the market’s ongoing rally, there are many stocks that get less attention that are also posting strong growth and helping to inflate their shareholders’ portfolios.

Growth companies are a vital addition to any investment portfolio as they tend to experience above-average returns compared to the general stock market. The category of growth stocks is very appealing to investors because it provides the possibility of increased profits. Investors should also be aware that certain growth stocks may be drastically overvalued due to the

Some fintech disruptors in the stock market are looking to disrupt the future of finance. These companies are leveraging cutting-edge technology to revolutionize how individuals invest, trade, and manage their finances. By harnessing artificial intelligence, machine learning algorithms, and more, they should also be at the front of investors’ minds. Investing in these companies not

Recently, more and more companies are offering AI-powered solutions and products every day to ride the wave of AI stocks. Yet for investors, this can be confusing, as just because a company claims to incorporate AI, doesn’t necessarily mean profitability. Now, more than ever, understanding the value an AI brings to a technological product or service is

Thestart of February saw a bit of a deja vu for regional bank stocks, with New York Community Bank (NYSE:NYCB) shares crashing. Capital One (NYSE:COF) also announced plans to merge with Discover Financials (NYSE:DFS), underscoring the continued industry consolidation. However, periods of volatility often create opportunities. Following the acquisition, speculation of further deals involving other

Even after aggressive contractionary monetary policies by the federal reserve, inflation has remained relatively stubborn. Supply-chain issues and an increase in price of agricultural commodities are some factors that have contributed to high inflation. Data from the U.S. indicates that rising rents have contributed to higher inflation in the recent past. With macroeconomic headwinds coupled

With Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) poised to become one-half of a chip-making duopoly and the company also well-positioned to get a gigantic boost from the continued, rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence, INTC stock looks very attractive for long-term investors. More specifically, Intel recently revealed that one of the world’s largest tech firms had agreed to use INTC

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) is back again making shareholders juicy returns. The company’s share returned a staggering gain of 240% last year, and Nvidia’s Q4 earnings report beat Wall Street’s expectations. Currently, the shares of NVDA stock have risen nearly 60% on a year-to-date basis. Shares in the acclaimed chipmaker could continue their meteoric rise as AI solutions stay in

Artificial intelligence (AI) is still the hottest trend in 2024. After capturing investor imagination last year and sending almost every AI-adjacent stock skyward, the market may be ready to take a closer look at individual company potential.  For example, shares of C3.ai (NYSE:AI) are down 40% from their 52-week high as the AI software platform

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) blew through the trillion-dollar valuation threshold after reporting its best-ever quarterly results. Yet it’s not the first time the social media influencer has attained a $1 trillion market capitalization. This will have big implications for META stock holders. Meta joined the elite club back in 2021 but that was as good as

Politically, America is bitterly divided. Democrats fear and despise former President Trump, while Republicans have similar sentiments about President Biden. Most Americans are paying close attention to election coverage, and that number will only increase as we near November. Since a media outlet’s audience sizes dictate ad costs, well-known election coverage firms and political stocks

Google and YouTube parent Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) didn’t look like a winner in the generative artificial intelligence arms race following Bard’s release. However, now that Gemini is replacing Bard, Alphabet has another chance to compete successfully in the AI-software arena. With that, GOOG stock provides immediate and direct portfolio exposure to AI technology in 2024.  Furthermore,

U.S. inflation rose unexpectedly in January, fueled by surging rental housing costs, putting a damper on imminent interest rate cuts. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) saw a 0.3% increase, with shelter expenses contributing significantly to the jump. Hence, this situation underscores the importance of inflation stocks, offering investors a strategic hedge against rising prices and

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) clearly capitalized on the generative AI growth trend during 2023. However, make no mistake, this was anything but a “one and done” event that boosted MSFT stock. Based on the latest headlines, the “Magnificent Seven” component remains poised to level up on last year’s success. This points to Microsoft continuing to deliver top

Small-cap tech stocks are one of the best ways for long-term “buy-and-hold” investors to create lasting wealth. Think about it – today’s Magnificent Seven were once small-cap tech stocks in their own right, but today prop up the entire market. For an easy example, look to Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA): in 2010, the company was firmly in

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock now represents the world’s fourth-largest company, and the third-largest in the U.S. If the chip maker can gain roughly 4.5% from current levels, it will surpass Saudi Aramco, leapfrogging another absolute behemoth in the company’s quest to become the largest company in the world. At this growth rate, I wouldn’t rule it