A string of subpar second-quarter earnings reports is hurting the stock market. The technology-laden Nasdaq index fell 3% (more than 500 points) after the initial financial results from mega-cap tech companies disappointed. However, the poor results are by no means limited to technology concerns. Restaurants, airlines, healthcare companies and some financial institutions have delivered earnings
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While the most common current examples of artificial intelligence (AI) are the large language models (LLM) like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) Copilot, the future of the technology is likely far more multi-faceted than question-and-answer chatbots. Moreover, the current involvement of various tech companies in the development of AI means that some future AI stocks
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Sometimes, the success of a company can take the stock so high that it pushes investors away. It is due to this reason that the management announces a stock split. While a stock split does not change anything in terms of the fundamentals of the company, it makes it easier for investors to own the stock. 2024 has been the
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The rotation out of technology stocks appears to have been short-lived. With second-quarter earnings season underway and the mega-cap technology companies reporting their results, we’re reminded yet again why tech stocks lead the market and are the best growth securities that investors can own. Whether it’s artificial intelligence (AI), cryptocurrencies, cloud computing, streaming, or e-commerce
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Uncovering the best game-changing stocks to buy is a true holy grail for achieving considerable financial returns while investing. Here are three standout companies ready to shift the valuation landscape. Understanding their fundamental strengths may lead to sharp and strategic investment decisions. To begin with, the first company on the list is experiencing high top-line
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While the overall market hovers near an all-time high, retail stocks lagged. Take the SPDR S&P Retail ETF (NYSEARCA:XRT), for instance, the largest ETF in the space, which has yet to reclaim its 2021 highs. In fact, several major retail stocks have seen further dips recently. This divergence from the overall market likely presents a unique
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Restaurant stocks have been hit rather hard in this inflationary climate. Thanks to customers’ resistance to higher prices, the pricing power of various fast-food firms has proven somewhat limited recently. However, I do think waning inflationary pressures and price rollbacks could help the quick-serve restaurant and fast-food firms stage a much-awaited comeback. Sure, some restaurants
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