Did cybersecurity companies win second-quarter earnings season? It certainly appears that way after nearly all of the leading cybersecurity companies beat Wall Street forecasts, sending their share prices up 10% or more as a result. While mega-cap tech stocks posted mixed Q2 results, and disappointing retailers complained about in-store theft, cybersecurity firms hit one homerun
Last week, I mentioned in my article how C3.ai (NYSE:AI) is a significant player in AI, but its high valuation draws investor scrutiny despite its potential. This is a company that’s certainly polarizing, and for good reason. As far as companies viewed as battlegrounds in the artificial intelligence discussion, AI stock certainly makes the list
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) had a turbulent 2022, plunging from a high of roughly $380 per share to the $88 level, and then more than tripling in early 2023. At around $300 per share at the time of writing, META stock has certainly become one of the come back stories investors like to see. Those who
Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) stock is up more than 80% so far this year and a technical analysis is appropriate here. I don’t consider myself a technical analyst, but technical analysis matters. Traders look to technical analysis to drive their day. Whether a stock is at the top or bottom of its trading range tells them
It’s the question everybody wants to know: Are meme stocks dead? Well, according to an August report from the Associated Press, apparently not. After trudging through a rough environment of stubbornly high inflation and the subsequent rise in borrowing costs, retail investors may be ready for another bite at the apple before year’s end. To
Transportation is a classic contender in the investment realm that often goes unnoticed. It might not have the glitz of newer sectors, but it stitches together over 5% of the U.S. GDP, translating to $1.3 trillion annually. For savvy investors, the search for the best transportation stocks begins here, blending tradition with tremendous potential. Moreover,
In this article BLMN Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT An Outback Steakhouse truck sits parked outside a restaurant in New York. Daniel Acker | Bloomberg | Getty Images Company: Bloomin’ Brands (BLMN) Business: Bloomin’ Brands owns and operates casual, upscale casual and fine dining restaurants in the United States and internationally. Its restaurant portfolio
Stig has invited legend investor Chris Bloomstran from Semper Augustus to teach us how to value Berkshire Hathaway on today’s show. Semper Augustus has an outstanding track record with a CAGR of 9.2% after fees (10.0% before fee) since his fund’s inception on 2/28/1999 compared to 8.1% for the S&P500. There is no one in
With inflation persistently bringing costs higher and a recession looking likely, it’s easier to find retail stocks to sell rather than buy. Any company that was struggling with stagnating growth or shaky financials is probably entering a tailspin in current conditions. Retailers tend to feel the sting of a recession more acutely than other companies
Boeing: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/BA?cid=CS-YOUTUBE-FT-VID Raytheon: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/RTN?cid=CS-YOUTUBE-FT-VID Defense stocks are locked and loaded for earnings season and this week we have two of the sector’s most important players, Boeing (BA) and Raytheon (RTN). Which of these aerospace and defense giants is looking more promising heading into earnings? Follow us on StockTwits: stocktwits.com/ZacksResearch Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ZacksResearch Like
Investing in the best utility stocks might emerge as a remarkably steady choice in a constantly evolving market environment. Undeniably, utilities are the unsung maestros, orchestrating a seamless flow of electricity, natural gas, and water to our homes. Sheltered beneath the steadfast umbrella of regulatory guidelines, they’ve proven to be remarkably reliable investments over the
In today’s dynamic market, many investors are paying attention to the healthcare sector. The segment is known for its resilience and potential for growth. The ongoing global health crisis has only heightened this focus. Many are now seeking the best healthcare stocks to add to their portfolios. Numerous giants in the sector are trading at
Half the fun of investing in stocks is digging through the markets to find undervalued gems and under-the-radar stocks with long-term potential. At the same time, markets are complex and the depth of information available is overwhelming. “Paralysis by analysis” is a real affliction. It particularly affects newer investors as they learn how to separate
Growth stocks tend to be riskier than blue-chip stocks, but investors can reap some of the highest returns with these assets. While growth stocks often get hit hard by market corrections, these are the types of stocks that can double or triple within a few years. Cathie Woods’ growth-centric funds demonstrate how quickly growth stocks
Just a handful of stocks are responsible for the stock market’s rally this year. The so-called Magnificent 7 stocks are responsible for 73% of the S&P 500 gains this year. If you eliminate the performance of the top 10 stocks in the index, the rest are performing at break-even. But that’s what can happen when investors
Global defense spending hit a record high of $2.24 trillion in 2022. The Russia-Ukraine conflict and East Asia tensions are influencing increases in military expenditure. These geopolitical dynamics spell a favorable operating environment for the best defense stocks. The war in Ukraine has already depleted arms inventories for the U.S. and European nations. As we
Plenty of stocks have rebounded in 2023, with Nasdaq 100 up about 35%, emphasizing the dominance of blue-chip giants. Blue-chip companies offer strong business models and consistent returns, often with increasing dividends, making them appealing to conservative investors. Diversifying portfolios with these world-class stocks can provide stability during market turbulence, even for risk-tolerant investors. Accordingly,
Tech stocks have had a solid 2023, with the large-cap firms putting in especially strong numbers year-to-date (YTD). However, there are problems on the horizon. Consumer electronics demand has fallen, with products such as smartphones and TVs seeing a sizable decline from 2021 levels. The Federal Reserve continues its tight monetary policy, and interest rates
Regarding cybersecurity, the rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence produces great risks and tremendous opportunities. Among the risks are “data poisoning,” which involves hackers corrupting the data used to train AI systems, and the theft by hackers of “AI models.” By stealing the models, the hackers can replicate the systems’ behavior and carry out harmful activities. But luckily,
If GameStop (NYSE:GME) were an ordinary company, its second-quarter results released on Thursday should have been a triumph. Net sales of $1.16 billion represented a 2.5% increase from the previous year, and net losses were cut to a mere $2.8 million — a rounding error for a company that lost $50.5 million the quarter before.