Tech stocks are surging ahead, leveraging the artificial intelligence revolution to outshine broader markets. With the S&P 500 boasting a 25% gain fueled by AI’s promise, it’s safe to say that tech stocks had a monumental run last year. However, with calls of a potential AI bubble burst this year, it’s imperative to use Wall
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The quest for the best tech stocks to buy remains a top priority for investors. However, those with smaller portfolios might make the rookie mistake trying to maximize their accounts rather than seeking out high quality companies. However, the truth is that you can still find high quality growth stocks, but the returns might be
Stock markets are soaring. With positive vibes in the air, traders are giving penny stocks a second look in hopes of locking in some quick gains during this major bull market run. However, folks should still proceed with caution. Most penny stocks end up with low share prices due to some major structural problem with
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) shares jumped 15% in early afternoon trading on Feb. 22. The NVDA stock analysis leading into the AI-focused chip designer reporting its Q4 2024 results suggested a massive quarter was likely. CEO Jensen Huang didn’t disappoint and up went its shares to an all-time high of $781.54 before falling back slightly as the day
Romantic comedies seem to be a dying breed of film. Last year, rom-coms, as the movies are known, grossed a total of $86 million at the global box office. That was down from $310 million in 2018 and $835 million in 1999. Studios appear to making fewer rom-coms these days, opting instead for low-budget horror
In my Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) stock analysis, I noticed that the company has outperformed every one of its U.S.-listed Chinese EV peers over the past year. That includes Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), down more than 2% over the past 52 weeks compared to a 45% gain for Li. What’s the company’s secret? The past year has been
Industrial stocks tend to get overlooked in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven markets. Many view them as boring relics of the past — not sexy or exciting enough to warrant attention. However, I believe that perception is about to change significantly. A handful of industrial Internet of Things (IoT) stocks are poised for massive growth as they
In this article BRK.A OXY Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger at press conference during the Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, April 30, 2022. CNBC Berkshire Hathaway‘s Warren Buffett said his sprawling conglomerate may only slightly outperform the average American company due to its sheer size and the
This past week, the world’s leading AI chipmaker – Nvidia (NVDA) – made it abundantly clear that the AI Boom is here. And the party’s just getting started. The tech firm reported that its revenues rose more than 260% in the last quarter of 2023. And management also said that revenues will rise another 230%
Retail stocks continue to underperform. Year to date (YTD), the S&P Retail Select Industry Index is up 0.35% compared to a 7% gain in the benchmark S&P 500 index. Over the past 12 months, the S&P retail index has risen 7% versus a 27% increase in the S&P 500. The main reason for the poor
In this article BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Warren Buffett tours the grounds at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha Nebraska. David A. Grogan | CNBC Warren Buffett shared a heartfelt tribute to the late Charlie Munger, calling his business partner of 60 years the architect of today’s Berkshire Hathaway. In
Warren Buffett ahead of the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholder’s Meeting in Omaha, NE. David A. Grogan | CNBC Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday reported a big rise in operating earnings in the fourth quarter, thanks to huge gains in its insurance business, while its cash pile expanded to record levels. The Omaha-based conglomerate posted operating earnings
Earlier in February, The New York Times reported on changes IBM (NYSE:IBM) has made to its pension plans that will likely save it millions in payments to its employees. This was the first time I’d read anything about the move. However, new stories about the subject started popping up as early as Nov. 7. Russell
The AI trade is alive and well, as Nvidia’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) earnings proved on February 21. It was one of the most awaited earnings reports this earnings season. Fortunately, the chip maker, regarded as the bellwether of AI stocks, delivered solid results. At a macro level, generative AI remains a priority spending area for companies. After
Solar stocks continue to present intriguing opportunities for investors looking for growth potential. This February edition highlights three companies that stand out for their innovative approaches and strategic moves in the market. Each of these companies has demonstrated significant potential despite the challenges and volatility inherent in the solar industry. The recent headwinds battering the
The Russell 2000, an index tracking the performance of small-to-mid-cap companies, ended 2023 in better shape than when it started. In particular, Russell 2000 stocks 16.8% in 2023, below that of both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices, which appreciated 24.2% and 43.4%, respectively. The index had been trailing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq since then. In 2024, the Russell
Chinese stocks have struggled, as indicated by the downtrend in the Shanghai index. It’s also noteworthy that the index has remained sideways (amid volatility) in the last five years. The reasons for depressed valuations include macroeconomic challenges and geopolitical factors. However, there is no doubt that several quality stocks in the Chinese market have overreacted
The future of the U.S. economy looks promising. Recent data indicates a significant increase in productivity, reminiscent of the economic boom experienced in the mid-1990s. Technology advances and the widespread adoption of hybrid work models contribute to this positive trend. If sustained, this surge in productivity could lead to higher wages, improved company profitability and
Though small-cap stocks tend to outperform large-caps as a collective investment class, that truism hides a key risk when investing in small-cap stocks. There’s little barrier to entry, practically speaking, to public listing (and the few barriers are easily avoided, as in the case of SPAC mergers). This means that companies with limited prospects or
Investors have always searched for signs of bullishness in stocks that the market has discounted. The pursuit of value is never-ending. Those who can find bullish sleeper stocks among shares plagued by bearish sentiment stand to make a lot of money. Two of the stocks discussed below are plagued by bullish sentiment. Each of those