The tech-heavy Nasdaq index was one of the best-performing exchanges in 2023. Just six weeks into 2024, it may be headed for a repeat performance. The index is up approximately 7% and the story is the same for the top tech stocks. That means a focus on artificial intelligence (AI). In 2023, companies made
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It’s very easy to see why investors continue to be so interested in Quantum computing stocks. The field of quantum computing promises to break through the limits posed by classical computing. Those bottlenecks act as a constraint on computer science fields such as machine learning. With that said it’s easy to then see why quantum
This past week brought more good news for the Democratic Party. Suburban voters in New York state’s 3rd District successfully flipped the Congressional seat previously occupied by expelled former Republican Representative George Santos. Democratic candidate Tom Suozzi enjoyed an impressive almost 8-point victory, defeating GOP challenger Mazi Pilip, receiving just under 54% of the vote.
Right now, while most of us are just going about our daily lives, some of the world’s most powerful people are architecting the future. (And no, I’m not talking about any backdoor deals going down in Washington, D.C.) I’m talking about a $7 trillion plan to enable AI’s global takeover. Maybe you think of
Cloud computing has revolutionized how we access and protect data. This technology has helped organizations become more efficient and keep costs low. Additionally, it has paved the way for greater flexibility and scalability in managing information and fostering innovation in the ever-evolving landscape of data management. All of this combined has made cloud computing stocks a
Cathie Wood stocks make headlines for their potential to be at the leading edge of disruptive technologies and generate high returns. Yet, Wood’s flagship ARK Innovation ETF (NYSEARCA:ARKK) has declined 8% year-to-date (YTD). On the other hand, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 have gained 3.9% and 4.6%, respectively. Now, several of her portfolio companies present
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is near record highs as the stock rally that began in spring 2023 continues. Comprised of 30 leading blue-chip stocks that are representative of the U.S. economy, the index is often referred to as the “Dow 30.” While the index might be at record levels, it has reached those heights
Despite recent fluctuations and concerns, the future of the U.S. economy appears positive. Following the pre-Covid boom, the Covid-induced crash, and a too-hot recovery with rising inflation, the economy is now in a healthier phase. Recent reports indicate that inflation is gradually decreasing, employment is growing, and wages are on the rise, suggesting that the
High-yielding stocks often fall short on capital appreciation while growth stocks rarely offer dividends. Investors who mix the best traits of each asset will end up with dividend-growth stocks. These assets have several growth catalysts and the means to raise cash flow at a high rate. Investors won’t get the best cash flow now, but
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) surprised the stock market recently by announcing it would pay its first-ever quarterly dividend. The owner of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp said the payout will be 50 cents per share, or $2 per share on an annual basis. That works out to a yield of about 0.4% at current prices. It’s not
Have you got $1,000 burning a hole in your pocket? You’re not alone. Most of us have a little extra cash from time to time, and of course, we want to see it grow. If you like risk and you want to turn $1,000 into $1 million, it is always better invest in actual businesses
In the stock markets, where major tech players typically capture investors’ attention, hidden-gem VR stocks lie in wait for discovery. The investment landscape has been evolving, and the growing interest in VR has caught the attention of savvy investors. In 2023, both the VR market and AI reached peak popularity, leading to multiple success stories
February 14 was indeed a great day for Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) as INTC stock surged 2.5%. The company also laid out some plans to open a chip facility in Ireland with $2 billion in funding for the project. This is central to my INTC stock outlook. The company’s IDM 2.0 transformation progress is evident in the
The S&P 500 keeps hitting new record highs this year. It dipped the other day as new inflation data all but killed the hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in March. Yet consumer confidence is growing the economy won’t crash, which suggests the broad-based index will eventually shrug off the sour price news.
February means Valentine’s Day and romance. But if you’re stubbornly holding F-rated stocks to sell in your portfolio, you’re just setting yourself up for heartbreak. The stock market is off to a solid start this year, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average up 2%, the S&P 500 index up nearly 5%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq
Down 25% so far this year, the Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock outlook isn’t fantastic. The company looks to be at the beginning of a long-term decline as the company loses market share amidst growing competition in the electric vehicle space. Tesla was the sole mass producer of fully electric vehicles for over a decade. Tesla sold
In the rapidly evolving tech space, the exertion for innovation often leads to the intersection of quantum theory and corporate strategy. Among quantum stocks, these progressive companies are shaping the future. These entities represent not just opportunities but the edge of technological advancement in quantum computing. From the first one’s diversified portfolio to the second
Can you actually make money with environmental, social and governance (ESG) plays or so-called ethical stocks? Legacy interpretations imply that ethics and profits go together like water and oil. After all, motor racing leagues penalize corner-cutting antics; otherwise, everybody would attempt to secure an advantage. However, it may be a fallacy to assume that business
After running into some February jitters earlier this week, the market may be poised for stronger returns, which then incentivizes the narrative for hidden-gem stocks. For whatever reason, these ideas just simply don’t feature on Wall Street’s radar. However, if I’m reading the tealeaves correctly, they could be due for some serious gains. Now, before
Technology companies are one of the stock market segments with the most significant growth and investor attention. The benchmark ETF for the tech sector is the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLK). It has $62 billion in assets under management, and the top three companies within the ETF are Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), and Nvidia