Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) isn’t a company that’s all about the metaverse, no matter what the company’s brass would have you believe about its name change and shift in identity. Rather, this is still a social media juggernaut, that happens to be a major player in generative AI. The metaverse, or the world of virtual and
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Discovering the best stocks to buy and hold is a key to building wealth. We can probably agree that the whole point of our collective investing journey is to create a lifetime of wealth that we can enjoy throughout our golden years. While many employ a strategy of timing the market, it’s also important to
In rough markets it’s important to keep and eye out for overbought stocks. Finding the right timing to buy and sell stocks will always be a sought-after skill by any investor searching for that holy grail. While I do believe that there isn’t one, I firmly believe that overbought stocks still provide signs of when
The stock market’s volatility this year is nothing new. Over the past three years investors saw the S&P 500 hit new all-time highs, partially thanks to the “Magnificent 7 stocks,” only to tumble sharply afterwards. Heck, since just the beginning of last year the benchmark index has dipped into bear market territory on three separate
In a dynamic investment landscape where financial stability and consistent returns are prized, the allure of dividend aristocrats is undeniable. These companies have mastered the art of maintaining dividends and increasing them year after year. Specifically dividend aristocrats are companies who have raised their dividend consistently for at least 25 years. The article explores the
Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) was once a highly promising business. However the near-term outlook isn’t great for LCID stock. Lucid Group might have visually interesting vehicles, but if it can’t sell enough, it’s going to be awfully difficult for Lucid to stage a turnaround in the fourth quarter. Furthermore, Lucid Group has ambitions in a country far
Business is great at Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), but NVDA stock is looking just a bit ragged. For the first time in years, a move up didn’t hit the old high. The August peak of $493/share was followed by an October peak of $469. But even that looks far off from the $429/share it was trading at
While Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and Elon Musk are at the top of our minds in the electric vehicle (EV) market, there are many other players worth watching out for. While investors are watching the race to make combustion engines obsolete, now is the right time to snap up the EV battery stocks that have the power
Energy companies play an indispensable role in society, fueling our homes, businesses and vehicles. But they also present intriguing investment vehicles, especially in the realm of energy stocks to invest in. As a literal powerhouse behind the global economy, the energy sector maintains its significance through utilities, transportation, and other essential services and often provides
The concept of flying cars, once limited to movies, is nearing reality with numerous companies making notable advancements. Although not yet practical, investing in these companies certainly provides the potential for significant returns over the long term. Notably, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) recently predicted the flying car market could hit a whopping $1 trillion by 2040,
Space exploration is big business and getting bigger. The market for space exploration is valued at about $500 billon today but is forecast to reach $1.88 trillion by 2032, according to market research firm Spherical Insights. From ferrying astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station and taking images of distant planets, to planning for
San Francisco-headquartered SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is a fintech market disruptor that’s still establishing itself as a competitor among U.S. banks. Hence, don’t expect to milk SOFI stock for moonshot gains in the short term. Instead, think long-term with SoFi Technologies and be prepared for a marathon, not a sprint. SoFi Technologies has gained attention lately, even
One tool that investors can easily access for any stock is analyst ratings. These ratings point you in the direction of stocks to buy and stocks to sell. Analysts generally become experts in specific sectors. They have access to corporate data and company management that retail investors do not. That means their ratings tend
sThe economy has gone through its fair share of ebb and flow throughout the past year. Concerns are mounting that the economic consequences of the Federal Reserve’s tight monetary policies might intensify in 2024. Investors hope for a “soft landing” for the United States economy and hope to avoid a severe recession. Although no longer
Finding ETFs for long-term growth should be your priority if you’re a newer investor. Even for those actively trading stocks to beat the marketing, holding a basket of ETFs for diversification is the best way to balance a portfolio and protect against sector-specific risk. In particular, diversified ETFs in your portfolio help generate exposure to
While it’s an uncomfortable topic, every investor must face the prospect of stocks to sell. Like it or not, market success doesn’t just come down to picking winners. It also involves letting go of underperforming assets before they sink your portfolio. Let’s imagine that you’re the general manager of a baseball club with a tradition
To say that artificial intelligence (AI) has been a catalyst for technology stocks is a major understatement. A new report from venture capital firm Accel found that U.S. technology companies have seen $2.4 trillion added to their market capitalizations this year from the hype and expectations surrounding generative AI. Accel’s analysis found the share prices
The hunt for the next trillion-dollar companies invariably ignites investor excitement. Moreover, the AI-led excitement in equities this year pushed tech stocks to new highs while others reversed the losses from the past year. Notably, some stocks have even doubled since their 2023 lows, demonstrating strong resilience. This trend has investors actively searching, hoping to find
Artificial intelligence (AI) is an innovative field that saw significant demand in recent months. Tools like ChatGPT have thrust AI’s capabilities into the spotlight and excited many people about the possibilities. AI is revolutionizing many industries. It is a focal point of innovation, and that means there’s money to be made. Investing in companies positioning
With Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) market share slipping a great deal in the U.S., its deliveries dropping in China, and its revenue per vehicle down about 20% from highs, TSLA stock could indeed plummet in the medium term. Luckily for Elon Musk and his crew, however, the automaker has a potential blockbuster on the way, and it