Quantum computing is an emerging field of computer science that leverages classical physics and mathematics. The field’s promise is simple: to increase the speed with which computers can do calculations. Thus, stocks in the field are highly attractive to investors in this increasingly digitized world. The most important thing to understand here is the idea
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Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) continues to be considered the creme-de-le-creme of AI stocks. The company’s business model, focused on supplying high-performance chips powering the AI revolution, makes this stock one of the pure-play options that’s a no-brainer for growth investors right now. Indeed, while competitors like Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) and other chip makers may challenge Nvidia in this
With the stock market’s wild swings and worries of recession still looming large for 2024, I understand why so many investors have turned ultra-cautious and may only consider the safest, most rock-solid stocks. That’s especially true, given the market’s steep losses last year. Indeed, no one wants to see their portfolio’s value nosedive again. But
It’s an understatement to say that Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock knocked it out of the park in 2023. With rising uncertainty, more investors are taking profits, causing this “Magnificent Seven” component to pull back in recent weeks. This price trend could carry on into 2024. Cashing out of Nvidia is trendy, but going against the grain
While the benchmark S&P 500 index is up nearly 20% since the start of this year, the equal-weight version of the index is only up 6.2%. This is because the Magnificent 7 stocks, Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), continue to play a major role in the 2023 bull run. The
Cannabis stocks are gaining more and more reputation in the market. Many companies are developing amazing products for either medicinal or recreational use. Either way it benefits the company’s growth, reputation and attractiveness to investors. Here are the three best cannabis stocks to buy in December Leafly (LFLY) Source: Shutterstock Leafly Holdings (NASDAQ:LFLY), a major
Investors often view income and growth as mutually exclusive. But, some companies defy this dichotomy. In fact, three dividend powerhouses emerge as top choices for 2024. They embody resilience, financial strength, consistent distribution growth, operational efficiency, and a sustained dividend history. Essentially, these stocks offer reliable investment opportunities in an unpredictable market. So, to those
Dividend investing is a lot easier than real estate. It takes less work to set up and manage a portfolio of reliable dividend stocks. You will also get payouts every month or quarter just by holding onto your shares. These are the main attractions that make people consider this investing strategy. However, some dividend-paying companies
Let’s address the giant pink elephant in the room regarding oil stocks to buy: hydrocarbon prices are falling like a rock. According to a recent CNBC article, U.S. crude oil fell below $70 a barrel, closing at the lowest level since June. Also, Axios pointed out that record domestic oil production helped spark the sector-wide
While all eyes may be on the usual suspects of market hype and influence, astute investors with a contrarian streak may want to consider Russell 2000 stocks. A key benchmark for the vitality of up-and-comers, the Russell 2000 is a small-capitalization market index. Specifically, it makes up the smallest 2,000 securities listed in the Russell
According to Global Market Research, the global eSports market cracked the $2 billion level in 2023. Not surprisingly, many gaming stocks have outperformed the market. Some like Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ:TTWO) trade near their 52-week highs as of this writing. You can say the growth of eSports and the red-hot gaming culture proves the law
Google “precision agriculture,” and you get more than 9.3 million results. It’s become a big part of the story around agriculture stocks and the use of technology. What is precision agriculture? “Precision agriculture is a method of farming that uses technological innovations – including GPS guidance, drones, sensors, soil sampling and precision machinery – in
Recent weeks have witnessed a cooling trend in the United States economy. They see this due to the consumer spending, inflation and the labor market decelerating. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, inflation-adjusted personal spending modestly grew 0.2% last month. Separate data revealed that recurring applications for unemployment benefits have surged to the highest
In 2023, the landscape of high-growth investments is being reshaped by artificial intelligence. As a transformative business force, AI is catalyzing innovation. It’s making the top AI stocks a magnet for savvy investors. Trailblazers like OpenAI and Anthropic are leading this revolution, witnessing a revenue explosion that mirrors the sector’s dynamic evolution. Moreover, Statista forecasts
Healthcare stocks are a great way for investors to achieve long-term wealth creation. The healthcare sector is essential to solving some of the world’s most pressing issues from heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and cancer. And to be sure, there are a number of different healthcare companies that have outperformed the S&P 500 over the last decade.
Falling lithium prices have made lithium stocks a poor investment in 2023. That’s to the surprise of many analysts who believed the market for lithium would explode higher. Instead, lithium prices are below their cost of production. The pace of demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has been slower than expected, so the demand for
The retail sector has faced multiple challenges in the current year. Some of the headwinds include inflation, supply chain disruptions, and macroeconomic concerns. Additionally, tight monetary policies have impacted consumer spending trends to some extent. Amidst these headwinds, the valuation of some of the best retail stocks looks attractive. I believe that the next year
Pet stocks are an exciting way to diversify your portfolio. These companies ride high on the tailwinds of the pet care industry, which took many analysts by surprise. For instance, the market for pet insurance has doubled over the past four years, which gave insurers an untapped market to write policies. Similarly, the pet stocks
While it’s impossible to predict the future, there are ways to evaluate stocks and make an educated guess about where their share price might be headed in the near term. Financial results, moving averages and price-earnings ratios can all be assessed to get an idea of a company’s health, the valuation of its stock and
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) finally began rolling out the long-awaited Cybertruck last week. After waiting for years to see the futuristic vehicle’s debut, fans and investors alike were excited to see it on the road. However, Wall Street analysts predict that it won’t move the needle for TSLA stock and so far, they’ve been correct. That might