The artificial intelligence (AI) game shows no signs of slowing. In fact, we’re still in the early innings. Even Analysts at Bank of America say AI is on the brink of an “iPhone moment” and could boost the global economy by $15.7 trillion. It could also send AI stocks to higher highs. For just an
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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer a fairly straightforward and cost-effective way to gain exposure to real estate. Typically, two different types of publicly-traded REITs exist. One is an equity REIT which is a company that invests primarily in income-generating real estate. The other is a mortgage REIT which will acquire mortgage-backed securities as well
Everyone and their dog is looking for millionaire-maker stocks that could set them up for life. The truth is, it’s not so hard to find them. The difficult part is being able to hold them for 30 years to allow the miracle of compounding to take effect. Most people don’t have the diamond hands necessary
Travel is rebounding across the U.S. After two difficult years during the Covid-19 crisis, record air travel was predicted during the recent Fourth of July weekend.In fact, hotel occupancy rates are back near or above pre-pandemic levels. This is great news for travel stocks that were previously decimated a few short years ago. Hotels were
Supported by artificial intelligence (AI), the semiconductor industry is thriving. It has immense growth potential, and investors seeking long-term value creation should be looking for semiconductor stocks to buy and hold. This article contains the top contenders in this space. These companies have positioned themselves strategically to capitalize on key growth drivers, including the logic
Quantum computing happens to be one of the most promising technologies of the 21st century. The tech has investors searching for the best quantum computing stocks. It has the potential to solve complex problems that normally slow down classical computers, such as optimization, cryptography, machine learning and simulation. However, quantum computing is still in its
Many momentum stocks reward investors in the short term. These stocks tend to outperform the broader market during new developments, such as lower inflation readings and strong economic reports. However, some momentum stocks also have reliable underlying business models. These types of high-growth stocks can present attractive long-term opportunities. Stocks like Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) have rewarded long-term
The hydrogen industry is rising to prominence in the global energy complex, responding to the growing demand for clean, eco-friendly energy solutions. The sector is not only shaping the future of energy but also offering enticing opportunities for those interested in investing in hydrogen. The industry stands on the brink of significant growth. According to
As you’re surely aware, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has moved relentlessly higher this year so far. This is probably due to the market’s hype over artificial intelligence technology. It might seem overdone and irrational, but risk-tolerant financial traders might still have valid reasons to stay invested in Nvidia. Cautious investors can wait for a 20% pullback in Nvidia
With the price of crude oil down 40% from a peak of $122 per barrel reached in June 2022, the good times look to be over for energy stocks. While the S&P 500 Energy Index is down nearly 10% this year, the broader benchmark S&P 500 index is up 18%. The share prices of most
The last time I wrote about high-yield ETFs was in early July, when my focus was dividend ETFs whose yields were higher than the iShares Select Dividend ETF (NASDAQ:DVY). At the time, that yield was 3.71%. I’m going way higher in today’s edition and searching for three of the top high-yield ETFs. Given interest rates are
With actors and entertainment writers on picket lines, now may seem like an odd time to be recommending streaming stocks. In fact, a recent CNBC headline declared, “The media industry is in turmoil.” “Traditional TV is dying. Ad revenue is soft. Streaming isn’t profitable. And Hollywood is practically shut down as the actors and writers
Artificial intelligence (AI) is aiming to revolutionize the healthcare sector, forging a new era of medical innovation. As we dive into the realm of the top AI healthcare stocks, it’s imperative to understand the game-changing potential of this technology. According to a Markets and Markets report, the global AI healthcare sector is forecast to cross
Artificial Intelligence (AI) exploded in 2023 as generative AI programs, including ChatGPT and Bard, entered the mainstream. Therefore, the machine learning stocks that allow computers to learn without being explicitly programmed are receiving renewed attention. Machine learning is a subfield of AI and isn’t analogous to the broader field of AI but rather a part
Generally, conservative investors may want to stay away from regional bank stocks. While financial sector investments tend to be wise in arguably most circumstances, the sector crisis we incurred just a few months ago still weighs heavily. According to the AP in May, the banking industry still suffers from worrying stability concerns. Nevertheless, the red
Crude oil has been in a downtrend in the last few quarters. An increase in interest rates and heightened recession fears have contributed to this move. I, however, believe that the worst of the correction is over. From an investment perspective, some of the best oil stocks are trading at attractive valuations, making it a
While it’s not hard to find scorching hot enterprises in relevant sectors (such as artificial intelligence), their rich premiums tend to incentivize a contrarian pivot toward the top value stocks to buy. According to Investopedia, a value stock represents shares of an enterprise that seemingly trade at a lower price relative to fundamental metrics, typically
It seems like we just rang in 2023, and unexpectedly, we’ve already found ourselves in its second half of the year. Consequently, it’s time for investors to set their sights on the upcoming year, particularly directing their attention toward promising tech stocks. Indeed, technology stocks displayed impressive performance in the year’s first half. Considering their
Quantum computing is a technological field that utilizes superposition to accelerate computing speed. Stocks in the field are inherently interesting as our digitized world benefits from any increases in the speed at which computations are done. Quantum mechanics deals with matter at small scales at which physical properties change. Matter exhibits characteristics of both particles
This July, some of the hottest investment opportunities lie in EV charging stocks. Their potential to drive gains is robust, and getting a leg up on understanding this space could prove advantageous. AI technology has also identified certain EV charging stocks as having growth potential. To identify these EV charging stocks, I asked Google’s AI