With the sudden influx of protocols based on artificial intelligence, it’s only natural to ask one question: which are the top AI leaders so that daring investors can profit? According to Grand View Research, the global AI market size reached a valuation of $136.55 billion in 2022. From this year till 2030, experts project that
Stocks to buy
Without question, tech has been the best-performing group so far in 2023. Understandably, that’s got investors looking at the best tech stocks to buy. At the same time though, that does create a tough situation. On the one hand, investors want to stick with what’s working. The mentality of “The trend is your friend” has
Welcome to another week of Hypergrowth Investing, folks! With earnings season underway, we’re laser-focused on companies’ first-quarter results and what that means for stocks going forward. As we’ve mentioned previously, in the first three months of this year, both the labor market and consumer spending were quite resilient. And those two factors should support strong
Welcome to earnings season! Pay close attention over the next few weeks because this may be the most important earnings season in recent history. How this earnings season plays out could determine where stocks go over the next few months. It all boils down to basic math. Market Check-Up The S&P 500 is currently sitting
There are multiple signs that inflation is rolling over, while consumer spending remains strong and corporate earnings are beating expectations. Meanwhile, the so-called credit crunch many investors have feared really isn’t materializing. Thus, right now may be an excellent time for investors to find high-quality stocks to buy. On the inflation front, the Producer Price
Suffice it to say that not everyone is a fan of Elon Musk, the CEO of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). Some folks would even claim that Tesla’s best days are in the rearview mirror. However, this isn’t the time to give up on TSLA stock. Tesla could make mincemeat of its rivals in the
With cyberattacks on the rise, investors may want to consider some of the top cybersecurity stocks to buy. For one, the world still isn’t prepared for more – which is ridiculous. Last year, cyberattacks were up 38% over 2021, according to Check Point Research. Worse, Cities, hospitals, schools, corporations, small businesses, and even U.S. government
If you’re looking for new stocks to watch in 2023 for potential breakout opportunities, the most logical options would be new initial public offerings (IPOs). According to Renaissance Capital, there have been 36 IPOs year-to-date. They have raised $2.4 billion in proceeds through April 15. StockAnalysis.com says there have been 53, more than 39% less
Just about everything is cyclical. That’s true of the market and growth stocks in particular. Growth stocks thrive in low-interest environments. Such an environment existed from the period following the great financial crisis all the way up to early 2022. Keeping interest rates close to zero resulted in strong growth stock performance. Runaway inflation forced
What is impact, exactly? It’s a very subjective term so impact to me is not the same thing that it is to another person. But in my mind, the most impactful blockchain projects are those that have the potential to truly change the way we use money and control over that money. That’s broadly a
I believe that there are penny stocks to buy in Q2 for a potential double from current levels. The first quarter of 2023 has not been easy for money making. However, based on company and industry specific tailwinds, there have been penny stocks that have surged by over 100%. For example, Riot Blockchain (NASDAQ:RIOT) stock skyrocketed
The macroeconomic outlook remains highly uncertain but you still find some of the best income stocks that offer juicy yields and strong upside potential. The Federal Reserve continues its campaign to bring down inflation. The war rages on in Ukraine, and geopolitical tensions are mounting between the U.S. and China. Investors have a lot to
In a world where so many individuals have the goal of making their money work for them, investors look to dividend-paying stocks to create a stream of passive income for retirement Sounds great, right? Buy stocks now that will eventually appreciate over time, and create an income stream that should also theoretically grow alongside said
Investing in growth stocks can be an ideal way to build wealth, but knowing which stocks to buy is critical. Investors are often tempted to pick stocks that are down and trading at a discount, but if you intend to buy and hold, you need to pick stocks geared toward growth. Buying high-quality companies is a recipe
2022 was a forgettable year for financial markets. That also included several of the most popular innovative stocks. In fact, those cutting-edge stocks, usually favored by maverick stock-picker Cathie Wood, were down more than 50% last year. Naturally, against a backdrop of ballooning interest and inflation rates, few, if any, would’ve favored innovative stocks. The turn
If you are looking for some excitement in your portfolio, you might be tempted by high-risk, high-reward stocks. These are the stocks that can soar to the moon or crash to the ground, depending on how the market perceives their growth potential and profitability. Although the economy is in a relatively good state so far,
Heading toward the midway point of the year, the unique dynamics associated with the post-pandemic new normal sets the stage for certain stocks to watch. That is, brewing fundamental and technical factors appear to favor fortuitously structured or positioned enterprises. While it’s a bit risky to be bullish at this juncture, some ideas might be
Heading into unchartered territory in the market, investors may take comfort in acquiring the most undervalued stocks. Primarily, the less-popular enterprises offer the advantage of being exactly that: not hogging the spotlight. On the other hand, those entities that courted significant investor dollars may be due for a correction if a downcycle materializes. Second, a
Which company is winning the artificial intelligence (AI) arms race? As a developer of the hardware that’s needed to drive AI applications, the emerging winner is definitely Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Nevertheless, cautious investors should sit tight and wait for NVDA stock to come down to a more reasonable price point. OpenAI ushered in the generative/conversational AI revolution
Although a much-debated topic, investors should at least consider shifting toward defensive stocks to buy ahead of a potential downcycle. Notably, Morgan Stanley analysts warned about U.S. recession risks prior to 2023. Naturally, these fears only accelerated due to the recent bank failures. If that wasn’t enough, the Federal Reserve has a bear of a