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The release of OpenAI‘s generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, ChatGPT, set the world on fire with the technology’s nascent potential. Yet the practicality of Nvidia‘s (NASDAQ:NVDA) chips, which allow AI to function to its full potential, arguably showed investors how they could profit from it. Nvidia stock became a rocket. Just this year its shares

Investors will look back on 2023 as the year when artificial intelligence (AI) went mainstream. But as the calendar gets ready to turn to 2024, the question is how investors should approach the future of AI, particularly as that future relates to AI stocks.  For context, you can look back to the dawn of the internet.

The holiday shopping season is off to a rip-roaring start. Industry data shows that consumers spent a record $9.8 billion shopping for Black Friday deals this year, and a record $12.4 billion shopping during Cyber Monday. On average, consumers spent $321.41 on holiday-related purchases over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, with toys, electronics, and gift cards

In the dynamic world of investment, Cathie Wood is a name that shines brightly. Wood, born in 1955, began her career in finance in the late 1970s. She gained recognition for founding Ark Invest ETFs in 2014, known for investing in innovation and disruptive technology. Renowned for her keen eye for pioneering and disruptive companies,

The past few years have been a trial for many of us. It started with the pandemic which led to global supply chain issues and then high inflation. Having dealt with high interest rates, lower consumer spending and global economic concerns, it finally feels like the economy is improving. Inflation is cooling, and we could

The Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF (NYSEARCA:LIT) shed over 15% of its market value since the turn of the year, suggesting the lithium industry is subject to systematic headwinds. Although lithium stocks have surrendered value, we need to put matters into perspective before committing to long-term investment decisions. Firstly, consider that, like most commodity prices,

November through January are broadly considered to be peak holiday season. These three months are characterized by increased retail spending, travel and tourism, and splurges on luxuries. This includes a spending binge on casinos, online gambling, and iGaming. Therefore, from a seasonal perspective, investors consider exposure to some of the best gambling stocks. With positive

Quantum computing stocks should be on your radar. The vast potential of quantum technologies means we’ll likely witness dramatic progress in AI, IoT, and clean energy technologies. These computers will give us the needed horsepower, but the tech is presently under a competitive research and development environment. Regardless of the speculative nature of quantum computing

In the massive realm of investing, space tourism stocks are capturing the attention of forward-thinking investors. This emerging industry, once a distant dream, is now a robust market sector teeming with massive potential. As companies venture into the cosmos, investors are on the lookout for space stocks offering promising growth and innovation. These investments represent a tangible opportunity for

Low-price stocks are the favorite of retail investors. It’s understandable, as there is scope for diversification even with a small corpus. However, in general, low-price stocks come with big risks. The exposure, therefore, must be limited to avoid potential capital losses. Fortunately, stocks under $10 represent companies with good fundamentals. Investors will not lose sleep

The economy is showing strong signs of improvement as we get into the holiday mood. Investment choices are many, but investors with a limited amount need to conduct thorough research. Diversification is the key if you are a beginner and starting with $1,000. This is one of the keys when thinking about the best ways

Hypergrowth stocks have endured a rough couple of years. While big tech names saw a comeback rally, smaller, high-growth companies struggling through growing pains didn’t get the same lift. I believe that’s because Wall Street is playing it safe, shying away from investing in unprofitable firms with tons of potential. However, this is an opportune

In 2023, electric vehicle (EV) sales are expected to make up about 9% of auto sales, according to Atlas Public Policy, as noted by the Associated Press. That’s up from 7.3% in 2022. It’ll be the first time more than a million EVs have been sold in the country in a single year. In China, EVs made up

Temperatures are getting lower, at least in most of the United States. The Farmer’s Almanac predicts above-average snowfall for much of the U.S. and colder-than-normal weather. There will be many days, it seems, where the best thing you’ll be able to do is sit by a fire and bask in the warmth of your dividend

Wireless technology and semiconductor specialist Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) isn’t a member of the prestigious “Magnificent Seven” group of large-cap technology companies. Yet, investors shouldn’t ignore QCOM stock. Qualcomm provides growth, value, and yield, making it appealing to everyone. Qualcomm also has an artificial intelligence (AI) angle, which we’ll discuss in a moment. When all is said and done, you’ll

This December the chances of a Santa Clause rally are looking thin, so it’s worth stuffing your portfolio with long-term stocks that will deliver in the new year and beyond. Picking a buy-and-hold stock can be a big responsibility because it means you’re willing to wait out some ups and downs along the way. That’s

It’s been one year since the United States Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which, among other things, promoted the use of clean energy sources like solar panels. The bill pumped millions of dollars into solar farms, electric vehicle production, and other such projects. At the same time, it offered consumers discounts for installing solar

When many investors often think of growth stocks, it’s the mega-cap tech giants that dominate the discussion. That’s for good reason. Many top tech stocks have outperformed the market for a long time. So, investors are loading up on market cap weighted index funds to capture these returns. However, plenty of high-growth opportunities extend beyond

This holiday season, instead of the types of gifts you would normally give to your grandchildren, you may instead want to think of stocks to buy for your grandchildren. Doing so could end up being the gift that keeps on giving, in more ways than one. For starters, gifting your grandchildren stocks can be a

If you believe in the power of seasonal trends, the concept of The January Effect stocks might pique your interest. Fundamentally, the hypothesis suggests that at the beginning of the year, equities feature a tendency to rise more than in any other month. Typically, this idea tends to focus on small-capitalization enterprises, which was the