The tech market is surging, with a remarkable 40% year-to-date increase in the Nasdaq-100 Technology Sector. The buzz around high-growth stocks in fields including AI and cloud computing is palpable. These advancements fuel Wall Street’s bullish stance, and the enthusiasm is set to continue into the next year. With the New Year fast approaching, savvy investors are
“Mark my words: a combination airplane and motorcar is coming,” said Henry Ford. While Ford was ridiculed for the idea 83 years ago, no one’s laughing anymore. Nowadays, many are fighting for a piece of what could be a potential $1.5 trillion opportunity with flying car stocks. “Flying cars could initially gain market share from cars
After this year’s strong stock price performance, what lies ahead for Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)? That’s a question on the minds of many, given the number of headwinds that could negatively affect the performance of TSLA stock during 2024. These headwinds could cause less stellar results for the undisputed EV market leader. Sentiment for TSLA shifted back
Among AI stocks, both high-profile and more under-the-radar, Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) continues to be one of the top choices. Those bearish on PLTR stock chalk up its strong 2023 performance to “AI hype.” Yet while it’s easy to see why they jump to this conclusion, a substantive bull case can still be made. The use
Benjamin Graham was a famous investor who was active in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s.. Known as “the father of value investing,” Graham heavily influenced Warren Buffett, whom Graham taught at Columbia University. Those who follow Graham’s philosophy believe in buying value stocks whose intrinsic value is below that of its market value. Specifically, Graham
In a sense, 2023 has been a great advertisement for contrary stocks. At the end of 2022, most of the Street was convinced that high interest rates would doom the economy and almost all stocks for the foreseeable future. Most large investors were hiding away in Treasury bills and highly defensive stocks. Then a few
2024 is shaping up to be very similar to 2023 for artificial intelligence. Overall, enterprises continue to be very optimistic about the potential of AI, in particular generative AI. That being said, here are seven top AI stocks for 2024 that investors may want to consider today. Nvidia (NVDA) Source: Sergio Photone / Shutterstock.com Discussion
Three trailblazing tech stocks stand at the forefront of the tech sector, wielding disruptive prowess to redefine industry norms. Their recent strides in multi-product adoption, customer-centric growth, and enterprise scalability are breeding market dominance. The first one’s intricate integration within client frameworks, the second one’s relentless pursuit of customer acquisition and retention, and the third
Understandably, with the innovation sector printing a remarkable performance, all eyes have centered on Nasdaq-100 stocks. Indeed, on a year-to-date basis, the index shot up about 52%. That’s almost double the performance of the benchmark S&P 500. And that’s not a bad run for the S&P given the circumstances. Typically, though, higher performance comes with
One of the beautiful aspects of the derivatives market is that you don’t need to trade options to benefit from the underlying data; case in point is unusual options activity. Just like it sounds, this term represents options contracts that have seen aberrant spikes in volume relative to a benchmark metric, such as trailing one-month
When it comes to forward-looking investment ideas, few are as relevant as robotics stocks. It’s really all in the numbers. According to Grand View Research, the global industrial automation and control systems market size reached a valuation of $172.26 billion last year. Moving forward, experts project that the sector could expand at a compound annual
The year 2024 holds a promising future for emerging fintech stocks. As the financial sector undergoes a profound digital overhaul, key players in payments and credit processing are poised to benefit. It is clear that the fintech leaders are not new, and you’ve probably already heard of them before. These companies monopolize new and existing
Many investors made it a point to avoid growth stocks after a disastrous 2022, but long-term investors were rewarded this year. And, even though many of the best growth stocks have taken off in recent months, investors can still find promising opportunities as the calendar flips to 2024. If you are shopping for growth stocks
The hyper-personalization trend is somewhat new but an obvious outgrowth from the digital age. This describes the way companies use data tracking by targeting ads, products, sales, and services for each customer. As a broad example, when you see an ad on your social media feed for a product you’ve been thinking about buying, it
Certain stocks have experienced exponential growth over the past year. Sectors such as buy now pay later, cryptocurrencies, and cybersecurity remain red hot. Therefore, stocks with exposure to those areas have run far in 2023. Ironically, many of the best performing stocks continue to fly under the radar, receiving little attention in the financial press.
Certain stocks begin to lose their luster in the ever-evolving world of stock investing, marked by businesses consistently impressing with powerful earnings, cutting-edge technologies, and growing customer bases. This shift positions stocks to sell before 2024, especially as they navigate and sometimes stumble in their corporate journey. Furthermore, The Federal Reserve’s inclination to cut interest
In the dynamic theater of renewable energies, green hydrogen is grabbing headlines, dazzling investors and policymakers alike. Consequently, green hydrogen stocks are becoming the buzzwords in investment circles, resonating in both profit potential and planetary promise. From a humble 0.3 GW capacity in 2020, the forecast for 2030 is at a powerful 137 GW. Indeed,
You heard it here: 2024 could be an excellent year for stocks. The economy is improving, and specifically the third-quarter results were better than expected. This means we could see a significant upside in stocks in the coming months. However, if you are looking to make a steady income in 2024, it is advisable to
A wide range of tech stocks received a much-needed boost from artificial intelligence (AI) after an awful 2022. As we enter a new year, we could see lower rates and more powerful generative AI technologies. Investors lacking in AI stocks may seek to punch their tickets, even as valuations extend. Undoubtedly, the well-known AI stocks
The gig economy isn’t slowing down anytime soon, and exposure to gig economy stocks can help round out a diversified portfolio. End-of-year estimates peg 2023’s total gig economy volume around $455 billion, doubling from just five years ago. The factors contributing to the rise are obvious. Remote work trends, side hustles and the variety of