A recent article in Barron’s about Chinese households opting to save rather than spend suggested that the country would have difficulty pulling out of the economic tailspin it’s been in since the pandemic began in early 2020. That’s terrible news for Chinese stocks. “An increasingly common belief is that China’s struggling economy, faced with headwinds
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The launch of ChatGPT by OpenAI last year ushered in renewed investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. Where other trends came and went, AI stocks endured. This led to us coming up with this list of AI stocks to buy. AI stocks to buy are certainly not new. But the market embracing them with
Large-cap stocks are some of the largest corporations on the planet. Many of these stocks are household names that offer investors more safety than small and mid-cap stocks. While these stocks tend to have less volatility, there are a few exceptions to this rule. Large-cap stocks also have their fair share of risks. Getting a
The jury is still out on ESG stocks from the perspective of judging their returns. Some shares have outperformed while others have not. One reason it’s difficult to paint ESG returns in broad strokes is that it is not a distinct sector, so measuring returns is not a simple matter. Further, ESG scores are subject
Low-beta stocks allow investors to sleep well at night as the latest developments on interest rate hikes and their effects on the market cause anxiety. Despite things being slightly better than in previous years, central banks are still open to increasing interest rates, and oil prices are still rising. Experts are still wary; we’ll likely
Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Rivian Automotive — Shares popped 3.3% in the premarket. Evercore ISI upgraded Rivian Automotive to outperform from in line, and raised its price target, saying the electric truck maker could be the next Tesla and BYD. The Sphere is seen during the opening night with U2:UV
It always makes sense to take a look at your portfolio for weak stocks so sell. Fall nights are getting a little cooler as we barrel into the fourth quarter. While portfolios still have more work to do in 2023, it’s not too late to start considering what your portfolio will look like in 2024,
Many stock traders probably think of Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) as a customer relations management software specialist. That’s not inaccurate, but Salesforce has multiple, deep connections to the artificial intelligence market. So, while it won’t capture everyone’s attention, CRM stock might pique your interest and it deserves a solid “B” grade. As we’ll discuss in a moment, the
Not long ago, CNBC personality and Mad Money host Jim Cramer expressed his approval of SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI). Is this the kiss of death for SOFI stock? Don’t rely too much on your “inverse Cramer” strategy, as SoFi Technologies could be a fintech-space winner in 2023’s final months. Cramer’s exact quote was, “I think, if anything, I’m a
It’s an understatement to say that Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) stock has a long way to go. The company clearly has a lot on its plate. To get back on track and spark a rebound for INTC stock, the chip maker’s management is pursuing myriad turnaround efforts. However, based on several positive developments, the company is clearly
The so-called “Big Three” auto companies have become auto stocks to sell. They have been impacted very negatively as a result of the ongoing United Auto Worker (UAW) strikes. Nearly 13,000 of the UAW’s 146,000 members have coordinated walkouts at the plants of the respective manufacturers. UAW members are seeking 40% raises while representatives of
After a strong summer, Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) stock lost altitude in September. Does this mean it’s time for investors to give up on Archer Aviation? Not necessarily, but you’ll definitely want to keep your share position size small and be realistic with your time frame. Archer Aviation will not commercialize its electric vertical take-off and landing
New investors often misinterpret oversold signals from the relative strength index (RSI) as a buy signal. However, an oversold signal is only a sign of where to look. It only tells us that security may have been moving to the downside too fast and there exists the possibility of making a quick trade with a
The restaurant industry can be very competitive. However, if management gets it right, these stocks can outperform massively. Restaurant stocks like Domino’s Pizza (NYSE:DPZ) have delivered outstanding returns due to their superior execution. Typically, comparable store growth and new restaurant openings drive revenue growth over the long term. A restaurant needs to refresh its menu
Goldman Sachs economists estimate that a government shutdown would decrease growth by roughly 0.2% per week due to federal workers going unpaid. However, these economists anticipate growth to rebound by the same amount in the quarter following the shutdown as federal work resumes paired with employees receiving back pay. This has led to the rise
The past few years have seen several breakthroughs in the field of weight-loss drugs, as the FDA moved to approve two new medications that promise to help people shed pounds without major side effects. These drugs, called Liraglutide and Semaglutide, work by mimicking a hormone that regulates appetite and blood sugar levels, and they can
Love her or loathe her, Cathie Wood’s magnetic pull on the investment world remains undiminished. Wood has uniquely curated portfolios brimming with disruptive tech firms and ambitious start-ups offering tremendous long-term upside potential. In its euphoric rally of 2020 to 2021, the investment maven’s flagship exchange-traded fund soared to new heights, delivering staggering triple-digit returns.
In an era of rapid technological advancement and groundbreaking innovations, the stock market is constantly abuzz with opportunities and potential pitfalls. Amidst this ever-evolving landscape, three companies stand out as beacons of forward-thinking progress and visionary leadership. With strategic partnerships, the first stock is changing the game for real-time 3D development. Conversely, the second leverages
The North American cannabis market is booming in 2023, thanks to the legalization of recreational and medical marijuana in several states and provinces. Many investors are betting on the growth potential of this industry, especially as cannabis may be moved to Schedule III from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This would ease
The AI boom has been nothing short of remarkable, with companies like OpenAI reaching meteoric valuations almost overnight. But while the hype around generative text models like ChatGPT is red-hot, I believe the stratospheric growth of these large language models is unsustainable. The AI landscape is becoming fiercely competitive, and these text-based AI companies will