Electric vehicle battery stock QuantumScape (NYSE:QS) soared more than 40% Thursday after one of the company’s big investors — German auto giant Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) — announced that QuantumScape’s solid-state lithium-metal battery passed a key endurance test. PowerCo, the battery subsidiary of VW, noted that the QuantumScape battery “achieved more than 1,000 charging cycles with still
The semiconductor industry took the world by storm in 2023, and I believe it will continue to remain a highlight of this year too. It is hard to imagine a world without semiconductor chips, and if you want to make the most of the ample potential these companies have, it is best to invest in
Short squeezes, particularly impactful in short-squeeze stocks, take place when a significant number of traders, who have shorted a particular asset, are compelled to close their positions. This way, shares of these companies surge higher due to repricing. For those retail traders who want to identify potential stocks for a short-squeeze rally, a closer look
The top social media stocks of 2023 saw much relief, with many clocking in high double-digit percentage gains. And now, social media firms are moving from saving money to AI investing. The strategy is to gain an edge over rivals in winning user engagement. Social media stocks will continue their course as the financial benefits
The S&P 500 closed out a strong year, up more than 20% for 2023. For investors looking for the best dividend stocks in the New Year and beyond, we recommend companies with durable competitive advantages and growth potential. In addition, substantial dividends help provide an additional return. Investors looking for high-quality dividend stocks should consider
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), the most valuable company on the planet, is off to a rough start this year. Shares fell more than 1% Thursday. The maker of iEverything has now slid 2% already in 2024. The stock fell on the last trading day of 2023 too, so it’s on a four-day losing streak. What’s going on?
Virtual reality (VR) had its peak in 2023 alongside artificial intelligence (AI). They are already part of the technology of this new era. We have experienced the great utility of VR through the metaverse, video games and work meetings — among many other things. If you want to invest in this technology sector, here are
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has been the darling of the S&P 500 in the past year, and NVDA stock is up over 230% since the beginning of 2023 with the expansion of AI. However, investors must understand that a high-quality business doesn’t always mean a good stock. Even if we disregard the regulatory challenges and competitive pressures that Nvidia faces,
As a new year begins, the state of play for investors in the electric vehicle (EV) sector is still bright in the long term. It’s the short-term you should be concerned about. That’s why it’s important to identify EV stocks to avoid or sell in January. You can believe EVs will be the future of
In the tumultuous world of finance, it’s crucial to identify bank stocks to avoid. The March banking crisis, marked by the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and the struggles of smaller lenders, has significantly eroded investor confidence. This development is particularly concerning as the banking sector hasn’t reaped the expected benefits of rising interest rates, placing
Cliff Asness. Chris Goodney | Bloomberg | Getty Images Cliff Asness’ longest running multistrategy fund at AQR Capital Management returned 18.5% last year, net of fees, according to a person familiar with the performance. The AQR Absolute Return strategy, which was created in 1998, benefited the most from profitable picks among value stocks in 2023, according
As the world stands on the cusp of an AI-driven revolution, the investment world buzzes with anticipation, seeking the hidden gems — the stealthy AI stocks — that could potentially unlock immense wealth in 2024. Explore the trio of technological shifters, each wielding its arsenal of innovation in artificial intelligence (AI). These under-the-radar AI stocks
With some of the hottest flying car stocks ready to take flight, investors may want to get on board. Once they surge, we could be looking at a potential $3.8 billion market by 2035, according to Allied Market Research. And according to Morgan Stanley, it may be an explosive $1.5 trillion opportunity by about 2040. “Flying
Ken Griffin, Citadel at CNBC’s Delivering Alpha, Sept. 28, 2022. Scott Mlyn | CNBC Billionaire investor Ken Griffin’s various hedge fund strategies all posted double-digit returns for 2023, but they failed to beat the broader market. Citadel’s multistrategy Wellington fund gained 15.3% last year, according to a person familiar with the returns. The flagship fund had
Fidelity published an article on Nov. 28, 2023, wondering if it was time for investors to take the plunge and buy water stock. “It’s possible that our freshwater supply may diminish, threatened by climate change, contamination, and drought. In fact, water scarcity is expected to worsen as the global population continues to boom. By 2030,
The future of the U.S. economy appears to be marked by significant challenges, as the national debt has surged to nearly $34 trillion. Amidst this economic backdrop, a majority of Americans, including voters from all parties, express negative sentiments about the state of the economy, highlighting the complexity and urgency of addressing the nation’s financial
We finally made it to 2024. Last year was one to remember, with the threat of inflation pushing the economy to the brink of recession. But the economy proved resilient and artificial intelligence became all the rage. The market looks primed for a great 2024, so we should look at A-rated stocks to buy. This
2023 was a year when growth outperformed value by a huge margin, led by the technology-heavy Nasdaq 100. However, in 2024, there might be a reversal of fortunes, given the numerous headwinds on the horizon. Thus, you should consider some smart investor stocks to weather the potential market turmoil. 2024 might be a challenging year, considering
Discovering stocks below the surface is similar to uncovering treasures in uncharted territory. Delving into the lesser-popular fraction of the stock market, this article explores three often overlooked companies. Each entity carries unique growth narratives, often obscured by the more prominent market players. The first one’s strategic market diversification across industries like healthcare, defense and
Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock delivered outstanding returns in 2023, but is the bull party over ? Don’t worry, and don’t buy into the idea that “what goes up must come down.” From e-commerce to grocery delivery, healthcare and more, Amazon continues to expand into one potentially lucrative market segment after another. One might even say that Amazon