Is the stock market’s current bull run real, or are we in the midst of a bear market rally? That’s the debate raging right now as equities soften after posting their longest winning streak in two years. Investor sentiment towards stocks turned bullish after the Fed held interest rates steady earlier in November and the
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After declining throughout October, PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock jolted higher at the start of this month. The bump was thanks to a well-received quarterly earnings release. PYPL stock zoomed from just over $50 per share, back to the mid-$50s per share, in the days following this release. In more recent trading days, however, PYPL’s post-earnings rally
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) didn’t grab the headlines for a while, but in 2023 the company became top-of-mind when it invested in artificial intelligence technology specialist OpenAI. Today, Microsoft is applying AI functionality to solve a variety of problems. Hence, if you’re seeking greater AI market exposure in your portfolio, you might consider buying MSFT stock. This doesn’t mean you
There aren’t many companies that get as much attention as Walt Disney (NYSE:DIS). The iconic business is loved and supported by millions of Americans. However, because DIS stock trades at its lowest level since June 2014, the attention it’s getting in 2023 isn’t the kind CEO Bob Iger wanted for his return engagement in the
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock has overcome many hurdles under CEO Elon Musk. The company scaled electric vehicle production and has a leading market share in the most competitive market, China. It has brought the price of its Model 3 below $40,000. It has become the most valuable car company in the history of the world. But
Visitors around the Charging Bull statue near the New York Stock Exchange, June 29, 2023. Victor J. Blue | Bloomberg | Getty Images The S&P 500 is up 14% this year, but just eight days that explain most of the gains. If you want a simple indication of why market timing is not an effective
Trying to find the future Magnificent Seven tech stocks could be easy. From a short-term perspective, it’s as simple as finding which tech stocks in the S&P 500 pose the greatest threat to the current picks. For example, when FAANG reigned supreme, it was clear that Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) was rapidly losing its top position to
Knowing what stocks to avoid as a savvy investor can be as important as finding the next big company with impressive returns. Sometimes, it’s best to work with specific companies; it’s best to cut your losses and move on, depending on how the stock looks in the long term and investors’ overall sentiment. It can
In October, I warned investors that flying car firm EHang (NASDAQ:EH) had an order book that looked suspiciously weak: During the most recent quarter, EHang delivered just five units, down from 11 in the previous quarter. This suggests that EHang either lacks the purchase orders for its thousand-unit backlog or is struggling to raise enough
Since late last month, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has moved up after slumping for much of October. Admittedly, the broad market’s movement during this time frame helps to explain this rebound. However, while not for certain, this may not be the only reason sentiment for this widely-followed AI chip play has shifted back in the bullish
Dividend stocks can provide steady cash flow for long-term investors. These corporations often distribute cash to investors every quarter so they can reinvest into more shares. However, some dividend-paying companies have seen their financials struggle over the years. These companies become vulnerable to dividend cuts which can have devastating effects on shareholders. Not only will
Even though the broader market has been in a prolonged bear cycle, the crypto market has been very resilient this year. I believe there are still plenty of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The key is finding low-market-cap cryptos before they gain widespread traction. Stalwarts like Bitcoin (BTC-USD) and Ethereum (ETH-USD) should form the
Newspapers and retail stores, including Blockbuster, Circuit City, Bed, Bath and Beyond, and Sears are among the most famous casualties of tech changes in the last 20 years. Other firms that have fallen on hard times due to new technologies include Nokia (NYSE:NOK), GameStop (NYSE:GME) and many movie theater owners. Now, with the popularity of
Recently, we suggested that Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) stock may be appropriate for investors seeking exposure to artificial intelligence software. We’re standing by this assessment today, as Palantir’s recently released financial results show vigorous growth and optimistic forward guidance. Palantir Technologies certainly wants to help public-sector entities enhance their AI functionalities. For instance, Palantir has a contract with the Department of
The electric car market in the United States is highly competitive. But it might be even more fierce in China… and that’s bad news for Shanghai-based EV maker Nio (NYSE:NIO). Nio, which makes the ET5 electric sedan and EC7 SUV, has a LOT of rivals that it’s fighting for market share. There’s Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) of
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world as we know it. From chatbots like ChatGPT that can converse with humans in natural language, to deep learning models that can analyze massive amounts of data and make predictions, AI is revolutionizing various industries and sectors. In this article, we will look at three AI stocks that
Fido may be in trouble, which may open the door for speculators seeking cheap pet stocks to buy. As everyone knows, inflation has been a drag on the consumer economy. Still, pet-owning households have soldiered on, determined to sacrifice for the benefit of their four-legged family members. However, how long can this situation last? That
Let’s not sugarcoat it – the topic of stocks to sell sucks. Obviously, with any talks about removing securities from your portfolio, you’re dealing with other people’s money and their aspirations. On the other side of the table, many jobs are on the line if the target enterprise stumbles further. But you got to ask
A late October Entreprenuer.com article discusses reasons why brands remain on social media. In reality, consumers mostly ignore sponsored content and advertising. Entrepreneur contributor Bryanne DeGoede is the Managing Partner of BLND PR, a boutique agency that works with Fortune 500 companies. She points out that many consumers go to social media to check out
In the dynamic world of finance, every tick of the clock can signal triumph or turmoil. The savvy investor constantly seeks the elusive formula for finding the right mixture of stocks to get rich. Imagine an investment that harnesses the remarkable energy of the sun, diversifying its product portfolio to stay ahead of the curve