Stock Market

One way to get portfolio exposure to both fossil fuels and clean energy is by owning Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) stock. To a certain extent, XOM’s success depends on the ups and downs of the petroleum industry. Not everyone wants to ride out the oil market’s waves, so consider the risks and potential rewards before investing in

With Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) stock poised to benefit tremendously from the rapidly rebounding digital advertising market and the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI), Alphabet’s shares are definitely worth buying at this point. What’s more, the company is growing rapidly, while the valuation of GOOG stock remains attractive. The U.S. Digital Ad Market’s Comeback and the

These seven stocks are in trouble. While the broader market struggles with ongoing interest rate hikes, constrained cash and more, these seven stocks suffer more than most. But all hope isn’t lost — if the companies can mount buyouts. Oftentimes, larger firms hunt for smaller firms with a semi-viable product or existing operational model for

The future of solar is bright and governments across the world are trying their best to achieve their goal to transition towards a carbon-free electric grid. This is spelling big things for solar stocks. While it is easier said than done, we have seen tremendous progress this year and I believe this momentum is set

In the landscape of AI, certain companies stand out as titans of rapid and robust growth. As the world ventures into 2024, three AI stocks promise exciting opportunities and transformative forces that will shape industries and redefine possibilities. Having said that, there are some game-changing AI stocks that you should consider adding to your portfolio.

In 2023, stocks have generally fared better than the previous year. Yet, some high-growth stocks have slowed down amid uncertainties like a potential recession and higher interest rates. Despite a strong first half of the year, major indexes have recently retreated. This pullback has created an opportunity to invest in industry-leading companies at reduced prices.

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) has staged an impressive comeback from its lows last year, gaining over 250% to climb back above the $300 level. After the stock’s sharp ascent, some investors are wondering whether this rally has been overdone, and if this stock is due for a pullback. That’s especially the case if broader market sentiment

Don’t sleep on Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD). The microchip and semiconductor company is fast becoming a leader in the market for advanced artificial intelligence technologies and taking market share from competitors in the process. This article will touch on the great reasons you should invest in AMD stock. While much of the discussion around AI

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock might be a “Magnificent Seven” play, but it still has challenges. It’s fine if you’re bullish on artificial intelligence technology. Just don’t feel the need to be a perma-bull as regulatory obstacles could cause ongoing problems for Microsoft. MSFT has risen substantially in 2023, especially after the company invested in the technology powering

Lithium stocks have disappointed investors in 2023. This has been on the back of a sharp decline in lithium prices in the last few quarters. I believe that the concerns related to lower demand for lithium is overstated and lithium is poised for a sharp reversal rally. In-line with this view, I believe that it’s

Archer Aviation’s (NYSE:ACHR) stock has surged over the past six months, doubling in price since March, thanks to growing interest in flying car stocks. However, it has also attracted a significant number of short sellers and faced criticism. Despite the skepticism, it’s not just “hope and hype” driving the bullish sentiment, and the short side

With GameStop (NYSE:GME) ensconced in a business that looks doomed to contract for the foreseeable future and the company embracing a losing strategy, GME stock looks poised to continue slumping in 2024. Also importantly, the retailer’s new CEO has little experience when it comes to leading brick-and-mortar retailers. In fact, one such company that took

Instacart (NASDAQ:CART) is an online grocery delivery platform that went public on Sept. 19 at $30 per share, valuing the company at $39 billion. The initial public offering (IPO) was one of the most anticipated of the year, as Instacart had benefited from the surge in demand for grocery delivery during the pandemic. However, the

It’s that time of year again. Nope, not fall or autumn. It’s pumpkin spice latte season. Everyone’s favorite PSL can come in varying forms and from varying chains. We’ll get to a few of the key players in the world of coffee in a minute. However, for investors looking at ways to construct their portfolios,

Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) is one of those stocks with a long-term stock chart investors drool over. Around 20 years ago, shares of CRM stock changed hands at a split-adjusted $3 per share. Today, those same shares are worth more than $200 apiece. That’s the kind of capital appreciation most long-term investors are after, and it’s why Salesforce

The tech sector has been hit hard by the market volatility and the uncertain macroeconomic outlook in September 2023. Many investors have been selling their tech stocks. Investors fear that the high valuations are unsustainable and that the growth prospects are dimming. However as the popular saying goes, “be greedy when others are scared.”  Not

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) got the wind knocked out of its sails last week when KeyBanc Capital Markets analyst Brandon Nispel downgraded AAPL stock from Overweight to Sector Weight, the equivalent of Buy to Hold. It wasn’t a big deal as Apple finished the week up nearly 4%. However, since hitting a 52-week high of $198.23 at

If you’re a long-term investor – as in, you like to keep stocks for five years or longer – then you’ll probably do just fine holding Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock. However, right now it’s not a risk-free investment. Even if Apple has been “magnificent” in the past, the company’s near-term future success isn’t assured. As we’ll discuss,

The Nasdaq index continues to be the big winner this year, having risen 27% since Januar7. It also trounced the performance of both the Standards and Practices (S&P) 500 index and the Dow Jones industrial Average. The outperformance shouldn’t come as a surprise given that the Nasdaq is weighted heavily towards technology stocks. All of

With so many prospective EV contenders, it can be difficult to gauge which companies will emerge successful over the next decade. For example, Lordstown Motors (OTCMKTS:RIDEQ) forecast production of 98,800 vehicles between 2021 and 2023 in its 2020 investor presentation. In reality, Lordstown produced only 31 vehicles for sale as of January and filed for