Quantum computing stocks are picking up steam. This development is amid some recent scientific breakthroughs in the technology. Quantum computing is set to revolutionize our understanding of the world and transform industries from finance to healthcare. The good news is that quantum computing stocks trade at relative bargains compared to their long-term potential. Furthermore, some
Defense spending is booming, but defense stocks haven’t yet caught up to the industry-wide tailwinds. Short-term budget uncertainty likely drives defense stocks’ slow growth relative to wider markets. Although a June Congressional agreement saw $886 billion set as 2024’s defense spending allowance, the deal isn’t yet confirmed as the legislative branch battles over peripheral matters
Global renewable energy investments are accelerating at a stellar pace. The International Energy Agency estimates that renewable energy addition will swell by 107GW in 2023, which is the largest absolute increase ever. I expect positive industry tailwinds to sustain as governments globally are pushing for cleaner source of energy. It’s therefore a good time to
Barron’s recently published an article discussing the promise of small-cap funds heading into 2024. The rationale behind the thinking is that it’s possible any recession next year will be a small one. Small and micro-cap stocks do poorly in extended recessions. It’s hard to know what’s going to happen next week, let alone next year.
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AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) stock trounced Wall Street’s expectations in the third quarter. Moviegoers hit the theaters in droves as Barbie and Oppenheimer wowed audiences. AMC attendance was up 38% from the year-ago period pushing revenue to $1.4 billion. That was 45% above last year and nearly 12% better than Wall Street’s expectation of $1.3 billion.
There’s been some great news for Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock. The ability to train huge databases and create stories, sound, videos, or software with AI is just starting to change the world. It takes a lot more processing power to handle AI than the last decade’s clouds and PCs were built for. There’s a
A pedestrian passes a Wall Street subway station near the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, U.S., on Monday, June 27, 2022. Money managers betting on a sustained global rebound will be left sorely disappointed in the second half of this crushing year as a protracted bear market looms, even if inflation cools.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI announced that Sam Altman has left the company after the company’s board lost confidence in his leadership and transparency.
Jim Chanos, Chanos & Company, at CNBC’s Delivering Alpha, Sept. 28, 2022. Scott Mlyn | CNBC Renown short seller Jim Chanos will be converting his hedge fund Chanos & Co., to a family office and advisory business, CNBC has learned. The investor, best known for his bet against Enron before its bankruptcy in 2001, will
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In the tumultuous sea of the stock market, navigating waves of uncertainty often demands a keen eye for resilient investment opportunities. Amid market dips and fluctuations, strategic choices can be the life raft that keeps portfolios afloat. From tech innovators showcasing diversified market traction to entertainment giants leveraging strategic partnerships, each company embodies strengths that
Looking for undervalued tech stocks to buy now? At first, it might seem challenging as the Nasdaq Composite keeps sprinting toward new highs. There is no shortage of tech and growth companies selling at inflated P/E multiples today. But, for bargain hunters, there are some real opportunities in the tech stock space. You just have to know
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While the market is rebounding in November, with the S&P 500 up more than 5%, many great stocks continue to be battered and bruised. This mostly has to do with earnings reports. Companies that post better-than-expected financial results and offer bullish guidance are seeing their share prices soar, while companies that disappoint are seeing their
Once the post-COVID boom faded, many high-flying tech stocks plummeted, potentially creating opportunities for growth investors looking to position their portfolios for substantial gains. In my view, select beaten-down tech companies appear primed for massive upside if bought before the impending recovery. Of course, timing the bottom involves substantial risk, given the ongoing market turbulence.
Betting a few dollars on an exciting startup like electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ:MULN) might seem harmless. Yet, I encourage you to find another investment than MULN stock. In all likelihood, Mullen Automotive will continue to disappoint its shareholders. Besides, the last thing you need in your account is a capital loss. Don’t get the
Much like many EV startups, Nio (NYSE:NIO) has sparked heated debate. The company has been burning billions of dollars every year, with revenue declining the past two quarters as losses mount. Meanwhile, the stock has plunged nearly 88% from early-2021 highs. Many wonder if Nio will stage a massive turnaround as revenue and earnings are