Barry Sternlicht, chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, speaks at the Milken Conference 2024 Global Conference Sessions at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, on May 7, 2024. David Swanson | Reuters Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Capital Group chairman and CEO, defended his decision to cap how much money investors could pull from his
Over the past two years, you couldn’t go wrong investing in Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). The stock that is today synonymous with the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution returned nearly 800% for shareholders since OpenAI‘s generative AI chatbot ChatGPT was introduced. Just $1,000 invested in the chipmaker at the time would now be worth $7,866. But is Nvidia’s
Investors are drawn to small-cap companies due to their inherently risky profiles compared to larger companies. Smaller companies have a greater potential to boom or bust. If an investor chooses wisely and purchases shares in a company that experiences massive growth and share price appreciation over an extended period while it is a small-cap company,
The uncertainty in the stock markets makes it imperative to offload these tech stocks to sell. Though tech stocks ruled the roost last year, it’s important to understand that not all technology companies are created equal. Moreover, with heightened interest rates, the financial resilience of tech firms, especially those lacking deep pockets, comes under the
As the potential of blockchain becomes increasingly apparent across various industries, investors are keen to identify undervalued blockchain stocks that have the potential to deliver substantial returns in the coming years. This has led to my list of blockchain stocks to buy for June this year. As the blockchain industry continues to mature and gain
With its share price essentially flat on the year, IBM (NYSE:IBM) remains a value trap that investors should avoid. IBM stock is up 2% since 2024, but trailing behind the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Today, IBM stock is trading 20% lower than where it was a decade ago. The company and its shares remain in
Some folks are aware of electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) problems, but insist on investing. Alternatively, maybe they’re just not aware of Tesla’s issues and challenges. Either way, Tesla stock earns a “D” grade and is an asset to avoid. Why do some people continue to invest in Tesla despite the automaker’s problems? Maybe because
The video gaming industry, while robust, is facing some serious challenges. The slowdown in consumer spending, market saturation, and uninspiring video game titles have dampened the industry’s position. Moreover, though it’s one of the fastest-growing segments in entertainment, video gaming isn’t immune to market saturation and fierce competition. Hence, it’s probably time to think about
Here’s what’s going on with Rent the Runway (NASDAQ:RENT). Some traders are desperately looking for the next red-hot meme stock or the next artificial intelligence stock. Targeting Rent the Runway stock is a terrible idea that will rob investors of their capital. Just to recap, Rent the Runway allows people to rent clothing online. Ihor
There’s bad news brewing for some cannabis stocks. Even as cannabis rescheduling efforts continue, a key segment of the wider market is coming up on massive disruption: a hemp ban. Hemp is a low- or no-THC cannabis crop, used for decades in textile work and many industrial processes. But, in 2018, the United States Farm
Despite potential signs of recovery in the solar space, the current economic headwinds loom over its near-term future. Hence, the discussion about solar stocks to sell still remains relevant. The past couple of years have weighed down volumes in the solar sector, mostly due to rising interest rates. As borrowing costs rise, so does long-term
Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) is among the key beneficiaries of the recent AI-driven rally, with PLTR stock surging 167% last year and 36% this year before first-quarter earnings. Since then, Palantir stock price has been on the decline, losing around 18% post-earnings. Investors have much to consider regarding this AI stock. Palantir’s valuation has surged due
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock is in a solid position that drives revenue from diverse streams. Its productivity apps target white-collar workers, and its Windows OS is widely used globally. Additionally, Azuere Cloud is gaining more traction and market share. Over 65% of Fortune 500 companies use OpenAI Services. Moreover, its cloud revenue also spiked up to
The seeming inability of retail investors to permanently lift meme stocks bodes badly for AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) stock. Meanwhile, the company’s rather unimpressive first-quarter results, along with its high valuation and huge debt load, also don’t look good for its outlook. In light of all of these points, I strongly urge investors to unload the
Despite a significant comeback in 2023, Intel‘s (NASDAQ:INTC) share price has plummeted in 2024. The chipmaker’s shares have actually fallen nearly 40% since the start of the year. While some may be quick to blame the cloud macroeconomic environment on INTC’s poor performance, there are a number of company specific pressures that have led to
The Nasdaq Composite, which holds a number of big-name tech stocks, experienced a bit of selling pressure last week. In particular, the index fell nearly 2%. This potentially creates an opening for savvy investors to buy up shares of stocks that appear undervalued. One growth sector worth looking into would be quantum computing. Most people
Currently, there are only 68 companies that boast the esteemed title of Dividend Aristocrat. Among a couple of other, more trivial requirements, a company must be a member of the S&P 500 index and have raised its dividend payout for a minimum of 25 consecutive years. This is opening the door for some of the
In accordance with my previous prediction, silver prices have generally been making higher highs and higher lows since mid-February. As a result, the metal’s price has jumped from $22.39 per ounce on Feb. 14 to $30.56 per ounce on May 31. And on May 28, UBS raised its forecasts for silver prices by $4 per
The pandemic-driven transition from cash to digital payments has brought about a significant change in the financial services industry, and this change is here to stay. The global financial sector is going through a shift as people move from cash to online payments, increased card usage, and mobile banking. This not only adds convenience to our lives but has also brought
2023 was a very tough year for solar stocks overall. The Federal Reserve’s decision to hike interest rates several times made borrowing much more expensive, resulting in lower profitability for solar firms. Solar ETF performance was pretty dismal overall with some stunning losses. 2024 began with the expectation of a turnaround on hopes for interest