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The information age has produced many profitable companies. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) entered the PC industry early with the latter capitalizing on smartphones as well. Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) set up online platforms that forever changed the ways people shop and consume information. Truly, we have experienced many technological innovations over the years. But, tech needs a foundation to

Ken Griffin is the founder, CEO and majority owner of Citadel, one of the premier hedge funds. Griffin founded the company in 1990 and grew it into what it is today through a combination of quantitative trading and macro strategies.  Ken Griffin and Citadel are noted for an aggressive style focusing on technology and heavy

Navigating the cryptocurrency market demands a keen eye for cryptos to buy, which embody resilience and adaptability. So, as we reflect on the dramatic journey of the crypto realm, it’s evident how quickly the tides can effectively turn. A wave of optimism has seemingly eclipsed the gloom that clouded the crypto markets at the conclusion

There seem to be more analysts pounding the table for PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) stock today than ever before. The stock is pretty beaten down. PYPL stock is down 9% over the last year, 67% since the start of 2022, 25% over the last five years. There has been a small December rally, but the long-term chart

How desperate have things become for cannabis stocks? Tilray (NASDAQ:TLRY) announced two new edible chocolate products on Dec. 22. TLRY stock jumped nearly 10% on the news.  I say desperate because the Biden administration’s announcement of 11 pardons for people convicted of marijuana-related offenses likely was the real reason for its share price moving higher.

As we put 2023 to bed, it is the right time to reflect on your portfolio and reorganize it for the year ahead. I’ll be upfront: 2024 does have risks as the economy continues to absorb repeated rate hikes from the Fed. However, as a long-term investor, I’ve learned that almost nothing disrupts quality companies

It’s time for investors to ditch the search for the mythical crystal ball and instead embrace the algorithms when deciphering the best AI stock for your needs. As hyperbolic as it may sound, the future is here, with progress in artificial intelligence occurring at a rapid clip. Best of all, you don’t have to pick

While isolationism and nationalism appear to be rising themes in global politics, with the investing game, diversity is a core strength, thus boosting the narrative of international stocks. Fundamentally, going abroad for profits may provide risk management. Just like you wouldn’t put all your money in one place, it might not be ideal to bet

While mining for gold or cryptocurrencies offer a sexier path to profits, at a basic level, nothing beats the permanent narrative underlying water stocks. As great as cryptos are, who the heck knows if decentralized digital assets will be the new monetary standard? And while gold is universally considered as a store of wealth, wealth

As the economy goes through its various, natural boom and bust cycles, some investors prefer stocks that provide stability over those that can potentially double within a few years. For these reasons, defensive stocks are frequent favorites. These stocks can offer less volatility when markets plunge. Defensive stocks represent corporations that have plenty of staying

This upcoming holiday season is sure to open up another wave of spending as consumers continue their gift-giving and festivities. Indeed, this type of consumer spending helps boost sales in various sectors like textile & apparel companies. These textile stocks offer a wide variety of products, from luxury goods to everyday products utilized during the

Income investors typically want to find stocks with above-average yields, generally meaning that the stocks have higher yields than the S&P 500 average. Currently, the S&P 500 Index yields about 1.7% on average. Beyond yield, income investors should also be sure that the dividend payout is sustainable. Investors looking for safe dividends should consider the

For early next year, there are a few quantum computing stocks to watch. I expect that these companies will perform well throughout 2024. This is due to these companies’ continued development and the gradual roll-out of their development road maps. If you weren’t aware, quantum computing companies are set to disrupt numerous industries with their

As you look at semiconductor stock picks for 2024, it’s important to understand the state of the sector. Semiconductors are in the early stages of a super cycle that may have several years to run. That’s good news for investors who are not currently invested in this sector.   The seeds for this rally were

In 2023, real estate stocks experienced a rollercoaster journey, mirroring broader market fluctuations. The year began on a shaky note, with both commercial and residential sectors feeling the pinch of rising interest rates. However, this downward trend pivoted in the latter half of the year as real estate pricing and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

In July, I created MarketMasterAI, a powerful AI tool to help investors pick winning stocks. Its simulated historic performance was excellent. “A+” rated companies performed 4x better than “F” rated ones, and $10,000 invested in the model since 2010 would have grown to over $50,000, easily beating the market average. But would such simulations work

Many market pundits were surprised by the strength of tech stocks in 2023. The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLK) soared over 55% year-to-date, despite the headwinds of higher rates. Still, if a new bull market has begun, the sector has more gains ahead. Typically, investors see the technology sector as a growth sector. Indeed,