Brand power is real. The brand that consumers associate with a company is quantifiable and something valued. For example, Statista claims that Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) is currently the world’s most valuable brand and is worth nearly $300 billion. That’s impressive. Of course, much of a brand’s value is tied up in a company’s reputation and the
SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) excels as a fintech growth stock by offering cost-effective digital financial services. The SOFI stock initially specialized in refinancing student loans but expanded into three segments: lending (student, personal, and home loans), financial services, and a technology platform. The company’s market cap increased from $4.1 billion in October 2022 to $7 billion
Artificial intelligence is poised to be a major technological breakthrough, revolutionizing sectors such as healthcare and industrials. One of the companies that has seen significant interest in this realm is C3.ai (NYSE:AI), a company specializing in AI software development. Growing interest from a range of sectors has led the company’s valuation to explode. However, down
In unpredictable financial markets, investors often seek the elusive formula for long-term wealth creation. The stock market, with its enticing prospects and inherent volatility, presents a formidable challenge to those seeking sustained prosperity. Yet, amid the market’s ebb and flow, certain companies have adopted strategies that harness the true power of compounding, steadily building value
ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) is an exciting company in a dynamic industry. But the leading operator of electric vehicle charging networks is not a stock for anyone faint of heart to own or trade. Shares of ChargePoint have been incredibly volatile this year. Sure, it’s up more than 25% this week as investors have cheered the Federal
Like many stocks in 2023, Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) was flying higher on cruise control until August hit, and then PLTR stock sputtered along for the next three months. As I write this, its shares have lost 25% of their value in the last month. If not for a slight reassurance in the first two weeks
Anytime you bring up the concept of “forever stocks,” you’re running the risk of incurring a serious tail risk. Obviously, forever is a long time – long enough for something to go wrong. Still, certain entities stand out because they basically command permanent relevance. To be sure, my ideas for forever stocks are boring –
International companies, especially here in the U.S., don’t get the attention they deserve. They are sometimes overlooked as another alternative to the U.S. market. However, investors should pay greater attention to stocks in other international markets that offer great potential and, most importantly, diversification, which is critical to a robust investment portfolio. Companies located in
Despite the sell-offs in the broader indices like the S&P 500, the potential of aerial car stocks holds steady. These companies are pioneering a new era of aerial transportation. There are numerous possible applications of this technology, ranging from warehouse operations to search and rescue missions. An appealing fact about these flying car stocks is
The holiday season is a great time for consumers. Stores are putting their best foot forward to entice buyers for the holiday shopping season. Many companies need a solid fourth quarter to make their numbers for the year. However, not all consumer discretionary stocks are good choices. There are many factors that can pull consumer
ChargePoint Holdings (NASDAQ:CHPT) faces a challenging scenario as its stock experiences a significant decline. In the past month, CHPT shares have tumbled from over $40 per share to approximately $2.50 per share, sparking contrarian considerations. However, this downward spiral is not solely a result of broader market trends; substantial company-specific issues fuel it. Despite recent “Buy”
In my last article on SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) stock, I discussed renewed bullishness following the release of the fintech/neobank’s latest fiscal results on Oct. 30. So far, a round of post-earnings bullishness has taken shape, albeit moderately. On Oct. 31, the first trading day after Q3 results hit the street, shares rallied by around 8.79%.
The current five trillion-dollar companies listed on U.S. stock exchanges include Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Nvidia (NASD AQ:NVDA). These five and two others, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), make up “the Magnificent Seven”. The Globe and Mail published a story on Nov. 1 that pointed out the Magnificent
It’s never too late for a comeback. Some stocks have languished and underperformed for years only to bounce back on evidence that business is back on track and financial results are improving. As Q3 earnings have poured in, several companies that had largely been written off or ignored by investors have surprised to the upside.
Autonomous systems, AI, quantum computing, and other groundbreaking technologies continue to redefine the way we live and interact. For those searching for the best tech stocks to buy, though, this ever-evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities. While the allure of tech growth stocks is hard to deny, savvy investors are increasingly turning their attention
The holiday has always been a time for reflection, celebration and gratitude for Americans. This is also a time when investors can buy restaurant stocks that can potentially rise in value during this holiday season as consumers take advantage of deals like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This yearly event has helped companies increase sales
In 2022, stocks entered a bear market, as much of Wall Street entered into a panic about the Federal raising interest rates. Stocks bottomed in October 2022 as very slowly, but surely, many investors realized that the “Don’t fight the Fed” mantra was inaccurate. That’s because, in-line with my predictions, higher rates did not cause
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), despite its name change and metaverse focus, is primarily a social media and AI powerhouse. While the company aims for metaverse leadership, long-term investors see value in its cash flow and growth potential. These characteristics are all within Meta’s entire portfolio of businesses. Experienced or new investors can consider investing in this
It’s easy to understand the allure of penny stocks, particularly for those new to the market. For relatively little money, an investor can control hundreds if not thousands of shares of a company. And if the stock moves up by literally just pennies, you can make huge profits. The problem is that penny stocks are
Buy-and-hold investors are comfortable taking long positions. To these investors, the only must-buy stocks are the ones they already own. However, this is not an ordinary time, nor is it an ordinary market. No, this isn’t a “this time it’s different” message. Markets may not repeat themselves, but they frequently rhyme. It may be