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Weight-loss drugs are taking the U.S. by storm. JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) is forecasting that the market for weight-loss medications could reach $100 billion in annual sales. The new class of drugs, known as “incretins,” has been shown in clinical trials to suppress appetite and reduce food intake. This, in turn, leads to dramatic weight loss

Artificial intelligence took center stage in late 2022 with the release of ChatGPT and similar apps, sparking a surge in AI-related stocks. AI ETFs have outperformed the Standards and Practices (S&P) 500 this year, with RBOT up 24% while SPY was up 18% by mid-year. Investors seek exposure to this growing sector. Assessing an AI

Where will all of the electric vehicle (EV) batteries go when they die? Fortunately, most won’t end up in landfills. Instead, according to Car and Driver, they’re often sent to firms that break down the battery packs into their different materials. That includes wires, plastics, and circuitry, for example. The cells are also crushed to

Buying stocks on weakness is a natural extension of the “buy low, sell high” philosophy at the heart of successful investing. That’s because one of the easiest ways to buy low and sell high is to purchase stocks that unjustly and/or excessively dropped. Such declines happen often, primarily because the Street tends to overly focus

In the global push for clean energy, it seems increasingly likely that hydrogen will play a big role. Last year, more than 20 countries agreed to “boost output of low-emission hydrogen to at least 90 million tonnes a year by 2030” from current levels of one million tonnes annually. That is an indicator of the

As the digital era transforms, fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology emerges as the linchpin of tomorrow’s connectivity. That represents a colossal shift. It promises to revolutionize sectors such as machine learning, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The clamor for 5G is clear, particularly in sectors such as autonomous driving and the burgeoning metaverse.

Generally, onlookers dismiss large-cap stocks to buy as the arena for ultra-conservative investors; you know, the type that mimics Warren Buffett’s every move. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. However, if you want a little spice in your portfolio, you can still find it among the industry stalwarts. At first, the concept of high-potential large-cap

In Hollywood, there’s no such thing as bad publicity. And this adage just might apply to these buzzworthy stocks. For various reasons, the below enterprises have caught the attention of the media landscape. And it’s possible that the spotlight could help drive these names even higher. To identify the most talked about stocks, I used

While the small-capitalization sector provides ample opportunities to find diamonds in the rough, astute investors can occasionally find undervalued large-cap stocks. It sounds completely counterintuitive. Why would a giant publicly traded corporation be undervalued? All I can say is, strange things can happen. Consider the movie Moneyball, where the protagonists of the film helped drive

Countries across the globe are striving to have millions of electric vehicles on the road by the end of this decade. To achieve this goal, governments have laid out several initiatives and incentives. Although gaining popularity, increasing the adoption of EVs requires an increase of charging stations. Therefore, EV charging companies are going to see

The search for the best travel stocks has recently gained momentum, and for good reason. Post-pandemic, travel and tourism sectors have rebounded impressively. After witnessing a major slump, where travel took a backseat for many customers, we now observe an impressive resurgence. However, the upswing isn’t incidental, as financial reports highlight robust financial health with

Last week, yields on short-dated U.S. Treasuries quietly climbed to their highest point in almost 25 years. The effects of that rise, however, have been anything but silent. The average new mortgage rate now sits well over 7%; a home loan that would have cost $2,000 per month in 2021 would now set a new

Though manufacturing activity has moved geographically from the West to the East in recent history, the sector continues to play a vital role in the global economy, providing goods and services that meet the desires of consumers and businesses. However, manufacturing has also seen changes such as technological innovations and renewed geopolitical rivalries. Investors should

In this market, many penny stocks continue to remain beaten down. That said, while I don’t expect each and every speculative penny stock to surge higher like they did in 2021, select penny stocks still offer tremendous upside. Of course, I wouldn’t suggest betting the farm on most penny stocks. However, a small position in the

Tech stocks are some of the most appealing and popular in the stock market. But did you ever think about what makes investors so eager to find the best tech stocks to buy? For me, finding the best tech stocks to buy is about the growth potential. Tech companies by nature are looking for innovative

With ongoing uncertainties in the stock market, investors’ search for bulletproof stocks becomes paramount. Investors seek refuge in stable and growth-oriented stocks as the specter of economic downturns looms. The article lists three stalwarts of the U.S. stock market. Their strategic initiatives and unwavering focus on innovation have positioned them as beacons of stability in

Lithium is a key component of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs), which are expected to see a surge in demand in the coming years. However, lithium prices have been volatile in the past year, causing the best battery stocks to reach record highs in late 2022 before falling sharply in early 2023 due to oversupply

Due to a combination of worries about high-interest rates, China’s decision to prevent some government employees from using Apple’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhones at work, and the fact that September is historically a very bad month for equities. many high-risk, high-reward stocks have taken a beating recently. But, as I’ve written in past columns, the Fed is

Recently, Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President Austan Goolsbee stated that the economy is on the golden path, marked by a decrease in inflation and the avoidance of a recession. Fed policymakers are widely expected to leave its target policy rate in its current range of 5.25%-5.50% when they meet in about two weeks. This has

Nowadays, as technology continues to advance, so does the need for semiconductors. Fortunately, the daring companies within this sector are responsible for creating the most efficient, powerful, and capable semiconductors. Let’s look at the three best semiconductor stocks to buy this month, from companies that will grow your portfolio. Qualcomm (QCOM) Source: nikkimeel / Shutterstock.com