The global gaming market has grown significantly, driven by technological advancements, increased accessibility and the rise of trends like the metaverse and e-sports. Industry reports estimate the market will grow from $272.86 billion in 2024 to $426.02 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate, otherwise known as CAGR, of 9.32%. Meanwhile, the performance
Inflation remains well above the Federal Reserve’s target level. And recent inflation readings have come in hotter than expected, suggesting that the fight to control rising prices will be more challenging than previously anticipated. At the same time, there are some signs of weakening economic activity. This shouldn’t be too surprising, giving that the economy
The year 2023 was tumultuous year utilities stocks. Several companies faced significant challenges that led to their stocks being considered potential sells. As a result, investors may want to consider selling their shares in these companies. The reputational damage and potential legal liabilities could weigh heavily on their future performances. These utilities stocks to sell
Fintech stocks to buy have been a recent favorite of growth investors. Why? The traditional finance system is long overdue for an overhaul and there are plenty of startup fintech companies that are ready to make a change. Already, investors have seen the fintech industry rapidly creating a global network of payment services that has
The semiconductor industry is considered to be the backbone of AI and quantum computing. So, it’s no wonder that many of the top semiconductor stocks are reaping the benefits of the AI boom. Not only that, but these companies also have revenue diversification that spans multiple industries. This diversified setup helps protect them from risk
In this article BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Walmart shopping bag is seen in Krakow, Poland on February 9, 2024. Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. Under Armour — The sportswear maker’s Class A shares slumped 11% and its Class C stock fell
It’s safe to say that the stock market needs a push following a breather. After a breathtaking rally in tech stocks over the past year, the market’s taken a moment to pause. However, we saw the market gaining momentum again, and perhaps the cherry on top was the return of the infamous ‘Roaring Kitty,’ who
With multiple factors in play, a major shakeout is due in the e-commerce space. The rise of AI advances in logistics tech and the post-pandemic norm will play a huge role in driving e-commerce moving forward. In this race, though, you’d expect several companies to be left in the dust, making it an opportune time
Cybersecurity remains an important and fast-growing industry. The global market for cybersecurity is forecast to grow by about 10% per year and, by 2028, reach nearly $275 billion. The market is being driven by all facets of society: individuals, businesses and governments, all of which are vulnerable to cyberattacks. And cyber incidents are becoming more
Stagflation is a challenging economic condition characterized by the occurrence of high inflation, slow economic growth, and relatively high unemployment. This has led to my list of stocks facing stagflation concerns. However, in a broad sense, Jerome Powell emphasized that there is neither significant stagnation nor high inflation. Stagflation typically requires GDP growth to fall
Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has long dominated the market for high-end graphics processing units. Gamers and content creators have already been quite familiarized with Nvidia’s GPUs for years now. However, Nvidia stock has been redefined by generative artificial intelligence. Nvidia’s share price has skyrocketed more than 219% over the past 12 months. Shares now trade at around
Several drug stocks are at risk as the Federal Trade Commission is going after pharmaceutical companies that it alleges are trying to keep generic drugs at bay from their branded products. The Biden administration is attacking businesses across the board, such as its recent assault on the oil industry. Yet it risks killing off the
This week will go down in market history as the return of Roaring Kitty. Keith Gill — known as Roaring Kitty on social media — the Massachusetts man credited with launching the GameStop (NYSE:GME) short squeeze of 2021, picked an interesting time to return to social media. After a long hiatus, he shared an apparently
Shares of several electric vehicle makers are in the red as macroeconomic challenges and geopolitical tensions are weighing on the demand for electric vehicles. Moreover, the ongoing price war triggered by intense competition is dragging down the profitability of EV makers. Another concern is President Joe Biden’s quadrupling of tariffs on Chinese EV makers. Nonetheless,
With hurricane season rapidly approaching, investors need to be prepared for the potential financial impact. Historically, hurricane season has wreaked havoc on various industries, leading to substantial losses. The insurance industry is particularly heavily affected and faces damage claims caused by hurricanes. The 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be particularly intense, with experts forecasting
Billionaire activist investor Daniel Loeb describes the strategy at his Third Point hedge fund as “an event-driven and value approach.” He looks to unlock shareholder value through special situation investing, whether it is mergers and acquisitions, restructurings or other catalysts that can spur gains. Loeb started Third Point with just $3 million in 1995 and
Pursuing long-term prosperity often leads one to investigate blue-chip stocks, which are industry leaders in stability, resiliency, and potential for long-term growth. Indeed, there are three major opportunities in this field. With its strategic focus on capacity expansion and technological progress, the first one may capitalize on emerging market opportunities. Moreover, its leadership in extreme
“That’s what the money is for!” The climactic line from the series Mad Men explains why I just sold my shares of Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG,NASDAQ:GOOGL). If you have Alphabet stock consider following suit. Technology is a business of ideas, implemented by talented, enthusiastic, and fully empowered employees. It’s not like manufacturing. Google’s I/O developer conference has
Although tech stocks carried major market indices over the past few years, all isn’t well in tech-land. Whether due to interest rates, increased AI enthusiasm that’s somewhat misplaced, or just wider tech fatigue, tech stocks seem due for a dip. These are the tech stocks to eject that you need to evacuate from your portfolio.
It’s been nearly two weeks since Warren Buffett presided over his company’s annual shareholder meeting in Omaha. The ritual has become a must-attend for those in the industry and Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) shareholders. There’s no question Berkshire Hathaway stock remains very attractive for long-term investors. The media’s gone over many of the highlights, so I