Machine learning, which allows computers to copy how humans learn and adapt, is nothing new. The term was first coined back in 1959 by computer scientist Arthur Samuel, who created the first machine learning system – the Samuel Checkers-playing Program. Now, far more advanced, machine learning is doing far more than playing checkers, creating a big opportunity
Within a long-term bull market, there can be intermediate corrections. A 30% to 40% decline in stocks before a fresh rally is not uncommon in high-growth industries. The reason is that markets always tend to react on extremes. A good example of my point is electric vehicle (EV) stocks. As the EV sector faces some
Indeed, 2024 has effectively ushered in a topsy-turvy period for global supply chains. Major Panama and Suez Canal disruptions and escalating geopolitical tensions reshape decades-old trade routes. In particular, retailers are feeling the heat of these major upheavals, especially with the continuing attacks in the Red Sea. Those impact Suez Canal accessibility, a critical route
In my view, the next 24 to 36 months will be a period of another big bull market for cryptocurrencies. Direct exposure to Bitcoin (BTC-USD) and quality altcoins can deliver multibagger returns during this period. At the same time, investors can consider proxy exposure to the crypto bull market. One way is to buy fundamentally
Inflation has come a long way, and cuts to the Federal Funds rate are expected for the latter half of 2024, but geopolitical tensions are hotter than they have been in a while. Geopolitical tensions between the United States and China, as well as renewed conflict in the Middle East, including the Israel-Hamas War and
In this article Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A hand changing television channels with the remote control. Manuel Breva Colmeiro | Moment | Getty Images Company: Xperi (XPER) Business: Xperi is a technology company that develops software solutions and has the following four main business segments. First, there’s pay-TV, which provides backend software for
Source: Bing AI Turn on the television, and you are likely to find someone discussing the economic recession that never happened. The economy is on the brink of collapse, they say, and stocks are set to crash and burn as they did in 2008… If you have not already, you need to stop listening to
Investing in the stock market isn’t without the risks, but what if you could generate extra income from your investment? If you are a risk-averse investor like me and want to build a retirement portfolio, dividend stocks with consistent cash flow will appeal to you. You can achieve your goal of generating consistent income while
The future of the U.S. economy looks promising, having concluded 2023 with unexpectedly robust growth, defying recession concerns. Consumer spending, business investment, government outlays, exports, and improved housing conditions contributed to the economy’s resilience. As the nation enters a presidential election year, the strong economic performance is anticipated to continue. Experts are foreseeing continued positive
Constructing a portfolio takes a lot of time and effort. It’s even more tedious to craft a portfolio that aligns with your financial goals. Some investors seek to grow their portfolios by as much as possible. They are willing to take risks but don’t want to take on speculative investments. Distinguishing between those types of
Tech stocks are taking the world by storm, and the market is eagerly awaiting the quarterly results to see if they are worth the hype. As one of the most important industries for the economy, the tech space is thriving with the adoption of Artificial Intelligence, and I believe this year will be all about
With the Federal Reserve halting interest rate hikes, the investment scene favors bullish trends. In fact, the S&P 500 has been on a monumental streak of late, achieving record-high closes in the past week, driven by significant gains in the technology sector. This change, paired with a robust economic outlook, presents a prime opportunity for
Identifying the blue-chip stocks that promise exponential growth is akin to uncovering hidden treasure in the financial markets. In this pursuit of wealth multiplication, seven entities stand out as the growth titans, poised not merely to safeguard your investments but to triple them by 2027. The article serves as your treasure map, guiding you through
The virtual reality market is expected to grow at a compound annual rate approaching 25% during the period from 2024 to 2029. That rate of growth is very attractive and will drive investment into the sector. 2024 is poised to be an especially strong year for the augmented and virtual reality sector. Major firms release
After being mostly down over the past three years, the biotech sector rallied hard to end 2023. The SPDR S&P Biotech ETF (NYSEARCA:XBI) is up 31% in the last three months. From 2010 through 2019, investing in the XBI was a good proxy for the biotech sector. However, the monetary and regulatory landscape around biotech
Wondering if you should be selling your restaurant stocks in 2024? As we start the new year, market professionals look at the tea leaves and provide their outlook on how the rest of the year will unfold. According to Morgan Stanley, one of the growing concerns is a hard landing and a surprising recession due
Finding stocks to sell in 2024 isn’t hard, but actually executing is another matter. For example, bearish sentiment abounds around the Magnificent Seven as the S&P 500 hits all-time highs despite sweeping tech layoffs and overall economic unease. And sure, you could short a stock like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) on the grounds of massive overvaluation. But
Adding stocks for diversification to your portfoliois still the best approach for most investors. While mega-cap technology stocks continue to lead the market higher, having all one’s eggs in that basket is risky. Over time, the stock market rally will broaden out, and sector rotation will occur. When that happens, investors who have a diversified
It was an ugly year for utility stocks. The rapid rise in interest rates by the Federal Reserve caused a drag on utility earnings. Utility borrowing costs rise because they are capital-intensive and rely heavily upon debt financing. Utilities end up taking a hit on earnings. Also, income investors sour on utilities as bond rates
Artificial intelligence (AI) can increase global productivity and help businesses generate more revenue. Those two outcomes and others have captivated investors who seek to beat the market. It’s hard to find an industry that performed as well as AI last year. It may also be challenging to find a sector that can keep up with