In a battle of the overpaid CEOs, Elon Musk recently made fun of Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID) CEO Peter Rawlinson for hauling in $379 million in 2022. Most of that was from options and stock awards vested during the year. As the Automotive News points out, you won’t be able to detect the superb pay from
EV charging stocks have not participated in the year-to-date broad market rally. The reason is intensifying competition and sustained cash burn. I, however, believe that several EV charging stocks are deeply oversold and poised for a big reversal rally. In addition to the valuation factor, business developments for several EV charging companies have been encouraging.
“Social media is the ultimate equalizer. It gives a voice and a platform to anyone willing to engage.” –Amy Jo Martin This has not been a healthy market by any means. As I’ve noted numerous times, the vast majority of stocks have performed sub-par in what is otherwise supposed to be a strong year given
The year 2021 was a boom for the online payments industry, as the world rushed to adopt digital commerce solutions. Since then, payment stocks have plunged in value as business momentum slowed. But investors shouldn’t throw out the baby with the bathwater. Online commerce will continue its inexorable growth, albeit perhaps at a slower rate,
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, July 12, 2023. Brendan Mcdermid | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Oracle — Shares dipped more than 12% a day after the software company posted disappointing earnings and revenue guidance for its fiscal second quarter. Oracle’s revenue, which came in at
A new month arrives and with it comes new investment opportunities. We will not always need such a large capital to make our investments, for these penny stocks present us with good opportunities that we can take advantage of, with little capital but perhaps with great returns. This has led to the rise of the
The world’s rapid transition to renewable energy and the electrification of transportation will require it to utilize certain metals on a much wider scale going forward. For the purposes of American stock investors, it’s most noteworthy that the amount of copper, silver, and lithium extracted and used will have to surge tremendously. This has led
In the stock market, investors constantly seek opportunities promising substantial investment returns. Amidst this quest for profitable prospects, three companies listed in the article have emerged as prime candidates poised for explosive growth. These companies are rewriting the rules in their respective domains. They are making waves with their visionary approaches and unwavering commitment to
Safra Catz, CEO of Oracle Corporation, rings the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., July 12, 2023. Brendan Mcdermid | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines before the bell Oracle – Shares fell 10% before the opening bell after the company posted weaker-than-expected revenue and revenue
In 2023, Chinese stocks have massively underperformed in developed markets contrary to expectations. Investors anticipated a lift from economic growth after the end of the COVID-19 lockdown measures, but this has yet to materialize. Instead, the Chinese economy has been weak and government efforts to stimulate the economy are failing. While China’s economic weakness has
It hasn’t been a great year for finding the best utilities stocks to buy. It has been the sector laggard of the S&P 500 which has grown more swiftly than many expected. That’s a consequence of the explosive growth of AI and a story for another time. The point is, that there’s a contrarian opportunity
In May, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) briefly reached a $1 trillion market value, propelled by its success in the AI sector, with its stock tripling in less than eight months thanks to the growing interest in generative AI. Given the stock’s impressive momentum, many are now considering the potential from here. If a stock like Nvidia can
Plenty have thrown in the towel with positions in Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID), but many analysts and investors remain optimistic about the future prospects of LCID stock. While others have headed for the exits, they’ve held on, continuing to argue the consistently-questionable bull case for the struggling electric vehicle maker’s shares. In fact, just recently, the
Last month, I declared Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock a must-own artificial intelligence chip play. Now, I’m kicking it up a notch. AMD deserves to be the eighth member of the “Magnificent Seven” group of famous U.S. technology firms. Maybe it’s controversial to say this, but AMD deserves to be on the Mount Rushmore of
Sometimes, even the most promising growth stories can have unfortunate endings. China-based electric vehicle manufacturer Nio (NYSE:NIO) has come a long way during the past several years. Yet, Nio’s recent financial and operational data don’t support a long position in NIO stock right now. Plus, Nio is embarking on a business venture that could turn out
When it comes to identifying the pulse of contemporary stock market trends, it’s tough to overlook the burgeoning influence of Reddit. Investing subreddits in particular have steered notable stock shifts and even reshaped market narratives. Among the stocks creating a buzz, AI stocks have taken center stage this year, especially with stalwarts such as Nvidia
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
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
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
Some of the best oil stocks have seen significant price action in the last few years. This has been in sync with the volatility in crude oil since the pandemic. From historic lows during the pandemic, crude oil surged well above $100 per barrel. However, as growth concerns increased on the back of tightening monetary