In this article BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Charlie Munger at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting in Los Angeles California. May 1, 2021. Gerard Miller As Charlie Munger’s admirers around the globe mourn the loss of one of the most influential investors ever, a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation has spread — for
Disney (NYSE:DIS), once considered a reliable investment, faced numerous challenges in recent years, causing setbacks for hopeful investors. Despite a 4% increase this year after positive earnings, the stock remains down 53% from its peak. The stock hit a recent low below $80 per share in October, providing plenty of concern for this previously high-flying stock.
Investing in artificial intelligence stocks has produced impressive gains on a year-to-date basis. Indeed, C3.ai (NYSE:AI) is one such stock that’s produced outsized returns for investments this year. Accordingly, for many momentum investors, this is the stock to own. However, at some point, investors may question this sector’s growth trajectory or the valuations of companies benefiting from this trend.
You should make every investment count. Warren Buffett says to think of it as if you have just 20 stocks to buy over your lifetime and every time you buy one, your card gets punched. He calls it his 20-slot rule. “You’d really have to think carefully about what you did,” he said. “And you’d be
The Nasdaq has rebounded strongly since the start of 2023, gaining more than 10% in the past month. The index has benefited from the positive economic data that showed a slowdown in inflation and consumer spending, easing the pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates further. However, not all tech stocks have participated
With one month left in the year, it’s time for investors to consider buying stocks from the United Kingdom (U.K.). Recently, Vanguard highlighted that it expects U.S. stocks to generate annualized returns of 5.2% over the next decade, 280 basis points less than non-U.S. developed markets. Small- and mid-cap stocks make up a major chunk of
The top tech stocks are more just the “Magnificent Seven” list or the next big thing in artificial intelligence. Today, in a higher interest rate environment, you can’t afford to gamble on companies with limited long-term prospects or poor financials. Markets aren’t rewarding bad financial management, nor are they throwing cash at losers with limited
In an era of technological innovation and market dynamism, three standout stocks to buy for the next decade are drawing attention for their disruptive strategies and potential for monumental growth. These companies are not merely enterprises but visionaries redefining sectors through unparalleled operational acumen, strategic acquisitions and innovative market approaches. The first stock, riding the
ESG, which stands for environmental, social, and governance, is a term thrown around quite loosely these days. I’ve realized that many believe ESG is a political initiative that goes against the grain of the free markets. However, that is certainly not the case. Although the concept does steer companies in a specific direction, the primary
The year 2023 has been a volatile one for the equities markets and investors, especially for those playing in the small-cap space. The S&P500 and Nasdaq faced an extended sell-off and even entered “correction” territory between August and November, as investors worried about inflation and the impact of the Fed’s rate hikes. Fortunately, the recent
The electric vehicle industry is going through several important changes that have stunted prices. However, the current expectation is that presently muted demand will not continue indefinitely. The industry has already reached a critical mass that all but ensures the continued growth of the industry. In fact, this graph indicates that the demand curve is about to
AI chip stocks like Nvidia (NVDA) were the hottest investment of 2023. In fact, NVDA stock itself has soared more than 225% this year. But we’re rapidly approaching a new year and, with it, a new top investment idea. Move aside, AI chip stocks. It’s time for the AI software stock boom. Approaching AI Software
As a proud Canadian, it bothers me that Canadian airlines rank last for on-time arrivals in North America. While not surprising, given most Canadians aren’t known for seeking competence from their duopolistic domestic businesses, American investors are wise to put Canadian airline stocks at the top of their list of Canadian stocks to avoid. Fortunately,
In the unpredictable terrain of the stock market, meme stocks to avoid have become a critical watchlist for investors. The social media-driven phenomenon has effectively turned stocks you’d typically avoid into viral sensations, leading to temporary price surges as communities rally to boost their value. While this could potentially lead to short-term gains, the underlying
While it might immediately seem the most intuitive concept, investors may want to start planning stocks to buy this winter. Cooler weather and the eventfulness that it brings implies more folks stuck indoors. And that might have a negative impact on emotional wellbeing, which could dissuade investor sentiment. On the other hand, some experts believe
As countries throughout the world work to make (or keep) climate change top of mind in policy initiatives, some investors are paying more attention to a company’s environmental, social and governance score. An ESG score measures how well a company performs regarding issues like sustainability and gender equality. Because of their environmental focus, clean energy
With concerns about a slowdown in the global economy rising, investors may be better served considering the top healthcare hidden-gem stocks. To be sure, no guarantees exist in the market; otherwise, everyone would pour money into the guaranteed space. However, over the long run, the healthcare sector may be as close to a sure thing
Lithium stocks have suffered sharp declines in 2023. The price of lithium carbonate has cratered 77% YTD, on the back of higher supply and lower EV sales volume in China. Lithium is a key component within the electric vehicle battery supply chain. It is also needed to meet the growing demand of energy storage systems.
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) is not like other electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Not only is it focused on the consumer SUV market but also the commercial truck market. A partnership with Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) to deliver 10,000 electrified vans to the e-commerce giant has been a major selling point. Now Rivian plans to offer its commercial vans
This has been a rough year for the real estate investment trusts. While the S&P 500 index is showing returns of nearly 20% in 2023, many of the top REIT exchange-traded funds are barely holding their own. There are plenty of REITs to avoid these days. REITs own and manage income-generating real estate properties, everything