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The surge in green initiatives is driving interest in battery stocks. Now integral to investor portfolios due to rising demand for various applications, battery technology continues to improve. And the companies behind the scenes continue to offer impressive value for those with a long-term investing time horizon. EV battery stocks are becoming key investments for

These should be the best of times for ChargePoint Holdings (NASDAQ:CHPT) stock. They’re the worst of times. Shares are down 81% this year because, while revenue is increasing, the company isn’t making any money. For the three months ending in July, ChargePoint lost $125 million and only brought in brought in, which was $150 million.

I believe that inflation for a common man is higher than what the headline inflation data suggests. To retain purchasing power of money, it’s important to invest in asset classes that help in comfortably beating inflation. Within equities, it’s a good idea to invest in dividend stocks that offer an attractive yield. Besides regular cash

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has undoubtedly been one of the most debated stocks of 2023, if not the most debated one. That’s largely due to its gargantuan market capitalization exceeding $1 trillion, on sales of just over $13.5 billion in its latest reported quarter. Of course, what matters for a growth stock is not current sales but

Disney (NYSE:DIS) once known as the theme-park king, is reimagining itself as a standout streaming service. The company has an upcoming earnings event, and Disney needs to show vigorous growth in that sector. Otherwise, DIS stock could fall sharply. So, it’s wise to wait for a while instead of buying shares now. You’ll want to

Upstart Holdings (NASDAQ:UPST) stock initially surged from $12.90 to $72.60 in August, followed by a correction to $27.60 per share. The stock’s prior surge could be an indicator of anticipated future value, not just a speculative increase. There’s no denying that Upstart’s AI-driven lending platform brings a lot of enthusiasm to its business model. With

Oil stocks are back in focus, with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war pushing oil prices higher on fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East that could disrupt supplies. Further, the recently announced mega deals in the sector have gained investors’ attention. Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) is acquiring shale player Pioneer Natural Resources (NYSE:PXD) for $59.5

The third-quarter earnings parade continues. According to data compiled by FactSet, 73% of S&P 500 listed companies have reported better-than-expected earnings, and 66% have announced better revenue than had been anticipated among professional analysts. Overall, that’s a pretty good track record. However, there have been plenty of hits and misses among some notable names this

Artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly emerged in 2023 as the definitive, transformative force for business. Its profound influence also gives rise to unique investment opportunities. AI’s ability to mimic and even surpass human intelligence, learn from data, and make relevant decisions has the potential to enhance productivity, create entirely new markets and disrupt traditional business models.

If you read the news, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) stock has been on fire this year. The hype has been nonstop since a federal judge ruled in favor of Ripple Labs Inc. in a lawsuit which had been brought against them by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Since the decision COIN stock has fallen by over

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) is a social media giant, but this comes with risks. The company is sometimes controversial and seems to have caught the attention of U.S. regulators. Hence, investors must weigh both Meta Platforms’ obstacles and opportunities if they’re considering buying META stock.            Even Meta Platforms’ critics should give the

Volatile markets are prime for stock pickers. And if history is any judge, a period of maximum fear frequently creates a buying opportunity for long-term investors. But right now, that still means being selective. Top stock picks are looking to be money-makers. First, the consumer staples sector is one place to look for winners, recently

With interest rates going up, there are more opportunities than ever for generous income. That doesn’t just apply to the fixed income market, either. This is driving more and more investors to high-paying dividend stocks. With the sell-off in defensive blue-chip stocks, there are a number of sleep well at night high-quality companies paying huge

Nio (NYSE:NIO) has been on a rollercoaster ride in 2023, with massive price fluctuations seen in recent months. Naturally, investors may wonder whether Nio could generate exceptional returns like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) or BYD (OTCMKTS:BYDDF) over the long-run. In my opinion, Nio certainly has considerable upside potential over the next 5-10 years. However, it also faces