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Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock has multiple, positive, potential catalysts but is facing a few important threats, as I pointed out in a column published on May 14. While performing research for this article, I identified two more potential, positive catalysts (the monetization of messaging and new virtual reality products) and one more threat (an order

The Cathie Wood style of investing has certainly fallen out of favor over the last year or two. While some growth stocks have rebounded nicely, many Cathie Wood stocks have been crushed. But that’s what a bear market will do, unfortunately. However, we’re now seeing some areas of growth investing come back to life, specifically

Navigating the tricky world of cannabis stocks has often been a perplexing endeavor for investors. Currently, the sector is grappling with headwinds. These include inflationary pressures, pricing troubles and an ever-developing regulatory landscape. The likely outcome of the lack of progress from the federal government and limited capital availability could alleviate competitive pressures as we

This article is an excerpt from the InvestorPlace Digest newsletter. To get news like this delivered straight to your inbox, click here. We’ve recently seen a surge of interest in finding the next trillion-dollar company. Perhaps it’s the recent successes of current trillion-dollar companies. Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) has risen 28% this year, while Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) has surged 37%.

It’s definitely risky to invest in global movie-theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC). However, a small-sized position in AMC stock could pay off big time. Despite the economy’s ongoing challenges, AMC Entertainment is on the cusp of a comeback with successful film franchises and a potential path to profitability. Sure, you can just buy shares of AMC

When you’re looking for the trending stocks and cryptos to buy now, choosing the right buying options is challenging despite the many available choices. Fortunately, some hot trending stocks and cryptos to buy now are worth considering because of their consistent performance. The world of stocks and cryptos is volatile right now. In the case

In 2020, I was doxxed for the first time. The culprit was a negative article about XpresSpa, an unprofitable chain of airport-based massage parlors with bizarre plans for surviving the Covid-19 pandemic. To me, it was a case of big dreams and no strategy. XpresSpa fans, however, weren’t pleased. Within hours of publishing the piece,

Mullen Automotive’s (NASDAQ:MULN) reverse stock-split may have been necessary in order to keep its Nasdaq market listing, but it hasn’t been a positive for investors in MULN stock prior to the split. Since announcing a 1-for-25 reverse split on May 3, completing the split on May 4, shares in the early-stage electric vehicle (or EV)

In today’s ever-evolving financial landscape, finding smart investment opportunities in stocks and cryptocurrencies can be challenging. However, certain stocks and cryptos stand out from the crowd for those seeking lucrative ventures with high growth potential. Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting your journey, it’s crucial to identify the best stocks and cryptos to

The speculative fervor around Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has something in common with a short squeeze. At some point it ends in tears for someone, even if the underlying trend is in their favor. There’s no doubt that Nvidia today is priced as a bubble stock. Any stock trading at 162 times current earnings and 26

As you may be aware, electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has announced a series of price cuts in recent months. Even if short-term TSLA stock traders didn’t seem to appreciate the company’s strategy at first, the tide of sentiment appears to be shifting. Now is a great time to start a share position in Tesla,

The world’s foremost artificial intelligence (AI) stock trading algorithm, An-E, has issued price predictions on these nine hot stocks. An-E (pronounced Annie) has made this kind of prediction before. Back in December, Wall Street was bullish on Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ). Analysts were convinced JNJ could only go up… but An-E knew better. The algorithm said that

In 2023, SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is proving that it’s not just a personal finance app; it’s actually a safe haven during a time of banking-sector turmoil. As some depositors flee less reputable banks and entrust their funds with SoFi Technologies, SOFI stock has a chance to reach double-digit territory during the coming months. It’s understandable that

Even though I am making a “crypto vs. stock investment comparison,” I would like to make it clear that in no way should cryptocurrencies substitute stocks in your portfolio. Instead, both stocks and cryptos should go hand-in-hand, with stocks taking up the majority of your portfolio and cryptos taking up to 5%, or 15% if

The world’s foremost artificial intelligence stock trading algorithm, An-E, predicts that PacWest (NASDAQ:PACW) stock will gain 11.2% by June 7. An-E (pronounced Annie) has made this kind of prediction before. Back in December, Wall Street was bullish on Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ). Analysts were convinced JNJ could only go up… but An-E knew better. The

Twilio (NYSE:TWLO) reported first-quarter results for 2023. Twilio reported earnings per share of 47 cents. That was more than double the analyst estimate of 21 cents. The company reported revenue of $1.01 billion. That was slightly higher than the analyst estimate for revenue of $1 billion. You can read the full Twilio press release here.

Investors hunting for most of the hottest initial public offerings (IPOs) may have to wait for some time, especially as there is a recession on the horizon for late 2023. Still, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some hot IPOs you can watch out for that may go public in Fall 2023. The selection may not

Editor’s note: “Buying Opendoor Stock Now Could Be Like Buying AMZN in 1997” was previously published in May 2023. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available. Anyone who follows me knows this: I’m super bullish on Opendoor (OPEN) stock. Indeed, buying Opendoor stock today could be like buying Amazon (AMZN)

Investors remain puzzled due to persistent macro challenges, continued interest rate hikes, and the regional banking crisis. Given the ongoing uncertainties, sectors that are resilient during economic downturns could offer attractive investment opportunities. While not entirely immune to recessionary conditions, healthcare companies have the ability to navigate a tough macro backdrop due to the essential

This article is an excerpt from the InvestorPlace Digest newsletter. To get news like this delivered straight to your inbox, click here. On Tuesday, the New York Stock Exchange surprised markets by immediately suspending all trading in First Republic Bank shares. The stock had been hovering at $3.50 before the halt on the possibility of a