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1 Stock to Avoid in 2025
Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) has not found a formula to operate the business sustainably despite generous handouts from the government.
Tue, Jan 7
Here's Why QuantumScape Soared on Monday
The S&P 500 posted a solid on Monday, with QuantumScape (NYSE: QS) as a major standout. As of the market close, the solid-state EV battery technology company was higher by 9.5% and traded more than 13% higher at certain points.
Tue, Jan 7
Why Alphabet Stock Gained 12% in January
Shares of Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) were among the winners last month after the tech giant unveiled a breakthrough with its new quantum chip, Willow.
Tue, Jan 7
Why Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin Jumped Today
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) is climbing again on Monday after MicroStrategy continued its massive buying spree.
Tue, Jan 7
5 Stocks Warren Buffett Is Betting Big On for 2025
There's arguably not a money manager on Wall Street that has the ability to command the attention of professional and everyday investors quite like Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B) CEO Warren Buffett.
Mon, Jan 6
25 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold in 2025
As long as investors seek income, dividends never go out of style. And there will always be investors who want income.The new year brings plenty of opportunities for those investors. Here are 25 top dividend stocks to buy and hold in 2025.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revea
Mon, Jan 6
Why Opendoor Stock Plunged 32% in December
Real estate technology company Opendoor Technologies (NASDAQ: OPEN) stock dropped 32% in December, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. Mortgage rates went back up after receding earlier in the year, and the market became more pessimistic about the real estate industry again.
Mon, Jan 6
Better Artificial Intelligence Stock: IonQ vs. Rigetti Computing
When investors discuss the artificial intelligence (AI) market, they often focus on GPU makers like Nvidia, generative AI software developers like OpenAI, AI-driven cloud giants like Microsoft, and data center and networking chipmakers like Broadcom. Yet those investors will often overlook the poten
Mon, Jan 6
Warren Buffett Sold $133 Billion Worth of Stocks in 2024: Here Are 2 He's Not Selling
Buffett continues to hold shares of Coca-Cola and American Express, which says a lot about what he thinks of their competitive advantages and growth prospects.
Mon, Jan 6
Should You Buy the Dip in Micron Stock Right Now?
On Dec. 18, semiconductor company Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) reported earnings for its first quarter of fiscal 2025 (ended Nov. 28) -- and by all accounts, the report looked rock solid.
Fri, Jan 3
Microsoft vs. Amazon: Which Cloud-Computing Stock Will Outperform in 2025?
Both Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) saw strong growth in their cloud-computing business units in 2024. While Microsoft's Azure saw the higher revenue growth, it was Amazon's stock that outperformed in 2024.
Fri, Jan 3
4 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy in 2025
In this video, I will talk about four semiconductor stocks worth your attention as we kick off 2025. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.
Fri, Jan 3
Should You Buy Tesla Stock for 2025?
Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock price soared in 2024, but 2025 could be a more challenging year for the EV industry overall.
Fri, Jan 3
Why SoFi Stock Tumbled by Over 8% on Thursday
The stock market had a fairly gloomy start to the new year on Thursday, but SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) shares really took a hit. The fintech plummeted by more than 8% on the inaugural trading session of 2025, a far steeper fall than the 0.2% slide of the bellwether S&P 500 index.
Fri, Jan 3
Why Solana, Cardano, and Aptos Are Kicking Off the New Year Right
Today was a volatile day in the stock market, with all three major indices closing lower to end the day after being up considerably in early morning trading.
Fri, Jan 3
Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) Demand Help Dell Stock Skyrocket in 2025?
When you think of artificial intelligence (AI) computing, Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) probably isn't the first company you think of. Dell likely reminds you of a laptop or computing station you use at work, not big, powerful AI computing.
Thu, Jan 2
Should You Buy This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock in 2025?
Data analytics expert BigBear.ai (NYSE: BBAI) has been soaring in 2024. On the morning of New Year's Eve, the stock was up by 128% in 52 weeks. Inquisitive minds (and growth-hungry investors) want to know if the gains can continue in 2025 and beyond.
Thu, Jan 2
Will the Stock Market Soar or Crash in 2025? Most Wall Street Analysts Share This Opinion.
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) rocketed 23% in 2024, marking the second consecutive year in which the benchmark index gained more than 20%, something it last did in 1998. Factors contributing to that upside include strong economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and excitement about artificial...
Thu, Jan 2
Should You Buy Netflix Stock Before Jan. 6?
One company that quietly had a milestone year in 2024 is streaming platform Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX), which gained 85% and is currently trading near all-time highs.
Thu, Jan 2
Biggest Social Security Changes Taking Effect in 2025
As we step into 2025, you may be setting financial goals for the year and putting together your to-do list. While you're at it, you should also keep tabs on the Social Security changes coming this year. These updates could impact you, whether you're still working or already retired.
Thu, Jan 2
