admin Artificial intelligence technology, for all the people talking about it, is still in its early stages. While a handful of technology names seem to dominate the space currently, investors looking to invest in AI may be wondering which companies are likely to do better as the field evolves. Other investors are clearly eager to jump … Read more
Are Utilities Stocks a Good Investment Today? Morningstar energy and utilities strategist Travis Miller sees reasons to invest in utilities, saying: “We think utilities’ dividends are poised for continued growth across the sector, as we forecast dividend growth in line with our median 6% earnings growth estimate. And going forward, we expect utilities’ dividend … Read more
The election of Donald Trump to another term in the White House is widely seen as a win for the oil and natural gas industry. “Natural gas production will continue to skyrocket in the Trump administration’s effort to produce more oil,” says Jason DeLorenzo, owner and principal of Ad Deum Funds, a registered investment advisor … Read more
The investment industry’s Global Industry Classification Standard, GICS, was created in 1999 by MSCI Inc. (ticker: MSCI) and S&P Global Inc. (SPGI). The idea was to standardize industrial and economic sector classifications and make it easier for investors to compare companies and evaluate securities. The GICS enjoyed wide acceptance and rapid adoption on Wall Street … Read more
Move over, AI. There’s another fast-moving technology that’s expected to generate massive financial gains in the second half of the 2020s. Quantum computing’s reputation is growing as a tech marvel that’s expected, like artificial intelligence, to change how every sector does business, from finance to energy to health care. A case in point: Quantum Insider … Read more
The death of the electric vehicle (EV) has been greatly exaggerated in 2024. Sure, there were some noteworthy setbacks in production plans or product launches in the U.S., but overall forecasts remain very strong for electric vehicle growth in the new year. Specifically, an analysis by Gartner estimates that the number of EVs in use … Read more
After a volatile 2023, most U.S. regional bank stocks stabilized in 2024. Looking ahead to 2025, analysts anticipate that solid economic growth and a friendly regulatory environment could help banks generate impressive loan growth, with a potential rebound in investment banking and mergers and acquisitions helping boost fee revenue. At the same time, falling interest … Read more
Health care stocks have underperformed in recent months on uncertainty surrounding the incoming Donald Trump administration, but they can often be a solid defensive play in an uncertain economy. People don’t typically reduce prescription drug purchases or delay procedures or trips to the doctor just because the economy slumps. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid … Read more
The S&P 500’s 2024 rally continued in November as investors anticipate a favorable 2025 environment under the incoming Donald Trump administration. Investors are also hoping the Federal Reserve has secured a “soft landing” for the economy. The S&P 500 is up by about 26% this year through Nov. 29, and top 2024 stock market performers … Read more
The fiscal 2025 National Defense Authorization Act calls for $923.3 billion in U.S. military spending, up 4.1% from 2024 levels. However, the ongoing war in Ukraine; tensions between China and Taiwan; and conflicts between Israel and Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah may force the U.S. government to increase defense industry investment in the coming years, which … Read more