Warren Buffett ahead of the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholder’s Meeting in Omaha, NE. David A. Grogan | CNBC Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday reported a big rise in operating earnings in the fourth quarter, thanks to huge gains in its insurance business, while its cash pile expanded to record levels. The Omaha-based conglomerate posted operating earnings
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Chinese stocks have struggled, as indicated by the downtrend in the Shanghai index. It’s also noteworthy that the index has remained sideways (amid volatility) in the last five years. The reasons for depressed valuations include macroeconomic challenges and geopolitical factors. However, there is no doubt that several quality stocks in the Chinese market have overreacted
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Solar stocks continue to present intriguing opportunities for investors looking for growth potential. This February edition highlights three companies that stand out for their innovative approaches and strategic moves in the market. Each of these companies has demonstrated significant potential despite the challenges and volatility inherent in the solar industry. The recent headwinds battering the
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The stock market has seen a remarkable surge in recent months, climbing 21% since the end of October. Rallies as strong as this one tend to yield several stock winners, which in this case are primarily GenAI-focused companies.  Some analysts believe this rally could extend through 2024, contingent on several key factors. One of the key
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Since the late 1970s, when the former options trader and arbitrageur moved into activist investing (then called “corporate raiding”), Carl Icahn has built a multi-billion dollar fortune investing in (and pushing for profitable changes at) undervalued companies. With this track record, it’s no surprise that Wall Street and Main Street investors alike are always curious
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The recent downturn in EV stocks has left many investors feeling gloomy about the future of electric vehicles. With high interest rates, inflation and insurance costs dampening customer demand, EV sales have hit the skids. Several once high-flying EV makers have seen their stocks nosedive in recent months as a result. However, I believe the
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Unlocking 20x stocks in the next decade starts with emerging tech. As investors hunt for opportunities that promise twentyfold gains, focusing on sectors where innovation is exploding is imperative. The landscape of potential is vast, with artificial intelligence, renewable energy, biotechnology, fintech and other tech verticals leading the charge. These domains aren’t just riding the
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While exploring investment opportunities, identifying stocks with the potential for exponential growth takes a lot of energy. Amidst the ongoing flux of markets, certain stocks offer the possibility of transforming modest investments into substantial gains. Here are three stocks to buy, each presenting a compelling case to amplify portfolio returns. These companies span semiconductor equipment,
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History suggests that buying clean energy stocks when they’ve dropped tremendously and are out of favor with Wall Street can produce some great profits. For evidence of that assertion, consider that the solar energy ETF, Invesco Solar ETF (NYSEArca:TAN), jumped from $17.50 in April 2017 to $108.69 in January 2021. Similarly, JinkoSolar (NASDAQ:JKS), a leading
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I like tracking Home Depot (NYSE:HD) stock given just how important housing is to the broader economy (and I like that they sell lumber!). That’s why its fourth-quarter earnings report is particularly interesting. Home Depot reported a decline in same-store sales of 3.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023, with a notable 4% decrease observed
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