While share price appreciation continues to be important, a good number of investors also prize regular and consistent dividend payments. Dividends provide people, especially those in retirement, with a source of income. Reinvested dividends can help to grow a portfolio over the long term. And, above all else, dividends offer a predictable return to shareholders
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Another week, another round of economic data. Yesterday, October job openings in the United States were again revised downward and fell to their lowest number since March 2021, underscoring the idea that the economy is indeed cooling. Ultimately, this will give the Federal Reserve some breathing room or even give the central bank reason to
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Investors often view income and growth as mutually exclusive. But, some companies defy this dichotomy. In fact, three dividend powerhouses emerge as top choices for 2024. They embody resilience, financial strength, consistent distribution growth, operational efficiency, and a sustained dividend history. Essentially, these stocks offer reliable investment opportunities in an unpredictable market. So, to those
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Google “precision agriculture,” and you get more than 9.3 million results. It’s become a big part of the story around agriculture stocks and the use of technology.  What is precision agriculture? “Precision agriculture is a method of farming that uses technological innovations – including GPS guidance, drones, sensors, soil sampling and precision machinery – in
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In 2023, the landscape of high-growth investments is being reshaped by artificial intelligence. As a transformative business force, AI is catalyzing innovation. It’s making the top AI stocks a magnet for savvy investors. Trailblazers like OpenAI and Anthropic are leading this revolution, witnessing a revenue explosion that mirrors the sector’s dynamic evolution. Moreover, Statista forecasts
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Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) may still be the undisputed 800-pound gorilla of artificial intelligence chips. But Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) is looking like it could be a formidable threat. In fact, AMD is coming for Nvidia’s crown. AMD shares rose about 7% Thursday after the semiconductor powerhouse, run by Dr. Lisa Su, launched its MI300X chip, which
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If you’re looking for a golden ticket to potential gains in the fast-growing market for artificial intelligence technology, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock earns a confident “A” grade for growth and value. There’s no disputing the outstanding performance of Microsoft stock in 2023. Where does Microsoft’s value come from, though? The answer lies in the company’s relentless drive to innovate
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There are two ways to look at Tesla’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) year in 2023. On the one hand, Tesla stock is up 121% year-to-date. On the other hand, the company is getting crushed on the public relations front everywhere Elon Musk turns. Forget X. He’s got bigger worries with his primary money maker. Between fighting with unions
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SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) is a legitimate, chartered bank with innovative concepts for personal finance. Does that mean everyone should invest in SOFI stock, though? Recent news about SoFi Technologies may disappoint cryptocurrency enthusiasts. On the other hand, a well-known fund manager who seems to be crypto-friendly recently bought a sizable chunk of SoFi Technologies shares. So,
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The hype around artificial intelligence continues to build as investors become more familiar with its capabilities. While AI is far from a crystal ball, it can be a valuable tool for identifying promising investment opportunities that may otherwise fly under the radar. Google’s (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) Bard AI has proven particularly adept at stock picking, consistently
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