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Top ETFs That Beat the Market in 2024 and Could Do It Again

2024 was an incredible year for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as an investment vehicle, with investors funneling a record-breaking $1.1 trillion in new assets into these funds. With new ETFs launching all the time,

J.B. Hunt Leads Truckers Lower: Buy Them While They're Down?

J.B. Hunt’s(NASDAQ:JBHT) share price hit the skids following the Q4 2024 results but will not likely be down long, nor will the transportation industry with it. The results weren’t bad but tepid relative to

Capitalize on the AI Revolution With These 3 ETFs

AI is likely the hottest market available to investors now—at an estimated size of more than $243 billion this year, it is projected to more than triple by 2030. And yet, as a burgeoning industry, AI is

MarketBeat Week in Review – 01/13 - 01/17

The sell-off in stocks reversed abruptly this week after the consumer price index (CPI) reading on inflation hinted that the soft landing scenario may still be on the table in 2025. If so, you should expect to see a strong earnings season.

AI Demand Sparks Opportunities for These 3 Nuclear Energy Leaders

2025 appears poised to be a banner year for nuclear energy companies. Demand for energy has never been higher—the U.S. Energy Information Administration estimated that the United States' total power demand for

TSMC: Long-Term Outlook Still Strong as Geopolitical Risk Rises

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE:TSM) did it again in its latest earnings release. The company impressed markets with its Q4 results, sending shares up significantly on the day. The report marked the 14th

Uber's NVIDIA Deal and Buybacks Signal Major Upside

Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) has embarked on an ambitious strategic change, a gamble that could reshape its future in the transportation sector. Uber's recent strategic moves highlight an aggressive approach to

Top Growth Picks: 3 Low-Cost Stocks That Could Double in Value

To the disappointment of buy-and-hold investors, 2025 is shaping up to be a year where nimble traders are likely to see the biggest gains. That said, there’s nothing wrong with the steady performance offered by

Is Johnson & Johnson Stock Set to Reward Long-Term Holders?

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) stock is up 1.8% in the five days after the company announced its $14.6 billion acquisition of Intra-Cellular Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:ITCI). The company will buy all the existing shares

Buffett's Sale of BAC Stock: A Smart Move or Missed Opportunity?

After Warren Buffett decided to trim his holdings in the financial sector, with Bank of America Co. (NYSE:BAC) being one of his selling picks, a lot of investors in the market grew weary of where the system might

Energy Sector Shines in 2025: 2 Stocks Leading the Charge

The energy sector has started 2025 with remarkable momentum, significantly outpacing the broader market. This impressive performance is reflected in the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:XLE), which has gained 8.07%

Market Volatility Ahead? These 3 ETFs Stand Out

Volatility is an essential but dangerous component of investment. On the one hand, the capacity for the price of a security to swing back and forth around a mean provides investors with opportunities to profit using

Bank Stocks Are on Fire; Here's Where the Action Is Smoking Hot

Bank stocks are on fire after a round of better-than-expected reports. Expected to grow earnings by 40%, the financial sector is outperforming the expectations on widespread strength supported by broad-based demand.

Cerence AI: One-Hit Wonder or Long-Term Winner After NVIDIA Pact?

Shares of AI-assistant maker Cerence (NASDAQ:CRNC) exploded upward to kick off 2025 after the company announced an expanded partnership with NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA). Shares rose nearly 144% in one day after the

Cerence AI: One-Hit Wonder or Long-Term Winner After NVIDIA Pact?

Shares of AI-assistant maker Cerence (NASDAQ:CRNC) exploded upward to kick off 2025 after the company announced an expanded partnership with NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA). Shares rose nearly 144% in one day after the

UnitedHealth Group Pulls Back Into Another Healthy Opportunity

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) stock price is pulling back from highs set last year, presenting a healthy opportunity for investors. Although the outlook for revenue growth has dimmed, the company continues to grow,

UnitedHealth Group Pulls Back Into Another Healthy Opportunity

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) stock price is pulling back from highs set last year, presenting a healthy opportunity for investors. Although the outlook for revenue growth has dimmed, the company continues to grow,

Micron Technology: Riding the AI Wave to Long-Term Growth

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is rapidly reshaping the technological sector, and at the heart of this transformation is the need for advanced memory solutions. Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) is a

Micron Technology: Riding the AI Wave to Long-Term Growth

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is rapidly reshaping the technological sector, and at the heart of this transformation is the need for advanced memory solutions. Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) is a

3 Cheap Small-Cap Banks for Dividend Growth Investors

The financial sector is booming, including small caps like Unity Bancorp (NASDAQ:UNTY), Plumas Bancorp (NASDAQ:PLBC), and Community Trust Bancorp (NASDAQ:CTBI). The results from 2024 show consumers remain healthy,