Wall Street is expected to continue its recent gains, fueled by optimism around Nvidia's upcoming earnings and the potential long-term boost in earnings per share from the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). According to Goldman Sachs, companies with high exposure to AI adoption and larger size are likely to see increased valuation multiples as the adoption timeline becomes clearer.
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley analysts recommend stocks like Nvidia, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platform, Salesforce, and Apple, while companies like Zoom, Baidu, Campbell, Aramark, Hasbro, Intuit, Visa, GXO Logistics, Upstart, and SoFi receive price target updates or ratings changes from various financial institutions.
Wall Street rises ahead of Nvidia's profit report, as investors anticipate whether the AI frenzy is justified and whether the chip maker can meet high expectations.
Investors are looking forward to after-the-bell earnings from Nvidia as the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq are set to open slightly higher; Apple is now the most under-owned large-cap U.S. tech stock while Meta Platforms is the most over-owned.
U.S. stocks closed higher as shares of Nvidia surged ahead of their quarterly results, boosting tech stocks and extending the year's rally, while weak business activity data and falling Treasury yields also supported the market.
Semiconductor stocks in Asia, including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp and Samsung Electronics, surged following Nvidia's strong quarterly results and optimistic guidance, driven by the demand for AI chips used in data centers and artificial intelligence applications.
Wall Street analysts are optimistic about chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and its potential in the AI market, despite the current focus on Nvidia, with several analysts giving a Buy rating on AMD's stock and expecting solid upside potential.
Nvidia's stock reaches a new high as Wall Street analysts praise the company's strong earnings, which demonstrate that the artificial-intelligence industry is continuing to drive its growth.
Goldman Sachs analysts remain optimistic about the impact of artificial intelligence (A.I.) on the global economy, predicting increased productivity, higher corporate revenues, and boosted earnings for companies in the short and long term, naming Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms as some of the key beneficiaries of A.I. advancements.
Despite Nvidia's strong earnings, stocks closed lower due to mixed economic signals and the decline of big tech stocks such as Tesla and Amazon.com. Investors are awaiting Jerome Powell's speech for insight into interest rates, while the 10-year Treasury yield climbed and Dollar Tree's stock fell.
Nvidia's strong growth potential and their ability to adapt to a slowing economy make them a key player in the stock market.
U.S. stocks opened higher following the Dow Jones Industrial Average's recovery from its worst day in five months as investors awaited Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole.
By 2030, the top three AI stocks are predicted to be Apple, Microsoft, and Alphabet, with Apple expected to maintain its position as the largest company based on market cap and its investment in AI, Microsoft benefiting from its collaboration with OpenAI and various AI fronts, and Alphabet capitalizing on AI's potential to boost its Google Cloud business and leverage quantum computing expertise.
Tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 close higher on Monday, while Dow Jones Industrial Average falls slightly; Bank of America analyst predicts insurers will increase customer prices due to increased climate change risk; Allianz economist believes Federal Reserve Chair Powell will focus on short-term monetary policy at Jackson Hole; Loop Capital warns of weak smartphone sales ahead of iPhone 15 launch; CFRA Research chief investment strategist expects year-end rally for stocks despite recession concerns; Homebuilding stocks begin to decline; AMC Entertainment falls ahead of stock conversion; Cybersecurity company SentinelOne explores potential sale; LPL Financial chief technical strategist says recent stock pullback is temporary and predicts end-of-year rally; Jefferies upgrades gold product manufacturer Acushnet Holdings; Nvidia's quarterly earnings report could be critical for the market, says Wolfe Research; Stocks making big moves midday, including XPeng, Eli Lilly, and Marriott Vacations Worldwide.
Apple and Nvidia are two Nasdaq-listed stocks that have the potential to lead your portfolio for years to come, with Apple's sustainable profits driven by their shift to a services-focused approach and Nvidia's dominance in the AI hardware market.
Stocks around the world are starting the week on a positive note, despite the possibility of higher U.S. interest rates, with U.S. futures pointing to a modest boost for indexes at the opening bell.
US equity markets were relatively stagnant last week, with major indexes trading up and down around their 200-day moving averages, indicating a lack of direction and potential resistance, while Treasury markets appeared to stabilize despite an inverted yield curve, suggesting a potential recession on the horizon. Fed Chair Jerome Powell's hawkish speech on Friday emphasized the need for caution and the possibility of higher interest rates, while Nvidia's strong earnings highlighted the company's dominance in the artificial intelligence sector.
Investors get excited about stock splits, which indicate a good business, and stocks like Nvidia and Alphabet are predicted to have substantial upside potential according to Wall Street analysts.
The article provides an update on the stocks that are currently experiencing significant movement, including Dell, Broadcom, Tesla, Apple, Nutanix, MongoDB, PagerDuty, and more.
VMware, Lululemon Athletica, Broadcom, Papa John's, PagerDuty, A-Mark Precious Metals, Dell Technologies, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Tesla, and MongoDB all made headlines in midday trading with various financial updates and announcements.
Summary: Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple stocks had a great week as August ended on a strong note and Friday's jobs report provided a solid start to September.
The top 25 stocks in the S&P 500 outperformed the index in the 35th week of 2023, with tech stocks leading the way, suggesting a return of bull markets and a decrease in recessionary fears; however, market health, the balance between developed and emerging markets, and investor behavior still need to be addressed. Additionally, market correlations have dropped since COVID, and on "down-market" days, correlations are 5% higher than on "up-market" days. Market correlations also decrease during upward economic cycles. Retail investors are showing a preference for dividend-driven investing and investing in AI stocks. The global subsidies race is impacting valuations in tech and leading to supply chain inefficiencies. As a result, there are opportunities for diversification and investment in a wide variety of equities and bonds.
Summary: The article discusses the stock market movers of the day, including Tesla, Nvidia, Fidelity National Financial, and Oracle.
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) stock is rising as investors recognize its potential in the artificial intelligence (AI) hardware market, making it a strong competitor to Nvidia, especially with the launch of its M1300X AI chip in the third quarter of 2023.
Despite the buzz around generative AI, analysts are highly bullish on Microsoft and Nvidia due to AI-driven demand, while they are more cautious on UiPath, with Wall Street seeing higher upside potential in Nvidia than the other two stocks.
HSBC suggests that now is a good time to invest in U.S. stocks and other risk assets.
The U.S. equity market faced challenges in August 2023, but analysts believe it may be a good time for retail investors to consider high-quality stocks like The Trade Desk and Pinterest, which have strong growth potential in the programmatic advertising and e-commerce sectors, respectively.
Stocks sold off and U.S. Treasury yields rose for the second consecutive day, while Germany's manufacturing orders experienced a significant decline; Apple signed a long-term agreement with Arm, boosting anticipation for Arm's upcoming IPO; the European Commission designated Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft as "gatekeepers" under its new Digital Markets Act; Goldman Sachs updated its conviction list, adding a new company with projected revenue growth and removing another after a significant drop in shares; and markets are focusing on stubborn inflation and the threat of higher interest rates, causing stocks to be pressured and technology stocks to be particularly affected.
AI may be the biggest technological shift since the internet, and three stocks to buy and hold if this prediction holds true are Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon, while caution is advised for Nvidia due to its valuation.
Summary: Many investors are predicting a new bull market for the S&P 500, and while it has yet to reach a new high, it is only 7% away; three stocks to consider buying are Amazon, which has a strong presence in the logistics market and opportunities in AI, Mastercard, which benefits from its business moat and growth in emerging markets, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, which has potential catalysts in its pipeline and an attractive valuation.
Nvidia's data center graphics cards continue to experience high demand, leading to record-high shares; however, investors should be aware of the risk of AI chip supply shortages. Microsoft and Amazon are alternative options for investors due to their growth potential in AI and other sectors.
Stocks were higher on Monday, with the Nasdaq leading the way, as Apple stabilized and the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer highlighted key events including Salesforce's Dreamforce event, Apple's iPhone 15 event, Google's search trial, upcoming inflation data, and the expiration of the UAW labor contract. Additionally, Meta Platforms is developing a new AI system to rival OpenAI's model, while Oracle's earnings are set for release, with analysts expecting upside from Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
Stock investors should focus on long-term beneficiaries of artificial intelligence, as near-term beneficiaries have already experienced significant share price increases, according to Goldman Sachs. Companies across various sectors, such as communication services, consumer discretionary, financials, and information technology, are expected to see a boost in their earnings per share from AI adoption.
Katie Stockton discusses the current outlook of the stock market, individual sectors, and cryptocurrencies using key technical indicators, while also highlighting the significance of Apple and Alphabet in light of the iPhone release and the antitrust suit against Google.
European stock markets are expected to open higher on Tuesday as investors await economic data, including U.S. inflation figures and the European Central Bank's rate decision, while Arm IPO's price could potentially surpass $51 per share. Meanwhile, tech investor Paul Meeks plans to buy tech stocks once the market correction subsides, and Federal Reserve officials are reportedly feeling less urgency for another rate hike. HSBC has also named its "must see stocks" in the UK.
Nvidia's record sales in AI chips have deterred investors from funding semiconductor start-ups, leading to an 80% decrease in US deals, as the cost of competing chips and the difficulty of breaking into the market have made them riskier investments.
HSBC has identified its top stocks with potential for substantial gains in the UK, according to a report by Amala Balakrishner. Top tech investor Paul Meeks believes that now is the time to buy tech stocks after a dip, as reported by Weizhen Tan. Schwab's Jeffrey Kleintop suggests that international stocks offer numerous opportunities for investors, as stated by Hakyung Kim.
Bill Gates has invested in Schrödinger, an AI-focused drug discovery company, and Wall Street analysts are bullish about its stock, with a potential upside of 67% over the next 12 months, but there are some concerns about the company's revenue, profitability, and customer collaborations.
Summary: Alphabet and Baidu are recommended as top AI stocks to buy in September due to their strong AI-driven operations and market dominance, while Nvidia is advised to be avoided due to increasing competition, potential loss of pricing power, and a high valuation.
Investor interest in AI stocks is starting to cool off, according to Vanda Research analysts, who have observed a decline in net purchases and news coverage of AI-related companies, such as Nvidia. However, they believe that this decline in retail demand is unlikely to significantly impact stock prices without active participation from institutional investors. Smaller AI-related companies, like C3.ai, are experiencing a selling trend, while IonQ, a quantum computing company, has been an exception with resilient demand and increasing short interest.
Despite uncertainty in the stock market, three stocks that are well-positioned to weather a market crash are Berkshire Hathaway, Walmart, and PepsiCo. Berkshire Hathaway's strong financial results and diversified business make it resilient, while Walmart benefits from its discount retail status and reputation as the largest grocery retailer in America. PepsiCo's steady earnings growth, pricing power, and long history of increasing dividends make it a reliable choice.
European markets are poised for a negative start to the week as investors await central bank decisions, including the U.S. Federal Reserve's announcement on interest rates and the Bank of Japan's monetary policy meeting, while Australia's central bank and China's People's Bank are also expected to make important releases. Additionally, Bank of America has named two European chip stocks as its "top picks" going into the end of the year.
Warren Buffett's conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway, holds several AI-focused stocks in its portfolio, including Apple, American Express, Snowflake, Amazon, Bank of America, General Motors, and Coca-Cola. Despite Buffett's own lack of expertise in technology, these companies recognize the importance of AI and are leveraging it in various ways.
Goldman Sachs has identified a chip stock that it loves ahead of earnings results, predicting a 20% upside.
