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I've Analyzed Hundreds of Stocks in 7 Years. Here's My Step-by-Step System for Researching Any Company Before Buying.

An experienced analyst shares a seven-step stock research methodology developed over years of analyzing hundreds of companies. The process includes comparing returns to the S&P 500, analyzing financial reports, mapping business models, evaluating competitive advantages, assessing macro trends, reviewing leadership, conducting risk analysis, and determining valuation. The author uses Apple and Costco as examples of companies that meet their investment criteria.

Apple Is Considering Something It Hasn't Done in 15 Years. Here's What Investors Need to Know.

Apple is reportedly considering developing its own AI servers in partnership with Nvidia, marking the company's first enterprise server venture since 2011. The proposed servers would combine Apple's M8 Ultra chips with Nvidia's NVLink Fusion technology for AI inference. If approved, the product wouldn't be available until 2029. This represents a potential strategic shift under new CEO John Ternus, as Apple has historically focused on consumer devices rather than infrastructure investments like its peers in the Magnificent Seven.

Stocks Rise On Dovish Fed Hike Hopes—Strong Retail Sales Surprise

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31% of Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio Is Riding on These 2 AI Stocks Under Greg Abel

Berkshire Hathaway has concentrated approximately 31% of its stock portfolio in two AI-focused companies under CEO Greg Abel's leadership: Alphabet (nearly 10% of portfolio) and Apple (just over 20%). Alphabet is positioned as a growth play with strong AI leadership, generating $53 billion in free cash flow despite massive capital expenditures. Apple, while at a higher valuation, benefits from device upgrade cycles and new CEO John Ternus's potential to improve the company's AI strategy.

Automotive ETFs in Spotlight as Hybrid Cars Take Center Stage

Hybrid vehicles reached 16% of U.S. light-duty vehicle sales in Q2 2026 as battery electric vehicles fell to 6%, driven by expired EV tax credits, lower hybrid costs, and charging infrastructure concerns. Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai Motor Group control 86% of the hybrid market. This shift is expected to benefit automotive ETFs holding traditional automakers, with hybrids projected to capture 34% of market share by 2030.

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