Tech stocks to watch in the stock market today.
The tech sector is a dynamic engine of growth within the global economy. It represents companies that innovate in electronics, software, computers, artificial intelligence, and other related fields. This sector is known for its rapid pace of innovation. As well as the significant impact it has on other industries and everyday life. Tech companies range from giants that offer a wide array of products and services to startups focused on a single innovative solution. The constant evolution of technology fuels opportunities for investors looking to tap into the next big thing.
Investing in tech stocks comes with the potential for substantial returns as these companies often lead the way in market gains during bull markets. The appeal lies in their ability to disrupt traditional industries with groundbreaking technologies. However, the tech sector’s fast-paced nature also introduces volatility and risk. Technological advancements can quickly render existing products obsolete, and high-growth expectations are baked into the valuations of many tech stocks, making them susceptible to market corrections.
For investors, tech stocks offer a chance to participate in the growth of transformative companies reshaping the world. Diversification within the tech sector can help mitigate risks associated with rapid changes in technology and market dynamics. Keeping informed about technological trends, market demands, and individual company performances is crucial for making informed investment decisions. If this has you keen on investing in the tech sector, here are two tech stocks to watch in the stock market today.
Best Tech Stocks To Buy [Or Avoid] Today
- Adobe Inc. (NASDAQ: ADBE)
- Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC)
Adobe (ADBE Stock)
To start, Adobe Inc. (ADBE) is a global leader in digital media and digital marketing solutions. Its software and services are fundamental for content creation, document management, and digital marketing. This includes well-known products like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
Just this week, Adobe reported its first quarter 2024 financial results. Diving in, the company notched in Q1 2024 earnings of $4.48 per share, along with revenue of $5.18 billion. This is compared to analysts’ estimates for the quarter which were an EPS of $4.38, and revenue estimates of $5.14 billion. Additionally, revenue increased by 11.32% on a year-over-year basis. However, the company did come up modestly short on its quarterly revenue guidance.
Following this news, during Friday morning’s trading session, shares of ADBE stock are trading down by 13.61% on the day so far at $492.79 a share.
Intel Corporation (INTC Stock)
Second, Intel Corporation (INTC) is a multinational corporation and technology company. The company is one of the world’s largest semiconductor chip manufacturers, based on revenue. Intel designs, manufactures, and sells computer components and related products, most notably microprocessors and chipsets used in personal computers.
Earlier this week, Intel announced the appointment of Stacy Smith, the executive chairman of Kioxia Corporation (previously Toshiba Memory Corporation) and chair of Autodesk Inc., to its board of directors. Smith, taking on the role of an independent director, will also join the board’s Audit & Finance Committee. This addition to Intel’s board brings experience from positions in the technology sector, aiming to strengthen Intel’s governance and strategic oversight.
In 2024 so far, shares of Intel stock have dropped by 10.54%. Meanwhile, during Friday morning’s trading session, INTC stock is trading slightly lower on the day by 0.035% at $42.74 a share.
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Originally Posted March 15, 2024 – 2 Tech Stocks To Watch In Mid-March 2024
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