3 Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

The article recommends Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet as top AI stocks to buy and hold for the next decade, focusing on their cloud computing businesses. AWS generated 59% of Amazon's operating profits with 28% YoY revenue growth, Microsoft Azure grew 40% YoY, and Google Cloud grew 63% YoY while expanding its custom AI chip sales. All three companies are investing hundreds of billions in data center infrastructure expected to generate strong long-term returns.

06/04/2026, 5:17 PM • The Motley Fool

Jensen Huang Just Made a Massive Promise to Nvidia Investors

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang committed to returning at least 50% of the company's free cash flow to shareholders through dividends and buybacks. With $106.08 billion in trailing-12-month free cash flow and a 2,400% dividend increase announced, Nvidia plans to grow both dividends and share repurchases over time. The company's strong position in AI and GPU markets, combined with expansion into CPU markets for AI agents, supports its ability to fund shareholder returns while maintaining R&D investments.

06/04/2026, 3:14 PM • The Motley Fool

Micron vs. Nvidia: Does the Memory Giant Deserve a "Magnificent Seven" Valuation?

Micron Technology has reached a $1 trillion market cap driven by surging demand for memory chips in AI applications, with projected $100 billion net income for 2027-2028. However, the article argues Micron lacks the competitive advantages and durable business moat of true 'Magnificent Seven' stocks like Nvidia and Amazon, and faces historical cyclicality risks in the semiconductor industry that could reverse current gains.

06/04/2026, 1:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Netflix, Disney+ And Amazon Just Dodged Massive Canadian Streaming Levies That Would Have Cost Billions

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has halted regulations under the Online Streaming Act that would have required U.S. streaming services Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ to invest billions in Canadian television production. The decision, citing affordability concerns for consumers, came after trade discussions between Canadian and U.S. officials, though the government denies it's tied to ongoing trade negotiations with the Trump administration.

06/04/2026, 7:06 AM • Benzinga

X-energy Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

X-Energy announced Q1 2026 financial results with revenues of $43 million (109% increase YoY) following its April 2026 IPO that raised $1.1 billion in net proceeds. The company achieved significant regulatory milestones including NRC environmental clearance for Dow's Seadrift advanced nuclear project and a Part 70 fuel fabrication license for TRISO-X fuel. X-Energy also submitted its Xe-100 reactor for UK Generic Design Assessment and signed strategic partnerships with SGL Carbon and IHI Corporation for supply chain support.

06/04/2026, 6:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Why e.l.f. Beauty Stock Dropped13% in May

e.l.f. Beauty stock fell 13% in May despite beating earnings expectations with 35% revenue growth and strong performance from its Rhode luxury brand acquisition. The decline was driven by uncertainty around tariff impacts, which management expects to improve in 2027. The stock trades at a low valuation of 14x forward sales and is down 32% year-to-date.

06/04/2026, 5:20 AM • The Motley Fool

Big Tech's AI Spending Is on Track to Top $700 Billion This Year. Here's Who May Cash In Next.

Big Tech companies (Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta) are collectively spending over $700 billion on AI infrastructure in 2026, primarily on data centers and chips. Electric utilities, particularly American Electric Power (AEP), are emerging as overlooked beneficiaries, with AEP securing 63 gigawatts of contracted load by 2030 (89% from data centers). AEP raised its five-year capital plan to $78 billion and expects operating earnings to grow above 9% annually, though risks include grid connection delays, regulatory approval, and potential AI spending slowdowns.

06/03/2026, 10:11 PM • The Motley Fool

Canaan vs. CleanSpark: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two Bitcoin mining industry players: Canaan, a hardware manufacturer for mining equipment, and CleanSpark, a data center operator. While both companies showed strong revenue growth in FY 2025 (96.7% and 102.2% respectively), CleanSpark achieved profitability with a 47.6% net margin, whereas Canaan reported a significant net loss. The author recommends CleanSpark despite acknowledging both companies face crypto market volatility and intense competition.

06/03/2026, 9:12 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Super Micro Computer Stock Jumped 68% in May

Super Micro Computer's stock surged 68% in May following strong quarterly results with net sales of $10.2 billion (up from $4.6 billion year-over-year) and improving gross margins. However, the analyst recommends avoiding the stock despite rapid growth due to short-seller allegations of circular revenue deals and export ban violations, weak cash conversion from inventory/receivables buildup, and heavy dependence on AI infrastructure spending that could collapse if demand slows.

06/03/2026, 9:05 PM • The Motley Fool

2 AI Stocks I'd Buy and Hold for the Next Decade -- Even After This Year's Big Run

Amazon and Alphabet are recommended as long-term AI infrastructure plays despite recent stock gains. Both companies are investing heavily in AI (Amazon $200B, Alphabet $180-190B in capex for 2026) while maintaining strong core businesses. AWS grew 28% YoY with accelerating momentum, while Google Cloud grew 63% YoY with a $460B backlog. The main risk is that heavy spending could outpace near-term returns.

06/03/2026, 8:03 PM • The Motley Fool

Amazon Ends Walmart's 13‑Year Hold On The S&P 500 Revenue Crown — But There's A Catch

Amazon surpassed Walmart as the top American company by revenue in 2025 with $717 billion, ending Walmart's 13-year reign. However, $129 billion of Amazon's revenue came from AWS cloud services, meaning Walmart remains the largest retailer by retail revenue alone. Amazon's revenue grew 12% year-over-year while Walmart's grew 5%.

06/03/2026, 3:59 PM • Benzinga

Salesforce vs. Braze: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Salesforce and Braze as investment options for 2026. Salesforce offers established market dominance with $41.5B in revenue, 18% net margins, and strong free cash flow of $14.4B, making it suitable for conservative investors. Braze presents a higher-growth alternative with 24.4% revenue growth but remains unprofitable with a -17.8% net margin, appealing to aggressive investors willing to accept volatility. Salesforce trades at a more attractive Forward P/E of 14.3x versus Braze's 37.9x, though Braze has a lower P/S ratio of 3.7x.

06/03/2026, 3:26 PM • The Motley Fool

S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Drop From Records As Rate-Hike Bets Build, Oil Climbs: Stock Market Today

U.S. stock markets retreated from record highs on Wednesday as stronger-than-expected economic data and rising Treasury yields revived concerns about potential Federal Reserve rate hikes. The S&P 500 fell 0.6%, the Nasdaq 100 dropped 0.5%, and the Russell 2000 underperformed with a 1.2% decline. Energy stocks led gains as oil prices climbed on Iranian tensions and falling U.S. crude inventories, while technology and financial sectors struggled. Bitcoin fell for the fourth consecutive session.

06/03/2026, 1:25 PM • Benzinga

There Are 4 Companies Valued at Over $3 Trillion. These Are the 2 That I Would Load Up on Right Now.

The article identifies four companies valued over $3 trillion (Nvidia, Apple, Alphabet, and Microsoft) and recommends Alphabet and Microsoft as the best buys. Alphabet benefits from its 90% search market share, strong AI integration, and growing cloud business. Microsoft offers attractive valuation at 26.8x earnings with diversified enterprise software dominance and impressive financial growth, despite high capital expenditure projections.

06/03/2026, 9:25 AM • The Motley Fool

Why Apple Stock Soared 15% in May

Apple stock rose 15% in May driven by market confidence in AI and strong iPhone sales (up 22% year-over-year). Rather than launching a standalone AI program like competitors, Apple integrated AI features into its ecosystem while maintaining its privacy focus. The company is partnering with Alphabet to enhance Siri, with an updated version expected to launch at WWDC on June 8. Apple's strategy of focusing on its dominant hardware ecosystem and selective AI integration is proving successful.

06/03/2026, 6:37 AM • The Motley Fool