I Love Bloom Energy for 1 Reason, and It's Not the Backlog

Bloom Energy, a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) developer, has rallied over 2,000% in two years driven by AI data center demand. With a $20 billion backlog and expected revenue to more than double to $4.1 billion in 2026, the company maintains a competitive moat as the leader in utility-scale SOFC deployments. Despite a valuation of 39x next year's adjusted EBITDA, analysts view it as a strong buy due to its early-mover advantage and partnerships with major data center operators.

09/05/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

This Global REIT Beats SCHH on Yield. Is It a Better Buy for Real Estate Investors?

The article compares two REIT ETFs: Schwab U.S. REIT ETF (SCHH) and Northern Trust Global Quality Real Estate ETF (GQRE). SCHH offers a lower expense ratio (0.07% vs 0.45%), better 1-year returns (14.1% vs 9.7%), and larger assets under management ($11.3B vs $414.5M). GQRE provides higher dividend yield (4.3% vs 2.8%) and global diversification. The article recommends SCHH for most investors seeking a better balance of income, diversification, and stability, though GQRE appeals to income-focused investors willing to accept higher fees and international exposure.

09/04/2026, 7:04 AM • The Motley Fool

United States Data Center Colocation Market Outlook & Forecast 2026-2031 | Renewable Energy Gains Ground Across U.S. Colocation Facilities

The U.S. data center colocation market is projected to grow from $43.71 billion in 2025 to $85.18 billion by 2031 at an 11.76% CAGR, driven by AI adoption, cloud computing, hyperscale expansion, and renewable energy initiatives. The Southeastern U.S. leads investment with over $15 billion in 2025, followed by the Southwest. Major operators are deploying liquid-cooling technologies and high-density infrastructure to support GPU-intensive AI workloads.

09/01/2026, 6:58 AM • GlobeNewswire

I'd Rather Own Bloom Energy Than Nvidia Right Now. Here's My Case.

While both Bloom Energy and Nvidia are strong AI plays, analyst Leo Sun argues Bloom Energy offers better upside potential. Bloom develops solid oxide fuel cells for data center power, with a $20 billion backlog and backing from Brookfield Asset Management. Despite trading at 36x forward EBITDA versus Nvidia's 12x, Bloom's projected 70% revenue CAGR and 120% EBITDA CAGR (2025-2028) exceed Nvidia's 48% and 52% growth rates, while Nvidia faces increasing competition from AMD, Broadcom, and others.

08/26/2026, 4:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Will Bloom Energy Be the Next SpaceX? What the Numbers Actually Say.

Bloom Energy's stock has surged 1,780% over two years, driven by strong demand from AI and cloud companies for its solid oxide fuel cells. With a $20 billion backlog and expected 70% revenue CAGR through 2028, the company is positioned as a leader in utility-scale fuel cell deployments. While trading at a premium valuation (71x adjusted EBITDA), analysts suggest it could outperform SpaceX as an investment due to its simpler business model and less competitive niche market.

08/26/2026, 12:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Bloom Energy vs. Oklo: Which AI-Power Stock Is the Smarter Buy Now?

Bloom Energy and Oklo both target AI-driven energy demand through different technologies—Bloom with solid oxide fuel cells and Oklo with microreactors. Bloom has surged 2,030% over two years with established revenue and major customers, while Oklo has gained 510% but remains pre-revenue and speculative. Despite Bloom's strong valuation multiples, it remains the better buy compared to Oklo's overvalued 156x 2028 sales multiple.

08/14/2026, 11:30 AM • The Motley Fool

AI Inference Infrastructure Market Size to Surpass $229.95 Billion by 2035 | SNS Insider

The global AI Inference Infrastructure Market is projected to grow from $22.80 billion in 2025 to $229.95 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 26.02%. The U.S. market alone is expected to reach $157.83 billion by 2035, while Europe is projected to hit $51.93 billion. Growth is driven by hyperscale data center expansion, GPU adoption, AI accelerators, and enterprise demand for high-performance inference infrastructure. Hardware components dominate with 67.80% market share, while cloud deployment leads with 63.40% share.

08/04/2026, 4:58 AM • GlobeNewswire

RWR vs. XLRE: Which Real Estate ETF Is the Better Buy?

The article compares two real estate ETFs: RWR, which offers broader diversification across 97 REIT holdings with a 0.25% expense ratio, and XLRE, which focuses on 31 S&P 500 real estate companies with a lower 0.08% expense ratio. RWR has outperformed XLRE significantly over the past year (25.08% vs 10.60% return), benefiting from exposure to smaller and mid-cap REITs outside the S&P 500. The choice depends on investor preference: XLRE suits those wanting lower costs and blue-chip concentration, while RWR appeals to those seeking broader real estate exposure despite higher fees.

07/29/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

SCHH Offers Low-Cost U.S. REITs While REET Adds Global Reach

The Schwab U.S. REIT ETF (SCHH) provides a low-cost domestic REIT option with a 0.07% expense ratio, while the iShares Global REIT ETF (REET) offers broader diversification across developed and emerging markets at 0.14% expense ratio. REET offers higher dividend yield (3.36%) but comes with additional currency and regional risks, making the choice dependent on whether investors want simple U.S. exposure or global diversification.

07/28/2026, 1:00 AM • The Motley Fool

What Greg Abel Might Do With Berkshire Hathaway's Massive Cash Pile

New Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel is likely to deploy the company's $397 billion cash pile through increased stock buybacks, selective tech investments (particularly AI-related opportunities), and capital investments in Berkshire Hathaway Energy to capitalize on growing AI data center demand.

07/25/2026, 6:15 AM • The Motley Fool

RWR vs. GQRE: Which REIT ETF Is the Better Buy for Income Investors?

RWR and GQRE are two REIT ETFs with different strengths: RWR offers lower fees (0.25% vs 0.45%) and better one-year returns (21.45% vs 12.97%), while GQRE provides higher dividend yield (4.29% vs 3.35%) and broader global diversification with 205 holdings versus RWR's 98. The choice depends on investor priorities regarding cost, income, and geographic exposure.

07/16/2026, 6:33 AM • The Motley Fool

RWR vs. RWO: Should Your REIT ETF Include International Stocks?

The article compares two State Street REIT ETFs: RWR (domestic U.S. focus) and RWO (global exposure). RWR offers lower costs (0.25% vs 0.50% expense ratio), stronger 1-year returns (22.80% vs 17.50%), and better 5-year growth, while RWO provides broader international diversification across 224 holdings. For most investors, RWR's cost efficiency and superior performance make it the more attractive option despite RWO's global exposure.

07/09/2026, 7:11 AM • The Motley Fool

XLRE Keeps Real Estate Costs Low While RWO Adds Global Reach

The article compares two real estate ETFs: XLRE, which offers low-cost exposure to large-cap U.S. real estate companies with a 0.08% expense ratio, and RWO, which provides global real estate diversification but at a higher 0.50% expense ratio. Both funds offer identical 3.20% dividend yields, with XLRE being more suitable for cost-conscious investors seeking S&P 500 real estate sector exposure, while RWO appeals to those wanting international property market exposure despite added currency and regional risks.

07/07/2026, 3:21 PM • The Motley Fool

This Asset Class Has Lagged the Market for Years But Was the Best Performer in June. Time to Invest?

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) rebounded strongly in June and are up 9.5% in 2026, outperforming the broader market. After years of underperformance due to post-pandemic trends and elevated interest rates, REITs are benefiting from workers returning to offices and malls, data center growth driven by AI, and moderating interest rates. Key performing categories include lodging REITs (up 43%), data center REITs (up 33%), and healthcare REITs (up 20%), while only gaming and telecommunications REITs are down for the year.

07/06/2026, 12:17 PM • The Motley Fool

AI Is Starting to Scare Wall Street - We’re Calmly Buying Dividends Up to 12.3%

While AI concerns create market volatility and the S&P 500 trades at a pricey 25x P/E ratio, the article recommends three closed-end funds offering attractive dividend yields and trading at discounts to their net asset values. These funds provide exposure to bonds, real estate, and regional banks while benefiting indirectly from AI growth.

07/02/2026, 5:09 AM • Investing