Investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Can be Risky, but This Might be a Great Way to Do It

AI stocks have delivered strong returns but face rising volatility as investors question the sustainability of AI infrastructure spending. The iShares Future AI and Tech ETF (ARTY) offers diversified exposure to 50 leading AI companies across infrastructure, software, and services. While the ETF has surged 130% since its August 2024 restructure, investors should be cautious about concentration risk and its higher 0.47% expense ratio compared to passive index funds.

10/22/2026, 9:02 AM • The Motley Fool

Not Palantir. Not Snowflake. This AI Software Stock Could Be the Biggest Winner of 2027.

CrowdStrike, the second-largest cybersecurity company, is positioned as a potential major AI winner in 2027 due to growing demand for AI-powered cybersecurity solutions. The company is a founding member of Anthropic's Project Glasswing and has expanded partnerships with major AI developers. With strong Q2 results showing 26% revenue growth and record net new ARR additions, CrowdStrike is well-positioned to benefit from increased cybersecurity spending as AI adoption accelerates.

10/20/2026, 5:32 AM • The Motley Fool

Is Palantir Stock a Buy Right Now?

Palantir Technologies has delivered an 18-bagger return since going public six years ago, driven by its data-aggregation platforms Gotham and Foundry that serve government and commercial clients. The company turned profitable in 2023 and was added to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 in 2024, with analysts projecting 59% revenue and 70% EPS growth through 2028. However, the stock trades at a premium 87x forward earnings, and rising interest rates could compress valuations. The author recommends waiting for improved macro conditions before buying.

10/17/2026, 1:05 PM • The Motley Fool

As AI Makes Software Cheaper to Build, Data and Distribution Become the Moat

As AI reduces software development costs, proprietary data and distribution networks become the primary competitive advantages for software companies. Companies like Palantir, CrowdStrike, and ServiceNow have built defensible moats through accumulated data and embedded customer operations, while others like Salesforce and Snowflake face disruption as AI commoditizes their traditional business models.

10/15/2026, 6:55 AM • The Motley Fool

C3.ai vs. UiPath: Which AI-Driven Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares C3.ai and UiPath as investments in the agentic AI automation space. UiPath is recommended as the better buy due to its profitability, positive free cash flow, and consistent growth trajectory. C3.ai, while showing recent improvements like positive free cash flow and 73% quarter-over-quarter booking growth, remains unprofitable with substantial net losses and is still in early restructuring stages under CEO Thomas Siebel.

10/12/2026, 8:41 PM • The Motley Fool

Generac Lands $2.4 Billion Generator Deal With Amazon

Generac signed a long-term agreement with Amazon to supply backup generators for its data centers, with initial deliveries totaling $2.4 billion in 2027-2028 and potential additional purchases reaching $8 billion through 2033. Amazon received a warrant for up to 1.69 million Generac shares. The deal supports Amazon's expanding AI infrastructure needs, with Generac stock surging 20% on the announcement.

09/17/2026, 1:10 PM • The Motley Fool

GitLab Is Starting to Prove the Bears Wrong

GitLab delivered strong Q3 results with new ARR growing 42% year-over-year, its fastest pace in several years, and raised full-year guidance. The DevSecOps company is benefiting from AI-driven demand and introduced a new Flex pricing model. Large customer deals exceeded 150% growth, and the stock is trading at an attractive valuation despite its rebound.

09/06/2026, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

After a 17% Surge, Is Snowflake Stock Still a Buy as Revenue Growth Accelerates?

Snowflake stock surged 16.6% following strong fiscal Q2 earnings, with revenue climbing 35% YoY to $1.55B and product revenue accelerating for the third consecutive quarter. The company is positioned as a key platform for enterprise agentic AI deployment. However, the stock's valuation at 20x forward P/S is at the high end of its range, potentially capping near-term upside despite strong long-term growth prospects.

09/06/2026, 3:35 AM • The Motley Fool

Why GitLab Stock Soared 35% in August and Why It's Already Rocketed Higher

GitLab stock surged 34.9% in August as investor fears about AI making software obsolete ('SaaSpocalypse') proved overblown. Multiple analysts raised price targets, recognizing that AI would complement rather than replace complex enterprise software. GitLab's Q2 fiscal 2027 results exceeded expectations with 21% YoY revenue growth and strong forward guidance, validating the market's renewed optimism.

09/06/2026, 3:03 AM • The Motley Fool

Breakfast News: Week in Review

Nvidia agreed to acquire Hugging Face for $13 billion in a defensive move as customers develop competing chips, while MongoDB beat earnings expectations but fell 15% due to slower Q3 guidance. Token prices hit record lows, pressuring AI companies' business models. Uber cut 10% of workforce while lobbying against robotaxi regulations, and the Fed signals potential rate hold, impacting expensive AI stocks.

09/04/2026, 7:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Midday, Sept. 3: Stocks Rally as Treasury Yields Fall, Broadcom Falls Despite Earnings Beat

U.S. stock markets rallied on September 3, 2026, as Treasury yields fell and the probability of a September rate hike decreased. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller signaled a preference for holding rates steady unless inflation surprises emerge. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all gained over 1%, with industrials and financial services leading. Notable movers included Snowflake surging 20% on strong earnings, while Broadcom declined despite beating expectations. Nvidia gained on news of acquiring AI platform Hugging Face.

09/03/2026, 12:34 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Snowflake Stock Rocketed Higher Today

Snowflake stock surged approximately 20% after delivering strong Q2 fiscal 2027 results that beat analyst expectations. The company reported $1.55B in revenue (up 35% YoY) and $0.62 adjusted EPS (up 77%), exceeding consensus estimates. Snowflake raised its full-year 2027 guidance to $6.07B and provided optimistic Q3 guidance, demonstrating that AI developments are accelerating rather than hindering its business growth.

09/03/2026, 11:37 AM • The Motley Fool

If Amazon Is a Top Growth Stock, Then Why Does It Trade at Just 21.3x Forward Earnings While the S&P 500 Trades at 20.4x? This Is the Only Answer I Can Think Of.

Amazon trades at a modest 21.3x forward earnings despite strong growth, slightly above the S&P 500's 20.4x multiple. The company reported impressive Q2 results with 20% sales growth and AWS revenue up 37.5% year-over-year, driven by AI demand. The author attributes the relatively low valuation to market expectations that mega-cap companies face growth caps compared to smaller upstarts, despite Amazon's continued double-digit growth across e-commerce, cloud services, and emerging chip and satellite businesses.

08/23/2026, 7:15 AM • The Motley Fool

SpaceX Is Back Trading Near Its Opening-Day Price. History Says Shares Will Be Worth This Much in 1 Year.

SpaceX completed the largest IPO in history in June at $135, initially surging to $225 before retreating to around $150. Historical analysis of major tech IPOs shows a median 54% peak-to-trough decline in the first year. Based on past patterns, SpaceX stock could trade between $100-$170 over the next 12 months, with the median outcome suggesting a return to the IPO price of $135.

08/19/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Reddit vs. Snowflake: Which High-Growth Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Reddit and Snowflake as high-growth tech investments. Reddit achieved profitability with 69.4% revenue growth and a strong balance sheet, trading at a forward P/E of 30.1x. Snowflake generates higher free cash flow but remains unprofitable with 29.2% revenue growth and a forward P/E of 174.6x. The author recommends Reddit as the better 2026 buy due to its lower valuation, substantial revenue growth, and secure position through Google's reliance on its data for AI.

08/15/2026, 9:12 PM • The Motley Fool