Chris Neiger

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Contributing Writer at The Motley Fool (U.S.)

Tech and telecom writer for The Motley Fool. The views expressed on this account are my personal opinions.

Articles

Should you buy Tesla stock while it's below $350?

1 week ago | fool.com.au | Chris Neiger

This article was originally published on Fool.com. All figures quoted in US dollars unless otherwise stated. At the start of this year, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) had a share price of $428, but as CEO Elon Musk spent more and more time working for the Trump administration running the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and less time at his automotive company, Tesla's stock began faltering.
Where Will XRP (Ripple) Be in 1 Year?

1 week ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

Cryptocurrencies are often polarizing. True believers often dismiss any legitimate skepticism of a digital token and its blockchain, while financial traditionalists often can't imagine that any new financial process could take root in an established system. No matter where you fall on this spectrum, one coin that has gained significant attention lately is XRP (Ripple) (XRP -0.67%). The real-world benefit of XRP is that its blockchain allows for faster cross-border transactions.
Should You Buy Tesla Stock While It's Below $350?

1 week ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

At the start of this year, Tesla (TSLA 1.12%) had a share price of $428, but as CEO Elon Musk spent more and more time working for the Trump administration running the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and less time at his automotive company, Tesla's stock began faltering. It's regained some momentum since Musk left Washington and returned his attention to Tesla, but the EV stock is still down about 20% this year, with a price per share of $325 as of June 16.
Should You Forget Palantir and Buy These 2 Tech Stocks Instead?

1 week ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) has emerged as a leading artificial intelligence company, offering AI data analytics to the U.S. government and businesses. And the company is growing quickly, with sales rising 39% to $884 million and adjusted earnings increasing 63% to $0.13 per share in the first quarter. That second figure is especially notable because many AI start-ups aren't profitable, making Palantir an exception among many of its peers.
2 Soaring Stocks to Hold for the Next 20 Years

1 week ago | aol.com | Chris Neiger

The stock market's recent volatility has overshadowed some of the tremendous returns that many stocks have experienced over the past several years. Some retail stocks that are household names are particularly worth considering. Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) have risen by 94% and 115%, respectively, over the past three years. Over that same period, the S&P 500 has gained only 55%. Where to invest $1,000 right now?
Is Lucid Stock a Millionaire-Maker?

1 week ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

Electric vehicle (EV) maker Lucid (LCID -2.55%) experienced a share price surge after the company went public in 2021. But since about mid-2022, the stock has been on a steady decline and is down 96% from its all-time high of about $58. The massive drop may have some investors hoping that if Lucid can just regain its momentum in the EV market, perhaps it can achieve its previous share price -- which would be more than a 2,500% increase from its current price.
The Best Technology ETF to Invest $500 in Right Now

1 week ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

The stock market increased its volatility in 2025, in part because of President Donald Trump's tariff actions. But the market has been resilient and clawed back from losses earlier in the year, with both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite now slightly up year to date. One sector that's played a significant role in the rebound is the technology industry.
Is Rigetti Computing a Buy?

2 weeks ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

Rigetti Computing (RGTI -3.12%), a quantum computing company that makes hardware, software, and cloud systems for the technology, has seen its share price surge more than 1,000% over the past year. Whenever a company's stock goes like absolute gangbusters, it's worth taking a closer look and asking, "What makes this company so special?"Sometimes, the answer is that it's not special. Perhaps investors are just following the pack or betting on a meme stock.
Should You Buy Lucid While It's Below $3?

3 weeks ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

Lucid Group (LCID -7.68%) makes some of the best-looking electric vehicles in the U.S. They've won accolades from automotive publications, and offer some of the EV world's longest battery ranges. So you might assume the EV start-up would have a rapidly rising share price to boot. But that's not the case. Lucid's shares have plunged by 86% over the past three years, while the S&P 500 has gained 41%. With its shares trading for less than $3, is Lucid stock a buy now?
Should You Buy ChargePoint While It's Trading Below $1?

3 weeks ago | fool.com | Chris Neiger

The electric vehicle (EV) industry is facing a multitude of headwinds right now. Tariffs, rising EV prices, and a worsening political environment for electric vehicles are causing turmoil among automakers. And the effects are being felt among the broader EV industry, including for electric vehicle charging company ChargePoint (CHPT -3.47%). The company's share price has fallen 60% over the past year and is now priced below $1.