John Ballard

Consumer Goods and Technology Writer at The Motley Fool (U.S.)

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3 Top Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy Right Now

4 days ago | fool.com | John Ballard |Jeremy Bowman |Jennifer Saibil

Warren Buffett has led an incredibly successful career as an investor. His knack for spotting value where others don't built a struggling textile mill in the 1960s into a company worth $1 trillion in 2025. Through the first quarter, Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway held a stock portfolio worth $263 billion. It's full of solid companies that can help you grow your savings. Some of these positions are managed by one of Buffett's hired investing deputies (Todd Combs or Ted Weschler).
2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

1 week ago | fool.com | John Ballard

Selecting stocks to buy and hold for a lifetime will naturally lead investors to focus on the best companies in the world. With all the uncertainty swirling around the markets and economy this year, this is more relevant than ever. Some of the best companies to invest in are ones that sell a service that appeals to the masses, especially those that monetize those services through a recurring revenue model like subscriptions.
Wall Street Analysts Like These AI Stocks in 2025. Should You Buy Them?

1 week ago | fool.com | John Ballard

In a year of uncertainty for the economy, leading companies in artificial intelligence (AI) are standing out. Wall Street analysts recently made bullish calls on Broadcom (AVGO 3.17%) and ServiceNow (NOW 2.00%). One thing that stands out at first glance with these stocks is their expensive valuations. Both stocks trade at high multiples of their earnings and cash flow that could limit near-term upside. Let's see why these stocks may or may not justify their premiums. 1.
2 Tech Stocks With 47% or More Upside, According to Wall Street Analysts

1 week ago | fool.com | John Ballard

The technology sector has produced some of the most rewarding growth stocks over the past four decades, and artificial intelligence (AI) promises to breed more wealth-building opportunities for investors. The recent market sell-off sent shares of top tech stocks tumbling, but Wall Street analysts still have a buy rating on two high-growth companies, Nvidia (NVDA 2.33%) and The Trade Desk (TTD 1.81%).
The Best Dividend Stocks to Buy in May

1 week ago | fool.com | John Ballard

When volatility is dominating the stock market, there's nothing like holding a portfolio of stocks that deposit cash into your account every quarter. Many top consumer brands pay regular dividends from their earnings, and some of the best ones have increased their dividends every year for decades. Here are two to consider adding to your portfolio right now. 1. Coca-ColaCoca-Cola (KO 0.53%) is a 139-year-old brand that continues to deliver returns for investors in 2025.
3 Brilliant Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

1 week ago | fool.com | John Ballard |Jeremy Bowman |Jennifer Saibil

Wall Street doesn't like uncertainty, and there is plenty of it right now. Concerns over the impact of tariffs on the economy have sent shares of even the strongest companies well off their highs this year. For investors with a long-term perspective, the recent pullback is a great opportunity to buy shares of industry-leading companies at lower valuations that can set up excellent returns.
Is AT&T Stock Going to $34? 1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks So.

1 week ago | fool.com | John Ballard

AT&T (T -0.16%) stock has been a strong performer, surging 64% over the last year. But Tigress Financial analyst Ivan Feinseth sees more upside following AT&T's first-quarter earnings report. The analyst recently maintained a buy rating on the shares and raised the firm's price target from $32 to $34, implying 23% upside over the current $27.71 share price. Can investors expect the stock to hit the analyst's price target over the next 12 months? Is AT&T stock a buy?
2 AI Stocks to Buy and Hold for 10 Years

2 weeks ago | fool.com | John Ballard

The recent sell-off in tech stocks is a great opportunity to buy shares of leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies at a discount. The AI market is projected to grow 26% on an annualized basis to reach $1 trillion by 2030, according to Statista. Here are two stocks to gain exposure to this burgeoning market. 1. C3.aiC3.ai (AI -2.27%) builds AI software that helps businesses streamline operations, making faster decisions, and optimize supply chains.
2 Unstoppable Stocks to Buy and Hold for a Decade

2 weeks ago | fool.com | John Ballard

Market swings like we have been seeing in March and April 2025 can make investors hesitant to put money to work in stocks. But as long as you're investing with a long-term mindset in stocks of growing companies, you're setting yourself up for tremendous returns over time. Shopify (SHOP -4.00%) and Chewy (CHWY 0.97%) are two companies that entered the year with momentum and still have huge opportunities to expand in e-commerce.
2 Growth Stocks Down 45% or More to Buy in May

2 weeks ago | fool.com | John Ballard

Investing in growth stocks can help you build tremendous wealth for retirement. Many top growth stocks have fallen this year as Wall Street worries about a recession. For an investor focused on the long term, this can work to your advantage by being able to invest in strong companies at lower valuations. There are some up-and-coming restaurant and apparel brands that are still in the early innings of their long-term growth to consider buying right now.