This is precisely what Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) has done, and then some. Meta's position atop the internet sector is supported by some notable characteristics that make it clear just how outstanding the company really is. In Meta's case, it possesses insanely powerful network effects.

Real estate investment trusts, or REITs, have underperformed the market for several years thanks to the interest rate environment. Realty Income (NYSE: O) and PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) are two stocks from these categories that look especially attractive right now. Realty Income is one of the largest investments in my portfolio and has been a staple of my investment strategy for more than a decade.

Sometimes, low effort can equal better returns in the stock market.

Verizon, Vici Properties, and Opera all look like undervalued income generators.

Donald Trump enters office after a rip-roaring rally in stocks has brought the market to stretched valuation levels amid an uncertain policy path.

Many investors are looking right past the EV industry's companion opportunity.

Given enough time, compounding can turn good returns into great returns, setting investors up for retirement. If you could achieve a 20% compound annual return over that period, a $200,000 portfolio would grow into one worth $1 million. When it comes to market leadership, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) clearly checks that box.

Slatestone Wealth partner and chief market strategist Kenny Polcari shares his market outlook on Market Domination, offering insights on both the technology sector (XLK) and broader market trends (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC). On the tech sector, "I think it's going to continue to be kind of a bumpy ride," Polcari notes, referencing the sector's recent pattern of pullbacks followed by an "explosive rally." While he believes tech will outperform in 2025 saying, "it is changing the world, so you have to be in it" — he urges investors to remain "cautious" and avoid chasing trending stocks. Regarding the overall market, Polcari expects ongoing fluctuations. He challenges the market consensus on interest rates, viewing predictions of a 2025 rate cut in late spring or early summer as "premature," citing persistent inflation concerns. "I continue to be cautious on what the inflation data is going to tell us, which is why I think the market is going to remain in flux," Polcari explains. Despite this cautious outlook, he adds "I'm a buyer of the market absolutely, I'm a buyer on pullbacks. I buy it on down days, not up days." To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination here. This post was written by Angel Smith

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