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The Nasdaq-100's 6 Best Stocks This Year, and Whether They Can Keep Going

Key PointsIt comes as no surprise that artificial intelligence plays a key role in most of these performances.

Nvidia, Palantir Technologies, and Moderna led the Nasdaq-100 with impressive gains in 2025, but their success might be hard to replicate. In contrast, both Sandisk and Micron Technology have also experienced significant growth, but their recent stalls hint at a potential ceiling. Meanwhile, Marvell Technology's custom-built processors stand out as a promising development in the data center space, offering a competitive edge that could fuel continued growth.

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General American Investors Financial Chief Purchases $71,040 Preferred Stock. Is This Closed-End Fund a Bargain?

Samantha X. Jin, Treasurer/PAO/PFO, acquired 3,000 shares across direct and indirect accounts, expanding beneficial ownership to 14,345 shares.

  • Samantha X. Jin, GAM Treasurer, bought 3,000 shares of preferred stock on September 17, 2026.
  • Preferred stock purchase valued at $71,040, with current market price at $65.02 per share.
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