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Courtney Carlsen

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Courtney Carlsen is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering financial, real estate, industrial, and energy stocks. Before The Motley Fool, Courtney was a lead senior auditor for the State of Florida. He holds a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Florida.

Recent Articles by Courtney Carlsen

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Aug 8, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

JPMorgan's $1.5 Trillion Initiative to Finance U.S. Shipbuilding and Defense Could Be a Tailwind for Industrial and Defense Stocks

Government budgets and private-sector financing are converging around critical infrastructure, creating a long runway for companies in these industries.

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Aug 7, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

2 Space Stocks to Buy in August

The space economy is heating up, and with these two space stocks down about 50% from their highs, now could be an excellent time for investors to scoop up shares.

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Aug 7, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

The Hidden Winners of the AI Power Crunch: 3 Utilities to Watch

As data centers strain the grid and hyperscalers race to secure reliable electricity, utilities with nuclear and renewable assets are moving from sleepy dividend plays to essential AI infrastructure stocks.

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Aug 6, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

2 Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in August

These two stocks give investors a way to profit from strong industry tailwinds for nuclear energy in the coming decades.

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Aug 5, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

3 Robotics and Automation Stocks to Buy in August

These three automation stocks offer investors different ways to profit from the next wave of robotics growth.

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Aug 4, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

3 Defense Stocks to Buy in August

As global defense spending climbs, these three defense stocks stand out for their long-term upside potential.

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Aug 3, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

This Overlooked Metals Stock Pays You Without the Mining Risk

This precious metals stock benefits from rising gold and silver prices without facing the same cost pressures as traditional mining companies.

Aug 1, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Passive Income Play: Own This Many Chevron Shares for $1,000 a Year

Chevron boasts an impressive track record of rewarding shareholders with a growing dividend payout.

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Jul 31, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Bloom Energy vs. the Grid: Why Data Centers Are Choosing Fuel Cells

AI data centers face major power constraints, and Bloom Energy offers a quickly deployable solution with its fuel cell technology.

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Jul 31, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

The Energy IPO Boom Is Just Getting Started. Here Are the Companies to Watch.

AI's power boom is reshaping the energy market, and these are some companies investors should watch.

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Jul 29, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

2 Rare-Earth Stocks to Buy Right Now, and 1 to Sell

Rare-earth stocks are heating up as the U.S. races to loosen China's grip on the industry, but not every company in this high-stakes trade is a buy.

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Jul 28, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Should You Buy AST SpaceMobile Stock Below $63?

After a sharp sell-off, AST SpaceMobile stock is trading below $63 per share as investors weigh its aggressive growth targets against execution risks.

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Jul 23, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Want Exposure to the Fast-Growing Drone Market? Buy These 2 Stocks.

As the U.S. pours money into "drone dominance," these two stocks have emerged as key players.

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Jul 22, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Is NuScale Power a Better Nuclear Energy Stock Than Constellation Energy?

Nuclear energy stocks offer compelling long-term upside as global energy demand soars.

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Jul 22, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

What Bank Earnings Just Revealed About the Health of the American Consumer

Major banks just gave investors a fresh read on the American consumer, and the news is a good sign for the economy.

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Jul 19, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Prediction: These Will Be the 2 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy for the Next 5 Years

As countries around the world drastically expand nuclear energy capacity, these two stocks could be huge winners.

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Jul 19, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Should You Invest $5,000 Into Rivian Stock Below $20?

Rivian is making strides as it expands its EV lineup, but it will continue to spend heavily as it scales up manufacturing capacity.

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Jul 18, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

2 Space Stocks You Should Buy Before Piling Into SpaceX

SpaceX may be stealing the spotlight, but investors looking for exposure to the expanding space economy should take a closer look at these two stocks.

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Jul 16, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Lemonade Is Keeping More of Its Own Insurance Risk. Is That a Sign of Confidence or a Red Flag?

Lemonade's AI-driven underwriting is showing promising progress, and its latest move could bring it one step closer to profitability.

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Jul 16, 2026 by Courtney Carlsen

Could Vertiv Be the Next Pick-and-Shovel Play for the AI Infrastructure Boom?

Hyperscalers continue to invest massive capital in data centers, and Vertiv has been a major beneficiary.

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