But stocks have gained strength in recent times, thanks to the likelihood of a pause in interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve amid inflation showing signs of cooling down, while the U.S. economy remains buoyant. Per the CME FedWatch Tool, 42.7% of the market pundits are expecting the Fed to lower interest rates by 25 basis points in the March policy meeting. With strong earnings growth and an expanding customer base, it's positioned to feed the rampant demand for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Internet of Things.