There's likely a stock you'll love on this list.

Whether you're just getting started in investing or you've been doing it for years, it can be overwhelming to whittle so many investment opportunities down to just a few to choose from. That's why it's helpful to occasionally scan a list of the best stocks to pick, in case one or two ideas have slipped off your radar.

Admittedly, the ideas below are likely stocks you've heard about before, but I think each one gives investors a unique opportunity to benefit from right now -- and all are certainly worth putting $1,000 towards and holding for years to come. Here's why each is a buy right now.

1. Nvidia

Nvidia ( NVDA -0.85% ) deserves a spot on this list because the company is the runaway leader in artificial intelligence (AI) . Wh

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