Marjorie Taylor Greene Expands Investment Portfolio with AI and Dividend Stocks

Speculation surrounds Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, the Republican congresswoman from Georgia, regarding potential runs for governor or the U.S. Senate. Regardless, her focus remains on growing her investment portfolio. Earlier this month, she engaged in a noteworthy buying spree, acquiring shares in several artificial intelligence stocks as well as companies from diverse industries.

Greene’s Strategic Stock Purchases

Among her noteworthy investments, Greene added shares of Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Intel (NASDAQ: INTC), and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META). She also invested in Devon Energy (NYSE: DVN), Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC), and United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS). While the precise amounts Greene invested remain undisclosed, regulatory filings indicate each transaction on February 11 was valued between $1,001 and $15,000.

Greene’s Continued Focus on AI Stocks

Greene has shown consistent interest in artificial intelligence stocks, reaffirming her stance from last year with her recent purchases of Apple and Meta. Notably, Apple reported impressive first-quarter financial results for 2025, achieving a record quarterly revenue of $124.3 billion. It also reported diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.40, marking a 10% increase over the previous year.

Though Intel has faced challenges in the market recently, Greene views the semiconductor stock favorably. The Trump administration has prioritized domestic AI chip manufacturing in the U.S., as highlighted by JD Vance at the AI Action Summit earlier this month. This focus may provide Intel with opportunities for growth, especially with its numerous semiconductor fabrication plants in the country.

Similarly, Meta delivered strong quarterly results in January, reporting a 21% rise in revenue compared to the same period last year, with Q4 2024 sales surpassing $48 billion. The company plans to expand its leadership in generative AI, emphasizing increased investments in this sector moving forward.

Diversifying with Dividend Stocks

Apart from her focus on growth stocks within the AI sector, Greene is also targeting dividend stocks to enhance her passive income streams. She recently acquired shares of Devon Energy, an exploration and production company recognized for rewarding shareholders with dividends. Devon Energy announced a 9% increase in its quarterly dividend for 2025 to $0.24 per share, resulting in a forward yield of 3.9%.

In her approach to diversification, Greene invested in Norfolk Southern stock. Following a 4% decline in 2024, the freight rail company’s stock has rebounded significantly. The company exceeded analysts’ bottom-line estimates by delivering robust fourth-quarter financial results, and its stock offers a forward dividend yield of 2.2% with a relatively conservative payout ratio averaging 46.3% over the past five years.

Notably, UPS has a long-standing history of returning capital to shareholders through consistent dividends. Despite shares of UPS dropping nearly 10% in January, Greene’s interest has remained unwavering. This stock now boasts a commendable dividend yield of 5.6%.

Should You Align Your Investments with Greene’s Strategy?

Monitoring politicians’ stock purchases can provide insights into investment trends, but it is essential to conduct thorough research before mimicking their strategies. Interested investors in AI stocks might consider adding Apple, Intel, and Meta to their portfolios for diverse exposure.

For those looking to increase their passive income, Devon Energy, Norfolk Southern, and UPS are valid options, especially as both Devon and UPS are currently trading at discounts to their historical valuations.

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