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Will the recent AI stock rally in the stock market continue? Experts predict a temporary trend with limited earnings growth and pessimistic outlook.

Artificial intelligence-powered chatbots in banking are causing headaches for customers, warns the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Privacy invasion, transmission of inaccurate financial information, and customer dissatisfaction are potential issues with AI programs like Bank of America's Erica and several others. The CFPB urges banks to prioritize trust between their clients and institutions as they continue to monitor the situation.

Top-performing mega-cap companies like Apple, Nvidia, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Amazon are fueling the strong 2023 stock market performance. However, experts see optimism for the future even if these companies experience a decline. AI-software market predicted to boom $787B by 2026. Bank of America strategists have named top 20 stocks that will lead the market.

Bank of America reviewed 30 AI-focused software stocks, ranking the top 20 for the AI opportunity using factors like quality data and vertical solutions. Nvidia's latest earnings were boosted by demand for its GPU chips used in AI, causing the company's stock to soar over 24%. Investors should analyze potential winners based on factors that lend itself to success within the sector.

Bank of America is encouraging investors to consider AI as a new trend in their investment strategy. Savita Subramanian, Head of US Equity and Quantitative Strategy, highlights productivity and increased focus on capex cycle on automation, reshoring, and green initiatives as a potential boost for firms with higher capital spending. Her team upgraded the tech sector to Market weight while downgrading healthcare, communication services, and consumer staples stocks. For investors, it's recommended to invest in value lines within mid-cap and small-cap stocks.