The tech sector is among the best-performing corners of the market so far in 2025, with sector-wide returns of nearly 28% year-to-date (YTD) compared to over 17% for the overall S&P 500. In fact, the tech sector's performance—and the outsized returns of a handful of big names in particul.... |
Good MorningU.S. stocks nudged higher as the Fed cut rates for the second time this year—but stopped short of committing to further easing. The S&P 500 slipped under 0.1%, the Dow fell about 0.2%, and the Nasdaq gained roughly 0.5%, with tech and chip names remaining favored.
Earnings and corporate moves added spice. NVIDIA hit a roughly $5 trillion valuation in the AI frenzy, while CVS delivered a mixed beat with a large charge, and Fiserv plunged on disappointing outlooks. Geopolitical and commodity developments—ranging from U.S.–China tech risks to rare‑earth supply jitters—also crept into market thinking, leaving both tails and upside on trader radars. Featured: Insider sneaky bets exposed (Ad) 
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The tech sector is among the best-performing corners of the market so far in 2025, with sector-wide returns of nearly 28% year-to-date (YTD) compared to over 17% for the overall S&P 500. In fact, the tech sector's performance—and the outsized returns of a handful of big names in particul... Read the Full Story |
| From Our Partners | | BioStem Technologies (NASDAQ: BSEM) just completed its Nasdaq debut, and hospital revenue already makes up about 87% of first-quarter sales.
The BioTissue acquisition added the Neox and Clarix portfolios and GPO relationships, while the direct sales team grew from 18 to 35 reps in a single quarter.
A peer-reviewed trial found a 53% complete wound closure rate with BioREtain allografts versus 31% for standard care, backing coverage from Zacks Small-Cap Research and H.C. Wainwright. | | Discover how BSEM is building out its regenerative medicine platform |
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Verizon’s (NYSE: VZ) analyst trends revealed a hint of caution ahead of the Q3 release, which the results say was unwarranted. The caution, inspired by a sudden CEO change, helped trigger a significant share price correction that set the market up for a rebound, which the Q3 release has no... Read the Full Story |
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While the world marvels at artificial intelligence's (AI) intelligence, the revolution runs on something far more tangible: immense electrical power and vast physical space. It is easy to get lost in a conversation with an AI chatbot, and few people consider or understand how these lifelike conver... Read the Full Story |
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After consolidating for most of October, shares of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) are once again knocking on the door of a potential breakout. The stock closed around $450 on Monday, Oct. 27, only a few percent shy of the $470 high from earlier in the month, and there are reasons to think more gains ... Read the Full Story |
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Shares of streaming giant Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) have entered rare territory.
After the recent sharp selloff, which wiped 12% off the stock in just a few sessions, the stock closed out Oct. 27 with the lowest Relative Strength Index (RSI) of any mega-cap name, sitting at just 33. For a com... Read the Full Story |
| From Our Partners | | Unitree's IPO grabbed headlines, but a handful of already-public robotics companies have been quietly delivering results that look nothing like hype.
One robotics-and-testing firm grew quarterly revenue from $686 million to $1.282 billion year over year and broke out above a $422.11 buy point. A warehouse robotics company exited the quarter with a $22.7 billion backlog and $2.0 billion in cash with no debt. A robotic surgery leader placed 431 systems in a single quarter. | | Get the free robotics stock report now. |
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Shares of Albemarle (NYSE: ALB), a bellwether for the lithium industry, have become a focal point for market tension. The stock recently surged 8.5% on a wave of analyst optimism, only to pivot sharply and close down 8.95% on Oct. 27 at $96.18. This dramatic price action encapsulates the battle ... Read the Full Story |
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A convergence of tailwinds points to an inflection for NXP Semiconductors' (NASDAQ: NXPI) stock price. Not only are signs of end-market recovery present, but analysts and institutional trends have the stock on track to hit fresh long-term highs by year-end.
After having been in a correction for 1... Read the Full Story |
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United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) has struggled with growth in a challenging environment, but the worst is behind the company, and the outlook is rapidly improving. The fiscal Q3 2025 earnings report included news that every investor wanted to hear, whether or not they are exposed to the stock; ... Read the Full Story |
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As tech giants continue to funnel money into AI development, headlines focus on how the emerging technology could eventually supplant workers across an array of industries. Whether or not that comes to fruition, workers face a more imminent threat: job loss due to robotic automation.
Last week... Read the Full Story |
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Wayfair (NYSE: W) is a good stock to buy and hold for 2026, as its Q3 results affirm what analysts have been saying for the past month or so.
In the words of JPMorgan analysts, there are harmonizing tailwinds in play, including rate reductions, tariff impacts, tax-related stimulus, and the weal... Read the Full Story |
| Thursday's Early Bird Stock Of The Day Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail, wholesale, other units, and eCommerce worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, hypermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membership-only warehouse clubs; ecommerce websites, such as walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, PhonePe and other sites; and mobile commerce applications. The company offers grocery and consumables, including dairy, meat, bakery, deli, produce, dry, chilled or frozen packaged foods, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, floral, snack foods, candy, other grocery items, health and beauty aids, paper goods, laundry and home care, baby care, pet supplies, and other consumable items; fuel, tobacco and other categories. It is also involved in the provision of health and wellness products covering pharmacy, optical and hearing services, and over-the-counter drugs and other medical products; and home and apparel including home improvement, outdoor living, gardening, furniture, apparel, jewelry, tools and power equipment, housewares, toys, seasonal items, mattresses and tire and battery centers. In addition, the company offers consumer electronics and accessories, software, video games, office supplies, appliances, and third-party gift cards. Further, it operates digital payment platforms; and offers financial services and related products, including money transfers, bill payments, money orders, check cashing, prepaid access, co-branded credit cards, installment lending, and earned wage access. Additionally, the company markets lines of merchandise under private brands, including Allswell, Athletic Works, Equate, and Free Assembly. The company was formerly known as Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and changed its name to Walmart Inc. in February 2018. Walmart Inc. was founded in 1945 and is based in Bentonville, Arkansas. | | View Today's Stock Pick |
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