Good MorningFederal Reserve minutes showed the December rate cut was a close call, approved on a 9-3 vote and trimming the key rate to about 3.6%. The record highlights divisions among officials and keeps markets on edge over the path of policy, leaving investors sensitive to incoming economic data and Fed guidance as they position for 2026.
Corporate and sector news drove stock-specific moves. Meta announced it bought AI startup Manus, a move reported by the Wall Street Journal to be worth more than $2 billion, underscoring continued tech M&A around artificial intelligence. Berkshire Hathaway enters a new era as Warren Buffett steps back and Greg Abel prepares to take the helm, a leadership change that could reshape investor expectations for the conglomerate. The cannabis sector remains volatile after the December rescheduling order produced a sell-the-news correction, leaving valuations in flux for the industry.
Commodity and logistics developments were notable for market watchers. Crude oil and gold ticked higher, while a “Christmas stress test” in freight showed an odd mix of softer volumes but persistent fuel demand that has pressured diesel prices, a dynamic that matters for shippers, truckers and fuel-sensitive stocks. Featured: Sell these "safe" blue chips immediately (Ad) 
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While GPUs and data center technology continue to underpin NVIDIA’s (NASDAQ: NVDA) results and outlook, the company made some strategic shifts in 2026 that set it up for long-term dominance in AI markets. Among them is a focus on architecting and building a global AI ecosystem, including the... Read the Full Story |
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The momentum has shown little sign of slowing for Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB). Shares of the aerospace and defense company have gone from strength to strength, rising roughly 1,775% over the past three years and nearly 175% year to date. Those are eye-catching returns by any standard, yet Rocket L... Read the Full Story |
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Micron (NASDAQ: MU) stock, if you can believe it, has gained momentum again as 2025 draws to a close. The December price action included a breakout to new highs, signaling a continuation of the trend in place and a high probability that the September-to-November rally is only half the movement.
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From Our Partners | | Moderna's stock doubled in a single day after its cancer vaccine hit key Phase 3 goals, and Merck jumped too. But according to a former Steve Cohen fund manager, the next big opportunity is not Moderna or Merck.
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Insider buying is an essential metric for investors to track because it can signal C-suite confidence in operations, growth, and profitability. Clustered insider buying—when multiple executives and directors buy around the same time—can be even more informative because it suggests shar... Read the Full Story |
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If you’re checking your portfolio at the end of December and you’re invested in advanced nuclear, the view can look ugly. The industry, a darling of the 2025 market, is currently flashing red warnings to end the year.
Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO) has slid 36% in the past three months. NuSca... Read the Full Story |
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As the trading year 2025 draws to a close, the cannabis sector presents a confusing picture for the average investor.
On Dec. 18, 2025, President Trump signed a pivotal Executive Order directing the Attorney General to expedite the rescheduling of cannabis. By all traditional metrics, this politi... Read the Full Story |
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Shares of auto giant Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) closed lower for the fourth session in a row on Dec. 29, marking a notable shift in tone just days after the stock set a fresh all-time high. Since that peak just before Christmas, shares are down close to 8%, a sharp reversal considering how hard-fou... Read the Full Story |
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Over the past three years, sports betting stock DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) has delivered for investors, with shares up over 200% through the Dec. 29 close in that period.
But in recent months, the emergence of prediction markets has weighed on sentiment, as investors fear that emerging competit... Read the Full Story |
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Every December, the global supply chain undergoes a massive pressure test known as the Christmas Stress Test.
In a typical year, millions of holiday packages flood the logistics network. This surge usually drives up freight volumes (the amount of goods moving) and fuel demand simultaneously. Howe... Read the Full Story |
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In a market often dominated by the volatility of high-growth technology stocks and shifting macroeconomic headlines, the value of a disciplined dividend strategy still remains relevant. While momentum-driven trades can deliver outsized gains during favorable stretches, long-term wealth creation ha... Read the Full Story |
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Wednesday's Early Bird Stock Of The Day GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity. It operates under three segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification. The Power segments generates and sells electricity through hydro, gas, nuclear, and steam power. Wind segment engages in the manufacturing and sale of wind turbine blades; and Electrification segment provides grid solutions, power conversion, solar, and storage solutions. The company was incorporated in 2023 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. | | View Today's Stock Pick |
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