Good MorningU.S. stocks closed lower Wednesday, as the S&P 500 slipped 0.6%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.6% and the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.5%. The mixed session saw semiconductor bellwether Nvidia deliver another blowout quarter, overcoming tariff threats to handily beat analysts’ projections, while retailer Abercrombie & Fitch also surprised on the upside.
Yet department‐store stalwart Macy’s reported softer sales and reduced its profit outlook, citing cautious consumers and rising tariff‐related costs, dampening broader sentiment.
Overnight, markets rallied on relief that a federal court blocked President Trump’s attempt to impose sweeping tariffs under emergency powers, ruling that the 1977 law doesn’t authorize such hikes. U.S. futures jumped and Asian shares climbed, and European stocks rebounded after Trump postponed threatened duties on EU goods.
Investors also cheered Trump’s order to streamline nuclear‐energy licensing to 18 months and open federal land for construction—a move that sent nuclear‐power stocks sharply higher on hopes of renewed industry momentum.
On the commodities front, West Texas Intermediate crude settled at $61.84 a barrel, up nearly 1.5%, while gold futures edged lower after a narrow trading range. Looking ahead, sectors tied to global trade flows and energy infrastructure are likely to stay in focus, as policymakers juggle stimulus, regulation and industrial strategy.
Meanwhile, consumer‐staples names such as Coca-Cola, which has outpaced peers this year, may offer defensive ballast alongside more cyclical and rate-sensitive plays. Featured: Everyone’s watching Nvidia right now. Here’s why I’m excited. (Timothy Sykes) 
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Stocks | | | A big rally for stocks that began in Asia on Thursday lost steam after sweeping into Europe and the United States amid uncertainty about what will happen next after a U.S. court blocked many of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% after giving up more than half of an... Read the Full Story |
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From Our PartnersJeff Brown, the tech legend who picked shares of Nvidia in 2016 before they jumped by more than 22,000%...
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Markets | | | As we round the corner into June, tech giant Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ: QCOM) remains a frustrating stock to track. It fell as much as 10% during the second half of last week, continuing its trend of underperformance relative to the broader semiconductor sector.
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BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BBAI) operates in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence (AI) sector. The company specializes in AI-powered decision intelligence, primarily serving national security and defense clients, with aspirations to grow its commercial business. This small-cap comp... Read the Full Story |
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Joby Aviation (NYSE: JOBY) saw its stock price climb sharply on May 28, 2025. This surge followed a major announcement that has clearly excited investors about the electric air taxi developer's future. The company confirmed it has received the first $250 million part of a larger investment from ... Read the Full Story |
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As dubious as it may seem, GameStop’s (NYSE: GME) shift to Bitcoin (CRYPTOCURRENCY: BTC) could pay off over time. Evidently, the gaming resale industry is dead money; investing in BTC provides a path forward, but it will be a long road to travel.
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Markets | | | President Donald Trump said Wednesday he has told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to hold off on striking Iran to give the U.S. administration more time to push for a new nuclear deal with Tehran.“I told him this would be inappropriate to do right now because we’re very close to a solution... Read the Full Story |
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Thursday's Early Bird Stock Of The Day IonQ, Inc. engages in the development of general-purpose quantum computing systems in the United States. It sells access to quantum computers of various qubit capacities. The company makes access to its quantum computers through cloud platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) Amazon Braket, Microsoft's Azure Quantum, and Google's Cloud Marketplace, as well as through its cloud service. It also provides contracts associated with the design, development, and construction of specialized quantum computing hardware systems; maintenance and support services; and consulting services related to co-developing algorithms on quantum computing systems. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in College Park, Maryland. | Should I Buy IonQ Stock? IONQ Bull and Bear Case Explained
These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of IonQ was last updated on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:05 AM.
IonQ Bull Case -
IonQ, Inc. has recently shown a revenue of $7.57 million for the quarter, surpassing analyst estimates of $7.51 million, indicating strong performance and potential for growth.
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The company is a leader in the quantum computing space, providing access to advanced quantum computers through major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, which enhances its market reach and customer base.
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Recent insider trading activity shows confidence in the company, with Director William F. Scannell purchasing 93,066 shares, reflecting a significant increase in his position, which can be a positive signal for investors.
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Analysts have a generally favorable outlook, with several firms issuing "buy" ratings and price targets ranging from $30.00 to $50.00, suggesting potential for stock appreciation.
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The current stock price is around $21.81, which may be considered attractive compared to the higher price targets set by analysts, indicating potential upside for investors.
IonQ Bear Case -
IonQ, Inc. reported a negative return on equity of 36.82%, which indicates that the company is not generating profit relative to shareholder equity, raising concerns about its financial health.
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The company has a negative net margin of 457.85%, suggesting that it is currently spending significantly more than it earns, which could be a red flag for potential investors.
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Revenue has decreased by 0.2% year-over-year, indicating a potential decline in demand or market challenges that could affect future growth.
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Analysts forecast a negative earnings per share of -0.86 for the current year, which suggests that the company may continue to face profitability challenges in the near term.
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Insider selling activity, including a significant sale of 2,000,000 shares by an insider, may raise concerns about the company's future prospects and could signal a lack of confidence among some stakeholders.
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