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90% of Investors Plan to Own AI Stocks in 2026: Here Are 2 That Should Be in Your Portfolio

Nvidia and Broadcom are two top AI stocks to own in 2026 and beyond.

19 hours ago

HSBC Stays Cautious on Tesla (TSLA) After Lower-Than-Expected Q4 Deliveries

Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) is one of the AI Stocks Making Waves on Wall Street. On January 4, HSBC analyst Michael Tyndall reiterated a Reduce rating on the stock with a $131.00 price target. The rating affirmation follows Tesla’s fourth-quarter delivery results, with analysts flagging Q4 deliveries across key regions. Firm analysts noted how Tesla’s delivery of […]

19 hours ago

Apple’s (AAPL) Strong Fundamentals Already Priced In, Analysts Say

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is one of the AI Stocks Making Waves on Wall Street. On January 2, Raymond James analyst Srini Pajjuri resumed coverage on the stock with a Market Perform rating and no price target. The rating marks a step down from the Outperform rating that the stock held prior to coverage suspension. The […]

19 hours ago

Analysts See Upside for NVIDIA (NVDA) as CES Highlights AI Momentum

NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) is one of the AI Stocks Making Waves on Wall Street. One of the biggest analyst calls on Monday, January 5, was for Nvidia Corporation. UBS reiterated the AI chipmaker as “Buy,” heading into the Consumer Electronics Show. “NVDA is hosting a keynote on Monday night, where we expect it may give […]

19 hours ago

Polymarket Trader Who Bagged Massive Profit From US-Venezuela Bets Could Be Geopolitical Insider: Sonar Pro

The Polymarket bettor who turned a $33,000 bet on Venezuela-related developments’ into over $400,000 could be a geopolitical insider, a platform that tracks the top trades on the prediction market said on Sunday. Trader Executes Laser-Focused Geopolitical Strategy Sonar Pro analyzed the trader’s moves on X, highlighting an “ultra-concentrated” strategy that focused only on geopolitical events. The bettor placed wagers on just four outcomes — all tied to Venezuela — including “Maduro out by Janua

19 hours ago

Dow Jones Futures: S&P 500 Hits New High, Amazon Leads Several Buys; Tesla Falters

The S&P 500 hit a new high Tuesday while Amazon led several stocks flashing buy signals. Tesla fell back below key support.

20 hours ago

Tesla Recently Saw EV Deliveries Decline Nearly 16%. However, Investors Are Focusing Their Attention Elsewhere

Tesla's electric vehicle business had a rough year in 2025.

20 hours ago

Our Uber Stock Pick Has Had a Bumpy Ride. Stay Buckled In.

Uber Technologies ’ stock has experienced a setback. The market is concerned about profit margins, but the picture will brighten and investors should stay the course. Watch the author discuss Uber stock and other issues facing markets—and take your questions!

20 hours ago

Got $5,000? 3 Tech Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Term

Buying these tech giants and holding for years could be a very wise move.

20 hours ago

Meta’s Manus news is getting different receptions in Washington and Beijing

Chinese officials are reportedly reviewing whether the Meta deal violates technology export controls, potentially giving Beijing leverage it wasn't initially perceived as having.

20 hours ago

Forget Vertiv Stock and Look at This AI Stock Instead

Vertiv has crushed the S&P 500 over the past five years, but smaller AI stocks may offer better opportunities.

21 hours ago

How Google Got Its Groove Back and Edged Ahead of OpenAI

After ChatGPT dominated the early chatbot market, Google staged a comeback with a powerful AI model. It also launched the biggest search-engine overhaul in years.

21 hours ago

China reviews Meta's purchase of AI startup Manus, FT reports

Chinese officials are reviewing Meta's $2 billion acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus for possible technology control violations, the Financial Times ‌reported on Tuesday, citing two people familiar with the matter. Meta and Manus did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Chinese commerce ministry officials began assessing whether the relocation of Manus' ⁠staff and technology ‌to Singapore and the consequent sale to Meta required an export license under ‍Chinese law, the report said.

21 hours ago

2 Warren Buffett Stock Picks That Could Soar in 2026

These stocks are trading at surprisingly discounted valuations.

21 hours ago

Delta, American Airlines Increase Flights To Cushion Delays Caused By Trump's Restrictions On Carribean Operations Following Venezuela Raid

Delta Airlines Inc. (NASDAQ:DAL), American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) have added several additional flights as thousands of travelers were left stranded in the Caribbean amid flight restrictions imposed by the President Donald Trump administration after it carried out a raid in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Students Left Stranded Due To Cancellations Students returning to school were left stranded due to the uncertainty around flights, Business Insider repo

21 hours ago

UPS vs. FedEx: The Better Long-Term Play?

UPS has an exciting long-term growth strategy, but its near-term capital allocation strategy is questionable.

22 hours ago

Warby Parker (WRBY) Soars 11% on PT Hike, AI Glasses Optimism

We recently published 10 Stocks With Eye-Popping Double-Digit Gains; 4 Hit All-Time Highs. Warby Parker Inc. (NYSE:WRBY) was one of the top performers on Tuesday. Warby Parker rallied for a third day on Tuesday, jumping 11.57 percent to finish at $25.94 apiece as investors took heart from an investment firm’s price target upgrade for its […]

22 hours ago

Former Meta Scientist Says Mark Zuckerberg's New AI Chief Is 'Young' And 'Inexperienced'—Warns 'Lot Of People' Who Haven't Yet Left Meta 'Will Leave'

Former Meta scientist and AI pioneer Yann LeCun has openly questioned Meta Platforms Inc.'s (NASDAQ:META) AI leadership overhaul. LeCun Questions Wang's Research Credentials In an interview with the Financial Times published on Friday, LeCun described Wang, 28, as "young" and "inexperienced," arguing that the Scale AI co-founder lacks a deep understanding of how elite AI research teams operate. LeCun said Alexandr Wang is intelligent and learns quickly, but does not yet grasp what attracts — or

22 hours ago

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures trade flat with jobs data set to test early 2026 rally

Markets are holding steady after a roaring start to the week, with Venezuela, CES, and jobs data releases all in focus.

23 hours ago

Oracle’s Debt-Fueled AI Data Center Bet Could Be A Game Changer For Oracle (ORCL)

In recent months, Oracle has doubled down on AI-focused cloud infrastructure, ramping capital spending, expanding data centers, and deepening ties with major AI customers like OpenAI, Meta, Nvidia, and TikTok’s U.S. operations while adopting Nvidia’s new Rubin platform. At the same time, investors are increasingly focused on Oracle’s rising debt, heavy AI data center exposure on its balance sheet, and customer concentration risk, raising questions about how much financial strain the company...

23 hours ago

Why Investors Hit the Brakes on Tesla Stock Today

Competition is intensifying in the self-driving AI sphere.

23 hours ago

Assessing Microsoft (MSFT) Valuation After Recent Share Price Pullback And Conflicting Fair Value Views

Microsoft (MSFT) is back in focus for investors after recent trading, with the share price around $472.85 and short term returns across the week, month, and past 3 months all showing declines. See our latest analysis for Microsoft. That recent weak share price momentum, with the 90 day share price return down 9.91% and year to date share price return roughly flat, contrasts with a 12.78% 1 year total shareholder return and stronger multi year gains. This may hint at investors reassessing near...

1 days ago

Android exec. explains 'vision' for users' Google AI experience

Alphabet's (GOOG, GOOGL) artificial intelligence (AI) efforts have been front and center since recent advancements in Google Gemini. Google's Android ecosystem president, Sameer Samat, sits down with Yahoo Finance Tech Editor Dan Howley at CES 2026 to explain how Android is leveraging AI tech. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Asking for a Trend.

1 days ago

What Are the 3 Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy Right Now?

AI stocks could outperform once again in 2026.

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Is Microsoft’s Expanding AI Role in Healthcare and Power Grids Reshaping Its Cloud Narrative for MSFT?

RSM US LLP has previously rolled out an AI-powered adverse event reporting platform in Hawai‘i, built on Microsoft Azure, Azure SQL, Azure AI Foundry, Power BI and other Microsoft Data & AI tools to monitor healthcare risks in near real time across roughly 3,600 participants. This deployment, alongside Azure’s use in power-grid digital twins and large-scale grid operations, underscores how Microsoft’s AI cloud is increasingly embedded in critical infrastructure where reliability, compliance...

1 days ago

Canal Capital Management adds Akre Focus ETF

Canal Capital added the Akre Focus ETF to its equity portfolio during the fourth quarter.

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Best First Jobs Where You Can Earn Potentially Lucrative Stock

Let's look at how landing a job that offers stock or ownership benefits can do more than just pay the bills.

1 days ago

Memory Stocks Surge as Shortage Is Expected to Worsen

Sandisk, a maker of NAND flash memory, surged nearly 28% by the closing bell while hard-drive makers Seagate and Western Digital jumped 14% and 17% respectively. Micron, which produces primarily DRAM memory chips, shot up 10%. In a report Monday, market research firm Trendforce projected that contact prices for NAND flash memory will jump 30%-35% just in the first quarter of this year.

1 days ago

AI Stocks Pressured In Early 2026 Test. Lumentum, Ciena Jump, Nvidia Edges Down

Nvidia stock rose Tuesday amid a sell-off in many data center plays as investors mulled capital spending on artificial intelligence.

1 days ago

Stock market today: Dow crosses 49,000, S&P 500 jumps to new high in record-setting start to year

US stocks rose on Tuesday as investors eyed fresh records for the Dow and S&P 500.

1 days ago

Buy Nvidia or AMD Stock After Rolling Out New AI Platforms?

Their presentations at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show could lift the appealing outlook for AMD and Nvidia after revealing next-gen AI platforms.

1 days ago

Sector Update: Tech Stocks Climb Late Afternoon

Tech stocks were higher late Tuesday afternoon, with the State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR

1 days ago

Ford sales rose 6% in 2025, hybrid vehicles drive growth

Ford (F) reported that its US auto sales increased by 6% annually in 2025, driven by a mix of hybrid vehicles and affordable models for first-time buyers. Yahoo Finance senior autos reporter Pras Subramanian breaks down Ford's latest sales data, while taking a look at how Chinese EV maker BYD (BYDDY, 1211.HK) outsold Tesla (TSLA) in 2025. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.

1 days ago

TPG, Bread Financial, Donnelley Financial Solutions, and Capital One Shares Skyrocket, What You Need To Know

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after investors shrugged off geopolitical tensions in Venezuela to push the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average to new all-time highs.

1 days ago

4 Companies on Track To Hit $4 Trillion Market Cap

Four mega-cap stocks are closing in on the $4 trillion market cap milestone. See which companies could define the next era of Wall Street.

1 days ago

3 semiconductor stocks to play the AI supercycle, according to analysts

As memory stocks like Micron trade at a steep discount to the S&P 500, analysts debate whether a historic "bottleneck" in AI hardware has created the ultimate value play or a classic commodity trap.

1 days ago

2 Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Ready for a Bull Run

These tech companies offer solid return prospects over the next five years.

1 days ago

Microsoft Stock Named 'Core Winner' In 2026 AI Race; Is It a Buy Now?

Microsoft stock was on track to break a three-day losing streak on Tuesday after shares fell below their key moving averages and all-time high of 555.45, according to MarketSurge chart analysis tools from Investor's Business Daily. In December, analyst Dan Ives at Wedbush said the software giant is poised for a strong 2026 and reiterated an outperform rating with a price target of 625. Ives said that Microsoft's growth outlook from its cloud business was being underestimated by Wall Street as the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout continues along with monetization that will drive revenue and profits.

1 days ago

Bitcoin miners face steep costs as they pivot to AI and HPC, HIVE chair says

As Bitcoin miners increasingly pivot toward artificial intelligence and high-performance computing (HPC), many assume their biggest competition will come from cloud giants such as Amazon, Google or Microsoft. According to Frank Holmes, executive chairman of HIVE Digital Technologies, the reality is ...

1 days ago

Meta names Microsoft's Mahoney as chief legal officer

Meta Platforms said on Tuesday it has appointed C.J. Mahoney, a seasoned legal executive with a career in both the technology ‌sector and U.S. government, as its new chief legal officer. Mahoney was previously ‌Microsoft's senior legal executive and deputy U.S. trade representative during President Donald Trump's first term, according to his LinkedIn page. The company said Mahoney will start on his new ⁠role on Wednesday, ‌directly reporting to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

1 days ago

STMicroelectronics shares jump 7% on report Apple in talks over LiDAR sensors

Investing.com -- U.S. listed shares of STMicroelectronics NV (EPA:STMPA) rose about 7% on Wednesday after industry sources said Apple is in talks to adopt the chipmaker’s LiDAR sensors in future iPhones, a move that would mark a shift away from Apple’s current single-supplier setup.

1 days ago

OECD Revises Global Minimum Tax, Grants US Exemption

Nearly 150 countries back a revised OECD deal excluding large US multinationals from the 15% minimum tax.

1 days ago

Meta Delays International Rollout for Ray-Ban Display Glasses Amid Strong Demand

‘Because of this unprecedented demand and limited inventory, we’ve decided to pause our planned international expansion,’ Meta said.

1 days ago

This Is the Best Magnificent 7 Stock to Buy for 2026, According to Analysts

After a tough 2025, it seems analysts are quite gung-ho about the e-commerce giant this year.

1 days ago

CoreWeave: Analyst explains his 'reluctant' upgrade on the stock

D.A. Davidson head of technology research Gil Luria — in a panel alongside Wedbush's Dan Ives and Yahoo Finance senior reporter Ines Ferré — explains why he gave a "reluctant upgrade" to CoreWeave's (CRWV) stock, calling the company a "marginal player" in the AI trade. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Opening Bid.

1 days ago

Nvidia Vera Rubin, Dow tops 49K, business optimism: 3 Things

Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang unveiled a variety of new projects and innovations at his keynote speech at CES 2026 on Monday, including the chipmaker's Vera Rubin AI platform. US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are mixed in Tuesday's premarket trading after the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) reached a new record high above 49,000 yesterday. A majority of small and medium business owners appear cautiously optimistic for 2026, according to a new study from Bank of America. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

1 days ago

Nvidia CEO: This AI 'breakthrough' is 'completely genius'

Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang gave a presentation on Monday to kick off CES 2026, the big tech expo formerly known as the "Consumer Electronics Show." Watch the video above to hear Huang discuss breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more on Yahoo Finance.

1 days ago

AMD reveals new AI PC chips, details next-gen data center chips at CES 2026

AMD showed off its upcoming AI data center system at CES 2026.

1 days ago

Dow Jones Futures: AMD, Apple, Palantir, Tesla Are Key Movers; Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Announces New AI Chip

Dow Jones Futures: AMD, Apple, Palantir and Tesla were key movers. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the company's new AI chip.

1 days ago

Jeff Bezos Picked Andy Jassy To Run Amazon. His Secret? Dad's Advice: Do It All The Way Or Don't

When Jeff Bezos stepped aside in 2021, the Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) founder handed the keys to Andy Jassy, a longtime insider whose leadership philosophy was shaped long before boardrooms — by lessons from his father. From Early Amazon Employee To Bezos' Chosen Successor Jassy became Amazon's second CEO in July 2021, marking a rare leadership transition at one of the world's most powerful companies. Jassy joined Amazon in 1997 — the same year it went public — and spent decades rising throug

1 days ago

Could This AI ETF Surge 300% and Become the Next Nvidia?

This is an old ETF, but a 2023 refresh makes it a rising player on the AI ETF stage.

1 days ago

AMD shows off new higher performing AI chip at CES event

Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su showed off a number of the company's AI chips on Monday at the CES trade show in Las Vegas. The advanced MI455 AI processors are a component in the data center ‌server racks that the company is selling to firms like ChatGPT maker OpenAI. Su also unveiled the MI440X, a version of the MI400 ‌series chip designed for on-premise use at businesses.

1 days ago

Melius Sets $135 Target on Marvell (MRVL) as Custom Silicon Demand Accelerates

Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) is included among the 13 Best January Dividend Stocks to Invest in. On January 5, Melius Research upgraded Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) to Buy from Hold and set a $135 price target. The analyst noted that the stock is down about 11% from its recent intraday high. From their perspective, Marvell’s […]

1 days ago

Nvidia CEO says Rubin in Production, Keynote Falls Flat

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says their highly anticipated new Vera Rubin systems are nearing release this year. Speaking at CES in Las Vegas, Huang said customers will soon be able to try out the technology, helping speed AI development. Nvidia share's didn't react much to the presentation. Bloomberg Technology anchor Ed Ludlow breaks down Huang's keynote on 'Bloomberg: The Asia Trade.'

1 days ago

Mark Zuckerberg Once Revealed One Thing Movies Often Get 'All Wrong' And Why He Thinks It's A 'Dangerous Lie'

Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) CEO Mark Zuckerberg is again challenging the Hollywood version of innovation, warning graduates that the myth of a lone "eureka moment" is not just wrong but harmful. Zuckerberg Dismantles The Lone Genius Myth In his 2017 Harvard commencement address, the billionaire said "movies and pop culture get this all wrong," calling "the idea of a single eureka moment" a "dangerous lie" that leaves people feeling inadequate and stops those with promising ideas from even

1 days ago

Prediction: The S&P 500 $1 Trillion Club Will Double Between 2026 and 2030

Several companies could see massive gains by 2030 to join the vaunted club.

1 days ago

Rise in food prices drove shop inflation higher in the festive period

Shop price inflation in Britain inched higher in December, buoyed by an increase in food costs during the festive period.

1 days ago

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures climb after Dow's record-setting rally

US stock futures were steady Monday night as investors took time to settle following a record close for the Dow Jones.

1 days ago

Nvidia accelerates AI roadmap: Rubin superchip in full production, 5x faster

Investing.com -- NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) is accelerating its release cycle, announcing at the CES 2026 convention on Monday that its highly anticipated Rubin data center products are in full production and nearing release this year.

1 days ago

Microsoft’s Nadella wants us to stop thinking of AI as ‘slop’

Nadella wants us to think of AI as a human helper instead of a slop-generating job killer. New data for 2026 indicates he could be right.

2 days ago

Nvidia CEO confirms Vera Rubin AI platform is 'in full production'

The Vera Rubin platform is in full production, Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang confirms during his speech at the 2026 CES. Watch the video above to learn more about the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI) tech. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more on Yahoo Finance.

2 days ago

Nvidia launches Vera Rubin, its next major AI platform, at CES 2026

Nvidia launched its latest Vera Rubin superchip at CES 2026 on Monday.

2 days ago

Meta Platforms (META) Laps the Stock Market: Here's Why

The latest trading day saw Meta Platforms (META) settling at $658.79, representing a +1.29% change from its previous close.

2 days ago

Apple (AAPL) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: What You Should Know

The latest trading day saw Apple (AAPL) settling at $267.26, representing a -1.38% change from its previous close.

2 days ago

Stock Market Today, Jan. 5: Dow Hits Record High on Energy Stocks Rally After Venezuela Developments

Today, Jan. 5, 2026, energy giants and banks are steering Wall Street higher as traders frame Venezuela's turmoil as an investment opening.

2 days ago

Nvidia partners with Mercedes to train autonomous driving models

At his CES 2026 presentation, Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the chipmaker's new Alpamayo open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models specifically designed for training autonomous vehicles and improving full self-driving capabilities. The semiconductor manufacturer will be partnering with Mercedes-Benz (MBG.DE) in this endeavor. Also catch Jensen Huang's full keynote speech by clicking here. Stay up to date with Yahoo Finance's coverage of CES 2026. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here.

2 days ago

TSMC Stock Rises, But Semiconductor Rally Fades

TSMC stock edged higher Monday leading chip stocks higher as the trading session began. Taiwan Semiconductor shares gained more than 2% in the morning, but the gains faded as the stock closed at 322.25, up nearly 1%. Needham analyst Charles Shi cited "demand upside from Nvidia and Google" in projecting TSMC's AI revenue to exceed $200 billion by 2030.

2 days ago

4 Top Tech Stocks to Buy in January

Artificial intelligence (AI) spending is expected to pick up the pace in 2026.

2 days ago

Amazon purchases $2 million lot in Eugene for e-commerce center

The 84-acre lot borders Highway 99, the airport and Aubrey Lane.

2 days ago

Under Biden, America got 150 countries to agree a 15% global corporate tax. Under Trump, America gets an exemption

Scott Bessent called it “a historic victory in preserving U.S. sovereignty and protecting American workers and businesses from extraterritorial overreach."

2 days ago

Exclusive: yMedia founder says Google’s AI crackdown squeezes crypto media

Google’s July 2025 updates have shaken the foundations of media. To get indexed in Google, websites need to include higher expertise and trustworthiness. The core update and the expansion of its AI Overviews prioritize “your money or your life” (YMYL) content, including finance and ...

2 days ago

IBM Stock Upgraded To Buy While Oracle Seen Bouncing Back In Analyst's 2026 Software Preview

Analysts with Jefferies upgraded IBM stock to a buy call and said they expect Oracle stock to bounce back from a harsh slump.

2 days ago

Emerging Currencies Shrug Off Weakness as USD Loses Haven Appeal

The MSCI benchmark for EM currencies recovered from losses during the trading session and closed flat while the dollar slipped 0.1%. Currencies from Colombia and Brazil climbed, shrugging off early morning’s weakness. “EM currencies are back on the gaining trend established last year,” said Juan Perez, senior director of trading at Monex USA.

2 days ago

Top Stock Reports for Meta, Bank of America & Procter & Gamble

Meta Platforms leads today's Zacks Research Daily as analysts highlight strong user growth, heavier AI investment and lingering concerns around monetization.

2 days ago

Stocks Rise With Traders Sanguine on Maduro Ouster: Markets Wrap

The Nasdaq 100 Index jumped 0.8%, with tech-focused megacaps such as Amazon.com Inc. and Tesla Inc. among the gainers. Chevron Corp. shares traded higher, alongside other US oil majors, after President Donald Trump floated plans for a US-led revival of Venezuela’s industry.

2 days ago

Dogs Of The Dow: 10 High-Yield Stocks With Dividends Up To 6.8% - Including Several Warren Buffett Favorites

The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit record all-time highs in 2025 with many of the components ending the year higher. Along with serving as a well-known barometer of overall market health, the index offers some of the top yielding blue-chip stocks. Here's a look at the top-yielding Dow Jones stocks heading into 2026. Top Yielding Dow Jones Industrial Average Stocks When looking for dividend stocks, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has plenty of names to offer. Of the 30 components of the index,

2 days ago

Tesla Stock Could Be Worth Just $80. The Price Is Rising.

On Saturday, former Fidelity portfolio manager George Noble posted a sum-of-the-parts, or SOTP, valuation for Tesla on X, which suggested the electric-vehicle maker was worth $80 a share. Tesla rose 3.1% on Monday, closing at $451.67, while the and gained 0.6% and 1.2%, respectively. Coming into Monday trading, Tesla’s stock had declined for seven consecutive trading days.

2 days ago

These Stocks Moved the Most Today: Chevron, Valero Energy, Comcast, Tesla, CoreWeave, IBM, Coinbase, and More

Chevron, the last oil major still operating in Venezuela, surges following the U.S. capture of President Nicolás Maduro.

2 days ago

Hyundai is taking on Tesla and others in race to mass-produce humanoid robots

Hyundai said it's working to develop a system to mass-produce Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot by 2028.

2 days ago

Stock market today: Dow jumps 600 points to record, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rally as oil stocks surge after Venezuela strike

Wall Street is assessing the US military strike and capture of President Maduro in Venezuela, while hopes for AI demand buoy techs.

2 days ago

Oracle's AI-Driven Growth Remains on Track After Stock Selloff, UBS Says

Oracle (ORCL) is approaching significant revenue growth acceleration, supported by the ramp-up of ca

2 days ago

Should Investors Be Worried That the "Magnificent Seven" Make Up 35% of the S&P 500?

At the very least, investors should be concerned. There's a way to avoid the problem, though.

2 days ago

Deribit, SignalPlus competition logs over $23B as options demand grows

Deribit, a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, and crypto options trading platform SignalPlus have concluded the 2025 Deribit x SignalPlus Trading Competition (Space Edition), according to a Jan. 5 announcement. The competition generated over $23 billion in cumulative notional trading volume in ...

2 days ago

2025 Wasn’t an Easy Year for Tesla Stock, but Baird Says It’s a ‘Core Holding’ for 2026 Anyways

Tesla enters 2026 as a high‑beta “prove‑it” story, with record free cash flow and new energy and AI levers offset by falling deliveries, a rich multiple, and a consensus "Hold" rating.

2 days ago

Happy New Year: Here Are 2 Stocks to Watch Going Into 2026

These transportation giants are set to change the landscape of their industries this year.

2 days ago

Assessing Apple (AAPL) Valuation After Recent Share Price Softness and Mixed Return Signals

Apple (AAPL) continues to draw attention from investors as recent returns have been mixed, with a 1 day decline of 0.3%, a 1 week decline of 1.0% and a past month decline of 2.8%. See our latest analysis for Apple. At a share price of US$271.01, Apple’s recent 1 month share price decline sits against a 90 day share price return of 5.7%. Its 1 year total shareholder return of 11.1% and 3 year total shareholder return a little above a doubling highlight that long term holders have seen stronger...

2 days ago

2 Tech Stocks That Could Be Winners If the OpenAI Boom Turns to Bust

AI stocks could be hit if OpenAI can’t sustain its growth—but Pivotal Research says these two technology companies would still be good bets.

2 days ago

Tech start-up run by Tony Blair’s son cuts dozens of jobs

Losses at Euan Blair’s technology start-up have widened as the company cut staff numbers for the first time.

2 days ago

Qualcomm unveils PC chip, humanoid robotics initiative at CES 2026

Qualcomm debuted its newest PC chip and announced its push into humanoid robotics at CES 2026.

2 days ago

AI buildout's next theme will be finding meaning in other sectors

Major tech conference CES 2026 kicks off today with presentations from Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) CEO Lisa Su. As the first full trading week of the new year gets underway, what new tech themes should investors be watching for at this year's CES and beyond? Defiance ETFs CEO and CIO Sylvia Jablonski explains how she is watching how Big Tech's massive AI infrastructure CapEx spending and buildout could expand into other industries and sectors. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

2 days ago

US invades Venezuela, market reaction, CES kicks off: 3 Things

Oil prices (CL=F, BZ=F) and related stocks rise following the US invasion of Venezuela and capture of President Nicolás Maduro. US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) inch slightly higher in Monday's premarket in response to the geopolitical headlines. CES 2026 kicks off today in Las Vegas with presentations from Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) CEO Lisa Su. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

2 days ago

Ready to Buy Nvidia Stock? Check Out This Option.

Nvidia has been one of the market's biggest winners in recent years, but this success has also led to a high valuation.

2 days ago

Is Microsoft Attractively Priced After AI Partnerships and Cloud Expansion in 2026?

If you have ever wondered whether Microsoft is still a buy at today’s levels, you are not alone. This article is designed to cut through the noise and focus on what the stock is actually worth. Despite a modest pullback of around 3.0% over the last week and a roughly flat start to the year, long term holders have still seen the share price climb about 12.5% over the last year and more than 115.3% over three years. Recent headlines have focused on Microsoft’s continued push into artificial...

2 days ago

Exclusive-Samsung to double mobile devices powered by Google's Gemini to 800 million units this year

Samsung Electronics plans to double this year the number of its mobile devices with AI features powered by Google's Gemini, its co-CEO said, which would give the U.S. firm an edge over rivals as the global race in artificial intelligence hots up. "We will apply AI to all products, all functions, and all services as quickly as possible," T M Roh ‌told Reuters in his first interview since becoming Samsung Electronics co-CEO in November. The plan by the world's largest backer of Google's Android mobile platform is set to give a major boost to its developer Google, which is locked in a race with OpenAI and others to attract more consumer users to their AI model.

2 days ago

Markets show mixed reaction after US capture of Venezuelan leader

Oil prices edged higher early Monday in Asian trading, while the prices of precious metals surged as markets registered a mixed reaction to the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a weekend raid. Share prices opened higher, with benchmarks in South Korea and Japan again setting fresh records. Shortly after trading began, U.S. benchmark crude oil was up 12 cents at $57.44 per barrel, while Brent crude gained 14 cents to $60.89 per barrel.

2 days ago

This Amazon Competitor Is Starting To Flare Up Following A Muted 2025: Momentum Score Surges

Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) rival Etsy Inc. (NYSE:ETSY) is beginning to stir after being dormant for an extended period of time, and this is already showing up in its Momentum score. Shares of the vintage e-commerce website were up just 4.39% last year, and have largely lagged against peers and benchmarks over the past couple of years. It, however, looks set to start the new year with some fresh momentum. Don't Miss: The AI Marketing Platform Backed by Insiders from Google, Meta, and Amazon —

2 days ago

Tesla (TSLA) Valuation Check After Recent Share Price Drift

Why Tesla Stock Just Moved Tesla (TSLA) has been drifting lower over the past week, and that slide is starting to test investors patience as they weigh a strong multiyear track record against short-term pressure. See our latest analysis for Tesla. That recent 7 day share price decline comes after a choppy few months in which upbeat delivery data and ongoing autonomy headlines kept expectations elevated. A 1 year total shareholder return of 6.7% shows momentum has cooled but not reversed. If...

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Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures steady after US intervention in Venezuela, arrest of Maduro

Stock futures were largely steady as markets reacted to the US arrest of Venezuela's president.

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My Top 5 Stock Market Predictions for 2026

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Tesla (TSLA) Is Down 7.8% After BYD Takes EV Crown And Deliveries Fall Again - What's Changed

In early January 2026, Tesla reported Q4 2025 production of 434,358 vehicles and deliveries of 418,227, bringing full‑year deliveries to 1.64 million, its second consecutive annual sales decline and confirming that China’s BYD has overtaken it as the world’s largest EV seller. This shift signals a maturing EV market where Tesla’s core automotive volumes face mounting competition and weaker incentives, even as its fast‑growing energy storage and autonomy efforts gain more investor...

3 days ago

Is the AI boom a bubble waiting to pop? Here’s what history says

“At some point the infrastructure build may exceed what the economy will need over a short period of time.”

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He Quit Construction, Doubled Pay To $120K At 25, Faced Family Guilt — Dave Ramsey's Message Is Blunt: 'Leave The Cave And Kill Something'

Walking away from a steady construction job to work for himself left a 25-year-old handyman earning more than twice as much — but wrestling with guilt and second thoughts. Brian, a caller from Van Nuys, California, told "The Ramsey Show" he recently left a construction job to launch his own handyman business. He said the move pushed his income to about $120,000 a year, left him debt-free, and put him on track to buy a home — yet pressure from family and renewed contact from his former employer m

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Why 60% of Americans Believe AI Stocks Will Deliver Strong Long-Term Returns

Younger investors are far more bullish about AI's potential as an investment.

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Veteran analyst delivers blunt 3-word take on Tesla after report

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Is Apple’s Valuation Still Justified After AI Push and Recent Share Price Drop?

Wondering if Apple still looks attractive at today's levels, or if most of the upside has already been realized? This breakdown will help you decide whether the current price really matches the story. Despite dipping around 0.9% over the last week and 2.8% over the past month, Apple is still up 11.9% over the last year and 112.2% over three years. This shows that long term holders have been well rewarded even as short term sentiment has wobbled. Recent headlines have focused on Apple's...

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Wall Street Braces For Another Year Of High-Value Transactions Following A Record-Breaking 2025

Wall Street is preparing for another year of massive deals, following a record-breaking 2025 that saw 68 transactions, each surpassing $10 billion. The Wall Street dealmakers played a significant role in blockbuster mergers in 2025. This activity pushed global M&A volume to its highest level since the pandemic, indicating a resurgence of confidence in corporate boardrooms. The average transaction size in 2025 was close to $227 million, the highest since 1980. “Large deals are driving the market.

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Jim Cramer says achieving early retirement comes down to just 3 key assets in your investment portfolio

Here's a winning formula.

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Elon Musk, Larry Ellison Lead As World's 10 Richest Add More 2025 Wealth Than Netflix, AT&T Combined

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk ended 2025 as the world's richest person with a wealth of $619 billion. Musk recently became the first person to ever hit the $600 billion milestone and he could be in for more gains in 2026 thanks to a reported SpaceX IPO and a new pay package at Tesla. Musk wasn't the only billionaire to see their wealth grow dramatically in 2025. Here's a look at the top 10 richest people in the world and how their wealth compares to some of the most well-known public com

3 days ago

3 stocks to watch in 2026

Looking to add some new stocks to your portfolio? Gibbens Capital president and chief investment officer Mark Gibbens has three suggestions. Find out what they are in the video above. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.

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2 AI Stocks to Buy in January and Hold for 20 Years

Investing in these tech leaders can help you profit from a generational opportunity.

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3 Reasons to Forget Teladoc Health Stock

The stock is far too risky.

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80-year-old Home Depot rival shuts down location, no bankruptcy

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The 'cash they have is excessive': Warren Buffett's exit puts spotlight on Berkshire Hathaway's next move

Warren Buffett has officially stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. Investors are focused on what happens to the company's growing cash pile.

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Rivian Deliveries Tanked in Q4: What Investors Should Know

Are Rivian's deliveries a red flag? Or is there more to the story?

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Where Will Nvidia Stock Be in 1 Year?

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1,000 miles in the Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo EV: The good and bad

I picked up my EV tester — a 2025 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo — in New York City for a trip to Raleigh, N.C., to attend this year’s Luftgekühlt, a celebration of air-cooled Porsche sports cars.

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Could Utility Stocks Be the Next Big AI Winners?

Utility stocks could produce powerful total returns as electricity demand surges.

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3 Cybersecurity Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

These best-of-breed stocks should deliver the goods as the cybersecurity industry enters the artificial intelligence era.

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Is DFAC ETF Still A Buy After 15% Run?

The Dimensional U.S. Core Equity 2 ETF (NYSEARCA:DFAC) has delivered a 15% gain over the past year, essentially matching the S&P 500’s return. Investors paid for Dimensional’s factor-based approach and got market performance. DFAC’s 2026 performance will likely depend less on 2025 results and more on what drives 2026 returns. DFAC manages nearly $40 billion ... Is DFAC ETF Still A Buy After 15% Run?

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'Go Yell At The Tombstone,' Dave Ramsey Says After Birth Family Demands Condo And $100K Despite Uncle's Written Will Leaving Them Nothing

Grief quickly turned into conflict after a man found himself at the center of an inheritance fight he did not create. Mike, a caller from Orange County, California, told "The Ramsey Show" that demands from his biological family surfaced days after his uncle's death, despite a written will and trust that left them nothing. He told hosts, personal finance experts Dave Ramsey and John Delony, that his uncle named him and his wife as executors and primary beneficiaries, leaving them the condo and mo

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Tesla Stock Has Been Flat For 2 Months - How to Make a 3.2% Yield in One-Month Puts

Tesla stock has been flat over the last 2 months. But investors are making money by selling short out-of-the-money (OTM) put options. For example, over the next month, a 6% OTM put provides a 3.2% income yield.

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5 tech stocks that could bring gains to your portfolio in the new year

Here are some stock ideas to get your investing year started (hopefully) on the right foot.

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4 Stocks to Buy in January That Could Join Nvidia in the $1 Trillion Club by 2030

Visa, ExxonMobil, Oracle, and Netflix have multi-year compounding potential for patient investors.

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The Next Stock-Split Stock That Could Make You Rich

This company's stock was recently priced at $660 per share, so a stock split wouldn't be surprising.

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Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Makes MSTR 'Interesting,' But Polymarket Aren't So Sure

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) executive chairman Michael Saylor says Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) makes the stock “interesting,” but Polymarket traders bet 76% the company gets booted from MSCI by March 31. Options Activity Dwarfs Mega-Cap Peers Saylor on Frida pointed to MSTR’s...

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Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Moves Lower As Investors Assess Its AI Edge Against Google

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) shares are down Friday morning as the investors continue to weigh its competitive position in the AI space. This decline comes amid the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 trading flat to start 2026. Analyst Touts Azure's Gains, Flag Risks For Google's Model On Wednesday, John Freeman, co-founder and senior analyst at Ravenswood Partners, discussed the potential impact of Microsoft's Azure on Alphabet Inc’s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) AI business, suggesting that Google's traditional revenue

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Dow Jones Futures Set To React To Trump's Venezuela Action; Nvidia, AMD, Taiwan Semi Due

President Trump said the U.S. will "run" Venezuela after capturing Nicolas Maduro. How will markets react? Nvidia, AMD will headline CES this week.

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Perplexity CEO Says On-Device AI Threatens Data Centers As Industry Faces '$10 Trillion Question' — Apple, Qualcomm Positioned To Benefit

Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity AI, which is backed by Jeff Bezos and Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA), issued a contrarian warning about the future of artificial intelligence, saying on-device intelligence running on personal devices could disrupt the centralized data center model driving massive infrastructure investments. Localized AI Could Upend Data Center Industry “The biggest threat to a data center is if the intelligence can be packed locally on a chip that’s running on the device and then

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2 Genius Stocks This Billionaire Is Loading Up on for 2026

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Why Was It Mark Cuban Who Took On Big Pharma? 'I'm Rich As F*** And I Didn't Care About The Money'

Mark Cuban said that the reason he took on big pharma with his online pharmacy Cost Plus Drugs was that he could. “I’m rich as f*** and I didn’t care about the money,” the billionaire investor said on a recent episode of “The Bulwark” podcast. “My next dollar is not going to change my life.” He's now shaking up one of the most expensive systems in the world. Don't Miss: The AI Marketing Platform Backed by Insiders from Google, Meta, and Amazon — Invest at $0.85/Share 7 Million Gamers Already Tru

3 days ago

Tech billionaires cashed out $16 billion in 2025 as stocks soared

Jeff Bezos led the way. The Amazon founder sold 25 million shares for $5.7 billion in June and July, right around the time he was getting hitched to Lauren Sanchez in Venice.

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Chamath Palihapitiya Says People Worth $500 Billion 'Scrambled And Left California' Over Billionaire Tax, Warns That It Will Deepen Budget Deficit

Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya says a proposed California billionaire tax is already driving ultra-wealthy residents out of the state, a move he warns could worsen the budget deficit rather than fix it. Chamath Says $500 Billion Wealth Exit Over Proposed Billionaire Tax On Thursday, Palihapitiya took to X that people he knows with a combined net worth of about $500 billion moved to leave California permanently after the state floated a proposed "billionaire tax," which he described as a

4 days ago

Did Alphabet Just Threaten Palantir's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lead?

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Nvidia Just Made a Major Move for 2026. Time to Buy?

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Apple CEO Tim Cook Just Loaded Up on Nike Stock. Should You?

Nike is struggling. Does this purchase from a Nike insider suggest a turnaround is coming?

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Tesla Q4 Vehicle Deliveries Fall 16% But Analysts Say It's All About The Robotaxi

Tesla delivered 418,227 electric vehicles in the fourth quarter, down 15.6% from 495,570 in Q4 2024. TSLA shares angled higher early before falling in Friday' stock market. The EV giant reported Friday that fourth-quarter deliveries included 406,585 Model 3 and Model Y EVs, as well as 11,642 "other" vehicles, which include the Model S, Model X and Cybertruck.

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IonQ Stock in 5 Years: Moon Shot or Crash Landing?

If the use cases for quantum computing live up to the hype, IonQ investors could see huge returns.

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XLK Offers Broader Tech Diversification, While SOXX Targets Semiconductor Stocks. Which Is the Better Investment?

Compare how cost, volatility, and portfolio breadth set these two leading tech ETFs apart for investors seeking sector exposure.

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Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Amazon vs. Costco

These large-cap companies have significantly outperformed the market in the past decade.

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GOOGL Stock Rocked in 2025, But Is Google’s 2026 Forecast as Bright?

The bar is quite high for Alphabet as 2026 kicks off, but so is optimism for the tech giant's prospects thanks to its AI achievements.

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History of Costco: Company timeline and facts

Costco is a retailer that sells goods at wholesale prices. It pioneered the membership warehouse club model 50 years ago. Costco sells a wide variety of goods ranging from produce and other grocery items to clothes, TV sets, and even luxury items such as gold bars and Rolex watches that can sell ...

4 days ago

Grant Cardone Compares Bitcoin To Printing Press, Telephone, Internet, Says It Advances Money

Real estate guru Grant Cardone has framed Bitcoin as a generation-defining innovation. Cardone in a Sunday X post compared Bitcoin to the printing press, automobiles, telephone and the internet, innovations that shaped generations and moved civilization forward. He said these...

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Here’s Why Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Holds the Keys to AI’s Explosive Growth

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution has expanded rapidly since 2023, powering applications from chatbots to autonomous systems and driving trillions in market value. Tech giants have invested heavily in data centers and specialized hardware to meet surging demand for training and inference tasks. However, constraints are emerging that cap this growth rate. Supply chain bottlenecks, ... Here’s Why Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Holds the Keys to AI’s Explosive Growth

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Stock Funds Rose 14.6% in 2025

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Gavin Newsom Says Trump Making Gaming More Expensive Amid Chip Price Surge

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Nvidia's $65 Billion Forecast Sends a Clear Message About the AI Boom

The semiconductor giant sees wider AI adoption as a necessity.

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The Vanguard ETF That Warren Buffett's Comments Point to as a Top Pick Today

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Down 45%, Should You Buy the Dip on IonQ?

IonQ's stock was on a roller-coaster ride in 2025.

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Elon Musk promised a ‘major rebound’ for Tesla in 2025. Instead it fell behind its biggest rival from China

It's a stunning reversal for a company whose rise once seemed unstoppable as it overtook traditional carmakers and helped make Musk the world's richest.

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Tesla sales fall in France, Sweden, surge in Norway, Reuters reports

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Apple's (NASDAQ:AAPL) investors will be pleased with their solid 112% return over the last three years

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Samsara (IOT): Durable AI-Driven Growth With Room to Run

Samsara Inc. (NYSE:IOT) is one of the Best AI Stocks to Buy under $50. On December 22, Evercore highlighted Microsoft, Salesforce, and Oracle as its top enterprise software picks for 2026. Besides these names, Samsara Inc. was highlighted as a favored idea, alongside Intuit and Snowflake. According to the analysts, these names pair secular AI […]

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Bill Ackman's 'Best Idea' For 2026: Freedom For Fannie and Freddie

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman reiterated his long-standing bet on Fannie Mae (OTCQB:FNMA) and Freddie Mac (OTCQB:FMCC), naming the release of the mortgage giants as his “Best Idea for 2026.” In a post on X Tuesday, Ackman highlighted his detailed post from exactly one year ago in which he outlined a path to end the 18-year federal conservatorship that has governed the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) since the 2008 financial crisis. This was a good one. It remains our best idea for 202

4 days ago

Tesla Fails to Step Over Wall Street’s Already Low Bar

Analysts anticipated weak fourth-quarter vehicle deliveries from Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), with estimates indicating a 15% decline as consumer demand dried up due to the expiration of federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credits. Having pulled sales forward into the company’s third quarter, which saw record deliveries, even CEO Elon Musk admitted Tesla was facing a few difficult ... Tesla Fails to Step Over Wall Street’s Already Low Bar

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2026 will be the year of the robotaxi

Robotaxi companies are scrambling to claim turf, even as the revenue model, regulatory environment, and consumer appetite remain uncertain.

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Jim Grant once said Warren Buffett was trying to warn Americans about US stocks, and he's leaning into this asset class

Is the writing on the wall?

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Manus-Meta deal may draw Beijing scrutiny over tech exports controls, experts say

The more than US$2 billion acquisition of agentic AI start-up Manus by US social media giant Meta Platforms could face scrutiny from Beijing over technology export controls, experts warn. The sale of Manus, a Singapore-based but Chinese-founded AI agent developer, could raise compliance questions around Beijing's technology export regime, and expectations that the company can fully decouple from China may be "oversimplified", said Cui Fan, a professor at the University of International Business

4 days ago

Palantir Billionaire Peter Thiel Sells Nvidia and Tesla, and Buys an AI Stock Up 483,000% Since Its IPO

Billionaire Peter Thiel, co-founder of Palantir Technologies, started a position in Microsoft in the third quarter.

4 days ago

Dow Jones Futures: Nvidia, AMD, Taiwan Semi Due After Tesla, Palantir, AppLovin Trigger Sell Signals

The stock market fell last week, with Nasdaq just below a critical level. Tesla, Palantir, AppLovin triggered sell signals. Nvidia and AMD are CES headliners.

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Dave Ramsey Says Belief That Becoming Wealthy Is 'Blind Luck' Is 'Moronic' And 'Demotivating' – Thinks It 'Rolls Socialism In With A Red Carpet'

Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey says believing that success comes from luck instead of hard work and talent is wrong and downplays the importance of human agency and effort. Discussing the belief that wealth and success come from luck or factors such as birthplace and social circle on "The Ramsey Show," he said it is "ridiculous" to dismiss the role of personal effort and human agency in achieving success. He said that although many people believe luck, including social connections and famil

4 days ago

Tesla feels pressure from BYD in EV sales race

BYD said its sales of battery‑powered cars surged almost 28% in 2025 to more than 2.25 million, firmly outpacing Tesla’s projected 1.6–1.65 million deliveries for the year. CNBC reported that BYD disclosed 2.26 million battery‑electric sales, while analyst estimates compiled by the network ...

4 days ago

Boeing Stock Is a Long-Term Winner, Says Analyst. Plus, Nvidia, Aflac, and More.

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Did Elon Musk Just Confirm He Is Funding The GOP For Midterms? 'America Is Toast If The...'

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk responded to reports about him funding the GOP for midterms and has expressed his concerns about the future of the U.S. if the “radical left” comes to power. Musk Warns of Chaos Under ‘Radical Left‘ Late Thursday, Musk, in a post on his social media platform X, warned that the U.S. would be in dire straits if the Democrats take control. He predicted that this would lead to an influx of illegal immigration and fraud, which would fundamentally change the country.

4 days ago

December jobs report, earnings, CES 2026: What to Watch

Market Domination Overtime host Jared Blikre previews several of the biggest stories to come next week, including the release of the December jobs report next Friday; earnings results from companies like Constellation Brands (STZ), Albertsons (ACI), Applied Digital (APLD), and Tilray Brands (TLRY); and the start of the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on Monday with keynotes from Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) CEO Lisa Su. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

4 days ago

Major US stock indexes close mostly up on first trading day of 2026

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4 days ago

Tesla Deliveries Plummet: What You Need to Know

The electric-car maker kicked off 2026 with a disappointing update on vehicle deliveries. But is demand about to pick back up?

4 days ago

Short interest in Trump Media climbs after recent rally, S3 Partners says

Short interest in U.S. President Donald Trump's social media company has jumped following a recent merger announcement, suggesting some traders ‌expect the stock to give back more of its recent gains, ‌according to financial data firm S3 Partners. Shares of money-losing Trump Media & Technology Group are up over 30% since December 18, when it announced a $6 billion merger with ⁠Google-backed TAE Technologies. Since ‍the merger announcement, short interest in Trump Media shares has climbed 31% to nearly 16 million shares, around the highest level since October, S3 Partners said in a ‌report on Friday.

5 days ago

Nvidia, AMD in focus ahead of key event

As January gets underway, AI stocks are in for a kicker at the CES event. Nvidia (NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) are in the spotlight, with both expected to use the event as a stepping stone to shape the next phase of the AI race. Having covered multiple tech cycles over the past several ...

5 days ago

Trump Blocks Chip Deal Over China Security Concerns

President Trump is blocking a semiconductor deal that the White House claims could have threatened national security, the administration’s latest bid to restrict Chinese access to critical technologies. A nearly $3 million agreement for Delaware-based HieFo Corp. to purchase chip assets from a company called Emcore posed security risks because HieFo was set up and is controlled by a Chinese citizen, according to an order the White House released Friday.

5 days ago

Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Falls Amid Market Uptick: What Investors Need to Know

Microsoft (MSFT) reached $472.93 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -2.21% change compared to its last close.

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Amazon (AMZN) Stock Falls Amid Market Uptick: What Investors Need to Know

In the most recent trading session, Amazon (AMZN) closed at $226.5, indicating a -1.87% shift from the previous trading day.

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Tesla (TSLA) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: What You Should Know

In the closing of the recent trading day, Tesla (TSLA) stood at $438.07, denoting a -2.59% move from the preceding trading day.

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Nvidia (NVDA) Laps the Stock Market: Here's Why

Nvidia (NVDA) reached $188.85 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +1.26% change compared to its last close.

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Why This Analyst Prefers Microsoft Over Google In The AI Race— 'You Don't Have The Downside Risk Of...'

In a recent interview with Schwab Network, analysts discussed the potential impact of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) Azure on Alphabet Inc.’s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google AI business and why they think the Sundar Pichai-led company could be at risk. Google’s Search Business At Risk? On Wednesday, John Freeman, Co-Founder and Senior Analyst at Ravenswood Partners, highlighted the potential impact of Microsoft’s Azure on Google’s AI business, particularly in the context of the upcoming ChatGPT 6 and

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How AI-driven pricing inflates consumer costs: Consumer Reports

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Shaquille O’Neal Is Making More Money Than He Did While In The NBA Through His Fast-Casual Chicken Chain And More

Shaquille O’Neal is making more money with his fast-food chicken chain than he did while in the NBA.

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Forget 2025: These 3 Growth Stocks Could Soar in 2026

These three fundamentally sound growth stocks are great buys even with the stock market hovering around all-time highs.

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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup

Find insight on Telus, European AI-related stocks and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.

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Energy Stocks, Utilities Take Lead on First Trading Day of 2026, While Tech Lags

Tech stocks such as Palantir Technologies AppLovin and Microsoft weighed on major indexes Friday, the first day of trading in the new year, while shares of energy, materials and utilities marched higher. While this week’s trading action was relatively light, and interrupted by the New Year’s Day holiday, investors nevertheless continued to rotate out of many stocks that powered 2025’s gains. Traders have passed on some of the biggest names in artificial intelligence, in favor of more defensive or diversified picks in a wider array of industries.

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4 Under-the-Radar AI Stocks to Buy for 2026

For investors bearish on artificial intelligence, watching the market action in 2025 had to feel like watching a zombie apocalypse movie. There were so many moments this year when it seemed the AI bull market was cooked, only to rise again like the undead and move forward with its insatiable thirst for more capital. With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both closing in on another 20% annual gain, you might think every rock in the AI landscape has been turned over, and there are no diamonds left to min

5 days ago

How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 1/2/2026

The Dow rose 319 points, or 0.7%, but the Nasdaq was roughly flat, weighed down by losses for Microsoft and Tesla. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 319.10 points, or 0.7%, to 48,382.39. The Nasdaq composite fell 6.36 points, or less than 0.1%, to 23,235.63.

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Google, IBD Stock Of The Day, Eyes Big Catalysts In 2026

Google stock gained 65% in 2025. This year, cloud computing growth and Waymo’s expansion loom as possible catalysts.

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Apple Stock Initiated At Neutral. Here's Why.

Investment bank Raymond James on Friday resumed coverage of Apple stock with a market perform, or neutral, rating.

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Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500 edge higher to kick off 2026, semiconductor stocks rally

Wall Street is kicking off trading in 2026 after its third consecutive year of double-digit percentage gains.

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Meta Platforms vs. Pinterest: Which Social Media Stock Will Outperform in 2026?

Social media stocks look set to rebound in 2026.

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Beyond the Santa Claus Rally—5 Quality Stocks to Buy in 2026

There may not be a Santa Claus rally, but 2026 still looks bullish; here are five high-quality stocks that could benefit from earnings growth and lower rates

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Apple CEO Tim Cook Just Doubled Down on This Iconic Value Stock in His Personal Portfolio With a Fresh $3 Million Investment

The company has similar characteristics to Apple, and Cook likes what he's seen from the new CEO.

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5 Cheap Tech Stocks to Buy Right Now

Despite the sector's outperformance, there are still bargains to be found in the tech space.

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OpenAI Is Taking On Apple’s App Store. It’s Got a Long Way to Go.

Sam Altman wants OpenAI to have an app store to rival Apple’s. Early tests suggest he’s got a long way to go. If ChatGPT’s more than 800 million users want to buy groceries from Instacart, create a playlist with Spotify or find a hike on AllTrails, now they can do so inside the chatbot instead of opening an iPhone app. In theory that threatens Apple’s impregnable walled garden.

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What Wall Street Thinks Amazon Will Be Worth 1 Year From Now. 1 Reason They Might Be Right

Two recently raised analyst price targets for Amazon may be right on the money.

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Apple Quietly Pulls Back on Vision Pro

Weak demand forces strategy reset

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Apple Leans Deeper Into Fitness in 2026

New Fitness+ plans target long-term habits

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Apple Rally Leaves Analyst on Sidelines

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Why Alibaba (BABA) Stock Is Climbing Today

China's AI Push Sends Alibaba Stock Higher, Baidu Spinoff Adds Momentum

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Rivian Falls Short on 2025 Deliveries as EV Demand Cools

Investors shift focus to upcoming R2 SUV after premium models see weaker sales.

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Top Research Reports for Amazon.com, Palantir & TotalEnergies

Amazon.com, Palantir and TotalEnergies headline Zacks' top research picks, highlighting AI momentum, energy cash flow strength and competitive risks.

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Nike CEO, Directors Signal Confidence in Company Turnaround to the Tune of $4.45 Million

Nike CEO Elliott Hill and directors Tim Cook and Robert Swan together spent nearly $4.45 million last month to buy shares of the firm's common stock.

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Bitcoin price rises, Apple coverage resumed by Raymond James

Yahoo Finance Markets and Data Editor Jared Blikre tracks Friday's top moving stocks and biggest market stories in this Market Minute. Bitcoin (BTC-USD) is on the rise to start off 2026. Raymond James resumed coverage on Apple (AAPL) with a Market Perform rating. Stay up to date on the latest market action, minute-by-minute, with Yahoo Finance's Market Minute.

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Chip Stocks Are Rallying, but Software Is Getting Crushed

The Nasdaq Composite was getting messy to start the new year. “Software is getting hit especially hard, with massive weakness across mid-caps,” writes Mizuho’s Daniel O’Regan. The top stocks in the S&P 500 were SanDisk, Micron Technology, Intel, Super Micro Computer, and Western Digital.

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A Butterfly Spread Might Be Best Option For This Tech Giant

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EV maker BYD dethrones Tesla in 2025, silver & aluminum rally

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Grok Sexual Images Draw Rebuke, France Flags Content as Illegal

Grok created and published images of minors in minimal clothing, in apparent violation of its own acceptable use policy, which prohibits the sexualization of children. The French government accused Grok on Friday of generating “clearly illegal” sexual content on X without people’s consent, flagging the matter as potentially violating the European Union’s Digital Services Act.

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This Stock Is One of Warren Buffett’s ‘Crown Jewels.’ Should You Buy It for 2026?

Apple is a tech stock that trades at a premium valuation in January 2026. Should you buy this top Warren Buffett stock right now?

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AI trade in 2026: Should investors be looking outside the Mag 7?

The Magnificent Seven companies were the talk of Wall Street in 2025 as investors speculated how much further these tech stocks could run in the AI trade. Are there any companies outside the Mag 7 that investors should consider in 2026? Roundhill Investments Chief Executive Officer Dave Mazza shares his outlook for the AI trade in 2026 on the first trading day of the new year. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

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Billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller Just Went All in on AI, Buying Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Alphabet. Could AI Stocks Still Deliver Big Returns in 2026?

Druckenmiller has proven his expertise over the long term.

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Microsoft (MSFT) Named Top Large-Cap Software Pick by Morgan Stanley

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) ranks among the best AI stocks to buy according to analysts. On December 17, Morgan Stanley retained Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) as its top pick in large-cap software, citing sustained demand across its divisions and strong prospects for operating margin growth. Analyst Keith Weiss maintained a Buy rating and a $650 price target […]

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Big IPOs Could Be Coming in 2026. SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI Are on the List.

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CES 2026: What to expect from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's keynote

It's the first trading day of 2026, and Wall Street already has its eye on what could be the next big market catalyst (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) and next step for the AI trade. The 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) will kick off in Las Vegas on Monday, January 5, with a keynote speech from Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang. Yahoo Finance tech editor Dan Howley discusses what to expect from this year's CES event and what new tech Jensen Huang could unveil in his speech. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

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Tesla Q4 deliveries fall short of expectations

Tesla (TSLA) delivered 418,227 vehicles in the fourth quarter. That was fewer than the 440,907 that Wall Street was expecting. Roundhill Investments CEO Dave Mazza and Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Ines Ferré discuss the release. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

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CES 2026: What to expect from the tech industry’s biggest show of the year

CES 2026 kicks off in Las Vegas on Jan. 6. Here's what to expect from the tech industry's biggest event.

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Entire market has a 'bubble nature' right now: Strategist

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The biggest retail challenges anticipated in 2026

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Hybrid AI will drive 'whole new wave' of opportunity in 2026

TECHnalysis Research, LLC President Bob O'Donnell sits down with Yahoo Finance markets and data editor Jared Blikre on Market Catalysts to discuss one of the biggest tech trends from the AI trade in 2025 — hybrid AI — and the opportunities that it will continue to present in 2026. Also catch Bob O'Donnell's predictions for agentic AI in 2026 — as it relates to cybersecurity usage — and who he anticipates to be Nvidia's (NVDA) biggest competitors next year. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

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Elon Musk Teases Tesla Cybercab Scale-Up As Robotaxi Push Accelerates

Amid a Robotaxi push currently taking the tech and automotive industries by storm, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk has shared that the EV giant's anticipated Cybercab will scale up production next year. Production Ramp In 2026 On Tuesday, influencer Sawyer Merritt shared a post on the social media platform X with images of Tesla's Cybercab being produced at one of the company's facilities from a new video released by the automaker detailing the major milestones it reached this year. Tesla

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3 Brilliant Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for the Long Term

Growth stocks continue to help power the market's gains.

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Rare Wall Street unanimous 2026 call means Nvidia is pressure point

Analysts on Wall Street almost never agree on anything. That's why one thing that stands out in late-2025 strategist outlooks is important as we move into 2026: Not one strategist predicts a poor year for the S&P 500 in a large survey of major broker estimates compiled by Bloomberg. That ...

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Worried About an AI Bubble? Buy This Tech Stock in 2026.

If you're skeptical about AI but still believe in the "Magnificent Seven," Apple could be a good stock to buy.

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Michael Burry Says Tesla Is 'Ridiculously Overvalued' After Earlier Warning About The Elon 'Cult'

Investor Michael Burry is raising concerns regarding Tesla Inc.’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) valuations, especially considering its decelerating sales momentum. Tesla Is ‘Ridiculously’ Overvalued On Tuesday, in a post on X, Burry said, “Tesla is ridiculously overvalued,” after the company shared consensus estimates of its fourth-quarter vehicle sales on Monday, with projected figures coming in below investor expectations. The company compiled estimates from across several prominent sell-side analysts, arrivi

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Where Will Target Stock Go Next?

An activist investor could spark new growth for the major retailer.

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Elon Musk Says His 'Wealth' Is Tied To Tesla, SpaceX Shares, Criticizes 'Taker' Bernie Sanders

Billionaire Elon Musk has hit back at Sen. Bernie Sanders' (I-VT) criticism of his wealth, sharing that his assets primarily comprise Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and SpaceX shares. Elon Musk Calls Bernie Sanders A ‘Taker' Musk took to the social media platform X on Tuesday, sharing that most of his assets are in the form of shares in his two major companies, which only increase in value based on "how much useful product those companies produce and service," he said. Musk added that his "wealth" can

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Samsung Electronics says customers praised competitiveness of HBM4 chip

Samsung Electronics customers have praised the differentiated competitiveness of its next-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, or HBM4, saying "Samsung is back", co-CEO and chip chief Jun Young-hyun said in a New Year address. Shares of ‌Samsung Electronics and its rival SK Hynix were up 4.5% and 3.1%, outpacing the benchmark KOSPI's rise of 1.4% ‌as of 0320 GMT. In October, Samsung said it was in "close discussion" to supply its HBM4 to U.S. artificial intelligence leader Nvidia, as the South Korean chipmaker scrambles to catch rivals including compatriot SK Hynix in AI chips.

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How Will Jeff Bezos Use the 'Space Capsule' Spotted On His $165M Property

Billionaire Jeff Bezos is taking the idea of bringing work home to a new level. The Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) founder has completed the five-year renovation of his Beverly Hills, California, estate, and the centerpiece isn't the three pickleball courts or...

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5 Top Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy in 2026

These stocks could soar in 2026 and have excellent long-term opportunities.

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Bill Gates, Marjorie Taylor Greene Bet On The Same 5 Stocks: Some Might Surprise You

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) is one of the most followed members of Congress when it comes to tracking stock trading activity, thanks to years of strong returns. Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) co-founder Bill Gates is one of the richest people in the world and also owns a portfolio of stocks in the Gates Foundation Trust. Here’s a look at five stocks that appear in both Greene's investment portfolio and the Gates Foundation Trust. The 5 Shared Stocks The Benzinga Government Trades page for

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Trust Wallet Goes Dark on Chrome – $7M Hack Victims Left Waiting for Claims Tool

Trust Wallet users affected by a recent browser extension hack are facing fresh delays after the wallet provider confirmed that its Chrome extension has been temporarily removed from the Chrome Web Store. This resulted in slowing the rollout of a key claims verification tool tied to the incident.Trust Wallet chief ...

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Manus deal should be incremental positive for Meta, says BMO Capital

BMO Capital reiterated a Market Perform rating and $710 price target on Meta Platforms (META) following the announcement that Meta would acquire AI agent startup Manus for roughly $2B. The firm noted that Manus scaled from $0 to $100M in ARR in eight months, underscoring the AI company’s ability to successfully monetize AI. The deal should be an incremental positive for Meta’s roughly $121B 2026 AI spend, which has lacked the clear/immediate return on investment hyperscalers are realizing from t

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'Can That Be Sustainable?' Says DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis As Startups With No Revenues Raise Tens Of Billions

Money is pouring into artificial intelligence startups even when little more than a pitch deck exists. The surge is raising questions about how companies without revenue are reaching multibillion-dollar valuations, including from Google DeepMind co-founder and CEO Demis Hassabis. "They're raising at tens of billions of dollars in valuations just out of the gate," Hassabis said on a recent episode of "Google DeepMind: The Podcast," pointing to AI startups with limited traction as evidence that so

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AI trade will fracture into winners & losers: Top stock picks

Artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to be a key pillar of market gains in 2026, Sevens Report research founder Tom Essaye tells Market Domination host Josh Lipton. Essaye says the AI trade could become more fractured, highlighting which AI stocks he expects to be winners and losers. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.

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U.S. Virgin Islands AG sues Meta over alleged ads for scams, dangers to children

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'Two Old Dogs Trying To Learn New Tricks' — Dave Ramsey Steps In As $40,000–$50,000 Tax Bill And A 130-Year-Old Farm Trigger A Major Marriage Fight

A 130-year-old family farm and a looming $40,000–$50,000 tax bill pushed a routine housing decision into a serious marriage fight. Nearly two years into his marriage, Dan called "The Ramsey Show" amid rising tensions over housing and finances. At the center of the disagreement is whether to sell a 130-year-old family farm now and pay an estimated $40,000–$50,000 in capital gains taxes, or keep the land for several more years while purchasing a home another way. After hearing the details, persona

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NVDA, NKE, and CM: Bet on These 3 Stocks With Surging Unusual Options Activity for 2026 Gains

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Tariffs Pushed CPER Up 39%, Doubling S&P 500 Returns

While investors chased artificial intelligence stocks and cryptocurrency throughout 2025, a commodity fund quietly delivered returns that rivaled the market’s biggest winners. The United States Commodity Index Funds Trust (NYSE:CPER) surged 39% last year, matching NVDA’s performance and more than doubling the S&P 500’s 16% gain. CPER tracks copper futures contracts, providing exposure to the ... Tariffs Pushed CPER Up 39%, Doubling S&P 500 Returns

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'Paint Or Get Off The Ladder,' Dave Ramsey Advises Caller As 8-Year Relationship And $60,000 Debt Bring 'Nightmares'

David, a caller from Boise, Idaho, turned to "The Ramsey Show" over growing money tensions in his eight-year relationship. He told hosts personal finance expert Dave Ramsey and Ken Coleman that he and his girlfriend have accumulated about $60,000 in debt and earn roughly $10,000 a month combined. David described himself as focused on budgeting and debt reduction, while his girlfriend, also 38, is more spontaneous with money. He wants to aggressively pay down the debt, but she prefers that he beg

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A $500 Investment in Amazon’s IPO Would Be Worth This Today

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Berkshire Is Selling Apple Stock and Buying This Other Magnificent Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Instead

Berkshire Hathaway has been selling Apple stock throughout the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution.

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This Artificial Intelligence Stock Could Be the Biggest Bargain Buy of 2026

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These 3 Stocks Make Up 50% of Warren Buffett’s Portfolio

As you may be aware, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-B) is in a state of transition. Warren Buffett is retiring from his role as CEO, which will be taken over by Greg Abel. Thus, a legendary career is coming to a close. Still, you don’t need to dump your Berkshire Hathaway shares just because Buffett is retiring. Berkshire’s ... These 3 Stocks Make Up 50% of Warren Buffett’s Portfolio

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UBS’ Tesla (TSLA) Coverage is “Sad,” Says Jim Cramer

We recently published 9 Stocks Jim Cramer Talked About. Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer talked about recently. Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) came under the attention of investment bank UBS earlier this month after the bank reiterated a Sell rating on the shares and kept a $247 share price target. As part […]

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NVIDIA (NVDA)’s List of Clients Is “Insanely Long,” Says Jim Cramer

We recently published 9 Stocks Jim Cramer Talked About. NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer talked about recently. AI giant NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA)’s shares are up by a modest 35% year-to-date and have lost 7% since November start. The stock has struggled as markets worried about an AI bubble and a […]

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I’m Happy to Buy Meta Platforms (META), Says Jim Cramer

We recently published 9 Stocks Jim Cramer Talked About. Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer talked about recently. Social media giant Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META)’s shares have gained a modest 11% year-to-date. The shares dipped by 11% in October following the firm’s fiscal third-quarter earnings report. In December, Piper Sandler reiterated […]

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Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) Stock Price Prediction for 2026: Where Will It Be in 1 Year (Jan 1)

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Mark Cuban Warns 4 Key Industries Could Crumble in the Next Recession

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World's richest people: How AI is shaking up the rankings

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3 High-Conviction AI Stocks With 10x Potential by 2036

Investors are becoming increasingly aware of these companies' AI abilities.

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China's BYD logs record EV sales in 2025

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Here's Why Tesla Will Win the EV Market

Elon Musk views robotaxis and autonomous driving as the future of the electric vehicle industry, but Tesla's automaker rivals have a different perspective.

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Tesla Sales Outlook Darkens Despite Musk’s Self-Driving Euphoria

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How Meta’s Reels Became a $50 Billion Business

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Berkshire Hathaway’s $382 Billion Cash Pile Sparks Crypto Speculation as Buffett Retires

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Could Spotify Be a Multimillionaire-Maker Stock?

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Apple cuts Vision Pro production and marketing after weak sales

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3 Russell 2000 Stocks We Approach with Caution

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