Barrick Gold Corporation sees a wave of analyst optimism as UBS, JPMorgan, and Scotiabank raise price targets, citing strong central bank demand, geopolitical uncertainty, and the stock's discounted valuation.
Apple shares surged, sharply outperforming the broader tech market and pushing its market value past $4 trillion. The rally highlights a growing investor view of the iPhone maker as a relative safe haven, insulated from the immediate disruption fears currently hammering software and cloud-focused giants.
As the NYSE and Nasdaq see a surge in 52-week extremes, we analyze four standout companies—two hitting new highs and two touching new lows—that offer compelling opportunities for patient investors looking toward 2026 and beyond.
Both Hyundai and Kia posted their best-ever January U.S. sales in 2026, but Kia's stronger growth and strategic model mix have given it an early lead over its corporate sibling, reversing the previous year's trend.
A newly revealed 1964 letter from Jacqueline Kennedy shows her profound reservations about naming the national cultural center after her late husband, fearing it would invite political controversy. Her detailed stipulations for its governance stand in stark contrast to recent developments under the Trump administration.
Months after a pregnant woman and her husband vanished in Nebraska, authorities have charged the husband's half-brother and his wife with murder and accessory, alleging a confession and a burned-out vehicle marked a grim trail.
Republican Senator Roger Wicker has formally objected to the Trump administration's plan to establish a large-scale ICE detention facility in Byhalia, Mississippi, warning it lacks local support and could stifle economic development.
Despite cooling national growth and pockets of weakness spreading across the Sunbelt, home prices increased in three-quarters of U.S. metro areas last quarter, as falling mortgage rates offered some relief to buyers.
Following CSX Corporation's Q4 earnings, major Wall Street firms have recalibrated their price targets. While near-term challenges are acknowledged, the long-term outlook for the railroad giant hinges on margin recovery and a demand rebound.
UBS lowered its price target on Comcast (CMCSA) to $32, citing the company's ongoing transition in its broadband go-to-market approach. While some analysts see near-term pressure, others highlight the media giant's resilient cash flow and diversified segments.
Sonos stock rallied nearly 5% following a quarterly earnings beat, driven by aggressive cost management. However, a sharp 26% reduction in R&D spending raises questions about the audio company's competitive future amidst a profitable but potentially innovation-starved present.
Analysts at Susquehanna have raised their price target for digital banking disruptor Nu Holdings, citing confidence in its asset quality and a pending global expansion strategy that could see its Brazilian success replicated in the U.S. market.
Yum Brands announces significant store closures for its Pizza Hut division amid declining sales and a strategic review that could include a sale of the iconic chain.
Facing declining engagement, Tinder is piloting an AI-driven feature called 'Chemistry' that analyzes user responses and photo libraries to curate matches, aiming to move beyond the endless swipe.
Elon Musk's move to merge SpaceX and xAI signals a pivotal shift for the tech industry, pointing toward a future where the most ambitious energy, computing, and industrial projects leave Earth's surface.
Ford Motor Co. is in preliminary discussions with China's Geely Auto to potentially utilize the American automaker's underused factory capacity in Spain, a move that could help Geely circumvent recent EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles while improving Ford's European cost efficiency.
A heated congressional hearing saw Rep. Maxine Waters revive her ‘reclaiming my time’ mantra, culminating in a sharp demand for the chair to silence Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The exchange underscores the deep political divide over the causes of inflation and housing affordability ahead of the midterms.
While most states have eliminated taxes on Social Security income, a handful continue to impose them, creating a significant financial consideration for retirees. Understanding both state and federal tax rules is crucial for retirement planning.
As Bitcoin extends its longest losing streak since 2018, warnings from prominent investors suggest its decline could trigger a cascade of losses across interconnected markets, testing the resilience of the digital asset ecosystem.
Sugar futures extended their decline, hitting multi-month and multi-year lows, as analysts project sustained global surpluses driven by robust production in Brazil and India.
