Despite OPEC+ maintaining production cuts, crude benchmarks fell sharply on Monday, pulling energy stocks like ConocoPhillips down with them as immediate fears of a supply disruption in the Persian Gulf subsided.
The Walt Disney Company's latest quarterly results surpassed Wall Street's modest expectations, yet its stock failed to rally. While its Experiences division continues to be a profit powerhouse and streaming turns a corner, broader challenges and a shrinking 'beat' margin leave investors watching for a catalyst.
As gold and silver prices swing wildly from record highs to sudden slumps, experts urge caution for individuals looking to cash in. We examine the market forces at play and the crucial considerations before selling your heirlooms or investments.
Precious metals prices steadied on Monday following a sharp Friday plunge that rattled markets, though experts warn the volatility in these traditional safe havens may not be over.
Cotton markets opened the week under renewed pressure, with prices falling for a second consecutive session. The decline comes as export commitments lag significantly behind historical averages and managed money traders increase their bearish bets.
Lean hog futures extended losses into Friday's session, pressured by a dip in the national cash market. Despite the weekly decline, a significant build in managed money net-long positions suggests some traders are betting on a near-term recovery as the calendar turns.
Corn futures extended their recent slide to start the week, pressured by a stronger dollar and ongoing adjustments in trader positioning. Despite robust export commitments, concerns over South American harvest progress and speculative activity are keeping the market on the back foot.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has unveiled an aggressive capital expenditure plan for 2026, signaling robust confidence in sustained demand driven by artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, which has spurred a significant rally in its shares and upward revisions from analysts.
While passive index funds track the broader market, selective stock picks can deliver outsized returns. Baidu's (NASDAQ: BIDU) shares have soared 75% in the past year, dramatically outpacing the market. This rally comes despite a significant drop in earnings, shifting investor focus towards the company's long-term strategic bets in artificial intelligence and autonomous driving.
Investment firm Giverny Capital highlights insurance distributor TWFG as a key holding in its latest letter, revealing a challenging year where its value-focused strategy lagged the AI-fueled market rally.
After a prolonged correction, Brent crude oil is showing signs of a potential trend reversal, with a forming double bottom pattern pointing toward a technical target near $95 per barrel. The shift comes amid a tightening physical market and simmering geopolitical risks.
While AI continues to fuel a historic market rally, a closer look reveals troubling signs of overheating, from staggering capital expenditures to questionable monetization and complex financial engineering.
As markets face significant pressure, certain portfolios tied to strategic commodities, resilient tech, and innovative crypto infrastructure are showing notable resilience. Analysts point to long-term thematic bets that are weathering the current storm.
Gold and silver prices plunged to multi-year lows as markets reacted to former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh's nomination, signaling a potential shift toward a more hawkish central bank policy and stronger dollar.
Nominee Kevin Warsh's desire to aggressively shrink the Federal Reserve's multi-trillion dollar holdings collides with a financial system now structurally dependent on ample liquidity, making rapid contraction a high-risk endeavor, analysts say.
WSFS Financial Corporation concluded its fiscal year with a powerful fourth quarter, fueled by strength in commercial lending and wealth management. As shares rally post-earnings, analysts are scrutinizing whether the bank can maintain its momentum amid evolving economic conditions.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group's shares have surged nearly 50% in the past year, capping a remarkable five-year run. As the stock trades near ¥2,751, investors are divided: does the valuation still offer a margin of safety, or has the rally run its course? We delve into the metrics and market sentiment.
Shares of electrical connection specialist nVent Electric have surged nearly 80% in the past year, prompting investors to question whether the rally has outpaced the company's fundamental value. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests caution may be warranted.
Exelixis shares have delivered impressive multi-year returns, but recent price weakness has investors questioning if the rally has run its course. A deep dive into valuation models suggests the stock may still be significantly undervalued, presenting a potential opportunity amidst market uncertainty.
As the FTSE 100 hits record highs, a broader rally in UK mid and small-cap indices is prompting a strategic rethink. Analysts debate whether these long-neglected shares, now showing historic undervaluation, are poised for a major comeback.
