Elon Musk consolidates his space and AI ventures, creating a private sector titan valued at $1.25 trillion with an ambitious plan to address AI's energy demands by moving data centers into orbit.
Teradyne (TER) shares surged over 10% after the semiconductor test equipment leader posted Q4 revenue and profit that smashed analyst estimates, fueled by surging demand from AI chipmakers. The company's bullish guidance signals confidence in a sustained industry upcycle.
Universal Health Services (UHS) is drawing renewed investor interest following better-than-expected quarterly results, driven by robust behavioral health demand and a significant easing of industry-wide staffing pressures. While operational improvements bolster the near-term outlook, debates persist over valuation and the company's ability to sustain gains amid high debt levels.
Cocoa prices edged higher Monday, finding a brief respite from a prolonged slump as delivery slowdowns in top grower Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. However, the rally remains fragile, overshadowed by bulging global stocks, weak demand, and forecasts for a continued supply surplus.
As the Super Bowl approaches, the cost of a 30-second commercial spot has reached an unprecedented $10 million, driven by intense demand and bundled packages with the Olympics. Major brands are betting big with celebrity-studded campaigns, but analysts question the long-term value of such staggering investments.
Giverny Capital hails Arista Networks as its top performer since inception, crediting its pivotal role in AI data center and cloud networking. As demand for AI capacity soars, Arista's strategic position with hyperscale clients fuels both impressive gains and a heated debate on whether its stock price has run too far, too fast.
Oracle's ambitious plan to raise up to $50 billion for AI infrastructure has triggered volatile swings in its share price, reflecting broader investor anxiety over the massive capital demands of the artificial intelligence arms race.
A severe, AI-driven shortage of memory chips is creating a windfall for storage manufacturers, with analysts predicting a multi-year upcycle as data center demand overwhelms supply.
While Broadcom rides a massive wave of AI demand, investor concerns over shrinking profitability have triggered a significant pullback in its shares, presenting a classic growth-versus-margin dilemma.
Despite recent sharp declines triggered by Fed nomination news, JPMorgan analysts reaffirm a bullish $6,300 per ounce gold target for 2026, citing resilient demand from central banks and investors.
Wall Street analysts are reaffirming confidence in HubSpot's long-term strategy, pointing to its successful expansion into larger enterprise clients and the integration of AI agents across its platform. While concerns linger over softening demand from small and mid-sized businesses, the company's focus on multi-hub adoption and upmarket contracts is seen as reshaping its core growth engine.
As global leaders gather in Davos, a coalition of over 400 affluent individuals from 24 nations issues a stark demand: governments must impose higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy to tackle inequality.
CNBC's Jim Cramer spotlighted Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) this week, praising its ambitious full-year 2026 forecast as the cruise line capitalizes on robust post-pandemic demand and operational efficiencies.
CNBC's Jim Cramer concedes he misjudged the explosive demand for Apple's iPhone 17, which powered the tech giant to a staggering earnings beat that caught Wall Street off guard.
CNBC's Jim Cramer suggests investors watch for a pullback in Microsoft shares, praising its leadership but expressing concern that the tech giant's AI investments may not be optimally targeted to meet soaring demand.
Wall Street analysts have issued a revised price target for Lucid Group (LCID), reflecting updated assessments of the electric vehicle maker's execution risks, funding runway, and demand trajectory. The shift underscores the evolving narrative around the company's ability to scale amid intense competition and macroeconomic headwinds.
Swiss banking giant UBS is preparing to offer a limited group of its wealth management clients access to trade Bitcoin and Ether, marking a significant but measured step into digital assets as it responds to client demand and a shifting regulatory landscape.
As BHP Group advances plans to create one of the world's first fully autonomous copper mines at Escondida Norte, it simultaneously contends with Chinese import restrictions on its Jimblebar iron ore and ramps up exploration via its 2026 Xplor program, highlighting the complex balancing act facing the global mining giant.
Cocoa futures gained ground on Monday, reversing recent losses, as data showing reduced deliveries to ports in top-producer Ivory Coast triggered short-covering. The uptick comes despite a backdrop of ample global stocks and persistent demand weakness in key markets.
Silver's explosive surge past $100 has reshaped the commodity landscape. With Citi and prominent strategists forecasting a run toward $150, the metal is now seen as a volatile barometer of macro fears, structural deficits, and relentless industrial demand, establishing a potential new floor above $65.
