Microsoft's stock faced its steepest single-day drop in months, closing down 10% despite posting strong quarterly earnings. The sell-off was driven by investor concerns over surging capital expenditures and the company's significant financial ties to OpenAI.
As Western Digital prepares to report its fiscal Q2 2026 results and host a key Innovation Day, investors are watching to see if the company's product roadmap and market commentary can justify its soaring stock price and meet burgeoning AI-driven storage demand.
Space infrastructure firm Redwire has been awarded a position on a critical U.S. Missile Defense Agency contract vehicle, even as its largest private equity backer significantly reduces its holding. The dual developments underscore the company's strategic positioning at the intersection of space and defense, while raising questions about its evolving investor base.
As the third-quarter earnings season concludes, a divergence emerges: while many online marketplaces surpassed revenue expectations, their stock prices have broadly declined. Instacart stands out with steady growth, yet the sector grapples with investor concerns over future guidance and profitability.
Ethereum's price decline accelerates following a confirmed technical breakdown and notable selling by founder Vitalik Buterin. On-chain data reveals a synchronized pullback by large holders and long-term investors, raising the stakes for a critical support test near $1,800.
Prudential Financial's solid 2025 results were overshadowed by a misconduct scandal in its Japan unit, prompting a voluntary 90-day sales halt and a projected $300-$350 million earnings impact for 2026. CEO Andy Sullivan vowed to restore trust as the insurer navigates regulatory scrutiny and revamps its sales practices.
MACOM Technology Solutions has promoted two executives to senior vice president roles, sharpening its focus on gallium nitride (GaN) technology and investor relations. The moves come as the semiconductor firm's stock, riding a multi-year rally, faces questions about its rich valuation in a competitive market.
While broader market sentiment remains cautious, a closer look reveals potential in select small-cap opportunities. We examine three ASX-listed penny stocks—Argenica Therapeutics, SenSen Networks, and Vita Life Sciences—that are navigating unique paths in biotech, AI, and healthcare, offering distinct risk-reward profiles for discerning investors.
Ciena (CIEN) is drawing renewed investor scrutiny following significant contract wins with Telekom Srbija and Trans Pacific Networks, coupled with anticipated showcases at the upcoming Mobile World Congress. This comes as the stock rides a wave of strong momentum, raising critical questions about whether its current price fully reflects future growth prospects in the high-capacity networking arena.
As the TSX rides a wave of positive earnings momentum, investors are sifting through smaller-cap names for growth potential. We examine three companies—spanning crypto, energy, and digital assets—that are catching the eye of analysts, despite the inherent risks of the 'penny stock' category.
A sharp selloff in technology shares moderated by Wednesday's close, though the sector remained under pressure as concerns over AI's disruptive potential mounted. Capital rotated decisively toward value-oriented and small-cap stocks, highlighting a significant shift in market sentiment.
Elon Musk's merger of SpaceX and xAI creates a new titan, but leaves Tesla investors questioning the automaker's place in his shifting priorities amid declining sales and a radical strategic pivot.
Adobe and Cognizant have significantly expanded their partnership to deliver industry-specific generative AI solutions for enterprise content and customer experience workflows. The move aims to capitalize on soaring demand for scalable, compliant content production, as Adobe seeks to reassure investors after a prolonged period of weak stock performance.
Shares of packaging giant Silgan Holdings jumped more than 7% after the company's fourth-quarter earnings and revenue topped Wall Street forecasts, providing a welcome boost following a period of investor caution over its financial guidance.
A coalition of major investors has filed resolutions challenging BP's pivot back toward oil and gas, demanding greater transparency on capital allocation and how the strategy aligns with earlier climate pledges ahead of the annual meeting.
Precious metals markets have been rocked by unprecedented volatility, with gold and silver posting both historic drops and sharp recoveries within days. While long-term believers see a buying opportunity, the rollercoaster has left traders and advisors grappling with strategy.
Despite posting quarterly results that exceeded analyst expectations, shares of Boston Scientific and AbbVie fell sharply as investors scrutinized underperformance in key business units and expressed caution over forward-looking statements.
Black Hills Corporation (NYSE: BKH) finds itself firmly in the hands of institutional investors, with a commanding 87% ownership stake. This heavy institutional presence offers both a vote of confidence and a unique set of risks for the utility stock, as major players like BlackRock and Vanguard shape its trajectory.
U.S. equities presented a mixed picture on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average advancing while the Nasdaq 100 fell sharply. The divergence highlighted a notable sector rotation out of high-flying technology stocks, driven by uneven corporate earnings and new pressures from AI-driven automation tools.
Dutch Bros (NYSE:BROS) is accelerating its national footprint with new drive-thrus in Illinois and South Carolina, coupled with a charitable giving day. This growth narrative unfolds as the coffee chain's stock faces recent pressure, presenting a complex picture for market watchers.
