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Tesla's Fork in the Road: AI Ambitions Clash with Auto Woes, Splitting Wall Street Between $500 and $350 Targets

Tesla's strategic pivot from electric vehicles to AI and robotics, coupled with declining automotive revenue, has created a stark divide among analysts. Bullish forecasts see shares hitting $500, while bears warn of a drop to $350, leaving investors to weigh Elon Musk's high-stakes vision against core business challenges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

3M's Rocky Road: Analysts Hold Steady Despite Stock Lagging Behind Market Rally

While 3M shares have significantly underperformed the broader market and its industrial peers over the past year, Wall Street maintains a cautiously optimistic stance, betting on the diversified giant's long-term recovery and earnings resilience.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

DoorDash Stock: Wall Street's Bullish Bet Defies Market Underperformance

Despite lagging the S&P 500 over the past year, DoorDash retains overwhelming 'Strong Buy' ratings from analysts who see significant upside potential, even after a volatile post-earnings sell-off.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CrowdStrike's Market Lag Belies Wall Street's Bullish Consensus

Despite underperforming the S&P 500 over the past year, cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike continues to command strong analyst support, with a 'Moderate Buy' consensus and significant projected upside.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Kroger's Stock: Wall Street's Cautious Optimism Amid Market Underperformance

Despite trailing the S&P 500 and retail sector ETFs over the past year, Kroger retains a 'Moderate Buy' consensus from analysts, who see potential upside driven by product expansion and steady earnings—even as mixed quarterly results weigh on near-term sentiment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amgen's Q4 Preview: Wall Street's Mixed Signals on the Biotech Giant

As Amgen prepares to report earnings, analysts are divided on the stock's trajectory. While strategic acquisitions and a solid track record fuel optimism, looming competitive pressures and a key pipeline wait temper expectations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Las Vegas Sands Stock: Analysts See Value Despite Macau Headwinds and Market Underperformance

While Las Vegas Sands shares have struggled to keep pace with the broader market, a majority of Wall Street analysts maintain a constructive outlook, betting on a recovery in Macau and the company's long-term integrated resort model.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

UPS Navigates a Painful Turnaround: Why Wall Street's Outcast Could Be a Contrarian Bet

As United Parcel Service executes a strategic overhaul focused on profitability over volume, its financials reveal a nascent but promising trend, leading some investors to see a potential rebound on the horizon despite recent stock declines.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

STKS Price Target Cut After Q4 Revenue Shortfall, But Analysts See Long-Term Upside

Lake Street Capital maintains a Buy rating on The ONE Group Hospitality (STKS) despite lowering its price target, citing a solid finish in a tough market and a clear growth runway through 2026.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Exodus Movement Maintains Debt-Free Stance as Product Suite Grows, Despite Analyst Target Cut

The cryptocurrency wallet provider Exodus Movement reports disciplined capital management with a debt-free balance sheet and 1.5 million monthly users, even as BTIG trims its price target citing cautious volume outlook.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Minneapolis on Edge: Federal Operation Fuels Fear, Division as Promised Drawdown Remains Elusive

Amid a contentious federal immigration operation, Minneapolis residents report heightened tensions and an increased security presence, contradicting official promises of de-escalation. The arrests of journalists and unresolved fatal shootings have intensified scrutiny and community-led resistance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Wall Street Sounds Alarm on Private Credit Bubble, Putting High-Yield BDCs in the Spotlight

As warnings mount over loosening lending standards in the booming private credit market, investors are scrutinizing ultra-high-yield BDC stocks. While some show signs of stress, selective opportunities may still exist for those who look beyond the headline yield.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

APA Corporation: Wall Street's Cautious Stance Amid Strong Performance

Despite outperforming key benchmarks, APA Corporation faces a wall of analyst skepticism. With shares already trading above the average price target, the energy producer's disciplined strategy collides with muted expectations for near-term gains.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PJT Partners Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Boutique Bank Maintain Its Outperformance Streak?

As PJT Partners prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, the market watches to see if the elite advisory firm can continue its run of topping revenue estimates amidst a turbulent period for financial stocks.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ATI's Q4 Earnings in Focus: Can the Specialty Materials Maker Maintain Momentum?

As ATI prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, investors are weighing steady analyst expectations against a mixed performance history and a buoyant aerospace sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

RenaissanceRe Q4 Earnings Preview: Can the Reinsurer Maintain Momentum Amid Market Uncertainty?

RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. (RNR) is set to release its fourth-quarter financial results after Tuesday's market close. Investors will be watching closely to see if the Bermuda-based reinsurer can sustain its recent outperformance in a volatile sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

China's Export-Focused Factories Show Surprise Resilience as Broader Economy Cools

A private gauge of China's manufacturing activity edged higher in January, defying expectations of a slowdown, as export-oriented firms outperformed. The reading contrasts with weaker official data, highlighting a two-speed industrial sector amid persistent domestic headwinds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Blue Owl Capital Faces Investor Lawsuit as $295 Billion Private Credit Giant Grapples With Liquidity Strain

A federal class-action lawsuit alleges Blue Owl Capital, a major player in the $1.7 trillion private credit market, restricted investor withdrawals amid mounting redemptions, testing Wall Street's promise of 'democratized' alternative investments for Main Street.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Nvidia's 2026 Outlook: Can the AI Titan Reclaim Its High-Flying Growth Trajectory?

After a relatively subdued 2025, Wall Street's projections for Nvidia's revenue growth remain robust. Analysts are debating whether the chipmaker's current valuation sets the stage for a significant rebound or a period of consolidation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

FTAI Aviation Soars: Can the High-Flying Stock Maintain Altitude After 167% Rally?

FTAI Aviation Ltd. has captivated investors with a staggering 167% surge, driven by explosive revenue growth and a unique hybrid model. But with a sky-high valuation, the market debates whether this aviation equipment leader is poised for a smooth cruise or facing turbulent air ahead.

Jan 30, 2026