4 hours ago
The Nasdaq composite spiked up Thursday, with chip stocks a driver in the stock market's rebound from a sell-off in the previous session following the Federal Reserve's policy meeting. Chip equipment maker Lam Research (LRCX) shot higher on the stock market today on its raised outlook, while Meta Platforms (META) sank after its earnings report.
Near the end of the lunch hour in New York, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose more than 500 points, or 1%. But a minority of the 30 stocks in the share-price-weighted index actually rose. Travelers (TRV) was the worst performer, falling 17 points, or 4%, to 371.75. The blue-chip index tumbled 2.1% on Wednesday. In Thursday's session, the S&P 500 reaccelerated its advance, rising 1.3% and not straying far from its intraday high of 7,417.
The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite, for now, was doing a better job of holding opening-hour gains than other indexes. It leaped 2.3%, adding to a jump of 1.7% minutes after the open. The composite index hit a session high of 25,112, up 8% for the year.
The Nasdaq-100 index picked up more than 3% following brutal sessions recently for memory and storage stocks. Lam shares on Thursday shot up 18%. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) climbed nearly 7%.
Amazon (AMZN) and Apple (AAPL) are the next Big Tech companies set to release earnings reports, with their latest figures due late Thursday.
#NASDAQ #index
Near the end of the lunch hour in New York, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose more than 500 points, or 1%. But a minority of the 30 stocks in the share-price-weighted index actually rose. Travelers (TRV) was the worst performer, falling 17 points, or 4%, to 371.75. The blue-chip index tumbled 2.1% on Wednesday. In Thursday's session, the S&P 500 reaccelerated its advance, rising 1.3% and not straying far from its intraday high of 7,417.
The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite, for now, was doing a better job of holding opening-hour gains than other indexes. It leaped 2.3%, adding to a jump of 1.7% minutes after the open. The composite index hit a session high of 25,112, up 8% for the year.
The Nasdaq-100 index picked up more than 3% following brutal sessions recently for memory and storage stocks. Lam shares on Thursday shot up 18%. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) climbed nearly 7%.
Amazon (AMZN) and Apple (AAPL) are the next Big Tech companies set to release earnings reports, with their latest figures due late Thursday.
#NASDAQ #index
13 hours ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Tuesday closed up +0.21%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +1.03%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed down -0.98%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) rose +0.24%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) fell -0.88%.
Stock indexes settled mixed on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrials climbing to a 1.5-week high and the Nasdaq 100 falling to a 2.75-month low. Better-than-expected earnings from Boeing, Coca-Cola and Sherwin-Williams were supportive of stocks on Tuesday. Also, software stocks rose as investors rotated into sectors that had recently underperformed.
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Stock indexes settled mixed on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrials climbing to a 1.5-week high and the Nasdaq 100 falling to a 2.75-month low. Better-than-expected earnings from Boeing, Coca-Cola and Sherwin-Williams were supportive of stocks on Tuesday. Also, software stocks rose as investors rotated into sectors that had recently underperformed.
Nasdaq Futures Plunge as Chip Selloff Rages On, FOMC Meeting and Earnings on Tap
Ahead of Microsoft Earnings, Here's What Barchart Data Says Comes Next for MSFT Stock
Broadcom Leads 3 AI Stocks Quietly Raising Their Dividends, One by 161%
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2 days ago
Wall Street woke up in a good mood on Monday. Oil prices were tumbling on news of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, and all three major indexes opened solidly higher. By midday, that optimism had largely evaporated.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) was clinging to a 0.2% gain at 12:06 p.m. ET, down from an early peak of 1.3%. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) had slipped 0.2% into the red after starting the day up 0.9%. The Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) was off 0.5%, having completely erased its 1.1% opening pop.
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Brent crude dropped approximately 6% to around $86.40 per barrel after the U.S. and Iran agreed to pause military strikes while diplomatic talks resume. Lower oil means less inflation pressure, which means the Fed might ease up on rate hikes. Treasury yields dipped accordingly.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) was clinging to a 0.2% gain at 12:06 p.m. ET, down from an early peak of 1.3%. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) had slipped 0.2% into the red after starting the day up 0.9%. The Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) was off 0.5%, having completely erased its 1.1% opening pop.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
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Brent crude dropped approximately 6% to around $86.40 per barrel after the U.S. and Iran agreed to pause military strikes while diplomatic talks resume. Lower oil means less inflation pressure, which means the Fed might ease up on rate hikes. Treasury yields dipped accordingly.
#NVIDIA #Iran #means
2 days ago
As of 11:38 AM ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:^DJI) is up 0.13% to 52,017.19, while the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) is down 0.33% to 7,387.76, and the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) has slipped 0.44% to 24,840.43 as tech pressure offsets optimism from cooling geopolitical tensions.
Gold is up 0.45% to $4,074.30, and the 10-Year Treasury yield is down 0.03% to 4.65%. Communications and consumer defensive stocks are this morning's top-performing sectors while technology and energy sectors are in the red.
RTX Corp climbed 2.61% to $218.28 on strong Q2 earnings. SAP surged 7.4% to $171.79, extending last week's gains after the software company beat earnings expectations. Conversely, Nvidia is trading lower amid concerns about Chinese competition. Reddit is up 6.7% to 171.79 on optimism about its upcoming earnings.
Oil prices fell this morning on news of a pause in strikes between the U.S. and Iran. WTI crude oil fell almost 7% to $83.15 a barrel, boosting market sentiment and lifting the Dow slightly. However, investors are braced for further volatility and will be watching the Federal Reserve meeting this week. The Fed is widely expected to leave rates unchanged in July, but inflationary pressures caused by ongoing tensions in the Middle East and high spending by tech companies could prompt it to raise rates before the end of the year.
On the other side, renewed artificial intelligence (AI) valuation concerns weighed on markets. This week will bring earnings from Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, and Amazon, and investors will be paying close attention to capital expenditure plans. The high concentration in the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 means any drop in their share prices will have an outsized impact on these major indexes.
#earnings
Gold is up 0.45% to $4,074.30, and the 10-Year Treasury yield is down 0.03% to 4.65%. Communications and consumer defensive stocks are this morning's top-performing sectors while technology and energy sectors are in the red.
RTX Corp climbed 2.61% to $218.28 on strong Q2 earnings. SAP surged 7.4% to $171.79, extending last week's gains after the software company beat earnings expectations. Conversely, Nvidia is trading lower amid concerns about Chinese competition. Reddit is up 6.7% to 171.79 on optimism about its upcoming earnings.
Oil prices fell this morning on news of a pause in strikes between the U.S. and Iran. WTI crude oil fell almost 7% to $83.15 a barrel, boosting market sentiment and lifting the Dow slightly. However, investors are braced for further volatility and will be watching the Federal Reserve meeting this week. The Fed is widely expected to leave rates unchanged in July, but inflationary pressures caused by ongoing tensions in the Middle East and high spending by tech companies could prompt it to raise rates before the end of the year.
On the other side, renewed artificial intelligence (AI) valuation concerns weighed on markets. This week will bring earnings from Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, and Amazon, and investors will be paying close attention to capital expenditure plans. The high concentration in the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 means any drop in their share prices will have an outsized impact on these major indexes.
#earnings
2 days ago
Brandes Investment Partners, an ***** et management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Brandes Small Cap Value Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. In Q2 2026, the Fund underperformed the Russell 2000 Index's 21.49% gain and the Russell 2000 Value Index's 17.19% rise. However, year-to-date, the fund (Class I Shares) increased by 23.17%, surpassing the 22.57% and 22.99% returns of the indexes, respectively. The second quarter's performance was mainly driven by holdings in the industrial sector, particularly aerospace and defense, as well as energy. Its underperformance was due to holdings and an underweight position in the information technology sector. The Firm remains optimistic about value stocks, citing their attractive valuations and strong free cash flow generation. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Brandes Small Cap Value Fund highlighted its new purchase, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB). The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a leading US-based packaged food company. On July 24, 2026, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) closed at $21.84 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $6.51 billion. The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) posted a one-month return of -5.08%, while its shares lost 32.26% over the past 52 weeks.
Brandes Small Cap Value Fund stated the following regarding The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a North America-focused, branded packaged food company operating primarily in two segments: Meals & Beverages and Snacks. Meals & Beverages includes Campbell's condensed and ready-to-serve soups, Chunky, Swanson broths, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's and V8. The Snacks segment includes Goldfish, Pepperidge Farm, Snyder's of Hanover, Lance, Late July, Kettle Brand and Cape Cod. The company holds number one or number two market positions in most of its categories, and its portfolio has evolved well beyond its legacy soup identity through such acquisitions as Snyder's-Lance and Sovos Brands.
While its core categories are mature, they remain relatively defensive, with below-average and broadly stable private-label penetration, strong brand recognition and exposure to at home eating occasions where convenience, value and perceived health remain relevant…" (Click here to read the full text)
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In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Brandes Small Cap Value Fund highlighted its new purchase, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB). The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a leading US-based packaged food company. On July 24, 2026, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) closed at $21.84 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $6.51 billion. The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) posted a one-month return of -5.08%, while its shares lost 32.26% over the past 52 weeks.
Brandes Small Cap Value Fund stated the following regarding The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a North America-focused, branded packaged food company operating primarily in two segments: Meals & Beverages and Snacks. Meals & Beverages includes Campbell's condensed and ready-to-serve soups, Chunky, Swanson broths, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's and V8. The Snacks segment includes Goldfish, Pepperidge Farm, Snyder's of Hanover, Lance, Late July, Kettle Brand and Cape Cod. The company holds number one or number two market positions in most of its categories, and its portfolio has evolved well beyond its legacy soup identity through such acquisitions as Snyder's-Lance and Sovos Brands.
While its core categories are mature, they remain relatively defensive, with below-average and broadly stable private-label penetration, strong brand recognition and exposure to at home eating occasions where convenience, value and perceived health remain relevant…" (Click here to read the full text)
#company #investor #letter
2 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.11%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.54%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -0.46%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are up +0.11%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are down +0.40%.
Stock indexes gave up early gains today and are trading mixed, with the Nasdaq 100 falling to a 2.5-month low. The weakness in chipmakers is weighing on the broader market as investors rotate out of semiconductor and AI-infrastructure stocks and into beaten-down sectors, such as software.
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Stock indexes gave up early gains today and are trading mixed, with the Nasdaq 100 falling to a 2.5-month low. The weakness in chipmakers is weighing on the broader market as investors rotate out of semiconductor and AI-infrastructure stocks and into beaten-down sectors, such as software.
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Amazon Stock Just Hit a Major Hurdle Ahead of Earnings
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2 days ago
After years of record-breaking growth, major market indexes are stagnating. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is down 0.42% over the past month, as of this writing, while the tech-focused Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) has sunk by nearly 2% in that time.
Some market indicators are also raising red flags over valuations. The S&P 500 Shiller CAPE Ratio, for instance, is the highest it's been since the dot-com bubble, suggesting the index is trading at a premium. The Buffett indicator is also at a record high of 236%. For context, Warren Buffett himself noted that when this indicator nears 200%, investors are "playing with fire."
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Now, this doesn't mean that a bear market is around the corner. But downturns are a normal part of the market's cycle, so it's not a matter of if we face a pullback, but when. Here's my number one piece of advice about how to prepare right now.
Volatility could be looming, but a century's worth of history proves one thing: The investors who win out are those who stay invested for the long haul.
#buffett
Some market indicators are also raising red flags over valuations. The S&P 500 Shiller CAPE Ratio, for instance, is the highest it's been since the dot-com bubble, suggesting the index is trading at a premium. The Buffett indicator is also at a record high of 236%. For context, Warren Buffett himself noted that when this indicator nears 200%, investors are "playing with fire."
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Now, this doesn't mean that a bear market is around the corner. But downturns are a normal part of the market's cycle, so it's not a matter of if we face a pullback, but when. Here's my number one piece of advice about how to prepare right now.
Volatility could be looming, but a century's worth of history proves one thing: The investors who win out are those who stay invested for the long haul.
#buffett
2 days ago
Since early June, Wall Street's major stock indexes have all rallied to fresh record highs. While artificial intelligence (AI) is the trend behind this surge in stock valuations, it's the "Magnificent Seven" that have done most of the heavy lifting. The Magnificent Seven is composed of:
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA)
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL)
Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL)(NASDAQ: GOOG)
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT)
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Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA)
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL)
Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL)(NASDAQ: GOOG)
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT)
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2 days ago
As the Dow Jones Industrial Average and other stock indexes traded higher during Tuesday's session, Chevron (CVX), ASML (ASML), ATI (ATI) and Snowflake (SNOW) were among the names to watch.
With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite down in recent sessions, traders who use Investor's Business Daily's IBD Methodology should be focusing on defense, while identifying top-performing growth stocks for when the market trend shifts.
Dow Jones energy giant Chevron is approaching a double-bottom entry at 198.87 amid sharp gains in recent weeks, according to IBD MarketSurge chart **** ysis. Shares reversed from early gains to fall more than 1% midday Tuesday, threatening to add to Monday's steep drop.
Oil prices extended Monday's losses, down another 4% in midday trading Tuesday. On Monday, crude prices plunged 7.5% to $82.61 a barrel amid optimism for renewed U.S.-Iran talks.
Chevron stock backstory: Chevron earnings are set for Friday morning, with **** ysts looking for earnings of $5.55 a share and revenue of $63.3 billion.
#chevron #asml #gains
With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite down in recent sessions, traders who use Investor's Business Daily's IBD Methodology should be focusing on defense, while identifying top-performing growth stocks for when the market trend shifts.
Dow Jones energy giant Chevron is approaching a double-bottom entry at 198.87 amid sharp gains in recent weeks, according to IBD MarketSurge chart **** ysis. Shares reversed from early gains to fall more than 1% midday Tuesday, threatening to add to Monday's steep drop.
Oil prices extended Monday's losses, down another 4% in midday trading Tuesday. On Monday, crude prices plunged 7.5% to $82.61 a barrel amid optimism for renewed U.S.-Iran talks.
Chevron stock backstory: Chevron earnings are set for Friday morning, with **** ysts looking for earnings of $5.55 a share and revenue of $63.3 billion.
#chevron #asml #gains
6 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Thursday fell -1.49%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) fell -1.11%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) fell -2.26%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) fell -1.50%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) fell -2.23%.
Stock indexes fell sharply amid a double whammy of soaring oil prices and a decline of -7% in Alphabet following its earnings report released after Wednesday's close. Alphabet raised its capital spending forecast for this year to $205 billion from $190 billion, spending more than double its 2025 capital spending and raising concern that the company will struggle to earn a sufficient return on its outsized AI investment. Tesla fell by an even larger -14% after its earnings report late Wednesday, which also showed a surge in capital spending and raised questions about Elon Musk's intention to refocus Tesla on AI and robots.
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Stock indexes fell sharply amid a double whammy of soaring oil prices and a decline of -7% in Alphabet following its earnings report released after Wednesday's close. Alphabet raised its capital spending forecast for this year to $205 billion from $190 billion, spending more than double its 2025 capital spending and raising concern that the company will struggle to earn a sufficient return on its outsized AI investment. Tesla fell by an even larger -14% after its earnings report late Wednesday, which also showed a surge in capital spending and raised questions about Elon Musk's intention to refocus Tesla on AI and robots.
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6 days ago
Alphabet shares tumbled Thursday after the tech giant told investors it could spend more than it previously anticipated to fuel its AI ambitions.
The news overshadowed quarterly sales and profits that topped ***** ysts' estimates.
Google parent Alphabet's stock is taking a hit on growing worries about its AI spending.
Shares of Alphabet (GOOGL) were down 7% in recent trading despite quarterly earnings that topped ***** ysts' expectations, after the tech giant warned it could end up spending more than it previously anticipated to fuel its AI ambitions. It led the Dow Jones Industrial Average lower, and was among the worst-performing stocks in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq on a down day for the major indexes.
Alphabet said it now sees capital expenditures of between $195 billion and $205 billion this year, up from an earlier forecast of $180 billion to $190 billion, marking the second time the tech giant has raised its 2026 forecast. CFO Anat Ashkenazi told investors during the company's earnings call that expenditures could also "increase significantly" in 2027, per a transcript provided by AlphaSense.
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The news overshadowed quarterly sales and profits that topped ***** ysts' estimates.
Google parent Alphabet's stock is taking a hit on growing worries about its AI spending.
Shares of Alphabet (GOOGL) were down 7% in recent trading despite quarterly earnings that topped ***** ysts' expectations, after the tech giant warned it could end up spending more than it previously anticipated to fuel its AI ambitions. It led the Dow Jones Industrial Average lower, and was among the worst-performing stocks in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq on a down day for the major indexes.
Alphabet said it now sees capital expenditures of between $195 billion and $205 billion this year, up from an earlier forecast of $180 billion to $190 billion, marking the second time the tech giant has raised its 2026 forecast. CFO Anat Ashkenazi told investors during the company's earnings call that expenditures could also "increase significantly" in 2027, per a transcript provided by AlphaSense.
#billion #previously #fuel
6 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -1.34%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -1.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -2.06%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are down -1.43%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are down -2.25%.
Stock indexes are trading sharply lower today amid a double whammy of higher oil prices and a decline of more than -7% in Alphabet following its earnings report after Wednesday's close. Alphabet raised its capital spending forecast for this year to $205 billion from $190 billion, spending more than double its 2025 capital spending and raising concern that the company will struggle to earn a sufficient return on its outsized AI investment. Tesla is down more than -13% today after its earnings report late Wednesday also showed a surge in capital spending.
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Walmart Stock's Extended Downturn Could Trigger a Possible Comeback
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Stock indexes are trading sharply lower today amid a double whammy of higher oil prices and a decline of more than -7% in Alphabet following its earnings report after Wednesday's close. Alphabet raised its capital spending forecast for this year to $205 billion from $190 billion, spending more than double its 2025 capital spending and raising concern that the company will struggle to earn a sufficient return on its outsized AI investment. Tesla is down more than -13% today after its earnings report late Wednesday also showed a surge in capital spending.
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6 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.80%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -0.66%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -1.20%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are down -0.77%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are down -1.10%.
Stock indexes are trading lower today amid a double whammy of higher oil prices and a decline of more than -5% in Alphabet following its earnings report after Wednesday's close. Alphabet raised its capital spending forecast for this year to $205 billion from $190 billion, spending more than double its 2025 capital spending and raising concern that the company will struggle to earn a sufficient return on its outsized AI investment. Tesla is down more than -10% today after its earnings report late Wednesday also showed a surge in capital spending.
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Walmart Stock's Extended Downturn Could Trigger a Possible Comeback
#earnings #today
Stock indexes are trading lower today amid a double whammy of higher oil prices and a decline of more than -5% in Alphabet following its earnings report after Wednesday's close. Alphabet raised its capital spending forecast for this year to $205 billion from $190 billion, spending more than double its 2025 capital spending and raising concern that the company will struggle to earn a sufficient return on its outsized AI investment. Tesla is down more than -10% today after its earnings report late Wednesday also showed a surge in capital spending.
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The Biggest Risk to ***** eX Stock Comes After Earnings. Here Are The Numbers You Should Keep An Eye On.
Walmart Stock's Extended Downturn Could Trigger a Possible Comeback
#earnings #today
7 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.09%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.10%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -0.29%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are down -0.07%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are down -0.22%.
Stock indexes are under modest today amid weakness in software and cybersecurity stocks. The markets are waiting for earnings results after the close today from Alphabet to see evidence that the company's investments in artificial intelligence are generating returns, as it plans to more than double capital spending from 2025 to as much as $190 billion this year. On the positive side, energy producers and service providers are moving higher with today's rally in WTI crude oil to a 6-week high.
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#mini
Stock indexes are under modest today amid weakness in software and cybersecurity stocks. The markets are waiting for earnings results after the close today from Alphabet to see evidence that the company's investments in artificial intelligence are generating returns, as it plans to more than double capital spending from 2025 to as much as $190 billion this year. On the positive side, energy producers and service providers are moving higher with today's rally in WTI crude oil to a 6-week high.
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Micron Stock Is Near Bear-Market Territory. Here's Why ASML's Guidance Says Buy the Dip.
#mini
7 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.13%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.15%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -0.48%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are down -0.10%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are down -0.47%.
Stock indexes are under pressure today amid weakness in software and cybersecurity stocks. The markets are waiting for earnings results after the close today from Alphabet to see evidence that the company's investments in artificial intelligence are generating returns, as it plans to more than double capital spending from 2025 to as much as $190 billion this year.
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Micron Stock Is Near Bear-Market Territory. Here's Why ASML's Guidance Says Buy the Dip.
#september #futures #jones
Stock indexes are under pressure today amid weakness in software and cybersecurity stocks. The markets are waiting for earnings results after the close today from Alphabet to see evidence that the company's investments in artificial intelligence are generating returns, as it plans to more than double capital spending from 2025 to as much as $190 billion this year.
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Micron Stock Is Near Bear-Market Territory. Here's Why ASML's Guidance Says Buy the Dip.
#september #futures #jones
7 days ago
Madison Dividend Income Fund, managed by Madison Funds, released its Q2 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Fund aims to generate income and capital appreciation from a high-quality, high-dividend portfolio. The Fund (class I) returned +1.8% in the second quarter, which compared to the S&P 500 Index, Russell 1000 Value Index, and Lipper Equity Income peer group returns of +15.2%, +13.9%, and +9.7%, respectively. YTD, the Fund returned +7.7%, compared with +10.2%, +16.3%, and +9.9% for the indexes, respectively. The Technology sector performed strongly, while Energy lagged. The firm sees the Energy sector's decline as an opportunity to buy undervalued energy stocks with good dividends. With S&P 500 valuations at all-time highs, risks include market correction and multiple contraction. The Fund aims to mitigate these risks by maintaining a diversified mix of high-quality, high-yield stocks in undervalued sectors. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Madison Dividend Income Fund highlighted ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is a leading energy company that engages in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. On July 21, 2026, ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) closed at $151.71 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $628.83 billion. ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) posted a one-month return of 10.82%, while its shares gained 38.01% over the past 52 weeks.
Madison Dividend Income Fund stated the following regarding ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"One of the fund's top holdings is ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). XOM is the world's premier integrated oil and gas company. It has attractive upstream exploration and production ******* ets in the low-cost Permian Basin and a unique, ultra-low-cost growth opportunity in Guyana, along with developing liquid natural gas (LNG) ******* ets for data centers. The company has a downstream Product Solutions segment that refines energy, chemical and specialty products. Its low-cost position, diversified ******* et base, scale, integrated ******* ets and strong balance sheet provide a sustainable competitive advantage, in our view.
XOM's five-year "Plan to 2030" provides a framework for higher growth and substantial capital returns. It targets 65% of upstream production from its "advantaged" ******* ets by 2030, up from 59% today, which will drive a favorable mix shift and expand margins. The company thinks it can add $25 billion in earnings and $35 billion in cash flow while keeping capital expenditures flat in the $22-27 billion range.
#holdings #income #energy #high
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Madison Dividend Income Fund highlighted ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is a leading energy company that engages in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. On July 21, 2026, ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) closed at $151.71 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $628.83 billion. ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) posted a one-month return of 10.82%, while its shares gained 38.01% over the past 52 weeks.
Madison Dividend Income Fund stated the following regarding ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"One of the fund's top holdings is ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). XOM is the world's premier integrated oil and gas company. It has attractive upstream exploration and production ******* ets in the low-cost Permian Basin and a unique, ultra-low-cost growth opportunity in Guyana, along with developing liquid natural gas (LNG) ******* ets for data centers. The company has a downstream Product Solutions segment that refines energy, chemical and specialty products. Its low-cost position, diversified ******* et base, scale, integrated ******* ets and strong balance sheet provide a sustainable competitive advantage, in our view.
XOM's five-year "Plan to 2030" provides a framework for higher growth and substantial capital returns. It targets 65% of upstream production from its "advantaged" ******* ets by 2030, up from 59% today, which will drive a favorable mix shift and expand margins. The company thinks it can add $25 billion in earnings and $35 billion in cash flow while keeping capital expenditures flat in the $22-27 billion range.
#holdings #income #energy #high
7 days ago
While artificial intelligence (AI) has been the buzz of Wall Street over the last two years, it's not the only trend responsible for lifting the market's major stock indexes to new heights. Investor hype surrounding quantum computing deserves its fair share of credit.
Investors who had the foresight and luck to invest in pure-play quantum computing leaders IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI), and D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) in mid-July 2024 are sitting on potentially life-altering gains. Shares of IonQ have more than quadrupled, while shares of Rigetti and D-Wave have skyrocketed by nearly 1,200% and 1,500%, respectively.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Professional and everyday investors are excited about the real-world applications of quantum computers, which include dramatically accelerating the learning curve for AI-driven large language models.
But this next-big-thing technology may not be all that it's cracked up to be -- at least according to the individuals who know IonQ, Rigetti Computing, and D-Wave Quantum best.
#computing
Investors who had the foresight and luck to invest in pure-play quantum computing leaders IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI), and D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) in mid-July 2024 are sitting on potentially life-altering gains. Shares of IonQ have more than quadrupled, while shares of Rigetti and D-Wave have skyrocketed by nearly 1,200% and 1,500%, respectively.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Professional and everyday investors are excited about the real-world applications of quantum computers, which include dramatically accelerating the learning curve for AI-driven large language models.
But this next-big-thing technology may not be all that it's cracked up to be -- at least according to the individuals who know IonQ, Rigetti Computing, and D-Wave Quantum best.
#computing
7 days ago
Tutor Perini (NYSE: TPC) has been tapped for inclusion on an index run by a high-profile financial information and ****** ysis company, and investors were there for it on Tuesday. Following the news, they eagerly snapped up shares of the construction company, leaving it with a nearly 8% gain that trading session.
Just after market close on Monday, S&P Global's S&P Dow Jones Indices announced modifications to its S&P MidCap 400 and S&P SmallCap 600 indexes.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
The one that affected Tutor Perini was the looming departure of a fellow construction stock, Taylor Morrison Home, from the S&P MidCap 400. Taylor Morrison is being acquired by the once Warren Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway and will no longer be an independent company.
Taylor Morrison's place in that index will be taken by current S&P SmallCap 600 constituent Krystal Biotech (NASDAQ: KRYS). In turn, Tutor Perini will supplant Krystal Biotech in that lineup.
#perini #taylor #signal
Just after market close on Monday, S&P Global's S&P Dow Jones Indices announced modifications to its S&P MidCap 400 and S&P SmallCap 600 indexes.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
The one that affected Tutor Perini was the looming departure of a fellow construction stock, Taylor Morrison Home, from the S&P MidCap 400. Taylor Morrison is being acquired by the once Warren Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway and will no longer be an independent company.
Taylor Morrison's place in that index will be taken by current S&P SmallCap 600 constituent Krystal Biotech (NASDAQ: KRYS). In turn, Tutor Perini will supplant Krystal Biotech in that lineup.
#perini #taylor #signal
7 days ago
By Caroline Valetkevitch and Ankur Banerjee
NEW YORK/SINGAPORE, July 21 (Reuters) - Major stock indexes rose on Tuesday with the Nasdaq and chipmaker shares surging, while oil prices climbed to a five-week high amid rising tensions in the Iran conflict.
The **** anese yen weakened 0.41% against the greenback to 163.14 per dollar, breaching the 163 mark for the first time since December 1986 as traders braced for possible intervention in the currency by the **** anese government.
Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea after threats from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis.
Brent futures rose $1.79, or 2.0%, to settle at $91.01 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained $1.68, or 2.0%, to settle at $84.91. It was the highest close for Brent since June 10 and for WTI since June 11.
#caroline
NEW YORK/SINGAPORE, July 21 (Reuters) - Major stock indexes rose on Tuesday with the Nasdaq and chipmaker shares surging, while oil prices climbed to a five-week high amid rising tensions in the Iran conflict.
The **** anese yen weakened 0.41% against the greenback to 163.14 per dollar, breaching the 163 mark for the first time since December 1986 as traders braced for possible intervention in the currency by the **** anese government.
Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea after threats from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis.
Brent futures rose $1.79, or 2.0%, to settle at $91.01 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained $1.68, or 2.0%, to settle at $84.91. It was the highest close for Brent since June 10 and for WTI since June 11.
#caroline
8 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Tuesday closed up +0.89%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.74%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +1.93%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) rose +0.81%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) rose +1.82%.
Stock indexes settled higher on Tuesday as a rebound in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks gathered steam. The recent selloff in chipmakers has cheapened valuations, enticing dip buyers ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet and Tesla on Wednesday. On the downside, software stocks were weak on Tuesday after Morgan Stanley downgraded several in the sector. Also, rising crude oil prices pushed bond yields higher, with the 10-year T-note yield climbing to a 2-month high of 4.64% on Tuesday.
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#closed #NASDAQ
Stock indexes settled higher on Tuesday as a rebound in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks gathered steam. The recent selloff in chipmakers has cheapened valuations, enticing dip buyers ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet and Tesla on Wednesday. On the downside, software stocks were weak on Tuesday after Morgan Stanley downgraded several in the sector. Also, rising crude oil prices pushed bond yields higher, with the 10-year T-note yield climbing to a 2-month high of 4.64% on Tuesday.
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Billionaire Jeff Bezos Called Amazon's Customer Service to Prove a Point But Waited in Silence for More Than 10 Minutes — 'It Was Really Long'
Micron Stock Is Near Bear-Market Territory. Here's Why ASML's Guidance Says Buy the Dip.
#closed #NASDAQ
8 days ago
Nebius shares surged Tuesday after Nvidia disclosed it's built a 9.3% stake in the AI infrastructure provider.
Nvidia first disclosed a small stake in Nebius in early 2025.
A vote of confidence from the chipmaker at the heart of the AI boom has Nebius stock soaring.
Shares of Nebius (NBIS) popped 19% to close just under $217 Tuesday, a day after Nvidia (NVDA) disclosed in a regulatory filing that it's built a 9.3% stake in the Amsterdam-based AI infrastructure provider. Shares of Nvidia rose about 2%, on a day when semiconductor and other AI-related stocks led the major indexes higher. Coreweave (CRWV), a Nebius rival also backed by Nvidia, saw its stock jump 9%.
Nvidia and Nebius did not respond to Investopedia's requests for comment in time for publication.
#nebius
Nvidia first disclosed a small stake in Nebius in early 2025.
A vote of confidence from the chipmaker at the heart of the AI boom has Nebius stock soaring.
Shares of Nebius (NBIS) popped 19% to close just under $217 Tuesday, a day after Nvidia (NVDA) disclosed in a regulatory filing that it's built a 9.3% stake in the Amsterdam-based AI infrastructure provider. Shares of Nvidia rose about 2%, on a day when semiconductor and other AI-related stocks led the major indexes higher. Coreweave (CRWV), a Nebius rival also backed by Nvidia, saw its stock jump 9%.
Nvidia and Nebius did not respond to Investopedia's requests for comment in time for publication.
#nebius
8 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.64%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +1.58%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are up +0.62%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are up +1.58%.
Stock indexes are climbing today as Monday's rebound in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks gathers pace. The recent selloff in chipmakers has cheapened valuations and has enticed dip buyers ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet and Tesla on Wednesday. On the downside, software stocks are weak after Morgan Stanley downgraded several in the sector. Also, rising crude oil prices are pushing bond yields higher as the 10-year T-note yield climbed to a 2-month high of 4.64% today.
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#earnings #index
Stock indexes are climbing today as Monday's rebound in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks gathers pace. The recent selloff in chipmakers has cheapened valuations and has enticed dip buyers ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet and Tesla on Wednesday. On the downside, software stocks are weak after Morgan Stanley downgraded several in the sector. Also, rising crude oil prices are pushing bond yields higher as the 10-year T-note yield climbed to a 2-month high of 4.64% today.
Huge, Unusual Intel Options Volume Today Ahead of Earnings This Week
Intel Stock Is Down, But Put Premiums are High - Put Short Sellers Love the High Yields
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#earnings #index
8 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.38%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is up +0.17%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +1.26%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are up +0.35%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are up +1.27%.
Stock indexes are climbing today as Monday's rebound in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks gathers pace. The recent selloff in chipmakers has cheapened valuations and has enticed dip buyers ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet on Wednesday. On the negative side, software stocks are weak after Morgan Stanley downgraded several stocks in the sector.
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Intel Stock Is Down, But Put Premiums are High - Put Short Sellers Love the High Yields
The Number Tesla Stock Bulls Are Really Waiting for This Earnings Season Has Nothing to Do With Cars
#september
Stock indexes are climbing today as Monday's rebound in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks gathers pace. The recent selloff in chipmakers has cheapened valuations and has enticed dip buyers ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet on Wednesday. On the negative side, software stocks are weak after Morgan Stanley downgraded several stocks in the sector.
Huge, Unusual Intel Options Volume Today Ahead of Earnings This Week
Intel Stock Is Down, But Put Premiums are High - Put Short Sellers Love the High Yields
The Number Tesla Stock Bulls Are Really Waiting for This Earnings Season Has Nothing to Do With Cars
#september
8 days ago
This article was originally published on ETFTrends.com.
Crypto has spent more than a decade on the edge of mainstream investing, cast either as a technological revolution or a speculative distraction. According to a new T. Rowe Price research report ******* led "Crypto edges into the mainstream," that debate has shifted.
T. Rowe Price research favors sizing diverse crypto exposure deliberately over chasing single tokens.
A 2.5% bitcoin allocation added 7% of a 60/40 portfolio's five-year risk.
Active management, not passive indexes, can better track crypto's fast-moving networks.
#rowe #mainstream #etftrends
Crypto has spent more than a decade on the edge of mainstream investing, cast either as a technological revolution or a speculative distraction. According to a new T. Rowe Price research report ******* led "Crypto edges into the mainstream," that debate has shifted.
T. Rowe Price research favors sizing diverse crypto exposure deliberately over chasing single tokens.
A 2.5% bitcoin allocation added 7% of a 60/40 portfolio's five-year risk.
Active management, not passive indexes, can better track crypto's fast-moving networks.
#rowe #mainstream #etftrends
8 days ago
By Ragini Mathur
July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. stock indexes were mixed on Wednesday, as weakness in chip shares soured sentiment ahead of the first batch of Big Tech earnings that could decide the durability of Wall Street's AI-driven rally.
After months of gains that pulled the major indexes up from their March lows, momentum has faltered as volatility in heavyweight semiconductor shares has dented risk appetite.
Investors are now looking to second-quarter results from Alphabet and Tesla, the first of the so-called "Magnificent Seven" megacap companies to report after the bell for fresh evidence that these companies' multibillion-dollar investments in AI are paying off.
Alphabet will be under particular scrutiny after a delay in the launch of a model central to its AI ambitions intensified concerns. Its shares were flat.
#alphabet #indexes #ragini #july
July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. stock indexes were mixed on Wednesday, as weakness in chip shares soured sentiment ahead of the first batch of Big Tech earnings that could decide the durability of Wall Street's AI-driven rally.
After months of gains that pulled the major indexes up from their March lows, momentum has faltered as volatility in heavyweight semiconductor shares has dented risk appetite.
Investors are now looking to second-quarter results from Alphabet and Tesla, the first of the so-called "Magnificent Seven" megacap companies to report after the bell for fresh evidence that these companies' multibillion-dollar investments in AI are paying off.
Alphabet will be under particular scrutiny after a delay in the launch of a model central to its AI ambitions intensified concerns. Its shares were flat.
#alphabet #indexes #ragini #july
8 days ago
Madison Dividend Income Fund, managed by Madison Funds, released its Q2 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Fund aims to generate income and capital appreciation from a high-quality, high-dividend portfolio. The Fund (class I) returned +1.8% in the second quarter, which compared to the S&P 500 Index, Russell 1000 Value Index, and Lipper Equity Income peer group returns of +15.2%, +13.9%, and +9.7%, respectively. YTD, the Fund returned +7.7%, compared with +10.2%, +16.3%, and +9.9% for the indexes, respectively. The Technology sector performed strongly, while Energy lagged. The firm sees the Energy sector's decline as an opportunity to buy undervalued energy stocks with good dividends. With S&P 500 valuations at all-time highs, risks include market correction and multiple contraction. The Fund aims to mitigate these risks by maintaining a diversified mix of high-quality, high-yield stocks in undervalued sectors. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Madison Dividend Income Fund highlighted ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is a leading energy company that engages in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. On July 21, 2026, ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) closed at $151.71 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $628.83 billion. ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) posted a one-month return of 10.82%, while its shares gained 38.01% over the past 52 weeks.
Madison Dividend Income Fund stated the following regarding ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"One of the fund's top holdings is ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). XOM is the world's premier integrated oil and gas company. It has attractive upstream exploration and production ****** ets in the low-cost Permian Basin and a unique, ultra-low-cost growth opportunity in Guyana, along with developing liquid natural gas (LNG) ****** ets for data centers. The company has a downstream Product Solutions segment that refines energy, chemical and specialty products. Its low-cost position, diversified ****** et base, scale, integrated ****** ets and strong balance sheet provide a sustainable competitive advantage, in our view.
XOM's five-year "Plan to 2030" provides a framework for higher growth and substantial capital returns. It targets 65% of upstream production from its "advantaged" ****** ets by 2030, up from 59% today, which will drive a favorable mix shift and expand margins. The company thinks it can add $25 billion in earnings and $35 billion in cash flow while keeping capital expenditures flat in the $22-27 billion range.
#NYSE #madison
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Madison Dividend Income Fund highlighted ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is a leading energy company that engages in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. On July 21, 2026, ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) closed at $151.71 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $628.83 billion. ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) posted a one-month return of 10.82%, while its shares gained 38.01% over the past 52 weeks.
Madison Dividend Income Fund stated the following regarding ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"One of the fund's top holdings is ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (NYSE:XOM). XOM is the world's premier integrated oil and gas company. It has attractive upstream exploration and production ****** ets in the low-cost Permian Basin and a unique, ultra-low-cost growth opportunity in Guyana, along with developing liquid natural gas (LNG) ****** ets for data centers. The company has a downstream Product Solutions segment that refines energy, chemical and specialty products. Its low-cost position, diversified ****** et base, scale, integrated ****** ets and strong balance sheet provide a sustainable competitive advantage, in our view.
XOM's five-year "Plan to 2030" provides a framework for higher growth and substantial capital returns. It targets 65% of upstream production from its "advantaged" ****** ets by 2030, up from 59% today, which will drive a favorable mix shift and expand margins. The company thinks it can add $25 billion in earnings and $35 billion in cash flow while keeping capital expenditures flat in the $22-27 billion range.
#NYSE #madison
9 days ago
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is up +0.46%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is up +0.86%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are up +0.43%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU26) are up +0.78%.
Stock indexes are mostly higher today amid a rebound in chipmakers. Short covering emerged in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet on Wednesday. Stocks also found support after crude oil prices fell from their highs on signs that diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran war were ongoing. Weakness in software stocks today is limiting the overall market's upside.
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#today #september #mini #futures
Stock indexes are mostly higher today amid a rebound in chipmakers. Short covering emerged in chipmakers and AI-infrastructure stocks ahead of earnings results of megacap technology stocks this week, beginning with Alphabet on Wednesday. Stocks also found support after crude oil prices fell from their highs on signs that diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran war were ongoing. Weakness in software stocks today is limiting the overall market's upside.
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AI Bubble Fears, Earnings and Other Can't Miss Items this Week
#today #september #mini #futures
10 days ago
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Big things come in small packages.
While tech giants like Nvidia and Apple usually hog the limelight, small- and mid-cap stocks have quietly taken the lead this year. While large-cap indexes are up a respectable 10% on average, smaller companies are sprinting ahead. The S&P MidCap 400 is up 14%, the Russell 2000 has surged about 20%, and the S&P 600 has climbed 21%. It might be time for financial advisors to give the rest of the market a second look.
"You can't deny the incredible returns large-cap funds have generated in recent years, and it's hard to get clients to move away from those numbers, especially given the underperformance of small-caps over the past 10 years," said Andrew Van Alstyne, founder of High Rock Wealth Management. Nonetheless, he sees plenty of upside in small- and mid-caps, typically allocating 20% to 25% of his clients' portfolios to the ****** e. "I've had strong confidence in this sector for a couple of years now. Even in years that small caps have underperformed, I would say that there is still a tremendous opportunity."
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Big things come in small packages.
While tech giants like Nvidia and Apple usually hog the limelight, small- and mid-cap stocks have quietly taken the lead this year. While large-cap indexes are up a respectable 10% on average, smaller companies are sprinting ahead. The S&P MidCap 400 is up 14%, the Russell 2000 has surged about 20%, and the S&P 600 has climbed 21%. It might be time for financial advisors to give the rest of the market a second look.
"You can't deny the incredible returns large-cap funds have generated in recent years, and it's hard to get clients to move away from those numbers, especially given the underperformance of small-caps over the past 10 years," said Andrew Van Alstyne, founder of High Rock Wealth Management. Nonetheless, he sees plenty of upside in small- and mid-caps, typically allocating 20% to 25% of his clients' portfolios to the ****** e. "I've had strong confidence in this sector for a couple of years now. Even in years that small caps have underperformed, I would say that there is still a tremendous opportunity."
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11 days ago
Stocks ended the week a long way from a bear market. But the "bear" word has started to crop up more in discussions among market ***** ysts. The Nasdaq ended below recent lows and leaning toward its next-nearest tests, the lows from June 26 and June 9. The S&P 500 finished ever-so-slightly below its 50-day moving average, equal to its last slip below the line from June 26.
On the downside, Sandisk (SNDK), Astera Labs (ALAB) and Marvell Technology (MRVL) booked the week's biggest losses on the Nasdaq 100, with an average drop of 25.3%. Paypal Holdings (PYPL), Cintas (CTAS) and Palo Alto Networks (PANW) held the upside, showing a 15.3% average gain. Results were similar on the S&P 500, but adding IBM (IBM) on the downside and Valero (VLO) among the week's winners.
The market is not providing a whole lot in the way of clues as to what comes next. Both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 continue to trade below their early June highs. And rather than test those highs, wanting to break resistance and move higher, the indexes are instead testing lows and breaking technical support. Sellers are quietly overpowering buyers.
"Look, we are a trend-following methodology," says IBD Market Research Director Justin Nielsen. "And it's pretty easy when you're in a downtrend: we just kinda stay out. It's pretty easy when you're in an uptrend — that's where we like to push it, where we like to make money. This sideways action, this is where it's really tough."
That, for the time being, prescribes a course of caution: build watchlists, don't buy; rotate to cash where feasible and manage your capital with the understanding that it is unclear, for now, just where the stock market may be headed next.
On the downside, Sandisk (SNDK), Astera Labs (ALAB) and Marvell Technology (MRVL) booked the week's biggest losses on the Nasdaq 100, with an average drop of 25.3%. Paypal Holdings (PYPL), Cintas (CTAS) and Palo Alto Networks (PANW) held the upside, showing a 15.3% average gain. Results were similar on the S&P 500, but adding IBM (IBM) on the downside and Valero (VLO) among the week's winners.
The market is not providing a whole lot in the way of clues as to what comes next. Both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 continue to trade below their early June highs. And rather than test those highs, wanting to break resistance and move higher, the indexes are instead testing lows and breaking technical support. Sellers are quietly overpowering buyers.
"Look, we are a trend-following methodology," says IBD Market Research Director Justin Nielsen. "And it's pretty easy when you're in a downtrend: we just kinda stay out. It's pretty easy when you're in an uptrend — that's where we like to push it, where we like to make money. This sideways action, this is where it's really tough."
That, for the time being, prescribes a course of caution: build watchlists, don't buy; rotate to cash where feasible and manage your capital with the understanding that it is unclear, for now, just where the stock market may be headed next.
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A broad technology sector sell-off pressured the S&P 500 and NASDAQ this week, while energy and financial stocks gained on Strait of Hormuz tensions and strong bank earnings.
Netflix disappointed investors with a mixed earnings report, and next week's earnings from Alphabet will offer a key signal on the AI infrastructure trade's health.
MarketBeat **** ysts covered a range of stocks and sectors this week, including Micron, Fastenal, Johnson & Johnson, SanDisk, Broadcom, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, PayPal, and quantum computing names.
Another manic market week was punctuated by a tech wreck that pressured the S&P 500 and NASDAQ indexes. Nothing was working in the technology sector: chipmakers, neocloud providers, and hyperscalers were all down, as investors grew impatient or just tired of the artificial intelligence (AI) trade.
A broad technology sector sell-off pressured the S&P 500 and NASDAQ this week, while energy and financial stocks gained on Strait of Hormuz tensions and strong bank earnings.
Netflix disappointed investors with a mixed earnings report, and next week's earnings from Alphabet will offer a key signal on the AI infrastructure trade's health.
MarketBeat **** ysts covered a range of stocks and sectors this week, including Micron, Fastenal, Johnson & Johnson, SanDisk, Broadcom, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, PayPal, and quantum computing names.
Another manic market week was punctuated by a tech wreck that pressured the S&P 500 and NASDAQ indexes. Nothing was working in the technology sector: chipmakers, neocloud providers, and hyperscalers were all down, as investors grew impatient or just tired of the artificial intelligence (AI) trade.
