Stock Market & Financial News
D.R. Horton Lowers Revenue Guidance as Sales Come in Flat
The homebuilder cut its revenue outlook for the fiscal year as sluggish buyer demand and supply issues continue to weigh on builder sentiment
DHI Bullish: Compelling Buy As M&A Brings Much-Needed Scale
Bullish (BLSH) has declined ~40% YTD but now trades at compelling adjusted EBITDA multiples. I'm upgrading BLSH to a buy, citing strong standalone performance and substantial adjusted EBITDA expansion. The $4.2B Equiniti acquisition diversifies BLSH into equities, adding scale and new revenue streams in tokenization, which BLSH believes is a substantial market opportunity.
BLSH Macro Tailwinds Power a Strong First Half for Midstream
As we cross the halfway mark of 2026, the energy space has already experienced a dramatic shift in the macro landscape. Supply disruptions in the Middle East turned a looming oil supply glut into a severe shortage with depleted global inventories, benefiting U.S. energy companies across the value chain.
ALEFX Alphabet Earnings an Ideal Time to Get Acquainted With These ETFs
In another one of this week's tests of investor sentiment around artificial intelligence (AI) – and a tentpole one at that — Google's parent company, Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL), reports second-quarter results after the close of U.S. markets on Wednesday, July 22.
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CoinShares debuts UCITS platform with Bitcoin mining fund
CoinShares has entered Europe's UCITS fund market, unveiling a regulated investment platform aimed at expanding its product lineup. CoinShares debuts UCITS platform with Bitcoin mining fund.
XRP's $1.18 breakout line draws a $300 million surge in leveraged bets
XRP open interest is above $2.4 billion, about $125 million up over the last week, as traders rebuilt derivatives exposure beneath the token's next price barrier. XRP trades near $1.13, up 1.5% over 48 hours, with CoinGlass recording $1.98 billion in futures volume, $274 million in spot volume, and $2.53 million in liquidations.
Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan says 'no change of plans'
Novartis chief executive officer Vas Narasimhan said on Tuesday he plans to stick around for the Swiss drugmaker's next phase of growth, ahead of a series of high-stakes trial data expected for the company in the second half of the year.
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Is First Trust Japan AlphaDEX ETF (FJP) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Making its debut on 04/18/2011, smart beta exchange traded fund First Trust Japan AlphaDEX ETF (FJP) provides investors broad exposure to the Asia-Pacific (Developed) ETFs category of the market.
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Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF (IYC)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Broad segment of the equity market, look no further than the iShares U.S. Consumer Discretionary ETF (IYC), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on June 12, 2000.
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Is Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Equity ETF (FNDE) a Strong ETF Right Now?
The Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Equity ETF (FNDE) made its debut on 08/13/2013, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Broad Emerging Market ETFs category of the market.
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Should iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Value ETF (IJJ) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on July 24, 2000, the iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Value ETF (IJJ) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Mid Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
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Is First Trust Growth Strength ETF (FTGS) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Growth category of the market, the First Trust Growth Strength ETF (FTGS) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 10/25/2022.
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Should You Invest in the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary Index Fund ETF Shares (VCR)?
Looking for broad exposure to the Consumer Discretionary - Broad segment of the equity market? You should consider the Vanguard Consumer Discretionary Index Fund ETF Shares (VCR), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on January 26, 2004.
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Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Technology - Semiconductors segment of the equity market, look no further than the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on September 20, 2016.
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Should iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF (IWY) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Large Cap Growth segment of the US equity market, the iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF (IWY) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on September 22, 2009.
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Is iShares Core S&P U.S. Growth ETF (IUSG) a Strong ETF Right Now?
The iShares Core S&P U.S. Growth ETF (IUSG) made its debut on 07/24/2000, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Style Box - All Cap Growth category of the market.
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Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Transportation ETF (IYT)?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Industrials - Transportation/Shipping segment of the equity market, look no further than the iShares U.S. Transportation ETF (IYT), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on October 6, 2003.
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Should WisdomTree U.S. Total Dividend ETF (DTD) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on June 16, 2006, the WisdomTree U.S. Total Dividend ETF (DTD) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Large Cap Value segment of the US equity market.
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Should State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) Be on Your Investing Radar?
If you're interested in broad exposure to the Large Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, look no further than the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on January 29, 1993.
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Is State Street SPDR S&P Transportation ETF (XTN) a Strong ETF Right Now?
The State Street SPDR S&P Transportation ETF (XTN) made its debut on 01/26/2011, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Industrials ETFs category of the market.
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Should You Invest in the State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP)?
Launched on June 19, 2006, the State Street SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Energy - Exploration segment of the equity market.
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Should Invesco S&P MidCap 400 Pure Growth ETF (RFG) Be on Your Investing Radar?
Launched on March 1, 2006, the Invesco S&P MidCap 400 Pure Growth ETF (RFG) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Mid Cap Growth segment of the US equity market.
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3M Upgrades FY Views as Profit, Revenue Rise
3M increased its full-year targets after reporting strong momentum in the first half of the year, with higher profit and sales in the second quarter.
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Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD tests nine-day EMA support near 1.3400
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD tests nine-day EMA support near 1.3400
“Oracle's Crash Has Cost Larry Ellison $213 Billion. Now It Could End His Son's $110 Billion Media Empire Dream”
Two crises are converging on a single family fortune at the worst possible moment.
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Bitcoin ETFs see $727M in inflows over five sessions, snapping brutal two-month bleed
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $727 million in net inflows over five consecutive sessions, reversing a brutal two-month outflow streak exceeding Bitcoin ETFs see $727M in inflows over five sessions, snapping brutal two-month bleed.
JP Morgan lifts M&S target on online margin opportunity
JP Morgan has raised its price target on Marks and Spencer Group PLC (LSE:MKS) to 450p from 440p, arguing the retailer has a clear opportunity to close much of the margin gap on its online fashion, home and beauty business. The bank reiterated its 'overweight' rating, with the new target implying roughly 19% upside.
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Ethereum ETF Money Is Creeping Back In After Two Brutal Months
Cash is now rolling back in to Ether ETFs, but traders stay cautious after a turbulent 60-day period.
Qualcomm Stock Slides 30%: Buying Opportunity Ahead of July 29 Earnings
Few stocks have tested investor patience like Qualcomm Inc. NASDAQ: QCOM this summer. After hitting a high at the end of May, the chip giant gave back over 30% of its value through last Friday's close, unwinding much of a rally that had looked like the start of something far more durable.
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3M Stock Jumps After Earnings. Growth Is Picking Up.
Tuesday, 3M reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and raised its full year financial outlook.
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