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Petco confirms security lapse exposed customers' personal data
Pet products and services giant Petco disclosed a data breach on Wednesday in a filing with California's attorney general, which the company says involves the personal information of its customers.
MDT Stock Set to Benefit From the FDA Clearance of Hugo RAS System
Medtronic gains from the FDA clearance of its Hugo RAS system, expanding U.S. access to robotic-assisted urologic surgery.
Will the Federal Market Entry Enhance CoreWeave's Competitive Lead?
CRWV's federal push boosts momentum as soaring Q3 revenues and early NASA adoption signal wider public-sector potential.
Netflix Is Buying Warner Bros. in an $83B Deal.
The acquisition will see massive franchises including Harry Potter and Friends brought into the same portfolio as Stranger Things and Squid Game.
Why Bitcoin May Soon Outpace Other Famous Assets
Bitcoin has subjected investors to a wild ride over the past couple of months, betraying historically favorable seasonality to start the fourth quarter while notching steep losses. In better news, the largest cryptocurrency appears to have found its footing as it traded above $90,000 for much of the week ending December 5.
Interest Rates Are Going Lower: 4 Quality 7%+ Dividend Stocks to Buy Now
Interest rate cuts make high-yield dividend stocks more attractive by reducing competition from fixed-income investments and lowering companies' borrowing costs, thereby supporting both dividend sustainability and stock price appreciation.
Tempus AI Boosts Its Clinical AI Capabilities Through Strategic Moves
TEM expands its clinical AI reach through regulatory wins, a new oncology partnership and a major digital-pathology acquisition.
Cloudflare stumbles again, breaking big chunks of the internet
A glitch at internet infrastructure firm Cloudflare knocked out a swathe of major websites on Friday morning, causing widespread outages for users trying to access services like LinkedIn, Zoom, Canva and Shopify. The issue began shortly after 9am UK time, when Cloudflare reported problems with its dashboard and APIs.
Trump administration views Netflix and Warner Bros. deal with 'heavy skepticism,' senior White House official says
The Trump administration has "heavy skepticism" about the newly announced $72 billion deal for Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's film and streaming assets.
Will McDonald's Beverage Strategy Reignite Its 2026 U.S. Momentum?
MCD tests an expanded beverage lineup that's driving stronger visits and checks, positioning the chain for a potential 2026 lift.
Ulta Beauty Q3 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates, FY25 View Raised
ULTA beats third-quarter estimates with strong sales gains and lifts its fiscal 2025 outlook as comps rise and Space NK boosts growth.
How Is Affirm Threading BNPL Growth Through Pacsun's Holiday Cart?
AFRM taps Pacsun's holiday rush with new pay-over-time options, aiming to lift volume as young shoppers embrace BNPL.
2 Fidelity ETFs To Buy Before 2026
With hundreds of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) available in the industry today, it can become overwhelming to pick the right one.
Trinity Capital: Despite Risks, 14% Yield Worth Considering
Trinity Capital stands out in the BDC space for its ~14% dividend yield, niche growth strategy, internal management, growing net investment income and rising book value. However, it faces risks, including relatively low first lien loans, relatively low floating rate debt, interest rate sensitivity and investment style. This report reviews all of the above and then concludes with my strong opinion on investing.
Reasons to Add Omnicell Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
OMCL's expanding SaaS pipeline, global push and solid solvency highlight growth potential despite rising competition.
Can Kinross Gold Sustain Its Shareholder-Focused Momentum?
KGC's surging cash flow and strong liquidity are powering shareholder returns, with an ambitious $750 million return plan for 2025.
Buy Marvell Technology as a Potential Dark Horse of AI Chips in 2026
MRVL posts strong Q3 fiscal 2026 growth and sees data center momentum driving its fiscal 2027 outlook.
Buy 5 Growth Stocks for December to Strengthen Your Portfolio
MU, FIX, KGC, ONON and MDB are five growth picks showing strong revenue and earnings growth heading into December.
Netflix Wins Bidding War For Warner Bros. Discovery With $83 Billion Deal
The bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is officially over, as the entertainment giant and Netflix (NFLX) announced an $83 billion deal Friday.
5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens
Stock futures are inching higher after the major indexes turned in a mixed performance on Thursday; investors are awaiting the release of the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation; Netflix has reached a deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery; shares of Hewlett Packard Enterprise are tumbling after a disappointing earnings report; and Ulta Beauty shares are surging after the retailer released strong results.
3 Oil & Gas Drillers That Look Resilient Despite Pressure
RIG, HP and PTEN stand out as resilient picks as the Zacks Oil and Gas - Drilling industry faces softer demand, rising costs and firmer deepwater trends.
HON Stock: How Honeywell Compares To 3M For Investors
3M stock has risen by 33% this year, fueled by a mix of strategic and operational enhancements, including a successful strategic turnaround that focuses on cost reductions and transitioning the product mix towards higher-margin offerings. Significant contributing factors encompass robust financial performance, with the company consistently exceeding analyst expectations for earnings and revenue.
How Apple Stock Can Break $300
Apple (AAPL) has an impressive history of swift increases, with rallies exceeding 30% within a period of less than two months during years like 2010, 2019, and 2024. Significantly, there were two instances where gains surpassed 50% within about two months, specifically in 2012 and 2020.
DocuSign: A Value Buy As Net Retention Improves
DocuSign (DOCU) is a contrarian rebound play, trading at value territory after a 25% YTD decline despite strong Q3 results. DOCU's platform strategy, IAM, is driving positive net retention, expanded deals, and multiple monetization streams, supporting renewed sales momentum. At 3.9x EV/FY27 revenue and 16.6x FY26 P/E, DOCU offers a de-risked entry point with recurring revenue and international growth potential.
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros in $82.7B deal
Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX, XETRA:NFC) and Warner Bros Discovery Inc (NASDAQ:WBD, XETRA:J5A) announced an agreement under which Netflix will acquire Warner Bros, including its film and television studios, HBO Max, and HBO, in a transaction valued at approximately $82.7 billion. The deal combines Netflix's global streaming platform with Warner Bros' film and television operations and legacy franchises.
First Phosphate jumps after analysts cites key role in Western LFP supply chain
Shares of First Phosphate Corp. (CSE:PHOS, OTCQX:FRSPF) surged more than 12% on Thursday after research firm Emerging Growth initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a 12-month price target of C$4.93, saying the Québec-based developer is positioned to anchor a Western supply chain for purified phosphoric acid (PPA) used in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. In its note, Emerging Growth said that it believes the market is “underpricing the combination of ore quality, deep-water logistics at the Port of Saguenay, and a staged integration plan that generates cash from concentrate sales while the acid plant advances toward feasibility and FID.
Victoria's Secret (VSCO) Reports Q3 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates
Victoria's Secret (VSCO) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.27 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.6. This compares to a loss of $0.5 per share a year ago.
UP Fintech: Turning Bullish On Q3 Growth Acceleration And Positive Full-Year Prospects (Rating Upgrade)
I raise my rating for UP Fintech from Hold to Buy, following my assessment of its Q3 results and FY25 outlook. TIGR reported a more rapid rate of revenue growth and net margin improvement in the recent quarter. The company should do well for the full year, considering positive management disclosures, favorable regulatory developments, and the good progress made in Hong Kong.
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. in a disruptive deal valued at $82.7B
In one of the most groundbreaking deals the streaming world has ever seen, Netflix announced on Friday its acquisition of Warner Bros. with an enterprise value of $82.7 billion.
Tesla brings cut-price Model 3 to Europe as EV battle heats up
Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) is betting on a more affordable Model 3 to help it claw back market share in Europe, where electric vehicle sales are under pressure and the competition keeps getting cheaper. On Friday, the company began offering a stripped-back version of its Model 3 sedan in several European countries, just weeks after launching the same model in the United States.
