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Q1 Earnings Season Is Winding Down. Here Are the 5 Stocks That Defined It.
Key PointsIf inflation doesn’t abate soon, however, that story could change.For better or worse, spending on artificial intelligence (AI) solutions remains strong.10 stocks we like better than Nvidia › Earnings season isn't officially over yet. But with 95% of the S&P 500's (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) compani...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Powering Macau's Smart Future with AI —MACAU Pass and Ant Bank (Macao) Partner with Alibaba Ecosystem to Showcase Smart City Vision at BEYOND Expo
Macau – 28 May 2026 – The BEYOND International Technology Innovation Expo 2026 is being held in Macau from May 27 to 30 under the theme “AI: Digital to Physical”. During the expo, MACAU Pass and Ant Bank (Macao) presented alongside key Alibaba ecosystem partners—including Alibaba Cloud, Qwen AI Glasses, Wuying, and Wukong—to offer a comprehensive look at the complete innovation chain spanning from foundational computing power to real-world applications, telling the “Macau Story” of how fintech and digital technologies are reshaping the smart city experience. MACAU Pass: Cultivating a New Digital Payment Ecosystem to Empower Smart City and Greater Bay Area ConnectivityAs Macau accelerates its smart city development and advances its strategy for moderate economic diversification, digitalization has melded into the city dynamics, becoming a core engine for high-quality development. With deep roots in Macau for over two decades, MACAU Pass pioneered the city's transit card and e-wallet, actively driving the adoption of mobile payments. As a key contributor to Macau's digital economy, it is now helping the city’s digital ecosystem evolve from "convenient payments" to "intelligent services." Currently, MPay e-wallet serves nearly 90% of Macau's local residents and is deeply integrated into their daily lives, serving as a super-app that brings all digital services into one place. MPay has simplified daily routines, covering over one hundred lifestyle scenarios—including dining, retail, group-buying, ride-hailing, event tickets, utility bill payments, and cross-border payments.This digital payment interoperability also deepens Macau’s integration with the Chinese mainland and the global economy. Powered by the Alipay+ global payment network, MPay is now accepted in 62 countries and regions, while MACAU Pass’s merchant acquiring service covers approximately 90% of local businesses, enabling tourists from over 10 countries and regions to pay seamlessly with their local e-wallets, significantly enhancing the payment experience for inbound travelers. The familiar mCard has also evolved beyond local transport. New products like the “MACAU Pass–China T-Union mCard,” “Zhuhai-Macau Public Transport Card,” and “Wuhan-Macau Pass Card” now enable seamless public transport access across mainland cities, deepening Macau’s integration into the transportation networks of the Greater Bay Area and the nation.MACAU Pass is also at the forefront of integrating AI with its commercial services. In April 2026, the company launched its proprietary “AI Payment Assistant,” which lowers the technical barrier for small, medium, and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) to thrive in the AI era. Previously, MACAU Pass partnered with Amap to launch the “Macao City Life Support Program”. This initiative revitalizes local communities by boosting the visibility of time-honoured eateries and small merchants, especially those tucked away in the city’s alleys, through AI-powered digital storefronts and significant promotional traffic. “Macau, with its global outlook and national support, is seizing a strategic opportunity for the convergence of its digital economy and AI,” said Sun Ho, Chairman and CEO of MACAU Pass. “Widespread mobile payment adoption has built a solid digital foundation for diverse scenarios, while also accelerating Macau's connectivity with the Greater Bay Area and the world at large. Going forward, we will leverage AI as an engine to ensure that these innovations drive merchant growth, public convenience, and urban prosperity.”Ant Bank (Macao): Advancing All-Scenario Smart Finance to Upgrade Macau’s Modern Financial IndustryMacau’s modern financial industry is a key pillar of its economic diversification strategy and a critical force driving the real economy. Drawing on the technological strengths of Ant Group and Alibaba Group, Ant Bank (Macao)—the first digital bank fully integrated into the local ecosystem—has built an end-to-end digital financial service system. This system covers the core financial needs of residents and businesses, from payments, savings, wealth management, credit, to cross-border remittance, and is a powerful force for the high-quality development of Macau’s smart finance. In October 2025, the bank launched its first 24/7 unmanned self-service branch, which relies on intelligent technology to offer services like cash deposits, cheque drop-offs, and account inquiries, bringing smart finance into the daily lives of residents. As an international free port, the convenience and efficiency of Macau’s financial services are vital to its economic vitality and global competitiveness. Ant Bank (Macao) is driving this progress on all fronts: from building a cloud-native core system to extending offline smart service networks, and from ensuring precise coverage for personal inclusive finance to fully empowering corporate financial services, continuously injecting digital momentum into the city’s modern financial industry and helping to establish Macau as a global hub for financial innovation.Alibaba Ecosystem Partners to Shape a New Paradigm in Macau's Urban DevelopmentThe foundation for this collaboration was laid in 2017 with a strategic partnership framework agreement between the Macao SAR Government and Alibaba, which designated Alibaba Cloud as the core technical backbone for the city's smart city development. Building on this foundation, Alibaba Cloud took center stage at this year's BEYOND Expo, showcasing its world-leading AI infrastructure, a rich and open ecosystem of models, and innovative agent-building tools for enterprises and developers.Alibaba's Qwen model family offers a wide range of choices, from open-source to proprietary, balancing cost-effectiveness with local adaptation. This allows it to meet the diverse needs of large enterprises, SMMEs, and individual developers, accelerating the adoption of AI technology. Leveraging this core technology, Alibaba Cloud is advancing an open and accessible AI service ecosystem where both enterprises and developers can flexibly build the AI capabilities they require. Currently, Alibaba Cloud is widely serving the digital transformation of global enterprises, supporting the global expansion of Chinese companies and smart city construction, empowering the intelligent upgrading of countless industries with its secure and trusted technology. A variety of cutting-edge AI terminals and innovative applications from the Alibaba ecosystem were featured at the expo. A major highlight was the Qwen AI Glasses, connected to Alibaba's most powerful Qwen model. Functioning as both a wearable super-assistant and a first-person view camera, the glasses feature pioneering capabilities such as proactive services, spatial 3D display, and AI-cloned simultaneous interpretation. They are also seamlessly integrated with Alibaba's full suite of lifestyle services—including shopping, payments, ride-hailing and travel booking—and proved to be a major attraction for attendees at the expo. The showcase also featured the JVS Agent-Building Suite (including JVS Claw Teams, JVS Crew, and JVS Mobile), which demonstrated how its one-stop solution for building and deploying AI agents allows companies to create reliable “digital employee teams”. In addition, the Wukong AI Assistant and DingTalk A1 Office Intelligence Assistant are precisely tailored for core enterprise tasks—including content creation, smart meeting assistance, and collaborative workflows—all empowering businesses to achieve significant gains in digital performance.By combining MACAU Pass’s one-stop digital life services, Ant Bank (Macao)’s all-scenario smart finance, Alibaba Cloud’s foundational AI and computing power, and the tangible application of interactive products like the Qwen AI Glasses, Alibaba’s ecosystem companies are working in synergy. They are committed to creating a new urban service paradigm that is perceptive, interactive, and constantly evolving, partnering with Macau’s government, businesses, and the community to build a vibrant urban future where AI converges with digital and physical realities.Public Relations:Macau Pass Group Holdings Ltd.MayEmail: myt455242@alibaba-inc.com28/05/2026 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.comEQS
Thu, May 28
ASPEED Technology and Lattice Semiconductor Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Next-Generation Control for Datacenter Management
‒ Integration of Lattice FPGA Technology into ASPEED's AST1840 Platform Enables Flexible, Expandable Control for Modern Server Architectures ‒ HSINCHU and HILLSBORO, Ore., May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ASPEED Technology, the global leader in Baseboard Management Controllers (BMC) and Lattice Semicon...PR Newswire
Thu, May 28
3 AI Stocks Worth Holding Until You Retire
Key PointsPalantir could become the AI operating system for the entire U.S. economy.CrowdStrike is one of the best stocks to invest in as a bet on the growth of cybersecurity.Alphabet is an excellent way to invest in the broader consumption of AI across consumer and enterprise services.10 stocks we ...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
SpaceX Could Soon Be Worth $2 Trillion. This $66 Metric Is the One to Watch
Key PointsMore than 60% of SpaceX's sales come from its Starlink satellite internet service.Starlink's average revenue per user is $66 and falling.The company says it will decline further, but that operational efficiency will offset the drop.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires ›...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
The Stock Market Just Did Something for the 2nd Time in 100 Years, and History Says What Comes Next
Key PointsThe Shiller CAPE ratio has crossed 40 for only the second time in 100 years -- the first was right before the dot-com crash.When the CAPE ratio exceeds 30, historical data show average annual returns over the following decade tend to land in the low single digits.Despite the warning signs,...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Micron Is Nearing $1,000. Is a Stock Split Next?
Key PointsMicron recently topped $1 trillion in market cap.The stock hasn't split since 2000.Momentum in the stock is reaching a fever pitch following a price target hike to $1,650.10 stocks we like better than Micron Technology › Micron's (NASDAQ: MU) scorching hot run isn't over yet.The memory chi...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
XPEV: Inflection Point in Sight — Does the 'Eastern Tesla' Story Still Have Legs?
$XPeng(XPEV.US) released its Q1 2026 results after HK close and before U.S. pre-market on May 28 Beijing time. Overall, it beat under a low bar, with standout prints in auto GPM and Q2 guidance, as the new model cycle shows early signs of a turn.1) Revenue beat, but 'Services & others' fell from a s...Dolphin Research
Thu, May 28
Should You Buy Gold While It's Under $5,000?
Key PointsGold soared by 64% in 2025, far outpacing its average annual return of 7.5% over the last 50 years. The current economic and political climate favors more upside in the shiny yellow metal, but investors should manage their expectations. The SPDR Gold Shares ETF can be a convenient and cost...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
SoFi's Tech Platform Revenue Is the Quiet Story Behind the Stock
Key PointsSoFi Technologies shares have pulled back considerably since late last year, as investors walk back expectations about future growth.Don't forget about the growth potential with SoFi's two financial technology and infrastructure businesses, Galileo and Technisys.At scale, SoFi's Technology...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Jerome Powell Stepped Down as Federal Reserve Chairman With a 7-Word Warning That Speaks Volumes for Stock Investors
Key PointsPowell's tenure as Federal Reserve chairman has come to an end as inflation climbs higher.Powell answered questions about how the Fed's decisions will be shaped by higher energy prices.His answers should give investors some concerns about earnings growth going forward.10 stocks we like bet...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Nvidia Stock Has Struggled Over the Last Week. Here's What I Think Is Going On.
Key PointsNvidia's revenue growth accelerated to 85% in fiscal Q1, and the company's fiscal Q2 guidance points to even faster growth.The company boosted its dividend 25-fold and added $80 billion to its share repurchase authorization.Customer concentration and large forward supply commitments may be...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Prediction: ExxonMobil Will Outperform the S&P 500 in 2026
Key PointsThe global oil industry is in a fragile state because of the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East.Supply has fallen well short of demand, leading to higher energy prices, and there is no quick solution to the problem.ExxonMobil's stock has an early lead over the S&P 500 in 2026 that co...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
SpaceX Could Be Worth More Than Tesla the Moment It Goes Public. Here's Why.
Key PointsSpaceX is reportedly targeting a Nasdaq listing in June at a valuation of $1.75 trillion to $2 trillion.Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet business, is the main reason the valuation has held up.Tesla's market capitalization sits at about $1.65 trillion as of this writing.These 10 stocks...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Crypto Daily | Bitcoin Slides Below $75,000 Amid Iran Strike Reports; Mastercard Receives New York BitLicense; SoFi Enters Stablecoins
Crypto Daily is our column tracking crypto market trends, offering timely insights and valuable updates to keep you informed.Crypto NewsThe U.S. has conducted new strikes against Iran, Reuters reported Wednesdayevening. Details are sparse, but the headline was enough to send an already weakcrypto ma...Tiger News
Thu, May 28
Why IREN Stock Popped Today
Key PointsDell is supplying IREN with the AI equipment it needs for its Childress, Texas campus.IREN is working to alleviate a major constraint in the AI boom: time-to-compute.10 stocks we like better than Iren › Shares of IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) climbed on Wednesday after the artificial intelli...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Sandisk Has Climbed From $36 to $1,590 in a Year. What the AI Memory Boom Means for the Stock From Here.
Key PointsSandisk's fiscal third-quarter revenue jumped 251% year over year, with data center revenue up roughly 645%.The company has signed five multi-year customer contracts totaling more than $11 billion in financial guarantees.At an all-time high, the stock's price already reflects much of the s...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Shell vs. BP: Better Oil Stock for the Iran War?
Key PointsThe geopolitical conflict unfolding in the Middle East has disrupted the global energy market.Shell and BP both have exposure to the region.BP is more highly leveraged and has been dealing with leadership issues.10 stocks we like better than BP › Shell (NYSE: SHEL) and BP (NYSE: BP) are tw...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Lindblad’s Chief Expedition Officer Trims His Stake by 10K Shares
Key Points10,000 shares were directly sold for a transaction value of ~$200,500 at around $20.05 per share on May 21, 2026.This sale represented 9.0% of Trey Byus's direct holdings, reducing his position from 111,530 to 101,530 shares.No indirect or derivative participation occurred; all shares were...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 28
Hang Seng Index Slips Below 25,000; Chip Shares Buck Weakness; Hua Hong Semi Jumps 8%
1. Market OverviewThe Hang Seng Index down 1.45% to 24,961.17, sliding back below the psychologically important 25,000 mark. The China Enterprises Index lost 1.25% to 8,357.62, while the Hang Seng Tech Index proved relatively resilient, easing 0.74% to 4,871.29. Risk appetite was subdued after a wea...Tiger News
Thu, May 28
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