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FTSE 100 rises after US-China trade truce extension; key economic data in focus
FTSE 100 up 0.3%, FTSE 250 flatSpirax jumps on forecast of faster second-half sales growthBellway gains as it expects to build more homes in 2026UK hiring falls but wage growth stays highUS inflation data awaited Aug 12 (Reuters) - Britain's blue-chip index rose on Tuesday as an extended U.S...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Is CoreWeave a Buy, Sell, or Hold Before Aug. 13?
Key PointsCoreWeave is one of the fastest-growing stocks on the market today.The company is also posting wide losses and has a lot of debt.The stock has been volatile since its IPO in March. 10 stocks we like better than CoreWeave › Initial public offerings (IPOs) are known for being volatile, but C...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Is This Cryptocurrency the Biggest Winner of Trump's Tariffs? (Spoiler Alert: It's Not Bitcoin)
Key PointsDuring the period of peak tariff uncertainty, Ethereum was the top-performing major cryptocurrency.That Ethereum trounced Bitcoin during this period could signal a major shift in market sentiment.One supporting factor for Ethereum's best-in-class performance has been the growth of Ethereum...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
US STOCKS-Wall St futures steady as investors brace for crucial inflation data
Futures up: Dow 0.12%, S&P 500 0.05%, Nasdaq 0.02% Aug 12 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures were trading flat on Tuesday, as caution prevailed ahead of a key inflation report that could sway expectations over the Federal Reserve's next monetary policy move.There was also some relief th...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Why Newsmax Stock Sank 12.2% Last Month and Has Kept Plummeting in August
Key PointsNewsmax stock suffered a double-digit sell-off last month despite no major negative news for the company. The media specialist's share price has seen a dramatic downward turn after skyrocketing in the days of trading following its IPO. Newsmax hasn't benefited from recent momentum for othe...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
***Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2025September 16-17 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EDT/1830 GMT)October 28-29 (second day: statement releas...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
This Is the Average 401(k) Balance for Baby Boomers
Key PointsThe average might be bigger than you expect.Everyone's situation is unique.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Comparing your retirement savings nest egg to everyone else's can paint a misleading picture. Everyone's situation -- and needs -- are different....The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
CANADA STOCKS-TSX futures rise as US-China truce extension eases tariff jitters
Aug 12 (Reuters) - Futures tracking Canada's main stock index climbed on Tuesday as commodity prices firmed following the U.S.–China trade truce, while attention turned to the much-awaited U.S. inflation data for insight into the Federal Reserve's rate-cut trajectory.Futures on the S&P/T...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Intel climbs after CEO meets Trump
** Shares of chipmaker Intel INTC.O rise 3.3% to $21.3 premarket ** U.S. President Donald Trump said he met Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan on Monday, praising Tan and calling the meeting "very interesting"** Last week, Trump had demanded Tan's immediate resignation, calling him "highly conflic...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Is UPS Stock Stuck Back at Pre-Pandemic Levels, or Is There Room for Recovery in 2025?
Key PointsUnited Parcel Service's stock rose sharply during the pandemic as shopping from home rose.As the post-pandemic world opened back up again, UPS' business stalled and the company began to revamp its operations.UPS is preparing for the future by slimming down and refocusing on its highest-mar...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Got $1,000? 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever
Key PointsA leader in animal health trades at its lowest valuation ever.A Dividend King at a great price.A company poised to grow as the general population ages.10 stocks we like better than Zoetis › Right now is not a good time in the healthcare sector. Various companies across the space are well b...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Gold miners gain as bullion prices edge higher
** U.S.-listed shares of gold miners rise premarket, tracking rise in bullion prices GOL/** Spot gold XAU= up 0.2% at $3,348.22/ounce, after a sharp selloff in the previous session, as investors focused on U.S. inflation data that could shape the Federal Reserve's rate-cut timeline** Bullion sli...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Just Delivered Incredible News For Nvidia Stock Investors
Key PointsOpenAI CEO Sam Altman suggested that GPT-5 has made significant strides compared to prior models, especially in areas such as coding and healthcare.The release of GPT-5 and competing large language models bodes well for continued demand for Nvidia's GPU architectures and CUDA software plat...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
3 Reasons to Buy SoFi Technologies Stock Now, and 2 Reasons to Wait
Key PointsGetting people to switch banks isn't easy, but SoFi Technologies has been adding millions of new customers annually.With its own technology platform, SoFi can avoid software vendors that chew up its competitors' profits.SoFi's lending portfolio has an acceptable level of delinquency now, b...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
LIVE MARKETS-Tariff u-turn steadies gold, UBS keeps $3,500 view
STOXX 600 up 0.2%Eyes on US consumer pricesUS, China extend tariff truceWall St futures steadyWelcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com TARIFF U-TURN STEADIES GOLD, UBS...Reuters
Tue, Aug 12
Shock Sale at Berkshire Hathaway: Longtime Supporter and Berkshire Director’s Firm Sells 30% of Holdings
TradingKey - As shares of Berkshire Hathaway, the company led by legendary investor Warren Buffett, retreated from recent highs, a notable move by one of its board members has raised concerns. Davis Selected Advisers, an investment firm affiliated with Chris Davis — a long-time supporter of Buffett
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Tue, Aug 12
Why Is The Trade Desk Stock Crashing, and Is It a Buying Opportunity?
Investors were spooked by the actions taken by Amazon's (NASDAQ: AMZN) advertising segment and how they could impact The Trade Desk (NASDAQ: TTD).Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Should You Buy Fortinet Stock on the Dip?
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) provided insights on a new product launch that disappointed investors.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Aug. 8, 2025. The vide...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
Why D-Wave Quantum Stock Soared 17.4% Last Month and Has Inched Higher in August
Key PointsD-Wave Quantum stock recorded big gains last month with the help of bullish coverage from analysts. Multiple investment firms set price targets suggesting big return potential for the stock. D-Wave reported its second-quarter results this month, and its share price has moved higher thanks ...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
This AI Stock Is Soaring, but It's Not Too Late to Buy
Key PointsDigitalOcean's growth is starting to accelerate as its AI platform matures.The stock soared after the second-quarter earnings report as AI revenue more than doubled.It's not too late to buy the stock at a reasonable valuation.10 stocks we like better than DigitalOcean › DigitalOcean (NYSE:...The Motley Fool
Tue, Aug 12
