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Tariff volatility drives investors to actively managed funds
By Patturaja MurugaboopathyJuly 9 (Reuters) - Global investors are pivoting towards actively managed equity funds this year as market volatility rises on worries over U.S. tariffs and the stock market rally broadens beyond a few mega-cap tech stocks.According to LSEG Lipper data, active equity fund...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in July for Passive Income
Key PointsEnbridge has increased its 6%-yielding payout for 30 straight years. Energy is volatile, but Chevron is a survivor with a strong dividend track record.Enterprise Products Partners is a midstream company on the cusp of growth.10 stocks we like better than Enterprise Products Partners › The ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Bloom Energy, AES Corp, Starbucks
The Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8 U.S. stock index futures edged up on Wednesday as investors assessed President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff moves and kept a close watch on negotiations with global trade partners. ...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
Vertical Aerospace tumbles after launching $60 mln stock offering
** US-listed shares of air-taxi maker Vertical Aerospace EVTL.N tumble 26.2% premarket to $5.13 on planned equity raise** UK-based firm late Tues commenced $60 mln stock offering** Deutsche Bank and William Blair are jt bookrunners** Co intends to use net offering proceeds to fund R&D for contin...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
FVCBankcorp gets 'overweight' rating as Piper Sandler resumes coverage
** Piper Sandler resumes coverage of Virginia-based community bank FVCBankcorp FVCB.O at "overweight" rating ** Says the bank is geographically well-positioned and backed by strong capital levels and a low-risk credit profile** Brokerage thinks some element of scarcity value should creep int...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
53% of Warren Buffett's $259 Billion Stock Portfolio Is Invested in Just 3 Stocks
Key PointsBuffett, who's stepping down soon as CEO, has been one of the greatest investors.Investors can always look for stock ideas in Berkshire's large equities portfolio.Buffett and his team do their homework and are never afraid to go all in on stocks.10 stocks we like better than Apple › Warren...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
ProKidney's Stock Rockets 30% Premarket After Soaring 515% Tuesday on Positive Phase 2 Trial Results
ProKidney Corp. stock rose 30% in premarket trading on Wednesday after soaring 515% in previous trading day.The cell therapy developer announced positive topline results from a mid-stage trial for its lead candidate, rilparencel, in patients with chronic kidney disease and diabetes.Citing its Phase...Tiger News
Wed, Jul 9
T-Mobile falls as KeyBanc downgrades to 'underweight'
** Shares of wireless carrier T-Mobile TMUS.O fall 1.8% to $231.8 premarket ** Brokerage KeyBanc Capital Markets downgrades TMUS to "underweight" from "sector weight"** "We think TMUS's consumer value prop has deteriorated due to recent pricing actions, which suggest TMUS sho...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
Norfolk Southern inches down after Citi cuts to 'neutral' on valuation
** Shares of U.S. rail road operator Norfolk Southern NSC.N falls nearly 1% to $260, in premarket** Citi downgrades co to 'neutral' from 'buy', but lifts PT to $288 from $259, an upside of 10.3% to the stock's last close** Says downgrading NSC mainly due to high valuation of shar...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
Looking to Generate Passive Income? Consider These 3 Rock-Solid Dividend King Stocks
Key PointsEmerson Electric has restructured its business to focus on long-term growth opportunities.Kenvue is a good choice for investors mainly focused on capital preservation and passive income.American States Water is a water utility stock that has paid dividends since its founding in 1931.10 sto...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
5 Reasons to Buy Ethereum Before 2030
Key PointsEthereum’s developer ecosystem will expand as it upgrades its network.Its increased network activity will reduce its supply and stabilize its price.New ETFs and declining interest rates should draw in more institutional investors.10 stocks we like better than Ethereum › Ether (CRYPTO: ETH)...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
Scotiabank says NextEra Energy's outlook safe from impact of Trump's bill
** Scotiabank says its confident that utility NextEra Energy's NEE.N near-term outlook for renewable capacity additions remains on track ** Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) provides for 100% tax credits for wind and solar through mid-2030 and for storage through 2037 if developers h...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
LIVE MARKETS-200% pharma tariffs: "rhetoric"
STOXX 600 up 0.7%DAX hits new recordBanks, industrials lead gainersTrump makes new tariff threatsWall Street 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.com200% PHARMA ...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
Verona jumps after Merck's $10 billion acquisition
** U.S.-listed shares of lung therapy firm Verona Pharma VRNA.O I9SAy.F jump 20.3% to $104.47 premarket ** Merck MRK.N will buy London-based Verona Pharma for about $10 billion** Merck will pay $107 per American depository share for Verona** The purchase price is a premium of about 23% to Verona ADS...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
Palantir Technologies Has Been the S&P 500's Hottest Stock Over the Past Year, and It's Not Even Close. Can Its Incredible Rally Continue?
Key PointsPalantir's strong growth propelled the stock to incredible returns over the past year.Its high valuation, however, means that expectations are also extremely elevated.10 stocks we like better than Palantir Technologies › Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) is a data analytics company that...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
3 Cybersecurity Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for the Next Decade
Key PointsPalo Alto is seeing increased demand for cybersecurity with the growth of AI.CrowdStrike is best known for addressing endpoint security solutions.Zscaler's no-trust platform is ideal for remote and hybrid workforces.10 stocks we like better than Palo Alto Networks › More than ever, busines...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
PVH Corp slips as TD Cowen downgrades to 'hold'
** Shares of Tommy Hilfiger parent PVH Corp PVH.N down 2.4% at $72.11 premarket** Brokerage TD Cowen downgrades stock to "hold" from "buy"; cuts PT by $24 to $74, just above the last close of $73.85** Says tariff rates on apparel sourcing are moving materially higher than 10% based o...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
Verona jumps after Merck nearing $10 billion acquisition
** U.S.-listed shares of lung therapy firm Verona Pharma VRNA.O I9SAy.F rise 20.3% to $104.47 premarket ** Merck MRK.N is nearing a deal worth about $10 billion to buy UK-based Verona, companies say** Merck will pay $107 per American depository share for Verona** The reported purchase price will be ...Reuters
Wed, Jul 9
I Just Hit $20,000 Annually -- Am I Ready to Retire in 8 Years?
Key PointsA Reddit poster has built a portfolio that produces $20,000 in dividend income.Retiring in eight years is the goal but what's the best path forward?The poster will need to consider income needs and make sure the portfolio is sufficiently diversified to reduce risk.The $23,760 Social Securi...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
Motley Fool CEO Echoes Buffett: "The Best Time to Sell a Stock Is Never"
Key PointsHolding on to shares of great companies for many years is a solid way to become rich.There are some good reasons to sell a stock, though, along with bad reasons.Day trading is a particularly bad idea. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › Billionaires and CEOs say the ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jul 9
