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BUZZ-PREVIEW: Discover shares hit record; seen reporting Q4 rev, EPS increase
** Shares in Discover Financial Services DFS.N up 2.4% on Wed hitting record high in session ahead of quarterly results due out after market close and quarterly conference call scheduled for before open on Thursday ** Capital One COF.N announced all-stock ~$35.3 bln deal to buy DFS in 2024. Deal...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
US STOCKS-S&P 500 hits record high on Netflix results, Trump's AI investment plans
For a Reuters live blog on U.S., UK and European stock markets, click LIVE/ or type LIVE/ in a news window.Oracle up after Trump unveils $500 bln AI planProcter & Gamble gains after upbeat Q2 resultsIndexes up: Dow 0.29%, S&P 500 0.84%, Nasdaq 1.50%Updates with mid-session tradingBy Johann M Cherian...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
What the Big Banks Are Up To
In this podcast, Motley Fool contributor Matt Frankel and host Mary Long break down big bank earnings. They also discuss:Why comparisons to 2023 give banks more credit than they may deserve.The split between JPMorgan's investment banking and consumer businesses.Growing interest in private credit mar...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
Why Nintendo Stock Popped Today
Nintendo (OTC: NTDOY) stock rose 2.5% through 11:45 a.m. ET Wednesday after the Japanese video game giant confirmed that it will be releasing a successor to the popular Nintendo Switch gaming console later this year.It's name: Nintendo Switch 2.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
Investors Check the Label on Retail
In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Nick Sciple and host Dylan Lewis discuss:Why Wall Street wasn't keen on strong holiday updates from Abercrombie & Fitch and Lululemon, and where these brands sit in their market opportunity.Aritzia's continued expansion into the U.S. and how the "everyday luxury"...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
Why Oracle Stock Is Skyrocketing Today
Shares of Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) are flying higher on Wednesday. The company's stock is up 6.4% as of 11:20 a.m. ET, but gained as much as 11.3% earlier in the day. The sharp move came as the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.7% and 1.3%, respectively.Oracle is at the heart of Project Stargate,...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
Nicolet Bankshares Inc reports results for the quarter ended December 31 - Earnings Summary
Nicolet Bankshares Inc NIC.N reported quarterly adjusted earnings of $2.17 per share for the quarter ended December 31, higher than the same quarter last year, when the company reported EPS of $2.15. The mean expectation of five analysts for the quarter was for earnings of $1.98 per share. Wall S...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
UPDATE 4-P&G beats targets for sales, profit on improving US demand for homecare products
P&G beats Q2 estimates, maintains annual forecastsOrganic volumes rise as prices remain unchanged in Q2P&G shares up 3% Adds details from the call in paragraphs 3, 8, 9 and 10By Ananya Mariam Rajesh and Jessica DiNapoliJan 22 (Reuters) - Procter & Gamble PG.N beat quarterly estimates for sales and p...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
Why Rocket Lab Stock Sank 8% Today
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB) stock stumbled 8.2% through 11:30 a.m. ET Wednesday, giving back some of its mammoth 30% gain from Tuesday, a gain arising from investor enthusiasm over newly inaugurated President Trump's own excitement about using U.S. companies to send astronauts to Mars.Why investors ar...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
LIVE MARKETS-Inflation risks may keep Trump from trying to devalue US dollar
Main U.S. indexes green; Nasdaq out front, up ~1.5% S&P 500 hits record highEuro STOXX 600 index up ~0.4%Dollar, crude ~flat; gold gains; bitcoin down >2.5%U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield rises to ~4.61%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can s...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
The Ownership Battles at U.S. Steel and TikTok
In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst Jason Moser and host Mary Long discuss:Why so many companies want in on U.S. Steel.How to factor CEO personality into potential investments.TikTok's potential buyers.Then, Motley Fool host Alison Southwick and personal finance expert Robert Brokamp tackle the lis...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
BUZZ-SmartFinancial rises after Q4 profit beats estimates
** Shares of community bank SmartFinancial SMBK.N jump as much as 8%; last up 3.3% at $33.25** SMBK late Tuesday posted Q4 profit of 57 cents/shr, beating analysts' estimates of 51 cents/shr - LSEG data** Q4 net interest income was $37.8 mln, topping estimates of $36.5 mln ** Net interest margi...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
These 3 Stocks Are Down to Start 2025. What's Going On?
In this podcast, Motley Fool analyst David Meier and host Dylan Lewis discuss:The Sonos CEO transition and how the company can restore its status as a premium brand in audio...and maybe more.Moderna's massive revenue adjustment, and how it highlights the company's need to diversify revenue streams.S...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
1 Fantastic Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Down 35% to Buy in 2025
In this video, I will cover the recent updates regarding Adobe (NASDAQ: ADBE). Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were from the trading day of Jan. 17, 2025. The video was published on Jan. 20, 2025.Where to invest $1,...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
Should Investors Buy Amazon Stock Before Jan. 31?
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) boasts one of the best management teams of any company.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. See the 10 stocks »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 19, 2025. The video was pub...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
Nvidia and AI Stock Investors Got Amazing News From a Massive AI Infrastructure Investment
In today's video, I discuss the recent AI infrastructure announcement by OpenAI, SoftBank, Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), and various AI stocks that can benefit from the massive investment. To learn more, check out the short video, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.Where to invest $...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
BUZZ-Amphenol jumps to all-time high after fourth-quarter results beat
** Shares of electronic equipment maker Amphenol APH.N up as much as 7.2% to a record high of $78** Co reports Q4 sales, profit beat on robust demand for its sensors and connectors in the data communications and defense sectors, along with contributions from recent acquisitions** Sales rise 29.8% to...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
Why Procter & Gamble Stock Was Moving Higher Today
Shares of household products giant Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) were gaining today after the maker of Crest toothpaste and Gillette razors posted another solid earnings report, edging out analyst estimates.As of 10:18 a.m. ET, the stock was up 2.7%. Broader gains in the market also likely helped push...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
GLOBAL MARKETS-Global shares jump on Trump's AI push, dollar at two-week low
Adds quote, updates pricesGlobal stocks jump, led by tech sectorSTOXX 600, DAX, FTSE 100 hit recordsTrump in AI infrastructure pushDollar hits two-week low on tariff delayBy Samuel Indyk and Koh Gui Qing NEW YORK/LONDON, Jan 22 (Reuters) - Global shares rose on Wednesday, powered by a rise in tec...Reuters
Wed, Jan 22
Should Investors Buy Palantir Stock Before Feb. 3?
Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) is scheduled to provide an investor update that could have enormous implications for stock market investors.Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 19, 2025...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 22
