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Australia's WiseTech Global gains as brokerages remain upbeat on co's E2open buy
** Shares of WiseTech Global WTC.AX rise 2.6% to A$107.48, their highest levels since October 23, 2024** The logistics software firm on Monday reported a $2.1 billion acquisition of U.S. cloud computing firm E2open ETWO.N** Morningstar sees the deal as "opportunistic" amid ETWO's declini...Reuters
Tue, May 27
Meet the Monster Quantum Computing Stock That Continues to Crush the Market
When thinking about quantum computing, names such as Nvidia, Alphabet, Microsoft, or Amazon might come to mind. Each of these companies has developed custom chips and software focused on quantum computing technology -- providing them with even more opportunity to dominate the artificial intelligence...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
NZ's Fisher and Paykel rises; Morgan Stanley sees tariffs as key focus ahead of annual results
** Shares of New Zealand's Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp FPH.NZ up 1% at NZ$36.53 ** The medical equipment maker to report FY25 results on Wednesday** Morgan Stanley expects FY26 NPAT forecast of NZ$422 million ($253.16 million) vs Visible Alpha estimate of NZ$426 million** Brokerage says ...Reuters
Tue, May 27
1 Unstoppable Stock That Can Double Within Five Years to Join the $1 Trillion Club
The $1 trillion club has invited quite a few new members through its doors since Apple first broke through its threshold in 2018. Ten companies traded on U.S. stock exchanges have qualified for membership since, and that number should continue to grow over time as the world economy expands.But predi...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks and euro jump on Trump EU tariff delays
LONDON/SINGAPORE, May 26 (Reuters) - Global markets climbed on Monday and the euro rallied after U.S. President Donald Trump kicked his threat to slap 50% tariffs on European Union goods into July, marking another temporary trade policy reprieve.
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Tue, May 27
Is Palantir a Millionaire-Maker Stock?
Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) highlights the potential life-changing impacts of stock market investing. If you had invested $10,000 into the data analytics company three years ago, you would have a jaw-dropping $151,000 day -- a return of roughly 1,400%. The benchmark S&P 500 returned a modes...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
This Dividend King's Yield Has Never Been This High. Time to Buy, or Run Away?
Looking for a safe investment? It's often a good idea to start with companies that pay and raise dividends. These companies generally feature durable competitive advantages and the steady and profitable growth needed to send more cash to shareholders each year.Companies that raise dividends long eno...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
Will Nvidia Soar After May 28? History Offers a Decidedly Clear Answer.
In 2023 and 2024, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) pretty much equaled a ticket to an investment win. Over that time period, shares of the artificial intelligence (AI) chip giant skyrocketed, gaining more than 800%. This was thanks to the company's dominance in the high-growth market that supercharged earnings...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
Prediction: After 2 Big Cuts, This 7%-Yielding Dividend Stock Will Start Raising Its Dividend by the End of 2025
The past few years have been rough for Medical Properties Trust (NYSE: MPW) and its investors. The hospital-focused real estate investment trust (REIT) has battled tenant issues and higher interest rates. These headwinds forced it to slash its dividend twice. However, the company appears to have fin...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
3 Monster Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years
Most investors are best served by owning high-quality "forever" stocks, even if these stocks are only apt to produce average returns.Every now and then, though, there's good reason to take a shot on a higher-risk ticker with a ton of upside potential. The key is just identifying the right -- even if...The Motley Fool
Tue, May 27
Amazon Just Sent a Massive Warning to Nvidia Investors
Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has seen its sales soar on the back of a few big customers spending heavily to outfit data centers with as many of the chipmaker's GPUs as they can buy. Its top three customers accounted for 34% of sales last year.Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) is likely one of those big customers. The ...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 26
Here's How Intel Could Be Affected by the United States' Rare Earths Trade With China
Rare earths were just one of many issues that arose during the salvos of the recent trade war between the United States and China. The tensions between the two nations seem to have eased -- a little at least -- with the nations' recent announcement of a 90-day pause regarding the recently heightened...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 26
EMERGING MARKETS-Latam assets steady after Trump postpones EU tariffs, trade deal eyed
Latam FX, stocks up 0.3% eachBrazilian consumer confidence rises in May from AprilBrazil posts smaller-than-expected April current account deficitMexico central bank minutes due on dayBy Nikhil Sharma and Purvi Agarwal May 26 (Reuters) - Latin American assets strengthened on Monday after U.S. Pre...Reuters
Mon, May 26
Brokerages upbeat on WiseTech Global's E2open buy, but flag caution
** Logistics software firm WiseTech Global WTC.AX on Monday reported a $2.1 billion acquisition of U.S. cloud computing firm E2open ETWO.N** Morningstar sees the deal as "opportunistic" amid ETWO's declining share price and WTC's aim to consolidate the freight-forwarding software sec...Reuters
Mon, May 26
European stocks recover after Trump delays EU tariffs in hopes of deal
Defence stocks, car makers lead gains on STOXX 600Thyssenkrupp rises after report of shareholder meeting plansSTOXX 600 up 1%, its biggest one-day gain in two weeksBy Nikhil Sharma and Purvi Agarwal May 26 (Reuters) - European shares kicked off the week on a positive note on Monday, recouping the...Reuters
Mon, May 26
South African rand slips, local rate decision in focus
JOHANNESBURG, May 26 (Reuters) - The South African rand weakened on Monday, with the central bank's interest rate decision likely to be the highlight this week.At 1533 GMT, the rand traded at 17.86 against the dollar ZAR=D3, about 0.2% weaker than its previous close.The South African Reserve Ban...Reuters
Mon, May 26
EU sees 'new impetus' in US trade talks, businesses worry over uncertainty
US president grants extension request European Commission chief says EU will move rapidlyEuropean shares recoup losses, euro risesUS and EU trade representatives to speak on MondayBy Philip Blenkinsop and Giulio Piovaccari BRUSSELS, May 26 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to...Reuters
Mon, May 26
Thyssenkrupp to separate automotive, materials trading units in latest overhaul
Thyssenkrupp to sell minority stakes in three divisionsMove continues simplification of sprawling structureShares up 8.3%By Tom KäckenhoffDUESSELDORF, May 26 (Reuters) - Thyssenkrupp TKAG.DE is planning to sell minority stakes in its automotive, materials trading and green technologies divisions in ...Reuters
Mon, May 26
3 Top Cybersecurity Stocks to Buy in May
When it comes to cybersecurity, I don't know much about how it works from an experiential perspective. So, I suppose one could say I'm an outsider. But even an outsider like me understands that businesses must invest in cybersecurity in 2025. And I can appreciate that the need for cybersecurity will...The Motley Fool
Mon, May 26
