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Crinetics Pharma climbs after $350 mln stock sale
Shares of Crinetics Pharmaceuticals CRNX.O up 2.3% premarket to $47 after $350 mln follow-on priced San Diego, California-based firm late Tues sold 7.62 mln shares at $45.95 CRNX shares closed down 4.6% at $45.95 on Tues after co announced offering to fund commercial activities in connecti...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
Lucid's Cars Are Great, but Lucid Stock Is Still an Easy "No" as 2026 Begins
Key PointsLucid's electric vehicles are terrific, but the company hasn't sold enough of them yet.The company needs to drastically increase annual sales just to break even on its huge Arizona factory.Much of its cash comes from a single investor -- a huge risk. 10 stocks we like better than Lucid Gro...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
The Smartest Vanguard ETF to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Key PointsThe Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG) has been a stellar performer over the past three years.Given the current backdrop of healthy economic growth, strong earnings, and lower interest rates, the rally could continue.I prefer growth ETFs over tech ETFs due to better sector coverage.10 stocks we lik...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
Warren Buffett's Legacy: 3 of His Favorite Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever
Key PointsBuffett's successful approach to stock investing will remain a hot topic, even as he is retiring.Following Buffett's lead, it's a great idea to invest in stocks that are capable of performing well over the long term.Three of Buffett's very favorite stocks are great forever options. 10 stoc...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
GameStop climbs as CEO's pay tied to $100 billion valuation target
Video game retailer GameStop's GME.N shares rise 4.1% to $21.50 premarketCo announces performance-based compensation plan for CEO Ryan CohenPlan requires GameStop to reach $100 bln market cap and $10 bln EBITDAGME fell 35.9% in 2025Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
Cal-Maine Foods Q2 profit beats estimates as prepared foods segment grows
OverviewEgg producer's fiscal Q2 revenue fell 19.4%, missing analyst expectationsEPS for fiscal Q2 beat analyst expectationsCompany acquired Clean Egg, LLC to expand specialty egg capacityOutlookCal-Maine expects sales mix shift to enhance earnings durability over timeCompany anticipates sustain...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
US STOCKS-S&P 500, Nasdaq futures inch lower after rally; labor data in focus
Futures: Dow up 0.04%, S&P 500 down 0.15%, Nasdaq down 0.35% Jan 7 (Reuters) - Futures linked to the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq inched lower on Wednesday, as investors took a pause after the S&P 500 and the Dow hit record highs in the previous session, while caution also set in ahead of s...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
MORNING BID AMERICAS-It's all about the jobs
By Amanda Cooper Jan 7 (Reuters) - A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Amanda Cooper.Oil is in the spotlight this morning, under pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement on social media that Venezuela will be "turning over" up to 50 million barrels of...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in January
Key PointsAres Capital is well-positioned to deliver market-beating total returns.Enbridge offers a safe dividend and strong growth opportunities.Realty Income has increased its dividend for 133 consecutive quarters.10 stocks we like better than Ares Capital › Want to start the new year on a positiv...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
Deutsche Bank sees European insurers offering steady growth, tech upside
Deutsche Bank expects European insurers to grow book value by about 8%, earnings by 9% and offer dividend yield of 4.5% in 2026Says sector backed by strong capital and cash flow, outperforming the European market but lagging banks in recent yearsNotes life insurance could regain favour with "hea...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
Can Bitcoin Bounce Back in 2026?
Key PointsBitcoin fell about 5% in 2025 despite hitting record levels earlier in the year.Concerns about the economy and the cryptocurrency's valuation likely weighed on retail investors' minds in recent months.10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) started 2025 out hot, hitti...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
What Is the Plan for Berkshire Hathaway's $300 Billion Equity Portfolio Following Warren Buffett's Retirement?
Key PointsWarren Buffett officially retired from the CEO role at Berkshire Hathaway as of Jan. 1. Greg Abel has assumed CEO duties but will probably concentrate on the operating businesses. Given Todd Combs' unexpected recent departure, it's likely that Ted Wechsler will run the $300 billion equity...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2026January 27-28 (second day: statement released 1400 EST/1900 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EST/1930 GMT)March 17-18 (second day: statement released 1...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
Piper Sandler downgrades Arthur J. Gallagher to 'neutral'
Piper Sandler downgrades insurance broker Arthur J. Gallagher's AJG.N shares to "neutral" from "overweight"Cuts PT to $272 from $276, still a 3.8% upside to stock's last closeSays long-term prospects for insurance brokers are excellent, but incrementally less optimistic in th...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
LIVE MARKETS-Europe's auto sector remains bleak, but is it priced in?
STOXX 600 little changedDAX hits new recordEnergy, luxury stocks lagWall St futures lowerWelcome 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 EUROPE'S AUTO SECTOR REMAINS BLEAK, B...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
2 Unstoppable Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Through 2035
Key PointsMercadoLibre is facing some headwinds, but its strategy should allow the company to overcome them. Microsoft's booming cloud and AI businesses will help justify its heavy spending. 10 stocks we like better than MercadoLibre › While many wonder what 2026 has in store, it's important for lon...The Motley Fool
Wed, Jan 7
London stocks retreat from record high as investors assess US-Venezuela news
FTSE 100 down 0.5% after hitting a series of record highs Precious metal miners lead losses, gold slips over 1%Energy stocks fall amid U.S.-Venezuela developments Jan 7 (Reuters) - The UK's FTSE 100 index edged lower on Wednesday after a run of record highs, as investors assessed U.S.-Venezue...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
GLOBAL MARKETS-Trump's Venezuela missives knock high-flying stocks
Japanese stocks hit by China's export ban on dual-use itemsUS crude and Brent oil prices continue to declineMetals hold near record highs Euro zone inflation eases to 2% targetBy Naomi Rovnick and Rocky Swift TOKYO/LONDON, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Global stocks retreated from all-time peaks and oil ...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
AST SpaceMobile drops as Scotiabank downgrades rating
Shares of space broadband network AST SpaceMobile ASTS.O fall 4.4% to $93.25 premarketScotiabank downgrades stock to "sector underperform" from "sector perform" rating, citing long delays and how quickly rival Starlink is growingBrokerage says co still has no retail customers and nee...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
Penguin Solutions gains after Q1 results beat estimates
Shares of data center firm Penguin Solutions PENG.O rise 5.3% to $22.7 premarket after co beats Q1 estimatesPosts Q1 revenue of $343.07 million vs. analysts' estimates of $338.64 million - data compiled by LSEGRecords adj. EPS of 49 cents vs. analysts' estimates of 44 cents Says integrated m...Reuters
Wed, Jan 7
