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US stocks: Closing the books on a volatile 2025
Wall Street has closed the books on 2025, a year marked by large market swings, a tariff tantrum, both AI excitement and anxiety, more rate cuts, and spectacular gains in precious metalsS&P 500 index .SPX finished the month of Dec with a fractional loss, the fourth quarter with a 2.4% rise, and ...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Is Robinhood Stock Your Ticket to Becoming a Millionaire?
Key PointsRobinhood is expanding its platform to include alternative trading categories as well as more traditional financial services.Its revenue and net income are rising at triple-digit percentage rates.There are risks associated with the stock's high valuation and the company's exposure to crypt...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
London's FTSE 100 starts New Year with 10,000 mark on global investor optimism
FTSE 100 up 0.5%, FTSE 250 up 0.08% Banks, defense firms outperform peers Construction, real estate stocks down after housing prices dataBy Tharuniyaa . Jan 2 (Reuters) - The UK's FTSE 100 flew past the 10,000 points mark for the first time on Friday, riding a wave of upbeat investor sentime...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
3 Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy in 2026 and Hold for the Rest of the Decade
Key PointsAlphabet's diverse business and comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) stack make the company a safe investment.Tesla is swinging for the fences with Tesla Optimus, but it best not miss.International Business Machines is a proven dividend stock, a rarity in the AI space.10 stocks we li...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
The Ultimate Dividend Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Key PointsThis consumer staples giant's dividend yield is more than twice that of the broader market.The company's dividend has increased annually for more than six decades, making it a Dividend King.The business is performing well right now, but the stock appears reasonably priced.10 stocks we like...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Where Will Apple Stock Be in 1 Year?
Key PointsiPhones represent about half of Apple's total sales, which mostly works to its benefit in creating a moat.The company's growing services business adds to the bottom line.Apple stock isn't cheap, but it could be worth the price.10 stocks we like better than Apple › Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) stoc...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
U.S. equity funds close 2025 on a strong note
Jan 2 (Reuters) - U.S. equity funds drew strong inflows for a second straight week in the week to December 31 as investors cheered solid annual gains from an AI-driven rally and ended the year on an optimistic note over the outlook for corporate earnings.According to LSEG Lipper data, U.S. equity fu...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
7 Magnificent Stocks That Can Double Your Money in 2026
Key PointsDespite an April hiccup, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all rallied to several record-closing highs in 2025.Standout stocks can still be found, regardless of which direction the market heads in the new year.Seven sensational businesses have the tools and in...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Gold miners shine as bullion resumes rally after historic 2025 gains
U.S. listed shares of gold miners soar, as bullion resumes historic rally GOL/Spot gold XAU= climbs 1.4% to $4,372.35 per ounce, as of 07:24 GMT, after slipping to a two-week low on WednesdaySpot prices rise as geopolitical tensions and hopes of lower interest rates in 2026 keep safe-haven demand in...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Prediction: This Unstoppable BlackRock ETF Will Beat the S&P 500 Again in 2026
Key PointsInvestors with little or no exposure to artificial intelligence (AI) stocks like Nvidia and Palantir probably underperformed the S&P 500 in 2025. AI will likely remain a key driver of stock market returns in 2026, and the iShares Expanded Tech Sector ETF offers broad exposure to the entire...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Silver miners rise as white metal extends gains
Shares of silver miners rise premarket, tracking gains in the white metal's prices GOL/Spot silver XAG= rises 4.47% to $74.4482 per ounceExtends last year’s record-breaking rally as geopolitical tensions and expectations of U.S. rate cuts keep demand robustHecla Mining HL.N up ~4%; Coeur Mining ...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
LIVE MARKETS-Strong start to 2026
Welcome 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. STRONG START TO 2026 European stocks have started 2026 on a strong note, with the STOXX 600 hitting a fresh reco...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Target vs. Altria
Key PointsAltria is a giant consumer staples company with a lofty 7.3% yield.Target is a giant retailer with a high 4.5% yield.Target's business is facing what are likely to be temporary headwinds. 10 stocks we like better than Target › Dividend yield is an interesting metric. The math is very simpl...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Prediction: Robinhood Stock Is Going to Plunge in 2026
Key PointsRobinhood's platform allows investors to buy and sell stocks, options, futures, and cryptocurrencies. The company entered the prediction markets business earlier this year, which contributed to the rally in its stock price. Robinhood stock enters 2026 at an elevated valuation, which could ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Semiconductor Stocks Jump With SOXL up 6%, ASML up 5%, Nvidia up 2%
Semiconductor stocks jumped in premarket trading. Direxion Daily Semiconductors Bull 3x Shares rose 6%; STMicroelectronics and ASML rose 5%; Astera Labs rose 4%; Micron, Credo, Western Digital, SanDisk and TSMC rose 3%; Super Micro Computer, Marvell Technology, Arms, Seagate, Nvidia, Intel and AMD r...Tiger News
Fri, Jan 2
2 Top Stocks to Double Up on Right Now
Key PointsAmazon is seeing strong operating leverage in its e-commerce business, while AWS growth is starting to accelerate.Philip Morris International is a strong growth stock in a defensive industry. Both stocks are attractively valued.10 stocks we like better than Amazon › Investors have been enc...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
BOK's Rhee says recent dollar-won levels do not reflect economic fundamentals
By Cynthia Kim SEOUL, Jan 2 (Reuters) - South Korea's won weakened on the first trading day of the year on Friday even after authorities renewed their determination to stabilize foreign exchange markets following a package of measures to bolster the local currency.The won has been hovering at...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
GLOBAL MARKETS-European stocks fly again; precious metals extend sparkling rally
Stocks rise; Europe at record high againPrecious metals rally shows no sign of stoppingDollar on the defensive; traders remain on yen intervention watchBy Rae Wee and Vidya Ranganathan SINGAPORE/LONDON, Jan 2 (Reuters) - European stocks began 2026 at fresh record highs as investors braced for...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
2 Predictions for Berkshire Hathaway in 2026
Key PointsBerkshire's cash position is near a record. I predict Berkshire will start paying out some of its earnings in dividends. I also expect the company to invest in more tech stocks in 2026. 10 stocks we like better than Berkshire Hathaway › This new year will mark the end of an era for Berkshi...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Global equity funds see strong inflows in final week of 2025
Jan 2 (Reuters) - Global equity funds saw strong inflows in the final week of 2025 as optimism over AI-driven market gains over the past year and a solid corporate earnings outlook lifted risk appetite.According to LSEG Lipper data, global equity funds attracted $26.54 billion of net inflows during ...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
