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Ulta Beauty rises after Argus raises PT
Shares of cosmetics seller Ulta Beauty ULTA.O rise 2.36% to 619.28Argus Research raises PT on ULTA to $700 from $650, a 15.7% upside to the stock's last closeBrokerage cites strong demand of its products and upside of its acquisition of British beauty retailer Space NKULTA continues to grow des...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
GLOBAL MARKETS-Wall Street mixed on the first trading day of 2026; precious metals resume rally
European shares hit record highs, FTSE 100 reaches 10,000 pointsGold, silver rise amid geopolitical tensions, dollar remains flatFed's future policy and AI investments closely watched in 2026By Stephen Culp NEW YORK, Jan 2 (Reuters) - U.S. stocks faded after the opening bell on Friday, as the...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller Just Went All in on AI, Buying Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Alphabet. Could AI Stocks Still Deliver Big Returns in 2026?
Key PointsDruckenmiller opened positions in these three AI leaders in the third quarter of 2025.The billionaire has invested in AI stocks throughout this AI boom. 10 stocks we like better than Amazon › When investing, it's often a great idea to consider the moves of billionaire fund managers. They'v...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Schonfeld Strategic Advisors posts double digit 2025 returns in two funds, says source
LONDON, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Schonfeld Strategic Advisors's flagship fund Strategic Partners posted an estimated 12.5% annual net return for 2025, a source said on Friday. The $15.5 billion hedge fund returned 2.3% in that fund, for December, they added. Its Fundamental Equity fund gained 2.5% in D...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
LIVE MARKETS-In like a lamb: S&P Global PMI shows factory activity expanded in December
Dow turns green; S&P 500 ~unchanged; Nasdaq reverses gainsIndustrials lead S&P 500 sector gainers; Comm svcs weakest groupEuro STOXX 600 index up ~0.6%Dollar ~flat; gold gains; bitcoin up >2%; crude off ~1%US 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.18%Welcome to the home for real-time cover...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
5 Top Stocks to Buy In January 2026
In this video, I will talk about four interesting companies that could provide significant upside for long-term investors. I chose a mix of companies in different industries. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were fro...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
The Best Vanguard ETF to Invest $1,000 In Right Now
Key PointsThis popular ETF tracks the performance of the S&P 500, rising fourfold in 10 years. Investors should be drawn to the extremely low fees this ETF charges. Although the future is inherently uncertain, it pays to be optimistic and focus on the long term. 10 stocks we like better than Vangua...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
CANADA STOCKS-TSX kicks off 2026 with gains, though weekly losses loom
By Avinash P Jan 2 (Reuters) - Canada's main equity index began 2026 on a positive note on Friday, supported by rebounding technology stocks, even as mining-linked shares declined in thin trading despite a recovery in precious metal prices. The S&P/TSX Composite index .GSPTSE was up 0.2%...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
2 Unstoppable Stocks to Buy in 2026 and Hold Forever
Key PointsNetflix's latest move reveals substantial opportunities to deliver returns to shareholders.Microsoft's cloud growth indicates a strengthening competitive position as AI demand grows.10 stocks we like better than Netflix › Growth stocks are a reliable path for investors to build lasting wea...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
Berkshire Hathaway enters post-Buffett era as shares drift lower
Jan 2 (Reuters) - Berkshire Hathaway's BRKa.N, BRKb.N post-Buffett era began quietly Friday, as shares slipped slightly after the "Oracle of Omaha" handed Greg Abel the top job following six decades at the helm.The world's most famous conglomerate now must protect its record without ...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Why Micron Stock Popped Today
Key PointsBernstein SocGen Group analyst Mark Li raised his price target on Micron stock this morning.DRAM prices are rising, and may keep on rising throughout 2026.10 stocks we like better than Micron Technology › Micron (NASDAQ: MU) stock started off the New Year right, soaring 7.5% through 10:25 ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
4 Key Financial Moves to Make Now That 2026 Has Begun
Key PointsThe start of a new year is an important time to get your finances in order.Set up a budget that reflects your current expenses and income.Map out different goals and get your paperwork organized. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › The start of a new year ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
AQR Capital Management posts double-digit returns in 2025, says source
LONDON, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Cliff Asness's AQR Capital Management finished last year with double-digit returns across its funds, a person familiar with the matter said on Friday. The $189 billion hedge fund made annual gains of 19.6% in its multi-strategy Apex Strategy, 18.6% ...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Better Dividend Stock: Ares Capital vs. Main Street Capital
Key PointsAres Capital has maintained or increased its dividend for the past 16 years. Main Street Capital has paid a sustainable and steadily rising monthly dividend since its IPO in 2007.The BDCs also periodically pay supplemental quarterly dividends. 10 stocks we like better than Ares Capital › B...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Rivian, Tesla, MGM Resorts
The Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8The S&P 500 and Nasdaq made a strong start to the first trading day of 2026, with technology stocks leading the rally, as risk sentiment improved after multiple dour sessions in the fina...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
US STOCKS-S&P, Nasdaq start 2026 on firm footing as tech rebounds after recent losses
Indexes: Dow flat, S&P 500 up 0.4%, Nasdaq up 0.75%Furniture retailers rise after Trump postpones tariff hikesTech stocks boost gains on Wall StreetBy Purvi Agarwal and Nikhil Sharma Jan 2 (Reuters) - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq made a strong start to the first trading day of 2026, with techno...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
Top Calls on Wall Street: Apple, Nvidia, Baidu, CoreWeave, Nike, Wayfair, and More
Here are Friday’s biggest calls on Wall Street:Raymond James reinstates Apple as market performThe firm resumed coverage of the stock and downgraded it from its prior outperform rating.“Despite strong fundamentals and improving product cycles, we believe Apple’s current valuation appropriately refle...Tiger News
Fri, Jan 2
Is This Fund the Ultimate Buy and Hold Investment for the Age of AI?
Key PointsAnalysts are hotly debating whether Nvidia's position in the age of AI is unassailable.Yet, it's impossible to know which winners will emerge in a few years' time. One diversified fund with low fees and stellar performance offers a potential solution.10 stocks we like better than VanEck ET...The Motley Fool
Fri, Jan 2
EMERGING MARKETS-LatAm assets start year firmer; investors weigh Venezuela overtures
Stocks up 0.4%, currencies gain 0.5%Amid escalating tensions, Maduro says Venezuela 'brother country' to USUkraine's dollar bonds dropBy Niket Nishant Jan 2 (Reuters) - Latin American stocks edged higher on Friday, kicking off the new year on a strong footing while investors kept a c...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
LIVE MARKETS-A green start to the year
Nasdaq up >1%, S&P 500 up ~0.7%; Dow edges upTech leads S&P 500 sector gainers; Real Estate weakest groupEuro STOXX 600 index up ~0.8%Dollar up; gold gains; bitcoin up ~1%; crude off ~1%US 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.17%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets broug...Reuters
Fri, Jan 2
