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Autonomous Driving Is Going to Be the Next Big Trend. Here Are 2 Tech Companies to Keep an Eye On.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly one of the biggest trends of our generation, and it will disrupt almost everything that we know.One industry that will likely see the transformative impact as a result of AI is the transport industry, thanks to the rise of autonomous vehicles, autonomous p...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
Sweetgreen Bets on Fries and Loyalty for Growth
Sweetgreen (NYSE: SG) held its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings call on February 26, 2025, revealing significant progress in its mission to redefine fast food through superior sourcing, culinary excellence, and innovative technology. While the restaurant chain faces near-term challenges, management outl...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
ANALYSIS-Investors question 'Trump put' as tariffs rattle stock markets
So-called Trump put fading for stocks, Trump focused on bondsNo mention of stocks in first joint Congress addressInvestors see risks in tariffs as consumer confidence weakensSome remain hopeful tariffs are a negotiating toolBy Davide Barbuscia and Carolina Mandl NEW YORK, March 6 (Reuters) - Inve...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
***Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2025March 18-19 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EDT/1830 GMT)May 6-7 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
RPT-COLUMN-Kicking the tyres of 'perfect' Wall Street pricing :Mike Dolan
By Mike Dolan LONDON, March 6 (Reuters) - Trouble on Main Street usually means trouble on Wall Street - and not just top-line stock prices.If a rare U.S. economic downturn is indeed back in the mix, with business bamboozled by trade wars and government disruption, then the full gamut of financial...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
3 Reasons Social Security Can't Be Your Only Retirement Income
Millions of older Americans today get a monthly benefit from Social Security. And for many, that income is crucial.A 2020 report by the National Institute on Retirement Security found that only 7% of retirees have an optimal combination of retirement income sources -- Social Security, savings, and a...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
Gold miners fall as bullion prices edge lower
** U.S.-listed shares of gold miners fall premarket, tracking prices of bullion GOL/** Spot gold XAU= down 0.9% at $2,893.63/ounce.** Gold prices down as investors took profits following a three-day rally, with markets now eyeing U.S. jobs data on Friday for clues on the Federal Reserve's rate p...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
Ladbrokes owner Entain profit jumps, 2025 view upbeat
Entain benefits from UK & Ireland recovery, Brazil gaming growthNo update to CEO succession planSays "very focussed" on BetMGMBy Shashwat Awasthi March 6 (Reuters) - British bookmaker Entain ENT.L reported a 12% rise in annual adjusted core profit on Thursday and said it was comfortab...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
Allegro MicroSystems jumps after Onsemi takeover rebuff
** Semiconductor solutions provider Allegro MicroSystems ALGM.O shares up 9% at $29.19 in premarket ** Company turns down a $6.9 billion takeover approach from Onsemi ON.O ** ALGM rejects offer saying it was "inadequate" as the company refused yet another approach from the larger rival** Chi...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
3 Dirt Cheap Dividend-Paying Value Stocks to Buy Now
Dividend stocks lack the glitz and glam of high-octane growth stocks. But they can make up for it by passing along profits to shareholders no matter what the market is doing. Similarly, value stocks are priced based on their existing profits rather than what they could make in the future. In other w...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
COMMENT-Volatility is now the only FX constant and where options thrive
March 6 (Reuters) - FX options thrive on FX volatility which is now abundant due to shifting trade tariffs, growth outlooks, inflation and ultimately - monetary policy.Options can capture volatility in any direction when paired with an opposing cash hedge, eliminating currency risk. As the spot mark...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
Could Buying Snowflake Today Set You Up for Life?
Snowflake's (NYSE: SNOW) stock initially skyrocketed after its IPO in September 2020. The cloud-based data warehousing company went public at $120, and it more than doubled to $245 on its first trade before setting a record high of $401.89 in November 2021.Today, Snowflake's stock trades at about $1...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
Trex Sees Double-Digit Growth in Premium Products
Trex (NYSE: TREX), the leading manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing products, recently held its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings call on February 24, 2025. For investors focused on the long-term potential of this repair and remodel market leader, the call provided important...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
This 6.5%-Yielding Dividend Stock Continues to Add to its Massive Growth Backlog and Has Plenty More Growth Coming Down the Pipeline
Enbridge (NYSE: ENB) offers investors a monster income stream. The Canadian pipeline and utility currently yields 6.5%, which is several times higher than the S&P 500's 1.3% yield. That lucrative income stream is only part of the draw. Enbridge also has a massive backlog of expansion projects to fue...The Motley Fool
Thu, Mar 6
COMMENT-Dollar can slide while stocks supported, surge if they drop
March 6 (Reuters) - The dollar, which has plunged this week, may drop further while stock markets are supported - as is currently the case - but it could surge if they drop.That is the clear risk should the trade disputes ignited by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats become an all out ...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
JPMorgan lifts central European currency view after defence spending "sea-change"
LONDON, March 6 (Reuters) - Investment bank JPMorgan lifted its view on the currencies of Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary on Thursday in reaction to what it called a "fiscal sea-change" in German and European Union defence spending.It said the plans, which include a 500 billion euro ...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
GLOBAL MARKETS-Bond market selloff extends after seismic German spending shift
Bund yields edge higher again after biggest jump since 1990'sEuro steadies at 4-month high ahead of expected ECB rate cutStock markets take a breather as trade war tensions simmerBy Marc JonesLONDON, March 6 (Reuters) - World financial markets remained in a radical readjustment phase on Thursday...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
Marvell tumbles as in-line forecast fails to impress investors
** Shares of chipmaker Marvell Technology MRVL.O down 15.8% at $75.89 in premarket trading** MRVL forecast fiscal first-quarter revenue of $1.875 bln, plus or minus 5%, compared with an estimate of $1.87 - data compiled by LSEG** The company forecasts adjusted profit of 61 cents/share, plus or minus...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
Aerospace group Melrose's revenue outlook triggers share price slide
Company's 2025 revenue forecasts fall short of expectationsOutlook does not include any impact from potential tariffsShares fall as much as 12%, top loser on FTSE 100By Pushkala Aripaka March 6 (Reuters) - GKN Aerospace owner Melrose MRON.L forecast 2025 revenue below most analysts' expec...Reuters
Thu, Mar 6
