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2 Dividend Stocks to Scoop Up Without Hesitation Right Now
Key PointsGreat dividend payers can support and raise their payouts through the years. VICI Properties is a leading REIT with a vast portfolio of experience-oriented properties. Bristol Myers Squibb is a top pharmaceutical business with a vast portfolio of profitable drugs. 10 stocks we like better ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
LIVE MARKETS-A correction in time? Stocks could be close to breakout
Main US indexes modestly redAll major S&P sectors lower; Real Estate weakest, Comm Svcs down leastDollar up; crude, gold, bitcoin dipUS 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.14%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts ...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
Nike up after CEO Hill buys stock worth $1 million
Sportswear giant Nike's NKE.N shares rise 4% to $63.64SEC filing shows CEO Elliott Hill bought stock for about $1 million, or 16,388 shares at $61.1 apiece, on MondayApple AAPL.O CEO and Nike board director Tim Cook also bought NKE stock worth $3 million last week, in a move that sent shares up ...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
These Dividend Stocks Could Profit From the AI Power Surge
Key PointsNextEra Energy's recently-finalized contract addresses the energy needs caused by new technologies.As an electricity wholesaler, Vistra stands to benefit from the AI surge in power demand.Vertiv, a maker of electrical systems, introduced a dividend after the AI power boom boosted its fortu...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
Argus Research raises PT on Marriott International to $370
Argus Research raises PT on hotel operator Marriott International MAR.O to $370 from $310, a 17.8% upside to stock's last closeBrokerage cities recovering lodging cycle, strong fee‑based earnings and increase corporate travelMAR and BetMGM launched a rewards partnership that lets players in lice...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
Why Shares of Plug Power Popped Today
Key PointsAn analyst provided an improved outlook for Plug Power stock.The company has implemented a $200 million cost-savings initiative.Plug stock should only remain a consideration for those comfortable with more speculative investments.10 stocks we like better than Plug Power › Poised to end 202...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
US packaged food makers slump in 2025 on weak demand
Stocks of U.S. packaged food makers fell this year as budget-conscious consumers tempered spending on pricy pantry staples due to inflationKraft Heinz KHC.O, Campbell's CPB.O, General Mills GIS.N and Conagra CAG.N drop for third straight yearSeveral food companies announced in October they would...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revenue Machine You'll Want to Watch in 2026 (Hint: It's Beaten Everyone Except Nvidia)
Key PointsMost of the discussion surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) has to do with infrastructure spending.To date, few companies have meaningfully monetized their AI investments.Meta Platforms is quietly outpacing its peers in terms of AI-driven revenue.10 stocks we like better than Meta Plat...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
Kanzhun’s Earnings Momentum Highlights a Shift Inside China’s Job Market
Key PointsAdded 298,584 shares of Kanzhun Limited, raising stake by an estimated $57.48 millionTransaction equates to 0.7045% of CoreView's reportable AUMPost-trade stake: 9,447,889 shares valued at $220.70 millionKanzhun Limited now represents 24.27% of CoreView's AUM, making it the fund’s 1st-larg...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Executive Cashes Out 10,983 Shares -- What's Behind the Move?
Jeffrey Del Carmen, Chief Commercial Officer of Catalyst Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:CPRX), exercised and immediately sold 10,983 shares of common stock on November 26, 2025, for a total value of approximately $256,200, as disclosed in this SEC Form 4 filing.Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold10,9...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
Could This Potential Move Boost Eli Lilly's Prospects?
Key PointsEli Lilly is working on the acquisition of a France-based drugmaker.This could allow it to expand its footprint in the immunology market.There are plenty of reasons to like the stock beyond this development. 10 stocks we like better than Eli Lilly › Everything seems to be going well for El...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
Plug Power Stock Just Popped. Is It a Buy?
Key PointsClear Street analyst Tim Moore just upgraded Plug Power stock to buy.He cut his price target on the fuel cell stock, however, citing dilution.10 stocks we like better than Plug Power › Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) stock popped more than 5% in early trading Wednesday, the final trading day of ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Oil producers, media stocks, US transport stocks, US airlines
Eikon search string for individual stock moves: STXBZThe Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8Wall Street was poised for a subdued open on the last trading day of 2025, but approached a robust end to a roller-coaster year marked by...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
If You'd Invested $1,000 in Costco 10 Years Ago, Here's Your Return Today
Key PointsCostco outperformed the S&P 500 over the last 10 years by a wide margin.Much of the stock's previous 10-year return was due to an increase in the price-to-earnings multiple.10 stocks we like better than Costco Wholesale › Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) has been a rewarding investment for ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
Natgas stocks to end 2025 mixed amid surge in LNG exports, strong output
Shares of U.S. natgas companies are set to end the year on a mixed note due to colder weather forecasts and record gas flows to liquefied natural gas export plants NGA/Natural gas has gained more than 4.3% year-to-date "Our view for 2026 and beyond is kind of twofold," says Robert DiDona, pr...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
LIVE MARKETS-Pop the cork: Jobless claims drop amid seasonal volatility
Main US indexes modestly redAll major S&P sectors lower; Real Estate down mostDollar up slightly; gold, bitcoin, crude dipUS 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.14%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at ...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
Life sciences and contract research stocks navigate turbulence in 2025
Life sciences and contract research organizations (CRO) stocks end 2025 on a mixed note amid policy uncertainty and sector-wide funding squeezes under the current Trump administrationDanaher DHR.N, Thermo Fisher Scientific TMO.N, Waters WAT.N, and IQVIA IQV.N posted yearly gains of over 0.5%, 12%, 3...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
Crypto stocks on pace to close in the red as bitcoin retreats from peak
Shares of several U.S. cryptocurrency and blockchain‑related companies on track to end 2025 in the red after bitcoin retreated from its all‑time highBitcoin BTC= hit record high of more than $126,000 in early October , fueled by institutional adoption via exchange-traded funds, post-U.S. Presidentia...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
Could Buying Bitcoin Today Set You Up for Life?
Key PointsBitcoin has been the top-performing asset in the world in 10 of the past 14 years.Several key catalysts, including a faster pace of institutional adoption, could send Bitcoin higher over the next decade.A growing number of investors think Bitcoin could hit a price of $1 million by 2030.10 ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Dec 31
CANADA STOCKS-TSX poised for biggest annual gain in over 15 years despite year-end retreat
By Avinash PDec 31 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index dipped on Wednesday, as falling metal prices pressured mining stocks and pulled the benchmark lower on the final trading day of a remarkable year for Canadian equities.The S&P/TSX Composite index .GSPTSE was down 0.2% at 31,818.65 poi...Reuters
Wed, Dec 31
