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Is Boeing an Undervalued Dividend Stock?
Boeing (NYSE: BA) has been plagued with challenges hurting its ability to build and sell planes.Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. 13, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 15...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
LIVE MARKETS-Positive earnings revisions, EPS upgrades fuel STOXX strength
STOXX 600 up 0.1%US and Russia meet over UkraineWall St returns from holidayNasdaq futures up 0.4%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.comPOSITIVE EARNINGS REVISIONS, EPS UPGR...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
BUZZ-Canadian banks' 2025 outlook clouded by US tariffs risk, brokerages say
** Canadian banks are expected to post strong Q1 earnings next week, but their outlook for the rest of 2025 remains uncertain due to risk of a tariff war between the U.S. and other countries, say brokerages CIBC Capital Markets and Jefferies** CIBC downgrades Bank of Nova Scotia BNS.TO to 'neutr...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
HUAWEI Mate XT | ULTIMATE DESIGN Debuts Global with HUAWEI Watch Supporting Macao’s Leading E-Wallet, MPay
On February 18, HUAWEI revealed its latest products at a launch event in Malaysia, including the HUAWEI Mate XT | Ultimate Design, while announcing a strategic collaboration with Macau Pass. This partnership integrates MPay—Macao's leading mobile payment platform—making it one of the first three international e-wallets supporting the HUAWEI watch. This not only represents an innovative step in Macao’s digital payment landscape, but also set a new template for wearable technology applications. (MPay becomes one of the first three international e-wallets supporting the HUAWEI watch)MPay ewallet payment is now available on HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 series, HUAWEI WATCH GT5 series, HUAWEI WATCH FIT3, HUAWIE WATCH D2 and HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE. The above mentioned HUAWEI watch series also support GCash (Philippines) and Touch 'n Go e-Wallet (Malaysia). Users can link their MPay accounts to the HUAWEI watch, allowing them to pay by tapping wrist without using smartphones to pay. This provides significant convenience, especially during outdoor activities and fitness routines. The system utilizes dynamic encryption technology to prevent QR code fraud, ensuring secure and reliable transactions. Visitors from Chinese mainland and Hong Kong can download and register the MPay app, link it to their HUAWEI watch, and enjoy the seamless "tap your wrist to pay" experience in Macao.Dickson Yang, Director of Huawei Device Business Hong Kong, stated, " Technology exists to serve humanity. In designing and innovating wearables, we focus on incorporating more practical features into users' daily lives. As Macao's leading financial technology company, Macau Pass has established MPay not only as a widely used regional payment platform but also as a way that connects users to diverse services. This collaboration will drive innovation in wearable device payments, with plans to explore further partnerships in various scenarios, aiming to build a comprehensive ecosystem for wearable devices.” Sun Ho, Chairman and CEO of Macau Pass, said, "We're honored to partner with global technology leader HUAWEI as one of the first three international e-wallets supporting HUAWEI watch. The first launch of the wearable payment solution in Macao not only enhances payment convenience for users, but also represents a significant innovation in Macao's financial technology industry and injects fresh energy into Macao’s smart city construction.”At the product launch event, Macau Pass has been honored with HUAWEI Outstanding Ecosystem Award 2025. As strategic partners, HUAWEI and Macau Pass will leverage their respective strengths in technology and finance to explore new collaboration opportunities, engage in extensive and in-depth partnerships, and offer users a more seamless smart living experience. This will also contribute to the construction of Macao as a smart city and further enhance its global influence.About HUAWEI Device Co., Ltd.Huawei’s products and services are available in more than 170 countries, and are used by a third of the world’s population. With 14 R&D centers having been set up in the Germany, Sweden, Russia, India and mainland China, Huawei Consumer Business Group is one of Huawei’s three business units and covers smartphones, personal computers and tablets, wearable gears, and cloud services etc. Building on its solid foundation and expertise in the telecommunications business for over 30 years and on the strength of its self-owned global network, its globalized operational capabilities and its worldwide network of cooperation partners, Huawei Consumer Business Group is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world. “Make it Possible to Build a Better Connected World”, Huawei Consumer Business Group is committed to living up to its motto at all times.About Macau Pass S.A.Macau Pass, a leading financial technology and payment services company in Macao, contributes to the popularization of mobile payments and the construction of a smart city in Macao by providing contactless smart cards, e-wallets, and versatile electronic payment systems. In 2007, Macau Pass introduced the first contactless smart card mCard in Macao, which is now one of the largest contactless smart card and electronic payment system in Macao. In 2015, Macau Pass introduced mobile payment to Macao and created the MPay app in 2018. Today, it is not only one of the most widely used payment applications in Macao but has also developed into a super app that covers financial payments, lifestyle services, and leisure and entertainment scenarios, providing comprehensive digital services for local merchants, residents, and tourists in Macao.Rooted in Macao and with a vision for global connectivity, Macau Pass is committed to advancing financial technology and smart city initiatives. The company continues to expand its digital service offerings and enhance payment solutions to meet the evolving demands of users in the Greater Bay Area and beyond. Through these efforts, Macau Pass strives to strengthen Macao's connections with the global community and foster economic and cultural prosperity across the region.18/02/2025 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.comEQS
Tue, Feb 18
Looking for a Rock-Solid Passive Income Stream? Check Out This 4.3%-Yielding Dividend Stock.
A high dividend yield can sometimes be a sign of a higher risk profile. Oftentimes, high-yield dividend stocks have weaker financial profiles, which puts their payouts at risk of a reduction if the company experiences a financial setback. However, that's not always the case. That's clear when consid...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Want Decades of Passive Income? Buy This ETF and Hold It Forever.
Who doesn't want passive income? Even Warren Buffett has extolled it, reportedly saying, "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die."The wealthy have figured it out, and often collect much of their income passively, through dividends and interest, among other...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Is IBM an Undervalued Dividend Stock?
IBM (NYSE: IBM) management has done an excellent job reinvigorating growth in this veteran tech company.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. 13, 202...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Where Will Intel Stock Be In 1 Year?
Shares of chip-giant Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) have been obliterated over the past few years. Unfortunately, years of mismanagement and complacency opened the door for TSMC to take the lead in semiconductor manufacturing and AMD to stage an epic comeback. Intel still leads the market for PC and server ce...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
MORNING BID AMERICAS-Europe's defence up as Washington meets Moscow
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike DolanEurope's defence stocks .SXPARO, up almost 20% for the year so far, surged another 1% on Tuesday as U.S. officials met Russian counterparts in Saudi Arabia for talks about ending the war in Ukraine and Germany prepared to go to th...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
6 Social Security Changes Americans Are Strongly Opposed To
Social Security is now less than a decade away from insolvency. Contrary to what some people believe, this doesn't mean the program will disappear. Even today's youngest workers can expect something in retirement. But how much is a bit of an unknown.The government has thrown out ideas for how to res...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Big News for SoFi Stock Investors
In this video, I will cover the recent updates regarding SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI). Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were from the trading day of Feb. 14, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 14, 2025.Start Y...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
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
Tue, Feb 18
BUZZ-Pagaya Technologies extends gains as sentiment improves
** Shares of Pagaya Technologies PGY.O jump 16.9% to $17.97 in premarket trading as the fintech looks to extend gains from last two weeks on improving investor sentiment** Stock has climbed 65.6% so far this month after alternative asset manager Blue Owl OWL.N agreed to buy as much as $2.4 billion o...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
LIVE MARKETS-Could peace in Ukraine lower the heat on the euro from tariffs?
STOXX 600 down 0.1%US and Russia meet over UkraineWall St returns from holidayNasdaq futures up 0.4%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.comCOULD PEACE IN UKRAINE LOWER THE HE...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
US STOCKS-Futures inch up in holiday-thinned week; focus on Fed's rate-cut plans
For a Reuters live blog on U.S., UK and European stock markets, click LIVE/ or type LIVE/ in a news window.Futures up: Dow 0.02%, S&P 500 0.24%, Nasdaq 0.34% Feb 18 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures rose on Tuesday as investors sought insight into the Federal Reserve's policy plans fol...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
DoorDash Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold After Earnings?
DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH) continues to grow on the back of rising demand, but it's not very profitable given its $88 billion market cap. In this video, Travis Hoium explains why the business is great but the stock may be too hot to handle.*Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of Feb. 12, 2025. The...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Massive News for BigBear.ai Stock Investors
BigBear.ai (NYSE: BBAI) secured another defense contract, which could have enormous implications for investors.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. ...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
Warren Buffett's AI Bets: 24% of Berkshire Hathaway's $299 Billion Stock Portfolio Is in These 2 Artificial Intelligence Stocks
The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution continues to pick up steam and is on pace to be this century's most transformative technology trend thus far. It's also on pace to be one of the best wealth-generating opportunities for long-term investors.And when it comes to long-term investing, who has ...The Motley Fool
Tue, Feb 18
BUZZ-J.P.Morgan upgrades Bath & Body Works to 'overweight'
** J.P.Morgan upgrades beauty and skincare firm Bath & Body Works BBWI.N to "overweight" from "neutral", citing potential for revenue growth in FY25** Brokerage sees BBWI's "three-legged stool" of product innovation, marketing and technology supporting growth within i...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
BUZZ-Conagra Brands down after annual profit target cut on supply chain issues
** Slim Jim beef jerky maker Conagra Brands' CAG.N shares down 2.2% at $24.73 premarket** Co cuts annual profit expectations for the second time in less than two months, citing supply constraints and foreign exchange rates** Experienced interruptions in customer service for frozen meals containi...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
