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US STOCKS SNAPSHOT-Futures move lower after January CPI data
Feb 12 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures moved lower on Wednesday as a hotter-than-expected consumer inflation report fueled fears that the Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates anytime soon.Data from the Labor Department showed the consumer price index rose 3% on an annual basis in January...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
BUZZ-Intel extend gains after VP Vance's speech supporting US-made AI systems
** Shares of Intel INTC.O extend gains on Wednesday after a 6.1% rise in previous session; last up 5.1% at $22.04 premarket** U.S. Vice President JD Vance said at the AI summit in Paris on Tuesday that President Donald Trump's administration would ensure that the most powerful artificial intelli...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
This High-Yielding Dividend Stock Has Made Investors a Lot Richer Over the Years
NNN REIT (NYSE: NNN) has been a wealth-building machine over the years. The real estate investment trust (REIT) has increased its high-yielding dividend (currently 5.8%) for 35 straight years. That steadily rising income stream has enabled the REIT to deliver strong total returns over the past few d...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
Billionaire Investor David Tepper Doubles Down on These Stocks. Should You Follow?
In this video, I will go over David Tepper's Appaloosa Management portfolio and talk about the stocks he's bought and sold, such as Alibaba (NYSE: BABA). 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 ...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
TerraVest Industries Inc reports results for the quarter ended December 31 - Earnings Summary
TerraVest Industries Inc TVK.TO reported quarterly adjusted earnings of C$1.42 per share for the quarter ended December 31. The mean expectation of four analysts for the quarter was for earnings of C$1.11 per share. Wall Street expected results to range from 93 cents to C$1.31 per share.Revenue w...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
2 Top Quantum Computing Stocks to Buy in 2025
Quantum computing stocks come in a surprising variety of shapes and sizes. I'm not here to recommend one of the smaller quantum experts that have skyrocketed in recent months. They are too risky for my taste, and their big gains seem to be based on unrealistic expectations.But there are better optio...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
Kraft Heinz Earnings Up, Sales Slip
Kraft Heinz (NASDAQ:KHC), the global food and beverage company behind iconic brands like Kraft, Heinz, and Oscar Mayer, released its fourth-quarter results on February 12, 2025. The company reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.84, exceeding the anticipated $0.78, thanks largely to unexpe...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
U.S. MANUFACTURING PICKED UP IN JANUARY DRIVEN BY GROWING DEMAND: GEP GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN VOLATILITY INDEX
The world's supply chains are operating at full capacity, with the notable exception of Europe, which remains in a protracted industrial recession. Asia's manufacturing growth was reported by major exporters, led by South Korea, China, and India. Despite the possibility of tariffs and significan...PR Newswire
Wed, Feb 12
BUZZ-Xilio jumps after collaboration with AbbVie to develop cancer treatments
** Shares of drug developer Xilio Therapeutics XLO.O more than double to $1.37 premarket** AbbVie ABBV.N and XLO enters into collaboration and option agreement to develop cancer immunotherapies** Under terms of the deal, XLO to receive $52 million in an upfront payment and will be eligible to receiv...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
TE Connectivity to acquire Richards Manufacturing for about $2.3 billion
Updates shares, adds CEO comment in paragraph 6, details and background throughout Feb 12 (Reuters) - TE Connectivity TEL.N said it will buy utility grid products maker Richards Manufacturing Co for about $2.3 billion in cash, as it looks to strengthen its position in the electrical utilities mar...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Amazon Drops Massive News for Nvidia Stock Investors
In today's video, I discuss Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). To learn more, check out the short video, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were the after-market prices of Feb. 6, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 6, 2025.Where to invest...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
41 States That Don't Tax Social Security Benefits
Social Security benefits are one of the most impactful income sources for retirees. As of December 2024, over 51 million Americans received retired worker benefits, with many relying on them for a chunk or all of their retirement income.Unfortunately, Social Security benefits are still considered in...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
BUZZ-Ivanhoe Electric slides on $60 mln equity offering
** Shares of metals miner Ivanhoe Electric IE.N down 6.4% premarket to $5.53, a record low, after follow-on offering priced** Arizona-based firm late Tues announced ~10.3 mln units, comprising one share and one warrant, at $5.85 for $60 mln gross proceeds** Deal size increased from $50 mln, priced a...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
BUZZ-Mercury General soars after Q4 profit tops expectations
** Shares of Los Angeles-based insurer Mercury General MCY.N jump 20.7% to $60.43 premarket** MCY late Tuesday reported Q4 operating income of $2.78/shr, blowing past Wall Street expectations of $1.12/shr, according to estimates compiled by LSEG** Q4 net premiums written jumped 16.1% to $1.31 billio...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Sonic Automotive Inc reports results for the quarter ended December 31 - Earnings Summary
Sonic Automotive Inc SAH.N reported quarterly adjusted earnings of $1.51 per share for the quarter ended December 31, lower than the same quarter last year, when the company reported EPS of $1.63. The mean expectation of nine analysts for the quarter was for earnings of $1.46 per share. Wall Stre...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Is IonQ Stock a Buy Now?
IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) has captured the attention of investors looking to play the long game in quantum computing. This nascent market, which is emerging as tech companies invest in entirely new ways of developing computer systems, has a lot of potential to grow. McKinsey estimates that it could be worth...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
BUZZ-Martin Marietta down after forecasting annual revenue, profit below estimates
** Shares of building material supplier Martin Marietta Materials MLM.N down 3.4% at $511 premarket** Company forecast annual revenue and profit largely below Street estimates on softness in residential construction demand** Sees annual revenue between $6.63 billion and $7.23 billion vs. estimates o...Reuters
Wed, Feb 12
Restaurant Brands Exceeds EPS Forecast
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE:QSR), a leading quick-service restaurant company known for brands like Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes, reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings on February 12, 2025. The results beat market expectations, with Adjusted Diluted EPS of $0.81 compared to pre...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
Could Uber Be Your Ticket to Becoming a Millionaire by 2035?
Uber Technologies (NYSE: UBER) recently reported mixed financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024. Revenue of just under $12 billion came in ahead of Wall Street expectations. But adjusted earnings per share of $0.23 were well below. Nonetheless, shares have been a major winner for investors -...The Motley Fool
Wed, Feb 12
