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***Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2025January 28-29 (second day: statement released 1400 EST/1900 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EST/1930 GMT)March 18-19 (second day: statement released 1400 ED...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
RPT-BUZZ-US stocks weekly: Running the table
Repeats from Friday, Jan 17, with no changes to text. Updates chart** S&P 500 .SPX snaps two-week losing streak, rallies 2.9% amid easing inflation jitters, strong start to earnings season .N** Dow .DJI advances 3.7%, Nasdaq Composite .IXIC ascends 2.4%** U.S. 10-Year Treasury yield US10YT=RR pulls ...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
BUZZ-Jefferies cautious on chocolate makers, downgrades Mondelez to 'hold'
** Brokerage Jefferies sees the global cocoa shortage and price rises persisting, says recovery of West African production is "the critical component" in supply revival** Also sees surging cocoa futures harming profits of chocolate makers including Mondelez International MDLZ.O and Hershey HSY.N ** ...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
BUZZ-Intel extends gains amid M&A speculation; HSBC upgrades to 'hold'
** Shares of Intel INTC.O extends gains premarket after hitting a seven-week high on Friday following M&A speculation** Brokerage HSBC also raises co to "hold" from "reduce"; reiterates PT at $20** INTC shares up 4% at $22.35 premarket** Last week, chip-focused publication SemiAccurate reported that...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
Here's How Much It Would Have Taken to Become a Millionaire If You Invested in Nvidia Stock 10 Years Ago
Investors made a decision in 2015 that greatly impacted their future: Some chose to buy shares of Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). However, it's fair to say that most didn't. Either way, though, a decision was made intentionally or not.Those of us who didn't opt to buy shares of Nvidia back then could feel li...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
BUZZ-Nuclear power firms climb as Trump doubles down on energy policy
** Shares of nuclear power firms jump premarket after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a flurry of orders intended to boost energy production after his inauguration on Monday** Chris Wright, Trump's pick to head the U.S. Energy Department, said he would prioritize U.S. oil and gas, and nuclear pow...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
Will Medicare End Ozempic Maker Novo Nordisk's Obesity Drug Boom?
Few drugs have generated as much excitement as Novo Nordisk's (NYSE: NVO) Ozempic and Wegovy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Ozempic in December 2017 for treating type 2 diabetes. The drug's ability to help people lose weight caused demand to skyrocket. In June 2021, Novo Nordi...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
Is This Vanguard ETF a Millionaire Maker?
If you've been an investor for any length of time at all, then you've almost certainly been advised to start (and maybe even finish) with index funds like the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF. This fund is of course simply meant to mirror the performance of the S&P 500. And it is good advice. The fact is, in th...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
Should You Buy Microsoft Stock Before Jan. 29?
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) will likely provide investors with an update on its artificial intelligence ambitions.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. See the 10 stocks »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices o...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
5 Growth Stocks That Can Double Your Money in 2025
In this video, I will talk about five interesting companies worth your attention. I chose companies in different industries that could provide significant upside for long-term investors. Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices u...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
3 Massive Risks for Intel Stock
Shares of Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) were a massive disappointment in 2024. Multiple missteps culminated with the surprise retirement of CEO Pat Gelsinger late last year, and the company is now led by interim co-CEOs without a clear strategy. Investors are right to be skeptical of an Intel turnaround.Whil...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
LIVE MARKETS-Luxury back in fashion, with three factors to consider
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.comLUXURY BACK IN FASHION, WITH THREE FACTORS TO CONSIDER "The luxury sector is back in vogue after spending a few months in the penalt...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
Can the 8 Worst-Performing Dow Jones Stocks in 2024 Beat the S&P 500 in 2025?
2024 was an excellent year for the major stock market indexes. But the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) had just a 12.9% return, compared to 23.3% for the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and 28.6% for the Nasdaq Composite.Eight of the 30 Dow components lost value in 2024. And although those ...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
3 Reasons to Buy Enterprise Products Partners Stock Like There's No Tomorrow
There's no such thing as a perfect investment as everything you buy comes with puts and takes. For instance, if you are looking for a high yield right now, one of the best options is still Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD). Despite some negatives regarding the shares of this company, it's sti...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
After Two Years I'm Finally Buying This Incredible Company
In this video, I will explain why I'm finally buying Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) stock. 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 Jan. 16, 2025. The video was published on Jan. 16, 2025.Where to inves...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
Infosys leads the industry with the fastest growing CAGR in brand value of 18% over 5 years. Maintains leadership as a global Top 3 IT services brand
Infosys CEO Salil Parekh is the No.1 IT services CEO, for the second year in a row, in the Brand Guardianship Index 2025 DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today ann...PR Newswire
Jan 21, 2025
BUZZ-Walgreens falls after US accuses co of filling unlawful opioid prescriptions
** Shares of pharmacy operator Walgreens Boot Alliance WBA.O fall 7.4% to $11.59 premarket** Late on Friday, U.S. Justice Department accused WBA of contributing to the opioid epidemic by filling millions of unlawful prescriptions for addictive painkillers and other drugs** The DoJ lawsuit was announ...Reuters
Jan 21, 2025
Prediction: 2 AI Stocks That Will Be Worth More Than BigBear.ai 2 Years From Now
BigBear.ai's (NYSE: BBAI) stock price has rallied about 120% over the past 12 months, but it's still trading nearly 70% below its all-time high from April 2022. The AI software developer bounced back as its revenue growth stabilized and its adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
Should You Buy Tesla Stock While It's Below $450?
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has been on an absolute tear, with shares nearly doubling over the past few months. Investors expect big things from the electric vehicle (EV) company over the coming years. It has continually innovated, pushing into new markets like autonomous vehicles and humanoid robotics.Sto...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
Thinking of Following Warren Buffett Into Coca-Cola Stock? Read This First.
Warren Buffett is one of the better-known and successful investors. His Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) portfolio has consistently outperformed the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) since its inception in the mid-1960s. So respected is his reputation that some investors will assume a stock be...The Motley Fool
Jan 21, 2025
