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Microsoft Is Tanking. What's Behind the Decline?
Key PointsMicrosoft beat expectations on revenue and earnings.Cloud computing growth proved disappointing, however.Investors may also be wary of rising capital expenditures.10 stocks we like better than Microsoft › The share price of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) cratered last week -- down 11% on Thursda...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
Street View: Chevron's cost cuts and catalysts keep optimism alive
Chevron CVX.N Q4 profit fell on Friday, but still topped estimates as co cut costs and improved efficiency to offset lower crude prices expected through 2025Median PT of 28 brokerages covering the stock is $179 - data compiled by LSEG CUTTING FOR LIFTPiper Sandler ("overweight," PT: $177...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Forget 2025: 2 High-Yield Materials Stocks to Power Your Passive Income in 2026
Key PointsDow and LyondellBasell are at multiyear lows.Both stocks have high yields, providing an incentive to hold them through this challenging period.Lower interest rates will make borrowing capital less expensive, potentially boosting demand from key end markets.10 stocks we like better than Dow...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
Revvity climbs after forecasting upbeat 2026 profit on diagnostics strength
Shares of medical equipment maker Revvity RVTY.N rise 2% to $111 premarketCo forecasts 2026 adjusted profit per share of $5.35 to $5.45 vs analysts' average estimate of $5.32 - LSEG dataRVTY reports Q4 adj. profit of $1.70/shr vs estimates of $1.55/shrCo's quarterly revenue of $772.1 million...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Should You Invest $1,000 in Broadcom Right Now?
Key PointsBroadcom is partnering directly with AI hyperscalers to design AI computing units.Broadcom's stock is a bit expensive, but worth the price. 10 stocks we like better than Broadcom › While most of the investing attention in the artificial intelligence (AI) realm is directed toward Nvidia (NA...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
Most Medicare Beneficiaries Will Lose This Popular Benefit on Jan. 31. Here's What Seniors Need to Know.
Key PointsIn 2025, one quarter of all Medicare beneficiaries used telehealth services.On Jan. 31, most seniors will be required to return to in-person visits for most services.Congress has the power to extend the deadline or make the coverage permanent.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
Truist cuts American Express PT on cost concerns
Truist cuts PT on American Express AXP.N to $400 from $420New PT still represents a 11.5% upside to stock's last closeSays co spending more to grow and leverage being pushed out justifies a lower multipleAdjusts target multiple to a little under 20x its 2027 EPS forecast for AXP Notes that despi...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Aviation co VSE unveils planned $1 bln raise for acquisition; shares slip
Aviation services firm VSE Corp's VSEC.O shares off 1.2% on thin premarket volume at $215.99 as it seeks capital raise for M&AMiramar, Florida-based VSEC commences public offerings of $650 mln in stock and $350 mln 3-yr mandatory convertible tangible equity unitsCo intends to use net proceed...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
IDEXX rises after beating quarterly revenue estimates
Shares of animal diagnostics maker IDEXX Laboratories IDXX.O rise 1.13% to $678.02 premarketCo reports Q4 adj. profit of $3.08/shr vs analysts' average estimate of $2.93/shr - LSEG dataBrokerage Leerink Partners said non‑wellness vet visits, which drive most recurring diagnostics revenue, held u...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Which 3 Questions Should You Ask Before Retiring in a Bear Market?
Key PointsIf you make regular withdrawals from a retirement account to cover living costs, aim to avoid locking in lousy exit prices.The risk of missing out on the inevitable recovery is just as big as the risk of a bear market upending your retirement savings.Even if they don’t all serve the same p...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
MIDEAST-STOCKS-Most Gulf bourses gain on signs of de-escalation between US and Iran
By Ateeq Shariff Feb 2 (Reuters) - Most stock markets in the Gulf closed higher on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran was "seriously talking" with Washington, a comment that signaled potential de-escalation in tensions. Iran is reviewing details of several diplomatic ch...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Pre-Bell | Nasdaq Futures Slide 0.7%; Oracle Stock Rises 6% After Fitch Affirms BBB Rating Amid Debt Plans; Critical Metals, Unity Soar 8%; Tesla Falls 2%;
01 Stock MarketAs of Feb 2, U.S. stock index futures performed as follows: Dow Jones futures fell 0.08%, S&P 500 futures fell 0.35%, and Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.65%. The tilt lower suggests lingering caution after sharp moves in commodities and crypto, with rate and liquidity expectations in focus...Tiger News
Mon, Feb 2
Why UiPath Stock Is a Smart Buy Right Now
Key PointsUiPath has carved itself a profitable niche in the agentic AI market.It differentiates itself by focusing on automation for repetitive office tasks.It's winning business with government agencies, signaling its competitive position.10 stocks we like better than UiPath › After falling by ove...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
Street View: Exxon's upstream business steals the spotlight
Oil producer Exxon Mobil XOM.N beat Wall Street expectations for the fourth quarter, boosted by higher output from its profitable Permian Basin and Guyana operationsMedian PT of 28 brokerages covering the stock is $135 - data compiled by LSEG GOALS GLEAMINGEvercore ISI ("outperform," PT:...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Humana down after Morgan Stanley downgrades to 'underweight'
Shares of health insurance company Humana HUM.N down 2.4% at $190.50 premarketMorgan Stanley downgrades to "underweight" from "equal weight"; cuts PT to $174 from $262New PT represents an 11% downside to stock's last close"HUM's 2026 bid strategy alongside incremental pol...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
3 Warning Signs That the Stock Market Today Is in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bubble
Key PointsTech companies are investing incredible amounts of capital in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.Many are entering into complex financial deals to secure the funding for those buildouts.There's a possibility that the profit potential for AI is being overhyped.10 stocks we like bet...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks edge up as sell-off in silver eases, nervousness runs high
Gold, silver plunge in volatile trade, margins under pressure S&P futures slide ahead of earnings deluge, payrolls testDollar and bonds steady for nowBy Amanda Cooper LONDON, Feb 2 (Reuters) - Global shares fell on Monday, as a sudden, massive selloff in precious metals forced investors to d...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
Applied Materials down; Morgan Stanley expects co to grow in line with chipmaking tools
Shares of chipmaking tools supplier Applied Materials AMAT.O down 1.2% at $318.35 premarketMorgan Stanley notes current market perception implies AMAT will continue to undergrow wafer fabrication equipment (WFE), but says it expects AMAT to grow roughly in-line with WFERaises PT to $364 from $273, a...Reuters
Mon, Feb 2
1 Prediction for Visa in 2026
Key PointsVisa's fundamental gains are set to continue, showcasing its success at a time when consumer confidence is pressured. The financial stock has underperformed the S&P 500 in the past five years, which can discourage investors. 10 stocks we like better than Visa › Visa (NYSE: V) is a dominan...The Motley Fool
Mon, Feb 2
