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Should You Buy Micron Technology Stock Before Dec. 17?
Key PointsMicron Technology is likely to deliver a big earnings beat and solid guidance.That's thanks to the favorable demand-supply dynamics in the memory market.Micron's valuation and earnings potential suggest that it can continue to soar in 2026.10 stocks we like better than Micron Technology › ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks drop as AI exuberance worries linger; US yields jump
Wall Street stocks end down sharply with tech sharesInvestors brace for BoE, ECB, BOJ rate decisions aheadUS yields rise; dollar gains as wellBy Caroline Valetkevitch NEW YORK, Dec 12 (Reuters) - Major stock indexes fell on Friday, with technology-related shares dropping again as investors were w...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
Illinois Foundation Loads Up Shift4 Payments Stock With Nearly 116,000 Shares
Key PointsTransaction represents a 3.17% increase in fund’s 13F assets under management.Post-trade stake: 115,848 shares valued at approximately $8.97 million.FOUR is a new holding and lies outside the fund’s top five positions by value.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › On N...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
What to Watch With PepsiCo (PEP) Stock in 2026
Key PointsPepsiCo’s stock has struggled since 2023, in sync with its overall business.Several strategic changes to its product lines have been made this year.It’s positioned for rekindled growth, but there’s no room for error.10 stocks we like better than PepsiCo › It's going to be another forgettab...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
Corebridge Financial jumps on planned S&P MidCap 400 inclusion
Retirement and life insurance products provider Corebridge Financial's CRBG.N shares jump 5.1% to $33.15 in extended tradingCRBG will join the S&P MidCap 400 .IDX prior to market open on December 17, S&P Dow Jones Indices announcesCo will replace energy firm Allete ALE.N, which is set to...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
Staley Capital Advisers Dumps 59,000 Shares of Mercury Systems
Key PointsSold 58,820 shares, reducing position value by $6.51 million.Change represents 0.15% of 13F reportable assets under management (AUM).Post-trade stake: 411,310 shares, valued at $31.84 million.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › On November 12, 2025, Staley Capital Ad...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
Prediction: With or Without Warner Bros., Netflix Will Crush the S&P 500 From 2026 Through 2030.
Key PointsNetflix is putting a lot on the line to buy Warner Bros. Discovery.HBO’s content and pricing model complement Netflix well.Netflix is a high-margin cash cow that can grow steadily, regardless of the state of the economy.10 stocks we like better than Netflix › On Dec. 5, Netflix (NASDAQ: NF...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
Why Mitek Stock Jumped Today
Key PointsMitek's cybersecurity solutions are in high demand.The online sentinel is helping businesses address fraud holistically by integrating identity, biometrics, and authentication capabilities.10 stocks we like better than Mitek Systems › Shares of Mitek Systems (NASDAQ: MITK) popped on Friday...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
IRA Contribution Limits Are Increasing in 2026. Here's How Much You Need to Save Per Month to Max Yours Out.
Key PointsIRA contribution limits are increasing by $500 for those under 50 and by $600 for those 50 and older.Schedule regular transfers from your bank account to your IRA to avoid manual contributions.Traditional IRAs give you an up-front tax break, but Roth IRAs allow for tax-free withdrawals in ...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
BlackSky Technology slides on planned $100 million share sale
Space-based intelligence company BlackSky Technology's BKSY.N shares fall 5.8% to $17.18 in extended tradingBKSY unveils up to $100 million "at-the-market offering" to be handled by Deutsche Bank and Craig‑HallumStock closed down 6.7% at $18.24 on FridayProceeds will be used for general ...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2026January 27-28 (second day: statement released 1400 EST/1900 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EST/1930 GMT)March 17-18 (second day: statement releas...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
Verizon's CEO Calls Its 6.6% Dividend "Sacrosanct." How Safe Is It Really?
Key PointsVerizon just raised its dividend for the 19th year running and now pays a 6.6% yield. Its new CEO called its dividend "sacrosanct" in the latest earnings call, but this may be tested as the company faces a status quo he admits is "not acceptable." While its dividend yield is hefty, Verizon...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
US STOCKS-Wall Street ends lower; fears of AI bubble and inflation send investors away
Indexes fall: Dow 0.51%, S&P 500 1.07%, Nasdaq 1.69%Nasdaq marks lowest close since Nov 25Broadcom falls >11% as margin pressures add to AI payoff jittersLululemon climbs 9.6% after CEO exit, profit forecast boostInvestors look ahead to jobs and inflation dataBy Sinéad Carew and Johann M Cher...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
Wall St Week Ahead-Investors eager for delayed data to shed light on US economy
Jobs data due Tuesday, CPI out on ThursdayReports on economy come after Fed rate cutTech slide drags on stocks at end of week, following S&P 500 record By Lewis Krauskopf NEW YORK, Dec 12 (Reuters) - A host of delayed employment, inflation and other data in the coming week will give a long-an...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
What's the Average 401(k) Balance by Generation?
Key PointsRetirement savings balances grow as people age but level out after about 55.Baby boomers currently have the most money socked away for retirement.The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Are you saving as much for retirement as your peers?It's hard to know exac...The Motley Fool
Fri, Dec 12
CANADA STOCKS-TSX pares weekly gain as technology shares slide
TSX ends down 0.4% at 31,527.39For the week, the index adds 0.7%Technology loses 3.4%, with Celestica down 12.9%Curaleaf shares jump 37.8%By Twesha Dikshit and Fergal Smith Dec 12 (Reuters) - Canada's benchmark stock index gave back some of its weekly gain on Friday as a drop in technology sh...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
LIVE MARKETS-Stocks end week on a sour note
S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow all red; Nasdaq down 1.7%Tech biggest loser among S&P sectors; Cons staples leads gainersGold, dollar up; crude down; bitcoin off ~2.9%US 10-year Treasury yields rise to 4.19%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You c...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
US STOCKS-Wall Street slides; fears of AI bubble and inflation send investors away
Indexes lose ground Nasdaq, S&P 500 underperformBroadcom falls as margin pressures add to AI payoff jittersLululemon climbs after CEO exit, profit forecast boostInvestors look ahead to jobs and inflation dataBy Sinéad Carew and Johann M Cherian Dec 12 (Reuters) - Wall Street's major index...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks drop as AI exuberance worries linger; US yields jump
Wall Street stocks down sharply with tech sharesInvestors brace for BoE, ECB, BOJ rate decisions next weekGerman bond yields rise, US yields up as wellBy Caroline Valetkevitch NEW YORK, Dec 12 (Reuters) - Major stock indexes were down sharply on Friday, with technology-related shares falling agai...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
Miami International rises after investors sell stake in secondary offering
Exchange operator Miami International's MIAX.N shares rise 2.5% to $42.82MIAX late Thursday announced pricing of secondary offering of 6.75 million shares by certain selling shareholders at $41 apieceOffering priced at 1.9% discount to stock's last closeMIAX stock slipped 6.9% on Wednesday a...Reuters
Fri, Dec 12
