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Washington Is Pouring Billions Into Nuclear Energy. Does That Make NuScale Power a Buy?
Key PointsThe U.S. Department of Energy aims to quadruple the country's nuclear energy capacity by 2050.The government recently repurposed $3.1 billion for small modular reactors (SMRs) and advanced reactor demonstrations.NuScale Power is the only company with an SMR design certified by the Nuclear ...The Motley Fool
5 minutes ago
Why Astera Labs Stock Is Plummeting Today
Key PointsAstera Labs Q4 report arrived with better-than-expected sales and earnings. The company's forward guidance also looked pretty strong. Investors reacted negatively to the Q4 report due to margin concerns and news that Astera's CFO is stepping into a different role. 10 stocks we like better ...The Motley Fool
5 minutes ago
2 Retirement Experts Discuss How They'll Decide When to Retire
In this podcast, Motley Fool retirement expert Robert Brokamp speaks with Fool contributor Dan Caplinger about how they're approaching the decision of when to call it a career.Also in this episode:Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stoc...The Motley Fool
10 minutes ago
Meta Platforms Is Preparing for AI's "iPhone Moment": Is the Stock a Buy?
Key PointsMeta Platforms sees a massive opportunity with AI glasses.The company might encounter several challenges in that market.There are other, better reasons to buy the stock. 10 stocks we like better than Meta Platforms › In 2007, Apple launched the first iPhone, a device that eventually became...The Motley Fool
10 minutes ago
Is Now a Good Time to Revisit International ETFs Like SCHF?
Key PointsAs the U.S. market overheats, investors are pivoting to overseas stocks.Schwab’s International Equity ETF is an easy way to profit from that “ABUSA” trend.10 stocks we like better than Schwab International Equity ETF › Many investors have likely considered reducing their exposure to U.S. s...The Motley Fool
12 minutes ago
Energy companies gain after crude rises as tension in Middle East offset large US crude stocks build
S&P 500 energy index .SPNY up 2.4%, tracking a rise in crude prices O/RBrent crude oil futures LCOc1 were up 1.77% at $70.02 a barrel; U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude CLc1 rose 1.89% to $65.17/barrelPrices rise on investors' worries about escalating tension between Iran and the U.S., whic...Reuters
12 minutes ago
Why Shopify Popped And Then Dropped Today
Key PointsShopify reported 31% revenue growth in the fourth quarter.The company has integrated a number of AI tools into its platform.After a recovery earlier this week, software stocks tumbled again today.10 stocks we like better than Shopify › It's been a wild day for Shopify (NASDAQ: SHOP). The f...The Motley Fool
15 minutes ago
Down 65% From Its All-Time High, Is SoundHound AI a Buy Now?
Key PointsThe voice recognition specialist has been enjoying stellar growth.At the same time, SoundHound has also had massive operating losses.Its shares are only slightly more expensive than an average software stock.10 stocks we like better than SoundHound AI › SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) isn't i...The Motley Fool
17 minutes ago
U.S. STOCKS ON THE MOVE-Micron, McDonald's, Generac
The Day Ahead newsletter: https://refini.tv/3LI4BU7The Morning News Call newsletter: https://refini.tv/3dKUyB8Wall Street indexes lost steam on Wednesday following a renewed selloff in software stocks, while investors assessed stronger-than-expected employment data that lowered the bets on Federal R...Reuters
29 minutes ago
If I Could Tell All Retirees 1 Thing About Social Security, I'd Say to Do This Before You Claim Benefits
Key PointsWhen one spouse dies, the other doesn't continue to receive two Social Security payments each month.The Social Security Administration will no longer send the smaller of the two benefits.Whether you're married, single, or divorced, your decision to claim Social Security has repercussions.T...The Motley Fool
32 minutes ago
Invesco (RSPS) vs. First Trust (FTXG): Which Consumer Staples ETF Is the Better Buy?
Key PointsRSPS charges a lower expense ratio and has gathered more assets under management than FTXG.FTXG offers a slightly higher dividend yield but has lagged RSPS on one-year and five-year returns.FTXG includes a small allocation to basic materials and industrials, while RSPS is strictly consumer...The Motley Fool
35 minutes ago
Generac surges as data center demand strengthens
Generac Holdings GNRC.N shares advancing 18% on Weds to over three-year high of $215.12 after co reported Q4 results below Wall Street estimates but forecast mid-teens net sales growth for 2026 while its presence in the data center market grewGNRC shares on course for steepest one-day pct gain since...Reuters
35 minutes ago
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S&P 500 ~flat, Nasdaq, Dow dipEnergy leads S&P 500 sector gainers; Comm Svcs weakest groupDollar dips; bitcoin down >2%; gold up ~1%; crude rallies >1%US 10-Year Treasury yield edges up to ~4.17%Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. ...Reuters
37 minutes ago
Kraft Heinz pauses split, new CEO says problems are 'fixable'
CEO Cahillane prioritizes profitable growthTo invest another $600 million across marketing, sales and R&DKraft Heinz forecasts muted 2026 earnings; shares down 5%CEO says no end date for pause of separation By Juveria Tabassum and Abigail Summerville Feb 11 (Reuters) - Kraft Heinz KHC.O has h...Reuters
39 minutes ago
The Market Sours on Amazon's Eye-Popping $200 Billion Investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Here's Why It Could Pay Off.
Key PointsAmazon demonstrated strong growth in the fourth quarter, but it missed earnings estimates, and the market was unhappy about its news of a $200 billion capex spend in 2026.It's fielding incredible demand for AI services, and sales from its signature Bedrock platform grew 60% sequentially in...The Motley Fool
42 minutes ago
Why Are Software Stocks Down?
Key PointsInvestors are punishing the cloud hyperscalers over rising infrastructure budgets. Some SaaS businesses are trading at valuations that appear unsustainable. AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI are disrupting traditional software ecosystems. 10 stocks we like better than Microsoft › Softwa...The Motley Fool
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