SEC Chair Gary Gensler testifies during the House Financial Services Committee hearing titled “Oversight of the Securities and Exchange Commission,” in Rayburn Building on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Tom Williams | Cq-roll Call, Inc. | Getty Images The Securities and Exchange Commission, lead by Chair Gary Gensler, is voting Wednesday on new rules to curb
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Investors don’t have to dive far into the EV market outlook for evidence that electric vehicle stocks are in trouble. Headlines like this one from Bloomberg quickly indicate that the sector is in ‘shambles.’ Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) – the market leader – has seen its share prices drop to levels that it hasn’t tested for two months. It’s been a
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Marathon Digital (MARA) stock has faced a challenging start to the year, with shares dropping more than 20%. Some of this move can certainly be tied to Bitcoin’s (BTC-USD) performance, especially considering the high expectations for this token following the SEC’s approval of spot ETFs. Indeed, Bitcoin prices directly affect Marathon’s valuation, because Marathon’s entire
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Can Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock have a “magnificent” performance this year, like it did in 2023? Apple’s investors should have realistic expectations on Wall Street. Despite being a large company, Apple still faces uncertainty in certain areas. We’ll address Apple’s challenges in a moment. If you already own Apple stock, you’ll likely want to continue holding or possibly
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Alibaba (NYSE:BABA) stock didn’t have a great 2023, but 2024 is looking up. China’s e-commerce giant supports online transactions domestically and internationally. The company operates through a variety of subsidiaries, including Taobao, Tmall, AliExpress, and Alipay. Unfortunately, Alibaba has received little positive press recently. From shelving its cloud computing unit’s IPO to falling behind in market capitalization to competitors,
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In today’s ever-evolving economic landscape, where the threat of recession remains remarkably relevant, the allure of consumer staples stocks has become increasingly prominent. Looking back at the previous year, we witnessed a scenario where stubborn inflation left the Federal Reserve with no option but to ratchet up interest rates. Notably, even as the stock market
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Retail sales climbed a very impressive seasonally adjusted 0.8% in December when compared to November. And retail sales jumped 5.6% in December year-over-year (YOY), coming in significantly above inflation which is running below 4%. Additionally, the University of Michigan’s index of consumer sentiment rose 21% YOY this month to 78.8. Moreover, the index’s gain in
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In the stock market, the allure of small-cap stocks often lies in their untapped potential and the promise of substantial returns. Three small-cap stocks stand out as captivating players ready to skyrocket by 2025 in the intricate web of financial opportunities. Here, the first has strategically pivoted its focus, shedding legacy businesses and streamlining operations
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With the S&P 500 reaching new highs last week, investors appear to be taking an optimistic view of the overall stock market. However, not all stocks are participating in this rally. Some high-quality companies are still trading at beaten-down valuations, making them attractive value plays for investors. As monetary policy continues shifting in a more dovish direction,
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Blue-chip healthcare stocks tend to be among the top portfolio picks for long-term investors today. Though their blue-chip status implies maturity, which they have, it also implies that the companies have limited growth prospects. That’s far from the case for the best blue-chip healthcare stocks today. Healthcare and MedTech are emerging, changing and innovative stock
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The positive future performance of the economy hinges on addressing concerns about businesses’ adaptation to post-pandemic dynamics. Efforts include renegotiating discounts with manufacturers as retailers seek to regain bargaining power. The effectiveness of these strategies and consumers’ response to potential price increases will play a pivotal role in fostering economic growth. The current economic performance
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