Canadian Stocks Show Modest Move Back To The Upside
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:20
Following the weakness seen in the previous session, Canadian stocks showed a modest move back to the upside during trading on Wednesday. .. read more..
U.S. Stocks Climb Well Off Worst Levels But Still Close Mostly Lower
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:12
After moving sharply higher early in the session, stocks regained ground over the course of the trading day on Wednesday. The major averages climbed well off their worst levels of the day, although the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 remained in negative territory. .. read more..
Oracle Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:02
Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Oracle (NYSE: ORCL ). And retail traders should know. We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga. Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with ORCL, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen. So how do we know what these investors just did? Today, Benzinga 's options scanner spotted 153 uncommon options trades for Oracle. This isn't normal. The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 42% bullish and 41%, bearish. Out of all ... .. read more..
Meta Platforms Unusual Options Activity
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:02
Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META ), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in META usually suggests something big is about to happen. We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 251 extraordinary options activities for Meta Platforms. This level of activity is out of the ordinary. The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 40% leaning bullish and 32% bearish. ... .. read more..
Archer Aviation's Options Frenzy: What You Need to Know
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:02
Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Archer Aviation. Our analysis of options history for Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR ) revealed 15 unusual trades. Delving into the details, we found 26% of traders were bullish, while 73% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 6 were puts, with a value of $376,769, and 9 were calls, valued at $1,333,454. Expected Price Movements Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $5.0 to $25.0 for Archer Aviation over the last 3 months. Volume & Open Interest Trends In today's trading context, the average open interest for opti... .. read more..
4 reasons why the Trump tariffs haven't caused U.S. inflation to soar
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:00
For months, economists warned that the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs would sharply boost consumer prices. Here's why it hasn't happened. .. read more..
A Look Into General Dynamics Inc's Price Over Earnings
Wednesday, August 20,2025,16:00
In the current session, the stock is trading at $318.19, after a 0.57% increase. Over the past month, General Dynamics Inc. (NYSE: GD ) stock increased by 0.39% , and in the past year, by 8.43% . With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued. General Dynamics P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past ... Full story available on Benzinga.com .. read more..
Trump calls on Fed governor to resign after mortgage fraud allegations
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:49
President Trump called on Fed Governor Lisa Cook to resign on Wednesday after one of his appointees accused her of mortgage fraud. .. read more..
Retail Traders Hand Opendoor The Meme Stock Crown
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:48
Hedge fund manager Eric Jackson and crypto investor Anthony Pompliano have both dismissed claims that Opendoor Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPEN ) is a meme stock. To retail investors, meme stock culture symbolizes more than chasing quick gains—it represents collective action and defiance against conventional Wall Street narratives. Are Jackson and "Pomp" missing the point? OPEN stock is up over 40% in the past five days. See the real-time price action here. Retail Traders Speak Out On Wednesday, Benzinga asked viewers of the daily “PreMarket Playbook” show if Opendoor is a meme stock. Here are the results: Do you think ... Full story available on Benzi... .. read more..
PlayStation 5 prices to rise in the U.S. starting this week, Sony says
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:27
Sony, which joins other video game console makers in hiking their prices, attributed the increase to the "challenging economic environment." .. read more..
Can Best Buy Overcome Margin Pressures? Analyst Anticipates Q2 Earnings
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:11
As consumer electronics retailers navigate an increasingly competitive landscape, companies like Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE: BBY ) face mounting challenges in maintaining profitability. Amid shifting consumer preferences and the pressure of industry-wide promotions, investors and analysts closely watch financial performance and strategic moves to gauge future prospects. Best Buy shares are trading lower on Wednesday as BofA Securities analyst Robert F. Ohmes reiterated the Underperform rating on the stock, with a price forecast of $63. The company will report second-quarter earnings on Aug. 28, and Ohmes expects EPS to be $1.23 and enterprise comps to be -0.3%, both close to consensus. The ... .. read more..
Fed Just Poured Cold Water On Rate Cut Hopes–And Tariffs Are To Blame
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:06
The Federal Reserve indicated that inflation risks remain "considerable" due to the uncertain impact of new trade tariffs , casting fresh doubt over imminent interest rate cuts, according to the July Federal Open Market Committee minutes released Wednesday. SLV ETF is moving fast. Check live prices here. Despite signs of a labor market slowdown, a majority of Fed officials voted to keep the federal funds rate unchanged at 4.25%-4.50%, citing concerns that "tariff effects were becoming more apparent in the data," particularly in goods inflation, while services inflation continued to ease. Two Dissenters Pushed For A Cut For the first time since 1993, the Fed saw two dissenters — Governors ... .. read more..
Smart Money Is Betting Big In CEG Options
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:02
Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Constellation Energy (NASDAQ: CEG ). And retail traders should know. We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga. Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with CEG, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen. So how do we know what these investors just did? Today, Benzinga 's options scanner spotted 31 uncommon options trades for Constellation Energy. This isn't normal. The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 38% bullish an... .. read more..
BP Unusual Options Activity
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:02
Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on BP (NYSE: BP ). And retail traders should know. We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga. Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with BP, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen. So how do we know what these investors just did? Today, Benzinga 's options scanner spotted 15 uncommon options trades for BP. This isn't normal. The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 73% bullish and 26%, bearish. Out of all of the specia... .. read more..
Layoffs For AI: Oracle Pulls A Meta—Will Investors Buy The Efficiency Story?
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:02
Oracle Corp (NYSE: ORCL ) is cutting staff, and investors are already sizing up the playbook: is this the lean efficiency of a cloud titan, or a warning flag in disguise? Roughly 10% of its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) workforce in India has been let go, a move the company frames as part of a broader pivot toward automation and AI-driven growth . Track ORCL stock here . Trimming Staff, Boosting AI The OCI layoffs echo Meta's " Year of Efficiency " in 2023, when Facebook slashed about 21,000 roles to reallocate capital toward AI and automation. Meta's approach paid off handsomely: margins expanded, operating income surged, and the stock soared nearly 190% in ... Full story a... .. read more..
Eaton Corp Options Trading: A Deep Dive into Market Sentiment
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:02
Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Eaton Corp. Our analysis of options history for Eaton Corp (NYSE: ETN ) revealed 11 unusual trades. Delving into the details, we found 36% of traders were bullish, while 45% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $89,630, and 8 were calls, valued at $498,835. What's The Price Target? After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $300.0 and $430.0 for Eaton Corp, spanning the last three months. Insights into Volume & Open Interest Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerfu... .. read more..
A Look Into Tradeweb Markets Inc's Price Over Earnings
Wednesday, August 20,2025,15:00
In the current market session, Tradeweb Markets Inc. (NASDAQ: TW ) share price is at $130.19, after a 1.70% spike. Moreover, over the past month, the stock decreased by 4.72% , but in the past year, went up by 11.13% . Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. Tradeweb Markets P/E Compared to Competitors The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess ... Full story available on Benzinga.com .. read more..
Google unveils new Pixel 10 phone models at star-studded event
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:58
Google on Wednesday announced its new lineup of Pixel phones and other gear at an event hosted by Jimmy Fallon. .. read more..
Uber Offers Up To $2,000 For Colorado EV Drivers — State And Federal Incentiv...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:48
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to clarify details of Uber's EV incentive program. Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE: UBER ) is rolling out a new EV incentive program by partnering with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), offering drivers up to $2,000 directly. When combined with Colorado state and federal EV incentives, total potential savings can reach $21,500. $100 For Every 100 EV Trips, $6000 Colorado State Incentives The company announced a host of incentives for drivers in a press release published on Wednesday. Drivers can earn $100 for every 100 trips completed in an electric vehicle, up to a maximum of $2,000 through Uber's ... .. read more..
OVBC announces extension of Stock Buyback Program
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:46
GALLIPOLIS, Ohio , Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ohio Valley Banc Corp. (NASDAQ: OVBC ) (the "Company") announced the Board of Directors has authorized the extension date of its existing stock buyback program to August 31, 2026 . The program was originally approved by the board in 2021 and was set to expire August 31 of this year. With the extension, the share repurchase program will continue ... Full story available on Benzinga.com .. read more..
Superior Energy Services Announces Acquisition of Quail Tools from Nabors, Ne...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:34
HOUSTON, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Energy Services announces the acquisition of Quail Tools, a leading provider of premium tubular rentals in the U.S. land market, from Nabors Industries. This strategic transaction significantly expands Superior's presence in the U.S. market, enhancing its scale and capabilities. It also strengthens the company's ability to deliver efficient, cost-effective services to customers worldwide. With this acquisition, Superior fortifies its position as a leading provider of premium tubular solutions across both U.S. and international land and offshore markets. Quail Tools brings a 47-year legacy of industry leading excellence, a highl... .. read more..
What Is Going On With Micron Stock Wednesday?
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:32
Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU ) stock is trending on Wednesday as reports surfaced that the U.S. government is weighing taking equity stakes in leading chipmakers like Samsung Electronics (OTC: SSNLF ), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (NYSE: TSM ), and Micron in exchange for CHIPS and Science Act subsidies. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is exploring ways for Washington to secure ownership in companies receiving federal funding to build semiconductor plants, Reuters reported Wednesday. A White House source told Reuters that President Donald Trump likes the idea. Also Read: Micron Stock Soars 42% In 2025, But CEO Warns Of Demand Pull-Ins Samsung has already received $4.7 bill... .. read more..
Nancy Pelosi, Cathie Wood Make Millions On Databricks' New $100 Billion Valua...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:31
Privately held data and AI company Databricks is now worth $100 billion thanks to a new funding round. Ahead of a potential IPO in 2025 or 2026, the new funding round makes existing investors such as Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), Cathie Wood and NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ: NVDA ) big winners. How is NVDA doing today? Find out here. What Happened : Databricks is now valued at $100 billion in a new Series K funding round, increasing the company's value 61% from 2024 valuations. The new funding will be used for product development and potential M&A activity in the AI space. Databricks has over 15,000 customers and competes with several companies, including Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW ) and Palan... .. read more..
Fed Minutes Reveal Details Behind Split Interest Rate Decision
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:20
The minutes of the Federal Reserve's latest monetary policy meeting revealed most officials still see the upside risk to inflation as the bigger threat to the economic outlook, although a couple were more worried about the downside risk to employment. .. read more..
What's Going On With DoorDash Stock Wednesday?
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:15
DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH ) has announced a significant expansion of its Commerce Platform, including new tools to help restaurants increase direct sales and enhance customer relationships across various channels. This development, unveiled on Wednesday, includes new loyalty, marketing, and website tools that enable restaurants to grow their online and in-store sales. The company said the enhanced platform is built on the infrastructure that supports millions of daily DoorDash Marketplace orders. Also Read: Amazon’s Grocery Delivery Expansion Seen As Game-Changer In $90-Billion Online Market Opportunity It provides restaurants with the necessary tools to build their brand, boost profit... .. read more..
TSX Modestly Higher As Materials, Energy Stocks Gain
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:06
The Canadian market is modestly higher Wednesday afternoon, lifted by strong gains in materials and energy sectors. The mood remains a bit cautious ahead of the Federal Bank's symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where several central bank chiefs including Fed Chair Jerome Powell are set to make speeches. .. read more..
A Look Into Bausch Health Companies Inc's Price Over Earnings
Wednesday, August 20,2025,14:00
In the current session, the stock is trading at $7.81, after a 0.26% increase. Over the past month, Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE: BHC ) stock increased by 14.81% , and in the past year, by 32.32% . With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued. Bausch Health Companies P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against ... Full story available on Benzinga.com .. read more..
Viking's Premium Valuation Backed By Strong Growth, Analyst Notes
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:59
Viking Holdings Ltd (NYSE: VIK ) shares slipped on Wednesday despite the cruise operator posting a strong second-quarter revenue jump and upbeat analyst commentary. The company reported an 18.5% year-over-year sales increase to $1.88 billion and reaffirmed its ability to sustain mid-single-digit pricing strength across its segments. While Bank of America Securities reiterated a Buy rating with a $70 target, citing Viking’s premium positioning and superior returns, investors appeared cautious as shares traded nearly 2% lower in midday action. Read Also: Full story available on Benzinga.com .. read more..
Smart Money Dumps Stocks Popular With Retail Investors; Palantir's Chart Tell...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:53
Smart Money Sells Retail Favorites Please click here for an enlarged chart of Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ: PLTR ). Note the following: This article is about the big picture, not an individual stock. The chart of PLTR stock is being used to illustrate the point. The chart shows smart money selling in PLTR stock. The chart shows PLTR stock has given up the gains since the last earnings report. The volume on the chart shows the drop yesterday was on heavier volume. The chart shows PLTR stock is near the top band of zone 1 (support). The chart shows PLTR stock has returned to the trendline. A definitive drop below the trendline would be a negative. PLTR is in our Portfolio l... .. read more..
McDonald's Cuts Combo Prices To Regain Affordability Edge: Report
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:47
McDonald's Corp. (NYSE: MCD ) aims to restore its image as an affordable fast-food option. The pivot comes as consumers complain about the increasing cost of Big Macs . In some locations , Big Mac meals cost as much as $18. Now, McDonald’s and its U.S. franchisees plan to reduce the cost of eight combos—spanning breakfast, lunch, and dinner—by approximately 15%. The new pricing will take effect in early September and remain in place through the start of next year. Also Read: McDonald’s Targets $100 Billion Beverage Market With Colorful Lineup The Wall Street Journal reported that the plan coincides with a reintroduction of the so-called "Extra Value Meals" branding, which... .. read more..
Swiss Market Ends On Firm Note
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:39
After a weak start and a subsequent drop to lower levels, the Switzerland market recovered and stayed subdued till around mid morning on Wednesday, but kept edging higher as the day progressed to eventually ended the session on a firm note. Optimism about a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine supported the market. .. read more..
Target Stock Drops Nearly 7% After Weaker Q2 Results
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:32
Target Corporation (TGT) fell 6.92 percent to $98.07, down $7.29 on Wednesday, after reporting second-quarter results that showed lower profit and sales. .. read more..
Coinbase Has Heavy Options Trading As Bitcoin Falls - Unusual Call Option Act...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:30
Coinbase stock has hit a bump in the road as Bitcoin is on a downturn. That has led to very heavy and unusual call options activity in COIN stock, according to a Barchart report. Is this a buying opportunity? .. read more..
European Stocks Closed On Mixed Note
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:24
European stocks turned in a mixed performance on Wednesday after another cautious session, as investors looked ahead to the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Symposium that gets underway on Thursday, and continued to focus on the developments on the trade and geopolitical front. .. read more..
Tharimmune Stock Nearly Doubles To 104% On Positive Simulation Results For TH104
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:19
Tharimmune, Inc. (THAR) soared 104.61 percent to $2.39, up $1.22 on Wednesday, after reporting encouraging pharmacokinetic simulation results for its lead clinical candidate, TH104, a buccal film formulation of nalmefene. .. read more..
Auddia Stock Soars 21% On Strategic Business Shift
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:17
Auddia Inc. (AUUD) surged 21.00 percent to $2.64, up $0.45 on Wednesday, after announcing a strategic shift for its faidr app. The company is making all premium AI features free to consumers and will instead monetize artists who want to put their music in front of mainstream AM/FM streaming audiences. .. read more..
H World Group Stock Soars 5% On Strong Q2 Results
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:15
H World Group Limited (HTHT), a leading Chinese hotel management firm, is currently trading 5.21 percent higher at $35.09, up $1.74, after reporting significantly increased earnings and revenues in its second-quarter report. .. read more..
Medtronic Has Potential To Pursue Further Divestitures: Analyst
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:15
On Tuesday, Medtronic Plc (NYSE: MDT ) reported second-quarter earnings and announced key board appointments after Elliott Investment Management became the company's largest shareholder . The company also unveiled its new Growth Committee, tasked with overseeing the evaluation and execution of strategic M&A, R&D investments, and potential divestitures, including the planned separation of its Diabetes business . Medtronic reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales hitting $8.58 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $8.38 billion . This marks an 8.4% increase year-over-year, with organic growth of 4.8%. Adjusted earnings of $1.26 per share also beat expectations of... .. read more..
What's Going On With Microsoft Stock Wednesday?
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:13
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT ) stock is trending on Wednesday, backed by a strong year-to-date performance that saw its shares climb over 20%, significantly outperforming the NASDAQ Composite Index’s over 8% returns. This momentum is attributed to robust growth in the company’s cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) divisions, with exclusive licensing deals and access to OpenAI’s models bolstering its Azure cloud business and pushing its market value closer to $4 trillion . After laying off over 15,000 employees in 2025, the company remains focused on its $80 billion AI investment. This substantial commitment reflects its conviction that AI will be the key growth engine for t... .. read more..
These Analysts Revise Their Forecasts On Keysight Technologies After Q3 Earnings
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:09
Keysight Technologies, Inc . (NYSE: KEYS ) reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results on Tuesday . Keysight reported quarterly earnings of $1.72 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.67 per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.352 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.318 billion. The company expects fourth-quarter revenue to be in the range of $1.370 billion to $1.390 billion. Non-GAAP earnings per share for the fourth-quarter are projected to be between $1.79 and $1.85. “Keysight delivered strong results this quarter, exceeding the high end of our guidance for both revenue and earnings per share. ... Full story ... .. read more..
Palantir, AI Stocks Extend Losses Ahead Fed Minutes: What's Moving Markets We...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:06
A second day of selling pressure hit technology stocks tied to the AI theme on Wednesday, as sentiment cooled after an MIT report questioned the broad profitability of the new technology. MAGS ETF is moving fast. Check live prices here. Shares of Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR ) — a poster child of the AI-driven rally — fell another 4% by midday, paring steeper early losses. The drop followed Tuesday's 9.4% plunge, marking the stock's worst two-day slump since April. The Nasdaq 100 slid about 1%, underperforming other major indexes The S&P 500 eased 0.46% The Russell 2000 lost 0.56% The Dow Jones dipped 0.12% Investors now await the release of the Fed's July m... .. read more..
Decoding T-Mobile US's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:02
Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on T-Mobile US. Our analysis of options history for T-Mobile US (NASDAQ: TMUS ) revealed 12 unusual trades. Delving into the details, we found 41% of traders were bullish, while 25% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 2 were puts, with a value of $73,100, and 10 were calls, valued at $422,118. Projected Price Targets Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $240.0 to $290.0 for T-Mobile US over the recent three months. Volume & Open Interest Trends Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due dili... .. read more..
From Coffee Service To Supply Chains: Exciting Opportunities In The AI Roboti...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,13:01
A robot served me coffee at a conference once. And while the experience of being served coffee by a robot illustrates an intriguing mix of novelty and utility at the heart of advanced AI-driven robotics, the very same technology is powerfully solving a variety of real-world problems across multiple industries. Take Richtech Robotics (NASDAQ: RR ) , for example, the company behind ADAM, the dual-armed robotic barista that made my coffee. Richtech Robotics' AI robots excel not just because they pour coffee, but because they integrate automation, AI, and data to answer critical challenges like labor shortages, demand for consistency and safety, and the need for 24/7 high-quality service... .. read more..
Rigetti Computing, Montana State University Team Up To Advance Quantum Research
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:28
Rigetti Computing, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGTI ) announced a new collaboration with Montana State University (MSU) to advance quantum computing research and innovation. The company’s shares fell, weighed down by broader tech sector weakness, despite the positive announcement on its research initiative. The announcement coincided with the launch of MSU’s Quantum Core Research and Education Center (QCORE), which now houses an on-site Rigetti quantum processor. Also Read: Target Outgoing CEO Warns Of Short-Term Tariff Pressure, Stock Sinks MSU officially unveiled QCORE, a research hub dedicated to quantum and photonics systems. The center now operates a nine-qubit Novera quantum ...... .. read more..
Claire's sells most of its North American business after filing for bankruptc...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:28
Claire's announced Wednesday it is selling most of its North American business in an effort to stave off liquidation after filing for bankruptcy protection. .. read more..
TJ Maxx parent company TJX beats earnings expectations, raises full-year guid...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:28
TJX Cos. reported earnings and revenue that beat estimates and raised its full-year guidance, as the discounter said it can offset pressure from tariffs. .. read more..
Palantir Just Broke Below 50-Day Average—Is It Time To Buy The Dip?
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:26
Shares of Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE: PLTR ) dropped 5% by midday Wednesday, extending Tuesday's sharp 9.4% slide . PLTR stock is moving fast. Check live prices here. The two-day drop marks the stock’s worst back-to-back performance since April—when President Donald Trump 's tariff announcement rattled global markets. But there's something even more unique catching traders’ eyes. For the first time since spring, Palantir has slipped under its 50-day moving average—a widely watched support line on Wall Street. History shows that this is not a trivial signal: since its IPO in 2021, there have been 19 occasions when Palantir has broken below this threshold. W... .. read more..
Nvidia's Silicon Silk Road: From China's Firewalls To Saudi Arabia's Data Pal...
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:20
If the original Silk Road moved silk and spices, the 2025 version is trading in silicon. At the center sits NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ: NVDA ), the $4 trillion chip colossus, threading its GPUs through the geopolitical maze of China's firewalls and Saudi Arabia's gilded data palaces. The stakes? Not just who builds the fastest AI , but who controls the digital infrastructure of the next decade. Track NVDA stock here . China's Workarounds and Walling Off For Nvidia, China has been both a goldmine and a minefield. The U.S. slapped export controls on advanced AI chips in 2022, forcing Nvidia into compromises. The RTX 4090D and now the newly unveiled B30A chip — a watered-down version... .. read more..
Lowe's beats on quarterly earnings, buys home pros business for $8.8 billion
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:19
The retailer has tried to attract more home professionals as a way to drive higher sales. .. read more..
IonQ Expands Quantum IP Portfolio, Surpassing 1,000 Patents And Applications
Wednesday, August 20,2025,12:15
IonQ, Inc. (NYSE: IONQ ) announced major progress in its intellectual property (IP) strategy on Wednesday. The company’s shares fell, weighed down by broader tech sector weakness, despite positive announcements on its IP. The quantum computing firm revealed it has been granted new U.S. patents, broadening its portfolio and reinforcing its leadership in trapped-ion quantum technology. Also Read: Target Outgoing CEO Warns Of Short-Term Tariff Pressure, Stock Sinks The company now controls or has access to more than 1,000 patents and applications across its business lines, showcasing the depth of its IP. These additions are expected to strengthen IonQ’s ability to scale technolog... .. read more..