US stocks were marginally in the green on Friday as Wall Street took a breather after a strong rally in the previous session that pushed major indices to new record highs. Strength in artificial intelligence-related stocks continued to underpin sentiment, even as the federal government shutdown extended into its third day. The Dow Jones Industrial
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US stocks were marginally in the green on Friday as Wall Street took a breather after a strong rally in the previous session that pushed major indices to new record highs. Strength in artificial intelligence-related stocks continued to underpin sentiment, even as the federal government shutdown extended into its third day. The Dow Jones Industrial
3.3KApple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) faced pressure on Thursday after analysts at Jefferies downgraded the stock, warning that investor expectations surrounding upcoming iPhone models—particularly a potential foldable version—are unrealistic. The firm cut its rating to Underperform from Hold and lowered its price target to $205.16 from $205.82, implying roughly 20% downside from current levels. Shares of
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) faced pressure on Thursday after analysts at Jefferies downgraded the stock, warning that investor expectations surrounding upcoming iPhone models—particularly a potential foldable version—are unrealistic. The firm cut its rating to Underperform from Hold and lowered its price target to $205.16 from $205.82, implying roughly 20% downside from current levels. Shares of
3KPlug stock (NASDAQ: PLUG) had a big day on Friday, as it witnessed a 22% surge. Investors are clearly excited, thanks to a mix of analyst upgrades, key operational wins, and the company’s push into international markets. Even though Plug Power has faced financial losses in the past and the hydrogen business comes with its
Plug stock (NASDAQ: PLUG) had a big day on Friday, as it witnessed a 22% surge. Investors are clearly excited, thanks to a mix of analyst upgrades, key operational wins, and the company’s push into international markets. Even though Plug Power has faced financial losses in the past and the hydrogen business comes with its
3.5KThe Senate remains deadlocked on a path to end the shutdown as it nears its second week, and Republicans’ meager support across the aisle to reopen the government may be crumbling. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., needs at least eight Senate Democratic caucus members to join Republicans to reopen the government, given that Sen.
The Senate remains deadlocked on a path to end the shutdown as it nears its second week, and Republicans’ meager support across the aisle to reopen the government may be crumbling. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., needs at least eight Senate Democratic caucus members to join Republicans to reopen the government, given that Sen.
4.9KTesla stock edged lower on Friday, extending the steep decline from the previous session despite the company reporting record deliveries. At the time of writing, the Tesla stock slipped over 1% to $430.97, following Thursday’s 5.1% drop. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% and 0.3%, respectively. Tesla deliveries hit record levels
Tesla stock edged lower on Friday, extending the steep decline from the previous session despite the company reporting record deliveries. At the time of writing, the Tesla stock slipped over 1% to $430.97, following Thursday’s 5.1% drop. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% and 0.3%, respectively. Tesla deliveries hit record levels
3.1KFormer FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty on charges of alleged false statements and obstruction of congress during his first court appearance in Virginia on Wednesday. The former FBI director appeared at 10 a.m. Eastern Time in the Albert V. Bryan United States Courthouse in the Eastern District of Virginia. Comey’s wife, Patrice, and
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty on charges of alleged false statements and obstruction of congress during his first court appearance in Virginia on Wednesday. The former FBI director appeared at 10 a.m. Eastern Time in the Albert V. Bryan United States Courthouse in the Eastern District of Virginia. Comey’s wife, Patrice, and
2.9KShopify Inc. (NYSE: SHOP) saw its shares rise sharply on Friday morning after TD Cowen resumed coverage of the e-commerce platform and raised its price target. Shopify shares traded 5.2% higher in New York at $159.18. TD Cowen analyst Daniel Chan highlighted Shopify’s strong growth trajectory and opportunities for international expansion. The bank restarted coverage
Shopify Inc. (NYSE: SHOP) saw its shares rise sharply on Friday morning after TD Cowen resumed coverage of the e-commerce platform and raised its price target. Shopify shares traded 5.2% higher in New York at $159.18. TD Cowen analyst Daniel Chan highlighted Shopify’s strong growth trajectory and opportunities for international expansion. The bank restarted coverage
4.8KFormer FBI Director James Comey will be arraigned in federal court Wednesday morning after being indicted on charges of alleged false statements and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. Comey has said he is innocent. The former FBI director is set to have his first court appearance at 10 a.m. Eastern Time in the Albert V.
Former FBI Director James Comey will be arraigned in federal court Wednesday morning after being indicted on charges of alleged false statements and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. Comey has said he is innocent. The former FBI director is set to have his first court appearance at 10 a.m. Eastern Time in the Albert V.
3KAn expected sixth vote to reopen the government didn’t come to fruition on Tuesday, but lawmakers face a new wrinkle: the possibility that furloughed employees won’t be paid. The government shutdown marched into its seventh day with both Senate Republicans and Democrats still at odds on a path forward, and no real clear end in
An expected sixth vote to reopen the government didn’t come to fruition on Tuesday, but lawmakers face a new wrinkle: the possibility that furloughed employees won’t be paid. The government shutdown marched into its seventh day with both Senate Republicans and Democrats still at odds on a path forward, and no real clear end in
4.7KChina’s stock markets are staging a strong rally, with artificial intelligence emerging as the central force behind investor enthusiasm. The sharp rise follows a muted 2024, when Chinese equities were in decline for most of the year. In eight out of twelve months in 2024, the China A market fell, reflecting weak sentiment as Beijing
China’s stock markets are staging a strong rally, with artificial intelligence emerging as the central force behind investor enthusiasm. The sharp rise follows a muted 2024, when Chinese equities were in decline for most of the year. In eight out of twelve months in 2024, the China A market fell, reflecting weak sentiment as Beijing
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