Wall Street's sector rotation entered full throttle Tuesday, with investors pouring into previously overlooked corners of the market amid an AI-driven shift that now favors undervalued small caps and defensive names such as health care.
The artificial intelligence (AI) chip market is currently in the throes of an unprecedented surge in competition and innovation as of late 2025. This intense rivalry is being fueled by the escalating global demand for computational power, essential for everything from training colossal large language models (LLMs) to enabling sophisticated AI functionalities on edge devices. [...]
As of November 25, 2025, a quiet revolution is unfolding across Asia, as nations from Singapore to Japan actively forge sophisticated multicurrency stablecoin systems and robust regulatory frameworks. This concerted push is not merely about technological advancement; it's a strategic maneuver to enhance monetary sovereignty, modernize payment infrastructures, and streamline cross-border transactions. While the immediate [...]
Nvidia stock fell sharply on Tuesday, hitting its lowest level in nearly three months, but CNBC’s Jim Cramer said the pullback represents a buying opportunity rather than a warning sign.
Corn futures are showing gains of fractionally to 3 cents across most contracts on Tuesday as the market is putting some carry back in. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is down ¾ cents at $3.87 1/4. The market will be closed on Thursday...
Soybeans futures are 1 to 2 cents higher so far at midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is 1 ½ cents higher to $10.52 3/4. Soymeal futures are up $2.80 to $3, with Soy Oil futures are 8 to 9 points lower. USDA’s daily flash sale sys...
Cotton futures are trading with 9 to 25 points higher so far on Tuesday’s midday. Crude oil futures are down $1.09 per barrel at $57.73 on the day, with the US dollar index $0.447 lower to $99.620. Export Sales data for the week ending on October 9 s...
Lean hog futures are trading with mixed action on Tuesday, with February down a nickel and other contracts up 25 to 50 cents. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Tuesday morning with the 5-day rolling average at $70.92. The CME Lean Ho...
Live cattle futures are down 12 to 50 cents in the front months with April up 47 cents. There was some light cash trade picked up on Monday at $208 by the USDA in the Western Corn Belt. Light dressed action was noted in the North on Tuesday at $330.....
The wheat complex is higher as we trade through Tuesday’s midday. Chicago SRW futures are 5 cents in the green so far on Tuesday. KC HRW futures are 5 to 6 cents higher at midday. MPLS spring wheat futures are trading with 2 to 7 ¼ cent gains on Tues...
Schroders' 2026 outlook says pricey stocks may stay elevated, with China's tech transformation emerging as a hidden force sustaining global market valuations.
With all the attention focused on the likes of Nvidia, I think Alphabet deserves a round of applause. It has added a TRILLION dollars in shareholder value in a matter of weeks, pushing to lifetime highs seemingly every day.
Best Buy surged after posting Q3 results of $1.40 EPS and $9.67 billion in revenue, topping estimates and raising its full-year outlook on 2.7% comp sales growth.
Shares of healthcare services company Select Medical (NYSE:SEM)
jumped 13.4% in the afternoon session after it received a non-binding proposal from its Executive Chairman and Co-Founder, Robert A. Ortenzio, to take the company private.
Shares of young adult apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE:ANF) jumped 32.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter results that beat analyst expectations and provided an encouraging full-year earnings outlook.
Shares of clinical research company Fortrea Holdings (NASDAQ:FTRE)
jumped 10.2% in the afternoon session after the company announced it completed a debt tender offer, purchasing approximately $75.7 million of its outstanding senior secured notes.
Shares of casual restaurant chain Brinker International (NYSE:EAT)
jumped 8.7% in the afternoon session after Citigroup upgraded the stock to "Buy" from "Neutral" and increased its price target.
Shares of medical technology company Inspire Medical Systems (NYSE:INSP)
jumped 15.6% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as a significant increase in Medicare reimbursement rate boosted the growth outlook for the company's procedures, prompting multiple analyst upgrades.
Shares of hospitality and casino entertainment company MGM Resorts (NYSE:MGM)
jumped 6.1% in the afternoon session after the recent Las Vegas F1 weekend provided a significant boost to the company, attracting a large number of visitors and setting new betting records.
Shares of children’s apparel manufacturer Carter’s (NYSE:CRI)
jumped 6.5% in the afternoon session after strong earnings from a peer retailer signaled robust consumer spending in the apparel sector. Fellow apparel company Abercrombie & Fitch reported record third-quarter net sales, with 7% growth from the previous year. The company's earnings per share also exceeded its own outlook. This news appeared to boost investor confidence in the broader apparel industry, suggesting that shoppers continued to spend on clothing. The positive industry-specific news overshadowed broader economic data that showed a sharp decline in overall consumer confidence in November, providing a specific reason for optimism for clothing retailers like Carter's.
Shares of health insurance company Alignment Healthcare (NASDAQ:ALHC)
jumped 7.5% in the afternoon session after JP Morgan upgraded the stock's rating to Overweight from Neutral and increased its price target. The investment bank raised its price target to $20 from a previous target of $18. The upgrade reflected increased optimism in the company's growth prospects, citing its strong position within the expanding Medicare Advantage market and its unique approach to care. The bank's analyst also noted the company's impressive performance and its strategic position heading into the next year. These factors contributed to a more positive outlook on the stock's potential.
Shares of dental technology company Align Technology (NASDAQ:ALGN)
jumped 6.2% in the afternoon session after the company announced the commercial availability of its Invisalign System with mandibular advancement in the Philippines. This new product was designed to correct specific jaw and teeth alignment issues in growing patients by simultaneously moving the lower jaw forward while straightening teeth, expanding the company's treatment portfolio. In other news, Align Technology also concluded an academic program roadshow across the Middle East to support digital orthodontic education. The stock's positive move came despite analysts at Evercore ISI lowering their price target on the shares to $170 from $220, though the firm did maintain its "Outperform" rating, suggesting investors focused more on the product news.
(BPT) - The holiday season is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, with millions of drivers hitting the road to visit loved ones. Unfortunately, it's also one of the most common times for parking lot mishaps, rental car confusion and unexpected roadside incidents. Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) is offering drivers practical tips to help them stay safe and avoid costly surprises while traveling this season.
According to a Bloomberg News report, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been on the selection process since the summer to replace Powell and has been interviewing nearly a dozen candidates.
Shares of fashion conglomerate PVH (NYSE:PVH)
jumped 6.3% in the afternoon session after an analyst from UBS reiterated a Buy rating on the stock while keeping the price target at $148.00. The analyst expressed optimism due to PVH's own efforts, which were expected to drive significant long-term earnings growth. This positive view was maintained despite a difficult economic situation, especially in Europe. The company’s earlier reiteration of its third-quarter and fiscal year 2025 revenue and adjusted earnings per share guidance further supported the analyst's confidence in the company's direction.
Shares of women’s plus-size apparel retailer Torrid Holdings (NYSE:CURV)
jumped 3.4% in the afternoon session after positive earnings reports from several peer retailers boosted investor sentiment in the sector.
Shares of fashion conglomerate Oxford Industries (NYSE:OXM)
jumped 7.8% in the afternoon session after Citigroup analyst Paul Lejuez upgraded the company's stock to 'Neutral' from 'Sell'. Despite the improved rating, the analyst also lowered the price target on the shares to $35 from $44. The upgrade from a 'Sell' rating likely signaled to investors a less negative outlook on the company's future performance, sparking the positive stock reaction. However, the reduced price target indicated that some caution remained about the stock's valuation.
Shares of video communications platform Zoom (NASDAQ:ZM) jumped 13.5% in the afternoon session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results and raised its full-year profit outlook.
Shares of healthcare diagnostics company QuidelOrtho (NASDAQ:QDEL)
jumped 4.5% in the afternoon session after its CEO, Brian J. Blaser, purchased 23,500 shares of the company for a total of $501,577.
