1ST Source (SRCE) and Fastenal (FAST) are two companies that shouldn't be overlooked ahead of their fourth quarter reports on Thursday, January 18.

There are big risks for JPMorgan, especially if the past examples of yield curve inversion come to pass even remotely. A return to the 200-day moving average is the best-case scenario for JPMorgan Chase. Investors may consider longer-dated covered calls to create some defense while matching best case upside for the stock.

The Magnificent 7 companies were the stars of the show in 2023. In the new year's first week of trading, the cohort proved slightly less magnificent.

Dallas Tanner, Invitation Homes CEO, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the housing and rental markets in 2024.

Many investors continue to prioritize dividends when buying stocks, relying on the payments for income, particularly in retirement. To many investors, dividends provide a more reliable and consistent return than stock price appreciation, which is prone to market fluctuations.

HOUSTON , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE: MRO) announced today it plans to issue its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 earnings release on Wednesday, February 21, after the close of U.S. financial markets. The company will conduct a conference call via live webcast, on Thursday, February 22, at 9 a.m.

PNC Financial Services Group saw delinquencies, total non-performing loans (NPLs) and net loan charge-offs increase during the fourth quarter. One notable contributor to the increase was the commercial real estate (CRE) portfolio, Robert Q.

Bob Chapek, a nearly three-decade Disney veteran who was ousted in 2022 as the media company's CEO, has been appointed to the board of directors of medical tech firm Masimo. The move comes during a dramatic series of events involving Masimo and Apple.

Wall Street analysts conduct plenty of research before deciding which stocks to recommend. It's part of their full-time jobs which makes them more present in the industry than most retail investors.

Sassine Ghazi, Synopsys CEO, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk its acquisition of Ansys for $35 billion and its regulatory timeline.

CHICAGO , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellanova (NYSE: K) plans to issue its 2023 fourth quarter financial results at approximately 8:00 am EST on Thursday, February 8, 2024.  The following documents will be available on the Company website https://investor.kellanova.com  at 8:00 am EST: Press release, financial tables, GAAP reconciliations, prior periods' results recast for discontinued operations, and presentation slides.

Banxa Holdings Inc. (BNXAF) 2023 & Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Thomas Peterffy, Interactive Brokers Chairman, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk quarterly earnings.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT), a leading digital experience platform, today announced that senior management will participate in fireside chats and host investor meetings at the following upcoming investor conferences: 26th Annual Needham Growth Conference: Michael Walrath, CEO and Chair of the Board, will participate in a fireside chat at the conference on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. A live video webcast of the fireside chat will be available on the Yext In.

Walt Disney said on Tuesday it "does not endorse" the candidates nominated by activist shareholders in a preliminary proxy filed with Securities and Exchange Commission.

Apple Inc. may have given back the title of largest U.S. public company to Microsoft Corp., but it has just picked up a different crown for the first time.

The Supreme Court will not hear Apple's appeal in its legal battle with Epic Games. As Bloomberg News reported Tuesday (Jan. 16), the decision means that a 2023 appeals court ruling centered around the Apple App Store — one that could effect billions of the tech giant's revenue — will still stand.

TPG, a global alternative asset management firm, will make a strategic growth investment of up to $228 million in Sayari Labs, a counterparty and supply chain risk intelligence provider.

On Yahoo Finance's ""Good Buy or Goodbye"" segment, Tema ETF Founder Maurits Pot evaluates stock picks within the infrastructure and construction services sector. He spotlights Spanish construction giant Ferrovial (FER.MC) as a buy, while urging caution on contractor Mastec (MTZ).

USDA's final crop production report for 2023 year stunned grain markets, with corn farmers producing a record yield of 177.3 bushels per acre, comfortably eclipsing 2017's previous high of 176.7 bushels per acre. With market estimates in tatters, new futures contracts for corn are entering bear territory.

Waymo has the potential to be one of Alphabet's most important businesses in the next decade, as the self-driving industry has the potential to be one of the largest in the world. Waymo is currently the clear front-runner in the self-driving race, with a fully operational robo-taxi business and exponential growth in rider-only miles. The cautious approach and utilization of proven technologies have allowed Waymo to pull far ahead of competitors, with massive financial implications in capturing a fraction of the self-driving market.

With online grocery eating away at brick-and-mortar players' market share, Ocado Retail is seeing its revenue rise. The joint venture between British grocery technology company Ocado Group and United Kingdom-based multinational retailer Marks & Spencer announced Tuesday (Jan.

You couldn't take 10 steps at CES, the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, without hearing about AI. All the key players in the AI PC race were present last week in force, including Intel INTC, -0.13%, AMD AMD, +8.31%, Qualcomm QCOM, +0.66% and Microsoft MSFT, +0.46%.

PGIM Jennison Technology Fund Portfolio Manager Erika Klauer joins Ed Ludlow to discuss why the firm thinks Apple's business is "incredibly attractive," and why the PC segment is one to look for. She speaks on "Bloomberg Technology.

Microsoft is opening up its artificial intelligence assistant to consumers and making the corporate version available to smaller companies as it tries to increase the number of paying customers for the new services. Microsoft Executive Vice President and Consumer Chief Marketing Officer Yusuf Mehdi joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Technology.

In a post on X.com, owner of X.com and Telsa CEO Elon Musk (TSLA), claimed he was ""uncomfortable growing Tesla to be a leader in AI & robotics without having ~25% voting control. Enough to be influential, but not so much that I can't be overturned.

30% ORR and 93% DCR across heterogenous second-line CRC patients treated with DKN-01 plus bevacizumab and chemotherapy Subgroup analysis reveals greatest benefit in left-sided tumors, particularly rectal and rectosigmoid patients with 46% ORR, 100% DCR, and preliminary median PFS of 9.4 months. Leap to host conference call to report additional clinical data including further subgroup analyses on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

Shares of Spirit Airlines plunged nearly 50% Tuesday after a federal judge blocked JetBlue Airways' (NASDAQ:JBLU) plan to purchase the budget airline for $3.8 billion.  The ruling is a win for the US Justice Department, which sued to block the merger on the grounds that it would increase fares by reducing competition in the discount airline market.

In a double whammy, the US Supreme Court refused to consider Apple's appeal in an antitrust suit challenging its lucrative App Store, while it is planning to remove its blood-oxygen feature from its latest smartwatches to get around a US ban of the devices if an appeal of the decision fails. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Technology.

The lawsuit, originally filed in 2022, accused Meta of “secretly harvesting” biometric data from its users in violation of state law.

WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) today announced plans to issue its first-quarter earnings release at approximately 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. The company's live webcast with securities analysts will include an executive summary and detailed remarks. The live webcast will take place at 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Simultaneously, the company will post a slide presentation in the Investor Relations section of its website at http://investor.ashland.com .

Samsung's decade-plus reign as the king of the smartphone market is over. “The last time a company not named Samsung was at the top of the smartphone market was 2010, and for 2023 it is now Apple,” research group IDC said Monday (Jan. 15) in its annual report on the mobile phone market.

Penny stocks can offer tantalizing rewards for those willing to stomach the risks. Though most fail, the few that succeed can bring massive returns.

The consumer discretionary sector is overvalued by about 8% relative to a historical baseline. Nevertheless, the durables, apparel and consumer services subsectors show good value scores. Fidelity® MSCI Consumer Discretionary Index ETF is an alternative to the Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR® Fund ETF for long-term investors.

With the looming merger between Kroger and Albertsons set to make it all the harder for smaller grocery chains to stand a fighting chance, delays due to ongoing pushback are giving those retailers more time to find their footing. The two grocery giants, along with divestiture buyer C&S Wholesale Grocers, announced Monday (Jan.

Hedge funds are specialized investment funds that aim to generate returns regardless of overall market conditions. Hedge fund managers tend to be skilled stock pickers, as they have the resources to conduct thorough research and analysis.

Phunware Inc (NASDAQ:PHUN) has revealed its plans for a stock offering to generate up to $7 million to help monetize its patent portfolio. The company, a leading provider of location based SaaS solutions, said it will issue and sell approximately 87,500,000 shares of common stock at $0.08 per share, following a definitive agreement.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orion S.A. (NYSE: OEC), a specialty chemical company, today announced that the company will release its full year and fourth quarter 2023 results after the market closes on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, to be followed by a conference call on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. (EST). The dial-in details for the live conference call are as follow: U.S. Toll Free: 1-877-407-4018 International: 1-201-689-8471 A replay of the conference call may be accessed by phone.

The sale of the Haslam stake to Berkshire Hathaway comes after they settled a Delaware Chancery Court case over accounting of the value of Pilot Travel Centers.

Let's take a look at the screen and a few of the over 50 highly-ranked cheap stocks to consider buying in January.

Price targets can be helpful for investors, providing a more structured trading plan and helping to inject positivity surrounding future performance when raised.

Liz Young, SoFi, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss market direction, her Fed expectations and more.

As we step into mid-January 2024, the world of Cannabis Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offers a fascinating opportunity for investors. In general, these trusts specialize in owning and managing properties designed for the thriving cannabis industry. With the U.S. cannabis market expanding rapidly, these REITs stand out for those looking for high-yield dividend stocks. In the past year, the U.S. cannabis industry hit a remarkable $30 billion in market size, and it's expected to keep growing at a rate of 21% annually until 2030. Also, this booming growth makes cannabis REITs an attractive choice for long-term investment, especially with their dividends often being more generous compared to traditional REITs.

LOUDON, Tenn., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Malibu Boats, Inc. (Nasdaq: MBUU) announced today that it will release its second quarter fiscal 2024 financial results on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, before the market opens. Following the release, the company's management will host a conference call to discuss the results at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day.

SÃO PAULO, Brazil, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lavoro Limited (Nasdaq: LVRO; LVROW), the first U.S.-listed agricultural inputs retailer in Latin America, will issue its financial results for the fiscal first quarter 2024 earnings results after market close on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

This company operates in the nearly $1 trillion advertising industry.

QuantumScape is developing solid-state batteries but hasn't yet been able to commercialize them. Its partner Volkswagen is reportedly in talks with a French battery maker.

Tilray (NASDAQ: TLRY ) reported its earnings last week, bringing in record-high quarterly net revenue of $194 million, up by 34% year-over-year. However, as The Motley Fool reports, much of the revenue growth was attributed to acquisitions, such as from Hexo and several beverage brands from Anheuser-Busch (NYSE: BUD ).

The RealReal has joined EON to make it easier for luxury customers to consign their goods. The collaboration between the luxury consignment brand and the digital ID company will see The RealReal (TRR) join EON Exchange, EON's app/partner/service ecosystem, the companies announced in a Tuesday (Jan. 16) news release provided to PYMNTS.

In the fast-paced world of tech investments, the quest for the next tech gem is akin to navigating a complex maze. As the tech landscape evolves, three standout stocks are positioned as potential game-changers with the capacity to double in value.

An improving economic picture helped fuel a rebound for Alphabet. The company was quick to join the AI revolution, further boosting its fortunes.

HOUSTON , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), an international, Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 199 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023 on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, before the market opens.  Daryl Kenningham, Group 1's president and chief executive officer, and the Company's senior management team will host a conference call to discuss the results later that morning at 10:00 a.m.

As gold grapples with resistance, this week's price action reveals a battle for direction. A breakout above 2,062 could pave the way for a bullish ascent towards record highs.

MILWAUKEE, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. (NYSE: APAM) will report its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 financial results and information relating to its quarterly and special annual dividend on January 30, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Time). Artisan Partners Asset Management's earnings release and supplemental materials will be available on the investor relations section of artisanpartners.com at that time. Chief Executive Officer Eric Colson, President Jason Gottlieb and Chief Financial Officer C.J. Daley will host a conference call on January 31, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss the results.

LITTLETON, CO / ACCESSWIRE / January 16, 2024 / Ur-Energy Inc. (NYSE American:URG)(TSX:URE) (the "Company" or "Ur-Energy") is pleased to announce that its Chairman and CEO, John Cash, will be participating in The Microcap Conference taking place at Caesar's Atlantic City Hotel and Casino on January 30-31 and February 1, 2024. In addition to holding one-on-one meetings, Mr.

Elon Musk is the richest man in the world and has control over three companies; Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA ), X, and SpaceX. A single company faces constant threats that a CEO must always be aware of.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is widely expected to continue to perform well in 2024. The index represents 30 of the most prominent U.S. firms that are considered to be the most important Equities within the New York Stock Exchange and the nasdaq.

Hercules Capital, Inc. is one of the largest BDCs in the U.S. with a market cap over $2.2 billion. HTGC focuses on lending and investing in VC-type businesses, which sets it apart from most other BDCs. Despite the inherent risks of VC exposure, HTGC has showcased an ability to outperform the market and has a solid portfolio structure (and quality).

In 2023, EV charging stocks had difficulty, led by ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT ) which lost more than 75% of its value. ChargePoint saw its revenues fall by 12% during the most recent quarter with losses nearly doubling.

Investing in growth stocks has an excellent potential to increase your wealth in the long run.

In prior paradigms, the idea of eco-friendly stocks would probably have been met with ridicule, if not outright derision. Back in the good ole days, going green equated to tree hugging and granola bars.

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allogene Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic CAR T (AlloCAR T™) products for cancer and autoimmune disease, today announced that it will participate in three upcoming investor conferences in January and February.

While digital innovation served as the backbone of last year's resilient market performance, investors moving forward may want to concentrate on top-rated tech stocks. Specifically, these ideas have the endorsement of Wall Street analysts who have pegged the enterprises as strong buys.

KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) (Nasdaq: MPWR), a fabless global company that provides high-performance, semiconductor-based power electronics solutions, today announced plans to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

“What we just want is good stability,” Nadella said during an event at the World Economic Forum.

DENVER, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HTLF (NASDAQ: HTLF) today announced the company will host a conference call detailing its fourth quarter 2023 financial results at 5 p.m. ET on Monday, January 29, 2024.

Consumers and businesses always look for ways to get more mileage out of their money. Fintech companies can fulfill that objective with valuable products and features.

Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. (GNTY) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

For many biotech stocks, price and performance hinges on the success of a drug in testing. This means most biotech companies rely on one market opportunity to succeed financially.

The oil market has been on a roller coaster ride in the past few years, with prices fluctuating wildly due to various factors like pent-up travel demand post-COVID and geopolitical tensions between Western nations and Russia. Brent crude prices are now sitting around $78/bbl, well below where it was in mid-September 2023, above $90/bbl.

Speaking to Yahoo Finance's Julie Hyman and Brian Sozzi at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Honeywell (HON) CEO Vimal Kapur is eyeing the conglomerate's ""next chapter"" focused on prioritizing growth across the company in 2024. Central to Honeywell's growth strategy, Kapur says there are three macro drivers that ""have a huge impact on all of us in our daily life"": aviation, automation, and the broader energy transition.

A US federal judge on Tuesday ruled against JetBlue's $3.8 billion takeover of low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, saying that the deal would reduce competition.

Apple's iPhone for the first time became the world's biggest selling smartphone after rival Samsung's 12-year run as leader, data showed.

Fineqia International Inc (CSE:FNQ, OTC:FNQQF) announced that it has appointed Arnaud Goubely as its Head of Risk and Compliance. The company said that Goubely brings more than a decade of experience in risk management, compliance, and financial control to the position.

My dividend growth portfolio focuses on a select few companies. The watchlist plays a crucial role in guiding my investment decisions. I recently added Amphenol Corporation to my watchlist due to its strong position in the industrial sector. Amphenol Corporation, a leading global player in electronic components, follows a strategy emphasizing market diversification, technology solutions, and global expansion.

LOS ANGELES , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercury General Corporation (NYSE: MCY) reported today that after the markets close on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, the Company will issue an earnings press release reporting its results for the fourth quarter of 2023, and will also file its annual report on Form 10-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The earnings press release should be read in conjunction with the Company's annual report on Form 10-K.

UBER aims to focus on its core Uber Eats business.

Eventbrite has added Instant Payouts and Tap to Pay to its event management and ticketing platform. These features aim to provide event organizers with enhanced financial flexibility and operational efficiency, the company said in a Tuesday (Jan. 16) press release.

If the will-it-or-won't-it game that the Federal Reserve is playing tips the hat toward monetary policy doves, then investors really ought to consider high-yield dividend stocks for falling interest rates. To be sure, recent consumer data shows that prices rose 0.3% higher than expected.

The excitement around artificial intelligence that fueled the U.S. stock-market rally last year is poised to translate into more real-world uses in 2024 as potential applications of the technology expand to a broader market, according to Deutsche Bank analysts.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says he has no problem with partner OpenAI's governing makeup. His comments, as reported Tuesday (Jan. 15) by Reuters, came two months after the artificial intelligence (AI) startup briefly fired CEO Sam Altman.

AURORA, Ontario, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG) (NYSE:MGA) MAGNA ANNOUNCES DATE FOR Q4 & YEAR END 2023 RESULTS and 2024 OUTLOOK CONFERENCE CALL     FRIDAY – FEBRUARY 9, 2024 8:00 AM ET     DIAL IN NUMBERS North America Toll-Free: 1-800-621-4410 International Toll: 1-416-981-9010 Webcast: www.magna.com Slide presentation will be available on our website prior to the call     REBROADCAST INFORMATION Replay available 2 hours after the call until February 16, 2024 North America Toll-Free: 1-800-558-5253 International Toll: 1-416-626-4100 Reservation No.: 22029006 INVESTOR CONTACTLouis Tonelli, Vice-President, Investor Relations louis.tonelli@magna.com  905-726-7035 TELECONFERENCE CONTACTNancy Hansford, Executive Assistant, Investor Relations nancy.hansford@magna.com  905-726-7108

The window of opportunity is closing for investors to capitalize on the cheap valuations of real estate investment trusts (REITs) before the Fed cuts interest rates. Despite inflation spiking in December, institutions like Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS ) predict that there will be five rate cuts this year, with the first one beginning in March.

"It's a very serious situation and seems to be getting worse," Chevron CEO Michael Wirth said of the crisis in the Red Sea.

Friday's VettaFi Crypto Symposium had much to discuss, with the launch of 10 different spot bitcoin ETFs this week. The news has focused markets' attention once more on the many uses and potential of crypto investing, with the ETF wrapper potentially increasing access to the flagship cryptocurrency to more investors than ever before.

On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, Tom Lydon discussed the PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF (MINT) with Chuck Jaffe of “Money Life.” The pair talked about several topics regarding the fund to give investors a deeper understanding of the ETF overall.

With the SEC opening the floodgates to spot bitcoin ETFs last week, VanEck's Director of Digital Assets Product Kyle DaCruz thinks that interest in cryptocurrency products and bitcoin ETFs is “only going to spike.

The Milwaukee Company has issued two actively managed fund of funds that systematically adjust their asset allocations to enhance return and reduce risk. The Brinsmere Fund – Growth ETF (NYSE Arca: TBFG) and the Brinsmere Fund – Conservative ETF (NYSE Arca: TBFC) trade on the New York Stock Exchange.

Despite expectations for a recession in the second half of the year, markets were remarkably resilient in 2023. Inflation levels eased through most of the year, which enabled the Fed to pause its interest rate hikes.

As investors reposition small-cap exposure for the current environment in 2024, a quality approach is worth consideration. Small-caps offer significant growth potential; however, they also come with risk.

The owner of four Fatburger franchises in Los Angeles hiked menu prices, trimmed workers' hours and scrapped paid time off to offset an impending California law that raises the state's minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour.

Sensata Technologies has been struggling despite its positioning in the sensor market. The company misses its guidance quite often, and earnings are quite adjusted. A low multiple and leverage being under control should provide for some comfort here.

A U.S. bankruptcy judge on Tuesday approved Core Scientific's Chapter 11 restructuring, allowing the bitcoin mining company to cut $400 million in debt and emerge from bankruptcy by the end of January.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics' gene therapy to treat a rare blood disorder requiring regular blood transfusions, in patients 12 years and older, Vertex said on Tuesday.

Burger King's owner is buying the chain's largest franchisee in a deal valued at $1 billion.  Restaurant Brands International plans to invest $500 million remodeling 600 Burger Kings.

Valuation is important for both growth and value investors, and can impact returns and risk. Buying REITs when they are cheap relative to the S&P 500 has historically resulted in outperformance. REITs are currently cheaper than the S&P 500, making them a potentially better value investment.

Malcolm Ethridge, CIC Wealth, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss three stocks including; Intel, Accenture and Chevron.

DOTHAN, Ala. , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) (the "Company"), a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways across six southeastern states, today announced that it will release its fiscal 2024 first quarter results on February 9, 2024, before the market opens.

Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG ) stock has already plummeted by more than 30% in 2024, although shareholders will soon receive a much-needed update. On Tuesday, Jan. 23, the clean energy company will provide an annual business update through a conference call.

US bank earnings, with more than $1 trillion in market capital reported on the first day of the fourth quarter earnings season alone, support the view of Bank of America analysts for a continued re-rating higher of bank stocks. In a note to clients following the release of the latest financial reports from JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE:JPM), Citigroup Inc (NYSE:C), Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) and Bank of New York Mellon Corp (NYSE:BK, ETR:BN9) on Friday, the analysts noted that their view was supported by improving earnings per share (EPS) visibility and the US economy avoiding a hard landing.

The U.S. government's suit to block JetBlue's acquisition of Spirit was successful, casting the future of both companies into doubt. JetBlue comes out better of the two sides, given the deal was expensive and the economic climate has softened since the deal was announced.

Burger King owner Restaurant Brands International will purchase the chain's largest franchisee, Carrols Restaurant Group, for a whopping $1 billion.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (PNC) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

Upbeat air-travel demand and falling operating expenses boost Copa Holdings (CPA).

CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with Nucor's (NYSE: NUE) fourth quarter earnings release, you are invited to listen to its live conference call with host Leon Topalian, Nucor's Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer.

"In an industry dominated by ambitions to go all-electric using battery power, Hyundai (HYMTF) is opting to go all-in on hydrogen. The South Korean company unveiled its ambitions at CES 2024 in Las Vegas with a vow to own the entire hydrogen stack, from production and storage to transportation and utilization.

The green revolution is making our future look clean and green. IEA's new World Energy Outlook 2023 states that the world is set to change significantly by 2030.

Investors looking for big penny stock moves have seen some rather dramatic pops in key Trump-related stocks today. Phunware (NASDAQ: PHUN ) has seen a significant amount of buying interest, with PHUN stock more than quadrupling in today's session.

Jeep maker Stellantis (STLA) said that Europe's biggest car rental company, Germany-based Sixt, will purchase 250,000 Stellantis vehicles for use across Europe and in North America by 2026.

Spirit Airlines (SAVE) shares dumped more than 50% on Tuesday after a judge blocked its proposed merger with rival JetBlue (JBLU).

Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Satya Nadella said at the World Economic Forum's (WEF's) annual meeting in Davos Tuesday that he's "optimistic" about the future of artificial intelligence (AI) as private companies implement safety measures and global leaders develop related standards and regulations amid safety concerns.

Synopsys Inc. (SNPS) stock jumped early Tuesday after the company announced a cash-and-stock acquisition of Ansys Inc. (ANSS) after a seven-year relationship in semiconductor design and simulation between the two.

Like other restaurant chains, Sweetgreen Inc. is exploring automation, in its case with its Infinite Kitchens that use robotic technology to assemble salads and bowls.

Alto Neuroscience, Inc. has filed for a $100 million IPO to develop treatments for brain and central nervous system conditions, although the final figure may differ. The company's lead candidate, ALTO-100, is in Phase 2 trials for major depressive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. The global market for depression treatment is expected to reach $16.8 billion by 2032, with the treatment for PTSD also a large market, driving demand for Alto's drug candidates.

The shares of Trade Desk Inc (NASDAQ:TTD) are down 4.3% at $64.06 at last glance, though there is no obvious catalyst for the negative price action.

Shares of PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (PNC) fell early Tuesday but later recovered as the bank's earnings slumped on a regulatory charge and costs for layoffs.

Is it a case of normalization, inflation, or simply a need for brands and retailers to put in extra effort to connect with consumers, particularly those who could become lifelong customers? PYMNTS explored this question amid the current slowdown in luxury retail.

Investing in U.S. land is an asset class that has grown in popularity in recent years. And, it's not just for Americans.

Rumble is sometimes considered a conservative version of YouTube. Trump stocks jumped in the wake of his victory in the Iowa Caucuses.

Shares of video game retailer and original meme stock GameStop Corp. are on pace to register their biggest daily percentage decline since early December.

Investing in gold stocks could be a great way to diversify an investment portfolio. Because it gives investors a sector that typically has separate price movement compared to others in the market and is based on a commodity.

There are a few interesting stocks making big moves in today's market that many investors are starting to pay attention to. One such company is DatChat (NASDAQ: DATS ), a small-cap secure messaging and social media platform.

VanEck Fallen Angel High Yield Bond ETF offers potential for higher returns with increased risk in the fallen angel bond market. The ANGL ETF's portfolio is well diversified across various sectors, including consumer cyclicals, technology, energy, industrials, and financials. When comparing ANGL with other similar ETFs, such as iShares Fallen Angels USD Bond ETF, ANGL has a longer track record and larger asset base, but the latter has a lower expense ratio and slightly higher yield.

Shares of the special-purpose acquisition company that has agreed to buy Donald Trump's media company shot up to a six-month high in active trading Tuesday, as the former president cleared his first hurdle to becoming the 2024 Republican nominee.

Sheryl Palmer, Taylor Morrison CEO, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss anticipated housing trends in 2024, home builder rates, and more.

Boeing Co (NYSE:BA, ETR:BCO) has been making steady, if not slow, progress in addressing some of the internal shortfalls that led to its current situation, Bank of America analysts believe.  In an update to clients, the analysts reduced their target price on the stock to $255 per share from $275, while noting the MAX 9 issue will only put further pressure on Boeing management, as these incidents reflect less than expected progress on improving execution in the wake of the initial MAX grounding and COVID slowdown.

A federal district court on Tuesday blocked JetBlue Airways' proposed $3.8 billion acquisition of budget carrier Spirit Airlines after the judge found the merger would hurt competition.

Federal prosecutors in Manhattan and the SEC accused Morgan Stanley of betraying the trust of its clients by leaking non-public information and levied a $249 million penalty to end a multiyear probe into a dominant business in the bank's equities unit. Katherine Doherty has more.

Despite the AI boom, industry leader IBM has been left behind in terms of stock valuation, presenting a solid investment opportunity. Historical milestones in AI from IBM, including Deep Blue and Watson, showcase the company's enduring legacy and expertise in the field.

Universal Technical (UTI) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.

As investors, our job isn't to predict an unknowable future.

Limbach (LMB) is benefiting from the strong performance of the Owner Direct Relationships segment.

Disciplined sales trends, strong persistency, an improving rate environment and favorable risk experience poise Unum (UNM) for growth.

Amid high interest/mortgage rates, limited inventory is encouraging for the industry. Let's see whether KB Home (KBH) or M.D.C.

The new Bitcoin ETFs offer a convenient and cost-effective means for many investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin, with individual preferences influencing the choice between ETFs or direct cryptocurrency investment.

Solid free cash flow and encouraging tidings on the labor front boost UPS.

PNC Financial's (PNC) Q4 earnings gain from a rise in loan balances and an improvement in credit quality. However, higher expenses and lower NII act as headwinds.

EOG Resources is a top oil producer with a strong balance sheet and operating cash flow. The company has unveiled its Utica Shale Combo Play and suggests that it has similar potential to many of its prospects in the Permian. The company continues to improve its technique in the Permian and is executing its strategy there.

AMD is one of two major producers of graphics processing units, which were created for advanced computer games and are now key to artificial intelligence

Oil traders focus on China's economic problems and rising Treasury yields.

A federal judge in Boston found that JetBlue Airways can't complete its $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines. George Ferguson has more.

Retired Admiral Kirkland Donald will lead a review of Boeing's quality management system and provide a report to CEO Dave Calhoun.

Demand for weight loss drugs and related stocks is high, with companies like Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly experiencing significant returns. Omega Therapeutics may be a speculative investment opportunity in the weight loss drug market as it recently entered into a collaboration with Novo Nordisk. While initially spiking, OMGA's reaction to news of this collaboration has been relatively muted compared to NVO.

While 2025 is less than 12 months away, the full year is roughly 2 years in the future. That means investors today have roughly 24 months during which to produce returns.

Ruling marks victory for Biden government and its effort to preserve lower cost airline tickets for American consumers

Where does one look to find the best all-cap ETFs? The answer is trickier than you think.

CNBC's Phil LeBeau joins 'The Exchange' to report on Boeing's new quality control efforts.

While making investments, income-oriented investors seek stability, growth, and consistent returns. The article delves into seven high-yield dividend stocks.

Short-seller Cedar Grove argues that WeightWatchers can't win in a GLP-1 world. The stock has fallen sharply this year after Eli Lilly announced a new telehealth service.

The judge agreed with the Justice Department that the deal would eliminate a competitor important to price-conscious travelers.

The Space Force unit on Tuesday announced about $2.5 billion in satellite contracts would go to L3Harris, Lockheed Martin, and Sierra Space.

SAVE stock tanked Tuesday after a federal judge blocked JetBlue's $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines.

MongoDB, Inc. (MDB) Presents at 26th Annual Needham Growth Virtual Conference (Transcript)

Last week's announcement that Hertz is selling 20,000 cars from its EV fleet continues to drag on EV stocks. High repair costs and low demand underlie Hertz's decision.

Investors paid careful attention to Apple (AAPL) and Microsoft (MSFT) at CES 2024 (Consumer Electronics Show) as, for a brief moment, Microsoft took over as the most valuable company for the first time since 2021. Microsoft has made a lot of ground for investment and development of AI, from purchasing OpenAI to the buzz around ChatGPT, while Apple has been grappling with weaker iPhone demand, especially in China.

Burger King-owner Restaurant Brands International is acquiring the largest franchisee of the fast food chain, Carrols Restaurant Group, for $1 billion in cash. Toronto-based RBI announced on Tuesday that it reached an agreement to pay $9.

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock is 0.8% higher this afternoon to trade at $391.23.

The US government is investing billions to support domestic EV production, reduce reliance on China, and establish a local battery ecosystem. The Biden administration aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with EVs comprising half of new light-duty vehicle sales by 2030.

Biotech stocks, and the sector in general, saw a widespread beat down over the past two years. Venture capital dried up, post-pandemic healthcare landscapes shifted, and regulatory clampdowns tightened already-slim margins.

Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems will put in place additional inspections for its 737 fuselage production line following the mid-air cabin panel blowout of an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 jet, Spirit's CEO said on Tuesday.

RXO, a provider of asset-light transportation solutions, has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered check-in system for trucks arriving at warehouses and distribution centers. This visual AI technology aims to simplify the check-in and security process by utilizing video to identify trucks and extract image and video data, the company said in a Tuesday (Jan.

Shares of digital payments specialist PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL ) suffered a conspicuous hit on Tuesday amid rising skepticism over its core business. Specifically, Mizuho analysts downgraded PYPL stock to “neutral” from “buy,” citing stiff competition in the buy now, pay later (BNPL) space.

Shares of medical aesthetics company Elevai Labs (NASDAQ: ELAB ) popped higher this morning following a key disclosure. Specifically, Elevai signed an exclusive, worldwide manufacturing and processing technology licensing agreement with INmune Bio (NASDAQ: INMB ) to manufacture stem cells.

The debut of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds was a “sell the news” moment for digital assets, along with Coinbase stock. Shares of the crypto exchange have dropped more than 20% so far in January.

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

How to best incorporate AI models, especially in the workplace, still controls discussions happening around the office and the C-suite. But the more companies lean into adopting artificial intelligence, the risks around this new tech remain blurry.

Small-cap stocks can help investors diversify from the S&P 500, which is heavily weighted to the largest U.S. tech players. Investors may imagine small-caps as up-and-coming companies focused on increasing their sales and taking market share from rivals, or ones facing binary events, such as drug trials, that can set up windfall profits.

Traders reduce their bets on dovish Fed, which is bearish for precious metals.

Musk says he is not comfortable with Tesla becoming market leader in AI and robotics without at least 25% voting control

Advanced Micro Devices Inc.'s stock is closing in on its record closing high amid a sharp Tuesday surge that reflects growing optimism for the company's opportunities in artificial intelligence.

Philipp Schindler, Google's chief business officer, circulated a memo announcing that "several hundred" employees would be out of a job.

Spirit Airlines' stock plunged as much as 60% on Tuesday following news that a federal judge blocked its $3.8 billion acquisition at the hands of JetBlue Airways, scoring a win for the Justice Department, which sued JetBlue last year to stop the acquisition on antitrust grounds.

Tesla (TSLA) lowers the prices of both versions of Model 3 and two versions of Model Y in China to maintain its competitive edge amid fierce competition.

Here, we discuss some reasons why investing in Blueprint (BPMC) stock now may turn out to be a more prudent move than ever.

Molina Healthcare (MOH) is likely to keep growing on the back of increases in investment income and Medicare premiums.

Growth in the Latin America and Asia regions is expected to buoy Marsh & McLennan's (MMC) results.

Taiwan Semiconductor's (TSM) fourth-quarter 2023 results are expected to reflect gains from its robust technology portfolio amid macroeconomic challenges.

Infinera (INFN) and Orange collaborate to upgrade the AMITIE subsea cable with INFN's GX Series-based ICE6 coherent solution.

Crocs (CROX) gains from solid consumer demand across the Crocs and HEYDUDE brands, along with lower inbound freight costs.

The China lithium carbonate spot prices look to be approaching a bottom after falling 80% from its high. Several higher cost lithium mines are shutting down or reducing production. This typically leads to less supply, price stabilization and potentially some price recovery as demand grows. Consider buying quality lithium stocks as many are near their 52-week lows and well below analyst's price targets as summarized in the article.

DICK'S Sporting (DKS) strategic efforts, including store-related efforts, appear encouraging.

Acuity Brands (AYI) benefits from product innovation and inorganic moves. However, high costs and a volatile business environment are a concern.

Thermo Fisher (TMO) will likely gain from strong Analytical Instrument business performance and the latest strategic pacts.

Does Vertiv Holdings Co. (VRT) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Does CBOE Global (CBOE) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Syros Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (SYRS) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Blueprint Medicines (BPMC) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

SJW (SJW) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

Does Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc. (FUSN) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Does Logitech (LOGI) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Does GoodRx Holdings, Inc. (GDRX) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

First Horizon (FHN) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Leonardo DRS, Inc. (DRS) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

Procter & Gamble (PG) is navigating market challenges and leveraging growth opportunities in fiscal 2024, showcasing robust sales in key divisions and innovative ventures like Ninjamas.

Mastercard (MA) partners with stc pay and tiqmo to make use of its innovative payment solutions suite to enable businesses and consumers of the Middle East region to easily adopt digital means.

Epam (EPAM) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Arch Capital (ACGL) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

CME (CME) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

A.O. Smith (AOS) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Datadog (DDOG) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Eaton (ETN) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Ally Financial (ALLY) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Agnico (AEM) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Scorpio Tankers (STNG) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

PacBio's (PACB) new offering, PanDNA kit, is likely to help researchers effectively extract DNA optimized for HiFi sequencing. This versatile Nanobind kit is expected to be available in February 2024.

Canadian National (CNI) fourth-quarter 2023 revenues are expected to have been weighed down by lower volumes of intermodal, crude oil and forest products.

GoodRx Holdings, Inc. (GDRX) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

Goldman's (GS) Q4 earnings gain from strong revenues in the Asset & Wealth Management division and lower provisions.

Reinsurance Group (RGA) is set to grow on the strength of increase in new business, favorable longevity experience, business expansion in the pension risk transfer market and a solid in-force business.

Roche's (RHHBY) subcutaneous formulation of immuno-oncology drug Tecentriq receives EC's approval for all approved indications.

A federal judge blocks the merger of JetBlue and Spirit Airlines.

Freightos, a vendor-neutral booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, reported record transactions for the fourth quarter of 2023. The company recorded 286,900 transactions in the fourth quarter, marking the 16th consecutive quarter of record transactions on its platform, Freightos said in a Tuesday (Jan. 16) press release.

Every day for the next three weeks, we're going to highlight one of Schaeffer's top 12 picks for 2024.

For Goldman Sachs, the narrowing of focus continues. And in the latest earnings report, released Tuesday (Jan. 16), the Wall Street firm detailed its progress toward jettisoning some of its credit card operations, selling GreenSky and moving away from its once-lofty Main Street banking ambitions.

Japan's Sumitomo Corporation might get in on the M&A action.

Despite modest growth rates, Accenture plc's strong cash flows and (near) debt-free status enable a focus on returning capital to shareholders. Strategic investments in generative AI, cloud capabilities, and global acquisitions position Accenture for future success. Accenture's commitment to capital returns, coupled with a forward run-rate of approximately $9 billion in free cash flow, positions the company as an attractive investment.

Oil prices have shot up in the first two weeks of 2024 as a series of missile and drone strikes in the Red Sea throw a curveball in the international oil market, though analysts are skeptical the rise in oil prices will translate into an increase drivers see at the pump.

Do low expectations for Apple make its stock a bargain?

Worldline has lined up bankers to advise on a defence strategy in a bid to reassure shareholders and avoid a hostile takeover in the wake of a share price slump, two people with knowledge of the matter told Reuters.

This earnings season promises to be an interesting one. A lot is hinging on upcoming earnings, considering company reports set the stage for 2024 while acting as an official close to 2023's holiday shopping season.

CNBC's Phil LeBeau reports on a judge's decision to block a merger between Spirit Airlines and JetBlue.

G Mining Ventures Corp (TSX-V:GMIN, OTCQX:GMINF) has analysts bullish on the company following its positive progress update on its Tocantinzinho gold project in Brazil. The company announced that the project is on time and on budget to commence first production late in the first half of 2024 and commercial production in the second half of the year, with construction 76% completed.

NIO Inc., a Chinese company specializing in smart electric vehicles, has experienced a significant decline in its stock price. The company plans massive layoffs, which could lead to a reduction in costs and potentially sooner-than-expected EBIT breakeven. NIO has entered into partnerships to expand its battery-swapping infrastructure and improve profitability, but the market has largely ignored these positive developments.

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday declined a request to hear an antitrust dispute between Apple Inc. and Epic Games Inc., the publisher of Fortnite, in what amounts to a pyrrhic victory for Apple.

Plug Power issued the dreaded "going concern" notice in its last quarterly report. The CEO and CFO will provide a fresh business update next week.

Stephanie Link, Hightower chief investment strategist, joins CNBC's 'Halftime Report' to share her latest buy.

JetBlue's proposed $3.8 billion purchase of discounter Spirit would have produced the country's fifth-largest airline.

Growth stocks rebounded nicely in 2023 after a disappointing 2022. However, some growth stocks overextended themselves and look due for corrections in 2024.

The Market is red across the board. The Investment Committee searches for opportunities and debates whether the bull case for stocks is still intact.

China reported its 2023 GDP growth figure early. Regulators have also been telling institutional investors not to sell Chinese stocks.

Stephanie Link, CIO at Hightower, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to share her latest bank trades.

With the Federal Reserve's continued higher for longer interest rates, the economy has slowed to a pace at which it may reach its target inflation goal of 2%, without triggering a recession. Many on Wall Street are now all but sure that this will allow for a soft landing, but is there more at play?

SAN DIEGO, California, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heritage Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: HGBL) (“Heritage Global,” “HG” or “the Company”), an asset services company specializing in financial and industrial asset transactions, announced today that Ross Dove, Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at the upcoming Sequire Investor Summit 2024. Mr. Dove will be presenting on Wednesday, January 24 at 11:00am local time and will be available for one-on-one meetings on Wednesday, January 24 and Thursday, January 25. This highly anticipated event, scheduled for January 23-25, 2024, at Condado Vanderbilt Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico, promises to offer an array of exciting opportunities for funds, companies, and investors.

Microsoft (MSFT) shares rose in early trading Tuesday after the company announced an expansion of its Copilot features and a $1.5 billion partnership with Vodafone (VOD) as part of the tech giant's artificial intelligence (AI) push.

U.S. equities started the shortened trading week lower at midday as the yield on the 10-year Treasury note jumped above 4% amid concerns that expectations of Fed rate cuts this year might be overblown. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq were all lower.

Ryanair on Tuesday welcomed improved quality controls at US aircraft manufacturer Boeing and announced its own enhanced checks, after a major safety issue.

The CEO of Fortnite-maker Epic Games said Tuesday the company's court battle to open up Apple's iPhone to alternative app stores was lost after the US Supreme Court declined to hear the case.

iShares China Large-Cap ETF has underperformed leading U.S. stock market indices, falling 15.09% in 2023. China's weak economy and geopolitical tensions have led to investors shunning Chinese equities. If geopolitical factors stabilize, there could be a flow of money into Chinese stocks, presenting a potential opportunity for investors.

The deal was the latest sign of changes in the tech sector, as artificial intelligence booms and sales of some hardware slows.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to consider appeals from both Apple and Epic Games contesting antitrust rulings in an ongoing legal battle between the two companies that could cost the iPhone maker billions.

Mid-cap investing can be a strong option, offering a unique balance between growth and stability, diversification benefits and potential for undervalued opportunities.

Adaptimmune (ADAP) surges on the completion of the rolling submission, with the FDA seeking approval for its most advanced pipeline candidate as the first engineered cell therapy for solid tumors.

Koppers' (KOP) rally reflects a solid financial performance, driven by impressive growth in the Railroad and Utility Products and Services and Performance Chemicals segments.

SLB's earnings in Q4 are likely to have been affected by lower pretax segment operating income for Digital Integration.

Alamos Gold (AGI) signs a definitive agreement to acquire Orford to add high-prospective projects to its portfolio.

Yum China (YUMC) focuses on an innovative digital ecosystem to adapt to changing market conditions and create long-term shareholder value. However, inflationary pressures are a concern.

Investors are optimistic about Bruker (BRKR) on solid prospects of BSI Nano group and raised guidance.

Abercrombie's (ANF) innovative strategy and global focus are driving its growth and success, leading to optimistic projections for fiscal 2023 and expansion in key markets.

Foot Locker (FL) strengthens its omnichannel presence and sneaker culture focus, banking on key brand partnerships and NBA collaboration.

Cognizant (CTSH) and Microsoft's Innovation Assistant, powered by Azure OpenAI, boosts creative problem-solving in client challenges through Bluebolt.