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Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI), a modular server and storage solutions provider, closed Thursday at $32.16, up 8.25%. The stock moved higher after analyst upgrades, institutional buying

Klarna Group (NYSE:KLAR), a digital bank and flexible payments provider, closed Thursday at $13.84, down 26.95%. The stock dropped after Q4 results missed forecasts and guidance pointed to slower

The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) fell 0.28% to 6,861.89, breaking a three-day winning streak. Geopolitical tensions and weaker confidence weighed on the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC), which

If you are a dividend investor looking to maximize the income your portfolio generates, you have probably seen Western Union (NYSE: WU) pop up on your stock screens. After all, the stock's 9.7%

Pediatrix Medical Group (NYSE: MD) wasn't one of the healthier stocks on the U.S. market on Thursday. The healthcare services provider's shares fell by more than 12% over the course of the day, due

On February 17, 2026, Connecticut-based Braidwell disclosed a new position in Kodiak Sciences (NASDAQ:KOD), acquiring 2,072,788 shares in a trade estimated at $57.96 million.

Braidwell LP reported a

Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ:VIAV), a leader in network testing and security, saw a key insider trim their stake amid strong one-year stock gains.

On Feb. 9, 2026, Oleg Khaykin, President & CEO of Viavi

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On February 17, 2026, Connecticut-based Braidwell disclosed a new position in Centessa Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:CNTA), acquiring 2,188,320 shares in an estimated $54.73 million trade.

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The artificial intelligence (AI) trade has produced many winners, and some of the leaders of this industry still have more room to run. Megacap stocks are in the best position to capitalize on this

Marvell Technology (NASDAQ: MRVL) is delivering record earnings and deep AI data center exposure, yet valuation concerns continue to weigh on the stock. I break down execution risk, the Celestial AI

Connecticut-based Braidwell reported selling 1,412,746 shares of CG Oncology (NASDAQ:CGON) in its February 17, 2026, SEC filing, an estimated $58.46 million trade based on quarterly average pricing.

Walmart (NASDAQ:WMT), a global retail and e-commerce operator, closed Thursday at $124.87, down 1.38%. The stock moved as investors weighed a solid fiscal Q4 earnings beat and robust e-commerce

According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated January 27, 2026, Cushing Asset Management sold 960,000 shares of Hess Midstream in the fourth quarter of 2025. The estimated

It isn't easy to find bargains on the stock market these days. According to a recent analysis by FactSet, the average forward price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) for the S&P 500 index currently stands at

Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY) just delivered 45% revenue growth and guided toward $83 billion in 2026 sales. With blockbuster obesity drugs, multiple growth catalysts, and analysts targeting $1,500, this

Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) surprised investors when it shared its artificial intelligence (AI) spending plans for 2026. The tech giant is budgeting $200 billion for capital expenditures this year, nearly

Investor excitement over quantum computing companies reached a fever pitch last October with rumors the Trump administration was contemplating an investment in some of them, including IonQ (NYSE:

According to a February 18, 2026, SEC filing, Kanen Wealth Management LLC disclosed a significant buy in Compass (NYSE:COMP), adding 1,573,950 shares during the fourth quarter. The estimated

Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) has delivered one of the most explosive rallies in speculative tech, yet revenue remains tiny and execution risk is high. I break down what Rigetti has actually

When you're eligible for a 401(k) match, saving in the account is a bit of a no-brainer. Doing so could net you thousands of dollars in additional retirement savings without extra effort on your

It might seem like a risky time to start investing in stocks. The S&P 500 is hovering near its record highs, and a broad range of unpredictable macro and geopolitical headwinds could derail that

Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) hasn't been getting much love on Wall Street. The stock trades down 66% from its 2024 highs and just took a big hit after the company offered weak guidance for 2026

Online travel agency Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) has long been one of the priciest stocks on the market. The parent company of Booking.com, Priceline, Kayak, and OpenTable, was trading for more