Let's have a look at what is happening on the US markets one hour before the close of the markets on Friday. Below you can find the top S&P500 gainers and losers in today's session.
BofA Securities analyst predicts AI to drive server market growth over next six years, benefiting Dell and HP. AI server revenues to outpace overall market's growth.
While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success.
Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".
WDC, STX, and SEZL have all posted massive rallies, but elevated RSI readings now signal that these overbought stocks may be due for a near-term pullback.
Value investing has created more billionaires than any other strategy, like Warren Buffett, who built his fortune by purchasing wonderful businesses at reasonable prices.
But these hidden gems are few and far between - many stocks that appear cheap often stay that way because they face structural issues.
The stocks featured in this article are seeing some big returns.
Over the past month, they’ve outpaced the market due to new product launches, positive news, or even a dedicated social media following.
Billions in new buyback capacity, dividend initiation, and a Buffett-backed partnership are among the big news surrounding three large-cap U.S. stocks.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability.
But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.
Leading data storage manufacturer Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) reported Q1 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 33.6% year on year to $2.29 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $2.45 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.36 per share was 22.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
A company with profits isn’t always a great investment.
Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.
