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AMD stock price has gone vertical this year and moved to a record high as the AI boom gained steam. It has soared in the five consecutive weeks, bringing its total market capitalization to over $587 billion. This rally will be in focus as the company publishes its financial results. AMD stock price has become… Continue reading AMD stock gets overbought and overvalued: is it a buy ahead of earnings?

A widely reported figure this past week is that 81,747 tech workers lost their jobs in Q1 2026, the highest quarterly layoff figure the industry has seen in at least two years. This has sparked the debate once again about large tech firms, AI and layoffs. But most of those opinions are missing the actual… Continue reading Is Big Tech’s $725B AI splurge being funded by mass layoffs?

The S&P 500 Index and its exchange-traded funds (ETFs) like VOO and SPY surged to their record highs last week as the first-quarter earnings season accelerated. The SPX Index was trading at $7,230, up sharply from last month’s low of $6,330. This article explores some of the top catalysts to watch this week. S&P 500… Continue reading Top catalysts for S&P 500 Index, SPY, and VOO ETFs this week

The Federal Reserve kept borrowing costs unchanged on Wednesday, holding the federal funds rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range for a third straight meeting. But this was no routine pause. The vote was the most divided since 1992, with four officials dissenting, and that split sent a clear message to investors: the Fed is… Continue reading Wall Street is shifting gears after Fed hold: these 5 stocks lead way

Global markets are entering May 2026 under a cloud of uncertainty, with multiple macro and geopolitical triggers converging at once. From surging oil prices and the ongoing Middle East conflict to key economic data and central bank decisions, traders are facing a complex environment. A mix of risk and resilience is shaping sentiment. While equities… Continue reading Is May 2026 a trap or an opportunity for investors?

US equities ended Friday on a mixed note, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite extending their record-setting run, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged as investors weighed strong earnings against geopolitical uncertainty and easing oil prices. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% to a fresh intraday and closing high, while the Nasdaq Composite gained… Continue reading Dow slips 152 pts as S&P 500 hits record high, Apple lifts Nasdaq

Shares of Twilio Inc. surged on Friday after the company delivered stronger-than-expected first-quarter results, standing out in a software sector that has struggled for positive momentum in 2026. The stock rose about 21% to $180.79, hitting a four-year high in the session. The rally extends Twilio’s gains to roughly 30% year-to-date and more than 84%… Continue reading Twilio stock jumps 21% after earnings beat: can rally sustain?

Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations after failing to secure a last-minute financial lifeline, marking a dramatic fall for a carrier that once reshaped budget air travel in the United States. The airline had been seeking a $500 million rescue package from the administration of Donald Trump, but talks broke down amid disagreements with… Continue reading Spirit Airlines edges toward shutdown as bailout talks collapse

Shares of Paramount Skydance Corp surged on Friday, rising over 8% to $11.25 after a bullish analyst upgrade from Morgan Stanley, snapping a six-session losing streak. The move comes despite the stock remaining down roughly 18% year to date, highlighting a sharp shift in investor sentiment. The rally also outpaced broader market gains, with Paramount… Continue reading Paramount stock jumps 8% after bold Morgan Stanley upgrade