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☆ Tesla keeps touting future plans. But without specific details, investors aren't buying it.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In today's big story, we're looking at another Tesla earnings report that was light on details about big future plans . The approach worked well last quarter when Tesla's earnings report was even worse than expected . However, big-picture plans without concrete details fell flat for investors this time around. It's Tesla's silver lining amid the EV market slowdown. But as beneficial as competitors were to Tesla this quarter, others seem to be gearing up for battle.

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☆ Alphabet could be in for a tough period ahead, analysts warn
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Alphabet investors may want to prepare for some volatility moving forward. However, shares fell about 5% as the company also reported lower-than-expected YouTube advertising revenue. On top of that, Alphabet highlighted plans to boost capital expenditures as it races to meet rising artificial intelligence demand. That is due in part to tough advertising comparisons amid the anniversary of a particular strong period for Asia and Pacific retailers. The move to 'future proof' business Some analysts and investors are reading the tea leaves with a positive tilt, however.

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☆ A 5-part investing playbook for avoiding chaos as US stocks head down a rocky path to the election: Truist's strategy chief
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewInvestors should stay on guard as this market rally loses steam, a veteran strategy chief says. The investment chief and the chief market strategist signaled in April that US equities had an attractive risk-reward setup after a 5.5% selloff. "All those factors combined suggest maybe a choppier market, even though we still think the long-term bull market is intact," Lerner said. "In the fall, I think investors will eventually come back to tech because I still think that's the main secular theme of this bull market," Lerner said. "But I don't know that this is a game changer for this bull market where small caps will be leadership."

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☆ Final Trades: Corning, Truist Financial, Kinder Morgan and Honeywell
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFinal Trades: Corning, Truist Financial, Kinder Morgan and HoneywellThe Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.

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☆ Lerner: Markets are at an inflection point with stocks near key support levels
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailLerner: Markets are at an inflection point with stocks near key support levelsKeith Lerner, Co-Chief Investment Officer and Chief Market Strategist at Truist, discusses the markets' next catalyst.

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☆ Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: CrowdStrike, Bank of America, Nvidia, Verizon and more
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Sarah Min | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Bank of America — The bank stock dipped more than 1% in premarket trading after a filing revealed that Warren Buffett 's Berkshire Hathaway sold 33.9 million Bank of America shares for almost $1.5 billion last week. Berkshire remains Bank of America's largest shareholder with a 10.8% stake after the sale. Berkshire may be taking some profits with the bank stock up 27.4% so far this year. Verizon — The telecommunications stock slid 3% after Verizon posted quarterly revenue that disappointed estimates. Apple — Shares gained 1% after Wells Fargo raised its price target on Apple to $275 from $225, implying more than 20% upside, ahead of the company's earnings results.

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☆ Alphabet earnings and 3 more things we're watching in the stock market next week
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-20 | by ( Zev Fima | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +12 min

But in general, this is the kind of development we've hoped to see ever since Starbucks' massive earnings miss April 30. We'll take the nearly 7% pop in shares Friday and hope it's only the beginning of recovery for the beaten-up stock. Fed's fave inflation measure : The personal spending and income report will be the most closely watched economic report next week. Earnings : As the second-quarter earnings season picks up pace, we'll hear from five Club holdings next week including Google parent Alphabet . Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.

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☆ Penn lays off about 100 employees as it focuses on ESPNBet growth
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-18 | by ( Contessa Brewer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Penn Entertainment will lay off about 100 employees as it focuses on growth for ESPNBet. "This led us to temporarily set aside any potential organizational changes that would typically follow a major acquisition." Penn went on to say it's embarking on a new phase of growth in its interactive business, which include ESPNBet, a $2 billion branding partnership with Disney's ESPN. Penn's release of new ESPNBet features this fall during football season should meaningfully improve its product, Jonas said, and a focus on costs indicate the company's commitment to seeing its investment yield results. Truist has a buy rating on Penn and a price target of $25.

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☆ Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Nvidia, GitLab, Five Below, J.B. Hunt and more
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-17 | by ( Brian Evans | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

US Bancorp -- The bank stock rose more than 1% after second-quarter earnings topped expectations. US Bancorp reported 97 cents in earnings per share, compared to a StreetAccount estimate of 94 cents per share, according to FactSet. J.B. Hunt Transport Services — The freight company pulled back about 3% after second-quarter results missed Wall Street's estimates. Omnicom notched earnings of $1.95 per share excluding items, which was in line with analyst forecasts polled by FactSet. The company expects earnings per share in a range of $9.97-$10.07, down from a prior guidance of $10.57-$10.72.

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Morgan Stanley raised its price target on Rivian to $17 from $13. Analyst Frank Lee did raise his price target to $200 from $190, although he added that "the risk-reward is less attractive now." Guggenheim hiked the price target to $735 per share from $700. He did raise his price target for the stock to $225 from $180, although this price hike still implies that Tesla stock could fall 12%. Analyst Adam Jonas raised his price target on the stock to $17 from $13.

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☆ Watch CNBC’s full interview with New York Life Investments' Lauren Goodwin, Truist’s Keith Lerner and Axonic’s Pete Cecchini
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-17 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch CNBC’s full interview with New York Life Investments' Lauren Goodwin, Truist’s Keith Lerner and Axonic’s Pete CecchiniNew York Life Investments' Lauren Goodwin, Truist’s Keith Lerner and Axonic’s Pete Cecchini, joins'Closing Bell' to discuss the market rotation, the tech trade and their market outlook.

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☆ Former Truist CEO Kelly King on bank earnings
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFormer Truist CEO Kelly King on bank earningsKelly King, former Truist CEO, joins 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss regional bank earnings and the sector's outlook.

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☆ Here are Monday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Amazon, Advanced Micro Devices and more
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Morgan Stanley reiterates Apple as overweight Morgan Stanley raised its price target on the iPhone maker to $273 per share from $216. Morgan Stanley downgrades BP to equal weight from overweight Morgan Stanley downgraded the oil major due to "weak earnings." Morgan Stanley reiterates Microsoft as overweight Morgan Stanley said it has "increased clarity" on AI monetization. Citi names KLA Corp. a top pick Citi raised its price target on the semiconductor equipment maker to $980 from $760. Morgan Stanley downgrades Rocket Lab to equal weight from overweight Morgan Stanley said it sees a "limited catalyst path" for the space company.

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☆ Here are Thursday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Apple, Amazon, Spotify, AMD, Uber, McDonald's, Broadcom & more
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-11 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Here are Thursday's biggest calls on Wall Street: Morgan Stanley reiterates Eli Lilly as overweight Morgan Stanley raised its price target on the stock to $1,083 per share from $1,023. "We are initiating RBBN with a Buy rating and $5 price target because the investment thesis has significantly improved." Rosenblatt reiterates Broadcom as buy Rosenblatt raised its price target on the stock to a Street high $2,400. Morgan Stanley downgrades Microchip to equal weight from overweight Morgan Stanley said the semis company has a "lofty" valuation. Morgan Stanley upgrades Telefonica Brasil to overweight from equal weight Morgan Stanley said it's bullish on shares of the LatAm telecom company.

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☆ Here are Wednesday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Apple, Netflix, Meta, Tesla, Eli Lilly, Walmart, Microsoft, Oracle & more
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

TD Cowen reiterates Meta as buy TD Cowen raised its price target on Meta to $600 per share from $530. Bank of America downgrades Visa & Mastercard to neutral from buy Bank of America said it sees "limited upside" for the payment stocks. Bank of America downgrades WK Kellogg to underperform from neutral Bank of America said it sees weakening industry trends for WK Kellogg. "We're initiating coverage of Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) with an Outperform rating and $19 price target." Bank of America initiates Composecure as buy Bank of America said it's bullish on shares of the metal payment card manufacturer.

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☆ Biden digs his heels in while Trump secures another win
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-02 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In today's big story, we're looking at President Joe Biden showing no signs of giving up his reelection campaign while former President Donald Trump secured a win from the Supreme Court . AdvertisementBiden's campaign has been in full-blown crisis mode after the president's disastrous debate against former President Donald Trump last week. AdvertisementMeanwhile, Trump secured a big win in his immunity case . The Supreme Court ruled that former presidents don't get absolute immunity from criminal charges related to actions under the scope of the presidency, but they do get some. 3 things in techStefani Reynolds/BloombergBig Tech gets a big win from the Supreme Court.

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☆ Truist's chief strategist just downgraded the tech sector amid its most extreme outperformance since 2002. Here are 2 sectors he recommends investing in instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Christine Ji | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewAfter Big Tech's meteoric rise in the stock market, valuations may be coming back down to earth. Elevated Big Tech valuationsThe stock market is incredibly narrow, with just a few mega-cap tech stocks driving the market rally. Overall, the tech sector has risen by roughly 40% since November 2023. AdvertisementTruistAccording to Lerner, tech valuations are overheating in the short term, fueled by investor optimism. The tech sector's forward P/E has increased 19% just since May 1st of this year, jumping from 26x to 31x.

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☆ Markets unfazed as Donald Trump has much better debate night than Joe Biden
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-28 | by ( Nicole Goodkind | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

London CNN —President Joe Biden had a shaky performance in last night’s presidential debate, triggering panic in the Democrat camp. Former President Donald Trump, meanwhile, repeated multiple falsehoods while doubling down on his record of cutting taxes and hiking tariffs during his first presidential term. If repeated in a second Trump term, many economists fear that kind of agenda could stoke inflation at a critical moment and add to America’s rapidly growing debt mountain. That could pull the typical year-end election relief rally forward, said Ed Clissold, chief US strategist at Ned Davis Research. The US dollar has also been reactive — it edged higher as initial CNN polling found that Trump was viewed as the winner of the debate.

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☆ Why ESPN's sports-betting app is falling behind — and how it could make a comeback
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-28 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | Tiara White | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The future of ESPN's sports-betting app is now in question amid mounting losses and an activist investor push at partner Penn Entertainment that has prompted sale rumors. The app, ESPN Bet, made early strides in the first few months, gaining ground through promotions and marketing that leveraged ESPN's popular personalities. As of March, ESPN Bet had captured about 4% of the online-sports-betting market by gross gaming revenue, per Bank of America's analysis, though its share has been higher in states like Pennsylvania. "Testers liked ESPN Bet's UX and minty aesthetic but felt the app lacked depth (particularly more extensive features)," EKG wrote in May. "Product is one thing, and I would say having expertise in how to target users effectively to lower your acquisition costs and your retention costs" is key for the ESPN Bet app to compete, Wasiolek said.

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