Lennar's share price has declined, but its strong financials, including a 15% return on equity and effective capital reinvestment, make it worth considering for long-term investment.
Growth stocks, such as Lululemon Athletica, Netflix, and Palo Alto Networks, are vulnerable to market downturns due to their high valuations and elevated growth expectations compared to safer dividend stocks.
Moderna's return on equity (ROE) is 7.1%, which is lower than the industry average, but the company has been able to achieve significant earnings growth by reinvesting its profits into the business. However, analysts forecast a future decline in earnings.
Warren Buffett's first national TV interview from 1985 offers timeless investment advice, including the importance of not losing money, the temperamental qualities of an investment manager, and the need to value a stock or business independent of its price.
Lam Research has a profitable business model in the semiconductor industry, particularly in memory chips, and is poised to benefit from the rebound in memory chips in 2024 and 2025.
Despite the cloudy economic outlook, two index funds - the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF and the Vanguard Health Care ETF - have consistently generated solid returns and are good options for investors.
Johnson & Johnson simplifies its business structure and sees modest gains in revenue and profits in Q3, while Goldman Sachs reports a decline in sales and net income as the lull in deal-making continues.
The S&P 500 is experiencing a volatile and uncertain market, causing many investors to give up, but understanding the nature of the volatility and the current strength of the economy can help align portfolios for future gains, especially with GDP estimated to be at 3.5% - 5.4% for Q3 and PCE Inflation expected to drop to 3.1% moving closer to the Fed's 2% target.
New York's slow rollout of recreational marijuana sales has resulted in a significant gap compared to other states, with only 27 dispensaries open and $66 million in sales since January, far behind states like Montana and New Jersey who have generated much higher sales and have a larger number of dispensaries.
The US government holds over $5.5 billion worth of bitcoin, and its decision to hold or sell the cryptocurrency could greatly influence its price.
Discounts on industry-leading growth stocks are apparent following the Nasdaq bear market dip, presenting an opportunity for long-term, growth-seeking investors to consider stocks such as Walt Disney, Okta, NextEra Energy, and Meta Platforms.
John Hussman, who accurately predicted the 2000 and 2008 market crashes, warns that the S&P 500 could drop by as much as 63% due to high valuations and weak market breadth, which have historically led to significant losses for investors.
Chinese trade challenges and restrictions are impacting US farmers' demand and basis levels, as China seeks to diversify their demand away to other countries; while China's recent economic rebound may not have yet excited commodity markets, high inflation resulting from their economic policies could complicate the Federal Reserve and the government's efforts to boost the economy in an election year. Additionally, the potential for a 100-year drought cycle in 2025, driven by La Nina and a neutral state, could have a significant negative impact on corn and soybean contracts, particularly in the US and Brazil. Lastly, the convergence of lower solar cycles, geopolitical escalation, and sovereign debt crises suggests a potential commodity supercycle that could last 10 to 15 years.
Foreign fund outflows from Indian equities, driven by a rise in U.S. bond yields and Middle East geopolitical tensions, have impacted commodities and caused uncertainty, with the possibility of a rebound in the market dependent on various factors such as the evolution of GDP growth and inflation, according to HSBC Global Research.
Federal prosecutors have accused 10 people of orchestrating a $20 million scheme to buy and sell black-market H.I.V. medications, using the proceeds to buy luxury goods and defrauding insurance companies.
China's economic recovery in 2024 is expected to be compromised by overcapacity in the electric vehicle and property sectors, mounting local government debts, and weak business confidence, leading economists and academics warned, as concerns over sustainability and growth weigh heavily on the economy.
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Dow Jones futures will open Sunday evening, with a week of important earnings reports from companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Meta Platforms that will have a significant impact on key sectors and the overall market.
Cloud service providers Amazon.com, Microsoft, and Alphabet are set to report earnings, while the stock market faces uncertainty due to pullbacks and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Washington. Additionally, a range of companies across various industries will release their Q3 earnings reports.
American Express reported strong third-quarter earnings with record revenues and earnings per share, but the market reacted negatively, possibly due to increased provisions for credit losses; however, analysts still consider AXP stock a moderate buy with a potential upside.
Wall Street ends its worst week in a month as the stock market struggles under the weight of high yields and the bond market, impacting borrowing costs and economic growth.
Shares of Canopy Growth Corp. dropped 4.11% as the Canadian market experienced a poor trading session, with the company closing below its 52-week high.
US stocks ended Friday's trading session in the red as the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield approached 5% following comments by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, signaling a commitment to higher interest rates, causing volatility in the bond market and pressuring stocks lower.
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield came close to reaching 5 percent for the first time in 16 years, causing concerns among investors and potentially impacting the economy and stock market.
Stocks closed lower at the end of a challenging week due to high Treasury yields and diminishing investor sentiment, with concerns over bond yields potentially impacting the equity market's growth.
U.S. stocks closed the week on a low note due to geopolitical concerns, a bond sell-off, economic data, and mixed comments from Federal Reserve speakers, with the focus shifting to upcoming quarterly results, and the Nasdaq Composite and S&P both experiencing significant declines.
Several new Ethereum futures ETFs have been launched in the U.S., providing investors with a way to gain exposure to Ethereum without directly holding the cryptocurrency themselves. These ETFs offer a convenient and low-risk option for investors who are bullish on Ethereum's future but do not want to deal with the complexities and risks of owning and storing the digital asset.
The Federal Reserve has expressed concerns about persistent inflation, potential losses in the US office market, and funding pressures on certain banks in its recent report.
Regions Financial reported worse-than-expected third-quarter results, causing a significant drop in shares, primarily driven by weaker net interest income and rising expenses. The decline in net interest income is expected to continue until mid-2024, and although the market may be overreacting, there may be a slight decrease in the fair value estimate of $20 per share.
The decline in transportation stocks is signaling concern for the broader stock market, as transportation stocks are seen as leading indicators for economic growth and recent earnings reports from airline and trucking companies have fallen short of expectations.
Bank of America's Bull and Bear Indicator has signaled a "Buy" amid the current bearish sentiment towards equities, indicating a potential median gain of 5% based on historical data.
The current housing market is unaffordable for many would-be homebuyers, with high prices, low inventory, and rising mortgage rates, making it the least affordable it's been since 1984. Returning to normal affordability levels would require a significant decline in home prices, a drop in mortgage rates, or a substantial increase in household incomes.
Cryptocurrency markets are facing challenges in 2023 due to tightening monetary policies, the resurgence of the U.S. dollar, and concerns about inflation, leading to decreased trading volumes and reduced risk appetite among investors.
Taiwan Semiconductor's stock had its Relative Strength Rating upgraded to 87 as it posted better-than-expected Q3 results and a positive outlook for semiconductors in 2024.
The GBP/USD is looking to squeeze out some gains before the Friday closing bell, despite a miss for UK Retail Sales earlier in the day, benefiting from a general softening in the US Dollar.
The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), a measure of expected stock-market volatility, reached its highest level since March, but analysts suggest it's not a buy signal as support levels for the S&P 500 index are being tested.
Fuel prices in the US have fallen this month, but the declines are not as significant as they would have been without the risks to oil supplies in the Middle East caused by the Israel-Hamas conflict, according to analysts. Gasoline prices may fall another 20 cents per gallon if there are no broader hostilities in the region, but if conflict escalates, prices could sharply rise. Diesel prices are at historically high levels due to low global supply and could increase further if the war expands.
The $25.8 trillion market for US Treasury debt is facing challenges due to changes in market structure and regulations, requiring policymakers to take action in order to keep the market functioning smoothly and prevent disruptions.
CSX's third-quarter revenue decreased by 8% due to intermodal weaknesses, lower fuel surcharges, and unfavorable mix, resulting in a missed revenue forecast. However, core carload pricing remains positive and they expect OR improvement to return in 2024.
Stocks fell globally as tensions escalate in the Middle East, causing investors to shift towards safer assets and causing volatility in oil and stock markets.
The Green Bay Packers are exploring the wide receiver market for potential trade options, but it is uncertain if they will actually make a move given their recent draft investments and their transition year with Jordan Love as their starting quarterback.
The CBOE Volatility Index, commonly known as the VIX, is indicating a potential low point in the stock market as futures contracts tied to the index show more uncertainty in the near term than the longer term, suggesting a trough in the S&P 500.
Energy stocks are rising on the IBD 50 list, as the price of crude oil increases and several factors impact the market, with certain stocks such as Permian Resources and Dorian LPG in buy zones and showing strong performance.
Drift Capital offers fractional investments in a portfolio of collectible automobiles, providing an opportunity for enthusiasts and investors to benefit from classic car equity.
The Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong is updating its policies on virtual currency sales, requiring certain virtual currency products to only be available to professional investors and assessing clients' knowledge of investing in virtual assets before handling transactions.
US stocks fell during afternoon trading on Friday, with benchmark Treasury yields retreating after reaching 5% following comments by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
The recent surge in volatility in the stock market, influenced by factors such as uncertainty over the Fed's plans for interest rates and rising bond yields, geopolitical tensions, and fears of recession, has prompted investors to adopt a defensive approach.
The U.S. House GOP is facing a leadership crisis as Rep. Jim Jordan's bid for Speaker stalls, highlighting the party's internal power dynamics and divisions; the Senate has no scheduled votes until next week, allowing for a brief hiatus and a bipartisan delegation of senators will embark on a congressional delegation trip to Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt; Russia said it supports regular security talks with North Korea and China to address the threat posed by the U.S. on the Korean Peninsula; and CVS is removing certain over-the-counter allergy and cold medicines from its shelves following an FDA advisory on their ineffectiveness.
Bank of America's Bull and Bear Indicator, a contrarian buy signal, has entered "Buy" territory, indicating a potential median gain of 5% for the stock market.
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